Rock Island Armory, also known as Armscor, is launching a new handgun this Thursday, 17 June 2021, the STK100. The STK100 has an aluminum grip which they promise is enough weight to reduce felt recoil but still comfortable enough to carry all day. It has a 17-round capacity, and chambers 9mm. The STK100 will be compatible with Glock 17 magazines. It also has an optic-ready slide for conveniently adding accessories. Additionally Armscor included an extended beavertail for comfort. “[The STK100] has all the advantages of metal for the price of a polymer.” You can find more information and register to join their live product launch here.
MSRP on the STK100 is $599
Overview
Striker-fired pistol fans, rejoice. The STK100 boasts an aluminum grip that adds just enough weight to reduce felt recoil while still being comfortable to carry all day. This 9MM 17-round gem has a textured grip angled like a 1911 grip to give you greater control. With a patent-pending frame designed for durability, It has all the advantages of metal for the price of a polymer.
Specifications
CALIBER 9MM CAPACITY 17 BARREL 4.5″ OVERALL LENGTH 7.91″ OVERALL WIDTH 1.25″ OVERALL HEIGHT 5.16″ WEIGHT 1.80LBS FRONT SIGHT TENON CUT W/ RETAINING SCREW REAR SIGHT FIXED INTEGRATED ON OPTIC COVER PLATE GRIPS ALUMINUM (INTEGRATED ON FRAME) FINISH BLACK ANODIZED ACTION SEMI-AUTOMATIC TRIGGER PULL 3-7LBS PURPOSE PERSONAL PROTECTION, RECREATIONAL SHOOTING
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Strange that they never showed it with a mounted optic since that is one of the key features.
No words on what footprint it uses yet either. Assuming either RMR or Docter since those are most typical. Hopefully they give more details later this week at the release.