Chris Bartocci looks at the rifle that had promising features but wasn't able to achieve commercial success.
From: Chris Bartocci
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Thursday, August 31, 2017
Other things Remington made
Guns.com has a quick video your of Remington Museum in Ilion, NY. There were many other things made by Remington, which survived until DuPont bought the company in in 1930s.
http://www.guns.com/2017/08/30/remington-arms-diversification-at-the-turn-of-the-century-video/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2017/08/30/remington-arms-diversification-at-the-turn-of-the-century-video/
From: Guns.com
New Jersey looking to legalizes Tasers
After coming to an agreement during a federal lawsuit, New Jersey is publishing draft regulations for Tasers.
The draft will go through a 60-day comment period, then the stun gun ban will expire in October.
http://www.guns.com/2017/08/29/new-jersey-moves-to-legalize-tasers-following-2a-lawsuit/
From: Guns.com
The draft will go through a 60-day comment period, then the stun gun ban will expire in October.
http://www.guns.com/2017/08/29/new-jersey-moves-to-legalize-tasers-following-2a-lawsuit/
From: Guns.com
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
APS, PP90, PP91
Army Inside shows some unique Russian firearms. First is the Stechkin APS automatic pistol, second is the PP-90 subgun, last is Kedr PP-91
From: Army Inside
From: Army Inside
US Air Force adopts PMAG
USAF is adopting Magpul GEN M3 PMAG in both black and tan color. These magazines will replace aging STANAG through attrition.
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/08/29/us-air-force-adopts-magpul-pmag/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/08/29/us-air-force-adopts-magpul-pmag/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
Concealed Carry Fashion Show
The need to be fashionable, or at least not stand out is there, brings the Concealed Carry Fashion Show.
http://www.guns.com/2017/08/28/concealed-carry-fashion-show-wows-at-nra-expo-photo-gallery/
From: Guns.com
http://www.guns.com/2017/08/28/concealed-carry-fashion-show-wows-at-nra-expo-photo-gallery/
From: Guns.com
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
ETS C.A.M. Rifle Magazine Loader
ETS came out with this loader that can work for just about any popular type of magazines.
Pistol version has been out for some time.
The Rifle version is $29.99
http://www.etsgroup.us/ETS-Group-C-A-M-Loader-p/etscam-rifle.htm
From: ETS vis Soldier Systems Daily
War furniture
Furnitures made out of weapon parts are known as War furniture. Soldier Systems Daily has some from Austria
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/08/28/war-furniture/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/08/28/war-furniture/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
Monday, August 28, 2017
Glock Gen 5 pistol
Chris Bartocci looks at the new Glock Gen 5 pistol. There are a lot of technical information.
There are some interesting tidbits. Bartocci claims special forces are buying Gen 4, which may or may not be true, but most publicly available information says Gen 3.
The newly shapes muzzle end has been available for Glock 26.
From: Chris Bartocci
There are some interesting tidbits. Bartocci claims special forces are buying Gen 4, which may or may not be true, but most publicly available information says Gen 3.
The newly shapes muzzle end has been available for Glock 26.
From: Chris Bartocci
Chatellerault M24/29
Ian shows this maching gun that was developed after WW1.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Saturday, August 26, 2017
SureFire Field Notes - Competitive shooting
Bob Vogel looks at benefits of competition shooting
From: SureFire
From: SureFire
CZ 805 vs Scar 16
Chris Bartocci compares the two rifles.
CZ 805 was influenced from what went on in SCAR trials and there are similarities.
From: Chris Bartocci
CZ 805 was influenced from what went on in SCAR trials and there are similarities.
From: Chris Bartocci
Friday, August 25, 2017
F&D Defense's XAR Invicta
This AR is unique in that it folds the front rather than the back for easy storage.
Website: https://www.fddefense.com/rifles/xar/
Price: $2499.99
Specifications:
CALIBER: 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington
WEIGHT: 6.2 Pounds
BARREL: 16″ Barrel or 14” Barrel (pinned and welded comp)
STOCK: Magpul, Adjustable Folding Stock
SAFETY SELECTOR: AR15 type
OPTIC MOUNTING RAIL: MIL-STD 1913
OPERATION: Proprietary Direct Gas operated Semi-Automatic
From: Military Arms Channel
Website: https://www.fddefense.com/rifles/xar/
Price: $2499.99
Specifications:
CALIBER: 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington
WEIGHT: 6.2 Pounds
BARREL: 16″ Barrel or 14” Barrel (pinned and welded comp)
STOCK: Magpul, Adjustable Folding Stock
SAFETY SELECTOR: AR15 type
OPTIC MOUNTING RAIL: MIL-STD 1913
OPERATION: Proprietary Direct Gas operated Semi-Automatic
From: Military Arms Channel
Thursday, August 24, 2017
Kalashnikov Concern SVCh
This is Kalashnikov Concern's latest Designated Marksman Rifle called
It's semi auto and can be thought of as modernized SVD, although it has SVDM. It is chambered for 7.62x54R and 7.62x51mm NATO is also available. It uses Dragunov magazine for 7.62x54R.
It has a lot of features that departs from the classic SVD design.
It's semi auto and can be thought of as modernized SVD, although it has SVDM. It is chambered for 7.62x54R and 7.62x51mm NATO is also available. It uses Dragunov magazine for 7.62x54R.
It has a lot of features that departs from the classic SVD design.
Some info on H&K UCP
Historical Firearms posted some information about this H&K pistol that never came to market.
http://www.historicalfirearms.info/post/164039599869/heckler-koch-ucp-heckler-koch-developed-the
It was competing against FN Five-Seven pistol for a place in PDW market, which never materialized.
From: Historical Firearms via The Firearm Blog
http://www.historicalfirearms.info/post/164039599869/heckler-koch-ucp-heckler-koch-developed-the
It was competing against FN Five-Seven pistol for a place in PDW market, which never materialized.
From: Historical Firearms via The Firearm Blog
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
SIG SAUER MCX Rattler
SIG officially anounced MCX Rattler. When its buttstocki s folded, it is 16 inches long and the name came about when the test firing designer said it rattles teeth when it is fired in full-auto.
It comes in 5.56 and .300BLK version. With the barrel length of 5.5 inches, 5.56 version can't use suppressors but .300 BLK can.
Soldier Systems Daily has a nice post about this gun.
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/08/22/sig-sauer-launches-mcx-rattler/
Barrel is not compatible with any other MCX upper. But SIG is coming up with Rattler Upper Receiver Kits adapter for AR lowers.
Link: www.sigsauer.com/products/firearms/rifles/sig-mcx-virtus
SBR version: https://www.sigsauer.com/store/sig-mcx-rattler-psb-1.html
PSB version: https://www.sigsauer.com/store/sig-mcx-rattler-psb.html
Price is $2719 and above.
From: SIG SAUER via Soldier Systems
RCS Vanguard 2 Color matched overhook
If you yeared for matching the color of your Vanguard 2's overhook, here is your chance. Limited Edition VG2 is available for $34.99. Comes in Wolf Grey or Coyote Brown
http://raven-concealment-systems1.mybigcommerce.com/limited-edition-vanguard-2-for-glock/
From: Raven Concealment Gear
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
Knight's Armament Company's Light Assault Machine Gun
Soldier Systems Daily has a good article on Knight's modern LAMG.
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/08/22/knights-armament-co-light-assault-machine-gun/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/08/22/knights-armament-co-light-assault-machine-gun/
From: Soldier Systems Daily
MG-17 German Aircraft Machine Gun
Here is anotehr interesting weapon that was developed by Germans trying to circumvent restrictions imposed on them after WW1
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Walther PPS M2 Review
This guns has been out for some time, but MrGunsnGear decided to do a review now that there is a $100 rebate for any purchase before Sept 15, 2017.
Rebate form: http://www.waltherarms.com/wp-content/uploads/Walther-Arms-Mail-In-Rebate-Form.pdf
From: MrGunsnGear
Rebate form: http://www.waltherarms.com/wp-content/uploads/Walther-Arms-Mail-In-Rebate-Form.pdf
From: MrGunsnGear
Monday, August 21, 2017
G-Code Contact Series Micro Chest Rig 3Zero
This chest rig is a low profile rig capable of adding additional magazine pouches as needed. It comes in variety of colors, including black, coyote tan, military green, wolf grey.
https://www.tacticalholsters.com/product/contact-series-micro-chest-rig-3zero/
Price: $155
For $35 more, you can add suspension pouch.
Modular Hostage Target
TWANGnBANG shows the fun you can have with the Modular Hostage Target. HE shares some good points throughout the video on steel targets.
From: TWANGnBANG
From: TWANGnBANG
Sunday, August 20, 2017
Smith & Wesson's First Pistol, The Volcanic
This is the first pistol S&W manufactured under their name. It featured an interesting cartridge design of the time.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Federal Fusion 150gr 300BLK Gel Test
MrGunsnGear does a quick gel test of 300 BLK round.
From: MrGunsnGear
From: MrGunsnGear
Saturday, August 19, 2017
FN CAL
This is not California version of FN. It is a rifle that is a predecessor to FNC
From: Vickers Tactical
From: Vickers Tactical
HK 433 report
The Firearm Blog has translated version of the first article on HK 433 by All4Shooters.com
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/08/18/hk433-first-practical-test/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/08/18/hk433-first-practical-test/
From: The Firearm Blog
Spanish MP41/44
Ian shows this gun that had some success after WW1 and has some interesting history.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Friday, August 18, 2017
Sauer 38H
MAC shows us a pistol that lead up to the P230/232, a PPK look-alike.
From: Military Arms Channel
From: Military Arms Channel
Savage Model 10 GRS in 6mm Creedmoor
Savage Arms is offering Model 10 GRS in 6.5 Creedmoor now.
Stock is made of 15% fiberglass-reinforced Durethan, and 65% glass bedding material.
Price is $1449(MSRP)
http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/model/10GRS
Stock is made of 15% fiberglass-reinforced Durethan, and 65% glass bedding material.
Price is $1449(MSRP)
http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/model/10GRS
Thursday, August 17, 2017
Experimental Reising 7.62mm Full-Auto Battle Rifle
Ian shows this experimental rifle Reising worked on in the late 50s and 60s
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Wilson Combat offering Glock custom work
The well known 1911 maker is now jumping in to Glock customization market.
https://www.wilsoncombat.com/glock-custom-work/
There are many options, starting with finishes, featuring Wilson Combat's Armor-Tuff finish as well as Combat-Tuff. Also offered are markings, artwork, laser engraving, and frame stippling featuring Wilsom Cmbat's Starbusrst pattern.
It also has options for various sights, barrels, and aftermarket triggers.
Here is the form
https://s3.amazonaws.com/wilsoncombat/files/WCCustomWorkForm_Glock+copy_v3.pdf
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Schmeisser's MP-18,I
Ian goes through new Rock Island Auction and stars off with this historical gun
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Sig Sauer P320 Drop Test Follow Up
Omaha Outdoors posted a follow up video testing other handguns, like Glock, S&W M&P, 1911, H&K VP9,
From: Omaha Outdoors
From: Omaha Outdoors
Monday, August 14, 2017
SIG P320 voluntary recall
SIG posted information on how to submit your gun for voluntary recall.
https://www.sigsauer.com/support/p320-voluntary-upgrade-program/
You'd have to register and SIG will send you email on how to go from there.
The website is for U.S. Domestic Commercial consumers only. This excludes P320s purchased through police and LEO departments through Armed Professional Program (APP) or Individual Officer Program (IOP)
Also, do not send back with aftermarket parts
https://www.sigsauer.com/support/p320-voluntary-upgrade-program/
You'd have to register and SIG will send you email on how to go from there.
The website is for U.S. Domestic Commercial consumers only. This excludes P320s purchased through police and LEO departments through Armed Professional Program (APP) or Individual Officer Program (IOP)
Also, do not send back with aftermarket parts
Sunday, August 13, 2017
Indonesian Air Force Collapsing-Stock G3
Ian shares a rare variatn of G3 made by Rheinmetall, not H&K.
There are some features that were not really present in earlier G3 styles.
From: Forgotten Weapons
There are some features that were not really present in earlier G3 styles.
From: Forgotten Weapons
50 Cal vs Non-Newtonian fluid
Non-Newtonian fluids are fluids that doesn't have the typical viscosity property of a fluid we know in general sense. When it has force, pressure, or heat applied it, it hardens up. as viscosity doesn't follow the Newton's law of viscosity.
But even if the non-Newtonian fluid hardens up, energy from .50 BMG probably is enough to overcome changes in the fluid.
From: Iraqveteran8888
But even if the non-Newtonian fluid hardens up, energy from .50 BMG probably is enough to overcome changes in the fluid.
From: Iraqveteran8888
Saturday, August 12, 2017
Vickers Blog
Larry Vickers started to blog about various firearms on his Vickers Guide blog.
https://www.vickersguide.com/blog/
The latest entry is the Negev LMG.
From: Vickers Guide
https://www.vickersguide.com/blog/
The latest entry is the Negev LMG.
From: Vickers Guide
Friday, August 11, 2017
Webley-Fosbery
Ian looks at the pistol that involves moving upper which rotates cylinder.
He also shoots the gun and has some interesting situation to ponder about
From: Forgotten Weapons
He also shoots the gun and has some interesting situation to ponder about
From: Forgotten Weapons
Colt Trooper Patrol Carbine
Colt announced Trooper Patrol Carbine. It is based off of LE6920, has Centurion Arms 13 inch M-LOK rail, standard M4 buttstock.
Price is $1049
From: Colt
Price is $1049
From: Colt
Thursday, August 10, 2017
BESAL Machinegun
Here is a LMG that was intended for emergency production if Germans landed on UK.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Honor Guard Subcompact
Hickok45 goes over this small pistol designed for carry. It garnered some interest when it debutted at SHOT Show in 2016.
From: Hickok45
From: Hickok45
Wednesday, August 9, 2017
M16 Cycle of Operations
Chris Bartocci shows how a M16 works using a cut-away version
From: Chris Bartocci
From: Chris Bartocci
Tuesday, August 8, 2017
SIG announce voluntary recall
Recoil magazine posted that SIG SAUER is announcing a voluntary recall regarding P320 issue.
http://www.recoilweb.com/sig-sauer-issues-voluntary-upgrade-for-p320-129031.html
The details will be available on sigsauer.com on Monday August 14.
Update: Soldier Systems Daily covered the session held by SIG recently.
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/08/08/sig-sauer-acknowledges-p320-trigger-issues-with-30deg-drop-m17-mhs-unaffected-announces-voluntary-p320-upgrade/
http://www.recoilweb.com/sig-sauer-issues-voluntary-upgrade-for-p320-129031.html
The details will be available on sigsauer.com on Monday August 14.
Update: Soldier Systems Daily covered the session held by SIG recently.
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/08/08/sig-sauer-acknowledges-p320-trigger-issues-with-30deg-drop-m17-mhs-unaffected-announces-voluntary-p320-upgrade/
SIG P320 drop controversy
Around July 31st, the internet started to notice that Dallas Police Department issued a "do not use"(paraphrasing) notice to its officers who carries SIG P320 as their service pistol. Dallas PD issued SIG P226, but officers who wants can buy SIG P320 with their own money can carry it.
It was noted by several forums and soon the word spread. It was unclear what lead to the decision, but on August 4, SIG Sauer realesed a statement regarding the issue.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/08/04/official-statement-sig-sauer-reaffirms-safety-p-320-pistol/
In short, SIG SAUER states that P320 passed all drop tests, and have not heard any drop-related P320 incident in US.
The language SIG SAUER used in users manual which seemed to allude to the gun firing when dropped is more of legal writing than anything else. But coupled with some information and the way the manual was written, it probably gave someone at Dallas PD a pause, then decided that it would be better to be safe than sorry.
With SIG SAUER's statement it seemed to settle down, with Dallas PD lifting the suspension, until Omaha Outdoors posted this video featuring Andrew Tuohy, famous for calling out FireClean as evgetable oil based.
If the gun was dropped on its back of slide, the gun will fire. In the video, Tuohy identified one of possible reason, a heavier trigger.
It is unclear what SIG SAUER will do at this point. But with serious problem of this nature, SIG has to come up with a way to fix the issue instead of saying it passed industry tests. Guns do get dropped - whether it is fighting with an attackeror banging it on something.
What will this do to the MHS selection? It will be hard to tell. GAO said the selection did not violate the rules set up, but the drop test could have been in the second phase. Army can go ahead and just continue with the process, or they can fix it like how they dealt with M9's slide cracking problem. However, at this point a competitor like Glock can argue that it needs to be given a fair chance for the second stage since SIG got to modify its pistol.
This situation is still on going and will be interesting how it will change.
Monday, August 7, 2017
It's buyer's market
In a recent study, estimated gun sales of July 2017 went down by 26% compared to the previous year. However the year 2016 was more of abnormality since many were worried about the Presidential election and was buying to hedge the chance that Clinton would have won.
http://www.guns.com/2017/08/04/july-estimated-gun-sales-plummet-26-percent/
Now that the chance of restrictive firearms law is lessened, the sales declined. In response, manufacturers are also giving out rebates and slashing prices. Manufacturers probably were worried about the election and had plans or increased manufacturing capacities. That created a lot more supply, and with less demand, the price fell.
Recently, Sturm, Ruger announced that it's second quarter sales dropped 22%.
http://www.guns.com/2017/08/04/sturm-ruger-sales-down-22-percent-in-second-quarter/
Winchester Ammunition also had similar situation where their sales dipped 15% in the second quarter.
http://www.guns.com/2017/08/02/olin-ceo-the-worst-is-over-for-winchesters-slumping-ammo-sales/
This means that if you are a buyer who has been looking in to buying a new gun, the time is right. It doesn't mean that the price will rise back up to pre-election level soon, but rather, the manufacturers will adjust their output level so it won't be this low.
Ammunition prices will be less likely to drop now with so many guns sold as well as impending ban on internet ammunition sales in California driving purchases up. Gun sales probably will not recover as fast as the ammunition sales, but the time is now if you want some good deals.
http://www.guns.com/2017/08/04/july-estimated-gun-sales-plummet-26-percent/
Now that the chance of restrictive firearms law is lessened, the sales declined. In response, manufacturers are also giving out rebates and slashing prices. Manufacturers probably were worried about the election and had plans or increased manufacturing capacities. That created a lot more supply, and with less demand, the price fell.
Recently, Sturm, Ruger announced that it's second quarter sales dropped 22%.
http://www.guns.com/2017/08/04/sturm-ruger-sales-down-22-percent-in-second-quarter/
Winchester Ammunition also had similar situation where their sales dipped 15% in the second quarter.
http://www.guns.com/2017/08/02/olin-ceo-the-worst-is-over-for-winchesters-slumping-ammo-sales/
This means that if you are a buyer who has been looking in to buying a new gun, the time is right. It doesn't mean that the price will rise back up to pre-election level soon, but rather, the manufacturers will adjust their output level so it won't be this low.
Ammunition prices will be less likely to drop now with so many guns sold as well as impending ban on internet ammunition sales in California driving purchases up. Gun sales probably will not recover as fast as the ammunition sales, but the time is now if you want some good deals.
Sunday, August 6, 2017
Comp-Tac Beltfeed high capacity magazine pouches
Comp-Tac is coming up with magazine pouch geared for competition. It carries 4 pouches in a staggered setup. It also has individually adjustable tension adjuster.
Price is $99.99
http://www.comp-tac.com/beltfeed-10668
From: Comp-Tac
German gun laws and culture
Iraqveteran8888 has a video about German gun laws and culture with German enthusiast Hans.
From: Iraqveteran8888
From: Iraqveteran8888
Saturday, August 5, 2017
Wilson Combat Hackathorn Special
Wilson Combat is releasing a commander sized 1911 with inputs from Ken Hackathorn. It is chambered in .45 acp or 9mm.
It features 4.25" barrel with bushing, full-size frame, one piece Bullet Proof magwell, concealment hammer/grip safety, and medium-length trigger. Buyers have option of getting ambidextrous safety, front sight and deluxe hand-polish blued finish.
MSRP is $3,750
https://www.wilsoncombat.com/hackathorncommander/
Concealable Sniper Rifle
Soldier Systems Daily has an article on this rifle specifically designed for urban use.
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/08/03/gunfighter-history-pt-5-csr-concealable-sniper-rifle/
It is based off of M24
From: soldier Systems Daily
http://soldiersystems.net/2017/08/03/gunfighter-history-pt-5-csr-concealable-sniper-rifle/
It is based off of M24
From: soldier Systems Daily
Sharps Bros Overthrow Stipped Lower receiver
Rainier Arms has Spartan mask themed lower made by Sharps Bros available.
Introductory price is $269.99
https://www.rainierarms.com/rainier-arms-overthrow-stripped-lower-receiver-pre-order/
From: Rainier Arms
Century Arms $100 rebate
Anyone who purchases one of 16 Century Arms firearms from now until Oct. 1 will be elligible for $100 rebate in the form of gift card.
The list of qualifying firearms can be found in the rebate form
Rebate form: https://www.centuryarms.com/consumer-rebate
From: Century Arms
The list of qualifying firearms can be found in the rebate form
Rebate form: https://www.centuryarms.com/consumer-rebate
From: Century Arms
Friday, August 4, 2017
Luty's Submachine Gun
This guns was made without using any 'gun components', as a symbol of protest.
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
LifeCard .22lr
This single shot, foldable firearm is made by Trail Blazer Arms. It is expected to ship this month.
http://www.trailblazerfirearms.com/products/
MSRP is $399
From: Trail Blazer Arms
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
S&W 4006 TSW
MAC looks at the last 3rd Generation S&W semi-auto that was adopted by a law enforcement agency.
The procurement of this pistol had a small controversy as well. CHP put out a procurement(around 2006-2007) notice and two companies responded - S&W and Sig Sauer (then Sig Arms, IIRC)
SIG Arms filed a lawsuit after S&W was chosen. I haven't followed up on what happened to the lawsuit, but 4006 TSW remained as the issue pistol.
When issues, there was a sear problem which were fixed
http://legacy.sandiegouniontribune.com/uniontrib/20070322/news_1n22guns.html
From: Military Arms Channel
The procurement of this pistol had a small controversy as well. CHP put out a procurement(around 2006-2007) notice and two companies responded - S&W and Sig Sauer (then Sig Arms, IIRC)
SIG Arms filed a lawsuit after S&W was chosen. I haven't followed up on what happened to the lawsuit, but 4006 TSW remained as the issue pistol.
When issues, there was a sear problem which were fixed
http://legacy.sandiegouniontribune.com/uniontrib/20070322/news_1n22guns.html
From: Military Arms Channel
Integrally suppressed AK
The Firearm Blog caught glimpse of integrally suppressed AK in Ukraine called Gopak
It can be seen at 0:58
Here is more info from TFB
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/07/31/integrally-supressed-ak-demonstrated-ukrainian-trials/
From: The Firearm Blog
It can be seen at 0:58
Here is more info from TFB
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/07/31/integrally-supressed-ak-demonstrated-ukrainian-trials/
From: The Firearm Blog