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Barnett’s New HyperXP405 and Whitetail Hunter 400XTR Crossbows -- SHOT Show 2022

Barnett’s New HyperXP405 and Whitetail Hunter 400XTR Crossbows — SHOT Show 2022

One of the sweetest features of the new Barnett bows is the TriggerTech 3-pound zero-creep trigger. That trigger takes crossbows into the realm of match rifle shooting.

Garmin Xero A1i PRO

Best New Bow Sight: Meet the Garmin Xero A1i PRO — SHOT Show 2022

Available for purchase now, Garmin brought out its new Xero A1i PRO Bow Sight to SHOT Show 2022.

Christensen Arms Modern Hunting Rifle

All New Christensen Arms Modern Hunting Rifle –SHOT Show 2022

New for 2022 from Christensen Arms is their Modern Hunting Rifle (MHR). This bolt-action rifle is aimed to please with many possible configurations.

HandsFree Plus Collar Controls from Dogtra -- SHOT Show 2022

HandsFree Plus Collar Controls from Dogtra — SHOT Show 2022

Training dogs and working them in the field requires lots of training. Dogtra’s new HandsFree Plus Squares make this process a little easier.

Bergara’s New Carbon Fiber Barreled Chassis Rifle – SHOT Show 2022

Bergara’s New Carbon Fiber Barreled Chassis Rifle – SHOT Show 2022

The Premier series actions utilize a floating bolt head to ensure proper lug contact and a cone-shaped bolt nose for smooth feeding.

Sightron Unveils New Line of Affordable Hunting Scopes – SHOT Show 2022

Sightron Unveils New Line of Affordable Hunting Scopes – SHOT Show 2022

Sightron has been producing mid-to-high-level optics since 1993, and they just announced a new-and-improved line of hunting scopes geared to the budget conscious among us.

Rock River Arms Offers First Look at Bolt-Action Hunting Rifle – SHOT Show 2022

Rock River Arms Offers First Look at Bolt-Action Hunting Rifle – SHOT Show 2022

At SHOT Show 2022, Rock River Arms unveiled their latest project: a traditional-style bolt-action hunting rifle with a buttery smooth action and a glass-break trigger.

All Wheel Drive E-Bike: Super Monarch Crown By E-Cells -- SHOT Show 2022

All Wheel Drive E-Bike: Super Monarch Crown By E-Cells — SHOT Show 2022

They offer great range without the noise and hassles of gas-powered vehicles and can be used in many places gas-power is prohibited. But if having a motor on your bike is good, then having two motors is better. E-Cells’ Super Monarch Crown boasts all-wheel-drive and power to get you deeper in the backcountry.

The Ultimate Turkey Gun? Mossberg Unveils the New Optics-Ready 940 Pro Turkey – SHOT Show 2022

The Ultimate Turkey Gun? Mossberg Unveils the New Optics-Ready 940 Pro Turkey – SHOT Show 2022

Mossberg engineers based the 940 Pro Turkey on the gun used by legendary competitive shooter Jerry Miculek. The result is a lightweight, maneuverable, and truly optics-ready shotgun just in time for turkey season.

A Double-Barreled Arrow Gun: Umarex's AirSaber Elite X2 -- SHOT Show 2022

A Double-Barreled Arrow Gun: Umarex’s AirSaber Elite X2 — SHOT Show 2022

The X2 is a pre-charged pneumatic arrow gun. Its onboard 240cc tank is charged to 4,000psi, and it uses that air to shoot 20 to 25 full power shots. They say the first five shots will be over 450fps and all of them will be big game-lethal. It launches a 376-grain arrow (including 100-grain tip).

Collapsible Concealment: Nukem's Grab & Go Hunting Blind -- SHOT Show 2022

Collapsible Concealment: Nukem’s Grab & Go Hunting Blind — SHOT Show 2022

Blinds can be an effective way to conceal yourself while hunting. But what if you set your blind in the wrong place, or what if some other condition changes? The Nukem Grab and Go blind is lightweight and portable so you set up or move to another place in a jiffy.

Collapsible Concealment: Nukem's Grab & Go Hunting Blind -- SHOT Show 2022

Collapsible Concealment: Nukem’s Grab & Go Hunting Blind — SHOT Show 2022

Blinds can be an effective way to conceal yourself while hunting. But what if you set your blind in the wrong place, or what if some other condition changes? The Nukem Grab and Go blind is lightweight and portable so you set up or move to another place in a jiffy.

Dillon Rifle Company 'On Patrol' AR Trigger -- SHOT Show 2022

Dillon Rifle Company ‘On Patrol’ AR Trigger — SHOT Show 2022

This year at SHOT Show 2022, newcomer Dillon Rifle Company released their OPAR Trigger, standing for On Patrol AR Trigger.

Ulfhendar Squeezy Rear Bag and More -- SHOT Show 2022

Ulfhendar Squeezy Rear Bag and More — SHOT Show 2022

This year at SHOT Show 2022 I was introduced to a new company from Norway, Ulfhednar. While the name points to a viking heritage, it is a company made for and founded by shooters.

Magpul FDP/FDC-9

ZEV Tech, Magpul’s FDC-9/FDP-9 ‘Briefcase Gun’ — SHOT Show 2022

Magpul told us that the ATF has approved both of these variants so now we all just have to wait on production.

InVeris VR-DT

InVeris Training Solutions, Bringing VR to Firearms Training — SHOT Show 2022

InVeris Training Solutions brought a few of their new systems out to SHOT Show 2022. While at their booth, I was able to try out their Virtual Reality VR-DT system.

The New Leupold Patrol 6HD 1-6 -- SHOT Show 2022

The New Leupold Patrol 6HD 1-6 — SHOT Show 2022

This year at SHOT Show 2022 Leupold brought out a new optic. They released the Patrol 6HD 1-6. The newest in their tactical/duty line of LPVOs (Low Power Variable Optic).

Take 12 Inches Off Your Rifle With MK's Bullpup Chassis -- SHOT Show 2022

Take 12 Inches Off Your Rifle With MK’s Bullpup Chassis — SHOT Show 2022

We’ve seen lots of chassis rifles in the last several years, but MK Machining has further refined their chassis with significant weight reductions, performance enhancements and they’ve expanded their compatibility. Oh, and it’s a bullpup.

Franklin Armory’s Piston Driven F17 Gives CA Gun Owners AR Experience in Rimfire Package – SHOT Show 2022

Franklin Armory’s Piston Driven F17 Gives CA Gun Owners AR Experience in Rimfire Package – SHOT Show 2022

Since its introduction in 2014, Franklin Armory’s F17 rifle has been thumbing its nose at restrictive gun control laws in states like California and New York. Now, it’s better than ever.

Zastava Arms M91: Serbian Sniper Rifle -- SHOT Show 2022

Zastava Arms M91: Serbian Sniper Rifle — SHOT Show 2022

Zastava Arms has been in business for 165 years. And thanks to Zastava Arms USA, a number of their guns are imported for us here in the states.

Canik SFx Rival

Introducing the New 9mm Canik SFx Rival — SHOT Show 2022

At SHOT Show 2022, Canik displayed its newest 9mm pistol, the SFx Rival. Meeting current IDPA, IPSC, and USPSA specifications, the SFx RIVAL is built to compete at a price that won’t break the bank. 

Bring A Switch Gun To A Knife Fight -- SHOT Show 2022

Bring A Switch Gun To A Knife Fight — SHOT Show 2022

The best gun is the one you have with you. Here’s a gun small enough to have with you and with the capacity to make it worthwhile.

World’s First Bullpup Style Pistol-to-Rifle Conversion Kit from Meta Tactical – SHOT Show 2022

World’s First Bullpup Style Pistol-to-Rifle Conversion Kit from Meta Tactical – SHOT Show 2022

The APEX is the world’s first bullpup style CCK, and it avoids pesky federal firearms laws by including a 16-inch barrel in the kit.

Can You Load 10 Rounds At Once? The CAM Loader From ETS Can - SHOT Show 2022

Can You Load 10 Rounds At Once? The CAM Loader From ETS Can – SHOT Show 2022

It’s likely that if you enjoy shooting, the only thing you don’t enjoy about it is loading magazines. Elite Tactical Systems was showing off their Gen II CAM Loader at the range during SHOT Show. It’s remarkably simple to use and it loads ten rounds into a magazine all at once. Other mag loaders often make it much easier, but still require loading one round at a time.

LMT-AT ION 30

LMT Advanced Technologies Announces the ION 30 Suppressor — SHOT Show 2022

At SHOT Show 2022, LMT Advanced Technologies showed off a prototype of a new “zero back pressure” suppressor, the ION 30.

TURBO Line: High Candela Lights from SureFire -- SHOT Show 2022

TURBO Line: High Candela Lights from SureFire — SHOT Show 2022

This year at SHOT Show 2022, SureFire introduced their new TURBO Line of lights. High candela lights that throw a beam a serious beam.

Walther PDP Pro SD

Walther Announces the PDP Pro SD — Shot Show 2022

At SHOT Show 2022, Walther released its PDP Pro SD featuring a threaded barrel, dynamic performance trigger, optic cut with recoil lugs, and aluminum magwell in both compact and full-size variants.

Maztech Industries X4-FCS

The Future is Now: Introducing the X4 System by Magpul, Maztech — SHOT Show 2022

Designed by Maztech Industries, the X4-Fire Control System or FCS is going to revolutionize the shooting world.

This Is Not A Tommy Gun: The G4S by Standard Manufacturing -- SHOT Show 2022

This Is Not A Tommy Gun: The G4S by Standard Manufacturing — SHOT Show 2022

This time, they’ve made the gun we’ve all wanted since we were kids. It’s not a Tommy gun…but if John Thompson had made a tactical version, it would’ve looked a lot like this.

EOTECH Vudu 1-10x28 FFP

Introducing the EOTECH VUDU 1-10×28 FFP LPVO — SHOT Show 2022

Bringing a few of these LPVOs out to SHOT Show 2022, I was able to see through them in person and was impressed.