Not to be confused with the original government arsenal that operated from 1777 to 1968, the modern Springfield Armory was founded by Robert Reese in 1974. The company built its reputation on the M1A rifle and high-quality 1911 pistols before expanding into the polymer striker-fired market with the XD series. On the California roster, Springfield is heavily represented with their 1911 variants — from entry-level Mil-Spec models to premium TRP and Ronin editions — plus the popular XD and Hellcat lines in their CA-compliant configurations.
Looking for a Springfield Armory handgun you can legally buy in California? CaliRoster tracks every Springfield Armory model currently approved on the California Department of Justice (DOJ) Certified Handguns Roster. There are currently 81 Springfield Armory models approved for retail sale through licensed California FFL dealers.
Springfield Armory offers 4 calibers on the California roster, with .45 ACP being the most common (39 models). Prices range from $479 to $1,549 MSRP.
Yes — any Springfield Armory model listed above with "On Roster" status can be purchased new from a licensed California FFL dealer. You'll need a valid Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC), must pass a background check, and complete the mandatory 10-day waiting period. All California handgun purchases must go through a licensed dealer, even private party transfers.
Models marked "Expiring" are still available but may be removed from the roster soon. Models marked "Removed" can no longer be purchased new at retail, but may be available through private party transfers (PPT), law enforcement exemptions, or intrafamilial transfers.