SHOT Show Archives

This year was the first time March Optics has attended SHOT Show, and it’s the first time I’ve heard of them.

Case knives are the epitome of a classic folding knife and chances are that your grandpa had one. They have also had EDC styles for many years, but for 2024 the new Bridgeline series is applying the classic forms to the modern functions.

The Fisher HR is an innovative take on Umarex’s proven and successful AirJavelin platform, known for its air launching mechanism.

Black Collar Arms is gearing up to introduce a new product to the firearms community – a sleek, skeletonized chassis that, interestingly, hasn’t been christened with a name just yet.

The Lever Action Supreme boasts unique features that set it apart from its predecessors while also making it similar to its modern sporting relatives.

A major trend at SHOT Show this year is 2011 competition-style 9mm pistols, but Beretta’s new 92XI Squalo joins the 9mm race gun pack as a distinctly non-1911 option.

Speaking to Tim from Stealth Arms, he gave me the lowdown on the company’s latest offerings for the Platypus this upcoming year.

I just interviewed Tony from MK Machining at SHOT Show. I asked him about their latest creation, the Vortex Impact 4000 anti-reflective device or ARD.

Recently, Christensen Arms introduced its latest addition to the MPR lineup, the MPR rimfire. I caught up with Ryan Warner, a representative for Christensen Arms, to get the lowdown on what makes this new 22LR rifle stand out.

Precision rifle sports enthusiasts, pay attention! Hornady has introduced their new compact HIT Target Impact Indicator and it’s making waves in the shooting community.

It truly provides the fastest way to shoot and change magnification. By simply pressing a button, an electronic motor can zoom in or out on the scope all while you maintain the same forward grip.

The Python is a 357 Magnum, known for its double-action capability. Available in 4.25” and 6” barrel lengths, this revolver features a target adjustable rear sight and a user-replaceable front sight.

Stopping by the LWRCI booth at the SHOT Show 2024 range day, I noticed they just announced the launch of the new IC-9 in three models, the IC-9 16’ Carbine, IC-9 8.5 SBR and IC-9 8.5 Pistol.

HuxWrx released 4 new suppressors at SHOT Show 2024, including the Flow 22, Flow 6K, Ventum 556, and Ventum 12K.

The Daniel H9, from Daniel Defense, is a striker-fired handgun that has a low bore axis for increased recoil control.

We’ve been shooting pistols with polymer frames for decades, but AR-15s with polymer lowers, for no apparent reason, remain suspect as low-quality.

The stock telescopes and folds for transport. Even though the stock is folded, the weapon will still fire. The stock provides a solid cheek weld with enough drop that the included iron sights line up well.

Franklin Armory showcases their newest binary trigger designed specifically for the Stribog SP9, the BFSIII SP-S1 which caters to both the A1 and A3 models.

Sim-X launches RangeCore, a lightweight and lead-free range ammunition, at SHOT Show 2024 and also reminds us of their DefenseCore line of ammunition.

Speaking to the Bushmaster representative, he said “This brings back that classic vibe of the M-16 look. It’s not an M-16, but that look is here, and people really resonate with it when they roll off the booth.”

Both rifles, while featuring the same action, offer distinct styles. The Areo model boasts modern furniture, including an adjustable cheek comb and a full rail for accessories.

What truly sets the GSG9 apart, though, is its price point. Retailing at $799, Jamie points out that it’s about $400 cheaper than its closest competitors, offering significant savings.

The thermal fitting process contributes to bolt-like accuracy, achieving sub MOA in the 10.3 model and a remarkable half MOA in the 16-inch rifles.

The Archon Gen 2, Type B has a patented AF Speed Lock mechanism that is designed to keep the barrel from tilting during the cycle, ensuring only rearward and backward movements.

Designed with the range in mind, the P322-COMP brings a host of features aimed at enhancing the shooting experience.

The 8.6BLK Selous Machined Expander projectiles made by Discreet Ballistics, a company in Wyoming. These bullets are CNC machined from solid copper and are designed to expand between 1050 and 750 FPS.

Beretta’s latest innovation for the 92 line is the 92 GTS and it has a significantly different trigger system.

For those of us who are fewer than 100 years old, Diamondback Firearms has launched a Tommy Gun-styled PCC, and it’s kinda hot.

In a recent conversation, Drew from FosTech, Inc. provided insights into their latest creation – a drum magazine designed for the 50-caliber Barrett M107 and 82A1.