An advocate of gun proliferation zones, Richard is a long time shooter, former cop and internet entrepreneur. Among the many places he calls home is http://www.gunsholstersandgear.com/.
G2 Research announced the introduction of a 9mm tracer round that does not have any heat or accidental fire concerns. G2 Research states the VIP round is safe for use both indoors and outdoors. This video explains more about the new rounds. It also addresses some of [Read More…]
Comp-Tac announced the introduction of the company’s newest holster design: the Flatline Thumb Break. The Flatline Thumb Break is an evolution of the original Comp-Tac Flatline holster. Comp-Tac added a leather retention strap to the Kydex rig to enhance the [Read More…]
LaserLyte announced the addition of tan and pink housings for the company’s laser aiming modules developed for the SCCY pistols. The colors, including the original basic black, all are designed to match the factory colors of the SCCY handguns currently being made. [Read More…]
Rockwell Arms posted an announcement on its website that the company has stopped doing business and is in the process of filing for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. As I understand it, a Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a complete liquidation of the business by the court. As things are [Read More…]
Adaptive Tactical announced the company is now selling a version of its EX Performance stock for the AR15/M4 style rifle. These new stocks are made of polymer and have the adjustment lever located so that accidental engagement is unlikely. A QD sling mounting point is [Read More…]
LaserMax announced the company recently conducted a training course for members of the United States Army. The live fire training was conducted for soldiers deploying to Afghanistan. Excerpts from the training are shown in the video below: The instructor shown in the [Read More…]
CMMG is now offering flat dark earth (FDE) as a color option on two of its AR-style rifle lines: the Mk4 RCE and the Mk3 CBR. The Mk4 is a 5.56 platform (with the 300 BLK as an option.) The Mk3 is built around the .308 Win/7.61×51. The Mk4 with the FDE color comes [Read More…]
Specializing in groin protection, the Nutshellz company recently posted this video showing their CEO getting shot by a .22 LR on the protective cup. Aside from being completely stupid and highly dangerous to demo, the cup does appear to work with a low energy, light [Read More…]
Sooner State Arsenal sent out an e-mail with updated information on the Strike One pistols. According to the e-mail, the .40 S&W version of the Strike One handguns should ship to customers in the next two weeks. The .357 SIG version is expected in the fall of 2015. [Read More…]
Atlanta Arms announced they are now selling a new line of ammunition called Target/Defense. These handgun rounds are designed to be inexpensive enough to train with, yet still be effective at stopping an attacker. The bullets used in these new loads are jacketed hollow [Read More…]
Volquartsen is now offering an accuracy improvement drop-in kit for the 10/22 Takedown rifle. The new kit includes a 16.5″ carbon fiber barrel and CNC machined 6061-T6 forend. The barrel is threaded (1/2″x28) and includes a thread protector. Volquartsen [Read More…]
Bushnell announced the company added two new upgraded scopes to the Elite Riflescope line. The Elite 3500 and Elite 4500 have been redesigned to be more compact. Both scopes use 1″ tubes and are argon purged. The Elite 3500 is available as: 2-6x32mm, 2-7x 32mm, [Read More…]
Seekins Precision is now selling an angled grip for AR-15 and similar weapon platforms. The new grips are available for both KeyMod and M-LOK accessory rails. Seekins Precision is manufacturing these grips from aluminum using a CNC process. Grips weigh 1.6 ounces and [Read More…]
Birchwood Casey is now selling a pair of new spinner targets rated for rimfire ammunition. The first is called The Little Rattler while the second is called Sidewinder Spinner. The Little Rattler is a gong-style metal target that comes with swivels and the heavy duty [Read More…]
Gun Pro announced the introduction of handgun sights called the Delta 1. The Delta 1 sights claim to overcome some of the perceived problems with traditional post and notch sights. Here is a video from the company that explains the sights: These are not night sights [Read More…]
American Built Arms is now selling something they call the AR Essential Kit. The parts package contains: Nickel-boron coated cam pin Chrome coated firing pin Firing pin retaining pin Ejector Ejector spring Ejector pin Extractor with attached extractor spring Extractor [Read More…]
Black Aces Tactical (BAT) announced the release of a new 12 gauge shotgun that features an 8.5″ barrel and is fed by a detachable box magazine. According to BAT, the shotgun is classified as a standard firearm by the ATF and is not an AOW or short-barrel [Read More…]
One of the more interesting gun announcements this year has been the return of the Colt 1903 Pocket Hammerless. This handgun is being made for Colt by U.S. Armament Corp. Ryan Michad, host of the Handgun Radio podcast, interviewed Jake of the U.S. Armament Corp about [Read More…]
Crimson Trace announced a new green laser aiming device for Ruger LCR and LCRx revolvers. The LG-415G Lasergrip is similar to the red laser version already made for the Ruger revolvers, but upgrades the package to use a green laser. Compared to red, green lasers tend to [Read More…]
Video-based firearms training company Panteo Productions announced the addition of online webinars to the company’s content delivery network. Called “Make Ready Webinars,” these will be interactive experiences during which the students can ask [Read More…]
UTG announced the company is now selling KeyMod hand guards for the ArmaLite AR10 and DPMS-pattern .308 rifles. The new hand guards are made of 6061 T6 aluminum and have a hard coat black anodized finish. The rails are 15″ long. According to UTG, the rails come [Read More…]
Battle Rifle Company (BRC) announced the company is manufacturing a new rifle called the BR4 Paratrooper. The new rifle combines a carbine length rifle with a PDW-style stock. SBR versions will also be made. As with other PDW-type stocks on the market, the bolt carrier [Read More…]
Coast announced a new rechargeable flashlight that is small enough to carry pretty much everywhere. The HP3R Penlight is approximately 5.8” long and weighs less than two ounces. It charges through a USB port. Coast made the HP3R to also take AAA batteries. The power [Read More…]
Adaptive Tactical is now manufacturing a new training tool called the Non-Lite. The Non-Lite is a replica of a pistol mounted flashlight. The Non-Lite is designed to approximate the size and weight of a weapon mounted light. In training, weapon lights can take a beating [Read More…]
Ruger announced the company will now manufacture the 77/17 rifle for the 17 WSM cartridge. These bolt-action guns will use an American Walnut stock with checkering and a 24″ stainless steel barrel. Metal parts will have a matte stainless finish. The guns will [Read More…]
Redding Reloading Equipment announced the are now making and selling reloading die sets for the 6mm Creedmoor cartridge. According to Redding, the company will offer three different sets for the 6mm Creedmoor: standard full-length, standard neck, and deluxe. Redding [Read More…]
Bond Arms announced four new California compliant handguns at the recent NRA show. They are the: CA Papa Bear: Chambered in .45 Colt, this handgun has extended rubber grips adorned with the California bear. This gun has an automatic extractor that the other models below [Read More…]
At the 2015 NRA show, Glock presented the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation with a check for $25,000. The money will help introduce teens and young adults to the competition shooting sports through initiatives like the Scholastic Pistols Program (SPP). The SPP is a [Read More…]
SHTF Gear announced they are now offering their ACE-1 carry rig for the newest 9mm Glock pistol. The ACE-1 is a hybrid style rig with a leather backer and Kydex shell for holding the gun. The company claims “unmatched strength” in the ACE-1 due to them using [Read More…]
I’ve received word that the Aimpoint Micro T-2 is now shipping in volume, and should be available through most of the typical distributors by now. The Micro T-2 was announced in mid-2014 and shown at the 2015 SHOT Show (see Timothy Yan’s article here.) The [Read More…]
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