H&R Retro DOE 9mm Pistol – 7.5″ Barrel, Blowback, HAR-15 Brace, 20rd Mag

Turn back the clock without sacrificing modern compliance. The H&R Retro DOE 9mm Pistol is a faithful tribute to the iconic Department of Energy submachine gun of the 1980s, reimagined as a fully legal AR-style pistol built for collectors, range shooters, and retro enthusiasts alike.

At the heart of this build is a 7.5-inch lightweight 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium barrel with a nitride finish and a 1:10 twist rate, threaded 5/8″x24 for muzzle device upgrades. The 9mm blowback bolt carrier group keeps the action smooth and reliable, while the slickside 9mm upper receiver preserves that clean, period-correct profile. The standout DOE/M231-style handguard with integrated heat shields delivers an unmistakable retro silhouette right out of the box.

Compliance is handled by H&R’s own “HAR-15″ adjustable pistol brace, letting you maintain the classic aesthetic without compromising legal build status. An A2-style grip, mil-spec trigger, and black anodized finish round out the package with proven, no-nonsense components.

Compatible with Colt-style magazines — ASC and Metalform are recommended — and ships with one 20-round magazine included.

**Key Specifications:**
– **Caliber:** 9mm NATO
– **Barrel Length:** 7.5″
– **Barrel Steel:** 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium
– **Barrel Finish:** Nitride
– **Muzzle Thread:** 5/8” x 24
– **Twist Rate:** 1:10
– **Muzzle Device:** Thread Protector
– **Pistol Brace:** H&R HAR-15 Adjustable
– **Upper Receiver:** Slickside 9mm
– **Handguard:** DOE/M231 with Heat Shields
– **BCG Profile:** 9mm Blowback
– **Grip:** A2 Style
– **Finish:** Black Anodized
– **Trigger:** Mil-Spec
– **Magazine:** 20rd (1 included)

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