New Products - October 2025
Hidaka XR
SOG
(877) 269-8490
SOG builds on its Hidaka knife series with the Hidaka XR. Featuring a modified Tanto shape, its 4″ blade crafted from ultra-tough CPM 3V steel offers exceptional durability and edge retention for demanding outdoor tasks. Attached to the redesigned blade is a lightweight, textured Micarta handle that provides a solid, slip-resistant grip, while the SOG XR locking mechanism holds firm under up to 1,500 lbs. of force. Also new to the series is the Hidaka FX, a fixed knife purpose-built for the outdoors. The 4.8″ blade features premium CRYO 3V steel with a satin finish and a razor-sharp edge. Its Micarta handle offers a secure, no-slip grip and resists moisture, heat and impact.
Davidson’s Inc.
(800) 367-4867
In collaboration with Smith & Wesson, Davidson’s Exclusive Model 940 is a 9mm revolver with modern improvements. The concealed hammer helps create a snag-free design essential to concealed carry. The barrel, frame and cylinder’s stainless steel finish are complemented by the VZ Diamond Black Cherry grips. The grips themselves are contoured to allow the use of the included moon clips. A serrated U-notch rear sight is paired with an XS tritium night sight up front. The 2.17″ barrel and the five-shot cylinder are fluted. Three moon clips are included. Overall width is 1.31″, overall height is 4.375″ and it weighs 23.52 oz.
RCBS
(530) 538-2699
RCBS expands its X-Die Series of dies with a 6.5 Creedmoor full-length sizer die. The die series features a patented mechanism that eliminates the need for repeated trimming after initial case prep. Unlike standard full-length sizing dies, the X-Die uses a specialized mandrel system that precisely limits case growth during sizing — saving time while preserving critical dimensions for accurate shooting.
Streamlight Inc.
(800) 523-7488
Streamlight’s Sidewinder Compact III is an ultra-compact, high-performance, multi-fuel flashlight with multiple LED sources and is available in three models: user-configurable, military and aviation. Each LED operates at multiple brightness levels and includes a strobe mode. The light uses either one AA alkaline or one 3-volt CR123A lithium battery. The light’s white LED provides up to 275 lumens and 3,200 candela on High with a beam distance of 113 meters. It is IPX7 waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes and impact-tested to 3 meters.
Northern Precision
(315) 955-8679
Premium heavy hitter handgun bullets are now available in .429, .452, .475 and .500 from Northern Precision. The hunting bullets have thin and heavy jackets with bonded core and non-bonded TC flat tips, .429 and .452 Spitzers for single-shot handguns. The .475 and .500 are made from drawn .50-cal BMG jackets for tough, heavy wall jackets that will expand in game. A lead base guard bullet for plinking and small game is also available.
Smith & Wesson Brands Inc.
(800) 331-0852
The M&P Shield X series from S&W represents a sub-compact platform of the Shield family. The Shield X is chambered in 9mm, with capacities of 13+1 and 15+1 for standard models, and 10+1 for a compliant variant. It boasts an improved ergonomic frame design, including a lengthened grip, undercut trigger guard and extended beaver tail. Upgraded features include aggressive front and rear serration coverage, a 3.6″ stainless steel barrel, and an Ameriglo Trooper LumiGreen front night sight and blacked-out serrated U-notch rear sight. An integrated front rail and squared-off trigger guard allows users to mount a variety of light and laser accessories and an RMSc/K optics-ready footprint provides direct-mount red dot capabilities.
Vortex Optics
(800) 486-7839
The Ranger HD 3000 10×42 Laser Rangefinding Binocular from Vortex Optics combines modern HD optics with precise ranging capabilities, all in a compact platform to keep hands free to hunt. With a maximum reflective range of 3,000 yards, 1,500 on game, these powerful new binoculars are ideal for big-game, predator and archery hunters. The HD optics are optimized to deliver excellent color fidelity, edge-to-edge sharpness and light transmission.
Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc
(336) 949-5200
Ruger expands its 9mm RXM pistol line with a FACTORY-INSTALLED THREADED BARREL MODEL (1/2”x28). It sports a spare guide rod assembly featuring an 18-lb. recoil spring to tune the function of the pistol with an installed suppressor. The removable serialized stainless steel Fire Control Insert (FCI) set inside an interchangeable Magpul Enhanced Handgun Grip (EHG) delivers maximum flexibility and customization. The slide allows for direct optic mounting of RMR, Delta Point Pro (DPP) and RMSc-pattern optics. Safety features include integrated trigger safety, internal striker blocker and an inspection port for visual confirmation of the chamber. Two Magpul PMAG 15 GL9 15-round magazines are included.
XS Sights
(888) 744-4880
XS Minimalist night sights are now available for Colt Python revolvers. The sights are designed for shooters who want a simple and effective notch-and-post sight. The front sight features a tritium center surrounded by a glow dot that comes in two color options — green or orange — to best suit individual preference. The windage-adjustable rear sight is a serrated, blacked-out anti-glare notch with a wider width to help drive the eye to the front and quickly align the user’s sight.
5.11 Tactical
(866) 451-1726
5.11 is now offering an Iron Grey colorway in its STACHE SNEAKER collection, designed in collaboration with The Firearm Blog’s James Reeves. Iron Grey sneakers have a dark grey canvas exterior. This iteration boasts all the trademark features as the original, including a Vibram bottom, Ortholite insole and the signature “stash” pocket on the shoe’s tongue perfect for stowing valuables.
