{"id":212124,"date":"2025-01-29T07:47:28","date_gmt":"2025-01-29T13:47:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=212124"},"modified":"2026-01-28T09:04:18","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T15:04:18","slug":"eaa-witness2311-match-and-match-x-shot-show-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/eaa-witness2311-match-and-match-x-shot-show-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"EAA Witness2311 Match and Match X &#8212; SHOT Show 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>After combing the new products of SHOT Show 2025, I am excited to share two new handguns from EAA that really caught my attention. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>EAA just released the Witness2311 Match and the Match X, and both are packing some serious value. Let me walk you through what I\u2019ve seen so far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-witness2311-match-heavy-duty-with-premium-features\">Witness2311 Match: Heavy Duty with Premium Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First up, we\u2019ve got the <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/search?keyword=EAA%20Witness2311%20Match\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"eaa-witness2311-match-and-match-x-shot-show-2025\" title=\"EAA Witness2311 Match and Match X -- SHOT Show 2025\">Witness2311 Match<\/a>. This is a steel-frame, double-stack 1911, which provides you with the smooth-operating and low-recoiling experience that this design is known for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Right off the bat, I noticed the solid weight\u2014it feels hefty in your hand, which is great for shooting in a competitive environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4661-1024x700.jpeg\" alt=\"A handgun is staged on a red background. It lays on its side, pointing to the right.\" class=\"wp-image-212143\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The EAA Witness2311 Match features a steel frame, 4.5lb trigger, RMSc Optic cut, and more.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Witness2311 Match has a full Picatinny rail that runs all the way to the end of the dust cover, which allows you to attach lights, lasers, or training devices. The bull barrel lock-up (though not really a true bull barrel) is a standout feature that is designed to increase the accuracy of the system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also appreciated the fact that there&#8217;s no bushing at the end, making it easier to clean and maintain. Plus, it\u2019s optic-ready, which is always a big win for me. You just pop off the two screws, slap on an optic, and you&#8217;re good to go. The optic cut on the slide is RMSc, which is most common to this platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A couple of other features I like are the skeletonized hammer and skeletonized trigger\u2014both look great and help with the overall aesthetic and function of the gun. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another feature that makes this gun competition-ready is the magazine well. When you pick this up, you&#8217;ve already figured out that it\u2019s designed for precision and performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4659-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"A black handgun lays on a red background. It is laying on it's side and pointing to the left. \" class=\"wp-image-212144\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Built to be competition-ready, this EAA Witnesss 2011 is a cost-effective entry into a fantastic platform.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-specifications-and-features\">Specifications and Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Caliber: 9mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two Magazines: 20 and 17 Rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety: Ambidextrous Thumb &amp; Grip <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barrel: 5&#8243; with Bull Barrel Lock Up<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tuned Trigger (Max. 4.5lbs) <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accessory Rail: Full Length<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slide: Rear and Back Serrations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tungsten and black Cerakote\u00ae Finish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forged Steel: Frame, Slide &amp; Barrel <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skeletonized Hammer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optic Ready: RMSc Footprint<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rear Sight: Fully Adjustable Cap Magazine Well<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hard Travel Case<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>MSRP: $989.00<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Learn more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/eaacorp.com\/product\/girsan-witness2311-match\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"eaa-witness2311-match-and-match-x-shot-show-2025\" title=\"EAA Witness2311 Match and Match X -- SHOT Show 2025\">Witness2311 Match here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-match-x-lightweight-and-compensated\">Match X: Lightweight and Compensated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The next version EAA showed me is the Witness2311 Match X, which is essentially a lighter, compensated version of the Match. The main difference here is the aluminum frame, which shaves off quite a bit of weight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This makes it a great option if you\u2019re looking for something that\u2019s a little quicker and easier to handle, especially during long shooting sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4656-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"A handgun lays no a red table and points toward us.\" class=\"wp-image-212147\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The EAA Match X is a completely different firearm than the Match. This one has an aluminum frame and integrated compensator that keep it flat and smooth shooting.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another unique feature of the Match X is the integrated single port comp on the end. If you enjoy reduced muzzle rise and getting those quicker follow-up shots, this little addition will make a noticeable difference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It still shares a lot of the same features as the Witness2311 Match\u2014like the skeletonized parts and optic readiness\u2014but the MatchX gives you a much lighter, flatter shooting option without sacrificing durability or performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-specifications-and-features-0\">Specifications and Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Caliber: 9mm <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two Magazines: 20 and 17 Round Checkmate <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety: Ambidextrous Thumb &amp; Grip <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tuned Trigger: Max. 4.5lbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accessory Rail: Full Length <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slide: Lightening Cuts, Rear and Back Serrations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cerakote\u00ae Finish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tungsten &amp; Black Lightweight Aluminum Frame<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forged Steel Slide &amp; Barrel <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optic Ready<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>RMSc Footprint<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sights: Fully Adjustable rear, Fiber Optic front<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Magazine Well <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hard Travel Case<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full Length Frame Rails<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bull Barrel Lock Up &amp; Integrated Compensator<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>MSRP: $1,069.00<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Learn more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/eaacorp.com\/product\/girsan-witness2311-match-x\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"eaa-witness2311-match-and-match-x-shot-show-2025\" title=\"EAA Witness2311 Match and Match X -- SHOT Show 2025\">Witness2311 Match X here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4657-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"A black handgun lays on its side on a red table. It is pointed to the right.\" class=\"wp-image-212146\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The trigger on both of these EAA handguns feels amazing, a huge improvement over past Witness2311 models.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-experience-at-the-range\">Experience At The Range<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After a quick test run, I can tell the Witness2311 Match has a solid 1911 feel\u2014it\u2019s smooth, with a nice, crisp trigger. The <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/revolver-baldwin-was-holding-could-not-be-fired-without-trigger-pull-says-fbi-report\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"eaa-witness2311-match-and-match-x-shot-show-2025\" title=\"EAA Witness2311 Match and Match X -- SHOT Show 2025\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"2993\">trigger pull<\/a> feels like what you&#8217;d expect from a double-stack 1911\u2014sturdy and responsive, which has been a complaint in the past about the original Witness2311. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever Girsan\/EAA has done to remedy this has worked fantastically. Though, you&#8217;ll notice that the Match X did malfunction at the range, we were told that this was a known issue with that particular gun and it will remain isolated to that one gun, not yours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"EAA Introduces the Witness 2311 Match and Match X -- SHOT Show 2025\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tb4q17knCDc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m really excited to run both of these guns through their paces. I\u2019ve heard good things about the value of these handguns, and these two new offerings are definitely living up to the hype so far. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think about this: The next-best compensated, competition-ready 2011 will cost you almost $4,000 more than you can get the Match X for. If you\u2019re into 1911-style pistols or just looking for something with a little more ergonomics and versatility, these are definitely worth checking out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-watch-for-future-reviews\">Watch for Future Reviews<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I can\u2019t wait to get one of these Witness2311 Match pistols in hand for a full review and really put it to the test. I\u2019ll be running it through different drills, seeing how it holds up over time, and giving you my full thoughts on it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hope you found this quick rundown helpful! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong><em>*** <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"eaa-witness2311-match-and-match-x-shot-show-2025\" title=\"EAA Witness2311 Match and Match X -- SHOT Show 2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buy and Sell on GunsAmerica!<\/a> ***<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Think about this: The next-best compensated, competition-ready 2011 will cost you almost $4,000 more than you can get the Match X for.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":93,"featured_media":212147,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_specdata_upc":"","_specdata_placement":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1211,4234,1],"tags":[132,102,607,4235],"featured":[],"hunt365":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-212124","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-riley-baxter","8":"category-shot-show-2025","9":"category-uncategorized","10":"tag-buzz","11":"tag-feature-articles","12":"tag-news","13":"tag-shot-show-2025"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>EAA Witness2311 Match and Match X<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The Witness2311 Match and Match X handguns from EAA are new! 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