Springfield Prodigy 1911 DS Review - Is This Gun A Game Changer?

Springfield Prodigy 1911DS Review
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Springfield just made a Double Stacked 1911 chambered in 9mm.
I was born and raised in the south, and in the south, we call all soft drinks "COKE", all tissues Kleenex, and all bandages Band-AIDs.
Many people in the gun world tend to call any double stack 9mm 1911 a 2011.
But that's not technically correct.
That's because all 2011s are essentially double-stacked 1911s, but not all double-stack 1911s are 2011s.
There are two versions of the Prodigy:
A 4.25" Forged Stainless Steel, Match Grade, Bull Barrel
and
A 5" Forged Stainless Steel, Match Grade, Bull Barrel.
Everything else is exactly the same.
Same grip and a grip length, same Forged Carbon Steel frame, the same Forged Carbon Steel Slide that is optics ready, same 2 Piece Full-Length Guide Rod, and they both come with one 17 Round and 20 Round Magazine.
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[@PaulAmerican]

I love how even after 112yrs the 1911 is still a top topic amongst handguns.

[@xostler]

Saint JMB was inspired by God.

[@anon_y_mousse]

That's because it is such an awesome design. Just look at how many calibers they come in as well.

[@m1yuuu_combatseawolf]

Well, it won 2 world wars tho

[@nitrojunkie22]

I'm still a firm believer that if Gaston Glock were alive in the early 1900's, nobody would know what a 1911 was. With that said, they ARE very well built, time and torture tested, and keep improving with age. Unfortunately, the $1500 price tag is a huge turn-off.

[@PaulAmerican]

@@nitrojunkie22 they have a 1500 price tag because they are for the decor now. Most countries use hammer fire steel framed pistols still. Philippines still use 1911s. A couple years ago the US Marines re-adopted 1911s. The US is spoiled with our logistics so getting new springs and cleaning kits arent a problem. When your glock striker tip breaks you can quickly get another. 1911 dont have coil springs they are all springed steel. 1911s dont need the maintance these other guns need.

[@iRecreation15]

"Grips like that one girl you know who is obsessed with kegels" first he does the Katt Williams cut ins and now this. Colion getting bold 😂

[@seyned89]

That caught me off guard 😂

[@Manco65]

Yeah that one had me ROFLMAO 🤣!

[@anon_y_mousse]

Best line I've heard in a long time.

[@crisnmaryfam7344]

Where is this chick at... lol

[@aarona2625]

It’s that line that sold me the gun lol.

[@ennislaney9261]

I bought mine as soon as I read the article in Armory magazine… Brought it home today then found this video. This is an awesome double stack. I agree with your take and appreciate this timely review.

[@cstayton09]

Pure gun poetry. You are definitely one of my go-to gun content creators. Keep up the great work

[@allentempleton2429]

If firearm rights are to survive and progress we need more influencers like this. Intelligent, accurate ,professional and reasonable. Unfortunately lots of the people in the space present a opposite image.

[@TruckManThings]

agreed. its hard to find the right ratio of politics/opinions to facts/mechanics of guns. I think colion nails it with being an advocate for rights, but keeping it to that and not going off on party tangents.

[@RudyTelesford]

Welcome.

[@johnyoungs7453]

Yeah, but while no offense or disrespect to Mr. Noir, EVERY gun he "reviews" is a "great gun" or a "game changer"...! What in the hell is a "game changer" here..?? For crying out loud - it really is "just another gun" - ok...?? What is "the game changer" here..?? That's the real issue with these "firearm experts": EVERY gun is "good", or "great", or, a "game changer". What crap...!! They're PAID to say these things, folks - ok...??

[@AngelofDeath1431]

@@johnyoungs7453 But, to be honest, a 1911 with double stack capacity is impressive. Especially when coupled with the extra round magazines offered.

[@gamergeek8933]

@@AngelofDeath1431 yeah but they have been around for a while. This isn't a game changer. Its a game addition.

[@same.0g760]

Literally just walked out the store with mine. Such a great lookin pistol, can’t wait to see what Springfield has produced. Let’s go Colion! 💪😎

[@zanegardner6488]

How much?

[@Osprey1994]

Nice, I don't know if we will ever get a restricted version for states that don't get to have standard cap magazines.

[@theodorehunter4765]

@@Osprey1994 They make flush fit 10 round magazines for single stack 9mm 1911s.

[@frankmendoza6391]

How much was it?

[@jaredlutz787]

Shut up and take my money

[@jojolandreneau2871]

Sir, you are the best GunTuber ever. Thanks for all your work on this platform and every other. Very educational and just freaking awesome!!!

[@danielmace4946]

Colion, nobody does a better gun review than you. Insightful, poetic, humorous and most importantly, informative. Keep up the good work brother!

[@richardw2801]

He literally just shilled a gun that has been getting a lot of flak on the fourms for reliability/quality issues.

[@danielmace4946]

@@richardw2801 Perhaps, but he may not be tied in to the forum's you refer to. I own several Springfield Armory products and in 20 years have only had one defect (a chambering issue). As luck would have it, it was my very first SA purchase. Their Customer Service was excellent. They did a great job of repairing the problem and the gun has never failed to chamber since. Were it not for their Customer Service I probably wouldn't have ever purchased another of their products. Today, my CCW is a Hellcat Pro which I am very happy with. Cheers Brother!

[@kevinm.8682]

My biggest complaint about the 1911 has always been the capacity. Being able to run a double stack gives me reason to give this platform a second look.

[@TheDkb427]

True but a 1911 should always be 45acp. That's what it was built for right

[@MichaelWilliams-nu6lv]

There are double stack ( 45s ) ♦️

[@xostler]

@@TheDkb427 by that logic AR should have been kept in 7.62 NATO because that’s what it’s designed for… 🙄 The market doesn’t need another 45ACP 1911. And this whole “it’s wrong if it’s different” gate-keeping-zeitgeist in the gun community needs to die off. So that genuine pro/ con discussions can be had.

[@zyanjojola]

@@TheDkb427 let me guess you, hate red dots too

[@atadbitnefarious1387]

@TheDKB427 *10mm has entered the chat.*

[@jfrost1260]

Springfield needs to release a Noir Edition! I'd buy it in a heartbeat

[@regulator7931]

Does he not have a noir edition on any firearm yet? Seems like a missed opportunity.

[@chrisj9008]

@@regulator7931 on the HK.. and it's beautiful

[@jrcumming997r6]

Imagine wanting a gun with another dude’s name on it

[@goodguy2477]

@@jrcumming997r6 I mean like 93% of guns have some dudes name on it. ie Glock, Smith and his boy wesson, and ruger.

[@pcpolice7937]

Beautiful, BAlanced, smooth, accurate, trigger is so well tuned to the firearm, you don’t know it’s there. At $1225 out the door, best Value firearm I have. Neck and neck with my Shadow 2 at $1650 I really appreciate the workmanship put in both

[@retrohollywoodmotionpictures]

Very impressive ... both the gun and the camera work! And that's coming from a gun enthusiast and filmmaker.

[@e.nichols5380]

Shot my brothers full-size prodigy this weekend and knew immediately I was purchasing one. Most excited I’ve been about a factory offering in a long time. Great content my friend.

[@easbreid9879]

Ive been waiting for Springfield to do this, i have a 5" RO Elite in 9mm and its an absolute tack driver. This is a straight up duty pistol and i cant wait to get one. Gorgeous

[@leeglidewell1473]

"I'm going to let that statement sink in for a moment"... absolutely, hilariously descriptive Sir Colion! Great video. Giddy up.

[@SoMoMule]

ANOTHER great review. Every time I search for a review, there you are. GREAT content.

[@outdoorstuff2679]

just saw one of these pistols for the 1st time at a gun show today. Came to KZbin to see if there were any reviews yet. This is the best review video by far. You sold me brother. I am gonna buy one now. New subscriber. Keep the great vids coming.

[@steveelliott1160]

Hey Colion, Lots of people do gun reviews on KZbin but can I just say that no one does as good of a job as you! I get so happy when I see you reviewing a gun that I really am interested in buying. After this video I cant wait to get my hands on this gun. Thank You so much for putting out quality videos like this.

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[@WyitAlan]

I've been wanting a double stack 1911 in 9mm for years. The Wilson combat you reviewed years ago has been a borderline pipe dream for me, never have been able to talk myself into the 3k+ price tag, spending half of that on a gun that you seem even more excited about now that I could probably do

[@guyontheinternet2946]

I bought that wilson combat. Its freaking awesome. Still mad at Springfield

[@robertsalyers1351]

I went with the Kimber Rapide Scorpius 9mm and just carry an extra mag ...it's a 9+1 so I'm good with 10 rounds to start the Fight

[@aidendelpino4613]

*Rock Island 1911 A2 has entered the chat*

[@Dcm193]

Buy a glock ,m&p ,p320 any of the other better guns for a lot less then you have more money for training

[@WyitAlan]

@@Dcm193 I think you completely miss the point of a gun like this.

[@chrisleonard4000]

Awesome review. Always enjoy your narratives. Thanks again for a great review and support of the 2nd. Keep up the strong work.

[@mddmdd4766]

Great video. Been wanting a version of the 1911 for some time but have to make room in the budget… This is my first time watching your videos and I must say you have a true talent. Thanks for the info.

[@Jason-nt5gr]

Just bought the Prodigy 4.25”. Took it straight to the range and shot 200 rounds through it. No cleaning/lube/nothing. Had three failures to go into battery but man can this thing shoot!! Going to give it a good scrub and lube and take it back to the range. So far, I am impressed.

[@Jason-nt5gr]

Follow up: Another 100+ rounds down range. Zero failures with both 17 & 20 round magazines. Still loving it!!

[@ChaoticSilverado]

How are you looking it now? I just got one but haven’t had time to go to the range

[@christopherobrien4493]

@@Jason-nt5grBruh making it 100 rounds without a malfunction isn’t exactly a glowing review.

[@s6xafterse7en]

Could be the factory ammo that caused the failure

[@six66string]

So after a year what do you think about the prodigy? I’m deciding between that and the pdp match and just can’t decide. Has the prodigy given you any issues at all? I heard there was a breaking in period to allow it to run smoother.

[@Gantiz]

"Grips like that one girl you know who is obsessed with kegels" 😂😂😂

[@kellettcox9177]

bro😂💀

[@InfernoPhilM]

Too far

[@nickarenas2423]

Had to rewind to confirm what I heard😂😂😂

[@kellettcox9177]

@@nickarenas2423 caught me off guard

[@ziggiesaquaticexotics8270]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@thetruthisoutthereyt]

I really enjoyed the interview in The Armory Life. This is a great review of this weapon. I want both but I have so many pistols already. I like it so much though. It really is everything I want in a 1911. Keep up the good work brother.

[@popsmorris5887]

Bought mine several weeks ago, 4.25" version. I love it! I have been waiting for this DS 1911 platform to be available at an affordable price for a long time. I have run almost 1000 rounds though it with no issues. I am a fan!

[@bobmrkus3185]

Your video's are always great. Especially with your own personal comparisons.

[@donandrew7063]

Colion, you sir, have convinced me. I've been a 1911 guy for over 25 years, but single stacks. I'm in on this one...

[@KoltonsPewTube]

Great review. Been wanting something like this to hit the market. It’s long overdue.

[@glensolomon1002]

Love your Channel. Just got my Prodigy. More after I get to the range. Thanks for all you do.

[@PlhPatrick]

I have a STI Costa Carry 10mm in their 2011, and STI combat carry threaded 9mm 2011 platforms. I just found their running mate. Great feel in the hands, now waiting for it to get here. The Springfield handles more diverse ammo and runs through everything quickly.

[@TheHonarable1]

That is a beautiful gun and I have to agree....that grip texture is absolutely perfect. Even with the documented hiccups its an absolute game changer!

[@jrc0004]

Just picked my 4.25 inch Prodigy up today. So awesome, so beautiful so balanced feeling. I cannot wait to throw some brass! I love Springfields, but this, at $1499, is a game changer!

[@markshimp3381]

Just picked a 5” up today. Can’t wait to run it. Your Videos are awesome man!

[@derekhubbell6106]

This is that old CN style! Love the out of the box references. Great return to form here.

[@tylorstewart8500]

I haven't even shot this gun yet and you make me want to go buy it right now. Great video!!! Springfield needs to put you on their advertisement team hands down.

[@orlanderhpetitiii8078]

They did on the Springfield magazine they even got the .308 and it's nice.

[@jchild5450]

So glad I caught this review! My 4.25” will be here Friday but I had a really good feeling about it 😎

[@thenickseditious]

I just bought the 4.25 earlier today really wish I saw this video before hand just simply because you would've sold me even more. Great video great kegals line

[@jamesw.hilliardjr.6128]

I love 1911's and this one is on my save for wish list. Glad I held off on getting the Springfield Loaded 1911.

[@RodneyBrown]

I believe this is one of the best reviews on the Prodigy I've seen. I am definitely going to purchase 1699 with hex and thank you for an excellent review.

[@rickjackson8061]

Great video, I really love your analogies, especially the Derrick Henry sprinting in a suit!!! Keep up the good reviews!

[@joshsobkowicz941]

Thanks a lot Colion I held this gun last week in my local gun store. Politely asked the sales person to put it away as I wasn’t interested in the gun. After watching your review last night and after work today (where I rewatched this video) I went up to the local gun store and purchased the 4 1/4 barrel prodigy. Thanks for the review, thanks for all your content.

[@derekutley3614]

Was it expensive? Does it come with a red dot optic?

[@SlicedBread2014]

@@derekutley3614 I think Springfield has them listed for 1.5k without and 1.7k with. You might be able to get it cheaper if you shop around.

[@TheAxe4Ever]

I got to shoot one of these just yesterday! One was sent to my instructor to check out that also works at our local gun shop. I met him at the range and got to put 2 mags through it. I am definitely getting one when they take shipment! Fantastic shooting and feeling gun. It just fits! And dude! That “kegel grip” line was the shit! 😂

[@hungngo2216]

nice ! did you shoot the 5 or 4.25 model ?

[@TheAxe4Ever]

@@hungngo2216 4.25 inch.

[@dragonrecovery8552]

I'm a new and proud Prodigy owner... of all the vids i've watched, yours has got to be the best in description. I watched this video twice just to make sure I didn't miss anything. Keep up the good work my man!

[@tyreseo1284]

One of, if not, the best video I’ve seen yet!

[@americanoverwatch1007]

Great review, love your channel. You are an asset to the 2A community.

[@makinfloppies6832]

Love to see you get back to this style of gun reviews. Presentation, fine firearms, elegance, background music, and supercar references is why I originally subscribed. Great job.

[@traeucity6087]

In other words, you don't like the political stuff. Too bad. Guns ARE political; and to ignore that fact is a recipe for disaster. I've found that those who resent political commentary on gun channels are usually Left-leaning. Their cognitive dissonance kicks in when they are confronted with the reality that it is their side that it is hell-bent on violating the precious Civil Right, known as the Second Amendment. If the Right to keep and bear arms was not under CONSTANT attack, we would all prefer to simply be entertained by fully monetized, glossy gun porn.

[@user-mq1up2fw4r]

Its a sales pitch, not a review

[@RelApex215]

Maaan, I guess I didn't get the memo that 'gun porn' has a new meaning. This man just used kegels to describe grip texture, what a time to be alive 😂

[@GMan56M]

I've been watching gun videos on KZbin for a decade... why have I never watched any @ColionNoir videos?? This was awesome; great video on a sick looking piece of equipment! Subbed.

[@Mrfreddyg32]

Colin, although I am a bit late to the party here. Thanks for a great video and more importantly a very unique use of adjectives to describe the Prodigy's feel, trigger pull, slide mechanics etc. I, like just about everyone who commented cannot wait to purchase. I will be buying both versions just because....

[@vangoodwin7335]

For an old white bearded biker, I appreciate a woman that does kegel exercises. On the contrary side of that, the governor of New York would hate this gun more. As a revolver and lever action shooter I do miss my .45 1911 from my early Army days. I hated the Beretta 9mm when it came out but I may consider this 9mm. Thank You Colion, I know you've read my comments and thought; "what an old fool"! And that's okay to each our own, but this handgun is one I'd consider for my motorcycles panniers, Thank You. For all you 2A advocate Americans, I'm fighting for you! You are in my prayers Hoka Hey

[@Maelstrom8]

Respect, brother!

[@timmiller7589]

🫡 🇺🇸! Thank you for your service

[@PhilWitDa_45]

I'm a lot younger than u but man I learned to shoot with pops .357 and uncles 1911 in .45...3 Glock 21s a Glock 30 and I grab the Glock 19 almost as mich as the 30.. hard to beat 15 to 33 rounds of 124 grain +p JHP

[@krdshrk]

Straight up - we need a comparison of the Prodigy 1911DS vs the Staccato P

[@_____mh]

Yes very curious he doesn't even mention the obvious comparison....

[@Gen3tx]

Check out Texas plinking. He just did the comparison

[@krdshrk]

@@Gen3tx He used a Staccato XC… not really a direct comparison. Would be better to test a Stacatto P or C2 vs the 1911DS

[@islesfan186]

@@_____mh considering CN is a huge Staccato fan, I’m also surprised he did not mention a comparison at all

[@_____mh]

@@islesfan186 I know I almost feel all tin foil hat conspiracy about it, that Springfield insisted he not compare them or something? When half the comments request it there's no way he simply overlooked it!

[@johnnyadkins9312]

just now called a dealer and bought this gun in the 4-1/2 barrel. (my first gun purchase ever). even signed up for the conceal carry class they offer as well. great vid. thanks man.

[@jimmysalgado5237]

How much did you pay? I want one

[@mr.ppabon1304]

Your reviews are great when shopping for a new tool but seriously you love everything you review

[@t3h51d3w1nd3r]

Great video man, it looks so cool, I wonder how many more decades the 1911 will be around. I'd say as long as guns are fundamentally the same it'll be around. The entire industry would have to be revolutionised before it's considered obsolete and even then it'll still be popular like revolvers to us.

[@christopherbaten5459]

Hopefully the 1911 is here until we get plasma blasters. But I’m sure they’ll have issues with over heating so people will carry 1911s as backups.

[@Dcm193]

It’s been obsolete since the hi power came about.

[@colt4528]

@@christopherbaten5459 did you win anything?

[@jimmythecacodemon2397]

This thing could be huge, especially with the price, looking forward to more content creators getting their hands on it and giving their options

[@Michael-uf1hz]

That it's cheaper, I dont think there is much difference. That's kinda what Springfield is after all, nothing wrong with it but you get what you pay for.

[@DoubleTap702]

Not much more than a RIA 2011. I’m for sure snagging one

[@fiveoboy01]

You spelled “shills” wrong.

[@Halal_Dan]

They gave him a free gun to say nice things about, this isn't a real opinion

[@fiveoboy01]

@@Halal_Dan to be fair, I like CN and his content is good. I’m not specifically calling him out as a shill. There are MUCH worse guntubers in that category.

[@matthewtelfer4326]

Thanks, you just sold me a Prodigy. Now I’ve got to decide what 3 guns I’m going to sell for the day I’m able to find one. Great video

[@RAZINCANE83]

Love the vids bro. Been watching you for years. I just stumbled upon this video and man I want that gun.

[@tikka308forme]

that looks like an awesome new gun in the springfield line. I've had a 1911 from them for years and wouldn't dream of trading it for something different. I'm extremely bothered that I can't get one in Ca! I don't know how long it will take these idiots to realized that the gun is just a tool, that person holding may be the problem, if not mentally stable. Colion, great review, keep up the good work.

[@timmiller7589]

Thoroughly enjoy your reviews and analysis of what’s happening 2A👍

[@johnshelby7973]

Great video as always. My only complaint is that my checking account is 1500 lighter. Please continue the great work. You are the only channel I watch that is not car or bike related. Of course I still got my car fill with the Aston Martin in this video. Phenomenal job sir!

[@BreacherUPTangoDown]

Love the video… lol… by far the best video on the system. You are the only one I seen give thoughts between both sizes….

[@robertmcnabb3412]

That was a great review. Yours are always top notch and never disappoint. It has all the info I needed to get this beast. Thank you

[@Halal_Dan]

This wasn't a review at all, it was an ad

[@clexpress8600]

Bad ass bro , I’m gonna try to pick one up soon , just can’t decide if I want the full size or the 4.25 , I already have a Staccato C2 & love it , so we will see , great review thanks man 👍🏼👍🏼

[@aarondyess9463]

Just bought the 5” prodigy, haven’t shot it yet, but I’m super excited. I’ve always carried a full size 1911, and the prodigy is just as comfortable to carry, along with the fact it fits my IWB holster for my previous 1911 perfectly, with double the ammo capacity, and not much extra weight.

[@bettlebumhauer]

Thought my EMP 4 Carry was the perfect 1911. You just changed my mind. As usual; outstanding video.

[@tlmorris513]

Man Colion, this is an excellent review. How could someone not go running to the local gun store, after watching this?

[@craigmorris8717]

Probably because he lives in New York

[@TheEaglekun]

How? Money lol. But no I get it, it is a heck of a sexy firearm

[@BeamMonsterZeus]

Cause lol it's a 1911

[@GYMMYT]

Because it's $1500.00

[@tlmorris513]

All valid points my 2A family. In this case, let’s pretend for a second you live in a pro gun state, and have money to blow. Now re-ready my comment under those parameters.

[@kirbyclone3293]

I have a Staccato C2, and it is the best handgun I have ever owned. But, at this price point, this new Springfield is worth a look.

[@randomchannelname24]

I was about to say this looks like a staccato

[@alanpalmer5478]

I also own a Staccato C2 and it’s the most accurate duty pistol I’ve ever shot. Springfield looks like they just made their version of the Staccato and cut the price considerably. Can’t wait to get my hands on one and take her for a test drive. Thanks, Colion, for your insightful take on this pistol. I enjoy your videos and appreciate your passion on this subject.

[@1111conrad]

Awesome video. I’m in the market for a 1911 so this really opened my eyes !!! Thank you sir

[@Spartan7437]

Congratulations on being on the cover of the Amory magazine. Awesome. Been following you for a while now and looking at the 1911 I want one and will get one. I currently carry a springfield xd 9mm can't wait to get another springfield

[@ppipowerclass]

Springfield has really been knocking it out of the park lately.

[@craigkaschan4822]

What a great video , thanks mate. So sad we can’t have these awesome tools in Australia.

[@michaelparks2521]

This wasn’t a review. It was a paid advertisement.

[@jobeee4570]

I'm sure Cleavers will be importing them soon.

[@justinpigg1694]

that kick, the action, how it gets back on target so smooth

[@stephenboneau9090]

Another awesome review, Colion! I think that I will have to get one of these.

[@derrickforeal4739]

History of the 2011 Pistol In 1993, an engineer named Sandy Strayer joined Tripp's business, Tripp Research, and together they designed and built a modular, hi-capacity 1911 frame. The final patent for this new competition pistol, now known as the 2011, was finalized in May of 1994. Article written May 5, 2022

[@regulator7931]

My first and only 2011 was the Para ordnance P14 I think. They're out of business now and she's not very reliable but was fun while it lasted.

[@davidsegal2236]

I think staccato trademarked the 2011. Also I believe it comes with a hex optic plate standard and you can buy other plates (made by agency arms) from Springfield. So you should have no issues with a Leupold DPP.

[@voodooreptiles3553]

Not at all, many companies have them.

[@ferrumchnop6617]

Yeah they did back when it was sti. Wonder if it'll bring down pricing for other models.

[@AllanG1914]

That's correct. 2011 is a STi trademark.

[@herewegoagain...]

@@AllanG1914 Not exactly, you cannot trademark a number. Now you are correct in that Sti certainly tried to trademark "2011" but that application was ultimately refused. Sti reorganized as Staccato and now has a trademark on "Staccato" and "Staccato 2011," not just "2011."

[@travistucker7317]

@@herewegoagain... svi and sti made the guns on the mag and frame Chip Mccormick designed. That's a 2011. Para did their thing. And i guess it gets down in the weeds from there.

[@scottsmith4710]

Great job reviewing the Prodigy. Awesome pistol.

[@andrewhazelrigg5290]

I love all your content! Great video!

[@hellfire0716716]

It's been a long time since SA has come up with something that made me excited. This makes me excited. I've owned a few Staccatos and I am sure side by the side the Staccato is absolutely a better gun, but for a long time Staccato has dominated the "mid tier" double stack 1911 market (I say mid in " because $2300-2400 is hardly mid tier for most people but when your competitors are $3k+....). It's good to see another option out there for people who want a double stack 1911 but can't shell out $2k+ for a handgun.

[@gentso109]

I completely agree. This gun will have more cost cutting options. MIM internals, a rougher stock trigger, less quality control, maybe? looser tolerance fitting barrel slide and frame, but this will no doubt get more people into the market. I hope people don’t expect the staccato experience with a Springfield gun….

[@rickhunter6513]

Staccato’s are very nice but how much better can it be than this SA? SA knows all about making 1911’s this shouldn’t be such a stretch on quality.

[@mickeyward1878]

@@rickhunter6513 smaller batch’s with staccato, higher quality control. All those small things add up, especially MIM parts. This pistol is a great price but for the extra thousand ish you will noticeably tell the difference

[@hellfire0716716]

@@gentso109 I know, inevitably someone is gonna say “well my staccato is way smoother and has a way nicer trigger and doesn’t have MIM parts”. Okay bro, but you could buy 2 of these for the cost of your Staccato lol

[@_____mh]

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[@andrewcharles6489]

The “top gear” version of a gun review. Phenomenal!

[@HarveyJames57]

Colion does the best, most descriptive gun reviews available.

[@johnlupton3758]

First time watcher thanks great video well done sir

[@weduhpeople8504]

It’s the front heavy bull barrel that soaks up the recoil. My CZ Shadow Target with the Shadow bull barrel is the same. Very front heavy, more than my CZ CTS long slide. Hopefully the Ca Roster will finally be thrown out so we can get this awesome Springfield Prodigy DS. I’d like to see a compact version with a shorter grip so it can be ccw.

[@chemislife]

Is the 1911 even on that bullshit roster?

[@NicoEl119]

"Like Derrick Henry sprinting with a suit on."-Colion Noir. Nominated for Best Analogy Ever. 🤣

[@HopingFor3]

I don't know man. The kegel analogy was pretty tight... I'll see myself out.

[@timparker9845]

Great video Colion! Loved the Ashton Martin / Derek Henry analogy!

[@td4man]

Really enjoy your reviews

[@blueviper8622]

I love your videos, firearms, cars and style

[@TTiger86268]

Have a ronin, it runs great, excited to get one of these. For the money, hard to beat. Don't need to break the bank for a great firearm. Canik proves that.

[@renem8130]

Ive been interested in getting a 1911 from springfield. The ronin was one that caught my eye. If you've fired a cz shadow 2, how would you compare the recoil?

[@movax_71]

Thank you for what you do! Great video/Promo and now im shopping.

[@garciamadrid9040]

Colion, you’re the top dog of gun reviewers!

[@joecascio2073]

Colion, you’re the best go to guy in the business. I just purchased the 5” model today. I wrestled a bit with going to the 4.25 version but ultimately decided on the 5. Glad I did. At 60 I can certainly use the extra sight radius and it just FELT RIGHT. I’ve seen and heard some bad reviews about reliability issues and I’ll bet most will be attributed to the mags. What ammo did you find the gun preferred? I may order some Atlas mags and change the spring to a Wilson combat. The tolerances are tight and my guess is that will help with reliability. Love to hear other peoples thoughts on this issue. I’m staying with it and going to train my ass off with this weapon. Can’t wait to get the ball rolling and spit some lead down range. Love your channel and professionalism. Maybe 1 day we’ll be able to meet up and shoot together. It’ll be a blast and maybe a little competition wager on the side. Always in the fight, stay strong and honorable.

[@AxinPhoenix]

Amazing looking handgun, I love how it doesn’t have that oversized pistol grip look that I hated on all other 2011’s wish it came in 10mm though.

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[@liamkisbee8117]

There's loads of 10mm 1911 manufacturers and designs and the 1911 litteraly comes in every caliber a glock dose near enough, double stack single stack there's even a 1911 in 357 magnum. The coonan 1911.

[@liamkisbee8117]

Oh and to add the 1911 can be made full automatic, John dillinger and his crew had some they came fitted with a Tommy gun grip

[@matthewdoobay7117]

It's literally the same size grip as pretty much all 2011s. You may be thinking of an actual 1911 double stack.

[@jessequitugua9014]

Bro... u got me sold I just ordered mine from my FFL Dealer! Thanks for the video sir I appreciate it

[@normwilson117]

Great review. Well informed and practical. Beautiful imagery. Might be sold on the 5” model.

[@jackomalley3687]

The 4.25 will probably be on target faster to me that is more important.

[@bobjordan8283]

I have 2 XDM's 5.25 one in .45acp and one in 10mm they just run! This 1911 has my attention! Thanks for the video and comments it makes me think where my Christmas money is going lol!!

[@DarlingEbony]

I have the same XDMs and I love them.

[@jamesbigredg1711]

Double stack 1911's are amazing, the only thing I would change to most of the options out there to make it better suited for me is make them all 10mm.

[@dixonbourne]

Amen

[@user-se9ie5sg5l]

Rock island offers a bad ass 10mm double stack 1911

[@jhonricvaldivia2129]

Absolutely the best rendition (presentation?). No one could have done a better job, even if Mr. Noir had a twin brother, everything that needed to be said, eloquently and so well articulated, I knew even before I watched his video that I would buy a sample of the Springfield 1911 Prodigy DS like, pronto! But now, I am going to HAVE to buy both of them, Big Brother and Jr. Brother. Thanks for that Mr. Noir! Texas Strong. Jon-Ric

[@LJA46]

Awesome video! Keep em coming!

[@OhioGentlemenArms]

This is a beautiful gun. I need to get this in my hands.

[@skippyvonbudro2919]

Best salesman ever..... Great video sir, keep doin what you do. Springfield should be giving you commission on every one sold. Gotta run and pick one up now. Did you get a light strike there toward the end of shooting the 4" model?

[@boneshank2237]

I can assure you he got paid for this review. Shilling for Springfield armory is a bad look

[@fiveoboy01]

LOL, you don’t think he’s getting paid for this “review?”

[@u4ia420]

Outstanding content as usual!

[@jmwalkerintexas]

Thanks for review. I love your content.