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When will the Civilian version be available?
The handgun looks interesting, I hope it doesnt become a LEO MIL only weapon.
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A ten-round semi-auto version would probably meet the requirements of current U.S. and Canadian law...
This type of firearm is very interesting. However, at least two issues that I see with it are:
1) How do you reload? Do you just throw in a new barrel full of loads? Can you reuse the barrels? How sturdy and stable is the uncased propellant? Can the loads be handloaded?
etc. etc.
2) The way the firearm works:
The first round you fire is close to the muzzle end of the barrel.
The last round you fire is at the other end of the barrel.
Does muzzle velocity and therefore point of impact change from the first round through the last round?
Still, exciting stuff! Potential advantages for a pistol:
a) Fewer moving parts, which could translate to greater accuracy.
b) The electrical trigger should be lighter and smoother, one of the best things that you can do to a firearm to improve accuracy.
c) Lighter weight, without the magazine and cartridge cases. (This might be nullified by having to have a longer barrel to accomodate the ammunition).
d) The handgrip, no longer containing a magazine, can be made as ergonomic as desired, perhaps even detachable and customizable.