EAA Unleashes Girsan Witness2311 Brat Pistol
Last updated: May 25, 2026 · Originally published: November 4, 2024
Quick Answer
The EAA Girsan Witness2311 is an affordable double-stack 1911 (a 2011) that undercuts premium models on price. It uses a polymer frame — keeping weight down to about 25.6 ounces — with an RMSc-cut optic-ready slide, accessory rail, beveled magwell, fiber-optic front sight and ambidextrous safety. It comes in 9mm (17 rounds), 10mm (15) and .45 ACP (11), in 4.25-, 5- and 6-inch barrels.
EAA Girsan Witness2311: quick facts
What is the Girsan Witness2311?
A budget-priced double-stack 1911/2011-style pistol from EAA, built on a polymer frame with an optics-ready slide and accessory rail.
What calibers and capacities does it come in?
9mm (17+1), 10mm (15+1) and .45 ACP (11+1), in 4.25-, 5- or 6-inch barrels.
How much does the Witness2311 weigh?
About 25.6 ounces unloaded — light for a 1911-style gun, thanks to the polymer frame.
Is the Witness2311 optics-ready?
Yes — the slide is cut for the RMS/RMSc footprint, and it ships with a fiber-optic front and adjustable rear sight.
EAA challenges you to take this li’l brat to the range for a thorough spanking …
EAA has done it again! They’re shaking up the concealed-carry market with an all-new, small frame, double-stack 1911 as part of their Witness2311 Series: the Girsan Witness2311 Brat. With its capacity, quality, and features, the next generation 2311 handguns from EAA are sure to be a thorn on the side of their competitors due to their excellent manufacturing quality, low pricing, and consistent availability.
The Girsan Witness2311 Brat is a compact, double-stack 1911 with a 3.4″ barrel, designed with concealed carry in mind. The Brat comes with an 11-round magazine in .45 ACP or a 17-round magazine in 9mm, delivering excellent defensive firepower.
Standard features include Novak-style 3-dot sights, an extended beavertail grip safety, ambidextrous thumb safety, skeletonized hammer, removable magazine well, accessory rail, hard travel case, and, of course, excellent accuracy. At an MSRP of only $679, the all-new Witness2311 Brat from EAA delivers on their “Why Pay More” campaign with real savings.
Accuracy, reliability, and consistent availability from EAA have the industry buzzing. The days of paying thousands of dollars and waiting months for a high-quality double-stack 1911 are over. They’re available now, so contact your dealer or check EAACorp.com.
And now, your moment of Zen!
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