Lipsey’s and Springfield Armory Introduce the 10-8 Performance Master Class 1911

January 21, 2026
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Lipsey's and Springfield Armory just dropped a bombshell in the 1911 world with the exclusive 10-8 Performance Master Class, a collaboration forged with the legendary Hilton Yam. This isn't your grandpa's single-stack relic—it's a duty-ready beast chambered in 9mm or .45 ACP, packing Yam's signature specs like a tuned extractor, enhanced slide-to-frame fit, and a bull barrel for unflinching reliability under high round counts. Optics-ready out of the box with a direct-mount RMSc cut, aggressive front strap checkering, and a crisp 10-8 trigger, it's engineered for modern carry, competition, or duty use without compromising the 1911's soul. Priced around $2,200 through Lipsey's dealers, it's positioned as a premium performer that punches way above its weight. What makes this a game-changer for the 2A community? Hilton Yam, founder of 10-8 Performance and a no-nonsense trainer who's built pistols for elite LE and military units, brings his master class philosophy to Springfield's proven platform—think Springfield's legendary forged frame and slide married to Yam's obsessive reliability tweaks that have logged millions of flawless rounds in real-world stress tests. In an era where polymer strikers dominate duty holsters, this 1911 revival signals a renaissance: high-capacity 9mm variants (with 17+1 potential via mags) bridge the gap between tradition and tactical necessity, offering superior ergonomics and shootability that Glocks can only dream of. It's a subtle middle finger to anti-2A narratives painting handguns as outdated relics, proving the 1911 evolves while staying true to John Browning's genius. The implications ripple wide—expect this to spark a wave of custom 1911 builds among serious shooters, validating Lipsey's role as the exclusive distributor for these limited runs. For concealed carriers and range warriors, it's validation that premium iron isn't just bling; it's battle-proven insurance. If you're in the market for a 1911 that shoots like a laser and eats ammo like candy, this is your sign to pony up before they're gone. Springfield and Lipsey's just raised the bar—again.

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Lipsey’s and Springfield Armory just dropped a bombshell in the 1911 world with the exclusive 10-8 Performance Master Class, a collaboration forged with the legendary Hilton Yam. This isn’t your grandpa’s single-stack relic—it’s a duty-ready beast chambered in 9mm or .45 ACP, packing Yam’s signature specs like a tuned extractor, enhanced slide-to-frame fit, and a bull barrel for unflinching reliability under high round counts. Optics-ready out of the box with a direct-mount RMSc cut, aggressive front strap checkering, and a crisp 10-8 trigger, it’s engineered for modern carry, competition, or duty use without compromising the 1911’s soul. Priced around $2,200 through Lipsey’s dealers, it’s positioned as a premium performer that punches way above its weight.

What makes this a game-changer for the 2A community? Hilton Yam, founder of 10-8 Performance and a no-nonsense trainer who’s built pistols for elite LE and military units, brings his master class philosophy to Springfield’s proven platform—think Springfield’s legendary forged frame and slide married to Yam’s obsessive reliability tweaks that have logged millions of flawless rounds in real-world stress tests. In an era where polymer strikers dominate duty holsters, this 1911 revival signals a renaissance: high-capacity 9mm variants (with 17+1 potential via mags) bridge the gap between tradition and tactical necessity, offering superior ergonomics and shootability that Glocks can only dream of. It’s a subtle middle finger to anti-2A narratives painting handguns as outdated relics, proving the 1911 evolves while staying true to John Browning’s genius.

The implications ripple wide—expect this to spark a wave of custom 1911 builds among serious shooters, validating Lipsey’s role as the exclusive distributor for these limited runs. For concealed carriers and range warriors, it’s validation that premium iron isn’t just bling; it’s battle-proven insurance. If you’re in the market for a 1911 that shoots like a laser and eats ammo like candy, this is your sign to pony up before they’re gone. Springfield and Lipsey’s just raised the bar—again.

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