Springfield Armory Echelon 4.5F Comp 9mm, Integrally Compensated, Sharps Bros. Aluminum Grip Module, Black Melonite, 20+1
This full-size Echelon 4.5F Comp pairs Springfield Armory's integrally compensated, ported 4.5-inch barrel/slide system with a Sharps Bros. 7075‑T6 aluminum grip module wearing checkered wood panels and a flared magwell. It is a recent-release configuration that retains the Echelon's serialized Central Operating Group chassis and VIS direct‑mount optics interface, and it comes with three factory steel magazines and original accessories.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in great shape. Minor scratches and blemishes are present. The bore is clean and shiny.
What's Included
- Springfield Armory soft zippered case
- Original Springfield Armory factory box
- Springfield Armory VIS optics mounting accessories kit
- Interchangeable backstraps (2)
- Magazine loader
- Magazine extension base pad (installed on one magazine)
- 1x 20-round factory steel magazine
- 1x 17-round factory steel magazine
- 1x 15-round factory steel magazine
- Sharps Bros. aluminum Echelon grip module with wood panels and flared magwell (installed)
The integrally compensated design uses a ported, hammer‑forged steel barrel and matched slide window to reduce muzzle rise. The front sight is positioned to provide a clear sight picture through the ports. The slide wears a black Melonite finish and features front and rear serrations, a forward press‑check trench, and a muzzle‑area slide cut.
The serialized Central Operating Group (COG) is the modular core of the pistol, allowing the Sharps Bros. 7075‑T6 billet aluminum grip module to be installed. This grip module adds mass (approximately 8 oz), incorporates a steeper ~13° grip angle, and includes an installed flared magazine funnel. Checkered wood grip panels complete the setup.
The Echelon VIS direct‑mount optics interface sits under a removable cover plate and supports direct mounting with the included accessories kit. Iron sights include a high‑visibility front dot and a wide U‑notch rear.
The striker‑fired action is fitted with an aftermarket, flat‑faced, skeletonized trigger featuring an integral safety blade with a blue accent. A 3‑slot M1913 Picatinny accessory rail is machined into the frame for lights or lasers. Matching serial numbers are observed on the COG and the barrel hood.
Capacity is 20+1 rounds with the included 20‑round magazine, and the pistol ships with additional 17‑ and 15‑round factory steel magazines. An extended base pad is installed on one magazine.