Is My First 2011 Subcompact Better Than A Glock 26? Springfield Armory Prodigy Compact 3.5”

[@jplumb5591]

Springfield field is killing it lately 💪🏼

[@MichaelRedford]

Lately?

[@jplumb5591]

@ actually, they always killing it

[@derekmurdock9269]

I think by lately he meant doing well with keeping up with bigger competitors. they are doing awesome. They have always done well, but it takes a lot to keep up and they are knocking these guns out the ballpark with capacity and price. ,@@MichaelRedford

[@MichaelRedford]

@@derekmurdock9269 I guess that’s what I’m asking about. I’m not a Springfield guy, this just seems like the standard for them so I was curious on what specifically do people mean by lately… the XDS came out over 10 ago.

[@michaelbrohl1625]

I really like your channel. Which is odd because I disagree with you on almost all of your favorite guns. But you're honest and I respect your opinion. Keep up the good work.

[@HVACR_ToolNut]

Nice.. two in one day! That echelon 4.0 is my winter edc. I was looking at the prodigy compact the other day at my range.. waiting to see how well it holds up. I'm glad to hear yours is good so far. Keep us updated on it.

[@mannytut1378]

SA never ceases to amaze me. My first handgun was a SA mil-spec GI 1911. Then moved to an XDm 3.8 compact in .45acp. Now I need Hellcat and Prodigy compact. Love it!

[@popupheadlights]

The echelon 4.0c is also pretty much the best compact sized handgun on the market. Modular like the 320, best frame design, only better factory triggers are walther/canik, best optics mount system and best slide design. I have well over 1k trough mine already and no issues with mixed 115 grain range ammo and critical defense 124 +p

[@mannytut1378]

@popupheadlights I love the aesthetics of the Echelon but I think the compact may be a bit too bulky still for concealed carry. I could be wrong having never touched one. Just seems that way

[@popupheadlights]

@mannytut1378 if you can handle a 320 or a glock 19 the echelon falls right into that category. I think it's actually just a tad thinner then a 19 but from looks your right and it does look bulky due to the slider serrations.

[@CalCam1331]

Glad to see you picking this up. Looks beautiful!

[@MAWA2024]

Funny, I just commented on another Prodigy 3.5 review video that I loved it but wish the front sight was orange. To each his own I guess. Gotta say you do the absolute BEST review videos, you talk to us like we're hanging with you at the range, not like you're producing a video. Great job!

[@andyrihn1]

I picked up an Alpha Foxtrot 1911S-15 to go with my 43x. Love it

[@ericborden281]

I got the XDM elite 10mm 4” and I absolutely love it. I have 350 rounds through without any issues whatsoever. It was a gear up package deal at 600$. I got it to replace a gen 1 Colt delta elite I own and used as my edc at one time. Now my edc is the Mossberg MC2sc and I love it. It’s very reliable and from all the reviews I have seen on it this gun takes a beating and keeps going. As for the Springfield this gun has eaten everything I’ve fed it and has been very accurate right out of the box. Springfield has definitely been kicking ass with their XD line I’m definitely interested in the prodigy line but will have to save up for it. Thanks for doing what you do. Keep shooting.

[@Didymustwelve]

My same experience with my Sig p365. It has worked for me.

[@LandonClimbs]

The p365 is a beast

[@AaronDefensive]

2011s were soon to creep onto your channel. Still hearing some QC issues with the new compact prodigies. I hope yours continues to be reliable!

[@dannyshark7822]

Looks good- definitely interested in this compact prodigy.

[@HighCappa45]

Awesome review as always 👍🏼 I been carrying the CZ P-07 for the past year.. We need some more DA/SA love on this channel.. i love my 2011s and use them just for range guns. I just prefer the decocker then a saftey for carrying anything with a hammer.

[@transitoryinflation7438]

Can’t wait for the 1000 round update!

[@Nonsense209]

this

[@Hawtload]

the prodigy line is the best thing to happen to the 2011/DS1911 market since staccato If S&W made their CSX more like the prodigy compact but smaller/thinner, it would have been a home run.

[@jaredcaldwell4270]

Hopefully we get a Gen 2 to the CSX. Who knows? Maybe they'll reveal something like that at Shot Show? :)

[@popupheadlights]

​@jaredcaldwell4270 i really doubt it sadly, we think it's fantasic but widespread it got alot of hate and sales wise was a failure.

[@snakeplissken44]

​@@popupheadlightsit really just needs a reboot like they did with the bodyguard.

[@bradleyp14]

Thank you for not hanging a big honking light on your Prodigy for your "gun" review. So many think that's cool apprently. It actually takes away from the looks of the gun and potentially screws with being able to determine just how snappy the gun is when shooting. I have a Hellcat also and I believe the Prodigy 3.5 uses the same "Adaptive Grip Texture" which is awesome. I called Springfield and unfortunately they don't yet offer a 10 round magazine for those like me living in communist NY. Guess I'll have to settle for the Staccato CS for another thousand!

[@theccwdad]

I would love a full size prodigy but this is also very cool. Hope it earns a spot on your carry rotation. I also absolutely love the xdm elite osp. If I could have any two guns right now it would be one of those two.

[@doctorgears9358]

I could be wrong but I believe the Prodigy is one of the guns Springfield actually makes themselves. Echelon, Hellcat, XD, and Hellion are all Croatian imports. I, personally, trust the stuff that comes out of HS Produkt's factory more than what comes out of Springfield's. With that said, I do have more money than sense and own a Prodigy from the earlier runs. It failed every other mag and needed to go to Springfield. They messed with it for 6 weeks and now it works fine. Fun range toy, would never carry it. All in all, I think one of the worst feelings is getting a new firearm and it just doesn't run. I can't fathom why people keep coming back to beta test Sig's guns.

[@jamesbrogan85]

I love your videos! And if you like the Prodigy Compact, you'll love the new BUL Armory Ultralight 3.25"! And welcome to the word of 2011s!

[@bradleyp14]

Yes a great gun but decided against it as not so good for everyday carry if you add a red dot. You lose the rear sight so no co-witnessing should your optic ever fail. The Prodigy plate system ensures you don't lose that rear sight.

[@scottfarmer5103]

Speaking of first handguns I got my g26 cause of this channel a long time ago

[@michaelpiliero9755]

@@scottfarmer5103 G26 is still one of the best edc pistols made!!

[@hunter1028]

I never thought you would have gotten a prodigy 😮

[@sputnikone6281]

Buy a Bul Armory 3.25 inch barrel 9mm SAS EDC

[@tyjeripson4669]

Seriously. Bul kills the prodigy in every way.

[@DonDeMarcoKarlsruhe]

The latest version yeah. Bull Armory even develop with real shooters against Staccatos. What Springfield do beside THE SIMSONS?

[@xCynFR]

@@DonDeMarcoKarlsruhelol good one it genuinely made me chuckle

[@TheDude_365]

Proprietary mags and more expensive

[@sputnikone6281]

@@TheDude_365 Quality mags are always more expensive

[@snakeplissken44]

I love mine. It has literally been perfect.

[@proud2carry]

I have the full sized 4.25 inch one and I can’t wait to get my hands on this one too 😮‍💨😮‍💨💯🤝🏽

[@TheLoneRanger745]

Looks very good , it's size is perfect, three finger grip, fifteen rds. is perfect standard capacity . At the price it better run perfect also , they are easy to work on . Holosun EPS

[@Joseph-sw5xm]

Any gun that requires a guide rod change at 1000 rounds, is not a dependable EDC. I carry up to a compact size and without a ton of work, no subcompact is close for ease of use and confidence.

[@diIbert]

What does that complaint have to do with this 2011?

[@ryennino5470]

i will be buying one as soon as they go on a decent sale

[@YoavRheims]

Can't stop thinking about the Hellcat Pro V2 😮 I'm positive it's coming soon 🎉

[@dean7673]

What do you think will be different?

[@YoavRheims]

@dean7673 I thought, or hope, it will be similar to the Echelon with the modular design mainly. That'be great 😃

[@YoavRheims]

Perhaps, also having the improved Echelon pin system for the optics.

[@RichardHinds-qs2mi]

Enjoyed the vid brother

[@kartel2328]

Springfield is sick and I love glock. Got three Glocks and 1 hellcat and the hellcat is sweet.🔥💯

[@ODB357]

If the reliability is there for you, I’ll definitely pick one up!

[@jwb4bb]

My daily driver is a 5IN Prodigy Comp, LETS GOOO

[@zachaddington5264]

It’s more like a weekend carry or special occasion to me

[@jamiedees8223]

Why do U call it a sub compact in the video description even though Springfield calls it compact and it has a 15rd magazine which is what compacts usually have.

[@watchyoutube9553]

It’s a compact

[@Samofsung]

That's a great OWB option other than that it's too clunky but it shoots amazing for sure

[@calibagsonly]

Props to you for being traditional… even though it’s not exactly a 1911, these things look RIDICULOUS with flashlights on them

[@michaelpiliero9755]

For the money you pay for a 2011, you can buy three nicely accessorized Glocks and some training

[@laundrieshanging9077]

Two glocks lol.

[@michaelpiliero9755]

@ oh sorry my bad. 2 Glocks. Was thinking of the Staccato c2 I have that isn’t really that awesome and is 4 times the price.

[@bradleyp14]

Striker-Fired triggers are getting better but still do not compare to a single-action-only Hammer-Fired pistol. I own both and personally shoot my SAO pistols significantly better than any striker-fired gun. For my carry gun I stick with an SAO trigger and will never regret spending the extra money. I figure my life is worth more than a Glock in my holster and 2 more in my safe.

[@michaelpiliero9755]

@@bradleyp14 so it’s not about money brother. I also own staccatos, three Sig legion SAOs, Cz. All hammer fire pistols and enjoy them all. But to defend my life and my family, Glock reliability all day. None compare. And those tighter built platforms, don’t get them dirty, especially Sandy. They malfunction regularly. That’s why 90% of world military use striker fire sidearms. But enjoy whatever platform you want.

[@JaredWicke]

Quality over quantity for me. Rather have a few nicer guns than a million polymer striker fired guns personally.

[@67volksrodder]

I like the Springfield Armory pistols. I want a .45 caliber next. I have 9 9mm's.

[@lynch6642]

I'm definitely 9mm fat.

[@hannibalbarca8384]

😊nice.setup..great.pistols😊

[@paulharrison8152]

My kind of gun. Any chance you could give us subtitles on your range videos. When there’s firing your voice disappears.

[@spnfirearms]

Yes sorry! I actually bought some mics to the problem so going forward it’ll be better

[@Steve-dx5jq]

Nice gun, how do you rate it to the Kimber CDS 9 ? I bought that after watching you reviews on the Kimber..

[@mtnman8876]

I assume you shoot your hellcat a lot, have you noticed very small nicks or chips in the front slide rails?, and I'm talking small, just curious, mine has small chips in the front rail, but I have shot it a lot and it has very tight tolerance, Springfield said it looked ok.

[@tylergonzalez320]

What’s better shield plus or hellcat pro? Boutta pick up my first gun

[@JackKerley-cu5vk]

Springfield does have some very good stuff, I have several springfields, hellcats and xdm's, and they are very good, I carry them especially the hellcat due to its size and capacity, but I own more glocks and carry them too, I have several different weapons in my edc rotation, but as good as springfield is, it's not better than glock, it may be close to equal, but not better

[@ssbolts88]

I have a xds mod 2 9mm, a full size echelon ( I had to file down the bottom of the trigger down to stop biting the side of my finger tip) after all the videos of the new 3.5 prodigy.. It might be my next purchase

[@embryedwards4821]

Very nice. What is the weight on that Prodigy?

[@matthewbaker5359]

HS Produkt makes fantastic firearms.

[@texicano_fxdls3411]

I'm buying one as soon as I can find one

[@nightfall22]

Beautiful… 🤩

[@ctm7458]

Shoots well it handles well it feels good in the hand, but you won’t carry it for what it’s meant for. Ookkaay … also I find it strange that some people will buy a gun to carry -and buy a different gun just as a “toy” a “range only gun”.

[@djblackruss]

They should've made this one Comp

[@davedobos8737]

We had a deal hear hellcat 5 mags 419.00 I bought the shield plus

[@Precocktrigger]

Nice. Are you gonna review the fn reflex xl?

[@BlueJayWaters]

The guide rod problem you were talking about, is that with the XD-S MOD 2 45's?

[@stern2701]

It looked like that one to me because it didn’t have the grenade texture.

[@timothydardar4909]

Like the springfield xd pistols the wife and I never had a problem with them. And yes the Hellcats are well built

[@randomgamer-st1ie]

Is it a bigger grip than a 26? I got rid of a RIA double stack 1911 9mm because the grip was too fat, bigger than my Glocks.

[@frawdulent]

That trigger is 🤌

[@alexgyorko6464]

Have seen or know anyone that sent their 43x to Shield arms to have it chopped? I have been thinking about it.

[@Argonaut__LXXMCCCXC]

Take my money!

[@kentuckychorizo]

Thank you

[@timpowell8689]

How can you test for accuracy when you do a mag dump in seconds??

[@mike34744]

What are the optics you have on the echelon and the hellcat? I’m looking for one for my echelon compact and want to go with a 320 SCS, but also want something low profile.

[@MR.IceCreamMan93]

Springfield sent it out to you ?

[@MR.IceCreamMan93]

Ima take that as a yes

[@kzyt87]

very balance look

[@TheOutside84]

SPN getting money

[@miggz1294]

I’m grabbin tht Glock before the prodigy at 1st sight

[@CeeAndBee21]

what's good SPN

[@GunsNGames248]

Hellcat cool but too snappy cause it's so small

[@tizben]

This vs the Kimber cds9?

[@stern2701]

I would get a military armament corporation mac 9 ds for a range toy and not break bank. But a CZ shadow 2 is my favorite

[@wardroland270]

Thanks SPN. Great job. Good info. God bless.

[@Ptwheat]

Their new weapons are good . I bought that hellcat and then I found out.. they refused the gear up to me they are something. I've had it less than a month havent shot it because IF THEY Won't give U FREE THING IMAGINGE IF THEY HAD TO FIX ANYTHING..IGHT BE GREAT ILL NEVER KNOW . IM NOT RICH AND I SAVE 3 MONTHS SO SHOULD HAVE GOTTEN THE GLOCK 26 .. .

[@ADONAIsays-so]

Oh my!!!!!!

[@hawghawg381]

Never changed s guide rod in my glocks.. not a glock fan boy.

[@brianrussi4328]

If you do a follow up on this gun I’ll subscribe

[@spnfirearms]

It’s already being working on! Respect

[@andyallen4554]

Yeah people hate on the hs produkt xd, but my tactical xd is one of my better shooters as far as accuracy. It is a 5in barrel so....

[@CustomerRandom-kj5xn]

Springfield prodigy : Debbie Ryan , ylona garcia, press esc, If Lauren Donzis is like a Springfield hellcat,

[@CustomerRandom-kj5xn]

Miah Mitchell Stewart Hausen, is like a Springfield Prodigy

[@rrhonaker]

SPN did u drink the blood? 👁

[@ericjohanson806]

Shooting a 2011 will make you a worse shooter. They’re for instant gratification, not for lifelong maturation.

[@crisscross6739]

I just don’t trust 1911/2011 near my junk for aiwb

[@AZ-yo1qd]

Springfield advertisement))))

[@thePreparedFather]

Yes it is better. Not as reliable but better 😂😂😂

[@Gungrave123]

the OG Prodigy was incredibly unreliable jam-o-matic.

[@TheLoneRanger745]

IT'S NOT A TOY BOY ! ITS A FIREARM , GROW UP !

[@themountrushmorestateofmin6307]

Don’t drop your 2011!

[@willmartin792]

thinking of getting my wife the G2C or G3C or the new GX2.....

[@spnfirearms]

I would go gx4 or g3c! Respect

[@willmartin792]

@@spnfirearms she has small hands and that is what I was considering. Thanks

[@danielpicquet1042]

Gx4 or gx4xl, either way go TORO version

[@popgfk9989]

If you say something else about a damn Glock 26 bro smh 🤦🏿‍♂️ 😂 act like that’s the best Glock ever made it’s not stop it

[@michaelpiliero9755]

@@popgfk9989 it is one of the best for EDC.

[@jimmywatson468]

The capacity isn't great, but I'd rather go with the Kimber micro 9 myself.

[@thegreenberetlife0191]

Of course it is a Glock 26 sucks hardcore…😂😂😂

[@NavyPistoleer]

Don’t use the prodigy as a 2011 comparison. It’s is a double stack 1911 with a lot of cut corners and requires quite a bit of work to be truly reliable.

[@jaredcaldwell4270]

It kinda depends. Most of the new ones tend to work pretty well now compared to the ones that were first released.

[@NavyPistoleer]

@ a perfect prodigy off the line from Springfield will have issues. It really depends on what level of a shooter you are though. Ask anyone who shoots, and I mean REALLY shoots and they’ll tell you how the prodigy ain’t it lol

[@OBZ74]

@@NavyPistoleerAgree! Unfortunately with no QC it’s like flipping a coin

[@LasCrucesBodycam]

You’re insecure

[@hernaldo14]

Where can i get one? I looked at my local academy and they dont have them even tho they are a dealer for SA