9 New Modern Sporting Pistols for 2018

Century International Arms C39v2 Pistol with Shockwave Brace
Now available from the factory with the Shockwave Blade arm brace, this 100-percent American-made AK sports a side-rail scope mount that has a return-to-zero capability.

Caliber: 7.62x39 mm
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 10.6 inches
Overall Length: 28.75 to 31.25 inches
Weight: 121.6 ounces
MSRP: $949.99
(800) 527-1252 centuryarms.com

Century International Arms Draco NAK9
An AK-style pistol that takes Glock magazines? That’s the new Draco NAK9. This Romanian-made handgun is also compatible with AKM furniture, making replacing the handguards or grip easy.

Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 33 rounds
Barrel Length: 11.1 inches
Overall Length: 19.1 inches
Weight: 102.1 ounces
MSRP: $724.99
(800) 527-1252 centuryarms.com

CMMG Inc. Banshee
The Banshee is equipped with the shortest barrel ever offered by CMMG on any platform, making it an ultra-compact arm for close-quarters maneuverability, whether for home defense or competition.

Caliber: .45 ACP
Magazine Capacity: 13 rounds
Barrel Length: 5 inches
Overall Length: 20 inches
Weight: 73.6 ounces
MSRP: $1,499.95
(660) 248-2203 cmmginc.com

CZ-USA Scorpion EVO 3 S1 Pistol with Flash Can and Folding Brace
By installing an SB Tactical brace at the factory, CZ-USA offers a complete braced-pistol package right off the shelf. The popular Scorpion pistol features an extended carbine handguard and flash can muzzle device.

Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
Barrel Length: 7.72 inches
Overall Length: 21 to 29.4 inches
Weight: 104 ounces
MSRP: $999
(800)-955-4486 cz-usa.com

Daniel Defense DDM4V7 P
Daniel Defense’s latest pistol ships with SB Tactical’s SOB Stabilizing Brace and is also available in a variant sporting Law Tactical’s folding stock adapter for $1,942.

Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 10.3 inches
Overall Length: 28.6 inches
Weight: 87 ounces
MSRP: $1,679
(866) 554-4867 danieldefense.com

FN America FN 15 Pistol
Checking a ton of boxes for popular features—from the .300 BLK chambering to the suppressor-ready muzzle device—this AR-style pistol also ships with the increasingly popular SB Tactical Pistol Stabilizing Brace, allowing for added versatility.

Caliber: .300 BLK
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 12 inches
Overall Length: 28.63 inches
Weight: 90.4 ounces
MSRP: $1,599
(703) 288-3500 fnamerica.com

Grand Power Stribog
With dynamic blowback operation and a dual-mass bolt to mitigate felt recoil, the Stribog is a serious piece of ordnance. It utilizes an aluminum frame paired with a polymer grip, and includes an ambidextrous safety. The barrel is threaded to be suppressor ready.

Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
Barrel Length: 8 inches
Overall Length: 14.74 inches
Weight: 82 ounces
MSRP: $799
(732) 493-0333 eagleimportsinc.com

PTR Industries 9CT
While it may not be made in Germany, this semi-automatic clone of the iconic submachine gun ships with a hard case, a single-point sling and two 30-round magazines, getting a whole lot of 9 mm ready to send downrange. 

Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 8.86 inches
Overall Length: 17.6 inches
Weight: 80.8 ounces
MSRP: $1,899
(843) 358-2222 ptr-us.com

Springfield Armory Saint Pistol
The popular Saint line gets a pistol added for 2018, complete with an M-Lok-compatible fore-end and handstop. A proprietary muzzle device keeps the Saint Pistol on target while helping ensure proper operation.

Caliber: .223 Rem.
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 7.5 inches
Overall Length: 26.5 inches
Weight: 88 ounces
MSRP: $989
(800) 680-6866 springfield-armory.com