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EAA Girsan MC1911 S Hunter 10mm 6″ Long-Slide 1911 Pistol

UPC: 741566904196

$699.00

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Description

There aren't many long-slide 10mm 1911s on the market, and the ones that do exist usually come with a price tag that makes you wince. The Girsan MC1911 S Hunter carved out a real niche by offering a 6-inch, all-steel Government-frame 1911 in 10mm Auto without the sticker shock. It was built in Turkey by Girsan and imported by EAA Corp., and it shows that Turkish manufacturing has come a long way. The fit and finish on these are genuinely impressive for the category.

What the Girsan MC1911 S Hunter Brings to the Field

The 6-inch barrel does real work here. With 10mm, barrel length translates directly into velocity, and you'll squeeze more performance out of your hunting loads compared to a standard 5-inch Government model. The extended slide also stretches the sight radius, which pays dividends on accuracy at distance. The rear sight is the fully adjustable EAA Super Sight with windage and elevation adjustment, while the front is a fixed dovetail-mounted blade. The accessory rail up front gives you room to mount a light or laser, which makes sense for anyone using this as a hunting sidearm or bear defense gun in low-light conditions.

From the factory, the MC1911 S Hunter comes with a skeletonized trigger, a long-hole hammer, front and rear slide serrations, and an extended checkered beavertail that virtually eliminates hammer bite. That beavertail, combined with the grip safety's memory bump, makes it genuinely comfortable to run a hot 10mm load without punishing your hand. The ambidextrous thumb safeties are elongated and easy to reach, which is a nice touch on a gun this size.

MC1911 S Hunter Performance at the Range

Real-world reports on this pistol are consistently solid. Owners running everything from bulk FMJ to heavy hard-cast hunting loads like Underwood 220-grain report reliable function with no issues. The single-action trigger on 1911 platforms naturally lends itself to good shooting, and the MC1911 S Hunter's break is clean and the reset is short. For a gun at this price point, that's not a given. The all-steel construction does add weight, but it soaks up recoil noticeably well for a 10mm, making follow-up shots more manageable than you might expect from the caliber. It's backed by EAA's Limited Lifetime Warranty for the original owner.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: European American Armory / Girsan
  • Model: MC1911 S Hunter
  • MPN: 390600
  • UPC: 741566904196
  • Caliber: 10mm Auto
  • Action: Single Action (SAO)
  • Barrel Length: 6"
  • Capacity: 8+1
  • Overall Length: 9.63"
  • Weight: 3.2 lbs
  • Frame Material: Machined Steel
  • Slide Material: Blued Steel, Serrated
  • Sights: Fixed Front Dovetail, Fully Adjustable EAA Super Sight Rear
  • Safety: Ambidextrous Thumb Safety, Grip Safety
  • Grips: Checkered Black Polymer
  • Accessory Rail: Yes, 4-Slot Picatinny
  • Finish: Matte Black
  • Number of Magazines: 1 (8-round)

What’s Included

  • EAA Girsan MC1911 S Hunter pistol
  • 1 x 8-round magazine
  • Manual

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Girsan MC1911 S Hunter a good choice for hunting or bear defense?

Yes, this is genuinely what EAA designed it for. The 6-inch barrel gets the most out of 10mm Auto velocity, and the platform handles heavy hunting loads like 200-grain and 220-grain hard-cast rounds without complaint. The accessory rail lets you add a weapon light for low-light situations, which is a practical feature for bear defense or dusk/dawn hunting scenarios. It's a capable field gun at a price that doesn't hurt as much as comparable long-slide 10mm options.

What magazines does the MC1911 S Hunter use, and are aftermarket options available?

The MC1911 S Hunter ships with one 8-round magazine. The good news is that standard single-stack 10mm 1911 magazines from reputable brands like Check-Mate, Mec-Gar, and others are widely available and compatible. Having a few extra magazines on hand is always a good idea, and third-party options for this platform are reasonably priced and easy to find.

How does the 6-inch barrel affect recoil and accuracy compared to a standard 5-inch 1911?

The longer slide and heavier overall weight of the MC1911 S Hunter help tame 10mm recoil noticeably, making follow-up shots more controlled than you'd get from a lighter or shorter pistol in the same caliber. The extended barrel also stretches the sight radius, which translates directly to more accurate shooting at distance. For hunting use, both of those advantages matter quite a bit.

Does the extended beavertail actually help with hammer bite on a 10mm?

It does. The checkered extended beavertail, combined with the skeletonized long-hole hammer, is specifically designed to eliminate hammer bite during firing. On a hard-recoiling caliber like 10mm, that's not just a comfort feature, it's a practical one that keeps you in the fight through a full range session without tearing up your hand. EAA also included a memory bump on the grip safety to make thumb safety operation more natural.

What is the warranty on the EAA Girsan MC1911 S Hunter?

EAA backs the entire Girsan 1911 lineup with a Limited Lifetime Warranty for the original owner. If service is ever needed, the firearm is sent directly to EAA Corp.'s service department in Cocoa, Florida. Note that the warranty is tied to the original purchaser, so it does not transfer to subsequent owners.

Is the MC1911 S Hunter optics-ready, and can I mount a red dot?

The MC1911 S Hunter does not come optics-ready from the factory, meaning the slide is not pre-cut for a red dot optic. The rear sight is the adjustable EAA Super Sight, which works well for iron-sight shooting. If you want to run a red dot, you would need to have the slide milled by a gunsmith. The dovetail-mounted front sight can be swapped out for a fiber optic or other high-visibility option without major work.

Additional information

UPC

741566904196

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

390600

Action

ATF Type

Pistol

Barrel Length

6"

Caliber/Gauge

10mm

Capacity

9 + 1

Color

Black

Length

12

Model

Number of Magazines

1 9 rd.

Package Height

3.0

Package Width

9.0

Product Type

Semi-Auto Pistol

Safety

Grip/Thumb

Shipping Weight

4.2

Sights

RS: Adjustable FS: Fixed

Sights Type

Adjustable Sights

Slide Description

Serrated

State Restriction (CA)

NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA

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