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BANISH Suppressors has released the HD 762 INC, a full-auto rated, all-Inconel 7.62 can built for AR-10s, 6mm AR-15s and SBRs, with a controlled-flow design to keep back pressure low.
Zanders Sporting Goods has launched the Canik METE MC9LS Flying Aces, a distributor-exclusive 9mm compact pistol with WWII aviation-themed laser-ablated Cerakote artwork.
Walther Arms is bundling a free Vortex Venom Enclosed Micro Red Dot, a $290 optic, with any new PDP or PDP F-Series purchase through December 31, 2026.
FN Browning Group completed its purchase of Accuracy International on October 30, making the Belgian arms group the UK's only manufacturer of both machine guns and precision rifles for British Armed Forces.
Magpul's new DT-S AR-15 carbine stock combines the company's Dual Tension locking system with a built-in waterproof battery compartment, available now at $94.95.
SIG Sauer has released the CROSS Sawtooth SBR in .308 Winchester with a 12.5-inch Proof Research carbon fiber barrel that collapses to under two feet when folded.
A new DOJ final rule lets FFLs voluntarily run NICS background checks on consenting employees who handle firearms — the first time the system has been opened for that use.
Smith & Wesson has reintroduced the Model 22 Classic and Model 22 of 1917 Classic at $1,299 each, both N-frame .45s shipping to dealers now.
SureFire's new KE2-T head brings 70,000 candela and a 529-meter beam throw to compatible M600 and M640 Scout Light bodies.
Federal adds the 22 Creedmoor to its Fusion and American Eagle rifle lines, with both 75-grain loads shipping to dealers now.
Three models in Beretta's 500-year anniversary collection are now at U.S. dealers; the 694 competition over-under arrives in late November.
ZEV Technologies and WRMFZY reunite for the OZ DOOM XL, a long-slide OZ9 with a tungsten-weighted aluminum grip. Pre-orders run Oct. 31 to Nov. 14.