Nighthawk Custom Thunder Ranch Combat Special 1911

Nighthawk Custom (NHC) developed Thunder Ranch Combat Special in collaboration with the crew at Thunder Ranch—as their vision of a hard-use fighting pistol. They demanded a 1911 built without excess, shaped by real-world experience, and executed to a standard far beyond the service pistols most professionals were issued.

The design remains unmistakable and deliberate, shaped by real-world experience. Wide front and rear cocking serrations allow positive manipulation under stress. A thick, precision-fit barrel bushing enhances durability and long-term consistency. Our smoked nitride finish provides corrosion resistance and a subdued, duty-driven appearance that reflects the pistol’s working-gun roots. A 14k gold bead front sight delivers quick, intuitive sight acquisition while adding a refined visual detail.

A single Nighthawk gunsmith builds each Thunder Ranch Combat Special from start to finish. That commitment ensures consistent fit, function, and attention to detail—honoring the standards that defined the original collaboration and continues to guide every pistol bearing the Thunder Ranch name.

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This pistol comes with a threaded stainless steel bull barrel and full-length guide rod. The original unthreaded DLC bull barrel, range mat/bag, and all paperwork are included.

Comes with two (2) Nighthawk Custom 9-round stainless steel magazines with slam pads, one (1) Colt blue 9-round mag,  and one (1) Kimber stainless steel 9-round mag = four mags in total.

Overall in excellent condition; a couple of dings on the front sight blade. Additional pics are available.