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Fourth Generation Glock: Adjustable Grips
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[Update 12/18/2009: Gen 4 Glock photo is here.]
Glock has officially started teasing to the fourth generation of their pistols due in 2010.
Calling it the “Next Generation of Perfection,” the fourth generation Glock pistols are expected to feature an interchangeable backstrap, or adjustable grip, to accommodate a wide range of hand sizes.
Way back on June 9, I broke the information on the adjustable grip Glock after a Glock rep leaked the information to police supplier, GT Distributors at the National Association of Police Equipment Distributors (NAPED) conference.
The fourth generation Glocks are rumored to have a textured finish that is not nearly as aggressive as the RTF2 introduced at the 2009 SHOT Show. The new finish is said to be rougher than the prior generations, but easier on the hands and clothes than the RTF2. The RTF2 was found by some people to wear through uniform shirts and other clothing too quickly.
US Palm AK30 Magazine
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US Palm is introducing the AK30 magazine, a polymer AK-47 magazine completely manufactured in the USA.
The 30-round AK-47 magazine uses the polymers developed by Tango Down. The AK30 magazine also borrows heavily from the design features of the Tango Down AR-15 magazine, including the non-removable floor plate for increased strength, the anti-tilt follower, chromium-silicon spring, and the large waffle-pattern texture on the magazine for a sure grip.
US Palm states the life expectancy on the AK30 magazine is in excess of 100,000 cycles.
Even though the magazine cannot be disassembled, it is still easy to clean due to the vented follower. US Palm recommends immersing the magazine in soapy water to clean, then rinse and turn it upside down to drain.
MSRP is $29.95.
Scroll down for more pictures and a video of the AK30 magazine in action.
CMMG Gas Piston Conversion Kit for AR-15 Platform Guns
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Gas piston AR-platform guns are all the rage right now. Many manufacturers, such as Ruger (with the SR-556), are already in the piston market, with others right behind. But, buying one of these rifles means laying out $1000 or more.
A less expensive alternative exists if you already own a AR-15: a CMMG conversion kit. At only $299.99 from Brownells, you can turn your rifle into a gas piston system.
Brownells claims the rifle will “run cooler, cleaner, [and] smoother for improved function, reduced recoil, and less frequent cleaning.”
The CMMG kit allows the user to tune the system to work with all sorts of ammunition, including a suppressor or even .22 LR if you have a rimfire conversion kit.
H&K v. ATI Lawsuit Is Over
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So, H&K filed suit against American Tactical Imports over the GSG-5, a .22 LR clone of the MP-5. The suit has now been settled. The results are the GSG-5 will no longer be produced, and remaining inventories of them must be sold off by Jan 31, 2010.
So, if you were ever thinking about getting a GSG-5, now is the time. I imagine they will be gone quickly.
From ATI:
Del-Ton Adds Lower AR-15 Receivers to Product Line
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Del-Ton announced they are now selling three different configurations of lower AR-15 receivers. Available as stripped, complete, and a complete lower with buttstock, these receivers retail for $120-240. User options are available on the complete lowers.
From Del-Ton:
Del-Ton, Inc., a successful online dealer of AR-15 parts, accessories, and rifle kits, as well as makers of their own line of customizable rifles, has added lower receivers to their already impressive line of AR products.
The first product in the lower receivers line is the LR100 DTI Stripped Lower Receiver, made of hard coat anodized forged 7075 T6 Aluminum. Product includes the stripped lower only, does not include any internal parts. Del-Ton price is $120.00.
Shooters Ridge Ultimate Range Bag
Posted by: | CommentsFrom Shooters Ridge:
Shooters Ridge®, a leader in shooting supports and accessories, introduces a new range bag filled with products from its family of brands. The new Ultimate Range Bag (MSRP: $109.95) features eye and ear protection, targets and cleaning kit all contained in a Shooters Ridge Compact Field and Range Bag.
Ultimate gear for range fun
As a complete source for range gear, the Ultimate Range Bag draws upon Shooters Ridge’s sister brands to fully outfit the bag with range-appropriate shooting accessories.
- Passive ear muffs and shooting glasses from ChampionTM Eyes & Ears for protection on the range
- ShotKeeperTM targets from Champion® Traps & Targets deliver high visibility results of a shooter’s accuracy
- Shooters Ridge® front sand bag steadies the gun and lets shooters dial in their shots
- Outers® Universal Brass Cleaning Kit cleans rifles, handguns and shotguns
- Shooters Ridge® Compact Field & Range Bag carries all the gear in a rugged bag specifically designed for active shooters
Washington State Patrol goes to the S&W M&P40
Posted by: | CommentsSmith & Wesson announced that the Washington State Patrol ordered 1400 M&P40 pistols to issue to all of their officers.
The Washington State Patrol is the latest law enforcement agency to convert to the M&P pistol. Hundreds of other agencies issue or approve the duty carry of the S&W M&P, including the Milwaukee PD, DEA, Detroit PD, Atlanta PD, Iowa State Patrol, New Hampshire State Police, and the New Mexico State Police to name just a few.
It would seem that S&W is once again a serious player in the law enforcement market.
MasterPiece Arms Produces MAC-10 with Side Cocking Mechanism
Posted by: | CommentsFrom MasterPiece Arms:
MasterPiece Arms, the nation’s only true MAC-10 manufacturer, is known for their innovative alterations to the traditional MAC-10. MPA has taken the simplicity of the firearm’s function to a new level of versatility with the implementation of a side-cocking mechanism.
The placement of the cocking handle has been an issue for some with the MAC-10. Traditionally sitting on top of the barrel, the handle can cause an obstruction of view through the gun’s sights for some shooters. MasterPiece Arms saw this as a creative challenge and emerged with a new design for the cocking mechanism, the side-cocker.
