The Staccato XC chambered in 9mm is a high quality, hammer fired, optic ready, 2011 pistol designed for competition, duty, and defensive carry. This hand crafted single action firearm was designed for serious use under demanding conditions for professionals and those who demand the very best for personal protection. The 5 inch compensated Bull Barrel uses Staccato’s FlaTec™, integrated compensated barrel and front sight with a DLC coated black slide and deep front and rear serrations. The XC features the Dawson Universal Optic system for co-witness compatibility with the best, most popular pistol red dots on the market. This Staccato (formerly STI) pistol is equipped with a durable, bright, fiber optic front sight and a tactical rack, black serrated rear. The billet steel framed Staccato XC matches a Tactical Advantage Magwell using high capacity double stack magazines to an exquisite 2.5 lb 1911 style trigger, grip and thumb safety to deliver what they call “the worlds best shooting carry gun”.