Category: New Guns of 2023

Anderson Manufacturing, a relatively young company within the firearms realm, released the Kiger-9C Pro pistol at SHOT Show 2023, as an upgraded version of its Kiger-9C pistol. The compact Kiger-9C Pro pistol is said to bring versatility to your everyday carry.

The Kiger-9C Pro was supposedly developed with feedback from consumers in mind. It has the polymer frame from the Kiger-9C with the optimized beaver tail, aggressive texturing, undercut trigger guard, and a Picatinny rail that is forward on the frame under the barrel. The frame updates give enhanced controls, and the Pro version has an extended magazine and slide release.

Chambered in 9mm, the striker-fired Kiger-9C Pro is a short-recoil operated semi-auto pistol with a 416 stainless steel barrel and slide. The slide is skeletonized for a reduction in weight with three ports on each side and one on top, all located frontside. The rear sides of the slide have serrations for ultimate handling and easy manipulation.

The frame has an aggressive stippling grip, slide texture, and cuts, the user can be confident in the grip regardless of the conditions. Additionally, the frame rails are over-molded to enhance the overall rigidity. Between the frame and the fluted, crowned barrel give it better muzzle velocity and accuracy.

The Kiger-9C Pro steel slide boasts a suppressor-heigh front with a dovetail rear sight. On top of that, the Pro is optics-ready with a Ruggedized Miniature Reflex (RMR) pattern optic cut on the slide. The Pro has a fluted 3.91” long barrel with a DLC-coated barrel with a recessed crown. The steel chemistry combined with the SLC coating makes it strong, heat resistant, and durable.

The pistol has overall dimensions that make it perfect for everyday carry. At just 7” long, 5.5” tall, and 1” wide, it’s compact and discreet. With all these features of the Kiger-9C Pro, the overall package weight is just a pound unloaded, and just 1.6 pounds fully loaded with a 15+1 capacity.

The Anderson Manufacturing Kiger-9C Pro comes from the company with a 15-round magazine, carrying case, target, and a lifetime warranty. It has an MSRP of $539. It also appears that the company has a suppressor-ready (SRS) series Pro coming soon that will have a threaded barrel.

Glock has added a few models to its Gen 5 line-up, including the 9mm G47 and variants of the G20 in 10mm and the G21 in .45. Shown initially at SHOT Show 2023, the Gen 5 models are readily welcomed by consumers, some of which have been waiting for these updated models for over 10 years.

The Glock 21 was initially released in 1990 and had its last update in 2011, essentially frozen in time since then. Glock seemed to be following market trends since then and focused more on the smaller framed 9mm, but what some have seen as a resurgence of large framed pistols, has breathed a fresh breath into the larger full-sized framed 10mm G20 and the .45 G21 pistols.

So, what got updated on the Gen 5 Glock 21?

According to Glock, all the Gen5 qualities are present in this compact-sized pistol. The G21 Gen5 MOS has improved accuracy, lighter recoil, and is ready to accept an optic on the slide. The G21 has dropped the finger grooves on the grip but added a flared magwell and a standard ambidextrous slide-stop lever.

It has a barrel a little over 4.5” and an overall weight of just under 26 ounces unloaded. Although the G21 Gen5 MOS does not have the freshly announced flat-faced Glock Performance Trigger, its trigger does have a smoother pull and an improved reset when compared to previous models.

The G21 Gen5 MOS pistol has the nDLC surface finish on the major metal components that give the pistol unmatched hardness and rust resistance. The frame has a high traction texture for a better feel and grip on the hand. The pistol also features a reversible magazine catch that can be quickly changed, and the Glock Modular Backstrap System (MBS) so the shooter can adjust the fit of the pistol to their hand easier.

To help round out the features on the Gen5 Glock 21 is the MOS portion standard from the factory, which stands for Modular Optics System, meaning it’s optics-ready out of the box. So far, the G21 Gen5 MOS is one of only a few .45 ACP pistols in the Glock catalog that have the MOS standard. Initial reports state that the Gen5 MOS pistol will come with the No. 2 optics plate that is compatible with Trijicon, Ameriglo, and Holosun patterned red dots, with other plates available from Glock.

The Gen5 Glock 21 MOS has a 13-round capacity with Glock’s Safe Action System and the high visibility orange magazine followers. The G21 Gen5 MOS pistol is available with an MSRP of around $650.

Looking for a new truck gun, home defense firearm, or range gun? The latest from Smith & Wesson checks all those boxes and more. It’s the Smith & Wesson M&P FPC, a pistol caliber carbine boasting a host of features, all designed to improve performance and versatility. The M&P FPC is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and well suited to a broad range of uses. Interested? Read on.

Smith & Wesson states the M&P FPC beautifully showcases the company’s new, compact, folding design. Thanks to the way the gun is designed to fold, it’s even easier to transport or tuck away in tighter spaces, such as for use as a truck gun.

The gun ships with one 17-round and two 23-round magazines, giving shooters options right out of the box. There’s no scrambling to find a magazine with this gun, either, thanks to storage space for mags within the stock that features a quick-release latch. With the M&P FPC, reloads are even faster, and you have the ability to always have a spare mag on hand when you need it most.

This is a gun that offers fantastic cross-compatibility, too. According to the gun maker, the M&P FPC is compatible with M&P full-size and compact pistol double-stack magazines, making it even more versatile. In addition, every gun ships with a carrying bag with a variety of storage options and Velcro straps for security and accessibility.

Features of the Smith & Wesson M&P FPC include:

• 9mm chambering.
• Ships with both 17 and 23-round magazines.
• Folding design for portability and storage.
• Compatible with compact and full-size double-stack M&P pistol magazines.
• 16.25-inch barrel.
• Blowback action.
• Threaded barrel for easy addition of muzzle devices.
• Picatinny rail runs length of the handguard for easy addition of optics and magnifiers.
• M-LOK compatible handguard for aftermarket accessories such as lights and lasers.

This is a purpose-driven gun with fantastic applications for self-defense use. And, of course, it’s also a great option for range use and could even be used to hunt pests and varmints.

MSRP for the Smith & Wesson M&P FPC is set at $659.00.

Sig Sauer has expanded the MCX series of rifles to include the commercial version of the U.S. Army’s XM7 rifle in the MCX-SPEAR rifle. The Army rifle is a part of the Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW) program. The civilian version has been eagerly anticipated since the NGSW program was announced. The MCX-Spear currently is available in 7.62 NATO and 6.5 Creedmoor, with 277 SIG Fury coming later.

“The SIG SAUER-MCX family of rifles has become synonymous with innovative engineering and premium quality in a reliable and proven carbine.” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales. “The next generation has arrived with the new MCX-SPEAR, offering enhanced AR-10 capabilities in the MCX platform for the first time on the commercial market.”

According to Sig, the MCX-SPEAR is an adapter multi-caliber rifle packed full of features the end-user would expect and want. The SCX-SPEAR features a rear and side non-reciprocating charging handle for the ultimate flexibility in shooting positions and optics options with the gas-piston system. The system also features a two-position adjustable gas valve for shooting suppressed or non-suppressed. The rifle is suppressor ready with the Sig SLH and SLX suppressor-ready QD mount flash hider.

The MCX-SPEAR has fully ambidextrous controls with bolt catch, bolt release, and other fire controls. The rifle has a lightened free-floating M-LOK handguard with a full-length Picatinny rail for the attachment of accessories. Additionally, the system has integrated stainless steel QD mounts in the lower receiver for a fast and easy way to attach a sling.

Rounding out the features of the Sig MCX-SPEAR rifle is a 6-position folding Magpul SL-M stock, a two-stage Matchlite Duo trigger, and ships with one 20-round magazine. The MCX-SPEAR also has a user-interchangeable barrel to swap between calibers easily.

According to the Sig Sauer company website, the rifle will be available in full-length, short-barreled, and pistol lengths. Barrel lengths will range from 16” for the full-length down to 13” for the SBR and Pistol versions. All weapons have a coyote tan anodized finish.

Fletcher Rifle Works, a relative newcomer to the industry has a game changer for the rimfire world with the OpenTop 11/22 receiver and standalone rifle. Making its debut at SHOT Show 2023, the design is packed with innovations.

The Fletcher OpenTop 11/22 solves a problem that has long plagued Ruger 10/22 owners and shooters—how to easily and efficiently clean and maintain the receiver. The design features a top plate that easily removes to give the owner quick access to the receiver to do just that. In addition, the OpenTop 11/22 receiver is compatible with the same parts, barrels, and triggers as the original Ruger.

Stand-Alone Receiver

The OpenTop 11/22 receiver is CNC machined from solid billet aluminum for sturdy construction and features stainless steel pins, springs, and detents. With the OpenTop design, removing the top plate is as simple as removing the retaining pin and sliding the cover off. With the other 10/22 design, the user has to remove the stock, punch out the trigger pack, and contend with the charging handle spring and bolt. The 11/22 design is a much simpler approach.

The potential drawback with the open-top design is mounting optics. The company reportedly has a couple of options as a remedy. The first is a Picatinny rail constructed from the same billeted material as the receiver for a uniform look and zero shift. This option is great for red dots or iron sights. The second option is still under development—a cantilever Picatinny rail integrated into the top slide for longer optics.

A neat feature of the receiver is a cleaning hole in the back of the receiver for use with a traditional cleaning rod. All without needing to disassemble the receiver from the stock. The receiver is available in either a black anodize or a gun metal finish for $250.  A Cerakote option is also available for $350.

Rifle

OpenTop 11/22 Rifle is a complete package that includes the OpenTop 11/22 receiver, as discussed above. The rifle receiver is attached to a Magpul Hunter X-22 stock and features a polished steel target match bolt with an improved firing pin design. The barrel is a TacSol 16.5” fluted lightweight barrel that has an anodized aluminum sleeve. It is threaded 1/2×28 with a corresponding thread protector.

The rifle has a Ruger BX trigger, with a clean break of around 2.5-3 pounds. The OpenTop 11/22 rifle also has an improved shock-absorbing recoil buffer pin and a skeletonized charging handle. It ships with two 10-round magazines. The rifle weighs just 4.4 pounds and there supposedly is a takedown model in the works. The OpenTop 11/22 rifle has two options for stock colors and receiver colors. MSRP is $875.

Vudoo Gun Works, a smaller family-owned firearms manufacturer, has expanded its offerings to include two more families of firearms: the Mobias and Morpheus platforms. The Vudoo Mobius is a 1911-style pistol while the Morpheus is a centerfire rifle based on the Remington 700.

Vudoo Mobius

According to Vudoo, to arrive at the Mobius design they literally turned the firearm inside out. Partnering with an aerospace company for the production of key pieces, the production of the Mobias 1911 takes a fraction of the time of traditional 1911, allowing for a lower price point. Typically, hand-fitting the pistols takes the longest time, but thanks to the tight tolerances from the manufacturing, proper assembly and function happen faster. According to the company, the advancements in the process lead to precise and reliable pistols with a smooth fit and finish. The Vudoo Mobius is available in different trim packages, but the pistol stays the same throughout.

The Mobius 1911 pistols feature an ambidextrous safety, flared magwell, and a fiber optic front sight. Most models are available in either .45ACP or 9mm, with a .22lr model coming soon. The Classic Stainless 1911 has a Novak LoMount adjustable rear sight with a plain black front blade. It also features Vudoo Rosewood Double Diamond grips, and two stainless steel magazines to go along with the all-stainless steel construction.

The Classic Black Mobius has a black nitride frame and slide with Vudoo G10 Dirty Olive Grips. The Classic Black also features the Novak LoMount adjustable rear sight with a plain black front sight and two stainless steel magazines. The Two Tone Mobias 1911 pistol blends the best from both the Classic models with a pleasing contrast. The Two Tone has Novak LoMount adjustable rear sight with a fiber optic front blade and Vudoo G10 Black Slant carbon fiber grips. All models of the Mobias 1911 pistol have an MSRP of $2,995.

Morpheus

Partnering with American Rifle Company to produce the Morpheus action, the rifle is reported to be ARC’s best action with all of Vudoo’s styling on the outside.

Building off the Remington 700 footprint receiver, the Morpheus has an integral recoil lug and an integral 20-MOA rail. The rifle also features a three-lug, 70-degree bolt with interchangeable floating bolt heads that can be used with rifles from .223 up to .338 Lapua.

The receiver of the Morpheus will work with AICS magazines, but it is optimized for AW magazines. The magazines will reportedly have a hard stop against the bottom of the receiver preventing any interference with the bolt. The Morpheus will also have a controlled-round-feed extractor and a patented pivoting bolt handle which are designed to easily pull stuck cartridges from the chamber. If you aren’t a fan of the pivoting bolt handle, it can be easily swapped out for a fixed handle that converts it to a conventional cam extraction for sensitive triggers.

The trigger hanger of the Morpheus is compatible with all Remington 700 triggers so customization is a breeze. The feed can also be switched from controlled-round to push-feed. Additionally, the entire bolt has a toolless disassembly making the rifle easy to use, maintain, and customize for the end user.

The Morpheus rifle is not on the market as of yet, but was debuted at SHOT Show 2023. It has a target release of May 2023. No word on pricing as of yet, but if the action stand-alone pricing is any indication ($899 from American Rifle Company), it won’t be on the cheap side. Vudoo is rumored to have other models in the works, but the Morpheus will initially be offered in 6 Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, .308, and .223.

Shadow Systems, the Texas-based pistol maker, has expanded its 9mm offerings to include a subcompact pistol with an integrated compensator with the CR920P. This is an upgrade from the CR920 pistol and features a self-locking, self-indexing compensator.

The CR920P does not have a threaded barrel, instead, it has the built-in patent pending compensator. This is to help skirt any issues where end users are forbidden from having a threaded barrel. One of Shadow Systems’ goals with the CR920P was to make use of the space in the attachment with the compensator, without a threaded barrel, that would allow the CR920P to fit into a Glock 48 holster. Thus, the subcompact 13+1 capacity CR920P was born.

The CR920P is built on the CR920 frame and has a slide that features directional serrations in the front, rear, and top of the slide. On the top of the slide sit steel sights featuring a tritium front with the patented Shadow Systems multi-footprint optic cut. The cut allows for direct-to-slide mounting of many brands of mini-red dot sight optics.

Shadow Systems also wanted reliability with its integral compensator design. Using standard-weight factory springs and many different bullet weights, the company tested samples of the pistol over thousands of rounds without cleaning, noting no loss of reliability or carbon lock-out. On top of that kind of performance, the compensator was still just as easy to remove at the end of the testing as it was in the beginning.

Inside the slide is a match-grade, spiral-fluted barrel attached to the machined carbon steel compensator, both with a black nitride finish. The CR920P also features a stainless-steel guide rod and flat-faced trigger. The trigger is also drop-safe and has a 4.5-5.0-pound trigger pull with a crisp and tactile reset.

Noting that recoil reduction can be subjective, Shadow Systems reports that its test shooters reported a 40% reduction in muzzle rise, thanks to the compensator that doesn’t have side ports eliminating the blast being directed at bystanders. The CR920P ships with two magazines, one 13+1 magazine and one 10+1 flush magazine, with magazine extensions available for purchase, and a zipped pistol rug.

The CR920P should arrive in spring 2023, and along with it will be a better idea of pricing as none has been mentioned by Shadow Systems. Some reports have the price near $1,100.

Sig Sauer has added another member to the already extensive P365 family tree with the P365 XMacro TACOPS model. This 9mm compact pistol takes the P365 in a slightly different direction.

When the P365 XMacro came out late in 2022, it was originally supposed to be a 15-round capacity pistol. But according to Sig, when the process got started, the company took it further to be a ported 17-round pistol. Sig was able to incorporate the high-capacity magazines but keep the original height of the P365. Now Sig has taken that design and removed the slide ports for compensation and a few more magazines to give the market the Sig P365 XMacro TACOPS model pistol.

The P365 XMacro TACOPS, at its core, is a macro P365, with some great features. One of those features folks seem to really like is the extended slide lever. The lever, which according to Sig, won’t cause interference issues with concealed carry holsters. Additionally, the XMacro TACOPS model has the added magwell, like the previous XMacro pistol. The magwell, combined with what looks like the XL slide on the compact frame, gives you a smaller pistol with a decent-sized grip. Go figure.

Sig stated the P365 XMacro TACOPS is a shooter-focused pistol with the most rounds possible. The 17+1 capacity magazine, of which the consumer receives four, helps deliver on that focus. The XMacro TACOPS reportedly comes from Sig with the reliable RomeoZero series optic, taking the pistol’s performance up a notch.

While the pistol does not come with a threaded barrel, Sig stated that not all carry weapons need to be super tactical. The pistol does, however, have a 1913 rail for lights or accessories, and the four magazines that can be used across the P365 family line according to the company. The P365 XMacro TACOPS 9mm pistol from Sig is not on the market just yet (supposed to land in early February) but it is rumored to have a price of around $750-$800.

Browning has seriously upgraded its offering for 2023 to include four X-Series bolt-action rifles, 15 shotguns, and three additional models of the Buck Mark rimfire pistol. With so many options, you’re sure to find something you want.

Browning X-Bolt Target Rifles

The first Target bolt-action rifle is the Pro McMillan model. This rifle is optimized for long-range target shooting and competition. It has a heavier receiver and a threaded, fluted stainless steel barrel with a Recoil Hawg muzzle brake. It also features a Target DLX trigger, an extended bolt handle, and the adjustable McMillan A3-5 carbon fiber stock. The X-Bolt Target Pro McMillan has an MSRP of $4,129.99.

The next X-Bolt Target bolt-actions are the Max and Lite Max models. These models are also optimized for long-range shooting and competition, like the Pro model. It features similar furniture and components as the Pro model, but the Max and Lite Max models have an adjustable Max composite stock. The Lite Max has a different barrel profile and a weight 12 ounces lighter than the Max. The Max model has an MSRP of $1,729.99 and the Lite Max has an MSRP of $1,779.99.

The last expansion to the X-Bolt line of bolt-action rifles is the X-Bolt Speed Suppressor Ready. As the name would imply, this model of the X-Bolt rifle is suppressor ready with a match-grade, fluted sporter weight barrel. The X-Bolt Speed Suppressor Ready rifle has a composite stock with the OVIX camo pattern and Smoked Bronze Cerakote metal finish. The rifle has an MSRP of $1,429.99 – $1,529.99.

New Browning Shotguns

Browning has expanded its Shotgun family to include 15 new models. While we won’t go through every model in great detail, here are a few highlights:

The Citori High Grade 50^th Anniversary shotgun is a High grade over and under shotgun celebrating 50 years of its legendary namesake. The shotgun is designed for hunting and target shooting and features extensive receiver engraving with gold accents. It has a premium gloss oil finish on Grade IV Turkish walnut stock. It has an MSRP of $8,399.99

Cynergy has two models joining its family the Wicked Wing Auric and the CX. The Wicked Wing is an all-conditions over-and-under shotgun perfect for hunting. It has an ultra-low-profile receiver, camo composite stock, and Burnt Bronze Cerakote on the metal surfaces. The CX 20ga model is a crossover design with a 60/40 POI that is well-suited to both field and target activities. The Cynergy Wicket Wing has an MSRP of $2,579.99 while the Cynergy CX has an MSRP of $2,079.99.

The A5 series of shotguns got the biggest expansion. 

• A5 Wicket Wing in Auric
• A5 Sweet Sixteen in Vintage Tan
• A4 Wicket Wing Sweet Sixteen in Vintage Tan
• A5 Sweet Sixteen in Auric
• A5 Ultimate Sweet Sixteen
• A5 Wicket Wing Sweet Sixteen in Auric
• A5 in Auric

This line of hunting shotguns is great for birds from quail up to goose. Features vary by the model with many employing the Invector choke tubes. Prices range from just over $2,000 to up to around $2,400 MSRP.

The Maxus line of shotguns expanded with two models, the Maxus II Camo Auric and Maxus II Wicket Wing Auric. These are reliable gas-operated autoloading shotguns that have additional enhancements to improve performance, according to Browning. The Maxus II Camo in Auric has the Browning AURIC Concealment. Prices for these models are $2,049.99 for the Maxus II Camo and $$2,249.99 for the Maxus II Wicked Wing.

Next up in the shotgun family expansion is the Silver Field Auric and Silver Rifled Deer firearms. These two are autoloading shotguns, with the Silver Field built to perform with a wide range of loads while the Silver Rifled Deer has a barrel that has been optimized for slug and sabot ammo. The Field has a composite stock and forearm in the Auric camo pattern while the Rifled Deer model has the OVIX Concealment camo pattern. The Field has a price tag of $1,349.99 and the Rifled Deer has a price tag of $1,479.99 to $1,579.99 depending on features.

The last shotgun is the Gold Light 10 Gauge Field in Auric. This is a 10-gauge autoloading shotgun with a redesigned stock and forearm. It has a textured tripped and standard Invector interchangeable choke tube system and a four-shell magazine capacity. It has an MSRP of $1,999.99.

New Browning Pistols

Rounding out the expansion to Browning’s line-up are the Buck Mark pistol expansions. The first up is the Buck Mark Vision Black/Gold Suppressor Ready model with a Vortex Red Dot. According to Browning, it is an accurate .22lr autoloading pistol that features a lightweight Vision barrel, Vortex Crossfire Red dot optic, and a ½”x28 threaded barrel with a muzzle brake. It has a price tag of $1,079.99.

The next is the Buck Mark Hunter 5.9 pistol. The Hunter 5.9 Buck Mark has a machined alloy frame, and a 5.9” matte-blued bull barrel that is threaded ½”x28 for a suppressor. It has a co-witnessing fiber-optic front sight and windage adjustable rear sight. It too comes with a Vortex Crossfire red dog sight as well and a price tag of $899.99.

The last Buck Mark pistol is the Medallion Rosewood with a Vortex Red Dot optic. This model of the pistol is an autoloading pistol, like other Buck Marks, with a blackened stainless steel slab slide barrel and laminated rosewood-colored grips with a gold Buckmark. The front fiber-optic sight co-witnesses while the rear sight is adjustable for windage. The Buck Mark Rosewood Medallion .22lr pistol has an MSRP of $929.99.