When Ruger first announced their new Precision Rifle, I posted an article featuring the incredible upgrades offered at such a reasonable price. However, at the time I had been unable to fire the RPR, so all of the accolades and positive features were just window dressing for the real question - how does it shoot? Well, Ruger must have heard my frustrations, as they offered … [Read more...]
Desert Tech MDR – First Look!
As requested we have a first look at Desert Tech's new MDR bull-pup rifles from SHOT Show. The MDR (Micro Dynamic Rifle) once again proves the engineering mastery of Desert Tech designers, and now offers fans of the company a more tactical bull-pup rifle in (2) very popular calibers, with more in the plans for the future. The MDR is fully staged to make a huge run on the "black … [Read more...]
New Vortex 15-60x52mm Golden Eagle HD Scope
In just over 13 years Vortex Optics has risen from a small sporting goods company in Wisconsin, to a well very respected optics manufacturer. This year at SHOT Show Vortex announced the addition of the Golden Eagle HD 15-60x52mm rifle scope. The Golden Eagle has been specifically designed to deliver accuracy and clarity for long distance shooting. Though many urban or even … [Read more...]
First Look: SIG SAUER P227 Equinox
Sig Sauer added another P227 .45 ACP option this year at SHOT Show. Called the Equinox, this new P227 comes with a 2-tone slide with a nickel/pewter appearance. The Equinox also comes with a polished trigger, hammer, and control levers for those who like their handguns to be more expressive. The combination of the 2-tone slide and polished controls provides a nice contrast for … [Read more...]
Beretta’s New PX4 Storm Compact Carry Pistol
UPDATE: January 20, 2017 - PX4 Storm Compact Carry is shipping! Check out our new post on the PX4 Storm Compact Carry from SHOT Show 2017. Beretta has been in the news a lot lately, especially with the U.S. Military's RFP for a new Modular Handgun System (MHS) in full swing. However, Beretta has been working on the other side of business and has released the new PX4 Storm … [Read more...]
New Troy M5 9mm Rifle – First Look
Troy announced the arrival of their M5 9mm Rifle at SHOT Show this year. The M5 is a combination of the highly popular AR-15 platform, and the incredibly popular and versatile 9mm cartridge. In fact, the 9mm has seen such impressive improvements in design and terminal characteristics that many police agencies, including the FBI, are moving back to this time-honored … [Read more...]
Kahr Arms Gen 2 P9 Pistol
At SHOT Show this year, Kahr Arms announced the addition of the Gen 2 P9 and P45 pistols. Both pistols add features enhancing trigger pull and sighting, while including all of the "Premium" features of the top line Kahr pistols. I think the Gen 2 P9 pistol (KP90R93) improves on the Gen 1, and should do well in the civilian and concealed carry markets. Kahr Arms is really a … [Read more...]
CRKT Tighe Tac Two Knife: Tanto & Clip Point Blades for Serious Use
Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) displayed its brand new Tighe Tac Two knife at SHOT Show. The company offers it in two blade configurations: the Tanto and the Clip Point. I just had to lay my hands on one. If you've read here before you know I really enjoy CRKT knives, and own several different models including the Foresight, M16 and the CRKT Eat'N Tool review. The … [Read more...]
New Tru-Spec Urban Force TRU Clothing
Tru-Spec has offered some outstanding clothing for law enforcement, security, EMS, and military users and this year at SHOT Show they are introducing new items in their Urban Force TRU line. The Urban Force TRU line is targeted towards professionals who need clothing to meet the demanding environments and activities they face while in the line of duty. However, the Urban Force … [Read more...]
Glock MOS Expands to G17 and G19!
Last year Glock announced the introduction of their Modular Optic System (MOS) pistols. At the time, the only Glock pistols included in this very nice configuration were the long slide models - 34, 35, 40, and 41. At this year's SHOT Show Glock is expanding the MOS line with the Glock 17 and Glock 19 MOS options. This is a game changer for Glock as they introduce vastly more … [Read more...]