The Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) Pangolin fixed blade knife is a very nice combination of craftsmanship, materials, and purpose-built design. The Pangolin could make a perfect back-up knife for patrol or SWAT work, or just a very nice off-duty knife as well. Designed by Ryan Johnson, of RMJ Tactical in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the Pangolin not only looks good, it feels … [Read more...]
New Tru-Glo Tru-Brite 1-6x24mm Scope
TRUGLO introduced several new optics at SHOT Show this year, including their new Tru-Brite 1-6x24mm tactical rifle scope. Previously TRUGLO had entered the variable magnification rifle optic market with the Tru-Brite 1-4x24mm scope. This new optic is another entry in this increasingly popular rifle optic option. Variable magnification provides shooters a much greater … [Read more...]
Kriss Vector Gen II in 9mm
KRISS introduced the new Vector Gen II at SHOT Show this year. Chambered in the very popular 9mm cartridge, and designed to use Glock magazines, the new Gen II Vector is the next step in one of the most innovative firearms to enter the market in recent history. There are several options for the KRISS Vector Gen II, ranging from a pistol to carbine. The Vector Gen II 9mm … [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...]
New Daniel Defense DD5V1 Review
Daniel Defense added the new DD5V1 rifle chambered in the increasingly popular 7.62x51mm during SHOT Show this year. The DD5V1 has several upgraded features, and innovative design features, and shot very well at the Industry Day at the Range. This .308 caliber rifle could become a competitor in the AR-10 style market, if the price doesn't chase buyers away, but we'll talk more … [Read more...]
New Galco Rifle Bungee Sling
Galco Gunleather announced the introduction of their new Bungee Sling for rifles during the SHOT Show. This new sling is particularly designed for AR-15 rifles, but could easily be installed on shotguns or other long guns as well. Galco Gunleather has been making excellent handgun holsters for over 45 years. The new Bungee Sling is the newest member of Galco's Tactical Sling … [Read more...]
Streamlight Adds New Protac Rail Mount Lights
Streamlight was full of new products at SHOT Show again this year. Advancing their highly popular and incredibly effective lights are the new Protac Rail Mount 1 and Rail Mount 2 lights. Streamlight has been one of the most popular law enforcement light sources for years, and these new rail-mounted lights for police long guns are just more examples of the excellent engineering … [Read more...]
Springfield Armory’s New Compact XDs in .40 S&W
The Springfield Armory booths were packed with new offerings at SHOT Show 2016. One of the completely new firearms was the XDs chambered in .40 S&W, finishing out the XDs family that now offers single stack, concealed carry pistols in .45 ACP, 9mm, and now .40 S&W. The BlueSheepDog crew has previously reported on both the Springfield XDs .45 ACP and Springfield XDs 9mm … [Read more...]
Kimber K6S Review – Best New Revolver!
Kimber has established one of the best reputations in custom firearms manufacturing in the country. Kimber's signature custom designs have centered around the venerable Model 1911 with various calibers offered. Kimber has even produced their own semi-auto pistol design in the Solo pistol. This year Kimber broke the mold and entered the revolver market, with the K6S .357 Magnum, … [Read more...]