The EDC X9L design combines the accuracy"" ergonomics and trigger pull of the classic 1911 design with enhanced reliability"" and high capacity performance. This one-inch longer barrel version gives you an extended sight radius to match your standard 1911 with 18 round magazine capacity. The EDC X9L 5"" slide assembly and the match-grade"" bushing-style barrel is tailored to the varying power level of 9mm ammunition and maintains impressive reliability even when heavily fouled and low on lubrication. Other slide features include a Tri-Top slide profile with a user-replaceable front sight"" rear Tactical Adjustable Battlesight"" and a rugged"" user-serviceable external extractor. The Wilson Combat X-frame is a high capacity 9mm 1911 frame that is similar in size to a traditional compact"" single stack 1911. The X-frame is machined at Wilson Combat from T6-7075 aluminum and accepts a high capacity magazine with a grip that is smaller in circumference than a standard 1911 while retaining traditional 1911 controls.