Springfield Announces New Echelon Alpha

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With an MSRP of $599, the new Echelon™ Alpha 4.0C 9mm offers a more accessible entry point into the modular Echelon ecosystem. Built around the robust Central Operating Group™, a serialized stainless steel chassis, it delivers a rock-solid foundation for a modern defensive handgun. The Variable Interface System™ enables direct-mount capability for today’s most popular optics, while purpose-driven ergonomics deliver performance where it counts. The Echelon Alpha is ready to perform today and evolve with you over time.

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AT THE CORE

At the heart of the Echelon Alpha is the same Central Operating Group found in the award-winning Echelon. Precision-built from stainless steel using advanced manufacturing methods, this serialized chassis can be easily removed and paired with different grip modules and slides, allowing you to quickly reconfigure the Alpha across the Echelon platform.

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SEAMLESS OPTICS INTEGRATION

Concealed beneath the polymer slide cover plate is the Variable Interface System. This patent-pending design allows users to mount over 30 optics directly to the slide without the use of adapter plates. Simply configure the self-locking pins for the footprint of your desired optic to achieve a low, direct mount for improved sight picture and intuitive alignment.

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SELF-LOCKING FRONT PINS

The Variable Interface System uses patent-pending self-locking pins to deliver one of the most advanced optics mounting systems available. As the mounting screws are torqued to spec, the pins apply lateral pressure to the optic’s interior mounting surface, eliminating variance and left/right movement. The result is an unparalleled fit between the slide and a wide range of optics.

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Polymer Cover Plate

When no optic is installed, the included cover plate seamlessly fills the space for a clean, finished slide profile.

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Hammer Forged Barrel

Hammer forging produces a stronger, smoother bore for improved accuracy and service life, while the Melonite® finish adds corrosion and wear resistance.

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Ambidextrous

The Echelon Alpha is equipped with an ambidextrous slide stop and magazine release for intuitive use.

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Oversize Trigger Guard

Oversized for use with gloved hands, the Echelon Alpha features an enlarged trigger guard that is undercut.

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Adaptive Grip Texture

Developed for the challenges of concealed carry, the Adaptive Grip Texture feels smooth to the touch until you apply pressure and engage the more aggressive texture just below the surface.

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Textured Indexing Points

Common indexing points on the Echelon Alpha are textured for an extra-firm grip.

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The new Echelon Alpha will be arriving at Gallery of Guns soon. 10-round and California-compliant models will also be available.

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Click HERE to browse all Echelon models.

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