The Iver Johnson Noble Eagle EX G2 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP with a 5-inch barrel. It has an 8+1 capacity and is fitted with exotic wood grips. The G2 designation marks this as the second generation of the Noble Eagle EX. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Iver Johnson 
• Model: Noble Eagle EX G2 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 8+1 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
   

Detailed Features 

• Exotic wood grip panels for a distinctive appearance 
• 5-inch barrel in a full-size pistol format 
• 8-round magazine capacity 
• Semi-automatic operation in .45 ACP

Owners of the Noble Eagle EX G2 tend to buy it as much for its appearance as its function. The exotic wood grips are the most-discussed feature, drawing consistent praise for the look and feel they bring to the pistol. Some note variation in grain pattern between individual examples.

Shooting impressions are generally favorable for range use. The .45 ACP chambering in a 5-inch platform is considered manageable, and most owners find accuracy acceptable for target shooting. Trigger quality draws more mixed feedback, with some owners finding it acceptable out of the box while others prefer a trigger job after purchase.

Value relative to competitors is a recurring discussion point. Buyers who prioritize the aesthetic side of a .45 ACP semi-auto tend to see the Noble Eagle EX G2 as a fair buy, while purely function-focused shooters sometimes feel the price premium for the exotic grips is not worth it for a range pistol.