Heckler and Koch’s most popular handgun has been the VP9. This year, they’ve made noteworthy updates to keep this gun current with shooters’ expectations. True Pearce spent some time with the new VP9 at the range at SHOT Show 2020.
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Kimber’s Hot Rapide 1911, Triari Micro 9, & K6S DASA Combat Revolver – SHOT Show 2020
Updated: February 6, 2020Kimber, known for quality 1911’s, has applied their creative eye to the new Rapide Black Ice. They also updated the Micro 9 and added a 4″ barrel to their K6S DASA revolver. True Pearce takes a closer look at these handguns in this video.
SIG: Optics Come Standard On P365XL ROMEO ZERO – SHOT Show 2020
Updated: February 5, 2020SIG’s new plan is to make all their pistols compatible with optics. The P365XL ROMEOZERO is one of the first to also come with an optic pre-mounted. It ships with the new ROMEOZERO red dot. True Pearce talked with Phil Strader, the product line manager, at SIG’s range day at SHOT Show 2020.
Heavy-Gauge Protection, Light Price: Liberty’s New Gun Cabinets – SHOT Show 2020
Updated: February 5, 2020Liberty is well-known for their gun safes, which offer theft protection as well as fire protection. The thing is, safes aren’t the right choice for everyone. Maybe you move house frequently, or maybe safes are beyond your price range. Liberty’s new heavy-gauge gun cabinets may be the right choice.
Browning’s Limited Edition Buck Mark Plus Vision in .22 LR – SHOT Show 2020
Updated: February 5, 2020Since 1985, Browning’s Buck Mark .22 LR pistols have been produced continuously with upgrades coming along frequently. This year’s iterations vary from compact carry guns to optics-ready competition models. The most striking variants, however, are the Buck Mark Plus Vision series, in Blue, Black, or Red. These pistols are listed as SHOT Show specials, so they will be produced in limited quantities.
Ideal For Every Shooter: Smith & Wesson’s M&P9 Shield EZ – SHOT Show 2020
Updated: February 5, 2020Smith & Wesson have done well selling their M&P 380 Shield EZ. Now they have answered the demand and introduced the easy to use M&P9 Shield EZ in 9mm. True Pearce, who owns the .380 version, spoke with Sith & Wesson at SHOT Show 2020.
The US Army’s New SMG: APC9
Updated: February 4, 2020B+T’s APC9 K Pro is a Swiss-made submachine gun that recently won a contract with the US Army. As a replacement for the MP5, it’s a mighty good package.
IWI’s Masada Pistol – SHOT Show 2020
Updated: February 4, 2020Israeli Weapons Industries has finally released their new full-sized striker-fired handgun. The 9mm Masada, named for a mountain fortress overlooking the Dead Sea, may be IWI’s first foray into striker-fired pistols, but you’ll recognize the feel of an IWI gun right away, and it won’t require a mortgage to purchase.
Swarovski’s Z5i Scope: Light & Bright – SHOT Show 2020
Updated: February 4, 2020If you’ve looked at optics very much, you know that one of the top manufacturers is Swarovski Optik. They are known for extreme clarity and low-light visibility. Swaro has just released a new rifle scope that brings these recognized qualities at a price point that is lower than you’d think. True Pearce took a close look at the new Z5i at SHOT Show 2020.
Walther’s Piston Pistol: The CCP M2 .380 – SHOT Show 2020
Updated: February 3, 2020Walther has added a new gun to their CCP line, the CCP M2 in .380. The CCP, or concealed carry pistol, is Walther’s foremost carry gun and it touts an easy racking slide and reduced recoil. True Pearce spoke with Walther’s rep at the range during SHOT Show 2020 for the full details and to shoot it.