Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction, this is the Dan Wesson Valor Commander.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Dan Wesson
Model: Valor Commander
Serial: 1703748
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 4 ¼"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Trijicon Front Post with Fixed Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Black / Tan Synthetic Grips with Aggressive Texturing and Checkered G10 Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Dan Wesson Valor Commander is a premium commander-length 1911 pistol that blends classic fighting-handgun styling with exceptional craftsmanship, precision fitting, and modern defensive performance, making it one of the most highly respected production 1911s ever built by Dan Wesson Firearms. Based on the company’s flagship Valor platform, the Commander variant features a shortened 4.25-inch barrel and slide assembly while retaining the traditional full-size grip frame, creating a balance between concealability and shootability that many enthusiasts consider ideal for defensive carry. Chambered most commonly in .45 ACP and occasionally in 9mm, the Valor Commander was constructed with forged stainless steel frames and slides and carefully hand-fitted internal components, resulting in extremely tight tolerances while maintaining excellent reliability. One of the defining characteristics of the pistol was its use of premium tool-steel internals without MIM parts, combined with a clean “Series 70”-style operating system that omitted firing-pin safety mechanisms in favor of a simpler trigger system and an exceptionally crisp trigger pull. The pistol typically featured high-end components such as Heinie night sights, finely checkered front and back straps, a match-grade barrel and bushing, an undercut trigger guard, a beavertail grip safety, an extended thumb safety, and aggressively textured G10 grips. Many examples were finished in either matte stainless or Dan Wesson’s highly regarded Duty finish, a durable black treatment praised for corrosion resistance and wear protection.
Model: Valor Commander
Serial: 1703748
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 4 ¼"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Trijicon Front Post with Fixed Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Black / Tan Synthetic Grips with Aggressive Texturing and Checkered G10 Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Dan Wesson Valor Commander is a premium commander-length 1911 pistol that blends classic fighting-handgun styling with exceptional craftsmanship, precision fitting, and modern defensive performance, making it one of the most highly respected production 1911s ever built by Dan Wesson Firearms. Based on the company’s flagship Valor platform, the Commander variant features a shortened 4.25-inch barrel and slide assembly while retaining the traditional full-size grip frame, creating a balance between concealability and shootability that many enthusiasts consider ideal for defensive carry. Chambered most commonly in .45 ACP and occasionally in 9mm, the Valor Commander was constructed with forged stainless steel frames and slides and carefully hand-fitted internal components, resulting in extremely tight tolerances while maintaining excellent reliability. One of the defining characteristics of the pistol was its use of premium tool-steel internals without MIM parts, combined with a clean “Series 70”-style operating system that omitted firing-pin safety mechanisms in favor of a simpler trigger system and an exceptionally crisp trigger pull. The pistol typically featured high-end components such as Heinie night sights, finely checkered front and back straps, a match-grade barrel and bushing, an undercut trigger guard, a beavertail grip safety, an extended thumb safety, and aggressively textured G10 grips. Many examples were finished in either matte stainless or Dan Wesson’s highly regarded Duty finish, a durable black treatment praised for corrosion resistance and wear protection.
In practical use, the Valor Commander earned widespread praise for its outstanding accuracy, smooth cycling characteristics, and refined ergonomics, with shooters frequently describing the pistol as possessing near-custom-shop quality straight from the factory. Enthusiasts particularly appreciated the balance achieved by the commander-length slide, which provided quicker handling and easier carry than a full Government model while still retaining the soft recoil impulse and sight radius advantages of a larger 1911 platform. Reviews and owner experiences consistently highlighted the pistol’s smooth hand-fit feel, excellent reliability, and superior machining quality. Many 1911 enthusiasts viewed the Valor Commander as one of the best values in the high-end production 1911 market because it offered premium materials and precision fitting without reaching the extremely high prices of full custom pistols. The commander-sized Valor and related V-Bob variants also became especially popular among concealed-carry users because the slightly shorter slide and optional bobtail grip configurations reduced printing and improved carry comfort. Today, the Dan Wesson Valor Commander is regarded as one of the finest modern commander-length 1911 pistols ever produced, admired for its exceptional fit and finish, premium construction, outstanding shootability, and reputation as a near-semi-custom defensive handgun built with uncompromising attention to detail.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with the factory-labeled Dan Wesson case and all other contents pictured above.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1177526686 |
BidPrice: |
505 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-05-31 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
505 |
