Springfield Armory's Springfield Armory's press release announced the Kuna 9mm pistol, developed in partnership with HS Produkt. The company describes it as a compact personal defense platform in the PDW category.
What Was Announced
Springfield Armory is releasing the Kuna 9mm, a pistol using a roller-delayed operating system. The gun is named after the European pine marten, which is Croatia's national animal, and the release credits HS Produkt, the Croatian manufacturing partner, for the design.
Key Details
- Action: roller-delayed operating system
- Upper: monolithic aluminum with integral M-LOK slots
- Barrel: 6-inch, cold radial hammer forged, Melonite finish, 1/2x28 threaded muzzle with multi-port brake
- Controls: fully ambidextrous safety, magazine release and bolt release, plus a reversible non-reciprocating charging handle
- Magazines: two 30-round translucent magazines with metal feed lips included
- Grip: AR-pattern pistol grip with Adaptive Grip Texture
- Sights: hybrid flip-up metal sights with an aperture rear and ring post front, or a white dot front and U-notch rear when folded down
- Version 1: integrated Picatinny rail on the end plate, MSRP $999, model KN9069B (UPC 706397987657)
- Version 2: Strike Industries FSA brace on the Picatinny end plate, MSRP $1,149, model KN9069B-FSA (UPC 706397988951)
What It Means for Gun Owners
The release says the roller-delayed system eliminates the need for a heavy bolt or gas system and reduces reciprocating mass, which the company says lowers recoil and muzzle flip. Buyers who want a compact 9mm with a 30-round capacity and ambidextrous controls will find the specs in line with the announcement. The release does not include independent testing, so performance claims come from the manufacturer.
Bottom Line
The Kuna 9mm is a new compact 9mm from Springfield Armory, offered at $999 or $1,149 depending on whether you want the brace-equipped version. Check the manufacturer's listing for availability and any details not covered in the release.
