# Springfield Emissary 1911 9mm 5" Semi-Auto Pistol

**Brand:** Springfield Armory
**Category:** Full Size Handguns
**Caliber:** 9mm

## Specifications

- **Caliber:** 9mm
- **Barrel Length:** 5"
- **Capacity:** 9 rounds
- **Finish:** Stainless Steel
- **Weight:** 44 oz
- **Overall Length:** 8.4"
- **UPC:** 706397934484
- **SKU:** UCCR41k8K

## Description

The Springfield Armory 1911 Emissary in 9mm is the Government-length configuration: 5-inch heavy-profile bull barrel, 2.6 lbs, 9+1 capacity, stainless and black finish. It has the tritium and luminescent front sight with Tactical Rack U-Dot rear, VZ Thin-Line G10 grips, and the standard Emissary oversized trigger guard.

### Key Specifications
- **UPC**: 706397934484
- **Caliber**: 9mm Luger (9x19 Para)
- **Action**: Semi-Automatic (Single Action)
- **Capacity**: 9 rounds
- **Barrel Length**: 5 inches
- **Weight**: 2.6 lbs.
- **Finish**: Stainless and Black

### Detailed Features

The 5-inch Government barrel gives a longer sight radius than the Commander versions and improves velocity slightly over the 4.25-inch barrel. The heavy-profile bull barrel reduces muzzle flip. The U-Dot rear combined with the tritium/luminescent front is quick to pick up across backgrounds. VZ Thin-Line G10 grips balance traction and comfort at the 5-inch length. The 9mm chambering in this frame produces lighter recoil than the .45 ACP versions.

### Usage Scenarios

- **Competition:** 5-inch barrel with a heavy bull profile and match tolerances suits 1911-division competition.
- **Home Defense:** 9+1 capacity, tritium/luminescent sights, and reliable single-action operation.
- **Recreational Shooting:** 9mm ammo costs less to shoot than .45 ACP at the same quality level.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What caliber is the 1911 Emissary?**

A: This version of the 1911 Emissary is chambered in 9mm.

**Q: Who makes the 1911 Emissary?**

A: It is made by Springfield Armory.

**Q: What is the barrel length of the 1911 Emissary?**

A: The barrel is 5 inches, a heavy-profile bull barrel.

**Q: How many rounds does the 1911 Emissary hold?**

A: It has a 9+1 capacity.

**Q: What type of firearm is the 1911 Emissary?**

A: It is a full-size single-action semi-automatic pistol in the Government-length configuration.

**Q: What finish does the 1911 Emissary have?**

A: It has a stainless and black finish.

**Q: Does the 1911 Emissary have night sights?**

A: Yes. It has a tritium and luminescent front sight with a Tactical Rack U-Dot rear sight.

**Q: Where can I buy the 1911 Emissary?**

A: Compare current vendor offers on this page.

## What Reviewers Say

*Quoted verbatim from YouTube reviews. Each link opens the video at the moment quoted.*

> The 1911 is a single action pistol and honestly it is one of the safest guns to carry.
>
> — [sootch00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8q4kJ3VGjo&t=253s)

> This makes a huge difference in getting your hand up on the pistol and also with this tang hammer you can get slide bite if you have really large hands.
>
> — [sootch00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8q4kJ3VGjo&t=635s)

> I love the 1911 trigger i mean it is the best i mean it's so crisp that single action trigger pull.
>
> — [sootch00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8q4kJ3VGjo&t=938s)

> I like it i'll give this an a plus guys the u-notch sights i mean they just really show up that ring around the site whether it's bright sunlight or not.
>
> — [sootch00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8q4kJ3VGjo&t=1002s)

## What Customers Say

*AI-generated insights from customer reviews*

The 9mm 5-inch Government Emissary draws buyers who want the longer barrel and sight radius but prefer 9mm over .45 ACP for cost, recoil, or capacity reasons. Build quality, fit, and finish are consistent positives. The trigger pull gets good marks compared to lower-tier 1911s.

The U-Dot sight picture is specifically mentioned as easy to pick up during fast shooting. VZ grips and the oversized trigger guard are practical inclusions that most owners keep stock.

The 9mm choice in a 5-inch Government platform generates some discussion about whether the Emissary is a better buy than the Commander version for this caliber, since the size advantage of 9mm over .45 ACP is somewhat reduced by the full-size frame. Price, break-in period, and customer service variability are the same recurring topics as the other Emissary variants.

## Pricing

**12 offers available**

| Vendor | Price |
|--------|-------|
| Guns Com | $899.99 |
| Guns Com | $942.99 |
| Impactguns Com | $1034.49 |
| Gritrsports Com | $1035.99 |
| Shootingsurplus Com | $1036.95 |
| Kygunco Com | $1041.60 |
| Buds Gun Shop | $1045.99 |
| Grabagun Com | $1049.99 |
| Centerfiresystems Com | $1050.99 |
| Globalordnance Com | $1069.50 |

*...and 2 more offers*

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