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Magpul has upgraded the very popular DAKA line of pouches and accessories with three additional models to choose from. The modular storage line has proven to be versatile while keeping things discreet.

DAKA Double Pistol Case

The Magpul DAKA Double Pistol Case was designed to discreetly protect and secure two pistols at the same time in this semi-rigid case. It has two large pistol sleeves that easily fit subcompact, compact, and even full-sized pistols. Two large carrying handles and two internal panels protect the cargo with some snag-free, protective EVA foam lining.

The case features a 10” x6.25” retention strap for each pouch that adjusts for a secure fit. Also, inside the Double Pistol Case are eight magazine retention bands that are separate from the pistols so there is no wear between the two. The DAKA Double Pistol case is constructed from Magpul’s DAKA material for a durable, water-resistant storage solution.

The DAKA Double Pistol Case also features a zippered document pocket that will fit important docs with ease during transport. The case has an MSRP of $59.95.

DAKA Waterproof Window Pouch

Magpul has revamped the DAKA to give consumers an option for when the pouch absolutely needs to be waterproof with the DAKA Waterproof Window Pouches. The YKK zippers are on the side of the pouches and give reliable water resistance with durable 550 paracord with heat-shrink tubing zipper pulls. The additional girth of the pulls makes them easy to grab, regardless of conditions or if gloves are worn.

The front of the pouch features a fully translucent window panel to easily see inside with two extra-large carabiner pass-throughs for attaching. The Waterproof Window pouch comes in four different colors (black, FDE, Olive Drab Green, and Orange) and three sizes with MSPR of $24.95, $29.95, and $34.95 for the different sizes.

DAKA Large Utility Organizer

The large, rugged Utility Organizer is designed to protect, store, and secure your gear. It has a reinforced, semi-rigid construction and also features a water-resistant YKK AquaGuard zipper and oversized zipper pull.

Inside the organizer, the left panel has one main back-side pocket, one mesh pocket, four 1.5” stretch molle, and two pockets that stretch to fit items. The right panel has one main back-side panel for notepad storage, one zippered mesh pocket, four 1.5” stretch molle, and two stretch pockets.

The DAKA Utility Organizer is at home in the most rugged of conditions or at your home. It has an MSRP of $44.95.

DAKA Ammo Sleeve

Applying DAKA ideals in new ways seems the standard. The DAMA Ammo Sleeve is designed to keep ammo for hunters securely at hand, in a small package. The Ammo sleeve is a bi-fold, constructed from the durable DAKA material, that can easily fit inside a pocket or a pack. The sleeve features a small internal pocket behind the top to keep tags or other important items when you’re out and about.

The sleeve keeps the ammo all oriented in the same direction for easier reloading and has a reduced sound signature for quiet times. The DAKA Ammo Sleeve has an MSRP of $29.95.

VKTR Industries, a relatively young manufacturer in the industry, has taken its passion, precision, and purpose with proprietary technology to deliver the VK-1, a modern piston-driven AR-15. According to VKTR, the team has drawn from decades of engineering, machining, and experience to bring customers a fresh take on precision armaments.

The flagship product from VKTR Industries has helped establish the company where revolutionary design and cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities meet. The VK-1 is a lightweight and supposed feature-rich AR-15 that consumers are sure to love.

The VK-1 has a low-profile piston system with the perfect gas port sizing and assembly that improves the gas seal issues of some other rifles. The improvements to the piston assembly reportedly increase the overall efficiency of the gas system itself. It has a staged gas bleed system with two sets of exhaust ports to reduce the inertia of the operating rod at the end of the stroke.

The VK-1 Short Stroke Piston System has a fully supported one-piece OP Rod and a proprietary gas block. These features match the footprint and weight of a standard direct-impingement AR-15 while giving the benefits of a piston system.

The VK-1 features a fully ambidextrous forged lower receiver and a thermal fit forged upper. The fluted hammer-forged barrel is available in 16”, 13.7”, or 10.5” lengths, inside a low-profile M-LOK handguard. The lower also features an ambi patented billet machined magazine release and bolt catch which have been profiled and textured for an ergonomic fit while keeping the low profile of the rifle.

The VK-1 has a Radian Talon selector along with the Raptor charging handle and Magpul MOE SL Buttstock and K2 grip. The feel of the rifle will be familiar yet different in the best ways possible. The billet construction that has been heat-treated gives the components a lifetime of service even in the worst of conditions, according to VKTR Industries. The rifle is available in FDE, Sniper Gray, and Black.

To get hands-on experience with the VK-1, please visit VKTR Industries at the upcoming 2023 SHOT Show in Booth #41764

Another pistol has been approved by the California Department of Justice Laboratory Certification and Handgun Testing process, allowing it to be listed on the State’s “Roster of Certified Handguns.” The Franklin Armory CA320 handgun. Franklin Armory, the US-based firearms and accessories manufacturer, has three other models on that list.

With the CA320 pistol being listed on that roster, California State residents can now purchase the pistol. The CA320 is said to be highly sought after by those residents and is a reliable, California-compliant pistol. The CA320 allows owners to have a handgun that is similar in performance to the Sig Sauer P320.

The CA320 is the first optics-ready pistol to be put on the Roster. It comes with factory night sights. Additionally, the CA320 has an ambidextrous safety and, according to the company, is potentially compatible with Sig P320 grip modules. It is chambered in 9x19mm.

“CA320 builds upon Franklin Armory’s trailblazing track-record of firearms innovation,” said the company’s President Jay Jacobson. “CA320 is further affirmation of Franklin Armory’s enduring commitment to support the Second Amendment rights of Americans living in restrictive jurisdictions.”

The three other Franklin Armory models on the Roster in California are the CA7, CA11, and CA12. The CA7 is chambered in 5.56 NATO and was the first AR pistol on the Roster. The CA11 is an AR pistol chambered in .300 Blackout while the CA12 is chambered in .350 Legend as an AR pistol.

One source showed the CA320 listed at just under $1,000, but no information regarding the pistol was readily available. However, FFL holders from the state of California can reach out to Franklin Armory for more information or check them out at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas.

Magpul has updated its apparel offerings to include a Sun and Steel Performance Hoodie and Santini Eyewear. Both are made to Magpul standards of the highest quality materials for the best product.

Sun and Steel Performance Hoodie

The Sun and Steel Performance Hoodie uses a combination of moisture-wicking and cooling materials to make the epitome of outdoor clothing. It is perfect for hunting, shooting at the range, on a boat, or even doing the dreaded yard work. According to Magpul, it will keep you comfortable, functional, and protected.

The hoodie is made from a lightweight, stretchable polyester fabric that has UPF 50 for extra protection. The materials have the brrr° Triple Chill Effect technology that mixes cooling materials, wicking, and fast drying to improve dryness, comfort, and reduce temperature. Additionally, the profile of the Hoodie is longer in the body to accommodate a concealed weapon.

The Sun and Steel Performance Hoodie is available in four colors (Grey, Tiger Stripe, Skull Camo, and Hula Camo) and sizes small through 4X-Large. It has an MSRP of $59.95.

Santini Eyewear

The Santini Eyewear harkens back to the US Air Force Type HGU-4P Aviators sunglasses, but with new materials. Magpul’s spin on the popular sunglasses makes them more reliable with impact protection with a casual design. It has a low-profile temple design that keeps the wearer comfortable and functional with hats or ear protection. According to the company, Santini Eyewear fits all facial profiles and has anti-slip adjustable rubber nose pads for all-day comfort.

The glasses feature gray-green lenses that have a premium treatment to protect against water, sweat, and chemicals. They also have superior clarity, contrast, and color. The lenses come polarized for an active lifestyle and have a ballistic rating of Z87.1. The Santini Eyewear from Magpul has an MSRP of $149.

The latest gun to join the Sig Sauer P365 lineup is the ROSE, and it isn’t just a gun, it’s an entire experience.

Sig teamed up with competitive shooter Lena Miculek to create a video training program that buyers of the Sig ROSE have access to, and it’s also linked an online community. For the first time, the gun world is offering newcomers a direct tie to a reliable source to learn firearm skills along with their purchase of a new gun. The ROSE brand is geared toward women and promises to cover safety and firearms education, all while giving participants immediate access to one another for an open exchange of ideas and experiences.

There are two pistols in the ROSE family: the P365-XL Comp ROSE and the P365-380 ROSE. Each gun offers certain benefits, with differing size and calibers. With the purchase of the ROSE pistol, gun owners also receive instant access to the training videos and community, dummy rounds for training purposes, and a Vaultek Lifepod Pistol Safe. Whether you’re interested in a 9mm or a 380 ACP, you’re covered, and although the guns are black, they have rose-colored components for highlights of color.

According to Sig Sauer, the ROSE brand is based on Lena’s experience as a competitive shooter as well as her time spent teaching women at various skill levels. ROSE is meant to be a user-friendly, complete system, that provides a simple way to learn. The program takes participants on a step-by-step journey starting with the first time holding a pistol to the first time at the range. As for the community of women,  it’s meant to give shooters an enjoyable way to come together to help one another. It’s a great place to share stories and ask questions. Sig created ROSE to get shooters going with everything needed to get started and to make their first time at the range comfortable.

Features of the Sig Sauer P365-XL Comp ROSE include:

• Chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum.
• ROSE stylized integrally compensated to help mitigate felt recoil and reduce muzzle rise during live fire.
• Optic ready slide, so it’s easy to add a red dot sight if the owner chooses to do so.
• ROSE laser engraved grip module.
• ROSE kit includes:
  • Vaultek Lifepod Pistol Safe for safe storage purposes.
  • Dummy rounds for training.
  • QuickStart Guide.
• Matte ROSE Gold Colored Controls.
• XRAY3 Day / Night Sights so the gun is ready to go right out of the box.
• (2) 12-rd Steel Magazines.
• Compatible with all P365-XL holsters.

Features of the Sig Sauer P365-380 ROSE include:

• Chambered in 380 ACP.
• ROSE stylized optic ready slide for easy addition of red dot sights.
• ROSE laser engraved grip module.
• ROSE kit includes:
  • Vaultek Lifepod Pistol Safe.
  • Dummy rounds for training use.
  • QuickStart Guide.
• Matte ROSE Gold Colored Controls.
• XRAY3 Day / Night Sights for easier target acquisition and to draw the shooter’s eye.
• (2) 10-rd Steel Magazines.

MSRP for the Sig Sauer ROSE brand pistols and program are not known at this time.

It’s impossible to even think about 500 Magnum without remembering when Dirty Harry called the 44 Magnum the most powerful handgun in the world. Of course, it’s actually the 500 Magnum that wins that honor, as it is currently the most powerful production handgun cartridge on the market. That makes it a worthy caliber for handgun hunters, one capable of dropping game of all sizes. For those interested in some serious power, Taurus is now manufacturing their Raging Hunter in 500 Magnum. The popular hunting revolver has proven itself as a well-balanced, reliable gun, and this magnum addition just makes it better.

For 2023, Taurus is making a few additions to their popular Raging Hunter family. First up is the new Raging Hunter 500 Magnum, a revolver that will send some seriously big bullets down range. Second, but no less fantastic, is the addition of a 10.5-inch barrel model 460 Magnum Raging Hunter. That gun features a proprietary compensator designed to somewhat mitigate felt recoil and muzzle rise from the magnum cartridge.

The 500 Magnum Raging Hunter promises to be an excellent choice for handgun hunters in 2023. It features the Taurus double lock system, for reliable cycling with high-pressure magnum rounds, just as all Raging Hunters do, and it’s made to withstand hard use. This gun will be available in a range of barrel lengths, giving gun owners a choice of whether they want a 500 Magnum best suited to hunting large game, use as a backcountry carry gun, or for range use.

Then there’s the newest addition to the 460 Magnum lineup, the 10.5-inch barrel model. This revolver has a custom compensator, which is its most unique and useful feature. The muzzle device is made to reduce the felt recoil of 460 Magnum for the shooter, which improves accuracy and speeds up follow-up shots (an especially useful feature if you’re using it for defense against predators). It also has top and bottom Picatinny rails, making it easy to mount optics to the gun. As for that bottom rail, it’s a great place to put a bipod or weapon-mounted light or laser.

Handgun hunting is a sport that’s picked up a greater following in recent years, and the addition of more magnum options to the Raging Hunter line should draw even more people. With these guns, it’s possible to hunt everything from coyotes to deer to elk. And thanks to the overall design of the Raging Hunter line, these guns don’t produce the aggressive, snappy recoil of many other magnum revolvers. These guns are a legitimate choice for new or seasoned hunters, and they’re also plain fun to shoot.

MSRP for the Taurus Raging Hunter in 500 Magnum and the 460 Magnum with 10.5-inch barrel are not known at this time.

Tisas, the Tennessee-based purveyor of 1911 variants, has expanded its Duty Rail line of single stack 1911 pistols to include the Raider model. The Raider version of the Duty Rail 1911 is a faithful reproduction of the M45A1 service sidearm used by the Marine Corp Special Operations folks around the world, according to Tisas.

The Tisas 1911 Raider is a .45 ACP pistol, like the other 1911s, featuring a 5” cold hammer forged barrel with a matte stainless barrel bushing and recoil spring plug. The pistol features Colt Series 70 internals with a titanium firing pin.

The slide is government length and has been constructed from forged carbon steel, along with the full-sized forged carbon steel frame that features a 1913 Pic rail. Additionally, the slide features front and rear serrations for better manipulations. On the top of the slide is a Novak three-dot pattern sight set up with a skeletonized hammer on the back.

The full-sized grips feature an undercut trigger guard and a beavertail grip safety for secure handling of the weapon. Inside that trigger guard sits the sold black trigger. The grips are G10 black and flat dark earth (FDE) pattern with the 25 LPI checkering along and lanyard loop on the flat mainspring housing. To round out the frame is an improved ambidextrous thumb safety.

The Tisas 1911 Raider pistol has a flat dark earth Cerakote finish and weighs 2 lbs. 4 ounces. The Raider comes from Tisas with two 8-round stainless steel magazines with base plates. Like other Tisas products, the Raider also comes with a premium lockable hard case, cleaning kit, bushing wrench, trigger lock, manual, and Tisas Lifetime Service Plan.

The Tisas 1911 .45 ACP Raider pistol has an MSRP of $759.99