What we have here, in images 1, 2 & 4, is the Boberg XR9, the "High Tech Pocket Pistol". The XR9 is a prototype 9mm pocket pistol by Boberg Engineering. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that the magazine is located directly under the chamber. This allows this small pistol to have a full size barrel (4.2”). Think of it as a bullpup pistol -- the action is further back than usual, allowing for a longer barrel in less space. Image 1 shows how bullets are drawn backwards out of the magazine in order to load into the chamber. Images 2 & 3 compare two pistols with the same barrel length. Note how the positioning of the chambers is different on each weapon. The Boberg, in image 2, is considerably more compact than the Model 1911 .45 in image 3. In fact, the Boberg is at least 1.5 inches shorter, and probably 2+ inches shorter.
This is an idea whose time has come. I hope it hits the market and revolutionizes pistol designs across the board. Shit, imagine what you'd have if you added this "bullpup" feature to the Springfield XPD Compact, with its variable-length magazines. You'd have a super-compact 4-incher, is what you'd have. Something that every sub/urban prepper can use.
That's it for this post. Just one gun tonight -- got other stuff to do.
Peace out.
This is an idea whose time has come. I hope it hits the market and revolutionizes pistol designs across the board. Shit, imagine what you'd have if you added this "bullpup" feature to the Springfield XPD Compact, with its variable-length magazines. You'd have a super-compact 4-incher, is what you'd have. Something that every sub/urban prepper can use.
That's it for this post. Just one gun tonight -- got other stuff to do.
Peace out.
Excellent photos and concise presentation. Good post man. And I agree I'd love to see this design spread.
ReplyDeleteBut I wonder, how badly will patent law stand in the way?
Now is not a good time for innovation. They end up either over priced and badly produced or gathering dust because it's become illegal or fiscally irresponsible to share.
Also I like the glock because of it having fewer moving parts. Seems like this design might have a lot more than normal, though I'm no gunsmith so I can't say with any conviction.
I wonder, how's field stripping work on this thing?