I've owned several Springfield 1911's. Nothing bad to say about any of them. Never actually shot a 1911 in 9mm. I love the recoil impulse from a good .45 but am itching to give 9 a try in this frame. Thank you for everything you do LAV!
Strongly recommend the Dan Wesson Vigil in 9mm. I don't know how DW does it but even their aluminum frame stuff is soft shooting as hell, softer than some of the steel frames I've encountered.
My M.C. Operator loaded is the Gun. Shoots super straight no failures ambidextrous (I'm left handed) and tritium night sights. The jury is still out on the night sites. I'm running Wilson combat mags and Blackhawk all the way!
When I first got my .45 1911 2 years ago, I was horrible with it at the range and couldn't hit shit past 15 yards. Thats when I found Larry's channel and learned the proper way to hold it and I couldn't be happier with it.
When I got a 9mm Springfield Rangemaster, that gun was so easy to shoot well, it felt like I was cheating. It had some erratic ejection, but Springfield's customer service was responsive and painless.
Interesting. Larry used the slide stop to chamber a round after a mag change instead of racking the slide. I’ve always heard it’s not as reliable so I’ve always racked the slide. But if it’s good for Larry Vickers, I will train the method & see what works best for me & my 1911.
I own 6 Springers including a Custom Joe Chambers built .45 and Lipseys Combat Operator. But my favorite to shoot has to be my Range Officer operator in 9mm. Smooth as silk, accurate and soft enough shooting that my hands don’t ache for days if I shoot a lot. A Professional is definitely one of my 2 Springer Unicorns, the other being a Full rail TRP.
I've never shot a 1911 9mm but they seem like they'd be nice. Springfield has always made great 1911's. I used to have the 1911 Operator they make and it was a pleasure to shoot. Very expensive at 2K though.
Thanks for the video. I was lucky enough to put a few magazines through one of these last summer. It was the first that I've shot a 9mm 1911 and I was gobsmacked in just how soft the firearm was to shoot. Like many I'm use to 1911 pistols in 45acp which is not bad but the 9mm is in a different league. The day I was at the range I was working with my issued firearm which is a Glock 23. The difference in recoil impulse between the 9mm 1911 and model 23 was even more magnified than with the 1911 in 45acp.
I loved mine for quite awhile .45 of course Ordered mine when they first hit the market for LEO's It's good to have friends Awesome vid Stay sharp big brother
Mr. Vickers, Awesome review of the Springfield Armory professional model. I have the professional model in 45 acp. It was the first top tier 1911 that I purchased. One of my favorite pistols! Springfield Armory custom shop is without a doubt top notch quality! Been waiting to see you review the professional model. Down the road, consider a review of the Walther PPQ.
Larry I like what you say in that you prefer steel { forged I presume } vs the Wilson Combat, also a favourite of yours. Is the Wilson Combat aluminium ,or part aluminium? Love your videos, very informative.
Hi Colt 1911 9mm Norinco good gun ?? Version 2024 good gun ?? Barell Norinco good quality ?? Good idea Wilson Combat barell good ?? Good idea add magazines Wilson Combat ?? Regards Artur
Good to hear.. because that is going to be my next pistol purchase. It's between the Springfield and a Ruger..but leaning towards the Springfield. I'm going to give deer hunting a try with one...kinda of a new challenge. ✌️
What is the difference between the Professional and the TRP. I have a TRP with the bull barrel and full-length dust cover and I love it, very accurate.
The TRP is a production gun assembled by the factory, The Professional is hand built, hand fit by the Springfield Custom shop. The TRP was released by SA to be a value version of the Professional.
@@MarkBadia I own both and I can tell the difference between them. The trigger on the Pro is a good bit better than the TRP and the recoil impluse is much more linear/smoother because the gun was hand fit. Bench accuracy is also better. Now take what I said with a grain of salt as I carry custom 1911s on/off duty, I shoot about 30k through 1911s every year as well as I build 1911s for personal range use. I notice things average 1911 owners don't as the minor details matter alot more to me in regards to quality of the build and its longevity.
@The Sensitive Psycho I mean I would if it was a classic Colt or Singer, Nighthawk or Wilson Combat, essentially a show piece. But for a practical carry or defensive pistol, a rail is a must
Awesome video, could you do one of these types for the Colt Combat Unit 1911 railed in 9MM. The one that had the pros help design. I think that would be a neat one in slow mo as well. Thanks for the info you always give Mr. Vickers!!
I have one of these in .45 ACP I got in 2008. $2,495 back then with a 4-digit serial number. First prefix is 3###. I have no use for a 9mm 1911 pistol. I prefer GLOCKs, Berettas, Sig Sauers, HKs, CZ-75Bs and Browning Hi-Powers in 9mm instead.
I thought the same way, then I shot a Springfield RO Elite Operator in 9mm, which I bought, theres a few differences between this and the one I have but not much, it is an absolute tac driver and the trigger is ridiculously good. It is soo easy to put rounds on top of rounds w it
Very nice 1911 right there. I was thinking maybe that racking the slide with boots or belt can look more interesting since you reload quite a lot. By the way always enjoying your video
Springfield Armory makes great 1911s but they drop the ball on responding to customer services inquiries sent by email. Twice in the last six months I've sent simple questions by email and no responses. Lesson learned that if you want assistance stay on hold on the telephone and you'll get excellent help but email contact is a fail.
somebody please enlighten me about the concept of a 9mm 1911. if i would want to buy a 9mm full metal frame, i would take something like a cz over it every day. more capacity, lower bore axis and i.m.o. more modern and " reliable" operating System. outside the concept of a training gun i honetsly dont see the point of it. Is it purely " sentimental" ?
Ergonomics, trigger, and match-grade accuracy for the most part, but also that the people that were using this in a duty setting had learned and trained on 1911s throughout their career before the current millennium. Operators would learn on a 1911 and then transfer over to other handguns, as Larry has said himself, rather than the inverse today. As for 9mm I believe it's because of greater range, recoil control, and capacity (10+1 is remarkable for a 1911). You aren't wrong about the "sentimental" value though, I think it has a lot to do with confidence in your equipment. If you know a 1911 very well and are confident in your ability with it, it might make you a better fighter.
I took a 1911 training course a few years ago. There were all different brands of 1911s present. The only ones that had consistent malfunctions were the Springfield TRPs. After seeing that level of performance, I lost all confidence in the brand.
@@deank5649 problem is they’ve advertised the TRP as able to handle duty use. However, from what I’ve seen, it’s barely able to be a safe queen. The Colts, SIGs, Dan Wesson, Wilson Combats, Rugers, and I think there was a S&W (oddly no Kimbers) they all performed beautifully. There were serious problems with the TRPs. So much so, the guys using them could not finish the course. Remember, I’m just a guy on TH-cam telling you about my opinion and my observations from ONE training class. Take that with a grain of salt. I would not purchase a TRP though.
@@warrenb8228 I used the TRP as a duty gun early in my carrier it worked great but I understand what you're saying. I've since moved on to custom guns and Nighthawks for duty use.
From what i hear these are great pistols. But I'd rather spend my money and get a STI Staccato with better capacity, and still have change to buy ammo.
Try and shoot both models. Then decide. I have the pro and a GRP that I had specced out. Both are great! Honestly, can't say one is better than the other.
Some of you need to calm down. this is a historically significant specimen of small arms. If you are upset about SA's politics- do you get up in arms when he shoots guns used by Eastern Block factions or Nazis? Appreciate it for what it is.
You’re not the kind of guy who would want this type of gun or a genuine Colt or FN made M4/M16 that’s 100% Mil-Spec. You buy a Professional because you know the story of the competition the FBI set up for this side arm, know the absurd quality and performance standards this gun had to perform to, and was the gun that outperformed all the Semi-Custom Gun Makers and gunsmiths. You can find similar for less, but it’s not the actual model built exactly for a solider, an agent, or gun owner that waited months for the backlog to build theirs.
I've owned several Springfield 1911's. Nothing bad to say about any of them. Never actually shot a 1911 in 9mm. I love the recoil impulse from a good .45 but am itching to give 9 a try in this frame. Thank you for everything you do LAV!
Strongly recommend the Dan Wesson Vigil in 9mm. I don't know how DW does it but even their aluminum frame stuff is soft shooting as hell, softer than some of the steel frames I've encountered.
The 1911 is my favourite for work.
In 20 years it's never failed.
Vickers Tactical gets the best high quality slow mo gun footage I’ve ever seen. Keep up the great work Larry!
One of the most beautiful 1911s, IMO. That one was one of my personal favorites in the Vicker's Guide.
My M.C. Operator loaded is the Gun. Shoots super straight no failures ambidextrous (I'm left handed) and tritium night sights. The jury is still out on the night sites. I'm running Wilson combat mags and Blackhawk all the way!
My 9mm railed pro is like shooting my model 41, 22. No recoil, its laser accurate.
When I first got my .45 1911 2 years ago, I was horrible with it at the range and couldn't hit shit past 15 yards. Thats when I found Larry's channel and learned the proper way to hold it and I couldn't be happier with it.
One of the best duty 1911's ever made
How much are they?
@@jimmylarge1148 3K Its a solid gun loved mine. At 3K you stepped into Nighthawk range and i much prefer my Nighthawks which I use now as duty guns.
Too much.
@@donovanchilton5817 too much for who? LOL
@@deank5649 Hurrrhurrr the poors
Nah, dude. It's too expensive for what it is.
You should check out Browning's design for 9mm....its called the High Power.
Theres a reason Browning designed the Hi Power, and that reason was France. No thanks.
I'm sure he's familiar with it, lol
Got mine in 45 + rail. Love it
This is one of my dream pistols.
When I got a 9mm Springfield Rangemaster, that gun was so easy to shoot well, it felt like I was cheating. It had some erratic ejection, but Springfield's customer service was responsive and painless.
Just got mine today in 9mm. It came with a lot of extra mags so I am very happy. Can't wait to shoot it.
I think FBI SWAT still uses it but the Glock Model 17 and Model 22 also has been used by FBI SWAT & FBI HRT for a few years now.
Some of them still do. However, they have been transitioning to the Glock 19 gen 5 model M.
@@RickJZ1973 I'm almost done transitioning 😉
You should try to get your hands on a STI Staccato P-DUO 2011 used by the USMS SOG. Would be an awesome pistol for you to review on the channel
He's actually done a podcast on them on FTA Protect's channel.
@@KatoCoyoteCombatWorkshop oh what?!? I’ll have to check that out!
Love that slow motion.
I don't think I've ever shot a 9mm 1911. I can imagine it's probably like shooting .22 in a polymer framed firearm
.22 polymer framed model does really exists
Its surprising. I was ready for the 45 recoil but felt almost nothing.
shot few 1911 9mm sweet sweet sweet
Man, I need a Springfield Custom Professional 1911 something fierce. Love my Operator 1911 and the heritage of the Pro is pretty cool.
The Joan Lunden FBI HRT documentary showed a few shots of HRT agents with their Professional model 1911s, and it was filmed back in 2000 I think
Man, Larry’s groups are insane.
YES! My Professional 9mm (light rail) should be coming in before the end of the year! So excited, and even more so now with LAV's video!
Interesting. Larry used the slide stop to chamber a round after a mag change instead of racking the slide. I’ve always heard it’s not as reliable so I’ve always racked the slide. But if it’s good for Larry Vickers, I will train the method & see what works best for me & my 1911.
I did not know these were ever made in 9. I love 9mm 1911s.
Regards,
Marky
I own 6 Springers including a Custom Joe Chambers built .45 and Lipseys Combat Operator. But my favorite to shoot has to be my Range Officer operator in 9mm. Smooth as silk, accurate and soft enough shooting that my hands don’t ache for days if I shoot a lot. A Professional is definitely one of my 2 Springer Unicorns, the other being a Full rail TRP.
I’ve got a TRP and would really like to shoot a custom shop version
Trust me, your trp is the closest thing to a custom shop. I promise.
@@goblinarc17 I'll take your word for it. There not a Light weight gun go begin with especially for EDC. There something like 38 ounces
I LOVE my TRP Operator...nothing like slinging .45 in a 1911
Watch how solid in slo mo...like a rock..the way that bushing rides the barrel looks like a hydrolic cylinder
how funny just what i was thinking watching the slo mo, it looks smooth and slick, nice
Any decent custom 1911 in 9mm is a gun for life.
Very cleanly done 1911. Simple and traditional lines.
Just great photography
Kudos to your camera guy and his tech
Am a big Springfield fan
The FBI blaster! Love my TRP, maybe this should be next! Thank you as always Larry
I got the Professional Railed model in .45acp I love so much
I've never shot a 1911 9mm but they seem like they'd be nice. Springfield has always made great 1911's. I used to have the 1911 Operator they make and it was a pleasure to shoot. Very expensive at 2K though.
Its 3k but very understandable as the gun is better built
Got a Springfield 1911 Loaded 9mm...this makes me wanna add another 9mm to the collection
Only going to cost you $3200.00
Beautiful firearm.
I've run this pistol, and they are superb.
Browning + Luger= My Love.... 1911 9x19
Just like a Hi-Power :)
Outstanding filming and editing. superb guy!
Great review and video but I can’t go 1911 in 9mm … 9mm In Browning High Power / SA-35, 1911 in .45 . That’s just the way I’m wired
1911’s are so sexy
@The Sensitive Psycho I have a Rock Island Armory .45., it’s not the most expensive 1911 but it’s nice and it does the job
You gotta smile every time Larry says delta😉
Thanks for the video. I was lucky enough to put a few magazines through one of these last summer. It was the first that I've shot a 9mm 1911 and I was gobsmacked in just how soft the firearm was to shoot. Like many I'm use to 1911 pistols in 45acp which is not bad but the 9mm is in a different league. The day I was at the range I was working with my issued firearm which is a Glock 23. The difference in recoil impulse between the 9mm 1911 and model 23 was even more magnified than with the 1911 in 45acp.
Dan Wesson is probably the best bang for your buck 1911
I loved mine for quite awhile
.45 of course
Ordered mine when they first hit the market for LEO's
It's good to have friends
Awesome vid
Stay sharp big brother
I wish Leo's had balls enough to stand against this commie takeover. But instead they follow orders like nazi scum. They'll get theirs...MERICA
Thanks for the informative video 👍
I really like Springfields. I have a couple. They work for me.
XDM and XDS rock
I trust my like with both
Just bought Glock 17 gen 5 mos
In between Dan Wesson Specialist and Springfield Professional both in 45acp of course . Which one and why would you pick ?
Mr. Vickers, Awesome review of the Springfield Armory professional model. I have the professional model in 45 acp. It was the first top tier 1911 that I purchased. One of my favorite pistols! Springfield Armory custom shop is without a doubt top notch quality! Been waiting to see you review the professional model. Down the road, consider a review of the Walther PPQ.
Larry...are you going to do another printing of the 1911 Vickers guide???
Larry I like what you say in that you prefer steel { forged I presume } vs the Wilson Combat, also a favourite of yours. Is the Wilson Combat aluminium ,or part aluminium? Love your videos, very informative.
Hi
Colt 1911 9mm Norinco good gun ??
Version 2024 good gun ??
Barell Norinco good quality ??
Good idea Wilson Combat barell good ??
Good idea add magazines Wilson Combat ??
Regards
Artur
literal chills for the slomo man 😅
Very Sweet Pistol! I have always had a Soft Spot of the SA Pro!
So nice.
Ideal for home defence.
I have a Springfield 10mm 1911 I am most pleased with.
Good to hear.. because that is going to be my next pistol purchase. It's between the Springfield and a Ruger..but leaning towards the Springfield. I'm going to give deer hunting a try with one...kinda of a new challenge. ✌️
@@budstermcgreen6360 I did 500 or so break-in rounds and polished the ramp.
What is the difference between the Professional and the TRP. I have a TRP with the bull barrel and full-length dust cover and I love it, very accurate.
The TRP is a production gun assembled by the factory, The Professional is hand built, hand fit by the Springfield Custom shop. The TRP was released by SA to be a value version of the Professional.
@@deank5649 Hi Dean, have you shot both? I love the way my TRP shoots so am curious if the experience is much different?
@@MarkBadia I own both and I can tell the difference between them. The trigger on the Pro is a good bit better than the TRP and the recoil impluse is much more linear/smoother because the gun was hand fit. Bench accuracy is also better. Now take what I said with a grain of salt as I carry custom 1911s on/off duty, I shoot about 30k through 1911s every year as well as I build 1911s for personal range use. I notice things average 1911 owners don't as the minor details matter alot more to me in regards to quality of the build and its longevity.
Surprised this professional model comes without a rail. When I worked LE and for any pistols I carry/use I now, I prefer to have a light on them.
You can get a railed or non-railed version.
@@pscipio0334 Good info, thanks.
@The Sensitive Psycho I mean I would if it was a classic Colt or Singer, Nighthawk or Wilson Combat, essentially a show piece. But for a practical carry or defensive pistol, a rail is a must
Awesome video, could you do one of these types for the Colt Combat Unit 1911 railed in 9MM. The one that had the pros help design. I think that would be a neat one in slow mo as well. Thanks for the info you always give Mr. Vickers!!
Great Stuff Larry !!!! I missed the PROMO Code for Springfield ???? LOL only kidding !!! Stay Strong and Be Safe !!!
Wow... didn't know it came in 9mm. Now it's a real toss up between this and a Les Baer...choices are hard
I have one of these in .45 ACP I got in 2008. $2,495 back then with a 4-digit serial number. First prefix is 3###.
I have no use for a 9mm 1911 pistol. I prefer GLOCKs, Berettas, Sig Sauers, HKs, CZ-75Bs and Browning Hi-Powers in 9mm instead.
1911 in 9mm is like pineapple on a pizza for me. Can't do it. Great video.
I thought the same way, then I shot a Springfield RO Elite Operator in 9mm, which I bought, theres a few differences between this and the one I have but not much, it is an absolute tac driver and the trigger is ridiculously good. It is soo easy to put rounds on top of rounds w it
Pineapple on pizza is the only way to go! ( Why, it keeps the room mates from eating all the pizza you paid for )
@@2naturesownplace smart man.
Agreed. No point. Dont like a single stack 9 for a duty gun.
@@fujimi715 Amen
Hey Larry, any chance you might get to review a Polish Beryl rifle?
Dreamy pistol
could you get your hands on an AS VAL someday?
I have a low serial # .45, circa 1998.
Hey Larry, great video. I hope all is well on the homefront.
I want one of them but they're so pricey. I was thinking about 45 but now I'm thinking about 9mm
Nice 👍🏽!
Now I can’t make up my mind, Vickers 1911 Ronin, or this TRP
Out of those 3 the Vickers master class easily
Please review Pindad ss2
Very nice 1911 right there. I was thinking maybe that racking the slide with boots or belt can look more interesting since you reload quite a lot. By the way always enjoying your video
Springfield Armory makes great 1911s but they drop the ball on responding to customer services inquiries sent by email. Twice in the last six months I've sent simple questions by email and no responses. Lesson learned that if you want assistance stay on hold on the telephone and you'll get excellent help but email contact is a fail.
Ive got to get me one of these 😍👍👍
Mr. Vickers please interview an ex SAS guy on your podcast!
The SAS are the darlings of the Northern Irish. Thanks for their courage many more people are alive in Ulster.
@@MikaelFlyer they killed lot's of you guys
@@maxcady645 lots of their own community. lots of children too. However international media opinion is that they were the victims.
They're the same price as an Ed Brown... In fact pretty sure you can get a full custom job from EB out the door fro less than a Springer Pro
2 totally different build styles. I love my Ed Brown, its refined and pretty. But my Pro is a hard fit mean beast. Both equally cool.
@@andrewbates6840 On my 5th set of springs for my EB. They run hard just fine.
@@sethhlewis He meant it's a hard fit barrel. EB doesn't do hard fit barrel guns
Nice
You lost weight. Looking good.
HRT 45 acp in my opinion the closest you are going to get to a Wilson combat ... thanks ....
Not gonna lie this is sexy looking m1911
That's the TRP's predecessor right?
It's what the TRP is based off yes. The TRP is a production version of the professional model hence why its half the price of the professional model.
Larry, I love you big time. Your advice means gold to me. I just can't get behind Springfield. I'm sorry. No offense...
somebody please enlighten me about the concept of a 9mm 1911. if i would want to buy a 9mm full metal frame, i would take something like a cz over it every day. more capacity, lower bore axis and i.m.o. more modern and " reliable" operating System. outside the concept of a training gun i honetsly dont see the point of it. Is it purely " sentimental" ?
Ergonomics, trigger, and match-grade accuracy for the most part, but also that the people that were using this in a duty setting had learned and trained on 1911s throughout their career before the current millennium. Operators would learn on a 1911 and then transfer over to other handguns, as Larry has said himself, rather than the inverse today. As for 9mm I believe it's because of greater range, recoil control, and capacity (10+1 is remarkable for a 1911). You aren't wrong about the "sentimental" value though, I think it has a lot to do with confidence in your equipment. If you know a 1911 very well and are confident in your ability with it, it might make you a better fighter.
I took a 1911 training course a few years ago. There were all different brands of 1911s present. The only ones that had consistent malfunctions were the Springfield TRPs. After seeing that level of performance, I lost all confidence in the brand.
Production vs Custom gun not in the same ball park. The TRP is assembled at the SA factory the Professional is built by the Springfield custom shop.
@@deank5649 problem is they’ve advertised the TRP as able to handle duty use. However, from what I’ve seen, it’s barely able to be a safe queen. The Colts, SIGs, Dan Wesson, Wilson Combats, Rugers, and I think there was a S&W (oddly no Kimbers) they all performed beautifully. There were serious problems with the TRPs. So much so, the guys using them could not finish the course.
Remember, I’m just a guy on TH-cam telling you about my opinion and my observations from ONE training class. Take that with a grain of salt. I would not purchase a TRP though.
@@warrenb8228 I used the TRP as a duty gun early in my carrier it worked great but I understand what you're saying. I've since moved on to custom guns and Nighthawks for duty use.
Why not double stack?
Less than a minute wow..
Sir please detail me No 1 pistol pl15 and Beretta m9 a3 waiting your answer
Don't hold your breath
From what i hear these are great pistols. But I'd rather spend my money and get a STI Staccato with better capacity, and still have change to buy ammo.
This gun runs about 2300.00 in 2023 + tax but it's beautiful, this and the Specialist are competing.
That's a nice 1911 but, for what it cost, I'd rather put the money toward a NightHawk.
Try and shoot both models. Then decide. I have the pro and a GRP that I had specced out. Both are great! Honestly, can't say one is better than the other.
Where the eff can i find ammo nowadays
Make your own bro.
@@IceMan8123 There's no primers, bro.
@@donovanchilton5817 true, he should have stock up.
@@IceMan8123 "Fuck you, I got mine bro"
Pretty sure LAV could run the shit outta a Yeet Cannon and make people want one😉🤣🤣
Sorry but if i want a large 9mm gun. Id get a glock 34. My 1911’s will always be .45acp. I guess im old fashioned.
Im with you on that.
Actually. Wouldn’t mind a 10mm 1911.
@The Sensitive Psycho damn. Thats not good for how much it costs!!
Secession!
Some of you need to calm down. this is a historically significant specimen of small arms. If you are upset about SA's politics- do you get up in arms when he shoots guns used by Eastern Block factions or Nazis? Appreciate it for what it is.
MSRP of $3,363..... Yea I'll stick with my trp gov.
Nice gun, too bad it’s not a 45!
But is a 10 shell capacity good if glock and beretta have 17?
9mm ....
Meh, I think I'd rather have a Dan Wesson.
Love Dan Wesson I use them as base guns but once you hit the semi custom/custom market the quality jump is noticeable.
You’re not the kind of guy who would want this type of gun or a genuine Colt or FN made M4/M16 that’s 100% Mil-Spec. You buy a Professional because you know the story of the competition the FBI set up for this side arm, know the absurd quality and performance standards this gun had to perform to, and was the gun that outperformed all the Semi-Custom Gun Makers and gunsmiths. You can find similar for less, but it’s not the actual model built exactly for a solider, an agent, or gun owner that waited months for the backlog to build theirs.