Lots of times at SHOT Show you see old stuff, maybe offered in a new color of Cerakote, but not from CAA USA. This year they introduced the Agada Rifle (Hebrew for “Legend”). It is in fact something completely new and unlike anything you’ve seen before.
The premise of the Agada is rooted in the concept that the way people traditionally hold a rifle is not the most combative, natural or ergonomic. The Agada sets out to change that.
The “pistol” grip is placed on the right side of the gun with the trigger also co-located with it, housed in its own trigger guard. Additionally, there is a grip safety built into where your thumb rests.
The forward grip is angled into the gun from the left side. So when the shooter is holding the gun, they are in a boxer’s stance. The gun is supported largely by the shooter’s major muscle groups. The goal is to reduce fatigue.
Like most modern rifles the Agada features an adjustable stock, both for comb height, length of pull, and butt pad placement. It can even be folded. The rifle is chambered in 9mm and is blowback operated. It uses standard Glock magazines and the left side of the receiver is cut away and enlarged, making it easier to load, rather than forcing the shooter to come through to a traditional vertical magazine well.
The gun features an ambidextrous safety, magazine release and bolt release. And is charged by a reciprocating charging handle on the left side of the rifle. Additionally, there is a continuous top and bottom 1913 rail on the handguard, as well as M-LOK slots cut into the 3 and 9 o’clock positions for mounting accessories.
Also, built into the front grip is a 500 lumen tactical light, with strobe settings. And on the opposite side of the grip (right side), is a pivoting kickstand. This allows the gun to be placed down on a level surface, but still gives the shooter immediate access should they need to retrieve the gun quickly.
You can expect the Agada Rifle in April of 2022 with a price tag of $899.00. Initially offered in a 16-inch version, 10-inch SBR, or a 10-inch rifle with a pinned and welded fake suppressor, bringing it to an overall length of 16 inches.
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Another reinvention of the wheel.
Hmm, I’m a leftie – so pass… Apart from that – a “rifle” in 9mm parabellum is a joke.
I’m with you, I like my rifles to have the capability to be effectively wielded from both shoulders… hard pass
Actually, it is available for lefties. Go to their website, they give you the option for left or right.
Not me. Space gun.
I’m sorry but I’m not listening to a person that wears a damn mask
Even funnier is that his beard would make a full-face respirator worthless, let alone the mask.
It’s a libtard Nevada state mandate that requires all attendees and vendors of Shot Show to wear masks while indoors. True Pearce and other media members must have been given a pass while filming interviews so their audience can actually hear them.
Just by the rear pistol grip I will pass, nice way to get your hand and elbow shot off.
I especially like the picture where the guy’s hand is IN FRONT of the muzzle but slightly below the bore line – talk about flash burns! Did anyone think about the potential issue of a hand in front of the muzzle?
Some interesting innovations to sidestep the “assault” weapon bans in various states. The ergonomics sound as if it makes sense, but I would have to hold one to know for sure. I wonder why it is only offered in pistol calibers and not 223/556 or other rifle calibers.
I’ve never looked at CAA’s stuff, but I like IWI equipment.
I wonder how long it will take for it to show up in Rambo 18. He’s already shot everything else out there. And John Wick went Muslim, sooooo……
…another hollywood ‘spacegun’ that has almost no modern day real life application.
I’d like to check one out in person. Definitely wouldn’t order unhandled sight unseen online only to find out it sucks and I hate it. MSRP of $899 isn’t bad. But being a lefty, I imagine when the left handed version comes out, it’ll be more.
Not sure how I feel about a “kick stand” on a rifle? Most put their rifle on the ground/floor via the buttstock and lean it against a wall or something. This will take some table space if it’s a squad. lol
Other then that, I’m all for innovation. But sometimes, just because you can, doesn’t mean you should?
They have a lefty option available. Price I think is the same. Yay4that.
Another CA Commyplient rifle? At least the one dude has his mask on. 🐑💨😷
Another trendy black rifle that I don’t care about, especially because I’m left-handed. The older I get, the less interested I am in “new stuff”, I’m pretty much a single action/lever action guy now, but if you want one…enjoy!
I’ll wait and see. I like the built-in light, but it looks a little too far back, like it would light up your left hand and blind your 11 o’clock.
Leave it to Israelis to find new and innovative ways to kill people. mazel tov
Take off your stupid mask. I could only watch half of this video. Check the science on masks. Virus is 1 micron masks are 10-200 microns.geees
My first thought: Why is this rep wearing a basically useless cloth mask? To protect himself from what? It gives off a sheeple like vibe. I’d like to know if CAA mandated that he wear it. Either way, I’ll pass on their gimmicky offerings.
will the plus size tattooed chilcren of the corn single mom welfare chicks dig me even more if I get one
This firearm violates one of the basic principles of firearm handling and control by putting the support arm on the side, instead of under the weapon, to support it’s weight.
It is the answer… to a question no one has asked. I believe it will be dead on arrival.
Clearly, you aren’t up to snuff on Combat rifle handling, such as in 3 gun competition.
Combat rifles aren’t for competition target shooting.
The technique is different, and I can see where this gun has addressed that.
Not to mention it’s weight to begin with.
In WW 2, many vets recognized this and altered their guns, such as a vertical grip seen on the forestock of the B.A.R.
Truth is, the common Rifle stance is NOT ergonomic, nor natural.
Since they’re screwing with the trigger anyway, why not go ahead and make it a bullpup?
I don’t know that I agree with their premise that the way people traditionally hold a rifle is not the most combative, natural or ergonomic. However, I’d like to hold one of these rifles and try it out. It is odd looking but maybe there is some advantage to the unique placement of the pistol grip/trigger and the foregrip that make for a steadier hold and more accurate shooting.
If you become injured or incapacitated in combat and need to fire this cluster-f of a gun from the weak side, you’re done for. There is no way that is possible. Amazing a firearm design made by the Israelis overlooked that crtical necessity!
Excellent Points, though handling a long gun while incapacitated may be a long shot in any case. Don’t know, haven’t been there.
Regardless, all conventional firearms can be fired from either side in a life and death situation. You may get some brass in your face at worse but at least they can be operated ambidextrously in a hold. This is impossible. Combat training and any defensive carbine training ALWAYS requires firing from the weak side.
It says there is an ambidextrous safety and mag release. There must be some way to fire it lefty? Maybe a forward trigger toggle?
Regardless of the safety and mag release, look at those grips! How are you going to switch your hands for that?
How many thousands $$$$$ will it cost?
Another gimmick!
A classic reaction Johnny.
Interesting. Unique. Worthy of a closer look. NOT ready for a “blind” pre-order.
Admittedly, this comment doesn’t belong here, but hopefully someone at GA (or Taurus) sees it and corrects the issue. I saw the ad/promo for the Taurus 605 Defender. Since I’ve always had an affinity for revolvers with a 3” barrel, I clicked on it – took me straight to the Taurus website. Nothing. Not listed in any category on the site, nor can it be found by conducting a search. I guess I should’ve learned my lesson by now. I’m STILL waiting for my return label from Taurus so that I can send them my defective Millenium Pro .45acp back in exchange for the crappy 9mm replacement as outlined in the class action lawsuit settlement. WTH was I even thinking considering another Taurus ? Thanks to their stellar marketing/web department, I’ve been brought back to my senses.
Agreed, I wouldn’t use a Taurash to bludgeon someone. Worst firearms I’ve ever owned.
Most firearms are similar in their configuration, allowing people who train regularly to put their operation into their “muscle memory.” Along comes a company who designs a radically different firearm to confuse everyone. Either re-train with only this weapon, or leave it alone, otherwise you’re setting yourself up for disaster.
There was something in the pictures that looked off. I want to be wrong so help me be. I love innovation and ergonomics. I’ve seen AR shooters mimic this type of hold with fore grip placement in or to angle the rifle for a more ergonomic and steady stance by using more stable muscle groups and skeletal structure. So this intrigues me. The problem is the machining. It looks to me there are rolled edges and even a burr. Especially zoom in on the bolt and the charging handle cut where it slides back to lock open. That a no good place for a burr.
Interesting weapon but not interesting enough to get me to buy one. Id like to handle one just to be fair but I think most people will say: “cool but Im heading over to the M1A table”.
Why ambi controls for a rifle designed strictly for right hand shooting?
The picture you reference is simply a poor angle. His hand is well behind the muzzle and safe.
Watch the video and it becomes much more clear.
It’s an interesting concept but needs to be experienced to experienced to appreciate it.
Just curious… if they’re changing our hand position to a more ” NATURAL ” placement… will there be a MOD for the French Military where the hands are ABOVE the head ???
I see some of the ODDEST hand placements on rifles/pistols at the range… one or TWO of them seem to actually work… most of the rest look very HOLLYWOOD or VIDEO GAME !
Racist! LOL
Innovative, I appreciate CAA trying something new. Looks awkward to shoot and the pictures are at weird angles, so it is hard to get a good look. Clearly the guys hand is not in front of the barrel that is an illusion. When I get a chance I would love to shoot one and try it out.
All this for 9mm…? Waste of rifle.
Rep said a 10mm coming soon.
This idea seems like it would make more sense on a very heavy rifle intended for off hand firing. Or Hollywood!
As a Martial Arts instructor(and former Marine) I find this firearm unique. I’d like to see how it feels before I’d make a judgement on it. Any firearm or weapon system that encourages use of good body mechanics in my view, is always worth a look. I can understand some people not liking the design but some of the comments in my view are a little harsh. Seems like some people can’t express an opinion without saying mean things and coming across like an a-hole. I applaud any company coming out with a new firearm design.
Totally agree!
Richie MacAulay, USMC ret.
One picture looks like a sure way to blow away the top of your hand…or at least get a good dose of muzzle blast…yikes.
I didn’t like that left knuckle anyway … soooo
Camera prospective.
You have to watch the video in the article. That grip is well behind the muzzle, maybe half way down the handguard. He was sweeping the gun and the picture froze at the moment that looks like his hand was in front of the muzzle.
Like nothing you’ve ever seen………and hopefully will never see again.
In that one picture that guy will shoot a couple fingers off holding the firearm like that (The grips of the Agada Rifle place the shooter into a boxer’s stance). Dude pull that hand back or you wont be able to count past eight. Boxing and shooting are two different sports.
AND most people don’t know how to properly ‘Box’ to begin with!
My wife says that about me.:-(
Not that impressive. No thanks.
Interesting!! Was it intended to defeat a lot of CA’s crazy rules or do they think there’s real ergonomic stability and advantage to that grip structure?
Does that trigger pull and mechanism create reliability issues? How does it feel?