The Springfield Armory 1911 DS Prodigy bridges the gap between classic 1911 design and modern tactical requirements. This optic-ready pistol delivers enhanced capacity and contemporary features while maintaining the proven ergonomics shooters demand. The polymer grip frame reduces weight without sacrificing durability or control.
What Makes This Different
Unlike traditional single-stack 1911s, the DS Prodigy features a double-stack magazine configuration that increases capacity to 10+1 rounds in 9mm. The optic-ready slide accepts popular red dot sights without requiring custom machining. The ambidextrous controls accommodate both right and left-handed shooters, while the serrated slide provides enhanced grip during manipulation under stress.
Key Features
- Double-stack 9mm configuration with 10+1 capacity
- Optic-ready slide cut compatible with popular red dot sights
- 5-inch carbon steel barrel with Black Cerakote finish
- Polymer grip frame reduces overall weight
- Ambidextrous safety and slide stop controls
- Serrated slide top and rear for improved grip
- Traditional 1911 trigger with crisp break
The DS Prodigy performs reliably across various applications from competitive shooting to duty carry. The 5-inch barrel length provides excellent accuracy potential for precision work, while the increased capacity addresses the primary limitation of traditional 1911 platforms. The Black Cerakote finish resists corrosion and wear better than standard bluing, maintaining appearance through extended use.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 10+1 rounds
- Barrel Length: 5 inches
- Overall Length: 8.5 inches
- Slide Material: Carbon steel with Black Cerakote
- Frame Material: Polymer with Black Cerakote
- Controls: Ambidextrous safety and slide stop
- Sights: Factory sights, optic-ready cut
- Weight: Approximately 29 oz
- Manufactured: United States
The DS Prodigy represents Springfield Armory's evolution of the 1911 platform for modern requirements. This configuration addresses capacity limitations while preserving the handling characteristics that made the 1911 a standard for over a century.