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Live Free Armory's Apollo 11 has been one of the more talked-about names in the budget 2011 space, and the V2 is the version that addresses the most common requests from the original platform. This is a full-size, hammer-fired, single-action 9mm built around a steel frame with an integrated beavertail grip safety, a Picatinny accessory rail, and 18+1 capacity from a double-stack Mec-Gar-pattern magazine. It's distributed by Century Arms and manufactured at LFA's facility in Palm Bay, Florida.
The V2 upgrades are worth spelling out. The grip module is precision-machined from 6061 aluminum with updated V2 texturing for a more secure, positive hold compared to the polymer grip on earlier Apollo 11s. The slide gets deeper serrations for more confident manipulation, and the optic cut uses an RMSc footprint so your red dot mounts directly without any adapter plates. The stainless bushingless bull barrel measures 4.9 inches, hand-fitted for accuracy, and the trigger system is tuned to a crisp 3.5 to 4.5 lb pull using a machined billet trigger bow. The whole gun wears a gray Cerakote slide over a black Cerakote steel frame.
The ambidextrous billet 4140 steel thumb safety is a standard feature across the V2 lineup, and the tritium front night sight gives you a usable low-light reference right out of the box without adding anything to your shopping list. The integral Picatinny rail up front handles a weapon light whenever you're ready for one.
This pistol is a strong fit for someone who wants to learn the 1911/2011 manual of arms with a modern, high-capacity platform, or for a competition shooter looking to get into the double-stack 1911 game without spending Staccato money. Like any 2011-pattern gun, the Apollo 11 rewards a proper break-in and a structured range session with quality FMJ to confirm reliable function before you commit to a specific carry or competition load.
The V2 brings three main changes over the original: a precision-machined 6061 aluminum grip module with improved V2 texturing (replacing the earlier polymer grip), a redesigned slide with deeper serrations for better manipulation, and the addition of an external extractor for improved reliability under sustained use. The tritium front night sight also comes standard on V2 models, which was not always the case with earlier configurations.
The slide is cut with an RMSc footprint, which allows direct mounting without plates or adapters. Many popular micro red dots use the RMSc pattern, including options from Holosun, Sig Sauer, Shield, and others. Because the 2011 slide is relatively narrow, some owners prefer running an optic that extends slightly wider than the slide rather than strictly limiting themselves to the smallest footprint options, so check the window size of your preferred dot before committing.
Yes. Live Free Armory handles CNC machining and Cerakote finishing at their facility in Palm Bay, Florida. Century Arms serves as the distributor for the Apollo 11 V2 series. Heat treatment is outsourced to US vendors, which is standard practice across the domestic firearms industry.
The Apollo 11 V2 uses a 2011-pattern double-stack magazine, and the factory mags are produced by Mec-Gar, a well-respected OEM magazine supplier used throughout the firearms industry. The 2011 pattern is widely supported, so additional magazines from compatible sources are generally easy to find. Stick with quality magazines and test any new additions before relying on them.
The Apollo 11 V2 uses a machined billet trigger system with a factory-specified pull weight of 3.5 to 4.5 lbs. As a single-action pistol, it offers a short, clean break that many 1911 fans find easy to shoot accurately. The consistent single-action press is one of the most appealing aspects of the 2011 platform for anyone coming from a traditional 1911 background or competitive shooting.
It's a solid entry point into the double-stack 1911 competition scene. The full-size 4.9-inch barrel, crisp single-action trigger, optic-ready slide, and 18+1 capacity check the boxes for practical pistol and action shooting formats. Range reports consistently show it performs well with quality FMJ ammunition once properly cleaned and broken in, making it a capable training and competition tool at its price point.
| UPC | 787450998124 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HG8641-N |
| Action | |
| Barrel Finish | STAINLESS |
| Barrel Length | 4.9" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 9mm |
| Capacity | 18 |
| Color | Gray |
| Model | |
| Mount Type | RMSc Footprint |
| Number of Magazines | 2 18 rd. |
| Product Type | 1911 |
| Safety | Ambi Thumb |
| Shipping Weight | 5.3 |
| Sights | Tritium Night Sights |
| Slide Description | Optic Cut/Serrated |
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