Tristar had some new shotguns at SHOT Show this year. If you are not familiar with Tristar they are making some very nicely build price-point shotguns. They may not have the fanciest fit and finish or every bell and whistle, but they flat out run. There were two stand outs in the new guns Tristar had at SHOT this year. One is a tactical AR styled shotgun and the other is a single barrel trap gun.
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AR Shotguns and The Best Deal for Trap–Tristar –SHOT Show 2016
Published: February 2, 2016 { 5 comments }
New Commander Length Cabot 1911s–SHOT Show 2016
Published: February 2, 2016 { 23 comments }The guns that Cabot brings to the SHOT Show are always something to see. Always. We got a sneak peak at the meteorite that’s causing so much buzz, but there are guns for the rest of us, too (at least the rest of us with some spending money). The commander length guns are a design marvel.
Liberty Safe: New Fatboy, Biometric Handgun Vaults — SHOT Show 2016
Published: February 2, 2016 { 0 comments }Liberty has expanded their Fatboy line, and have more small safe storage options. If you are looking for either portable security options, or mammoth safes, Liberty has options. Check out the SHOT Show coverage.
Spyderco Reverse: The Ideal Self-Defense Knife? — SHOT Show 2016
Published: February 2, 2016 { 7 comments }Spyderco’s Reverse is a very versatile self-defense blade that allows one to switch the orientation of the blade’s edge from edge-out to edge-in or vice versa.
Heckler & Koch Keeping Focus on the P30SK and VP40 — Shot Show 2016
Published: February 1, 2016 { 5 comments }At 2016 SHOT Show, Heckler & Koch showcased their tried and true P30SK and VP40, two very solid polymer-framed pistols, chambered in 9mm and .40 cal respectively. The P30SK is a subcompact, perfect for concealed carry, and the VP40 is a wicked duty pistol.
Sweet GLOCK Optics Slides – Adams Arms – SHOT Show 2016
Published: February 1, 2016 { 2 comments }VooDoo Innovations, part of the Adams Arms’ family, has announced the release of their first Glock drop-in barrel available for the G17 and G19 models in both Gen 3 and Gen 4 handguns. And that’s just the start of the GLOCK fest from Adams Arms. The company known for their rifles is really branching out.
First Ever 3″ 28 Gauge from Benelli and New Franchi Built for Women–SHOT Show 2016
Published: February 1, 2016 { 11 comments }Benelli has a new shotgun that will appeal to fans of the 28 gauge. This Ethos is chambered for 3″ shells. More punch from a lighter gun. And Franchi has an update of their Instinct line. The Catalyst is designed for women, but it may be the ideal 12 gauge for many smaller framed shooters. Check out our SHOT Show coverage.
Tactical Walls: Now with RFID Locks! — SHOT Show 2016
Published: February 1, 2016 { 6 comments }Tactical Walls, the groundbreaking company that launched viable concealment furniture, has integrated RFID locks into their products. Check out their new firearms concealment devices.
80% Glock Lower Preorders – Polymer80 – Also 80% Full AR Budget Kit – Shot Show 2016
Published: February 1, 2016 { 63 comments }Polymer 80, a company known for their polymer 80% AR-15 lowers, introduced a new product at SHOT Show this year that shook up the concept of an 80% receiver. Named the “Specter,” this 80% frame embraces the ghost gun idea and brings it into the handgun (Glock) market.
Century Arms SBR AK Variants — SHOT Show 2016
Published: February 1, 2016 { 1 comment }At Shot Show 2016, Century introduced two new variants of their popular milled AK rifle, the C39v2 and the RAS47. Both variants are factory short-barreled rifles (SBRs). Century is also launching a suppressor line under the Red Army Standard Brand.