Strayer-Voigt, Inc. (SVI), operating under the Infinity Firearms brand, is a premier American manufacturer specializing in custom, high-performance modular 1911-style pistols. Founded in 1994 by Sandy Strayer and Michael Voigt, SVI quickly established itself as an innovator in the competitive shooting world by introducing the double-stack 2011 platform. Every Infinity pistol is made-to-order, tailored to the customer’s exact specifications, and built with uncompromising attention to detail and quality. SVI’s commitment to precision, reliability, and customer-driven design has earned it a reputation among elite shooters and firearms enthusiasts worldwide. The company remains family-owned and continues to push the boundaries of handgun performance through advanced materials, proprietary manufacturing processes, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
SVI is widely regarded as a top-tier, luxury brand in the competitive shooting world, known for uncompromising quality, precision, and exclusivity. Owners and users often describe Infinity pistols as 'race guns' or 'the Ferrari of handguns,' emphasizing their custom nature and high price point. Some perceive the brand as catering primarily to elite shooters and professionals, with a reputation for long wait times due to the bespoke manufacturing process.
Compared to competitors like Staccato (formerly STI International) and Atlas Gunworks, Strayer-Voigt stands out for its fully custom, made-to-order approach and its pioneering role in the development of the 2011 platform. While Staccato focuses on semi-custom and duty-oriented models, and Atlas Gunworks offers high-performance competition pistols, SVI is unique in its complete customization, in-house manufacturing, and attention to detail. SVI’s pistols are often considered the benchmark for quality and innovation in the modular 1911 market, albeit at a higher price point and with longer lead times.
SVI offers a limited warranty on its firearms, covering defects in materials and workmanship for the original owner. The company is known for responsive customer service and a willingness to address customer concerns, though the highly customized nature of their products can sometimes result in longer service times.
Strayer-Voigt is renowned for exceptional build quality, with all major components manufactured in-house to exacting tolerances. Each pistol undergoes rigorous quality control and is assembled by skilled craftsmen, resulting in firearms that are highly reliable, durable, and tailored to the customer’s specifications. The company’s reputation for precision and attention to detail is among the highest in the industry.[3]