Springfield Custom Shop Professional 1911

Published on December 11, 2020
Duration: 5:19

Larry Vickers provides an expert-level review of the Springfield Custom Shop Professional 1911 in 9mm. He details its history as the FBI SWAT 'Bureau Model,' its premium features like a match-grade ramped barrel and Novak tritium sights, and discusses the growing appeal of 9mm in the 1911 platform. The review highlights the pistol's robust construction and suitability for demanding professional use.

Quick Summary

Larry Vickers, a former Delta Force operator and firearms instructor, reviews the Springfield Custom Shop Professional 1911 in 9mm. He highlights its 'Bureau Model' origin for FBI SWAT, its match-grade ramped barrel, Novak tritium sights, and 10+1 capacity, emphasizing its reliability and suitability for professional use.

Chapters

  1. 00:28Introduction and History
  2. 01:10Key Features and Specs
  3. 01:35Barrel and Frame Details
  4. 02:229mm Popularity and Capacity
  5. 02:59Shooting Demonstration

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Springfield Custom Shop Professional 1911 known for?

The Springfield Custom Shop Professional 1911 is renowned for its history as the 'Bureau Model' developed for FBI SWAT. It features a match-grade ramped barrel in 9mm, Novak tritium sights, and a robust all-steel construction, making it a highly reliable duty pistol.

What are the key features of the 9mm Springfield Professional 1911?

The 9mm Professional 1911 boasts a black finish, checkered wood grips, integrated magazine well, beavertail grip safety, ambidextrous safety, a Delta-style hammer, and Novak 3-dot tritium sights. It also has 20 LPI checkering on the front strap and mainspring housing.

Why is the barrel type important on the Springfield Professional 1911?

The 9mm version features a match-grade ramped barrel, which is crucial for ensuring reliable feeding of the 9mm cartridge into the chamber. The .45 ACP version, in contrast, uses a non-ramped barrel.

What is the magazine capacity of the 9mm Springfield Professional 1911?

The 9mm Springfield Custom Shop Professional 1911 typically comes with a magazine capacity of 10+1 rounds. This offers a good balance of firepower and capacity for tactical and duty applications.

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