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The Cardinal G2 Island Barrel Is the Fanciest Cut on a Double-Stack 1911 Right Now

The Cardinal G2 Island Barrel Is the Fanciest Cut on a Double-Stack 1911 Right Now

Posted by Blackstone Shooting Sports on Sep 21st 2026

Cardinal Arms already turned heads with the G2 — now they've added a barrel treatment that's turning even more. The Cardinal G2 island barrel is the top-shelf option on their 2011 lineup, and it's worth understanding what you're actually paying for before you drop the extra cash. What "Island Barrel" Actually Means If you've scrolled past photos of the G2 island barrel and wondered what ma

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