Columbus, Georgia \u2014 Heckler & Koch introduced its new striker fired pistol, the 9 mm VP9 to the U.S. commercial and law enforcement markets today. The VP9 has been in development for more than four years and its debut marks the return of HK to striker-fired models. Heckler & Koch pioneered striker fired handgun designs with the HK VP70 and P7 pistols more than 35 years ago.<\/p>\n
\u201cHeckler & Koch\u2019s reputation for producing superior quality, innovative, and reliable products is well established in the U.S. and international markets. The new VP9 is just such a product. It\u2019s been through just about every test possible \u2014 NATO and U.S. NIJ drop tests, extreme environment testing, durability shooting, and the most comprehensive ammunition testing with the widest variety of 9 mm imaginable. It came through those trials with flying colors,\u201d said Wayne Weber, President of HK-USA.<\/p>\n
Michael Holley, HK-USA Vice President for Commercial and Law Enforcement Sales, added: \u201cWe are truly excited to bring such a superior quality and innovative product to civilian shooters and law enforcement agencies alike \u2014 and to do it in the USA first. It highlights our commitment to the U.S. market and with a truly groundbreaking product like the VP9.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThe VP9 has an excellent trigger with a short, light take-up and solid break followed by a short positive reset. Almost like a single-action trigger in its precision. The VP9 grip can be customized to fit any shooter by using a mix of three interchangeable backstraps and six grip panels \u2014 allowing for 27 unique grip configurations. A new feature that all shooters will love is small \u201ccharging support\u201d inserts that make manipulating the slide much easier. The pistol also has a safer and easier disassembly process than our competitors. And the VP9 is one accurate pistol.\u201d<\/p>\n
Covered by Heckler & Koch\u2019s limited lifetime warranty, the VP9 is designed and manufactured in Oberndorf, Germany with HK\u2019s famous long-term durability. The VP9 is remarkably value priced with a suggested retail cost of $719. Widespread availability is slated for July 2014.<\/p>\n
ABOUT HECKLER & KOCH
\nHeckler & Koch is the world\u2019s premier small arms systems company and a major supplier to global military, law enforcement agencies, and civilian shooters. An innovative leader in design and manufacturing, Heckler & Koch provides technologically advanced firearms, logistical support, training, and specialized services with the highest standards of innovation and reliability to its customer base.<\/p>\n
Heckler & Koch\u2019s well-known range of products include the USP series pistols, MP5 submachine gun, the MP7 Personal Defense Weapon, the G36 weapon system, the HK416 enhanced carbine, and HK45 and P30 series pistols.<\/p>\n
For further information, please contact:
\nHK-USA Public Relations
\nTel: 1-703-450-1900 extension 1226 in the USA
\nEmail: pr@heckler-koch-us.com
\nAmerican Website: www.hk-usa.com
\nGlobal Website: www.heckler-koch.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"