The Archon Type B accepts Glock sights and has a low bore axis.

Archon Firearms, recently renamed from Arsenal Firearms, debuted the newest iteration of the B pistol dubbed “Type B.” The company is rebranding to avoid a possible trademark dispute. The Type B pistol was formerly known as the Stryk B.

Overview – New Archon

The new Type B features an incredibly low bore axis, which is a large part of its appeal. When you shoot this pistol, you can tell. Front and rear slide serrations are both functional and attractive. It also features a cut behind the front sight to facilitate press checks. It accepts aftermarket Glock sights and has a Picatinny accessory rail up front. The flat faced trigger is light and has a very short reset.

The frame of the gun is like nothing else, featuring an integrated beavertail, a cut for a very high grip and innovative grip mapping frame texturing. What exactly is grip mapping frame texturing? It is a very well executed pattern of small blocks, that help you keep a grip on the gun, without being uncomfortable. It looks odd, but in use, I like it. The mag well is factory beveled for quick reloads, and the design looks sharp.

SPECS

• Striker-fired polymer pistol
• Four 15-round magazines included
• MSRP: $850
• Accepts Glock Sights
• Integrated Beavertail
• Innovative grip mapping frame
• Flat-faced trigger
• Manufacturer: Archon Firearms

Impressions

In use, the gun is very flat shooting. The low bore axis helps, but the pistol also uses a three-stage recoil spring to really keep the muzzle down. This is a unique pistol that you are going to want to hold to appreciate.

The flat-faced trigger and short reset made the Type B pistol a favorite during range day.

The guns are currently manufactured in Germany, but in the future, the plan is to bring production home to the US of A. The Type B ships with 4x 15 round magazines and good sights, which means all you need is some bullets to be ready to go.

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