Genesco, Illinois– January 2025—Springfield Armory is proud to announce the launch of the new 1911 DS Prodigy Compact 9mm. Offered in 3.5” and 4.25” variants, the new 15-round Prodigy Compact takes the proven 1911 platform and enhances it with double-stack capacity and a carry-driven feature set.
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Configured around a flush-fitting, double-stack magazine, these new pistols are slim enough for a comfortable grip while still packing in 15 rounds of 9mm ammunition. Both variants come standard with two magazines.
Because they are designed for concealed carry and self-defense, the pistols feature a tritium front sight post for visibility in low-light conditions. This mates up with a serrated black U-notch rear sight unit. In addition, the pistols employ AOS (Agency Optic System) plates designed exclusively for the 1911 DS.
Machined from billet steel, each AOS plate is designed specifically to deliver proper optic height for intuitive sight picture and instant target acquisition and features an integral rear sight. The Prodigy ships with a HEX Dragonfly compatible plate as well as a standard cover plate, while additional optic-specific plates are available for purchase at the Springfield Armory Store.
To ensure the Prodigy Compacts are as light as possible — with the 3.5” model weighing 25.5 oz. and the 4.25” weighing 29 oz. — their polymer grip modules are mounted to a billet machined 7075-T6 aluminum frame. The result is a compact and lightweight CCW. The pistols’ slides are made of forged carbon steel, and the match-grade bull barrels are crafted from forged stainless steel.
In addition to ambidextrous safety, the Prodigy Compacts feature recontoured hammers and beavertail grip safeties that minimize bulk while retaining full functionality. For corrosion resistance, the pistols feature a black Cerakote finish on their metal parts that complements the black polymer grip module. The barrels feature a black DLC finish.
“The release of these compact variants of the popular 1911 DS Prodigy offers EDC enthusiasts an exciting new option,” says Steve Kramer, Vice President of Marketing for Springfield Armory. “Combining double-stack capacity with ease of carry and the excellent shooting characteristics of the proven 1911 pistol, the new Prodigy Compact warrants serious consideration for your self-defense needs.”
With an MSRP of $1,549 for either variant, the 1911 DS Prodigy Compacts combine the most beloved characteristics of 1911 with modern capacity for unrivaled EDC-ready performance.
- 1911 DS Prodigy 3.5” Compact AOS | PH9115AOS | 706397969080 | MSRP $1,549
- 1911 DS Prodigy 4.25” Compact AOS| PH9116AOS | 706397969073 | MSRP $1,549
For more information on the 1911 DS Prodigy Compacts, please visit https://spr-ar.com/r/6206.
About Springfield Armory
In 1794, the original Springfield Armory began manufacturing muskets for the defense of our young, free Republic. The Armory functioned as a firearms supplier for every major American conflict until 1968 when the government sadly closed its doors. In 1974, nearly two centuries after its inception, Springfield Armory Inc. in Geneseo, Ill. revived the iconic heritage of the Armory to carry on its legacy.
We strive to honor this responsibility as guardians of the original Springfield Armory legacy by manufacturing the highest quality firearms to enable responsible citizens to preserve their right to keep and bear arms in the defense of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
With an unmatched emphasis on craftsmanship, performance, and exceptional customer service, our mission is to forge superior firearms and provide the tools necessary to defend individual freedoms and equality for those who embrace the rights and principles secured by our Founding Fathers. For more information, please visit us at: Springfield-armory.com
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