Author: Richard Johnson

Richard Johnson is an American author, editor and entrepreneur.

A former police officer and trainer, he left public service and founded Tac6 Media, LLC.

Richard is a prolific writer with hundreds of articles related to firearms and law enforcement published by Harris Publications, Athlon Outdoors, NRA, Police & Security News, The Firearm Blog, Human Events and more.

Handguns

CZ P-07 Tactical Prototype Pistol

Post author By Richard Johnson
Post date January 21, 2010
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At the 2010 SHOT Show, CZ showed a concept pistol that the company may begin selling later this year. The pistol is a tactical version of the P-07 Duty pistol that is, as yet, not named. (Ed. note: Scroll down to the update for more information on this pistol.)

The pistol is chambered in 9mm, and will feature a threaded barrel for the addition of a sound suppressor. Suppressed models will have elevated sights. The new P-07 has a tan polymer frame, but other colors (OD, foliage green, flat dark earth, scorched earth, etc.) may be offered.

Tags CZ, P-07, pistol, tactical

news

Magpul Folding Pocket Gun

The Magpul Folding Pocket Gun is here. Well, an Airsoft version is anyway.

Magpul made a big splash a few years ago when they introduced the Folding Pocket Gun (aka FMG9) concept machine pistol. The idea was they took a Glock and built it into a folding machine pistol, complete with a removable carry handle and white light. The whole thing would fold up and fit into your pack pocket. I thought building a retractable leash into the unit was the way to go, but that was probably destined for a version 2 model.

The video of the product demo made the rounds on the Internet and everybody wanted one. Unfortunately, the real thing is still just a prototype. What – you haven’t seen the famous FMG9 video from MilSpec Monkey? Well, I am glad I decided to post it here for your review:

Now Magpul is selling the same gun as an Airsoft gun. The Magpul PTS Folding Pocket Gun is actually a conversion kit made of polymer that fits airsoft KSC/KWA G18C slide assemblies, and can use G17/G18C magazines. It is available in black.

Tags airsoft, Folding Pocket Gun, FPG, Magpul

Hunting Rifles

Olympic Arms Gamestalker Chambered in .300 OSSM

Post author By Richard Johnson
Post date January 20, 2010
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Olympic Arms had their new Gamestalker rifle on display at the 2010 SHOT Show. The Gamestalker is an AR-platform rifle chambered in .243 WSSM, .25 WSSM and the brand new .300 OSSM (scroll down for more information on the cartridge.)

The Gamestalker features a 22″ barrel, free floating aluminum handguard, ACE skeleton stock and an ERGO “Fat Boy” grip. The upper receiver has a flattop for easy installation of your choice in optics. The rifle weighs 7.5 pounds and has a camouflage pattern. It ships with one, seven-round magazine.

The rifle has a retail price of $1359, but expect street price around $1200-1300. Olympic Arms staff state the rifles are in production now, but supplies will be limited initially due to the amount of time needed to properly apply the camouflage pattern.

Tags .300 OSSM, AR-15, hunting, Olympic Arms, rifle

Rifles

New Mossberg Maverick Bolt Action Rifles

Post author By Richard Johnson
Post date January 20, 2010
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Mossberg was showing its new value-priced Maverick bolt-action rifles at the 2010 SHOT Show. The Maverick rifles will be available in long and short actions, starting with .270 and .30-06, and .243 and .308 respectively.

The Maverick rifles have black synthetic stocks and can be had with the adjustable length of pull system. The rifles come standard with Weaver-type mounts for easy installation of a scope.

The Mavericks will have a standard trigger, not the adjustable Lightning Bolt Action system that Mossberg is putting on many of its rifles and shotguns. While the LBA trigger is definitely a nicer trigger, there is nothing wrong with the standard trigger provided out of the box from Mossberg.

Tags 2010 SHOT Show, Maverick, Mossberg, rifle

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Taurus Protector Polymer: a Polymer Revolver

Post author By Richard Johnson
Post date January 19, 2010
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Taurus introduced a polymer revolver in .38 Special at the 2010 SHOT Show. The “Polymer Protector” is a revolver with a polymer frame and blued steel cylinder and barrel insert. The new Taurus revolver only weighs 18.2 ounces and is rated for +P ammunition.

Streamlined for concealed carry, the hammer is shrouded, but can still be cocked for a single action shot. The grips are polymer, but are wood colored, and actually look good in person.

The front sight is a red fiber optic sight, and the rear is a notch. The barrel is 2.5″ long.

Tags .38 Special, 2010 SHOT Show, polymer, revolver, Taurus