Frequently Asked Questions

A 2011 is a double-stack, high-capacity evolution of the classic 1911 platform. It retains the 1911's legendary trigger system and ergonomics but adds a wider grip frame to accommodate double-stack magazines — typically 18 to 29 rounds in 9mm.

The result is a pistol that combines match-grade trigger performance with significantly increased capacity — making it the platform of choice for competitive shooters, serious enthusiasts, and duty use.

Every LPWS 2011 is built by hand, to order. We do not mass-produce. Each pistol is hand-blended, individually tuned, and inspected before it leaves the shop.

We use premium components throughout — Infinity barrels, Cheely or Miller Precision grips, Red Dirt Blank triggers, Atlas magazines, and DLC or Cerakote finishes — selected for performance, not price point. The result is a custom-grade pistol at a competitive price compared to custom shop alternatives.

Our current lineup includes complete custom 2011 pistol builds (including the IslandBoy series and Variant 7) and the Island Boy Build Kit for builders who want to complete their own build using pre-fitted LPWS components.

• Complete builds — fully assembled, finished, and tested custom 2011 pistols ready for FFL transfer
• Island Boy Kit — 9mm, 5" Government, pre-fitted island barrel and Chiraq slide kit for intermediate builders
• Accessories — LPWS Kill Switch Trigger, Chiraq DS1911/2011 Metal Grip System, and more

Visit our Shop for our full current lineup.

Zero difference in quality or components. We do not compromise on parts or precision based on variant number. The Variant 7 features the same match-grade machining and high-performance components found across our entire lineup — same DNA, same reliability, same Legion Precision standard.

Everything you need for a match-ready build:

• Slide: Your choice of Chiraq, Urban Warfare, or Savant design
• Grip: Choice of Cheely, Miller Precision (Aluminum or Steel), or LPWS Metal Grip
• Barrel: Ported or non-ported Bull Barrel
• Performance parts: Tactical magwell and one (1) 18-round magazine
• Optic ready: Atlas RMR/SRO Optic Plate with mounting hardware
• Finish: Single-color Cerakote (with option for a different color on the grip)
• Storage: Savior Equipment premium pistol soft case

Current complete builds and the Island Boy Kit are offered in 9mm. Additional configurations available include the 4.25-inch Commander and the 4.6-inch Midlength. Contact us for current availability on all configurations.

No. While we ensure the optic is mounted and torqued to spec, a factory zero is not guaranteed. Every shooter's vision and mechanics are different — what looks centered to us may not be for you.

It is the customer's responsibility to confirm and fine-tune their zero before carrying for EDC or entering competition.

We recommend Atlas Premium 2011 magazines. They are purpose-built for the 2011 platform, consistently reliable, and our first choice for both function testing and long-term use.

Complete LPWS builds include one 18-round Atlas magazine. The IslandBoy Variant 11.0 includes one 18-round and one 29-round Atlas magazine.

If you need additional magazines beyond what is listed on a product, contact us directly — we are happy to accommodate.

An island barrel features a unique rib that locks into a matching channel in the slide, creating a tighter, more consistent barrel-to-slide fit than traditional barrel designs. The result is improved accuracy, more consistent lockup, and a distinctive aesthetic that sets island barrel builds apart.

Fitting an island barrel traditionally requires precision lathe work, specialized lug cutters ($150–$400 in tooling alone), hood fitting, and decking — most gunsmiths charge $400–$800+ in labor for this work alone. The LPWS Island Boy Kit solves this by doing the hardest machine work for you.

The kit includes everything you need to complete a 2011 build — minus the trigger and ignition components and grip module (available as separate LPWS add-ons):

The hood length and bottom lugs are already fitted — the heavy machine work is done. What remains is final hand fitment, which is manageable with standard hand tools and the instructions we provide.

Specifically, the cutout for the island rib is undersized and must be lapped to the slide, and the slide is fitted close to the frame for you to finalize. You skip the lathe work entirely and go straight to final fitting.

All porting is done at the barrel — not the slide. Three configurations are available:

General tuning principles for the Extreme 6-port configuration:

• Spring weight — heavier porting typically requires a heavier recoil spring to compensate for gas bleed. Start with standard weight and work up in 2lb increments until the gun cycles cleanly
• Ammunition floor — underpowered or subsonic loads will not generate sufficient pressure to cycle reliably with aggressive porting. Run standard pressure or +P loads during function testing
• Function test protocol — run a minimum of 100 rounds with your chosen spring and load combination before declaring the build finalized. Test for consistent feeding, extraction, and ejection

The kit ships in a raw machined state intentionally — and here's why that's a feature, not a flaw:

• You choose your finish — Cerakote, DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon), PVD, or black oxide. Each has different properties, aesthetics, and price points
• You choose your colors — the Chiraq slide is a canvas. One build goes flat dark earth on OD green, another goes all-black DLC, another goes two-tone with burnt bronze
• Finish after function testing — verify the build runs correctly before spending money on a finish. Fitting and testing first, finishing second is the right order of operations

We accept Credit Cards and Debit Cards via Authorize.net. We do not accept trades as partial payments. All sales are final.

A $50.00 fee will be charged on any returned or bounced checks (local customers only).

• 2011 custom builds: 30% cancellation fee if the customer cancels after placing the order — NO EXCEPTIONS
• Non-2011 items: 20% cancellation fee if cancelled before the listed lead time (effective 3/2/2021)
• Island Boy Kit: 30% cancellation fee if cancelled after placing the order — no exceptions

It depends on the stage of your build. We strive to ensure every customer gets exactly what they want and are willing to work with you on adjustments. However, we keep changes to a minimum once an order is in the system — frequent modifications increase the risk of errors and can delay your build.

If you need a change, contact us immediately at legionprecision@gmail.com and we will do our best to accommodate you.

We are required to collect sales tax for Texas residents only. We are not required to collect sales tax for any other state. If you have questions, please Contact Us.

Please use your billing address as the shipping address — all purchases must ship to the billing address, no exceptions. We will never ship a firearm to a non-FFL holder.

In the Order Notes field at checkout, list the name and contact information of the FFL dealer you want to receive your firearm. We coordinate the professional transfer from there.

Absolutely — contact us directly. If you need additional magazines beyond what is listed on a product, or have a specific custom request for your build, reach out via email at legionprecision@gmail.com. We are happy to accommodate to ensure your kit is mission-ready the moment it arrives.

Build times vary by product:

• Complete custom builds (IslandBoy series): 5–6 months estimated delivery
• Variant 7: 6–12 months official window — we intentionally pad this to account for specialized finishing processes and aim to deliver ahead of schedule
• Island Boy Kit: 60 days from order date to ship
• In-stock accessories: Ships within 5–7 business days

We prefer to under-promise and over-deliver. If your order will be delayed beyond the stated lead time for any reason, we will contact you directly.

The biggest variable is your finish selection. Common finishes like Black DLC move quickly. Specialty coatings such as Rose Gold or CrN (Chromium Nitride) are processed in batches — because these colors are less common, they can extend the lead time significantly.

We coordinate with our coating partners months in advance to keep things moving. For the fastest turnaround, common colors are your best bet.

You will receive shipping confirmation with tracking when your order ships. If your order will be delayed beyond the stated lead time for any reason, we will contact you directly.

You can also log into your account at legion-precisionweaponsystems.com/my-account/ and check the Order Notes on your order for progress updates. For additional status updates, email us at legionprecision@gmail.com — include your order number in the subject line.

We prefer to under-promise and over-deliver. While 6–12 months is our official window, we intentionally pad this lead time to account for specialized coating and finishing processes. We prioritize perfection over speed — but our goal is always to get your build into your hands well ahead of schedule.

Federal law requires all firearms — including serialized frames and complete builds — to be transferred through a licensed Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) dealer. Here is the step-by-step process:

• Identify an FFL dealer near you before placing your order
• Have your FFL dealer email a copy of their current license to legionprecision@gmail.com
• Place your order and include your FFL dealer's name and contact info in the Order Notes
• Once your build is complete, we ship directly to your FFL dealer
• Your FFL dealer contacts you, you visit their location, complete ATF Form 4473, pass a NICS background check, and take possession of your firearm

Yes — purchasing a firearm online is legal under federal law, provided you are a lawful purchaser and the firearm is transferred through a licensed FFL dealer in your state. You never take direct possession from an online retailer. All firearms sold through LPWS are transferred via FFL, in full compliance with federal law.

It is your responsibility to ensure that the firearm you are purchasing is legal in your state, county, and municipality before placing an order.

A straw purchase is when someone buys a firearm on behalf of another person who is either prohibited from purchasing firearms or who wants to avoid the background check process. Straw purchasing is a federal felony under 18 U.S.C. § 922(a)(6).

All orders placed with LPWS must be for the actual purchaser. We reserve the right to cancel any order and report suspicious activity to the appropriate authorities.

Under federal law (18 U.S.C. § 922(g)), you are prohibited from purchasing or possessing firearms if you:

• Have been convicted of a felony
• Are under indictment for a felony
• Are a fugitive from justice
• Are an unlawful user of or addicted to a controlled substance
• Have been adjudicated as mentally defective or committed to a mental institution
• Are an illegal alien
• Have been dishonorably discharged from the military
• Have renounced U.S. citizenship
• Are subject to certain domestic violence restraining orders
• Have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence

By placing an order, you certify that none of the above apply to you.

No refunds are given to buyers who cannot complete the transaction or if the firearm is not transferable. It is the buyer's sole responsibility to ensure they can legally purchase a firearm in their jurisdiction before placing an order.

If there is an issue with the transfer, contact us immediately at legionprecision@gmail.com with your order number.

• All purchases must ship to the billing address — no exceptions
• Firearms ship to your FFL dealer — never to a residential address
• Non-firearm accessories may ship directly to your address where legally permissible
• In-stock items ship within 5–7 business days; custom builds ship per stated lead times
• We do not ship internationally

LPWS does not sell to the following jurisdictions as noted:

• California — no hi-cap mags, no ammunition (LEO exemptions may apply)
• Maryland — LPWS 2011 IS on roster as of 7/28/2024; no hi-cap mags, no ammunition
• Connecticut — no firearms, no hi-cap mags, no ammunition
• Washington DC — no firearms, no hi-cap mags, no ammunition
• New Jersey — no firearms, no hi-cap mags, no ammunition
• New York — no hi-cap mags, no ammunition
• Colorado — no hi-cap mags
• Cook County, Illinois — no hi-cap mags, no ammunition

Yes, but with conditions. Because our firearms are not currently on the California Roster of Certified Handguns, they can generally only be shipped to California for Law Enforcement Officers (LEO) or via specific legal exemptions such as the Single-Action Exemption.

Before ordering, you must confirm with your local FFL that they are willing and able to accept the transfer. Magazines will be blocked or swapped to 10-round capacity to comply with state law.

All standard requirements apply — background check, FFL transfer, and Maryland's waiting period. Hi-capacity magazines and ammunition remain restricted for Maryland buyers. Contact us at legionprecision@gmail.com to confirm current roster status before ordering.

Magazine capacity laws vary significantly by state. As a general guide:

• 11+ round magazines cannot ship to: California, Connecticut, DC, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Washington
• 16+ round magazines cannot ship to the above plus: Colorado, Illinois (Cook County), Vermont
• 18+ round magazines cannot ship to the above plus: Delaware

This list is subject to change as state laws evolve. See our full Terms and Conditions for the complete restrictions table. It is your responsibility to verify local ordinances before ordering.

• Ship the firearm back only after LPWS approves the return via email
• Include your order number in the subject line and describe the issue in the email body
• If the firearm is found to have no issue, return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility
• Complete the FFL transfer before contacting us about warranty issues — warranty claims cannot be processed for firearms that have not been transferred

Non-2011 LPWS products carry a 1-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects from date of purchase for private purchasers.

• Original proof of purchase required
• Prepaid shipping required (where applicable)
• Return Verification Number must be obtained from LPWS Customer Service before returning
• If a return is accepted, a 30% restocking fee applies

Non-LPWS products (guns and accessories from other manufacturers) carry their manufacturer's warranty only — not an LPWS warranty.

• Any customer modifications to the firearm
• Unauthorized third-party repairs or modifications
• Use of hand-loaded, reloaded, re-manufactured, or improper ammunition
• Use of ammunition outside SAAMI specifications
• Damage caused by negligence, improper storage, or failure to follow maintenance guidelines
• Normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage

Firearms: All firearm sales are final once transferred through an FFL dealer. We do not accept returns on firearms after the NICS background check has been completed and the transfer processed.

Accessories and non-firearm items: Returns must be initiated within 30 days of purchase, in original unused condition and original packaging. Contact us at legionprecision@gmail.com to request an RMA number before shipping anything back. Do not ship returns without an RMA.

Custom orders: Non-refundable.

Once a return is verified and approved, please allow 30–180 business days for a replacement to be processed.

• Email legionprecision@gmail.com
• Include your order number in the subject line
• Describe the issue in detail in the body of the email
• Wait for LPWS approval before shipping anything — unauthorized returns will not be processed
• Once approved, you will receive a Return Verification Number or RMA number
• You are responsible for return shipping costs and insurance

Visit our LEO/MIL/First Responder page or email us at legionprecision@gmail.com with your credentials to request your discount pricing before placing an order.

Yes. California LEO may be eligible to purchase LPWS firearms that are not on the California Roster of Certified Handguns under the law enforcement exemption. Before ordering, you must:

• Contact us to verify your eligibility and the specific model you want to purchase
• Confirm that your local FFL dealer is willing and able to accept the transfer
• Provide credentials verifying your active LEO status

Email us at legionprecision@gmail.com before placing your order.

Email us at legionprecision@gmail.com with a photo or scan of your qualifying credential (badge, military ID, department ID, or similar). We will verify and apply your discount before processing your order. Credentials are kept confidential and used for verification purposes only.

An island barrel replaces the standard barrel bushing with a precision-machined rib that fits directly into a matching channel in the slide. This eliminates the bushing variable entirely — the barrel locks up in the same position on every shot with no bushing-to-slide clearance introducing variability.

The result is tighter shot-to-shot consistency and measurably better accuracy at distance. LPWS fits every island barrel to its specific slide in-house before shipping. The barrel and slide are a verified matched pair — rib height, hood fit, and bottom lug clearance all confirmed to LPWS specification.

No. An island barrel must be hand-fitted to its specific slide. The rib-to-slide channel clearance of 0.0001 to 0.0003 inch is tighter than production slide tolerances — no two slides are dimensionally identical even from the same manufacturer. A barrel fitted to one slide will not drop into another slide at those clearances.

This is why the LPWS Island Barrel Build Kit ships as a matched barrel-and-slide pair. The hard fitting work is done before the kit leaves the shop.

Yes. The Chiraq machining service is designed specifically for the Atlas Gun Works Perfect Zero DS1911 slide. The process is straightforward:

• Order the Perfect Zero build kit from Atlas Gun Works
• Send the slide (non-serialized, ships directly) to LPWS
• LPWS machines the Chiraq pattern, adds the Atlas optic cut, applies your selected finish
• LPWS ships the completed slide back to you for assembly

Barrel porting can be added at the same time. The Chiraq + Barrel Porting bundle is $428.00 — the most popular service combination for Perfect Zero builders.

LPWS offers three barrel porting configurations. All porting is machined into the barrel only — not the slide:

Porting service for customer-supplied barrels is available at $299.99. Porting is machined after barrel fitting, so fit tolerances are not affected.

The Islandboy Complete Build Kit is built to order with a current lead time of 60 to 120 days. The kit includes a serialized DS1911 frame, which is legally a firearm under federal law.

The serialized frame must ship to a licensed FFL dealer in your state — it cannot ship directly to you. You complete a Form 4473 and NICS background check at your FFL before taking possession. All other kit components are non-serialized and ship directly.

The Kill Switch F-Series trigger is available in short, medium, and long shoe lengths. The shoe length affects reach to the trigger face — the right choice depends on your hand size and grip style.

• Short shoe — best for smaller hands or shooters who prefer to use the pad of the finger
• Medium shoe — the most popular choice, suits most hand sizes
• Long shoe — best for larger hands or shooters who prefer to use the first joint of the finger

The Kill Switch F-Series is designed for the 2011 and DS1911 platform with a crisp break and short reset. Current pricing is $84.98. Contact LPWS at legionprecision@gmail.com if you need guidance on sizing for your specific grip setup.

On a 2011 pistol, the serialized component is the frame — specifically the metal frame insert inside the polymer grip module. The frame insert bears the serial number and is the legally regulated firearm under federal law.

What this means for your order:

• The serialized frame ships to your licensed FFL dealer — never directly to you
• All other components — slide, barrel, small parts, grip module — are not serialized and ship directly
• You complete ATF Form 4473 and a NICS background check at your FFL to take possession of the frame
• Once transferred, you can complete the build yourself or have a gunsmith finish the assembly

This is a builder kit — not a drop-in assembly. The kit includes LPWS-fitted components (barrel, slide stop, ejector) but the slide-to-frame relationship requires professional gunsmith fitting for your specific frame.

LPWS recommends having all final fitting completed by an experienced 2011 pistolsmith. Contact us at legionprecision@gmail.com if you need a referral to a qualified builder in your area.

LPWS offers three primary finish options depending on the build configuration:

DLC is standard on the Islandboy Variant 11.0 — the hardest and most durable finish available, applied at 1 to 4 microns thickness so it does not affect fit tolerances on precision-fitted components. CrN is available on the Islandboy Commander Variant 11.4. Cerakote is the right choice when color matters more than maximum service life.