ICYMI: Industry News
From Oct. 4 — Oct. 10, 2025
BlackPoint Tactical, Launches Duty Series Holsters
BlackPoint Tactical, a High Speed Gear Products Group brand, long known for their innovative concealment holsters, has announced the launch of its latest product family: The BlackPoint Duty Series featuring the Enhanced Duty Holster (EDH) and Slick Duty Holster (SDH), BlackPoint’s first holsters featuring additional levels of retention. These products were designed and engineered specifically for law enforcement, military, and prepared citizens who demand uncompromising security during the most demanding encounters, while providing a draw mechanic that remains smooth, fast, and consistent.
“The design team thoughtfully executed every detail of this holster based on feedback from real-world operators,” said Gary Robbins, Director of Law Enforcement Business Development at High Speed Gear. “This is the next evolution in professional duty gear and stay tuned, because there is more to come”.
The BlackPoint Enhanced Duty Holster is available for pre-orders through company website.
For more information about the BlackPoint Duty Series, please visit: blackpointtactical.com
Sightmark Announces Launch of Minishot M-Spec M1 V2 Red Dot Sight
Sightmark announced the release of the Minishot M-Spec M1 V2, a next-generation red dot sight built to surpass the performance of the original Mini Shot Pro M1. Designed for shooters who demand rugged reliability, speed, and adaptability, the M1 V2 delivers significant upgrades in durability, battery efficiency, and operational technology.
With Shake Awake technology now standard, the V2 activates instantly with motion and conserves battery during inactivity, eliminating the need for timed shutdowns.
The M1 V2 features a dual reticle system, with a 3 MOA dot and a 32 MOA circle for faster target acquisition across a variety of engagement distances. Built from durable 6061-T6 aluminum and rated IP67 waterproof and 5-foot drop tested, the optic maintains the toughness of its predecessor but sheds the steel shield for a lighter, sleeker profile.
For more information visit: sightmark.com
TriStar Arms Launches the APOC
TriStar Arms has introduced the APOC, a compact 9mm pistol that delivers modern features and reliable performance at a suggested retail price of $359.
“Shooter feedback drove every decision on the APOC,” said Ryan Bader, President of TriStar Arms. “We set out to build a pistol that feels right in the hand, runs reliably, and is affordable for everyday use. What that means for pistol owners is simple: more time on the trigger, less time worrying about cost.”
Built with everyday shooters in mind, the APOC strikes a balance between performance and price. Its compact size makes it easy to carry and control, while its feature set—fiber-optic sights, accessory rail, and included 15-round magazines—gives shooters everything they need straight out of the box. The APOC is positioned as a reliable, go-to pistol for training, range time, or personal defense, without stretching the budget.
For more information, visit tristararms.com.
Cimarron Firearms To Exhibit At The 2025 NASGW Expo
Cimarron Firearms, makers of authentic American Old West replicas, will be showcasing the guns that made America Great in booth 217, Oct. 15 – 17, 2025, in Grapevine, Texas.
Cimarron Firearms founder and CEO, Mike Harvey, commented, “For as long as Cimarron Firearms has been in business, well over forty years now, we have stood by the two-tier distribution system, much to our apparent success. Besides fully supporting our distribution partners, the NASGW offers us the opportunity to reconnect with our industry friends and make new ones as well. This coming year, Cimarron Firearms will be introducing quite a few new firearms, and it’s here, at NASGW, that our distributor customers get that first look at our 2026 lineup.”
For more information on Cimarron Firearms and accessories, visit cimarron-firearms.com.
