American fans of Steyr Arms are in luck as the manufacturer has unveiled a .40 S&W version of its full-size L-A1 service pistol for the U.S. market.

The Steyr L40-A1 features a full-length slide, a 4.5-inch cold-hammer-forged barrel and a 12-round magazine capacity for .40 S&W. It is designed for duty and sporting purposes.

The highly-accurate Steyr L40-A1, which is nearly identical to the form and function of the L-A1, also has a consistently crisp trigger break and a short, distinct reset. In addition, the L40-A1′s full-size polymer frame offers a high grip that places the barrel axis lower in the hand to mitigate muzzle rise, while creating a perfect grip angle and a very natural point of aim, according to the press release.

Read the full story on the all new Steyr Arms L40-A1 on PersonalDefenseWorld.com.