GRINNELL, Iowa (July 21, 2022) – The newest version of the popular Brownells BRN-180 upper – chambered in the 7.62X39 intermediate cartridge – is in stock and shipping now.

The new upper offers the same adjustable piston gas system and folding-stock compatibility as previous BRN-180 uppers but combines them with the globally available 7.62×39 cartridge made famous by various Kalashnikov designs.

Like all other BRN-180 uppers, the 7.62X39 uppers fit onto most standard AR-15 lowers as well as specially designed BRN-180 lowers available at Brownells.

The 7.62X39 uppers work with AR-15 style magazines in 7.62X39, but will not work with Kalashnikov pattern magazines.

Models of the BRN-180 7.62X39 uppers include:

• 078-000-724    BRN-180s Gen 2, 10.5” 7.62X39           $969 retail

• 078-000-723    BRN-180 Gen 2, 16” 7.62X39                 $969 retail

The 10.5” 7.62X39 upper is in stock and shipping now. The 16” 7.62X9 is scheduled to be in stock soon.

For more information about the BRN-180 uppers, lowers, stocks, parts, and accessories, visit www.Brownells.com.

Waukesha, Wis. (July 19, 2022) — Midwest Industries has introduced a new lineup of functional accessories to outfit the popular Benelli M4 and clone variants, including a new M-LOK® Handguard, Enhanced Charging Handle, and Aimpoint T2 Mount.

The new handguard, featuring a 5-slot polymer M-LOK® rail allows users to replace the factory- installed plastic handguard with a more modular, sleek, and reliable solution. This affordable, lightweight handguard gives users the ability to mount lights, grips, handstops, and other M-LOK® compatible accessories to their shotgun. Paired with the Enhanced Charging Handle and Aimpoint T2 Mount, your newly outfitted M4 is reinvigorated and ready for action.

“Upgrading your Benelli M4 is now easier than ever,” said Troy Storch, Owner of Midwest Industries. “The affordable new M-LOK® Handguard is exactly what the M4 and clones need for a lightweight solution.”

The Benelli M4 Tactical Accessories Lineup incorporates the following features:

• Accessories compatible with Benelli M4 and clones
• Constructed from Type 3 Hard Coat Anodized 6061 Aluminum for a lifetime of service
• 100% Made in the USA with a lifetime warranty
• Benelli M4 M-LOK® Handguard
• Benelli M4 Aimpoint T2 Mount
• Benelli M4 Enhanced Charging Handle

For more information, visit the Midwest Industries website.

Austin, TX (07/15/2022) – Not a shoulder stock, not a pistol brace, the brand new Black Collar Arms APS — Adjustable Pistol Support — is available and shipping now at blackcollararms.com/product/aps

APS supports the rear of a large format pistol on a bench, ground, or any other solid surface and offers 3 inches of vertical travel for precise point of impact adjustment. The Adjustable Pistol Support is a brand new category of rear accessory for firearms and is ideally suited to large, accurate pistols. 

Our first model is a clamp-on design that fits any AR-15 style pistol buffer tube (any round tube 1.17? to 1.20? in diameter) or any adapter designed for a GHW Tailhook MOD 1 pistol brace.

APS Features:

• QD sling socket on one side of clamp
• Clamps to any round tube 1.17? to 1.20? in diameter
• Accepts any Atlas bipod-compatible foot (not included) to match your shooting surface
• Provides approximately 3 inches of height adjustment to fine-tune point of impact. Rotate post to raise or lower it
• For external use only

APS Stats:

• Weight: 7.1 ounces
• Height: 6.21 inches (top-to-bottom in shortest config)
• Post Diameter: 1.125 inches
• Maximum Width: 1.5 inches
• Material: 6061 aluminum
• Finish: Type III Hardcoat Anodized Black or FDE Cerakote on top of the hardcoat anodizing (other Cerakote colors/patterns available on request)
• Made in Texas
• Patent Pending!

For more information and to order your APS or submit a dealer inquiry, visit blackcollararms.com/product/aps

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colorado (July 13, 2022) – TALON Grips, the industry leader in stick-on gun grips, acquires ArachniGRIP, the creator of the SlideSpiderTM patented stick-on grip for the slide.

The idea of ArachniGRIP was born when Bob Biedenbach, Co-Founder of ArachniGRIP, returned to the sport and realized he was having trouble controlling the slide of his firearm due to reduced hand strength and arthritis. Don Hoekendorf, Co-Founder of ArachniGRIP, was a range master at the time and user of TALON Grips. Together, the two devised a plan to create a grip for the slide to reduce hand fatigue and improve grasp.

TALON Grips for your slide benefits all shooters. Adding this grip to the slide ensures that you get a firm grip in all conditions making it easier to manipulate the firearm regardless of hand strength. “Once the grip is applied, you are able to pull the slide back with minimal effort. You can immediately feel the difference whether you are a veteran shooter or new to the sport,” said Mike Morris, President of TALON Grips.

“For years, we have worked with Don & Bob as our products complement each other nicely. It was a logical step for the brands to join forces. They built a solid foundation and this is a great opportunity for TALON to use our knowledge and offer the best grip for the slide of the firearm, an area that many people struggle to control,” continued Morris. The grip makes it easier to control the firearm and keep the muzzle pointed down range while clearing or racking the slide.

Hoekendorf said, “I am very excited to see where TALON (Grips) will take this. They are the leader in this space and have become a household name in firearm grips.”

TALON Grips, a family-owned Colorado business, was the perfect fit for ArachniGRIP, also a Colorado-based business. The SlideSpiderTM was previously only available as a two-pack for about $20. TALON Grips will be offering these as a single piece for under $10. These grips are available now at talongungrips.com.