GP Arms 1911 DS3 Forza 9mm Compact, 3.1 in Ported Barrel, Optics-Ready, 17+1 SAO
The GP Arms LLC 1911 DS3 Forza is a compact, 3.1-inch, single-action-only 9mm built on a double-stack 2011 platform. It combines an optics-ready slide with a ported barrel and matching slide top ports, a Picatinny accessory rail, and a high-capacity 17+1 layout. Marked GP ARMS LLC Dandridge, TN and FORZA on the slide, this model includes an aggressive modular grip with a flared magwell and ships with an MBX 17-round magazine.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are markings from previous handling and use.
What's Included
- GP Arms-branded hard case
- Owner's manual
- Optics-mounting plates
- One 17-round MBX 9mm double-stack magazine with MBX basepad
This compact 3.1-inch DS3 Forza is configured for modern carry and range use with a ported barrel and matching slide top ports to complement its short, double-stack 2011 layout. The slide features forward and rear serrations plus lightening and vent cuts for confident manipulation and reduced reciprocating mass.
The frame includes an undercut trigger guard and a modular, aggressively textured double-stack grip with a flared magwell for fast magazine changes. Controls are set up with a left-side magazine release, a flat-faced lightened trigger, and a skeletonized commander-style hammer. Traditional 1911-style thumb safety and grip safety are present.
Its sighting system pairs a fixed front blade in a dovetail with a rear notch. The slide is optics-ready with a removable top plate, and the dustcover carries a Picatinny accessory rail for lights or other rail-mounted accessories.
Capacity is 17+1 using double-stack 1911-pattern magazines, and this pistol ships with one MBX 17-round magazine with MBX basepad. The matte black slide and overall black finish are contrasted by a gold-colored barrel. The slide is marked FORZA with the GP Arms crest, and the frame is marked GP ARMS LLC Dandridge, TN.