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The highly awaited collaboration between LV Stipple and Sunset Goons set for December 9th marks a significant moment in the firearms community. As these two influential entities join forces, there’s a palpable excitement within the industry. Social media teases have only heightened anticipation, revealing a fusion of LV Stipple’s unmatched expertise with Sunset Goons’ innovative design flair.
In recent years, Walther elevated its renowned PPQ series by introducing the Performance Duty Pistol (PDP) as its successor. The PDP swiftly earned acclaim, securing the prestigious Guns & Ammo Handgun of the Year award. Walther takes pride in unveiling the PDP Match Steel Frame – a definitive edition that signifies the pinnacle of precision and performance in their esteemed lineup.
Smith & Wesson recently released a new edition to the celebrated M&P 2.0 series with a new Performance Center Metal M&P9 M2.0 featuring a sleek OD Green Cerakote finish. The new M&P pistol features a threaded barrel with a Faxon compensator to reduce felt recoil and allow for less muzzle rise and quicker follow-up shots. The new metal frame pistol also comes optics-ready with suppressor height sights, a karambit knife, and a challenge coin. The new M&P M2.0 comes with two 23-round magazines and two 17-round magazines.
Antimatter Industries is known for making innovative products and thinking outside the box. First, the company challenged the idea of what a scope mount is with the ScopeSwitch. Now, Antimatter is challenging our preconceived concepts of what can be applied to a pistol. Antimatter Industries is proud to introduce the Wing.
Speer Ammunition has earned a well-deserved reputation for producing premium defensive ammunition tailored for law enforcement and personal defense. Their hollow point ammunition, available for both pistols and rifles, stands out as a lethal and exceptionally crafted choice. Over time, Speer Gold Dot has emerged as the top ammunition preference for numerous police agencies across the United States and globally. Notably, the Miami-Dade Police Department recently entrusted Speer Ammunition with a significant contract to manufacture 9mm 124-grain +P and .223 Rem 75-grain Gold Dot ammunition.
In recent years, the micro-compact pistol market has witnessed a remarkable surge in popularity, driven by the success of pistols like the Glock 48 and SIG P365. Now, Taurus is set to make its mark in this burgeoning market with the introduction of the GX4 Carry. This new offering is poised to provide a budget friendly option for shooters and seeks to redefine what we can expect from a micro-compact pistol in this price range.
XS Sights have built a reputation for making affordable, dependable, and rugged iron sights for the Glock, SIG, FN, Springfield Armory, M&P series of pistols. Not resting on their success of their original sights, engineers and designers at XS Sights went back to the drawing board to create better iron sights for the end user. XS Sights is proud to announce the R3D 2.0 Tritium Sights and their new Minimalist Night Sights.
Caldwell is known for making steel targets and target accessories for both pistol and rifle shooting. Recently, Caldwell announced their newest shooting accessory—the Flash Bang Hit Indicator. The Flash Bang attaches to a steel target to provide a visual aid when the target is struck. This allows shooters to gain another level of shot accountability, providing shooters with třwaudio and visual confirmation especially at longer ranges.
Faxon Firearms, a prominent name in the firearms industry, continues to push the boundaries of excellence with the introduction of their latest addition to the FX-19 lineup: the FX-19 LT series. This new series exemplifies Faxon’s commitment to delivering top-tier firearms and accessories that meet the evolving needs of the shooting community.
Taurus, a name synonymous with budget-friendly firearms, has continually provided a diverse range of options to firearm enthusiasts, whether they seek pistols, revolvers, or rimfire handguns. While Taurus has long excelled in delivering affordability, their latest offering, the GX4 Graphene, marks a significant leap into sophistication and innovative features—an exciting departure from the brand’s budget-friendly reputation.
Holosun Optics has gained a reputation for making innovative, reliable, and rugged optics for pistols and rifles. This pedigree has pushed other optic manufacturers to innovate while being price-competitive with Holosun optics. One of Holosun’s most popular innovations is the Solar Charging Sight series of red dot optics. Holosun is proud to introduce the newest entry to the SCS series with the SCS-320. The new SCS features a 20,000 hr rechargeable battery, has a Delta Point Foot, features Holosun’s multi-reticle design, and is fully enclosed.
News| Gear & Optics By Drew BryantAugust 29th, 2023, theloadoutblog.com In the realm of firearm optics, Holosun has established a formidable reputation for producing optics that combine robustness, reliability, and […]
Well known firearm manufacturer Killer Innovations continues to push the boundaries of innovation and quality with their latest offering, the Velocity V1 Slide for Sig P365. Widely recognized for their futuristic designs and craftsmanship, Killer Innovations has once again captured the attention of the firearms industry. The Velocity V1 Slide, available in both sleek Black and sophisticated Grey coatings, aims to redefine customization possibilities for Sig P365/365XL owners.
Over the last couple of years, CZ has been keeping a closely guarded secret from prying eyes. During this time, engineers, designers, and shooters have meticulously designed and refined the newest entry into the beloved CZ Shadow lineup. In the past, there have been whispers and conjectures that CZ might be introducing something new to the lineup. The community speculated and hoped CZ would make Shadow 2 in a compact form factor. Now, that dream has come to fruition. CZ USA is proud to announce the CZ Shadow 2 Compact.
Embracing traditional build methods, including the use of quality components, meticulous hand-fitting, and American craftsmanship, Alchemy pistols redefine firearm aesthetics and performance. The latest addition to their illustrious lineup, the Quantico HiCap Carry, showcases their dedication to elevating firearms to an unparalleled level of sophistication.
The highly anticipated collaboration between LV Stipple and WRMFZY marks a momentous occasion for the firearms community, as two distinct forces in the industry unite their expertise and creativity. With glimpses and teases of this remarkable partnership already surfacing on social media, the anticipation has reached a fever pitch.