Introducing the New Springfield Armory Echelon 4.5F Comp: Precision and Performance in Every Shot
Looking for the ultimate in performance and recoil control in a polymer pistol? The brand-new Springfield Armory Echelon 4.5F Comp might just be the pistol you’ve been waiting for. In this video, we take a deep dive into Springfield’s latest innovation in the Echelon series, a firearm designed with a compensator (comp) built right into the slide and barrel. This feature not only reduces recoil but allows for rapid follow-up shots, whether you’re shooting one-handed or running drills at full speed.
Video Shooting the Echelon 4.5 Comp
From its flawless operation with various ammo types to the intuitive dot mounting system, the Echelon 4.5F Comp continues to raise the bar for polymer handguns. With no malfunctions through multiple tests, including using popular brands like Winchester and Nosler, this pistol is quickly proving to be a standout. Watch the video for an in-depth look at its performance and see how it handled everything we threw at it, including custom handloads.
The Echelon Comp is an attractive and feature-rich handgun.
In the comments, tell us what you think of this new Echelon from SA.
The texture and slide cuts on the Echelon Port are aggressive. The Echelon Comp’s port is very effective and there’s almost no recoil even shooting one handed. Check out the video above. I used a Trijicon red dot but the sights co-witness and work great. Having the backup tritium is nice. The rear U notched sight also features a racking shelf on the front.
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Great review. I bought a Springfield 1911 Prodiy Comp two months ago after watching your review of that gun.
You were very happy with the 1911Comp. How does the gun in this review compare?
Hi Earl,
If you want a polymer gun the Echelon Comp is tough to beat. If you want superior accuracy, superior trigger, and unlimited potential, the Prodigy Comp can’t be beat for the money. A $300 trigger job and it will compete with $3500 2011s. I don’t think you did the wrong thing if you like 1911/2011 style guns.
-True
Great review. I bought a Springfield 1911 Prodiy Comp two months ago after watching your review of that gun.
You were very happy with the 1911Comp. How does the gun in this review compare?
Hi Earl,
If you want a polymer gun the Echelon Comp is tough to beat. If you want superior accuracy, superior trigger, and unlimited potential, the Prodigy Comp can’t be beat for the money. A $300 trigger job and it will compete with $3500 2011s. I don’t think you did the wrong thing if you like 1911/2011 style guns.
-True