Firearms x Culture
Colt’s Manufacturing Company partners with CNC Firearms to re-release the rare Colt BOA .357 Magnum revolver. Originally limited to 1,200 units in 1985, the BOA returns in 4-inch and 6-inch configurations, featuring a Trooper MK V frame paired with a Python-style barrel. Available now with an MSRP of $1,999.
ZEV Technologies partners with Field Ethos to release the Santeria Hypercomp, a premium 9mm pistol built on the OZ9 V2 platform. Featuring an integrated ported barrel, steel receiver, RMR-cut slide, and titanium nitride finish, this limited collaboration blends performance engineering with cultural design. MSRP is $2,300.
Ferro Concepts continues to expand its diverse pouch and magazine retention solutions with the Dangler AR. The Dangler is a purpose-built magazine carrier designed to hold...
Next Level Armament introduces the Aethon .308 rifle, a fully ambidextrous AR-10 platform featuring a billet receiver set, TriggerTech duty trigger, and B5 Systems furniture. Designed to deliver a more controlled shooting experience, the Aethon claims reduced recoil and improved balance but with limited technical details provided, questions remain about how those performance gains are achieved.
Flux Defense introduces the Raider X Chop Top Mod, a low-profile PDW chassis upgrade for the SIG P320. Designed for improved concealability and performance, it features direct slide-mounted optics for reduced height-over-bore and faster target acquisition. Available now with an MSRP of $469.
Langdon Tactical Technology enhances the CZ P-09 Nocturne with performance-driven upgrades, including refined DA/SA trigger options, optics-ready capability with a Holosun K footprint, and improved ergonomics. Available in full-size and compact variants, the LTT-tuned P-09 addresses the platform’s biggest weakness while elevating reliability and shootability. Here’s a full breakdown of features, trigger packages, and pricing.
JL Billet introduces the RXM Reaper chassis, a billet aluminum system designed to convert RXM fire control insert pistols into compact personal defense platforms. Featuring a deployable brace, dual magazine system, and compatibility with Glock 19 and 17 components, the Reaper enhances control, stability, and capacity in a streamlined package.
Beretta introduces the 80X Cheetah Tactical Bronze, a modernized .380 ACP pistol featuring a factory-installed compensator, optics-ready slide, and adjustable X-treme S trigger. Built on the classic Cheetah platform, this updated model delivers enhanced recoil control, improved ergonomics, and modern performance for concealed carry and defensive use.
Sig Sauer introduces the M400-FORGE series, including an 11.5-inch pistol and 16-inch rifle. Featuring cold hammer forged barrels, TriggerTech two-stage triggers, M-LOK handguards, Magpul furniture, and a ROMEO-MSR Gen II red dot, the FORGE lineup delivers a complete, duty-ready AR platform straight out of the box.
EAA Corp expands its Witness 2311 lineup with the new CMX and CMXX pistols. Featuring optics-ready slides, 4.25-inch barrels, and tuned 4.5 lb triggers, the CMX offers modular 1911 compatibility while the CMXX delivers an integrated compensator for reduced recoil and enhanced control in a carry-ready platform.
