Springfield Armory 1911 Emissary PX9217L | 9mm | 4.25″

The Springfield Armory 1911 Emissary PX9217L is a two-tone 1911-pattern semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9mm Luger with a 4.25″ bull barrel. It combines forged steel construction — slide, barrel and frame — with a blued carbon steel slide and stainless-steel frame for a custom-inspired appearance and durable finish. The pistol includes a Picatinny accessory rail, VZ Thin-Line G10 grips, and Springfield’s U-Dot tritium front sight for low-light acquisition.

For a compact red-dot that pairs well with this platform and stays under $1,000, consider a 3 MOA pistol-dot such as the Vortex Venom or a similar low-profile micro reflex designed for carry/compact 1911 slides.

Applications: everyday carry (EDC) with appropriate holster and training, and precision range/target shooting where a heavy bull barrel and match-grade components aid accuracy.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Springfield Armory.
• The model and part number are 1911 Emissary (PX9217L).
• The cartridge is 9mm.
• The action is Single Action.
• The barrel measures 4.25 inches and is described as a forged stainless steel, match-grade, bull barrel.
• The barrel features a fully supported ramp and is listed with a 1:16″ twist in the supplied data.
• The overall length is listed as 7.75 inches.
• The weight is listed as 40 oz.
• The frame finish is Stainless Steel.
• The slide finish is Blued carbon steel and the slide is described as serrated.
• The grip material is VZ Thin-Line G10.
• The sights are listed as a tritium front sight and a U-Notch (adjustable) rear sight.
• The muzzle is listed as plain.
• The magazine type is listed as removable.
• The UPC is 706397934514.

The Emissary blends traditional 1911 ergonomics with upgraded components — a bull barrel for reduced felt recoil and improved stability, an accessory rail for lights or lasers, and tritium front sighting for low-light work. The two-tone finish and G10 grips give the pistol a refined, purposeful look without exaggeration.

Built on forged steel parts and finished with match-grade details, this Emissary is intended for shooters who value precise fit and function in a modern 1911 package. It suits informed shooters seeking a durable daily-carry-capable 1911 profile for carry with the right holster, and those who favor accurate, range-focused pistols for target work.

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