Springfield Armory’s double-stack 9mm 1911s just got more carriable with the announcement of two DS Prodigy Compact models.
We’ve reviewed Springfield Armory’s standard 1911 DS Prodigy before and walked away impressed. However, while they may have proven great on the range and for home defense, their size kept them from being a good concealed carry option. For those interested in carrying one, Springfield has just announced the 1911 DS Prodigy Compact series.
Compared to the standard models, the 1911 DS Prodigy Compacts feature shorter grips and a reduced magazine capacity of 15 rounds with the two included flush-fit mags. They’re also available with either an officer-sized 3.5-inch barrel or a commander-sized 4.25-inch barrel. Besides their barrel lengths, the two Prodigy Compact models are otherwise the same.
Some other features that set the compact models apart from their full-sized counterparts include their tritium front post night sights, recontoured hammers and beavertails to minimize bulk, and billet machined 7075-T6 aluminum frames to reduce weight. The new frames mean that the 3.5-inch model only weighs 25.5 ounces and the 4.25-inch model weighs just 29 ounces. Most of the DS Prodigy Compacts’ other features are the same as on the standard model, including U-notch rear sights, ambidextrous safeties and optics-ready slides that use AOS (Agency Optic System) plates.
Steve Kramer, Vice President of Marketing for Springfield Armory, said this about the new pistols:
The release of these compact variants of the popular 1911 DS Prodigy offers EDC enthusiasts an exciting new option … Combining double-stack capacity with ease of carry and the excellent shooting characteristics of the proven 1911 pistol, the new Prodigy Compact warrants serious consideration for your self-defense needs.
Both Springfield Armory 1911 DS Prodigy Compact models are available now and they share an MSRP of $1,549.
For more information, visit springfield-armory.com.
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