Years of practical experience as an assaulter, pistolsmith, competitive shooter, industry consultant and trainer have formed the basis for the Vickers Elite-Larry Vickers’ signature Wilson Combat model 1911. The Vickers Elite combines many of our time tested custom handgun features and ads some new modifications as requested by Larry to create a unique signature pistol with universal tactical appeal.The Vickers Elite starts with our precision machined and hand fitted forged slide and frame combination along with our match-grade barrel for impeccable reliability and precise accuracy. Renowned Wilson Combat hand-fitting to rigorous specifications yields a pistol that you can count on regardless of the shooting scenario at hand. Read more

FORT SMITH, Ark. – Umarex USA introduced a new air rifle named the Throttle at the Shooting Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show today. The Umarex Throttle is the first air rifle to include the vibration reducing StopShox system. Read more

SUFFIELD, Connecticut — Savage Arms is pleased to announce its launch of a new Model 42 takedown combination gun, which can be viewed at the Vista Outdoor booth (#14551) during the 2016 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, January 19-22.The new Model 42 Takedown shotgun-rifle combo gun breaks down with a simple push of one button and includes an Uncle Mike’s® Go Bag, so you can easily transport it anywhere.

An updated version of the utilitarian Model 42, the new Takedown sports the same features that made its predecessors a hit with small-game hunters. It remains an ideal training platform for beginners, but also has the advantage of quick, easy disassembly for increased portability and ease of storage.

Occupying minimal space, the Takedown is natural for “throw and go”; whether patrolling the pasture, heading for the hills, or sustenance living, the Model 42 Takedown’s disassembled size enables it to always be nearby. Equally important, with a 34.75-inch (Takedown-Youth) or 35.75-inch (Takedown) overall length, the guns are easily maneuvered in tight spaces.

Chambered in 3-inch, .410 bore, the Model 42 Takedown’s 20-inch lower barrel enables the user to utilize widely-available 3-inch and 2½-inch birdshot, buckshot, slugs, and the newest personal-protection-specific projectiles; as such, everything from upland birds to deer and predators are easily handled by the pint-size platform.

Atop the .410 barrel is found another in .22 LR or .22 WMR equipped with simplistic, yet rugged, open sights; whereas the .410 provides close-range domination, the rifle round provides additional reach and precise aiming to bag distant small game for the pot or dispatch nuisance species harassing livestock or wrecking a field. Read more

YONKERS, N.Y. — Kimber Mfg., Inc., a leading American firearms manufacturer, today announced the launch of its newest firearm platform – the Kimber K6s™ revolver. The Kimber K6s is the world’s lightest small frame 6-round .357 Magnum revolver that brings an unmatched level of performance and shootability to concealed carry applications.The Kimber K6s’ small frame, two-inch barrel and 1.39 inch diameter cylinder are machined from the finest stainless steel for superior integrity, strength, and resistance to the elements. The Kimber K6s offers other important design features, such as: a smooth match-grade trigger that creates confidence while helps ensure accuracy; an internal hammer and edges that are rounded and blended to help prevent a hang up when the revolver is removed from concealment; superior ergonomics and grip design that creates an extremely shooter-friendly experience; and an all stainless steel construction weighing in at 23 ounces. Read more

Boise, ID—2A Armament, the maker of lightweight AR15 rifles and accessories has announced the release of their new lightweight 308 receiver set.Debuting at SHOT Show booth #4461, the XANTHOS-lite has the same popular appearance, functionality, strength, and weight savings found in their BALIOS-lite sets. Made of 7075-T6 billet with world class machining, the XANTHOS weighs in at 16oz for the matched set.

The XANTHOS-lite is based off of the DPMS high rail design, and will accept most of the DPMS/SR-25 pattern parts on the market. The XANTHOS-lite will only be sold as a matched set. Read more

The Wilson Combat ARP (AR Pistol) Tactical Pistol is an outstanding choice for home or vehicle defense and exhibits the legendary accuracy and attention to detail our tactical rifles are known for. This AR receiver based firearm is legally defined as a pistol in most states and uses the time-tested, direct impingement gas system that has given the classic AR platform a reputation for accuracy and reliability for almost 50 years. Read more

Phoenix, AZ – Pigs may not be growing wings but after nearly 70 years of making best-in-class single stage triggers, Timney announces its series of Targa two-stage triggers. The new series will initially include the AR Targa 2-Stage and the Targa 2-Stage Straight trigger engineered for Remington Model 700 rifles.Timney Triggers has been making replacement triggers for Remington Model 700 rifles for over fifty years. The new Timney Targa 2-Stage Straight trigger is the latest model in that series. The pull weight is factory calibrated for a one pound first stage (adjustable from 8 ounces to 1.5 pounds) and two pound second stage (the second stage is adjustable from 1.5 pounds to 4-pounds of pull weight). Read more

Old Saybrook, CT – For 2016, Traditions™ Performance Firearms expands their popular Northwest series of blackpowder rifles. All Northwest models feature musket an ignition system, exposed breech, and open sights to meet state-specific regulations in states such as Washington, Idaho, and Oregon.Traditions builds on their award-winning Pursuit G4 Ultralight Northwest style with additional options that hunters will appreciate. This nimble 26″ barrel is available with either the new Nitride finish or a CeraKote finish. The new Nitride Finish coats the inside and outside of the barrel protecting against corrosion, weather, and pitting while the CeraKote Finish option models have a protective coating on the outside of the barrel and protects against nature’s elements. Both finishes are available with either Realtree® Xtra® or black stock options with pricing from $339 – $399. Read more