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Dan Wesson has been making some of the most respected 1911s in the business, and the Pointman Nine PM-9 is one of the clearest examples of why. Both the frame and slide are forged stainless steel, not cast, which matters when it comes to fit, finish, and long-term durability. The slide-to-frame fit is impressively tight right out of the box, and the hand-fit match-grade barrel is part of why this pistol shoots the way it does. At 41.3 ounces with a full 5-inch barrel, it soaks up 9mm recoil in a way that makes follow-up shots noticeably easier to control.
The sighting system is where this pistol really stands apart from standard production 1911s. The fiber optic front sight picks up fast in a variety of lighting, and the fully adjustable rear sight lets you dial in your zero for different loads or distances. The forged slide features an inverted top rib running between the sights to cut down on glare, a thoughtful detail that pays off when the sun is in your face on an outdoor range. Front and rear cocking serrations give you solid purchase when running the slide.
The ergonomics have clearly been thought through. The forged stainless frame has an undercut trigger guard that gets your hand up higher on the gun, improving leverage and control. The front strap is checkered at 25 LPI, which strikes a good balance between grip security and comfort during extended sessions. There is also an adjustable overtravel screw on the trigger and an extended magazine release for competition-friendly operation. Both the manual thumb safety and grip safety are present and work with the crisp, clean single-action-only trigger the 1911 platform is known for.
The cosmetics on the PM-9 are refined without being flashy. The flat surfaces of the frame and slide wear a soft brushed finish, while the rounded areas are bead blasted, which creates a subtle two-tone contrast that really highlights the machining quality. The double diamond cocobolo wood grips complete the look and feel genuinely premium in hand. This is a pistol that looks as good sitting in a case as it performs on the line. Two 9-round magazines are included.
It is genuinely well-suited for both. The fully adjustable rear sight and fiber optic front make it easy to get dialed in for a specific load, and the single-action-only trigger with adjustable overtravel gives you a crisp, consistent break that competitive shooting rewards. The extended magazine release and undercut trigger guard are also competition-friendly touches that you would normally have to add aftermarket on a lesser 1911.
The combination of a full 5-inch match barrel, a forged steel frame, and a 41.3-ounce overall weight makes this one of the softer-shooting 9mm pistols in its class. The 25 LPI front strap checkering keeps your grip locked in place between shots without being harsh on your hand. Most people who shoot it back-to-back with lighter polymer guns notice a meaningful difference in muzzle flip.
Dan Wesson does recommend a break-in procedure, which is common with tightly fitted production 1911s. Running a box or two of standard FMJ 115-grain ammo through it is typically all it takes. The tight frame-to-slide and barrel-to-bushing fit is a feature, not a flaw, and the gun tends to run smoothly once it has a few rounds through it.
The PM-9 ships with double diamond cocobolo wood grips, which look sharp and feel solid in the hand. Since this is a standard full-size 1911 platform, it accepts any aftermarket grips designed for Government-size 1911s, so customization options are wide open if you ever want to change the look or feel.
No. Dan Wesson builds the Pointman Nine without metal injection molded parts, which is a meaningful distinction at this level of the market. Combined with the forged frame and slide construction, this contributes to the tight tolerances and long-term durability the pistol is known for.
The Pointman Nine PM-9 comes with two 9-round magazines. That is a nice bonus at this price point and means you can hit the range without immediately needing to order additional mags.
| UPC | 806703019420 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 01942 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Pistol |
| Barrel Length | 5" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 9mm |
| Capacity | 9 + 1 |
| Color | Stainless |
| Length | 8.75 |
| Magazine Included | 1 x 9-Round |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 2 9 rd. |
| Package Height | 3.3 |
| Package Width | 8.9 |
| Product Type | Semi-Auto Pistol |
| Safety | Grip/Thumb |
| Shipping Weight | 3.85 |
| Sights | Adjustable Sights |
| Sights Type | ADJUSTABLE |
| Slide Description | Serrated |
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