Advanced Target Technologies has just released a Simunition/UTM version of their Lumatic Target Plates. The system is designed for target designation and hit notification with sensors that display information via self healing LED lights. The Sim/UTM Lumatic Targets complement ATT’s current system for live fire training available here. Details, links and information can be found below.

This summer Taurus USA has unleashed a flurry of new handgun iterations that bring in more exotic looks, desired accessories, and specialty engraving to woo your wallets. These come through their staple models of the Taurus 92 9mm, Judge .45 Long Colt/.410 Gauge, and 1911 in .45 ACP cartridge. We have a lot to cover so let’s dive right in!

SIG Sauer has introduced a BRAND SPANKIN’ NEW Custom Slide Assembly for their P320 series of pistols. The New Pro-Cut Slide Assembly unveiled today will fit either the P320F or P320C models from SIG. Unfortunately, these new custom slides are not compatible with the P320 X-Compact because the barrel inside that firearm is too short. It is also important to note that the New Pro-Cut Slide Assembly is for only the industry’s favorite cartridge of 9mm. It is not compatible with .40 S&W, .357 SIG, or .45 ACP.

LongShot Mfg of Andover, New Jersey, specialize in the design and manufacturing of lightweight aluminum and alloy components that directly replace many of the original plastic components that often come as standard on firearms.

Robert Reese, one of the well-known founders of Springfield Armory, has peacefully passed away in Bettendorf, Iowa at the age of 87. He undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the firearms industry through his 45+ years of restoring the Springfield name, growing new lines of popular firearms, and bringing honor back to ones of old like the iconic M1A. The Quad-City Times, a hometown newspaper local to him, issued this obituary for his passing:

Back in May TFB reported on Heckler & Koch’s first quarterly financial report for 2019. We reported that the company was enjoying a large order intake for both military and law enforcement contracts, many of which we have covered here on TFB, but also noted the company’s problems with cash flow. We published Heckler & Koch’s statement on the quarterly report and endeavoured, as we always do here at TFB, to report the news in the most balanced manner possible.

Steyr Arms USA recently announced that they would be hosting a FREE Range Day open to the public at their Steyr Academy located at the CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park. Well, the date has finally been set for July 27th for those who may be interested in attending. Steyr Arms has a full day of activities planned for attendees ranging from the casual to the competitive and it is behind all Steyr Arms firearms. Their most recent Press Release can be read below elaborating on the Range Day:

For anyone who happens to own a rifle chambered in 450 Bushmaster, Federal Premium has made a Press Release stating exactly what grain weight is likely to perform best for that cartridge. This was a message they recently sent out to dealers and distributors of Federal Premium ammunition who might be stocking the .450 Bushmaster cartridge for consumers:

The Speer Gold Dot G2 line of hollow-point ammunition has been a staple for law enforcement and now it is finally available for the commercial market! Shooters have their choice of 3 predictable suspects in either 9mm, .40 S&W or .45 ACP. For 3 years now law enforcement have been able to top off their magazines with Gold Dot G2, and TFB reported on this back in November of 2016. Then, last year at the  US Concealed Carry Association Expo ( USCCAE) Speer hinted at making the ammunition available for commercial sale. Well, those hints have finally come to fruition.

Browning has already lifted the veil off of their newly redesigned BPS shotguns for the upcoming year 2020 with more mindful features for hunting and shooting. One immediate improvement is the checkered grip surfaces on Walnut stock models and textured grip surfaces on their composite stocked counterparts. While the NEW Browning BPS shotguns look nearly identical to previous ones the difference is in the details. Browning shared these words on their website:

Steyr Arms is extending a tremendously generous offer to LE Marksmen by opening up their Steyr Training Academy for FREE long distance marksmanship training for any qualified law enforcement marksmen. The following Press Release was issued by Steyr Arms a little over a week ago notifying law enforcement that if you can find a way there, your training is FREE:

As Glock continues to grow out their line of Gen5 pistols so does  Lasermax with their Guide Rod Lasers that fit inside. For those who might be unfamiliar with the concept, Lasermax produces a laser that is tucked neatly inside the guide rod/recoil assembly of various semi-automatic pistols. By doing this, owners do not need to buy new holsters or alter any of their gear in order to get the benefits of using a laser for training or defense. Some of the other specifications you can expect are as follows as presented by Lasermax:

Smith & Wesson are celebrating shipping their three millionth M&P Shield. Since its introduction back in 2012, Smith & Wesson have shipped the pistol in various calibres and configuration including .380 APC, 9x19mm, .40 S&W and .45 ACP. Since the very first Shield, we’ve seen the M&P Shield M2.0 and the M&P380 Shield EZ.

For those who may be gearing up for western big game hunts this fall a new contender to the market is the Savage Arms 110 High Country. If you have been watching Savage Arms this last year you may have noticed that they are upgrading and re-doing all of their Model 110 rifles. This includes improvements on prior models and the introduction of a lot of new ones entirely. Many of them are specialty rifles or dedicated to a specific facet of shooting/hunting. The mission of the 110 High Country is long-range hunting. The specifications for this new offering can be read below as presented by Savage Arms:

German Sports Guns (GSG) have produced a purple framed version of their Firefly .22lr pistol, which is being imported through American Tactical.  The GSG Firefly has been available since 2016, but this version offers a little more color to contrast the typical modern firearms market.

Glock have announced that Allentown Police Department, in Pennsylvania, have selected the Glock 19 Gen5. Just under 300 officers, in Pennsylvania’s 3rd biggest city, will be switching from SIG Sauers to Glocks.

Last month we reported that the US Marine Corps had begun issuing the M18, the compact variant of the US military’s Modular Handgun System (MHS). SIG Sauer have now shared a statement celebrating the adoption. The USMC’s adoption of the MHS was only a matter of time with the Corps involved in the MHS selection. Earlier this year the US Air Force also began issuing the M18 to select units.

Over the years TFB has documented the ups and downs of Wildey Guns, up to 2015 when the rights to manufacture this iconic pistol were acquired by US Firearms Corp. (USAFC). We had then to wait until last year to finally see the official re-introduction to market of their improved Wildey Survivor Pistol in .44 Auto Mag.

The National Rifle League ( NRL) hosts a multitude of different shooting disciplines including NRL22, a rimfire class out to 100 yards, and now they are adding to that with the introduction of a new Air Rifle class for the 2019 / 2020 Competition Season. While many shooters love the thrill and competition of shooting centerfire rifles out to 1,000 yards, not all regions of the US have areas available to shoot that far. This is how the NRL22 division began and now with the addition of an Air Rifle class, even more shooters can step up to the bench and compete. Within NRL22 you have 5 options total now in which to compete:

If you have not jumped on the 350 Legend bandwagon yet there is still plenty of time to do so and Savage Arms is unveiling a flurry of offerings this summer to tempt you to join the party. For those who might not be familiar or acquainted with the .350 Legend cartridge, it is a new round introduced by Winchester Repeating Arms from SHOT Show 2019. It is a straight-wall cartridge with more energy than the time-tested .30-30 Winchester and stalwart .300 Blackout round. Moreover, being a straight-wall cartridge it is more universally accepted throughout the United States as an acceptable hunting cartridge.

Kansas-based Butler Creek have announced that their ASAP electronic magazine loader is now available for order and shipping. The ASAP is a battery or mains-powered mechanised magazine loader which Butler Creek say can load a 30 round AR mag in about 45 seconds. Currently, the ASAP is only available in .223/ 5.56x45mm.

Holosun is introducing a new line of red dot magnifiers, called the HM3X line.

The SIG Sauer Suppressed Upper Receiver in .300 Blackout (SUR300) has been seen in the wild by police forces and already won military contracts, but now you can buy one for yourself off of Silencer Shop’s website. The SUR300 integrally suppressed upper receiver assembly is not listed on SIG Sauer’s own website as of yet, but Silencer Shop has all of the details for us. This excerpt from Silencer Shop’s website gives a good explanation as to what it is all about:

Xtech Tactical have announced a new version of their MAG47 AK magazine, introduced last year. They claim their new MAG47mil is ‘the strongest US Made rifle magazine ever made’ following extensive user testing.

SIG Sauer is known for producing solid metal framed firearms in an assortment of attractive finishes and their latest of the Spartan II Series is finally shipping out to firearm retailers. The Spartan II Series is available in their 1911 Full-Size and Carry, and the P238 and P938 Micro-Compacts.

Steyr Arms USA makes some top-notch firearms, but not everybody gets the opportunity to be able to handle, let alone shoot them, before diving in and purchasing one. Well, you might be in luck this July if you live near Alabama or are in the mood for a road trip. You could hit up the Steyr Arms USA Range Day 2019 and get your fill of everything Steyr in one day!

As we start heading into the months of summer and more of us crawl out from our shooting dormancy, we will be looking to polish our former shooting skills. A lot of us join leagues at our local gun club, line up range days with friends, or turn to varmint hunting to serve the dual purpose of eliminating pesky varmints and honing our shooting prowess. This is where a truly explosive round like the CCI VNT can come in handy! CCI has debuted 2 new cartridges in which their impactful VNT tip will be topping off – .17 Mach 2 and .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire (WMR).

Springfield Armory have added a .40 S&W option to their XD-S Mod.2 line. The .40 calibre model joins the 9×19 and .45ACP chamberings, and offers a 6+1 or 7+1 capacity, weighing in at 22 oz.

Tyrant Designs is back at it again by bringing us another iteration of their truly unique muzzle brake that requires no set screws. They now have a P365 T-Comp available for SIG owners who want to lessen the recoil and muzzle rise while shooting. We at TFB actually had the opportunity to test and evaluate one of their T-Comp muzzle devices previously on a Glock pistol and were quite impressed. For those who own the wildly popular P365, this T-Comp could be a valuable addition to their range day fun.

For those who are unaware, the month of June is not just the metaphorical start of summer, but it is also June Safety Month. A month in which the principles of safe firearm handling and storage practices are promoted, shared and passed on to many shooters both old and new in the gun community.