Girsan's Latest 1911 Evolution: The Influencer X Arrives Through EAA
Posted by Nick Miles on 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.