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B.E. Meyers KIJI: The Missing Link in Night Vision -- SHOT Show 2022

B.E. Meyers KIJI: The Missing Link in Night Vision — SHOT Show 2022

This year at SHOT Show 2022, B.E. Meyers introduced the KIJI. The KIJI is a Infrared Laser Illumination Tool. Think of it as a super-powered night vision flashlight…

Taurus Unveils New Hybrid G3X and Tricked Out 'Steel Challenge Ready' TX 22 – SHOT Show 2022

Taurus Unveils New Hybrid G3X and Tricked Out ‘Steel Challenge Ready’ TX 22 – SHOT Show 2022

Taurus unveiled a host of new handguns at SHOT Show 2022, and the new G3X and TX 22 Competition SCR were two of the most exciting.

First Look: Maxim Defense Unveils New Suppressors, Frangible Ammo, and Integrally Suppressed Rifles – SHOT Show 2022

First Look: Maxim Defense Unveils New Suppressors, Frangible Ammo, and Integrally Suppressed Rifles – SHOT Show 2022

Maxim Defense brought a host of new products to SHOT Show 2022, and we got the chance to take them for a spin at this year’s Range Day.

Best Slings of SHOT: Arbor Arms & Tactical Distributors -- SHOT Show 2022

Best Slings of SHOT: Arbor Arms & Tactical Distributors — SHOT Show 2022

This Year at SHOT Show 2022 I had the chance to check out some new rifle slings. While some people dismiss the importance of a sling, I don’t consider a rifle to be a rifle without one.

Best Slings of SHOT: Arbor Arms & Tactical Distributors -- SHOT Show 2022

Best Slings of SHOT: Arbor Arms & Tactical Distributors — SHOT Show 2022

This Year at SHOT Show 2022 I had the chance to check out some new rifle slings. While some people dismiss the importance of a sling, I don’t consider a rifle to be a rifle without one.

GlideVault

Modern Elegance: The GlideVault from SnapSafe — SHOT Show 2022

Hornady, owners of SnapSafe, announced the release of the GlideVault programmable safe at SHOT Show 2022.

Wanna Shoot 60% Better? The ACE (Aim Control Enhancer) Can Help -- SHOT Show 2022

Wanna Shoot 60% Better? The ACE (Aim Control Enhancer) Can Help — SHOT Show 2022

MAJR Mechatronics is behind the A.C.E. and they brought it to SHOT Show this year. It’s a small module that attaches to a Picatinny rail (ARCA mounts can be swapped, too) and has small actuators that compensate for the small movements your gun makes to help eliminate the wobble while shooting handheld.

Non-Semi-Auto AR? What the Fox Unit Does that Mean? -- SHOT Show 2022

Non-Semi-Auto AR? What the Fox Unit Does that Mean? — SHOT Show 2022

One aspect that delineates these guns as so-called “assault rifles” is that they have semi-automatic actions which use the kinetic energy created by firing one round to load the next into battery, making it ready to fire again.

New Taurus Revolvers! 3-Inch .357 Mag., .327 Federal Magnum – SHOT Show 2022

New Taurus Revolvers! 3-Inch .357 Mag., .327 Federal Magnum – SHOT Show 2022

Taking cues from their hardcore revolver fans, the handgun company is expanding its 605 line of .357 Mag. revolvers to include three-inch barrels and adding the .327 Federal Magnum cartridge to its 856 series.

'Revolutionizing Concealed Carry'? 10 Rounds of .22 LR In a Tiny Semi-Auto Package – SHOT Show 2022

‘Revolutionizing Concealed Carry’? 10 Rounds of .22 LR In a Tiny Semi-Auto Package – SHOT Show 2022

The SHOT Show is always good for a few off-the-wall products, and 2022 was no exception. Leading the way was the Ounce Oz semi-auto .22 LR handgun from Third Bay, LLC.

Rock Island Armory VRF14

Neither a Shotgun, Pistol, Rifle, or SBR: Rock Island Armory Debuts Its VRF14 — SHOT Show 2022

Rock Island Armory debuted the VRF14 at Range Day at SHOT Show 2022. Legally this 12 gauge is classified as a “firearm.”

Getting Small with FoldAR’s Double-Fold AR15 -- SHOT Show 2022

Getting Small with FoldAR’s Double-Fold AR15 — SHOT Show 2022

Folding buttstocks on AR-15 rifles and pistols have been all the rage for several years to make them smaller for storage and transport. FoldAR takes that compact storage level to a much higher plane.

The ODA Switch & Skadi Optic Mount from Valhalla Tactical -- SHOT Show 2022

The ODA Switch & Skadi Optic Mount from Valhalla Tactical — SHOT Show 2022

This year at SHOT Show 2022 Valhalla Tactical introduced the SKADI Optic Mount as well as the ODA (Omni Directional) Light Switch.

The ODA Switch & Skadi Optic Mount from Valhalla Tactical -- SHOT Show 2022

The ODA Switch & Skadi Optic Mount from Valhalla Tactical — SHOT Show 2022

This year at SHOT Show 2022 Valhalla Tactical introduced the SKADI Optic Mount as well as the ODA (Omni Directional) Light Switch.

M89 Drive Lock Rail By SOLGW -- SHOT Show 2022

M89 Drive Lock Rail By SOLGW — SHOT Show 2022

This year at SHOT Show 2022 I had the opportunity to check out the New M89 Drive Lock Rails by SOLGW, Sons Of Liberty Gun Works. 

Hornady RAPiD Safe Keypad Vault

The New Hornady RAPiD Safe Keypad Vault — SHOT Show 2022

New from Hornady, and announced at SHOT Show 2022, is their RAPiD Safe Keypad Vault. Featuring RFID tags in addition to a keypad and mechanical entry, the RAPiD Safe gives one quick access and dependability if batteries fail. Hornady RAPiD Safe Keypad Vault. Product Features Excellent starter unit to RAPiD® Safe technology.Fast, dependable touch-free entry [...]

Big Horn Armory’s Heavy-Hitting 500 S&W Lever Gun -- SHOT Show 2022

Big Horn Armory’s Heavy-Hitting 500 S&W Lever Gun — SHOT Show 2022

The Model 89 Black Thunder is a modern tactical version of Big Horn Armory’s Wyoming-made classic lever guns.

Big Horn Armory’s Heavy-Hitting 500 S&W Lever Gun -- SHOT Show 2022

Big Horn Armory’s Heavy-Hitting 500 S&W Lever Gun — SHOT Show 2022

The Model 89 Black Thunder is a modern tactical version of Big Horn Armory’s Wyoming-made classic lever guns.

Big Horn Armory’s Heavy-Hitting 500 S&W Lever Gun -- SHOT Show 2022

Big Horn Armory’s Heavy-Hitting 500 S&W Lever Gun — SHOT Show 2022

The Model 89 Black Thunder is a modern tactical version of Big Horn Armory’s Wyoming-made classic lever guns.

Big Horn Armory’s Heavy-Hitting 500 S&W Lever Gun -- SHOT Show 2022

Big Horn Armory’s Heavy-Hitting 500 S&W Lever Gun — SHOT Show 2022

The Model 89 Black Thunder is a modern tactical version of Big Horn Armory’s Wyoming-made classic lever guns.

Bushmaster is Back! Rifle Maker Unveils New Straight-Pull Bolt Action, the BA 30 – SHOT Show 2022

Bushmaster is Back! Rifle Maker Unveils New Straight-Pull Bolt Action, the BA 30 – SHOT Show 2022

Bushmaster Firearms is under new management, and they’ve hit the ground running with a new straight-pull bolt-action rifle, the BA30.

KelTec P15: Slimmest, Lightest 9mm on Market -- SHOT Show 2022

KelTec P15: Slimmest, Lightest 9mm on Market — SHOT Show 2022

The new KelTec P15 is a polymer-framed, striker-fired 9mm double-stack pistol the size and weight of a single-stack.

The NeoMag ALIAS: A Premium Holster Attachment System -- SHOT Show 2022

The NeoMag ALIAS: A Premium Holster Attachment System — SHOT Show 2022

The NeoMag ALIAS, streamlining your everyday carry. This year at SHOT Show 2022 I had a chance to check out the NeoMag ALIAS. Designed initially to address needs in their own lives, they’ve brought their premium holster attachment system to the public. A new way to carry and stow your pistol. At the heart of [...]

Smith & Wesson CSX Micro-9 Pistol

Smith & Wesson CSX Micro-9 Pistol — SHOT Show 2022

hanging the game with the CSX, Smith & Wesson just released its all-new micro-compact hammer-fired 9mm featuring an aluminum frame and boasting a 12-round capacity.

Smith & Wesson CSX Micro-9 Pistol

Smith & Wesson CSX Micro-9 Pistol — SHOT Show 2022

hanging the game with the CSX, Smith & Wesson just released its all-new micro-compact hammer-fired 9mm featuring an aluminum frame and boasting a 12-round capacity.

Smith & Wesson CSX Micro-9 Pistol

Smith & Wesson CSX Micro-9 Pistol — SHOT Show 2022

hanging the game with the CSX, Smith & Wesson just released its all-new micro-compact hammer-fired 9mm featuring an aluminum frame and boasting a 12-round capacity.

Smith & Wesson CSX Micro-9 Pistol

Smith & Wesson CSX Micro-9 Pistol — SHOT Show 2022

hanging the game with the CSX, Smith & Wesson just released its all-new micro-compact hammer-fired 9mm featuring an aluminum frame and boasting a 12-round capacity.

Savage Stance 9mm & 64 Precision .22 -- SHOT Show 2022

Savage Stance 9mm & 64 Precision .22 — SHOT Show 2022

It’s got a lot of the features shooters love in other popular micros, but it also brings some features we wish others had — including an attractive price point.

Savage Stance 9mm & 64 Precision .22 -- SHOT Show 2022

Savage Stance 9mm & 64 Precision .22 — SHOT Show 2022

It’s got a lot of the features shooters love in other popular micros, but it also brings some features we wish others had — including an attractive price point.

SmartGunz 1911 Sentry Being Field-Tested by LEOs, Will Be Available to Consumers in April – SHOT Show 2022

SmartGunz 1911 Sentry Being Field-Tested by LEOs, Will Be Available to Consumers in April – SHOT Show 2022

We got a chance to catch up with SmartGunz founder Tom Holland at SHOT Show 2022, and he shared more about his new product and his motivations for bringing it to market.