New Springfield Armory 1911 Operator 45 ACP

The new Springfield Armory 1911 Operator in 45 ACP. It has features that make it a great option for Law Enforcement, Military and Self Defense. We appreciate Springfield Armory for their help.
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[@losdawg6265]

I hope these manufacturers understand just how respected you are in the industry. When I consider a gun, I look to see if you have reviewed it. I have purchased 5 guns over the last two years with the confidence in your reviews. You never let me down once. Thank you so much for your channel, and keep the reviews coming sir!

[@freedomloverusa3030]

Same here bro.

[@mikecampbell5856]

Same here!

[@losdawg6265]

@@freedomloverusa3030 nice man!

[@losdawg6265]

@@mikecampbell5856 glad to see he is helping so many of us, Mike!

[@Jaybird-oo3ih]

I agree, II do the same thing. So it he's reviews are a trusted staple when checking out a new firearm on the market.

[@okierebel3278]

I love my 1911 and I love that saying "They all fall to the .45 ball"

[@theoutlawking9123]

111 years and STILL GOING STRONG! Thank You Mr. Browning, you created Perfection!!!

[@volcomguy51]

Old Snake found this to be a suitable .45 ACP to stop Liquid Ocelot. I really want one!

[@songoku9348]

An Operator......

[@sierramike9706]

😂👍👍👍

[@Redreefmedia]

I really like any review that shows the actual disassembly of the firearm. Too many guys take you to the range and show you all the fun features, but you have to clean the gun!

[@Dan-di9jd]

I was VERY hesitant in buying this. I mean very. I love the look of it but had such a bad experience with the 9mm Professional that I paid nearly 5 grands for that I ended up selling. The 9mm would constantly fail and jam and nosedive and I never could get it right. I got the Operator today and it is miles upon miles better and hasn't caused the same issues out of the 100 rounds I first fired compared to the Professional 9mm that right out of the box jammed. I'm guessing the 1911 was truly made for the .45.

[@TheUrbanSentinelChannel]

Just when I thought I was out... they pull me back in!

[@konovalov10]

Very nice weapon ! The 1911s are timeless

[@terrancechan6282]

Also AK

[@superiorshotgun4348]

@@terrancechan6282 Both are legendary

[@jeffslaven]

What a thing of beauty! Love the old school, and Springfield seems to excel in that area. I'd love to see your take on their SA-35 at some point! Thanks for another great, in-depth review Don!

[@intense_pickle]

I would have mentioned the fact that there are 10 round magazines available...Some of which are quite reliable (Wilson Combat for example).

[@MHGinTN]

Sootch the one thing I appreciate most in your pistol videos is you illustrat one handed shooting, since I use an elecvtric chair to get around and have only one hand free to operate the pistol. Thanks guy

[@warlockcommandcenter]

Sootch my first 1911 was a parts case made up from a stainless VEGA frame, colt series 70 slide, and a mix of other parts. It took 6-8 months work out the bugs. But once it was running it ran well. 20 year later, a nice factory tuned Kimber made my life easier, smooth running, no stoppages the 20 years had taken it toll on the VEGA. As a matter of fact the Kimber will be my EDT to day.

[@FoodFolksandGuns]

I’m not as active in the KZbin 2A community as I used to be so it’s great to see Sootch with over a million subs. Congrats Don!

[@morrish5476]

I just got that Springfield Garrison after seeing your review I love it I’ve shot about 300 rounds through it flawless

[@merc6]

My American Classic 2 has many of the same features as this minus the picatinny rail. This is my second 1911. I definitely enjoy shooting this firearm. For those who have never shot a 1911, the trigger is so silky smooth.

[@evanduhon4353]

I have one of these from about 3 years ago. The one I got was called the loaded black operator and it to this day is still my favorite gun that I own

[@adamscott310]

Great vid. Super thorough. Great perspective. Love the action shots--gives viewers a solid sense of shooting. Really like ya'lls style. Bloopers at the end were a nice touch ;)

[@nherr0608]

Was waiting for your video review on this gun when I saw it was released yesterday. Thanks!

[@JudgeD-hc9vw]

Great reviews and love the outtakes. I can understand the expectations you set for yorself on the vids. Qualty material....delivered.

[@karnaag]

Good O'l Sootch. Never met a product he didn't like as long as it was given to him to keep.

[@Rocketman9mm]

I had an MC Operator and loved it. Had to let it go when I had the chance at a Nighthawk at a good price. I don't regret the nighthawk as it's the best pistol i've ever owned, but I still miss the MC Operator.

[@garciajose702]

WOW. That is one nice looking SA 1911 Operator. LOVE IT. thanks for sharing this video. like I said before thanks to your videos I went and bought a SA XDM 10mm, no red dot. well rounded handgun.

[@neiljvoice1603]

Another well made and informative video . Thanks sootch00.

[@DallasDC11]

I bought mine 2 weeks ago just havent had the time to shoot it just yet but I know it's going to be a bad ass piece. Friday can't get here fast enough!!

[@carsgunsfun]

Springfield makes real quality guns, this one is no exception. Thank you for making these great and informative videos, I own two Springfield 1911’s both 9mm one 95% Custom engraved and the other two tone, real pleasant to shoot about 2000 rounds on each and not a single malfunction. 1911 Lover, but my favorite is the Les Baer SRP 45ACP😀

[@vent51177]

I love my Lightweight Loaded Operator. It was my first handgun.

[@chiefslief1886]

Another nice one again! I my eyes ya cant go wrong with a Springfield Armory 1911like this! I love this one. Thanks for this great review ❤👍🏻.

[@petert8807]

Sweet gun.. I just picked one up... was waiting for the MC Operator to get another production run, but... I'm happy with this model

[@dinokarakostas6407]

I just ordered mine this week. I look forward to shooting and enjoying this 1911. Thanks for the Review*****

[@beginning-reloading]

Nice review Sootch! Always up for some 1911 action. 👍

[@JR-jv3cd]

That stiff slide stop with empty mag is to protect the gun from somebody dropping the slide forward, like you happened to do, on an empty chamber. That damages the gun when done repeatedly. When there is a loaded mag, the slide stop allows you to send the slide forward, chambering a round. This process absorbs the significant energy of the spring sending just the slide forward. That is a normal action for the gun and does not damage it.

[@brunoboaz7656]

Well, Sootch, I saw your video on the Springfield Armory Garrison and thought about ordering one in the New Year but now that I have seen the Operator, I will be ordering an Operator instead. Great video, Sootch! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

[@kayinoue2497]

Ya girl learned on the 1911 and to me there's still nothing like a nicely put-together 1911 ,45, A well loved one with lots of use and care is just sublime--like a good gearbox in a sportscar. Satisfying as hell. I really want to get my hands on either the regular Operator or the fancier TRP edition. Not sure if it'll be my NEXT buy, but I'm sure one will find its way into my safe. Thanks for the thorough review.

[@smoothoperator137]

I have the emissary with 500 rds through of all sorts of ammo. A real hosh posh of ammo. And the gun runs flawless. I want this gun something serious for carry. Springfield makes absolute solid 1911s.

[@Chase_01]

Literally the only guy I go to for gun reviews

[@remraf72]

Good Morning Don,( Sootch00) Wow ! This was a great, informative video as usual. I have always admired your in depth yet simple presentation of knowledge packed vids. Exceptional ! Have a very Merry Christmas ! Warmest Regards from a long time subscriber in Arizona.

[@r.parker8299]

A fine looking pistol 😯💯. So many great firearms being produced today. A person could go broke real quick. Great review as always Sir 👏👍. Merry Christmas to your family 🎄🎅🤔🗽🦅🇺🇸

[@ms.annthrope415]

Low keyed, informative, good information. Just earned yourself a subscriber.

[@rockd8946]

Outstanding as usual you cover all the great points 👍👍

[@repetitivemotion]

Sootch, I’m not watching any more of your videos. I’m going broke buying all these cool guns that you are featuring. I have been out of room in my safes since last year thanks to you. My wife doesn’t believe me any more when I tell her that “I’ve had this gun for years you just never seen it before”. Sheesh, I’m getting tired of sleeping on the sofa. Because of you and the Firearm Guy I can open my own gun shop!

[@lunaticwolf]

I just bought this gun because of your review! This gun is awesome. The color of the grips is weird though. On your video they look OD green to me but in person they look more FDE to me. Pretty sweet gun though, no regrets at all.

[@tylergibbins7003]

Another great review. Thanks sootch.

[@rauldel-llano3102]

Thanks for the update.

[@johnband3]

Awesome review of the OPERATOR, this will be my next 1911. Thanks for sharing.

[@Mike-up6go]

I would gladly trade that front rail for a checkered front strap any day of the week. Makes a world of difference when your hands are sweaty and you need that critical accuracy.

[@dlife7427]

I totally agree! I would get the Emissary over the operator just because of the front strap checkering.

[@Goldenwithaleash]

I’ve had the TRP Operator for years and it’s been a fantastic firearm. My TRP has a bull barrel instead of a traditional bushing system. Honestly, I’d rather have traditional bushing. I’d still rather have my TRP but this Operator looks to be a good pistol. And I don’t know if I’d buy a new SA after the crap they pulled and never really recognized.

[@de629]

Did you get a Dawson guide rod? If not it's a must have for ease of disassembly.

[@excelerater]

my TRP has the traditional barrel w guide rod which I switched to a plug.....They must have switched it up

[@Goldenwithaleash]

@@excelerater they did. Mine is from around 2015 but I have a buddy that has an older one without a rail that has standard bushing.

[@Goldenwithaleash]

@@de629 I never had any problems dissembling with just a bent paper clip. I’ll have to check that out though.

[@JohnDoe-zg6fn]

I have the TRP Operator 5” in 10mm and I can’t say enough about it. It is my EDC and have had no issues. Mine does have the bushing which I like instead of the bull. Amazing weapon.

[@bobbyricigliano2799]

I was fortunate to pick up a Springfield “Long Beach” Operator that is nearly identical to Sootch’s review gun. It is an excellent pistol, but in that $1K price range, the Sig Tac Ops has the edge. Extended slide catch, factory magwell, external extractor, and a more beveled profile without all the sharp edges on the Springfield. The Sig also came with 4 Wilson Combat magazines from the factory. I never regretted buying the Springfield though, and either would serve perfectly as a defensive pistol.

[@RichTinker]

I chose the Sig Tac Ops too. All the reasons you listed are why it has the edge. Then I saw the new Operator and couldn't resist. Love both these 1911's! Great Firearms.

[@Sk8inbacon]

I just bought an operator last night. A sig fastback scorpion caught my eye but when I was checking it out I found the trigger felt like dragging a grand piano across a gravel beach. I handed it right back. Also looked at a magnum research 1911 that actually felt like everything was on ball bearings, and only 3/4 the price of the operator. No rail though.

[@MattH-wg7ou]

I went with the Sig 1911 Extreme even though I don't like the flat trigger. But I still find myself wanting a more traditionally designed 1911 (traditional slide profile, internal extractor, etc). But would I rather have an HK USP45? I dunno.

[@MattH-wg7ou]

I also like that the SA is a 70 Series. Not a fan of the 80 Series as in the Sig. But I still love that gun!

[@ava9oh1282000]

Bro have you shot the sig? Those "1911s" are a joke. Find me an agency or unit that uses them... I'll wait. Lol

[@4arrowsarmory335]

Another great video sootch! Keep it up! God bless buddy!!!

[@johnband5588]

Just got mine in the beginning of September aftera 9 month wait. Thanks for sharing.

[@mikeeaton9822]

I love the 1911s that's why I have 3 of them.

[@genelew6631]

Nice review Sootch!

[@darrellbounds9919]

I never had a problem with my mag well I guess I am just use to it as it comes your reviews on the 1911s is great 👍

[@shoaibilyas9682]

This table top review was incredible.

[@VonRiddick]

Great review - thank you!

[@JoyconJames]

I got this exact model and i love it so far!

[@paulsalb1686]

Keep up the great video's!

[@michaelpage4199]

Sootch that is a great slab side. Well worth the price. This gets two thumbs up

[@flavio-saopaulo9326]

Parabéns pelo vídeo! Bela 1911.

[@mitchcornacchia968]

Excellent review. Thanks

[@bobbymalcich63]

i hope you had a very MERRY CHRISTMAS SOOTCHOO AND YOUR FAMILY!!!

[@jamesa.7604]

You do really good reviews. I like this 1911. Looking for a good one in .45 ACP that won't break the bank and this looks like a winner.

[@nateh2652]

In the price range, springfield is really the only good option. I have the TRP operator and absolutely love it. Im a hard use type of guy, and it's not had a problem. The only downside is .45acp is dang close to $1 a bullet right now. Its around $0.80 if I recall, which makes it painful to shoot

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

I love the quote by George Carlin at the end of video !!!!!!!!!!!!! Long Living the Republic !!!!!!!!!!

[@tonnywildweasel8138]

Love that gun! Goes well with my M1A scout in a woods walk :-) Thanks for the vid, appreciate it a lot. Greets, T.

[@ZFlyingVLover]

Ha. I was thinking of getting this guy too to go with my M1A scout as well. Great minds think alike

[@tonnywildweasel8138]

@@ZFlyingVLover 👍

[@waynecastleman1363]

Lol Yeah I'm with you guys , that's a battle package that works ! 🇺🇸💪

[@Mr.T711]

Nice review. Thanks again for sharing.

[@recoveringknowitall1534]

The field strip and reassembly was extremely helpful.

[@GenerationKill001]

Great gun, awesome video.

[@stuartmarkman769]

I have had my Mil Spec Springfield 1911 and it is not fancy but it shoots anything I feed it. I wish I could carry it concealed but it is just too big. I like too take it when I go in my car and just let it nap on my lap. If I have too wake it up , oh well. Great video.

[@richstone2627]

Good video, enjoy the bloopers. I'm one of those guys that hates an ambi safety on a 1911. Thanks

[@ms.annthrope415]

Just picked on up this morning. Feel very solid. Did a full tear down to clean and lube. Feels very tight. Wish this had checkering on the front strap. I'll use skateboard tape for the time being. Everything feels good. But will need all new holsters as the rail won't fit any regular 1911 holsters. Fits my Streamlight TLR-1 1,000 lumen light perfectly. Lit of thr box the trigger measured 5.25 on my trigger scale. I'll out some rounds out first and if it does not settle in, I'll have a trigger job done.

[@wac8516]

I have one their loaded series. love springfield stuff. make sure you get one with NM in front of the serial number and will have been fit and finished in USA 🇺🇸 suppose to be better fit when built. I made sure they looked to make sure mine had NM on it they didn't mined checking.

[@bobgronenthal6100]

Wealth of information, thank you

[@rockleizhang4354]

I just got one. Really love it. Good looking and weight. Feel like designed for my hand.

[@waynecastleman1363]

Nice , I need to compare my Emasary , but I really like the looks of the Operator. Heck why not have both. Thanks awesome review. Stay Strong 💪

[@genewalker8837]

I just shot mine for the first time today. I love it.

[@saleemimalikimusawwirbey9029]

I personally would prefer the Emissary or the T.R.P. because of the full length guide spring rod, but not bad. Springfield Armory makes some of the best 1911,s I've ever seen. Good review.

[@boostedbavarian]

Gi setup all the way. Full length is annoying to take down.

[@anthonywashington3743]

Nice very nice pistol you are the man buddy happy holidays

[@jtscustomcutlery317]

This guy! Just straight cool man 😎👍🏻

[@alcolussi2529]

I three Springfield's. Two of them are the TRP Operator with the bull barrel and one is the emissary. One of the TRP Operators is the 6 inch 10mm version, they are all very sweet shooting guns. That being said, the gun in this video reminds me a lot of my Dan Wesson Specialist.

[@alcolussi2529]

@Makin Shooties That would be a tough choice but probably the dan wesson..

[@graveltruck5830]

I'm liking the AC/DCish into music.

[@lewisvarnum9632]

great vid sootch

[@Junior-fd8ux]

I need to get my dad a black 1911 with pearl grips. Kind of want a colt but will see, thanks for the video

[@otunca]

Have a great holidays brother cheers

[@joncbabin]

Excellent video...as usual

[@Filmpilot]

That’ll leave a mark. Love mine.

[@stinger8634]

I want this gun. I’ve been on waiting lists for the last two years for a loaded operator model and was notified the other day that Springfield had discontinued it.

[@vicentesanchez7168]

They All Fall To Ball … Love It … Well Said

[@kraggman]

Really nice handgun. Price isn't bad either. Thanks for the review.

[@vicentesanchez7168]

Your Goverment Model With the blueing Finish Absolutly Looks Excellent And Does in Deed Look Just As Mean And Great As The New Sprigfeild model Operator… Both Excellent Great demonstration…

[@WILDSTYLETELEVISION]

Great video, great info. Trying to buy one in stock at a local dealer? Not so great. Thanks for putting out such a classy 2A channel.

[@keithtate1241]

Nice looking 1911. Wish I could afford one. Thanks for the review.

[@kimmorrison9169]

They are pricey, look at Rock Island Armory

[@johnforrester9899]

Sds imports has one very similar for very affordable

[@thomass8362]

"For defensive carry, the light is very useful, especially at night" What a useful quote by Mr. Don! lol

[@ManetInAEternum]

A Marine Corps buddy of mine just sold me his (new never shot since he bought it) for a really killer deal .... It is Absofuckinglutely beautiful

[@richwilcox9564]

Beautiful firearm. Nice review.

[@aaronwhite2683]

Great review I subscribed

[@prokofievchambers8603]

Excellent review.

[@glockmpw]

“They all fall to HARDball” is the quote sir. 😁

[@KenRod1969]

Great handgun. Ordered one today from my local G.S. :-)

[@GhostDragon907]

Techwell magwell and matching grips really make the pistol behave

[@RichTinker]

I LOVE mine. Great gun.

[@MisteriosGloriosos922]

*Thanks for informative video, liked & Shared!!*