German Sport Guns
German Sport Guns (GSG) was founded in 2002 in Ense, Germany. The company specializes in .22 LR rimfire replicas of iconic firearms, including 1911-style pistols and MP5-style rifles. GSG firearms offer an affordable way to enjoy the look and feel of classic designs with inexpensive rimfire ammunition.
Looking for a German Sport Guns handgun you can legally buy in California? CaliRoster tracks every German Sport Guns model currently approved on the California Department of Justice (DOJ) Certified Handguns Roster. There are currently 3 German Sport Guns models approved for retail sale through licensed California FFL dealers.
German Sport Guns offers 1 caliber on the California roster, with .22 LR being the most common (3 models). MSRP is $399.
Yes — any German Sport Guns model listed above with "On Roster" status can be purchased new from a licensed California FFL dealer. You'll need a valid Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC), must pass a background check, and complete the mandatory 10-day waiting period. All California handgun purchases must go through a licensed dealer, even private party transfers.
Models marked "Expiring" are still available but may be removed from the roster soon. Models marked "Removed" can no longer be purchased new at retail, but may be available through private party transfers (PPT), law enforcement exemptions, or intrafamilial transfers.