Springfield Ultra Compact 9mm

[XD Shooter]

I really like the Springfield, Ultra Compact 9mm. I would like to hear from those with knowledge about this gun. I would like to know the good points and well as the bad. Currently I have a springfield XD9 Subcompact and a Kahr MK9.

 

[Jim Watson]

I have one.
Pro: Light, compact, mild recoil, standard 1911 controls.
Con: Mine took a little gunsmithing to get it to suit me; rework integral ramp into a feed ramp, single sided safety, de-ILS, standard thickness grips.
Conclusion: I would like to have a full size LW 9mm, but do not know of one on the market from SA or other.

 

[WhoKnowsWho]

I would like to have a full size LW 9mm, but do not know of one on the market from SA or other.

5 inch, target model from Springfield in 9mm.

From my local dealer, Jason Barrett.

 

[Jim Watson]

Specs at that URL say "38 ounces."
I've got one of those, a Colt.
I would be interested in a lightweight 5" 9mm, probably around 30-32 ounces. Kimber says they are going to make a Tactical Pro 4" 9mm but not a full size G.M.
I would have one built up but Caspian has quit making aluminum receivers in favor of titanium; which is more expensive, harder to work, and heavier.

 

[ah]

Ultra LW 9mm

XD Shooter, I have one and love it.
All the benefits of a 1911 with the pleasant recoil of a 9mm.
The 3.5" barrel makes this a perfect carry pistol. It weighs 28oz empty.
I have two eigth round mags and three 9-round mags that I carry for spares.

It is a hoot to shoot. After the break-in, it feeds everything well except reloads.

Today's well engineered 9mm ammunition makes this a very viable
self-defense round. It's not your dad's 9mm anymore, some rounds are hot and designed to expand very reliably (Gold-Dot, DPX etc)

I have owned 1911 .45's mostly Kimber.
This little 1911 9mm is just plain fun and a great choice if there's a ladys who wants a flat, compact 1911.

Personally, I like the 1911 platform.
This is a good choice for an all round carry and range gun.
Good luck.

 

[skynyrd1911]

LW Ultra-Compact

I like mine although I'm not through breaking mine in. No complaints except it has stalled on some HP ammo. Hoping that will go away with some fluff and buff.

 

[WhoKnowsWho]

Ah, didn't notice you wanted light weight too. Sounds like time to start a custom job! Titanium frame, sweet!

 

[Jim Watson]

Titanium is hard to work, expensive to buy, and denser than aluminum; increasing both cost and weight. I think titanium in firearms is a dead end gimmick.

The forthcoming Scandium (aluminum alloy) S&W "Commander" is more interesting to me. Now if I could get it in 5" 9mm...