#B&T

Due to import restrictions, foreign manufactured silencers are only available to license holders as well as military and law enforcement customers. As of today, however, B&T can officially announce the U.S. manufacture of a variety of HK silencers available to the civilian market.

The Donau is the second largest river in Europe and the “highway” for many shipping companies.

The B&T APC223 is the civilian version of the B&T APC556. It’s Made in Switzerland and operates with a locked rotating bolt gas piston. Semi-automatic only.

It’s time to practice some German again. I haven’t been able to find an English version or any subtitles.

With B&T Firearms now available in the US there is more and more activity in various groups on social media. Before there were only really a few selected individuals who could own B&Ts, mainly in Europe.

Swiss firearms manufacturer B&T has quietly released the USWA1 Compact, a slimmed down version of the ‘recently released to the U.S.’ pistol that features a folding stock and a compatible holster. Designed for European law enforcement to combat terrorism in “dynamic” environments, the USW platform gives officers and agents some of the capabilities of a personal defense weapon (PDW) without the added bulk and visibility that comes with carrying a slung rifle.

At Enforce Tac this spring Heckler & Koch Germany displayed the HK237 and HK337 officially for the first time, but there were no details to be had. Now we’re teased with some more technical details.

By now you are probably wondering if I get a secret monthly check from Switzerland to promote B&T products. So let me take a moment to set the record straight: I can not confirm or deny any foreign payroll income related to sexy Swiss firearms. But if your reading this, B&T mothership, call me. My last envelope must have been lost in the mail. As for the latest news, the B&T GHM9 redesign is official on the company’s website, and it is attractive in both form and price point.

Todays Photo Of The Day includes some rare carbines. From the most modern to old-school.

The German Army is acquiring a new suppressor for the currently fielded .338 Lapua G29 precision rifle in use by the infantry’s snipers. The device was produced in a joint collaboration between Brugger and Thomet and the maker of the G29 (civilian RS9) C.G. Haenel GmbH. If the suppressor is ever released to the public or at least to other military/LE entities it will probably only have the capability of mounting to an RS9 because of the proprietary muzzle brake. In order to cut down on weight, the brake is fabricated out of aluminum, an interesting choice given that it will need to withstand high amounts of heat. However, the suppressor did pass the Bundeswehr’s trials of at least surpassing 2,000 rounds shot through it. The Jane’s report highlights the suppressor weight as 628 grams, however the Haenel website highlights it as 580 grams. The difference might be measured with the muzzle brake or perhaps a shroud protecting it that adds additional weight.

B&T continues to introduce their products to America, although, unfortunately, slower than most of us would like due to ATF approval processes. As I anxiously await the VP9 (not that one) to be granted access, another one of the Swiss pistols is finally available. Joe Stoppiello, owner/operator of Dakota Tactical, was nice enough to take some pictures of the newest addition to the B&T lineup to enter the U.S. market: the USWA1. Imported via B&T USA in Tampa, FL as a pistol, owners following the ATF Form 1 process will be able to give life to its true SBR state.

B&T USA has announced that the SPR300 is now being imported and will be available for purchase in the United States. Since the rifle was introduced at SHOT 2017, B&T says that they have been overwhelmed with the response from law enforcement, commercial customers, as well as lowly civilian shooters such as myself.

Athlon Outdoors got their hands on the B&T USW. For those not familiar with this weapon, we covered it at SHOT Show 2017. Click here to see our post.

If I was a 45ACP shooter, I’d be seriously considering this new SilencerCo Summit Series package. The complete setup is exclusive to Capitol Armory and includes a B&T APC45, a SilencerCo Omega 45K and a Vertx EDC Ready Bag. In addition, the mounting system for the Omega is a new and improved low-profile three lug adapter. Currently, the only manufacturer producing APC45 3-Lug mounts is B&T which are specifically fitted for B&T silencers.

I had the opportunity to compare the brand new Tikka T3x TAC A1 with the Ruger Precision Rifle (Gen 1). The Tikka is so new it’s hardly on the market yet.