[SHOT 2026] Springfield 10-8 Performance Master Class 1911 – The Truth About Guns

Springfield Armory is known for making high-quality, superbly-crafted 1911s already. That is a reputation that has been long-cemented from their decades of work with the platform, but with their most recent collaboration they kicked up a notch even higher. While at SHOT Show 2026, they announced the new Springfield Armory 10-8 Performance Master Class 1911.

Springfield Armory 10-8 Performance Master Class 1911

The new Springfield Armory 10-8 Performance Master Class 1911 has an MSRP of $2,099, which is only $100 more than their TRP (Tactical Response Pistol) yet this new offering has a bevy of additional, desirable features imbued into it. All of the specs that you will want to know are listed below by Springfield:

• Cartridge: .45 ACP | 9mm
• Barrel: 5″ Forged Stainless Steel, DLC, Match Grade, Bull, 1:16
• Slide: Forged Carbon Steel, Black Cerakote®, Optics-Ready
• Frame: Forged Carbon Steel, Black Cerakote®
• Sights: Green Fiber Optic Front, U-Notch Rear
• Recoil System: GI Guide Rod, 10-8 Performance Reverse Spring Plug
• Grips: 10-8 Performance VZ Grips®, Hilton Yam Signature Inlay
• Magazines: (3) .45 ACP 8-Round | (3) 9mm 9-Round
• Weight: 43.1 oz (.45 ACP) | 42.6 oz (9mm)
• Length: 8.4″
• Height: 5.25″

Within the 10-8 Performance Master Class lineup, there are two selections to choose from with either a 9mm or .45 ACP chambered offering. Both have the exact same MSRP of $2,099 and nearly identical specs except for their differing overall weight and the magazines they ship with.

A Word from Springfield Armory on the 10-8 Performance Master Class 1911

GENESEO, ILL. (01/19/26) – Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of the 10-8 Performance Master Class 1911 pistol in .45 ACP and 9mm, a Lipsey’s distributor exclusive. Developed in partnership with Hilton Yam, founder of 10-8 Performance as well as a retired FBI Special Agent and SWAT firearms instructor, the 10-8 Performance Master Class 1911 reflects decades of professional end-user experience.

“The new 10-8 Performance Master Class is a culmination of all the aspects of my time working with the 1911 — from competitive shooting, to my law enforcement career, to building and designing parts for them,” said Hilton Yam. “This pistol represents everything I would want in a production 1911.”

“Springfield Armory 1911 pistols have long been renowned for their durability and performance,” said Steve Kramer, Vice President of Marketing for Springfield Armory. “We’re thrilled to be working with Hilton Yam and 10-8 Performance to bring our two company’s vision for this new Master Class pistol to reality — and the results speak for themselves.”

Final Thoughts

Springfield is the brand that keeps on giving and they never cease to surprise us with new announcements everyday of SHOT Show. We have visited their booth almost a half dozen times to ensure we aren’t missing anything.

As always, let us know all of your thoughts about Springfield Armory, their prior SHOT Show announcements we covered, and what you think about the 10-8 Performance Master Class 1911 in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback and engagement.