Springfield 911 380 grips
Springfield 911 380 grips
The Springfield Armory 911 .380 is a micro-compact, single-action 1911-style pistol engineered for deep concealment and reliable everyday carry (EDC)
Springfield Armory, the modern Illinois-based revival of the historic armory (est. 1974), launched the 911 on January 1, 2018, as its first-ever .380 ACP model—announced via press release and showcased at SHOT Show 2018 in Las Vegas. It filled a gap in premium pocket pistols amid surging demand for modern .380 defense ammo
Inspired by the legendary M1911 platform (John Browning's 1911 design), the 911 scales it down dramatically: 2.7" barrel, 5.5" overall length, ~15.3 oz unloaded, 6+1 / 7+1 capacity, forged steel slide, aluminum frame, ambidextrous thumb safety, G10 grips, crisp 5 lb trigger, U-Dot sights, and beaver tail for full-size 1911 ergonomics in a tiny package
Key features: all-metal construction for durability, low recoil, excellent shootability, and "when seconds count" branding—positioning it as a true backup or primary carry gun over polymer DAO micros
Variants followed: black Nitride finish (2018), Alpha value model (SHOT Show 2019), and 9mm version (announced January 2019)
Praised for accuracy, reliability, and 1911 familiarity, the Springfield 911 .380 quickly became a top concealed-carry choice—proving Springfield's skill in miniaturizing timeless design for modern defensive needs