Description

Springfield 1911 EMP 40 S&W Compact Centerfire Pistol with Cocobolo Grips

Overview

If you are searching for a compact 1911 that actually conceals well without sacrificing the classic platform feel, the Springfield 1911 EMP 40 S&W Compact Centerfire Pistol with Cocobolo Grips deserves a hard look. Springfield Armory designed the EMP (Enhanced Micro Pistol) series specifically for the 9mm and .40 S&W cartridges, meaning the frame and slide are scaled down from a full-size 1911 to match the shorter cartridge dimensions. The result is a noticeably slimmer grip circumference and a shorter trigger reach, making this .40 S&W compact easier to control and carry than a chopped-down Government model. Chambered in .40 S&W, this EMP gives you the extra punch of a .40 in a package that feels like a 9mm in the hand. The cocobolo grips add a touch of tradition and provide solid traction without being abrasive against your cover garment.

Features & Specs

The Springfield 1911 EMP 40 S&W Compact Centerfire Pistol with Cocobolo Grips is built around a forged stainless steel slide and a lightweight aluminum alloy frame. The barrel is a fully supported, ramped bull barrel that locks up tight for consistent accuracy. The trigger is a forged, match-grade unit with an adjustable over-travel stop, and the factory trigger pull on these typically breaks cleanly around 4.5 to 5 pounds. The three-dot sight system is low-profile and snag-resistant, and the slide is fitted with a GI-style ejection port that has been lowered and flared for reliable ejection. The cocobolo grips are checkered in a double-diamond pattern and fit the slimmed EMP frame perfectly.

• Caliber: .40 S&W; capacity: 9+1 rounds with flush-fit magazine; overall length: 6.6 inches; barrel length: 3.5 inches
• Weight: approximately 27 ounces unloaded; forged stainless steel slide; lightweight aluminum alloy frame with Armory Kote finish
• Fully supported, ramped bull barrel; forged match-grade trigger with adjustable over-travel; checkered cocobolo double-diamond grips

Who It’s For

This pistol is for the shooter who appreciates the 1911 manual of arms but needs something that disappears under a T-shirt or light jacket. The Springfield 1911 EMP 40 S&W Compact Centerfire Pistol with Cocobolo Grips works well for concealed carriers who want the .40 S&W’s terminal performance in a package that doesn’t feel like a brick on the belt. It also fits the hand of someone with smaller to average hand size better than many subcompact polymer pistols because the grip is thin front-to-back. If you are a reloader, the fully supported barrel lets you work up .40 loads without worrying about case bulge near the feed ramp. This is not a range toy; it is a purpose-built carry gun that also shoots well enough to use for IDPA or steel matches in the compact division.

• Concealed carriers who prefer a metal-framed 1911 with a shorter grip and slide
• Shooters with smaller hands who struggle with double-stack subcompact grips
• Anyone wanting a .40 S&W compact that delivers .40 power without a full-size footprint

Shipping & FFL

We ship the Springfield 1911 EMP 40 S&W Compact Centerfire Pistol with Cocobolo Grips to your chosen Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer. After you place your order, we will need your FFL’s current license on file before we can ship. Please confirm with your receiving dealer that they accept transfers from individuals or online retailers before ordering. Shipping is via a carrier with signature required, and we comply with all state and local laws regarding handgun transfers. If you have questions about compatibility with your state’s roster or magazine capacity restrictions, contact us before purchasing so we can ensure a smooth transfer.

• We ship only to licensed FFL dealers; you must be at least 21 years old to purchase a handgun
• Your FFL must provide a signed copy of their license and a valid email address for shipping confirmation
• All sales are final once the firearm ships; we cannot accept returns on serialized firearms