
Availability: In Stock
The Ed Brown Machined Ambi Carry Safety for 1911 Steel is purpose-built for shooters who carry a 1911 concealed and need a safety that doesn't print or snag. This ambidextrous thumb safety trims the traditional wide lever down to a slim 1/8" profile—the same proven design, just optimized for the carry gun. If you've found standard wide safeties uncomfortable under a shirt or jacket, or you're switching between support-side and appendix carry, this is the solution.
Ed Brown machines this safety from solid steel stock, eliminating the warping and porosity issues that plague investment-cast alternatives. That full-machined approach means tighter tolerances and more consistent function. The design incorporates a special hammer pin (included in the box) that secures the safety without requiring grip modification—a real advantage if you want to keep your favorite grips intact or avoid permanent gunsmithing. Ambidextrous function means left-handers and right-handers operate the safety with equal ease, and it fits all standard 1911-pattern frames.
Installation requires minor gunsmith fitting, and Ed Brown includes complete instructions so your smith knows exactly what they're working with. Available in blued or stainless steel, so you can match your slide and barrel finish. If you've been hunting for an ambi safety that carries low and conceals clean, this is the real-steel alternative to compromise.
| Brand | Ed Brown |
| Firearm Type | 1911 |
| Configuration | Ambidextrous |
| Lever Profile | 1/8" slender |
| Material | Steel (machined) |
| Finish Options | Blued, Stainless |
| What's Included | Safety, special hammer pin, instructions |
Both are machined steel and ambidextrous, but this carry version has the levers trimmed to 1/8" instead of full width. The slender profile is designed specifically to reduce printing and snagging when you're carrying concealed. Choose this if carry comfort and concealability are your priority.
This safety fits all standard 1911-pattern frames and requires only minor gunsmith fitting for safe operation. No permanent grip modification is needed because the included special hammer pin secures the safety in place.
Yes, Ed Brown recommends minor gunsmith fitting for safe operation. Complete instructions are included to guide your gunsmith through the process.
Yes. This is a fully ambidextrous safety, so it operates smoothly for both right-handed and left-handed shooters.

SKU: 167526464 • Weight: 0.05oz





Availability: In Stock
The Ed Brown Machined Ambi Carry Safety for 1911 Steel is purpose-built for shooters who carry a 1911 concealed and need a safety that doesn't print or snag. This ambidextrous thumb safety trims the traditional wide lever down to a slim 1/8" profile—the same proven design, just optimized for the carry gun. If you've found standard wide safeties uncomfortable under a shirt or jacket, or you're switching between support-side and appendix carry, this is the solution.
Ed Brown machines this safety from solid steel stock, eliminating the warping and porosity issues that plague investment-cast alternatives. That full-machined approach means tighter tolerances and more consistent function. The design incorporates a special hammer pin (included in the box) that secures the safety without requiring grip modification—a real advantage if you want to keep your favorite grips intact or avoid permanent gunsmithing. Ambidextrous function means left-handers and right-handers operate the safety with equal ease, and it fits all standard 1911-pattern frames.
Installation requires minor gunsmith fitting, and Ed Brown includes complete instructions so your smith knows exactly what they're working with. Available in blued or stainless steel, so you can match your slide and barrel finish. If you've been hunting for an ambi safety that carries low and conceals clean, this is the real-steel alternative to compromise.
| Brand | Ed Brown |
| Firearm Type | 1911 |
| Configuration | Ambidextrous |
| Lever Profile | 1/8" slender |
| Material | Steel (machined) |
| Finish Options | Blued, Stainless |
| What's Included | Safety, special hammer pin, instructions |
Both are machined steel and ambidextrous, but this carry version has the levers trimmed to 1/8" instead of full width. The slender profile is designed specifically to reduce printing and snagging when you're carrying concealed. Choose this if carry comfort and concealability are your priority.
This safety fits all standard 1911-pattern frames and requires only minor gunsmith fitting for safe operation. No permanent grip modification is needed because the included special hammer pin secures the safety in place.
Yes, Ed Brown recommends minor gunsmith fitting for safe operation. Complete instructions are included to guide your gunsmith through the process.
Yes. This is a fully ambidextrous safety, so it operates smoothly for both right-handed and left-handed shooters.
SKU: 167526464 • Weight: 0.05oz
