Firearms X Culture
At Shot Show 2024, Antimatter astounded the audience with the next iteration of the Scopeswitch system—the electronic Scopeswitch. At Range Day 2024, I seized the opportunity to explore both the original and electronic Scopeswitch systems, comparing and contrasting their experiences to gain deeper insights into their capabilities.
Just days before Shot Show 2024, Flux teased the next evolution of the chassis – this time for the SIG P365 platform. Social media buzzed with excitement to learn more about Flux’s newest brainchild – the Flux Raider 365. At Shot Show 2024, I had the opportunity to spend extensive time with the new platform and speak with Flux Defense owners to learn more about this exciting addition.
A few years ago, Palmetto State Armory (PSA) released the Dagger pistol. The new pistol was based on the Gen 3 Glock architecture and was priced significantly lower than any clone on the market. The PSA Dagger allowed consumers to obtain a reliable and affordable pistol at a great price. Fast forward to Shot Show 2024, and PSA is proud to announce the Sabre Dagger and Micro lineup of pistols.
At Shot Show 2024, Nocturn Industries has solidified its reputation as an innovative leader, continually pushing the boundaries of the night vision market. Building on the success of last year’s groundbreaking debut, the Chimera Bridge for the GPNVGs, the company remains committed to advancing its product line. Nocturn Industries proudly unveils the latest iteration of its Ultralight Adaptable Night Vision Monocular, known as UANVM “Tanto”.
Nocturn Industries emerges as a true disruptor in the night vision industry, aiming to make night vision accessible and affordable without emptying one’s bank account. By reshaping the market landscape, they send a clear message: evolve or die. Nocturn maintains this evolutionary mindset with the debut of the innovative ALPHA mount at Shot Show 2024.
Atlas Gunworks is well-known for crafting some of the best 2011 pistols on the market. Each Atlas pistol is meticulously designed, carefully constructed, and hand-built with a level of precision and accuracy that has few equals. Now, Atlas Gunworks has taken that wealth of knowledge and expertise and poured it into their new pistol. Atlas Gunworks is proud to debut the new Apollo V2 pistol.
Two years ago, the world was introduced to the Atlas Ares, an EDC offering from Atlas Gunworks. The Ares featured meticulous design, careful construction, with an unparalleled level of craftsmanship. It embodied the spirit of the Ares himself and became an EDC juggernaut for the company. Atlas has gleaned knowledge and lessons from the Ares to design the next evolution in their EDC lineup. Atlas Gunworks is proud to introduce the EOS pistol.
Zenith Firearms has built a solid reputation for producing high-quality HK MP5 clones using authentic H&K tooling. With an extensive understanding of the MP5 system and design, the Virginia-based company now ventures into a new realm, aiming to blend the H&K 53 and M4 platforms into a singular offering. Enter the ZF-56, the latest innovation from Zenith Firearms.
At Shot Show 2017, Hudson Manufacturing unveiled the Hudson H9, a groundbreaking pistol that blended the classic 1911 grip and trigger with a contemporary striker-fire system. Despite its innovative design, the Hudson H9 experienced a brief lifespan of only three years before the company ceased operations. However, the story didn’t end there. Daniel Defense acquired the rights and blueprint of the Hudson H9, embarking on a covert mission to reimagine and rebuild the iconic firearm. The culmination of their efforts is the
Over the last few years, the Beretta 1301 has become the go-to tactical shotgun on the market, with its sights set on the throne to replace the coveted Benelli M4. The 1301 from Beretta offers excellent performance, reliability, and the fastest operating system on the market, known as the B-Link Gas System. This shotgun offers the complete package and can handle whatever you throw at it. Beretta is proud to introduce the next evolution of the 1301–the 1301 Tactical Mod 2.
C+H Precision has built a solid reputation for its optic plates and slide milling services tailored for pistols. Moreover, the company has supplied OEM plates to various brands within the industry. However, last year marked a significant milestone for C+H as it ventured into the optics market with the introduction of the Comp, Duty, EDC, and EDC-XL red dots for pistols. Now, in anticipation of Shot Show 2024, the company is set to expand its product lineup by introducing a new range of dedicated rifle optics.
At SHOT Show 2024, Smith & Wesson unveiled their new lever-action rifle, the Model 1854. Back in 1854, Smith & Wesson patented their first lever-action rifle, the Volcanic lever-action. The new Model 1854 pays homage to that iconic rifle from 170 years ago. Smith & Wesson has taken the time and painstaking detail to craft a rifle that incorporates smooth and crisp action along with excellent craftsmanship.
Aero Precision is well-known for its AR-15s, AR-10s, and barrels, as well as for manufacturing firearm components and accessories to complete custom builds. Recently, Aero has entered the bolt action market with the introduction of the Solus Bolt Gun. Now, Aero Precision is venturing into the lever action market with its prototype lever action rifle.
During Shot Show 2024, Radian Weapons unveiled their new accessories for the P365 series of pistols. The additions include the P365-XMACRO Backstrap + Magnum. The engineering team at Radian designed the products to provide end-users with better ergonomics and a more secure grip while shooting.
At Shot Show 2024, Staccato unveils its latest addition to its lineup: the Staccato C. Positioned between the Staccato P and CS models, the Staccato C serves as a versatile option, akin to the G19x in the Staccato family. It boasts a compact slide paired with a full-size frame or compact frame depending on the end user’s preferences.
Agency Arms has built a sterling reputation on crafting top-quality products distinguished by thoughtful design choices and meticulous attention to detail. Now, they’ve channeled these qualities into their first in-house rifle build. Introducing the Classified General Purpose Rifle (GPR), a testament to Agency’s commitment to providing modern shooters with a well-built, versatile firearm fit for any task.