The December 2022 issue of Shooting Industry (SI) presents an early look at new-for-2023 products. This issue offers the first installment in SI’s 2023 New Product Showcase with items from 60 brands, including CZ-USA, Federal, Hornady, LEE, Ruger, Savage, SIG Sauer and more. The upcoming January 2023 and February 2023 SI issues will have additional New Product Showcase features.

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Along with the New Product Showcase, the December 2022 Issue of Shooting Industry has many other articles of interest. There’s a good preview of SHOT Show 2023, along with an analysis of the reloading product shortage — why brass, powder, and primers are in still in short supply. For FFLs there is a helpful article explaining how to prepare for ATF inspections. CLICK HERE for FREE December 2022 Digital Edition.

PICK SIX — Six Notable New Products

Here are six notable new items from SI’s December Issue New Product Showcase. CLICK HERE to see more products from the December 2022 Showcase.

MDT XRS CZ 455 Chassis

The MDT XRS CZ 455 chassis is a PRS-style chassis for the popular CZ 455 rimfire rig. Each XRS chassis is constructed from a full-length CNC machined core of 6061 aircraft grade aluminum with high-strength textured polymer surface panels. The chassis employs a precision aluminum V-block bedding system that fits the CZ action well. This chassis can be enhanced with other MDR accessories, including MDT XRS weight-compatible fore-end, enclosed fore-end, and MDT XRS TIMBR kit. The XRS chassis features a detachable grip system, with both an angled grip and a vertical grip included.

Savage Impulse Mountain Hunter Straight-Pull Light Rifle

Savage’s Impulse Mountain Hunter is a light-weight, straight-pull hunting rifle with an aluminum action. Reduced weight is a boon for big-game treks. The key feature on the Impulse Mountain Hunter is the PROOF Research carbon fiber-wrapped stainless steel barrel with muzzle brake. Other features include: user-adjustable AccuTrigger; removable, multi-positional bolt handle; one-piece 20 MOA rail; adjustable LOP; and two-position tang safety. Impulse Mountain Hunters with 22″ barrels are offered in .308 Win, 6.5 Creedmoor, .270 Win, and .30-06 SPRG. Longer 24″-barrel versions are sold in 300 WSM, 6.5 PRC, 28 Nosler, 7mm Rem Mag, and .300 Win Mag chamberings.

EAA MC P35 OPS Optic-Equipped Pistol

EAA Corp. has a new 9mm handgun with a host of upgrades. The new EAA MC P35 OPS pistol features an EAA FAR-DOT red dot rear sight (factory installed), fiber-optic front sight, G10 grips, extended beavertail, straight trigger, beveled mag well, plus a integrated accessory rail. The red dot is directly mounted to the pistol and does not require an adaptor plate. The pistol is compatible with various Holosun optics.

Mantis BlackbeardX Training System

The Mantis BlackbeardX system combines the MantisX and Mantis Blackbeard training products. BlackbeardX goes beyond a shot timer — it includes motion-based analysis of the user’s efficiency in a high-speed, multi-target engagement. It analyzes the user’s economy of motion across multiple dimensions, giving real-time feedback on where and how they can improve. BlackbeardX connects to the existing MantisX App via Bluetooth. This Blackbeard X system offers a new capability called “dynamic shooting analysis”.

NEW Kiger-9C from Anderson Manufacturing

The Kiger-9c is the first-ever handgun produced by Anderson Manufacturing. This 15+1 striker-fired pistol features a modern-designed polymer frame, with over-molded front and rear slide rails. The slide and barrel are DLC-treated for corrosion resistance. Other features include Picatinny rail and texturing on both frame sides. The new Kiger-9c is compatible with most GLOCK 19 Gen3 aftermarket components.

Hornady 7mm PRC Factory Ammunition

The 7mm PRC (Precision Rifle Cartridge) is becoming popular with hunters and long-range shooters. Hornady says the 7mm PRC “provides accuracy, consistency and long-range performance by delivering long, heavy-for-caliber bullets in a standard long action”. Hornady loads 7mm PRC amo with temp-stable, Magnum-speed propellants for consistent velocity and longer barrel life. Hornady 7mm PRC ammunition is offered in these types: Outfitter, 160gr CX bullet; Match, 180gr ELD Match bullet; and Precision Hunter, 175gr ELD-X bullet. A variety of reloading accessories and components are also available for the 7mm PRC.