Why Agencies Allowing 1911s Should Look at the Springfield TRP 10mm

By Dave Bahde

When the FBI picked Springfield Armory‘s Professional model for its Hostage Rescue Team (HRT) and later SWAT teams, many wanted a similar pistol at a lower price. So, Springfield launched the Tactical Response Pistol (TRP) in 2001.

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Source:: Tactical Life