Tanfoglio P 21 L

The P 21 L is a thoroughbred sport model designed for IPSC Production, Standard division and IDPA; the pistol will also serve occasional recreational sport shooters or for self-defense. It is offered  in 9x19 Luger, .40 S.&W, .45 ACP, .38 Super and 10 mm Auto. The design has been optimized for ergonomics so that the pistol is easy to handle even in stressful situations. . The sights are adjustable and easy to read, allowing micrometric adjustment of the point of aim, while allowing fast and easy target acquisition. The adjustable sights are made by LPA and feature a 3 mm notch in the rear sight blade, identical to the width of the front sight. At the same time they allow fast and easy target acquisition. The main structural material of the frame is high-strength steel. The grip panels are made of walnut. The grip itself is textured with vertical serrations on the front and back, which greatly facilitates gripping with wet palms and control during shooting. The grip has the CZ 75 heritage in its genes and therefore offers excellent ergonomics, a firm, secure hold and good control of recoil and muzzle rise during shooting. The frame optimizes the grip with deep seating in the palm, resulting in a low bore axis above the axis of the shooting hand. The trigger guard has a pronounced undercut where it meets the grip, allowing the pistol to sit even deeper in the palm. The prominent beavertail protects the back of the hand from the rearward-moving slide, preventing possible injury, and also reduces muzzle rise.  The frame does not extend all the way to the muzzle; it is of the usual length, which is one of the main distinguishing features compared with the other sport models. The flared magazine well makes reloading easier. The pistol is full size; overall length is 213 mm and barrel length is 125 mm. The weight corresponds to the all-steel construction and size – 1200 grams. The advantages are low muzzle rise and mild recoil, as well as pleasant shooting behavior and a fast return to the point of aim during rapid fire. The high-capacity double-stack magazine holds 15 rounds in 9 mm, 12 rounds in .40 S&W, 10 rounds in .45 ACP, 17 rounds in .38 Super and 11 rounds in 10 mm Auto.  The pistol is supplied in a glossy chrome finish, which offers better resistance to wear, scratches and corrosion than a standard finish. The pistol is made to the typically high quality, with excellent machining and finishing even of internal non-functional surfaces.  The precise, high-quality thin-walled  barrel with polygonal rifling by Lothar Walther is characterized by excellent accuracy and long service life, as confirmed by the test results below. The DA trigger with a short, smooth, creep-free pull and minimal overtravel, together with the excellent barrel, guarantees good shooting results even under stress and in the hands of a less experienced shooter. The pull weight is up to 4500/2000 grams. The slide features the typical cocking serrations at the front and rear for easier racking. The single-sided thumb safety has an enlarged pad and a pronounced thumb rest for the dominant shooting hand for better support and control of muzzle rise. The magazine release also has an enlarged, raised button for easy, intuitive operation even under stress. It is within easy reach, with excellent design and ergonomics, and can be operated without shifting the grip. All controls, including the trigger and the skeletonized hammer, are blackened, creating an unmistakable aesthetic contrast with the chrome silver body of the pistol. The P 21 L is intended for all users who require a high-quality, reliable firearm with an extremely long service life even in the extreme conditions of shooting sport events or in combat conditions. The pistol will deliver maximum performance regardless of latitude, season, climate or how dirty the firearm itself is. It is no coincidence that five-time world champion Eric Grauffel prefers Tanfoglio pistols.  Given its size and weight, it is intended for shooters who prefer excellent shooting behavior over low weight. The all-steel construction provides a performance reserve as well as long service life and high durability. The pistol is supplied in a case together with a spare chrome magazine and a cleaning kit.