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Sentinel

Wilson Combat Sentinel 1911

Sentinel 1911: Ultra compact concealment with full size reliability.

Wilson Combat is proud to announce the return of one of its most iconic concealed carry pistols—the Sentinel, the smallest 1911 ever produced by Wilson Combat. Reintroduced to meet popular demand, the Sentinel blends classic 1911 craftsmanship with modern manufacturing precision to deliver a compact pistol designed specifically for deep concealment without compromising shootability or reliability.

Sentinel 1911 Highlights

Originally developed to provide serious defensive capability in the smallest practical 1911 platform, the Sentinel quickly earned a reputation among experienced carriers who wanted true 1911 performance in an ultra-compact form. With its abbreviated slide and shortened grip frame, the pistol was engineered to disappear under light clothing while still offering the accuracy, trigger quality, and confidence expected from a Wilson Combat handgun.

The relaunch of the Sentinel honors that legacy while incorporating refinements made possible through decades of continuous innovation in materials, machining, and gunsmithing. Built with Wilson Combat’s renowned attention to detail, each Sentinel is crafted using premium components and hand-fitted by experienced pistolsmiths to ensure exceptional reliability in a compact defensive firearm.

Despite its small footprint, the Sentinel maintains the hallmark characteristics that define a Wilson Combat 1911—an exceptionally crisp trigger, precise accuracy, and superior reliability. Its ultra-compact dimensions make it ideally suited for discreet concealed carry, while the pistol’s balanced design ensures it remains controllable and comfortable to shoot.

The return of the Sentinel reflects Wilson Combat’s ongoing commitment to building firearms that combine heritage, performance, and purpose-driven design. For those who demand a truly compact 1911 without sacrificing quality or shootability, the Sentinel once again stands as the ultimate concealed carry companion.

With its blend of timeless design and modern refinement, the Wilson Combat Sentinel reclaims its place as one of the finest ultra-compact defensive pistols ever produced.

Sentinel

Sentinel 1911: Ultra compact concealment with full size reliability.

  • Available calibers: 9mm
  • Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price: $4,085.00 *
  • Magazine capacity: 8 rounds
  • Barrel length: 3.6"
  • Overall length: 7.2"
  • Sight radius: 5.3"
  • Height: 4.8"
  • Width: 1.3"
  • Weight empty: 35.6 oz
  • Weight loaded: 39.2 oz
  • Accuracy guarantee: 1.5" at 25 yards
  • Base SKU: SEN-SE-9

* Pricing may vary by dealer. Weights shown are close approximations. Due to slight variations in all parts and/or deviations in custom options, we cannot guarantee the weight to be 100% accurate for any firearm.

Sentinel XL

A longer-slide Sentinel configuration with a lightweight aluminum frame.

  • Available calibers: 9mm, .38 Super
  • Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price: $4,535.00 *
  • Magazine capacity: 8 rounds (9mm)
  • Barrel length: 4"
  • Overall length: 7.6"
  • Sight radius: 5.6"
  • Height: 4.8"
  • Width: 1.3"
  • Weight empty: 27.6 oz
  • Weight loaded: 31.8 oz
  • Accuracy guarantee: 1.5" at 25 yards
  • Base SKUs: SENXL-SEN-9, SENXL-SEN-38

* Pricing may vary by dealer. Weights shown are close approximations. Due to slight variations in all parts and/or deviations in custom options, we cannot guarantee the weight to be 100% accurate for any firearm.