{"id":67862,"date":"2017-01-12T11:50:32","date_gmt":"2017-01-12T16:50:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/?p=67862"},"modified":"2017-01-12T11:50:32","modified_gmt":"2023-08-20T15:29:39","slug":"new-carry-contour-emp-springfields-ccw-9mm-1911-gets-even-better-full-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/new-carry-contour-emp-springfields-ccw-9mm-1911-gets-even-better-full-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Bobtail Carry Contour EMP: Springfield\u2019s CCW 9mm 1911 – Full Review."},"content":{"rendered":"

To learn more, visit https:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/products\/1911-emp-4-concealed-carry-contour-9mm\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Springfield Armory is bringing out a new EMP for SHOT Show 2017, called the 4\u201d Lightweight Champion Concealed Carry Contour Model<\/a>.<\/a> This new pistol is based on the EMP<\/a> that was first introduced in 2007. The original EMP is a truly unique gun, as it solves a problem that had been around for about 80 years: How do you make a 9mm run reliably in a 1911 platform?<\/p>\n

Springfield resolved this problem with a patented short-action design they call the Enhanced Micro Pistol (EMP). The EMP has a frame\/grip length that is 1\/8\u201d shorter than\u00a0a traditional 1911, which solves several problems on its own. The magazine is designed specifically to accommodate the 9mm, as opposed to a standard 1911 magazine with a spacer added. The slide stroke and breech face are made for the reduced length case; these factors solve the reliability problem.<\/p>\n

A bonus to this redesign: The shorter grip radius makes the gun more comfortable in the hand for most shooters, while also offering a more comfortable carrying experience with a smaller-proportioned pistol.<\/p>\n

\"Bobtail<\/a>

The new Concealed Carry Contour EMP 9mm from Springfield delivers all the advantages of the EMP platform in a package designed for enhanced CCW.<\/p><\/div>\n

The improvements to the EMP platform have not stopped coming. In 2016, Springfield added a new model called the Lightweight Champion 4.0. This gun was way more than just a line extension; it was a major branch on the family tree. This gun was upsized, with a 4\u201d barrel, longer grip, and different sights. These changes also facilitated a 9-round flush-fit magazine. I had a chance to review the gun last year, and liked it so much I bought it! The Lightweight Champion 4.0 was geared to compete in matches and see regular use, as opposed to the original EMP\u2019s focus on concealed carry\/personal defense. Ideally, you\u2019re not having to fire your personal defense firearm regularly!<\/p>\n

\"Bobtail<\/a>

As easy to shoot well as it is to carry, this new EMP variant has a lot of potential.<\/p><\/div>\n

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