Carry pistols used to ask you to give up either size or capacity. The Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro changed that with a micro-compact 9mm built for concealed carry. This version is optic ready and finished in flat dark earth.

Being optic ready means the slide is cut to take a red dot sight. Many carry permit holders in North Carolina now run a dot on their daily gun because it is faster to pick up in low light and easier on aging eyes. A little practice every month beats a long session once a year. Spend an afternoon at the range before the season so you know exactly where it shoots.

The Hellcat Pro has a longer slide and barrel than the base Hellcat, which gives a better sight radius and a more controllable gun. It is still small enough to disappear under a shirt in summer. A flat dark earth finish sets it apart from the black pistols most people carry.

Practice with your chosen holster until the draw is smooth, and carry within the law. It ships to a North Carolina FFL dealer, where you complete the background check.