The Wilkinson Arms Linda is a unique 9mm pistol from the 1970s-80s, featuring a distinctive 'funky' design reminiscent of sci-fi props. It operates via a blowback system with a forward-weighted bolt and a reverse spring assembly for recoil management. While the pistol is vintage, carbine variants of this design are still manufactured today, indicating its enduring platform.
This "Gun of the Week" video from American Rifleman showcases the Wilkinson Arms Linda 9mm Carbine. The review details its design, inspired by 1960s-80s aesthetics, featuring a blowback-operated, semi-automatic action. Key components highlighted include a 6061 T6 aluminum receiver, a 16.5-inch barrel with 1/2x28" muzzle threads, a reciprocating handle, a simple vertical grip, a crossbolt safety, a wood fore-end, and a folding stock with a Picatinny mount. The carbine accepts 31-round stick magazines and has provision for optics. The video offers an on-range look at the firearm.
This video showcases the Wilkinson Arms Linda pistol, a 1980s 9mm firearm, competing in a BUG match with a vintage Weaver Qwik-Point red dot sight. Despite its age, the pistol demonstrated impressive mechanical accuracy and reliability, while the fiber-optic sight remained bright and effective. The competition highlighted the challenges of limited magazine capacity and the importance of accurate shooting, even with older equipment.
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