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On the cover: Advances in fighting rifles, their ammunition, optics and accessories seem to come in spurts. Periods of stagnation are followed by periods of great advancements. Technology, materials and manufacturing steadily improve as do methods and techniques for employment. Typically, progress is slow during peacetime but moves at a rapid rate during times of war. One of the most modern designs recently adopted by the U.S. military is SIG Sauer’s XM7 6.8x51mm rifle. This interesting new design was developed for the U.S. Army’s Next Generation Squad Weapon Program as a replacement for their legacy 5.56x45mm M4A1 carbine. A member of SIG Sauer’s MCX Spear family, both the XM7 and its 6.8x51mm cartridge are raising eyebrows. This is due to its features, caliber, and what many perceive is a return to the “battle rifle” concept.
As interesting as the XM7 and its 6.8x51mm cartridge are though, they are not my focus here. Actually, I’m more interested in a close relative of the XM7, one which is catching many people’s attention. This is SIG Sauer’s 5.56x45mm MCX-Spear LT. The MCX-Spear LT is actually an entire family of weap- ons chambered for 5.56x45mm, 300 AAC Blackout and 7.62x39mm. The family consists of rifles, pistols and Short Barrel Rifles with barrel lengths of nine, 11, and 16 inches.
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Michelle P. Hamilton, Field Editor
James Tarr, Handguns Editor
Michelle Hamilton, Field Editor
Michelle P. Hamilton, Field Editor
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David M. Fortier
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James Tarr, Handguns Editor
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Firearms News Editor-in-Chief Vince DeNiro learns what sets Federal's “Punch” line of ammunition apart from the hollow point crowd. Developed specifically for personal protection this line differs from loads developed for duty use with law enforcement. In addition to traditional calibers for personal protection Punch is also available in .22 LR, .22 Magnum, and 30 Super Carry.
KelTec is known for their innovative designs, such as their RFB and SUB2000, and they have two new offerings. Firearms News Editor-in-Chief Vince DeNiro gets the scoop on their new KSG410 shotgun which is chambered for the popular .410 shotshell and has two tubular magazines. Plus, he finds out about their new 5.7x28mm R50 carbine which feeds from 50-round P90 magazines!
Liberty Ammunition marches to the beat of their own drum when it comes to producing ammunition for personal protection. Firearms News Editor-in-Chief Vince DeNiro learns about their very high velocity handgun loads featuring light for caliber projectiles and what they offer for performance.
9mm ARs are hugely popular for a variety of reasons and Springfield Armory's new Saint Victor 9mm will appeal to shooters. Firearms News Editor-in-Chief Vince DeNiro learns about this new offering which feeds from Colt-pattern magazines, has a 16-inch barrel and M-LOK handguard.
Firearms News Editor-in-Chief gets the scoop on a variety of new models of AR rifles from Rock River Arms. These include packages with scopes so they are ready to hunt!
Hi-Point's new 10mm Auto features a surprising number of features including front and rear cocking serrations on the slide, improved grip texture, threaded muzzle, and is Red Dot Ready. Firearms News Digital Editor Jack Oller gets a first look at this surprisingly economical 10mm Auto.
Firearms News Editor-in-Chief Vince DeNiro gets a look at the unique Magpul FDP-9 folding 9mm pistol. This is a collaboration between ZEV Technologies and Magpul to bring to market what was originally a concept first shown in 2008. We remember first seeing Magpul's FMG-9 at the 2008 SHOT Show and are excited to see it actually coming to market!
The Howa line of rifles from Legacy Sports is fairly diverse and available in a wide array of configurations, styles and calibers. Now it has been expanded with more interesting offerings and Firearms News Digital Editor Jack Oller learns about their latest offerings!
Aero Precision is well-known for their line of AR-15 and AR-10 upper receivers, lower receivers, rails, and parts but they now have a line of bolt-action rifles. Here Firearms News magazine Digital Editor Jack Oller gets the scoop on their new line of rifles and components. Aero Precision is not just offering complete bolt-action rifles but actions, barreled actions, different types of chassis and components so you can build your own. Currently Aero is offering short-action receivers chambered in 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5mm Creedmoor and .308 Winchester but they have a long-action coming.
Firearms News Editor-in-Chief Vince DeNiro learns about American Tactical, Inc.'s new single-shot rifle which neatly folds for compact storage. Features include a threaded muzzle, optics mount, front iron sight and flip-up rear sight. This will be available in a variety of calibers with different finishes and furniture available as options. It should make a handy and compact survival gun!
American Tactical, Inc. is known for offering fun .22 LR firearms like their GSG 1911 and GSG-16 rifle. Now they have an interesting 9mm pistol called the GSG-9. A blow-back design it feeds from both Glock and SIG Sauer magazines, you just swap out a mag adapter depending upon which type you wish to use. Firearms News Editor in Chief Vince DeNiro learns all about this interesting new offering from ATI.
FN America has brought out a scaled up version of the 9mm FN 509 pistol chambered in 10mm Auto. Firearms News Editor-in-Chief Vince DeNiro gets a look at this new Red Dot and Suppressor Ready pistol which feeds from both 15 and 22 round magazines!
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