First came the full-size 5” model in .45 ACP, then the full-size 5” version in 9mm, then a 4.25” option, again in .45 ACP.
![Rugged style: new Springfield Armory Emissary 4.25" in 9mm Springfield Armory Emissary 4.25" in 9mm](https://www.all4shooters.com/en/shooting/pistols/the-new-springfield-armory-emissary-4-25-in-9mm/springfield-armory-emissary-4-25-view.jpg?resize=0beef9:250x&cid=1l9m.7adc)
According to this alternation, it was just a matter of time before a 4.25” (108 mm) variant in 9mm would also be offered – and here comes the new 9mm Emissary 4.25", the latest 1911-style pistol from Springfield Armory.
![Rugged style: new Springfield Armory Emissary 4.25" in 9mm The new Springfield Armory Emissary 4.25"](https://www.all4shooters.com/en/shooting/pistols/the-new-springfield-armory-emissary-4-25-in-9mm/springfield-armory-emissary-4-25-in-9mm.jpg?resize=97be15:250x&cid=1l9l.7adc)
Its classic yet modern, extremely clean lines include custom-grade features, announced by the “dual-tone” finish with a forged stainless steel frame and forged carbon steel slide or the stylish custom milled “Tri-Top” cut on the slide.
But it's not out about aesthetics: the squared trigger guard – a characterizing detail of all Emissary line of pistols – allows foe easier operation even with a gloved hand, while the slide's flattened top strap finished with 40 LPI serrations reduces glare when aiming.
As for the sights, we have a tritium and luminescent front sight and a Tactical Rack U-Dot rear sight for easy target acquisition in all lighting conditions. All in all, sight picture is pleasantly clear and bright.
Springfield Armory Emissary 4.25" in 9mm, the “bridge”
![Rugged style: new Springfield Armory Emissary 4.25" in 9mm The new Springfield Armory Emissary 4.25"](https://www.all4shooters.com/en/shooting/pistols/the-new-springfield-armory-emissary-4-25-in-9mm/springfield-armory-emissary-4-25-pistol.jpg?resize=e38bfb:250x&cid=1l9k.7adc)
“The Emissary bridges defensive and custom pistols”, they claim at Springfield Armory. Construction is rugged indeed, with a match grade heavy-profile bull barrel for maximum accuracy and reduced felt recoil/muzzle flip.
The heavier stainless steel frame also helps tame the gun compared to a polymer-framed gun. Lock time is guaranteed to be ultra-fast, for ideal performance even in a defensive situation, together with the solid-body, flat-faced trigger.
The 9mm 4.25 Emissary, like the same-size .45 version, lacks the integrated Picatinny accessory rail found on the full-size pistol, however.
![Rugged style: new Springfield Armory Emissary 4.25" in 9mm Springfield Armory Emissary 4.25" in 9mm the front sight and Tri-Top” slide cut](https://www.all4shooters.com/en/shooting/pistols/the-new-springfield-armory-emissary-4-25-in-9mm/springfield-armory-emissary-4-25-front-sight.jpg?resize=4737c8:250x&cid=1l9j.7adc)
Controls are all black, and are on the left side only: not a problem if you are right-handed, but south paws will not be too happy.
The VZ Grips Thin-Line G10 feature a grenade checkering pattern and look quite grippy.
The latest “Commander-sized” iteration of the Emissary in 9mm is fed by a stainless-steel 9-round magazine with base pad.
With two magazines, the new Springfield Armory 9mm Emissary 4.25" carries a not-so-inexpensive MSRP of $1,349, in line with the other Emissary models – stylish 1911s rarely come cheap, anyway.
Springfield Armory 1911 Emissary 4.25" in 9mm specs and price
Caliber: | 9mm |
Frame: | Stainless-steel |
Slide: | Carbon steel |
Barrel Length: | 4.25"/108 mm |
Sights: | Tritium/luminescent front, Tactical Rack U-Notch rear |
Grips: | VZ Grips Thin-Line G10 |
Magazine Capacity: | 9 rounds |
Weight: | 40 oz/1134 g |
Overall Length: | 7.75"/197 mm |
Height: | 5.25"/133 mm |
Price (MSRP): | $1,349 |