Firearms x Culture
Keltec is known for making innovative designs and composite materials for a diverse firearms lineup. One of the company’s standout products is the folding Sub-2000 Pistol Caliber Carbine. The popularity of the Sub-2000 was its ability to fold and be carried discreetly in a small bag or day pack. Now, Keltec is proud to introduce the next evolution of their popular PCC with the Sub-2000 Gen 3.
B&T is known for making robust, reliable, and precise firearms, suppressors, and accessories. The company’s Swiss roots of precision and mechanical excellence shine through its entire lineup of unique products. Recently, its American subsidiary B&T USA announced the limited run of APC9K SD2. The B&T APC9K SD2 is an integrally suppressed submachine gun with a scalable suppression system.
Brownells continues to grow its successful lineup of BRN-180 uppers receivers. The company has been a part of the resurgence of the iconic AR-180 design and function. The BRN lineup consists of the 5.56, 300 BLK, and 7.62×39 variants. Brownells is proud to announce the BRN-9, chambered in 9mm.
Over the last few months, I have had a chance to use The Byte soft case by Lynx Defense. The Byte is Lynx’s discreet soft case designed for PCCs, SMGs, and PDW-style firearms. Let’s take a closer look at The Byte and what it has to offer.
Kinetic Development Group is well-known for making firearm components and accessories for the AR-15, FN SCAR, and HK 416/417. Recently, Kinetic Development released a series of accessories for budget-friendly PCC, the Grand Power Stribog.
Maxim Defense is known for manufacturing high-quality firearms, suppressors, and ammunition. The firearm manufacturer has just announced a partnership with the folks over at Firearm Policy Coalition (FPC).
Over the years, Pistol Caliber Carbines have gained popularity as a versatile firearm’s platform. A PCC can be used for a fun day at the range, a competition, or for self-defense. Now, Smith & Wesson has entered the PCC market with the M&P FPC or Folding Pistol Carbine. The new folder from S&W comes optics-ready, features a unique folding mechanism, and uses M&P magazines.
Henry Rifles’ iconic and timeless lever action helped tame the Wild West. Now, the legendary manufacturer is offering a new carbine with the versatility to handle the wild that still exists. Henry is proud to introduce the Homesteader 9mm carbine.
At Shot Show 2023, Primary Arms unveiled SLx MD-25 with the ACSS reticle. Now, the new red dot is ready for prime time and to provide consumers with an affordable red dot option. The SLx MD-25 Gen II features a 12,000-hour battery life, auto live technology, and 12 illumination settings. The red dot also includes risers and spacers for the end users to find the perfect optic height.
Over the last decade, the Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC) has steadily increased in popularity within the firearms community. A PCC provides great fun and utility as a fun rifle for plinking or competition purposes. Earlier this week, Springfield Armory announced the first PCC to the Saint lineup with Saint Victor Carbine (SVC) chambered in 9mm.
