Guns Nighthawk Costa Ludus 1911 Recoil Staff May 14, 2012 7 Comments, Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Our friends over at Gun Gallery in Jacksonville, Florida posted up pictures of this Nighthawk Costa Recon 1911 they recently received. This 1911 is collaboration project between tactical trainer Chris Costa and Nighthawk Tactical. The $3,495 MSRP for this 1911 is not for the feint of heart, but it does have everything Chris Costa wanted to incorporate into his idea of the perfect 1911. If you're in the Jacksonville Florida area and want to see this gun in person head over to Gun Gallery. Also if your looking for a copy of the latest issue of RECOIL Magazine they've got it also. Nighthawk Costa Recon 1911 Features Integrated recon light rail compatible with a Surefire X300 tactical light Unique multi-faceted slide Serrated arrow style slide top Heavy bevel on bottom of slide Hand serrated rear of slide Barrel is crowned and beveled flush with the bushing One-piece fully machined 20 lpi checkered mainspring housing/magwell High cut front strap Lightweight aluminum medium solid Match trigger Aggressive 10-8 Performance® Hyena Brown grips Red fiber optic front sights (Tritium dot front sight upgrade available) Jardine Rear Black Sights (No other rear sight available) Extended Tactical Mag Catch Nighthawk Custom/Marvel EVERLAST™ Recoil System COSTA™ logo engraved in silver after finish Height: 5 5/8″ 5″ Barrel Length 2 lb. 8 oz. Tactical single-side or Ambi-safety upgrade available Melonite finish in Black only Available in .45 ACP only www.gungalleryjax.com www.nighthawktactical.com www.costaludus.com Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
Hi Martin, you take some great photos. Also next time we're in Jacksonville we look forward to going to your match.
That would be awesome! We hold it on the last sunday of every month We're talking about having an anniversary shoot in September. We'd love to have you guys come down for that.