Brügger & Thomet USW Preview - SHOT 2017

Published on January 20, 2017
Duration: 3:18

This video provides a preview of the Brügger & Thomet (B&T) USW, a semi-automatic handgun chambered in 9x19mm, showcased at SHOT Show 2017. The USW is based on a Sphinx handgun and features a unique floating stock, an Aimpoint Nano RMR optic developed in conjunction with B&T, and a double-single action trigger. The design aims to enhance the combat effectiveness of law enforcement and military personnel by providing a more stable platform for longer-range engagements.

Quick Summary

The Brügger & Thomet USW is a 9x19mm semi-automatic handgun based on a Sphinx design, featuring a floating stock and an Aimpoint Nano optic. Its purpose is to enhance combat effectiveness by providing a more stable platform for engaging distant targets, similar to a PDW.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction to B&T Booth & USW
  2. 00:15USW Overview: PDW-esque Handgun
  3. 00:26Sphinx Handgun Basis
  4. 00:33Floating Stock Design
  5. 00:43Aimpoint Nano Optic
  6. 00:52Double Single Action Trigger
  7. 00:56Mec-Gar Magazine
  8. 01:02Grip Features
  9. 01:08Accessory Rail
  10. 01:18Slide Serrations & Charging
  11. 01:31Threaded Muzzle
  12. 01:40Thread Standard (13.5x1 LH)
  13. 01:56Magazine Compatibility
  14. 02:02Aimpoint Nano Specs (Battery, MOA)
  15. 02:09Specialized Holster
  16. 02:38Design Impetus: Combat Effectiveness
  17. 02:59Availability & Delivery
  18. 03:09Closing Remarks & More Coverage

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Brügger & Thomet USW?

The Brügger & Thomet USW is a semi-automatic handgun chambered in 9x19mm, designed to enhance combat effectiveness. It features a Sphinx handgun base, a unique floating stock, and an Aimpoint Nano optic.

What are the key features of the B&T USW?

Key features include its Sphinx-based design, a floating stock, an Aimpoint Nano optic with a 3/12 MOA reticle, a double-single action trigger, Mec-Gar magazines, an accessory rail, and a 13.5x1 left-handed threaded muzzle.

What is the purpose behind the B&T USW design?

The USW aims to extend the combat effectiveness of police and military personnel by providing a more stable platform with a stock, enabling them to engage more distant targets with greater accuracy than a standard sidearm.

What optic is used on the B&T USW?

The USW utilizes an Aimpoint Nano RMR type optic, which was specifically developed for this system through a joint venture between Aimpoint and B&T. It offers a one-year battery life and a 3/12 MOA red dot.

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