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Glock GR-115 Selected as the Weapon of Choice for UK Firearms Units

Friday, January 9th, 2026

London, UK — 9th January 2026 — Following the most extensive weapons trial conducted in UK policing in the past two decades, the GLOCK rifle GR-115 has been officially selected as the firearm of choice for specialist armed policing units across the country.

This decision marks a significant milestone in the evolution of armed policing capabilities in the UK. The GR-115 rifle outperformed a field of leading global manufacturers, achieving the highest scores for accuracy both supressed and unsuppressed.

 A Legacy of Trust and Support

Glock has been a trusted partner to UK law enforcement since the 1990s, when GLOCK pistols were first adopted by police forces nationwide. Today, Glock continues to stand firmly behind UK policing, providing not only advanced firearms and long-term service but also training and logistical support.

Engineering at Its Core

The GR-115 rifle represents the culmination of years of intensive research, development, and refinement of the AR platform. Its superior accuracy, reliability, and adaptability are the result of rigorous testing and collaboration with end-users to ensure operational effectiveness in the most demanding environments.

Availability

The GR-115 rifle is only available to selected law enforcement and military customers at this time.

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Arktis Launches Next-Gen Vulcan Jacket V2 in PenCott GreenZone — Best-in-Class Insulation Meets Elite Camouflage

Thursday, January 8th, 2026

Arktis, the legendary British tactical gear brand, today announces the release of the Vulcan Jacket V2 in PenCott® GreenZone™, now available worldwide via the Arktis online store and authorized dealers.

Building on the acclaimed Vulcan platform, the Vulcan Jacket V2 delivers enhanced performance for operators and outdoor professionals who demand exceptional warmth, comfort, and concealment in challenging environments. Designed as a lightweight, packable insulating mid-layer, the V2’s refinements are the result of extensive user feedback and field testing.

Advanced Thermal Performance — Zero Bulk
Featuring premium PrimaLoft® Gold insulation, the Vulcan Jacket V2 balances thermal efficiency with breathability even when wet. With 100 gsm of insulation in the body and 60 gsm in the arms, the jacket delivers core warmth without unnecessarybulk. Its streamlined form enables the jacket to pack down into its own pocket — ideal for mobile operations, expeditions, or everyday carry.

User-Driven Design Enhancements
The V2 features newly added mesh-gusseted pit zips for rapid ventilation during high exertion, plus optimized pocket placement for faster access to essentials. Large front pockets offer dual-zip openings and internal compartments sized for mobile devices or comms gear. Concealed adjustment points ensure secure storage without interfering with weapons handling, while an adjustable hood offers complete coverage control.

Water-Resistant and Durable
Constructed with a windproof, water-resistant Nylon MiniRipouter and finished with a DWR coating, the Vulcan Jacket V2 is built to withstand adverse conditions without restricting movement or performance.

PenCott® GreenZone™ — Elite Camouflage Technology
The new Vulcan Jacket V2 is offered in PenCott® GreenZone™, one of the most effective multi-environment camouflage designs available today. Unlike other popular prints, PenCott® patterns use a hybrid 3-in-1 geometry that blends macro, midi, and micro elements to deliver exceptional concealment across close, mid, and long distances.

The omni-directional design orientation also combines depth, natural tones, and shape-disrupting features to confuse visual detection and help the wearer blend into real-world terrains more naturally and effectively than many traditional disruptive patterns — especially in verdant mixed vegetation environments.

Availability & Pricing

The Arktis Vulcan Jacket V2 — PenCott® GreenZone™ is now available for purchase online at the official Arktis store and through authorized dealers.

 

Vortex Introduces the AMG 1-10×24 FFP Riflescope: Engineered to the Standards of Those Who Hold the Line

Thursday, January 8th, 2026

BARNEVELD, Wis. – Born from the standards of elite military units, the AMG®1-10×24 delivers high-power magnification and optical clarity to compact, short-barreled carbines — leaving rail space for thermal attachments, lasers, offset red dots, and backup irons.

British SAS, Royal Marines, and U.S. SOCOM units set the baseline for zero retention, optical performance, and extended operational durability. Over years of testing, Vortex® engineers pushed the AMG® 1-10×24 against those standards until it exceeded every requirement.

The result is the most advanced optical and mechanical system Vortex® has engineered in an LPVO.

“The project started when the UK Ministry of Defense asked for an optic that didn’t exist and nobody else would make,” says Andy Haffemann, Vortex® Advanced Design Manager. “Over years of iterations, failed prototypes — hundreds of lenses turned to dust through recoil testing — we refined every detail through connections at UK Ministry of Defense and U.S. Special Operations Command until it met their combined expectations.”

FEATURES

CLASS LEADING HD OPTICAL SYSTEM – Stunning resolution and exceptionally wide field of view.

TOOLLESS TURRETS – Fast, tool-free zero with reliable return and micro adjustment.

DUAL ZERO TURRETS – Switch zeros for suppressed, unsuppressed, super or subsonic, light or heavyweight loads.

LIGHTWEIGHT, COMPACT BUILD – Just 8.4″ and 18.8 ounces, fits short-barreled carbines and frees up the rail for attachments.

LOCKING FAST-FOCUS DIOPTER (PATENTED) – Locks tight to keep your reticle sharp.

LOCKING ILLUMINATION DIAL – Aggressively knurled for control. Lock prevents shifts from snags and transport.

INTEGRATED THROW LEVER (PATENTED) – 120° throw for faster transitions, low profile to avoid snags.

MADE IN U.S.A. WITH U.S. AND GLOBAL PARTS – Engineered, machined, and assembled in the USA. Held to micron level tolerances.

Inside, the glass-etched, Illuminated EBR-9 MRAD reticle reflects the same mindset. Designed for tactical and combat shooters, it runs fast up close and precise past 1,000 yards. The grid stays clean for quick corrections, and the ranging marks make distance calls simple: 3, 4, 5, and 6 correspond to hundreds of yards and shoulder-width targets at each range.

AMG® 1-10×24 FFP Riflescope
MAP $3,999.99 | MSRP $6,399.99

Each AMG® riflescope is hand-assembled and inspected in Barneveld, Wisconsin — one at a time — and ships with the new Defender® Flip Cap O-24L, designed specifically for 34mm LPVOs. A small detail, but that’s the point and the discipline that defines the AMG® line: mastery lives in the details. For a detailed list of technical specifications, frequently asked questions, and high-resolution images, check out the Vortex® New Product Portal.

To see more from Vortex®, visit VortexOptics.com or follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, X, and TikTok.

TASKER Network Acquires M4Carbine.net from Sons Of Liberty Gun Works

Thursday, January 8th, 2026

In order to ensure the security and continuing stability of M4Carbine.net, Sons of Liberty Gunworks (SOLGW) has chosen the TASKER Network to acquire the website and carry forward the forum’s legacy. The move unites two of the firearms community’s oldest and most respected online platforms— M4Carbine.net and Lightfighter.net— under one formidable banner, solidifying the TASKER Network’s role as the central hub for expert-driven discussions on firearms, tactics, training, gear, and all related topics otherwise.

The transfer of assets occurred on November 21st, 2025; since then, the TASKER Network has been implementing much-needed housekeeping updates, including software, security, and server upgrades.

This union cements a multifaceted online destination for armed professionals and citizens alike, while still providing a place among the like-minded that’s free from the inconsistent biases, censorship, and restrictions of mainstream social media.

Founded in 2005, M4Carbine.net has long served as a vital resource for enthusiasts, professionals, and newcomers to the craft. SOLGW, which acquired the forum in 2024 to preserve its neutrality and modernize its interface, recognized the TASKER Network’s track record in fostering high-quality, fact-based discussion as the ideal fit for its next chapter.

“As SOLGW continues to grow, we’ve streamlined our focus around one core mission: Building the world’s finest fighting rifles. With that focus, we believe the TASKER Network team are the right stewards to take over M4Carbine.net and build it for the future. Their experience running technical and professional forums makes them well-suited to give M4C the attention and direction it deserves. We’re looking forward to what they do with it,” says Sean Murphy, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at SOLGW.

SOLGW’s decision to select the TASKER Network underscores a dedication to the firearms industry’s future. “We chose the TASKER Network because of their demonstrated commitment to advancing tactical knowledge without compromise. This transition ensures M4Carbine.net remains a beacon for open dialogue and innovation,” noted Kyle Grothues, Co-Founder of SOLGW.

“This acquisition represents a natural evolution for both M4Carbine.net and the TASKER Network. We are committed in our duty with its proper care,” says Frank Woods, Founder of the TASKER Network.

“When we acquired Lightfighter.net in 2021, we had the same goals in mind for it that SOLGW had for M4Carbine.net. The TASKER Network was built on the principle of establishing, encouraging, and enforcing a standard among those who would step forward, starting with the quality, access, and exchange of information these people will trust with their lives. These values align perfectly with M4Carbine.net’s heritage, focused on training and technical data. We’re honored that SOLGW sees us as a worthy successor.”

The integration of M4Carbine.net will dramatically expand the TASKER Network’s outreach and enhance user experiences through seamless access to aggregated resources, including original content, industry news, technical archives, and commerce options. M4Carbine.net members can expect continued improvements to features and interfaces, while maintaining the forums’ impartiality and focus on experiential, evidence-based input from subject-matter experts. As part of the acquisition, the TASKER Network will retain key personnel from M4Carbine.net, ensuring communal continuity and prioritizing the sanctity of user-generated content that informs life-and-death decisions in the tactical and training worlds.

Expanded partnership opportunities are also welcome; All industrial personnel who have worked with M4Carbine.net & Lightfighter.net in the past or are interested in working with the TASKER Network in the future are encouraged to contact the network in regards. You’re guaranteed to find your target audiences there.

For more information, visit www.taskernetwork.com or www.m4carbine.net, and @taskernetwork on Instagram.

Advertising and partnership inquiries can be directed to sales@taskernetwork.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.

National Hydrogen Strategy: Rheinmetall Successfully Develops Innovative Electrode Technology for Hydrogen Production

Wednesday, January 7th, 2026

The technology group Rheinmetall has successfully completed a project to develop a new electrode technology for alkaline electrolysis. This technology is a key technology for the energy transition in the field of hydrogen production. Preparations for the pilot production in the coming year have already been initiated.

The KS Gleitlager GmbH (KSG), a subsidiary of the group, has been conducting research over the past three years as the consortium leader in the German government-funded consortium project ‘Noble Metal-free Electrodes for the Next Generation of Alkaline Electrolysis’ (E2ngel). This project is funded within the framework of the National Hydrogen Strategy. The aim is to significantly increase the power density and efficiency of water electrolysis to produce green hydrogen based on noble metal-free catalysts in comparison to current systems.

“The use of our innovative electrode technology will make electrolyser systems more powerful and efficient than they are today”, explains Dr. Karsten Lange, head of the E²ngel consortium project. This will reduce the production costs of green hydrogen through lower investment in the overall system, accompanied by a doubling of power density or an improvement in efficiency of over 10%.

Rheinmetall’s wide-ranging expertise, particularly in the areas of special alloy material development, metallic coating processes and various forming, stamping, bending, cutting and joining technologies, enabled the rapid completion of both catalyst and process development. The E²ngel consortium partners, the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) and McPhy Energy Germany, carried out the timely qualification and validation. The DLR Institute of Technical Thermodynamics tested numerous development variants, and McPhy tested them in the final project phase to ensure their suitability for use in the electrolyser system. The project goals, which were ambitious in terms of cell voltage and current density, were surpassed. This demonstrates that the precious metal-free and therefore highly scalable electrode technology is more efficient than the significantly more complex solutions based on expensive and critical precious metals.

Series production is now underway: pilot production is scheduled to start at the St. Leon-Rot site next year. The production line is designed for electrode dimensions of up to two metres and is therefore suitable for multi-megawatt electrolyser systems. In addition, the volume scaling required for a successful energy revolution was already considered when selecting the process and production technology.

Dr. Klaus Pucher, CEO of the responsible business unit, is delighted: “We are thus making a significant contribution to a sustainable and affordable energy transition. At the same time, we are helping to reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels and thus strengthening the resilience of the German and European energy supply”.

EchoCore Suppressors Signs Exclusive Agreement with Silencer Shop

Wednesday, January 7th, 2026

North Conway, NH (January 7, 2026) — EchoCore Suppressors is proud to announce an exclusive distribution agreement with Silencer Shop, the world’s largest and most trusted suppressor distributor. Under this new partnership, all five EchoCore models — including the award-winning Sector 5.56 Full Size and Sector 5.56 Compact — are available exclusively through Silencer Shop’s national dealer network, are in-stock and shipping now.

Founded on precision engineering, advanced materials, and additive manufacturing, EchoCore Suppressors has quickly emerged as one of the most innovative names in modern suppression. This exclusive partnership with Silencer Shop ensures EchoCore products are accessible to enthusiasts, hunters, and LE professionals through the most streamlined and proven NFA distribution system in the industry.

“I’m incredibly proud and honored to partner with Silencer Shop,” said Chris Mudgett, Founder of EchoCore Suppressors. “Their reach, professionalism, and commitment to the shooting community are unmatched. For EchoCore to be chosen as an exclusive partner — and across all five models — is an incredible validation of our mission, our technology, and our team.”

The collaboration marks a major step forward for EchoCore as it scales nationwide, aligning the brand with a trusted partner whose dedication to defending the rights of American citizens to simplifying suppressor ownership, has single-handedly reshaped the modern NFA landscape.

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Ruger Introduces Ruger Harrier Rifles

Wednesday, January 7th, 2026

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) proudly announces the launch of Ruger® Harrier™ rifles, a completely re-engineered line of modern sporting rifles (MSRs) that represents the latest evolution in AR-pattern firearms. Manufactured at Ruger’s recently acquired Hebron, Kentucky factory, Harrier rifles are designed to deliver superior fit, function and aftermarket compatibility.

Initial Harrier rifle offerings include two rifles chambered in 5.56 NATO (.223 Remington compatible). Both models feature a rigid, free-floated 15-inch handguard with M-LOK® accessory slots, but differ in configuration to meet varying shooter preferences. Model 28600 features a mid-length gas system, Magpul® MOE-K2® grip, Magpul DT Carbine stock, and a handguard with a full-length STANAG-spec top rail. Model 28601 is equipped with a carbine-length gas system, classic black A2 grip, M4 collapsible stock, and a lighter profile handguard without a full-length top rail.

Each Harrier rifle features forged 7075 aluminum upper and lower receivers that meet mil-spec standards and are finished with Type III hard-coat anodizing for exceptional durability. The lower receiver is equipped with a GI single-stage trigger, safety selector, and trigger guard, along with an integrated tension screw that allows users to fine-tune upper-to-lower fitment. A mil-spec diameter carbine buffer tube with a staked castle nut, standard recoil spring and carbine-weight buffer complete the lower assembly.

Each flat-top upper receiver includes Picatinny rail slots, a forward assist, dust cover, brass deflector and mil-spec charging handle. The 16.1″ barrels are black-nitride coated for corrosion resistance and longevity, and incorporates 1:8″ twist button rifling, a 5.56 NATO chamber and 1/2″-28 muzzle threads capped with a classic A2 flash hider.

The bolt carrier group is engineered for reliability, with the bolt, carrier, and gas key finished in black nitride, the firing pin chrome plated, and the gas key staked for secure attachment. These enhancements ensure smooth operation and long-term performance in even the most adverse conditions.

“Introducing Harrier rifles marks an important step in advancing the quality and performance of our modern sporting rifle line,” said Todd Seyfert, Ruger President and CEO. “Ruger Harrier rifles combine the rugged reliability Ruger is known for with modern adaptability, making them an ideal choice for shooters seeking precision, durability and customization – and we are excited that this is only the beginning.”

For more information on Ruger Harrier rifles or to learn more about the extensive line of award-winning Ruger firearms, visit Ruger.com, Facebook.com/Ruger or Instagram.com/Rugersofficial.