Florida-based Diamondback Firearms continues to build out its line of snub-nosed defensive revolvers with a new lightweight model for 2026.
The double-action-only SDR-A uses a forged 7075-T6 aluminum frame to trim weight to just under a pound (15.6 ounces) while maintaining rigidity under recoil. Combined with a stainless steel six-shot fluted cylinder and 2-inch barrel, Diamondback says the new offering delivers long-term durability in a lightweight package. It has a non-stacking trigger in the 9-to-11-pound range.
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When it comes to supportability, it uses K6 speed loaders and J-frame grips. The MSRP on the new Diamondback SDR-A is $614, which is a good bit lower than the company's all-steel revolvers, which start at $777.
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