Nighthawk Korth
Korth GmbH is a German firearms manufacturer producing hand-built revolvers in Lollar, Germany to a standard of precision and finish that has no equivalent in production revolver manufacturing. Nighthawk Custom is the exclusive U.S. distributor of Korth revolvers — bringing German watchmaker-level craftsmanship to the American market in .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum configurations, most with interchangeable 9mm cylinders included. For shooters and collectors who want to understand what a revolver is capable of at the absolute highest level of production quality, a Korth is the answer.
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What Makes a Korth Different
Three features distinguish Korth revolvers from every American production revolver. First, the roller-locking cylinder mechanism engages the cylinder with a positive mechanical lock at the moment of firing rather than relying solely on the cylinder crane and bolt — producing more consistent alignment between chamber and barrel for every shot. Second, the internal components are finished in DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating for extreme hardness, low friction, and corrosion resistance — the same surface treatment used in precision aerospace and surgical applications. Third, every action is hand-fitted and hand-tuned by a German gunsmith, producing trigger pulls that American revolver owners who have never handled a Korth consistently describe as revelatory. The result is a revolver that shoots more accurately, feels smoother, and maintains its timing longer than any production American revolver regardless of price.
Full Korth Lineup (2026)
Korth Mongoose: The flagship 6-shot revolver available in .357 Magnum or .44 Magnum. Standard barrel lengths of 4”, 5.25”, and 6”. The .357 Mag model includes an interchangeable 9mm cylinder. Turkish walnut grips standard, rubber available. The Mongoose is the entry point into the Korth lineup and the most versatile model for both carry and range use.
Korth NXS: An 8-shot .357 Magnum revolver with an integrated Picatinny top rail machined into the frame for direct red dot or scope mounting. The 8-round capacity in .357 Mag is unusual and makes the NXS competitive with semi-automatic pistols on round count. Interchangeable 9mm cylinder included.
Korth NXA: The lightweight 8-shot variant of the NXS with an aluminum frame, reducing weight significantly while maintaining the roller-lock action and DLC internals. For buyers who want the NXS capability in a lighter package for carry or extended field use.
Korth NXR: A .44 Magnum revolver with Picatinny top rail and ventilated barrel shroud for heat management during sustained fire. Designed for hunting and handgun silhouette competition where .44 Mag power with optics mounting is required.
Korth Ranger: A .357 Magnum model designed for versatile high-end carry and range use. 4-inch barrel. Weight: 38.72 oz. Includes interchangeable 9mm cylinder. Turkish walnut grips. One of the most balanced Korth configurations for everyday carry by shooters who want the best possible revolver for serious use.
Korth Carry Special: The compact carry configuration with a 2.75-inch barrel in .357 Magnum, designed specifically for concealed carry. The shortest and lightest Korth revolver and the entry point into the lineup for carry-focused buyers.
Korth Super Sport: A competition-oriented configuration with extended barrel and adjustable sights for precision target shooting and competition use.
Korth Heritage Edition: Color case hardened finish in .357 Magnum with 5.25-inch barrel and Turkish walnut grips — the most aesthetically traditional Korth, combining 19th-century finish aesthetics with 21st-century German precision.
Interchangeable Cylinders: .357 Mag and 9mm in One Revolver
Most Korth .357 Magnum models include an interchangeable 9mm cylinder, allowing the owner to switch between .357 Mag, .38 Special, and 9mm Luger in the same revolver with a cylinder swap that takes seconds. The 9mm cylinder uses moon clips for headspacing, which also allows faster reloading than traditional speedloaders. This dual-caliber capability makes a Korth .357 Mag model genuinely versatile — practice affordably with 9mm, carry with .357 Mag defensive loads, and shoot .38 Special when preferred. No other production revolver offers this level of caliber flexibility at the factory level.
Korth vs S&W Performance Center: Premium Revolver Compared
The Korth lineup and Smith & Wesson Performance Center revolvers occupy adjacent but distinct market positions. S&W Performance Center revolvers are the finest production American revolvers available — hand-tuned, accurate, and backed by decades of service records. Korth revolvers are hand-built German precision instruments with roller-lock cylinders, DLC internals, and action quality that S&W Performance Center revolvers do not match at any price point. The S&W Performance Center is the right choice for buyers who want the best American revolver; Korth is the right choice for buyers who want the best revolver in the world, period. Browse our revolvers page for the full range of options at every price point.
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