Ed Brown Kobra Carry | .45 ACP | 4.25″ | 7-Round

The Ed Brown Kobra Carry is a compact Commander-pattern 1911 built for reliable function in a smaller, carry-friendly package. It pairs a 4.25-inch stainless barrel and a reduced slide with Ed Brown’s Bobtail frame shaping and the proprietary snakeskin texture for a secure, directional grip. For a slide-mounted red-dot that complements this pistol without exceeding $1,000, consider the Trijicon RMR Type 2 for its rugged footprint and proven performance.

Applications: concealed everyday carry and precision range target shooting.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Ed Brown.
• The model is the Kobra Carry.
• The cartridge is .45 ACP.
• The action is Single-action, semi-automatic (1911 design).
• The barrel measures 4.25 inches and features a recessed crown.
• The frame material is stainless steel.
• The finish is matte stainless steel.
• The slide is described as serrated matte stainless steel.
• The frame uses an Ed Brown Commander Bobtail profile to reduce rearward print.
• The magazine capacity is 7 rounds in a single-stack configuration.
• The overall length is 8 inches.
• The overall height is 5.5 inches.
• The weight with an unloaded magazine inserted is approximately 35 ounces.
• The UPC is 800732700731.

This Kobra Carry balances compact handling with the familiar 1911 controls and a full-steel construction that many shooters prefer for recoil management and longevity. The directional snakeskin treatment on the forestrap and bobtail housing provides a tactile purchase that helps positive control without aggressive checkering. If you want a compact Commander that retains the 1911 ergonomics and Ed Brown-level fit-and-finish, this model is a strong example.

Owners commonly praise the pistol’s fit-and-finish and the distinctive snakeskin texturing for an improved grip feel in a compact 1911 package.

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