Florida Gun and Suppressor Sales Tax Holiday Begins September 1, Runs Through Year End
Florida's broadest-ever firearms tax holiday started September 1, covering guns, ammo, and suppressors tax-free through December 31, 2026.
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Firearms industry news — ATF actions, manufacturer announcements, trade shows, and breaking developments in the US gun market.
Gideon Optics Drops a Direct-Mount Valor Mini for Glock Gen 6 ORS
Gideon Optics launches a Gen 6 ORS-native Valor Mini enclosed red dot on September 4, skipping the factory adapter plates entirely.
Primary Arms Opens Pre-Orders on CLx 1-6x24 Rimfire LPVO With ACSS 22LR G2 Reticle
Primary Arms opens pre-orders on a $199.99 CLx 1-6x24mm rimfire LPVO with the new ACSS 22LR G2 reticle, shipping late September 2026.
Taurus TX9 Family Hits Dealer Shelves in Three Sizes
Taurus's modular TX9 striker-fired 9mm lineup reaches retailers this week across full-size, compact, and subcompact configurations at a flat $499 MSRP.
ATF Director Promises Jensen NFA Guidance, Won't Appeal Ruling
ATF Director Cekada confirmed on August 29 that the bureau will issue compliance guidance on the Jensen NFA injunction and will not appeal the landmark ruling.
Range USA Opens 51st Location in Pittsburgh Suburbs
Range USA opened its 51st retail-and-range location in Monroeville, PA on August 28 as part of a $27 million, three-store 2026 expansion program.
Lynx Defense Pistol Range Bag Nominated for 2026 Coolest Thing Made in NC
Selma, North Carolina manufacturer Lynx Defense is one of 88 companies competing in the NC Chamber's 2026 Coolest Thing Made in NC contest. First-round voting for its Pistol Range Bag closes September 2.
Savage Arms Threads Every AXIS Barrel, Adds Adjustable LOP to AXIS 2 Line
Savage Arms standardizes threaded barrels across all four AXIS models and adds adjustable length of pull to AXIS 2-series rifles in the line's first major update since 2024.
KDG Launches BOM Series, the First Rifle Mount Built for the Aimpoint COA
Kinetic Development Group's new BOM Series is a dual-height modular hard mount and, at launch, the only rifle optic mount on the market for the Aimpoint COA footprint.
SCOTUS Requests Response in Daniel Defense Gunmaker Liability Challenge
The Supreme Court has requested a formal response in Daniel Defense v. Lowy, signaling interest in a case that could define how PLCAA protects gunmakers from third-party liability suits.
CNC Firearms Drops Exclusive Kimber 2K11 Rogue in Copper PVD
Custom & Collectable Firearms releases a limited-edition Kimber 2K11 Rogue 9mm with a striking Copper PVD finish and optional Trijicon RMR, exclusive to CNC Firearms.
CZ Ends Production of the 75 B, 75 BD, and Steel Compact
CZ USA is ending production of the CZ 75 B, CZ 75 BD, and steel-framed CZ 75 Compact after decades, while the SP-01 family and P-01 remain in the lineup.