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Diamondback RTS Shotgun

By Randy on January 19, 2012 6 Comments

(Ed. note:  We found the Diamondback RTS shotgun at the 2012 SHOT Show.  It is a working prototype right now, but Diamondback hopes to have them shipping sooner rather than later.  We’ll keep you updated.)

Diamondback RTS Shotgun

I went to the Diamondback Firearms 2012 SHOT Show booth with the intent to give them some positive feedback on their DB9 I now have in long term testing. Then something caught my eye leaning against a wall behind their display cases.

“Got anything new?” I asked with a raised eyebrow and a stare at the item in question. Following my gaze, the rep came out from behind the counter with a pump action shotgun in his hands. It had the Diamondback logo on the receiver.

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Categories : 2012 SHOT Show, Shotguns
Tags : 2012 SHOT Show, Diamondback, RTS, shotgun

SRM Arms Model 1216 Shotgun

By Randy on January 18, 2012 1 Comments

I was able to handle the SRM Arms semi-automatic Model 1216 shotgun at 2012 SHOT Show. One of the interesting features of this particular scattergun is the revolving high capacity magazine. Instead of a single magazine tube, the SRM 1216 has four tubes that quadruple the amount ammunition loaded.

Changing magazine tubes is accomplished by flipping a simple thumb lever located on each side of the front of the magazine. This releases the action and the entire tube assembly is rotated by the operator.

I tried rotating the magazine tubes and found it to be very intuitive. It is obviously much faster than stoking a regular tube full of loose shotgun shells to up your ammo.

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Categories : 2012 SHOT Show, Shotguns
Tags : 2012 SHOT Show, shotgun, SRM Arms

Mossberg Shotgun FLEX System

By Randy on January 18, 2012 2 Comments

Mossberg Representative Taaffe Caligiuri was available at the 2012 SHOT Show to show us their new 12 gauge shotgun FLEX system. This is an adaptive shotgun platform that lets the user transform the FLEX 500/590 shotgun using Mossberg’s new Tool-less Locking System (TLS).

Mossberg Shotgun Flex System

The TLS has a specific selection of quick change stocks, forends, and recoil pads that make for a wide flexibility to adapt the configuration of the shotgun to a particular use, from hunting game to tactical applications. The additional ability to change the shotgun’s barrel completes the gun’s metamorphosis.

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Categories : 2012 SHOT Show, Shotguns
Tags : FLEX, Mossberg, shotgun, stocks

Safety Harbor Firearms: New Shotguns!

By Richard on December 15, 2011 2 Comments

Safety Harbor Firearms

Safety Harbor Firearms is rolling out several new shotguns ahead of the 2012 SHOT Show.  All three are short-barreled shotgunsfrom the company’s KEG line.

Two new models of KEG 12 (Kompact Entry Gun) shotguns seem to live up to the line’s name as they are outfitted with breacher-style muzzle brakes.  Watching the video (below), it would appear the brakes do a respectable job of limiting recoil.

One of the new KEG12′s has a 7 1/4″ barrel, while the second uses a 10″ barrel.  Both have a one-shell extension on the magazine tube, taking capacity up to four 2 3/4″ shells (3+1) for the shorter KEG12, and five shells (4+1) for the longer gun.

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Categories : 2012 SHOT Show, Shotguns
Tags : breacher, KEG12, KEG410, Safety Harbor Firearms, shotgun

Black Aces Tactical Shotgun Rails

By Richard on November 15, 2011 1 Comments

Black Aces Shotgun RailI recently came across Black Aces Tactical, a Florida company making quad-rails for the Remington 870/1100 and Mossberg 500/590 shotguns.

The rail system is a single piece made from 6061-T6 aluminum alloy weighing 16 ounces.  The rails are black anodized (type II). The rails will accept any standard AR-type accessories.

Black Aces Tactical states felt recoil will be reduced by about 15%.  There is not a specific explanation on the website on why this is, but I imagine the additional weight on the top and end of the gun help reduce the recoil impulse and muzzle rise.

According to Black Aces Tactical, the shotgun rails only take about ten minutes to install.  The quad-rail system will fit both tapped and untapped receivers.  The installation kit comes with the tools needed for installation.

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Categories : Shotguns
Tags : Black Aces Tactical, Mossberg 500, Mossberg 590, Remingto 870, shotgun

BLACKHAWK! Tactical Knoxx Stock Review

By Richard on June 22, 2010 No Comments

Blackhawk Knoxx StockArt Welling, aka Carteach0, posted a really good review of the BLACKHAWK! Knoxx tactical folding stock at his site.

I had a chance to shoot several of the Knoxx stocks at the Norfolk PD range when visiting BLACKHAWK! in May.  I shot 12 gauge and .300 Win Mag with the Knoxx stocks, and I was extremely impressed by them.

The folding stock I played with in the classroom, but did not get a chance to shoot it.  Check out Art’s review and video for more information.

Categories : review, Shotguns
Tags : Art Welling, BLACKHAWK!, carteach0, KNOXX stocks

Mossberg 590A1 with LPA Trigger

By Richard on March 17, 2010 No Comments

Mossberg introduced the LBA (Lightening Bolt Action) adjustable trigger on its rifles in 2009.  For 2010, Mossberg brought the same style trigger to the 590A1 Special Purpose shotgun with the LPA (Lightening Pump Action) trigger.

Mossberg states the LPA trigger is user adjustable for 3-7 pounds, and is “creep-free.”  The LPA trigger features the same skeletonized lightening bolt blade that rests in the center of the trigger face.

The new 590A1 has a 12 gauge, 3″ chamber, with a fluted 18.5″ barrel, Parkerized finish and a Speefeed stock.  It has an overall length of 39.5″ and a weight (unloaded) of 7.25 pounds.

Categories : 2010 SHOT Show, Shotguns
Tags : 590A1, LPA, Mossberg, shotgun

Federal Vital-Shok TruBall Deep Penetrator Slugs

By Richard on February 25, 2010 No Comments

federal_deeppenetratorAt the 2010 SHOT Show, Federal Premium Ammunition introduced a new, deep-penetrating 12 gauge shotgun slug: the Vital Shok TruBall Deep Penetrator.  The Deep Penetrator uses a copper-plated, hard lead core to ensure deep penetration.  The 1 ounce slug is loaded in a 2 3/4″ shell and has a muzzle velocity of 1600 fps.

From Federal:

When you’re hunting animals with tough hide and bone like bear or hogs you need a robust, reliable slug to get the job done. When Federal Premium® set out to make the smoothbore slug more effective for the standard slug slinger, the Vital-ShokTM Slug TruBall® system was created. We’ve reinvented, redefined slug technology and that means you can upgrade without changing barrels. For 2010, we add a new 12-gauge TruBall Deep Penetrator slug. This is much harder (higher antimony) lead than the traditional TruBall and features a more distinct shoulder for extra toughness. They are designed for an impressive 18-20 inches of penetration.


Categories : 2010 SHOT Show, Ammunition, Shotguns
Tags : 12 gauge, Federal, shotgun, slug, TruBall, Vitak-Shok

BLACKHAWK! Spec Ops Stock Installation Video

By Richard on February 22, 2010 2 Comments

I’m currently in the process of testing the BLACKHAWK! Spec Ops stock on a Remington 870 12 gauge shotgun.  I should have the complete review written up next week.

In the meantime, I finally solved some of the issues with my video camera, and recorded a video on how to install the stock.  Frankly, I don’t think I have ever done anything easier than swap out the standard Remington stock to the Spec Ops stock.

Part A:

Part B:

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FTC note: The BLACKHAWK Spec Ops stock was sent to me free of charge for the express purposes of reviewing it.  No promises to provide a favorable review were made, suggested or implied.


Categories : Shotguns
Tags : 12 gauge, 870, BLACKHAWK!, Remington, shotgun, Spec Ops, stock

Quality Used Guns on Market

By Richard on December 21, 2009 1 Comments

Recently I talked about finding a self-defense gun that fits you.  One of the things I pointed out was to buy good quality firearms, not cheaply made firearms.  Used guns are often a great value, as you can often get a high-quality, “low mileage” firearm for much cheaper than new.

Right now, J&G Sales has a stock of used Beretta 92F and 92FS pistols for sale at very reasonable prices.  Conditions range from good to very good and prices range from only $299 to $339 depending on model, condition, and quantity ordered.  There is no doubt that these are used pistols.  But for less than $350, you can have a very good quality pistol for your home defense needs.

Recently, I had a friend pick up a very lightly used M&P 40.  The pistol had very little signs of use, cam in the original box, was equipped with night sights, and had three 15-round magazines.  The price?  A mere $299.  (Sorry, they are all gone.  I called to buy one, but too late!)

Looking for a shotgun, not a pistol?  A GT Distributors, a police supplier, recently sold a bunch of Remington 870 shotguns they had taken in from a department that was upgrading their long guns.  Standard 870 with the 18 1/2″ barrels were going for $149.  The 870 with an extended magazine (6 or 7 rounds total IIRC) were only $169.  These too are sold out.

My point is to seek out quality used firearms for self defense if you are on a budget.  Don’t settle for something cheap that may not be reliable.

Categories : Pistols, Self-Defense Issues, Shotguns
Tags : self defense
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