Tuesday, 16 June 2026
3 days ago
PH-based Armscor targets value gap in premium competition pistols
Competitive shooting continues to attract enthusiasts seeking race-ready firearms with match-grade performance, but premium models from established international brands often carry steep price tags. Armscor is betting that a growing segment of shooters wants top-level features and customization without crossing into the highest-priced tier of the market.
12 May 2026
10:41AM
Eurofighter pitch ties defense deal to PH industrial growth
Leonardo’s Eurofighter Typhoon’s economic pitch to the Philippine Air Force goes beyond buying fighter jets.
4 Feb 2026
12:09PM
Philippine Coast Guard brings Armscor-made rifles to RIMPAC debut
This will be the first time a foreign coast guard has been invited to actively participate in the US-led exercise, and the first time Philippine-manufactured firearms will be fielded in a major international operational environment. Participation places personnel, procedures, and equipment under close scrutiny alongside some of the most capable maritime forces in the world.
20 Jun 2025
8:26AM
Armscor CEO sees legal gun ownership in PH doubling with new firearms law
Tuason said he foresees the number of licensed gun owners rising from over two million to four million, as streamlined licensing processes and clarified firearm classifications encourage more civilians to register their weapons.
17 Apr 2025
1:11PM
Italian, German shipbuilders partner to bid for Philippine Navy submarine deal
Both companies expressed readiness to assist in establishing infrastructure critical to submarine operations, including facilities for maintenance and training. This will include the construction of a new Philippine naval base capable of hosting and supporting the submarine fleet.
19 Sep 2024
11:43AM
Armscor launches RIA Defense rifles, pistols for military, law enforcement markets
Among RIA Defense's first offerings are the RD4P Cobra, a short-stroke gas piston rifle designed to perform underwater, and the RD1, a multi-caliber pistol platform capable of firing armor-piercing rounds.
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