New at the NRA 2017 Annual Meeting is the DoubleStar ARC 300, which stands for “Always Ready Carbine.” The 300 BLK carbine is based on the 5.56mm Always Ready Carbine and features an extremely light weight of 6.7 pounds.
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An Ultralight Sledgehammer: The DoubleStar ARC 300 – NRA 2017
Published: April 29, 2017 { 9 comments }
Heckler & Kock VP9SK: Subcompact Goodness – NRA 2017
Published: April 29, 2017 { 0 comments }We saw the Heckler & Kock VP9SK at NRA 2017. If you’re a fan of HK, then I don’t need to tell you anything else. If you’re not into HK, no worries, move along, nothing to see here…
Kimber Micro & Micro 9: Carrying Concealed Never Looked So Good – NRA 2017
Published: April 28, 2017 { 20 comments }Kimber‘s Micro and Micro 9 pistols are flying off the shelves. They’re a hit! I think that’s for two reasons, well, three, actually. First, they meet the standard that all concealed carry guns must meet. That is, they’re actually comfortable to carry. As Paul Helsinki always tells people, “Buy the gun that you will actually [...]
The Drool-Inducing Fox A Grade Shotgun – NRA 2017
Published: April 28, 2017 { 14 comments }The Fox A Grade side-by-side shotgun is a real sight to behold.
Stevens 301 Single-Shot, Break-Action Shotgun: $173 – NRA 2017
Published: April 28, 2017 { 14 comments }Stevens unveiled their single-shot, break-action shotgun, the Stevens 301, at NRA 2017.
Springfield’s All-New XD-E – First Look!
Published: April 28, 2017 { 49 comments }The XD-E is a gun you have to shoot to believe. I generally don’t prefer DA/SA guns, but this one runs like a scalded cat.
U.S. Military Branches Exploring New Cartridge Options
Published: April 26, 2017 { 59 comments }SOCOM is looking for a new mid-to-long-range round for snipers. At the same time the Army is looking at ways to improve the range of front-line troops.
Brink’s Chooses New FN 509 for Its Armed Security Guards
Published: April 26, 2017 { 5 comments }The all-new FN 509 has been chosen by Brink’s, Incorporated, to be the sidearm for its armed security personnel.
ATF Reverses Stance! SB Tactical Gets Green Light to Shoot Braces from Shoulder
Published: April 25, 2017 { 39 comments }Big new for SB Tactical. The ATF has reversed its decision on shouldering stabilizing braces. Users can now shoulder them without running afoul of the NFA.
NRA Disinvites USCCA from Annual Meetings and Exhibits
Published: April 25, 2017 { 63 comments }Last week, the National Rifle Association disinvited the United States Concealed Carry Association from the 2017 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits.