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Dan Wesson built the Bruin with a specific job in mind: wring every bit of performance out of the 10mm cartridge in a platform that actually holds together when you run it hard. The 6-inch bushing-less bull barrel gives full-power loads maximum dwell time, pushing velocity higher than any standard-length 1911 can match. That longer slide also adds mass forward, which dampens the 10mm's recoil impulse considerably. Reviewers running hot 180-grain and 200-grain hardcast loads consistently note that the gun feels far softer than the caliber would suggest, with minimal muzzle flip between shots.
The forged stainless frame wears a black nitrocarburized duty finish that is genuinely tough. The grip is all business too: 25 LPI checkering on both the front strap and flat mainspring housing keeps your hand locked in place, the G10 grips add aggressive texture without tearing up your hands, and the extended beavertail grip safety ensures reliable disengagement even with a high grip. Front and rear cocking serrations make press-checks and manipulations easy whether you're wearing gloves or not.
The sighting setup on this model is genuinely well thought out. The tritium/fiber optic front sight glows a bright green dot in daylight and maintains visibility in low-light thanks to its tritium insert. The fully adjustable rear night sight rounds things out with two tritium dots flanking the square notch. A serrated flat-top rib runs the length of the slide to cut glare between front and rear, giving you a clean sight picture in any lighting. And because this is the Optic-Ready model, the slide comes factory-milled to accept a red dot sight across multiple footprints without any aftermarket machining. The factory iron sights co-witness with common RMR-height optics, so you keep your backup sighting system even after mounting glass.
This pistol has racked up real hunting credentials. Bruin owners have taken hogs, whitetail, and other game with it, and multiple reviewers note the gun arrived from the factory already sighted in and shooting to point of aim at 25 yards. At 50 yards, accuracy results from published tests have landed in the 3-inch range with hunting loads, which is entirely practical for the handgun hunting applications this gun was designed for. The square Commander-style hammer, long solid trigger with a serrated face, and the tight slide-to-frame fit all contribute to a trigger feel that breaks cleanly in the 4 to 5 pound range with minimal creep. Dan Wesson pistols are hand-fitted with forged parts and no MIM components, and the Bruin reflects that in spades.
The Bruin was designed specifically as a hunting and woods-carry pistol. The 6-inch barrel squeezes extra velocity out of full-power 10mm loads, and the 43.9 oz forged steel construction makes even hot hardcast rounds manageable to shoot. It works well for handgun hunting of deer, hogs, and similarly sized game, and is a solid choice for bear country trail carry.
Multiple reviewers across different publications have noted that their Bruin arrived from the factory already shooting to point of aim at 25 yards without any rear sight adjustment needed. The adjustable rear night sight gives you full windage and elevation flexibility to tune for different loads or distances if needed.
The optic-ready slide is factory-milled to accept multiple common red dot footprints, allowing you to mount a pistol optic without sending the slide out for custom machining. The factory tritium/fiber optic iron sights co-witness with most RMR-height optics, so you retain functional backup sights after mounting a red dot.
Better than just about any other 10mm pistol you'll find. The combination of a 43.9 oz all-steel frame, a 22-pound recoil spring, and a 6-inch slide up front absorbs a significant amount of felt recoil. Reviewers running full-power 180-grain and 200-grain loads describe the Bruin as shooting softer than expected, with a recoil impulse more comparable to a standard .45 ACP than a hot 10mm out of a lighter gun.
It's actually one of the friendlier 10mm platforms to shoot, thanks to the extra mass that soaks up recoil. That said, it's a single-action 1911, so new owners should take time to get comfortable with 1911 manual of arms and the thumb/grip safety system before relying on it in the field. The trigger is light and crisp at around 4 to 5 pounds, which rewards good technique.
The Bruin uses Dan Wesson's black duty finish, which is a ferritic nitrocarburizing process applied to the forged stainless frame and slide. It's widely considered one of the toughest production handgun finishes available, offering strong corrosion resistance and hardness that holds up well to field use and weather exposure. Owners who have run the gun in outdoor environments consistently report that the finish stands up to hard use.
| UPC | 806703017938 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 01793 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Pistol |
| Barrel Finish | STAINLESS |
| Barrel Length | 6" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 10mm |
| Capacity | 8 + 1 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 9.7 |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 2 8 rd. |
| Package Height | 3.0 |
| Package Width | 10.0 |
| Product Type | Semi-Auto Pistol |
| Safety | Manual |
| Shipping Weight | 4.05 |
| Sights | FR:TFO RS: Adj. |
| Sights Type | Night Sights |
| Slide Description | Optic Ready/Serrated |
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