Armalite tried their shot at shotgun manufacturing with some AR concepts applied to it.
From: Forgotten Weapons
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Monday, January 29, 2018
Friday, January 26, 2018
SHOT Show round up 3
Aimpoint has Comp M5 which uses AA battery.
HK 433 is still in development and things may change but here is the gun itself.
SMGLee has some close up photos
https://www.instagram.com/p/BeWpqZGjzLK/
Chris Bartocci covers Beretta ARX 200, one piece bolt carrier group from LWRCi(10:20)
From: Vickers Tactical, Chris Bartocci
HK 433 is still in development and things may change but here is the gun itself.
SMGLee has some close up photos
https://www.instagram.com/p/BeWpqZGjzLK/
Chris Bartocci covers Beretta ARX 200, one piece bolt carrier group from LWRCi(10:20)
From: Vickers Tactical, Chris Bartocci
Thursday, January 25, 2018
SHOT Show round up 2
FN SCAR-SC
This rifle is only for LE/MIL, but hopefuly there will be civilian/pistol version as well
Chris Bartocci goes over some new parts from Seekins Precision (6:04), Kalashnikov (8:40), Core Rifle Systems(16:03), PTR (17:00), and M+M Industries(18:08)
Core Rifle Systems also came out with a 9mm PCC rifle with ambi magazine release called CORE15 9mm PCC
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-core15-9mm-pcc/
Colt Night Cobra .38
Colt is getting back in to revolver game and this time it's with a .38 revolver. It is DAO(Double Action Only) with 2 inch barrel. MSRP is $899
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-new-colt-night-cobra-38/
Crimson Trace
Crimson Trace is now part of a conglomerate that holds S&W but they manufacture products for other firearms as well.
http://www.guns.com/2018/01/24/crimson-trace-hosts-new-products-at-shot/
FB Radom's BOR rifle is not ready for civilian sale, but hopefully will be
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-fb-radom-zmt-update-rifles-approved-us-import/
Franchi Momentum
Franchi is movig in to bolt rifle field
http://www.guns.com/2018/01/24/franchi-debuts-their-first-ever-bolt-action-rifle-at-shot-show-2018/
Ghost Gunner 2.0
This machine is expanding its inventory with Polymer 80 lowers and 9mm AR jigs
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-ghost-gunner-2-0-polymer-80-glock-9mm-ar-lower/
Recover Tactical is known for their grip picatinny rail extension for 1911s and Beretta 92s. This year, they came out with slide charging handles and magazine extension for Glock 43
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-recover-tactical/
Serbu
Serbu is updating their really inexpensive single shot .22 pistol to something more marketable. It will be around $100 according to the video in the article
http://www.guns.com/2018/01/24/mark-serbus-got-two-new-guns-available-soon-video/
SureFire Stiletto
This light looks like a knife. But it emits 700 lumens at price just over $100
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/24/shot-show-18-surefire-stiletto/
ZRODelta Genesis Z9
Here is another metal Glock copy that is hitting the market. It offers more modularity than the most Glock copy frames on market
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/25/shot-show-2018-zrodelta-genesis-z9/
From: Soldier Systems Daily, Vickers Tactical, The Firearm Blog, Chris Bartocci, Guns.com
This rifle is only for LE/MIL, but hopefuly there will be civilian/pistol version as well
Chris Bartocci goes over some new parts from Seekins Precision (6:04), Kalashnikov (8:40), Core Rifle Systems(16:03), PTR (17:00), and M+M Industries(18:08)
Core Rifle Systems also came out with a 9mm PCC rifle with ambi magazine release called CORE15 9mm PCC
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-core15-9mm-pcc/
Colt Night Cobra .38
Colt is getting back in to revolver game and this time it's with a .38 revolver. It is DAO(Double Action Only) with 2 inch barrel. MSRP is $899
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-new-colt-night-cobra-38/
Crimson Trace
Crimson Trace is now part of a conglomerate that holds S&W but they manufacture products for other firearms as well.
http://www.guns.com/2018/01/24/crimson-trace-hosts-new-products-at-shot/
FB Radom's BOR rifle is not ready for civilian sale, but hopefully will be
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-fb-radom-zmt-update-rifles-approved-us-import/
Franchi Momentum
Franchi is movig in to bolt rifle field
http://www.guns.com/2018/01/24/franchi-debuts-their-first-ever-bolt-action-rifle-at-shot-show-2018/
Ghost Gunner 2.0
This machine is expanding its inventory with Polymer 80 lowers and 9mm AR jigs
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-ghost-gunner-2-0-polymer-80-glock-9mm-ar-lower/
Recover Tactical is known for their grip picatinny rail extension for 1911s and Beretta 92s. This year, they came out with slide charging handles and magazine extension for Glock 43
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-recover-tactical/
Serbu
Serbu is updating their really inexpensive single shot .22 pistol to something more marketable. It will be around $100 according to the video in the article
http://www.guns.com/2018/01/24/mark-serbus-got-two-new-guns-available-soon-video/
SureFire Stiletto
This light looks like a knife. But it emits 700 lumens at price just over $100
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/24/shot-show-18-surefire-stiletto/
ZRODelta Genesis Z9
Here is another metal Glock copy that is hitting the market. It offers more modularity than the most Glock copy frames on market
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/25/shot-show-2018-zrodelta-genesis-z9/
From: Soldier Systems Daily, Vickers Tactical, The Firearm Blog, Chris Bartocci, Guns.com
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
SHOT Show round up 1
CZ USA
CZ USA is now making suppressors as well as integrated versions. You can also see the new smaller Scorpion called Scorpion EVO III S2 Micro
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/23/shot-show-2018-cz-usa/
Dasan Glock lower
This Glock lower was worked by Paul Kim who is more known for his works with SureFire lights. It uses simlar design as a STI 2011, where grips can be replaced easily. Dasan has been making Glock barrels and slides(through Lone Wolf Distributors) so they seem to be the chosen manufacturer.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/23/shot-2018-dasan-aluminum-2011-style-glock-lower/
Palmetto State Armory 9mm AK and MP5 clone
PSA came out with AK a few years ago and this year introduced AK in 9mm. It currently takes H&K MP5 magazines, but Glock magazine version is in the works. PSA also showed off their MP5 clone, although it is some time away before it hits the shelves.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/23/shot-2018-palmetto-state-armory-9mm-ak-47-mp5-news/
SureFire X55G
SureFire came up with 1000 lumen weapon light that has green lasers as well.
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/23/shot-show-18-surefire-x55g/
Wilcox Industries
SMGLee posted new red dot sight from the Wilcox Industries that has ballistics, laser designation as well. (and internal sights in case?)
https://www.instagram.com/p/BeTtD-xjQRB/
https://www.instagram.com/p/BeTtfXjjwHG/
Chris Bartocci covered the first day with Brownell's Retro guns, SIG pistols (2:12), Troy(8:23), Caracal (10:18), YHM(11:07) and Geissele's URG(12:37) that is actually going to be equivalent to SOPMOD Block 3.
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From: Soldier Systems Daily, The Firearm Blog, SMGLee, Chris Bartocci
CZ USA is now making suppressors as well as integrated versions. You can also see the new smaller Scorpion called Scorpion EVO III S2 Micro
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/23/shot-show-2018-cz-usa/
Dasan Glock lower
This Glock lower was worked by Paul Kim who is more known for his works with SureFire lights. It uses simlar design as a STI 2011, where grips can be replaced easily. Dasan has been making Glock barrels and slides(through Lone Wolf Distributors) so they seem to be the chosen manufacturer.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/23/shot-2018-dasan-aluminum-2011-style-glock-lower/
Palmetto State Armory 9mm AK and MP5 clone
PSA came out with AK a few years ago and this year introduced AK in 9mm. It currently takes H&K MP5 magazines, but Glock magazine version is in the works. PSA also showed off their MP5 clone, although it is some time away before it hits the shelves.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/23/shot-2018-palmetto-state-armory-9mm-ak-47-mp5-news/
SureFire X55G
SureFire came up with 1000 lumen weapon light that has green lasers as well.
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/23/shot-show-18-surefire-x55g/
Wilcox Industries
SMGLee posted new red dot sight from the Wilcox Industries that has ballistics, laser designation as well. (and internal sights in case?)
https://www.instagram.com/p/BeTtD-xjQRB/
https://www.instagram.com/p/BeTtfXjjwHG/
Chris Bartocci covered the first day with Brownell's Retro guns, SIG pistols (2:12), Troy(8:23), Caracal (10:18), YHM(11:07) and Geissele's URG(12:37) that is actually going to be equivalent to SOPMOD Block 3.
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From: Soldier Systems Daily, The Firearm Blog, SMGLee, Chris Bartocci
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Pre-show articles and videos
Today is the Media day and Chris Bartocci already has the coverage up
1:17 CMMG Guard in 9mm using Glock magazine and has bolt lock feature
7:00 Zenith Firearms rifle in 5.56
7:40 IWI TS20 shotgun
SIG Sauer has its own range day
P365 (with laser)
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/21/sig-range-day-2018-p365-laser-sneak-peek/
300URG Integrally Suppressed upper
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/21/sig-range-day-2018-300urg-integrally-suppressed-upper/
Archon Firearms (formerly Arsenal Firearms USA) Type B (formerly know as Stryk B)
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/23/shot-show-industry-day-at-the-range-archon-firearms-type-b/
1:17 CMMG Guard in 9mm using Glock magazine and has bolt lock feature
7:00 Zenith Firearms rifle in 5.56
7:40 IWI TS20 shotgun
SIG Sauer has its own range day
P365 (with laser)
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/21/sig-range-day-2018-p365-laser-sneak-peek/
300URG Integrally Suppressed upper
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/21/sig-range-day-2018-300urg-integrally-suppressed-upper/
Archon Firearms (formerly Arsenal Firearms USA) Type B (formerly know as Stryk B)
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/23/shot-show-industry-day-at-the-range-archon-firearms-type-b/
Monday, January 22, 2018
Welp...not this year
SHOT Show is the industry show and it is the place to be.
Unfortunately, there were some unexpected issues preventing our attendance.
So this year, the coverage will rely on other sources.
Being on the floor and actually seeing new products is definitely something to aim for, but there are times when things don't go the way you want them to go. So just need to adapt and roll with the situation.
Currently, the plan is to cover the show through here and Twitter (twitter.com/gunnewsblog)
Unfortunately, there were some unexpected issues preventing our attendance.
So this year, the coverage will rely on other sources.
Being on the floor and actually seeing new products is definitely something to aim for, but there are times when things don't go the way you want them to go. So just need to adapt and roll with the situation.
Currently, the plan is to cover the show through here and Twitter (twitter.com/gunnewsblog)
Some SureFire 2018 lights impressions
GNB got a quick chance to see some of new products.
XC2
This is an ultra compact weapon light that improves over its predecessor XC1. One of major changes is the ability to use momentary on as well as constant on. Predecessor could only use constant on. To use constant mode, quickly tab the momentary switch. To use momentary mode, just press the tab and hold. Some people might remember Inforce APL's interface, and it feels similar.
The green laser turns on automatically along with the white light
http://www.surefire.com/illumination/weaponlights/handgun/xc2-compact-led-handgun-light-with-laser.html
EDCL1-T
This light emits 500 lumens using one CR123A battery. It uses tailcap switch that emits low light(5 lumens) when pressed slightly, and high output(500 Lumens) when fully pressed. This feature is a nice feature that makes it easy for user in non-threatening situation to quickly up the light output if things go bad.
It also has a clip that allows it to be carried with bezel up or down in your pocket.
If someone wants a light for casual use, but can be used for more dangerous situation, this should be a serious contender.
http://www.surefire.com/illumination/flashlights/edcl1-everyday-carry-tactical-led-flashlight.html
Tactician
This light has 5/800 Lumen output. Bezel can be rotated to have 800 Lumen or 5 Lumen. The tailcap switch is momentary, and can have constant on mode by twisting it.
http://www.surefire.com/illumination/flashlights/e2t-mv-tactician-led-flashlight.html
Some other info
XC2
This is an ultra compact weapon light that improves over its predecessor XC1. One of major changes is the ability to use momentary on as well as constant on. Predecessor could only use constant on. To use constant mode, quickly tab the momentary switch. To use momentary mode, just press the tab and hold. Some people might remember Inforce APL's interface, and it feels similar.
The green laser turns on automatically along with the white light
http://www.surefire.com/illumination/weaponlights/handgun/xc2-compact-led-handgun-light-with-laser.html
EDCL1-T
This light emits 500 lumens using one CR123A battery. It uses tailcap switch that emits low light(5 lumens) when pressed slightly, and high output(500 Lumens) when fully pressed. This feature is a nice feature that makes it easy for user in non-threatening situation to quickly up the light output if things go bad.
It also has a clip that allows it to be carried with bezel up or down in your pocket.
If someone wants a light for casual use, but can be used for more dangerous situation, this should be a serious contender.
http://www.surefire.com/illumination/flashlights/edcl1-everyday-carry-tactical-led-flashlight.html
Tactician
This light has 5/800 Lumen output. Bezel can be rotated to have 800 Lumen or 5 Lumen. The tailcap switch is momentary, and can have constant on mode by twisting it.
http://www.surefire.com/illumination/flashlights/e2t-mv-tactician-led-flashlight.html
Some other info
- MASTERFIRE holsters come with screw holes compatible with Safariland mounts. Earlier productions didn't have that.
- Some light models were going to be dropped, but that has been postponed for now.
- SureFire tends to take conservative approach with adopting new batteries. But that doesn't mean they are not going to ignore them.
- Some countries have law prohibiting use of weapon lights. So wristlight was the solution that SureFire came up with.
Saturday, January 20, 2018
Gen5 Glock 22 in Brazil
The Firearm Blog has photo of Gen5 Glock 22 with safety. Glock will make some interesting variants if a large enough agency requests it.
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/19/gen5-glock-22-sao-paulo/
From: The Firearm Blog
http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/19/gen5-glock-22-sao-paulo/
From: The Firearm Blog
New Streamlight products
Streamlight listed new products they have for 2018
https://www.streamlight.com/products/explore-products/new-products
Streamlight is coming up with 3500 lumen PROTAC HL 5-X. Yowza!
EDIT:
MrGunsnGear reviewed TLR-7
From: Streamlight. MrGunsnGear
https://www.streamlight.com/products/explore-products/new-products
Streamlight is coming up with 3500 lumen PROTAC HL 5-X. Yowza!
EDIT:
MrGunsnGear reviewed TLR-7
From: Streamlight. MrGunsnGear
Friday, January 19, 2018
SureFire Field Notes Ep. 18
Scott Reitz talks about the importance of having a good fundamental.
The setup you see in the video is something Uncle Scotty came up with years ago. It is controlled by a person pulling the string and can be random.
From: SureFire
The setup you see in the video is something Uncle Scotty came up with years ago. It is controlled by a person pulling the string and can be random.
From: SureFire
US Army to introduce new rifle qualification
Soldier Systems reports that US Army is looking at changing the rifle qualification with a new course of fire as well as new standards.
You can read more from
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/16/us-army-to-introduce-new-rifle-qualification/
You can read more from
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/16/us-army-to-introduce-new-rifle-qualification/
Thursday, January 18, 2018
IWI TAVOR TS12
IWI came up with a bullpup shotgun.
It has 3 magazine tubes, each carrying 4 three-inch shot shells or 5 two-inch shot shells.
MSRP is expected to be at $1399
Here are specs
- Gas regulated
- 15+1 max capacity
- Right or left ejection
- Automatically feed a round into the chamber
- Four sling mounts
- MLOK compatible rail
- Picantinny optics rail
- Benelli/Beretta choke tube compatibility
- 18.5” Barrel
- OAL 28.35”
- 3.5kg (8lbs) unloaded
- Cross bolt safety
- “Bullhead” Bolt locking system
SS80 - 80% GLOCK 43 Frame
Glock Store unveiled their own 80% Glock 43 frame called SS80. This is not made by Polymer 80, the guys who brought the 80% Glock frame.
http://www.glockstore.com/SS80-M-Model
Glock Store is taking pre-order for $129.99
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Ruger PCC 9 Take Down 9mm Carbine
MAC goes over the new pistol caliber carbine Ruger brought back with improvements
From: Military Arms Channel
From: Military Arms Channel
Monday, January 15, 2018
Top 5 WW2 small arms
LAV looks at 5 firearms a collector should have for WW2 collection.
From: Vickers Tactical
From: Vickers Tactical
MAS-38 Shooting Fail
Ian tries to shoot his carbine. It doesn't go well. But the video as more than just compilation of failed attempts.
From: Forgotten Weapons
Sunday, January 14, 2018
Machine Gun Terminology Part 2
Ian goes over more terminologies for small arms
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
How an AK-47 works
Matt Rittman made this great animation showing how an AK-47 works
From: Matt Rittman via The Firearm Blog
From: Matt Rittman via The Firearm Blog
Friday, January 12, 2018
Marlin UD-42
This SMG was procured by Netherlands, but didn't get to the battle it was intended. But it did serve as the firearm supplied to resistance during WW2
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons
Gun safety book for kids
Julie Golob wrote a book to teach kids about gun safety. There really hasn't been that many books other than NRA's Eddie Eagle, and this would be a nice book of its own
Website: https://www.juliegolob.com/books/kids-gun-safety-book
Price: $7.99(e-book) or $9.99(paperback)
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
SIG P365
SIG Sauer announced a new sub-compact pistol geared for EDC/CCW market
https://www.sigsauer.com/products/firearms/pistols/p365/
It's a striker fired pistol with 10 round magazine(12 rounds with extended magazine), while retaining 1" width and being smaller than it s competitors such as Glock 43, S&W SHIELD, Ruger LCP. It also comes with night sights as standard.
However, it has its proprietary rail system, which might be a downside for some potential buyers
Soldier Systems: http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/08/introducing-the-sig-sauer-p365/
The Firearm Blog: http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/08/sig-sauer-p365/
RECOIL Magazine: http://www.recoilweb.com/sig-sauers-new-p365-11-round-subcompact-edc-pistol-132565.html
MSRP is $599
From: SIG Sauer, Soldier Systems Daily, The Firearm Blog. RECOIL Magazine
Streamlight TLR7
There is rumor of Streamlight coming up with a really small weaponlight.
https://www.ar15.com/forums/General/New-Streamlight-TLR7/5-2069074/
https://www.ar15.com/forums/General/New-Streamlight-TLR7/5-2069074/
Sunday, January 7, 2018
Rhodesian FN FAL
LAV and Ian goes over this rare FAL version that made its way from Rhodesia(current Zimbabwe)
Here is longer version done with Ian and LAV
From: Vickers Tactical, Forgotten Weapons
Here is longer version done with Ian and LAV
From: Vickers Tactical, Forgotten Weapons
The Stoner Machinegun: A Navy Seal Remembers
Z Bub posted this 1990s video going over how SEALs used the Stoner 63.
Larry Vickers did a segment on this a few years ago
From: Z Bub via The Firearm Blog, Vickers Tactical
Larry Vickers did a segment on this a few years ago
From: Z Bub via The Firearm Blog, Vickers Tactical
Arcus 98DA
MAC goes over this FN Hi-power look-a-like but is different for sure
From: Military Arms Channel
From: Military Arms Channel
Olight PL-MINI Valkyrie
MrGunsnGear looks at the one of the smaller weaponlight with its rechargeable battery
From: MrGunsnGear
From: MrGunsnGear
Tuesday, January 2, 2018
50 cal slo-mo
The Slow Mo Guys decided to do another gun video, but this time with a .50 BMG rifle
From: The Slow Mo Guys
From: The Slow Mo Guys
Monday, January 1, 2018
H&K MR762A1
Chris Bartocci reviews this civilian version of 7.62 rifle in AR platform made by Heckler & Koch
From: Chris Bartocci
From: Chris Bartocci
Glock 19X
Glock announced they are coming up with a new pistol that seems to be very similar to one of their entry for MHS trial. Safety lever is missing, and it looks like Glock 19 length slide mated with Glock 17 frame.
http://www.recoilweb.com/news-of-glocks-19x-pistol-leaked-132572.html
http://www.recoilweb.com/news-of-glocks-19x-pistol-leaked-132572.html
Machine Gun Terminology
If you are confused by different classification of machine guns, Ian explains the difference
From: Forgotten Weapons
From: Forgotten Weapons