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Polymer80 Complete Pistols: Now Color Matched

Polymer80’s components have a known reputation for being well-made and reliable, and their complete pistols have understandably taken off as well. The latest from the popular company are complete pistols in color-matched sets. This means gun owners now have the option to buy a complete Polymer80 pistol with a slide and frame that match rather than them having contrasting colors. The 9x19mm Parabellum pistols will be offered in a variety of colors and feature the same reliable details fans have come to rely on.

Polymer80 Complete Pistols are now available color matched rather than only with contrasting slides and frames. (Photo credit: Polymer80)

Polymer80 states their popular PFC9, PFS9, and PFSC9 complete pistols will now be offered as solid-colored guns in black, gray, cobalt, FDE (Flat Dark Earth), and ODG (OD Green). Now, each of those pistols is available with a slide that color matches the pistol lower. The complete pistols will be available with some optional features as well including optic cuts and threaded barrels.

The company strives to provide an innovative blend of ergonomics and useful features in its line of pistols which are designed to be shootable, reliable, comfortable, and concealable. All guns are made using high-strength reinforced polymer for superior durability and to enable them to withstand serious use.

Features include Polymer80’s aggressively textured grips to provide a firm grip regardless of the environment and a squared-off trigger guard. The slide has angled front and rear serrations to make manipulating the slide easier. The guns are designed with a clean, modern aesthetic and a heavy front chamfer for easy operation and holstering.

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The current line of complete pistols has a contrasting slide and frame. (Photo credit: Polymer80)

These pistols are all chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and have varying sizes and capacities. Whether you’re looking for a handgun for self-defense use, home defense, or range time, they have you covered. The PFC9 is a compact pistol, the PFS9 is a full-sized gun, and the PFSC9 is, of course, a sub-compact.

Loran Kelley, Polymer80’s founder and CEO, said, “We are excited to be able to offer color matching complete pistols for our Polymer80 customers. It’s been a busy year for P80 and this is the first of many new products we are excited to release moving forward.”

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A look at colored frames made by Polymer80. (Photo credit: Polymer80 via Facebook)

Features of the PFC9:

  • Compact frame for easier concealment.
  • 9x19m Parabellum chambering.
  • Slide made from 17-4 PH Stainless Steel, 42 HRC, Black Nitride, for longevity and resistance to wear.
  • Barrel made from 416R Stainless Steel, 42 HRC, with a SAAMI 9mm Match Chamber, 1:10 RH Twist Rate, SAAMI 6-Groove Rifling, Black Nitride for accuracy and overall solid performance.
  • Overall length 7.17 inches.
  • Overall width 1.18 inches, making it comfortable to grip even with larger hands.
  • Overall height 4.75 inches without magazine inserts or optics in place.
  • Empty weight 21.3 ounces.
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Which size pistol is your favorite? Full-sized, compact, or sub-compact? (Photo credit: Polymer80)

Features of the Polymer80 PFS9:

  • Full-sized gun for home defense or range use.
  • 9x19mm Parabellum chambering.
  • Slide made from 17-4 PH Stainless Steel, 42 HRC, Black Nitride to hold up to dedicated use.
  • Barrel made from 416R Stainless Steel, 42 HRC, SAAMI 9mm Match Chamber, 1:10 RH Twist Rate, SAAMI 6-Groove Rifling, Black Nitride to enhance accuracy.
  • Overall length 7.5 inches.
  • Overall width 1.18 inches.
  • Overall height 5.0 inches without magazine inserts or optics in place.
  • Empty weight 22 ounces.

MSRP will remain at $599.00.

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TacSol X-Ring VR Takedown Rifle with Vortex Optic

TacSol has expanded its takedown rifle offerings to include an option with an optic. The TacSol X-Ring VR Takedown Rifle with a Vortex Crossfire Red Dot is a lightweight .22lLR rifle that is sure to please.

The takedown rifle has the X-Ring TD threaded barrel and X-Ring TD receiver, both manufactured from 6061-T6 aluminum to keep the overall weight down. The X-Ring VR Takedown sits in a Magpul X-22 Backpacker stock and has a pushbutton and twist takedown motion that is quick and easy to perform. With the X-22 Backpacker optic mount on the barrel mean you won’t lose your optic zero from takedown and reassembly.

Tactical Solutions has expanded its takedown rifle offerings to include the X-Ring VR Takedown Rifle with a Vortex Crossfire optic. The rifle uses a Magpul X-22 Backpacker stock and optic mount for a solid yet lightweight .22lr rifle. (Photo credit: Tactical Solutions)

“This rifle is a great addition to our already outstanding rifle line up.” said Keith Feeley, TacSol Director of Brand. “With the excellent quality of the Vortex red dot and the Magpul mount, it only made sense to pair them with our rifles”.

The lightweight rifle package, weighing right under four pounds, is durable yet lightweight. The rifle has a left- or right-hand charging handle that can be adjusted to the shooter’s preference. Also, a part of the package is the dual guide rod system that gives smoother cycling. The X-Ring VR has a rear cleaning port that allows for cleaning without having to remove the barrel.

The 16.5” fluted barrel dissipates heat and is threaded ½”x28 that will accept a suppressor or a compensator with ease. It features a Chromoly steel bore and target crown that help give the barrel, and rifle, pinpoint accuracy. The X-Ring VR also has an extended magazine release for fast and simple magazine removal.

The Optic, a Vortex Crossfire Red Dot, has a 2 MOA dot that gives precise accuracy at extended distances and faster target acquisition closer. The scope rail is machined right into the receiver for easy attachment. The rifle also features an integral 15-minute-of-angle Picatinny style rail for additional optics in addition to the fiber optic front and rear sights that are adjustable.

The TacSol X-Ring VR Takedown Rifle with Vortex Crossfire red dot is great for plinking, target shooting, or hunting. It is available in matte gray or black and has an MSRP of $1650.

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DeSantis Gunhide: Reversible CCW Belt

Whether you’re carrying concealed or openly, your choice of belt matters just as much as your holster. With the wrong belt, you won’t get the support and stiffness required to keep your holstered gun precisely where it should be with no sagging or slipping. The DeSantis 1 ½ inch Reversible CCW Belt is designed with gun owners in mind and made to function exactly as a gun belt should: by doing its part to keep your gun secure.

The DeSantis Gunhide 1 ½ inch Reversible CCW Belt is designed specifically for gun owners. (Photo credit: DeSantis Gunhide)

DeSantis Gunhide has been in the business of producing high-quality belts and holsters for decades. The team at DeSantis understands the need for well-made, reliable gear, and that extends to the thought and care that must go into the creation of belts. A gun owner’s belt might not be the most exciting piece of equipment, but it just might be one of the most important. The DeSantis Gunhide 1 ½ inch Reversible CCW Belt is made with those who carry firearms for defensive purposes in mind. It provides the necessary support to keep your holstered gun in place, and it looks good doing it.

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DeSantis designs all their gun belts to perform as needed, meaning they support the holstered gun and keep it in place for the moment it’s needed. (Photo credit: DeSantis Gunhide)

This belt is #B54 in the company catalog. The 1 ½ inch Reversible CCW belt is made with strict attention to detail using two thick bands of premium saddle leather for durability, longevity, and a bit of style. Bands are meticulously cemented and stitched together using the company’s propriety nylon cord for a reliable, tight stitch and the ability to withstand extensive wear. The layers in between contain a polymer stiffener designed to keep the belt from sagging under the weight of the handgun, no matter its bulk. The final eight inches of the belt are unreinforced because that’s what it takes to get flawless buckle engagement, another important gun belt feature.

This belt can be reversed in seconds with a flat head/slotted screwdriver so the wearer can choose between black or brown. Available sizes range from 28 to 60. Spare keepers are included with every belt.

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In addition to the 1 ½ inch Reversible CCW Belt, DeSantis has a full line of holsters and other styles of belts. (Photo credit: DeSantis Gunhide)

Features of the DeSantis Gunhide 1 ½ inch Reversible CCW Belt:

  • 1 ½ inch width means it fits a wide variety of holsters.
  • Reversible design with one black and one brown side.
  • Unreinforced area around buckle so the buckle works reliably.
  • Internal polymer stiffener to increase rigidity and create a stable foundation for your holstered gun.
  • Ranges in sizes in even numbers between 28 and 60.
  • Made from premium steerhide for aesthetics and quality.
  • Stitched using DeSantis’ proprietary cord for superior durability.
  • Made for daily use so it’s a good option for those with an everyday carry gun.
  • Squared belt buckle is designed to be both aesthetically appealing and functionally secure.
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DeSantis Gunhide belts pair well with their leather holsters. (Photo credit: DeSantis Gunhide)

MSRP for the DeSantis Gunhide 1 1/2 inch Reversible CCW Belt starts at $119.99.

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Browning Expands Firearm Line for 2023 in a Big Way

Browning has seriously upgraded its offering for 2023 to include four X-Series bolt-action rifles, 15 shotguns, and three additional models of the Buck Mark rimfire pistol. With so many options, you’re sure to find something you want.

Browning X-Bolt Target Rifles

The first Target bolt-action rifle is the Pro McMillan model. This rifle is optimized for long-range target shooting and competition. It has a heavier receiver and a threaded, fluted stainless steel barrel with a Recoil Hawg muzzle brake. It also features a Target DLX trigger, an extended bolt handle, and the adjustable McMillan A3-5 carbon fiber stock. The X-Bolt Target Pro McMillan has an MSRP of $4,129.99.

Browning has expanded its firearms in a big way with the addition of 22 different models. These two are the X-Bolt Target Pro (top) and X-Bolt Target Lite Max (bottom) bolt-action rifles. (Photo credit: Browning)

The next X-Bolt Target bolt-actions are the Max and Lite Max models. These models are also optimized for long-range shooting and competition, like the Pro model. It features similar furniture and components as the Pro model, but the Max and Lite Max models have an adjustable Max composite stock. The Lite Max has a different barrel profile and a weight 12 ounces lighter than the Max. The Max model has an MSRP of $1,729.99 and the Lite Max has an MSRP of $1,779.99.

The last expansion to the X-Bolt line of bolt-action rifles is the X-Bolt Speed Suppressor Ready. As the name would imply, this model of the X-Bolt rifle is suppressor ready with a match-grade, fluted sporter weight barrel. The X-Bolt Speed Suppressor Ready rifle has a composite stock with the OVIX camo pattern and Smoked Bronze Cerakote metal finish. The rifle has an MSRP of $1,429.99 – $1,529.99.

New Browning Shotguns

Browning has expanded its Shotgun family to include 15 new models. While we won’t go through every model in great detail, here are a few highlights:

The Citori High Grade 50th Anniversary shotgun is a High grade over and under shotgun celebrating 50 years of its legendary namesake. The shotgun is designed for hunting and target shooting and features extensive receiver engraving with gold accents. It has a premium gloss oil finish on Grade IV Turkish walnut stock. It has an MSRP of $8,399.99

Cynergy has two models joining its family the Wicked Wing Auric and the CX. The Wicked Wing is an all-conditions over-and-under shotgun perfect for hunting. It has an ultra-low-profile receiver, camo composite stock, and Burnt Bronze Cerakote on the metal surfaces. The CX 20ga model is a crossover design with a 60/40 POI that is well-suited to both field and target activities. The Cynergy Wicket Wing has an MSRP of $2,579.99 while the Cynergy CX has an MSRP of $2,079.99.

Browning Shotgun expansions
The shotgun category got the biggest expansion with 15 models. The Citori High Grade 50th Anniversary (top), the A5 Wicked Wing (middle), and the Silver Field shotgun (bottom) are just a few examples of the expanded line. (Photo credit: Browning)

The A5 series of shotguns got the biggest expansion. 

  • A5 Wicket Wing in Auric
  • A5 Sweet Sixteen in Vintage Tan
  • A4 Wicket Wing Sweet Sixteen in Vintage Tan
  • A5 Sweet Sixteen in Auric
  • A5 Ultimate Sweet Sixteen
  • A5 Wicket Wing Sweet Sixteen in Auric
  • A5 in Auric

This line of hunting shotguns is great for birds from quail up to goose. Features vary by the model with many employing the Invector choke tubes. Prices range from just over $2,000 to up to around $2,400 MSRP.

The Maxus line of shotguns expanded with two models, the Maxus II Camo Auric and Maxus II Wicket Wing Auric. These are reliable gas-operated autoloading shotguns that have additional enhancements to improve performance, according to Browning. The Maxus II Camo in Auric has the Browning AURIC Concealment. Prices for these models are $2,049.99 for the Maxus II Camo and $$2,249.99 for the Maxus II Wicked Wing.

Next up in the shotgun family expansion is the Silver Field Auric and Silver Rifled Deer firearms. These two are autoloading shotguns, with the Silver Field built to perform with a wide range of loads while the Silver Rifled Deer has a barrel that has been optimized for slug and sabot ammo. The Field has a composite stock and forearm in the Auric camo pattern while the Rifled Deer model has the OVIX Concealment camo pattern. The Field has a price tag of $1,349.99 and the Rifled Deer has a price tag of $1,479.99 to $1,579.99 depending on features.

The last shotgun is the Gold Light 10 Gauge Field in Auric. This is a 10-gauge autoloading shotgun with a redesigned stock and forearm. It has a textured tripped and standard Invector interchangeable choke tube system and a four-shell magazine capacity. It has an MSRP of $1,999.99.

New Browning Pistols

Rounding out the expansion to Browning’s line-up are the Buck Mark pistol expansions. The first up is the Buck Mark Vision Black/Gold Suppressor Ready model with a Vortex Red Dot. According to Browning, it is an accurate .22lr autoloading pistol that features a lightweight Vision barrel, Vortex Crossfire Red dot optic, and a ½”x28 threaded barrel with a muzzle brake. It has a price tag of $1,079.99.

Browning Buck Mark Vision pistol
The Buck Mark .22lr rimfire pistol family expanded by three models. The Vision suppressor-ready model seen above is one of those models. It comes with a threaded barrel and muzzle brake along with a Vortex Crossfire Red Dot optic. (Photo credit: Browning)

The next is the Buck Mark Hunter 5.9 pistol. The Hunter 5.9 Buck Mark has a machined alloy frame, and a 5.9” matte-blued bull barrel that is threaded ½”x28 for a suppressor. It has a co-witnessing fiber-optic front sight and windage adjustable rear sight. It too comes with a Vortex Crossfire red dog sight as well and a price tag of $899.99.

The last Buck Mark pistol is the Medallion Rosewood with a Vortex Red Dot optic. This model of the pistol is an autoloading pistol, like other Buck Marks, with a blackened stainless steel slab slide barrel and laminated rosewood-colored grips with a gold Buckmark. The front fiber-optic sight co-witnesses while the rear sight is adjustable for windage. The Buck Mark Rosewood Medallion .22lr pistol has an MSRP of $929.99.

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Magpul’s Hunter Lite Stock & MS1 Lite Sling

Magpul has announced more product expansion with the Hunter Lite Savage AXIS Short Action stock for Savage AXIS rifles and the MS1 Lite Sling. Here are the details.

Hunter Lite Stock

The Hunter Lite stock for the Savage AXIS Short Action rifle is a quick and easy-to-install upgrade for Savage Axis rifles. According to Magpul, this is a purpose-built hunting stock that streamlines the original Hunter. It helps reduce the overall weight over the original, streamlines the dimensions, and provides a fully featured upgrade for the hunter that wants the features without the bulk.

The Hunter Lite stock for the Savage Axis rifle is the latest upgrade to the Hunter line of stocks. It is lighter than the original Hunter with some upgrades along the way. (Photo credit: Magpul)

The updated Hunter AXIS stock for short action rifles is compatible with both right and left-hand rifles but just swapping an inlet insert in the stock. It has an aluminum V-bedding with steel pillars to prevent deformation and compression while being shot. The stock features integral sling swivel studs at the forend and buttstock that can be used with a variety of bipods and slings. The buttstock also features an adjustable LOP with spacers, adjustable comb height, and snap-on cheek rises for better ergonomics for the shooter.

The trigger guard of the stock has been enlarged to be used easier and more comfortable when wearing gloves. The stock also includes an ambidextrous magazine release while the magazine well has stamped steel over-insertion tabs to keep the magazine in the proper place.

The stock is available in black, FDE, Olive Drab Green, and stealth Gray. Coming from Magpul means that it features M-LOK slots for the shooter’s choice of accessories. It has a price tag of $219.95.

MS1 Lite Sling

The Magpul MS1 Lite Sling is a way to have a lighter and less bulky version of the popular Magpul sling. The MS1 is a compact one-inch sling made to resist rolling and twisting. The smaller profile means it reduces the chances of snagging or catching when in use.

Magpul MS1 Lite Sling
Magpul took its popular sling and made it more compact and lighter. At 1″ wide, the MS1 sling keeps Magpul’s anti-chafe and no-pill properties in place with the smaller package. (Photo credit: Magpul)

Magpul states the sling is a great choice for lightweight or smaller firearms and will accept an array of mounting options, like the Paraclip or QDM, to make it fully customizable for the system. Like other Magpul slings, the sling is designed to be comfortable with anti-chafing and no-pilling properties. The company put the sling to the test through some pretty harsh conditions to simulate actual use with great results.

The MS1 Lite sling is available in black, Stealth Gray, Coyote, and Ranger Green. It has a price tag of $39.95

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Unity Tactical AXON: Let There Be Light

Odds are good you have a light or laser on your long gun, and if you do, you’re probably familiar with the issue of remote controls. The switches, paddles, and levers for aftermarket accessories like these sometimes work well and sometimes do not, and if you have separate switches, it can get frustrating. Unity Tactical is working to solve this problem with the AXON, a switch for accessories that is designed to make it easy to tell the difference between controls without looking, thanks to tactile differences. The AXON is a great product for long gun shooters, especially those focused on defensive applications.

The Unity Tactical Axon is a remote switch that provides varying tactile feels for light and laser switches. (Photo credit: Unity Tactical)

Unity Tactical designed the AXON to be the top-performing remote switch design on the market for weapon-mounted accessories such as lights and lasers. AXON offers users control and instant access to their lights and lasers, all in a single, compact housing. And, of course, the housing of the AXON is made to withstand rigorous use.

The design and creation of this product is the direct result of operational feedback from professional end-users. This switch allows lights and lasers to be controlled from individual buttons and versions are available for many popular models on the market. The unique design of the AXON includes tactile differentiation between the two buttons, meaning there’s far less confusion when the switch cannot be seen due to lighting or an evolving situation.

The light button, which is angled, features a switch that controls both momentary and continuous activation. As for the laser button, it has a momentary-only button but does support the double-click-for-constant-on feature.

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The AXON weighs 1.6 ounces and won’t add unnecessary bulk to your rifle. (Photo credit: Unity Tactical)

Standard AXON models are made with each button controlling specific devices independently of one another. The company’s SYNC models are designed to run the laser independently with the light button operating the light and laser at the same time. NGAL variants operate in a SYNC capacity and have a visible override feature as well. The product’s standard configuration has a seven-inch cable length.

This product is designed to mount directly to a Picatinny rail and takes up seven rail slots. The Rail Clamps feature pass-throughs for zip ties. The AXON can also be mounted directory to M-LOK using the optional AXON M-LOK Mounting Kit.

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The AXON is designed to be compact and to simplify controlling lights and lasers without looking. (Photo credit: Unity Tactical)

Features of the Unity Tactical AXON include:

  • Compatible with SureFire, NATO Crace-Spec Port, and NGAL (LA-23/PEQ). Other variations are available upon request.
  • Mounts to Picatinny rail but can also be mounted to M-LOK utilizing the related mounting kit.
  • Measures 1.16 x 2.70 x 0.96 inches.
  • Weighs 1.6 ounces, so it doesn’t affect weapon balance or weight.
  • Made from high-impact polymer for durability and resistance to wear.
  • Standard seven-inch cable length although longer cables are available upon request.
  • Available in black or Flat Dark Earth.
Unity Tactical AXON light switch
The controls for the light and laser are separate and offer entirely different tactile surfaces. (Photo credit: Unity Tactical)

MSRP for the Unity Tactical AXON starts at $154.00.

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Magpul AR Upgrades – The Mag Life

Magpul continues to announce its new products for 2023, and AR fans will be interested to know that the company has updated its AR platform offerings to include a Wire Control Kit, Enhanced Selector Kit, and the Barricade Stop.

Magpul WCK

The Magpul WCK, or Wire Control Kit, is a way to get fast, secure, and clean management of light and laser wires on the user’s rifle. The system creates a streamlined look for the forend with easy-to-install M-LOK compatible assemblies.

The Wire Control Kit assembly from Magpul is designed to keep those wires secure and route them accordingly along the rifle forend. Compatible with metal M-LOK forends and some polymer ones. (Photo credit: Magpul)

The WCK assembly is a half-slot in size to allow for more precise positioning. The assemblies allow for routing of the cables straight through, at 90 degrees or even 180 degrees, whichever the shooter needs.

The WCK is compatible with metal M-LOK handguards but may not work completely with some polymer ones. There are six assemblies per package and are available in either black or flat dark earth (FDE). The WCK assemblies have a price tag of $19.95.

Enhanced Selector Kit

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The Enhanced Selector Kit from Magpul comes with three different-sized selectors to help the shooter find the right fit for them. The selectors are ambidextrous and compatible with all AR platforms. (Photo credit: Magpul)

The next upgrade is the Magpul Enhanced Selector Kit or ESK. This modular and ambidextrous selector kit is designed for AR pattern firearms. This allows the user to get the right ergonomic fit without requiring any tools for installation.

Constructed from polymer and corrosion-resistant steel, the kit includes three levers to choose from. Also in the kit is a corrosion-resistant selector axle with 60- and 90-degree options for mounting. The kit comes in black and FDE and has a price tag of $49.95.

Barricade Stop

Last up for the AR upgrades is the Magpul Barricade Stop. The Barricade Stop is an aggressive hand stop with M-LOK that lets the shooter brace up against a barricade as a stable shooting base. The Barricade Stop is constructed from polymer for the body and has a steel insert for better contact with the barricade.

Magpul Barricade Stop
The Barricade Stop from Magpul has a faceted steel head so the shooter can pivot without losing purchase on the stop. (Photo credit: Magpul)

The Barricade Stop has a faceted steel head that allows for pivoting while keeping contact on the shooting surface. Once installed, it can be removed or swapped out if the shooter needs it. It, too, comes in black or FDE and has a price tag of $24.95.

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Federal Shotshell: New for 2023

Whether you’re a hunter or prefer shooting clays, there are new shotshells coming in 2023 for you from Federal Premium. The trusted ammunition manufacturer is producing an entire lineup of new shotgun ammo in a wide range of gauges. New offerings include bismuth loads for upland birds, 28 gauge competition loads, and even shotshells designed to produce less potential waste in the field. And if you prefer hunting larger game such as whitetail deer, there’s something for you as well. Read on to learn more.

Federal Premium is launching a number of new shotshell loads for 2023. (Photo credit: Federal Premium)

Federal Premium’s latest shotshell ammunition offerings include products in High Over All, Black Cloud, HEVI-Bismuth, Hi-Bird, and Premium Buckshot product lines. Each line is designed to fulfill a particular niche and is made according to the company’s exacting standards for quality and superior performance.

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Premium High Over All in 28 gauge is bound to redefine what a sub-gauge can do. (Photo credit: Federal Premium)

The latest additions to the Premium High Over All line are 28 gauge and 410 bore. This line is engineered to meet the needs and expectations of the most elite trap, skeet, and sporting clay shooters. It’s made using a hard, high-antimony lead payload and wad for consistent patterns. A solid brass head and hull design also makes it easier to reload. According to Federal, Premium High Over All is the ultimate competition load for the world’s greatest shooters.

Black Cloud is adding a 28 gauge load to its proven line. This is the shotshell that effectively altered the definition of performance for steel waterfowl loads more than a decade ago, and it continues to be a favorite among waterfowlers. Today the revolution continues with 28 gauge which Federal states will redefine the capabilities of sub-gauges. Just like with all Black Cloud loads, this one utilizes the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad for better pattern density and consistency whether you’re using a ported or standard waterfowl choke.

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The HEVI-Bismuth load is made for top performance on upland birds and waterfowl. (Photo credit: Federal Premium)

Federal Premium HEVI-Bismuth is designed to make your hunt successful. It does this by impacting upland birds and waterfowl with the power of 9.6 g/cc density pellets so you can drop a number of birds in quick succession. This load is sourced from Federal’s affiliate company, HEVI-Shot. Federal states that HEVI Bismuth shot is 22% denser than steel which translates to superior lethal energy delivered downrange. This load is launched by the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad and the bismuth pellets are made to pattern consistently for reliable performance. Pellets are alloyed and cast in the USA.

Another new offering is a 12 gauge, 2 3.4 inch Hi-Bird Fiber Wad. This is a cellulose-based over-powder wad made specifically to minimize plastic left in the field. After all, it’s the responsibility of sportsmen everywhere to take care of the land they hunt. This load is fantastic for the field and also great for preserve hunting situations.

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Federal’s buckshot is designed to produce tight patterns and fantastic energy on target. (Photo credit: Federal Premium)

The company’s new Premium Buckshot 1 buck 12 gauge load is made to deliver stellar precision. This shotshell sends a payload of 16 copper-plated pellets into your target for an ethical, one-shot kill. Premium Buckshot is made to produce impressively tight patterns for better shot placement and is meant to be powerful enough to drop predators and feral hogs, too.

MSRP varies by product.

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Matador Arms 9mm MAT-9 Upper Receiver

Want a fully self-contained 9mm upper that is ready to shoot suppressed out of the box? What about a complete 9mm upper that allows you to use your pistol magazines with little or no modifications required to play? Matador Arms has your back with its MAT-9 blowback upper that is also bufferless.

Matador Arms has a complete 9mm upper receiver that is ready to go straight out of the box, including shooting suppressed. (Photo credit: Matador Arms)

The MAT-9 was designed for maximum weight reduction, a slim profile, and compatibility with bolt catches and lower receivers, according to Matador Arms. It is comprised of anodized 6061-T6 aluminum, nitride steel bolt and action parts, and a lightweight 7.825” nitride threaded barrel. The upper is compatible with Last Round Bolt Hold Open, or LRBHO, lower receivers.

The MAT-9 can be configured in two different ways: Native mode and Conversion mode. The Native mode runs with double-stack magazines. In the Conversion mode, the AR-15 lowers require a Mag-X magazine conversion kit to make it work with double-stack magazines. In either mode, the MAT-9 will work with almost all 9mm magazines. The magazine conversion kit is required on some Glock and Sig Sauer models, like the Glock 17, Glock 19, and Sig Sauer P320.

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The MAT-9 is a blowback AR-style upper that is compatible with folding buttstocks and LRBHO lower receivers. (Photo credit: Matador Arms)

According to Matador Arms, the upper is built with a tapered 4-piece trunnion system made from different materials to keep mechanical accuracy and durability. Rounding out some other features for the MAT-9 is a non-reciprocating ambidextrous steel charging handle, NATO 1913 top rail, and M-LOK slots on both sides and bottom.

The Matador Arms MAT-9 is compatible with side-fold buttstocks and has a patent-pending Easy Take-down System (EZTS). The EZTS means that the upper doesn’t require any tools for breaking it down making it easier for maintenance or cleaning.

While there is no word on overall weight or length, that information will probably be readily available after SHOT Show 2023. The MAT-9 complete 9mm upper from Matador Arms is available now with a price tag of $600.

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Rossi RP63: Your Next Revolver

In some concealed carry circles, revolvers have been given a bad rap. Due to their limited capacity and the fact that they are, indeed, an older platform, many gun owners don’t see revolvers as their go-to for defensive purposes. Rossi is aiming to change that with their return to the revolver market. For 2023 they’re launching not one but three revolvers: the RP63, RM66, and RM64. Interested? You probably should be.

Rossi is back in the revolver game with a trio of guns set to launch in 2023. (Photo credit: Rossi)

Rossi states they designed these revolvers to bring back the classic, timeless features from the company’s history while including modern manufacturing techniques. These revolvers might have a classic look, but their function is fantastically modern.

RP63

The first revolver to be released by Rossi is the RP63, the gun the company hopes will be your next carry gun. This is a stainless-steel revolver with a 3.0-inch barrel that’s chambered in 357 Magnum, which of course means you can also run 38 Special through it.

Rossi RP63
The 3.0-inch barrel of the RP63 makes it easier to conceal. (Photo credit: Rossi)

The RP63 is a solid option for home defense use but also fits the bill for everyday carry. It features a rounded grip frame to reduce printing when concealed and has a six-round capacity. The factory sights are fixed which is a wise design feature for a carry gun such as this and the front sight is ramped to reduce the risk of snagging on the draw stroke. The firing pin is mounted on the hammer, which is a long-time feature of Rossi revolvers. A match-grade trigger makes the gun a pleasure to shoot and enhances accuracy.

RM66

Next up is the RM66. This is another six-shot revolver, but it has a 6.0-inch barrel. Like the RP63 this gun has a fantastic trigger. However, the RM66 has adjustable sights.

Rossi RM66 revolver
The RM66 has a 6.0-inch barrel and is chambered in 357 Magnum. (Photo credit: Rossi)

This is a revolver created by Rossi to be ideal for range day, ranch work, or revolver competition shooting. Hunting is something else this gun is likely to excel at. It’s also a 357 Magnum, and thanks to its barrel length and overall design, it’ll give you good ballistic results. This gun is also made with stainless steel but it has a square butt configuration for the purpose of making it easier to run with full-power magnums.

RM64

Later in 2023, Rossi will launch their 4.0 inch “do everything” revolver, the RM64. This 4-inch medium-frame revolver chambered in 357 Magnum is right in the sweet spot for size, making it an optimal choice for a multi-purpose gun.

Rossi RM66
The 357 Magnum RM66 has a six shot capacity and adjustable sights. (Photo credit: Rossi)

The RM64 will be great for concealed carry, field use, hunting, home defense, or even shooting IDPA. It, too, has a match-grade trigger and the same adjustable sights as the larger RM66.

MSRP for the Rossi RP63 is set at $460.99. The RM66 has an MSRP of $620.99 and the RM64 price is not yet known.

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