ICYMI: Industry News From Jan. 10 — Jan. 16, 2026
GUNS Podcast Hits Milestone
With Over One Million Audio Downloads
Guns Podcast US continues to demonstrate strong cross-platform reach and sustained audience engagement across both video and audio distribution channels.
The audio distribution through Libsyn has delivered 1,000,767 IAB-certified downloads, with 1,040,777 total unique downloads, confirming consistent listenership across podcast platforms and strong performance under industry-standard measurement guidelines.
On YouTube, the podcast has generated 1,412,771 views with a cumulative 227,750 hours of watch time, indicating meaningful viewer retention and long-form consumption. The channel has produced 27,192 impressions, with content driving performance—most notably the video “Snubbies are Stupid,” which alone has earned 114,971 views, making it the most popular podcast video upload to date.
For more information visit gunsmagazine.com.
Image courtesy SHIELD Sights.
SHIELD Sights Launches New OMSx Micro Red Dot Sight
SHIELD Sights announced the launch of the OMSx Micro Red Dot Sight, a new optic that blends the competition-driven performance of the RMSx with the innovative translucent roof architecture of the OMSsc, delivering an unrestricted sight picture with almost zero visual obstruction.
The OMSx was developed to give shooters the widest, brightest, and fastest-acquiring sight picture possible in a compact footprint. By combining the translucent roof design of the OMSsc with the wide viewing window of the RMSx, the OMSx creates the visual effect of an even larger window, allowing shooters to pick up the dot faster and track targets more intuitively under speed and stress.
For more information on the OMSx and the full SHIELD Sights lineup, visit shieldsights.com.
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Otis Offers FP-10 Lubricant Elite CLP Firearm Wipes
Wipes offer unmatched convenience—whether for disinfecting, baby care, or, in Otis Technology’s case, firearm maintenance. Otis has expanded its popular O85® formula into a 40-count wipe canister, available at a retail price of $14.99 delivering easy, on-the-go cleaning solutions for shooters everywhere.
For more information visit otistec.com
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Weatherby Launches Mark V Backcountry Capra
Weatherby has introduced the Mark V Backcountry Capra, claiming the title of the lightest production bolt-action rifle on the market with a starting weight of just 4 pounds. Designed specifically for high-altitude mountain hunting, it prioritizes weight reduction without compromising accuracy or durability.
Each rifle is hand-painted and finished with Cerakote on all metal components to provide a durable barrier against harsh backcountry environments.
For more information about Weatherby, please visit weatherby.com.
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Remington Introduces We The People
USA 250th Anniversary Ammunition
Remington recently announced its new We The People limited-edition ammunition line. This new product line was created to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary. Featuring trusted Remington products across rifle, handgun, rimfire, and shotshell categories.
Remington’s We The People offerings include a mix of popular calibers packaged in 250-count boxes and limited-run commemorative buckets. The lineup spans rifle, handgun, rimfire, and shotshell loads that Remington customers already trust for the range and the field, now presented in a collector-focused format for 2026. Each product is part of a limited-edition run and built around the dependable performance Remington shooters expect.
For more information on Remington ammunition visit remington.com.
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1791 Outdoor Lifestyle Group Adds N-Frame Size Options To RVH Holster Line
1791 has released the RVH-5.3 holster to fit N-Frame size revolvers with 3” barrels. Like all holsters in the RVH and RVHX line, these revolver-specific holsters are designed for outside the waistband carry (OWB) utilizing a belt loop configuration. Hand-crafted using 100% American heavy native steerhide, new models are available to fit popular large frame revolvers with 3” barrels.
For more information visit 1791gunleather.com.
