Wilkinson Arms

Wilkinson Arms is a niche American maker centered on the Linda family of 9mm firearms and supported parts. The company traces its roots to designer Ray Wilkinson, who developed a compact 9mm design in California and later produced the Linda pistol and the Terry carbine, eventually reviving production in Idaho. Today the brand focuses on Linda pistol-caliber carbines, legacy Linda pistols, and factory parts that keep existing guns in service.

Tactical Precision

The Linda platform uses a simple blowback system paired with rigid aluminum receivers for consistent cycling and practical accuracy. Current carbines feature 16 inch barrels with optional 1/2x28 muzzle threading, fixed sights with an accessory rail, and controllable ergonomics that make predictable hits straightforward with common 9mm loads.

Multi-Mission Ready

As a pistol-caliber carbine, the Linda serves range practice, steel matches, and close-range utility where low recoil and affordable ammunition shine. Factory configurations and accessories allow owners to set up for iron sights, optics, or suppressed shooting, while keeping the handling consistent across variants.

Durability Without Compromise

Receivers are machined from aluminum, controls are straightforward, and current barrels and small parts are supported by the factory. The robust, closed-bolt blowback action and available replacement components contribute to long service intervals and uncomplicated upkeep.

Product Focus

Rifles

Wilkinson’s primary long gun is the Linda 9mm carbine, offered in classic wood-foregrip form and the LE-3 configuration with a shrouded 16 inch barrel and Picatinny handguard. Both use aluminum upper and lower receivers, a cross-bolt safety, a dust-cover over the ejection port, and provisions for optics via a receiver rail. Factory spec includes 1/2x28 muzzle threading on most models, with non-threaded barrels available by request.

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Pistols

The original Linda was a semiautomatic 9mm pistol from the 1980s, paired in the catalog with the Terry carbine. Ray Wilkinson named these models after family members, and later introduced the Sherry pistol and other variants. Modern production emphasizes the carbine, but the pistol’s lineage informs the current control layout and magazine-in-grip architecture.

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Shotguns

Wilkinson Arms is not known for a shotgun line. The brand’s production and current parts support focus on the Linda pistol-caliber platform and related components. Prospective buyers looking for a Wilkinson shotgun will generally be shopping outside this marque.

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Frequently asked questions

What makes Wilkinson Arms stand out?

A compact 9mm platform with aluminum receivers, simple blowback operation, and factory parts support that keeps legacy and current guns running.

Does Wilkinson Arms currently make complete firearms?

Yes. The Linda 9mm carbine and the LE-3 configuration have been cataloged in recent years, with periodic availability.

Is the Linda carbine suppressor-ready?

Most current models list a 1/2x28 threaded muzzle, suitable for common 9mm muzzle devices and suppressors. Non-threaded barrels are available on request.

Can I get replacement parts and accessories?

Yes. Barrels, small parts, and accessories are available directly from Wilkinson Arms.

Did Wilkinson Arms make other pistols?

Yes. Historical models include the Linda pistol, the Terry carbine counterpart, and later pistols like the Sherry, reflecting Ray Wilkinson’s original product family.

Where can I buy Wilkinson Arms firearms?

Current carbines and factory parts appear on the company’s site and through specialty dealers. Availability varies by production runs.

About

Wilkinson Arms builds compact 9mm firearms and supports a loyal owner base with spares and upgrades. The brand pairs straightforward mechanics with practical ergonomics, giving shooters a controllable platform with a distinctive retro profile that still meets modern range needs.

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