B&T continues to introduce their products to America, although, unfortunately, slower than most of us would like due to ATF approval processes. As I anxiously await the VP9 (not that one) to be granted access, another one of the Swiss pistols is finally available. Joe Stoppiello, owner/operator of Dakota Tactical, was nice enough to take some pictures of the newest addition to the B&T lineup to enter the U.S. market: the USWA1. Imported via B&T USA in Tampa, FL as a pistol, owners following the ATF Form 1 process will be able to give life to its true SBR state.

Using some Sphinx parts, B&T built the USWA1 that only makes it slightly resemble its cousin. First and foremost, the rear portion of the frame includes a mount that can accept a side folding shoulder stock. That same over-the-slide mount also provides an attachment point for a new red dot optic, the Aimpoint NANO.

Moving forward, the slide includes a flared and serrated surface for charging the pistol, since the optic and mount prevents a more traditional action. The barrel is threaded to accept an always welcome silencer, and three types of B&T marked magazines are included in increasing capacities. A 200 Lumen B&T (Inforce) APL weapon light is also included in the package.

Some may balk at the $2,200+ street price, however, with the Aimpoint NANO, weapon light, three large capacity magazines, holster and threaded barrel, the package itself is fairly reasonable if you are looking for a unique pistol to SBR project.*

* NOTE: The above listed accessories were included as a an introductory package deal. Orders after the initial run will not include a holster or extra magazines.

B&T USWA1 FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS:

• Operation: Semi-automatic
• Caliber: 9 x 19 mm
• Barrel length: 110 mm (4.33 in.)
• Muzzle feature: M13.5 x 1 LH threads
• Handling: Ambidextrous
• Optic: Aimpoint NANO
• Illumination: B&T 200 lumen APL tactical pistol light
• Included: 3 magazines (17, 19 and 30 round), 3 grip panel inserts (S-M-L), duty holster, sling, cleaning kit, manual, hard case
• MSRP: $2,350.00

Dakota Tactical

We are a Type 07 FFL and Class 02 SOT manufacturer of roller delayed blowback firearms and Heckler & Koch compatible firearm accessories.

We began in this industry with our HK SL8 to G36 conversion service. It was this conversion that quickly earned us a reputation for unsurpassed quality and exceptional attention to detail. We then began HK USC to UMP conversions where our reputation for excellence continued to grow. By 2009 we began to manufacture our own line of roller lock firearms which are accredited by many to have changed the overwhelming negative criticisms of the U.S. made roller lock market.