If you’ve got $4,199 laying around and can’t think of anything to spend it on, we have a suggestion for you: get yourself a new Firehawk 1911 pistol from Nighthawk Custom. This cutting edge offering from Nighthawk Custom is the next advance in their long line of purpose-built 1911s. By utilizing a recoil-taming, single-port compensator, a bull barrel, a commander length spring, reverse plug and a full-length guide rod that adds weight to the front of the pistol to reduce muzzle rise, Nighthawk Custom has maintained the standard stroke length of a Government-size (5-inch) 1911 for reliability. The lightened slide reduces reciprocating mass and delivers flat-shooting performance without increasing the size of the pistol. A French Border ties together both the slide and the compensator for a seamless look, and the one-piece mag well allows for smoother reloads. The compensator is bull nosed to allow for a cleaner draw and re holster while still maintaining an edgy, aggressive look. Available in 9mm or 45 ACP, other features include gold bead front sight, solid black Heinie ledge rear sight match grade 9mm/.45 ACP barrel a one-piece mainspring housing and magwell, a solid curved trigger, coarse rear cocking serrations, rear slide serrations, a beveled and recessed slide stop, single side safety and ultra hi-cut front strap. The black version comes with Agent 1 grip panels, while the stainless version has G10 grip panels with Nighthawk medallions. A host of other options are available at extra cost. Contact Nighthawk Custom; Tel.: (877) 268-4867; Web: www.nighthawkcustom.com