{"id":212399,"date":"2025-01-28T11:51:44","date_gmt":"2025-01-28T17:51:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=212399"},"modified":"2026-01-28T08:52:56","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T14:52:56","slug":"discover-the-oa-defense-2311-pro-elite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/discover-the-oa-defense-2311-pro-elite\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover the OA Defense 2311 Pro Elite &#8212; SHOT Show 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you&#8217;re in the market for a high-performance pistol that combines precision engineering with robust power, the OA Defense 2311 Pro Elite may be the right one. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"The gun laying on a table with a printed table cloth. the gun is facing left.\" class=\"wp-image-212410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 2311 Pro Elite now has an aluminum grip frame.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This full-metal pistol is designed to deliver exceptional reliability and control, making it perfect for both duty use and high-round count range days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It combines 2011 shootability with a <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/search?keyword=SIG%20p320\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"discover-the-oa-defense-2311-pro-elite\" title=\"Discover the OA Defense 2311 Pro Elite -- SHOT Show 2025\">Sig P320<\/a> grip. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/the-new-2311-from-oracle-arms-shot-show-2023\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"discover-the-oa-defense-2311-pro-elite\" title=\"Discover the OA Defense 2311 Pro Elite -- SHOT Show 2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check out their original launch in 2023<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-build-and-design\"><strong>Build and Design<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter 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=\"OA Defense 2311 Pro Elite -- SHOT Show 2025\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GlQzOOHJtSw?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>Crafted from precision CNC-machined 7075 aluminum, the Pro Elite&#8217;s grip module provides an effective grip. The aggressive texturing and interchangeable thumb ledges ensure a rock-solid grip, providing superior ergonomics and handling when split-seconds matter, and even when it&#8217;s cold outside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The sleek, FDE Cerakote-finished receiver is durable and looks great. It&#8217;s also available in black with black. Unlike other 2011&#8217;s, the Pro Elite uses P320 mags. These are affordable and available, and it ships with two Magpul mags.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-2-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Close up view of the grip.\" class=\"wp-image-212405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-2-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-2-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-2-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The aluminum grip on OA&#8217;s 2311 Pro Elite is similar to a P320 with aggressive pyramidal checkering.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-performance-and-features\"><strong>Performance and Features<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chambered in 9x19mm, the OA 2311 Pro Elite features a cut and contoured slide with a V-ported 5-inch barrel. This design significantly reduces felt recoil and muzzle rise, allowing for faster follow-up shots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The enhanced Pro-tuned trigger, with a pull weight of 3.5-4.0 lbs, offers a crisp pull and short reset, refining the shooting experience even further.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-3-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Close up view of the trigger. \" class=\"wp-image-212406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-3-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-3-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-3-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The trigger is crisp and the guard is double undercut on OA&#8217;s 2311 Pro Elite. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-adaptability-and-control\"><strong>Adaptability and Control<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Pro Elite has fully ambidextrous controls. With a dedicated right-side slide stop, ambi safety, and reversible mag release, this pistol ensures that <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/top-handguns-for-left-handed-shooters\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"discover-the-oa-defense-2311-pro-elite\" title=\"Discover the OA Defense 2311 Pro Elite -- SHOT Show 2025\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"2988\">left-handed shooters<\/a> are not left out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the Pro Elite comes with multiple co-witnessing slide plates, making it easy to mount popular <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/accessories\/optics\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"discover-the-oa-defense-2311-pro-elite\" title=\"Discover the OA Defense 2311 Pro Elite -- SHOT Show 2025\">red dot<\/a> optics without sacrificing a rear sight.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-5-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Close up view of the right side rear safety lever.\" class=\"wp-image-212408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-5-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-5-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-5-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-5-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 2311 Pro Elite has fully ambidextrous controls.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-the-oa-defense-2311-pro-elite-better-than-a-2011\">Is the OA Defense 2311 Pro Elite <strong>Better than a 2011?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/oadefense.com\/firearms\/2311-pro-elite\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"discover-the-oa-defense-2311-pro-elite\" title=\"Discover the OA Defense 2311 Pro Elite -- SHOT Show 2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OA Defense&#8217;s 2311 Pro Elite<\/a> blends 2011 superiority with P320 dependability and modern features. Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned shooter or a newcomer to the world of firearms, this pistol offers something for everyone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a testament to OA Defense&#8217;s commitment to quality and innovation. It will start shipping in the Spring of 2025. $3,199 MSRP.<\/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\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-6-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of the mid gun right side.\" class=\"wp-image-212409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-6-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-6-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-6-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-6-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/OA_Defense_2311_Pro_Elite_9mm_SHOT_Show_2025_Levi_Sim-6.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ambi controls include thumb ledges on both sides on OA&#8217;s 2311 Pro Elite. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-specs\">Specs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>CALIBER<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">9x19mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>BARREL LENGTH<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">5\u2033<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>DIMENSIONS<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">8.5\u2033 L | 5.15\u2033 H | 1.78\u2033 W<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>WEIGHT (UNLOADED)<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">33oz<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TRIGGER WEIGHT<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">3.5-4.0lbs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>CAPACITY<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">21+1 Rounds<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>FRAME<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">7075 Aluminum \u2013 Cerakote Elite E-190<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GRIP<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">7075 Aluminum \u2013 Black Cerakote<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>MAGWELL<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">7075 Aluminum \u2013 Black Cerakote<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\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=\"discover-the-oa-defense-2311-pro-elite\" title=\"Discover the OA Defense 2311 Pro Elite -- SHOT Show 2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buy and Sell on GunsAmerica!<\/a> ***<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This full-metal pistol is designed to deliver exceptional reliability and control, making it perfect for both duty use and high-round count range days. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":100,"featured_media":212409,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_specdata_upc":"","_specdata_placement":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1348,4234],"tags":[1830,187,132,617,4263,4262,4235],"featured":[],"hunt365":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-212399","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-levi-sim","8":"category-shot-show-2025","9":"tag-1830","10":"tag-9mm","11":"tag-buzz","12":"tag-industry-news","13":"tag-oa-defense","14":"tag-oracle-arms","15":"tag-shot-show-2025"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.5) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Discover the OA Defense 2311 Pro Elite<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover OA Defense&#039;s 2311 Pro Elite pistol. 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