Industry News
New for SHOT Show 2023: SHOT Plaza Marketplace
New to SHOT Show this year is the Plaza Marketplace—a cash-and-carry tent in which vendors can place their non-FFL items and purchasers can give cash, and carry the items out.
The New Holosun Optics Are a Game Changer
Holosun is getting into the night vision market with hybrid sights. Yes, you read that right. Here's an up-close look at the new Holosun optics on display at SHOT.
SHOT 2023: Radcolube Competition Cleaning Kits
Found at SHOT Show 2023: two new all-in-one gun cleaning kits for competitive shooters that include Radcolube CLP and OTIS tools.
Last year SHOT expanded into the new Caesar's forum, and it's seemingly gotten even bigger this year. SHOT Show 2023 is made up of 13.9 miles of aisles and occupies 800,000 square feet.
NIOA Acquires Barrett Firearms
In a piece of startling news, Australian defense contractor NIOA has acquired 100% of Barrett Firearms. No major changes are planned for Barrett manufacturing.
Magpul FDP, FDC, and Magpul/Maztech Program Updates
Magpul has issued updates to the Magpul/Zev Tech Folding Defensive Pistol (FDP) and Carbine (FDC), as well as the Magpul/Maztech X4 System for the US Government.
The lawsuit seeks to ensure that Franklin Armory and all industry members are treated fairly, accurately, and in accordance with the laws enacted by Congress.
NSSF Condemns Senate Confirmation of Martin Gruenberg to FDIC Post
The Senate confirmation of Gruenberg flagrantly disregards his role in illegally forcing discriminatory banking policies on the firearm and ammo industry.
Boom! Black Friday 2022 is Third Busiest in NICS History
Santa is busy this year as Americans continue to buy firearms at a record pace. Black Friday 2022 saw a 2.8% increase in background checks over last year.
Fiocchi Eyes Future Growth After Acquisition by Czechoslovak Group
The partnership with CSG is expected to strengthen Fiocchi’s brand presence, offering more alternatives to American shooters, hunters, and law enforcement agencies.