Small Arms Review Editorial Staff
B.E. Meyers
KIJI K1-3° and KIJI K1-10°
KIJI is the most powerful, modular, VCSEL-based infrared laser illuminator commercially available. A Class 3R laser device, similar to the illuminator performance of the B.E. Meyers MAWL-DA, the KIJI K1- 3° emits up to 150mw, and the KIJI K1-10° emits up to 350mw of flawless infrared laser illumination. Both models feature four programmable power levels and include beam diffuser options to quickly adjust beam power and divergence, ensuring the best irradiance on target for any situation.
As a modular infrared illuminator, KIJI supports a wide variety of use scenarios –from umbrella lighting interior structures, to punching out hundreds of meters on a SPR. KIJI is compatible and interchangeable with most common CR123 300 series white light bodies and mounts, offering near endless versatility in handheld, helmet, weapon, vehicle, or aircraft mounted applications. This laser illuminator is designed to be used with user-preferred and existing aftermarket mounting hardware or remote switching options –making mounting and adoption as simple as using the parts and switching you already know and train with.
The KIJI comes in two models. Combining the included 10° diffuser on KIJI K1-3° and the included 40° diffuser on KIJI K1-10°, KIJI provides users with flexibility in output, beam pattern, and mounting hardware. This makes KIJI is an extremely high-performing and low-cost laser illuminator capable of meeting any IR illumination scenario or platform requirements.
bemeyers.com / MSRP: $699
Ridgeline
DrOP
The Ridgeline Drop Offset, Pouch (DrOP) is designed to increase operator comfort by moving belt mounted magazine pouches lower and slightly offsetting them to clear body amor and provide greater range of motion during reloads. Designed and manufactured in the USA, the DrOP mounts to the belt using TekLok-style attachments, and is compatible with most pouch types (Tyr, HSGI, ESSTAC, GCode, etc. ) or any Kydex pouch using the TekLok mount pattern.
During testing and development, the DrOP endured multiple military free fall (MFF) and fast rope (FRIES) operations, as well as daily law enforcement patrol use, S.W.A.T. operations, and range use. Ships with BladeTech TekLok.
MSRP: $25 / ridgelineshooting.com
Studies and Observations Group
Pentagon XR LTE
Pentagon XR LTE, now 35% lighter, delivers a full-size combat folding knife that features a 3.6 inch cryogenically heat-treated stainless steel, wide spear point blade and ultra-grip G10 handle. Carbon fiber liners significantly reduce the weight, while SOG’s XR Lock enables smooth ambidextrous single-handed opening in three different ways with distinguishably solid blade-lock once open, with fixed-blade- like feel and confidence. The next level of enhanced capability, backed by Pentagon’s proven pedigree and guaranteed for life.
- Weight: 3.2 oz.
- Blade Length: 3.6 in.
- Closed Length: 4.77 in.
- MSRP: $210
- sogknives.com
SENTRY Tactical
EDC Holsters
SENTRY Tactical enters the holster market with five new inside-the-waistband holsters and magazine pouches. Using the latest polymer injection technology and thermoforming, SENTRY’s EDC holsters offer superior strength and flexibility with adjustable settings to create a perfect fit whether worn behind the back, appendix carry, or cross draw. Worn under a shirt or vest, SENTRY’s EDC holsters offer minimal printing, level 1 or 2 retention, and all carry the SENTRY lifetime warranty.
The SENTRY Inside the Pant/Tuckable Holster is a concealed carry holster thermoformed out of SENTRY’S proprietary Polyform material. Designed with level 1 retention the Tuckable holster employs SENTRY’s Drop Retention Safety Device, a semi-spherical protrusion that acts on the trigger guard to adjust the weapon draw resistance providing confidence in carry. A pre-formed sight channel prevents any catching while drawing or holstering. SENTRY’s innovative Rubber-Tech loop on the holster side, facing the body allows the user to customize the height and angle carry using the two available screws. Available in black for GLOCK Model, 43, S&W Shield 9/40, and SIG 320. MSRP: $49
SENTRY’s Angle Adjustable Belt Slide Holster allows for comfortable and secure belt-worn carry in an injection molded, adjustable retention holster. Ride height and angle are fully adjustable. Available in black or coyote brown for GLOCK Models G17, G19 and G43 with an MSRP: $65 to $80
No holster family is complete without a magazine pouch. SENTRY’s Injection Molded Double Mag Pouch is made from durable injection molded Polyform that features an adjustable angle belt clip, paddle and spring tension. Available in black for 9mm/.40 mags.
MSRP: $33 / sentrytactical.com
Savage Arms
110 Magpul Hunter
Savage is pleased to announce it has teamed up with Magpul to pair a premium aftermarket stock with Savage’s proven 110 action. The combination mates Savage’s reputation for accuracy with Magpul’s renowned versatility to create a unique 110 that’s ideal for any shooter.
“Magpul builds incredible accessories,” Jessica Treglia, Sr. Brand Manager at Savage Arms, said. “Their Hunter Stocks are a solid compliment for the versatility of the 110 action and barrel. But this is much more than an aftermarket stock. We’ve designed a 110 with a heavy barrel and durable coatings that match the look and feel of the Magpul Hunter Stocks.”
The 110 Magpul Hunter combines decades of 110 innovations. At the heart of the rifle is a factory blueprinted action with an 18-inch threaded heavy barrel. The Cerakote Tungsten finish prevents corrosion and exposure to the elements. The knurled bolt handle, adjustable length of pull, and comb height options from Magpul round out ergonomic improvements to this Model 110. Those features, paired with the user-adjustable AccuTrigger, allow for crisp, clean shots and Savage accuracy. These new rifles will be available in both left and right-handed configurations.
MSRP: $1049 / savagearms.com
MasterPiece Arms
DS9 Commander
MasterPiece Arms’ MPA DS9 Commander is a new, wide-body, double-stack 1911 pistol. All parts of the 9mm DS9 Commander Pistol are machined in the USA from barstock and billet and include no MIM, castings, or forgings. The components machined by MPA include the classic length light rail frame, TriTop slide, 4.25-inch MPA 416R stainless bull barrel, stainless steel beavertail/grip safety, stainless steel ambidextrous safety, stainless steel slide stop, firing pin stop, ejector, carry magwell, and 7075 black anodized aluminum grip.
The DS9 Commander Pistol also includes a Koenig hammer, sear, and disconnect, Wolff Springs, custom machined aluminum trigger shoe, a true one-piece stainless guide rod, and a 3.5-pound trigger pull. The FGW-style slide serrations with stepped inset create additional grip texture. Each pistol is hand-built, including hand lapping the frame-to-slide fit, and comes in a custom MPA single pistol case with two 126 mm MBX magazines.
MSRP: $2,999.99 / masterpiecearms.com
This article first appeared in Small Arms Review V26N4 (April 2022) |