January 22, 2017
SIG SAUER, Inc. announced that the U.S. Army has selected the SIG SAUER Model P320 to replace the M9 service pistol currently in use since the mid-1980’s. Released in 2014, the P320 is a polymer striker-fired pistol that has proven itself in both the United States and worldwide markets. The P320 is the first modular […]
January 22, 2017
Las Vegas, NV – The 39th Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show, owned and operated by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), signaled a positive year ahead for the firearms industry. Strong attendance, upbeat buyers and sellers, and a series of packed special events that collectively made up “SHOT Week” resulted in one of […]
January 19, 2016
LAS VEGAS, NV – Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has introduced the Ruger Silent-SR, a .22 LR sound suppressor. Ruger’s first suppressor features best-in-class materials and an advanced design, resulting in a lightweight, compact size and top-tier sound reduction. The Silent-SR is perfect for any threaded-barrel rimfire host, either pistol or rifle. At only 5-3/8” […]
January 15, 2016
WEST HARTFORD, CT. – Colt is announcing three innovative new products for the start of 2016; the Colt Competition Pistol™, the Colt Expanse™ M4 Carbine, and the Colt Lightweight Commander®. “We’re incredibly excited about these new offerings,” said Paul Spitale, Senior VP of Commercial Business at Colt. “The Colt Competition Pistol™ is race ready right out […]
January 15, 2016
Apex Tactical Specialties announced the upcoming release of the new Apex Flat-Faced Forward Set Trigger for the 9mm, 40S&W and 45ACP Walther PPQ, designed to reduce overall trigger travel by approximately 40% without noticeably reducing the factory trigger pull weight. “Following on the success and popularity of our patented Forward Set Triggers for the Smith & […]
January 11, 2016
AMITYVILLE, New York – DeSantis Gunhide®, a division of HELGEN Industries Inc., introduces the #M67 Nylon Mini-Scabbard. The Nylon Mini-Scabbard™, #M67, is a sturdy, lightweight and trim concealment holster made for a large variety of handguns. It features an adjustable tension device and is precision molded from ballistic nylon and thermo-formable materials. It will accommodate […]
January 11, 2016
BulletSafe, the company that last year introduced a $299 Level IIIA bulletproof vest is now introducing a bulletproof baseball cap. The cap, which offers frontal protection, isn’t meant to replace a ballistic helmet, but is instead meant to be worn all of the time. “This cap gives increased protection without intimidation. It’s a discreet way […]
January 10, 2016
2015 was a record year for the National Instant Checks System (NICS), and for firearm sales. The previous record year was in 2013, another year in which President Obama put considerable effort into passing strict gun control, and failed. It is one of the few policies that President Obama has not been able to […]
January 2, 2016
Northern Tool and Equipment Company has started to include firearms accessories in its product line. The company is noted for manufacturing products and tools that are less expensive than most competitors. Many of the products are produced overseas in China, but other sources are also used. Northern Tools also manufactures many products in the United […]
December 31, 2015
SOUTHPORT, CT – Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. is proud to introduce a new line of full-size duty pistols. Designed with the latest U.S. Military standards in mind, the Ruger American Pistol™ is built to perform in the harshest conditions. A true American innovation, this new pistol is a revolutionary platform for Ruger. Ruger polled […]
December 25, 2015
Ultimate Wild introduces the H-Tac 750 Lumen high output flashlight From following a blood trail in the whitetail woods to following orders on a covert mission, the H-Tac 750 lumen high-output flashlight excels in any situation. This versatile, rugged flashlight is constructed of high-quality, aircraft-grade aluminum with a black anodized finish for added protection and grip. […]
December 23, 2015
Hornady® Manufacturing is pleased to announce its acquisition of SnapSafe, a modular safe company. SnapSafe stands apart in the industry for its unique product model. SnapSafe modular gun vaults are delivered right to your door and can be assembled in minutes. This simple assembly makes the vaults ideal for any room or space, and keeps […]
December 23, 2015
This one-off “Dream Gun” is at the center of a “tempest in a teacup” of epic proportions. Image Via Apex Tactical. As long as there have been mass-market commercial firearms, there have been companies and gunsmiths that have build niche markets improving the factory guns to higher levels of performance. These aftermarket experts make otherwise […]
December 22, 2015
HARTFORD, CT – Stag Arms entered a guilty plea in a Boston federal court for violating federal firearms laws, the Justice Department announced Tuesday. The plea by the Connecticut gun maker, known for AR rifles, was in response to charges of failing to serialize firearms, including machine gun lower receivers. The violation was discovered by […]
December 18, 2015
CARTHAGE, MO – Liberty Tree owner, Eli Bruton, says since the San Bernardino mass shooting, business has been booming. “This has been our busiest time for gun sales. I think part of it is motivated by the holiday season, but a lot of it is motivated by things in the news,” said Eli Bruton, Liberty […]
December 15, 2015
Hornady® Manufacturing has doubled its donation to the GRACE Foundation for 2015. The GRACE Foundation is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to serving cancer patients, cancer survivors, and their families. The donation was made possible from partial proceeds of the sale of Hornady® Critical Defense® Lite™ ammunition sold from November 2014 through November 2015. Critical […]
December 8, 2015
FTI, Inc., a pioneer in advanced lubrication and cleaning technology, introduces Tetra® Gun Carbon Cleaner solution, which will be available in different package types, including: jars for both small parts cleaning- and pre-saturated cotton patches; bottled product; and a foaming bore cleaner aerosol. Tetra® Gun Carbon Cleaner was specially formulated to eliminate carbon buildup from […]
November 25, 2015
The parent company of optics maker EOTech agreed to pay the government $25.6 million Tuesday for selling defective optics to military and federal law enforcement agencies. L-3 Communications Corp. agreed to settle the matter the same day the civil complaint was filed in a Manhattan federal court, attorneys with the Justice Department told Guns.com. Since […]
November 24, 2015
Gloves, puffy jackets, cold weather. It all affects the way we carry our firearm and how we prepare to draw if we should ever have to. In this quick video above, Alien Gear Holsters walks us through a few important things to consider when getting ready for winter carry.
April 26, 2017
US Special Operations Looking at New 6.5mm Round for Sniper Rifles
Special Operations Command is exploring a new caliber for its semi-automatic sniper rifle needs and upgrading one of its bolt-action sniper rifle systems. Maj. Aron Hauquitz told Military Times Tuesday that SOCOM is in the preliminary stages of exploring a sniper rifle chambered in the 6.5 mm caliber. The two commercially available rounds being evaluated […]
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