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Next Revolution in Red Dot Optics

By admin May 6, 2023 No Comments

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Sig Sauer has officially launched the ROMEO-M17 red dot sight that was seen at SHOT Show 2023. The sight was originally developed in part with the Army’s Modular Handgun System and is designed specifically to fit the MHS M17/M18 pistols, M17/M18 Commemorative Special Editions, and M17/M18 Surplus pistols.

Sig ROMEO-M17 optic
Sig Sauer has officially released the ROMEO-M17 red dot optic that was shown at SHOT Show 2023. This cutting-edge red dot electro-optic was developed specifically for the US Military MHS M17/M18 pistols. (Photo credit: Sig Sauer)

“The fully sealed ROMEO-M17 is the next revolution in red dot optics; it answers the call to withstand the rigors of the battlefield and works seamlessly with the U.S. Army’s Modular Handgun System,” said Andy York, President, Sig Sauer Electro-Optics.

“The ROMEO-M17 is the first red dot sight to incorporate SIG SAUER’s patent pending SIG-LOC mounting system. SIG-LOC (Leveraged Optimized Connection) features a new proprietary bottom-mount technology that has multiple interface features between the pistol slide and the optic that provides for an extremely strong and robust lock-up. This new mounting system, when combined with the side mounted battery on the ROMEO-M17, allows the optic to have an extremely low position when mounted to the slide, giving the user a full sight picture and co-witness with the existing standard-height iron sights. This sight was engineered, tested, and built in Oregon to be the ultimate aiming solution for the MHS pistols.”

Fully Enclosed

The Mil-Spec electro-optics ROMEO-17 is a fully enclosed system that has been sealed and gas-purged. The 7075 Aluminum housing is machined with anti-reflection grooves to keep down glare, and it contains an integrated gas deflector in the front end. With the system being fully enclosed, Sig states the optic has ultimate protection from the elements.

Mounting

The ROMEO-M17 mounts differently than any other optic on the market. Thanks to the special cuts in the slide, the ROMEO-M17 mounts from the underside of the slide and is held in place with screws. This allows the optic to sit extremely low on the slide for easy co-witness with the standard height sights. At the present, the ROMEO-M17 is not compatible with the standard P320 or P320-M17/M18 slides, but Sig states those compatible slides will be coming soon.

Function

The optic itself is a high-efficiency point source red LED emitter with a 2 MOA dot/32MOA circle reticle. Independent brightness adjustment buttons on the exterior of the housing have tactile bumps, making them accessible to the user even when wearing gloves. Of the 15 brightness levels to choose from, three are optimized for use with Gen 3+ night vision devices. The side-mounted CR2032 battery compartment allows for changing out the battery without removing the optic.

SIG ROMEO-M17 optic on gun
The ROMEO-M17 red dot optic features a 2MOA dot with a 32MOA circle reticle. It mounts extremely low on the slide making it easy to co-witness with standard height sights. (Photo credit: Sig Sauer)

“The ROMEO-M17 is the pinnacle of pistol-mounted red dot optics, and we are immensely proud that it has been tested and selected to receive a NATO Stock Number (NSN) from the U.S. Army so this innovative technology and ruggedized performance is easily attainable and available to our warfighters,” concluded York.

The Sig Sauer Electro-Optics ROMEO-M17 is fully assembled in the USA and has an MSRP you’d expect from Sig at $809.99.

ROMEO-M17 Specs

  • Objective Lens Diameter: 24mm
  • Reticle: Circle dot with 2 MOA Red Dot / 32 MOA Circle
  • Lens Type: Asphere
  • Brightness Adjustment Settings: 15 (12 Day / 3 Night Vision)
  • Water Resistance: Submersible to 35 meters (115 feet)
  • Overall Length: 2.4 inches
  • Overall Width: 0.9 inches
  • Overall Height: 1.1 inches
  • Mounting Footprint: SIG-LOC MHS
  • Battery Type: CR2032
  • Battery Location: Side
  • Weight (w/o battery): 1.5 ounces

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H&K SFP9CC Micro-Compact: “One-and-a-Half Stack” 9mm

By admin March 8, 2023 No Comments

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Superior concealability is an important feature for many gun owners, and to get it many people spend significant time checking out subcompact and micro-compact pistols. If you’re interested in micros, you’ll be interested in the latest announcement from Heckler & Koch: the micro-compact SFP9CC.

This pistol is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and designed for fantastic concealability and consistent, reliable performance. It’s also the first micro of its kind for the renowned gun maker, making it even more interesting.

H&K SFP9CC
The H&K SFP9CC is the company’s first micro compact 9mm. (Photo credit: Heckler & Koch)

Heckler & Koch officially announced the SFP9CC at an event in Germany. Sketches and images have been strategically leaked, so this serves to confirm the belief that a micro-compact was coming. The SFP9CC is being described as a one-and-a-half stack pistol thanks to its capacity and overall design. This pistol is chambered in 9mm and offers numerous features designed for defensive purposes.

H&K SFP9CC
The micro-compact pistol is being produced for German law enforcement. (Photo credit: Heckler & Koch)

According to available information, there are two versions of the SFP9CC. The first is the standard model which is made with ambidextrous controls and offered with or without a Picatinny rail for accessories. Second is the Shape, a pistol created for specific contouring and comfort. The Shape doesn’t have ambidextrous controls because it’s made for deep concealment, but it does have a specially shaped slide and frame. Capacity for the pistols is 10 +1 with the flush fit magazine and said to be 13 +1 with an extended magazine.

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The gun is currently listed in a German catalog for law enforcement. (Photo credit: Heckler & Koch)

Features of the SFP9CC include:

  • SF or TR trigger. SF pull/reset is listed as similar to the VP9 with the TR heavier/longer.
  • Five backstrap sizes so the gun can be fit more precisely to the shooter’s hands.
  • Two magazine baseplates, flush and extended for a pinky rest.
  • Three possible magazine release options: paddle, button, heel release.
  • Charging support “ears” are available if desired to facilitate racking the slide.
  • Optics cut is available for those who want an optics-ready pistol.

MSRP for the Heckler & Koch SFP9CC is not known at this time. The gun is being made for German law enforcement at this time.

Kat Ainsworth Stevens is a long-time outdoor writer, official OGC (Original Gun Cognoscenti), and author of Handgun Hunting: a Comprehensive Guide to Choosing and Using the Right Firearms for Big and Small Game. Der Teufel Katze has written for a number of industry publications (print and online) and edited some of the others, so chances are you’ve seen or read her work before, somewhere. A woman of eclectic background and habits, Kat has been carrying concealed for over two decades, used to be a farrier, and worked for a long time in emergency veterinary medicine. She prefers big bores, enjoys K9 Search & Rescue, and has a Master’s Degree in Pitiless Snarkastic Delivery.

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Arex Delta Gray Wolf: Tactical Quality

By admin March 6, 2023 No Comments

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If you’re looking for a handgun designed with an eye for serious tactical applications, Arex, a Slovenian-based firearms manufacturer, might have something for you. The Arex Delta Gray Wolf is the latest addition to the gun maker’s Delta line and comes with a bevy of features to make it ideal for defensive purposes. This pistol is made to withstand serious use and outperform your expectations.

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Like other Delta Gen 2 guns, the Arex Delta Gray Wolf has a threaded barrel, among other tactical features. (Photo credit: Arex. Pictured here: Delta Gen 2)

According to Arex, this is a gun meant to be consistently reliable for tactical use, and it’s made to perform accurately whenever and wherever you need it. The Delta Gray Wolf features an extended threaded barrel, making it ready for muzzle devices whether you choose a suppressor or compensator. It has the same striker double-action trigger as the basic Delta GEN.2 model which, the company states, has proven itself to be a safer option than other designs, such as a fully-cocked single-action striker.

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The Arex Delta Gray Wolf has an enhanced mag well. (Photo credit: TFB)

Other features of the gun include a subtle gray finish, aggressive forward and rearward slide serrations, and an enhanced magwell. This gun is designed with a magwell that facilitates fast reloads and makes loading a magazine without looking easier to accomplish. The trigger guard is squared off and controls are ridged as needed for traction during use. A textured grip also gives shooters a more positive grip during live fire. There’s also an accessory rail in front of the trigger guard. Guns ship with standard adjustable rear and fiber optic front sights.

arex delta gray wolf
The threaded barrel is protected until the user chooses to add a different aftermarket device. (Photo credit: TFB)

MSRP for the Arex Delta Gray Wolf is not known at this time.

Kat Ainsworth Stevens is a long-time outdoor writer, official OGC (Original Gun Cognoscenti), and author of Handgun Hunting: a Comprehensive Guide to Choosing and Using the Right Firearms for Big and Small Game. Der Teufel Katze has written for a number of industry publications (print and online) and edited some of the others, so chances are you’ve seen or read her work before, somewhere. A woman of eclectic background and habits, Kat has been carrying concealed for over two decades, used to be a farrier, and worked for a long time in emergency veterinary medicine. She prefers big bores, enjoys K9 Search & Rescue, and has a Master’s Degree in Pitiless Snarkastic Delivery.

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SNEAK PEEK: Night Fision Fiber Optic Sights

By admin February 12, 2023 No Comments

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Night Fision, a Detroit-based manufacturer of advanced tritium insertion solutions, has a sneak peek of its next sight offerings, the Fiber Optic sights for Glock, Smith & Wesson, and Sig Sauer.

Nght Fision Fiber Optic Sights
Night Fision, a Michigan-based sights manufacturer, has given a sneak peek of its latest sights, the Fiber Optics sights. Available in two height options, it features a front fiber optic insert with a blank rear sight. The sights should be available in mid-February. (Photo credit: Night Fision)

The next iteration of the sights will be available in Standard Height and Optics Ready blade height. The fiber optics sights will have the color inserts of red and green, with a deeper red called Ruby coming soon after. In addition, the Optics Ready fiber optic sights, much like the Optics Ready Stealth line, will be a CNC machined steel sight body with serrations to eliminate glare along with smooth or beveled edges to minimize snag.

“This is something that we’ve been working on for awhile and cannot wait to release. Fiber Optic sights are something we haven’t done before, but not something we aren’t familiar with. These fiber sights offer clear visibility in all environment conditions. Middle of the night, foggy, rain? No problem,” says Rachel Maloney, Director of Marketing for Night Fision.

The Night Fision fiber optic sights have a blank square rear sight with a set screw to match up with the fiber optic front. The sights are set to hit the market in mid-February 2023 and more information regarding specifications and pricing should be available then.

Patti Miller is one of the most awesome females in the tactical/firearm (or any) industry. Imagine a tall, hawt, dangerous Laura Ingalls Wilder type with cool hair and a suppressed blaster and you’ll be getting the idea. What’s interesting is that in addition to being a willing brawler and intrepid adventuress, she’s also an Ent/Ogier level gardener and a truly badass baker.

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CMP Announces Training Opportunities for 2023

By admin February 7, 2023 No Comments

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The Civilian Marksmanship Program has scheduled their GSMM Master Instructor and CMP Range Officer training courses for 2023.  These courses are designed to offer learning opportunities on how to teach marksmanship, match regulations, and safety in a competition environment.

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The CMP announced new training opportunities for 2023. (Photo credit: CMP)

The GSMM Master Instructor training course teaches the fundamentals of marksmanship and match regulations in order for the student to become certified as a “master instructor” for the CMP’s sanctioned Garand, Springfield, Modern/Vintage military rifle, and rimfire rifle events. The cost of this one-day workshop is $135 and includes a notebook, thumb drive, sling, a CMP scorebook, and twenty dummy rounds of ammunition.

CMP-affiliated clubs are highly encouraged to send instructors for this additional training. The ideal candidate should be associated with clubs that need sanctioned rifle clinics, have marksmanship teaching experience, and experience in competing in the Grand, Springfield, Vintage/Modern rifle, or rimfire rifle events.

The CMP Range Officer training course is offered in a Level I and Level II stage. The Level I online course costs $75 but provides holistic training for all shooting categories. The student who successfully completes Level I can opt to move on to the Level II in-person one-day course for an additional $40. Level II is specialized around disciplines including high-powered rifle, bullseye pistol, and small-bore rifle. Topics include the firearms and equipment used, courses of fire, as well as event and safety regulation.

The course dates and locations are as follows:

GSMM Master Instructor Course

  • Butner, NC – April 28
  • Talladega, AL – June 7
  • Camp Perry, OH – July 21
  • Jericho, VT – September 16

CMP Range Officer Course (by discipline)

  • Phoenix, AZ – March 10 (HP rifle and Pistol)
  • Camp Butner, NC – April 28 (HP rifle and Pistol)
  • Talladega, AL – June 7 (HP rifle and Pistol)
  • Camp Perry, OH – July 7 (Smallbore/Rimfire)
  • Camp Perry, OH – July 9 (Pistol)
  • Camp Perry, OH – July 22 (HP Rifle)
  • Jericho, VT – September 17 (HP rifle and Pistol)
  • Talladega, AL – TBA (HP Rifle and Pistol)

For more information on the GSMM Master Instructor or Range Officer training courses visit thecmp.org or contact Kim Filipiak at [email protected].

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