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Cardinal
Pistols
Two variations. One standard. Built one at a time in Mooresville, North Carolina.
Cardinal Arms
The G2
Pistol
“The standard that every other 2011 gets measured against.”
The Cardinal Arms G2 is built on the proven 2011 platform — a double-stack, single-action semi-automatic purpose-engineered for those who demand more from every round. 4140 chromoly steel frame and slide, hand-fitted by a gunsmith who won’t accept second place.
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G2 Pistol
Specifications
G2 Full Specs
Dimensions & Weight
Ballistics
Construction
Key Features
Hand-Fitted Frame & Slide
Every G2 frame and slide is individually matched and fitted by hand. No two guns are the same — every unit is tuned to the thousandth of an inch before it leaves our shop.
4140 Chromoly Steel Throughout
We don’t cut corners on material. 4140 chromoly steel is selected for its hardness profile, durability under sustained fire, and the way it machines — clean and consistent.
Custom Flat-Face Trigger
A flat-face trigger with precisely set pull weight gives you a consistent break shot after shot. Set from the shop, then verified by hand before shipping.
Match-Grade Barrel
Stainless match-grade barrel fitted to the slide — not dropped in. The lockup is tight enough that accuracy is a given, not a variable.
2011 Platform Capacity
Double-stack 1911 / 2011-style architecture gives you the capacity of a full-size pistol with the handling characteristics of a finely tuned single-stack. 20+ in 9mm.
Warranty
All firearms manufactured by Cardinal are covered by a one-year warranty. Should any issues arise, Cardinal Arms will cover two-day shipping to and from the shop. This warranty excludes damage from improper ammunition.
After the first year, the pistol is covered under a Limited Lifetime Warranty. This covers any and all manufacturer defects and premature wear.
Cardinal Arms
The G2
Ported
“Same standard. Less muzzle climb. More control on every follow-up.”
The G2 Ported takes everything that defines the standard G2 and adds a ported and compensated barrel system engineered to redirect propellant gases upward — reducing muzzle flip and getting you back on target faster. Same handfit precision. Elevated capability.
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G2 Ported
Specifications
G2 Ported Full Specs
Dimensions & Weight
Ballistics
Construction
Key Features
V-Ported Barrel
V-port venting redirects propellant gases upward at the moment of firing, counteracting muzzle rise before it happens. Faster follow-up shots without sacrificing control.
9mm Capacity Advantage
20+ rounds of 9mm in a platform tuned for competition and duty. The double-stack 2011 frame puts maximum capacity in a form factor built for extended use.
Same G2 Handfit Standard
Every G2 Ported ships with the same slide-to-frame hand fitting that defines the standard G2. The ported system adds capability — it doesn’t compromise the build standard.
Competition & Duty Ready
Designed for high-round-count competition environments. Fiber optic or night sight options, G10 grip panels, and a trigger set at the factory and verified by hand.
Warranty
All firearms manufactured by Cardinal are covered by a one-year warranty. Should any issues arise, Cardinal Arms will cover two-day shipping to and from the shop. This warranty excludes damage from improper ammunition.
After the first year, the pistol is covered under a Limited Lifetime Warranty. This covers any and all manufacturer defects and premature wear.
Cardinal Arms
G2 Pistol
9mm. The standard. Built for those who want the definitive 1911DS / 2011 style experience without compromise.
- Caliber: 9mm
- Capacity: 20+
- Standard barrel
- 44 Oz
- Classic 2011 style platform
Cardinal Arms
G2 Ported
9mm. Ported and compensated. Built for competition shooters who need to be back on target before the brass hits the ground.
- Caliber: 9mm
- Capacity: 20+
- V-ported barrel
- Reduced muzzle flip under fire
- Competition or duty
Authorized Dealers
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Purchase Through Authorized Dealers
Cardinal Arms pistols are sold exclusively through our network of authorized dealers. Each dealer is vetted to ensure you receive the full Cardinal Arms experience — from purchase through service.
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