Stoeger Industries has rolled out another variant of its flagship STR-9 series, the new STR-9 Combat X, a 9mm striker-fired polymer frame handgun based on the original STR-9 design. The new Combat X comes finished in a smoked-bronze Cerakote finish and includes ambidextrous slide release controls and a threaded barrel. There is also an optics-ready slide from the factory. In ...

The Huxwrx Safety Company has recently unveiled its first fully additive manufactured/3D-printed pistol silencer, made from Grade 5 titanium. The new Flow 9k Ti is a 9mm suppressor with a nominal diameter of .35 caliber and optimized for use in PCCs (pistol caliber carbines) and handguns. As such, it can also handle other calibers beyond 9mm including .22LR, 5.7x28mm and ...

One of life’s harsh realities is that when we grow older, performing those simple tasks we once took for granted becomes more of a challenge. Just when you have it all figured out, one by one, the various parts of your body no longer want to cooperate like they once did. While shooting a pistol does not require the athleticism ...

National Rifle Association (NRA) Executive Vice President and CEO Doug Hamlin was honored recently by Sellmark with its prestigious Sellmark Heritage Award, which recognizes individuals who have made a “lasting impact in conservation, hunting, shooting sports and the preservation of outdoor traditions.” Hamlin accepted the award at the Sellmark headquarters in Mansfield, TX, from CEO and founder James Sellers. “It’s ...

Those who have been blissfully asleep since the beginning of 2024 might not remember the introduction of the Echelon 4.5F. That full-size 9 mm from Springfield Armory was a big hit, but not everyone appreciates the work of carrying a big gun. So, the logical folks at Springfield Armory did the obvious, and we now have the Echelon compact—dubbed the ...

HK-USA has updated its VP9 pistol series with the VP9A1 line, here we take a quick look at what’s new. The VP9 series of pistols has grown to be a very popular defensive handgun option since they were released 10 years ago, but now HK-USA is updating the line as the VP9A1. Featuring the full-size VP9A1 F and the compact ...

EOTECH has been pushing the boundaries of electro-optics for over a decade, and they’re not slowing down anytime soon! From its roots in holographic sights to a full suite of cutting-edge gear that includes magnified optics, micro red dots, night vision, thermals, and laser systems, EOTECH has evolved into a powerhouse of innovation. In 2022, it took it a step ...

Benelli is launching five new Nova 3 Tactical 12-gauge shotguns. These new Nova 3 Tactical pump action shotguns can handle up to 12 gauge 3-inch shells through a 18.5-inch barrel. Three of these models have fixed chokes, either cylinder or modified, while two take screw-in chokes and ship with Benelli Modified chokes. Four out of the five models have a ...

Federal has just announced two new 7mm Backcountry loads, Fusion Tipped 175-grain and LRX 168-grain. 7mm Backcountry is the hottest new cartridge on the block, not just because a lot of shooters are talking about it, but because its Peak Alloy cases allow it to achieve muzzle velocities of 3,000 fps. Federal has just announced two new 7mm Backcountry loads ...

For 2025, Franchi Firearms is launching another model in the Momentum bolt-action rifle product line. The new Franchi Momentum Carbine Elite was created for outdoorsmen seeking maneuverability, mobility and agility when chasing quarry through technical terrain and working around thick brush, timbers or stands. The Momentum Carbine Elite uses the proven manually-operated, single-piece action inspired by the Remington 700 pattern ...