At SHOT Show 2026, Nighthawk Custom is unveiling three new pistols—each built start to finish by a single gunsmith, each designed with a distinct purpose, and each representing a different expression of what defines our work today.

Alpha Hawk

The Alpha Hawk is a purpose-built, compensated compact carry 1911, engineered from the ground up to deliver reduced recoil and flatter shooting performance in a concealed-carry format. A commander-length, chunk-ported barrel provides integrated compensation without added length or bulk, while a magwell machined directly into the frame allows flat floor-plate magazines to sit flush, balancing enhanced reload efficiency with true concealability. Designed exclusively for red-dot use and refined in every contour, the Alpha Hawk reflects a deliberate approach to the modern carry single stack—where performance is achieved through refinement, not width or capacity.

GI Plus

The GI Plus is our most historically inspired pistol to date—a refined expression of the classic American service 1911. WWI-era rollmarks, a deep fully blued finish, vertical slide serrations, and a ring hammer establish a timeless profile rooted in authenticity. A modernized beavertail and refined ergonomics preserve the pistol’s traditional silhouette while improving shootability. A 14k gold bead front sight pairs with a rear sight shaped to echo early fixed-sight 1911 profiles, offering modern precision while preserving the pistol’s historically correct silhouette. It’s not a reproduction—it’s a deliberate distillation of what has endured for more than a century, executed to modern Nighthawk standards.

Double Stack Thunder Ranch Combat Special

Built to work, the Double Stack Thunder Ranch Combat Special expands on Clint Smith’s original fighting pistol concept with increased capacity and uncompromising reliability. Available in 4.25” Commander and 5” Government configurations with modern optics capability and finished in smoked nitride for durability and corrosion resistance, it is designed for hard use and real-world demands. Every detail reflects the Thunder Ranch philosophy—simple, durable, and effective—while preserving the character and intent that define the Thunder Ranch name.

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