We have good news for our friends in California: The Springfield Echelon is now California-compliant.
That’s right, The Echelon managed to snag a spot on the California safe handguns roster even with all those snazzy features we love.
There are actually four Echelon models up for grabs, so let’s get to know them and see what needs to be on your shopping list.
Springfield Echelon (California-Compliant) Specs & Features
Specs
- Caliber: 9mm
- Action: Semi-automatic, striker
- Capacity: 10+1
- Barrel Length: 4” (compact), 4.5” (full-size)
- Overall Length: 7.25” (compact), 8” (full size)
- Weight: 24 oz
- Optic-Ready: Yes (VIS)
- Country of Origin: Croatia
- MSRP: $694 (non-compensated) $765 (compensated)
Features
- Four new California-compliant models
- Super user-friendly optic mounting
- Great grip texture and ergonomics
This news comes right in the middle of, shall we say, a bit of a shakeup in the world of guns you’re allowed to own in California. You win some and lose some, but this is definitely a win for Californians.
First up is the Echelon 4.5F – the first Echelon to hit the market. It’s a full-size pistol with a 4.5-inch barrel and plenty of real estate for larger hands.
Normally it comes with 17- and 20-round magazines, but California-compliant models get a pair of 10-round mags. This version also has the telltale, “Loaded when out” label below the extractor on the slide.
The adaptive grip texture, Central Operating Group, and awesome Variable Interface System remain from the original Echelon.
Check out our Springfield Echelon 4.5F review for a full breakdown!
Looking for something more carry-friendly? If you’ve managed to obtain CCW permit, the compact Echelon 4.0C is a more portable option.
The list of features is the same, it just has a shorter grip and slide. It’s also a little more manageable for people with smaller hands.
Think of this as a more feature-rich alternative to the Glock 19. It’s small enough to carry, but large enough to serve as a duty or home-defense gun.
Since California caps magazines to 10 rounds, you don’t even give up capacity to the larger Echelon.
Perhaps the most exciting news is that Californians can get in on the new comped models, the Echelon 4.5F Comp and Echelon 4.0C Comp.
These pistols have a port cut into the barrel and slide that significantly reduces felt recoil and muzzle rise for faster, more comfortable shooting.
Check out our Echelon 4.0C Comp review to get our impressions!
Springfield Armory lists an MSRP of $694 for the Echelon 4.5F and Echelon 4.0C, and $765 for the Echelon 4.5F Comp and Echelon 4.0C Comp.
What do you think of the new California-compliant Springfield Armory Echelon models? Let us know below. For more pistols you can carry in the golden state, check out our guide to the Best Guns on the California Roster of Handguns.
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