Springfield Armory EMP Test Fire

This guide details the field stripping process for the Springfield Armory EMP, a compact 1911-style pistol optimized for 9mm. The video, presented by Dave Anderson, Practical Shooting Editor for American Handgunner, demonstrates disassembly for cleaning and maintenance. Key features like the ILS safety and bushingless barrel are highlighted.

Quick Summary

The Springfield Armory EMP (Enhanced Micro Pistol) is a compact 1911-style firearm optimized for 9mm, designed for concealed carry and personal defense. Key features include tritium night sights, ambidextrous safety, beavertail grip safety, and an Integrated Locking System (ILS) for security. Field stripping is straightforward, involving removal of the slide stop, slide, recoil spring, and barrel after ensuring the firearm is unloaded.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Springfield Armory EMP
  2. 00:32Design and Caliber Optimization
  3. 01:10Key Features and Sights
  4. 01:35Integrated Locking System (ILS)
  5. 01:55Magazines and Capacity
  6. 02:28Disassembly and Maintenance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Springfield Armory EMP designed for?

The Springfield Armory EMP (Enhanced Micro Pistol) is the smallest 1911-style model from Springfield Armory, specifically engineered for concealed carry and personal defense due to its compact size and 9mm chambering.

What are the key features of the Springfield Armory EMP?

The EMP boasts tritium night sights, an ambidextrous thumb safety, a beavertail grip safety, a bushingless barrel, and Springfield's Integrated Locking System (ILS) for added security.

How do you field strip the Springfield Armory EMP?

Field stripping involves ensuring the pistol is unloaded, removing the magazine, disengaging the ILS safety, removing the slide stop, sliding the slide off the frame, removing the recoil spring and guide rod, and finally removing the barrel.

What caliber is the Springfield Armory EMP chambered in?

The Springfield Armory EMP is chambered in 9mm. It was specifically redesigned by Springfield Armory to optimize the 1911 platform for this shorter cartridge, resulting in a more compact grip frame.

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