Day One at SHOT Show 2009
We arrived early to see day one of the 2009 SHOT Show in Orlando, Florida |
Monday morning we arrived at the show before the shuttle busses started running so we could get started with the coverage ASAP
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The Orange County Convention Center was new to our crew since we've always attended SHOT in Las Vegas..
but we quickly learned it's easy (but large) layout
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Across the road at the other building a Surfing Convention was being held.. |
Attendees are welcomed at each
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The halls were large and seemed less crowded than Las Vegas..but it was still early
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Booth Babes at SHOT Show 2009
One of our requests each year (from website visitors) is 'More Booth Babes'. So here are some of the lovely ladies from various manufacturers and exhibitors that we met on Day one of SHOT Show 2009. |
Gun Broker
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AWC Systems
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T2 Tactical Training Systems
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Task Holsters
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Charter Arms |
Tapco |
Emerson Knives
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Troy
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American Tactical Imports
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The Burn machine
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Blackheart International
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Glocks at SHOT Show 2009
There were many exciting Glock pistol developments this year including a new texture made by Glock for the Glock G22 which is also a G22 RTF2. Ka-Bar also introduced a pistol bayonet on a blue Glock 22. Several Glock suppressors also on display |
The sales material for the Glock G22 RTF2 |
A view of the grip and backstrap |
side view of the new Glock RTF2 |
The slide on the RTF2 is also a new design.. so far I really like this more aggressive slide cut
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A last look (until we get to shoot one) |
GLOCK, Inc.
Smyrna, GA
770 - 432 1202
www.glock.com
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Glock Accessories at SHOT Show 2009 |
A few Glock suppressors on display
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My favorite Glock accessory from day one hands down is this mini bayonet that attaches to the light rail
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Another view of the Ka-Bar "pistol bayonet"
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Smith & Wesson at SHOT Show 2009 |
Stopping by the Smith & Wesson booth for a look at the M&P45 compact
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The S&W M&P45 full size and compact side by side
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Smith & Wesson featured a large banner welcoming us all to the show |
The S&W M&P AR15 rifles on display
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A new S&W M&P full auto Military / Law Enforcement rifle
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Another S&W M&P with dark earth furniture |
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Smith & Wesson
Springfield, MA
1-800-331-0852
www.smith-wesson.com
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A pink backstrap on a S&W M&P Pistol .. |
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FNH SCAR at SHOT Show 2009 |
The SCAR 16S
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SCAR H in 7.62x51 (.308)
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another SCAR |
The FN MK46 and MK48 |
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The banners at the FN booth feature their green models
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Another green rifle, a PS90, in OD green |
FN 2000Tactical
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FN 2000 'Standard' model
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the FN PS90 'Red dot'
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The FN PS90 Triple Black Rail
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A close up look at the FN red dot optic
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FNH USA Commercial
and Law Enforcement Sales
McLean, VA
703-288-1292
www.fnhusa.com
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MagPul at SHOT Show 2009 |
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The Magpul booth was different than last year, and had rifles available for inspection clearly marked with the new items and accessories
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Magpul Industries Corp
Boulder, Colorado
1.877.4MAGPUL
www.magpul.com
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The Magpul booth is a favorite of many attendees and most of the show it was difficult to get close to their displays
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Kel-Tec at SHOT Show 2009 |
The KelTec RFB Carbine. This RFB sports a Lepold optic, Surefire Light and foreward grip and suppressor.
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This Kel Tec REB 7.62x51 (.308) carbine is set up with a Trijicon ACOG optic, a Harris Bipod and accessory rails for other accessories like lights, lasers or forward grips
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From the KelTec Website:
Expect the first shipments by February 2009
RFB stands for Rifle Forward ejection Bullpup. This concept, enhanced by an improved tilting block breech, achieves over a foot of additional barrel at equal total weapon length.Furthermore, the stock and mechanism cross-section is similar to a conventional rifle, in stark contrast to existing bullpup rifles. The breech is separated from the shooters face by two layers of 1.6 mm steel, with gas expansion directed downwards.
The RFB is a gas-operated semi-automatic rifle in 7.62 mm NATO caliber. It accepts standard FAL type magazines. Barrels vary from 18” to 32”.
All controls are fully ambidextrous, the reciprocating operating handle can be switched to either side. The trigger mechanism has up to five individual adjustment . The safety disconnects the trigger and blocks the hammer action.
A MilSpec picatinny rail is attached rigidly to the barrel. No open sights are provided. A free floating, four sided picatinny forend or bipod can be attached directly to the barrel at the base of oscillation.
| TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS |
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Target |
Carbine |
| Weight unloaded (no magazine ): |
11.3 lbs |
8.1 lbs |
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40" |
26" |
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32" |
18" |
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10 or 20 FAL |
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1200m |
600m | |
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I'm sure few reports will be generated on the P3AT because so many new pocket .380s are hitting the market..but KelTec should have some solice that most of the 'new' pocket .380s compare themselves to the P3AT as the standard to compete with.
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This is a demo Keltec P-11 pistol in 9mm. It's yellow color is a prototype and not available for sale, but as a fan of colored firearms, I was given permission to take a few pics
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Would you buy a Yellow Pistol? What about for an airplane survival kit?
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Arsenal AK47s at SHOT Show 2009 |
The largest AK booth by far is the Arsenal booth
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Many well built rifles on display, stay tuned for a lot more from this booth |
ARSENAL INC.
Las Vegas, NV
702-643-2220
www.arsenalinc.com
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Simunition AK upper for the AR15 at SHOT Show 2009 |
An interesting AK related item that caught my eye was this 'AK upper' and stock for the AR15.
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The stock fits over the AR15 receiver extension (recoil spring tube) but looks like an AK stock
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This unique upper works like an AR, but looks like an AK (at first glance) which would be very effective during training
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The AK Upper for the AR15 / M16 is designed to shoot the Simunition training rounds
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Simunition® Operations
Avon, CT
1-860-404-0162
www.simunition.com
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MFI AK47 / AK74 Barrel mount at SHOT Show 2009 |
MFI had their AK light rail and bipod attachment point on display
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The MFI bipod mount looked strong and well made
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We will be looking more closely at this one in the future
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606-787-0022
http://www.mfiap.com
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Gun Digest Book of the AK & SKS at SHOT Show 2009 |
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The Gun Digest Book of the AK & SKS, A Complete Guide to Guns, Gear and Ammunition By Patrick Sweeney
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CONSUMER BOOKS DIRECT
Iola, WI
800-258-0929
www.krausebooks.com
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In The Gun Digest Book of the AK & SKS: A Complete Guide to Guns, Gear and Ammunition, best-selling author Patrick Sweeney gives the complete lowdown on the AK-47 and its variants. It's all here: tips on building an AK, choosing ammunition and accessories, keeping your AK perking for years to come, and much more. As a bonus, there's also a section dealing with the "other" great Soviet rifle, the Simonov SKS!
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More AKs at SHOT Show 2009 |
Took a quick pic of a VZ58 behind glass as we walked down an isle at SHOT Show
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Long Mountain outfitters was set up again this year, but again there was no one around to talk to.. so I'm not totally sure what they really do, or why they show off so many interesting AK varieties
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.380 pocket pistols at SHOT Show 2009 |
In 2009 a few more small .380 pocket pistols are being shown off at SHOT Show
Take a look at our Day Two page for more photos of the new small .380 pistols on display
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The Ruger LCP was a big hit at SHOT in 2008
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LCP is about the same in 2009
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I'm sure few reports will be generated on the P3AT because so many new pocket .380s are hitting the market..but KelTec should have some solice that most of the 'new' pocket .380s compare themselves to the P3AT as the standard to compete with.
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The Taurus TCP was the first one we photographed.. it has a unique shape |
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Here is a two tone (stainless slide with black frame) Taurus TCP with an extended magazine
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GPS devices at SHOT Show 2009 |
Of course Garmin has an elaborate booth for their various GPS units
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Brunton GPS devices
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Brunton at SHOT Show 2009 |
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Brunton
Riverton, WY
307-857-4700
www.brunton.com
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High quality outdoor gear with product lines covering cooking stoves, solar panels, GPS, Compass, Altimeters and a lot more
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Compass
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Compasses
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Headlamps
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Headlamps
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Compasses
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Altimeters / Weather Machines
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"100 years of serving backpackers, and more hits than Metallica"
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Power Converters
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"Most kids can find their friends on FaceBook, but can they find true north?"
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AWC Suppressors at SHOT Show 2009 |
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SWR Manufacturing, LLC
Pickens, SC
864-850-3579
www.swrmfg.com
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AWC Systems Technology
Phoenix , AZ
(623) 780-1050
www.awcsystech.com |
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AWC suppressor technology
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CheyTac Suppressors at SHOT Show 2009 |
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CheyTac, LLC
Arco, ID
256-325-0622
www.cheytac.com
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Advanced Armament Suppressors at SHOT Show 2009 |
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Advanced Armament
Norcross, GA
770-925-9988
advanced-armament.com
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Yankee Hill Machine Co Suppressors at SHOT Show 2009 |
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Yankee Hill Machine Co
Florence, MA
413-584-1400
www.yhm.net
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Wilcox Industries at SHOT Show 2009 |
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Wilcox Industries Corp
Newington, NH
603-431-1331
www.wilcoxind.com
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United Shield International at SHOT Show 2009 |
United Shield International
Traverse City, MI
231-933-1179
www.unitedshield.net
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Seer Police Helmets at SHOT Show 2009 |
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Super Seer
Evergreen, CO
(800) 645-1285
www.superseer.com
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Seer Helmet Camera for Motor & Tactical applications.
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First Choice Armor & Equipment at SHOT Show 2009 |
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First Choice Armor & Equipment
Spindale, NC
828-288-6680
firstchoicearmor.com
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GH Armor Systems at SHOT Show 2009 |
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GH Armor Systems
Dover, TN
866-920-5940
www.gharmorsystems.com
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MSA at SHOT Show 2009 |
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MSA
Pittsburgh, PA
412-967-3034
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Eagle Industries at SHOT Show 2009 |
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Eagle Industries was showing off their new Water Point line of hydration packs and bladders. These new designs allow the bags to be cleaned much easier
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Eagle Industries
Fenton, MO
636-343-7547
www.eagleindustries.com
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Night Stick at SHOT Show 2009 |
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NIGHTSTICK
by Bayco
Wylie, TX
469-326-9400
www.baycoproducts.com
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Outdoor Research at SHOT Show 2009 |
Storage Systems
Shelter Systems
GSA Products |
Outdoor Research
Seattle, WA
206-467-8197
outdoorresearch.com
Gloves and Mitts
Work Gloves
Flame-Resistant Handwear
Handwear Liners
Cold Weather Headwear
Rain Headwear
Sun Headwear
Bug Protection Headwear
Flame-Resistant Headwear
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Expedition Gaiters
Alpine Gaiters
Trail Gaiters | |
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