Ed Brown 18 Special Forces 45 Auto (ACP) 5in Black Pistol – 7+1 Rounds – Built for pure performance and extreme use, Ed Brown ‘s Special Forces pistol has everything you need for serious performance. All the engineering, precision manufacturing, and hand-fitting the Brown family is famous for is included, with the addition of a severe use coating for improved wear resistance and rust protection. The Special Forces pistol has a 5in government model slide with a recessed slide stop and flattened and serrated top, and a single stack government model frame with Ed Brown’s exclusive Chainlink III treatment on forestrap and mainspring housing to provide a secure grip for severe applications. The standard Special Forces configuration has a red fiber optic front sight with a Ledge style, .156 U-notch rear sight. This model has a black Gen4 frame finish with a black slide.
- 5in Government Model Slide, Single Stack Government Model Frame.
- Exclusive Chainlink III Treatment On Forestrap And Mainspring Housing.
- Traditional “Square Cut” Serrations On Rear Of Slide Only.
- Tactical Edge .156 U-notch Rear Sight, Orange HD XR Front Night Sight.
- Includes A Recessed Slide Stop And Flattened And Serrated Top Of Slide
| Action | Pistol |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 7+1 |
| Barrel Length | 5in |
| Finish | Black |
| Grips | Black VZ |
| Sights | Fiber Optic Front/U-Notch Rear |
| Weight | 38oz |
| Cartridge | 45 Auto (ACP) |
| Color | Black |
| Gun Model | SPECIAL FORCES |
| Hand | Right |
| Overall Length | 8.7in |
| State Compliance |
New York Compliant Colorado Compliant Washington Compliant |
| Type | Centerfire |
Frequently Asked Questions – Ed Brown 18 Special Forces 45 Auto (ACP) 5in Black Pistol - 7+1 Rounds
- How fast does this ship?
- Ships in 1‑3 business days to your licensed D.C. FFL dealer after purchase and registration.
- Do I need registration?
- Yes. DC requires firearm registration, including a mandatory 10‑day waiting period after purchase approval from MPD before pickup. Handguns require registration, magazines <=10 rounds.
- Is this legal in D.C.?
- Yes, provided it complies with D.C. law (registered, no assault features, magazine ≤10 rounds).
- Is the Ed Brown 18 Special Forces 45 Auto (ACP) 5in Black Pistol - 7+1 Rounds suitable for me?
- This Ed Brown 18 Special Forces 45 Auto (ACP) 5in Black Pistol - 7+1 Rounds is popular for uses like handguns.
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