STI Model 2011 (Pre Edge) .40 S&W Semi-Auto Pistol Special Order Stainless Steel California CA PPT OK

Sold For: $1,645.00

LSB#: 170203JM24

Make: STI International

Model: 2011, The specific model is no longer available in the catalog from what we can tell. It appears to be the stainless version of the predecessor to the edge.

Serial Number: CM4595

Year of Manufacture: 2011-Present

Caliber: .40 S&W

Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Pistol with Removable Magazine.

Markings: The underside of the slide is marked “206”. The right side of the frame is marked “2011” and the serial number, the underside is marked “STI INTERNATIONAL / GEORGETOWN, TX USA”. The butt of the magazine well and rear sight have the company logo. The barrel is marked “.40 S&W”.

Barrel Length: 5”, measuring 0.698″ at the muzzle.

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a red fiber optic in a black base, which is dovetailed onto the barrel. The rear sight is a wide, rear serrated and square notched leaf in a base that is adjustable for windage and elevation, it is dovetailed onto the slide.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The trigger guard and grip frame are one piece, made of high strength synthetic material, showing a double diamond checkered pattern on the flanks, with the company logo; the fore and aft grip straps have fine cut checkering. There are a few scattered light marks, none are deep or draw attention until close inspection. The grips rate in about Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Matte & Brushed Stainless Steel

Finish Originality: All Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.

Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 91% of its metal finish. The slide and extension of the frame have scuffing consistent with holster use, though the marks are not deep and this being a stainless setup, you could always buff them out. There are small darkened spots on top of the slide and right of the grip safety, please see our pictures. The grip screws are sharp and the markings are clear. Overall, this pistol rates in about Fine Plus to Excellent condition.

Mechanics: This pistol has an ambidextrous thumb safety, adjustable trigger (which currently breaks at 3lbs 8oz without takeup, the reset is short), strong mainspring, skeletonized hammer, the grip safety has a rise to index one’s palm correctly each time. The slide and frame have superb mating. The action works correctly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with an un-marked 16 round magazine (17 fit but it was far too tight to reliably feed), the base plate is serrated plastic, with a star. The spring is strong and the feed lips are un-marred, rating in Excellent condition. Installed is a STI beveled magazine well, showing some edge dings and scuffing, in Fine Plus condition.

Our Assessment: This is NOT your grandpa’s 1911, this is your new 2011. With similar controls even your Grandpa could pick this up and safely run the next 3 Gun Competition with limited training (of course you should never shoot a gun until you are fluent with the safe handling). With a slightly wider, polymer frame you can now cram an appropriate 16 Rounds of .40 S&W, be for the range or home defense. The lines are beautiful along with the fit and finish. These pistols are the best kept secrets, race ready out of the box. I don’t know what you are waiting for? Trade in that old 1911 your Grandpa gave you for one of these if you are a serious shooter. There is going to be some competition on this gun, CA OK!