Firearms x Culture
IWI US introduces the ARAD 5 rifle, a modular 5.56 platform featuring a semi-monolithic upper receiver, short-stroke gas piston system, and patented QD CamLok barrel system. Designed for military, law enforcement, and civilian shooters.
Ruger expands its iconic 10/22 lineup with new carbon fiber models, including a standard configuration and a takedown variant featuring a carbon fiber-wrapped barrel. Both rifles include 16.1” cold hammer-forged barrels, 1/2×28 threaded muzzles, and Magpul stocks, delivering lightweight performance, enhanced durability, and modern versatility while maintaining the reliability of the classic 10/22 platform. MSRP ranges from $629 to $729.
At Shot Show 2026, Shadow Systems officially entered the AR market with the debut of its first semi-automatic rifle platforms: the 16-inch U526 and 11.5-inch E526. Built using the same system-driven engineering philosophy that defined the company’s pistols, these rifles mark a calculated expansion into one of the most competitive segments of the firearms industry.
Born from a Department of War request, Noveske’s integrally suppressed .300 Blackout SBR blends the company’s fifth-generation design with exceptional suppression, recoil impulse, and premium fit and finish. After time behind the trigger, it’s clear this platform wasn’t designed to impress, it was designed to perform.
EOTECH is expanding its holographic weapons sight lineup with the introduction of the HWS EXPS3 HD, a new optic that represents the culmination of more than 30 years of research, design, and refinement.
The Noveske Amigo is a compact, KX3-compatible suppressor built for 13.7” 5.56 rifles—durable, precise, and purpose-driven.
The B5 Modular Platform Stock blends rugged design with smart adjustability, featuring a folding hinge, cheek riser, and ambidextrous sling mounts—all built for serious rifle setups.
Foxtrot Mike’s RMB System eliminates bolt bounce and reduces recoil for a smoother, more controlled PCC shooting experience. Smart design, real results.
Emissary Development has officially unveiled the second generation of its Picatinny Handbrake—a compact forward grip solution that’s built to punch above its weight in both durability and comfort.
Following their debut at SHOT Show 2025, Modlite’s NOXON series has officially launched, introducing two new lighting systems: the HAVOK rifle-mounted light and the EVAK handheld.
