Home to Europe's largest integrated firearms manufacturing facility, SARSILMAZ and its group companies stand among the few global defense organizations capable of delivering fully integrated, end-to-end solutions. Their extensive portfolio spans firearms and ammunition across multiple calibers, remote controlled weapon systems, and advanced Metal Injection Molding (MIM) technologies. By managing every stage—from design and manufacturing to testing and field deployment—under one roof, the Group delivers operational reliability, sustainable quality, and rapid responsiveness to evolving customer requirements.
In addition to being the world's largest civilian firearms market, the United States is also home to one of the industry's most knowledgeable, highly trained, and feedback-driven user communities. As such, it represents a strategic benchmark market within SARSILMAZ's global growth and positioning strategy. Operating through its U.S. subsidiary, SAR USA, SARSILMAZ has established a strong presence not only in the civilian market but also among law enforcement agencies across numerous states, where its products are actively deployed in operational service. The Company's success in the U.S. continues to serve as a powerful reference point for expansion into international markets.
Emphasizing the strategic importance of SHOT Show for SARSILMAZ, M. Nuri Kızıltan, General Manager of Foreign Trade, stated:
"SHOT Show is one of the most important platforms where we engage directly with our customers across the Americas, closely monitor industry trends, and measure our competitiveness in one of the world's most demanding markets. The United States serves as a benchmark market closely observed by the global industry. Today, SARSILMAZ differentiates itself not only through the quality of its products but also through the sustainable, reliable, and comprehensive solutions enabled by the integrated capabilities of our group companies. Through this synergistic integrated strength, we are delivering a clear message from the United States to the world: with our manufacturing excellence, advanced technologies, and field-proven products, SARSILMAZ is all you need."
At SHOT Show 2026, SARSILMAZ's integrated defense ecosystem is brought to life through the specialized expertise of its group companies:
At SHOT Show 2026, SARSILMAZ once again demonstrates Türkiye's growing global influence in the defense industry by presenting the combined strength of its deep-rooted heritage, advanced manufacturing infrastructure, and the synergistic capabilities of its group companies to the U.S. market and the international defense community.
One of the strongest examples of this integrated approach is the SAR9 pistol family. The SAR9 SOCOM has twice received the prestigious "Handgun of the Year" award in the United States. Guns & Ammo featured the SAR9 SOCOM Compact on its cover, publishing an in-depth technical review and performance evaluation. American Rifleman selected the SAR9 SC Gen3 as its "Handgun of the Week," highlighting its ergonomics, compact dimensions, and overall user experience. Meanwhile, RECOIL magazine conducted a comprehensive technical analysis of the SAR9 series, emphasizing its engineering philosophy and product diversity.
Recognized for its exceptional shooting comfort and proven reliability under demanding operational conditions, the SAR9 SOCOM is currently deployed as a duty sidearm by police departments in Texas. Developed to meet the requirements of specialized tactical units and validated through some of the world's most rigorous testing protocols, the platform embodies the proven DNA of the SAR9 family. Through SAR USA, SARSILMAZ continues to demonstrate its strength in the United States—the world's largest and most competitive firearms market—earning recognition from both leading authorities and respected industry publications.
