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SIG SAUER Introduces the Commercial Variant of the U.S. Military M18 with the P320-M18

NEWINGTON, N.H. – SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to introduce the P320-M18, the commercial variant of the U.S. Military Modular Handgun System (MHS) M18. A smaller version of the M17, the P320-M18 features a 3.9” barrel, compact slide, and carry length grip module. The M18 was recently chosen as the official sidearm of the U.S. Marine Corps, and has been recently issued alongside the full-size M17 to all branches of the US Military as a result of the MHS contract award.

“Since the official selection of the M17 and M18 by the U.S. Army for the Modular Handgun System (MHS), we’ve seen significant civilian interest to own both variants of the handguns. The P320-based M17 and M18 are among the most tested handguns in history and the pair has been proven to be unmatched in both accuracy and reliability,” said Tom Taylor. Chief Marketing Officer, and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales. “We are very proud that with the P320-M18, civilians can now own the same innovation and versatility that has made either the M17 and M18 the handgun of choice for all branches of the U.S. Military.”

The P320-M18 is a 9mm striker-fired pistol with an exclusive “M18-XXXXXX” serial number that comes with one 17-round magazine and two 21-round magazines. The pistol features a SIGLITE front night sight and a removable night sight rear plate as specified by the MHS contract. The slide is optic ready and with the rear sight assembly removed, the SIG SAUER Electro-Optics ROMEO1Pro Optic mounts directly to the slide. The P320-M18 is configured nearly identically to the U.S. Military’s models and features black controls, a carry-length coyote-tan grip module, coyote PVD finished slide, and an ambidextrous manual safety. The P320-M18 is also available in a state compliant version and is currently listed on the Massachusetts handgun roster. Read more

Columbus, Georgia — Heckler & Koch is proud to announce the US availability of the HK SP5, the only authentic sporting version of the legendary MP5 submachine gun available.

The SP5 was developed by HK as a semiautomatic, civilian sporting pistol that matches the look and feel of the legendary MP5 submachine gun.

“Our whole team is very proud and very excited to finally bring the SP5 to the US,” HK-USA COO/CSO Mike Holley said. “The MP5 isn’t just a customer favorite, it’s an HK employee favorite too. So, we are just thrilled to roll out the most authentic semiautomatic-only version of it we’ve seen in the US.”

Designed and manufactured to meet the definition of a civilian pistol, the SP5 is loaded with authentic features, like a Navy barrel with threaded tri-lug adaptor, paddle magazine release, fluted chamber and chrome-lined bore. Read more

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – December 3, 2019 – Savage Arms is pleased to introduce Minimalist, a distinctly different take on the classic rimfire design. Minimalist combines a laminate stock for lightweight strength with several additional features for excellent usability in the field. With its button rifled barrel and user-adjustable AccuTrigger, the bolt-action Minimalist delivers Savage accuracy. Minimalist rifles are offered in 22 LR, 22 WMR, and 17 HMR. Read more

Naples, Fla., December 3, 2019- Azimuth Technology is proud to introduce the AZTP-22™ Precision Line of 10/22® style Barreled Actions, Receivers, Barrels and Components. Azimuth, industry leading manufacturing experts, produces exceptionally tight tolerances, consistent components for the firearms industry and specializes in increased performance and accuracy. The AZTP-22 Precision Line offers unsurpassed accuracy right out of the box. Read more

SPARTA, IL. – Zanders Sporting Goods, a leading national distributor of firearms, shooting accessories, and hunting products located in Sparta, IL, is proud to announce an exclusive shotgun offering from Istanbul Silah: the Impala Plus line of shotguns. Istanbul Silah is a Turkish-based industrial corporation known for producing high-quality firearms. The Impala Plus shotguns are the latest line of firearms to come from Istanbul Silah and will be available soon exclusively from Zanders.

“We are particularly proud to announce this partnership with Istanbul Silah,” noted Stefanie Zanders, President and Chief Operating Officer for Zanders Sporting Goods. “They are internationally known as producers of premium firearms with high-quality components. Zanders will be offering three separate series of shotguns consisting of 14 different guns in multiple color variations, finishes, barrel lengths, and more. We think our customers will love the quality and wide selection of Impala Plus shotguns that Zanders will offer.” Read more

Miami, FL – Taurus®, manufacturer of premium handguns for defense, hunting, and sporting applications, is excited to announce the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for its new U.S. manufacturing facility and center of operations located in Bainbridge, Georgia. The event will be held Thursday, December 5, 2019 at the new corporate headquarters.

The move to Bainbridge, Georgia, follows an initial investment of over $22.5 million in infrastructure and the creation of over 300 new jobs in Decatur County. The 5-year plan foresees continued expansion in U.S. engineering and production for the Taurus®, Rossi®, and Heritage™ Manufacturing product lines, and significant capital and resource investment in the Bainbridge area. Read more