The modern competitive shooter and the practical-duty owner both want a 1911 that blends classic ergonomics with purposeful upgrades for accuracy and reliability. A .45 ACP platform tuned by a competition shooter can offer the control and feedback you need on the line or at the range.

EAA GIRSAN MC1911 MATCH NOEL is the result of hands-on competition-driven refinement: ambi-safeties changed to larger thumb shield safeties, deeper forward and aft serrations, a solid guide rod, thicker front bushing, an upgraded competition trigger, cleaned magazine well, black/grey G10 grips, a fiber optic front sight, extended magazine release, and improved slide-to-frame fit. EAA then upgraded the frame and slide to stainless steel, added an optional 9mm configuration, and offers a custom leather lockable carry case. Price: $875.99.

Precision upgrades that matter

The MATCH NOEL package targets the contact points that affect speed and consistency. Deeper front and rear serrations improve slide manipulation under stress, while the thicker front bushing and solid guide rod stabilize barrel/slide dynamics for tighter groups. The competition trigger combined with an improved slide-to-frame fit reduces perceived travel and enhances reset—key for controlled pairs and strings of fire.

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Ergonomics and sighting

Black/grey G10 grips provide a textured, secure hold for fast follow-ups and strong hand indexing. The addition of a fiber optic front sight with an adjustable target rear gives a bright, intuitive sight picture for both rapid acquisition and fine aiming. The extended magazine release and cleaned magazine well speed reloads—useful on a competition course or in training drills.

Caliber and capacity

Chambered in .45 ACP with an (1) 8rd capacity magazine, this 1911 preserves the time-tested ballistics of the .45 ACP—solid terminal performance and manageable recoil in a tuned single-stack frame. For shooters wanting higher capacity or different recoil characteristics, EAA also offers a 9mm option on this platform.

The EAA GIRSAN MC1911 MATCH NOEL sits squarely in the Semi Auto category for shooters who want a competition-tuned 1911 without custom-shop lead times. At $875.99, it offers a factory-upgraded stainless frame and slide plus practical enhancements recommended by a competition shooter. Check current availability on the shop page — clicking the link takes you to the product listing where you can complete a purchase through the retailer.

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