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Off Grid Suppressors™ Scorpius™ .22LR suppressor validated as the #1 rated rimfire suppressor at the TBAC Sound Summit

SHEVLIN, MN – In an industry where performance is measured in decibels, Off Grid Suppressors is proving that precision engineering and additive manufacturing are the new frontier of silence. The company’s flagship rimfire solution—the Scorpius .22LR—continues to gain market traction following its definitive #1 rating at the prestigious TBAC Sound Summit.

Earning the title of Thunderbeast Champion, the Scorpius was analytically crowned the quietest .22 rimfire suppressor in a field of elite competitors. This accolade serves as a powerful validation for the Minnesota-based startup, confirming that their radical approach to suppressor architecture delivers world-class acoustic performance that effectively disappears in the field.

“Taking the top spot at the TBAC Sound Summit isn’t just a trophy for the wall—it’s a data-driven confirmation of our engineering philosophy,” said an Off Grid Suppressors spokesperson. “For the Scorpius to be named the quietest rimfire suppressor among the industry’s best proves that our investment in 3D-printed titanium is exactly what the market has been demanding: absolute silence without the weight.”

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SK Guns®, the Nation’s only series-driven, limited-edition manufacturer of custom firearms, is proud to remake the iconic Chicago Mob Boss Al Capone’s “Sweetheart” Colt 1911. Chambered in .45 ACP, this is a limited-edition recreation of only 200 firearms.

The “Sweetheart” 1911 associated with Al Capone is one of the most iconic and romanticized firearms tied to the Prohibition era. This custom Colt 1911 reflects both the personal and symbolic sides of Capone, blending sentiment with the hard-edged reality of organized crime in 1920s America.

The pistol itself follows the classic Government Model design which had already earned a reputation for reliability and stopping power. What elevates this particular firearm beyond a standard sidearm is its connection to Capone’s personal life. The nickname “Sweetheart” is widely believed to be a reference to Mae Capone, his wife, suggesting that even one of the most feared figures of the era carried something that represented loyalty and affection.

“Historically, this 1911 represents more than just Capone himself. It embodies the broader culture of the Prohibition era, where crime figures adopted both extravagance and symbolism in their possessions,” said Simon Khiabani, owner and founder of SK Guns. “Today, Al Capone’s ‘Sweetheart’ 1911 remains a fascinating artifact, merging craftsmanship, history and the mystique of one of America’s most infamous figures.”

The pistol features detailed floral engraving, a hallmark of high-end Colts from the period. These engravings often included scrollwork and personalized inscriptions, transforming the weapon into both a functional tool and a piece of art. Such embellishments were common among wealthy or powerful individuals who wanted their firearms to reflect status and identity.

The gun sights are custom-made to match those of Capone’s Sweetheart Colt 1911 with an adjustable rear sight and a partridge front serrated staked sight. The front strap has been checkered, and a newly designed checkered mainspring housing is installed.

Details on the left side of the gun’s slide showcase the traditional patent roll marks from Colt Manufacturing Company of its era. Additionally, the same floral scroll embellishes the right slide of the slide like the original Capone Sweetheart Colt 1911.

The right side of the gun’s slide features the “Colt Automatic Caliber .45” with Rampart roll marks of its era, along with the Government Model on the dust cover. More floral scrolls continue to embellish, as does the original Capone Sweetheart Colt 1911 with the series number of 001 through 200 on the rear panel.

The frame, slide and hardware are all polished and blued. The grips are made of genuine vintage red deer stag, not all alike, but with similar bark that gives this Sweetheart a true remake. Read more

Zanders, a premier national distributor based in Sparta, Illinois, is proud to announce a collaborative release with CMMG featuring an exclusive suppressed .22LR rifle finished in a distinctive multi-bronze anodized color configuration.

Tucked beneath the handguard is the popular CMMG Zeroed 22LR suppressor, anodized to accentuate the anodizing of the handguard, upper receiver and lower receiver while the FDE furniture, magazine, and metallic anodized buffer tube provides additional aesthetic appeal. This 22LR is built on a standard AR15 lower receiver group, featuring an upgraded drop-in trigger, that will allow the flexibility to change the upper group to other standard AR15 calibers.

CMMG has built a strong reputation among enthusiasts, competitors, and professionals for engineering innovative platforms and manufacturing high-quality components designed to perform in demanding environments.

“CMMG has earned a reputation for developing innovative, high-quality firearms while maintaining exceptional reliability and craftsmanship,” said Dan Siegler, President and COO of Zanders. “Adding the CMMG exclusive .22LR rifle—to our lineup gives our dealers access to an enjoyable and fun shooting platform in the modern sporting rifle category.” Read more

Henry Repeating Arms is expanding its lineup of modern lever action firearms with the introduction of the new Bear’s Leg Pistol, a compact, utility-minded platform that blends the unmistakable profile of the classic Mare’s Leg with features tailored to the way today’s firearm owners actually use their guns.

Offered in .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .30-30 Winchester, and .45-70 Government, the Bear’s Leg Pistol is purpose-built for versatility, customization, and hard use. Each model features a factory-threaded barrel, a polymer handguard with M-LOK® slots and a Picatinny rail section, fiber optic sights, a large loop lever, and a side loading gate. The result is a lever action pistol platform equally suited for range use, truck carry, property duty, camp utility, and lawful customization where permitted.

“The Bear’s Leg is our take on what a modern lever action pistol can be, cranked up to 11,” said Anthony Imperato, Founder and CEO of Henry Repeating Arms. “It starts with a format people instantly recognize, then we give it some additional firepower, and then we add our popular X Model furniture for user configuration. Whether that means adding accessories, shooting suppressed, or using it as the foundation for something more specialized, the Bear’s Leg is purpose-built for possibility.”

While rooted in one of the most iconic silhouettes of the Old West, the Bear’s Leg was developed with a close eye on the present. Henry engineers drew inspiration from how customers are increasingly configuring their lever action rifles, mounting lights, adding accessories, seeking suppressor compatibility, and adapting traditional platforms to more specialized roles.

The pistol-caliber versions, chambered in .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum, offer approachable recoil, fast follow-up shots, and broad all-around practicality. The .30-30 Win. model brings one of America’s most time-tested hunting and ranch cartridges into a compact new format. For those seeking maximum authority in minimum space, the .45-70 Gov’t version stands as the biggest and boldest expression of the platform.

In addition to its out-of-the-box capability, the Bear’s Leg is also designed to offer a straightforward path to Short-Barreled Rifle (SBR) conversion, where legally permitted and with approved ATF paperwork. Because it already includes a threaded barrel and modern attachment points from the factory, it provides a ready-made foundation for those interested in building a more compact, lever action SBR platform without permanent modification.

The new Henry Bear’s Leg Pistol is available now through federally licensed firearms dealers, carrying an MSRP of $1,129. For more information, visit HenryUSA.com.