New Gun Releases

Looking for a new truck gun, home defense firearm, or range gun? The latest from Smith & Wesson checks all those boxes and more. It’s the Smith & Wesson M&P FPC, a pistol caliber carbine boasting a host of features, all designed to improve performance and versatility. The M&P FPC is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and well suited to a broad range of uses. Interested? Read on.

Smith & Wesson states the M&P FPC beautifully showcases the company’s new, compact, folding design. Thanks to the way the gun is designed to fold, it’s even easier to transport or tuck away in tighter spaces, such as for use as a truck gun.

The gun ships with one 17-round and two 23-round magazines, giving shooters options right out of the box. There’s no scrambling to find a magazine with this gun, either, thanks to storage space for mags within the stock that features a quick-release latch. With the M&P FPC, reloads are even faster, and you have the ability to always have a spare mag on hand when you need it most.

This is a gun that offers fantastic cross-compatibility, too. According to the gun maker, the M&P FPC is compatible with M&P full-size and compact pistol double-stack magazines, making it even more versatile. In addition, every gun ships with a carrying bag with a variety of storage options and Velcro straps for security and accessibility.

Features of the Smith & Wesson M&P FPC include:

• 9mm chambering.
• Ships with both 17 and 23-round magazines.
• Folding design for portability and storage.
• Compatible with compact and full-size double-stack M&P pistol magazines.
• 16.25-inch barrel.
• Blowback action.
• Threaded barrel for easy addition of muzzle devices.
• Picatinny rail runs length of the handguard for easy addition of optics and magnifiers.
• M-LOK compatible handguard for aftermarket accessories such as lights and lasers.

This is a purpose-driven gun with fantastic applications for self-defense use. And, of course, it’s also a great option for range use and could even be used to hunt pests and varmints.

MSRP for the Smith & Wesson M&P FPC is set at $659.00.

Carrying a handgun on your body requires the correct holster. Without the right holster, your gun might not be properly retained, positioned, or protected. If you’re concealing it, even more factors come into play. Going a step further, if your carry gun has a weapon-mounted light on it, your holster needs are even more specific. The PHLster Floodlight 2 is a holster made for use with certain weapon-mounted lights, and it provides the perfect marriage of function and form. This is a holster that isn’t only effective, it’s comfortable.

PHLster states that the Floodlight2 is made using superior materials; the same rugged plastic as pistol frames and rifle stocks. This holster design is one described by the holster maker as “future-proof” meaning Floodlight users can get use out of their holster for years to come. This is largely thanks to the plastic used in its construction which extends its lifespan significantly.

The Floodlight 2 has numerous improved features such as the use of DCC Mod4 1.5 clips for standard belt attachment. The clips are extremely high-quality and included on the Floodlight 2 at a lower price than if they were to be added to the previous model, making the new design an even better option for gun owners.

Other features include PHLster’s patent-pending ComfortScape technology, a system of external ribs made to feel like a single, smooth, organic shape against the user’s skin. This technology not only improves concealment, but it’s also a fantastic enhancement for all-day wear thanks to the passive moisture and heat management the ribbing provides.

The Floodlight2 is offered for TLR-1 and X300U lights. Four colors are available: Charcoal, Tundra, Sage, and Earth.

Another addition to the PHLster family of holsters is the Lightbearing Enigma, a concealed carry system designed for comfort and incredible versatility. The faceplate is made for compatibility with the Floodlight 2, making the holster and system combo ideal for dedicated gun owners. With the Lightbearing Enigma, you can conceal your handgun with a weapon-mounted light with no need to hunt for a gun belt or fuss over concealment layers. The Enigma system provides the ultimate in concealability, and all-in-one easy-to-use package.

MSRP for the PHLster Floodlight 2 is set at $138 while the Lightbearing Enigma varies by specific features selected.

Looking for a new truck gun, home defense firearm, or range gun? The latest from Smith & Wesson checks all those boxes and more. It’s the Smith & Wesson M&P FPC, a pistol caliber carbine boasting a host of features, all designed to improve performance and versatility. The M&P FPC is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and well suited to a broad range of uses. Interested? Read on.

Smith & Wesson states the M&P FPC beautifully showcases the company’s new, compact, folding design. Thanks to the way the gun is designed to fold, it’s even easier to transport or tuck away in tighter spaces, such as for use as a truck gun.

The gun ships with one 17-round and two 23-round magazines, giving shooters options right out of the box. There’s no scrambling to find a magazine with this gun, either, thanks to storage space for mags within the stock that features a quick-release latch. With the M&P FPC, reloads are even faster, and you have the ability to always have a spare mag on hand when you need it most.

This is a gun that offers fantastic cross-compatibility, too. According to the gun maker, the M&P FPC is compatible with M&P full-size and compact pistol double-stack magazines, making it even more versatile. In addition, every gun ships with a carrying bag with a variety of storage options and Velcro straps for security and accessibility.

Features of the Smith & Wesson M&P FPC include:

• 9mm chambering.
• Ships with both 17 and 23-round magazines.
• Folding design for portability and storage.
• Compatible with compact and full-size double-stack M&P pistol magazines.
• 16.25-inch barrel.
• Blowback action.
• Threaded barrel for easy addition of muzzle devices.
• Picatinny rail runs length of the handguard for easy addition of optics and magnifiers.
• M-LOK compatible handguard for aftermarket accessories such as lights and lasers.

This is a purpose-driven gun with fantastic applications for self-defense use. And, of course, it’s also a great option for range use and could even be used to hunt pests and varmints.

MSRP for the Smith & Wesson M&P FPC is set at $659.00.

Glock has added a few models to its Gen 5 line-up, including the 9mm G47 and variants of the G20 in 10mm and the G21 in .45. Shown initially at SHOT Show 2023, the Gen 5 models are readily welcomed by consumers, some of which have been waiting for these updated models for over 10 years.

The Glock 21 was initially released in 1990 and had its last update in 2011, essentially frozen in time since then. Glock seemed to be following market trends since then and focused more on the smaller framed 9mm, but what some have seen as a resurgence of large framed pistols, has breathed a fresh breath into the larger full-sized framed 10mm G20 and the .45 G21 pistols.

So, what got updated on the Gen 5 Glock 21?

According to Glock, all the Gen5 qualities are present in this compact-sized pistol. The G21 Gen5 MOS has improved accuracy, lighter recoil, and is ready to accept an optic on the slide. The G21 has dropped the finger grooves on the grip but added a flared magwell and a standard ambidextrous slide-stop lever.

It has a barrel a little over 4.5” and an overall weight of just under 26 ounces unloaded. Although the G21 Gen5 MOS does not have the freshly announced flat-faced Glock Performance Trigger, its trigger does have a smoother pull and an improved reset when compared to previous models.

The G21 Gen5 MOS pistol has the nDLC surface finish on the major metal components that give the pistol unmatched hardness and rust resistance. The frame has a high traction texture for a better feel and grip on the hand. The pistol also features a reversible magazine catch that can be quickly changed, and the Glock Modular Backstrap System (MBS) so the shooter can adjust the fit of the pistol to their hand easier.

To help round out the features on the Gen5 Glock 21 is the MOS portion standard from the factory, which stands for Modular Optics System, meaning it’s optics-ready out of the box. So far, the G21 Gen5 MOS is one of only a few .45 ACP pistols in the Glock catalog that have the MOS standard. Initial reports state that the Gen5 MOS pistol will come with the No. 2 optics plate that is compatible with Trijicon, Ameriglo, and Holosun patterned red dots, with other plates available from Glock.

The Gen5 Glock 21 MOS has a 13-round capacity with Glock’s Safe Action System and the high visibility orange magazine followers. The G21 Gen5 MOS pistol is available with an MSRP of around $650.

FN America, LLC has given lovers of its pistols another option to choose from with the release of four promotional pistol bundles for the FN 509 and FNX-45 Tactical. These bundles include upgrades like the FN 509 flat-faced trigger and fiber optic front sight, in addition to the five magazines per package.

Each pistol bundle will be packaged with three additional extended capacity magazines, if available, to reach that 5-magazine total. The bundle will come inside a premium FN zippered range bag and will be available for a limited time only.

FN 509 Tactical 

The first package is for the FN 509 Tactical pistol. This pistol is a duty-proven pistol with upgrades that are perfect for a high-round count shooter, like FN’s custom flat-faced precision trigger. The FN 509 Tactical is optics-ready with suppressor height night sights and includes three 24-round magazines and two 17-round magazines. The pistol bundle is available in black or FDE with two different magazine configuration options for an MSRP of $1,104.

FN 509 MRD FOS

The next package from FN is for the FN 509 MRD FOS, the fiber optic front sight option. This pistol is patterned after the handgun chosen by the LAPD. This pistol also features FN’s custom flat-faced precision trigger, and the shooter can co-witness with a fiber optic front sight. The FN 509 MRD FOS has a flat dark earth or black finish and a factory-milled slide. The pistol has magazine choices of three 10-round magazines or three 24-round magazines. The FN 509 MRD FOS bundle has an MSRP of $899.

FN 509 Compact

The third pistol bundle from FN is the FN 509 Compact pistol bundle. The FN 509 Compact is the next generation for personal protection and is specifically designed for concealed carry with a full-sized performance. This pistol bundle has three extra 24-round magazines, ambidextrous controls, and a flat-faced precision trigger that is perfect for high-round count practice shooters. The pistol bundle is available in black or FDE and has an MSRP of $754.

FNX-45 Tactical

The last five-magazine FN pistol bundle is the FNX 45 Tactical. The FNX-45 Tactical pistol offers performance with the latest technological advancements that no other handgun can match, according to FN. This .45ACP pistol has ambidextrous controls and is available in either black or FDE finishes. The FNX-45 Tactical pistol bundle has an MSRP of $1,379.

The ability to hunt at night broadens your options exponentially. Although not all animals can be hunted at night, many predators and non-game animals can be, such as feral hogs and bobcats. If you don’t have thermal, hunting them is a lot harder. If you have thermal on hand, your success will be far greater. Of course, not all animals come close. For example, coyotes are notorious for getting hung up at a distance. X-Vision Optics is here to help with the long-range friendly Impact TS300, a thermal scope specifically made for those longer shots.

According to X-Vision optics, the TS300 has a 640 x 480 thermal sensor capable of detecting large animals at distances past 3,000 yards, which is truly impressive. The TS300 offers a total of ten reticle styles with six color options and six different palettes, meaning you can select the features you prefer for the place and time.

This thermal has an IP67 weatherproof rating, meaning it’s more capable of withstanding the elements, and it’s made with a durable chassis. Even better, this scope can be used for day or night hunting, meaning you can have one scope that does it all on your favorite rifle.

Between the Impact TS300’s 3100-yard detection range and 1400-yard recognition range, you can be confident you’ll find your target. This scope has a high frame rate of 50 Hz and 12 µm pixel size, meaning it can capture sharp images and provide smooth tracking of even quickly moving animals at a distance. The scope’s objective lens is 35mm in diameter and, according to the manufacturer, it has a field of view of 70 feet at 100 yards. Magnification for the TS300 is listed as 2 to 16x.

One great feature of this thermal scope is the fact that it emits a WiFi signal, making it capable of connecting to numerous devices at the same time without relying on data. This facilitates a true long-range connection, allowing devices to connect to the thermal up to 150 yards out. The TS300 ships with free applications for IOS and Android devices so pictures and videos can be saved either on a connected device or utilizing the scope’s internal memory of 16 GB.

Other features of this scope include optional hotspot tracking, a capability that utilizes a crosshair to pinpoint and then follow whatever the hottest object is in its field of view. which uses a small crosshair to pinpoint and follow the hottest object in its field of view. This makes it much simpler to track a far-off, moving object. In addition, the scope has a stadiametric rangefinder so you can figure out just how far away a target really is in real-time. A picture-in-picture feature also allows the user to see the scope’s max magnification in a subset of the main screen.

MSRP for the X-Vision Optics Impact TS300 thermal scope is set at $5999.99.

Hunters, and everyday shooters alike, understand the need for precision aiming when shooting shotguns, especially with the tighter patterns and longer distances with current loads. Given the increased popularity of tungsten shot, when a tighter aim is required, many shooters get that with a red dot. But not all shotguns have the ability to mount a red dot. Enter the Burris SpeedBead Vent Rib mount for red dots.

According to Burris, the Vent Rib Mount allows the shooter to transform the shotgun into a dynamic hunting-ready weapon that allows the shooter to get on target for clays, waterfowl, upland, and turkey targets. The easy-to-install SpeedBead Vent Rib mount goes on lightning-fast without the need for drilling or tapping any holes.

The mount, specifically designed for use with the Burris FastFire series of red dot optics, or any red dot that uses a Docter mounting pattern, has an easy DIY installation. The unique design of the Vent Rib mount makes it self-centering with no play to the sides and comes with assorted rib adapters that allow the mount to be compatible with multiple rib widths.

The SpeedBead Vent Rib mount is constructed from aluminum with a black anodized finish that won’t damage the finish on the shotgun and provides a seamless look. Additionally, according to Burris, the SpeedBead Vent Rib Mount completely captures the vent rib on both sides for maximum clamping power along the full length of the mount. Since the mount can attach anywhere along the vent rib, it can be adjusted forward or rearward to match the perfect location for the shooter’s sightline.

The red dot optic of choice attaches to the Vent Rib mount and then attaches to the shotgun vent rib. It is the perfect addition to any shotgun that did not come from the factory with an optic-compatible receiver and comes with Burris’ unconditional Burris Forever Warranty. The SpeedBead Vent Rib mount is a great solution for shotguns using high-density ammunition as well as shotguns with tight chokes or for hunting turkeys at close range.

The Burris SpeedBead Vent Rib mount is available currently and has an MSRP of $60.

Burris Optics, a leader in the manufacturing hunting optics, has taken its considerable knowledge and developed the Veracity PH 4-20x50mm scope, the latest in the Veracity family of scopes. The Veracity PH is reportedly packed with cutting-edge features perfect for varmint hunters.

The Veracity PH has the PEK system (Programable Elevation Knob) and built-in Heads-Up Display (HUD). The scope also features Bluetooth connectivity for uploading data to Burris’ mobile app, and premium optical clarity. These features make the Veracity PH optic the most precise hunting optic from Burris, according to the company.

Burris used its many years of research and development to give the shooter easy, efficient, and precise shot placement The PEK system, with the HUD, is the center of the Veracity PH optic, showing exact dialed distance, wind hold, rifle cant, and battery level. It is user-configurable and works hand in hand with the recently released BurrisConnet App. The app allows the user to set up custom ballistic profiles to track all the details for the shooter. Burris notes that Wifi or cell service is not needed to use the app, with the system only relying on Bluetooth between the scope and the app.

The Veracity PH has a 5x zoom system and high-performance glass for exceptional brightness and clarity from close-up to far away. The scope also has a Wind MOA FFP reticle with a front focal plane design, adding to the unit’s accuracy. Additionally, the unit has a side focus/parallax adjustment. So, the target image matches the reticle focal magnification, from 50 yards to infinity, eliminating parallax error on extended-range shots.

The Veracity PH has Progressively Thick Crosshairs (PTC) that are fine in the center and get progressively thicker the further away from the center. This allows the shooter ultra-fast target engagement in low light at close ranges.  The scope has a double internal spring-tension system that keeps the scope zeroed through shock, recoil, and vibrations. Not only that, but the scope body is a solid, one-piece design that will hold up against the heaviest recoiling caliber rifles. Additionally, the body of the scope is Nitrogen-filled to prevent internal fogging in cold or rainy conditions.

The Burris Optics Veracity PH 4-20x50mm scope is said to maximize every hunter’s potential for success in the field. It is covered by Burris’ Forever Warranty. The Veracity PH scope has an MSRP of $1,200 and is available now.

High Speed Gear has given its popular TACO line of pouches an upgrade with the Polymer HSGI TACO V2 line has a revamped design with fresh features and is available in rifle and pistol sizes.

The Polymer TACO V2 was made with guidance from military personnel and law enforcement officers, along with other end-users. Taking the company slogan of “Battle Proven Tactical Gear,” HSG overhauled and modernized the design. Part of the upgrade to the design is the updated shock-cord lacing system that allows for easier customization and even allows for stacking multiple magazines.

“The Polymer TACO V2 has been one of our most tested products to date,” said Allison Mitchum, Director of sales and marketing at High Speed Gear. “It has been tested by some of our local US Marines, as well as police officers who require the highest standard of product. High Speed Gear takes great pride as well as great care in everything we bring to market, and we are very proud of the newest Polymer TACO V2 line up.”

The Polymer TACO V2 pouch has a flared opening with a waterproof, non-absorbent polymer for durability and ease of use. Its modular attachment points on the front and the back, allow other Polymer TACO pouches to be added as needed. The pouches mount to MOLLE or belts up to two inches wide with the HSGI Universal clips. Their universal mounting hole configuration works with most mounting hardware pieces.

The rifle TACO V2 features opposite interior magazine catch channels that enable smooth insertion of either left- or right-facing AR-style magazines. The Pistol model fits a large range of pistol magazines including most single or double-stack in addition to other things like flashlights, OC spray, or multitools.

The new pouches are available in Black, Coyote Brown, or OD Green. The Rifle model pouch has an MSRP of $40, while the Pistol model has an MSRP of $33. Both are available now.