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Mission First Tactical Guardian Duty Holster Earns NTOA Recommendation Horsham, PA – (January 19th, 2026) – Mission First Tactical(MFT) manufacturers of state-of-the-art, USA made rifle/carbine accessories and holsters, is proud to announce they have earned the prestigious National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) members testing approval and recommendation for the MFT Guardian Duty Holster. We are incredibly honored and humbled by this recognition, “said Bobby McGee Exec. Vice President Product Development & Innovation, Mission First Tactical. “We push the limits of retention by utilizing our instinctive locking system’s full containment technology. It maximizes strength and durability using magnetic and aerospace carbon fiber rod technology. “McGee goes on to say, “We designed and…

(McLean, VA — January 20, 2026) FN America, LLC is pleased to announce the expansion of its .22LR offerings with the all-new California compliant version of the FN 502® MRD. Featuring a 10-round magazine and California compliant magazine disconnect, the new version of the FN 502 MRD meets requirements for sale in the Golden State and is officially on the roster for purchase. Originally launched in 2021, the FN 502 lineup includes the FN 502 Tactical, the FN 502 MRD and now the California-compliant version of the FN 502 MRD. The series is purpose-built for all-day range days. It’s designed…

It’s the first day of SHOT Show 2026, and after spending the day walking the floor here are just a few of our top highlights for you.Lyman SONICORE SuppressorsLyman’s announcement of the SONICORE suppressor line came as a surprise to most, but after finding out more about it, also a very welcome one. The main draw: their price. None will cost more than $300, and in this new age of $0 tax stamps, that’s a very attractive thing. While the cans won’t be best in class in any particular performance category, when all you need is a basic muffler for…

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Safariland® a brand of The Safariland Group, a leading global provider of safety products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets and one of Cadre Holdings, Inc.’s (NYSE: CDRE) (“Cadre”) key brands, is excited to announce the launch of SafariMesh™, a next-generation communication device that enables dependable team communication in challenging operational conditions. SafariMesh which will be launching at the 2026 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, January 20-23. SafariMesh™ provides secure, flexible communication without the need for towers, repeaters or centralized networks. Built on a self-forming, self-healing mesh network that automatically adapts as users move, the device…

What’s better than getting a new reel that changes color with water temperatures? Knowing part of your purchases goes back to conservation, protecting our streams and wildlife for future generations. Ross Reels and Coors have partnered again in 2026 to introduce a new limited-edition collection that includes the Coors Banquet Cimarron Creek reel, The Coors Banquet Airlite Aspire 905 Fly Rod, and the Coors Light Cimarron LT reel. And this year, the partnership brings a first-of-its-kind innovation to the market. Ross Reels x Coors Light Collection Review The Ross x Coors collab has three new items for 2026, most notably…

NP Aerospace, the global armour manufacturer and vehicle integrator, has formed a strategic partnership with ITEN Defense, a US-based specialist in opaque and transparent armour technologies. The partnership brings together two highly complementary businesses to deliver an enhanced, locally supported specialist armour and survivability engineering offering to the US market, alongside selected wider global opportunities. Over the last seven years, NP Aerospace has significantly expanded its global survivability and protection portfolio, establishing itself as a mid-tier defence business with a strong international footprint. The company provides turnkey survivability solutions across land, maritime, and aerospace platforms, underpinned by a comprehensive platform…

The REI Campwell Down Parka is like a comforting cup of cocoa on a chilly day. After 3 weeks of testing this women’s parka around Colorado’s Roaring Fork Valley, I found it delivers serious warmth and coziness when you want it most. And it comes at a price that’s tough to beat. This jacket replaces REI’s older Norseland Parka, and while the name has changed, the intent remains similar. The Campwell leans hard into lifestyle warmth rather than technical outerwear, but it does it well. I mainly wore it in my hometown outside of Aspen during errands, evening walks, and…

Base layers for women are one of those gear categories that don’t get much attention. When they work, you forget about them. When they don’t, you notice immediately. I tested the REI Co-op Midweight Long Sleeve Base Layer Top and Tights across a mix of activities, and I have some good news: They worked! I wore this set while resort skiing at Snowmass Ski Resort, uphill skiing at Buttermilk, trail running in the hills around our neighborhood, and hiking with our dog. As a true midweight synthetic base layer, this set is designed to add noticeable warmth while still functioning…

Day 2 of SHOT Show is now wrapping up, with lots to talk about – but for today we’ll focus on the new for 2026 Benchmade lineup, which stars a revised version of the beloved Bugout folder and a renewed emphasis on food prep knives. Aluminum/MagnaCut Bugout Benchmade’s lightweight wonder is now even lighter, and even thinner too. The Aluminum Bugout is, according to the Blue Butterfly, 33% thinner than the already svelte OG. Aluminum isn’t the only new metal on this model either – the blade here is made from MagnaCut for high-level, current-gen performance. Wildcoast The first of…

Lightweight, Multi-Fuel Light Provides Broad Fitment for Compact and Sub-Compact Handguns EAGLEVILLE, PA, January 20, 2026 – Streamlight®Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting equipment, launched the TLR-3®X / TLR-3®X USB, designed to combine powerful performance with multi-fuel capability. The new light brings extraordinary brightness and beam distance to compact and select sub-compact guns and provides a practical and reliable gun light option to shooting enthusiasts. The new light operates on either one CR123A battery or one Streamlight SL-B9® rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack. Weighing only 2.15 ounces with a disposable battery or 2.25 ounces with the SL-B9 battery, the TLR-3X…