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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.
SIG SAUER has introduced the P211-GTO Spectre Comp, a premium DS1911-style pistol built through SIG Custom Works. The 9mm handgun features a 4.4-inch match-grade bull barrel, MACH3D compensator, optics-ready slide, and LOK GridLOK brass grips for added control and balance. The P211-GTO Spectre Comp is currently listed on Gunbroker.
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Smith & Wesson and TALO Distributors have partnered to release two limited-edition Performance Center M&P 2.0 pistols. The collaboration introduces a Copper polymer-frame model and a Gold metal-frame variant, both featuring fluted match-grade barrels, compensators from Strike Industries, optics-ready slides, night sights, and flat-face triggers. Both pistols are available now through TALO distributors.
