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February 28th, 2026

Saturday Movies: Notable New Products at IWA Outdoor Classics

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IWA Outdoor Classics New Product Showcase

The IWA Outdoor Classics (Euro SHOT Show) event in Germany is the largest hunting/shooting/outdoor trade show outside North America. Every year the IWA Outdoor Classics showcases thousands of products from manufacturers from around the world. This year’s IWA event ran 2/26/26 through 3/1/2026 in Nuremberg. For this Saturday Movies Showcase we feature notable new rifles, pistols, and optics.


IWA Exhibitor List | IWA Product List | IWA Special Events

To see other products on display in Germany this week, visit the IWA Outdoor Classics Product Showcase. Product names are listed alphabetically, and you can also search by product type and/or country. Images and descriptions of 335 Featured Products are available online..

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This cool cutaway Feinwerkbau competition air rifle reveals inner working parts.

Walther RS3 Straight-Pull Bullpup Hunting Rifle


The new Walther RS3 hunting rifle is an innovative straight-pull, bolt-action rifle with bullpup-type stock. In the first video, TFBTV chats with Walther CEO Bernhard Knöbel about the new RS3 rifle, which blends traditional European hunting aesthetics with modern engineering. The premium RS3 features a handsome wood stock and deluxe refined finish. In the second video above, the respected All4Hunters channel examines the Walther CS3’s key features and what makes it stand out among high-end hunting rifles.

CZ TS 3 Orange Competition Pistol

The new CZ TS 3 Orange pistol was one of the more notable semi-auto pistols at the 2026 IWA Outdoor Classics. The CZ TS 3 ORANGE is the flagship model of the new CZ TS 3 competition series, developed for IPSC Optics and USPSA Limited Optics divisions. This new competition pistol has a great trigger, good balance, ported slide, and red-dot optic. This CZ factory video shows the new TS3 Orange being used in rapid-fire sessions.

Chiappa Rhino .44 Magnum Revolver

At IWA 2026 TFBTV checked out the Chiappa Rhino chambered in .44 Magnum, the latest large-frame addition to the Chiappa Rhino lineup. The Rhino’s low bore axis design fires from the bottom chamber of the cylinder. This reduces muzzle rise, making heavy calibers more controllable. This video examines the design, and explains how recoil impulse compares to traditional revolvers. Available in various finishes, this revolver can make high-energy cartridges more controllable.

Victrix Corvo CS Compact .50 BMG Rifle

This video features Victrix’s Corvo CS, a compact variant of their .50 BMG platform. Victrix designed the Corvo CS with an 18″ barrel and folding stock to create a more compact system while maintaining the capability of the .50 BMG cartridge. The Corvo CS features a stainless steel action and bolt, a 2-stage trigger, a folding stock, and multiple QD attachment points. The rifle includes a 45 MOA top rail, M-LOK interface, barricade stop, muzzle brake, and compatibility with Victrix monopod and bipod systems.

New Triggertech Triggers

Orion Clip-On Thermal Optic

Orion Clip-On Thermal Optic for Riflescopes


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This new Orion C series clip-on thermal sight can be a major upgrade for hunters who want to see more in low-light conditions. The Orion mounts directly to the front of a conventional scope, and transforms the capabilities, giving it thermal, night-vision viewing ability. This Orion unit activates in 3 seconds and the battery runs for four hours.

New Series Veracity Rifle Scopes from Burris

This video features the new updated Veracity scope series from Burris. The 2026 Veracity riflescopes represents a complete redesign that elevates this proven platform with enhanced optical performance, refined ergonomics, and innovative new features to help hunters.

BONUS: Cutaway Inside Look into Hausken Rifle Suppressors

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The 2026 IWA Outdoor Classics event is hosted in Nuremberg, Germany. Here’s an interactive map.

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February 27th, 2026

2026 IWA Outdoor Classics Commences in Nuremberg, Germany

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The 2026 IWA Outdoor Classics trade show kicked off yesterday in Nuremberg, Germany. This major outdoor/hunting/shooting trade show, the largest event of its kind outside the USA, runs February 26 through March 1, 2026. A vast selection of new rifles, pistols, and shotguns are on display.

In addition there are large selections of optics, bipods/tripods, rangefinders, and other accessories. Plus the IWA show features outdoor clothing, packs, and hunting gear. Vendors also showcased collections of beautiful hardwoods suitable for fine rifle and shotgun stocks.

For more than 50 years, outdoor and shooting industry companies have come together in Nuremberg to present the latest products and services for hunting and shooting sports. For 2026, Europe’s leading outdoor trade show will host more than 1,080 German and international exhibitors in nine exhibition halls. In addition, there will be a wide variety of seminars, meetings, and interactive demonstrations.

This video covers some notable new hunting rifles at the IWA show. Whether you want the best straight-pull rifle for rapid follow-up shots or the one of the top quality new, affordable hunting rifles, this video explores notable current options. Video highlights are listed with time-marks:

1:18 – Haenel Jaeger EVO (Classic)
2:45 – CZ 600+ Series (Good Modularity)
4:20 – Mauser M25 (Straight-Pull)

5:50 – Blaser R8 Professional 2.0 (High-End Rig)
7:25 – Walther RS3 (Bullpup Revolution)
9:00 – Final Thoughts

Notable Products at IWA Outdoor Classics 2026

Manufacturers and vendors from the hunting, shooting sports, and outdoor segments offer a vast range of products this year. From hunting, sport shooting, and airsoft firearms to optics and technologies, ammunition, knives, hunting accessories, clothing and outdoor equipment, there is plenty to discover in the nine halls at IWA Outdoor Classics 2026. IWA Outdoor Classics allows buyers and retailers from around the world to see thousands of new products in one location.

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February 26th, 2026

Registration is Open for 2026 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits

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Registration has opened for the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in April — So you may want to start your planning and register now for the event.

The 2026 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits will take place at the George R. Brown Convention Center on April 16-19, 2026 in Houston, Texas. The Exhibit Hall is open all three days and will showcase over 14 acres of guns and gear. There will also be numerous special events, plus entertainment. If you would like to attend, register for the event and book your hotel soon.

The 2026 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits has events on April 16th and the convention hall will officially open at 9:00 AM on April 17. NRA members and immediate family receive free entry. Non-members can join online or at the door for immediate access. Visit NRAam.org for more information and to purchase tickets for special events. NRA Members receive free admission, while a Weekend “All Access” Pass is offered for $35, which includes a 1-year NRA membership.

» REGISTER HERE for 2026 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits

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LOCATION in Houston SCHEDULE Thursday through Sunday
George R. Brown Convention Center
1001 Avenida De Las Americas
Houston, Texas 77010
Start Date: 2026-04-16
End Date: 2026-04-19
Annual Meeting Schedules, Thursday – Sunday
Thursday, 2026-04-16 2:00pm 6:00pm
Friday, 2026-04-17 9:00am 6:00pm
Saturday, 2026-04-18 9:00am 6:00pm
Sunday, 2026-04-19 10:00am 5:00pm

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February 26th, 2026

Great .22 LR Rimfire Accuracy at 200 yards — Australia Fly Shoot

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What kind of accuracy do you think is possible from a rimfire benchrest rifle? If we said 0.44 MOA you might not be surprised, thinking this was at 50 yards. But how about 0.44 MOA accuracy at TWO HUNDRED yards. Now that’s impressive. Consider this — at 200 yards, a 10 mph crosswind will push that little 40gr bullet 15.3 inches. Here’s the story, which comes from the Land Down-Under, Australia.

A few seasons back, Australian John Lavaring shot a group at 200 yards that would make most centerfire shooters proud. The five-shot group, with all shots in the center 10-Ring, measured just 0.93 inches. That works out to 0.44 MOA at 200 — mighty impressive for a .22 LR. Recorded at a Rimfire Fly Shoot benchrest event in Canberra, Australia, this 200-yard target set two new Australian SSAA National records! John was using ELEY Tenex ammunition.

Congratulations to John Lavaring for a spectacular demonstration of how well a rimfire rig can shoot — even at 200 yards. We rarely shoot our .22 LR rifles past 50 meters. Maybe it’s time to start a Rimfire ELR series, with targets at 200 or even 300 yards. What do you think of the Rimfire ELR idea? Leave comments below.

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The rifle was a Anschutz model 54 Match in a custom benchrest stock. John’s record-setting rig features a barrel block, which you can see forward of the action. Scope is a Bausch & Lomb BR model. We don’t have the round count on Lavaring’s barrel, but good rimfire benchrest rifles can often get 10,000 rounds (or more) of accurate life.

Rimfire Ballistics at 200 Yards
Some folks may be wondering about .22 LR ballistics at 200 yards. Well, with a 25-yard zero, the 200-yard drop for John’s 40gr Tenex ammo is 54 inches, assuming 0.145 G1 BC and 1085 fps muzzle velocity per ELEY website. And at 200 yards, a 10 mph crosswind will push that little bullet 15.3 inches! We’re told the winds were pretty tricky when Lavary shot his record group. This makes his achievement all the more impressive — we have to admire John’s wind-reading ability.

This ELEY ammo has proven to be exceptionally accurate. Here is a short video showing TEN rounds of Tenex shot from a machine rest with target at 50 meters.

Ten Rounds ELEY Tenex at 50 meters:

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February 25th, 2026

Armageddon Gear (AG) Cup Match on Shooting USA TV Today

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Precision Rifle fans should watch Shooting USA this week. On Wednesday, February 25, 2026 Shooting USA features coverage of the 2025 Armageddon Gear (AG) Cup Invitational. The 3-day AG Cup posts the biggest cash money match in precision rifle competition. This challenging multi-stage, elimination-format competition is one of the top tactical matches of the year. On the final day, the top competitors faced ten courses of fire to determine who will claim the Armageddon Gear AG Cup. This is an invitation-only match for America’s top Precision Rifle shooters, with the potential reward of huge cash prizes — $20,000 for the winner plus $1000 for each top scorer on the ten final courses of fire.

Shooting USA SHOW TIMES: This Shooting USA Episode airs Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9:00 PM Eastern and Pacific; 8:00 PM Central on the Outdoor Channel. In Canada, Shooting USA is broadcast on the Sportsman Canada Channel. If you miss the regular broadcast, you can stream the show online at any time on Vimeo for $0.99 per episode.

This Video Shows Highlights of the Armageddon Cup

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Armageddon Gear AG Cup Invitational Shooting USA

The AG Cup is the brainchild of Tom Fuller, the owner of Armageddon Gear, and to say it’s a success is a bit of an understatement. This invitation-only match is the richest tactical/precision competition on the planet.

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Armageddon Gear AG Cup Invitational Shooting USA

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This AG Cup video has good footage of the stages in a previous 2022 AG Cup.

Armaggedon Gear — Tactical Accessories
Armageddon Gear, founded by former U.S. Army Ranger Tom Fuller, sells support bags, gun cases, slings, suppressor covers, scope covers, and a wide variety of other accessories popular with the PRS/NRL crowd. Armageddon Gear now provides products to the U.S. Military, Law Enforcement, as well as PRS/NRL competitors.

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February 22nd, 2026

Sunday Gunday: Remington 700 — History, Videos, Blueprinting

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For today’s Sunday GunDay story, we look at the legendary Remington 700, perhaps the most popular American bolt-action rifle of all time. After covering the history of the Rem 700 rifle, we provide an inside look at the Rem 700 through a series of cutaway animations. Then we explain how gunsmiths can enhance a Remington 700 action through “blueprinting” procedures.

Remington 700 Origins and History

remington 700 manualAfter World War II, Remington Arms engineer Mike Walker began designing lower-cost alternatives to the Model 30, which resulted in the Model 721. These used a cylindrical receiver produced from cylindrical bar stock that could be turned on a lathe, rather than machined in a series of milling operations, which significantly reduced the cost of production. Further developments of the basic 721 action under the direction of Walker produced the Model 722 and Model 725, and ultimately in 1962, the Model 700.

Walker sought to increase the accuracy of the rifles, by utilizing tight tolerances in the chamber and bore, a short leade, and a very fast lock time. Like the earlier 721, the Remington 700 action was designed for mass production. Remington initially produced two variants of the Model 700, the ADL and BDL, in both long- and short-action versions. In 1969, Remington introduced upgrades for the rifle, including a longer rear bolt shroud, a jeweled bolt, and improved stock finishing. Four years later, production of left-handed Rem 700s began, to compete with the Savage Model 110, at that time the only major American-made left-bolt rifle.

Other Rem 700 versions include the titanium receiver 700ti, the 700 SPS (which replaced the ADL in 2005), and the CDL model. In addition to its development as a hunting rifle, the Model 700 also provided the basis for military and police sniper rifles, starting with the M40 rifle in 1966, which was initially ordered by the U.S. Marine Corps. The U.S. Army adopted the M24 Sniper Weapon System in 1986.

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The Remington 700 is sold in both short action and long action variants. This photo is from the Big ED YouTube video comparing the two action lengths.

The Remington 700 is a manually-operated bolt action with two forward dual-opposed lugs. The bolt face is recessed, fully enclosing the base of the cartridge, The extractor is a C-clip sitting within the bolt face. The ejector is a plunger on the bolt face actuated by a coil spring. The bolt is of 3-piece construction, brazed together (head, body and bolt handle). The receiver is milled from round cross-section steel.

Chassis Systems for Remington 700s

With the popularity of the Remington 700 series rifles, and the availability of Rem 700 barreled actions by themselves, many companies have created after-market chassis systems. This Brownells Video reviews modern Accuracy Int’l chassis systems configured for Remington 700 barreled actions. Modular chassis systems have become particularly popular with PRS/NRL competitors.

Rem 700 Cutaway Video Shows Components + Operation

Ever wish you could look inside your rifle, to see how the trigger and fire-control system work? Well now that is possible with the magic of 3D computer graphics. Modern software allows detailed “cutaway” side-views (see below), as well as 3D views with 360° rotation. The software can also provide X-Ray-type views into the gun’s internals — as you can see above. And computer animation can show the complete firing process from trigger pull to chambering of the next round.

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READERS — Do take the time to watch the video! This Rem 700 animation is really outstanding! EVERY bolt-action shooter should watch this video all the way through.

The Model 700 series of bolt-action rifles have been manufactured by Remington Arms since 1962. All are based on basically the same centerfire bolt action. They are typically sold with an internal magazine depending on caliber, some of which have a floor-plate for quick-unloading, and some of which are “blind” (no floor-plate). The Model 700 is a development of the Remington 721 and 722 series of rifles, which were introduced in 1948.

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The Remington 700 is a manually-operated bolt action with forward, dual opposed lugs. It features “Cock On Opening”, meaning the upward rotation of the bolt when the rifle is opened cocks the firing pin. A cam mechanism pushes the firing pin’s cocking piece backward. The bolt face is recessed, fully enclosing the base of the cartridge. The extractor is a C-clip sitting within the bolt face. The ejector is a plunger on the bolt face actuated by a coil spring. The bolt is of 3-piece construction, brazed together (head, body. and bolt handle). The receiver is milled from round cross-section steel.

Blueprinting Rem 700 Action — Making a Good Action Better

Bill Marr Rifleshooter.com truing Remington Rem 700 action accurizing

Bill Marr Rifleshooter.com truing Remington Rem 700 action accurizingYou may have heard the phrase “blueprinting an action”, but do you know what that really means? Do you know what operations are done to an action during the blueprinting process? To help you understand, gunsmith Bill Marr of RifleShooter.com has created a helpful article showing a Rem 700 blueprinting job start to finish. This article spotlights how the procedures can be done with manual tools. Bill, who runs 782 Custom Gunworks Ltd., can also perform many of these operations with modern automated machinery. In fact, Bill has written a follow-up article on Truing a Rem 700 receiver with a Lathe.

Bill explains: “Blue-printing, or truing a rifle action, ensures the receiver face, threads, lugs, bolt lugs, and bolt face are square to the center line of the receiver.” In Bill’s informative article, Bill shows how he blueprints a Remington 700 short action receiver with .308 Win bolt face. He covers the following procedures step by step:

Action Disassembly
Ream Minor Diameter of Receiver Threads
Square the Receiver Lugs
Square the Face of the Receiver
Lap the Bolt Lugs
Square the Bolt Face

Bill employed a variety of tools from Brownells to complete the blueprinting job, including: Remington 700 Armorer’s Kit; Manson Receiver Accurizing Kit; Bolt Lapping Kit; Bolt Face Truing Tool; Manson Receiver Ring Facing Cutter; Multi-Vise with Jaw Pads; Silicone Carbide Abrasive; and Do-Drill Cutting Oil.

1. Truing the Receiver Face

Using the receiver facing tool, the front of the receiver is trued. The tool is placed over the tap and turned by hand. We used Do Drill to lubricate it.

Bill Marr Rifleshooter.com truing Remington Rem 700 action accurizing

2. Lapping the Lugs

The bolt lapping tool screws into the front of the action and applies rearward pressure on the bolt face. A little bit of lapping compound is placed on the front of the receiver lugs. The bolt handle is then raised and lowered repeatedly. Note — it is critical that we do not get any lapping compound on any other surfaces.

Bill Marr Rifleshooter.com truing Remington Rem 700 action accurizing

3. Truing the Bolt Face

On this bolt, the central part of the bolt face was low. After the truing operation, this Rem 700 bolt face is now completely square to the action.

Bill Marr Rifleshooter.com truing Remington Rem 700 action accurizing

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IMPORTANT: Rifleshooter.com states: “This article highlights our project and is presented for information purposes only. This provides an overview of the process and should not be attempted without the guidance and supervision of an experienced gunsmith“.

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February 21st, 2026

Saturday Movies: Eight Great Wheelgun Revolver Videos

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Today’s Saturday video showcase is a wheelgun extravaganza. We offer eight videos covering some of the most famous double-action revolvers in existence. Check out reviews of Colt, Smith & Wesson, Korth, Dan Wesson, Ruger, and other models, in a variety of chamberings, both centerfire and rimfire. We think every serious gun enthusiast should have at least two revolvers in his collection — one centerfire and one rimfire. This Editor owns a stainless, 10-shot .22 LR Smith & Wesson Model 617. It has probably shot more rounds than all my other pistols combined, and it is still performing flawlessly after two decades.

Multiple Revolver Line-up: S&W, Colt, Ruger, Taurus, Dan Wesson, Chiappa, Charter Arms, Webley and More

This 12-minute video provides a quick introduction to eleven interesting wheelguns: Smith & Wesson Model 29 (00:22), Colt Python (1:22), Ruger GP100 (2:25), Taurus Model 66 (3:40), Smith & Wesson Model 686 (4:38), Charter Arms Bulldog (5:41), Chiappa Rhino (6:32), Webley Revolver (7:27), Dan Wesson 715 (8:21), H&R Model 929 (9:59), Taurus Judge Public Defender (10:52). NOTE: This video also includes a review of the Bersa .380 which is NOT a revolver, so the video title is a little misleading. There are 12 handguns, but only 11 revolvers.

Colt Python .357 Mag 1000-Round Test

How well do modern wheelguns hold up to extended use? This video provides an answer. Honest Outlaw’s testers put 1000 rounds through a new-generation Colt Python chambered for the legendary .357 Magnum round. The Python showed outstanding accuracy, and the tester praised the trigger. Testing was done indoors and outdoors, both rapid-fire and slow-fire. After a couple hundred rounds, the Python needed a thorough cleaning of cylinder and barrel, but otherwise the revolver performed really well.

Hickok45 Shoots the New Colt Anaconda in .44 Magnum

Hickok45 is a respected YouTube video reviewer. In this detailed 19.5-minute video, Hickok45 reviews and tests a new generation Colt Anaconda revolver, chambered for the powerful .44 Magnum cartridge. This is one of the most popular wheelgun videos on YouTube, having logged over 1.4 million views.

Colt King Cobra Target .22 LR Revolver


This TFB Showtime episode examines the new .22 LR rimfire Colt King Cobra Target. The King Cobra Target .22 LR features a 10-shot cylinder, and the same adjustable target sights as the .357 Magnum version.

At the NRA Annual Meetings in 2022, Colt Manufacturing introduced an impressive rimfire revolver — the King Cobra Target .22 LR. Colt states: “From competition to plinking and small game hunting, this baby Cobra does it all and packs 10-rounds of .22 LR in its cylinder”. The King Cobra Target 22 LR is available with 4.25-inch and 6-inch barrel lengths, both with 1:16″ RH rifling twist. MSRP is $999.00.

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The Massive Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum X-Frame

smith wesson .500 magnum revolver wheelgun .44 mag comparisonIf bigger is better, then a Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum should be in your collection. This jumbo-size wheelgun shoots a huge 50-caliber cartridge, the .500 S&W Magnum. Even with compensator slots on the end of the barrel, the recoil is massive — enough so that we would NOT recommend this big revolver to novice shooters.

For more information read the American Rifleman article The .500 S&W Magnum: Most Powerful Handgun Round In The World. S&W currently produces six different 500 Magnum models, including a huge 4.975-pound Performance Center Model with 10.5″ barrel.

In 2003 the engineers at Smith & Wesson wanted to deliver maximum power for serious handgun hunters. The power they sought required an entirely new frame, the massive “X-Frame”. That became the basis for the new Model S&W 500, the most powerful production revolver in the world.

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Colt vs. Smith & Wesson

Here’s a pretty informative video, with two qualified experts, Bill Wilson and Ken Hackathorn. This covers the basic differences between Smith & Wesson and Colt revolvers. This video explores the classic “Ford vs. Chevy debate” of the revolver world. Both S&W and the Colt revolvers have their die hard loyalists. In this episode, the Gun Guys weigh the merits of Bill’s Colt Shooting Master and Ken’s S&W Registered Magnum.

Korth Super Sport STS Revolver — $5,572.00 Wheelgun

Germany’s Korth Arms makes some of the best revolvers on the planet. Korth’s machining tolerances are second to none. The triggers are superb and the accuracy is excellent. For high-end Bianchi Cup-type competition Korth offers a “badass” black heavy-barreled wheelgun, the Super Sport GTS Revolver. This features a full-length scope rail and vented sides. Note this video was originally in the French language so there is an English voice-over. NOTE: If the English sound-track doesn’t work on your platform, click the “Watch on YouTube” option and/or click the settings button and set the audio track to English.

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You’ll need serious bucks to buy a Korth Super Sport GTS. Currently the GTS model in .357 Magnum with full multi-barrel performance kit sells for €4,730.00 Euros (about $5572.00 U.S.).

Smith & Wesson Model 648 in .22 WMR

We love Smith & Wesson rimfire revolvers. We have put thousands of rounds through S&W Model 617 revolvers, with 4″ and 6″ barrels. These stainless .22 LR handguns are accurate, superbly reliable, and they hold their value. In general we’ve found that Smith & Wesson rimfire revolvers may be less fussy with ammo, and more trouble-free than typical semi-auto rimfires. Bottom line, we feel that everyone should have an S&W rimfire wheelgun in their collection.

Along with its .22 LR wheelguns, S&W now offers another very impressive Rimfire Revolver option — the “revived” Model 648 in .22 WMR (Winchester Magnum Rimfire). This stainless Model 648 brings a more powerful cartridge to S&W rimfire revolver fans.

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February 19th, 2026

Five Ways to Become a Better Handgun Shooter

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Photo from Training Program at Bellevue Gun Club, Washington State’s “premier indoor shooting facility”.

At AccurateShooter.com, our primary focus is precision target shooting with rifles. But it’s definitely fun to shoot pistols too, and we bet most of our regular readers own handguns. Here are five tips for shooting safely and accurately with handguns. These pointers will help you advance your skills and have more fun with your pistols and revolvers.

1. Make Sure Safety Is Number One

Whether you own one gun or one hundred, gun safety must always be your main priority. In this video, Smith & Wesson Team Captain Julie Golob covers the basics of gun safety.

2. Start with a .22 LR Handgun

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We strongly recommend that new pistol shooters start off with a .22 LR rimfire handgun. The .22 LR cartridge is accurate but has very low recoil, less “bark” than a centerfire, and very little smoke and muzzle flash. New shooters won’t have to fight muzzle flip, and won’t develop a flinch from the sharp recoil and muzzle blast common to larger calibers. With the .22 LR, the trainee can focus on sight alignment, breathing, and trigger pull. When he or she has mastered those skills, move on to a .38 Special or 9mm Luger (9x19mm).

What gun to use? We recommend the 10-shot Smith & Wesson Model 617. This is ideal for initial training, shooting single action, slow-fire. You want to focus on sight picture and holding steady. Shown above is the 4″-barrel Model 617 which balances well. There is also a 6″-barrel version. It has a longer sight radius, but is a little nose-heavy. Both are great choices. They are extremely accurate and they boast a very clean, precise trigger.

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If you prefer a semi-auto .22 LR pistol, we recommend the Browning Buck Mark series. Buck Marks are very accurate and very reliable. There are now 58 different Buck Mark models, priced at $469.99 to $839.99 MSRP. Retail prices start at about $330 for a basic Buck Mark Camper 22 UFX model. Like the S&W Model 617, a good Buck Mark will serve you for a lifetime.

3. Use Quality Targets with Multiple Aim Points

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Birchwood Casey Target Spots neon day-glowIt’s common for new pistoleros to start shooting at cans or clay birds at a public range. That can be fun, but it’s better to start with proper targets, placed at eye level, at 7-10 yards. We like to use targets with large, brightly colored circles. Focus on putting 5 shots in a circle.

We recommend targets that have multiple bullseyes or aiming points — that way you don’t have to constantly change your target. There are also special paper targets that can help you diagnose common shooting problems, such as anticipating recoil. EZ2C makes very good targets with bright, red-orange aim points. You can also use the bright orange Birchwood Casey stick-on Target Dots (right). These come in a variety of diameters. We like the 2″ dot at 10 yards.

4. Find a Good Mentor and Watch Some Videos First

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Photo courtesy AV Firearms Training.

Too many new pistol shooters try to move right to rapid fire drills. It’s better to start slow, practicing the basics, under the guidance of a good mentor. If you belong to a club, ask if there are certified instructors who will help out. This Editor learned pistol shooting from a seasoned bullseye shooter, who got me started with a .22 LR revolver and very close targets. Over the course of a few range sessions we progressed to farther targets and faster pace. But the fundamentals were never forgotten. When starting your pistol training, it’s wise to view some instructional videos. Top Shot Champion Chris Cheng hosts an excellent Handgun 101 Series produced by the NSSF. We’ve linked one of these Handgun 101 videos for Tip #6.

5. SLOW DOWN — This Is Not a Race

When you learned to ride a bicycle, you started slow — maybe even with training wheels. The same principle applies to pistol shooting. When you get started with handguns, we recommend you shoot slowly and deliberately. Start with the handgun unloaded — just work on your sight alignment and breathing. With snap caps in place, try some dry-firing drills. Then progress to live fire. But be deliberate and slow. With the target at 20 feet, see if you can get three successive shot-holes to touch. Believe it or not, many common pistols are capable of this kind of accuracy (but you won’t see many shooters at indoor ranges who pursue that kind of precision). Once you master your form and accuracy, then you can work on your speed.

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February 19th, 2026

Get a $50 Rebate on a New Browning Pistol in February

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Looking for a nice, new handgun — rimfire or centerfire? Well through the end of February, 2026 you can get a solid $50.00 rebate on a new Browning pistol. This $50 Rebate Offer is valid for consumer purchases of a new, eligible, in-stock handgun purchased between February 1 and February 28, 2026. NOTE: This offer is available in the U.S.A. only.

To qualify you must buy one of three types of Browning handguns before the end of the month: Buck Mark, 1911-22, and/or 1911-380. Our first choice would be a long-barrel .22 LR Buck Mark with a scope rail. There are now 58 different Buck Mark models, priced at $469.99 to $839.99 MSRP. Retail prices start at about $330 for a basic Buck Mark Camper 22 UFX model.

Browning Buck Mark .22 LR — 58 Varieties Offered

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Here’s a field test of a Buck Mark Plus stainless UDX model. This features an aluminum alloy frame with Picatinny top rail, and 5.5″ slabside stainless barrel. This model boasts black wood laminate UltraDeluxe grips, adjustable rear sight, and TRUGLO/Marble Arms fiber-optic front sight. MSRP is $759.99.

Browning 1911-22 — 85% Scale Rimfire Version of M1911

February 2026 browning pistol rebate buck mark 1911-22 1911-380 saleThis video explores the design process behind the 1911-22, a scaled-down version of the iconic Model 1911 .45 ACP pistol. The video highlights the use of 3D modeling to determine the optimal size for a .22 caliber pistol in this format, ultimately settling on an 85% scale. The video also compares the 1911-22 to the full-size 1911, showcasing the similarities in design and functionality.

Key Terms of Browning Pistol Rebate: Offer valid only on the retail purchase of new, eligible, Browning handgun(s) purchased February 1 to 28, 2026. Qualifying purchases must be made from available in-store inventory; no rain checks or prepayments for out-of-stock retail inventory are allowed. To submit your Handgun rebate go to Rebates.browning.com, fill out the online application, and upload supporting documents as required. All applications must be submitted online no later than midnight March 14, 2026. Allow 6-8 weeks for processing and delivery of rebate. Offer valid in USA only, and void where prohibited by law.

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February 18th, 2026

SHOT Show 2026 Full Report on Shooting USA TV Today

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This Week on Shooting USA – The 2026 SHOT Show
SHOT Show 2026 is featured on Shooting USA today on the Outdoor Channel. SHOT stands for “Shooting Hunting and Outdoor Tradeshow”. The biggest gun industry convention/tradeshow in the world, this huge event attracted over 2,500 exhibitors. Exhibits occupied over 800,000+ square feet in the Venetian EXPO and Caesars Forum.

If you watch just one episode of Shooting USA TV this year, this might well be a top choice. This episode has very good coverage of products from leading manufacturers including Colt, Smith & Wesson, Kimber, Ruger, Taurus, Les Baer, CMP, Luth AR, GA Precision, Hogue, Hornady, Integrix, FosTec, MCS and more. CLICK HERE for the February 18, 2026 SHOT Show episode highlights.

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Shooting USA SHOW TIMES: This Shooting USA Episode airs Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 9:00 PM Eastern and Pacific; 8:00 PM Central on the Outdoor Channel. If you miss the regular broadcast, you can stream the show online at any time on Vimeo for $0.99 per episode.

More SHOT Show 2026 Videos

Interested in more SHOT Show 2026 product coverage? Here are videos that cover new rifles, new pistols, plus the impressive new Nightforce NX6 line of scopes. The first two videos, covering new rifles and pistols, are hosted by True Pearce, a skilled shooter and GunsAmerica Digest Editor-in-Chief.

New Rifles at SHOT Show 2026

New Handguns at SHOT Show 2026

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Nightforce NX6 Optics

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