The Evolution KC9 pays homage to the Kobra Carry and has become the iconic standard for a high-end custom 1911 with its revolutionary Ed Brown Bobtail stainless steel base and Snakeskin treatment. It retains 100% 1911 controls and handling characteristics and makes use of standard 1911 magazines and standard 1911 grips with the Ed Brown Bobtail cut. It features an external extractor easy-to-change front sight smaller ledge-style rear sight bull barrel and a flat wire recoil spring system. The re-engineered slide has been shortened to 4″ thinned substantially for weight reduction and includes a unique 7-top custom cut with special front and rear serrations. A recessed slide stop completes the package.