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EOTech Adds Vudu 1-6x24mm Scope
EOTech came out with their new Vudu 1-6x24mm rifle scope at SHOT Show this year. The Vudu is a first focal plane, variable magnification rifle scope, mostly targeted to the AR-15 or similar rifle. The design captures the best features of a reflex sight, with the advantages of a variable magnification rifle scope. Though a […]
Streamlight Adds New Protac Rail Mount Lights
Streamlight was full of new products at SHOT Show again this year. Advancing their highly popular and incredibly effective lights are the new Protac Rail Mount 1 and Rail Mount 2 lights. Streamlight has been one of the most popular law enforcement light sources for years, and these new rail-mounted lights for police long guns […]
Springfield Armory’s New Compact XDs in .40 S&W
The Springfield Armory booths were packed with new offerings at SHOT Show 2016. One of the completely new firearms was the XDs chambered in .40 S&W, finishing out the XDs family that now offers single stack, concealed carry pistols in .45 ACP, 9mm, and now .40 S&W. The BlueSheepDog crew has previously reported on both […]
Ashbury Precision Ordnance RSTA-II Tripod Adapter
Though not a brand new item, the RSTA-II Tripod Adapter from Ashbury Precision Ordnance (APO) is an amazing advancement for serious precision shooters. Marketed as “a versatile field shooting platform for hunters, tactical rifle competitors and professional marksmen”, the RSTA-II could be the answer to creating a balanced shooting platform from non-traditional shooting positions. Ashbury Precision […]
Kimber K6S Review – Best New Revolver!
Kimber has established one of the best reputations in custom firearms manufacturing in the country. Kimber’s signature custom designs have centered around the venerable Model 1911 with various calibers offered. Kimber has even produced their own semi-auto pistol design in the Solo pistol. This year Kimber broke the mold and entered the revolver market, with the […]
Ruger Precision Rifle – SHOT Show Review
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? […]
New LA Police Gear Recon C1 Flashlight Review
LA Police Gear recently announced a new line of flashlights under their own label (LAPG). The Recon C1 flashlight is one of the new arrivals, and when I saw the light on their website I was really impressed by the specifications and features. Flashlight technology has exploded over the last 10-15 years, and the new Recon C1 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Magpul Expands Glock Magazine Options
Glock pistol magazine, using their high quality polymer construction that has made the Pmags worldwide favorites. Much to the excitement of Glock users, Magpul has expanded the original offering of Glock magazines to now include 15, 21, and 27-round capacity magazines. Glock still provides the majority of law enforcement handguns in America, and the addition […]
Gerber StrongArm Fixed Blade Knife – First Look
Gerber Gear was ready for the SHOT Show with several new knives and tools this year, and the first to catch my eye was the StrongArm fixed blade knife. I have come to appreciate the quality craftsmanship and functionality of Gerber knives and tools over the years and this year was no different. For that […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
New Nightforce SHV 4-14×50 F1 Rifle Scope
This year at SHOT Show Nightforce announced the new SHV 4-14×50 F1 rifle scope. The SHV stands for Shooter, Hunter, and Varminter, and this is a first focal plane scope. Nightforce is one of the most respected rifle optics companies in the world. They may not have the tenure of Leupold, Schmidt & Bender, Swarovski, […]
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 […]
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. […]
Revision LazrBloc Protective Lens
Revision announced a new protective lens that is designed to protect officers from lasers in addition to providing ballistic protection. The new LazrBloc GF-8 Laser Protective Ballistic Lens blocks 99.9% of green laser energy and more than 99% of the most powerful near-infrared component of commercial green lasers. The protective component is a dye that […]