Welcome to our coverage of the 2018 Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show. For the next four days, we’ll be checking the it the latest and greatest firearms and gear industry has to offer.
SHOT Show 2018
January 23rd, 2018ZEV Technologies ALL NEW – PRO TRIGGER
January 23rd, 2018ZEV created the market for GLOCK trigger upgrades. Over the years, our triggers have won more world championships and are in the hands of more professionals than all other after-market triggers, combined.
We didn’t stop there, beginning two years ago we set out to reinvent our entire product line. After thousands of hours of design and engineering and after hundreds of thousands of rounds of testing, we are proud to announce a product line built from the ground up to perform better and more reliably than anything else on the market.
At the core of our PRO trigger is ZEV’s new proprietary trigger bar and professional connector. These products deliver the crispest, cleanest trigger pull available. Finally, our new trigger pad features a revolutionary riveted assembly process that makes it the longest lasting and most reliable replacement trigger on the market.
Our triggers feature a wider trigger pad and safety for better user engagement and offer drop-in functionality with improved ergonomics and a clean, crisp, creep-free trigger pull. The re-designed and re-engineered trigger pad utilizes a revolutionary riveted assembly process that makes it the longest lasting and most reliable replacement trigger on the market.
• Drop-in installation
• Ergonomically correct trigger pad
• Available for most GLOCK models
• Mil-Spec hard-anodized aluminum construction
• All ZEV Triggers include our NEW PRO connector
NOTE: Gen 5 models listed are coming soon.
ZEV PRO CONNECTOR
The ONLY proprietary GLOCK replacement trigger bar that reduces travel,
and provides professional, crisp trigger pull while keeping all factory Glock safeties intact.
After two years of development and tens of thousands of rounds of testing, ZEV is proud to release the all-new PRO connector. Engineered to provide users with a consistent, positive reset and a reduction in trigger pull weight without sacrificing the reliability or safety of your pistol. Whether used in conjunction with a ZEV trigger or with your stock Glock trigger, the PRO connector will provide a noticeable increase in performance and is ready to drop-in and use straight from ZEV, no fitting or polishing required.
• Improved geometry for lightened trigger pull with crisp, positive reset
• New proprietary material for improved spring tension
• Use in conjunction with ZEV competition spring kit for best results
• Compatible with all Glock models except G42 and G43
SHOT SHOW BOOTH #20463
Industry Day At The Range – Battle Arms Development OIP 2.0
January 23rd, 2018
A few years back, Battle Arms Development unveiled the OIP ‘Ounces Is Pounds’ rifle, a limited-production AR-15 pattern carbine, designed in concert with Bentwood Gunsmithing to see just how light an AR could be while retaining proper function. At this year’s Range Day, they had the OIP 2.0 at the firing line.
The OIP weighs in at easily under 4 lbs., with a receiver that is further skeletonized when compared to BAD’s already aggressively lightened lightweight receiver set, and the receiver extension is as minimalist as it can possibly be; pretty much a fixed aluminum tube with a shoulder rest for a stock. The barrel, a very slim pencil profile, was noted by the rep as being even lighter than the already heavily lightened dimpled barrel of the original OIP. As you may also notice, the optic, in this case a Trijicon MRO, is supported by a skeletonized mount. True to its name, if there’s a place weight could be saved on this rifle, it was saved.
If you’re wondering how the reduction in weight effected the recoil, it wasn’t bad. .223/5.56 isn’t really a recoil-intensive round to begin with, so even with the reduction in rifle weight, it was still extremely controllable.
The rep at the booth noted that they had enough components to build roughly 50 OIP 2.0s. Despite this, no immediate word on availability.
Mustang Survival Announces Delivery on U.S. Government Contract
January 23rd, 2018Bellingham, WA – Mustang Survival®, the North American manufacturer of innovative solutions for the most demanding marine environments, proudly announces it has started delivering the Maritime Assault Suit System (MASS) and Lightweight Maritime Assault Suit System (L-MASS) for Navy use, having been awarded a 5-year IDIQ contract by the U.S. government. Developed for users engaging in maritime operations, the MASS and L-MASS are both waterproof and breathable. And while they meet the requirements of splash and/or immersed hypothermia protection, both suits utilize military Gore-Tex® fabrics for a lightweight, comfortable design for constant wear while achieving mission objectives.
“Designing and manufacturing the most innovative gear possible to protect those who protect us is a mission we undertake with an immense amount of pride and respect for those we’re serving. Each article of gear and apparel takes the end-users’ mission, safety and comfort into account. Not only is the weight substantially reduced, but so is the thermal burden traditionally associated with dry suits,” explains Brian Dalgliesh, manager for the U.S. Military Channel for Mustang Survival.
With weights of less than 5 pounds for the MASS (MSD674vMA) and less than 4 pounds for the L-MASS (MSD678vMA), the dry suit’s sophisticated design technology and features do not hinder movement or mobility while keeping the operator safe and dry. The Mustang Survival MASS & L-MASS deliver surface operations dry suits that wear like standard operational clothing, but provide the protection of a dry suit. MASS is based on Mustang Survival’s MSD674vTO Sentinel™ Series Tactical Operations Dry Suit and the L-MASS is based on the MSD678 Sentinel Series Ultra-Lightweight Dry Suit.
Exclusive to Mustang Survival, the Sentinel Series dry suits feature:
– Mobility Based Sizing™ offers users a semi-custom fit that reduces bulk and increases mobility without the custom price tag.
– Rapid Repair Technology™ enables users to field replace neck and wrist seals and repair small leaks in an hour or less. Now includes Rapid Repair Socks.
For more information, visit www.mustangsurvival.com.
SHOT Show Industry Day At The Range – CMMG Guard
January 23rd, 2018
The Guard is an AR-15 pattern pistol caliber carbine manufactured by CMMG. With a receiver crafted from billet 7075 aluminum, the Guard features CMMG’s Radial Delayed blowback action. Noted by a CMMG rep to be the US answer to H&K’s roller delayed blowback action, Radial Delayed Blowback utilizes a bolt that forced to rotate and unlock from the chamber upon firing, slowing the carrier group enough to safely cycle. This unique action allows for a lighter bolt carrier group and buffer than would traditionally be required for pistol-caliber AR pattern weapons, and also reduces felt recoil.
The Guard is designed to accept Glock magazines, and is available in both 9mm and .45 ACP.
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January 23rd, 2018
ZRODELTA Announces The Genesis Z9 As The World’s First Fully Modular Pistol
January 23rd, 2018
January 22, 2018 – Lubbock, TX – ZRODELTA is pleased to announce the Genesis Z9 as the world’s first completely modular pistol that will allow users to convert from compact to a full long slide race gun in seconds thanks to its Patent Pending design.
The Genesis Z9 frame is Billet 7075 Aluminum and is compatible with several common Glock® parts on the market. The Genesis will be offered in 9mm base models to include Compact, Service and Race (Long Slide), with additional parts available direct through ZRODELTA to give users the ability to easily reconfigure the pistol based on application.
ZRODELTA will announce collaborations with key industry partners that will offer a multitude of parts accessories. These collaborations will ensure customers have a wide selection of customizable options from other respected brands in the industry.
“The Genesis is emblematic of a new perspective at ZRODELTA, one that seeks to develop the pinnacle of what a striker-fired pistol can be, and ought to be. The Genesis Z9 is more modular, ergonomic, accurate, cross-platform, and cross-application compatible than any other pistol of its kind. The depth and breadth of our property surrounding its utility is truly groundbreaking.” – Pat Harrigan
“The Genesis pistol platform allows the customer to build and customize their pistol to their comfort, environment and ability. Our team has effectively given users the ability to build on a “receiver” the perfect firearm much like they build an AR15.” – Clint Walker
“The Genesis pistol is the first product that shows our innovative ability. Extensive R&D, coupled with high quality precision machining, and testing, proves our ability to become a leader in this industry.” – John Birk
Stock Glock® parts that will work on every variation:
Gen 3 trigger packs
Gen 3 trigger housing
Trigger pin
Slide catch
Gen 3 Slide catch spring
Slide stop assembly
Trigger housing pin
Mag release spring
Glock/aftermarket magazines
Glock/aftermarket gen 3 slides
Glock/aftermarket slide internals
Sights
Proprietary for Compact variation only:
Barrel
Recoil spring
Proprietary parts for all configurations:
Mag release
Locking block
Locking block pin
RMR plate/Dummy plate (if using our slide)
Proprietary for Race (Long Slide) variation only:
Barrel
Recoil spring
Limited quantities of the Genesis are available immediately. ZRODELTA plans to ship the first production pistols beginning the end of Q2 with the ability to deliver 2,000 complete pistols per month thereafter.
Price: TBA
About
ZRODELTA is a U.S. based manufacturer of scope mounts, tripods, and other precision shooting accessories best known for its DLOC scope mounts, HEAD-S tripod shooting platform, and Cowl Induction Muzzle Break. ZRODELTA’s recent acquisition of Critical Capabilities and War Sport Manufacturing has expanded its ability to provide high-quality parts to large OEM, military, and retail customers across the world.
Bootleg Inc Introduces New Products for 2018 at SHOT Show
January 23rd, 2018For immediate release – Boise, ID – Bootleg Incorporated is excited to announce the new additions to the 2018 product lists.
Bootleg Inc. started as a sister company to Primary Weapon Systems in 2015. Unlike the PWS long stroke piston design, Bootleg inc. focuses on the Direct Impingement (DI) systems and developing products that cater to the individual user. The main products over the pas years have been the introduction of PicMod™ technology and the Adjustable Suppressed Carrier. This year we are excited to announce changes to our product line to allow more versatility.
Bootleg Inc. is now offering our Handguards in a new PicLok™ design. The rails come integrated with the MLOK accessory attachments, but at the front of the rail they will contain both picatinny and MLok. This allows the end user to use multiple accessory attachments and allows you to be able to continue using your favorite attachment methods. The PicLok™ design will be available in 7”, 9.2”, 13.4”, and 15” lengths, and will continue to be mounted with Bravo Companies KMR Mounting Hardware.
Bootleg Inc. has also made changes to one of its flagship products. The Adjustable Bolt Carrier is getting a huge upgrade! The Adjustable Bolt Carrier is now Full Auto Rated, and we will be shipping this as a complete carrier group. No need to worry about purchasing a bolt completion kit, because the new carrier will ship 100% ready to rock. The carrier will also have forward assist serrations for use with compatible upper receivers. The adjustable BCG will come with the standard 4 setting gas adjustment to tailor to your individual needs; so whether suppressed or unsuppressed this new upgraded carrier will fit perfectly into your collection.
If you have any questions you can visit Bootleg Inc. at www.bootleginc.com, or contact bootleg by emailing customercare@bootleginc.com. If you would rather reach a person you can Call/Text 208-914-3300.
