Every now and then, we get to experience new ideas in the firearms industry, and I think this is one of those moments. Introducing the Mimic Speed9, with a patent pending 60-round, double direction 9x19mm magazine designed with the same dimensions as a standard AR-15 magazine, allowing it to fit familiar platforms and standard mag pouches.

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There is also a new and patent-pending last-round bolt hold-open feature that ensures that the bolt locks back every time after the final round. The Mimic9 also has a proprietary bolt carrier, upper and lower receivers, bolt catch, and magazine catch designed specifically for the system.

The Mimic Speed9 is the next evolution of the sub-machine gun. This revolutionary new platform blends the reliability and versatility of the AR platform with an all-new efficient capacity solution featuring an AR-15 dimensioned magazine holding 60rds of 9mm ammunition.

As we’ve become used to, the design is modular and the gun is compatible with standard AR-15 parts, including triggers, buffer systems, barrels, handguards, furniture, pins, and detents. The Mimic9 uses a direct blowback system.

Did all this catch your interest? The production tooling is currently in progress, with the semi-automatic Speed9 Foundation Series expected to launch in Q1 2026.

The estimated price range is said to be in the region of $1700 – $2000, accessories not included․

It’s difficult to explain the system in detail, but there are plenty of videos onhttps://mimicfirearms.com/ 

There are also plenty of videos and animations available athttps://www.instagram.com/mimicfirearms

Please note that the photos represent a prototype firearm and that production components will be of a higher finished standard, according to Mimic Firearms.

We’re very interested in what you think about the design. Write down your thoughts in the comments below.

Ex-Arctic Ranger. Competitive practical shooter and hunter with a European focus. Always ready to increase my collection of modern semi-automatics, optics, thermals and suppressors. TCCC Certified. Occasionaly seen in a 6x6 Bug Out Vehicle, always with a big smile.

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