Springfield Armory Introduces New SAINT Victor 8.5” 9mm Pistol

Springfield Armory has two SAINT Victor pistols currently available - a 11.5” 5.56 NATO and a 5.5” 9mm - and today this family of firearms is getting bigger. Springfield has announced an additional SAINT Victor 8.5” 9mm pistol as well.

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Springfield Armory SAINT Victor 8.5” 9mm Pistol

This new Springfield Armory SAINT Victor 8.5” 9mm Pistol (SKU: STV98509B) has an MSRP of $1,099, which places this variant in similar territory as its predecessors. It also shares a lot of the same attributes and characteristics as Springfield Armory outlines in their spec listing below for the SAINT Victor 8.5” 9mm Pistol:

• Cartridge: 9mm
• Barrel: 8.5" CMV, Melonite®, 1:10
• Upper Receiver: Forged 7075 T6 Aluminum, Type III Hardcoat Anodized
• Lower Receiver: Forged 7075 T6 Aluminum, Type III Hardcoat Anodized, Accu-Tite™ Tension System
• Bolt Carrier Group: 9mm Blowback
• Handguard: Aluminum Free Float w/ SA Locking Tabs, M-Lok
• Pistol Brace: SB Tactical SBA3

• Trigger: Nickel Boron Coated Flat
• Muzzle Device: SA Muzzle Drum
• Receiver Extension: 3-Position Adjustable
• Receiver End Plate: QD
• Charging Handle: Standard
• Safety Switch: 45-degree Short-Throw Ambidextrous
• Trigger Guard: B5 Systems, Polymer
• Grip: B5 Systems Type 23 P-Grip
• Magazines: (1) 32-Round
• Weight: 6 lbs 2 oz
• Length: 23" - 25.5"

A Word from Springfield Armory on the SAINT Victor 8.5” 9mm Pistol

“Geneseo, Illinois - July 8th, 2025 - Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of the SAINT® Victor 8.5” 9mm Pistol, the newest addition to the Victor line of AR-pattern firearms. This 9mm-chambered AR-pattern pistol with an 8.5” barrel adds a new level of capability to the popular SAINT Victor series.

The SAINT Victor 8.5” 9mm Pistol is designed to deliver a highly capable 9mm with all the performance and capability you have come to expect from the SAINT Victor line.

“The SAINT Victor 8.5” 9mm Pistol is an appealing new addition to the SAINT Victor family,” said Steve Kramer, Vice President of Marketing for Springfield Armory. “Combining compact dimensions with full-throated 9mm ballistic performance, this new 9mm pistol stands ready for self-defense or a great time on the range.””

Final Thoughts

For people who want a bit more velocity and a better ballistic advantage out of their 9mm shorty or PCC, this new Springfield Armory SAINT Victor 8.5” 9mm Pistol should provide that. The slightly longer barrel gets you a little better powder burn for your ammo while still being maneuverable in tight spaces. As always, let us know all of your thoughts about Springfield Armory and their new SAINT Victor 8.5” 9mm Pistol in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.