Description
The Tisas 1911 Blizzard takes the classic 1911 silhouette and loads it up with modern double-stack firepower. Chambered in 9mm with a 4.25" Commander-length barrel and an 18+1 capacity, it blends the trigger feel and ergonomics 1911 fans love with the round count you'd expect from a 2011-pattern pistol. The standout here is the Blizzard finish, a clean white winter-style treatment that sets it apart from the usual black and FDE crowd without giving up any of the toughness Tisas is known for.
What Makes the 1911 Blizzard Tick
Underneath that eye-catching finish, this is a seriously well-built gun. The frame, slide, and barrel are forged steel, machined to tight tolerances, riding on a reinforced polymer grip module with 25 LPI checkering front and rear for a grip that stays put. You get an extended beavertail grip safety with a memory bump, an ambidextrous thumb safety, a skeletonized trigger, and an accessory rail up front for a compact light. It's the kind of feature set that usually costs a lot more to get in a double-stack 1911.
Optic Ready and Mag Friendly
The slide on the 1911 Blizzard comes optic ready, cut for the popular RMSc and Holosun 507K footprints so you can mount a micro red dot directly without hunting for an adapter plate. The factory sights sit at a lower 1/3 co-witness with most optics. On the feeding side, this pistol runs industry-standard STI/Staccato 2011-pattern magazines, which means spare mags are easy to find across a huge aftermarket. Tisas ships it with magazines made by Check-Mate, the same OEM that supplies some of the premium 2011 names.
A Carry-Size 2011 Without the Sticker Shock
Tisas has earned a strong reputation among 1911 and 2011 shooters for delivering forged-steel quality at a price that makes sense. The Blizzard carries that same value forward in a Commander-length package that handles well, points naturally, and soaks up 9mm recoil thanks to its steel weight. Whether you're after a range gun that turns heads or a capable double-stack 1911 to build on, the Blizzard covers a lot of ground.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Tisas
- Model: 1911 Carry Double Stack Blizzard
- Manufacturer Part Number: 12500032AA12
- UPC: 850087183154
- Caliber: 9mm
- Action: Single Action
- Capacity: 18 + 1
- Barrel Length: 4.25"
- Slide: Optic Ready (RMSc / Holosun 507K footprint)
- Frame: Forged Steel with Polymer Grip Module
- Grip Texture: 25 LPI Checkering Front and Rear
- Safety: Ambidextrous Thumb Safety and Grip Safety
- Magazine Compatibility: STI/Staccato 2011 Pattern
- Accessory Rail: Yes
What’s Included
- Tisas 1911 Blizzard pistol
- Two magazines
- Lockable hard case
- Cleaning kit
- Bushing wrench
- Trigger lock
- Instruction manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Tisas 1911 Blizzard optic ready?
Yes, the slide comes optic ready and is cut for the RMSc and Holosun 507K footprints, so you can direct mount a compatible micro red dot without an adapter plate. The factory sights sit at a lower 1/3 co-witness with most optics. Always confirm your specific optic matches the footprint before mounting.
What magazines does the 1911 Blizzard use?
It runs industry-standard STI/Staccato 2011-pattern double-stack magazines, which opens up a huge aftermarket for spares and higher-capacity options. The pistol ships from Tisas with magazines made by Check-Mate, a well-respected OEM. Flush-fit and extended 2011 mags from the major makers will work.
What size is the Tisas 1911 Blizzard?
This is a Commander-length build with a 4.25" barrel, giving you a slightly more compact slide than a full 5" 1911 while keeping a usable sight radius. The double-stack grip module holds 18+1 rounds of 9mm. The steel frame adds weight that helps tame recoil on the range.
Does the Tisas 1911 Blizzard have a rail?
Yes, the frame includes an accessory rail up front for mounting a light. Keep in mind the Carry-length rail works best with a compact light rather than a full-size duty light. A sub-compact option like a TLR-7 is a good match for this frame.





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