Rock Island M1911 A2 HC grips
Rock Island M1911 A2 HC grips
The Rock Island Armory M1911 A2 (often labeled M1911-A2 FS HC) is a modern high-capacity evolution of the classic 1911 pistol, manufactured by Armscor in the Philippines under the Rock Island Armory brand
Rooted in John Browning's legendary M1911 (adopted 1911) and updated M1911A1 (1924), the A2 series emerged in the 2010s as Armscor expanded its affordable 1911 lineup to meet demand for double-stack designs
Key milestone: Introduced around 2014–2016, the M1911 A2 FS HC features a wider steel frame for higher magazine capacity (14–17 rounds in .45 ACP, 9mm, or 10mm), full-length dust cover, accessory rail (on Tactical variants), enhanced ergonomics, and reliable Series 70-style internals
Unlike single-stack GI models, the A2 delivers competition-ready features at budget prices — crisp trigger, skeletonized hammer, and precise hand-fitting — while preserving legendary 1911 accuracy and durability
Variants include Tac Ultra, combo models (.22 TCM/9mm), and optics-ready AOS versions, making it popular for self-defense, range use, and practical shooting
Today, the M1911 A2 proves Armscor's mastery of value-driven innovation — turning John Browning's timeless design into a high-capacity, rock-solid performer for modern shooters