Springfield, Massachusetts-- Smith & Wesson Corp., the legendary 155-year old firearms maker, announced today that the company unveiled its new bolt-action rifle, the i-Bolt™, at the 2007 National Rifle Association (NRA) Annual Meetings & Exhibits last weekend in St. Louis, Missouri. In addition, the Company introduced several new revolver and pistol models, including the M&P45. As the exclusive distributor of Walther products in the United States, Smith & Wesson also showcased two new Walther pistols, the PPS and the SP22.

i-Bolt Rifles
At the 136Th NRA Annual Meeting, Smith & Wesson launched the Company's innovative new bolt-action centerfire rifle, the i-Bolt. Internally designed and manufactured in the United States, the rifle incorporates several patent-pending features not currently available on other production rifles. Initially chambered in .25-06, .270 and .30-06, the i-Bolt comes standard with a 23-inch free-floated Thompson/Center match grade barrel. Engineered for optimum accuracy, the rifle is manufactured with the new Tru-Set™ externally adjustable trigger developed in collaboration with Timney Manufacturing Inc. Other innovative features include the patent-pending E-Z Turn™ bolt release and a synthetic stock design engineered for stability, easy handling and comfort.

M&P Pistols: M&P45 - M&P357
Smith & Wesson also presented two additions to its M&P polymer pistol line. Designed primarily for law enforcement and military personnel, the M&P Pistol Series is based on input from over a dozen law enforcement and military organizations. The new .45 caliber M&P45 pistol will be available with a traditional black frame and an ambidextrous, frame-mounted thumb safety. Smith & Wesson also introduced a new full-size model, the M&P357 chambered in .357 SIG. The M&P357 is available with a 10+1, 15+1, or 17+1 magazine capacity.

Model 63 Revolver
During the NRA meeting, the Company also introduced a newly configured, Model 63, J-frame revolver. This small frame .22 LR revolver features a 5-inch half-lug barrel and an 8-shot stainless steel cylinder. The Model 63 is ideal for backpacking, plinking or small game, and comes standard with adjustable sights and is drilled and tapped so that optics may be easily mounted.

Walther showcased two new pistols, the PPS and SP22, both of which incorporate unique features found exclusively on Walther firearms.

Walther PPS
The Walther PPS, available in 9mm and .40 S&W, features exceedingly thin dimensions and is well-suited for personal protection and concealed carry. The compact pistol is available with three magazine capacities and two different backstrap sizes, and also incorporates Walther's patented QuickSafe™ technology. In commemoration of the pistol's introduction in the United States, Walther is offering a limited First Edition model to collectors and shooters chambered in 9mm.

Walther SP22
Walther also previewed a new .22 LR sport pistol, which will be available in four unique models. Following the success of Walther's P22, the Walther SP22 offers shooters a state-of-the-art design with the flexibility and performance features needed for competition or plinking. The SP22 features a high-strength aluminum housing and all steel internal components. All four models will be available with a variety of optional accessories including interchangeable barrel systems, Picatinny-style rails, grips, sights and optics.

In addition to its new products, Smith & Wesson also displayed the Elite Gold™, Elite Silver™ and 1000 Series™ of shotguns, first introduced at the 2007 SHOT Show, along with a variety of revolver and pistol models as well as the M&P Tactical Rifle Series.

About Smith & Wesson
Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation, a global leader in safety, security, protection and sport, is parent company to Smith & Wesson Corp., one of the world's largest manufacturers of quality firearms and firearm safety/security products and parent company to Thompson/Center Arms, Inc., a premier designer and manufacturer of premium hunting rifles, black powder rifles, interchangeable firearms systems and accessories under the Thompson/Center brand. Smith & Wesson licenses shooter protection, knives, apparel, and other accessory lines. Smith & Wesson is based in Springfield, Massachusetts with manufacturing facilities in Springfield, Houlton, Maine, and Rochester, New Hampshire. The Smith & Wesson Academy is America's longest running firearms training facility for law enforcement, military and security professionals. For more information on Smith & Wesson, call (800) 331-0852 or log on to http://www.smith-wesson.com>www.smith-wesson.com http://www.smith-wesson.com>www.smith-wesson.com> . For more information on Thompson/Center Arms, log on to www.tcarms.com.

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