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Avian-X announced an all-new lineup of waterfowl hunting packs for 2026, including the BA Backpack with 1,600 cubic inches of storage, a Floating Duffel Decoy Backpack with 11,500 cubic inches capacity, and a Floating Lumbar Blind Bag. The products were displayed at the SHOT Show in the GSM Outdoors booth.

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Vortex launched the Ace Ballistic Weather Meter, a precision tool featuring real-time ballistics, weather, and wind data with an intuitive interface. The device integrates with the Vortex Relay Network, connecting seamlessly with products like the Impact® 4000 Ballistic Rail-Mounted Laser Rangefinder and Talon HD 10K Ballistic Laser Rangefinding Binocular for enhanced long-range shooting capabilities.

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Elite Survival Systems, an American tactical gear manufacturer since 1979, has launched the TrailGuard Chest Pack, a low-profile concealed carry solution designed to resemble a binocular harness. The pack features a dedicated firearm compartment, multiple storage pockets, and is priced at $79.95, available through elitesurvival.com and retail partners nationwide.

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Streamlight, Inc. introduced the ProTac Rail Mount VIR PRO, a tactical gun light featuring 1,100 lumens of white light and infrared illumination. The multi-fuel light is compatible with MIL-STD-1913 and M-LOK rails, offering flexible programming options for law enforcement and tactical users with an MSRP of $400.00.

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MDT announces the HNT Buttstock as a standalone product in folding configuration, now compatible with XTN-based chassis systems including ACC Elite, ACC Premier GEN2, and LSS GEN3. The ultralight carbon-fiber buttstock features adjustable length of pull, cheek riser height, and titanium hardware for hunters and backcountry shooters.

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Friday, January 23, 2026

Benelli introduces the M4 EXT shotgun, featuring a 7+1 round capacity, 5-position collapsible stock, oversized bolt release, and three finish options including H2O, FDE, and Multicam Black. The tactical shotgun maintains Benelli's trusted Auto-Regulating Gas-Operated system with an MSRP of $2,599.

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Friday, January 23, 2026

Bond Arms' Snake Slayer is a compact, stainless steel defensive firearm designed for outdoor protection. Available in .357 Magnum/.38 Special and .45 Colt/.410 shot shell configurations with interchangeable barrels, it features a 3.5-inch barrel, extended rosewood grip, and safety mechanisms including a cross-bolt safety and retracting firing pins.

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RCBS announces the MatchMaster Multi-Cartridge Reloading Block, a precision-machined tool featuring DualFit design that holds both .223 Remington and .308 Winchester cartridge families. Machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminum and made in the USA, the block holds 50 cartridges and is now shipping with an MSRP of $78.74.

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