Description
The 1911 has been around for over a century, and Alpha Foxtrot clearly wasn't interested in just making another one. The AF1911 Romulus is a double-stack, hammer-fired 9mm that keeps the classic single-action feel and ergonomics intact while adding the kind of modern hardware that makes it relevant for competition, home defense, or just running the range on a Saturday.
The heart of this pistol is its 4.25" compensated, bull-ramped, threaded barrel made from 416R stainless steel. It's button-rifled with a 1:10 right-hand twist and six grooves, which translates to consistent shot-to-shot accuracy. The compensator built into the barrel design does real work keeping muzzle rise in check, and the threading means you can run a suppressor or swap in your own muzzle device without needing an aftermarket barrel. The entire frame and slide are machined from SUS416 stainless and finished in a polished black Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coat that holds up to hard use and looks sharp doing it.
Alpha Foxtrot packed in the ergonomic features you'd expect from a competition-inspired build: an injected polymer grip module with an extended beavertail, an undercut trigger guard, a flared magwell for fast reloads, and an extended slide release. Controls are ambidextrous with the thumb safety, so left-handed shooters aren't left out. The slide is serrated front and rear for a positive grip and comes with the MOS adapter cut that supports both RMSc and RMR footprints. The RMSC plate comes pre-installed with an RMR plate included, and a Night Fision glowing front sight handles low-light target acquisition when you haven't had time to mount a dot yet. There's also a full-length Picatinny rail under the frame for lights or lasers.
This is a well-rounded package for someone who wants a premium, made-in-America 1911-style pistol that's ready to run out of the box. The Romulus ships with both a 17-round and 20-round double-stack magazine, which is a nice touch that gives you options from day one.
Key Specifications
- UPC: 810100535650
- MPN: AA39X1CIB-XDBK19
- Caliber: 9mm
- Action: Hammer-fired, Single Action
- Barrel Length: 4.25"
- Barrel Type: Compensated Bull-Ramped Threaded, 416R Stainless, Button-Rifled
- Twist Rate: 1:10 Right-Hand, 6 Grooves
- Overall Length: 6.9"
- Frame & Slide Material: SUS416 Stainless Steel
- Finish: Polished Black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon)
- Grip: Injected Polymer with Integrated Flared Magwell
- Capacity: 20+1 (17-round and 20-round magazines included)
- Optic Cut: MOS Adapter Cut (RMSc & RMR Compatible)
- Sights: Night Fision Front Sight / Rear MOS Adapter Cut
- Safety: Ambidextrous Thumb Safety + Grip Safety
- Rail: Full-Length Picatinny Accessory Rail
- Origin: Made in the USA
What’s Included
- AF1911 Romulus 9mm Pistol
- 17-round double-stack magazine
- 20-round double-stack magazine
- RMSC adapter plate (pre-installed)
- RMR adapter plate
- Nylon gun case
Frequently Asked Questions
What optics are compatible with the AF1911 Romulus slide?
The Romulus uses a rear MOS adapter cut that supports both RMSc and RMR footprints. An RMSC plate comes pre-installed on the pistol, and an RMR plate is included in the box. This covers a wide range of popular red dot sights from brands like Trijicon and Holosun.
Is the threaded barrel on the Romulus suppressor-ready?
Yes. The 4.25" bull barrel is threaded and designed to accept a suppressor or aftermarket muzzle device. The barrel is also compensated, which helps with recoil and muzzle rise even when running it without a can. Just make sure any suppressor you use is rated for 9mm.
How does the double-stack design affect the grip compared to a traditional 1911?
The Romulus uses an injected polymer grip module rather than traditional wood or G10 panels, which allows it to accommodate the wider double-stack magazine without feeling blocky. Alpha Foxtrot also added an undercut trigger guard and extended beavertail, so the ergonomics stay comfortable and familiar even with the extra capacity. If you've shot a 2011-style pistol before, the feel will be right at home.
What magazines does the AF1911 Romulus ship with?
The pistol includes two double-stack magazines: one 17-round and one 20-round. Both are stainless steel construction. Having two different capacity options out of the box gives you flexibility whether you're running it in a competition or keeping it at home.
Is the AF1911 Romulus made in the USA?
Yes, Alpha Foxtrot builds the Romulus entirely in the United States. The frame and slide are precision-machined from SUS416 stainless steel domestically, and the pistol is designed to be compatible with standard 1911/2011 aftermarket components for those who want to customize down the road.
Does the Romulus have night sights?
The front sight is a Night Fision glowing sight that gives you a usable sight picture in low-light conditions even without a red dot mounted. The rear of the slide features the MOS adapter cut, so once you add a red dot, the night sight can serve as a backup or co-witness reference depending on your setup.




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