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A year ago Springfield Armory introduced the 911 .380 ACP concealed-carry pistol. And while it was welcomed by most concealed-carry practitioners with open arms, some still don't acknowledge the .380 as a viable defensive cartridge. Today we have learned that the 911 is now available in 9 mm, and in five configurations. American Rifleman editors are currently out Industry Day at the Range getting their first chance at this more powerful model of a popular platform for Springfield, but for now, check out the specifications, finishes and variations the new 9 mm in which the pistol will be offered.
The cycle of operation is the mechanical sequence of events that it takes to fire one shot out of a firearm. If one of those steps fails to take place as designed, there is an interruption in the cycle of operation and the gun stops firing.
The Colt Model 1911 pistol and its derivatives are among the most iconic military handguns ever made. But in 2026, does the M1911 still hold up as a quality defensive arm?
CZ's 527 action was long a popular option scaled around compact cartridges like the .223 Remington and the 7.62x39 mm. Now, the new CZ 600+ Carbine brings that same concept to the company's new CZ 600 series.
In our latest "I Carry" setup, we're featuring the Smith & Wesson Model 386 Night Guard in an ANR Design holster, and we've got a Streamlight EDC flashlight to round out our kit.