
General Dynamics [GD] is partnering with Smith & Wesson [SWHC] to pursue the U.S. Army’s Modular Handgun System (MHS) solicitation to replace the M9 standard sidearm, General Dynamics sai on Monday. The partnership’s MHS model will be based on the Smith & Wesson M&P Polymer Pistol platform. The M&P is used by law enforcement agencies worldwide and has a reinforced polymer chassis, advanced ergonomics, ambidextrous control, and established safety features, the company said in a statement. The M&P pistol has…