The Nighthawk Custom Predator III is a high-performing, compact 1911 pistol designed with the shooter’s experience in mind. This compact pistol is engineered to offer reduced recoil and faster shot recovery times, providing a smoother and more controlled shooting experience.
A key element of the Predator III's design is its 4.25” coned (wafered) match-grade barrel. This advanced barrel system effectively manages recoil, shifting the center of balance forward and minimizing felt recoil compared to traditional officer-sized 1911s with a bushing barrel. This reduction in recoil not only enhances the shooter's comfort but also facilitates quicker follow-up shots.
The pistol is equipped with a full-length guide rod, which further aids in smooth operation and contributes to the overall reliability and durability of the firearm. The integral barrel wafer is precisely fitted to the slide, achieving a seamless appearance while ensuring optimal function.
The exceptional craftsmanship of the Predator III is evident in the flawless fit between the integral barrel wafer and the slide. Although the barrel and slide may appear as one continuous piece, the two components are designed not to come into contact, ensuring long-term reliability and consistent performance.
The Nighthawk Custom Predator III is a compact, yet powerful 1911 pistol that leverages innovative design features to provide less felt recoil and rapid shot recovery. Its advanced barrel system, full-length guide rod, and meticulous craftsmanship make it a top choice for shooters seeking a compact pistol that doesn’t compromise on performance.
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FEATURES:
Black nitride finish
Forged officer size frame and 4.25" barrel
Hand fit frame and slide
Hand fit match grade .45 ACP stainless steel coned (wafered) bull barrel
Throated barrel
Polished feed ramp
Nighthawk Custom two-piece magwell
Hand blended magwell
Serrated slide top
Hand blended grip safety
Heinie Slant Pro Straight Eight Tritium night sights
Double Diamond Cocobolo grips with Nighthawk Custom logo
25 lines per inch checkered front strap and mainspring housing
40 lines per inch serrated rear of slide to match rear sight
Custom trigger job set with 3.5 to 3.75 pound trigger
Completely dehorned for comfortable carry
Hand beveled edges
Ultra Hi-Cut Front Strap
Includes two 7-round magazines
Frame Size
Officer
Caliber
9 mm / .45 ACP
Light Rail
No Rail
Safety
Single
Height
5.22"
Overall Length
7.93"
Pistol Width
1.40"
Slide Width
0.92"
Grip Thickness
Regular
Weight Empty
35.8 oz
Sight Radius
5.76"
Barrel Length
4.25"
Magazine Capacity
7
Rear Sight
Heinie Straight Eight Slant Pro
Front Sight
Tritium
Finish
Black Nitride
Firing Pin Size
.38 Super
Firing Pin Material
Stainless Steel
Custom Options & Upgrades
Barrel
Caliber
Engraving
Extra Barrel
Finishes
Frame
Front Strap & Main Spring Housing Treatment
Grip and Light
Guide Rods
Magwell / Main Spring Housing
Safety
Sight
Slide
Barrel Options
Price
Upgrade
+ $100
Flute Barrel Hood
Caliber Options
Price
Upgrade
NO COST
Change Caliber, .45 ACP (Standard)
NO COST
Change Caliber, 9mm (No Cost)
Engraving Options
Price
Upgrade
+ $150
Custom Block Lettering
+ $50
No Roll Marks, Naked Slide
Extra Barrels
Price
Upgrade
+ $450
Add Extra barrel, Threaded
Available Finishes
Price
Upgrade
NO COST
Cerakote finishes (burnt bronze, OD green, flat dark earth, sniper gray, tactical gray, satin mag)
+ $75
Black Out Option. Blacken Trigger, Barrel, Plug, and Bushing
+ $350
Battle-Worn Bronze Custom Finish, for New Pistol Order
+ $150
Smoked Nitride
+ $350
Battle-Worn Steel Custom Finish, for New Pistol Order
+ $350
Custom Silver Patriot Finish, with American Flag, New Pistol Order
+ $350
Shadow Camo Urban Finish, for New Pistol Order
+ $350
Shadow Camo Tan Finish, for New Pistol Order
+ $350
Shadow Camo Green Finish, for New Pistol Order
+ $350
Urban Multi Finish, for New Pistol Order, Black, Gray, OD, Urban Multi Colors
+ $200
Stainless Steel Upgrade, Complete Gun
+ $425
Polish all slide bevels, serrations, scallops, frame bevels, slide stop bevel, thumb safety bevel, hammer bevel, barrel bushing if uncrowned barrel, inside and flats of magwell, ends of screws, pins, and match catch. Polish ejection port bevels. Cann...
+ $150
Polish Flats of Frame and Slide
Frame Upgrades
Price
Upgrade
+ $200
Aluminum Frame
+ $175
Hand Stipple Underside of Trigger Guard
+ $200
Checker Front of Trigger Guard
+ $175
Checker Underside of Trigger Guard
+ $200
Hand Stipple Front of Trigger Guard
Front Strap & Main Spring Housing Treatment
Price
Upgrade
+ $100
Checker Front Strap 20 Lines Per Inch
+ $100
Checker Front Strap 30 Lines Per Inch
+ $200
Hand Stipple Front Strap of Frame
+ $75
Hand Stipple Mainspring Housing
+ $100
Scallop Front Strap
+ $50
Scallop Mainspring Housing
Grip and Light Upgrades
Price
Upgrade
+ $35
Gator Back, Alumagrips, or any synthetic grips, Grips Upgrade
Guide Rod Options
Price
Upgrade
+ $50
Everlast Upgrade
Magwell / Main Spring Housing Upgrades
Price
Upgrade
+ $50
Magazine Well Upgrade to T3 Style, from Standard Magwell
+ $100
Upgrade to Falcon One Piece Magwell / Mainspring Housing Combination
Safety Upgrades
Price
Upgrade
+ $150
Ambi Safety Upgrade
Sight Upgrades
Price
Upgrade
+ $100
Sight Upgrade, Nighthawk Gold Bead Front Sight Upgrade
+ $100
Sight Upgrade, Suppressor Ready Tall Sight Upgrade, Front and Rear sights
+ $50
Fiber Optic Front Sight Upgrade
+ $150
Adjustable Sight Upgrade, Nighthawk Fully Adjustable Sights with Tritium
Slide Upgrades
Price
Upgrade
+ $100
Falcon Cut Front of Slide
+ $65
Ball Cut Radius on Slide
+ $115
Additional NH Extractor Finished and Tuned to match pistol, Note if checkering or serrations are needed on extractor.