![[SHOT 2023] .308 Galil Builds From Ikon Weapons](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_090035-660x260.jpg)
Ikon Weapons produces 5.56 Galil variants including the Mirco and ARM. At SHOT Show 2023, they also displayed their new .308 versions. These included wood and polymer furniture models and even one with a California-complaint grip fin. [SHOT 2023] .308 Galil Builds From [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Tangent Theta 7-35x56mm Optic from ATI](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0770-660x260.png)
Armament Technology Incorporated, the OEM manufacturer of Tangent Theta Long Range Precision Optics, unveiled a new model at SHOT Show 2023. The Canadian company who are also the OEM for Tenebræx and master distributor for ELCAN, SAI Optics and XOPTEK, had the new [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Optics Coming from Shield Sights](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0174-660x260.jpg)
On day three of SHOT Show 2023 we visited Shield Sights who ran us through their host of new and upcoming models. Shield have four optics on the way, the CQS2, the AMS, the SIS2 and the RMSd. The RMSd is a new parallax-free red dot pistol optic with a hard dip acrylic [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] PTR Teases HK G41-inspired PTR-63](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0208-660x260.jpeg)
We’ve already looked at the new VENT 3D printed Titanium suppressor range coming from PTR but another exciting upcoming product they had on display at SHOT Show 2023 was the PTR-63. PTR ran me through their latest development, which they say is inspired by Heckler [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] PTR Launches New 9mm, 5.56mm & 7.62mm VENT Suppressors](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0209-660x260.jpg)
At SHOT Show 2023, PTR unveiled their range of monolithic 3D-printed Titanium suppressors. The VENT range uses additive manufacturing to avoid the possibility of weaknesses caused by welding. It has internal geometries designed to reduce blowback into the [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Cool Fire Training Showcase Their CO2 Powered Training System](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0192-660x260.jpeg)
At this year’s SHOT Show, Cool Fire brought along their newest models of their CO2-powered training system. The system will soon be available for the Springfield Hellcat and Hellcat Pro, SIG Sauer P365 and P365XL, the Glock 43 and Glock 43X. So if you’re [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] ZEV & Magpul's Folding Defense Pistol (FDP) Coming in 2023](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0151-660x260.jpg)
Folding guns, a cool concept that we are continually drawn to. SHOT Show saw Magpul and ZEV’s joint venture, the FDP (Folding Defense Pistol) and FDC (Folding Defense Carbine), move closer to reality. During a visit to their booth, the guys at ZEV ran me through [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Hands On with Ohio Ordnance Works' 240 Patrol-SLR Conversion Kit](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0051-660x260.jpg)
The Ohio Ordnance Works SHOT Show 2023 booth had a range of their civilian semi-auto weapons out on display including the HCAR. Alongside the HBAR was the Ohio Ordnance Works manufactured M240 fitted with one of their 240 Patrol-SLR Conversion Kit. The kit is something [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New XM177 From Windham Weaponry](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230117_095746-660x260.jpg)
Windham Weaponry continues to add new rifles to its lineup, including an XM177 variant. The XM177 family was one of the first AR-style carbines to enter wide use. Several variants were used, including the XM177E2 and GAU5/A. Most original versions featured a ~4″ [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Accurate Mag Rifles, Actions, And Magazines](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_142622-660x260.jpg)
Accurate Mag is one of the leading manufacturers of AICS-pattern magazines, but they also produce actions and complete rifles. [SHOT 2023] Accurate Mag Rifles, Actions, And Magazines First up are the short action magazine extensions. They add four rounds of .308/6.5 [Read More…]
One of the best parts of the SHOT Show is being able to get hands on with some really interesting firearms. This year was no different with Heckler & Koch, to my surprise, displaying their belt-fed machine guns: the MG4 and MG5. While I don’t think we’ll [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Products from Luth-AR](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0237-660x260.jpg)
Luth-AR had a number of new products on display at this year’s SHOT Show. We’ve already looked at their handy Modular Chassis Assembly (or MCA-22) but they also have a number of new accessories for your AR. These included the ambidextrous Wing Grip and the [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New CVA Cascade XT And Paramount Pro Models](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230116_092501-660x260.jpg)
Bergara sister company CVA continues to roll out new bolt action rifles and muzzleloaders. Their new Cascade XT and Paramount Pro V2 were both present at Industry Day At The Range of SHOT Show 2023. [SHOT 2023] New CVA Cascade XT And Paramount Pro Models The Cascade [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Safety Harbor KES Stock For APC-9](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_135006-660x260.jpg)
Safety Harbor Firearms continues to expand the lineup of Kompact Entry Stock (KES) with the addition of a Brugger & Thomet APC-9 model. Safety Harbor makes KES stocks and stabilizing braces for many popular PCC options. These include the CZ Scorpion, Grand Power [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] WA 2000 And FG-42 Reproductions You Can Afford: Rhineland Arms R2000 And FG-9](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230119_113231-660x260.jpg)
Rhineland Arms had some very unique guns on display at their SHOT Show booth. They had two replicas of legendary designs (WA 2000 And FG-42) that are far more accessible than the originals. [SHOT 2023] WA 2000 And FG-42 Reproductions You Can Afford: Rhineland Arms [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Forster Products Prototype Co-Ax XL Reloading Press](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230119_091513-660x260.jpg)
Forster Products is (quite literally) expanding its line of Co-Ax presses with a forthcoming XL model. It is designed for cartridges up to .50 BMG. [SHOT 2023] Forster Products Prototype Co-Ax XL Reloading Press Forster’s Co-Ax press is a unique design and it has [Read More…]
Winchester Smokeless Propellants, a member of the Hodgdon family, introduced two new StaBALL powders at SHOT Show 2023 – the StaBAll Match and StaBALL HD. [SHOT 2023] New Winchester StaBALL Powders For 2023 The original member of the StaBALL powder was intended [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Beretta 1301 And Benelli M2 Truckee Forends From Mesa Tactical](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_144109-660x260.jpg)
Mesa Tactical continues to expand its accessory options for shotguns, particularly for the Beretta 1301 and Benelli M2. New for 2023, the Truckee forend is now available for M2 and 1301 shooters. [SHOT 2023] New Beretta 1301 And Benelli M2 Truckee Forends From Mesa [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New No Baffle Vanquish Suppressors from Angstadt Arms](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_091737-660x260.jpg)
Angstadt Arms unveiled two new no-baffle Vanquish suppressors at SHOT Show 2023. The first was showcased on their AR-9 pattern pistols and rifles, and the second was a totally new barrel for the 10/22 family of rifles. I had a chance to sit down with Angstadt Arms [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Manners Composite Stocks Pro Hunter](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230118_152209-660x260.jpg)
Manners Composite Stocks introduced their new Pro Hunter lightweight carbon fiber rifle stock at SHOT Show 2023. The Pro Hunter blends features of long-range and tactical stocks with features popular on hunting stocks. [SHOT 2023] New Manners Composite Stocks Pro [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New KelTec KSG410 and R50 Rifle](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/TFB_KSG410_6-660x260.jpeg)
New this year from KelTec, formerly known as Kel-Tec, is the KSG410, a dual mag tube, single-barrel shotgun that fits into the footprint of KelTec’s KS7. Also new from KelTec is their R50, a 16″ barreled rifle version of their P50 5.7×28 pistol, [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Hands On with the Luth-AR MCA-22 Chassis](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0222-660x260.jpg)
A few months ago Luth-AR introduced their MCA-22 chassis kit for the Ruger 10/22. At SHOT Show 2023 we got a look at the MCA-22 and Luth-AR ran us through its features. MCA stands for Modular Chassis Assembly and according to Luth-AR, the chassis is designed for [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Bergara Crest, HMR Carbon, And Ridge Carbon Models](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230116_090631-660x260.jpg)
Bergara’s newest rifle models (Crest, HMR Carbon, And Ridge Carbon), all with carbon fiber components, were present at Industry Day At The Range 2023 as well as SHOT Show proper. All three of these new models have threaded barrels. [SHOT 2023] New Bergara Crest, [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New FK Brno PSD-C and PSD-SL Variants](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230119_112202-660x260.jpg)
The FK Brno family of handguns is now a little bigger with the introduction of two new models at SHOT Show 2023 – the PSD-C and PSD-SL. [SHOT 2023] New FK Brno PSD-C and PSD-SL Variants First up is the PSD-C compact pistol. The existing PSD and Field Pistol are [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] New Pistol Toolkits from Fix It Sticks](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/20230120_145820-660x260.jpg)
Known for their handy use on your workbench or in the field, Fix It Sticks launched two new pistol toolkits at SHOT Show 2023. A new Pistol Armorers Toolkit and Compact Pistol Toolkit for SIG Sauer were on display at their new booth. Let’s take a closer look [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Two Reintroduced Leverguns From Marlin - 1894 and 336](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/TFB_Marlin3361894_6-660x260.jpeg)
Ruger’s Mayodan, NC facility has been busy cranking out reintroduced Marlin models, and they have two more to add to their list: the 1894 and 336. The reintroduced models have features updated such as hooded front sights and should be available soon to the [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] NEW EOTECH OGL - the On Gun Laser](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/DSC_0137-660x260.png)
EOTECH have begun branching out from optics, last year they began offering a line of thermal imagine devices and night vision systems, and this year they have introduced their first Laser Aiming Module. The OGL or ‘On Gun Laser’ is a pretty compact (at [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Grand Power .22LR Stribog, Stribog Carbines and More](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/TFB_GrandPower_9-660x260.jpeg)
New this year via Grand Power’s importing partner Global Ordnance will be a .22LR Stribog as well as fully outfitted Stribog Carbines. The .22LR Stribog TR22 will initially come as a pistol, priced close to the 9mm Stribogs. The Stribog carbines will be [Read More…]
11 Not only have Vudoo Gun Works entered the centerfire precision rifle market with the brand new Morpheus but they also now offer a line of 1911 and 2011 pistols. The recently introduced Mobius 1911 line will soon be joined by the Priest 2011. It’s not often that [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2023] Vudoo Gun Works' New .22LR Magazines](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Screenshot-2023-01-25-at-21.23.03-660x260.jpg)
Vudoo Gun Works are well known for their series of .22LR rifles including the Ravage, Sinister and Apparition. For SHOT Show 2023, Vudoo Gun Works brought along three new prototype magazines for their rifles. The magazines come in three capacities: 5, 10 and 15 rounds [Read More…]