Rock Island 1911 Pro Match Ultra HC5 9mm

Rock Island Pro Match Ultra HC5 9mm The Rock Island Armory (RIA) Pro Match Ultra HC 9mm is a target-grade, double-stack 1911 pistol built for competition. Its "HC" designation stands for high-capacity, with a standard magazine carrying 17 rounds. The firearm is constructed from all-steel, giving it a heavy feel that helps manage recoil. Specifications Caliber: 9mm Luger Capacity: 17+1 rounds Barrel Length: 5 inches Overall Length: 8.75 inches Weight: Approximately 3 pounds (48 ounces), unloaded Action: Single Action Only (SAO) Sights: Adjustable LPA rear sight and high-visibility fiber optic front sight Finish: Black Parkerized Grips: Black G10 Safety: Ambidextrous thumb safety and beavertail grip safety Trigger: Skeletonized trigger with an adjustable overtravel stop and a 4–6 pound pull Hammer: Skeletonized Other features: Full-length Picatinny tactical rail and wide-angle front and rear slide grooves Key features for competition Match-grade build: The Pro Match Ultra HC is designed and built by master gunsmiths in the Rock Island Armory Medallion shop to be competition-ready out of the box. A match-grade barrel distinguishes it from the standard TAC Ultra models. High capacity: The double-stack magazine holds 17 rounds, giving shooters more time on the course of fire between reloads. An oversized magazine well helps with fast reloads. Target sights: The combination of an adjustable LPA rear sight and a fiber optic front sight allows for precise zeroing and quick sight acquisition. Crisp trigger: The skeletonized trigger has an adjustable overtravel stop and a clean break, with a factory pull weight of 4–6 pounds. This is ideal for competition shooting. Heavy frame: The all-steel frame soaks up recoil, making the pistol very pleasant and flat-shooting, especially with the 9mm round. This aids in fast, accurate follow-up shots. What to consider before buying Weight and grip size: Its full-steel construction and double-stack grip make this a heavy and substantial pistol. Some shooters with smaller hands may find the grip to be too large. It is not recommended for concealed carry due to its weight. Finding spare magazines: Some users have noted that finding spare high-capacity magazines for this model can be challenging, though some online retailers carry them. Break-in period and quality control: While many owners report great reliability, some have mentioned minor issues with parts needing adjustment during the break-in period or that the pistol arrives coated in excess oil. These are often considered easy fixes. Competition vs. budget: It is not a premium, boutique 2011 pistol, but it offers a tremendous value for its price point and performance. Some users choose to send the pistol to a gunsmith like Hayes Custom Guns for further upgrades.