Cabot Guns is a US manufacturer of high-end pistols, known for its dedication to engineering excellence and the use of unusual materials. Founded in Pennsylvania, the company specialises in the production of semi-automatic pistols based on the 1911 platform, reinterpreted with the highest quality materials and aerospace technology.
Today, Cabot Guns announced to the world the unveiling of the Apocalypse MAX, a 1911-style double-stack pistol with single-action trigger and stainless Damascus steel slide that represents an evolution of the Apocalypse introduced in 2021 to great success and immediately dubbed "The Rolls Royce of 1911 pistols". It is a pistol in which top-level craftsmanship and space-age technology coexist to create something unique.
Made in Cabot, Pennsylvania, this pistol features a stunning forged stainless Damascus steel slide with a proprietary etching process to create a one-of-a-kind pattern. Coated in a durable black Diamond Like Carbon (DLC) finish, the dark lows of the Damascus alternate with the polished stainless steel highs, delivering a stunning visual contrast. The slide has a large lightening cut on the top and front cocking serrations too.
Built on Cabot's first 5-inch double-stack platform with a full-length rail frame, the Apocalypse MAX offers the ultimate balance in this format, shifting the centre of gravity forward, thereby reducing muzzle flip and providing a refined and comfortable shooting experience. The meticulously sculpted 416 stainless steel grip and frame, all proudly made in the USA, provide flawless balance and a commanding presence.
Main features of the Cabot Apocalypse MAX
- Damascus steel slide: each slide is unique and features a weave between DLC-coated dark lows and polished stainless steel highs. In addition to the extraordinary aesthetic effect, the meticulous workmanship guarantees maximum reliability.
- Customisable barrel options: the user can choose between a barrel with a standard flush cut, a crowned barrel or a hand-fitted threaded barrel. Barrels are available in black polished DLC, natural stainless steel or gold titanium nitride finishes.
- Caliber and capacity: 9x19mm double-stack flush-fit magazine with a capacity of 17+1 rounds,“2011” compatible magazines and 20+1 with extended magazines.
- Optics-ready design: the Apocalypse MAX comes with a Tactical Ledge rear sight and a front sight with fiber optic insert, and has an optional red dot mount compatible with Trijicon RMR footprint (RMR, SRO, RCR, RMR HD). The gun can be ordered with factory-installed and boresighted SRO or RMR HD.
- Ergonomics and functionality: the grip module is beveled to ensure quick magazine changes. However, an optional extended aluminum magwell is available to make the operation even faster.
- Pricing and availability: the price of Apocalypse Max starts at $9,495 (just over 8,000 euro at today's exchange rate) with production limited to 100 guns in 2026, with deliveries starting in the first quarter of the new year.
"This is more than a firearm—it’s a statement of the state of American craftsmanship,” said Rob Bianchin, Founder & CEO of Cabot Guns. “The Apocalypse MAX embodies our commitment to pushing the boundaries of what a 1911 can be, delivering a pistol that’s as unique as its owner.”
