Making a Custom 1911

In this video, you’ll see the entire process from start to finish of what it takes to build heirloom‑quality 1911s at Nighthawk Custom. From the moment raw steel arrives in the shop to the final test fire on the range, every step is carried out with a level of craftsmanship that has become the hallmark of our brand.

We take you behind the scenes to show how each part is individually fit by a single gunsmith. You’ll watch frames and slides being hand‑fit until they glide together with a perfect, glass‑smooth feel. You’ll see the meticulous shaping, filing, stoning, and tuning that go into building a pistol that will last for generations. From machining and hand‑polishing to checkering, finishing, and the final assembly, nothing is rushed and nothing is overlooked.

This is more than a production line—it’s a workshop of master craftsmen preserving the art of the 1911. By the end of the video, you’ll understand why the phrase “One Gun, One Gunsmith” isn’t a slogan for us; it’s the foundation of every pistol we build.