Staccato (formerly STI International) was founded in 1994 in Georgetown, Texas. The company builds high-performance 2011-platform pistols that combine 1911 ergonomics with modern double-stack magazine capacity. Staccato pistols are used by numerous federal law enforcement agencies, military special operations units, and competitive shooters worldwide.
Looking for a Staccato handgun you can legally buy in California? CaliRoster tracks every Staccato model currently approved on the California Department of Justice (DOJ) Certified Handguns Roster. There are currently 4 Staccato models approved for retail sale through licensed California FFL dealers.
Staccato offers 1 caliber on the California roster, with 9mm being the most common (4 models). MSRP is $2,599.
Yes — any Staccato model listed above with "On Roster" status can be purchased new from a licensed California FFL dealer. You'll need a valid Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC), must pass a background check, and complete the mandatory 10-day waiting period. All California handgun purchases must go through a licensed dealer, even private party transfers.
Models marked "Expiring" are still available but may be removed from the roster soon. Models marked "Removed" can no longer be purchased new at retail, but may be available through private party transfers (PPT), law enforcement exemptions, or intrafamilial transfers.