Is a Springfield Hellcat a good gun?

The Springfield Armory Hellcat is a reliable accurate pistol that would be great as a CCW option and we recommend it without hesitation. However, it still feels like a gun made in Croatia (because it is) in that it feels like a solid “value” gun that has a LOT going for it.

Are there any issues with the Springfield Hellcat?

Perhaps the most talked-about issue with the Springfield Hellcat is the trigger. Specifically, the Hellcat's trigger has a tendency to jam through no real fault on the part of the shooter.

Is the Springfield Hellcat too small?

Ergonomics The Springfield Hellcat is a small gun, and it's almost too small for my hands. My pinky hangs off the bottom when equipped with the flush-fitting magazine. Luckily the gun comes with a pinky extension, and that provides a much better grip.

What is special about the Springfield Hellcat?

The Hellcat is the highest capacity micro-compact 9mm in the world. The 3"-barreled pistol measures a mere 1" wide and weighs just 18.3 oz. empty yet features a class-leading capacity of 11 rounds with flush-fitting magazine. Its extended magazine bumps up the round count to 13.

WARNING SPRINGFIELD HELLCAT IS NOT SAFE TO CARRY

Are Hellcats drop safe?

While many other Springfield Armory pistols sport a grip safety, the ultra-compact Hellcat does not. The lack of a grip safety, however, in no way means the Hellcat is unsafe. It is simply that the gun's redundant mechanical safeties are tucked away inside where you can't readily see them.

Can you dry fire Hellcat?

NOTE: Extensive dry firing can accelerate component wear/stress. Use snap caps if dry firing on a regular basis. WARNING: When you squeeze the trigger, you must expect the firearm to fire . You must take full responsibility for firing it .

What kind of ammo does a Springfield Hellcat use?

The Hellcat is only offered in one choice of cartridge, the 9mm Luger. Thankfully, this cartridge is the best choice for most people when buying a small handgun. It has acceptable recoil in a small package and many ammo options. While variety is good, it can also be confusing.

Is the Springfield Hellcat a pocket pistol?

The Springfield Armory® Hellcat® is a paradigm-shifting concealed carry handgun that packs up to a full 13+1 rounds of 9mm into a space previously reserved for pocket guns.

How good are Springfield handguns?

The Springfield Armory XD(M) Competition Series is a seriously great set of guns. It's highly accurate, extremely reliable, and its streamlined design allows for a balanced, lightweight hold. Whether you are looking for a home defense weapon or need a new competition piece, definitely try out the XD(M).

How long will the Springfield Hellcat last?

Springfield also offers an 11-round mag with a pinky extension. That, folks, means 12 to 14 rounds, if you carry one loaded in the chamber and a full mag. In a micro pistol? Yes!

Can a Springfield Hellcat shoot steel cased ammo?

It won't damage your pistol, so that's a non-issue...but be aware some ranges won't allow steel cased ammunition.

What pistol do Navy SEALs carry?

In 2015, the Glock 19, a compact 9 mm, was added to the SEAL handgun inventory. The SEALs plan to eventually replace the P226s with the newer Glocks. For now, the M9 continues to be the primary sidearm for U.S. uniformed personnel worldwide and the P226 continues to be the primary handgun of the SEALs.

Can a Hellcat Fire +P?

The Hellcat has proven not only that it can take tens of thousands of rounds of 9mm ammo, but can also handle a solid 10K of powerful +P ammo like that from Underwood Ammo.

Is the Hellcat 9mm +P rated?

+P FlexLock—the Hellcat is rated for +P ammunition—SIG 365 115-gr.

Is the Hellcat single or double stack?

The Hellcat truly is a new class-leading firearm, with a load of features not usually seen all together on a factory subcompact, with the size of a single stack but a double stack magazine.

Does Hellcat have grip safety?

This Springfield Armory Hellcat Micro-Compact OSP Handgun model comes with an ambidextrous, low-profile manual thumb safety mounted to the frame. Includes one 11-round magazine and one 13-round magazine.

Where are Springfield Hellcat pistols made?

The Springfield Armory Hellcat is a polymer frame striker-fired micro-compact semi-automatic pistol sold in the United States by Springfield Armory, Inc., and manufactured in Croatia by HS Produkt.

Will a Hellcat fire if dropped?

The Hellcat does have internal safeties to keep the gun from firing if it is dropped; but the internal safety won't prevent something from accidentally pulling the trigger through a soft holster.

Is it safe to carry a Hellcat with one in the chamber?

It is just too dangerous. The gun could go off inadvertently and cause injury or death. It does not take that long to rack the slide and chamber a round. I like single-action firearms.

Does Hellcat Pro have a safety?

Since the Hellcat does have a manual safety option, it's a reasonable bet that a manual safety Hellcat Pro will be available in the future. For now, the Hellcat Pro safety system comes via the trigger safety, striker pin safety, and a loaded chamber indicator port in the top of the slide.