Tame the Recoil Beast with the Springfield Armory Prodigy Comp 1911 DS
In 2022, Springfield Armory introduced its brand-new Prodigy 9mm handgun to a lot of excitement. The preliminary offering in the business’s newest 1911 DS double-stack line of handguns, the Prodigy was optics-ready and was available in 2 sizes, 5 and 4 1/4 inches. It was an instant hit and brought a terrific alternative to the double-stack 1911 market. Following its warm reception, Springfield Armory continued to concentrate on enhancing the design and now launches the Prodigy Comp.
The Springfield Armory Prodigy Comp With the level of success the weapon delighted in, you would believe most business would simply set the cruise and let the sales continue. I indicate, why tinker success?
Well, that’s not how things are done at Springfield, and they put their minds to enhancing the Prodigy. The outcome of their labor is undoubtedly an enhancement. Today they now provide the Springfield Prodigy Comp.
(Photo by Springfield Armory) The Prodigy Comp takes the tested 1911 platform and improves it with double-stack capability and a performance-driven function set. Reconfigured around a double-stack publication, the polymer grip module installs to a created steel frame, providing capabilities of 17 +1 and 20 +1. The AOS-compatible slide and barrel assembly are integrally compensated to lower muzzle increase, while a Picatinny rail is all set to accept today’s most popular devices. The Prodigy Comp integrates the 1911’s most precious qualities with modern-day capability for unparalleled efficiency.
The weapon is developed around strong elements. The 5-inch bull barrel on the Prodigy Comp is crafted from created stainless-steel for match-grade precision and includes an important compensator. Obviously, the compensator is the weapon’s brand-new function and is an exceptional addition.
( Photo by Springfield Armory )The important compensator on the Prodigy Comp is quietly developed, including a single port on the top of the hammer-forged slide and barrel.
By rerouting gas upwards, it minimizes muzzle increase and improves control enabling faster and more precise follow-up shots. Furthermore, the tritium front sight is placed. The weapon can likewise support optics and uses AOS (Agency Optic System) plates that accept today’s most popular optics.
The Prodigy Comp in Hand
I just recently got a brand-new Prodigy Comp 5-inch for a more detailed look. It was every bit as good as the very first Prodigy. The weapon merely has a “go-fast” feel about it.
The big, diagonal publication well permits fast reloading, particularly while on the relocation. I discovered the molded-in stippling comfy while still offering a strong grip. In addition, the squared trigger guard has stippling on the front also.
The trigger on this handgun is practically extremely good. The black, three-hole skeletonized trigger has a curved, serrated face and can be found in at about a four-pound pull. I would put it on par with a few of the finest high-end customized 1911s on the market. The trigger breaks strongly, with little overtravel and a tidy reset. Similarly, the security is positioned well. It operates in performance with a grip security that’s extended and has a memory pad. The fit and surface were excellent, and the handgun provided an extremely high-end customized feel and just a part of the cost.
Variety Time
The weapon was whispering, “Shoot me,” so a variety session was established. I wished to run a spectrum of ammunition throughout the test, so I selected Federal 147gr American Eagle, Hornady 115gr FTX Critical Defense, and Blazer Brass 115gr FMJ. After a brief minute to zero the consisted of RMR, I was off to the races.
Packing the weapon was an easy company. The mag is well-crafted, and packing was quick and simple. The weapon shined when I chambered a round. The strong serrations in the back of the slide made racking the slide a breeze.
The weapon sat well
in my hands with the backstrap that began the weapon. Shots were excellent, and at 10 lawns, I had a great single-ragged hole made by 5 rounds. At 15 backyards, it developed into a one-and-a-half in slow-fire groups. At 25 backyards, it was 2 and a half inches. Performance of the Compensated Prodigy At speed, the weapon carried out similarly well. It was quick and really flat shooting. While I would not categorize the Prodigy as heavy, it is a breath much heavier than other weapons in its class. This minor extra meat on the bone does add to recoil management and decreasing muzzle
increase. Mentioning muzzle increase, it was nearly nonexistent with the brand-new compensation. Many individuals babble on about numerous compensations, however Springfield has actually discovered the magic sauce in this style. It made shooting quickly and easy.
While I utilized the RMR as my intending tool, the sights beinged in the lower third of the optic. If you were to run the weapon without an optic, Springfield’s U-Dot sights would serve you well. These sights work exceptionally well for both quick acquisition and accuracy intending in my experience.
While it is tough to measure, the weapon merely felt great in my hands. It has an extremely major, all-about-business feel to it. As I discussed previously, it seems like a really high-end handgun, yet Springfield has it priced extremely competitively at$1,599. At the end of the day, the stack of brass stated it was time to finish up. While not a resilience test by any stretch, the 500 rounds I execute the weapon
all ran without concern and had no breakdowns. I would be hard-pressed to state which ammunition carried out best, however the 115 gr Hornady appeared to have the very best feel. Short of running scrap, I do not believe this weapon will ever be ammo-sensitive.
An Improved Prodigy
In my viewpoint, Springfield has actually certainly enhanced on the Prodigy. The business is providing it in a 5-inch in addition to a 4.25-inch variation.
Applications for this weapon are twofold in my mind. I see it as an exceptional EDC weapon. Is it a microblaster? No. If you are major about your security, you find out to dress around a weapon.
I likewise see this as a handgun you will see in the hands of rivals. It is that quick and precise. Include into the formula the capability to include basically any optic you pick, and it brings versatility to the mix.
I was a fan of the initial Prodigy and now have a brand-new love affair with the Prodigy Comp. If you wish to enter the double-stack 1911 world however do not wish to spend a lot, look long and hard at the brand-new Prodigy Comp. It is definitely more weapon for the cash.
For more details, please check out Springfield-Armory. com.
(Photo by Springfield Armory) Springfield Armory Prodigy Comp Specs Quality 9mm Color Black Cerakote Barrel Created Stainless Steel, Match Grade, Bull, 1:16 Slide Created Carbon Steel Frame Created
