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Langdon Tactical Technology has partnered with RifleGear to release the LTT 1301 SBS, a short-barreled version of the Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod 2 featuring a 15-inch barrel, BLINK gas system, and Langdon Tactical upgrades. Available now, pricing starts at $2,685 MSRP and goes up to $2,839 MSRP depending on configuration.
B&T AG has terminated its licensing agreement with B&T USA following a prolonged dispute over unpaid fees. The decision immediately revokes B&T USA’s rights to use trademarks, distribute products, and operate under the B&T brand in the United States.
Next Level Armament has acquired Ursa Designs, bringing design and engineering capabilities in-house to create a fully integrated development pipeline. The move is expected to accelerate product innovation, improve quality control, and streamline the path from concept to market.
Ghost Mountain Group has introduced the G.M.C.S. chassis system for the Ruger American Gen II, offering a lightweight, rigid, and modular upgrade with AR component compatibility and a fully enclosed M-LOK forend. Available now in Black and FDE, the chassis retails for $650 MSRP.
Ferro Concepts has introduced the 5” Assault Cummerbund (5AC), a semi-rigid system designed to improve stability, weight distribution, and load-bearing performance. Featuring laser-cut thermoplastic construction, integrated comms routing, and a flexible stretch section, the 5AC is available now with an MSRP of $154.
Radian Weapons has introduced the VERTEX drop-in single-stage trigger, developed in collaboration with TriggerTech. Featuring a 3.5 lb pull weight, Zero Creep technology, and enhanced ergonomics, the VERTEX is designed to deliver a consistent and precise trigger break for AR-15 platforms. MSRP is set at $239.95.
FN America has been awarded a $9.9 million contract to supply M240B machine guns to the U.S. Army and Navy. The long-serving 7.62 NATO platform has been a cornerstone of U.S. military firepower since the late 1970s, continuing to see use across modern conflicts.
Springfield Armory, in partnership with Aimpoint, has introduced a new lineup of Echelon pistols featuring the A-CUT interface and factory-mounted COA enclosed red dot. Available in 4.5F, 4.0FC, and 4.0C models, the system is designed to improve durability and zero retention by transferring recoil forces into a full-length dovetail. The new Echelon COA models carry an MSRP of $1,119.
Vortex Optics has introduced the Strike Eagle 1-10×24 FFP LPVO, bringing first focal plane performance, an illuminated EBR-8 reticle, and motion-activated illumination to a more accessible price point. With an MSRP of $999 and current retail pricing around $699, the new Strike Eagle positions itself as a strong value option in the growing 1-10x LPVO market.
Microsoft has confirmed that its Copilot AI assistant will arrive on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S in 2026. Announced during Game Developers Conference 2026, the feature will allow players to ask in-game questions, get game recommendations, and access account information directly from their console.
