January 21st, 2015

SHOT Day One — A Look Inside

Opening day at SHOT Show is always overwhelming. Tens of thousands of visitors fill the Sands Convention Center. The rows of booths seem endless. Here are a few quick highlights from Day One.

So many booths, so many people. Yes it can boggle the mind…
Shot show las vegas gun industry day 1

Shilen had barrels galore on display (including AR barrels). Shilen also showcased triggers.
Shot show las vegas gun industry day 1

Handsome F-Class and Benchrest rifles were featured at Kelbly’s booth.
Shot show las vegas gun industry day 1

Labradar. Yes it is real. Yes it is FCC-approved. We’re told the first units should ship by mid-spring.
Shot show las vegas gun industry day 1

Bill Wiseman builds the massive text fixtures used by Remington, Sig Sauer, Lapua, and other big companies. This former USMC armorer is world renowned for the quality of his testing rigs.
Shot show las vegas gun industry day 1

Like father, like daughter. Steve Dahlke runs Criterion Barrels with expert help from his uber-smart daughter Stephanie, a talented young engineer.
Shot show las vegas gun industry day 1

QuickLOAD software has been updated with data for new powders, including Alliant and IMR powders.
Shot show las vegas gun industry day 1

The folks at Timney Triggers found a way to attract booth visitors — chocolate treats with Timney graphics. Yummy.
Shot show las vegas gun industry day 1

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