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Federal's .224 Valkyrie Storms the Market & Savage's 224 MSR-15 - SHOT Show 2018

Federal’s .224 Valkyrie Storms the Market & Savage’s 224 MSR-15 – SHOT Show 2018

If you haven’t heard about the newest Federal premium round, you may be living under a rock. Released in December of 2017, the .224 Valkeryie is slowly gaining traction with long-range precision shooters. The cartridge is based on an .30 Remington/6.8 SPC case. The cartridge will work in your typical bolt-action rifle but it will also work in an AR.

Next Level Polymer Handguards Keeps AR Cool to the Touch - SHOT Show 2018

Next Level Polymer Handguards Keeps AR Cool to the Touch – SHOT Show 2018

Don’t want to burn your hands on a hot AR? Check out these new handguards from Ascendance International.

Nine Line Apparel: Threads With Attitude - SHOT Show 2018

Nine Line Apparel: Threads With Attitude – SHOT Show 2018

Nine Line Apparel is a pro-Military, pro-2A company. They make bitchin threads.

Hands on with SIG's P365 Micro High-Capacity 9mm – SHOT Show 2018

Hands on with SIG’s P365 Micro High-Capacity 9mm – SHOT Show 2018

The P365 is a hybrid subcompact that fits inside a single-stack package that holds an industry-leading 10+1 capacity of 9mm Luger.

Lithgow Arms LA105 Woomera in 6.5 Creedmoor & .308 – SHOT 2018

Lithgow Arms LA105 Woomera in 6.5 Creedmoor & .308 – SHOT 2018

Building on the success of the Lithgow LA101 and LA102 rifles, Legacy Sports International is now offering the Lithgow LA105 Woomera rifle. The Lithgow LA105 mates a match grade barreled upper receiver from Lithgow Arms of Australia to a Kinetic Research Group chassis. The Lithgow LA105 features a 20 MOA Picatinny rail and muzzle brake. The rifle has a 24-inch heavy profile barrel and is offered in .308 Winchester and 6.5 Creedmoor.

Clay Shoots IWI Shotgun TS-12 16-Round Bullpup 12 Gauge – SHOT Show 2018

Clay Shoots IWI Shotgun TS-12 16-Round Bullpup 12 Gauge – SHOT Show 2018

Yes, you read that correctly. IWI, a long time leader in bullpup design, now has a shotgun in the lineup and we spent time with it on the range. Given the history of the Tavor family of weapons, it should come as no surprise that the Tavor TS-12 is also a bullpup. The standard 18-inch barrel gives an overall length of 28-ish inches, keeping everything just above board for legal purposes.

Sig Sauer 1911 TACOPS in 10mm – SHOT Show 2017

Sig Sauer 1911 TACOPS in 10mm – SHOT Show 2017

To learn more, visit . To purchase on GunsAmerica.com, click this link: . Overview I was a guest of Sig Sauer at the company’s “Range Day 2017” and there were lots of great new guns and gear to be found ready to shoot. I went through all the newest and hyped guns that you can [...]

MasterPiece Arms Giving the CZ 455 the Treatment with BA Chassis

MasterPiece Arms Giving the CZ 455 the Treatment with BA Chassis

This is a great move for MasterPiece Arms and win for CZ. Together shooters can build a low-cost, high-precision rimfire rifle with a solid feature set.

Otis Defender Series Cleaning Kit – SHOT Show 2017

Otis Defender Series Cleaning Kit – SHOT Show 2017

I am always on the lookout for handy gear to help me maintain my guns, so I decided to swing by the Otis Technology booth at SHOW Show 2017. Otis Technology is a family-owned and -operated company that has invested in research and development for serious-use customers.

Bresser Equalizer Gun-Mounted Laser Rangefinder & More – SHOT Show 2017

Bresser Equalizer Gun-Mounted Laser Rangefinder & More – SHOT Show 2017

The holy grail for precision shooting is being able to quickly gauge the distance to your target and take the shot. To that end, Bresser’s new rifle-mounted Equalizer laser rangefinder provides the accurate measurements you need without having to deal with an often-cumbersome separate piece of kit not on your gun.

Nikon Rangefinder, Riflescopes & More – SHOT Show 2017

Nikon Rangefinder, Riflescopes & More – SHOT Show 2017

We always like to stop by the Nikon booth at SHOT Show to see what new gear they have for the year. Nikon is renowned for making great products at good prices, so we were interested to see what was on offer for the year.

Mega-Capacity Shotgun Systems & New Gear from X Rail – SHOT Show 2017

Mega-Capacity Shotgun Systems & New Gear from X Rail – SHOT Show 2017

The X Rail crew are some old friends, and I was happy to catch up with them at SHOT Show. The original X Rail changed the way people thought about shotguns for competitive ventures, and the became the go-to, must-have shotgun add-on for open class shooters. Essentially a rotating drum magazine that goes on the end of your shotgun, it upped capacity to 22+1 with 2¾-inch shells. Mark told me he also made a special run of 3½-inch shell models for the local goose hunting crowd.

New Leupold Affordable Thermal Tracker & More! – SHOT Show 2017

New Leupold Affordable Thermal Tracker & More! – SHOT Show 2017

Exciting stuff in the world of optics, and Leupold was on point, as usual, this year. Two new releases we saw are sure to resonate with consumers this year.

Lone Wolf Distributors: Customize Your S&W Shield! - SHOT Show 2017

Lone Wolf Distributors: Customize Your S&W Shield! – SHOT Show 2017

Lone Wolf is best known for the non-Glock, Glock. They have long been the go-to source for parts and new and innovative custom iterations on the iconic pistol all at more than fair prices.

Franklin Armory: Cali Compliant AR Mag, Binary Firing System III - SHOT Show 2017

Franklin Armory: Cali Compliant AR Mag, Binary Firing System III – SHOT Show 2017

This easily converts any AR into a 10-round, fixed magazine design with NO permanent alterations required!

New EAA Witness Polymer Match Pistol – SHOT Show 2017

New EAA Witness Polymer Match Pistol – SHOT Show 2017

Everything you like about the EAA Witness can now be had in a polymer frame with the P Match series. Think of it as your race gun, on a diet. This is a perfect carry option or competition pistol if you are already a fan of the CZ-75 stylings of the Witness family, but need something a little lighter.

X Products Can Cannon Launcher Upper for .308 ARs – SHOT Show 2017

X Products Can Cannon Launcher Upper for .308 ARs – SHOT Show 2017

This year the 2017 Shotshow they introduced their latest version of the Can Cannon in the XAC-CAN308. It is designed to attach to 7.62 AR rifles and uses .308 blanks. The fact of the matter is the .223 just had some limitations in terms of its ability to launch heavier items and to achieve greater distances. With the additional pressure provided by the .308 blanks they have a complete new line of accessories that adds a level of fun and functionality to the concept.

Lyman: 50th Edition Reloading Handbook, Remote-Controlled Target Stand - SHOT Show 2017

Lyman: 50th Edition Reloading Handbook, Remote-Controlled Target Stand – SHOT Show 2017

Lyman unveiled their 50th Edition reloading handbook, bleacher blocks, and an advanced target system at SHOT Show 2017. Check em out.

Mega Arms Compact Frame .308 AR - SHOT Show 2017

Mega Arms Compact Frame .308 AR – SHOT Show 2017

Make sure to visit the for more information. Overview Mega Arms teased us with a small frame .308 last year known as the SF-Maten .308. This year they promise it is coming to a store near you. What is the big deal with a small frame? The weight man, the weight! This .308 rifle with 16-inch [...]

Interarms Hungarian Underfolding AK47s - SHOT Show 2017

Interarms Hungarian Underfolding AK47s – SHOT Show 2017

For more information, visit the . Overview High Standard/Interarms/ATM has been in the Kalashnikov game for about 20 years and they certainly know their stuff. Currently, they are building on the Hungarian-pattern AKs, though they have used many others in the past. It’s great to see a company like this keeping up the QC on [...]

Brigand Blade: The Lightest AR Handguard in the World! - SHOT Show 2017

Brigand Blade: The Lightest AR Handguard in the World! – SHOT Show 2017

Meet the lightest AR handguard on the market. The Blade from Brigand Arms.

Iver Johnson Arms: 4-Barrel .22 LR Derringer, Semi-Auto Pistol-Grip Shotgun - SHOT Show 2017

Iver Johnson Arms: 4-Barrel .22 LR Derringer, Semi-Auto Pistol-Grip Shotgun – SHOT Show 2017

Iver Johnson had some very unique pieces on display at SHOT Show 2017.

New Magnum Research Pistols – SHOT Show 2017

New Magnum Research Pistols – SHOT Show 2017

Magnum Research is well known for its big and powerful Desert Eagle pistols, but it has been taking a slightly different tack with new variants they were showing at SHOT Show 2017. While they are still big and powerful, Magnum Research has worked to make them lighter and more portable. Take a look at some of the interesting new offerings on show at SHOT Show 2017.

Savage Launching B-Series Bolt-Action Rifles – SHOT Show 2017

Savage Launching B-Series Bolt-Action Rifles – SHOT Show 2017

The B-Series uses the same magazines as the A-Series and includes rifles chambered for .22 Long Rifle, .22 Magnum and .17 Hornady Rimfire Magnum.

Trijicon's New AccuPower Scope Delivering 1-8x Magnification – SHOT Show 2017

Trijicon’s New AccuPower Scope Delivering 1-8x Magnification – SHOT Show 2017

With a 34mm tube and a 28mm objective lens, Trijicon’s new scope is plenty bright. It’s as suited for tactical guns as it is on hunting rifles.

SIG SAUER RIMFIRE SILENCER: THE SRD22X – SHOT SHOW 2017

SIG SAUER RIMFIRE SILENCER: THE SRD22X – SHOT SHOW 2017

SIG seems like they are poised to try and take over the world right now, and from the new products I have seen this year that wouldn’t be a bad thing. No surprise then when we saw the new SRD22X rimfire silencer and were told it is the quietest one on the market.

Talley Detachable Picatinny Scope Rings – SHOT Show 2017

Talley Detachable Picatinny Scope Rings – SHOT Show 2017

Talley Manufacturing’s detachable rings allow shooters to remove and replace an optic without having to worry about a shift in zero.

A Modern Lever-Action Scattergun? The Adler Arms A 110 – SHOT Show 2017

A Modern Lever-Action Scattergun? The Adler Arms A 110 – SHOT Show 2017

Sometimes you just must stop and go, “Have I seen everything?” As I got a chance to look at Adler Arms at SHOT Show 2017, I realized that they were not another me-too company. They had shotguns for hunting, sporting and tactical purposes. This included various schemes of Cerakote, wood and all manner of bolt-on products and accessories. You could pick any length barrel you wanted from 10 to to 28 inches., Oh, and they are all lever actions.

Bullpup Your Pump Gun? Bullpup Unlimited – SHOT Show 2017

Bullpup Your Pump Gun? Bullpup Unlimited – SHOT Show 2017

The bullpup shotgun is one of the hot new guns being introduced by several companies. The reasons are simple and straightforward; they take a hard-hitting gun, reduce the size, all the while increasing maneuverability without giving up reliability or firepower. However, these new generation of shotguns are not inexpensive and most of us already own a pump action shotgun.

New TruGlo Tritium/Fiber Optic Sights & Red Dot – SHOT Show 2017

New TruGlo Tritium/Fiber Optic Sights & Red Dot – SHOT Show 2017

TruGlo is best known for created the original TFO day/night sight, by combining tritium with fiber optic in one sight. For 2017 they have introduced several new great products.