Press Releases

GENESEO, IL, December 15, 2017 – Springfield Armory’s most elite production 1911, now available in the potent 10mm cartridge. Two new 10mm TRP™ Operator® models – one with a 5-inch barrel, and a long-slide with a 6-inch barrel – deliver tactically proven engineering, greater terminal velocity and now more stopping power. The TRP™ (Tactical Response Pistol) line is based on the custom Professional Model™ that met the stringent specifications to win the FBI’s coveted HRT 1911 pistol contract. Until now,... Read more

Springfield Armory’s Match-Dominating M1A Now Available in the Extreme-Precision Caliber Many Sharpshooters Prefer GENESEO, ILL. (12/08/17) – Springfield Armory’s M1A™ Series has a hard-won reputation for handling any mission, any condition, any foe, at any range – and for taking home trophies from monster bucks to National Match crowns. Highly precise .308 WIN-chambered M1A models are found in the hands of elite tactical teams, snipers, backcountry hunters and competitive marksmen. Now skilled shooters can get legendary Springfield M1A durability in... Read more

“The Most Important Tool in the Toolbox” Now Offered in Both 9mm and .45 calibers. GENESEO, ILL. (11/20/17) – Springfield Armory® is pleased to announce a new XD-E chambered for .45 ACP. Now buyers have a choice of 9mm or .45 stopping power in a pistol designed for comfort, concealability, safety, and with special attention to its ease of operation. Like its 9mm sibling, the new .45 model sculpts XD-E Point & Shoot Ergonomics™ into a sleek polymer frame just an... Read more

Latest model packs proprietary performance into a battle-smart platform GENESEO, ILL. (11/15/17) – Springfield Armory’s SAINT series is capturing the attention of AR- 15 enthusiasts – and the SAINT line is growing in lock step to meet demand. The latest, just-released SAINT Edge carries an armload of proprietary features that make it the most advanced SAINT yet: lightweight, with a slick billet machined lower receiver with Accutite ™ tension system, patent-pending full-length free float handguard, modular trigger system, unique mid-sized... Read more

GENESEO, IL, November 1, 2017 – With the new SAINT AR-15 pistol, Springfield Armory brings the same impact of its SAINT platform to a whole new category. The SAINT Pistol is highly capable and upgraded out of the box but in stock-free pistol form. Instead of a rifle buttstock, the new SAINT AR-15 pistol features a rugged SB Tactical SBX-K forearm brace to reduce size, stabilize recoil, and enhance accuracy in one or two-hand shooting. A 7.5-inch barrel with a... Read more

GENESEO, IL, September 26, 2017 – CEO Dennis Reese announces Steve Kramer as Springfield Armory’s new Vice President of Marketing, effective October 10, 2017. Owner of Kramer Multimedia in Fairfax, Virginia, Kramer has most recently been responsible for branding direction and production of original creative content for the Beretta Optics Division and Beretta Defense Technologies. Prior to starting his own media company, Kramer was Director of Video Production at Benelli USA. During his tenure there he oversaw an internal team... Read more

GENESEO, IL, September 11, 2017 – Springfield Armory’s reputable EMP 4” with Concealed Carry Contour is now offered in .40 S&W for those looking for another variation on this standout 1911 series. The EMP line captured audiences with ideal concealed carry proportions in a slim single-stack design, silky-smooth short action, and enhanced ergonomic features. This series is set apart from the competition by the reduced dimensions of the grip frame. Due to it being designed originally around the 9mm cartridge,... Read more

Renowned AR-15 performance without “assault rifle” registration GENESEO, IL, September 11, 2017 – The acclaimed Springfield Armory® SAINT™ with free float handguard is now available in a fully California-compliant version. Factory-equipped with state-approved stock, 10-round magazine, and muzzle brake, the new California-edition SAINT delivers the performance, reliability and value every SAINT is known for – yet does not require registration as an “assault rifle” and does not demand questionable aftermarket modifications. The California model of the SAINT featuring a free... Read more

New caliber makes new 10mm TRP Operator a must-have for critical use GENESEO, IL, August 24, 2017 – Springfield Armory is proud to introduce the first 10mm handguns in its history. Two new 10mm TRP Operator models – one with a 5-inch barrel, and one with a 6-inch barrel — deliver the highest terminal velocity and greatest stopping power of any production pistol, in the most elite production platform crafted by the gunsmiths at Springfield Armory. Until now, Springfield’s TRP... Read more

Springfield Armory® expands 1911 Range Officer® line with new RO® ELITE series pistols. GENESEO, ILL. – With the launch of four new RO® Elite models, the Springfield Armory® 1911 Range Officer® line is expanding its reputation for performance that far exceeds price. New for summer 2017, the new RO Elite line adds multiple premium components and details for both competition shooters and defense-minded citizens, in both 9mm and .45ACP versions. For example, every new RO Elite series pistol is clad... Read more