Description
The DWX came together when the engineers at Dan Wesson and CZ asked a simple question: what if you combined the trigger feel of a 1911 with the grip and ergonomics of a CZ 75? The answer is a single-action-only, all-steel 9mm that shoots flatter than almost anything else in its class without a compensator in sight. Reviewers who have put serious rounds through it consistently come back to the same words: accurate, fast, and comfortable. The steel frame and slide are finished in black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon), which is tough, corrosion-resistant, and looks sharp paired with the red textured aluminum grip panels.
What Makes the DWX Shoot the Way It Does
A big part of what makes the DWX such a natural shooter is the linkless locked-breech barrel system. It ditches the traditional 1911 barrel link in favor of a bushing-less bull barrel design that thickens toward the muzzle, fitting tightly into the slide for consistent lockup and repeatable accuracy round after round. Takedown is straightforward and familiar to anyone who has run a hammer-fired CZ. The flat K-style trigger runs single-action only with a pull weight spec'd between 3.5 and 4.5 pounds, and because it uses standard 1911 fire control components, a competent gunsmith can tune it further without any head-scratching. The magazines are based on the CZ P-09/P-10F platform, giving you 19+1 capacity with affordable, widely available double-stack mags.
The DWX Optic Ready Slide and Customization Options
This specific model ships with an optic-ready, serrated slide that accepts red dot adapter plates in popular footprints including RMR and Shield RMSc, sold separately. The front sight uses a 1911-style dovetail cut and comes stock with a bright fiber optic, while the rear runs a CZ Shadow 2-style cut with an adjustable HAJO sight that can be dialed for elevation. The full-size frame rides a CZ 75 profile, meaning standard CZ 75 grips drop right in, and magwells from the TS/Czechmate series are compatible for competition use. The swappable magazine release is reversible, a 7-slot Picatinny rail is machined into the dust cover, and a beavertail rounds out the package for a high, positive grip. The grip includes 25 LPI checkering on the front strap and mainspring housing for solid purchase under recoil.
If you are a CZ person who has always been curious about the 1911 trigger, or a 1911 person who wants more capacity and friendlier ergonomics, the DWX is worth serious attention. It was designed from the start for competition, particularly USPSA Limited Division, but it earns its place on any range where you want a full-steel pistol that is flat-shooting, tunable, and genuinely enjoyable to run.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Dan Wesson (CZ-USA)
- Model: DWX
- MPN: 92003
- UPC: 806703920030
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Action: Single Action Only (SAO)
- Capacity: 19+1
- Barrel Length: 4.95"
- Overall Length: 8.52"
- Height: 5.85"
- Width: 1.5"
- Weight: 43 oz (unloaded)
- Frame Material: Steel
- Finish: Black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon)
- Grips: Red Textured Aluminum
- Sights: Fiber Optic Front / Adjustable Rear (HAJO)
- Slide: Optic Ready / Serrated (front & rear)
- Safety: Ambidextrous Manual Thumb Safety
- Rail: 1913 Picatinny (7-slot)
- Trigger Style: Flat K-Style
- Magazine Compatibility: CZ P-09 / P-10F Double-Stack
What’s Included
- Dan Wesson DWX pistol
- 2 x 19-round magazines
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
What magazines does the Dan Wesson DWX use?
The full-size DWX uses magazines based on the CZ P-09 and P-10F platform. These are reliable, widely available, and among the more affordable factory double-stack mags on the market. Extended baseplates are also available aftermarket to bump capacity beyond the standard 19 rounds.
What red dot optics are compatible with the DWX Optic Ready slide?
The DWX optic-ready slide uses a proprietary cut that accepts adapter plates sold separately. Through those plates, you can mount optics with RMR, Shield RMSc, or Leupold DPP footprints, covering popular options like the Trijicon RMR, Holosun 507C, and others. No milling or modification to the slide is required when using the correct adapter plate.
Is the DWX a good choice for USPSA competition?
The DWX was designed with competition in mind and is well-suited for USPSA Limited Division and Steel Challenge, where its 19+1 capacity, single-action trigger, and flat recoil impulse give it a real edge. The Picatinny dust cover rail also allows the attachment of weights to reduce muzzle flip, which is permitted in Limited Division. It is a single-action-only pistol, so division rules should be confirmed before use in other competitive formats.
Can I use standard CZ 75 accessories on the DWX?
Yes, the full-size DWX frame takes standard CZ 75 grip panels, so the huge aftermarket of CZ 75 grips applies directly. Magwells from the CZ TS and Czechmate series are also compatible. The front sight uses a 1911-style dovetail, and the rear is cut to a CZ Shadow 2-style dovetail, giving you options on both ends.
Does the Dan Wesson DWX have a grip safety?
No, the DWX does not include a grip safety. Dan Wesson deliberately left it off, which actually aligns with how most competitive 1911 and 2011 shooters set up their guns anyway. It does have a fully ambidextrous manual thumb safety for cocked-and-locked carry in the traditional 1911 Condition One manual of arms.
What is the trigger pull weight on the DWX?
Dan Wesson specs the trigger between 3.5 and 4.5 pounds from the factory. Real-world testing puts most examples right in that range with a clean break and decent reset. Because the DWX uses standard 1911 fire control components, the trigger is also tunable by a qualified gunsmith if you want to bring it down further for competition use.





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