A ten-round magazine is the rule in some states, and Springfield offers a Hellcat made for that market. This Hellcat Pro Comp OSP is a 9mm with a 3.7 inch barrel, a low-capacity ten-round magazine and a black finish.

The Comp in the name signals a compensated barrel, which helps tame muzzle flip. OSP stands for optic sight pistol, meaning the slide is cut for a red dot. Together they make the little gun flatter to shoot and faster on follow-up shots, a useful feature in a pistol this size. Test your chosen ammunition before you trust it in the field or for carry, and stick with what runs well. A little practice every month beats a long session once a year.

Even in a low-capacity setup, the Hellcat stays slim enough to carry all day. North Carolina does not require a ten-round limit, so most buyers here will want the higher-capacity model, but this version is handy for anyone who wants a lighter, less bulky magazine or who travels to restricted states.

It ships to a North Carolina FFL dealer, where the background check is done at pickup.