Springfield Armory announced the SA-35 4" 9mm on April 7, 2026. According to Springfield's press release, the new model is a shorter-barreled version of the SA-35, which is based on John Moses Browning's P-35 design.
What Was Announced
The 4-inch SA-35 keeps the core design of the existing SA-35 line and swaps in a shorter barrel. Springfield says it is made in the United States. The slide, frame, and barrel are all forged steel.
The release points to several changes from the original P-35 layout. The SA-35 has a recontoured hammer meant to reduce the risk of hammer bite, an extended thumb safety, and a magazine that holds 15 rounds instead of 13. The barrel has an improved feed ramp, which Springfield says is intended for reliable feeding of current defensive loads.
Key Details
- Model: SA-35 4" 9mm (HP9204)
- UPC: 706397980801
- MSRP: $799
- Barrel length: 4 inches
- Capacity: 15 rounds, flush-fitting magazine, beveled magazine well
- Sights: White dot front, Tactical Rack black serrated rear
- Finish: Matte blue carbon steel slide and frame
- Grips: Checkered walnut, contoured
- Origin: Made in the United States
What It Means for Gun Owners
For shooters who liked the SA-35 but wanted a more compact pistol, this is the main point of the release. Springfield's marketing VP Steve Kramer described the model as keeping the same appeal in a smaller, faster-handling package. The release does not include independent testing, so handling and reliability claims should be checked against hands-on reports once the pistol is in more shooters' hands.
Bottom Line
The SA-35 4" 9mm is a new barrel length in an existing line, priced at $799. Anyone interested in the model can find more information on Springfield Armory's website.
