Innehållsförteckning för Gun Annual 2023 från Tactical Life

FN AMERICA AR lovers who value saving money without sacrificing quality and performance should look to the new FN 15 Guardian modern sporting rifle. Chambered in 5.56mm, the rifle features a 16-inch, button-broached, hybrid-profile barrel that is constructed of 4150 chrome-moly vanadium steel. Combined with the free-floating handguard, the AR-15 delivers sub-minute groups with match-grade factory ammo. Durability is ensured by a nitrided and HP/MPI-tested and certified bolt carrier group along with a sealed, torqued and staked gas key. The mid-length gas system and low-profile gas block work seamlessly together to ensure reliable operation while reducing felt recoil. M-Lok slots on the handguard give ample real estate to mount accessories. With an MSRP of $999, this rifle delivers quality, reliability and durability without breaking the bank. (fnamerica.com) LUCID OPTICS…

Evolution is essential for a species to continue, and without adaptation to a changing environment, survival is not likely. This is also true in the firearms world. And while the 1911 is still a very formidable weapon in its original configuration—now 112 years old—some changes are necessary for the gun to remain relevant in 2023. Springfield Armory’s new Prodigy is a brilliant example of the evolution of the 1911 pistol. Bilateral thumb safeties, increased capacity, optics compatibility, and modern materials and precision manufacturing capabilities make the Prodigy a bridge between the past and present with improvements that should propel it well into the future. IMPROVING A LEGENDARY DESIGN Introduced in September of 2022, the Prodigy is Springfield Armory’s second foray into high-capacity 1911s. Few remember the forged, widebody 1911s introduced…

CIMARRON 1862 POCKET NAVY CONVERSION Caliber: .380 ACP Barrel: 6” Weight: N/A Grips: Walnut Sights: Bead front, notch rear Features: SA Finish: Blued, brass, casehardened Capacity: 5 MSRP: $647 CIMARRON MODEL NO. 3 1ST MODEL AMERICAN Caliber: .45 Colt, .44 Russian, .44 Special, .44 WCF Barrel: 5”, 8” Weight: N/A Grips: Walnut Sights: Fixed Features: SA Finish: Blued Capacity: 6 MSRP: $1,365 CIMARRON PISTOLERO Caliber: .357 Mag/.38 Special, .45 Colt Barrel: 4.75” Weight: 40 ounces Grips: Walnut Sights: Fixed Features: SA Finish: Blued, casehardened, nickel Capacity: 6 MSRP: $589-$691 COLT ANACONDA Caliber: .44 Mag Barrel: 6”, 8” Weight: 42-46 ounces Grips: Hogue rubber Sights: Red ramp front, adjustable rear Features: DA/SA Finish: Semi-bright stainless Capacity: 6 MSRP: $1,499 COLT COBRA Caliber: .38 Special Barrel: 2” Weight: 25 ounces Grips: Wood…

BARRETT 95 Caliber: .50 BMG Barrel: 29” Weight: 23.55 pounds Stock: Synthetic Sights: None Features: Bolt action Finish: Parkerized Capacity: 5+1 MSRP: $6,671 BARRETT 99 Caliber: .416 Barrett, .50 BMG Barrel: 29”, 32” Weight: 23-25 pounds Stock: Synthetic Sights: None Features: Bolt action Finish: Several options available Capacity: 1 MSRP: $3,967-$4,222 BARRETT MRAD Caliber: .300 PRC, .300 NM, .300 WM, .338 LM, .338 NM, .308 Win, 6.5 Creedmoor Barrel: 17”, 20”, 22”, 24”, 26” Weight: 12.83-14.43 pounds Stock: Adjustable, folding Sights: None Features: Bolt action Finish: Cerakote Capacity: 10+1 MSRP: $4,995-$6,154 BENELLI LUPO Caliber: .243 Win, .270 Win, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, 6mm Creedmoor, 7mm Rem Mag .30-06, .308 Win, .300 WM Barrel: 22”, 24” Weight: 6.9-7.1 pounds Stock: Synthetic, walnut Sights: None Features: Bolt action Finish: Black Capacity: 5+1…

Competition is a wonderful thing! It forces manufacturers to keep their prices low and quality high. In a free market, it gives consumers a choice of products that possess a good value for the money spent. A great example of this would be the current choice of micro-compact, striker-fired, high-capacity 9mm pistols. Never before have we had such a great selection of pint-sized, self-defense guns. From Sig to Smith & Wesson to Mossberg to Glock and many others, concealed carriers would be hard-pressed to make a bad selection. Those looking for a first-class carry gun now have one more micro-compact to choose from—Canik’s new Mete MC9! LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT At the 2022 Athlon Outdoors Rendezvous, I first caught a glimpse of a new micro-compact from Canik USA. Every year,…

As you can see, I am a big fan of the 5-inch version of the Prodigy. This barrel length makes it perfect for duty and competition but might feel a little bit big for concealed carry use. For those who feel the need for a healthy payload of 9mm rounds and prefer the single-action trigger of a 1911, Springfield has you covered. The Prodigy is also available with a Commander-length top end. Boasting all of the features of the full-size gun but with a 4.25-inch barrel, this Prodigy may be the perfect carry gun! One of the advantages of the shorter gun is that when worn OWB on a belt, the muzzle will not likely contact the car seat when seated. With longer guns, it will try to push them…

To the general public, SHOT Show can be frustrating. The event is limited to those who work in the firearms industry while others are relegated to watching online. I can understand the frustration and spend each year looking for new and interesting gear to share with those unable to make the trip. This year, one of my main focuses was new AR-15 firearms. BERSA BAR ARs: Bersa has introduced rifles and pistols proudly made in America. Six new models under the BAR lineup include three BAR9 pistols with Mission First Tactical furniture, two 5.56 rifles (one with Mission First Tactical furniture and one with Magpul furniture), and one 5.56 pistol with Mission First Tactical furniture. The new line of higher quality AR-style firearms is affordably priced with all firearms being…

AUTO-ORDNANCE 1911 Caliber: .45 ACP Barrel: 5” Weight: 39 ounces Grips: Polymer, wood Sights: Blade front, drift-adjustable rear Features: SA Finish: Black oxide Capacity: 7+1 MSRP: $637-$662 AUTO-ORDNANCE STAINLESS 1911 Caliber: .45 ACP Barrel: 5” Weight: 31.5-39 ounces Grips: G10 Sights: Night, Dovetailed Combat Features: SA Finish: Stainless Capacity: 7+1 MSRP: $1,324-$1,402 BERETTA 92X CENTURION Caliber: 9mm Barrel: 4.3” Weight: 33.3 ounces Grips: Flat and wraparound polymer Sights: Orange front, black rear Features: DA/SA Finish: Bruniton Capacity: 10+1/17+1 MSRP: $699 BERETTA 92X COMPACT Caliber: 9mm Barrel: 4.3” Weight: 27.2 ounces Grips: Polymer Sights: Orange front, black rear Features: DA/SA Finish: Bruniton Capacity: 10+1/13+1 MSRP: $699 BERETTA 92X FULL SIZE Caliber: 9mm Barrel: 4.7” Weight: 33.3 ounces Grips: Polymer Sights: Orange front, black rear Features: DA/SA Finish: Bruniton Capacity: 10+1/17+1 MSRP:…

In a world of increasing uncertainty, dependability is the new gold standard. It is for this reason that I am so excited to bring forth a review of the Mossberg 590S pump shotgun. The Mossberg 590S is a utilitarian’s dream come true. This shotgun is smooth shooting and reliable due to Mossberg’s unique engineering and design. The 590S can fit nearly any of its user’s needs and be trusted to perform when the time comes. The Mossberg 590S is a one-size-fits-all gun that can be used by nearly anyone in your family and for any task. I know that many of us in the firearms world started our firearms journey on a shotgun, and this would be a perfect one to gift to a family member to start them on…

The AR-15 is possibly the most tinkered with, modified and experimented-with gun of all time. Companies have spent countless hours pouring over designs and specs in an attempt to essentially create a better mousetrap. In some cases, real advancement is made while other efforts are not as fruitful. In each instance, these advances have been minute and sometimes unnoticeable. Like many of you, it takes quite a bit for me to take a serious interest in “design advancement.” However, that is exactly what happened when I was recently invited to tour a local rifle manufacturer here in the Phoenix area. The tour consisted of the standard look at machines and trays of parts, but it took an interesting turn when I saw their barrel design. In all honesty, I uttered…

BRAVO COMPANY RECCE 11 KMR-A Caliber: 5.56mm Barrel: 11” Weight: 5.1 pounds Grip: BCM Gunfighter Sights: None Features: Semi-auto Finish: Matte black Capacity: 30+1 MSRP: $1,399 BRAVO COMPANY RECCE 9/12 KMR-A Caliber: 300 BLK Barrel: 9”, 12” Weight: 4.9-5.2 pounds Grip: BCM Gunfighter Sights: None Features: Semi-auto Finish: Matte black Capacity: 30+1 MSRP: $1,399-$1,499 CENTURY ARMS AP5 Caliber: 9mm Barrel: 4.6”, 5. 8”, 8.9” Weight: 4.43-5. 5 pounds Grip: Polymer Sights: Adjustabled rear, fixed front Features: Semi-auto Finish: Black Capacity: 30+1 MSRP: $2,000 CENTURY ARMS C39V2 Caliber: 7.62x39mm Barrel: 10.6” Weight: 6.55 pounds Grip: Magpul MOE Sights: Adjustable Features: Semi-auto Finish: Nitride Capacity: 30+ 1 MSRP: $880 CENTURY ARMS DRACO/U.S. DRACO Caliber: 7.62x39mm Barrel: 10.5” Weight: 6.3 pounds Grip: Polymer Sights: Adjustable Features: Semi-auto Finish: Nitride Capacity: 30+1 MSRP: $725 CENTURY…

LEGENDS M3 GREASE GUN Caliber: .177 BB Barrel: 8 inches Weight: 7.65 pounds Stock: Metal Sights: Post/peep Features: CO2, full-auto Finish: Gun Metal Capacity: 60 MSRP: $250 (From Umarex USA) SIG SAUER MCX ASP Caliber: .177, .22 Barrel: 18” Weight: 7.3 pounds Stock: Synthetic Sights: Flip-up front and rear, optional scope Features: CO2, up to 700 fps Finish: Black, FDE Capacity: 30 MSRP: $222-$300 UMAREX AIRSABER ELITE X2 Caliber: Umarex Arrow Barrels: 20” air tube Weight: 8.73 pounds Stock: Synthetic Sights: None Features: PCP, double-barrel Finish: Composite/OD Green Capacity: 2 MSRP: $500 UMAREX EMERGE Caliber: .177, .22 Barrel: 17.5” Weight: 7.5 pounds Stock: Synthetic Sights: Fiber-optic, scope Features: Up to 1,000 fps Finish: Black Capacity: 12 MSRP: $190 UMAREX GAUNTLET 30 Caliber: .30 Barrel: 28.25” Weight: 8.97 pounds Stock: Synthetic…