Girsan's Latest 1911 Evolution: The Influencer X Arrives Through EAA
Author: Nick Miles | Publish Date: Nov 19, 2024
As we approach 2025, the legendary 1911 platform continues to evolve, with European American Armory (EAA) unveiling their latest interpretation: the Girsan Influencer X. This modern take on Browning's classic design brings contemporary features to the time-tested platform, now available in four distinct chamberings.
While the Influencer X maintains the core DNA of traditional 1911s—a heritage Girsan has long respected in their semi-automatic handgun production—this latest offering embraces modern shooting trends with its optics-ready configuration.
The company's official description highlights its comprehensive feature set:
"The rear sight is fully adjustable and removable for mounting any red dot with an RMS/RMSc footprint. Designed with competition, personal protection, and critical duty in mind, the Influencer X meets the demand of every role. With it's Full-length accessory rail, fully machined forged steel frame, machined steel slide, flared magazine well, extended beavertail, ambidextrous thumb safety, accuracy test target, aggressive grip texturing, two-tone Cerakote finish, an excellent trigger and lightening-cut slide all come standard in a durable, hard travel case."
Shooters can select from four chambering options: the classic .45 ACP, the versatile 9x19mm, the high-velocity .38 Super, or the powerful 10mm Auto. The pricing structure places the 9mm and .45 ACP variants at an MSRP of $689, while the .38 Super and 10mm Auto versions command a slightly higher MSRP of $729. Magazine capacity stands at 9+1 rounds across all models, with the exception of the .45 ACP version, which holds 8+1 rounds.
Every variant maintains identical dimensions, featuring an 8.75-inch overall length, a five-inch barrel, and weighs in at 2.55 pounds.