SAR K2 45/45 C grips
SAR K2 45/45 C grips
The SAR K2 45 (full-size K2-45) is Sarsilmaz's flagship high-capacity .45 ACP pistol, a licensed derivative of the legendary CZ-75 design
Developed by Turkey's premier private arms maker Sarsilmaz (est. 1880), the K2 series emerged in the early 2010s to equip military, police, and export markets with reliable, steel-framed DA/SA firepower. The K2-45 stands out for its exceptional 14+1 capacity—one of the highest in .45 ACP—achieved via a wide forged steel frame, low bore axis for reduced recoil, and proven short-recoil locked-breech system
Key milestone: U.S. introduction around 2012–2013 via EAA (European American Armory) under the SAR Arms brand. Debuted at SHOT Show media days, it impressed with all-steel construction (≈40 oz), 4.7" barrel, accessory rail, adjustable rear sight, vertical grip serrations, and crisp trigger—delivering military-grade durability and CZ-inspired ergonomics at budget prices (often under $500–$600)
Praised in reviews for smooth shooting, combat accuracy, and value, it quickly gained a cult following among shooters seeking high-capacity .45 power without premium cost. Later, SAR USA (est. 2017) took over exclusive importing, adding variants like compact K2 45C and stainless models
Today, the SAR K2 45 remains a benchmark for affordable, high-capacity .45 pistols—unshakable Turkish engineering meets practical performance