The Tisas 1911 Raider is a full-size 1911-pattern single-action pistol chambered in 9mm with a 5-inch barrel and a Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish. The carbon steel frame incorporates an Ed Brown Bobtail, G10 grips, a Novak-style 3-dot sight set, and an accessory rail. It ships with two 9-round magazines. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Tisas 
• Model: 1911 Raider 
• Caliber: 9mm 
• Action: Semi Auto (SAO) 
• Barrel Length: 5 in 
• Capacity: 9 rd 
• Color/Finish: Flat Dark Earth Cerakote 
   

Detailed Features 

• Carbon steel frame with Ed Brown Bobtail treatment 
• G10 grips 
• Novak-style 3-dot sights 
• Accessory rail on the dust cover 
• Ships with 2 magazines

The Tisas 1911 Raider in FDE gets attention for combining a 9mm 1911 configuration with features like the Ed Brown Bobtail and G10 grips at a price that undercuts many domestic competitors. Owners who appreciate the Bobtail cut note it meaningfully changes how the pistol sits in an IWB holster, though fitting a holster to the non-standard frame takes some research.

The G10 grips receive positive feedback for texture and durability, and the FDE Cerakote finish holds up well in owner reports covering regular carry use. The Novak-style 3-dot sights are considered functional without being impressive, and a fair number of owners plan a sight upgrade as a near-term addition. The accessory rail is a differentiator in the 1911 class and draws interest from owners who mount lights for home defense.

The 1911 Raider occupies a niche for 9mm 1911 fans who want a feature-forward build without spending at the premium tier. Reliability in 9mm is generally reported as good after break-in, though some owners flag the importance of using quality hollow-point ammunition during initial function testing. Trigger feel is described as workable but not match-grade, fitting the budget-premium positioning of the Tisas line.