{"reviews":[{"id":6422704,"locale":"en_US","rating":5,"title":"Great firearm!!!","text":"Excellent firearm, I've owned many different handguns over the years and the Echelon really is the best that I've owned so far.","textLength":127,"csFlag":false,"inappropriateFlag":false,"reviewedFlag":true,"autoModerated":true,"published":true,"incentivized":false,"upVotes":0,"downVotes":0,"orderId":null,"dimensions":[{"type":1,"dimensionId":3,"dimensionLabel":"Value","id":11,"code":"VAL05","label":null,"value":5},{"type":1,"dimensionId":4,"dimensionLabel":"Durability","id":16,"code":"DUR05","label":null,"value":5},{"type":1,"dimensionId":5,"dimensionLabel":"Quality","id":21,"code":"QUAL5","label":null,"value":5}],"responses":[],"tags":[],"media":{"photo":[],"video":[],"audio":[]},"user":{"nickName":"Harry","firstName":"harry","lastName":"WORTHAN","emailAddress":"[email protected]","externalId":null,"city":null,"state":null,"country":null,"ageRange":null,"badge":null,"shopperProfiles":[]},"reviewedDate":"2025-04-12T16:57:03-04:00","purchaseDate":null,"dateCreated":"2025-03-27T08:28:16-04:00","customData":[],"incentiveType":null,"campaign":null,"deviceFingerprint":null,"topics":[],"catalogItems":[{"sku":"2597-EC9409B3D","title":"Springfield Armory Echelon Compact Optic Ready 9mm Pistol","url":"https://www.scheels.com/p/2597-EC9409B3D","category":"semi-automatic-pistols","reviewCount":1,"ratingCount":1,"averageRating":5,"ratingBreakdown":{"1":0,"2":0,"3":0,"4":0,"5":1},"active":true,"attributes":[]}]}],"offset":0,"limit":10,"total":1}"Full Description:\nEngineered for carry, the Echelon 4.0C retains the key features of the full-size model, with a shorter 4.70" threaded barrel and compact frame for enhanced concealability. Its revolutionary Variable Interface System provides unmatched direct-mount compatibility with today's leading red dot sights, complemented by tritium three-dot irons for fast target acquisition. The serialized Central Operating Group is housed in a compact frame. Includes a soft case, 15rd capacity with the flush magazine and 18rd with the extended magazine.\n\nFeatures:\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Designed for carry, retaining key features of the full-size model\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Accessory Rail: Includes a Picatinny rail on the polymer frame, allowing for the attachment of lights, lasers, and other accessories.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Durable Cold Hammer Forged Barrel: The barrel is constructed from cold hammer forged steel, known for its strength, accuracy, and long lifespan. \u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Lightweight Polymer Frame: The polymer frame contributes to a relatively light weight of 23.90 oz, enhancing comfort for extended carry and handling.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>High-Visibility Sights: Features a Tritium and Luminescent front sight combined with a Tactical Rack U-Dot rear sight for rapid and accurate target acquisition in various lighting conditions. \u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Optic Ready Slide: Designed to directly accept a wide variety of red dot optics for enhanced aiming capabilities.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>- Shorter 4.70" threaded barrel for enhanced concealability\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>- Compact frame for easy carry\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>- Variable Interface System for direct-mount compatibility with leading red dot sights\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>- Tritium three-dot irons for quick target acquisition\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>- Serialized Central Operating Group housed in a compact frame\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>- Includes a soft case\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>- 15-round capacity with flush magazine, 18-round capacity with extended magazine\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\nSpecifications:\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Grips: Textured\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Caliber: 9mm Luger\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Frame Size: Medium\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Frame Description: Polymer Frame w / Picatinny Rail\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Weight: 23.90 oz\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Sights: Tritium, Luminescent Front / Tactical Rack U-Dot Rear\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>OAL: 8"\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Brand: Springfield Armory\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Height: 5.50"\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Category: Pistols\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Model: Echelon\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Caliber: 9mm\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Barrel Length Range: 4" to 4.99"\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Capacity: 15+1\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Action: Striker fire\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Frame Finish: Black\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Overall Length (OAL): 8"\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Frame Material: Polymer\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Slide Finish: Black Melonite\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Slide Material: Steel\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Sights: Tritium 3-Dot\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Slide Description: Optic Ready / Serrated\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Barrel Finish: Black Melonite\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Barrel Material: Cold Hammer Forged Steel\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Twist: 1:10"\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Frame Size: Compact\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Grips: Black polymer\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Height: 5.13"\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Width: 1.20"\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Barrel Description: Steel\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Barrel Length: 4.70"\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Max Capacity: 18\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Weight: 25 oz\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Frame Description: Polymer Frame w/ Picatinny Rail\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n"