ATI Gunstocks introduced their new Scorpion X2 AR-15 grip at SHOT Show this year. The Scorpion X2 is an ergonomically designed pistol grip option for the AR-15, or Modern Sporting Rifle (MSR). The Scorpion X2 incorporates several design features from various existing grips, and is made from DuPont glass reinforced polymer. We previously reported on the ATI Scorpion X2 grip … [Read more...]
Galco Introduces New BlakGuard Holster
This year at SHOT Show Galco Gunleather released the company's new BlakGuard belt holster. The Galco BlakGuard holster is an innovative combination of traditional styles and modern materials. Made with an extremely durable injected molded plastic outer carrier, the BlakGuard remains faithful to the traditional leather holster by combining Premium Center Cut Steer hide as the … [Read more...]
New TRUGLO TRU-TEC Red-Dot Optics
TRUGLO continued to expand its offering for sights and optics at the annual SHOT Show this year. Two of the new items that caught our attention were the TRU-TEC 20mm and TRU-TEC 30mm red-dot optics. The 20mm version is a nice compact red dot that won't add a lot of weight to your rifle, but will still provide excellent aiming and reflex shooting capability. The 30mm version not … [Read more...]
Speed, Surprise, and Violence of Action – Part III
This is the third installment of our series examining the concept of, "Speed, Surprise, and Violence of Action". In Part I we detailed our opinions of the good and bad of Speed. In Part II we evaluated how Surprise can be both beneficial and costly. Now, in Part III, we will evaluate the term, "Violence of Action". Words provide powerful images in the American … [Read more...]
PepperBall P4 VKS AR-Style Launcher
PepperBall announced a brand new launcher at SHOT Show this year. Well, sort of! The new Pepperball P4 VKS launcher is an advanced design of the Security With Advanced Technology (SWAT) MK-IV launcher, the was brought on board when SWAT merged with PepperBall back in 2008. Taking on a very familiar AR-15 style look, the P4 VKS is actually constructed of an upper and a lower … [Read more...]
CRKT Minimalist Self-Defense Knife – First Look
Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) showed off its new Minimalist Black Drop Point knife at the SHOT Show this year. Considered a utility knife by the company, the Minimalist makes a lot of sense as a deep cover, self-defense tool carried in the oft-ignored neck knife position. As you know, the BlueSheepdog Crew are big fans of CRKT knives and tools as they provide … [Read more...]