Eurosatory 2022: IWI expands its range of striker-fired pistol solutions, with the launch of the Masada Slim – a highly accurate 13 round compact handgun
12 June 2021, Ramat Hasharon, Israel. IWI – Israel Weapon Industries -a member of the SK Group (founded by Mr. Samy Katsav) and is a global leader in the productionof combat-proven small arms for governments government, armies, military, and law enforcement agencies around the world globe. has launched the Masada Slim, an operationally proven, high capacity 9 mm compact striker-fired handgun designed to be easily concealed for any covert mission.
With a slim line frame, made out of high-strength, impact-resistant fiberglass-reinforced polymers, the Masada slim is designed around a high capacity 13 round magazine and together with an extended base plate it enhances the slim fire power to 17 rounds cartridge that can accommodate 13 bullets, with a cartridge adaptor that can be added to accommodate a total of 17 bullets, giving users additional stopping power. Its enhanced ergonomic design facilitates a natural and instinctive grip angle. Premium high-grade sights are provided as standard out of the box, ensuring enhanced accuracy. Front slide serrations ensure easy and smooth slide manipulations.
- The Masada slim is optic ready compatible with many after-market sights. Its serialized, high-grade steel firing control mechanism can be easily removed, for easy maintenance and configuration.
The Masada slim has A straight trigger, with an average pull of 5.5 to 7
lb. the short clean, crisp break with a positive short reset insurers excellent
accuracy. A built-in trigger safety ensures that the handgun will not fire
unless the trigger is pressed. A High
tang grip design ensures superb recoil control and fast follow up shots on
target. For enhanced safety the Masada slim can’t be disassembled
while the magazine is inserted and there is no need to press the trigger for
disassembly.
As with all IWI firearms, the Masada Slim has been subjected to rigorous testing in extremely harsh environmental conditions.
“We developed the Masada Slim in direct response to the changing needs of our customers around the world for maximum flexibility and adaptability for any mission,” says Ronen Hamudot, Exe. VP Marketing and Sales at SK Group and IWI. “Despite its compact size, we have maintained all the proven benefits of other IWI pistols, including a unique safety mechanism, with the goal of achieving maximum user safety. The Masada slim is already in use by various forces around the world.”
Photos courtesy IWI