Hellcat Pro OSP with manual safety.

Published on May 8, 2023
Duration: 11:03

This review focuses on the Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro with a manual safety, highlighting it as the primary difference from the original model. The presenter, who has owned the original Hellcat Pro since its release, discusses the tactile nature of the new safety and its ease of use during shooting. He also shares personal reasons for not typically carrying firearms with manual safeties, emphasizing the need for subconscious disengagement under pressure. The review touches on the Hellcat Pro's reliability, enjoyable shooting characteristics, and compares its grip ergonomics to other popular compact firearms.

Quick Summary

The Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro with a manual safety features a tactile safety lever similar to the Hellcat micro. While reliable and enjoyable to shoot, the reviewer notes its square grip ergonomics are less comfortable than rounded alternatives like the SIG P365 XMacro or Glock 19. Personal carry preference for manual safeties depends on sufficient subconscious training for disengagement under pressure.

Chapters

  1. 01:12Introduction: Hellcat Pro Manual Safety
  2. 01:50Likes and Dislikes of Hellcat Pro
  3. 03:00Key Difference: The Manual Safety
  4. 03:37Why No Manual Safety Carry?
  5. 04:45External Safety on Hellcat Pro
  6. 05:26Hellcat Pro Reliability
  7. 06:51Hellcat Pro vs. Micro Hellcat
  8. 08:55Shooting Drills & Performance
  9. 09:20Grip Ergonomics Downside
  10. 10:34Conclusion: Manual Safety Worth It?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between the Springfield Hellcat Pro and the new manual safety version?

The primary difference is the addition of a manual safety lever on the new Hellcat Pro model. This safety is described as tactile and easy to operate, mirroring the design found on the smaller Hellcat micro.

What are the presenter's concerns about carrying a firearm with a manual safety?

The presenter expresses concern that in a high-stress situation, he might not subconsciously disengage the manual safety during a draw. This is why he hasn't trained extensively with manual safeties for concealed carry.

How reliable is the Springfield Hellcat Pro based on the reviewer's experience?

The reviewer has put approximately 2,000 rounds through his original Hellcat Pro without experiencing any malfunctions, indicating a high level of reliability for the platform.

How does the grip ergonomics of the Hellcat Pro compare to other compact pistols?

While the grip texture is good, the reviewer finds the Hellcat Pro's grip to have a more square profiling, making it less comfortable than the rounded grips of pistols like the SIG Sauer P365 XMacro or Glock 19.

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