The EAA Girsan MC1911S XLV is loaded with features normally found on much higher-priced 1911 pistols. It has an enlarged, extended slide release, ambidextrous extended thumb-safety, extended beavertail, memory bump grip safety, serrated combat-style skeletonized hammer and includes checkering on both the mainspring housing as well as the front strap of the grip. The trigger guard is generously flared on both sides for ease of trigger reach for both left- and right-handed shooters while maintaining a high grip.