Here’s the H&K 169, a 40mm grenade launcher you don’t see very often in North America. It incorporates the folding G36 stock.
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OpEx 22 – H&K
Friday, June 3rd, 2022Rampart Range Day 22 – ARWEN
Wednesday, June 1st, 2022
When I saw the sign for ARWEN I was taken aback. I hadn’t seen that company in a long time. If you’re around my age, you may remember ARWEN from its Enfield days, as the 37mm Anti Riot Weapon ENfield gas and nonlethal baton launcher used by British forces during “The Troubles” in Northern Ireland.
Currently offered in two variants, both the single and multi-shot (5 rounds) versions offer a roomy breach which makes it easy to get rounds in.
The ARWEN is currently in use with Canadian LE. Apparently, in 2001, Canadian Police Ordnance Company Inc., acquired rights to the anti-riot device and began production of the third generation gun. This includes foregrip and Picatinny rails. Last Fall, Kwesst bought CPOC and are in the process of updating it further.
Kwesst products can be procured by agencies, departments, and units in Canada from Rampart International.
Rampart Range Day 22 – Colt Canada
Tuesday, May 31st, 2022
Colt Canada is introducing a Law Enforcement version of the C20 Intermediate Sniper Weapon adopted by the Canadian Armed Forces. Yes, that’s an LMT stock on this 7.62 carbine.
Next up is the latest refinement of the Modular Railed Rifle. Based on the Canadian Army’s C8A4, it’s a follow on to the Colt Integrated Upper Receiver and will be available in 5.56mm and .300 BLK. As you can see, it’s MLOK compatible.
Colt Canada products can be procured by agencies, departments, and units in Canada from Rampart International.
FN 509 Midsize Tactical
Monday, May 30th, 2022FN America unveiled their new FN 509 variant, the Midsize Tactical during last weekend’s NRA Annual Meeting in Houston.
It combines their full size tactical slide cut with the Low-Profile Optics-Mounting System and midsize grip frame. The 4.5″ barrel is cold hammer forged and threaded.
Offered in Flat Black and FDE, it comes with a 15-round magazine but FN also offers a 24-round magazine.
NRAAM 22 – Maxim Defense
Saturday, May 28th, 2022Maxim Defense showed off some enhancements to their integrally suppressed Ruger MkIV-SD pistol.
Based on the Ruger MkIV .22 LR pistol, they add their MSX suppressor. The pistol is offered by Maxim either with or without a Delta Point Pro optic but they’ve recently created two new accessories you can outfit your MkIV SD with.
There’s a new optics mount with integrated cowitness back up irons. There’s also an add-on so you can mount a light to the pistol.
NRAAM 22 – Nightforce Optics
Saturday, May 28th, 2022Nightforce has given us a real treat. It’s not often we get to see government contract optics paired with the actual weapons they were procured to work with. Nightforce had three set ups depicting their USSOCOM wins for the Ranging – Variable Power Scope (R-VPS), Precision-Variable Power Scope (P-VPS), and Squad – Variable Power Scope (S-VPS) contracts. As you can see, all of the optics are Dark Earth color for these contracts.
First up is the SU-393/PVS R-VPS which is an ATACR 4-20×50 F1 and used as an enabler for the Knights Armament Co SR-25 in 6.5 Creedmoor.
Next, the SU-296/PVS P-VPS is an ATACR 7-35×56 F1 optic paired with the Barrett MRAD, known as the Mk22 Advanced Sniper Rifle within DoD.
Last but not least, the SU-294/VPS S-VPS is a 1-8×24 ATACR F1 optic and used in conjunction with the M4A1 carbine which is also equipped by SOCOM with the Geissele Upper Receiver Group Improved (URGI).
Walther Releases 22 Mag Walther Magnum Pistol
Saturday, May 28th, 2022Walther has announced the release of their first-ever .22 Magnum pistol: the WMP, saying:
“This isn’t just another target practice plinker, Walther has developed a high quality, lightweight, easy-to-shoot, and affordable pistol for shooters who want to stay READY as part of their active outdoor lifestyle.”
They go on to say,
“Featuring an optics-ready slide, best-in-class ergonomics, and a first-time patented ambidextrous reloading mechanism incorporating both paddle and button releases called the Quad Release. With 4 total activation points, the Quad Release mechanism is the most versatile ambidextrous mag release ever created.”
It will ship with either two flush-fit 15-round Walther WMP magazines or 10-round WMP mags depending on local restrictions. It will also come with a pair of optic adapter plates for most RDS footprints.
Walther WMP Specifications
Caliber: 22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire
Color: Black
Slide: Aluminum optics ready
Frame: Polymer
OAL: 8.2 inches
Slide Length: 8.2 inches
Width: 1.48 inches
Height: 5.66 inches
Barrel Length: 4.5 inches
Sights (Front): Fiber Optic
Sights (Rear): Serrated
Weight: 27.8 ounces (with empty magazine)
Mag Capacity: 15 rounds
Learn more about the Walther WMP at waltherarms.com.
NRAAM 22 – PTR
Friday, May 27th, 2022You asked and they delivered.
PTR has their new 9CT Classic, which delivers a MP5 clone with 8.86″ 3 lug barrel, push button and paddle mag release, classic plastic handguard and will accept the claw-style mount.
Comes with 20 rd steel magazine and bungee sling.
