At the NRA Annual Meeting 2026 in Houston, EAA introduced two notable additions to the Girsan Witness2311 family of double-stack 9mm pistols, blending classic 1911 design with modern features and affordability.
Witness2311 SC9 XXX
EAA is building on the success of the Witness2311 line with a version of the handgun that is perfect for concealed carry. The SC9 XXX serves as the base model of this new compact version of the 2311.
The Witness2311 SC9 XXX is a compact handgun designed for concealed carry. (All photos: Don Summers/Guns.com)
It features a 16+1 capacity, textured grips, ambidextrous thumb safety, and an accessory rail for lights or lasers.
Manufactured by Girsan, this new line features a 16-round flush-fit capacity, textured grips, ambidextrous thumb safety, and an accessory rail for lights or lasers. It features a crisp single-action trigger with a short reset, all priced just over $599.
Witness2311 CMX XXX
The CMX XXX model elevates the platform with a dual-tone Cerakote finish, an RMSc optic cut for red-dot sights, and lightening cuts to reduce weight. It maintains the 16-round capacity and ambidextrous safety but removes the grip safety for streamlined handling.
The CMX XXX sports a two-tone Cerakote finish, an RMSc optic cut for red dot sights, and lightening cuts to reduce weight.
There's no grip safety on the CMX XXX, although it still has the ambi safety levers.
Priced under $1,000, it delivers a lightweight, feature-rich option with a clean, short-reset trigger.
EAA’s 2026 lineup offers shooters affordable, reliable 2311 pistols that combine traditional styling with modern upgrades, catering to those seeking performance and value in a compact 9mm package.
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