I caught a bit of heat after the 2009 SHOT Show when I posted that I was not impressed by the third generation Glock pistols with the RTF2 texture. I didn’t much like the texture, nor did I think the groovy design of the crescent moon slide serrations did much for the user.
Recently, I had the chance to shoot an RTF2 Glock, and I stand by my initial impressions.
TAPCO showed off the TimberSmith line of AK furniture at the 2010 NRA Meeting this weekend. The laminate wood stocks are all made in the USA and count as three 922r compliant parts. Three colors are available: brown, birch, and black.
From TAPCO:
[Update 12/18/2009: Gen 4 Glock photo is here.]
Glock introduced Glock 19 and Glock 23 pistols with the RTF2 finish. Glock made the introduction at the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers Meeting & Expo in Reno, NV this week.
The introduction is an extension of the announcement Glock made at the 2009 SHOT Show, where the company stated the 19 and 23 would follow the roll out of the models 22 and 17.
The RTF2 finish is not the “Gen 4 Glock“ pistols that have been teased to by the company. Those pistols are expected to be shown publicly at the 2010 SHOT Show. More information about the Gen 4 Glock pistols is here.
[Update 12/18/2009: Gen 4 Glock photo is here.]
The “Gen 4″ Glock is not the same as the RTF2 Glocks that were announced at the 2009 SHOT Show.
A lot of people were referring to the RTF2 finished Glocks as a ‘fourth generation’ Glock pistol, but they were not a generational change. The Gen 4 Glocks are expected to have a different finish than the current generation, but the RTF2 finish is not likely to be it.
I have received a number of e-mails about the Gen 4 and RTF2 naming conventions, thus this post, which I hope clarifies the naming conventions.
The Gen 4 Glock is expected to be shown at the 2010 SHOT Show.
The Sig Sauer P238 pistol is now available with a Rainbow Titanium finish. The diminutive .380 ACP pistol, introduced at the 2009 SHOT Show, comes in a variety of finishes, with the Rainbow Titanium Special Edition being the latest offering. The grips are redwood.
From Sig Sauer:
New from SIG SAUER®, the P238 Special Edition Rainbow Titanium finish with Redwood Grips.
It’s just a fraction of the size of our full-size pistols. A smart looking, small handgun built with the same accuracy and reliability as large frame SIG SAUER pistols. With an overall length of just 5.5 inches a height of 3.96 inches, and weighing just 15.2 ounces, the SIG SAUER P238 is the ultimate firepower in an all metal frame concealed pistol.
The P238 is built on an anodized alloy beavertail style frame with rosewood grips for comfort and a secure hold during rapid-fire usage. The stainless steel slide features the popular trademarked SIG SAUER slide serrations, corrosion resistant Rainbow Titanium finish and SIGLITE® Night Sights.
This new SIG SAUER P238 Rainbow is shipped in a lockable hard case and one 6 round magazine.
Click here for the SIG P238 information page.
Thompson/Center (T/C) introduced the new Venture rifle at the 2009 SHOT Show. The Venture is designed to be an affordable rifle at only $499 MSRP (street price less), yet it offers the same T/C quality enthusiasts have found in their other firearms.
The Venture is available in four popular calibers: .270 Win, 7mm Rem Mag, 30-06, and .300 Win Mag.
The T/C Venture has an externally adjustable trigger, allowing the user to tweak the pull to 3-5 lbs. A factory tool is included with the rifle so the user can adjust the pull. Read More…
Sig Sauer has initiated a recall of some P238 pistols after discovering that the safety levers were not properly engaging. Not all P238 pistols are affected, so owners should call Sig Sauer at (866) 446-1914 to determine if your pistol needs to be returned.
The Sig Sauer P238 is a .380 ACP pistol that was introduced at the 2009 SHOT Show. I liked the gun when I got to handle one, and a lot of positive comments have come in from new owners since then.
Click here for the SIG P238 information page.
From Sig Sauer:
SIG SAUER, Inc. has initiated a Mandatory Safety Upgrade pertaining to our new Model P238™ pistols. We have determined that a small number of P238 pistols may have safety levers that are not manufactured to factory specifications. Under certain conditions, it may be possible for the lever not to be completely engaged in the safe position. In this condition, the gun will not fire when the trigger is pulled. However, when the safety lever is moved to the off position, the hammer may fall, with the remote possibility that the gun could fire unintentionally, thus creating a risk of injury or death. Read More…
Somehow I missed this gem at the 2009 SHOT Show. Knight’s Armament showed a new chainsaw-like machine gun, based on the Stoner LMG (light machine gun). The chainsaw machine gun is belt-fed, chambered in 5.56, and has an integral suppressor and 37mm grenade launcher.
Knight’s said that this machine gun was more of a fun expriment than a serious exercise in a new platform development. Read More…
Black Hills Ammunition introduced several new rifle cartridge loadings at the 2009 SHOT Show.
In .223 Remington, Black Hills is producing two new cartridges featuring Barnes bullets. The first uses a 55 grain TSX bullet. The TSX is an all-copper bullet that is designed to fully expand on impact, yet still penetrate deeply. Read More…
The Charter Arms Rimless Revolver (CARR) has been delayed.
Originally slated for shipping in April, a company employee revealed that the actual shipping date has been pushed back to “late July.” Increased demand on their existing products has contributed to the delay the employee said. Read More…