POTD: The Handguns Of Archon Firearms
Let’s take a look at some pistols from Archon Firearms of the Czech Republic. The images are from IWA in Germany. Archon Firearms has established their own fully equipped production facility and now oversees every aspect of firearm manufacturing under one roof.
Standout features include an ultra-low bore axis—just 0.47 inches (12mm)—for reduced muzzle rise and faster follow-up shots, an advanced ergonomic grip that tames recoil, and full support for optics and suppressors to meet the demands of today’s shooters. I have yet to shoot one of their handguns, but these are features I normally approve of 100%.
The latest Gen 2 Type B has a redesigned grip system with interchangeable texture panels and a modular format that easily shifts between full-size, compact, and sub-compact setups.
Both models, called Type B and Type D, can be purchased as a standard version, an Optics Ready (OR) version with a choice of optics cut for RMR, RMRc, and ACRO footprint red dot sights, a Suppressor Ready (SR) version with 1/2×28 thread-pitch precision-cut barrels, or an Optic and Suppressor Ready (OSR) version allowing all features out of the box.
All model versions feature a 1913-style Picatinny rail on the dust cover for weapon light or laser module attachment.
For more details, check: https://archonfirearms.com/
Which version and configuration do you like best, and why it is the suppressor and optics ready one?
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Ex-Arctic Ranger. Competitive practical shooter and hunter with a European focus. Always ready to increase my collection of modern semi-automatics, optics, thermals and suppressors. TCCC Certified. Occasionaly seen in a 6x6 Bug Out Vehicle, always with a big smile.
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I've had my type b for several years now. Zero issues, one of my favorite pistols to shoot. That adjustable grip module looks like the way to go in the future as long as it holds up. Anyone know if that can be retrofit to the older models?
It looks like a great gun. Had a personal preference I'd like it in 45 or 10 mm not 9 mm