Description
The .38 Super has a devoted following among 1911 fans for good reason. It runs flatter and faster than .45 ACP, recoils softer, and squeezes an extra round into the same full-size frame. The Girsan MC1911 Negotiator takes that classic competition caliber and wraps it in a steel-framed Government-size 1911 built on Girsan's Match platform, imported by EAA and offered through TALO as a follow-up to the popular .45 ACP and 10mm Negotiator models.
What Sets the MC1911 Negotiator Apart
This is not a bare-bones budget 1911. You get a fully adjustable rear sight for dialing in your preferred load, a skeletonized trigger, an extended beavertail grip safety, and an ambidextrous thumb safety that works for lefties right out of the box. Checkered G10 grip panels and a checkered front strap keep the gun planted in your hands during quick strings of fire, and the machined steel frame and slide soak up what little recoil the .38 Super produces. The titanium nitride treatment with gold accents gives it a two-tone look you will not mistake for anything else in the safe.
Shooting the Negotiator in .38 Super
With a 5 inch barrel, 8.75 inch overall length, and all-steel construction, this pistol settles nicely between shots and points like a full-size 1911 should. The 9+1 capacity of .38 Super gives you one more round than the .45 version, and the caliber's soft-shooting, fast-cycling nature makes it a favorite for steel plates, paper targets, and long range sessions where a snappy caliber would wear you out. If you have been wanting a .38 Super 1911 without the custom-shop price tag, this one covers the important bases.
Girsan Quality Backed by EAA
Girsan has built a solid reputation for well-made Turkish 1911s, and EAA backs their pistols with a limited lifetime warranty. The Negotiator ships with one 9-round magazine and a cable lock, ready for the range the day you pick it up.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Girsan (imported by EAA Corp)
- Model: MC1911 Negotiator
- MPN: 390399
- UPC: 741566908279
- Caliber: .38 Super Auto +P
- Action: Semi-Auto, Single Action
- Capacity: 9+1
- Barrel Length: 5 inches
- Overall Length: 8.75 inches
- Frame/Slide: Machined steel
- Finish: Titanium nitride, silver with gold accents
- Grips: Checkered G10
- Sights: Fully adjustable rear sight
- Safety: Ambidextrous thumb safety, extended beavertail grip safety
- Warranty: EAA limited lifetime warranty
What’s Included
- Girsan MC1911 Negotiator pistol
- One 9-round magazine
- Cable lock
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of sights come on the Girsan MC1911 Negotiator?
It ships with a fully adjustable rear sight, which is one of the features that separates the Negotiator from entry-level 1911s. You can adjust for windage and elevation to match your point of aim to whatever .38 Super load you settle on, which is handy since factory ammo in this caliber varies quite a bit in bullet weight and velocity.
Is .38 Super a good caliber for a 1911?
It is one of the best pairings out there. The .38 Super was designed for the 1911 platform back in 1929, and it runs faster and flatter than .45 ACP with noticeably softer recoil. You also gain a round of capacity, with this Negotiator holding 9+1 compared to 8+1 in most .45 Government models. It has a long history in competition shooting for exactly those reasons.
How many magazines does the MC1911 Negotiator come with, and can I use other .38 Super 1911 mags?
It comes with one 9-round magazine in the box. Since this is a standard Government-size 1911 platform, quality aftermarket .38 Super 1911 magazines from the usual makers generally run fine in it, so building up a range supply is easy and affordable.
Does the Girsan MC1911 Negotiator have a warranty?
Yes. Girsan pistols imported by EAA Corp carry a limited lifetime warranty, and EAA handles service and support here in the States. Girsan has built a strong track record with their 1911 line, so warranty claims tend to be the exception rather than the rule.





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