FN SLP named NRA "Shotgun of the Year"

[Thermallator]

(McLean, Va.) May 11, 2009. FNH USA proudly announces the selection of the FN SLP by the National Rifle Association (NRA) as “Shotgun of the Year.”

The modular FN SLP is a hardworking shotgun that ships with two gas pistons – for heavy and light loads -- to offer the operator more flexibility and longer life. A variety of shotgun choke tubes and accessory sporting barrels are also available for the SLP.

The reliability of the SLP is well documented along with its nimble cycling speed and light felt recoil. It is ideal for a wide variety of applications in law enforcement, tactical, personal security, and competition.

The NRA judges commented, “Based on the Browning Gold and Winchester Super-X design, the short-stroke, gas-operated semi-automatic SLP has a host of features that drew us to it, including: pistons for both heavy and light loads; a safety than can be reversed for left-handers; an 18” 12-ga barrel with a 3” chamber and compatibility with standard invector choke tubes; an extended magazine tube; a protected front post with a white aiming dot and, in the rear, an adjustable ghost-ring flanked by two white dots and mounted on a Picatinny rail; and a 1” thick ventilated rubber recoil pad.

And when it came to shooting performance, we judged the SLP to . . . (exhibit) commendable slug accuracy, consistent pattern density with buckshot and excellent functional reliability. Handling was also note-worthy, with quick cycling and minimal muzzle rise. . . The FN Self-Loading Police shotgun is simple, reliable and rugged, offering solid performance and a proven design.”

FNH USA is the sales and marketing arm of FN Herstal, S.A., Belgium. Its corporate mission is to expand its global leadership position in defense, law enforcement and commercial markets by delivering superior products and the finest in training and logistical support. Visit www.fnhusa.com to view the entire line of FNH USA products and services. FNH USA, P.O. Box 697, McLean, VA, 22101, U.S.A.

Please stop by the FNH USA booth at the NRA National Meeting to chat and take a look around or pick up a media kit on CD (Booth #2015).

[djv38]

They also have an announcement from today that the SCAR was declared operationally suitable and is approved for combat

Things are going good for FN

[SgtStrykerUSMC43]

This ought to send the sales of SLP's north.


and...

"They also have an announcement from today that the SCAR was declared operationally suitable and is approved for combat."


They've never been wrong before, have they? :razz:


M16 ring a bell?

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[djv38]

Was the M16 picked out and helped developed by SOCOM though?

As I recall, the M4A1 seems to have been pretty good for most of the SOCOM guys.

[SgtStrykerUSMC43]

I was referring to DoD as a whole, or I should state hole, as in abyss.

SOCOM wasn't around for the M16.


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[djv38]

SOCOM wasn't around for the M16.

I know, that's why I said it

[SgtStrykerUSMC43]

But, MAC V SOG was...

What I was getting at, and taking the long way around the barn in doing so was, just because SOCOM helped on the input, doesn't mean the SCAR is the best rifle since the invention of black powder.

I'm due for one next, and I can already see there is going to be an issue with the heat transfer between the barrel and the 1913 rail at the 6 o'clock position. That's without having a gun in hand. I'll shoot it, and if I break it, I'll send it to FNH USA for repair, and then I'll dump it like a bucket full of poop.

We're getting off the original topic here. The SLP. I'll keep to myself until I actually get the gun, and then, wooo hooo! I will not be afraid to dissect that thing.

PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH

[djv38]

Some questions about the NRA shotgun of the year:

I'm assuming the shotgun doesn't have to be a new design, right?

and does it encorporate all models of the shotgun (like stock options, pistol grip, recoil reducers etc.)?

[SgtStrykerUSMC43]

Some questions about the NRA shotgun of the year:

I'm assuming the shotgun doesn't have to be a new design, right?


and does it encorporate all models of the shotgun (like stock options, pistol grip, recoil reducers etc.)?

You're right. It doesn't have to be a new design, but that's what they usually pick.

I think options a pretty thin right now.

Is it me or is it the gun?:

Take a look at the rear sight in the pic. The cantilever rail actually obstructs a clear view of the sight. You see that?

If this is the case, why would they put both on the gun? Doesn't make sense.

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[djv38]

Middle of the rail milled out? That's what I would assume (or at least a divet).

I think they offer ghost ring sights as well, but that configuration looks like it is tailored for a reflex sight.