weapons | Soldier Systems Daily Soldier Systems Daily

Archive for the ‘weapons’ Category

SHOT Show – Ruger American Pistol

Friday, January 22nd, 2016

In addition to the Silent-SR rimfire suppressor, the other big announcement from Ruger at this year’s SHOT Show was the Ruger American Pistol. With the American, Ruger joins the legion of striker-fired, polymer-framed, external safety-exempt pistols that were popularized by the Glock series. Ruger’s own take on this formula consists of a handgun with a one-piece, glass-filled nylon grip frame, and a stainless steel slide with a black nitride finish. Barrel length comes in at 4.2″ for 9mm, and 4.5″ for .45 ACP. Interestingly, both the 9mm and .45 share very similar dimensions, with the width staying constant at 1.4″, and the .45 being only slightly larger in length and height; the weight for both calibers also stays just under 2 lbs.

The American comes with a Mil-STD-1913 Picatinny accessory rail for attaching a light or laser, and ambi slide stop and mag release controls. The grip can be customized with one of several different sized grip modules between Small, Medium, and Large; only Medium and Large are available for the .45. Additionally, the American comes standard with Novak LoMount Carry 3-Dot sights.

These are available on the market now, so be on the lookout at your local firearms retailer if you’re interested in purchasing one for yourself.

www.ruger.com

Tags: Ruger
Posted in SHOT Show, weapons | 10 Comments »

SHOT Show – H&K G28E

Friday, January 22nd, 2016

The G28E is H&K’s entry into the US Army’s Compact Semi-Automatic Sniper System (CSASS) program. Notice the Handguard still has the HK-style attachment system that looks like reverse KeyMod.

The trigger is kind of interesting, but even more so once you get inside.

Check out the double springs in the trigger.

Word on the street is that this gun was downselected along with two others for the final phase of the program.

Tags: H&K
Posted in SHOT Show, weapons | 13 Comments »

SHOT Show – Meprolight Mepro FT: Circle Dot Sight

Friday, January 22nd, 2016

For 2016, Meprolight is releasing the newest addition to their Mepro FT (Fiber Optic/Tritium) line of self-illuminated pistol night sights, the Mepro FT: Circle Dot Sight. The Circle Dot Sight is the first in the line to consist entirely of a rear sight. The illuminated circle dot lines up between the two rear posts, allowing for quick target acquisition. Additionally, the sight comes with a 12 years luminance guarantee.

The Circle Dot Sight will be available in both green and orange, coming Q1 of this year.

www.meprolight.com

Tags: Meprolight
Posted in SHOT Show, Training, weapons | 4 Comments »

SHOT Show – Springfield Armory

Friday, January 22nd, 2016

For 2016, Springfield is releasing the XD(M) 4.5″ Full Size Threaded Barrel. As the name implies, the XD(M) features a threaded barrel which extends over 3/4″ from the front of the slide, so no threading adapter is required. The threading cuts are 1/2″ x 28 for the 9mm model, and .578″x28 for the .45 ACP model. Additionally, the front sight post is extended to .365″ above the top of the slide, allowing shooters to utilize the irons over practically any suppressor body.

www.springfield-armory.com

Tags: Springfield Armory
Posted in SHOT Show, weapons | 3 Comments »

SHOT Show – Hill & Mac Gunworks

Friday, January 22nd, 2016

About mid last year, we wrote about Hill & Mac Gunworks’ planned modern interpretation of the StG 44, the HMG Sturmgewehr. For those eager to know about the progress of the HMG Sturmgewehr, we’re happy to reveal that at this year’s SHOT Show, H&M had several completed models available at their booth. Seen above is the STG-N model, which features a long stroke piston action, a 16.1″ barrel length, and fixed front and rear adjustable sights. Like the original, the HMG Sturmgewehr is made of stamped metal and wood furniture; it’s expectedly hefty (11 lbs., 10 oz. unloaded), but feels extremely solid. Plus, as originally promised by H&M, multiple calibers will be offered for the rifle:

5.56x45mm/.223

7.62x39mm

.300 BLK

And the original 7.92x33mm/8mm Kurz

H&M will also be offering the HMG Sturmgewehr in a pistol and SBR configuration. Look forward to the release of the HMG Sturmgewehr later this year.

www.hmgunworks.com

Tags: Hill & Mac Gunworks
Posted in SHOT Show, weapons | 5 Comments »

Gorilla Ammunition Releasing New Line Of Self Defense Ammunition

Friday, January 22nd, 2016

Silverback_300BLK_85&205 Silverback Ammunition from Gorilla Ammunition is a new line of pistol ammunition and 300 Blackout ammunition featuring solid copper CNC machined projectiles.

Vero Beach, FL, – January 20, 2016 – Gorilla Ammunition introduces the new Silverback product line, featuring solid copper machined projectiles in 380 ACP, 9mm, 45 ACP, and 300 BLK. These technologically advanced projectiles create insane temporary and permanent wound cavities with controlled expansion to optimum depths.

“The growth of Gorilla Ammunition has been tremendous over the past year. We are very excited to release our new Silverback Line at SHOT Show. These lead free, CNC lathe turned copper projectiles are engineered and tuned for maximum expansion with penetration depths dictated by user requirements. Our proprietary heat treating and CNC machining process provides the unique ability to tweak projectile performance in soft tissue. This technology is groundbreaking for the ammunition industry and self defense ammunition consumers” said Lanse Padgett, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer

“The entire Gorilla Ammunition team has worked tremendously hard over the past few months developing and refining this product line. It’s been our mission to be on the leading edge of 300 Blackout and now with the Silverback line we offer a 300 Blackout subsonic cartridge that expands and creates terminal performance on game that is tremendous. I am really excited to see how the consumers respond to the introduction of this new ammunition technology.” said Gorilla Ammunition’s Director of Sales & Marketing, Jay Duncan.

www.gorillaammo.com

Tags: Gorilla Ammunition
Posted in Press Release, weapons | 1 Comment »

Zev / Dynamis Alliance Combat Handgun Collaboration

Wednesday, January 20th, 2016

Combining years of real world and industry experience, Dom Raso and the Dynamis team have partnered with ZEV Technologies to create the most compact and functional combat handgun available on the market. Using state-of-the-art design and technology, this pistol is lightweight, adaptable, aggressive and unmatched as a low-visibility package. The size and functionality of this platform allow us to go from concealable to an overt combat platform while keeping our training and weapon manipulation consistent. It is extremely difficult to find a reliable and durable pistol that will allow you to train hard and also be dependable when it counts. We have been able to accomplish both and are extremely proud to bring this to the industry.

When conceptualizing this project, we also wanted to make sure that as we released this new product, we did something to help warriors and their families. Giving back and supporting the communities that support us is embedded in the ethos of both Dynamis and ZEV. As a result, with the initial production run of this gun, we will be donating a portion of the profits to the NSW Family Foundation.

Dynamis Alliance is a growing team of experts whose one mission is to create the highest-quality training and gear for modern-day warriors to CRUSH and prevent modern-day threats.

MANUFACTURED FOR DYNAMIS ALLIANCE BY ZEV TECHNOLOGIES

Tags: Dynamis Alliance, Zev Technologies
Posted in Press Release, weapons | 4 Comments »

SHOT Show – Colt Manufacturing

Wednesday, January 20th, 2016

This is the Colt Competition Pistol. It’s a 1911 which features a blued carbon steel receiver and slide, and a 5″ barrel. The sights consist of a fiber optic front and adjustable Novak rear sights. The most defining feature of the new Competition Pistol is the custom blue Colt logo G10 grips. The Competition Pistol is available in .45 ACP and 9mm Luger chamberings, with capacities of 8 and 9-rounds, respectively.

www.colt.com

Tags: Colt
Posted in SHOT Show, weapons | 4 Comments »