Springfield 1911 EMP

The Springfield 1911 EMP (Enhanced Micro Pistol) isn’t your normal compact 1911. Springfield has completely redesigned, and patented, the 1911 EMP with a shorter action and overall smaller dimensions than a standard 1911. The result is a reliable, ergonomic design that’s easy to conceal and a pleasure to shoot.  The 1911 EMP is available in both 9 mm and .40 S&W and your choice of bi-tone stainless and black or just black.

Each EMP 1911 comes in a Springfield polymer hard case with foam packing. It is sturdy enough to fly and travel with. The case contains three nine round (.40 S&W holds eight rounds) 9mm magazines, an owner’s manual, replacement fiber optic inserts and a standard cable lock.

Springfield reduced the traditional 1911 action by 1/8 of an inch and created a smaller grip radius making the EMP easy to control and more dependable in both calibers. The internals are specific for 9mm and .40 S&W ensuring ultimate reliability.

The forged aluminum frame reduces the overall weight to just 27 ounces, making this 1911 EMP ideal for concealed carry. (A Glock 19 weighs 24 ounces for reference). Springfield uses all forged parts which are proven to be stronger and more reliable than MIM (metal injection molding) parts. The stainless-steel slide is topped with orange fiber optic, three-dot tritium sites, and has rear serrations. It also comes with a green replacement fiber optic insert.

Ambidextrous safety controls are easy to manipulate on both sides. The hammer is skeletonized with cocking serrations. The beaver tail grip safety is responsive and light. A checkered mainspring housing gives you better grip and control when firing. The grips are checkered cocobolo wood that dress up the gun nicely.

The trigger has also been skeletonized and has vertical serrations to keep your trigger finger in place when firing. The trigger pull is short and crisp as to be expected with 1911s. Springfield uses a match grade stainless bull barrel that’s fully ramped. Bull barrels help reduce recoil and dissipate heat better. A dual recoil spring also aids in reducing felt recoil. Most 1911s have a traditional single recoil spring.

MSRP on the 9 mm 1911 EMP is $1,104.00, but you can find one on GunsAmerica from your local dealer for less.