9mm

Just when it feels like the SIG P320 controversy might finally quiet down, something new jumps out of the bushes.

For units already fielding the M17/M18, the approval should make it easier to tailor pistols to specific roles such as range, convoy, or close-quarters duties.

The new Echelons are built around Springfield’s patent-pending Central Operating Group, a self-contained stainless-steel chassis that is serialized and removable from the grip module.

If you want a compact 9mm that shoots flatter than most pistols out of the box, try the Archon Type B Gen 2.

The catch? MSRP: $5,800. And quantities will be limited to select dealers and Jacob Grey’s own online shop.

The GX4 Strike Bravo, developed with Strike Industries, pairs the pistol’s small footprint with a purpose-built chassis and modular grip that accept a folding stabilizer.

Unlike mass-assembly production lines, each 2K11 is built from the ground up by a single Kimber firearms technician.

The CZ Shadow 2 Carry brings the heart of a match gun to an EDC-sized package. It keeps the ergonomics and shootability that made the Shadow line a favorite, then trims the footprint to Glock-19 territory and adds a drop-safe, decocker-equipped SA/DA system that makes sense for concealment.

By conducting a full sweep of its arsenal and implementing new oversight, AFGSC says its Airmen can move forward knowing their sidearms are reliable and mission-ready.