Springfield Armory's Kuna 9mm pistol has earned an Editors' Choice Award from On Target magazine for being selected as a best new product for 2025. The PDW-style pistol features a roller-delayed operating system, ambidextrous controls, and is priced at $1,179 to $1,330 depending on configuration.

Muddy Outdoors received a 2026 Gold Award in the Climbing Stick category from Bowhunting World magazine readers. The award recognizes Muddy's innovative climbing sticks and systems, including the Pro Sticks, for their design, durability, and ease of use trusted by hunters.

Week 3 of Scopos' 2026 National Air Rifle New Shooter League and National Air Pistol League featured skill-based squadding with North Brunswick AJROTC leading the rifle rankings and Lafayette Gun Club improving to 3-0 in pistol competition. Notable performances included Grayson Cowan's 280.4 in rifle and Steven CSM USA(ret) Slee's 540-6 in pistol, with several close matches decided in final stages.

Team Remington achieved strong results at Jack Link's Cup in Okeechobee, Florida, with Todd Hitch finishing second in the Main Event Over All. Michael Luongo won the High Over All in the 12 Gauge event, while Brandon Powell claimed multiple podium finishes including a win in the Make-A-Break event sponsored by Remington Ammunition.

NSSF celebrates the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's announcement that nearly $1.3 billion is being delivered to state conservation and wildlife programs, with $804.8 million sourced from firearm and ammunition excise taxes paid by manufacturers under the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act.

The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and the National Rifle Association filed an amicus brief with the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania supporting SIG SAUER's motion to protect gun owners' privacy in Hall v. Sig Sauer, Inc., opposing forced disclosure of customer identities in civil litigation discovery.

Gun Owners of America (GOA) announces GEAR, a two-day outdoor summit combining firearms training and overlanding experiences at Merus Adventure Park in Texas on April 25–26, 2026. The event features live-fire training, guided trail runs, and family activities across 5,500 acres, designed for freedom-minded Americans seeking hands-on skill-building and community connection.

The Dallas Safari Club's 2026 Convention & Sporting Expo in Atlanta drew attendees from 43 countries and all 50 U.S. states, featuring nearly 700 exhibitors and keynote speaker Shane Mahoney. Georgia Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Walter Rabon received the DSC Conservation Trailblazer Award, while newly installed CEO Russell Stacy highlighted the event's success and announced future conventions in Atlanta and Texas.

NSSF, the Firearm Industry Trade Association, applauds President Trump's Make America Beautiful Again 250 commission chaired by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. The initiative aims to increase hunting and public land access while reducing bureaucratic barriers to conservation and outdoor recreation on public lands and waters.

Superior Outfitters, one of Texas's largest shooting sports retailers, seeks to expand its footprint through new store openings and strategic acquisitions of existing firearms businesses. The company invites dealers facing market challenges to discuss potential partnership or acquisition opportunities.

Silent Steel USA announced a strategic partnership with Maschmedt & Associates, a sales agency with over 50 years of outdoor industry experience. The agreement expands Silent Steel USA's representation across 23 western states, strengthening dealer relationships and market presence for innovative suppressor technology.

The Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) is seeking a Convention & Events Manager to oversee its annual multi-day hunting and conservation convention and year-round member events. The position requires five years of large-scale trade show and convention management experience, with responsibilities including exhibitor coordination, vendor management, and event execution.

Sticky Holsters announced an exclusive online retail partnership with EuroOptic, naming the optics and gear retailer as the sole authorized seller of Sticky Holsters products on Amazon.com. EuroOptic will manage all listings, ensuring authentic products, consistent brand experience, and reliable availability for customers.

FALCO Holsters announced expanded compatibility for Glock Generation 6 handguns, including the Glock 19, 17, 45, and 49 Gen 6 models. The company now supports over 3,600 handgun models across its full portfolio of leather, nylon, Kydex, and carbon fiber holsters.

Chiappa USA highlights the Honcho Pump Series, American-made 12-gauge and 20-gauge pump-action shotguns manufactured in Dayton, Ohio for home defense and tactical applications. The lineup includes three models: Honcho Tactical Pump Synthetic, Honcho Tactical Pump Walnut, and Honcho Tactical Pump California Model, all featuring aluminum receivers, steel barrels, and bird's head grips.

Galco introduces the Concealable 2.0 belt holster for the Springfield Operator AOS, featuring modern updates including red dot optics accommodation, improved sweat guard, and two-piece construction for enhanced comfort and concealment.

Wildlife Research Center® has launched a new 9 FL OZ squirt top bottle of Ultimate Bear Lure®, featuring an intense burning sweet aroma formula that works effectively in wet conditions. The product is available at authorized retailers for $25.99 MSRP.

Magpul introduced the Sub-Compact Enhanced Handgun Grip (EHG) for the Ruger RXM pistol, enabling users to convert between full-sized, compact, and sub-compact configurations. The grip features Magpul's Trapezoidal Surface Projection texture, undercut trigger guard, and compatibility with Magpul GL9 PMAGs and GLOCK magazines.

Zanders, a national distributor based in Sparta, Illinois, announced it is now stocking Akkar shotguns, expanding its shotgun lineup for dealers nationwide. Akkar shotguns are known for quality craftsmanship and competitive pricing across hunting, clay shooting, and home defense applications.

Magpul now offers six GEN M3 PMAGs in Olive Drab Green, including 5.56 NATO/.223 Rem., .300 BLK, and .308 Win. variants. The new magazines feature the company's rugged polymer construction and meet strict military standards while maintaining reliability and affordability.

BANISH Suppressors announced the release of the BANISH 20 and BANISH 410 shotgun suppressors, expanding their hearing-safe firearm suppressor line. Both models feature interchangeable chokes, adaptive mounts, and are made from titanium using additive manufacturing, with the BANISH 20 weighing 14.7 ounces and the BANISH 410 weighing 7.2 ounces.

Patriot Ordnance Factory Inc. (POF-USA), in partnership with Patriot Tactical LLC and Goldberg's Garage, released the Goldberg Blade, a limited-edition folding knife featuring custom CGC Cerakote artwork and designed as a companion to POF-USA's Rogue Jackhammer Signature Series rifle. Limited to 300 units with an MSRP of $300.

Gun Owners of America (GOA) announced the launch of State of the Second, its first digital magazine exclusive to members. Building on the success of GOA's State of the Second Podcast, the publication will feature expert gun reviews, factory tours, and Second Amendment advocacy coverage.

Legacy Sports International will showcase its 2026 lineup of firearms and accessories from brands HOWA, POINTER, CITADEL, and SCSA at the Sports Inc. Show in Phoenix, AZ, February 18-20, 2026. Featured products include the HOWA Superlite Gen 2, Fence Line Series, HOWA 25 Creedmoor, Pointer shotguns, and new Citadel models at booth #1700.

European American Armory Corporation will showcase its 2026 handgun and long-gun lineup at the Sports Inc Outdoor Show in Phoenix, AZ, February 18-20. EAA will feature new 1911 double stack models, CMX 9mm, CMXX 10mm, and Balikli firearms shotguns and rifles at Booth 205, with Sales Director Chase Duffey available to discuss show incentives.

Faxon Firearms will exhibit at the Sports INC 2026 February Outdoor Show in Phoenix, Arizona, February 18–20, showcasing its expanded 2026 lineup including new AR-15 platforms, FX-7 bolt-action firearms, and HARMONIX® and CORESYNC® suppressors.

Sarsilmaz, one of Europe's largest integrated firearms manufacturers, will exhibit at the 2026 Sports Inc. Outdoor Sporting Goods Show in Phoenix, February 18-20th. The company will showcase the SAR9 SOCOM series, 7/24 Series, and SAR9 Gen3 family, with Vice President of Sales Jacob Phair emphasizing the importance of direct dealer engagement and partnership building.

Kinetic Development Group will participate in the Sports, Inc. Vendor Consideration Event in Phoenix, Arizona, February 18–20, with a booth visit on Thursday, February 12, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The event provides manufacturers and retailers an opportunity to connect and explore partnership opportunities for innovative, American-made firearm accessories.

D&M Holding Company will showcase its ammunition, primer, and propellant manufacturing solutions at IWA Outdoor Classics 2026 in Nuremberg, Germany. The company recently announced partnerships with Ukrainian Defense Industry and DEMCO Holding Company for propellant and primer facility projects supporting defense industrialization efforts.

EOTECH will exhibit at the 2026 Enforce Tac exhibition in Nuremberg, Germany, February 23-25, at booth 7-319. The event brings together decision-makers and innovators from government, industry, and society focused on European security solutions.

Target Sports USA showcased its booth at the Great American Outdoor Show, featuring the Ford F-250 giveaway for AMMO+ members and unveiling an innovative ammunition vending machine with secure ID verification and inventory tracking capabilities.

Liberty Ammunition will showcase its ammunition innovation at the Sports Inc show in Phoenix, AZ at Booth #1624, featuring products including Bear Country, SPIKE, OverWatch, Civil Defense, and Ultra-Light. CEO Gary Ramey expressed excitement about sharing the company's 2026 innovations with Sports Inc members.

Hornady Manufacturing Company will exhibit at the Safari Club International annual convention February 18-21, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. The company will host a free Introduction to Long Range seminar on Saturday, February 20th, instructed by Preston Lentfer and Seth Swerczek.

MaxCam, owned by MaxView Optics, will exhibit at the 2026 Sports, Inc. February Outdoor Show in Phoenix, Arizona, February 18-20. The company will showcase the MaxCam7 rugged point-of-view camera and accessories, marking the first Sports, Inc. show under new ownership and branding, formerly known as Tactacam.

KI Crossbows will exhibit at the 2026 Sports, Inc. February Outdoor Show in Phoenix, Arizona, February 18th-20th, showcasing its new lineup of fully decockable Killer Instinct™ crossbows and cutting-edge technology for hunters and independent retailers.

1791 Outdoor Lifestyle Group will exhibit at the Sports, Inc. 2026 February Outdoor Show (Feb 18-20) in Phoenix, showcasing new HUNT Line accessories, Tac Leather Rifle Sling, holsters, and Roni pistol-to-carbine conversion kits. VP of Sales Janette Palmer highlighted market-driven products for dealers and industry partners.

Derya Arms will showcase its firearms lineup at IWA Outdoor Classics 2026 in Nürnberg, Germany from February 26 to March 1. The company will feature the MAX Shotgun, TM22 Rifles, DY9 Pistol, and new products including the DY9Z, highlighting its commitment to innovation and global accessibility across 50 countries.

Shell Tech, the ammunition branch of Shell Shock Technologies, LLC, announces sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 Legends & Heroes Shootout charity event in Florida benefiting K9 Heroes 4 Heroes and the Navy SEAL Foundation. The event features MLB legends including Adrian Beltre, Albert Pujols, and Max Scherzer competing in a charity golf tournament and shooting competition.

Outdoor Channel launches Premiere Week on February 16, featuring 16 all-new episodes and 10 brand new series including Our Way of Life, Part 2 with Heather Douville, Dropped: Arctic Drift with the Keefer Brothers, and Wardens following Michigan DNR conservation officers.

MyOutdoorTV announces its first streaming Live Hunt event on February 18 at 3:30p ET, featuring Michael Waddell and friends competing in a squirrel-hunting tournament. The event marks a new content category for the platform, offering viewers immediate outdoor experiences and learning opportunities.

Shooting USA covers SHOT Show 2026 at the Sands Convention Center in Las Vegas, featuring new products across all categories from manufacturers. The episode airs Wednesday at 9:00 PM ET/PT on Outdoor Channel and The Sportsman Canada Channel.

Content King Media Inc. has partnered with Innerloc and the Cianciarulo family from The Choice TV show. The collaboration unites Ralph, Vicki, RJ, and Aubrey Cianciarulo's authentic hunting approach with Innerloc's performance strategy and Content King Media's storytelling expertise.

Over the past few weeks, some manufacturers made new product announcements of interest to shooters.

If you’re not sure why someone would want a snub nose revolver in 9mm, check the price of 38 Special and 32 S&W/H&R Mag ammo. When you see 9mm ball on sale for 21-25¢ per round, it starts to make sense for practice. 

Shooting a lot with a snub DA revolver pays dividends in controlling “easier” triggers found on auto pistols and any firearms in general. Companies have been trying 9mm revolvers – including Charter Arms, Ruger and Taurus. Now S&W reintroduces its J-frame 9mm snub, the Model 940-3. The just-over 2” barrel, enhanced sights (dovetailed U-notch rear with XS front night sight), and Hogue OverMolded Bantam stocks has no unsightly lock-hole in the frame over the thumb latch. 

 A stainless-steel 5-shot revolver, weighing in at 23 ounces, the gun has a properly fluted cylinder cut for moon clips; three are provided with the gun.

Before complaining about the weight, the 9x19mm round is a comparatively high-pressure cartridge. You’ll be happy to have that weight even when you’re lighting off light-bullet range ammo. 

If you’re into round guns, you may be happy with lever-action rifles. GForce Arms announced its entry into the side-ejecting 30WCF addition to the company’s Saddlehorn line of lever guns. The LVR30S features a receiver that appears similar to the Marlin M336. Available in a range of finishes, including hard chrome and color case hardened, the guns have the 20” barrel, 6-round capacity form, handy for brush country hunting, as well as handy in the farm truck/ATV/tractor.

Shipping should commence next month.

 Aside from snubs and lever guns, we have an upgrade of the single action Colt-style revolver from Pietta Firearms. In a collaboration with Davidson’s, they’re producing the First Edition Migliore Series single-action revolver. 

The term “migliore” means “better” or “best.” The name wasn’t a mistake. This 357 Magnum has a color case-hardening process on the frame and hammer, courtesy of Parkwest Arms. The remainder of the piece is rendered in a deep blue finish. The one-piece stock is made from high grade walnut. 

Like other Colt-clone SAAs, this has the “four-click” action, a 90° muzzle crown, a tuned action, fluted cylinder, 4 ¾” barrel and a certificate of authenticity. The first edition is limited to 250 units, MSRP of $1,214.99.

Stepping into the modern world, the Ruger RXM now has additional grip module sizes from Magpul. They have released the Sub-Compact Enhanced Handgun Grip. Simply remove the Fire Control Insert from your RXM, install it in the new EHG and you have a short-butt, compact slide carry 9mm pistol. 

The FCI can be moved from one grip module to another, making a full-sized gun, to a compact form, and now to a sub-compact carry pistol.

In reader mail, from the TACTICAL WIRE side of the house, a message from an elderly man – just like me – says that he no longer sees “skinny j-frame front sights well” and notes that the “solid metal backstrap (of the snub revolver) has become punishing.” He asked my opinion of the Ruger LCR, the 38 Special short barrel concealed hammer version. 

He went on to ask about the trigger. 

My response was that I elected to go with the LCR in 357 Magnum; the one that was available at the time was the LCRx with the exposed hammer. The Magnum is heavier than the 38, at 17.1 oz. (nominal empty weight) versus around 13.6 oz. for the 38 version. 

I went with the slightly greater weight to further minimize that recoil from 38 +P ammo. I only shot Magnums through the gun for the feature I did on the gun. It's 38 +P when I wear it now. 

I added the Novak front sight, purchased from shopruger.com, to help me better see the front sight. 

We're close to the same vintage and I'm experiencing the same problems.

I didn’t tell him this – he didn’t ask – but I’m telling you: there are other options. Lipsey’s and Ruger developed a light LCR for the 32 H&R Magnum. I shot it and, with six rounds and potentially lighter recoil, it’s a good choice too. 

We’re blessed with good choices. Another option is the Kimber K6XS, an alloy-frame six-shot 38. The front sight is better than the old-style J-frame – though, like the M940-3 above, S&W is covering the bases on improved sights on their snub revolvers. 

While we’re at it, S&W is also providing a rubber version of the “UC” revolver stocks on “Shop Smith & Wesson.” These are the 14692 high-horn stocks for the Centennial-format J-frame revolvers (like the 642, 442, 632, 432, 940 and 640). The backstrap is covered and the UC Enhanced Rubber Grip for Hammerless J-Frame Revolvers, at $35 online, looks like it may be the answer.

I have my sample and I’ll be keeping you informed.

– Rich Grassi