The PDP F-Series Pro

Starting off the new releases for fall 2024 is the PDP F-Series Pro, available with both 3.5-inch and 4-inch barrels. Each is built with Walther’s hallmark TEQ (Trigger, Ergonomics, and Quality) philosophy. Chambered for 9mm, the firearms offer 18 and 10-round magazine capacity, reduced slide force, and grip circumference.

Designed for concealed carry and home defense, the PDP F-Series pistols are available for $899 (MSRP).

PDP Pro E Compact

The Walther PDP Pro E offered industry-standard sights, a duty grip texture, SuperTerrain Slide Striations, and a Polymer Flat-Faced trigger. Though a compact pistol, it still provides an 18-round magazine capacity, and its ambidextrous magazine release can be positioned for right- or left-handed thumb operation.

Tech Specs:

• Caliber: 9mm
• Finish: Nitride Black
• Magazines Included: Three
• Barrel Length: 4-inch
• Twist Rate: 1/10
• Trigger Pull: 4.5 pounds
• Capacity: 18 rounds
• Overall Length: 7.5 inches
• Height: 5.4 inches
• Width: 1.34 inches
• Sight Radius: 6.4 inches
• Weight (Empty): 26.2 ounces

The PDP Pro E Compact 4-inch is available for $799 (MSRP).

PDP Pro E Full Size

For those who prefer a full-size to a compact, Walther has also introduced the PDP Pro E, which offers all the features of the compact model in a larger package and an increased capacity of 20 rounds.

Tech Specs:

• Caliber: 9mm
• Finish: Nitride Black
• Magazines Included: Three
• Barrel Length: 4.5-inch
• Twist Rate: 1/10
• Trigger Pull: 4.5 pounds
• Capacity: 20 rounds
• Overall Length: 8 inches
• Height: 5.7 inches
• Width: 1.34 inches
• Sight Radius: 6.9 inches
• Weight (Empty): 26.8 ounces

The PDP Pro E Full Size is also available for $799 (MSRP).

PDP Pro-X PMM

Available in both compact and full-size options the PDP Pro-X PMM features a 4.6-inch barrel, a 4-inch slide, and a 5-inch frame. It is seamlessly paired with a Parker Mountain Machine compensator that is specifically engineered for the PDP, ensuring best-in-class recoil reduction.

Tech Specs:

• Barrel Length: 4.6 inches
• Slide Length: 4 inches
• Trigger Pull: ~4.5 pounds
• Magazine Capacity: 18/10 (Compact) / 20/10 (Full Size)
• Sights: Adjustable White Dot
• Optic Ready: Yes
• Trigger: Dynamic Performance Trigger

The PDP Pro-X PMM, ideal for competition and concealed carry, is available in both compact and full-size models for $999 (MSRP).

PP Black & Stainless

The iconic PP is back – a classic reborn for a new generation of collectors and shooting enthusiasts (and you don’t need a tuxedo in case you were wondering). The new PP blends the timeless design with modern innovations. Each model features fixed front and rear sights, rear slide serrations, beaver tail extension, hammer drop decocking safety, and a classic grip. The PP line-up offers double or single action trigger.

Tech Specs:

• Barrel Length: 3.9 inches
• Magazine Capacity: 7/8
• Magazines Included: Two
• Trigger Pull: 6 Pounds (Single Action) / 13 Pounds (Double Action)
• Sights: Machine
• Magazine Release: Button

The new PP is available in both black and stainless in .380 ACP and .32 ACP, for $969 (MSRP).

PPK/S SD

Walther’s PPK/S SD, chambered in .32 ACP, is another modern evolution of an all-time classic. It takes cues from the iconic firearm that was first developed nine decades ago but with a twist – namely the introduction of a threaded barrel in the PPK/S line-up. It adds cutting-edge functionality to a design steeped in history and innovation. The compact pistol, available in both stainless and black finishes, features fixed front and rear sights, double or single action trigger, beaver tail extension, and classic grip.

Tech Specs:

• Barrel Length: 3.3 inches
• Magazine Capacity: Seven
• Magazines Included: Two
• Trigger Pull: 6 Pounds (Single Action) / 13 Pounds (Double Action)
• Sights: Machine
• Magazine Release: Button

The PPK/S SD with threaded barrel is now available for $1,099 (MSRP).

WMP

The WMP Optic Ready is chambered for .22 WMR and features a 4.9-inch threaded barrel, while a 10-round option is available. It features a patented ambidextrous reloading mechanism with both paddle and button releases, is red dot ready, and features a lightweight machined slide made of premium 7075 aluminum. The WMP also offers a fluted chamber to work with a wider range of ammunition, and a fiber optic front sight and serrated rear sight.

Tech Specs:

• Caliber: .22 WMR
• MSRP: $599.00
• Barrel Length 4.9 inches
• Slide Length 8.2 inches
• Mag Release Quad Release
• Magazine Capacity 15 rounds | 10 rounds
• Total Included Magazines: Two
• Sights: Fiber Optic Front, Serrated Rear Sight
• Optic Ready: Yes
• Trigger: Double Action with Integrated Safety

Ideal for concealed carry, the WMP is available now for $599 (MSRP).

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This pistol is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and designed for fantastic concealability and consistent, reliable performance. It’s also the first micro of its kind for the renowned gun maker, making it even more interesting.

Heckler & Koch officially announced the SFP9CC at an event in Germany. Sketches and images have been strategically leaked, so this serves to confirm the belief that a micro-compact was coming. The SFP9CC is being described as a one-and-a-half stack pistol thanks to its capacity and overall design. This pistol is chambered in 9mm and offers numerous features designed for defensive purposes.

According to available information, there are two versions of the SFP9CC. The first is the standard model which is made with ambidextrous controls and offered with or without a Picatinny rail for accessories. Second is the Shape, a pistol created for specific contouring and comfort. The Shape doesn’t have ambidextrous controls because it’s made for deep concealment, but it does have a specially shaped slide and frame. Capacity for the pistols is 10 +1 with the flush fit magazine and said to be 13 +1 with an extended magazine.

Features of the SFP9CC include:

• SF or TR trigger. SF pull/reset is listed as similar to the VP9 with the TR heavier/longer.
• Five backstrap sizes so the gun can be fit more precisely to the shooter’s hands.
• Two magazine baseplates, flush and extended for a pinky rest.
• Three possible magazine release options: paddle, button, heel release.
• Charging support “ears” are available if desired to facilitate racking the slide.
• Optics cut is available for those who want an optics-ready pistol.

MSRP for the Heckler & Koch SFP9CC is not known at this time. The gun is being made for German law enforcement at this time.

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Magpul and Zev Technologies

The Folding Defensive Pistol idea has been floating around Magpul for about a decade, with the partnership with Zev Technologies happening within the last few years to develop the Pistol and Carbine. According to Magpul, the program has now moved into the final testing and production planning phase and will have the FDP-9 and FDC-9 available in the 2023 calendar year.

The distinction between the FDP-9 and the FDC-9 means that the end user will be able to purchase it like a pistol, while the FDC-9 is classified as a short-barreled rifle (SBR). The end user will be able to convert the FDP to an FDC with a conversion part (after receiving an approved Form 1 from the ATF, of course), or it can be purchased as a factory SBR with an approved ATF Form 4.

The FDP-9 is a complete redesign from the original folding firearm which Magpul admits was just a concept and demonstration piece. The new design increases durability, reliability, and practicality, and allowed the companies to incorporate important safety features. It also allowed for regulatory compliance items that were needed to create the firearm.

No word on the pricing of the different models as of yet, but more information should be released in the coming months.

Magpul and Maztech

Magpul and Maztech Technologies made big news in 2022 by partnering to co-develop the round-counting system for the US Government inquiry as a piece of a larger group of products to level up the military and its capabilities. Now, the two companies have decided to take that suite of products and make them available to the public to expand situational awareness and increase targeting accuracy. The program for the public is called the X4.

The first few products of the X4 that will be coming out will give a sensor and information fusion to support precise weapon employment, according to a joint statement. The Maztech X4-FCS (Fire Control System) will match up a low-powered variable optic with a visual display that uses range, ballistic data, rounds remaining, and other information important to the shooter. With the X4-FCS there will be an electronic round counter that can send information regarding the ammo to the X4-FCS or another display off-rifle.

These two products are under development and more information, including pricing and shipping, will be available later in 2023.

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Glock Communications Manager Ainsley Cash Connor told Ammoland that,

“Glock is always in development of future products and technologies through the pursuit of perfection. The image shared is of a product developed for select solicitations and it is not available for the general market at this time.”

As we reported earlier this week, the British Army’s new Special Operations Brigade is testing weapons to replace the old and less-than-ideal Enfield SAR-80/L-85 bullpup rifle. Some British special ops units are known to use M4 platforms and the new weapon’s specifications required an Armalite-style rifle. Formally called the Alternate Individual Weapon System, the new carbines will equip the four Ranger Battalions that make up the Special Operations Brigade.

Glock Carbine Known Specs and Features

Glock’s entry is designated the GR-115F. Here’s what we know about its specifications and features:

• Caliber: 5.56 NATO, as specified by the British Army
• Barrel Length: 14.5 inches
• Direct impingement gas system
• Suppressor ready. The photos show an OSS suppressor and a flash hider.
• Proprietary Glock M-Lok compatible quick detach handguard
• Select fire
• Ambidextrous fire selector, mag catch, and bolt catch
• Standard buffer tube
• Magpul CTR stock and pistol grip
• Oversized trigger guard
• Unidentified variable optic. British Army specifications required a 4x magnification.
• Unidentified battle sight and Magpul flip-up sights to meet the specified CQB requirement.

Rumors Confirmed

This rifle’s existence has been rumored since Glock patents became public last year. We reported on that, and you can view the patents here. Which of those patents are included in the RF-115F is not known for certain, though we can make educated guesses. For instance, the apparently quick detach capable handguard indicates the new rifle includes Glock’s adjustable gas system, which was one of the patents.

Other Glock patented features appear to include the upper and lower receivers’ geometry, bolt catch, magazine catch, charging handle, and barrel-rail interface.

Glock Carbine Coming Soon?

Well, that’s a definite “maybe.” The company’s statement said that “The image shared is of a product developed for select solicitations and it is not available for the general market at this time.”

So, let’s break that down a little because that’s what we do. Glock says the image is of “a product developed for select solicitations.” All that means is that we are looking at a firearm made specifically for a military trial. It’s not for public sale. But that could simply mean Glock isn’t dropping a select fire option on the market.

Or it could mean Glock won’t include that optic, which is certainly tailored for the current trials. Glock simply said that “the image shared” is of a product not available. That does not mean they don’t plan to release a semi-auto civilian version down the road. Even if they hadn’t planned to do that, the excitement generated by these photos would surely set off the lightbulb in someone’s head.

Given Glock’s reputation, and the sheer number of dedicated Glock fanbois, that seems like a no-brainer. I guess we will see. But, for now, we know this prototype exists. It would be difficult to believe Glock dedicated all that work to not capitalize on it commercially.

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Sig Sauer released the following details about the M400 DH3:

Team SIG’s Daniel Horner has refined the platform to meet his competition needs and developed the ultimate 3-Gun rifle, the…M400-DH3 from SIG Custom Works. The first-ever rifle from SIG Custom Works features full-ambi controls with the new SIG-designed ambi bolt-catch and bolt-release, a Timney DH3 Two-Stage Trigger, a custom DH3 Adjustable stock, fluted stainless 223 Wylde barrel (for optimal 5.56 and 223 Rem performance) and a 3 Chamber Compensator for muzzle rise reduction. The new M400-DH3 from SIG Custom Works gives you the same competitive edge and the same rifle used by 10-time 3 gun champion Daniel Horner.

Although it is listed as being chambered in 5.56 NATO, it does have a 223 Wylde barrel, meaning the shooter will get superior accuracy whether running 5.56 NATO or 223 Remington. The handguard has a Picatinny rail over the receiver and at the muzzle end and is M-LOK compatible, so shooters can add whatever accessories are needed for competition or range use. It has a 2-stage trigger made by Timney Triggers which is, in fact, the company’s Daniel Horner Signature Trigger, and ambidextrous controls. Each rifle ships with a 30-round magazine.

Perhaps the most eye-catching feature of the Sig Sauer M400 DH3 is the stock, which was designed by Daniel Horner. It’s adjustable for length of pull and has a unique aesthetic that is attention-getting, to say the least. The streamlined design also serves to reduce overall weight and create a more balanced rifle.

Features

• DH3 Adjustable Stock
• 2-Stage Adjustable Timney Daniel Horner Signature Trigger
• Low Profile 3-Gun Handguard
• Ambidextrous Controls Including Bolt Catch/Release
• Fluted Competition Barrel
• 3 Chamber Compensator for muzzle rise reduction

Specifications

• Model: M400 DH3
• Caliber: 5.56 NATO
• Barrel: 223 Wylde
• Barrel Length: 16 inches
• Twist Rate: 1 in 8
• Action Type: Semi-automatic
• Trigger: 2-Stage Adjustable Timney Daniel Horner Signature Trigger
• Forend Type: Alloy
• Grip Type: Polymer
• Receiver Finish: Cerakote
• Overall Length: 34.5 inches
• Overall Width: 2.5 inches
• Height: 7.5 inches, without optics
• Accessory Rail: M-LOK
• Operating System: Direct Impingement
• Weight: 7 pounds
• MSRP is not known at this time. Let us know what you think of this rifle in the comments section below.

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Here’s what the company had to say about it:

FN America, LLC is pleased to introduce the FN 509 Midsize Tactical. Joining the ranks alongside FN’s other successful Tactical pistols like the FN 509 Tactical and Compact Tactical, the FN 509 Midsize Tactical is the ideal combination of FN’s full-size tactical slide. Equipped with the versatile Low-Profile Optics-Mounting System and midsize grip frame, the FN 509 Midsize Tactical is a perfectly balanced pistol that’s optics-ready, multi-role capable, and optimized for shootability.

“Building on the success of both the FN 509 Tactical and the FN 509 Midsize, our team combined the best features of both pistols into the FN 509 Midsize Tactical,” said Chris Cole, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for FN America, LLC. “The 15-round grip frame with the optics-ready tactical slide assembly offers our customers another strong contender for concealed carry and personal protection in the FN 509 family.”

Weighing in at just under 30 ounces unloaded, the gun positions itself as an ideal option for concealed carry, home defense, and duty use. Its midsize frame, which enables users to get a full-hand purchase, plus the added mass of the 4.5-inch threaded barrel assembly and improved, duty-rated trigger provide unprecedented controllability and recoil management in a pistol that is easily concealed.

“FN is well known for setting the industry standard for tactical pistols starting with the FNX-45 Tactical. Features like a threaded barrel, suppressor-height night sights, extended capacity and most importantly, optics-ready,” said Chris Johnson, Senior Pistol Product Manager for FN America, LLC. “The FN 509 Midsize Tactical delivers all of those tactical features that FN customers expect in a package that is perfectly proportioned for everyday carry and much more.”

FN509 Midsize Tactical Pistol Specs:

• Caliber: 9mm
• Operation: Double-action
• Mag Capacity: 10 or 15/24 round
• Weight: 27.9 oz.
• Barrel Length: 4.5″
• Overall Length: 7.9″
• Twist Rate: 1:10″ RH
• Height: 5.2″
• Width: 1.35″
• Trigger Pull: 4.5 – 6.7 lb
• Sight Radius: 5.8″

The Midsize Tactical frame features a 15-round standard magazine with an option to run the included 24-round FN 509 magazines, providing increased capacity while the 4.5-inch threaded barrel is cold hammer-forged and suppressor-ready with 1/2×28-inch thread pitch, all housed within a 4-inch slide. The slide is cut for FN’s patented Low-Profile Optics-Mounting System, compatible with more than ten miniature red dot optics. Three-dot Trijicon green Tritium night sights are suppressor-height to co-witness with any compatible optic.

The FN 509 Tactical pistol has fully ambidextrous controls including the slide stop lever and magazine release. The package ships with two interchangeable backstraps, magazines, a manual, a locking device, and a logoed soft pistol case.

Available in both matte black and FN-signature flat dark earth (FDE), the MSRP for the FN 509 Midsize Tactical pistol is $1,069.

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Springfield XDM Elite 3.8” Compact OSP Specifications

• Caliber: .45 ACP
• Color: Black
• Barrel: 3.8” hammer-forged steel, Melonite coated, 1:16
• Slide: Forged steel, Melonite coated
• Sights: Fiber Optic front, Tactical Rack U-Dot rear
• Grip Width: 1.2”
• Magazine: (2) 10+1
• Weight: 25 oz.
• Length: 6.75”
• Height: 4.58”

This compact pistol is reported to pack a punch and is geared towards the concealed carry crowd. The Springfield XDM Elite 3.8” Compact OSP has a 3.8” cold hammer forged steel barrel that is Melonite coated which when reviewed by Paul Carlson at The Armory Life, is more accurate than he could shoot. The grip boasts fully ambidextrous controls, including an all the time ambi magazine release.

The Springfield XD-M Elite 3.8” Compact OSP also has a match-enhanced META trigger that is reported to add to the accuracy of the system. With the pistol being a compact model, it has a shorter grip. However, it has a removable short flared magwell and comes standard with two 10 round magazines from the factory.

Springfield’s OSP line (which stands for Optical Sight Pistol) all come optic ready from the factory. The XD-M Elite 3.8” Compact OSP can accept any red dot optic with the interchangeable optic mounting plates. Additionally, the slide has both forward and rear cocking serrations for ease of use. The sights that are on the XD-M Elite are U-notched sights with a fiber optic front sight.

“The XD-M Elite family has proven itself through its combination of rugged reliability and top-tier performance,” says Steve Kramer, Vice President of Marketing for Springfield Armory. “And now with the XD-M Elite 3.8″ Compact OSP in .45, shooters have a powerful CCW pistol that is ready for every day carry duty.”

The Springfield Armory XD-M Elite comes in two different formats. The standard pistol as well as an optic package. The HEX Dragonfly red dot is a 3.5 MOA optic is a part of the factory package also released.

The Springfield XDM Elite 3.8” Compact OSP .45 ACP comes in at $653 MSRP for the pistol alone or $843 MSRP for the HEX optic package with the pistol.

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CZ P-10 F specs:

• Caliber: 9mm
• Magazine Capacity: 19-round, 10-round
• Frame: Polymer
• Trigger Mechanism: Striker fired
• Sights: Serrated rear with fiber-optic front, Optics-Ready
• Barrel: Cold hammer forged
• Barrel Length: 5″
• Height: 5.34″
• Width: 1.25”
• Weight: 30.1 oz.
• Overall Length: 8.5″
• Safety: Trigger safety

The P-10 F is outfitted with an Apex Tactical extended magazine catch, and Apex Tactical extended slide stop. It also includes an HB Industries trigger and Apex Tactical back-slide cover for increased performance.  The half-inch longer barrel also has improved ramp geometry and a match 9mm chamber. Both features were designed to enhance the reliability and accuracy of the P-10F Competition-Ready. 

The CZ P-10 F also features a cold-hammer-forged 5-inch barrel with a black nitride finish for unparalleled accuracy and durability. The new P-10 F competition-ready ships with standard 19-round magazines, and a 10-round version is available for purchase in restricted states.

The pistol carries an MSRP of $999;

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A non-typical caliber is not the only dichotomy found in the Model 986. The Performance Center uses a 2.5″ barrel (with a recessed precision crown) and reduced the gun’s weight with specific cuts and material use, which would be consistent with a gun aimed at maximum concealment. Yet, the team went with an oversized grip and full-size combat sights — two things not normally associated with a concealment firearm.

 

My initial impressions are very positive. The S&W 986 looks like a high-end performance gun. The grips are rich wood that set nicely against the matte stainless steel frame. The Performance Center opted for a titanium cylinder that is a darker color that is closer to a light graphite. 

 

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The New 360 Revolver

The just-released revolver is a 5-shot handgun that is designed for the .357 Magnum cartridge. As with most .357 Magnum handguns, this revolver will also shoot .38 Special loads including the +P variety.

It is built on the company’s J-frame. This is the current small frame used for the more diminutive Smith & Wesson wheelies. Unlike many of the J-frames built of aluminum, this one uses a scandium alloy.

For the non-chemistry crowd, scandium is a naturally occurring element, not a marketing name. While offering a lighter weight frame at a similar strength level when compared to a typical aluminum alloy, scandium alloy tends to be a bit more expensive. The simple reason is scandium is not as common an element as iron, aluminum, and some other metals. In fact, it is often extracted from deposits of uranium and rare earth ores.

The use of scandium, therefore, drives the price up and the weight down.

It’s been my experience that Magnum loads really kick with featherweight revolvers like this one. I am not suggesting that this gun is going to be uncontrollable.

Smith & Wesson uses a black PVD finish on the gun. PVD, or particle vapor deposition, is a metal finish that has been growing in popularity in the gun industry. It allows a company to apply a wide range of colors to a firearm while also providing good durability and corrosion resistance. In the past, S&W has not used PVD extensively. I wonder if we will see more PVD finishes from it in the future.

Offsetting the black finish is a set of two-piece rubber grips that are flat dark earth in color. The grips used on this gun are longer than the standard boot grip used on many of the small revolvers from Smith & Wesson. For most shooters, this means you can get a full firing grip on the gun.

Unfortunately, the Model 360 revolver has the internal lock that Smith & Wesson installs on most of its modern revolvers. While the problems with these locks have been largely overblown, all of the problems I have read about have come from the lightweight guns. Hopefully, the problems have been completely resolved and will not create any issues with this gun.

The “Other” 360 Revolver

Still in the company’s catalog is the Model 360 PD. The gun is very similar to the original Model 360 (also referred to as the Model 360 SC) that was introduced at the 2001 SHOT Show. That original model was discontinued leaving only the 360 PD as a current production model.

With such a lightweight revolver, recoil is increased. Due to the increased recoil, light bullets can actually “jump” their crimp and “walk” out of the case. If a bullet moves very far forward, it can lock the cylinder up and prevent the gun from firing. For this reason, Smith & Wesson states only loads with bullet weights of 120 grains and more be shot from the 360 PD. The same warning was given for the original Model 360. I would also add that if you are shooting hand loads, make sure you are crimping correctly.

Bullet walking appears to have been eliminated in the newest Model 360 as the warning is not given on it. I suspect the few extra ounces of weight is enough to prevent this condition.

Increased recoil also translates to the shooter. I’ve shot one of these with full power 125 grain .357 Magnum loads, and it does bark. However, it is completely controllable and accurate. It would overwhelm a new shooter, so please don’t hand one of these to a novice. It could turn them off to shooting completely.

The final major difference between the two guns is that the PD model is significantly more expensive: $1,019. The titanium cylinder is largely responsible for that price increase.

The Forgotten 360s: M&P360 and Kit Gun

There are a pair of longer barreled Model 360 revolvers that briefly made an appearance in the Smith & Wesson line, but they have since been discontinued. One was the M&P360 and the other was the Model 360 Kit Gun.

For this gun, Smith & Wesson went with a Standard Dot tritium front sight from XS Sights. This gave shooters a glowing night sight from the factory if they desired one. The gun had a black PVD coating and the same size grip as the new Model 360.

Another longer barreled gun was the Kit Gun version.

* Smith & Wesson’s sale sheet on the M&P 360 revolver shows the gun was launched in July of 2009. However, the 4^th edition of the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson states the gun was shown at the 2007 SHOT Show. It is possible that an early prototype was on display at the SHOT Show, but that the gun did not ship until two years later.

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