22s manufactured by Carl Walther Germany under license from New Colt Holding Corporation. Umarex USA introduced the Colt M4 and M16 Tactical Rimfire replicas in 2009 and is continuing its relationship as United States importer for Colt. 22 long rifle (LR) platform is a new, licensed reproduction available in three rimfire variants-Government models 1911, 1911 Rail Gun, and 1911 Gold Cup. (Previously reviewed here) In May of 2010, Umarex USA issued the following announcement:įORT SMITH, ARKANSAS – (May 13, 2010) – Umarex USA, the leader in firearm replication,introduces the Colt Government 1911 chambered in. 22LR, bearing the Colt logo and manufactured and sold under a licensing agreement with Colt’s Manufacturing. A few years ago, Umarex USA (pronounced "OO' mah rex" to reflect the company's German origins, not "YOO' mah rex" as it tends to roll of this writer's tangled tongue) also began selling copies of the Colt M4 tactical carbine chambered in. The announcement came, however, not from Colt’s Manufacturing Company but from Umarex USA, a company better known for high quality BB guns and blank firing replicas.
22LR market, there would once again be a. We were exceptionally excited when, a year ago as this article is being prepared, it was announced that after a long absence from the. The M1911.ORG has previously reviewed examples of what has been coming on the market. In the 1911 universe, conversion kits have been flying off the shelves, and new players have entered the marketplace with versions of the venerable 1911 chambered for the ubiquitous. 22LR caliber pistols and conversion kits of all kinds. Over the past two or three years, probably driven by increases in the price of pistol ammunition coupled with shortages of both ammunition and components for reloading, there has been a groundswell of interest in. The timeless platform combined with Walther’s superior craftsmanship results in one of the newest firearms available today.A new Colt in. It is the only genuine Colt tactical rimfire replica available in the world. version of this handgun is manufactured exclusively by Walther under license from Colt. From checkered grips to the single-action-only trigger – even the spurred hammer and the grip safety – you’ll feel the sensation of nostalgia shot after shot. To stay true to what made the platform iconic, this replica functions and feels exactly like the original. troops for decades, created to achieve peak performance through Walther’s unparalleled design. This handgun features the classic configuration of the legendary 1911 pistol carried by U.S. Walther brings a modern flair to a quintessential favorite with The Colt Government 1911 A1. Superior performance and remarkable reliability will make this a shooting experience you will never forget. Explore Walther’s performance leading lineup of competition target and specialty pistols and rifles.ĬLASSIC FUNCTIONALITY WITH MODERN EXPERTISE.Ī classic firearm this iconic requires no introduction.Explore Walther’s performance leading lineup of concealed carry, duty, and defense pistols.Look through all of the great content that has to offer in the online campus. Learn all about the Walther product line.