Wilson Combat is proud to introduce the BULWARK, a new midsize 9mm service pistol engineered to deliver the reliability, durability, and refined shootability serious users demand in a concealed carry or duty handgun.

At the core of the BULWARK is an enclosed internal hammer-fired operating system, combining the ignition reliability and superior trigger characteristics traditionally associated with hammer-fired firearms with a clean, snag-free exterior profile ideal for concealed carry and professional use.

Unlike striker-fired pistols that rely on a spring-driven firing pin, the BULWARK utilizes a fully enclosed internal hammer mechanism. This design preserves the proven mechanical advantages of a hammer-driven system while protecting internal components from debris and eliminating the exposed hammer found on many conventional pistols. The result is a platform engineered to be one of the softest-recoiling and most reliable handguns in its class.

The BULWARK features a sliding trigger with a 1911-style 3.75 to 4.25 lb pull, designed to deliver a crisp trigger break and short, tactile reset familiar to shooters who value precision and control. This refined trigger system promotes consistent engagement, rapid follow-up shots, and enhanced practical accuracy without sacrificing safety.

Built for long-term durability, the BULWARK features a stainless steel slide, hand-fitted match-grade barrel, and fire control module, including integrated frame rails that create a rigid internal chassis for extended service life and consistent performance. For additional protection, the pistol is finished in a tough black nitride coating, offering outstanding resistance to corrosion, wear, and harsh environmental conditions while maintaining a deep matte-black appearance.

Impressive safety is a defining element of the design. The BULWARK incorporates four independent safety mechanisms, including an ergonomic grip safety that blocks the sear and trigger until disengaged, firing pin block and trigger safety providing redundant mechanical protection while maintaining intuitive, fast handling for concealed carry and duty use.

Designed around a highly practical compact-duty footprint, the BULWARK offers 15+1 capacity in 9mm while remaining cross compatible with many Glock 19-pattern holsters, allowing shooters to integrate it easily into existing carry systems. The pistol is also optics-ready, utilizing a versatile pin-based red-dot mounting system that provides a secure, repeatable interface for most modern pistol optics without requiring multiple plates.

Engineered for both deep concealed carry and extreme duty use, the BULWARK brings together compact dimensions, robust construction, advanced safety features, and internal hammer-fired performance in one purpose-built platform.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Enclosed internal hammer-fired action delivers the trigger feel of a 1911 in the clean, snag-free profile of a modern duty pistol.
• Tested to 5,000 rounds without cleaning or lubrication and without a single malfunction, engineered to run in any condition.
• Four independent safety mechanisms provide redundant mechanical protection for confident concealed carry and duty use.
• 1911-style sliding trigger with a crisp 3.75 to 4.25 lb pull and short, tactile reset for precision and control.
• Stainless steel slide, barrel, and fire control unit with durable black nitride finish for outstanding corrosion and wear resistance.
• 15+1 capacity in 9mm, compatible with many Glock 19-pattern holsters for seamless integration into existing carry systems.
• Optics-ready with Wilson Combat’s pin-based red-dot mounting system, accepting most modern pistol optics without adapter plates.

Wilson Combat has been hand-building custom firearms in Berryville, Arkansas, since 1977. Founded by Bill Wilson and still family-owned, the company is widely regarded as one of the world’s premier custom handgun builders, with a product line that spans 1911s, AR and bolt-action rifles, and top-tier accessories.

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Arsenal Inc., a premier American importer and manufacturer of semi-automatic Kalashnikov pattern firearms, is proud to commemorate the United States’ 250th anniversary with a heartfelt tribute to the nation and the freedoms it represents.

The United States of America marks this milestone as a quarter millennium defined by freedom, innovation, and determination. From its founding, the nation understood that independence from tyranny required more than words, it required the means to fight for it. The Continental Army relied on a wide range of arms, but it was imported firearms, most notably the French Charleville musket, that ultimately filled most of its ranks. This support not only helped secure victory but also laid the foundation for America’s ability to develop its own domestic arms manufacturing and preserve its independence.

At Arsenal Inc., we recognize and continue that legacy. From our early beginnings importing milled Kalashnikov firearms from Bulgaria to expanding into domestic manufacturing in the United States, our mission has remained the same, to provide the highest quality mil-spec AK platforms, foreign and domestic, to the American people. For nearly three decades, we have had the privilege of serving this market, made possible by the freedoms established by its founders.

Arsenal AKs are not built on reputation alone. They are among the only true mil-spec Kalashnikovs available to American civilians, featuring forged and milled receivers built to outlast their owners. We build real AK-47s. That commitment to quality has earned the trust of military and special operations forces globally, where robustness and reliable performance is mission critical.

In honor of America 250, Arsenal Inc. is offering a special $500 savings on four of its most popular models: SAM7UF, SAM7SF, SAM5, and SAM7K.  Only 250 units of each model will be available at this commemorative pricing through K-VAR.

Rather than producing a limited, high-priced commemorative firearm aimed at collectors, Arsenal has taken a different approach, one rooted in accessibility and participation.  This special pricing gives the end user the opportunity to get an Arsenal AK at a price not seen in over two decades.  This initiative is designed to put mil-spec, high-quality firearms into the hands of more Americans, reflecting the enduring principle that the right to keep and bear arms belongs to the people.

As an added benefit, each firearm purchased as part of this promotion will include a $50 gift card redeemable at ArsenalInc.com.

“This great country has given us the opportunity to do what we do, and we are proud to give something back during this historic milestone,” said a representative of Arsenal Inc. “Our goal is not to create something exclusive for a select few, but to make this celebration accessible to more Americans who value freedom and the responsibility that comes with it.”

This 250th anniversary is more than a milestone, it is a reminder of what was fought for and what must be preserved. Arsenal Inc. is proud to honor that legacy not only in words, but in action, by continuing to provide quality firearms to the American people and supporting the enduring tradition of a well-armed citizenry.

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For full details of our American 250 Celebration: Arsenal INC., American 250