EAA Girsan Witness 2311 CMX XXX 9mm Compact Optics Ready Pistol - 3.4" Bull Barrel, 16+1, Tungsten/Black Manufacturer Part #: 395062 UPC: 741566908378 Model: Witness 2311 CMX XXX Caliber: 9mm Capacity: 16+1 Barrel Length: 3.4" Magazines: 2x 16-Round Check-Mate Magazines Optics Footprint: RMSc Finish: Tungsten Cerakote Frame / Black Slide EAA Girsan Witness 2311 CMX XXX 9mm Compact Double Stack 1911 The EAA Girsan Witness 2311 CMX XXX 9mm takes the double-stack 1911 concept and shrinks it into an impressively compact package without sacrificing the capacity shooters expect from a modern carry pistol. Featuring a 3.4-inch bull barrel, 16+1 capacity, RMSc optics-ready slide, factory-tuned trigger, reduced XXX Series grip module, and two 16-round Check-Mate magazines, the CMX XXX represents one of the most compact members of the Girsan Witness 2311 family. Designed around concealed carry and everyday use, Girsan substantially reduced the dimensions of its existing double-stack grip system. The resulting CMX XXX grip module is approximately 25% smaller, creating a shorter and slimmer grip that fits naturally in the hand while retaining an impressive 16+1 rounds of 9mm capacity. The compact dimensions are complemented by a distinctive two-tone Tungsten Cerakote and black finish, aggressive slide machining, front and rear serrations, lightening cuts, and a shortened grip profile that gives the CMX XXX an unmistakably modern appearance. For shooters searching for a compact double-stack 1911, compact 2011-style pistol, optics-ready carry pistol, or high-capacity compact 9mm, the Girsan Witness 2311 CMX XXX brings together traditional single-action operation and modern concealed-carry features at an attractive price point. Compact XXX Series Grip - 16+1 Capacity The defining feature of the Witness 2311 CMX XXX is its newly developed compact grip system. Girsan reduced the size of the existing Witness 2311 double-stack grip module, magazine and magwell by approximately 25%, creating the company's most compact double-stack 1911 configuration while maintaining a full 16+1 capacity. The grip measures approximately 1.25 inches wide and features aggressive texturing designed to provide a secure interface without requiring the dimensions of a traditional full-size double-stack frame. A low-profile magwell helps maintain the pistol's streamlined profile. The result is a pistol that combines: Compact grip dimensions 16+1 rounds of 9mm Double-stack magazine design Aggressive grip texture Low-profile magwell Reduced overall bulk Carry-oriented proportions 3.4" Bull Barrel At the heart of the CMX XXX is a compact 3.4-inch bull barrel. The bull-barrel configuration complements the pistol's compact slide while providing the robust barrel profile commonly associated with performance-oriented 1911-style pistols. Combined with an overall length of approximately 7 inches, the CMX XXX delivers a highly compact footprint without dropping into a low-capacity configuration. RMSc Optics-Ready Slide The EAA Girsan Witness 2311 CMX XXX is optics ready from the factory with an RMSc-pattern slide cut. The compact optic footprint gives shooters the ability to configure the pistol with a compatible micro red dot while maintaining the streamlined dimensions appropriate for a compact carry pistol. For shooters who prefer traditional sights, the pistol also features a 3-dot sight system. Aggressive Slide Lightening Cuts The CMX XXX isn't simply a shortened Witness 2311. Its black slide receives extensive machining, including top and side lightening cuts designed to reduce slide mass while giving the pistol its aggressive appearance. Front and rear slide serrations provide additional gripping surfaces for slide manipulation, while the cuts flow into the overall profile of the pistol. Combined with the Tungsten Cerakote frame, the black machined slide gives the CMX XXX a distinctive two-tone finish. Factory-Tuned 4.5 lb Trigger The Witness 2311 CMX XXX uses a single-action-only operating system with a factory-tuned trigger rated at a maximum pull weight of approximately 4.5 pounds. This provides the familiar trigger characteristics that make the 1911 platform popular while incorporating them into a much more compact, higher-capacity configuration. Automatic Firing Pin Block Safety One of the most significant changes to the CMX XXX design is its safety system. Rather than utilizing the traditional external 1911 grip safety, Girsan incorporates an internal automatic firing pin block. The pistol retains an ambidextrous manual thumb safety, providing familiar operation for both right- and left-handed shooters. Safety Features Automatic firing pin block Ambidextrous manual safety No traditional grip safety Single-action-only operation Two 16-Round Check-Mate Magazines Included The CMX XXX uses a specially designed compact double-stack magazine developed to work with its shortened grip module. Included with the pistol are two 16-round Check-Mate aluminum magazines, giving the compact Witness 2311 a standard capacity of 16+1 rounds. That combination of reduced grip dimensions and 16-round magazine capacity is one of the features that separates the CMX XXX from conventional compact 1911 pistols. Concealed Carry Focused Witness 2311 At approximately 1.25 pounds with an empty magazine, the CMX XXX is designed specifically around a smaller, lighter Witness 2311 configuration. Its combination of a shortened grip, 3.4-inch barrel, approximately 7-inch overall length and micro-red-dot-compatible slide makes it particularly appealing to shooters looking for a concealable double-stack 1911-style pistol. According to EAA, the CMX XXX is also compatible with most Staccato CS-style holsters, giving owners access to an established category of compact holster designs.* EAA Girsan Witness 2311 CMX XXX Features Compact double-stack 1911-style pistol Chambered in 9mm 16+1 capacity 3.4" bull barrel Approximately 7" overall length Compact XXX Series grip module Grip approximately 25% smaller than previous Witness 2311 double-stack grip Approximately 1.25" grip-module width RMSc optics-ready footprint 3-dot sights Factory-tuned 4.5 lb maximum trigger pull Single-action-only operation Automatic firing pin block Ambidextrous manual safety No traditional grip safety Aggressive grip texturing Low-profile magwell Front and rear slide serrations Top and side slide lightening cuts Tungsten Cerakote frame Contrasting black slide Two-tone finish 2x 16-round Check-Mate aluminum magazines Approximately 1.25 lb with empty magazine Compatible with most Staccato CS-style holsters* Specifications Specification Details Manufacturer EAA / Girsan Model Witness 2311 CMX XXX Manufacturer Part # 395062 UPC 741566908378 Caliber 9mm Action Semi-Automatic Trigger Single Action Only Trigger Pull 4.5 lb Maximum Frame Steel Grip Module Compact XXX Series Grip Width Approx. 1.25" Barrel Length 3.4" Barrel Type Bull Barrel Overall Length Approx. 7" Capacity 16+1 Magazines 2x 16-Round Check-Mate Optics Ready Yes Optic Footprint RMSc Sights 3-Dot Safety Ambidextrous Manual Safety Firing Pin Safety Automatic Firing Pin Block Slide Black with Lightening Cuts Frame Finish Tungsten Cerakote Color Black / Tungsten Weight Approx. 1.25 lb with Empty Magazine Hand Ambidextrous Size Compact Why Buy the Girsan Witness 2311 CMX XXX? The Girsan Witness 2311 CMX XXX is built for shooters who like the trigger and ergonomics of the 1911 platform but want the capacity, optics capability and compact dimensions expected from a modern carry pistol. Rather than simply shortening the barrel of an existing Witness 2311, Girsan developed a substantially smaller grip and magazine system around the CMX XXX. That allows the pistol to retain an impressive 16+1 capacity while reducing the grip module by approximately 25%. Add the 3.4-inch bull barrel, RMSc optic cut, tuned 4.5-pound trigger, automatic firing pin block, ambidextrous safety, aggressive slide cuts and two included Check-Mate magazines, and the CMX XXX becomes a compelling option in the growing compact double-stack 1911 category. Compact Size. Full 16+1 Capacity. The EAA Girsan Witness 2311 CMX XXX 9mm brings the double-stack 1911 platform into a genuinely compact format. With its shortened XXX Series grip, 16-round magazines and optics-ready slide, it offers an intriguing combination of capacity and concealability without abandoning the single-action trigger system that attracts shooters to the 1911 platform. The Tungsten Cerakote frame and aggressively machined black slide finish off a pistol that looks every bit as distinctive as its specifications. Shop the EAA Girsan Witness 2311 CMX XXX 9mm 3.4" Optics Ready Pistol, MPN 395062, UPC 741566908378, for sale at BattleHawk Armory. Staccato and CS are trademarks of Staccato 2011, LLC. EAA Corp. is not affiliated with or endorsed by Staccato 2011, LLC.