The NEW Springfield Armory 1911 DS Prodigy Compact

Compact Capacity that can Conceal - NEW Springfield 1911 DS Prodigy Compact

Springfield Armory is bringing the heat and it's not even SHOT Show yet. Today, they have announced their new 1911 DS Prodigy Compact handguns which will bolster their already large family of Prodigy pistols. With 3.5” and 4.25” barrel options, shooters and EDC enthusiasts can toy with multiple options in a more compact configuration.

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The Springfield Armory 1911 DS Prodigy Compact is - unsurprisingly - a more compact iteration of their popular 5” 1911 DS Prodigy (1911 “Double Stack - DS” aka a 2011-style handgun). For people who want the same reliability, but in a smaller form factor for duty or everyday concealability, the new 1911 DS Prodigy Compact might have a home within your arsenal.

• Cartridge: 9mm
• Barrel: 3.5" Forged Stainless Steel, Black DLC, Match Grade, Bull, 1:16
• Slide: Forged Carbon Steel, Black Cerakote®, Optics-Ready
• Frame: Billet 7075-T6 Hardcoat Anodized Aluminum, Black Cerakote®
• Sights: Tritium Front, Black Serrated Rear
• Recoil System: Captured Guide Rod
• Grips: Polymer
• Magazines: (2) 15-Round
• Weight: 25.5 oz
• Length: 7"
• Height: 5.1"

As mentioned earlier, there are 2 barrel length sizes for you to prospectively choose from. The super compact 3.5” barrel, or the medium compact size in the 4.25” offering. Both carry the same MSRP as presented below:

• 1911 DS Prodigy Compact 3.5” AOS 9mm (today’s review) | MSRP $1,549.99
• 1911 DS Prodigy Compact 4.25” AOS 9mm (also available) | MSRP $1,549.99

“The new Prodigy™ Compact from Springfield Armory takes the proven 1911 platform and enhances it with double-stack capacity and a carry-driven feature set. Reconfigured around a 15-round double-stack magazine, the Prodigy’s polymer grip module mounts to its forged lightweight aluminum frame to reduce weight. Optics ready with an ambidextrous safety and picatinny rail, the Prodigy combines the most beloved characteristics of the 1911 with modern capacity for unrivalled performance.”

We will have a full-fledged review on one of the 3.5” Prodigy Compact handguns later today. So, stay tuned! As always, let us know all of your thoughts about Springfield Armory and their 1911 DS Prodigy Compact 9mm pistols in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.