AA Arms ~ AP9 ~ 9mm Luger

The AP-9 is a semiautomatic pistol that was manufactured by A. A. Arms and distributed by Kimel Industries, Inc. of Indian Trail, North Carolina. A. A. Arms began manufacturing the AP-9 in 1988 until 1994. The AP-9 resembles the TEC-9. The AP-9 was an inexpensive, simple to manufacture 9x19mm pistol, designed to capitalize on the market of the Intratec TEC-9 series of guns in the 1980s. The gun was marketed as a personal defense weapon and was designed to be reliable, lightweight, and easy to use. Like the Tec-9, the AP-9 had a rectangular-shaped frame and tubular receiver. The AP-9 was controversial due to its association with crime and violence. It became popular with criminals and gang members which led to several states and municipalities enacting bans on the gun, and it was eventually discontinued by A.A. Arms. Despite its controversial history, the AP-9 has gained a cult following among gun enthusiasts and collectors. The gun's distinctive design and association with the Tec-9 have made it a sought-after item among collectors of firearms from the 1990s. This example comes with one magazine and shows normal wear.