New Gun Releases

Taylor’s & Company, one of the leaders in importing of state-of-the-art historical firearms utilizing the latest innovative designs, has upgraded its Lifestyle Series of firearms to include the 1875 Outlaw revolver in 9mm. The company worked with Uberti to bring the exclusive iconic reproduction to the market.

The 1875 Outlaw revolver in 9mm is a solid reproduction of the 1875 Remington single-action revolvers, which in turn was a step up over Remington’s 1858 percussion model revolvers. The 1875 Outlaw will be available in two separate barrel lengths, a 7.5” and a 5.5” model, and feature a side-loading gate with an ejector rod housed inside the loading lever assembly. This makes loading, unloading, and reloading an easy motion for this 6-round capacity revolver.

“We couldn’t be more excited to bring this classic firearm reproduction to the modern gun enthusiast,” said Tammy Loy, Owner/CEO, Taylor’s & Company. “We wanted to offer this versatile caliber to broaden our audience and add a familiar caliber to a six-gun. The 1875 Outlaw is a perfect complement to our very popular Lifestyle Series. This 9mm with a classic revolver look is sure to be very popular with firearm enthusiasts that want the look of a historical pistol with the performance of a modern handgun.”

The 1875 Outlaw revolver has a smooth walnut finish on the standard-sized grip making it comfortable in the hand. According to the company, folks from the Old West would recognize the quality and performance of the updated 1875 Outlaw, citing the infamous Frank James as a user of a .45 caliber revolver during his outlaw carrier. Like the revolvers of yore, this 9mm has an all-blued finish on the forged steel frame.

The 1875 Outlaw revolver has a rear frame notch sight with a fixed front blade sight. Taylor’s and Company also offer its “Taylor Tuned” option meaning Taylor’s gunsmiths can custom tune the revolver to the owner as long as the firearm is in stock.

The Taylor’s & Company 1875 Revolver in 9mm matches with the company’s motto of “Where Legend Meets Performance” giving the modern shooter a historical reproduction to match their needs. Either length of barrel option of the 1875 Outlaw Revolver is currently available with an MSRP of $669.75.

Maybe you’re living in or traveling to a restricted state, or maybe you just want to shave a few ounces off your daily carry. Whatever your reason is for seeking out a lower-capacity handgun, Springfield Armory has you covered. The Hellcat Pro OSP is available in a reduced ten-round capacity, meaning you can keep running your Springfield favorite (or perhaps get your hand on one for the first time). The Springfield Hellcat Pro OSP is a defensive handgun that’s also optics-ready, making it the go-to pistol for many gun owners.

Springfield Armory states the Hellcat Pro OSP with a 10-round capacity offers gun owners the performance of a bigger handgun along with what they believe is class-leading concealability. The 10-round Hellcat Pro is a compact pistol designed to maintain the slim, sleek profile of the original Hellcat for superior concealability. This pistol measures 1 inch wide and features slim-line grips, so it’s comfortable to shoot and accurate on target. It’s also made with additional mass in the slide and barrel to reduce muzzle rise and felt recoil, which can lead to faster (and more accurate) follow-up shots.

This is a polymer frame pistol featuring Springfield’s Adaptive Grip Texture for a sure grip during live fire. This texturing process is seamless and pressure-activated and utilizes staggered pyramid shapes. Taller pyramids have flattened tops for the purpose of greater comfort during on-body carry while shorter pyramids are pointier and function best when the gun is being gripped for use.

The Hellcat Pro OSP (Optical Sight Pistol) is red dot ready thanks to a slide milled with the Springfield Micro footprint, which is also compatible with Shield RMSc and SMSc footprints. Springfield designed the slide to for direct mount red dot sights to deliver the lowest mount possible. The gun ships with U-Dot sights that can be used to co-witness, should the shooter choose to do so. The standard iron sights are a tritium and luminescent front sight and a Tactical Rack rear sight.

This 9mm defensive pistol’s 10-round capacity is a great fit for numerous gun owners. The Hellcat has proven itself as a reliable, accurate pistol, and now it’s even easier to use for concealed carry. Guns ship with two 10-round magazines.

MSRP for the Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro OSP with a 10-round capacity is set at $649.00.

When you’re carrying a holstered firearm, it isn’t only the holster that matters. Your belt matters, too. Whether you’re carrying concealed or openly a good holster won’t be enough without an equally solid gun belt. Nexbelt understands the importance of a rigid, reliable gun belt, and the NTAC-45 EDC Belt is specifically designed to stand up to regular wear. Even better, there are no holes, so even though it’s adjustable, it isn’t dependent on pre-punched holes.

Ratcheting Technology

According to Nexbelt, the NTAC-45 is a unique design made specifically for 1.75-inch EDC (everyday carry) belts. This belt utilizes the company’s proven ratcheting technology and has two tracks on the strap as well as two push-button buckle releases and two locking mechanisms for truly secure closure. The buttons work independently of one another to prevent accidental buckle release.

The belt works using a unique ratcheting system called PreciseFit. Using this, the wearer can adjust his or her belt in ¼ inch increments instead of the usual 1-inch adjustment of a traditional belt with a buckle. This ability to adjust a belt in ¼ inch increments is important for those practicing open or concealed carry. This is because having the right amount of tension to safely secure your firearm is critical. The belt is offered in black and fits up to a 50-inch waist.

EDC or Competition Use

This belt was designed with IDPA, USPSA, and 3-Gun competitors in mind, but it’s useful for anyone carrying a holstered firearm. The 1.75-inch width is ideal to secure larger amounts of equipment to your waistline while remaining rigid and providing solid support. Solid shooting skills and firearm safety are not the only things required to compete. Competitions put you in a variety of scenarios and shooting positions, all with some level of stress. Your gun belt should be both comfortable and secure, and it should stay that way all day. The NTAC-45 does just that.

This belt is designed to help you perform at the level needed to compete and allows adjustments as you go. Whether you choose to loosen the buckle for relaxed comfort on the sidelines or tighten it up before the shot timer sets you sprinting, the NTAC-45 belt is a fantastic addition to your gear.

MSRP for the Nexbelt NTAC-45 EDC Belt is set at $99.99.

Burris Optics is stepping into a new realm with its Signature line of rangefinders. The line of rangefinders is said to help fill the gap between Burris’ advanced rangefinding riflescopes and the rangefinding archery sights. The Signature LRF 2000 reportedly gives fast results out to 2400 yards.

According to the company, the Signature LRF 2000 is the perfect companion for the consumer’s Burris riflescope and it redefines speed in a rangefinder. It is designed to be useful in both firearm as well as archery situations and has different ranging modes to choose from with Auto, Sport, Hunt, or scan modes. The Auto mode displays the range of the target with the strongest return signal while the Sport mode goes for the closest target in a group. The Hunt mode displays the farthest range in a group of targets, which is especially helpful when foliage is also in the picture.

It is built with a rugged armored rubber exterior to ensure a solid grip regardless of the conditions and helps protect the system from light drops. Within the solid exterior is what Burris calls a sophisticated program and laser rangefinding system that is user customizable with real-time data and operation feedback for a higher degree of accuracy in any setting. The Signature LRF 2000 has a sealed nitrogen-filled chassis for waterproof and fog proof performance.

The Signature LRF 2000 also allows the user to select the preferred display option for the data. The user can choose from line-of-sight (LOS) only, horizontal distance (HOR) only, LOS and HOR, LOS and angle (ANG) above and below horizontal, and HOR and ANG together. With the 7x magnification and HD glass, the rangefinder makes it easy to find targets and get accurate information up to 2,400 yards or 2,194 meters. The Signature LRF 2000 is accurate to within 1 yard at under 1,000 yards and within 2 yards over 1,000 yards.

Rounding out the features of the Signature LRF 2000 is an adjustable eyepiece that ensures a crisp focus for any shooter with its +/-6 diopter adjustment range. The Burris Signature LRF 2000 rangefinder has a battery life of 2000 ranges with 1 CR2 battery and has an MSRP of $360.

Tyrant Designs has updated its offerings for aftermarket pistol accessories, this time producing flared magwells for certain H&K VP9 and VP40 model pistols. This addition should make owners of those H&K happy to have another option for upgrades.

Precision machined from billet aluminum, the H&K VP9/VP40 Flared Magwells offers a simple and nonpermanent addition to help guild magazines in place smoother and easier. According to Tyrant, the flared magwell adds to the ergonomics of the pistol and in turn, helps increase loading speeds.

Thanks to the aluminum construction, the VP9/VP40 flared magwells add very little weight and bulk to the pistol keeping the profile sleek and still able to easily conceal. The magwell acts like an OEM replacement and is shaped like a funnel to help guide magazines into place quickly and easily. The weight it does add to the pistol provides balance to the pistol and thanks to the one-piece design, the user won’t have to worry about losing pieces.

The anodized aluminum flared magwell can be secured in place with a set screw. The functionality of the piece and retention are aided by underside cuts on the piece but thanks to the design, magazines won’t get stuck.

The Tyrant Designs H&K VP9/VP40 flared magwells are compatible with certain models, including the VP9, VP9L, VP9 Tactical, VP40, and VP40 Tactical. The magwell will not work with the H&K VP9 SK. The flared magwells are available in different colors including black, red, machined aluminum, grey, blue, and gold.

The Tyrant Designs H&K VP9/VP40 flared magwells are light but will not make the pistol imprint while concealed carrying or being used during competitions. The increased ease of reloading magazines with the H&K pistols means with some practice no-look reloading can be accomplished, according to Tyrant. The flared magwells have an MSRP of $69.95.

Having the correct red dot for defensive purposes isn’t just nice, it’s a must. The red dot sight mounted to your daily carry gun should be reliable, durable, and well-made. It should withstand serious use and include features specific to those who utilize an everyday carry gun. Vortex Optics is fulfilling that niche with the Defender CCW red dot sight, a carefully designed sight made to perform when you need it most.

The Vortex Defender CCW is made for versatility, meaning it’s designed for gun owners packing full-size, subcompact, and even micro-compact guns. It’s created for self-defense and is meant to give users an edge for speed and accuracy.

This red dot is ultra-compact and tough with a substantial sight window for more effective “both eyes open” shooting and improved peripheral vision. It also has a smooth, slim profile so it does not add unnecessary bulk to the gun while ensuring a snag-free draw.

Features of the Vortex Defender CCW include:

• Distortion-free aspherical lenses for improved clarity and superior color fidelity.
• Shockshield polymer insert designed to protect the sight from hard use.
• Fast-Rack textured front face to facilitate racking the slide under stress.
• Adjustable brightness so illumination can be set according to the user’s needs and preferences.
• Auto-shutoff for the purpose of extending battery life.
• Motion activated so it’s on and ready the instant you need it.
• Shield RMS footprint to eliminate the need for retro-fitting, extra plates, or drilling and tapping.
• 3 or 6 MOA red dot reticles are available.

The sight ships with:

• 1″ Shim Plate
• Picatinny Mount
• Rubber Cover
• Lens Cloth
• CR1632 Battery
• Custom Tool
• Commonly used mounting screw sets

The Defender CCW is 1.6 inches in length and weighs 0.95 ounces. This is a truly lightweight sight, and despite its weight, it is built to last. The dot is currently only offered in red. Please note the motion-activated feature is designed for use in sleep mode, not when the optic has been shut down.

What do you think, is this red dot going to be the next addition to your carry setup? Tell us what you think in the comments section.

MSRP for the Vortex Optics Defender CCW is set at $249.99 for either the 3 MOA or 6 MOA model.

Pulsar Night Vision has released two additions to its Thermion family of thermal rifle scopes, the Duo DXP50 and the Thermion 2 LRF XG50. These two rifle scopes are the latest members of the thermal scope line, with one having an extra digital 4k display while the other features a laser range finder.

Thermion Duo DXP50

Designed initially for hunting, the Duo DXP50 is said to be the first multispectral hunting rifle scope that combines high-tech thermal imaging with the clarity of a full-color daytime optic. The scope has a detection range of 1800 yards and has a versatile multispectral optic that can be used in any weather conditions. The thermal portion has a 640×480 high-sensitivity sensor that can be used to defeat camouflage and can be used to find the animal behind foliage or through dense fog.

The DXP50 scope dual sources can be used together or separately, employing a picture-in-picture display with an option to swap the sources for primary viewing. This enables the user to see the images in full color 4k HD with the thermal signatures present. In addition to the PiP, the 16x magnification digital source also is able to record photos or videos, and one-shot freeze zeroing.

The DXP50 can be used during the day or at night. It has a battery life of around 10 hours with both internal and external battery sources that can be hot-swapped in the field to continue the hunt. According to Pulsar, regardless of the zoom or function, the scope delivers a clean, crisp image. The Pulsar Duo DXP50 thermal rifle scope is set to hit the US market by summer 2023 with a price tag of around $6,500.

Thermion 2 LRF XG50

The Thermion 2 LRF XG50 is said to be the flagship of the Thermion family. The XG50 has a longer distance, reaching out to nearly 2500 yards. According to one report, the XG50 isn’t as sensitive as the DXP50, but just as clear in most situations. On the top of the scope, instead of a digital portion, this scope features a laser range finder with plus or minus one meter up to 1,000 meters.

The LRF XG50 has a 640×480 thermal sensor that works in conjunction with the 12μm pixel pitch for a sharp image. This scope, when compared to the previous one, has a bit of a sacrifice when it comes to the field of view in exchange for a longer magnification. Additionally, the XG50 has an application that allows the user to set up a ballistic profile and works with the scope to give an updated indication for point of aiming, in mil or MOA for adjustments.

The LRF XG50 thermal rifle scope also has around a 10-hour battery life and is available in the US currently. The ballistic calculator app will be available at the end of the month. The price for Pulsar Thermion 2 LRF XG50 thermal rifle scope is just under $6,600.

Beretta has upgraded its line of Model 21A Bobcat pocket pistols. The compact pistol has been around for over 70 years in different versions, and now Beretta is adding three additional colorways to choose from for the .22lr version.

The “mouse gun” is designed for maximum concealment. With three different colors to choose from, surely more people will start to see the appeal of the pistol. Now available in what Beretta calls Kale Slushy, Ghost Buster, and Silver Black Gorilla, the pistol is said to fit perfectly into pockets, purses, and bags to be where you need it when you need it.

The tip-up-barrel design of the pistol is said to be wholly produced within the US, with the 21A being the .22lr version of the .45ACP Model 21. Labeled the Bobcat, the Model 21A has the general feel and function of its predecessors with an alloy frame to keep the weight down.

Previously available in a satin-blued finish and nickel, the new colors need no real explanation of the color schemes. The Kale Slushy is what you’d expect with tones of green throughout the pattern. The Ghost Buster is an all-grey/matte silver color scheme, and the Silver Black Gorilla is exactly that. The colors are available on the Covert standard Model 21A, which has an extended 2.9” barrel, up from the 2.5” barrel of other models, and is threaded 1/2×28 with a thread protector.

Beretta did not get rid of the old favorites of matte black finish, aluminum Inox, and the FDE colors. Continuing with the older standards, the tip-up-barrel design allows the user to load a round directly into the chamber without having to rack the slide and allows for an easier clearing of the weapon when necessary. The pistol also is quick and easy to clean, thanks to that tip-up barrel, making it a breeze to access and clean the chamber, bore, and breech face all without full disassembly of the pistol.

The Beretta Model 21A Bobcat comes with a 7-round capacity magazine making it 7+1 overall and has an overall height of 3.7 inches and length of 5.4”. While small, the weight is small at 14.5 ounces unloaded. The pistol has a larger price tag, whether from the Beretta name or not, with an MSRP of $649.

Anderson Manufacturing, a relatively young company within the firearms realm, released the Kiger-9C Pro pistol at SHOT Show 2023, as an upgraded version of its Kiger-9C pistol. The compact Kiger-9C Pro pistol is said to bring versatility to your everyday carry.

The Kiger-9C Pro was supposedly developed with feedback from consumers in mind. It has the polymer frame from the Kiger-9C with the optimized beaver tail, aggressive texturing, undercut trigger guard, and a Picatinny rail that is forward on the frame under the barrel. The frame updates give enhanced controls, and the Pro version has an extended magazine and slide release.

Chambered in 9mm, the striker-fired Kiger-9C Pro is a short-recoil operated semi-auto pistol with a 416 stainless steel barrel and slide. The slide is skeletonized for a reduction in weight with three ports on each side and one on top, all located frontside. The rear sides of the slide have serrations for ultimate handling and easy manipulation.

The frame has an aggressive stippling grip, slide texture, and cuts, the user can be confident in the grip regardless of the conditions. Additionally, the frame rails are over-molded to enhance the overall rigidity. Between the frame and the fluted, crowned barrel give it better muzzle velocity and accuracy.

The Kiger-9C Pro steel slide boasts a suppressor-heigh front with a dovetail rear sight. On top of that, the Pro is optics-ready with a Ruggedized Miniature Reflex (RMR) pattern optic cut on the slide. The Pro has a fluted 3.91” long barrel with a DLC-coated barrel with a recessed crown. The steel chemistry combined with the SLC coating makes it strong, heat resistant, and durable.

The pistol has overall dimensions that make it perfect for everyday carry. At just 7” long, 5.5” tall, and 1” wide, it’s compact and discreet. With all these features of the Kiger-9C Pro, the overall package weight is just a pound unloaded, and just 1.6 pounds fully loaded with a 15+1 capacity.

The Anderson Manufacturing Kiger-9C Pro comes from the company with a 15-round magazine, carrying case, target, and a lifetime warranty. It has an MSRP of $539. It also appears that the company has a suppressor-ready (SRS) series Pro coming soon that will have a threaded barrel.