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January 22nd, 2025

SHOT Show 2025 DAY 2 Highlights — New Rifles

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We are now on Day Two at SHOT Show 2025 in Las Vegas. There are huge crowds visiting the thousands of display booths in the “miles of aisles”. Over 52,000 people have registered for the event. This year’s SHOT Show encompasses two facilities — the Venetian Expo AND the new Caesars Forum. Combined, these facilities provide over 830,000 net square feet of exhibit space. The two trade show halls are connected by an elevated walking bridge.

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CLICK HERE for the searchable database of all SHOT Show 2025 exhibitors.

Today, as part of our Day Two coverage of SHOT Show 2025, we are featuring videos and image of new rifles from SIG Sauer, Savage, and Smith & Wesson. It’s just a coincidence all three companies start with the Letter “S”. Other major manufacturers, including Beretta, Bushmaster, FN, Remington, Rossi, Sako, and Tikka also have many new guns on display at SHOT Show 2025.

Interesting New Rifles at SHOT Show 2025

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SIG Sauer Spear DMR in 6.5 Creedmoor

At SHOT Show 2025, SIG Sauer unveiled the Spear DMR, a 6.5 Creedmoor Designated Marksman Rifle with 20″ barrel and fully adjustable, folding stock. While not yet available commercially, SIG Sauer has suggested this rifle may offered for sale later this year. In its product review, GunsAmerica notes: “The SIG Spear DMR features a fully adjustable and folding stock… nearly identical to the SIG Cross rifle stock, this version utilizes a different angled mount while maintaining the same ultra-light construction. The stock includes precision adjustments for both the cheek riser and length of pull[.] Its folding design … makes the rifle more compact for discreet transport or storage without compromising functionality or ergonomics.”

Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter


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The Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter combines a traditional lever-action rifle design with modern upgrade. Features include an extended Picatinny rail for optics, an M-LOK equipped fore-end, a Hi-Viz H3 front sight, and an adjustable ghost ring rear sight sourced from XS Sights. Available calibers are .45 Colt, .44 Magnum, and .357 Magnum.

The 16.3-inch 410 stainless-steel (with a threaded muzzle) has a twist rate of 1:16, the receiver is forged 416 stainless steel, and the fore-end, which has 15 M-LOK slots, is aluminum with a hard-coat anodized finish. The black synthetic stock has textured grip panels. The rifle also has a large loop operating lever and a manual cross-bolt safety. See this rifle at the Savage Booth #12427.

Savage Model 110 Pro Pursuit Hunting Rifle


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With a cerakoted bolt and action, PROOF Research carbon-wrapped barrel, and lightweight Grayboe Phoenix 2 stock, the 110 PPR offers easier carrying in the field along with good durability. The 110 PPR (Pro Pursuit Rifle) incorporates new features on the company’s proven 110 platform. It sports a nicely-patterned camo synthetic stock and field-friendly features like a large knurled bolt handle, flush QD sling adapters, and a 20 MOA rail. The carbon-fiber-wrapped 22-inch Proof Research barrel also saves weight. A three-round AICS-style mag, dual extractors, and muzzle brake facilitate quick follow-up shots. The 110 PPR is offered in nine different chamberings, with emphasis on big-game cartridges. MSRP is $2,399.



SHOT Daily Magazines For Day 1 and Day 2

Want more information on new firearms and optics? Then check out SHOT Daily Magazine. Shown below are covers for the digital versions of the SHOT Daily print editions distributed at SHOT Show. The Day 1 issue features new rifles while the Day 2 issue showcases notable new optics. Click each cover page box to launch the full version which you can read in full for free by signing up.

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SHOT Daily Shot show 2025 issue 1 one

New Product Center


The New Product Center is a “must-see” offering at the Venetian EXPO. There are dozens of interesting and innovative new products all in one convenient location.

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January 22nd, 2025

Notable New Handguns at SHOT Show 2025

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It’s Day 2 of the 2025 SHOT Show. Hundreds of new handguns are on display at vendor’s booths in Las Vegas. Today we feature notable new (or updated) handguns from Smith & Wesson, Colt, Glock, and KelTec. If we were shooting action pistol competitions we would definitely consider the new metal-framed S&W M&P9. And the KelTec 5.7 offers impressive fire-power in a very slim and lightweight package.

Smith & Wesson M&P9 Metal HD – Spec Series V

If you shoot gun games such as the USPSA matches, you want a high-mass pistol with a fast cycling and low muzzle lift for quick follow shots. That can be achieved with a ported barrel and an all-metal frame. Smith & Wesson has emplyed this design with its new M&P9 Metal HD – Spec Series V. This 9mm striker-fired pistol has a 23-round capacity, and utilizes a newly designed aluminum trigger to facilitate more consistent and accurate shooting.

Weighing in at 2.31 lbs. (without magazine), the M&P9 Metal HD features a steel frame with enhanced texturing, a steel magwell, and a steel optics plate. All that steel increases overall weight and help reduce felt recoil. Its 4.8-inch threaded barrel, controls, and magwell all display a sharp blue PVD finish, and it is equipped with a Strike Industries™ compensator to tame muzzle rise and improve control.

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“Our polymer M&P handguns [are] recognized for their ergonomics and reliability. We took these trusted attributes and integrated them into a steel platform to help mitigate felt-coil, allowing users to keep their pistol running flat and fast. This new Spec Series offers an advantage in today’s dynamic shooting environments while delivering a premium look and feel”, noted Corey Beaudreau, S&W Product Manager.

The M&P9 Metal HD ships with tall C.O.R.E.™ green night sights and also includes an optics-ready slide that can fit red dot optic. Additional features include three 23-round magazines, a Spec Series Coin and Knife, and a hard carry case. CLICK HERE to view more info and photos for the M&P9 Metal HD – Spec Series V.

KelTec PR57 — Slim Profile, Rotary Barrel, Uses Stripper Clip

keltec pr57 rotary barrel stripper clipThe KelTec PR57 is a slim, high-capacity lightweight pistol chambered for the potent 5.7x28mm cartridge. This innovative handgun employs an innovative top-loading design, eliminating the need for traditional magazines. The KelTec PR57 internal 20-rd magazine is fed via 10-round stripper clips (see photo at right). Weighing just 13.86 oz (393 g), the PR57 is very light and thin. With a 4.64″ barrel, is is 7.16″ long, and just 0.937″ wide — 40% thinner that other 5.7×28 pistols.

The PR57 features a rotary (spinning) 1:7″-twist barrel and a crisp 4.5 lb trigger pull. Kel-Tec says the 13.86-ounce PR57 is the lightest pistol in its caliber on the market. By comparison, the FN Five-Seven MRD, PSA 5.7 Rock, and Ruger 57 all weigh 25 ounces, nearly twice as much. In addition to black, the PR57 will be offered in FDE and olive drab. The KelTec PR57 ships with two 10-round stripper clips and an optics plate, with an MSRP of $399. The pistol is expected to begin shipping sometime in the first quarter of 2025.

NOTE: There is a major negative — UNLOADING the pistol is not as simple or fast as simply removing a detachable magazine from the bottom of the grip. This PR57 does NOT have a detachable magazine.

Glock Pistols with Integral Aimpoint COA Red Dot Optic

Glock has partnered with Aimpoint to introduce the exclusive Glock x Aimpoint COA Combo. This package features an Aimpoint COA red dot sight pre-installed on Glock 9mm pistols — G43X, G48, G19 Gen5, G45, and G47. The Aimpoint COA optic i fitted to the slide via an A-CUT interface. The Aimpoint COA optic is optimized for concealed carry, offering a compact, lightweight design with a fully enclosed emitter for protection against environmental elements. The A-CUT mounting system allows the sight to be mounted deeper into the slide.

New Colt Wheelguns and Revived Smith & Wesson Model 10

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Savage Stance XR Double Stack with Optional Optic

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Savage’s new Stance XR has a 13+1 capacity and a quick-release optics mount that allows the user to switch optics. Internals remain the same as on the original Stance. Options include three colors, manual safety or none, and standard or tritium sights. You can also buy a version (as shown) that comes with installed red dot optic. MSRP runs $469-$659. Find Savage firearms in SHOT Show Booth #12821.

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January 22nd, 2025

How to Improve Your Trigger Technique for Better Accuracy

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Do you occasionally get completely unexplained flyers, or have a shot land straight down at 6 O’Clock, right below your point of aim? That could be caused by poor or inconsistent trigger technique. How you pull the trigger can and does affect your accuracy.

Many gun enthusiasts start with pistols. When they later start shooting rifles they may carry over some not-so-good practices acquired from shooting handguns with heavy 4 to 6-pound trigger pulls. You may want to “re-learn” your trigger techniques to get better rifle results.

Shooting Sports USA has a good article on trigger technique that offers many useful tips. That article also has many helpful illustrations, including the one shown above. Another illustration shows different types of trigger shoes (straight vs. curved) and explains how each makes a difference: “With a lightly curved trigger, the shooter’s finger can contact the trigger either high or low according to preference. Higher contact will increase the resistance.” READ ARTICLE HERE.

The article analyzes common errors, such as pulling the trigger with the very tip of the finger rather than the pad of the index finger: “Using the tip of the finger can lead to lateral pressure on the trigger, which throws off the shot.”

The article also explains that you should check your trigger regularly to make sure it is functioning properly and is not out of adjustment: “Just like any other moving part, the trigger can suffer from wear. In such a precise mechanism, tiny amounts of wear can cause major problems.”

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The ergonomics of the Eliseo Tubegun allow a nice, straight trigger pull.

Trigger Tips

Six Suggestions for Making your Trigger Control More Consistent.

1. If your triggers are adjustable, set the pull weight appropriate to the discipline. For a hunting rifle, you don’t want an ultra-light trigger pull. For High Power, you may want a two-stage pull, while on a Benchrest rifle you may prefer a very light trigger.

2. If you have a two-stage trigger, experiment with different combinations of First Stage and Second Stage.

3. Have a friend watch you as you pull the trigger, and maybe even take a close-up video as you pull the trigger. This can reveal a variety of flaws.

4. Practice dry-firing to see if flaws in trigger technique are causing gun movement.

5. As an experiment, try pulling the trigger with your middle finger. Ergonomically, the middle finger has a more straight alignment with the tendons in your hand. This exercise can help you identify alignment issues with your index finger.

6. For stocks with adjustable Length of Pull you may want to set the LOP differently for bench shooting vs. prone or F-Class shooting.

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German-made Bix’N Andy triggers, available from BulletCentral.com, are among the very best you can buy. Available in both single-stage and two-stage, Bix’N Andy triggers are extremely precise, repeatable and smooth. The unique internal, friction-reducing roller ball system allows for extremely low reset force, yielding an ultra-crisp let-off. Bix’N Andy triggers can be fitted with a variety of trigger shoes according to shooter preference.

Bix’N Andy triggers are available for a variety of actions and there are models for various competition disciplines. These triggers start at about $260.00. We like the single-stage for benchrest rifles and the two-stage for Palma rifles and hard-hold competition disciplines.

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