Springfield Armory built the Emissary as a high-end 1911, and the 9mm version trades the heavy punch of .45 for lighter recoil and cheaper ammunition. This example is used and comes with two magazines and the factory box.

A 9mm 1911 has its fans. The lighter recoil makes quick strings easier to control, and a single-action trigger lets you shoot accurately. Shoot a couple of magazines of your chosen ammunition before you trust it with anything important. Plenty of shooters keep a range log, and a pistol that is new to you is a good reason to start one.

The Emissary is aimed at buyers who want a well-finished pistol with modern touches. That usually means better sights, an improved grip texture and tighter tolerances than a basic 1911. Check the used pistol for the usual 1911 points, including the grip safety, the thumb safety and the slide lockup.

Some 1911 pistols are fussy about magazines. Two come with this one, and it is wise to run both through a range session before you trust the gun. It is sold used and as described. It ships to your FFL dealer, and the background check is run there.