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Visit Sparrows at SHOT Show

Sunday, January 18th, 2026

SPARROWS lock picks is back at SHOT show with their classic tools and several new ones.

Known for developing covert entry, escape and evasion and of course Rock’a Lock’a BANG! BANG!

Sparrows is always manufacturing new tools and this year is no exception.

SPARROWS is launching its new ADVANTAGE LINE at SHOT 2026.

Already well known for their North American made lock picks, SPARROWS has now added American made Berry compliant cases to the line up.

Available in Black and Coyote for their Tuxedo and EOD full lock pick sets this is a fully Made in America covert entry set that can be added to your Duty belt, bunker gear, ruck or Vest. 

EOD Full – Advantage – SPARROWS Lock Picks

Tuxedo Set – Advantage – SPARROWS Lock Picks

The SHORT SHOT

This compact bypass tool is designed to open the swing latches often seen on commercial style doors.

It does not pick the lock but it ingenuously slides into the frame of the lock and pulls the locking mechanism down.

For a small tool it provides a fairly significant entry solution.  

SHORT SHOT – SPARROWS Lock Picks

The OUTFIT

If your looking to add covert entry skills to your Department or team, look at the new Group Trainer by SPARROWS.

It includes 6 EOD Full locks picks sets a variety of bypass tools and a selection of practice locks.

Most importantly it includes a QR code that links to an in-depth training video to go through all the tools and locks 

The combination of having professional tools and in-depth instruction in one box makes this an easy way to add a valuable skill to your bag of tricks.

The Department Outfit – SPARROWS Lock Picks

For Government purchase SPARROWS has developed a new tool for decoding safes with high security FAS 6 series locks.

Once decoded, the tool becomes a working key. The tool is at SHOT but can not be photographed. 

Upon request and vetting it can be viewed and purchased. 

FAS Lock Decoder – SPARROWS Lock Picks

H.A.L.E Decoder

An combination lock decoder for Safes. Mounted with powerful magnets, this computer-controlled machine dials different combinations until it unlocks a target safe.

But it is more than a brute force attack. The computer has known manufacturing codes built into it and you can add hints (Targets birthday, street numbers, phone number) to its search for the combination. With a GSM built into its design it can text the code once the target is open and then securely lock the target safe back up. 

Sparrows Auto Dialer H.A.L.E – SPARROWS Lock Picks

Rock’a Lock’a BANG! BANG! is SPARROWS annual highly immersive training event and they are starting to release details on what they have planned for this year.

If your interested in learning covert entry their is no other training opportunity like it. Alarms, Vehicles, Locks, Safes, Cameras, RANGE DAY, Tattoos, SERE, spitting fire all in highly immersive environments with top instructors and tools. They are also seeking sponsors and like minded companies to companies to join this growing event. 

WWW.SPARROWSLOCKPICKS.COM : Venetian Law Enforcement Hall: Booth 20459

Patton Veterans Project Joins Forces with Your Home TV to Stream Short Films Produced by Military Veterans

Sunday, January 18th, 2026

Patton Veterans Project (PVP) has hosted more than 50 film workshops in partnership with military bases, VA hospitals, universities, and private clinics.

NEW YORK and TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Your Home Digital LLC, through its Your Home TV platform, has announced a new collaboration with the Patton Veterans Project (PVP) to stream short films produced by military veterans. This partnership aims to showcase the creative work of veterans and provide a broader audience for their unique cinematic expressions.

Individuals interested in learning more about this initiative, supporting veteran filmmakers, or viewing the compelling short films are encouraged to visit the Your Home TV platform or explore the mission of the Patton Veterans Project.

“We’re thrilled and honored to team with Benjamin Patton and PVP to bring authentic veteran stories to global audiences on Your Home TV,” said Sean Stockell, founder and executive producer. “We all know and admire the Patton name, and the incredible legacy of their military service for our nation and the world. Ben Patton, the youngest son of Major General George Patton, IV, and grandson of legendary, General George S. Patton, Jr. (WWII), is a brilliant writer and passionate advocate for our veterans. Ben graduated from Georgetown University, received his master’s degree from Columbia University and co-authored, ‘Growing Up Patton: Reflections on Heroes, History and Family Wisdom’. It’s a pleasure to join Ben and his amazing team at PVP to support his vision and purpose, filmmaking for our veterans.”

“What we do is to enable our veterans to express the challenges they have faced in the military in creative and powerful ways. While the transformative impact on the vets themselves is always profound, educating ‘the rest of us’ is equally important, and that wouldn’t be possible, without the technology, reach and passion of media outlets like Your Home TV. We are delighted to be partnering with Your Home TV to use this incredibly powerful tool of video to enable others around the world to better understand what our cherished servicemen and women and their families have endured,” said Benjamin Patton, founder and executive producer of Patton Veterans Project.

The Patton Veterans Project utilizes collaborative filmmaking as a therapeutic approach for veterans managing post-traumatic and other service-related stress. This innovative program provides a creative outlet that helps participants in several key ways:

Validating Service Accomplishments: The filmmaking process offers a pathway for veterans to acknowledge and honor their military contributions and experiences.

Reducing Social Isolation: Engaging in collaborative projects fosters connections and shared understanding among veterans, mitigating feelings of solitude.

Strengthening Bonds: Participation helps to enhance relationships within families, communities, and professional circles, building a supportive network.

Linking with Care: The project serves as a bridge, connecting veterans with essential support services and resources.

By featuring these films, Your Home TV provides a significant platform for the voices and artistic talents of veterans. This collaboration not only highlights their creative endeavors but also underscores the profound impact that artistic expression can have in addressing the challenges faced by those who have served. The films offer valuable insights into the diverse experiences of military personnel, fostering greater public awareness and appreciation for their journeys.

1791 Outdoor Lifestyle Group Introduces the Tac Leather Rifle Sling

Sunday, January 18th, 2026

Miami, FL – 1791 Outdoor Lifestyle Group, a leading provider of premium leather holsters, EDC tool organizers, and associated outdoor and sporting goods, proudly announces their Tac Leather Rifle Sling. As part of a growing line of tactical products, this sling is made for unmatched durability, comfort and style. The new Tac Leather Rifle Sling blends the rugged strength of tactical nylon with the timeless craftsmanship of 100% Certified American cowhide.

The use of leather combined with tactical nylon is functional as well as attractive. The leather is soft and breathable to provide lasting comfort, while the ballistic nylon core holds the sling’s shape and prevents twisting. The Rapid Adjustable Slider allows for instantly changing the length as needed, and the Body Adjustment Point facilitates getting the sling to fit perfectly for better handling and reducing fatigue.
 

Tac Leather Rifle Slings are equipped with handmade leather fittings that ensure silent, durable operation. Finished with reinforced stitching and backed by a Lifetime Warranty, this sling blends the comfort and aesthetics of leather with the durable performance of tactical nylon.

The Tac Leather Rifle Sling is now available in black or brown with an MSRP of $69.99. This sling and other new products, including the exciting new 1791 Industries firearm accessories will be on display at the 2026 SHOT Show in Las Vegas at Booth 75207, January 20th – 23rd, 2026.

Note: QD Sling Points Not Included

Vector Heavy Chest Pack

Saturday, January 17th, 2026

Putting my money where my mouth is…

I’m Ben. I’m the Product Development Manager for Fine Group.

I was recently talking to our Managing Director about the products we have developed. I told him we needed to be sure they were up to the standards of robustness required for use in arduous environments before they went anywhere near serious end-users. He agreed and off I went to Malaysia for a fortnight with the Maddog Adventures crew to go and thrash our kit in the jungle. Nothing beats real world feedback, and the jungle is the harshest environment to test kit in.

I’m very proud of the products we make at Fine Group. We feel a personal responsibility to those end-users who will be using what we have made in the most testing of circumstances. If we can’t trust it, it doesn’t go out the door!

The Vector Heavy Chest Pack is a super-robust and versatile piece of expedition equipment. Allowing you to keep key pieces of survival and navigation equipment to hand in a chest mounted pack. Your critical equipment can stay with you even when you pack is off. Ideal for kayaks and canoes, mountain biking, as well as cross-country skiing, or even simply hiking and trekking. The laser cut PALS in the outside, base and inside the two compartments allows you to organise and customise your equipment even more.

Laser Cut Laminate: Made from the same tough laminate fabric as our Vector Tactical products, and with laser cut PALS, the Heavy Chest Pack is incredibly flexible in terms of organisation. With PALS inside, outside, and even on the bottom, you can set this chest pack up for any activity.

Internal Organisation: Both of the compartments feature internal organisation above and beyond the PALS panels, allowing you to find your key equipment without having to dig around.

Water Resistant Zips: YKK Aquaguard Zips prevent water ingress and keep your critical equipment dry. Twin zips on each opening make sure that you have redundancy enabling you to still seal the compartment in the unlikely event a zip slider should fail.

Mesh Harness: A highly breathable and robust harness made from the same military-grade mesh as our Vector Tactical Side Pouches. Contoured to wrap your shoulders for day-long comfort, no matter what your activity. Fully adjustable to fit you regardless of your shape. Held in place by metal G-Hooks for maximum strength and to make taking it on and off a doddle.

Available from TRC Outdoors: Vector Heavy Chest Pack – TRC Outdoors

SDS Arms to Exhibit at 2026 SHOT Show

Saturday, January 17th, 2026

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – January 13, 2026SDS Arms is thrilled to announce its attendance at the 2026 Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show in Las Vegas, January 20-23. Attendees are invited to visit booth #12460 to participate in exciting booth activities, explore product lineups and get a first look at new product launches.

SDS Arms will showcase products across all brands, including Tisas USA, Tokarev USA, Military Armament Corp, Spandau Arms and Inglis. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the wide range of firearms and accessories, while connecting directly with the SDS Arms team.

Throughout SHOT Show, SDS Arms will host numerous activities at its booth, including giveaways of exclusively customized products. Attendees are encouraged to stop by the booth from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. to collect a limited-edition Velcro morale patch, with only 100 patches available each day.  One hundred patches will be distributed daily. Each day, one lucky recipient will find a golden ticket in their envelope, granting them one of the following prizes:

  • Tisas 1911 Duty B9R DS, customized by 2nd Caliber Coatings
  • Tisas Tank Commander “Combat Special”, customized by Booligan Shooting Sports
  • Tokarev TT-12 Pro, customized by Newnam Performance
  • MAC IX M81 Woodland, customized by Caliber Custom Coatings

In addition to the daily golden ticket giveaways, attendees can sign up in the booth for other giveaways via email. SDS Arms will also host Happy Hour in its booth on Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., giving visitors another opportunity to connect with the team.

“We are excited to return to Las Vegas for SHOT Show and to engage with attendees at our booth throughout the week,” said SDS Arms Digital Marketing Manager Jahred Gamez. “SHOT remains a cornerstone event for the industry, providing invaluable opportunities to connect with dealers, customers and industry partners in meaningful ways. It allows us to strengthen relationships that go beyond business transactions while truly enjoying the experience.” 

Renowned for bringing together exceptional value and performance, SDS Arms works in close partnership with global manufacturers to design and engineer high-quality firearms and accessories that the needs of today’s shooters. Committed to innovation and reliability, SDS Arms looks forward to connecting with attendees and unveiling new product launches at 2026 SHOT Show.

For further details, please visit the SDS Arms website, find SDS Arms on Instagram or Facebook and check out the official SHOT Show planner.

EOTECH Launches New EXPS3 HD, All Aluminum HWS

Friday, January 16th, 2026

Plymouth, MI (January 2026) – When something is ultra-tough and can withstand even the harshest conditions, you must ask yourself “Why would I want to make this even tougher?”  The answer is because you can.  For over 30 years, EOTECH has been manufacturing durable, dependable Holographic Weapon Sights for use in law enforcement, military, competition, hunting and recreational use.  It has become the go-to 1X optic you can count on.  HWS optics were designed to include a ruggedized aluminum hood that wraps around the housing of the sight to provide extreme strength and durability.  Until now.

New for 2026, EOTECH introduces the EXPS3 HD, featuring an all-aluminum housing. This Heavy-Duty model allows EOTECH to eliminate the aluminum hood and provide users with an enhanced field-of-view and better situational awareness.

The EXPS3 HD includes a few new features never offered in an HWS. First, the rubberized buttons that manipulate reticle brightness and NV settings, has been replaced with an easy-to-use rotary dial. This dial offers 7 daylight and 4 night-vision brightness settings as well as an OFF position. In addition, the dial offers an Auto-Brightness setting that automatically adjusts to surrounding light conditions, removing the need for manual adjustments. Lastly, the rotarydial allows EOTECH to incorporate Shake-Awake technologythat puts the optic in sleep mode after a period of inactivity. This programmable sleep mode can be set to 10 minutes, 1-hour, 12-hours, or disabled completely.  This feature works in all daytime, NV, and auto-bright settings and preserves battery life, while powering the optic on with only the slightest movement.

The EXPS3 HD weighs the same as the legacy EXPS (11.2 oz) and is powered by a single, CR123 lithium battery.  Integrated into the housing is a locking, adjustable quick-detach base that allows for immediate removal or attachment.  The trusty 68MOA ring and 1MOA aiming dotprovides uncompromising speed to target and accuracy. Both waterproof and fogproof, this battle-tested sight works even if the sight window breaks or becomes partially obstructed.

The HD model is ideal for close to medium distance engagements.  With its rugged metal construction and its ability to withstand extreme levels of recoil, it can be used with virtually any firearm and caliber.  The Heavy Duty EXPS3from EOTECH.  The tough just got tougher.

EOTECH EXPS3 HD Specifications:

L x W x H: 3.8″ x 2.3″ x 2.6″ (96.5 x 58.4 x 65 mm)

Weight: 11.2 oz (317.5 g)

Water Resistant: 33ft (10m) depth

Mount: 1″ Weaver or MIL-STD-1913 rail

Zero Adjustments: 0.5 MOA per click

Brightness:

7 daylight settings

4 NV settings (night vision compatible model)

1 Auto-Brightness

Power Source: 1 x CR123 battery

Battery Life: 1,000 continuous hours at nominal setting 4 at room temperature

Country of Origin: Made in the USA

MSRP: $999 (EXPS3HD-0)

For more information, please visit www.eotechinc.com.

Discover the IWA Pavilion at the SHOT Show 2026

Friday, January 16th, 2026

With 23 exhibitors from 8 countries: The IWA Pavilion at SHOT Show 2026 brings together international innovation

Nuremberg / Las Vegas, January 15, 2026: The IWA Pavilion at SHOT Show in Las Vegas has long been more than just a joint stand – it is a well-established format that combines international visibility, service orientation, and industry expertise. In 2026, the Pavilion will showcase a record lineup of 23 exhibitors, including 12 German companies and 11 international participants from seven countries.

Many exciting brands are exhibiting at IWA Pavilion at SHOT Show 2026.

Strong Presence with Strategic Impact

With 352 m² of exhibition space in a prime location, the IWA Pavilion offers not only room for products but also for encounters, conversations, and business initiation. Its central location ensures maximum visibility and emphasizes the powerful appearance of IWA exhibitors as a united entity. In addition to Germany, companies from Italy, Spain, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Estonia, the Netherlands, Turkey, and Austria will be present next year. “The IWA Pavilion is a prime example of international trade fair cooperation. It shows how we, as organizers, support our exhibitors worldwide—with quality, service, and a strong network. The response from the industry confirms: the need for reliable platforms for international trade is greater than ever,” says Stefanie Leege, Exhibition Director of IWA OutdoorClassics. “For us, the IWA Pavilion at SHOT Show is a good opportunity to bring the anticipation for IWA in Nuremberg to its peak. SHOT Show is an exciting start to the trade fair year—but IWA OutdoorClassics remains the central industry meeting point for the international trade community. With the IWA Pavilion, we create a bridge between markets and strengthen the visibility of our exhibitors worldwide. The anticipation for Nuremberg is already tangible for many—and that is exactly what we want to convey with the Pavilion,” Leege continues.

New Faces, New Impulses: The Exhibitors 2026

Particularly pleasing is the high number of first-time exhibitors—some after previous participation in the German Pavilion. These companies are deliberately relying on the strong IWA brand and the professional framework of the joint stand. The following companies will be exhibiting at the IWA Pavilion 2026:

Steyr Arms 

Schmidt & Bender 

Anschütz 

Double Alpha 

Spohr mit STP – Sport Target Pistol 

Hoernecke 

Armed Guns 

Zollern 

Gebr. Röders mit Ramfelt Precision Guncare 

Gebr. Schröder mit Original Löwe 

Ballistol 

Hans Wrage 

L.C.M. mit OMC Wirelombardia 

EEMANN 

Ghost International 

Ledlenser 

Chrosziel

Martinez Albainox 

Unis Ginex mit Pretis und Igman

Visit the IWA Pavilion at SHOT SHOW 2026 – Booth number: 11245.

www.iwa.info

See What’s New Gentex During SHOT Show

Friday, January 16th, 2026