Derya Arms Announces U.S. Manufacturing
Derya Arms – mainly known for their tactical shotguns, pistols, and rifles – has announced an official entry into the American market. As part of this expansion, Derya Arms has established a 15,000-square-foot facility in Jacksonville, Florida. This new factory will serve as both an import hub and a manufacturing center, ensuring that all products meet the high standards demanded by American shooters.
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The initial focus of Derya Arms’ U.S. operations will be on two standout models:
DY9 Pistol: A versatile and high-capacity 9mm pistol designed for shooters who demand reliability and performance.
DY12 Shotgun: Known for its adaptability and tactical advantages, this shotgun is perfect for a wide range of applications.
There is also a launch timeline, described as follows:
Factory Operations Begin: Early 2025Product Availability: Starting in early 2025, with initial offerings of the DY9 (Manufacturing and Importing), DY12 (Manufacturing US only), and Melik (Importing only).
Abdullah Celer, President of South Derya Corporation dba Derya, commented on the expansion: “We are excited to introduce the Derya brand to the USA, starting U.S. production with two of our flagship products, the DY9 pistol and the DY12 shotgun. Our primary focus is quality, and we have been thoroughly impressed with the dedication and skill of American labor. We are excited about manufacturing in the USA and look forward to expanding our product lineup over time.”
To coincide with the expansion, Derya Arms has released a new U.S. website at: www.Derya.US. Here is an excerpt from the About Us section of their website:
Founded in 1998 in the beautiful Beysehir region of Türkiye, Derya Arms has grown from a small warehouse operation into a leading force in the firearms industry. Our facilities now span over 250,000 square feet in Beysehir, with an exciting new expansion underway in Konya, adding another 250,000 square feet. In 2024, we proudly established manufacturing and branding operations in Jacksonville, Florida USA.At Derya, we take immense pride in our commitment to research and development, design, and machine-based production. Our factory is the birthplace of innovative technologies such as DAXOS, Bufferbolt™, and Powerpull. Utilizing world-class raw materials and cutting-edge equipment, our qualified workforce ensures that our firearms meet the highest standards of quality.We have successfully passed stringent quality tests and met all necessary standardization requirements for the over 65 countries to which we export our products. As the largest shotgun manufacturer in Türkiye and the second-largest small arms company overall, we are also one of the few foreign small arms manufacturers producing in the USA.