Category Archives: Accessories

IWI US Expands US Manufacturing To Include Barrel Production

Harrisburg, Pa. (January 2016) –IWI US, Inc., a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) Ltd., and producers of the 2014 American Rifleman “Rifle of the Year” TAVOR SAR, are now expanding their manufacturing capabilities by producing cold-hammer forged barrels for … Continue reading

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SUREFIRE XC1 NEW ULTRA-COMPACT PISTOL LIGHT

Surefire has introduced the XC1 weapon mounted light. It is SureFire’s smallest, most lightweight pistol light. It features a powerful, recoil-proof LED that’s focused by a specially developed multi-faceted reflector to create our broad 200-lumenMaxVision Beam™ perfect for illuminating and … Continue reading

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Steiner Acquires STS AND DIFFRACTION LTD

Steiner officially announces that it has acquired two U.S. companies, the Sensor Systems Division of The O’Gara Group. The group is comprised of Sensor Technology Systems (STS) and Diffraction LTD. For more than 25 years, STS and Diffraction have provided … Continue reading

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Scopecoat Acquires Slideboot

Virginia Beach, Va. (January 2016) – Scopecoat LLC, makers of patented optics protection for transportation and storage, has announced its acquisition of Slideboot, a handgun slide cover company previously owned by Gunhugger Enterprises, LLC of Phoenix, Arizona. Slideboot was developed … Continue reading

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Crimson Trace Introduces Its Patented LiNQ System

Imagine a weapon mounted laser/light combination that can be controlled wirelessly, Crimson Trace did just that. The company has just announced its new LiNQ® System. This wireless and remote operation system utilizes a powered control grip to activate and operate … Continue reading

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MAGPUL INDUSTRIES IS NOW SHIPPING THE MOE SL-K CARBINE STOCK MIL-SPEC

A drop-in replacement buttstock for AR15/M4 mil-spec carbine buffer tubes, the SL-K is designed for compact PDW style weapons or users desiring a small and light stock. This stock features a short and slim profile, a smaller rubber butt-pad with … Continue reading

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TriggerTech Introduces The Zero Creep AR-15 Trigger

(Etobicoke, ON, Canada) – TriggerTech, a manufacturer of high-end firearm and crossbow trigger systems is proud to introduce their AR-15 Trigger.TriggerTech provides Frictionless Release Technology™, a patented free floating roller that sits between the sear and the trigger. The roller … Continue reading

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Adaptive Tactical’s New Tac-Hammer Barrel For The Ruger 10/22

Nampa, Idaho (December 2015) – Adaptive Tactical, LLC, manufacturers of innovative firearm stocks and accessories, has developed a way to improve rifle accuracy, performance, shouldering and portability with the introduction of its Tac-Hammer Rigid-Core Post-Tension Barrel for Ruger 10/22, 10/22 … Continue reading

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Hartman MH1 Reflex Sight

Tullytown, Pa. (November 2015)- Hartman Ltd., a new innovative optics company, is proud to announce the ultimate red dot reflex sight: the MH1. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of worldwide armed forces, law enforcement and sportsman alike, the MH1 … Continue reading

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OUR 2015 HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING IDEAS

Each year we go back through many of the items we’ve had the opportunity to review and select 10 that we feel would make exceptional gifts or stocking stuffers. The selection criteria is heavily influence by function, reliability, relevance and … Continue reading

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L3 EOTech AND THE USSOCOM SAFETY OF USE MESSAGE

There’s a lot hubbub surrounding the September 2015 USSOCOM Safety of Use Message  identifying L3-EOTech Enhanced Combat Optical Sights (ECOS) SU- 231/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-533-0941, SU-231A/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-587-9345, SU-231D/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-591-7601, SU-253/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-566-2844, and SU-264/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-590-7763. One of the … Continue reading

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MAGPUL INDUSTRIES IS NOW SHIPPING THE BOLT ACTION MAGAZINE WELL & PMAG 5 7.62 AC FOR THE REM 700 HUNTER STOCK

The Magpul Bolt Action Magazine Well is a drop-in solution the Remington 700 Hunter Stock. By simply removing your OEM bottom metal and our spacer from the Hunter 700 Stock, users can add this reinforced polymer trigger guard and magazine … Continue reading

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Adaptive Tactical Unveils Three New Products for 2015 NASGW Expo & Annual Meeting

Nampa, Idaho (October 2015) – Adaptive Tactical, LLC, manufacturers of innovative firearm stocks and accessories, proudly announces that it will be unveiling three new products at the National Association of Sporting Good Wholesalers (NASGW) Expo & Annual Meeting being held … Continue reading

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Magpul AK-47/AK-74 Zhukov-S Stocks Installation

Brownells has excellent installation videos on their You Tube Channel. If you’re upgrading your weapon or doing a build from the ground up, I strongly recommend you subscribe to the Brownells You Tube Channel. as there is some great information … Continue reading

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Adaptive Tactical Announces the Wraptor Elite Forend for Remington and Mossberg Shotguns

  Nampa, Idaho (October 2015) – Adaptive Tactical, LLC, manufacturers of innovative firearm stocks and accessories, proudly announces its new Wraptor Elite Forend for Remington and Mossberg pump action shotguns.   The patented design of the Wraptor Elite Forend was … Continue reading

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Eric Yeates Joins Scopecoat as Vice President of Product Development

Phoenix, Ariz. (October 2015) – Scopecoat LLC, makers of patented optics protection for transportation and storage, is proud to announce Eric Yeates has joined the firm as vice president of product development. Yeates comes with 20-years of experience within the … Continue reading

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MAGPUL ENHANCED AR MAGAZINE RELEASE

  The Magpul Enhanced AR Magazine Release is machined from Mil-Spec anodized aluminum. This two piece enhancement gives the shooter a larger contact surface for positive activation. The Enhanced Magazine Release is compatible with most 5.56mm and 7.62mm pattern receivers. … Continue reading

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BATTERYCLIP FOR YOUR AA BATTERIES

The  BATTERYCLIP by BATTERYCLIP.com is probably one of the more useful doo dads to come along. Battery storage has always been a pain in the neck; they invariably end up at the bottom of your pack or rolling around somewhere … Continue reading

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Brownells Has Some Great Deals For Your AR

                    Anderson Mfg. AR-15 Stripped Lower Receiver Tactical Machining AR-15 Stripped Lower Receiver Aero Precision AR-15/M16 Gen 2 Black Stripped Lower       5 FOR $199.95 $94.99   $59.99 $89.99 … Continue reading

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MAGPUL Industries Has Begun Shipping The ZHUKOV-S Stock For The Yugoslavian Patterned Rifles

  The YUGO Zhukov-S Stock’s hinge block for fixed-stock Yugoslavian pattern rifles allows the user to replace their factory buttstock with this high quality folding polymer replacement. The hinge block mounts directly to the unique rear interface of Yugo pattern … Continue reading

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Brugger & Thomet Speed Loader

There’s a number of shooters who own HK MP5s, MP5 conversions or their clones. We have at least a couple of readers who own MP5 conversions. For those of you fitting that description, Brugger & Thomet recently introduced a speed … Continue reading

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Silencerco Weapons Research Introduces The Radius

Silencerco Weapons Research (SWR) first offering, marketed as The Radius, is a rail mounted rangefinder capable of ranging out to a mile on a reflective target and attaching to a Picatinny rail in any orientation. When we first decided to … Continue reading

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MAGPUL HUNTER 700 STOCK FOR REMINGTON® 700 SHORT ACTION IS NOW SHIPPING

Magpul Industries has started shipping the highly anticipated Hunter 700 rifle stock for the Remington 700 Short Action. M.S.R.P. $259.95 FEATURES Compatible with standard Remington 700 pattern short actions Reinforced polymer shell with Type III hard anodized aluminum bedding block … Continue reading

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Customize Your Grip with the Command Arms UPG16 AR15/M16 Pistol Grip

Tullytown, Pa. (September 2015) – CAA USA‘s AR15/M16 pistol grip, the UPG16, offers shooting enthusiasts and tactical operators a versatile grip solution that enhances user comfort and control. Not a “one-size-fits-all” pistol grip, the UPG16 comes standard with six easily … Continue reading

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Crimson Trace Free Holster Guide

In an ongoing effort to better serve customers, Crimson Trace now offers a FREE online holster guide at http://www.holsterresourceguide.com. This new resource helps guide Crimson Trace customers in selecting the best holster option(s) for their firearm equipped with laser sights … Continue reading

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Terry Naughton, Former VP of BLACKHAWK! Acquires Scopecoat

Scopecoat LLC, makers of patented optics protection for optics has been acquired by Terry Naughton, a 15-year veteran of the shooting sports and tactical industries. The company was originally founded by Dan Evans in 1994. After damaging a scope while … Continue reading

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2016 MAGPUL CALENDAR PHOTO SHOOT

It’s that time of the year for folks to start work on a calendar for the upcoming new year. Magpul Industries is hard at work producing their 2016 edition and gives a video insight into their photo shoot.

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MAGPUL MBUS Pro Enhanced Front Sight Post Now Shipping

    Magpul Industries is now shipping the enhanced front sight posts. They replace the standard MBUS Pro  or Pro Offset Sight post with a choice of an upgraded version. The MBUS Pro Enhanced Front Sight Post offers the option … Continue reading

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LaserLyte Lyte Ryder Becomes the Most Custom Universal-Fit Pistol Laser

COTTONWOOD, AZ- LaserLyte, innovators in firearms laser technologies, introduces Lyte Ryder: The most custom universal-fit pistol laser sight on the market. With a single Picatinny rail attachment screw, the Lyte Ryder installs in seconds on nearly any size pistol. Designed … Continue reading

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Sightmark Introduces New 3x Tactical Magnifier Pro

  Sightmark released a new 3x Tactical Magnifier Pro. Director of Product Development, Jonathan Horton, said “The new flip to side mount is easy to operate and provides a quick, smooth transition to offset your magnifier between engagements of long … Continue reading

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Crimson Trace: 5 Steps to Selection Guide

Crimson Trace has made it easier for consumers to select the right laser for their firearm. 1) What firearm will be fitted with the sight? Crimson Trace’s website (www.crimsontrace.com) lists the many leading firearm manufacturers that the company makes specific … Continue reading

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Command Arms UPG16 AR15/M16 Pistol Grip

Customize Your Grip with the Command Arms UPG16 AR15/M16 Pistol Grip Three front and rear interchangeable grip inserts allow for maximum comfort and complete control no matter the hand size. Tullytown, Pa. (August 2015) – CAA USA AR15/M16 pistol grip, … Continue reading

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RHEINMETALL VARIO-RAY

Rheinmetall has introduce the Vario-Ray (LLM-VR) weapon aiming system and illuminator. The system employs a co-axial visible and IR laser aiming module; once the visible laser is dialed in the IR laser is also aligned. It attaches to any small … Continue reading

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The Command Arms AK47SFSP Side-Folding, 6-Position AK47 Stock Tube Now Available

CAA USA announced that CAA ambidextrous, side-folding, 6-position, polymer, collapsible stock tube is now available and shipping to retailers across the country. The CAA side-folding, stock tube (AK47SFSP) allows the installation of M4-style stocks on most AK-style rifles with Saiga … Continue reading

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Free Aimpoint® Micro T-1 With Purchase of Eligible LWRCI™ Rifles

Chantilly, VA – July 28, 2015 – Aimpoint, has partnered with LWRC International to offer consumers an outstanding value-with-purchase opportunity.  Through August 31, 2015, consumers purchasing a new rifle from an authorized LWRCI dealer will receive an Aimpoint Micro T-1 … Continue reading

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Mission First Tactical TEKKO Metal AR 7" Free Float KeyMod Rail

Horsham, Pa. (July 2015) –Mission First Tactical, LLC (MFT), a leader in USA-made rifle/carbine accessories, is proud to release its latest product, the TEKKO Metal AR Free Float 7″ KeyMod Rail System (TMARFF7KRS). This all metal free float 7″ rail … Continue reading

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MAGPUL MOE SL Mid-Length Hand Guard Now Shipping

MOE SL Hand Guard, Mid-Length Weight: 8.3 oz. Length, maximum: 10.9 in. Width, maximum: 1.8 in. Height: 2.4 in. Colors: Black, FDE, Gray, OD M.S.R.P. $39.95 *NOTE: The Mid-Length MOE SL Hand Guard is a direct replacement for most factory … Continue reading

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SKBS Skeletonized Buttstock from Command Arms

CAA USA‘s Skeletonized Buttstock (SKBS), is designed to meet the demands of tactical operators, eliminates excess weight without compromising on strength or durability. Made from a high-strength, nylon reinforced polymer with an over-molded rubber cheek weld contoured and texturized to … Continue reading

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Gear Review: Streamlight’s TLR-6

Well it’s time to dress up your Glock Perfection with an awesome laser-light combo from Streamlight. The TLR-6 is Streamlight’s latest addition to their TLR line – 100 lumens of LED light and a razor sharp visible red laser complements … Continue reading

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BLUE FORCE GEAR ON HOW TO CAMOUFLAGE YOUR GUN

  Once done, all you need is a great sling to match  so visit Blue Force Gear to pick one out. Get A Sling

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