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From Cold Steel
Cold Steel, manufacturer and innovator of purpose-built knives and blade tools for everyday carry, tactical, and hunting applications, is excited to announce availability of the new Slock Master Hunter folding lockback. Inspired by noted alternative weapon hunter Tim Wells, the Slock Master Hunter is based on Cold Steel’s popular Double Safe Hunter folding knife.
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From Hawke Optics
Hawke® Optics, a world leader in high quality sporting optics with outstanding performance and value, is proud to introduce two new models to the popular Vantage line of riflescopes. The Vantage 4-12×40 with 30/30 Duplex reticle and the Vantage 4-12×50 with 30/30 Duplex reticle are perfect for hunting and recreational shooting. These new models continue the legacy of the Vantage line, offering great features and extreme clarity at very affordable prices.
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Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select Market: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, has announced that it plans to divest its Thompson/Center Arms brand. This decision is part of the Company’s broader strategic plan that will focus on its core Smith & Wesson brands.
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Cold Steel, manufacturer and innovator of purpose-built knives and blade tools for everyday carry, tactical, and hunting applications, announces the release of the Natchez Bowie in 3V. An elegant blade directly inspired from the infamous 19th century “Under-The-Hill” landing below the Natchez Bluffs, the Natchez Bowie in 3V hearkens to the America’s rough-and-tumble days and to its namesake frontier fighter.
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One size does not fit all when it comes to mounting a red-dot or reflex optic on a pistol. Bases on aftermarket units are not necessarily identical—so-called footprints—and the pattern milled into the slide of guns made to accept them varies by manufacturer, sometimes model. Adapters and plates remedy the conflict, but the number of incorrect combinations is dizzying. I contacted the experts and firearm and optics companies and asked for some tips to make sure the optic fits on your pistol.
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I caught up with Matt Rice, senior public relations manager of Bushnell recently, and asked him about mounting Bushnells on pistols. More importantly, we addressed the confusion over all the different footprints available.
GJS—In your experience does the footprint/adapter/slide cut situation seem slightly confusing to enthusiasts trying to mount an?
MR—Overall, I think the process of selecting, mounting and sighting in a red dot for most firearms owners is a fairly easy task. For those new gun owners or first-time users the process might seem a little more challenging. At Bushnell, we try to make the process as simplified as possible by providing you with the tools and instructions you’ll need when you buy the optics plus providing additional support through our website, Customer Service center and social media channels.
GJS—Do your optics come with adapters for mounting to most or all major handgun slides cut for mounting a red-dot or reflex sight?
MR—Depending on the type of red dot that you purchase, the associated mounting plate, adapter or riser is included with the optic. When specifically talking red dots that mount via a pistol slide cut versus a picatinny or weaver-style rail, our newest models, the RXS-100 and RXS-250 are configured on the Delta Point Pro footprint. This means that they will only be compatible with pistol manufacturers that offer that mounting plate. As pistol mounted red dots have grown in popularity, a large majority of firearms manufacturers now offer models that are shipped with multiple mounting plates (like the S&W M&P C.O.R.E). This essentially make the pistol optics ready, allowing the owner to correlate the right mounting plate with the red dot footprint(s) they own. We (Bushnell) typically always include an additional mounting method such as a riser that will allow the red dot to go on a pistol or rifle with accessory rails so you have multiple options for use.
GJS—Can you tell me how many adapters/plates that is, or slide profiles (and you may have them as accessories I just overlooked on the website. If so I apologize.)?
MR—At the current time, all of our pistol mountable red dots utilize the Delta Point Pro footprint or can be attached to the firearm through the use of a Weaver low-rise mount.
GJS—Any reason you don’t mill the optic with integral footprints/bases that just go into each of the manufacturer’s preferred cuts in the slide (yeah, that would be stupid expensive and tough on inventory, but I’m looking for a quote, sorry)?
MR—Essentially what has happened is the reverse. Footprints are largely set on the design specifications of the red dot. So, firearms manufactures, wanting to make their pistols compatible with the largest number of optics, offer mounting plates that fit into the precut slide. This provides a firm attachment point for the red dot, helping it stay secured under recoil and in several cases being able to co-witness with the pistols standard sights.
GJS—What are the most popular mounts/slide cuts out there?
MR—Popularity has changed over the years. Currently, there has been a growing interest in the micro red dots for smaller, compact pistols. But overall, I would say the offerings lean towards Docter, C-more, RMR, Jpoint, and Delta Point Pro in no particular order.
[You can read comments from other experts in the field here.]
—Guy J. Sagi has crafted the words and images that capture the spirit of the outdoor sports and beauty that surrounds them for magazines, websites and marketing materials for more than three decades.
From SIG SAUER
SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to announce the MODX-45 Pistol Suppressor is now available and shipping. The MODX-45 is the extension of the SIG SAUER MODX line of pistol suppressors made of titanium baffles, for the ultimate in lightweight strength and performance that allows the user to personalize their suppressor for overall length, weight, and sound.
The SIG SAUER MODX-45 Suppressor is comprised of seven, 3D-printed titanium baffles and an encapsulator with 21-points of impact adjustment. The length is adjustable from 3.25 inches to 9.25 inches, the weight is adjustable from 5 ounces to 9 ounces, and the sound is adjustable from 133dB to 149dB. The suppressor is easily user-configurable and comes with two pistons, disassembly tools, .578×28 and M16x1LH pistons, and a fixed-barrel spacer and includes the most popular imperial and metric position for its given caliber.
MODX-45 Suppressor Specs:
Overall Weight: 8.75oz.
Overall Length: 9.25in.
Overall Width: 1.35in.
dB Average: 133dB
Caliber: .45
Finish: Black DLC
Baffle Material: Titanium
Mount: .578×28 and M16x1xLH Pistons
The SIG SAUER MODX-45 Suppressor is now shipping and available for purchase at retail stores. For more information about the SIG SAUER MODX-45 Suppressor, the previously released MODX-9 Pistol Suppressor, or the full line of SIG SAUER Suppressors visit sigsauer.com.
From Luth-AR
When it comes to a performance trigger in an AR platform you have two choices, find a qualified gunsmith and pay them to perform a custom trigger job from stock trigger parts, or simply drop-in a Luth-AR MTA™ trigger ready to go. The MTA™ housing is made from 6061 Hardcoat Anodized Aluminum. The internals are precision cut from EDM process using A2 tool steel and heat treated to 40-45 HRC, and utilize SST bushings and springs resulting in a crisp 3 1/2 lb trigger break.
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Note: Length of trigger may interfere with certain after market trigger guards.
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Galco has a long history of making custom holsters that are pieces of functional art. From the very founding of Galco – as the Famous Jackass Leather Company – we’ve always offered custom services. A big emphasis in Galco’s present-day custom shop is the Exotic Concealable™, crafted from the finest exotic skins like alligator, horsehide, ostrich, stingray and shark.
Offering a unique and exquisite combination of form and function, the Exotic Concealable features optimum design and finest-quality construction, with smooth, premium horsehide lining and an edge finished like glass.
One of Galco’s most recognizable and innovative belt holster designs, the Concealable uses unique two-piece construction that’s contoured on the body side to the natural curve of the hip. This keeps all the molding on the front of the holster, allowing for significantly more comfortable carry and a narrower profile than an ordinary pancake type holster.
Made for hundreds of semiautomatic pistols and double-action revolvers, the Exotic Concealable is available in right or left hand designs. We also offer matching exotic magazine carriers and holster belts in 1¼” and 1½” widths.
Galco’s exotic holsters and accessories are made to order by the master craftsmen of our custom shop. Whether it’s for a special “BBQ gun” or an everyday carry piece, Galco’s Exotic Concealable holsters provide practical utility, pride of ownership, and unsurpassed beauty!
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From Bond Arms
Bond Arms builds the smallest, most powerful personal protection pistols in the industry. Every day people trust their lives and security to these modern derringers for personal defense. At home, some folks hang up their holster in favor of a shotgun or carbine for protection. However, a compact yet powerful pistol is often the best choice for a home defense weapon (HDW). Here are five reasons for choosing a Bond Arms pistol for home security.
Consider this; the best home defense weapon is the one you have with you. Using a CCW for home defense means it’s with you wherever you go. A concealed weapon is less likely to escalate a situation than a shotgun or rifle in a confrontation at home, yet it is ready in a split-second should things intensify. Whether you’re in the house, garage or yard, a compact pistol deploys quickly and is always at your side.
Training with a single weapon system for personal and home defense ensures proficiency under both extreme stress situations. Bond Arms derringers’ break-action design is easy to load, shoot, and reload and doesn’t jam like the more complicated semi-auto and pump-action firearms. When the bad guy kicks down your door, rest assured knowing a Bond Arms pistol will fire when you pull the trigger.
All firearms in the Bond Arms family are small and agile—a vital consideration for moving within a house’s close confines. Long-guns, on the other hand, are cumbersome and can disclose an occupant’s position. Despite their short barrels, Bond Arms pistols are accurate and deliver precise shots at home defense distances.
Pistol cartridges are less prone to over-penetration within the home and are superior to rifle cartridges in most cases. Another safety consideration is firearm retention during a struggle. Criminals can quickly overtake a homeowner wielding an awkward long-barreled gun but retaining a pistol and using it a point-blank range turns the tables on the aggressor.
Bond Arms chambers barrels in powerful cartridges including 10mm, .45ACP, .357 Mag, 9mm Luger, .45LC/410 bore shells and many more. Ammo makers load an assortment of self-defense projectiles for these cartridges. So, whether loaded with hollow-point bullets or buckshot, impacts from a pistol-length barrel are equally devastating as from their long-barreled cousins from across the room.