Adam Scepaniak 09.16.24
Springfield Armory has seen their Echelon pistol really take off since its introduction. With variants that offer a threaded barrel, their seasonal Gear Up package, and even offerings for more restrictive states, they have a little bit of everything. Additionally, they will now be offering an Echelon Manual Safety version for those shooters and hunters who desire an exterior safety on their handguns.
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What’s the Upsell? Springfield Armory Echelon Manual Safety
So, why should you dive in on one of these new Springfield Armory Echelon Manual Safety pistols?… An exterior manual safety can be a bit love-or-hate for many gun owners. I, personally, don’t own many handguns with an exterior, manual safety, but I am glad that Springfield is offering it to those who do wish to have one. Springfield gives this conclusive statement as to why you might want to give it a try:
An ambidextrous thumb safety is mounted to the frame and is textured for easy manipulation in adverse conditions.
A Word from Springfield Armory on the Echelon Manual Safety
Springfield Armory continues to share their thoughts on the newest offering they have through the most popular polymer handgun they are making in the Echelon:
Engineered with superior ergonomics and built to withstand the harshest conditions, the Echelon™ 4.5″ 9mm handgun sets a new standard for modern, striker-fired duty pistols. Featuring a frame-mounted ambidextrous thumb safety, this modular pistol is designed around a robust stainless steel chassis and revolutionary optics mounting system. Fully ambidextrous, the Echelon features a U-Dot sight system for fast target acquisition and includes two magazines.
Final Thoughts
As previously mentioned, Springfield is debuting several models that will don a manual safety through the Echelon lineup. In total, they will have 3 Echelon Manual Safety models for us to choose from:
All of these new manual safety models will have the same MSRP as the other standard Echelons at $679. As always, let us know all of your thoughts about Springfield Armory and Echelon manual safety handguns in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.
