Description
Tisas has made a name for itself delivering real forged-steel 1911 quality at a price that leaves room in the budget for ammo, and the 1911 Carry Double Stack is one of the best examples of that. This 9mm runs on a double-stack frame that bumps capacity to 18+1, so you get the trigger feel and ergonomics people love about the 1911 platform with magazine counts that keep up with the modern striker-fired crowd. The 4.25" Commander-length bull barrel is button rifled with a 1:10 twist, and that extra forward weight gives it a steady, planted feel when you're running it fast.
What Sets the Tisas 1911 Carry DS Apart
The frame and slide are forged carbon steel, not cast or zinc, which is a big part of why this gun shoots so flat and soaks up recoil the way it does. You get front and rear slide serrations, a flared and lowered ejection port, a skeletonized trigger and hammer, an ambidextrous thumb safety, and a beavertail grip safety. The polymer grip module carries 25 LPI checkering front and rear for a grip that stays put, and the integrated 1913 Picatinny rail up front lets you hang a weapon light or laser.
Optic Ready Right From the Box
The slide on this 1911 Carry DS is cut for a direct mount of RMSc and Holosun 507K footprint optics using the M3 x 0.5 thread pattern, so there are no adapter plates to track down. The factory sights are set up for a lower 1/3 co-witness, which means your irons stay visible through the optic window once you mount a red dot. Drop a compact optic on top and you've got a carry or competition-ready setup with very little fuss.
A Platform Built to Grow With You
This is a true 2011-style gun, and the magazines play nice with Tisas DS, Military Armament Corp, and STI/Staccato-pattern mags, so feeding it down the road is easy. Whether you're shooting USPSA, setting it up for home defense, or just enjoying range time with a steel-framed 9mm that handles like a dream, the Tisas 1911 Carry Double Stack covers a lot of ground without emptying your wallet.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Tisas
- Model: 1911 Carry Double Stack
- MPN: 12500032AA15
- UPC: 850087183185
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Action: Single Action
- Capacity: 18 + 1
- Barrel Length: 4.25" Bull Barrel
- Barrel Twist: 1:10 RH
- Frame Material: Forged Carbon Steel
- Slide Material: Steel, Optic Ready
- Optic Cut: Direct Mount RMSc / Holosun 507K, M3 x 0.5
- Safety: Ambidextrous Thumb and Grip Safety
- Accessory Rail: 1913 Picatinny Rail
- Sights: White Dot Front / Serrated Black Rear
What’s Included
- Tisas 1911 Carry Double Stack pistol
- Two 18-round magazines
- Lockable hard case
- Cleaning kit
- Bushing wrench
- Trigger lock
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
What optics fit the Tisas 1911 Carry DS slide?
The slide is cut for a direct mount of RMSc and Holosun 507K footprint optics using the M3 x 0.5 thread pattern, so you won't need an adapter plate. The factory sights are set up for a lower 1/3 co-witness, which keeps your irons visible through the optic window. That covers two of the most popular compact red dot standards out there.
What magazines work with the 1911 Carry Double Stack?
This is a true 2011-style double-stack pistol, and it's compatible with Tisas DS, Military Armament Corp, and STI/Staccato-pattern magazines. That gives you plenty of options for picking up spares down the road. The gun ships with two 18-round magazines to get you started.
Does the Tisas 1911 Carry DS have a rail for a light?
Yes, it features an integrated 1913 Picatinny rail up front, so you can mount a weapon light or laser. That makes it a solid option for home defense or a night stand setup. It's a nice touch on a carry-length 1911 that you don't always see at this price point.
Is the frame on this Tisas really steel?
It is. Both the frame and slide are forged carbon steel rather than cast or polymer, which is a big reason the gun shoots so flat and manages recoil well. That forward weight from the steel frame and bull barrel gives it a planted, controllable feel on fast strings of fire.





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