[SHOT 2026] Jacob Grey Hex Pro Pistol and Recoil Reaper 1911 Buffer
The two newest products from Jacob Grey Firearms, seen at SHOT Show 2026, were the Hex Pro 9mm pistol and the Recoil Reaper hydraulic drop-in buffer for 1911-pattern pistols. The Hex Pro pistol features Armored Billet CNC-machined and DLC-coated internal and external components, including the ambidextrous safety, ejector, disconnector, magazine release, grip screws, hammer, and sear. The patented Recoil Reaper buffer is designed in collaboration with Kyntech and is compatible with double-stack or single-stack Commander-length 1911s.
Jacob Grey Hex Pro Pistol
Features:
- Chunk Ported Slide & Barrel. Purpose-driven porting reduces muzzle rise and keeps the pistol tracking flat for faster, more controlled follow-up shots.
- Armored Billet Ambi Safety. CNC-machined from billet steel, the ambidextrous safety delivers positive engagement, durability, and confidence under hard use.
- Hexagonal Grip Pattern. The hex grip texture balances traction and comfort, providing secure control without abrasive hotspots.
- Stainless Steel Barrel. Precision-machined for accuracy and longevity, the stainless barrel delivers consistent performance shot after shot.
Specs:
- CALIBER: 9x19mm / 9mm Parabellum
- BARREL: Stainless Steel 1:10 Twist - PVD Coated Carbon Grey
- FRAME: Billet 4140 pre-hardened Steel — precision-ground, fully CNC-machined
- FRAME FINISH: DLC Coated for superior strength and lubricity
- GRIP: 7075 Aircraft Grade Aluminum with Mil-Spec Hard Coat Anodize
- TRIGGER: Fully CNC Machine One Piece 2.5 - 3.0 LB CRT™ with over-travel adjustment screw
- WEIGHT: 36.5 ounces - unloaded / no magazine
- RECOIL SYSTEM: 9 lb Recoil Spring over DLC tool-less guiderod
- MAGAZINE: 2 each 17 Round Steel Double Stack 1911 Magazines
Features:
- Billet Precision. Machined from high quality stainless steel for consistent, repeatable performance.
- Hydraulic Control. Fluid-damped system absorbs rearward shock and stabilizes slide return without changing cycle timing.
- Built to Last. Sealed O-rings, serviceable body, and x for long-term reliability.
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With the profusion of these $5000 (and up) 2011 pistols I wonder just who's buying them in the quantities for all these companies to be making them.