Archive for 2010 SHOT Show
Taurus 740 SLIM
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Taurus has taken their popular Slim 9mm pistol and chambered it in .40 S&W as the 740. The Taurus 740 SLIM offers many of the same features of the original 9mm version, with a respectable increase in power.
Introduced at the 2010 SHOT Show, Taurus stated the 740 SLIM was developed due to “overwhelming customer demand.”
The 19 ounce .40 S&W handgun holds six rounds in the magazine plus one in the chamber. The thin, polymer frame is less than one-inch in width. Sights are low profile to reduce catching on clothing, but are still visible enough to be useable.
Dillon BFR 50 BMG Reloading Machine
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Dillon showed the new .50 BMG progressive press at the 2010 SHOT Show. The Dillon BFR is the newest gear from the “blue press” folks. The BFR (aka: big *** reloader) is very heavy duty, and not inexpensive. The press will sell for $999.95, with the optional case trimmer ($374.95) and optional carbide sizing die ($799.95) bringing the total to almost $2175 before taxes or shipping.
Dillon expects to ship the BFR on March 15, 2010.
More Gun Porn – Dillon MiniGun
Posted by: | CommentsI may pass on the undercoating, but my next SUV will definitely have this option!
Travelin’ Man
Posted by: | CommentsThe 2010 SHOT Show is done, and today is a travel and recovery day. I hope to post more guns and gear later. I’ve got A LOT more stuff to post.
Smith & Wesson Bodyguard .38
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Smith & Wesson introduced a new ‘hammerless’ revolver: the Bodyguard 38. The Bodyguard 38 is one of two new compact handguns in the Bodyguard line introduced by S&W at the 2010 SHOT Show.
First, the basics, it is a five-shot, 38 Special revolver that is rated for +P ammunition. The hammer is full concealed, and the gun is double action only. The gun is black with a grip. At first glance, it looks a lot like a model 442. But, this revolver is actually very different.
The Bodyguard 38 is a polymer framed revolver, the first ever by Smith & Wesson. This means that Smith had to go back to the drawing board to design this firearm. The lower frame (roughly from the rear of the cylinder back), is polymer, while the upper frame (surrounding the cylinder and housing the barrel) is aluminum. As you might expect, the revolver is very light, weighing only 14.3 ounces.
Taurus Raging Judge Ultra-Lite
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In another evolution of the Judge line, Taurus introduced the Raging Judge Ultra-Lite revolver at the 2010 SHOT Show. The Raging Judge Ultra-Lite is a seven-shot revolver that can shoot 2.5” and 3” .410 shotshell in addition to .45 Colt.
The sights are fixed, with a fiber optic front and notch rear. The barrel is three inches, with the gun’s weight just a touch more than 41 ounces. Though it was not shown on the show floor, the Taurus catalog also lists a six inch barrel, which weighs a little over 47 ounces.
Taurus Raging Judge Magnum
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Taurus has moved the Judge line solidly into the “big boom” category with the introduction of the Raging Judge Magnum chambered in .454 Casull.
This six-shot, big bore revolver can fire .454 Casull, .45 Colt and 2.5” and 3” .410 shotshells. Due to the power generated by the Casull cartridge, the cylinder has a double lock.
The Raging Judge Magnum is available with either a three-inch or six-inch barrel. The six-inch barrel has a vented rib and can accommodate a scope mount.
Remington R-15 Chambered in .450 Bushmaster
Posted by: | CommentsRemington introduced a new R-15 at the 2010 SHOT Show chambered in .450 Bushmaster. Along with the R-15, Remington also showed a new loading in .450 Bushmaster.
The new R-15 rifle has an 18” free-floated barrel and a single stage trigger. The .450 comes with four-round magazines and a lockable hard case. The new R-15 is outfitted with a Mossy Oak New Break-Up Coverage.
Kimber Ultra TLE II
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Kimber introduced several new pistols in the Ultra Carry II line called the Ultra TLE II. The Ultra TLE II is available in four configurations: stainless or blued, and with or without Crimson Trace LaserGrips.
These models have dovetail mounted night sights and 30 lpi checkering on the front strap. Like the other pistols in the Ultra Carry II line, the frames are machined aluminum, and have been tested to more than 20,000 rounds.
DPMS Offers .30 Remington AR Uppers
Posted by: | CommentsProlific AR rifle maker DPMS is offering an upper receiver chambered in .30 Remington for 2010. The .30 Rem was introduced in 2009 as a cartridge designed for the AR platform that ballisticly imitates the .308 cartridge.
The upper has a 20” heavy, fluted barrel with a target crowned muzzle. The twist rate is 1:10.
The receiver is a Teflon coated flattop with a Picatinny rail for optics. The handguard is free floating with a bipod stud and sling swivel installed. Retail is listed at $899.
In DPMS testing, both 125 grain Core-Lockt PSP and 125 grain Accutip BT factory loads from Remington were clocked at 2800 fps for 2176 ft-lbs of energy.
CZ P-07 Duty Pistol in .40 S&W
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CZ announced they are now offering their popular P-07 Duty pistol in .40 S&W. The P-07 is roughly a polymer-framed version of the famed CZ-75 pistol.
The .40 S&W version of the P-07 shares all of the same controls and features with its 9mm brother. The only difference is the magazine only holds 12 rounds of the .40.
Expected delivery date to dealers is first quarter 2010.
Chiappa Rhino Revolvers
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Chiappa Firearms was showing off their new series of Rhino revolvers at the 2010 SHOT Show. When you see the Rhino for the first time, you know that it is definitely a different revolver than what you have known previously.
The Rhino’s barrel is at the bottom, no the top, of the frame. The cartridge in the bottom of the cylinder is the one that fires. This design is supposed to reduce muzzle flip and enhance shooter comfort.
Four models of Chiappa were shown: a 2” DAO, 4”, 5” and 6”. All models except the 2” have a Picatinny rail under the barrel for a white light or laser attachment. All models except the 2” also have pinned front sights and adjustable rear sights. The 2” Rhino has fixed sights. All are chambered in .357 Magnum.
I have a few concerns about the Rhino.
