Is the Springfield EMP a good gun?
Conclusion. The Springfield EMP in 9mm is a reliable and beautiful 3″ 1911 but may be eclipsed by other CCW options for it’s capacity, weight, and high price. However the weight and caliber make it soft-shooting and fun at the range.
What does EMP stand for 1911?
Enhanced Micro Pistol
Whereas the M1911 uses the . 45 ACP cartridge, the EMP uses smaller 9×19mm Parabellum or . 40 S&W cartridges. It has been reengineered to make it smaller and lighter than its parent firearm, and is marketed as a “short-action 1911”. EMP stands for “Enhanced Micro Pistol”.
How much is a EMP 9mm?
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| PRICE | $1,099.99 |
|---|---|
| Sights | Low Profile Tritium 3-Dot Combat |
| Weight | 27oz |
| Cartridge | 9mm Luger |
| Hand | Right |
Where is the Springfield Armory EMP made?
Springfield Armory, Inc., is an American commercial firearms manufacturer and importer based in Geneseo, Illinois. Founded in 1974 by Bob Reese, the company produces rifles such as the M1A and imports handguns such as the XD series and Hellcat.
What does EMP stand for Springfield Armory?
Nestled between the full size 1911 and the 911, the patented EMP is just right. Reengineered around the 9mm cartridge, the Springfield Armory® Enhanced Micro Pistol (EMP) translates the benefits of the full-size 1911 into a smaller platform perfectly suited for today’s most popular defense caliber.
What does EMP stand for in Springfield Armory?
Armory® Enhanced Micro Pistol
What is an EMP pistol?
The Springfield Armory EMP is a 1911-style pistol built around the 9×19 Parabellum/Luger and . 40 S&W round. Because it’s not a traditional 1911 modified to accommodate a shorter round, this subcompact pistol carries no extra bulk and it features some mechanical departures from a traditional 1911.
Why does everyone hate Springfield Armory?
It all stems from the Gun Dealer Licensing Act in Illinois. As soon as people heard about this “deal,” they accused both Springfield and Rock River Arms, who are associated with the IFMA, of selling out the gun community.
How many rounds does a Springfield EMP 9mm hold?
9 rounds
The grip is appropriately short for a carry pistol (its intended purpose) and the capacity is not so bad, at 9 rounds of 9mm + 1 in the chamber.
Which is better Hellcat or P365?
The Hellcat is 6 inches overall with a 3-inch barrel. The SIG P365 is a little taller at 4.3 inches compared to Hellcat’s 4-inch height. The Hellcat is slightly more efficient when it comes to ammunition capacity. The flush-fit magazine for the Hellcat holds 11 rounds while the SIG P365 flush magazine holds ten rounds.
Is the Springfield 1911 EMP chambered in 9mm?
Enter…the tiny-boi Officer’s sized 1911s with 3″ barrels. Today we’ll go over Springfield Armory’s 1911 EMP (enhanced micro pistol) chambered in 9mm. By the end, you’ll know if this could be for you. But…if you’re triggered by 9mm vs .45 ACP debates…you might want to skip this. Otherwise…let’s get started first with an extra-sassy video review:
Is there a 9mm round in a 1911 magazine?
Recently, Springfield Armory introduced the 9mm EMP, reviewed in these pages. While the 9mm round was easily adapted to 1911s, the magazines always used either a spacer in the rear or a crimped area up front to keep the shorter 9mm round from floating around in standard 1911 magazines.
Can a Springfield 1911 be used in hand?
If you have meaty hands you might want to test it out “in-hand.” You also get an ambidextrous safety. And if you’re a stickler for the ejector and firing pin matching with the slide…it does a great job there too. Slide is well fitted for a factory gun and it should smooth out even more with a bunch of rounds.
Is the Springfield Armory 1911 a bull barrel?
This offering from Springfield Armory does not come cheap and it is apparent that it has not been made cheaply. The weight of the pistol and full grip feel offset by the fact that it is a 9mm 1911. The bull barrel provides a very stable shooting platform that makes it a pleasure to put rounds down range from this pistol.