by Since most of us couldn’t get out to Las Vegas to attend the 2012 SHOT Show, here is what we missed….in 90 seconds. I think these time lapse videos are really cool.
2012 SHOT Show
Wayne LaPierre At The SHOT Show
One of the things he said that caught my ear was the statement that this year could break the back of the Second Amendment if we don’t work to save it. While a bit of hyperbole, I do agree that this is a critical election year. Whoever is elected President will probably get to nominate at least one Supreme Court justice. With both Heller and McDonald as 5 to 4 decisions, this is a frightening thought.
2012 SHOT Show – Day 3, Gunblast.com
Jeff Quinn of Gunblast.com finishes up his reporting from the SHOT Show with this video. He starts with with 1911s from Cimarron Firearms in what has to be the ultimate BBQ gun – a chromed and engraved 1911.
Go to the link above to see still photos of more guns that the Quinns viewed on Day 3 of the SHOT Show.
2012 SHOT Show – Day 3, Downrange.tv
Michael Bane has finally bought his first handgun at the SHOT Show. It is the Sig P938 which is the slightly scaled up P238 in 9mm. Other things he mentioned were the new modular Mossberg shotgun and their tactical lever-action rifle.
You can see his whole report here.
2012 SHOT Show – Steyr
I will admit I am a sucker for Steyr products. I have an old Mannlicher-Schoenauer Model 1910 which is one of favorite rifles from the butter-knife bolt handle to the rotary magazine. Their new stuff isn’t bad either.
The guys from Guns and Ammo checked out the Steyr Aug A3 and the Steyr M-A1 pistol in .40S&W. I have never shot a bullpup so I can’t say whether I would like one or not. Nonetheless, the ease with which they were able to take off the barrel for cleaning was impressive.
2012 SHOT Show – Day One Recap From NSSF
Here is a recap of Day One of the SHOT Show from the NSSF itself. I know the Complementary Spouse would agree with the presenter’s recommendation to wear comfortable shoes.
2012 SHOT Show – Day 2, Downrange TV
Michael Bane continues his video coverage of the 2012 SHOT Show. Some of the items he featured for Day 2 are the Heizer Double-Tap derringer, lasers from Crimson Trace, Windham Weaponry, the Sig 938, and a knife from Remington that uses 1911 grips.
Speaking of Heizer, when I was in St. Louis over the holidays I passed a small industrial building near Arnold that said “Heizer”. I am wondering if this was where the Doube-Tap is made or some facility. I’m thinking a request for a factory tour may be in order.
2012 SHOT Show – Day 2, Gunblast.com
Jeff Quinn of Gunblast.com shows the things that caught his eye on day two of the SHOT Show. For 10mm fans, Para-USA is coming out with a 6″ barreled 1911.
For still pictures of more guns, go here.
2012 SHOT Show – Downrange TV, First Day Report
Michael Bane has posted a video on his impressions of the first day of the 2012 SHOT Show. He calls it the “Year of the .22LR” with everything from a M-1 Carbine by Chiappa to the Ruger SR22 to a .22LR version of the Sturmgewehr 44.
You can see it here.