Two Paths, One Platform: Smith & Wesson Unveils the M&P Metal HD Series
Yesterday, Smith & Wesson unveiled the new M&P Metal HD Series, expanding its Metal lineup with two distinct models: the M&P Metal HD and the M&P...
Compact, Capable, and FFP: EOTECH Unveils the Vudu 4–12×36 Ahead of SHOT Show
EOTECH is expanding its Vudu optics lineup ahead of SHOT Show 2026 with the introduction of the new Vudu 4–12×36 riflescope.
EOTECH Introduces the OGL C, Bringing Its On-Gun Laser System to the Commercial Market
Ahead of SHOT Show 2026, EOTECH is closing that gap with the launch of the OGL C, a commercial-compliant variant that retains the core design, layout, and usability of the original OGL while incorporating eye-safe visible and IR lasers.
Barrett Announces MRAD Covert, REC10 Return, Precision .50 BMG Ammo, and New Colors Ahead of SHOT Show
Ahead of SHOT Show, Barrett Firearms has unveiled a slate of product announcements that signal where the company is placing its focus moving into the next year. Rather than introducing entirely new platforms on the show floor, Barrett is refining and expanding proven systems across its precision rifle, semi-automatic, and ammunition offerings.
Agency Arms and Atlas Gunworks Unveil Project Alias, a Flagship 2011 Build
Agency Arms and Atlas Gunworks have officially unveiled Project Alias, a new 2011 developed through a collaboration focused on craftsmanship, precision, and long-term refinement. Hand fit and assembled by a single master gunsmith, Project Alias is positioned as a premium entry in the modern 2011 market.
VKTR Industries Releases the VKP Pro, Its First Entry into the Double-Stack 1911 Market
VKTR Industries has officially stepped into the competitive double-stack 1911 space with the release of the VKP Pro, the first model in the company’s new Vanguard Series.
Ambient Air EXO 5.56: A Technical Look at Next-Generation Suppressor Design
Ambient Air’s EXO 5.56 suppressor treats every element—airflow, pressure, heat, and bullet dynamics—as part of a precise system. With its patent-pending intake and advanced shockwave management, the EXO delivers consistent performance, reduced sound, and improved accuracy, redefining conventional suppressor engineering.
Kimber Expands the 2K11 Line with the Introduction of the 2K11 Comp
Kimber has expanded its double-stack 2K11 lineup with the introduction of the 2K11 Comp, a model featuring an integrated compensator designed to improve recoil control and sight tracking. Built on a stainless steel frame and equipped with modern optics compatibility, the 2K11 Comp reflects a system-level approach to performance within Kimber’s growing 2K11 platform.
Tex Ordnance Announces Closure After 12 Years in Business
Big Tex Ordnance, a well-known firearms retailer, shooting range, and online retailer based in Conroe, Texas, is closing its doors after 12 years of operation. The firearms industry has faced increasing economic pressures in recent years, including rising costs, shifting consumer demand, and increased competition. While Big Tex’s shutdown marks the end of an era for the company, it reflects broader challenges within the retail and shooting sports market.
Challenging The Standard: A Look at Ambient Arms’ EXO 5.56 Suppressor
Ambient Arms’ EXO 5.56 suppressor caught my attention not because of marketing hype, but because it challenges long-standing assumptions about suppressor design. Its patent-pending Intake System, combined with a flow-through architecture, represents a thoughtful attempt to rethink how heat, gas, and sound are managed as a complete system. Whether the EXO ultimately lives up to its claims or not, the engineering intent alone signals a meaningful step forward—and the kind of innovation the suppressor industry needs.
