At SHOT Show 2024, Hop visited the Kriss USA booth to see the new 3rd generation Vector. The new gun is still available as a carbine, pistol, or SBR, and has a few changes to make it more appealing to buyers in 2024. The rear of the gun now has a short length of Picatinny […] Read More [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2024] Mountain Billy Gun Lab Teases New AK47-Style Lightweight Rimfire](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Compress_20240126_085708_8932-1-660x260.jpg)
Mountain Billy Gun Lab, known for the GOAT-15 – a lightweight AR-style rimfire, has expanded its offerings with the introduction of the LR47 at SHOT Show 2024. The new rifle maintains the company’s reputation for scaled-down firearms, following a design [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2024] Faxon's ARAK-21](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_20240126_075608-1-660x260.jpg)
At the SHOT Show 2024, Faxon Firearms displayed their ARAK-21 rifle, which is currently in production and slated to begin shipping in the second quarter of 2024. The ARAK-21 is distinctive due to its combination of design elements from both the AK and AR platforms, [Read More…]
Today Luke C is back on the SHOT Show 2024 floor with Zenith Firearms to talk about their wild roller delayed rifle, the ZF-56. This new rifle combines a lot of the handling characteristics and features of the much-loved AR-15 platform with the theoretically more robust roller-delayed blowback [Read More…]
Welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is about the rimfire firearm world and its many types of rifles, handguns, ammunition, and shooting sports! In the last installment, we brought you all back a bit in time to when the Mitchell [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2024] DS Arms Adds Cuban and Kommando Rifles, And Range Of Accessories](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/20240124_100644-660x260.jpg)
DS Arms, known for their FAL-style rifles, recently revealed an addition to their line-up with a clone of the Cuban contract model. This historical piece reflects the specifications from the era before Fidel Castro’s rise to power. The rifle captures authentic [Read More…]
Geissele Automatics showcased two new additions to their product lineup at SHOT Show 2024, specifically a trigger designed for AK rifles and the El Corto short barreled rifle. The new Geissele AK trigger bears similarities to their established SSA-E X model and boasts a [Read More…]
Harrington & Richardson, a company within the PSA family that specializes in retro AR rifles, recently showcased prototypes of two notable firearms drawing attention with its M-16A2 LMG and DOE 9mm submachine gun. The M-16A2 LMG prototype, also recognized [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2024] SK-X: Building A Better SKS In 2024](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Compress_20240125_213202_2206-660x260.jpg)
In an innovative move for 2024, Canadian engineer Ryan Pearce has developed the SK-X, a modernized take on the classic SKS rifle. Pearce has engineered a new-model SKS-style action rifle that preserves the recognizable features of the original while introducing a myriad [Read More…]
At the SHOT Show 2024, attendees observed Turkish manufacturer Derya’s latest foray into the realm of personal defense and sport shooting with the display of their new .22LR firearm, based on the design of the Derya ZY9 SBR. This particular model has garnered [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2024] PTR Shows Off PTR-63 And Vent Silencers](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/20240123_110246-660x260.jpg)
At SHOT Show 2024, PTR exhibited the prototypes of its forthcoming PTR-63 rifle and Vent silencers, which drew significant attention from attendees. The PTR-63 rifle reflects keen development compared to its predecessor displayed at SHOT Show 2023. The newer model [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2024] CZ Displays Shadow 2 Compact And .22LR Scorpion](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/20240125_160913-660x260.jpg)
CZ, a global leader in the commercial firearms industry, showcased innovative additions to their product line at the SHOT Show 2024 – the Shadow 2 Compact and a rimfire version of the popular Scorpion EVO 3. The Shadow 2 Compact has been particularly noted by [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2024] The Kitty Kat Is Back At DPMS](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/20240125_124704-660x260.jpg)
After a long wait, the famed “Kitty Kat” is making a grand comeback at DPMS, a subsidiary of the PSA family of companies known for its top-tier firearms. Best identified by its 7-inch barrel and pistol-length gas system, the re-emergence of the Kitty Kat has [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2024] Wraithworks Announces A 5lb AR-15 - The WARP-15](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_1464-660x260.jpeg)
At SHOT 2024, Wraithworks made a bold entry into the ultra-light AR-15 market with its announcement of a truly unique firearm model, dubbed the WARP-15. Evidently, the pursuit of this project was primed with a specific goal: to cut down weight as much as feasibly [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2024] Pindad Teases Indonesian FNC and PM-12 Clones](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Screenshot_20240126_161619_Gallery-660x260.jpg)
At SHOT Show 2024, Pindad, renowned for their replication of military-grade firearms, touted the latest in their offering, specifically the civilian versions of the Indonesian SS1 rifle and PM-1 SMG, clones of the famous FNC and PM-12 respectively. The Pindad booth at [Read More…]
Zenith Firearms presented their newest firearm, the ZF-56, at SHOT 2024, showcasing its integration of roller-delayed operation with AR-15-style ergonomics. The firearm represents a distinctive step forward, introducing innovations like a last round bolt hold open and [Read More…]
At SHOT Show 2024, Ruger has reintroduced a classic design with the addition of a folding stock Mini 14 rifle to their lineup. This new offering caters to enthusiasts of traditional aesthetics, equipped with the A-TM stock crafted by Samson Manufacturing. Not only does [Read More…]
In a market that is constantly evolving and demanding innovation, storied gun manufacturer Browning never disappoints. At SHOT Show 2024, the company has launched a new iteration of the classic X-Bolt, affectionately named the X-Bolt 2. The X-Bolt has, for a long time, [Read More…]
Precision Reflex Inc., a recognized name in the realm of firearm manufacturing, is set to expand its product lineup. Coming on the heels of their well-known Mk12 clones and parts, the company has announced a new addition, a Mk12 in .308 Winchester. Engineered with an [Read More…]
At SHOT Show 2024, Global Ordnance introduced two new firearms that cater to the preferences of different shooting enthusiasts: the Monolith rifle and a .45 ACP version of the Stribog. The Global Ordnance Monolith, produced in partnership with Foxtrot Mike Products, is [Read More…]
At SHOT Show 2024, Bushmaster Firearms introduced two rifles, marking a resurgence of classic designs that evoke an era of trusted and proven firearms. The newly released models include the M4A2 Patrolman’s Rifle and the XM15A2 rifle, both of which pay homage to [Read More…]
Adler has announced the launch of its RF-224 semi-auto rimfire rifle in the U.S. market, exhibiting a modern setup that sets it apart within the Turkish manufacturing landscape. The company, which impacted the market previously with a classic wood-stocked sporter [Read More…]
American firearms enthusiasts are soon to be treated to a new entry to the AK market from Blitzkrieg Firearms. At SHOT Show 2024, the company announced the release of an all-new milled receiver AK, taking its rifle lineup one notch up. Manufactured in Turkey and [Read More…]
Luke C (@ballisticaviation ) is at Industry Day at the Range with CZ to talk about the Scorpion Evo 3 S1 chambered in 22 Long Rifle. The Scorpion Evo 3 S1 was announced first over in Europe and is finally making its long-awaited appearance in the US market. The Evo 3 S1 22LR is a [Read More…]
FIMS, best recognized for their bullpup-style rifle, the SPBP, along with a range of high-end AR-15s, announced a more affordable rifle option intended for consumers wishing to sport the FIMS brand. This announcement comes as an addition to their expanding arsenal yet [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2024] Zastava M70 Underfolder Is Here](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/01-14-660x260.jpg)
News of significant interest for firearm enthusiasts reverberates as the Zastava M70 Underfolder, the latest addition to Zastava‘s esteemed line, is now available for purchase in the United States. Based on a semi-automatic AK-47 pattern action, this [Read More…]
Fletcher Rifle Works announced an addition to their OpenTop 11/22 rifle series – the new OpenTop 11/22 Takedown Rifle. This latest model joins the company’s lineup, designed for enthusiasts seeking a blend of portability and performance. The OpenTop 11/22 [Read More…]
New for 2024, Daniel Defense is bringing their first-ever pistol caliber carbine to market. Hop dropped in on a rain-soaked Daniel Defense range day to shoot it and get the details. The aptly but boringly named DD PCC is built around the readily available 9mm CZ Scorpion magazine pattern and has [Read More…]
Montana-based Olympus Arms returns to SHOT Show’s Industry Day at the Range with their Vulcan rifle. The company has been busy refining the design of the weapon and has decided to bring the bulk of its parts manufacturing in-house, making a significant investment in [Read More…]
In my last article on the K.43 I said that if I was able to get my grubby paws on an SVT-40 I’d do a comparison of the gas systems. Well, after getting extremely lucky on a GunBroker listing, I’m able to do just that. Gas Systems of the Eastern Front – [Read More…]
Your Privacy Choices