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Thureon Defense, known for their carbines that use Glock mags, has released a new line of carbines at the 2014 SHOT Show that accepts Sig Sauer, S&W M&P and Springfield Armory XD magazines. Their new XA carbine uses Springfield Armory XD mags, the SG carbine [Read More…]
Bondhus Arms showed off their new CL380 fold-up pocket pistol at the 2014 SHOT Show. The CL380 has two barrels and is chambered in .380ACP and also features a built-in laser between the two barrels. Bondhus claims their CL380 is the smallest and most accurate multi-shot [Read More…]
Crye Precision debuted their double-action Six12 modular bullpup shotgun. Designed as a safer and more efficient door breacher, the Six12 is a 12-gauge, 6-round cylinder-fed modular shotgun platform. The bullpup layout brings the weight closer to the shooter and allows [Read More…]
Lancer Systems recently debuted their new L7AWM .308/7.62x51mm magazine. It’s designed to be used in multiple rifle platforms such as the SR25, SIG716, DPMS 308 and LM308. Their new hybrid magazine features both a polymer magazine body and steel reinforced lips. [Read More…]
EOTech released their new drop-in Laser Battery Cap for their 512 and 552 optics. It’s operated via a on/off toggle switch and also includes an accessory port for use with a remote pressure switch (which is sold separatly). Their Laser Battery Cap (LBC) simply [Read More…]
American Tactical Imports (ATI) showed off their sweet looking all metal .22LR version of the German MP-40 submachine gun a few SHOT Shows ago with different shipping dates every year. Well the reps at ATI confirmed today that their MP-40 will be shipping this summer [Read More…]
As a Marlin 795 fan I’m always on the hunt for new accessories for it. I recently stumbled on this bullpup kit called the Badger M22 stock for the Marlin 795, Model 60 and Model 70 Papoose. Available in black, green camo and pink camo, the M22 is made of ABS [Read More…]
It looks like Turkish firearms maker Safir Arms is working on their own AR-57 rifle and upper kits that they’re calling the T-57. What’s a AR-57 upper? It’s pretty much an AR-15 upper chambered in the FN 5.7x28mm round and that uses the FN P90 magazine [Read More…]
SilencerCo announced the launch of their new Saker 762 suppressor for 7.62/.308 caliber rifles. It’s less than an inch longer than their 5.56 model, the Saker 556, and weights in at 20.7oz. Sound reduction was at 126 dB with 300BLK subsonic ammo and 139 dB with [Read More…]
Accessory and gear maker Tacprogear debuted their new product line at the 2014 SHOT Show. Called Tacprogear Black, their new line is all American made and “mission specific”. Their new site doesn’t go live until tomorrow, but so far it looks like [Read More…]
Magpul just announced their new MIAD (MIssion ADaptable) GEN 1.1 Grip. Available for both 5.56×45 (Type 1 kit) and 7.62×51 (Type 2 kit) rifles, it features both front ahd back interchangeable straps and is compatible with all Magpul storage grip cores. [Read More…]
Magpul just announced their new PMAG magazines for all the various AK pattern rifles chambered in 7.62×39 will finally be available. Announced earlier this year, they’ll be shipping out during the 2014 SHOT Show and should be available from retailers soon [Read More…]
Winchester recently announced their new Win3Gun line of ammo made specifically for 3-gun competitions. It’s designed to be more reliable, accurate and cleaner burning. Winchester will be offering their new Win3Gun line in 9mm, 40S&W, 45ACP, 5.56mm with a [Read More…]
AR-15 gas-piston conversion kit maker Osprey Defense recently announced that they were acquired by Ark Defense Group Inc (ARK). Osprey will still be around under the Osprey name but their HQ will move from Florida to Virginia. VIRGINIA BEACH, V.A. – DECEMBER 19, 2013 [Read More…]
The City of Los Angeles recently held a gun buy back where over 800 firearms were collected in exchange for grocery gift cards or pre-paid Visa cards. So what’s so newsworthy about that. Oh just that a Sturmgewehr 44 was turned in for a gift card. Yes, a $30,000+ [Read More…]
RS Regulate recently introduced their new line of shotgun light mounts. Their new BM-12G mount attaches to the magazine tube of most 12 gauge shotguns and their new BM-12 attaches to the barrel of Vepr and Saiga pattern 12 gauge shotgun barrels. They include a 4 slot [Read More…]
Here’s something for the AR-15 that’s a bit, different. Called the AR-fin, they’re just what they look like. Fins for your AR-15 that supposedly helps cool down your barrel. They’re made out of .030 stainless chrome alloy and are precut to fit [Read More…]
The AK47 and all its variants are among the most iconic rifles in history and have been the workhorse for many countries around the world for decades. They’re cheap, simple, reliable and can jump start your car in a fix. No really, check out the video below. [Read More…]
Recover Tactical is now taking pre-orders for their new CC3 1911 Grip. Made out of polymer composite and weighting in at 80 grams, the new CC3 grip is an easy to install universal fit two piece grip system that adds a 4.5 cm long rail to your 1911 pistol. MSRP on them [Read More…]
Magpul recently announced their new Rail Light Mount is now shipping to their dealers and distributors. Made here in the U.S.A out of reinforced polymer their new light mount integrates with the Magpul XTM panels and fits any standard 1913 Picatinny Rail. It’s [Read More…]
Aluminum magazine base pads are pretty popular for competition use, but it seem like no one makes them for the Magpul PMAGs. Foxbeard Tactical is trying to crowdfund one they’ve designed over at Fundable.com. Just $20 gets you one of their aluminum base pads if [Read More…]
Remember the SlideFire stock that allows you to fire your rifle in “full-auto”? Here’s something a bit different. Tactical Fire Control, Inc. will be taking pre-orders on December 1st for their new TacCon 3MR trigger system. The 3 mode drop-in [Read More…]
The folks over at Arklatex Tactical came up with this nifty accessory called the Recoil Rail. According to them it helps dampen felt recoil allowing for faster target reacquisition after firing. It’s made out of CNC machined billet aluminum and weights in at 7.6 [Read More…]
Edge Arms debuted their new Reliant Derringer handgun at the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) expo. The four barreled/four shot derringer features a DAO trigger with a rotary firing pin. It has a hard coat anodized aluminum frame, a phosphated [Read More…]
American Tactical recently introduced the new GSG Target 1911 chambered in .22LR. American Tactical is the exclusive importer of the new GSG Target which features a new target-style wood grip, adjustable rear sight and magazine extension. As with other models of the GSG [Read More…]
Investing in good hearing protection is a must in the shooting sports to prevent hearing loss. I’m a big fan of electronic hearing protection, especially when taking a shooting course or when you’re trying to chat with buddies at the range. Well here’s [Read More…]
Law enforcement and military outfitter Quantico Tactical recently debuted a limited edition commemorative S&W Model 10 Revolver to celebrate 100 years of the Fraternal Order of Police. Chambered in .38 Special +P, the S&W Model 10 features custom engravings on [Read More…]
HERA Arms recently announced that their windowed H3 mags will now come in Flat Dark Earth and OD Green. Also available in black, HERA Arms H3 magazines are made in Germany and feature a window positioned along the spine of the magazine, as opposed to the side like on [Read More…]
The GSG .22lr 1911 is a pretty neat pistol, unless you’re one of those purist who thinks John M. Browning’s gift to mankind should only be chambered in .45acp. That’s a topic for another post. With the rising cost of .45acp, .22lr versions of the 1911 [Read More…]
Damage Industries recently debuted two new vertical forward grips. Available in a “knob” style and “grenade” style (see below), they’re made out of 6061 T6 aluminum with a Mil-Spec hardcoat anodized finish right here in the USA. They also [Read More…]
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