Springfield Armory 1911 Emissary | .45 ACP | PX9218L

The Springfield Armory 1911 Emissary is a two-tone, forged-steel 1911 that combines traditional 1911 ergonomics with custom-style features. It ships with thin G10 grips, a tritium front sight and U-notch rear, and two removable 8-round magazines for reliable carry and range use. Suggested optic pairing: Trijicon RMR Type 2 — a rugged 1x red-dot that maintains a natural sight picture for traditional-style 1911 top cuts and dovetails while remaining under typical premium optic budgets.

Typical applications for this configuration include everyday carry / concealed carry in jurisdictions where a compact 1911 is appropriate, and precision-oriented range shooting where the heavier forged steel construction and bull barrel contribute to steady tracking and follow-up shots.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is listed as Springfield Armory.
• The model is the 1911 Emissary.
• The manufacturer’s part number is PX9218L.
• The caliber is .45 ACP.
• The published capacity is 8+1.
• The action is described as single action.
• The frame finish is stainless steel.
• The slide is described as a Tri-Top cut blued carbon steel slide.
• The grips are Black VZ Thin-Line G10.
• The sights are a tritium front and U-notch rear configuration.
• The barrel is described as a forged stainless steel bull profile (length shown inconsistently in source data; see notes).
• The overall length is listed as 7.75 inches.
• The unloaded weight is listed as 38.5 oz.
• The package includes 2 x 8-round removable magazines.
• The UPC is 706397934507.

The Emissary pairs forged-steel durability with custom styling details such as grenade-pattern checkering and a tri-top slide cut, producing a 1911 that feels substantial and tracks smoothly on the range. Its combination of tritium front sight and U-notch rear preserves classic sighting while allowing a red-dot option for faster target acquisition. If you value traditional 1911 controls and a robust forged frame with upgraded grips and sights, this model delivers a balanced, no-nonsense package.

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