The new Maztech Illuminator mounts directly to the X4 LRF and leans hard into flexibility.
Mitchell Graf is a dedicated hunter, competitive shooter, and firearms enthusiast. As a former instructor and president of Oklahoma State’s Practical Shooting Team, he has a strong foundation in marksmanship and competition shooting. These days, he spends as much time as possible chasing pigs and coyotes with night vision and thermal optics.
When he’s not in the field or on the range, Mitchell works as a full-time Mechanical Engineer in the Aerospace and Defense industry and manages a part-time farming operation. Whether he’s behind a rifle, designing parts, or working the land, his drive for precision and performance remains the same.
Experience:
– Mechanical Engineer – Full-time professional in the Aerospace/Defense industry.
– Competitive Shooter & Instructor – Former President and Instructor of Oklahoma State’s Practical Shooting Team.
– Night Vision & Thermal Hunter – Passionate about night time predator and hog hunting.
– Part-Time Farmer – Working to provide for my family, and raise food for this great nation.
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Maztech’s Affordable X4-LRF IR Illuminator — SHOT Show 2026
Published: January 27, 2026 { 0 comments }
PTR 9SDM: Integrally Suppressed MP5s — SHOT Show 2026
Published: January 27, 2026 { 1 comment }It blends the company’s legacy 9mm platforms with newer suppressor technology. PTR showed the rifles at SHOT Show with production already underway.
Tango Innovations’ Fire Control System: Totally Integrated Ballistics — SHOT Show 2026
Published: January 26, 2026 { 0 comments }The FCS, or Fire Control System, targets shooters who want speed, data, and simplicity without stacking multiple devices. Instead of bridging accessories, everything lives inside a single housing.
A Barrett for Your Backpack: Meet the MRAD Covert — SHOT Show 2026
Published: January 26, 2026 { 4 comments }The Barrett MRAD Covert is a modular bolt-action rifle that breaks down in minutes to fit inside an Eberlestock backpack without sacrificing accuracy.
Zermatt Arms’ Waltz 9 Pistol: Best Trigger Ever! — SHOT Show 2026
Published: January 26, 2026 { 2 comments }It leans heavily on tight tolerances, modular options, and a trigger system that immediately stands out. The company plans to open orders in the second quarter, with shipping expected in the third.
ZEV FDP: Briefcase Gun Finally Launches! — SHOT Show 2026
Published: January 24, 2026 { 5 comments }At SHOT Show 2026, the project finally enters production, with initial shipments now commencing. MSRP is set at $1,699.
S&W Metal HD & Competitor HD — SHOT Show 2026
Published: January 23, 2026 { 0 comments }Smith & Wesson includes two 17-round magazines with the Metal HD. MSRP is set at $1,149. The pistol balances weight and control without pushing fully into race-gun territory.
KelTec PR-3AT: The Mag-less Stripper — SHOT Show 2026
Published: January 22, 2026 { 5 comments }The KelTec PR-3AT is a magazine-less .380 carry pistol that uses stripper clips and a rotating barrel to stay thin, light, and simple. Instead of a detachable magazine, it loads from the top directly into the grip.
Jacob Grey Hex Pro Ported Steel 2011 — SHOT Show 2026
Published: January 22, 2026 { 1 comment }Jacob Grey positions the Hex Pro as a refined evolution rather than a ground-up redesign. The goal is better control, durability, and shootability in a premium handgun.
FN 309 MRD: FN’s First Budget-Focused Pistol —SHOT 2026
Published: January 22, 2026 { 3 comments }The FN 309 MRD is a budget-focused, optics-ready 9mm pistol designed to be easy to shoot, easy to own, and easier on the wallet.