Looks ok, but I sure DO NOT WANT that "In Glob We Trust" crap written all over it. But I'm sure they'd leave that stuff off for an export.
Oh my glob!
why can't the put " in science we trust" then I would want on!
New handgun on deck for the Canadian market
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why can't the put " in science we trust" then I would want on!
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- Southern Ontario (GTA)
For what it`s worth, which is almost half that of a glock... It`s a hell of a gun. North Sylva is not the Canadian distributor. The models that will make it to Canadian retailers early July will be 106mm pipes. If I wasn`t shown, I would NEVER believe it wasn`t a prohib. People talk smack, no way around it. Essentially what you`re getting is a glock for 399$. Let alone the introduction of American gun makers into Canada, and potentially making a path for others. It`s a real nice piece of gear and you can`t beat the tag. Not to mention the potential for colour configurations in the near future. Check with your local retailers in the coming weeks.
Hi Guys,
We have the FMK 9mm going into stores and there are two versions. In Ontario we have an "Enhanced" version with some improvements for the IDPA types that you will see when you are at the stores such as Epps, The Gun Centre, Lanz, and a few others who got their orders in early. More are on the way.
It is a very cool gun and I'd say the blend is a very pleasent hybrid to shoot (being lucky enough to have put 500+ rounds through that first gun mentioned above!) with the sights being a big plus, as well the grip is nicer than any of the guns listed to hold and aim in my opinion. This is due to the steel mag allowing for a slimmer profile than Glock and the rubber backstrap giving both a better grip and reduced peak recoil. Also the controls are better than most as the slide stop is extended back as standard and the mag release is extended out the side of the gun to make it easier to work. (There is supposed to be a "more extended" one coming but not here yet.)
On the slide markings, you won't find the Bill of Rights on the Canadian gun. Oh and it is 106mm so NOT 12(6) (or 4.26" as advertised elsewhere) it is a regular restricted piece here. There are some tasteful notes on it that are built into the mould and some "pride" items but all in all the version we have should match up with Canadian opinions. And for the collectors we are going to get a few of the Bill of Rights guns as we have been specifically asked for them too.
On the leather/Kydex front normal double column magazine carriers work perfectly with the FMK mags. I have used the Blackhawk Sport holster for the G17/22 as well the SERPA 2 for the G17/22 and both work. I have also used the Blackhawk leather Askins for the Glock 9/40 and that is beautiful. The leather requires some working to draw smoothly but it fits and rides really really sweet (and the Italian leatherwork is first class).
The coloured guns are due at some point but we got black so far. As and when more come in, I'll keep you posted. The FMK is a cool little piece and with the enhanced version out for the sport gun guys it should be fun at the range. It is going at an MSRP of $499 but your dealers may sell for less. Oh and we also have a good supply of spare mags so you can get lots to have fun with!
All the best and good shooting,
Phil
PS - Check those stores for the Omni AR lower-buttstock assemblies, bottom half of an AR 15 for under $200! Great start for your next build.
We have the FMK 9mm going into stores and there are two versions. In Ontario we have an "Enhanced" version with some improvements for the IDPA types that you will see when you are at the stores such as Epps, The Gun Centre, Lanz, and a few others who got their orders in early. More are on the way.
It is a very cool gun and I'd say the blend is a very pleasent hybrid to shoot (being lucky enough to have put 500+ rounds through that first gun mentioned above!) with the sights being a big plus, as well the grip is nicer than any of the guns listed to hold and aim in my opinion. This is due to the steel mag allowing for a slimmer profile than Glock and the rubber backstrap giving both a better grip and reduced peak recoil. Also the controls are better than most as the slide stop is extended back as standard and the mag release is extended out the side of the gun to make it easier to work. (There is supposed to be a "more extended" one coming but not here yet.)
On the slide markings, you won't find the Bill of Rights on the Canadian gun. Oh and it is 106mm so NOT 12(6) (or 4.26" as advertised elsewhere) it is a regular restricted piece here. There are some tasteful notes on it that are built into the mould and some "pride" items but all in all the version we have should match up with Canadian opinions. And for the collectors we are going to get a few of the Bill of Rights guns as we have been specifically asked for them too.
On the leather/Kydex front normal double column magazine carriers work perfectly with the FMK mags. I have used the Blackhawk Sport holster for the G17/22 as well the SERPA 2 for the G17/22 and both work. I have also used the Blackhawk leather Askins for the Glock 9/40 and that is beautiful. The leather requires some working to draw smoothly but it fits and rides really really sweet (and the Italian leatherwork is first class).
The coloured guns are due at some point but we got black so far. As and when more come in, I'll keep you posted. The FMK is a cool little piece and with the enhanced version out for the sport gun guys it should be fun at the range. It is going at an MSRP of $499 but your dealers may sell for less. Oh and we also have a good supply of spare mags so you can get lots to have fun with!
All the best and good shooting,
Phil
PS - Check those stores for the Omni AR lower-buttstock assemblies, bottom half of an AR 15 for under $200! Great start for your next build.
Talk about overkill. They forgot to put on the National Anthem.
Good idea, then they might actually know the words... but then again, they'd have to be able to READ in order to recite them...
I was looking for this thread a while back as I was wondering where these were at.
Odelleng: Since you have access to these could you do a little review/write up on these with pictures? It would be nice to see the enhanced vs standard version.
Odelleng: Since you have access to these could you do a little review/write up on these with pictures? It would be nice to see the enhanced vs standard version.
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Canadian version comes with new fast trigger for users that prefer single action.
However, the manufacturer site says DAO trigger h ttp://fmkfirearms.com/Products/9c1pistol.html. That's probably for the American version.
So I'm really not sure. How do you do single action with no exposed hammer, or am I just not seeing the hammer? Would the single action trigger just have shorter travel and/or lighter weight?
Anyhow, for the price I think I'll start hunting one of these down.
Canadian version comes with new fast trigger for users that prefer single action.
However, the manufacturer site says DAO trigger h ttp://fmkfirearms.com/Products/9c1pistol.html. That's probably for the American version.
So I'm really not sure. How do you do single action with no exposed hammer, or am I just not seeing the hammer? Would the single action trigger just have shorter travel and/or lighter weight?
Anyhow, for the price I think I'll start hunting one of these down.
Good idea, then they might actually know the words... but then again, they'd have to be able to READ in order to recite them...
Some of the spelling, grammar and punctuation skills shown on this site sometimes makes me wonder who should be making fun of who. I've never met an American yet that didn't know the words to the Star Spangled Banner or America the Beautiful as well as the Pledge of Allegiance by heart. At the same time I can't count on one hand the number of Canadian friends and relatives that know the bilingual lyrics of Oh Canada.
Funny thing, especially on this forum, is how American patriotism is a subject of ridicule yet Canadian patriotism is applauded to the fullest extent. Such as adding the Canadian flag to AR receivers or a moose or a beaver or any other distinctive Canadian symbol.
Sure, Americans may celebrate their patriotism louder than us stoic Canucks but pride in one's heriatge shouldn't be constrained by eletist attitudes.
Ohno - Happy to, I have two guns left in my shop and I will get some pictures out for you in the next while.
Trigger: DA or what? - The trigger we are importing is a Glock style 1 1/2 action. For Stevebot: the gun is striker fired so there isn't a hammer as you describe. The trigger action cocks the firing pin the rest of the way (like the Glock it is partially preset by the slide movement to load and it does not reset so if you have a misfire you have to rack the slide to recock the mechanism hence the 1 1/2) until it is cammed down to release the striker/firing pin and the striker goes forward to fire the cartridge.
In the US the original "California" trigger is a resetting double action with a magazine out safety built in. That is if the mag is dumped the gun won't fire. And for Stevebot; this is a "resetting double action" as the trigger fully compresses and releases the striker/firing pin and when you release the trigger it goes fully forward to re engage the striker so you can actually pull the trigger a second time on a misfired cartridge without doing anything aside from pull release pull, so i call this a true "double action" though to be clear for others who use different terms I add "resetting".
I hope this helps.
Phil
Trigger: DA or what? - The trigger we are importing is a Glock style 1 1/2 action. For Stevebot: the gun is striker fired so there isn't a hammer as you describe. The trigger action cocks the firing pin the rest of the way (like the Glock it is partially preset by the slide movement to load and it does not reset so if you have a misfire you have to rack the slide to recock the mechanism hence the 1 1/2) until it is cammed down to release the striker/firing pin and the striker goes forward to fire the cartridge.
In the US the original "California" trigger is a resetting double action with a magazine out safety built in. That is if the mag is dumped the gun won't fire. And for Stevebot; this is a "resetting double action" as the trigger fully compresses and releases the striker/firing pin and when you release the trigger it goes fully forward to re engage the striker so you can actually pull the trigger a second time on a misfired cartridge without doing anything aside from pull release pull, so i call this a true "double action" though to be clear for others who use different terms I add "resetting".
I hope this helps.
Phil
Ah, I was confused by the mention of a Single Action trigger.
Do the Canadian versions have the magazine out safety feature?
It seems that Arma-Coat may have some in stock, if so I'll be ordering one from them.
Do the Canadian versions have the magazine out safety feature?
It seems that Arma-Coat may have some in stock, if so I'll be ordering one from them.
I am guessing you don't watch a lot of sporting events, there are a considerable amount of videos on YouTube show casing these from Christina Aguilara to Steven Tyler to Roseanne not to mention the armature singers. I live in Vancouver and when I go to a Canucks game we pour our hearts into the national anthem and usually sing louder than the guy with the mike. As for the French version, I have no need for the language in BC so never tried to remember them.
I am not trying to pick a fight with anyone I I just was pointing out that I have seen several mistakes from well known people making mistakes singing their own anthem, as well, watching their athems being sung at sporting events when they pan around the audience, very few are singing, at a Canucks game, we sing louder than the guy with the mic.
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As of 5 minutes ago The Gun Centre in Kitchener had some left and I think The Gun Dealer in NB and Epps in Orillia will be getting some soon. These are the Enhanced versions with the bevelled mag well, solid guide rod, enhanced trigger, etc. that we supply. I think all of these guys will deal on the phone. I think the Calgary Shooting Centre might be getting some too in the next batch but not sure just yet. Check with Jim B. there.
As regards the mag-out safety: this feature is NOT in the guns we supplied. If the guns Vault is supplying are listed as "Fast Action Trigger" then they shouldn't have it in either. That is the same trigger we start with.
Hope this helps.
Phil
As of 5 minutes ago The Gun Centre in Kitchener had some left and I think The Gun Dealer in NB and Epps in Orillia will be getting some soon. These are the Enhanced versions with the bevelled mag well, solid guide rod, enhanced trigger, etc. that we supply. I think all of these guys will deal on the phone. I think the Calgary Shooting Centre might be getting some too in the next batch but not sure just yet. Check with Jim B. there.
As regards the mag-out safety: this feature is NOT in the guns we supplied. If the guns Vault is supplying are listed as "Fast Action Trigger" then they shouldn't have it in either. That is the same trigger we start with.
Hope this helps.
Phil
I'm not adverse to pink...Pepto Bismol has gotten me through many a difficult night, and who does not like bubblegum? I actually liked the older generation black with red trigger safety and striker indicator, though.
There is a 4 1/4" version of this gun. And, yes--it has restrike capability.
