US-made Zenith ZF-5 coming this Fall

[HotelKilo]

So they say....it sounds interesting.
https://zenithfirearms.com/blog/news/

June 2, 2021

PRESS RELEASE​

ZENITH FIREARMS TO MANUFACTURE ROLLER-DELAYED BLOWBACK FIREARMS IN THE UNITED STATES​

ZF-5 TO OFFER ADVANCEMENTS OVER THE ORIGINAL DESIGN

AFTON, VA: Zenith Firearms announced today that it will be releasing its first gun model in the fourth quarter of 2021. Their ZF-5 will retain the iconic submachine gun profile, but offer improvements throughout the system. Users can expect improved serviceability along with renewed accessibility to parts and accessories.

“Since the start of this project, our goal was to build a ‘better than the original’ firearm,” said Kutlay Kaya, CEO of Zenith Firearms. “Our team of more than 50 engineers, roller-delayed platform experts, and manufacturing specialists have meticulously revamped the model. We will be offering a completely U.S.-made, Zenith manufactured firearm with superior quality attained through modernization, precise tolerances, improved coatings, and a cold hammer-forged barrel.”

Each ZF-5 will ship with three (3) magazines, a premium sling, a cleaning kit, and a Picatinny optics rail in a high-quality carry case. “You can expect to receive all of this with a lower price tag than the competition,” Kaya said.

Distributors, dealers, and retail customers can follow Zenith’s social media pages for updates or sign up to receive emails at https://zenithfirearms.com/updates.

About Zenith Firearms: Zenith Firearms is a 100% American owned and operated company headquartered in Afton, Virginia. Zenith made its mark on the American shooting community through their expertise in the roller-delayed blowback platform and reputation for excellent customer service. Learn more about Zenith Firearms here: https://zenithfirearms.com “We keep rolling. Zenith Firearms”

Media Contact: Marci Malinowski, TEL: 434-202-7790, marci@zenithfirearms.com

 

[ORL-LLC]

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[ORL-LLC]

After checking out @Nehalem Man
Zenith's I was pretty impressed.

 

[AGG]

So they say....it sounds interesting.
https://zenithfirearms.com/blog/news/

Thanks for the heads up.
Only makes sense--- hope they use quality parts and assemblers--- and have excellent QC and CS.

Tony

 

[HotelKilo]

Thanks for the heads up.
Only makes sense--- hope they use quality parts and assemblers--- and have excellent QC and CS.

Tony

I figure that they had to do something if they wanted to survive. Apparently their relationship with MKE was over. It will be interesting to see the 'better than original' product that they offer but I expect that I am done buying for now.

 

[ORL-LLC]

Will see if I can get "Free DEMO Samples"

 

[Nehalem Man]

After checking out @Nehalem Man
Zenith's I was pretty impressed.

My Zeniths were manufactured by MKE and then imported by Zenith. This new introductions sounds like a domestically made Zenith if I understand correctly. Might be a completely different animal. ?????

-E-

 

[Nehalem Man]

Seriously though........they need to get a 5.56 out asap. They would clean up.

-E-

 

[ORL-LLC]

Seriously though........they need to get a 5.56 out asap. They would clean up.

-E-

And maybe a 308?

 

[AGG]

Seriously though........they need to get a 5.56 out asap. They would clean up.

-E-

Agreed--- not many good choices.

Tony

 

[Nehalem Man]

Zenith says to look for a 5.56 in Fall of 2022.

-E-

 

[HotelKilo]

Come and get 'em $2500​

PULL THE TRIGGER ON YOUR ZF-5 PREORDER​

 

[AGG]

For that kind of money, I believe that I would rather have an AP5.

Tony

 

[HotelKilo]

For that kind of money, I believe that I would rather have an AP5.

Tony

Especially when you're taking a chance on the first batch.

 

[Nehalem Man]

Surprises me a little that they are including ZQI ammo in the pre-order bundle. I thought MKE and ZQI were tied together at some level. Maybe not??

-E-

 

[ghoulardi]

2500 bucks..........that's some serious KA-CHING! for vaporware

 

[AGG]

Especially when you're taking a chance on the first batch.

With no details on parts manufacturing, assembly, QC, etc.

Tony

 

[ORL-LLC]

Always a Great Way to get Capital: vaporware

A Belt-Fed AR Upper comes to mind. . . .

 

[AGG]

Surprises me a little that they are including ZQI ammo in the pre-order bundle. I thought MKE and ZQI were tied together at some level. Maybe not??

-E-

Century is now the importer.

Tony

 

[freeride1]

They finally posted a picture, problem is that it's just CGI...

https://www.facebook.com/zenithfirearms/posts/1766049826916418