Korth Super Sport
PTW KORTH Technologies GmbH · Revolver · In Production · 2019
Also known as: Korth Super Sport GTS, Nighthawk Custom Korth Super Sport
Overview
The Korth Super Sport is a premium German double-action/single-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum. Built by PTW KORTH Technologies and distributed in the United States by Nighthawk Custom, it features a six-shot triple-lock cylinder, a cold-hammer-forged precision barrel enclosed in a ventilated shroud, four-way adjustable target sights with a rotatable multi-width front sight, and an externally adjustable mainspring. It is regarded as one of the most precisely engineered production revolvers in the world.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1320 g (46.6 oz) |
| Overall Length | 295 mm (11.61") |
| Barrel Length | 152 mm (5.98") |
| Height | 160 mm (6.30") |
| Width | 40 mm (1.57") |
| Action Type | Revolving |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Double Action Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 6 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Revolving Cylinder |
| Muzzle Velocity | 440 m/s (1444 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 784 J (578 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | DLC |
Calibers
- .357 Magnum · primary — also known as .357 Mag, .357 S&W Magnum, 9x33mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Revolving Cylinder
- Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar
- Features: Triple Lock Cylinder, Ventilated Barrel Shroud, Adjustable Sights, Rotatable Front Sight, Picatinny Rail, Adjustable Mainspring, Extended Cylinder Release, Cold Hammer Forged Barrel
Variants
- Korth Super Sport GTS - Target
- Korth Super Sport STX - Target
Production
Production years: 2019-present
Low-volume hand-fitted production; each revolver is individually built and numbered
Origin
Country of origin: Germany
Notes
Many Super Sport revolvers also ship with an interchangeable 9x19mm cylinder. Marketed in the US through the Nighthawk Custom / Korth partnership in GTS, GTA, and STX configurations.
Background
Korth revolvers have long enjoyed a reputation as some of the finest and most expensive production revolvers ever made, hand-fitted in Germany with tolerances associated with fine watchmaking. The Super Sport line brought this reputation to competitive and sport shooters through the Nighthawk Custom partnership.