Del-Ton’s Compact DT20 9mm Pistol Has High Capacity and a Unique Design

Del-Ton has been around in the AR world for a good number of years, first as a parts supplier and later as a manufacturer of complete rifles. It’s always been AR-related products though, so imagine my surprise when I popped in at SHOT to see what kind of retro carry handle goodness they were offering […]

SHOT Show 2024: The Lionheart Vulcan 9 Pistol is Finally Almost Here

I like everything about the Lionheart Vulcan…except for the fact that I’ve never shot one. I’ve kept an eye on the Vulcan’s development since it was announced at SHOT 2023. The good news: it’s almost here. For real. Lionheart will be shipping the first Vulcan 9 pistols in mid-February. If you’re unfamiliar with the Vulcan, […]

CMP Signs with Tisas USA to Offer New GI Version 1911A1 Pistols

I caught wind of this last year at SHOT, but the deal was finally signed this year right as SHOT Show 2024 kicked off. The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has signed a deal with Tisas USA to offer newly manufactured 1911A1 pistols in WW 2 GI trim to its members. Let’s talk a minute about […]

New Company, New Pistol: Rost Martin Launches the RM1C 9mm at SHOT Show

Rost Martin RM1C 9mm pistol

Walking through the downstairs food court at SHOT Show, my Korean chicken bowl and I did something of a double take at the large, impressive Rost Martin booth. I stood there for a hot second staring at it, racking my brain for any recognition of the brand. It’s possible that an established, successful firearm company […]

OSD Verdict: 2024 Proved the SHOT Show is Very Much Alive and Well

  The first SHOT after COVID was in 2022, and at the time there was a real question about whether trade shows were dead. That’s no longer an open question — the show was vibrant this year. Huge and tiring, yes. And like at any show there are some crufty companies. But the level of innovation […]

Biggest SHOT Show Ever Wraps Up with Record-Breaking Success

SHOT Show lobby crowd

The 46th SHOT Show was a resounding success, setting new benchmarks for industry innovation, collaboration and engagement. With an expanded show floor, a record-high number of exhibitors, and an array of new features and networking opportunities, the 2024 SHOT Show was the largest to date. More than 55,400 industry professionals packed the 13.9 miles of […]

SHOT Show: WEE1 Tactical Will Soon Release a Mini AK-47 in 22 LR

When WEE1 Tactical launched their JR-15, a scaled-down AR-15 chambered in 22 LR and designed for youth shooting with some kid-focused safety features and such built in, it sparked the most incredible outrage, bedwetting, and knicker knotting among the libs. We got a kick out of that, but also appreciated the lightweight, youth-sized firearm that’s […]

SHOT Show 2024: The Carry Handle Comeback

What’s old is new again at SHOT this year and it isn’t just lever guns. Classic carry handle AR uppers are back with a vengeance, too. Some were brought back by companies that used to make them, and some were brand new. While Brownell’s sparked a retro rush a few years back (and still supports […]

SHOT Show 2024: The Year Thompson Met Stoner

Every year, SHOT Show seems to have a theme, more or less. A type of gun, caliber, or something that ties together multiple new product releases from a range of companies. A few years ago, it was the year of the Hi-Power. Before that, it was the year of 5.7x28mm. This year, the major theme […]