Heckler & Koch unveiled a commercial semi-automatic version of their iconic MP5K machine pistol at this year’s NRA Annual Meeting, the SP5K. They are also adding a new model VP9 pistol with a flat dark earth (FDE) frame and factory night sights.
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Heckler & Koch Unveils Semi-Auto SP5K, New VP9 in FDE — NRA 2016
BY Max Slowik Updated: May 20, 2016NYPD Approves XD-S Variant for Backup, Concealed-Carry
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Arsenal Halts Strike One Exports to USA–For Now
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BY Tom McHale Updated: April 2, 2016This Barnes TAC-XPD 9mm +P load is capped by an 115-grain, all copper projectile with a hollow point cavity big enough to hold your morning Cheerios. And they expand perfectly. If you are looking for an ideal carry round, consider these.
Army Chief Wants to Sidestep MHS Pistol Program
BY Max Slowik Updated: April 1, 2016The U.S. Army’s chief of staff Gen. Mark Milley recently gave a talk at the 2016 Future of War Conference slamming the process of the MHS program,