B&T APC9

B&T has their APC9 under evaluation for US Army's Sub Compact Weapon system.

http://soldiersystems.net/2019/01/22/shot-show-19-bt-entries-for-us-army-sub-compact-weapon-ota/

From: Soldier Systems Daily

SIG SL MAG & optic

SIG has been working on machineguns for military and the new gun uses 338 Norma Mag. Soldier Systems Daily did a good article on the gun. SIG also came out with a new optic that has various features integrated in to it.

http://soldiersystems.net/2019/01/23/shot-show-19-more-details-on-sigs-new-338-norma-mag-machine-gun/


From: Soldier Systems Daily

SOTech Magpul D-60 drum pouch

SOTech has pouches for Magpul D-60 drum magazine you can put on your PALS webbing. They are also planning on the latest 7.62 version drum mag, D-50

http://soldiersystems.net/2019/01/24/shot-show-19-sotech/

From: Soldier Systems Daily

POLYMER80 .45 acp Frame

Polymer80 made building a 9mm pistol possible and now they introduced another caliber version. They are expanding their offerings including lower parts kit, complete firearm, and ammunition.




From: Brownells

VLTOR Modular Buffer System

VLTOR came out with a system that allows user to change buffer weight for your ARs. Instead of buying multiple uffer weights, you can just buy this kit.



From: InRange TV

BLK LBL Bipod

This rail system has integrated bipod.



https://www.blklblbipod.com/

From: InRange TV

H&K

H&K is releasing VP9 Long Slide Kit. It will be available from their web-shop. No words on price, but it is expected to be out in the first quarter.


HK416 in 22.lr

H&K also released .22lr version of their HK416 rifle. It is really similar but there are some cosmetic differences. It is made by Umarex.


Price is around $450


From: H&K

Brownells

BRN-180 Upper Receiver

Brownells introduced a modern version of AR-180 that can be mated with an AR-15 lower.




https://www.brownells.com/aspx/search/productdetail.aspx?sid=228236&pid=122861

Pre-order is now up and the price is $799



Brownells 4x RetroCarry Handle Optic

Brownells came out with the 4x optic that were seen in the old days. The optic was sourced from the original manufacturer in Japan, but with modern production materials.




https://www.brownells.com/aspx/search/productdetail.aspx?sid=228476&pid=124965

Price is $299.99


BRN-PROTO



This rifle mimics the first few AR-15s. It also comes with 25 round magazine.


Link to the magazine: https://www.brownells.com/aspx/search/productdetail.aspx?sid=225226&pid=124968


Price: $59.99(magazine)


From: Brownells

Aimpoint ACRO P-1 Optic

Soldier Systems Daily has a quick write-up about the optic. The article mentions what kind of testing the sight went through as well.

http://soldiersystems.net/2019/01/21/firstspear-range-day-19-aimpoint-acro-p-1-optic/

InRange TV has a video regarding the optic.


ACRO seems to be well priced at $660 and has features that improves over current RMR and Delta Point Pros.

From: Soldier Systems Daily and InRange TV

SHOT Show round up 3

Aimpoint has Comp M5 which uses AA battery.



HK 433 is still in development and things may change but here is the gun itself.

SMGLee has some close up photos
https://www.instagram.com/p/BeWpqZGjzLK/


Chris Bartocci covers Beretta ARX 200, one piece bolt carrier group from LWRCi(10:20)


From: Vickers Tactical, Chris Bartocci

SHOT Show round up 2

FN SCAR-SC

This rifle is only for LE/MIL, but hopefuly there will be civilian/pistol version as well



Chris Bartocci goes over some new parts from Seekins Precision (6:04), Kalashnikov (8:40), Core Rifle Systems(16:03), PTR (17:00), and M+M Industries(18:08)




Core Rifle Systems also came out with a 9mm PCC rifle with ambi magazine release called CORE15 9mm PCC

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-core15-9mm-pcc/




Colt Night Cobra .38

Colt is getting back in to revolver game and this time it's with a .38 revolver. It is DAO(Double Action Only) with 2 inch barrel. MSRP is $899

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-new-colt-night-cobra-38/



Crimson Trace

Crimson Trace is now part of a conglomerate that holds S&W but they manufacture products for other firearms as well.

http://www.guns.com/2018/01/24/crimson-trace-hosts-new-products-at-shot/



FB Radom's BOR rifle is not ready for civilian sale, but hopefully will be

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-fb-radom-zmt-update-rifles-approved-us-import/



Franchi Momentum

Franchi is movig in to bolt rifle field

http://www.guns.com/2018/01/24/franchi-debuts-their-first-ever-bolt-action-rifle-at-shot-show-2018/




Ghost Gunner 2.0

This machine is expanding its inventory with Polymer 80 lowers and 9mm AR jigs

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-ghost-gunner-2-0-polymer-80-glock-9mm-ar-lower/


Recover Tactical is known for their grip picatinny rail extension for 1911s and Beretta 92s. This year, they came out with slide charging handles and magazine extension for Glock 43

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/24/shot-2018-recover-tactical/



Serbu

Serbu is updating their really inexpensive single shot .22 pistol to something more marketable. It will be around $100 according to the video in the article

http://www.guns.com/2018/01/24/mark-serbus-got-two-new-guns-available-soon-video/




SureFire Stiletto

This light looks like a knife. But it emits 700 lumens at price just over $100

http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/24/shot-show-18-surefire-stiletto/



ZRODelta Genesis Z9

Here is another metal Glock copy that is hitting the market. It offers more modularity than the most Glock copy frames on market

http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/25/shot-show-2018-zrodelta-genesis-z9/


From: Soldier Systems Daily, Vickers Tactical, The Firearm Blog, Chris Bartocci, Guns.com

SHOT Show round up 1

CZ USA

CZ USA is now making suppressors as well as integrated versions. You can also see the new smaller Scorpion called  Scorpion EVO III S2 Micro

http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/23/shot-show-2018-cz-usa/


Dasan Glock lower

This Glock lower was worked by Paul Kim who is more known for his works with SureFire lights. It uses simlar design as a STI 2011, where grips can be replaced easily. Dasan has been making Glock barrels and slides(through Lone Wolf Distributors) so they seem to be the chosen manufacturer.


http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/23/shot-2018-dasan-aluminum-2011-style-glock-lower/



Palmetto State Armory 9mm AK and MP5 clone

PSA came out with AK a few years ago and this year introduced AK in 9mm. It currently takes H&K MP5 magazines, but Glock magazine version is in the works. PSA also showed off their MP5 clone, although it is some time away before it hits the shelves.

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2018/01/23/shot-2018-palmetto-state-armory-9mm-ak-47-mp5-news/


SureFire X55G

SureFire came up with 1000 lumen weapon light that has green lasers as well.

http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/23/shot-show-18-surefire-x55g/



Wilcox Industries

SMGLee posted new red dot sight from the Wilcox Industries that has ballistics, laser designation as well. (and internal sights in case?)

https://www.instagram.com/p/BeTtD-xjQRB/

https://www.instagram.com/p/BeTtfXjjwHG/

Chris Bartocci covered the first day with Brownell's Retro guns, SIG pistols (2:12), Troy(8:23), Caracal (10:18), YHM(11:07) and Geissele's URG(12:37) that is actually going to be equivalent to SOPMOD Block 3.

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From: Soldier Systems Daily, The Firearm Blog, SMGLee, Chris Bartocci

Pre-show articles and videos

Today is the Media day and Chris Bartocci already has the coverage up



1:17 CMMG Guard in 9mm using Glock magazine and has bolt lock feature
7:00 Zenith Firearms rifle in 5.56
7:40 IWI TS20 shotgun


SIG Sauer has its own range day

P365 (with laser)
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/21/sig-range-day-2018-p365-laser-sneak-peek/

300URG Integrally Suppressed upper
http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/21/sig-range-day-2018-300urg-integrally-suppressed-upper/


Archon Firearms (formerly Arsenal Firearms USA) Type B (formerly know as Stryk B)

http://soldiersystems.net/2018/01/23/shot-show-industry-day-at-the-range-archon-firearms-type-b/

Welp...not this year

SHOT Show is the industry show and it is the place to be.

Unfortunately, there were some unexpected issues preventing our attendance.

So this year, the coverage will rely on other sources.

Being on the floor and actually seeing new products is definitely something to aim for, but there are times when things don't go the way you want them to go. So just need to adapt and roll with the situation.

Currently, the plan is to cover the show through here and Twitter (twitter.com/gunnewsblog)

Some SureFire 2018 lights impressions

GNB got a quick chance to see some of new products.

XC2

This is an ultra compact weapon light that improves over its predecessor XC1. One of major changes is the ability to use momentary on as well as constant on. Predecessor could only use constant on. To use constant mode, quickly tab the momentary switch. To use momentary mode, just press the tab and hold. Some people might remember Inforce APL's interface, and it feels similar.

The green laser turns on automatically along with the white light

http://www.surefire.com/illumination/weaponlights/handgun/xc2-compact-led-handgun-light-with-laser.html



EDCL1-T

This light emits 500 lumens using one CR123A battery. It uses tailcap switch that emits low light(5 lumens) when pressed slightly, and high output(500 Lumens) when fully pressed. This feature is a nice feature that makes it easy for user in non-threatening situation to quickly up the light output if things go bad.

It also has a clip that allows it to be carried with bezel up or down in your pocket.

If someone wants a light for casual use, but can be used for more dangerous situation, this should be a serious contender.

http://www.surefire.com/illumination/flashlights/edcl1-everyday-carry-tactical-led-flashlight.html



Tactician

This light has 5/800 Lumen output. Bezel can be rotated to have 800 Lumen or 5 Lumen. The tailcap switch is momentary, and can have constant on mode by twisting it.

http://www.surefire.com/illumination/flashlights/e2t-mv-tactician-led-flashlight.html



Some other info

• MASTERFIRE holsters come with screw holes compatible with Safariland mounts. Earlier productions didn't have that.
• Some light models were going to be dropped, but that has been postponed for now.
• SureFire tends to take conservative approach with adopting new batteries. But that doesn't mean they are not going to ignore them.
• Some countries have law prohibiting use of weapon lights. So wristlight was the solution that SureFire came up with.

Ritter & Stark SX-1 Modular Tactical Rifle

This was one of quiet newcomer rifle at the SHOT


From: TWANGnBANG

Walther

Walther came up with Q5 Match.  As the name suggests, it was made for match, with specially coated trigger for better pull. It can also mount various RDS on the slide.

CREED is the affordable version of their pistol line. It replaces PPX and probably better than it. The trigger might not be to everyone's taste, as the slack is a bit long, but the break is clean with slightly long reset.

Vortex

Vortex came out with Viper PST scope. This 1-6x scope is a bit more economical than their top of line RAZOR HD Gen 2. The glass is quite good and while it may not be as good as that of RAZOR HD Gen 2, the difference is not going to be that much noticeable when shooter is busy chasing targets. It's a bit longer than RAZOR HD Gen 2, but is a bit lighter as well.

AMG UH-1 is Vortex's version of holographic sight. The reticle is quite similar to EOTech's but with some space in some areas

Viper RDS is red dot sight for pistols and gives good window of view

Troy

Troy showed their updated M7A1 PDW. It is definitely an interesting carbine.

They are also showed retro rifles here.

Some more coverage from Soldier Systems Daily

http://soldiersystems.net/2017/01/18/shot-show-17-troy-defense/

Trijicon

Trijicon had several products out, none of which I was not able to take photo of.

MRO Patrol is for those who want all-in-one package. It has threading for mounting reflection reduction device or cover in front of the objective lens. The mount is a co-witness mount with one-handed quick detach.

HD XR Night sight

This is the new version of HD night sights for pistol, with thinner front sight. The front sight is thinner allowing more thins to be seen. The rear sight is the same as the HD, but for now, Trijicon is selling two as a set. Hopefully they will sell front sight by itself.

You can see the photo from Soldier Systems Daily

http://soldiersystems.net/2017/01/20/shot-show-17-trijicon/