[SHOT 2022] ATN ODIN LT Series Thermal Monocular

At SHOT Show ATN had their latest on display. One of them was this thermal monocular they call the ODIN LT Series. It is a handheld device that can be helmet mounted.

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[SHOT 2022] A Heat Shield for your Can? The Modtac Rigid Suppressor Shield

Hop’s at Modtac for SHOT Show 2022 to talk about the Modtac Suppressor Shield, a device that fixes in place via your firearm’s rail to form a protective shield over your suppressor and protect yourself and others from possible burning. Accoring to Modtac’s website about this device:

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[SHOT 2022] Precision Armament AeroMod 22+ Silencer

Precision Armament is jumping headfirst into the silencer market with their new AeroMod 22+ suppressor.  This newest addition to their lineup is a completely modular and multi-caliber rated suppressor.  During SHOT 2022 I had a chance to sit down with their product team and have them walk me through the brand new AeroMod 22+ Suppressor.

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[SHOT 2022] MARS Rifle Update

This year at SHOT, we got a chance to fire a few shots with and take a look at the internals of the MARS  Rifle in its latest iteration.  (From MARS, Inc., not to be confused with LMT’s MARS Modular Ambidextrous Rifle System)

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[SHOT 2022] Desert Tech Quattro-15 and QuadMag-53

Desert Tech unveiled their new Quattro-15 lower alongside a new Quadmag-53 at SHOT Show 2022.  Using a quad-stack design, the Quattro-15 paired with the QuadMag-53 looks to bring more capacity to your favorite AR-15 upper.  Desert Tech was kind enough to show me all the features of their new lower and magazine on the floor at SHOT Show 2022.

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[SHOT 2022] Crimson Trace AFG Light and RAD Dot Sights

At SHOT Show 2022 Crimson Trace had a whole catalog of new products for 2022. They are branching out more with weapon lights like their RIG AFG weapon light. And they are diversifying with a wide range of RAD red dot sights from handguns all the way up to heavy recoiling weapons. Let’s see what they got.

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[SHOT 2022] MODTAC's Next-Gen Rigid Suppressor Cover

The concept of a suppressor wrap or suppressor cover isn’t a new one and technically the MODTAC Rigid suppressor cover isn’t new either. However, the cover is new for me and is also new to the Daniel Defense Delta 5 Pro bolt action rifle. So what makes the MODTAC Rigid suppressor cover so special? First off, most suppressor covers accomplish their job by being made out of extremely heat-resistant material similar to an oven mitt. However, these materials have their limits and still transfer heat directly through the medium into your hand after a certain threshold. The MODTAC Rigid suppressor cover takes a different approach and at the same time, reduces the weight that you’ll have to carry around for the benefits.

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[SHOT 2022] Changes Coming to the SCCY CPX Pistols

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop is at SCCY’s booth for SHOT Show 2022 to see what changes are coming to the popular SCCY CPX line of pistols.

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[SHOT 2022] The 44 Auto Mag Makes an Appearance at Range Day

Auto Mag made a special appearance this year during SHOT Show 2022 Industry Dat at the Range via Palmetto State Armory. PSA graciously offered Auto Mag a spot at their lane so that the company could show off the latest functional improvements to the legendary .44 Auto Mag pistol. We were able to speak with Patrick Henry, owner of Auto Mag Ltd., Co about the pistol and he showed us two variants of the pistol. We also got a chance to finally shoot the pistol after seeing it displayed on the showroom for the past 6 years.

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[SHOT 2022] NEW Surefire Turbo Series of Lights

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the Surefire booth to talk to Andrew about the new Turbo series of lights, as well as the new XSC for the Smith & Wesson Shield. See what the Turbo can do in this video.

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[SHOT 2022] New Tactical Gear from Hazard4

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at SHOT Show 2022 visiting Hazard4 to get a look at their new soft gear for 2022.

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[SHOT 2022] Nosler Introduces New Suppressor Line

Although like many large companies Nosler was not exhibiting at the SHOT Show 2022, their new suppressor line was announced during the show and probably was initially intended to be released at SHOT. This new product line currently consists of 5.56/.223 and .30 caliber rifle suppressors offered in full-titanium or titanium/aluminum tube material options. Let’s take a closer look at new Nosler suppressors.

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[SHOT 2022] Warne Expands Product Line To Include Holsters

Warne Scope Mounts is (unsurprisingly) known as a manufacturer of scope mounting solutions, but they are now a holster maker as well. Their new Every Day Carry line includes holsters for OWB, IWB, and alternative carry methods, like chest holsters.

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[SHOT 2022] Schmidt & Bender 6-36×56 PM II Scope

During the SHOT Show 2022, Schmidt & Bender introduced a new first focal plane riflescope, the 6-36×56 PM II. As the model name implies, it is a variable power scope with a 6x zoom ratio and 56mm objective lens diameter. The metal magnification adjustment ring is a new feature that some other S&B scope models of this product family will be retrofitted with too. Overall, like other Schmidt & Bender products, the new scope felt to be a solid and high-quality piece of equipment. We are looking forward to reviewing this scope. Stay tuned!

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[SHOT 2022] New Light Heads from Modlite

In this SHOT Show 2022 episode of TFBTV, Hop is at Modlite getting the lowdown on Modlite’s new heads.

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[SHOT 2022] New Double Barreled Airbow from Umarex – The Umarex Airsaber Elite X2

New for this year from Umarex is the Airsaber Elite X2, a 450fps airbow that generates 130 ft-lbs of energy.  Accurate out past 100 yards, this airbow has serious power on tap.  The most unique feature, however, is that this airbow is double barreled, allowing one to rapidly fire two arrows downrange rapidly, one right into the other if you aim well enough.

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[SHOT 2022] New Winchester Xpert Bolt Action Rifle

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop is at the Winchester booth to see the new “Xpert” line of bolt actions at SHOT Show 2022. According to Winchester:

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[SHOT 2022] Phantom Hill CTF2 – Scoutlight/KIJI Compatible MFAL

Mike of Phantom Hill flew into SHOT Show on Thursday and met up with me and Hop to show us his latest laser. Mike brought his newest iteration of the CTF2 laser and it has been enhanced from user feedback. Let’s take a close look at this prototype.

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[SHOT 2022] An AR-180 AK? Brownells NEW 7.62x39mm BRN-180

In this episode of SHOT Show 2022 coverage, Hop is at Brownells to talk about the newest addition to the BRN-180 line, which is a 7.62x39mm version. AR-curious AK fans may have something to get pumped about here.

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[SHOT 2022] Holosun SCS – Flush Mounted Pistol Red Dots

I remember seeing Sentinel Concepts posting a picture of a prototype a couple years ago and I thought it was vapor ware. But Holosun unveiled their SCS (Solar Charging Sight) at SHOT Show 2022. The SCS is a flush mounted red dot that cowitnessess the factory iron sights.

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[SHOT 2022] Valhalla Tactical ODA Switch, SOL Body, CCW Jacket and Skadi LoPro Mount

Valhalla Tactical makes some unique accessories. At SHOT Show 2022 they unveiled their new ODA switch and SOL body. We will get into that soon. They also have a new optic mount called the Skadi and a clever CCW jacket design for people who carry AIWB.

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[SHOT 2022] What is HUXWRX? And What is the HX-QD 762 Suppressor?

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves interviews the guys at HUXWRX to discuss what exactly the Human Exposure Workshop is, as well as to check out the new HX-QD 762 can.

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[SHOT 2022] Alpha Foxtrot 15rd 9mm 1911-S15 And Other Pistols

Alpha Foxtrot is a relatively newcomer to the 1911 market. They have been making 1911 parts for 30 years but they are now offering complete firearms. However they have some really interesting offerings that I found intriguing. They are making 1911 pistols chambered in 9mm with some special coatings but the one that really caught my eye is their 1911-S15. It is a 1911 that takes Shield Arms magazines!

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[SHOT 2022] Desert Tech Trek-22 Ruger 10/22 Bullpup Chassis

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the Desert Tech booth to check out the Trek-22, a $299 bullpup chassis for the Ruger 10/22. The Trek-22 is 10.25” shorter and 7% lighter than a standard Ruger 10/22 with a wood stock and 18” barrel.

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[SHOT 2022] New Rifles From Bergara and CVA

Bergara and CVA (a sister company) released new models in their lineups of bolt action rifles. Bergara has three new models in their Premier series, which is their higher-tier product line. The MgLite pairs Bergara’s new line of Cure carbon fiber wrapped barrels with a magnesium XLR Element chassis. This combination makes for a chassis rifle weighing less than 7 pounds.

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[SHOT 2022] Aimpoint Duty RDS – Budget Minded Optic

At SHOT Show 2022 Aimpoint unveiled their latest budget minded optic. The Aimpoint Duty RDS is a slight twist on the micro red dots that they have offered in the past.

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[SHOT 2022] Black Collar Monopod "Brace-type" Stabilizer

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves visits with Jeremy at Black Collar Arms to talk about their new stabilizing monopod brace-type attachment.

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[SHOT 2022] Updated STK100 Glock-Compatible Pistols from Rock Island

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at Rock Island Armory’s lane to talk about updates to the new STK100 pistol, a near-clone of a Gen 3 Glock except with an aluminum frame. According to RIA:

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[SHOT 2022] A Superlight AR-Style .22LR: The RIA TM22 Rifle

In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves is at the RIA lane to talk about the new RIA TM22. According to Rock Island Armory:

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[SHOT 2022] Magpul Maztech X4 System

In this episode of TFBTV, Hop is at Magpul to talk about the Maztech and Magpul collab. According to Magpul:

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