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Thicker Is Better
Saturday, January 7th, 2017Colt Announces Delta Elite Rail Gun
Wednesday, January 4th, 2017WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (January 4, 2017) – Often considered the manufacturer that saved the 10mm round from obscurity in the 1980’s, Colt readies yet another offering in that powerful chambering with the new Delta Elite® Rail Gun®. Aimed toward the outdoorsman who requires a sidearm stout enough for midsized game who prefers the proven 1911 platform, the Delta Elite® has always been a top choice. With its recent redesign, it didn’t seem that the model could get any better, but Colt found a way to improve upon the design again by offering the Delta Elite® with an accessory rail.
“The Delta Elite® started its life as tactical option for 1911 enthusiasts who required more stopping power than your tradition .45 ACP,” said Justin Baldini, Product Director for Colt. “In that world, an accessory rail makes a lot of sense. What we’ve seen, though, is that this is a great platform for hunting pig or other medium sized game. In those types of scenarios, proper illumination is critical, so I think hunters will really appreciate the ability to add on their favorite rail-mounted lighting.”
All of the enhanced features from the newly redesigned Delta Elite® are present on the Rail Gun® version, including the upswept beavertail grip safety, extended thumb safety, all stainless steel construction, composite stocks with Delta medallions, and Novak white dot sights. The SKU is O2020RG, and the MSRP is $1,299.
The Avidity Arms PD10, Brainchild of Personal Defense Guru Rob Pincus, Debuting at SHOT Show 2017
Wednesday, January 4th, 2017
Wanamassa, N.J. (January 2017) – Eagle Imports, Inc., the exclusive distributor of Metro Arms, SPS, Bersa®, Comanche, Grand Power, Llama and Avidity Arms firearms products, is pleased to announce the debut of the Avidity Arms PD10 at booth #2610 at the SHOT Show 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Designed by renowned defensive shooting instructor, Rob Pincus, this Made-in-America pistol offers a high capacity, slim, single stack, lightweight, striker-fired pistol with concave sights that can be used for one-handed reloads. It’s ideal for concealed carry and personal defense and retails at a price that’s easy on the wallet.
“I’ve taught defensive shooting skills to many thousands of people over the past couple of decades. When it comes to defensive handguns, I’ve seen what works and seen what doesn’t. I’ve talked about preferences, priorities and problems with students, peer instructors and firearms industry professionals for immeasurable hours. There’s a list of features that in my experience are ideal for a defensive pistol and there are some variables that adjust to fit specific people, roles and conditions,” said Rob Pincus, owner of I.C.E. Training Company. “There is no one perfect gun for every person and every scenario, but I know it is possible to design and manufacture a pistol that fits as many people as possible and will serve them well in worst case scenarios. The PD10 is that pistol, especially for those interested in a full-size handgun feel while shooting, but with the carryability of a single stack design. I didn’t see anything on the market that had all the features of the PD10 in a modern firearm. If you’re interested in armed personal defense, we built the PD10 for you.”
Avidity Arms PD10 Specifications:
Caliber: 9mm
Action: Striker-Fired
Capacity: 10+1
Barrel Length: 4”
Front Sight: Ameriglo Luma Glow
Rear Sight: I.C.E. Claw Emergency Manipulation Sight
Finishes: Black Nitride
Grips: Integral to frame
Construction: High impact polymer / stainless steel slide
Safety: Integrated Trigger Block and Drop Safeties
Weight: 18.8 oz.
Length: 6.94”
Height: 5.14”
Width: 1”
MSRP: $499
Lifetime Service Contract Guarantee for the Original Owner
For more information on Avidity Arms, visit avidityarms.eagleimportsinc.com/avidityarms.
S&W M&P M2.0
Tuesday, January 3rd, 2017Here’s the release of the S&W M&P M2.0 we first mentioned last Summer.
Designed for personal, sporting, and professional use, the M&P M2.0 pistol delivers an entirely new platform, introducing innovative features in nearly every aspect of the pistol, including the trigger, grip, frame, and finish.
James Debney, President and CEO of American Outdoor Brands Corporation, the parent company of Smith & Wesson Corp., said, “When we launched the first M&P polymer pistols over 10 years ago, they were a game changer for the company. Since that time, we have clearly established M&P as a leading firearm brand and built an incredibly strong family of products around it, including the market leading M&P Shield® pistols. Now, with a decade of experience under our belts, we are very excited and proud to reveal our next generation M&P pistol – the M&P M2.0. We expect this completely new product platform to clearly differentiate us from the competition and take significant share in the handgun market. Today, we are launching the 9mm, 40S&W and .45 Auto versions of our full-size design, but stay tuned for multiple new product additions and line extensions in 2017 that will establish a completely new family based on this platform. This is a key strategic milestone in achieving our vision for the Firearms Division, which is ‘To be the leading firearms manufacturer’.”
Matt Buckingham, President of the Firearms Division, said, “Our goal is to continually strengthen and grow our leadership position in firearms by meeting and then exceeding the needs, wants, and desires of the consumer. With this goal always in our minds, the new product development team at Smith & Wesson tapped into more than a decade of M&P experience, performance data, and candid feedback from professional users when designing the M&P M2.0 Pistol – and it shows. When you pick up this pistol, the first thing you’ll notice is an extraordinary grip that feels great in the hand – and that’s just the beginning. From the grip, to the new aggressive texture, to the crisp trigger and audible reset, this pistol feels and fires like a next-generation model should – and more. This is clearly one of the most advanced production pistols on the market today, and we believe it is the pistol that consumers have been waiting for. The M&P M2.0 in 9mm and 40 caliber versions is in stock at our distributor partners and is shipping today.”
Highlights of the M&P M2.0 pistol include an extended stainless-steel chassis and high grip to barrel bore axis ratio for reduced muzzle rise and faster aim recovery. The M&P M2.0 pistol further improves performance with a fine-tuned, crisper trigger, lighter pull, and a tactile and audible reset. The pistol, available in three calibers, includes an aggressively-textured grip and four interchangeable palmswell inserts for optimal hand-fit and trigger reach. The M&P M2.0 is an ideal pistol for all shooters in all conditions.
M&P M2.0 pistol Advanced by Design™
Superior Ergonomic Design
• M&P pistol’s optimal 18-degree grip angle, providing a natural point of aim
• M&P pistol high grip-to-barrel bore axis – more comfortable to shoot, faster aim recovery
• Four interchangeable dimensional palmswell grips for best-in-class fit: S,M,ML,L
• New aggressive M2.0 textured grip for enhanced control
• New front cocking serrations
Superior Controls
• Ambidextrous slide stop, reversible magazine release, and optional ambidextrous thumb safety
• Simple M&P take-down lever, for easy disassembly and maintenance
• M&P pistol sear deactivation lever – safe take-down without having to pull the trigger
Superior Finish
• Armornite® – hardened nitride durable corrosion resistant finish on barrel and slide
• Cerakote® FDE finish over Armornite® on Flat Dark Earth M2.0 slides
The M&P M2.0 pistol base model is priced within reach, at an MSRP of $599. It is available in the three most popular pistol calibers: 9mm, 40S&W and .45 Auto. The striker-fire, semi-automatic polymer pistol is available in matte black or FDE – Flat Dark Earth – finishes and includes two magazines, a limited lifetime warranty, and a lifetime service policy.
To see the M&P M2.0 pistol in action, please visit www.smith-wesson.com/brands/mp
For more information on Smith & Wesson’s M&P family of products, including the new M&P M2.0 pistols, please visit www.smith-wesson.com.
Sneak Peek – Kinetic Research Group To Introduce Action
Monday, January 2nd, 2017
SilencerCo Summit – CZ Scorpion SBR
Thursday, December 29th, 2016
SilencerCo has introduced the latest addition to their premium Summit series partner firearms, the CZ Scorpion SBR. The package consists of a Scorpion EVO 3 S1 9mm in an SBR configuration with side folding stock and 922r-compliant parts kit. Additional features include a 20-round magazine; Parker Mountain Machine front and rear QD sling mounts; PMM right side safety selector; and a SilencerCo Omega 9K with direct thread 18×1 mount. This entire package comes stored in a 5.11 Select Cary Sling Pack with custom SilencerCo embroidery.
Check out the link below for more information and where to buy.
silencerco.com/summit/cz-scorpion-sbr
Stag Arms – AR-15 Featureless Rifles
Thursday, December 29th, 2016
Stag Arms has announced a new line of AR-15 Featureless Rifles. Each rifle comes with a 16″ target crowned barrel made of 4140 steel with a 1:9 twist, and true to its name is lacking in “features” such as a pistol grip, muzzle brake, and forward grip that would define it as an “assault weapon” under California law. Additionally, every Featureless Rifle comes complete with the new Hera Arms California-compliant stock. These rifles are currently available for pre-order, and will be available in 6-8 weeks.
www.stagarms.com/ar15-featureless-rifles
The Fix Is In at Q
Wednesday, December 28th, 2016When Q had their grand opening party early this year, Kevin Brittingham showed me, and several other firearms media, a modular bolt gun which would eventually come to be known as “The Fix”. It’s seen below, along with the Honey Badger and a Beretta fitted with a Q suppressor.
Here are a few more shots of The Fix.
You can swap calibers.
The adjustable stock folds to the right.
The Fix is M-Lok compatible.
To wrap things up, here’s a shot of the integrally suppressed Honey Badger.
Look for full details during SHOT Show on these and other innovations from Q.
