Category Archives: Weapon systems

KRISS VECTOR GEN II SMG

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Sightmark Unveils New Wolverine Red Dots

  (MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Sightmark is proud to announce the release of new Wolverine Red Dot Sight models. Already known for their 1,000,000 hour battery life and robust rubber armored construction, the Wolverine family is happy to welcome 4 new … Continue reading

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LARRY VICKERS REVIEWS FNS STRIKER FIRED PISTOLS

  Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is a retired US Army 1st SFOD- Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant. In recent years he has hosted tactical firearms … Continue reading

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SILENCERCO ADDS THREADED BARRELS FOR BERETTA 92FS/M9

We’ve expanded our popular line of threaded pistol barrels to include a model for the Beretta® 92FS/M9™. Want to get this barrel for (almost) free? Buy a silencer today, take advantage of SilencerCo’s Rebate Promo, and you’ll get $200 to … Continue reading

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Ritter & Stark GmbH to Exhibit at Enforce Tac, March 2017

Ritter & Stark will exhibit the SX-1 Modular Tactical Rifle at the International Exhibition & Conference for Law Enforcement, Security and Tactical Solutions in Nuremberg, Germany, March 1 – 2, 2017 Feistritz, Austria (February 2017) – Ritter & Stark GmbH, an Austrian-based … Continue reading

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Crimson Trace Upgrades The Iconic 1911 With The Master Series Lasergrips

                                                                                                                                                                                             (Wilsonville, OR)—The Master SeriesTM Lasergrips® laser sights by Crimson Trace are designed to be an upgrade to one of America’s most popular firearms—the iconic 1911 semi-auto pistol. Master Series laser sights are available in a wide range of … Continue reading

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H&K SP5K A Commercial Semi-automatic Version of the Legendary MP5K

Heckler & Koch’s SP5K is the commercial semi-automatic version of the MP5K, which was developed in the 1970s as a 9mm selective fire concealed carry weapon for the purpose of personal security. Apart from changes made to comply with legal … Continue reading

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Advantage Tactical’s Dark Diamond Night Sight Now Available for CZ 75 and S&W M&P Pistols

Santa Fe, NM (February 2017) – Advantage Tactical Sights, a maker of innovative, accurate sights that allow rapid target acquisition, announces its revolutionary Dark Diamond Night Sight (ATS-DD) now available for two more pistol models; the CZ 75 in 9mm … Continue reading

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Tactical Augmented Pressure Switch (TAPS) From TNVC

  TAPS (Tactical Augmented Pressure Switch) Pro from TNVC and Unity Tactical is a complete one point command and control system for all weapon-mounted electronics.  It provides low profile, user-programmable, dual-device control for lights and lasers.  TAPS Pro allows placement … Continue reading

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PROOF Research Achieves AS9100 Aerospace Management Standard Certification

Columbia Falls, Montana – As part of its commitment to quality and to implementing the highest standards in its products, production process, and daily operations, PROOF Research has earned AS9100 certification. This certification-considered the quality-management gold standard in the aerospace … Continue reading

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GPO, USA INTRODUCES THE GPOTAC 8XI RIFLESCOPE

Midlothian, Virginia, February 10, 2017—GPO, USA, the industry’s newest premium optics company, introduces the GPOTAC™ 8Xi riflescope. This product is German-designed and engineered to bring extreme features for the benefit of most serious tactical shooters. The GPOTAC™ 8Xi is built … Continue reading

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Sneak Preview: Walther’s New Creed 9mm Pistol

For 2017 Walther Arms introduced an impressive new 9mm pistol. If you’re familiar with the company’s superb PPX, the Creed is an offspring from that great gene pool but with some of the bells and whistles omitted to deliver an … Continue reading

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BNTI Arms Warrior Series (AR / AK) 7.62 x 39mm Now Available

The BA Beast Optics Ready Rifle in the Nigerian caliber 7.62 x 39 mm was developed specifically for the Nigerian military and law enforcement markets Jacksonville, Fla. (February 2017) –BNTI ARMS LLC, in Jacksonville, Florida, is the U.S. headquarters for … Continue reading

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IDF Lt. Col. (Ret) Mickey Hartman and the MH1 Weapon Sight

You would be hard pressed to find a more likeable and gregarious individual than IDF Lt. Col. (Ret) Mickey Hartman; for me, every encounter with Mickey has been a learning experience and he loves to teach. Were I to serve … Continue reading

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EOTech VUDU 1- 6X 24mm Precision Rifle Scope

At this year’s Shot Show, I finally got the opportunity to take a close look at EOTech’s Vudu 1-6X24mm rifle scope.  EOTech makes the 1-6 x 24 Vudu in 3 models, the SR-1, SR-2 and SR-3; the difference being reticle … Continue reading

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Ritter & Stark GmbH Exhibiting the Future of Tactical Rifles at IDEX 2017

Ritter & Stark GmbH will exhibit the SX-1 Modular Tactical Rifle at the 2017 International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) in Abu Dhabi. Feistritz, Austria (February 2017) – Ritter & Stark GmbH, an Austrian-based firearms design and manufacturing company, will … Continue reading

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GPO, USA INTRODUCES PASSION™ HD BINOCULAR LINE

Midlothian, Va., February 6, 2017 — GPO USA, the industry’s newest premium optics company, introduces the PASSION™ HD binocular portfolio. This product is German designed and engineered, and it combines quality, features, price and value for the benefit of the … Continue reading

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Hexmag’s NEW Glock Compatible Pistol Magazines

February, 2017–Loveland, CO- Hexmag, LLC– maker of the most advanced and versatile AR-15/AR-10 platform magazines on the market, proudly announces its move into high-quality pistol magazines that will be available in early Spring of 2017. These robust new lightweight (1.4 … Continue reading

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Gander Mountain Now Stocking Grand Power Pistols

Manufactured in Slovakia and distributed exclusively by Eagle Imports Inc., Grand Power pistols offer top notch quality in a low-recoil pistol at an affordable price. Wanamassa, N.J. (February 2017) – Gander Mountain, one of the nation’s largest retail outdoor specialty … Continue reading

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CORRECTION TO MY BURRIS 1-8 x 24 XTR-II REVIEW OF 17 NOVEMBER 2016

Mid November 2016, I published a review of the Burris 1-8 x 24 XTR-II. In that review, I commented on the turret cap retention mechanism. My comments were factually incorrect. You can read the original review here. My original comments … Continue reading

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Surefire Introduces Its XC2 Weapon Mounted Light At Shot Show 2017

Fountain Valley, CA – SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest, and most innovative, illumination tools and tactical products, will be launching its brand-new XC2 at the 2017 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The XC2 is the next evolution … Continue reading

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The MasterPiece Arms (MPA) Chassis is the Official Precision Rifle Series Chassis System for the 2017 Season

The MPA BA Chassis has proven its superiority as a precision rifle chassis by winning PRS competitions time-and-time again Comer, Ga.- (January 2017) – MasterPiece Arms (MPA), manufacturers of the MPA BA Rifles, Chassis Systems, Defender Pistols and Carbines, Suppressors and MPAR … Continue reading

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PROOF Research Awarded Contract For Future Weapon Systems Development

Columbia Falls, MT — PROOF Research, makers of advanced high-temperature composite aerospace/defense materials and components, cut-rifled steel precision rifle barrels, and carbon-fiber composite rifle barrels that deliver extreme accuracy, durability and up to a 50 percent weight reduction-has been awarded … Continue reading

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IWI TAVOR X95 Coming to Canada

The highly anticipated bullpup rifle will be available to shooting enthusiasts across Canada from Q1/17 Ramat HaSharon, Israel, January 10, 2017. Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) – a leader in the production of combat-proven small arms for law enforcement agencies, governments, … Continue reading

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THE SNAKES ARE BACK!

The Colt Cobra® marks Colt’s triumphant return to the world of double-action revolvers. Its small frame and 2″ barrel make it ideal for concealed carry. Everything on the Cobra emulates the legendary Python pistols; trigger pull and grip angle are … Continue reading

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IWI US’ X95 Wins 2017 Golden Bullseye Award for Rifle of the Year from Shooting Illustrated

  The TAVOR X95 with its innovative design and function takes home the coveted prize. Harrisburg, Pa. (December 2016) – IWI US, Inc., a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) Ltd., is proud to announce that Shooting Illustrated Magazine has … Continue reading

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RECOVER TACTICAL NOW HAS NEW GRIP COLORS AVAILABLE

CC3H now available in Phantom Grey RG15 Quick Change Rubber Grips All Colors on Sale Visit Recover Tactical for additional details or to make your purchase (HERE)

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Hexmag Offers Advanced AR-15 Pistol Grips

Hexmag, LLC (www.hexmag.com), maker of the most advanced and versatile AR-15/AR-10 platform magazines on the market, proudly presents two new pistol grips that are excellent for either rifle. Both grips are available in black or flat dark earth and feature … Continue reading

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Haley Strategic D3 SLK Sling

The D3 SLK Sling features all the features of the D3 sling without the QD mounts and tri-glide. This allows for customization and users with multiple different mounting systems. What started as a custom design built for his Force Recon … Continue reading

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MAGPUL INDUSTRIES NOW SHIPPING THE PRS GEN 3 STOCK

The PRS GEN3 is a field precision stock for AR15/M16 and AR10/SR25 platforms, featuring tool-less length of pull and cheek piece height adjustment. With solid adjustments for length of pull and cheek piece height via aluminum detent knobs, the PRS … Continue reading

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Savage Arms Introduces New B-Series Bolt Action Rimfire Rifles

Savage Arms  introduced a new line of bolt-action the B-Series/ The line includes 12 caliber options priced from $281 to $413. Shipments of these firearms are currently being delivered to dealers.Savage has added to its line of modern new firearms … Continue reading

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Ritter & Stark to Exhibit at 2017 SHOT Show®

Ritter & Stark, the new Austrian firearm manufacturing company for the SX-1 Modular Tactical Rifle, will bring its innovative weapon system to the biggest shooting sports exhibition in the U.S.   Feistritz, Austria (December 2016) – Ritter & Stark, an … Continue reading

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MAGPUL Now Shipping – MOE SL-S Carbine Stock

The storage-capable version of the flagship Magpul MOE SL™ carbine stock, the MOE SL-S (Storage) Stock is a direct replacement buttstock for AR15/M4 carbines. The sleek profile, dual-side release latches, and waterproof battery tubes make it the slimmest storage tube … Continue reading

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India Is Back In The Market For A New Assault Rifle

India has been toying with  replacing the problematic INSAS rifles and in 2015 the Indian Army made a decision to replace their in-service INSAS rifle with an indigenous improved version of INSAS designated the Excalibur chambered in 5.56. The Excalibur … Continue reading

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THOR-HD HAS A NEW FIRMWARE UPDATE

Here are a few improvements included in the newest firmware update: Neutral pixel correction Automatic pixel correction improvement Image quality improvement DOWNLOAD FIRMWARE

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LUCID Optics Introduces MLX Riflescope for 2017

(Wyoming) – LUCID Optics, manufacturer of the best value line of optics on the market, is proud to introduce the MLX Riflescope, new for 2017.After many requests for a First Focal plane, Mil / Mil rifle scope, LUCID spoke with … Continue reading

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BURRIS AR-332 and AR-536 Prism Sights

The 3x AR-332 and the 5x AR-536 use a glass prism instead of a series of lenses to reflect and magnify the image, which gives great optical clarity in far less space, making the Burris AR prism sights compact and … Continue reading

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Remington Introduces Its RP9 Striker Fired 9mm

The folks at Remington have finally jumped into the full-sized polymer frame, striker fired pistol. I haven’t put it through its paces at the range but I there are several things that I really like right off the bat. Remington … Continue reading

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MAGPUL IS NOWSHIPPING M-LOK GI SLING SWIVEL

  The M-LOK GI Sling Swivel is a traditional sling swivel loop for M-LOK compatible systems. Its base is machined from Mil-Spec anodized aluminum and utilizes a coated steel loop, which accepts up to 1-1/4” webbing. With it’s compact and … Continue reading

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MEOPTA INTRODUCES ZD 6-24×56 RD LONG RANGE RIFLESCOPE FOR PRECISION RIFLES.

  The ZD 6-24×56 RD is a precision long range riflescope developed for sniper rifles in order to achieve deadly-accurate shot placement at extreme distances. The new Mil Dot 2 illuminated reticle with integrated range-finding markers is calibrated for accurate … Continue reading

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