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Barrett Releases Limited-Edition America 250 Series

Tuesday, January 20th, 2026

Murfreesboro, TN — Barrett® Firearms Manufacturing Inc. today announced a limited-edition commemorative rifle series in recognition of America’s 250th Anniversary.  The release consists of 500 total collectible rifles, representing “Two .50s for 250.” This exclusive series includes 250 twenty-inch Model 82A1® rifles and 250 twenty-inch M107A1® rifles, each meticulously crafted as a tribute to American independence and innovation.

The 20-inch Model 82A1 rifles feature serial numbers LIBERTY001 through LIBERTY250 and are finished in a custom Cerakote® design incorporating the iconic “Join or Die” snake motif.

The Model 82A1 America 250 Series features the iconic “Join or Die” snake motif.

The 20-inch M107A1 rifles carry serial numbers FREEDOM001 through FREEDOM250 and feature a custom Cerakote finish with a subdued American 1776 flag design.

The M107A1 America 250 Series features a subdued American 1776 flag design.

Each rifle will be delivered as a complete serial-number matching commemorative set, pairing the firearm with an RMJ Tactical tomahawk specific to its model — the Patriot Tomahawk for the Model 82A1 and the Kestrel Tomahawk for the M107A1 — along with a serial-number matching commemorative challenge coin and certificate of authenticity signed by Ronnie Barrett, founder of Barrett Firearms. The complete presentation is housed in a custom Pelican® case that displays the rifle while fully assembled and includes a Barrett manual and sticker set.

Two additional matched sets of Model 82A1 and M107A1 rifles featuring the serial numbers LIBERTY1776 and FREEDOM1776, as well as LIBERTY2026 and FREEDOM2026, will each be auctioned to the highest bidder through GunBroker.com®.

To further honor this historic milestone, Barrett will conduct a special fundraising initiative in support of America’s veterans.  From March 15 through July 31, 2026, participants may donate $100 per entry for an unlimited number of chances to win a matched set of commemorative Model 82A1 and M107A1 rifles, with the winner announced on August 3, 2026. Proceeds from the donation-based drawing will benefit a nationally recognized United States Veteran’s organization to be announced at a later date, reinforcing Barrett’s commitment to honoring American history while giving back to those who have served the nation.

Barrett’s America 250 Series stands as a lasting tribute to the founding principles of the United States and to those who have defended them for generations

“America’s 250th anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on the values that define this nation and the people who have defended them,” said Bryan James, CEO of Barrett. “The America 250 Campaign is our way of honoring that legacy while directly supporting America’s veterans. These rifles represent more than craftsmanship and collectability, they represent gratitude, service, and our responsibility to give back.”

The America 250 Series stands as a lasting tribute to the founding principles of the United States and to those who have defended them for generations. Through this limited-edition release and its associated fundraising efforts, Barrett reaffirms its commitment to honoring American history, supporting veterans, and preserving a legacy of service, freedom, and responsibility.

Savage Arms Unveils the Next Generation of the Historic Model 110

Monday, January 19th, 2026

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – January 16, 2026 – Savage Arms®, an iconic firearm manufacturer, has announced a new era of its legacy Model 110. The new chapter of this platform features 16 purpose-built models and spans hundreds of new SKUs, including new cartridge offerings and left-hand models.

The Legacy

The Model 110, introduced in 1958, holds the distinction of being the longest continuously produced bolt-action rifle in America. Designed by Nicholas L. Brewer, it was initially chambered in .30-06 Springfield and .270 Winchester, offering hunters a robust, yet affordable option, priced at just $109.75 when it was introduced. Over the years, the Model 110 has continued to evolve, introducing innovations such as the AccuTrigger™, AccuFit™ and AccuStock™ systems, enhancing its performance and user customization.

“The 110 is our longest standing rifle, and for good reason,” said Beth Shimanski, Vice President of Marketing at Savage Arms. “This model has helped make Savage Arms what it is today, and it will be a part of the future of Savage for a very long time. Building on the next evolution of AXIS that was launched in 2024, the new era of the 110 exemplifies Savage’s ability to maintain our standing as a heritage brand while staying at the forefront of innovation.”

The New Era

The upgraded platform features the all-new AccuFit V2™, powered by the Quick Set Dial (QSD system, which makes quick adjustments effortless. The integrated, toolless design lets you fine-tune your length of pull and comb height at any time. No hassle, no tools. Fit for you, giving you confidence in every shot. Some models will also offer users the option to change their pistol grip size. Options in small, medium and large grip modules make this stock truly fit for anyone.

The redesigned stock, inspired by the modern shape popularized on the Axis line-up, features a high cheek piece and steep grip angle, enhancing both aesthetics and ergonomics

Manufacturing advancements include a “vertical cut” process in the receiver’s bolt travel, resulting in a smoother and more precise bolt action. The bolt head now features an improved extractor claw for better case contact, complemented by a dual ejector system to ensure reliable ejection.

A new synthetic magazine, compatible with older 110 models, offers improved feeding and handling. The second-generation AccuTrigger™ has been refined to prevent lock-up on the AccuRelease™ blade if the trigger weight is set too light, while retaining its ease of adjustment and crisp break.

For more information about Savage Arms and the next chapter of its extensive line of leading firearms, visit savagearms.com.

Staccato Introduces a New Addition to its HD 2011 Platform at SHOT SHOW: the Staccato HD C4X

Monday, January 19th, 2026

Brand also announces an elite firearms and tactical training program: Staccato Training Group

FLORENCE, Texas – (January 19, 2026) – Staccato 2011®, the creator of the 2011® pistol platform, announced at SHOT Show the launch of a new addition to its high-performance Staccato HD lineup, and flagship model: Staccato HD C4X. This all-new compact carry model furthers Staccato’s mission to deliver duty-proven, precision-built pistols trusted by professionals and responsibly armed citizens alike.

The Staccato HD C4X joins the brand’s lineup as one of the most shootable, precise, and versatile pistols, delivering the unrivaled performance and features of the Staccato HD line in a compact platform. Featuring a 4-inch barrel, the Staccato HD C4X was co-developed with an elite law-enforcement special-surveillance team to ensure it is duty-ready, while incorporating customer-driven design elements that make it well-suited for personal carry and everyday protection.

Like all models in the Staccato HD family, which represents the most advanced evolutions of the 2011 pistol platform, the Staccato HD C4X offers exceptional adaptability to match its performance. Key features include ambidextrous controls, a 15-round capacity, Glock®-pattern magazine compatibility, and Staccato’s HD HOST™ optic-mounting system.

The Staccato HD C4X will be available in three configurations, with an MSRP starting at $3,499, and will be offered through authorized Staccato dealers and on www.staccato2011.com beginning February 16th.

“The Staccato HD line continues to evolve based on real-world use and direct feedback from professionals and customers,” said Paul Smith, Vice President of Product at Staccato. “With the Staccato HD C4X, we set out to create a compact and extremely versatile pistol that can confidently be carried on duty, for personal protection, or both. This platform reflects our commitment to giving customers a high-performance option they can trust in any situation.”

The brand also introduced the Staccato Training Group (STG), an elite training program with a mission to elevate shooting and tactical proficiency for professionals and tactical enthusiasts through comprehensive live and online education. STG brings together some of the mostexperienced, respected, and decorated shooting and tactical instructors in the United States to provide real-world, performance-driven instruction rooted in proven experience.

STG will be led by Staccato’s newly appointed Vice President of Training and Competition, Max Michel, one of the world’s top pistol shooters for nearly three decades. Joining Michel in creating and leading STG’s program will be a distinguished team of world-renowned instructors, including KC Eusebio, Randy Tweedy, Chris Palmer, Erik Wollen, and a select group of elite Law Enforcement and Special Operations professionals.

“Training is the foundation of performance, confidence, and responsibility for any tactical professional or enthusiast,” said Michel. “The Staccato Training Group represents a new standard by bringing together elite instructors, real-world experience, and purpose-built programs to help attendees hone their skills and perform at the highest level.”

STG will launch a professional certification program in spring 2026 to certify U.S.-based professional and tactical instructors under a unified standard. The program will expand customer access to local, certified instruction, helping shooters get the most out of their Staccato pistols while experiencing the newest models and training.

To learn more about Staccato 2011 or to explore the full lineup of 2011 pistols, accessories, ammunition, and more, visit www.staccato2011.com or follow @staccato2011 on social media.

Jacob Grey Firearms Unveils the Hex Pro — The Next Evolution of the Award-Winning Hex Lineage

Friday, January 16th, 2026

Prosperity, South Carolina January 16, 2026 — Jacob Grey Firearms has unveiled the Hex Pro™, a refined evolution of the award-winning Hex platform that integrates the hard-earned lessons from the development and manufacturing of the Nox 9™. The result is a handgun purpose-built to push performance, durability, and shootability even further—without sacrificing the clean, intentional design language that has come to define the brand.

The Hex Pro represents a deliberate step forward. While the original Hex established Jacob Grey Firearms as a serious contender in the premium handgun market, the Hex Pro reflects the maturation of the company’s engineering and manufacturing approach following the successful launch of the Nox 9™. Every major component of the Hex Pro has been rethought, refined, or redesigned to deliver measurable improvements where they matter most.

At its core, the Hex Pro utilizes a fully CNC-machined billet 4140 pre-hardened steel frame, finished with a Black DLC coating to enhance slide-to-frame fit, durability, and long-term wear characteristics—offering a clear performance advantage over aluminum-framed designs. Paired with this is an all-new slide and improved barrel design, manufactured using updated processes developed during the Nox 9™ program.

The Hex Pro features a 4.6-inch slide and barrel, incorporating a chunk ported barrel design engineered to reduce muzzle rise while maintaining a clean, balanced aesthetic. The porting is functional, intentional, and restrained—designed to improve control without compromising reliability or visual appeal.

The grip module is fully CNC machined from 7075 aircraft-grade aluminum and hard-coat anodized, consistent with the materials used in both the original Hex and the Nox 9™. However, the Hex Pro introduces a significant ergonomic update: the grip module now incorporates the same ergonomics and overall shape as the Nox 9™, resulting in a uniquely contoured grip that fits a wide range of hand sizes naturally and securely.

Internally, the Hex Pro continues Jacob Grey Firearms’ emphasis on precision-machined, purpose-built components:

  • Fully CNC-machined billet 4140 steel frame, DLC coated black for improved fit and longevity
  • Armored Billet™ ignition components — hammer, sear, disconnector, and safeties — all CNC-machined from tool steel and PVD coated in our signature Carbon Grey
  • 2.5 lb Controlled Radius Trigger™ with over-travel adjustment and enhanced hammer/sear engagement
  • Optic-ready slide with RMR footprint plate positioned rearward of the ejection port for unobstructed operation
  • Exclusive patented ejector design, unique to the Jacob Grey platform

The Hex Pro is not a cosmetic refresh. It is a disciplined refinement—built by a team that has learned what it takes to scale production, meet demand, and deliver premium firearms consistently while continuing to innovate behind the scenes.

The Hex Pro makes its public debut at SHOT Show 2026, where attendees can see the handgun up close and experience the next chapter of the Hex lineage firsthand.

For more information about the Hex Pro and Jacob Grey Firearms’ SHOT Show 2026 presence, visit: jacobgreyfirearms.com/2026-shot-show or jacobgreyfirearms.com/shop/hex-protm-complete-handgun-4520.

SHOT Show 2026: Eyeviation Brings the World’s First Cognitive-Aware Firearms Training System to Civilian Ranges and Sport Shooters

Friday, January 16th, 2026

The AI-powered VCAT system, already proven in elite military and law enforcement units, expands into the civilian market as the first platform designed to train the cognitive and visual-mechanics of shooters.

Shot Show, Jan 20-23, 2026, Las Vegas, Booth #13201

January 14 2026 -Eyeviation, a developer of Human-Aware Artificial Intelligence training systems, will present its VCAT™ Virtual Cognitive-Aware Training system at SHOT Show, marking the introduction of the world’s first cognitive-aware firearms training system to the civilian shooting range and sport shooting markets.

Already operational and validated within elite military and law enforcement units in Israel and the United States, VCAT applies training methodologies developed in high-pressure operational environments to civilian firearms training. The system enables shooters to train without live fire, ammunition, or dedicated lanes, while addressing a layer of performance data that until now could not be measured or systematically trained.

Unlike conventional firearms trainers that assess performance after the shot, VCAT is the first system designed specifically to train the cognitive and visual processes across the full shot cycle. These processes govern shooting performance from target acquisition, through engagement and shot sequencing, and into post-shot recovery, including vision management, attentional control, and decision timing under pressure.

By making these processes visible and measurable, VCAT allows shooters and instructors to identify performance limitations earlier, shorten time to proficiency, and reduce training plateaus. The approach reflects how elite units accelerate skill acquisition and maintain readiness, now adapted for commercial ranges and sport shooters.

“VCAT represents a fundamental shift in how firearms training is structured,” said Or Landwer, CEO of Eyeviation. “As the first system to train the cognitive layer of shooting, it brings elite-level methodologies into civilian environments and allows shooters to focus on what truly drives improvement eminently and immediately.”

Designed for high-frequency, ammunition-free micro-training, VCAT enables a single operator to oversee multiple trainees simultaneously, significantly reducing training costs while increasing availability and safety. Live fire becomes a validation phase rather than the primary learning environment.

www.eyeviation.com

Tim Dillon Named CEO of BERSA USA

Friday, January 16th, 2026

BERSA USA, a leading innovator in the firearms and shooting sports industry, has named Tim Dillon as its new chief executive officer, bringing decades of leadership experience across the firearms, manufacturing and defense industries to the company.

Dillon joins BERSA USA with more than 40 years of industry experience spanning firearms manufacturing, product development, logistics and international compliance regulations.

In addition to his private-sector leadership, Dillon has extensive experience supporting U.S. government programs. He has served as a mentor and instructor for the U.S. Department of State’s Anti-Terrorism Assistance (ATA) Program and most recently working as a security contractor for an NGO in the middle east. Dillon is also a U.S. Army Veteran.

Previously, Dillon held senior leadership roles including vice president of product development at Christensen Arms, president of Dasan USA, and president and CEO positions at both Noveske Rifleworks and STI International. Earlier in his career, he spent nearly two decades with Brownells Inc., where he served as director of operations.

“I’m honored to join BERSA USA and lead a brand with such a strong legacy in the firearms industry,” Dillon said. “I look forward to working with the team to build on that foundation, continue delivering quality products and strengthen BERSA’s position in the U.S. market.”

As CEO, Dillon will oversee BERSA USA’s strategic direction, product development initiatives and operational execution.

To learn more about the BERSA USA visit our website at www.bersausa.com.

Franklin Armory Introduces World’s First Total Round Control Bolt Action in New Prevail Line of Rifles

Thursday, January 8th, 2026

Minden, Nev. – January 7, 2026 – Franklin Armory®, one of America’s leading manufacturers of innovative firearms and accessories, will unveil the world’s first Total Round Control™ bolt action at SHOT Show 2026 in Las Vegas. Franklin Armory engineered the patent-pending Total Round Control (TRC) system to usher in a new era of bolt action performance as the centerpiece of its Prevail™ line of long-range precision hunting rifles.

Franklin Armory’s TRC action is designed to control each round through the entire feeding-chambering-firing-extraction-ejection cycle so nothing is left to chance. No longer will bolt action aficionados be afflicted by the Push Feed (PF) versus Controlled Round Feed (CRF) dilemma. For the first time, hunters and long-range precision shooters alike can engage critical targets with the best of both worlds, while avoiding the failures of legacy bolt action designs.

“We engineered a truly innovative bolt action feeding system that uniquely combines the most effective design features from push feed and controlled round feed actions,” said Franklin Armory President Jay Jacobson. “Total Round Control and our inaugural Prevail model configurations offer a new paradigm for hunters and precision shooters who desire the best in function and performance.”

Prevail™ Rifle Line

Centered around the technologically advanced TRC action, Franklin Armory’s Prevail offers all of the features expected in a 100 percent American made high-performance hunting rifle and more, including:

  • Franklin Armory’s fully adjustable, Remington Model 700-compatible Conquest™ trigger
  • Choice of Franklin Armory’s Fidelis™ carbon-ceramic wrapped precision barrel or fluted magnum sporter profile stainless steel precision barrel
  • Compatible with Zermatt TL3/SR3 pre-fit barrels
  • User-interchangeable bolt heads with toolless disassembly
  • Premium Model 700-compatible carbon fiber stock with custom V-block bedding
  • Built-in 20 MOA Picatinny scope mount rail
  • Available in .308 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, .300 WSM short-action calibers
  • Standalone actions available for high-performance custom builders

Firearm industry media and buyers can experience Franklin Armory’s Prevail with Total Round Control first-hand at the SHOT Show Industry Day at the Range on Monday, January 19 (Bay SR-38). Attendees of SHOT Show 2026 can learn more about Prevail with Total Round Control at Franklin Armory’s booth (#20349) January 20-23. Franklin Armory will begin accepting orders at SHOT Show. SKUs and pricing will be announced at the show.

VKTR Industries LLC. Releases New Series of Double Stack 1911 Handguns

Friday, January 2nd, 2026

VKTR Industries, a manufacturer of premier AR-15 rifles and accessories, is proud to announce the next evolution of products designed and built in the heartland of America.

The new line of Vanguard double stack 1911 handguns begins with the launch of the VKP Pro (Professional).  This handgun is designed out of the box for duty, defense, and everyday carry, while still providing excellent performance in a competition. The VKP is 100% wholly manufactured and assembled in the United States with all US sourced components.

The gun will feature:

Combat Trigger – The custom VKTR single-piece trigger sports a ~3.5lb pull with a clean break and extremely positive reset.

Fully Machined Steel Controls – Fully constructed of all steel,and zero MIM parts for crisp tactile performance and durability.

Reinforced Polymer Grip – Enhanced strength and molded with VKTRs custom grip surface. This grip surface is the perfect balance between grip and comfort during prolonged carry and range sessions.

Steel Frame Durability – The 416 stainless steel frame provides excellent weight and ensures your VKP Pro will outlast the competition regardless of conditions.

Fully Optics Compatible – The VKP Pro is optics-ready out of the box, with three included optic footprint plates (Acro, RMR, & DPP).  Comes standard with XS Sight front sights.  No need to shop around.

Coating – The VKP Pro is covered with DLC ArmorLubecoating, to ensure unrivaled protection and performance for years.  This coating protects and coats the pistol while helping maintain the precision tolerances.

“We are extremely excited for this new lineup.” said Dave Rybacki, the owner of VKTR industries and White Label Armory.  “The VKP Pro is our flagship model, and we are working to expand the line.  End users can be sure that this handgun will be manufactured to the highest standards and tolerances.”

The VKP Pro will ship with 4 custom Atlas magazines, 3 optics plates, and a carry case. More information can be found at:  www.vktrind.com/product/vkp-ds-1911.

Initial shipments will be moving to some dealers as of this press release.”  said Eric Luley, National Sales Manager. “We have partnered with some amazing retailers throughout the county for the launch.”

The VKP Pro will be available from the following dealers as product delivers over the next several months:

East Valley Tactical – Arizona

Delray Shooting Center – Florida

BattleHawk Armory – Iowa

The Vault Fine Firearms – Florida

Top Gun Range – Texas

Extreme Gun – Texas

Tombstone Tactical – Arizona

Spartan Defense – Colorado

Machine Gun Tours – Colorado

Foxhound Firearms – Florida

Black Arsenal – Michigan

Hyatt Gun – North Carolina

Birmingham Pistol Wholesale – Alabama

2nd Amendment Sports – Illinois

For more information, please contact info@vktrind.com.

Information on dealer programs, law enforcement or other sales can be found at www.vktrind.com/product/vkp-ds-1911 or email Eric Luley, Sales Manager at eluley@vktrind.com.