Press Releases

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

$180 of Magazines and Gear – FREE Popular Magazine Madness Promotion Continues Until August 31, 2017 GENESEO, IL – By popular demand, Springfield Armory is pleased to announce the extension of the Gear Up program. Originally scheduled to expire on June 30, 2017, enthusiastic customer response has encouraged Springfield Armory to extend the Gear Up promotion through the end of August 2017. Under the Gear Up Magazine Madness program, customers will receive $180 worth of gear for free. Those who... Read more

Leatham Wins 11th NRA Action Pistol Championship Trophy GENESEO, IL – Springfield Armory® is pleased to announce that team captain Rob Leatham won the 2017 NRA Action Pistol Championship, Production Division. At age 56, Leatham claimed his 11th Bianchi Cup Championship title, three years after his last win at the prestigious event. The 2017 Bianchi Cup was hosted by the Green Valley Rifle & Pistol Club in Hallsville, Missouri May 24 – 27, 2017. Known as the world’s premier action... Read more

Leatham Also Earns 7th Overall And Classic Nationals Aggregate Award GENESEO, IL – Springfield Armory® is proud to announce that Team Springfield™ Captain Rob Leatham won the Top Senior Title at the 2017 USPSA Revolver National Championships. Held at PASA Park in Barry, Illinois on May 21, 2017, the event immediately followed the USPSA Single Stack Championships, where Leatham also claimed Top Senior and ninth overall. The USPSA Revolver Championship match drew 80 competitors who took on the 12-stage course... Read more

GENESEO, IL – Springfield Armory® is proud to announce top finishes in both Junior and Senior Divisions at the 2017 USPSA Single Stack National Championships. Team Springfield™ Captain Rob Leatham claimed his ninth National Championship title in the Senior Division since qualifying in 2016. The team’s youngest competitors, Justine and Jalise Williams, earned first and second places respectively in the Junior Division. Junior Champion Justine Williams shared her experience. “The Single Stack Nationals was a great match experience for me... Read more

GENESEO, ILL. (June 12, 2017) – Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the newest edition of the SAINT™ series: the SAINT with Free Float Handguard. Like the original model, the new SAINT proves once again that high performance and upgraded features do not have to mean high price. To further add value the latest version of the SAINT starts with a patent-pending Free Float Handguard (FFH) system with pinned low-profile gas block allowing the operator to grip the full length... Read more