NEW Springfield Echelon Comp ...Big difference?

Published on September 24, 2024
Duration: 12:21

This video reviews the new Springfield Echelon Comp model, highlighting its compensated barrel and slide design. It details the unboxing contents, including multiple magazines, backstraps, and optic mounting hardware for various red dot sights. The review emphasizes the Echelon's COG (Central Operating Group) system, allowing for easy grip module swaps, and demonstrates the performance difference with and without the compensator, noting reduced muzzle rise and snappiness.

Quick Summary

The Springfield Echelon Comp features a compensated barrel and slide designed to reduce muzzle rise and snappiness, offering a smoother shooting experience. Its COG system allows easy grip module swaps, and the VIS system enables direct mounting of various optics without adapter plates. The comped model costs about $70 more than the standard version.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Springfield Echelon Comp
  2. 00:47Standard vs. Comp Model Comparison
  3. 01:32Unboxing: What's in the Box
  4. 03:07VIS Optic Mounting System Explained
  5. 03:33COG System & Grip Module Technology
  6. 05:12Range Test: Echelon Comp with Icarus Grip
  7. 06:00Compensator Design and Function
  8. 06:27Performance Test: Standard vs. Comp Slides
  9. 07:11Recoil Difference: Comped vs. Non-Comped
  10. 07:33How Compensators Work: Pros and Cons
  11. 08:49Negatives of Compensators (Gas, Flash)
  12. 10:03Profile Comparison: Holster Compatibility
  13. 10:38Echelon Model Variations and Pricing
  14. 11:40Conclusion: Is the Comp Worth It?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between the Springfield Echelon and the Echelon Comp?

The primary difference is the Echelon Comp features a compensated barrel and slide with a forward-angled slot designed to reduce muzzle rise and snappiness during firing, offering a smoother shooting experience.

How does the COG system benefit Springfield Echelon owners?

The COG (Central Operating Group) system makes the serialized part the operating group, allowing users to easily swap grip modules without needing to fill out additional paperwork, enabling customization.

Does the Springfield Echelon Comp require special holsters?

No, the Springfield Echelon Comp has the same slide and barrel length as the standard Echelon. This means existing holsters designed for the standard Echelon will also fit the compensated version.

What is the price difference between the standard and compensated Springfield Echelon models?

The Springfield Echelon Comp has an MSRP of $749, which is approximately $70 more than the standard Echelon model's MSRP of $679.

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