Auto-Ordnance News 2014

Auto-Ordnance® Introduces the Budget Priced 1911BKO

December 24, 2014

POMONA, NY – USA based, Kahr Firearms Group is proud to announce the introduction of the Auto-Ordnance 1911BKO. The 1911BKO is only the second 1911 pistol to be introduced over the past year, following in the footsteps of the successful 1911TC model in stainless steel just last year.

The Auto-Ordnance 1911BKO frame incorporates GI specs and features a matte black finish frame, barrel and slide. The carbon steel slide, sear and disconnector are machined from solid bar stock and heat treated properly to assure durability and long life over many thousands of rounds. The low-profile sights feature a blade front sight and a rear drift adjustable for windage. The grip is brown checkered plastic.

This .45 ACP has a 5” barrel, length is 8.5” overall and weighs just 39 oz. The 1911BKO is 100% made in the USA and ships with one 7-round magazine. The BKO has a thumb safety, grip safety and firing pin block.

MSRP on the Auto-Ordnance 1911BKO is just $571.00.

 

NEW 2015 Thompson & Auto-Ordnance TV Commercial

November 19, 2014

 

Kahr Firearms Group New Facility in Northeast PA is moving forward

November 14, 2014

 

Kahr^® to Sponsor Long-Range Shooting Contest

October 1, 2014

Pomona, NY – If you believe that you have earned bragging rights with your long-range shooting skills, now is the time to share it with YouTube fans. Kahr Firearms Group invites all shooters, 18-years or older, to participate in the Kahr 2014 YouTube Video Long-Range Shooting Contest. Bragging rights may only earn a nice pat on the back, but the grand prize for this YouTube contest is worth far more. Kahr is offering the winner $5,000 in value on any Kahr Firearms Group products which includes; Kahr, Magnum Research and Auto-Ordnance.

“Our goal of this shooting contest is to dispel the myth that accuracy is sacrificed in exchange for a smaller sized pistol, like that found in our concealed carry product line.” stated Justin Moon, CEO of Kahr Firearms Group. “Given the tight tolerances to which all Kahr pistols are manufactured, Kahr pistols are extremely accurate at ranges even out beyond that which pistols are generally fired. I have been shooting Kahr pistols for more than 20 years, and even at more than 100 yards, the accuracy and the groupings are impressive. I feel confident that the videos will more than demonstrate just how effective Kahr firearms are.”

In support of the universe of Kahr fans, Kahr Firearms Group invites shooting enthusiasts to submit a video of them shooting any Kahr pistol at 100 yards or more and then posting it to YouTube. Next, provide a URL link directly to Kahr and the winner will be determined by the video that has garnered the most views. The contest period runs November 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014 and the winner will be announced on January 6, 2015.

The Long-Range Shooting Contest video must be no longer than 30-seconds to 3-minutes in length, and must be original footage. The footage must demonstrate shooting at 100-yards, exclusively using a Kahr pistol. Check the Kahr website at www.kahr.com/videocontest.asp for a complete list of contest rules.

 

Now Available the Auto-Ordnance & Thompson's New 9th Edition Brochure

September 18, 2014

 

The American Legend | A-O M1 Carbine Scout Rifle Prototype

August 29, 2014

Showcasing the Auto-Ordnance M1 Carbine Scout Rifle Prototype by Kahr Firearms Group Shooting Team, Shawn Barry and Glenn Ryther (Practical Training Solutions, Wallkill, NY)

 

Kahr Firearms Group Kicks Off Free Magazine Promotion

Pomona, NY – USA based, Kahr Firearms Group is kicking off a free magazine promotion for their Kahr, Magnum Research and Auto-Ordnance brands. To qualify, just purchase certain Desert Eagle 1911s, specific Desert Eagle pistols, Kahr C-Series, or Auto Ordnance Tommy Guns or 1911s between June 16, 2014 and October 31, 2014. Suggested retail on the magazines range from $16 for AO1911 to $299 on a Tommy Gun drum.

The 2014 summer/fall promotion is offered on Kahr C-Series which includes: CW45, CW40, CW9, CM45, CM40, CM9, CT40 and CT45. The models included from Magnum Research include all Desert Eagle .50AE, Desert Eagle .44 and Desert Eagle .357 models. Gold finish models are not included in this promotion. The promotion also extends to include the Desert Eagle 1911 C, G, and GR models. For Auto Ordnance, drum or stick magazines are offered on the Thompson 1927A-1 line or the Thompson M1 model. The promotion also extends to the Thompson 1911 pistol and A-O 1911 pistol.

To receive a coupon for the free magazine, just log onto the Kahr, Magnum Research or Auto-Ordnance websites at www.kahr.com, www.magnumresearch.com or www.auto-ordnance.com download the coupon, fill it out and mail, email or fax it along with a copy of the firearm receipt. The new firearm must have been purchased during the summer-fall promotion period to qualify. Allow 4-6 weeks for processing, shipping and delivery.

 

New Street Signs Erected on Kahr's PA land

June 6, 2014

 

Kahr® Firearms Group Breaks New Ground

June 2, 2014

Pomona, NY – A crowd of over 180 people shared in the celebration on Thursday, May 29th of the official ground-breaking ceremony of the Kahr Firearms Group new headquarters in Blooming Grove Township of Pike County Pennsylvania located in the Pocono region of the state. Justin Moon, CEO, Kahr Firearms Group welcomed Pennsylvania Lt. Governor Jim Cawley to the event which also included a number of key state officials.

Early last year, Kahr made the key decision to move the headquarters out of New York and move to the more gun-friendly state of Pennsylvania. The purchase included 620 acres of prime commercial real estate from the Pike County Industrial Park Development Group. The ground-breaking ceremony christens the first step in the multi-phased relocation. The corporate offices and the research and development departments will be the first to be relocated. When the second phase commences, manufacturing operations will be expanded to the Pike County location to meet the increasing manufacturing demands for Kahr Firearms Group products.

“We are just a few months into the initial construction phase of our new corporate headquarters, and already the support we are receiving from the Pike County Industrial Park Development Group, the local community, and even Governor Corbett has been extremely welcoming,” stated VP of Marketing and Sales, Frank Harris. “It clearly demonstrates how eager the state of Pennsylvania is to bring job opportunities to the citizens of the state, while also supporting our right to manufacture firearms.”

The move to Pennsylvania will make for a far more cohesive relationship between the firearms manufacturer and the State than what they have experienced in New York. As Kahr Firearms Group expands over the next few years, they will reach out to the community with the addition of employment opportunities.

 

Gun maker breaks ground in Pike County, salutes USA

May 30, 2014 | By Beth Brelje | The Pocono Record

Patriotism was a prominent theme as gun manufacturer Kahr Firearms Group celebrated its new location in Pike County on Thursday with a groundbreaking and barbecue.

"We are very happy to be in Pike County, in a place where people love the Second Amendment and love guns. It is a great place to be," Kahr founder Justin Moon said. "I just wish the rest of the country could be like Pike County."

>> Read the article

 

Wild Things in Wild Places: Kahr® Firearms Group Welcomes new Tenant in PA

Pomona, NY – It is the type of story that you just don't hear very often. As land development eats away at wildlife habitat, chasing animals away from areas they consider to be home, one company is sharing their new headquarters property with the existing wildlife.

At the end of March, as Kahr Firearms Group was breaking ground on their new headquarters in Pike County, Pennsylvania, it was discovered that the 620 acre parcel was home to a female black bear and her cub. The bear den was located just 400 yards from where the crew was about to begin with the excavation for the new Kahr Firearms Group offices.

The construction crew notified Kahr, and the company immediately reached out to the Pennsylvania Game Commission for some assistance. When the game wardens arrived, they sedated the sow in order to exam her, check her vital statistics, and then tag her with a tracking collar. Only one cub was in the den and the game wardens determined that based on the size of the cub and the weight of the sow, that the bear likely had some health issues during hibernation. When the examination was complete, the bear cub and the sow were determined to be healthy and the game warden turned to Kahr Firearms Group owner, Justin Moon, and asked if he wanted the bears removed. “It was an easy decision for me. I felt that the bear and her cub had survived a very harsh winter and the den was their home. I strongly believe that man can cohesively share habitat with animals, so I felt the most respectful decision was to share the property with the bear and her cub.”

The sow and her cub were returned to the den and the decision to stay or move on was left to the 4-legged tenant on whether or not she and her cub want to stay. Since then, the crew has no additional sightings of the bears, but, everyone is hoping that they stick around and enjoy their new neighbors.

Don’t you love a story with a happy ending?

 

NRA News: Kahr Arms Leaves over New York SAFE Act

April 29, 2014 | NRA News

Frank Harris talks about the decision to move from gun-unfriendly New York.

NRA News Executive Producer John Popp was in Indianapolis this past weekend, covering the 2014 NRA Annual Meetings. He had the opportunity to speak with Frank Harris, spokesman for Kahr Arms. Harris discusses the decision made by the company to leave New York State in light of the passage of the gun control SAFE Act. Plus, he describes their new product line on display at the Meetings.

>> NRA News

 

Kahr's Perfect Combination: Guns and Gold

April 29, 2014

Pomona, NY – What is better than guns and gold? How about a combination of the two? Show your Kahr pride by adorning yourself with 14k yellow gold jewelry offered exclusively by Kahr Firearms Group™. The complete jewelry collection includes three charms and one bracelet.

Kahr offers 3 charms to choose from: Kahr K9, Magnum Research Desert Eagle .50, and a Thompson 1927A-1. Each gold charm weighs in at 5-6 grams of solid 14k gold, is highly detailed and comes with a high polish finish. It features a lobster claw closure to attach to any charm bracelet, necklace, key chain, zipper pull, or even your gun case or gear bag. MSRP per charm is $249.99. (Prices subject to change due to fluctuations in the price of gold.)

Also new to the collection, is a stunning 14k yellow gold open link rope bracelet. The charm bracelet measures 7.5" in length and also features a lobster claw closure. MSRP on the bracelet is $349.99.

The new jewelry collection by Kahr makes for a perfect Mother's Day, Father's Day or holiday gift. All items are in stock for immediate delivery.

 

Kahr Firearms Group Partners with Cabela's on Two New Custom Offerings

April 21, 2014

Pomona, NY – One of the trends we are seeing in firearms right now is customization. Kahr Firearms Group has partnered with Cabela's, the World's Foremost Outfitter, and is offering exciting new custom designs for two of their best-selling pistols – the Auto-Ordnance 1911 and the Kahr PM9.

The first new custom design is a black and orange Auto Ordnance 1911. It is 100% made in the USA and the pistol features an orange frame and black slide accented with black appointments. Both the frame and slide on the Auto-Ordnance 1911 are machined from high carbon 4140 steel. The frame has been treated with a high temperature ceramic Cerakote™ coating giving it that intriguing orange color. This .45 ACP pistol has a 5" barrel, 8.5" overall length and weighs just 39 oz. It has front and rear dovetail cut/low-profile iron sights and a checkered black rubber grip featuring the iconic Thompson bullet logo and held in place by hex grip screws. It is shipped with two 7 round magazines. The model number is 1911PKZCABHO and MSRP is $759.00.

The second custom offering exclusively sold through Cabela's is a Kahr PM9 in a bright and sexy Robin Eggshell Blue polymer frame. The frame on this PM9 is done in a durable nylon filled robin eggshell blue polymer ensuring that it will easily retain its color under normal wear. The finger rest extension on the 6 round magazine is done in a Cerakote coating to match the color of the polymer frame. The slide is machined from a solid billet of tough 420 stainless steel and has an attractive matte finish. The PM9 features a 3" polygonal rifled barrel and has an overall length of 5.3", 4.0" in height, and weighs just 14 oz. with an empty magazine. The Robin Eggshell Blue PM9 has drift adjustable, white bar dot combat sights and the gun is shipped with 3 magazines (one finger rest 6 rd., one 6 rd. with a flush baseplate and one 7 rd. with an extended grip). Included in the custom package is a black pistol rug and a pocket holster. The model number is PM9093CABBL and MSRP is $899.00 for the entire package.

Both pistols are sold exclusively through Cabela's while supplies last. To find a Cabela’s location in your area visit www.cabelas.com.

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Kahr wants other firearms businesses to come to Pike County

April 12, 2014 | By Beth Brelje | The Pocono Record

Ground-breaking in Pike County for the new corporate headquarters of Kahr Firearms Group is likely in May, and a long-range plan for more gun companies is taking shape.

The gun manufacturer bought the long-empty 600-acre Pike County Business Park on Well Road in Blooming Grove for $2 million last year and will move its entire New York operation out of that state to escape what it describes as an unfriendly gun climate there.

“We would like to have a firearms-friendly business park. If other companies want to leave states with more restrictive gun laws, such as Massachusetts, Connecticut and New York, this is a great place,” company spokesman Frank Harris said. “We have lots available, and we would put up buildings. Pike County is a great place with a gun-friendly environment, right off Interstate 84.”

>> Read the article

 

Lord's Valley PA construction update

April 1, 2014

 

In spite of freezing cold work begins at Kahr property in Lord's Valley, PA

March 4, 2014

 

Kahr® Partners with Spyderco® to Introduce the Kahr Delica4

January 6, 2014

Pomona, NY – Kahr Firearms Group is proud to introduce the Kahr Spyderco Delica4, a distinctive variation of one of Spyderco's most popular folding knives available exclusively through Kahr.

Created by self-defense authority Michael Janich, the Kahr signature Delica4 offers Kahr its own unique design by combining a full-length handle with a compact 2.5" blade. The shorter blade makes it legal in jurisdictions with strict blade-length limitations without sacrificing leverage, control, or cutting power.

The Kahr Delica4 features a stonewashed VG-10 stainless steel blade with a smooth thumb ramp. The sturdy back lock mechanism locks the blade in place when open, and includes a Boye Dent relief cut to prevent unintentional lock release. The Trademark Round Hole™ found on all Spyderco blades ensures quick, positive, one-handed opening. Other features include the Bi-Directional Textured™ handle scales injection molded from fiberglass-reinforced nylon and skeletonized stainless steel liners that reduce the overall weight of the knife to just 2.5 ounces.

The perfect companion to Kahr's compact pistols, the Kahr Delica4 is also designed to maximize its concealment properties. It is offered in three discreet handle colors — black, khaki, and denim-blue — to blend discreetly with common pant colors. In addition, the blade, four-position pocket clip, and all other hardware feature a non-reflective stonewashed finish.

The Kahr Spyderco Delica4 is available through Kahr Arms at www.kahr.com and select Kahr dealers and distributors. The MSRP is $99.

>> Download Kahr® Spyderco® Delica4 Sell Sheet

 

World Record Desert Eagle .50 Caliber - 5 shots in 0.8 seconds!!

Dec 31, 2013 | Miculek.com - Your ULTIMATE firearms resource!

5 rounds on target as fast as possible with a stock Desert Eagle .50 AE! All caught at high speed!

 

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