Strayer Voigt Inc
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Strayer-Voigt, Inc. (also known as SVI) is a manufacturer of M1911-styled modular pistols (so-called because the lower grip and trigger guard, which is made of a fiber reinforced plastic, is a separate component from the metal upper portion of the frame that is comprised of the dust cover and frame rails) based on a shared patent with STI International Inc. They are the most famous for their Hybrid series of pistols. SVI markets its products under the brand name Infinity Firearms (Sometimes unofficially known by the combined name of Strayer-Voigt Infinity among some enthusiasts, a play on the SVI acronym).
[edit] History
Strayer-Voigt, Inc. was started in June 1994 when Sandy Strayer left STI to form his own company. Sandy Strayer joined forces with Michael Voigt, a well regarded gunsmith and professional shooter, to manufacture and market their own line of modular frame 1911s. Michael Voigt left Strayer-Voigt, Inc. around 2000 and, ironically, is now sponsored by STI International, Inc., a competitor of Strayer-Voigt, Inc.
[edit] The new age of 1911's
The new frame is a shared patent design between Infinity and STI, Inc. The new style frame offers a modular design for 1911 lovers around the United States who need a great competition pistol. SVI Infinity pistols currently rank among the most popular - and most expensive - competition 1911 pistols made. Unlike STI, which shares SVI's patent for the modular pistol frame, SVI refuses to sell bare frames to consumers, instead preferring to build complete pistols on a custom-ordered basis. Complete SVI handguns can easily run into the $3000+ range, depending on options. They are produced in a variety of calibers, including .38 Super, 9mmx23, .40S&W, and .45ACP. SVI Infinity pistols make exclusive use of Schuemann AET pistol barrels, which make use of a variety of proprietary technology to make what is touted as the most accurate pistol barrel available. SVI claims their pistols are accurate to 1.25" groups at fifty yards, which is remarkable accuracy for a 5" pistol.
