Springfield Armory SA-35 Pistol: Return of the Browning Hi-Power

Published on October 25, 2021
Duration: 5:54

The Springfield Armory SA-35 revives the iconic Browning Hi-Power with modern enhancements. Key improvements include a removed magazine disconnect for a crisp 3.5lb trigger, a redesigned manual safety, and a 'no-bite' hammer. It boasts forged frame and slide construction, a white dot front sight, and a serrated U-notch rear sight. Reliability was confirmed over 600 rounds with various loads, and accuracy averaged 2-inch groups at 25 yards.

Quick Summary

The Springfield Armory SA-35 revives the Browning Hi-Power with key upgrades: a removed magazine disconnect for a crisp ~3.5lb trigger, improved manual safety, and a 'no-bite' hammer. It features forged steel construction and demonstrated high reliability over 600 rounds with 2-inch accuracy at 25 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Springfield SA-35
  2. 00:56Trigger & Mechanical Improvements
  3. 01:31Controls & Ergonomics
  4. 02:14Sights & Hammer Design
  5. 03:08Grips & Magazines
  6. 04:02Reliability & Accuracy Testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key improvements in the Springfield Armory SA-35 compared to the original Browning Hi-Power?

The SA-35 features a removed magazine disconnect for a better trigger pull, a redesigned manual safety for positive engagement, and a 'no-bite' hammer design. It also uses forged frame and slide construction, avoiding MIM parts.

How reliable and accurate is the Springfield Armory SA-35?

During testing, the SA-35 proved highly reliable over 600 rounds with various 9mm loads, including +P. Accuracy was consistent, with 5-round groups averaging around 2 inches at 25 yards.

What are the specifications for the Springfield Armory SA-35?

The SA-35 is a 9mm semi-automatic pistol with a 15+1 round capacity, a 4.625-inch barrel, and an overall length of 7.75 inches. It weighs 31 oz and has a matte blue steel finish, with an MSRP of $699.

Does the Springfield SA-35 use MIM parts?

No, the Springfield Armory SA-35 is specifically noted for using forged frame and slide construction, deliberately avoiding Metal Injection Molding (MIM) parts to enhance its quality and durability.

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