Category: New Guns of 2023

Mossberg, one of the leaders in precision bolt-action rifles, has an update to the Patriot family with the Patriot LR (Long Range) Tactical bolt-action rifle. The updated Patriot LR bolt-action rifle is available in the most popular long-range calibers: 6.5 Creedmoor, 308 Win, and 6.5 PRC.

Taking the proven Patriot platform, the Patriot LR Tactical has a twin-lug push-feed steel action with a medium bull barrel. The carbon steel barrel has an 11-degree match crown, a matte blue finish, and is threaded 5/8”-24 which is perfect for a suppressor. The barrel is 22 inches long for the 6.5mm Creedmoor and 308 Win models and 24 inches long for the 6.5 PRC model.

This Patriot LR Tactical uses the MDT Field Stock chassis system with the V-Block aluminum bedding for barrel stability and a Magpul M-LOK compatible forend with slots at the 3, 6, and 9 o’clock positions for mounting accessories easily. The stock also features an adjustable height comb height, done with the use of a tension knob, along with an adjustable length-of-pull with the use of the supplied spacers.

Mossberg employed a factory-installed 20 MOA Picatinny rail for extra elevation adjustment with optics. The Patriot LR Tactical uses the patented LBA (Lightening Bolt Action) adjustable trigger that has a two to seven-pound adjustment range. Also, on the LR Tactical rifle is an oversized bolt handle and a smooth-cycling fluted bolt.

The integrated magazine release lever sits forward of the oversized trigger guard. To round out the features of the Patriot LR Tactical rifle is an ergo-centric straight-wrist grip with texturing, swing swivel studs, and flat dark earth (FDE) finish.

According to Mossberg, the Patriot LR Tactical rifle from Mossberg is designed to enhance your long-range performance and accuracy by delivering precision and functionality. The LR Tactical uses AICS-style box magazines and each rifle has an MSRP of $1,085.

TacSol has expanded its takedown rifle offerings to include an option with an optic. The TacSol X-Ring VR Takedown Rifle with a Vortex Crossfire Red Dot is a lightweight .22lLR rifle that is sure to please.

The takedown rifle has the X-Ring TD threaded barrel and X-Ring TD receiver, both manufactured from 6061-T6 aluminum to keep the overall weight down. The X-Ring VR Takedown sits in a Magpul X-22 Backpacker stock and has a pushbutton and twist takedown motion that is quick and easy to perform. With the X-22 Backpacker optic mount on the barrel mean you won’t lose your optic zero from takedown and reassembly.

“This rifle is a great addition to our already outstanding rifle line up.” said Keith Feeley, TacSol Director of Brand. “With the excellent quality of the Vortex red dot and the Magpul mount, it only made sense to pair them with our rifles”.

The lightweight rifle package, weighing right under four pounds, is durable yet lightweight. The rifle has a left- or right-hand charging handle that can be adjusted to the shooter’s preference. Also, a part of the package is the dual guide rod system that gives smoother cycling. The X-Ring VR has a rear cleaning port that allows for cleaning without having to remove the barrel.

The 16.5” fluted barrel dissipates heat and is threaded ½”x28 that will accept a suppressor or a compensator with ease. It features a Chromoly steel bore and target crown that help give the barrel, and rifle, pinpoint accuracy. The X-Ring VR also has an extended magazine release for fast and simple magazine removal.

The Optic, a Vortex Crossfire Red Dot, has a 2 MOA dot that gives precise accuracy at extended distances and faster target acquisition closer. The scope rail is machined right into the receiver for easy attachment. The rifle also features an integral 15-minute-of-angle Picatinny style rail for additional optics in addition to the fiber optic front and rear sights that are adjustable.

The TacSol X-Ring VR Takedown Rifle with Vortex Crossfire red dot is great for plinking, target shooting, or hunting. It is available in matte gray or black and has an MSRP of $1650.

Polymer80’s components have a known reputation for being well-made and reliable, and their complete pistols have understandably taken off as well. The latest from the popular company are complete pistols in color-matched sets. This means gun owners now have the option to buy a complete Polymer80 pistol with a slide and frame that match rather than them having contrasting colors. The 9x19mm Parabellum pistols will be offered in a variety of colors and feature the same reliable details fans have come to rely on.

Polymer80 states their popular PFC9, PFS9, and PFSC9 complete pistols will now be offered as solid-colored guns in black, gray, cobalt, FDE (Flat Dark Earth), and ODG (OD Green). Now, each of those pistols is available with a slide that color matches the pistol lower. The complete pistols will be available with some optional features as well including optic cuts and threaded barrels.

The company strives to provide an innovative blend of ergonomics and useful features in its line of pistols which are designed to be shootable, reliable, comfortable, and concealable. All guns are made using high-strength reinforced polymer for superior durability and to enable them to withstand serious use.

Features include Polymer80’s aggressively textured grips to provide a firm grip regardless of the environment and a squared-off trigger guard. The slide has angled front and rear serrations to make manipulating the slide easier. The guns are designed with a clean, modern aesthetic and a heavy front chamfer for easy operation and holstering.

These pistols are all chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and have varying sizes and capacities. Whether you’re looking for a handgun for self-defense use, home defense, or range time, they have you covered. The PFC9 is a compact pistol, the PFS9 is a full-sized gun, and the PFSC9 is, of course, a sub-compact.

Loran Kelley, Polymer80’s founder and CEO, said, “We are excited to be able to offer color matching complete pistols for our Polymer80 customers. It’s been a busy year for P80 and this is the first of many new products we are excited to release moving forward.”

Features of the PFC9:

• Compact frame for easier concealment.
• 9x19m Parabellum chambering.
• Slide made from 17-4 PH Stainless Steel, 42 HRC, Black Nitride, for longevity and resistance to wear.
• Barrel made from 416R Stainless Steel, 42 HRC, with a SAAMI 9mm Match Chamber, 1:10 RH Twist Rate, SAAMI 6-Groove Rifling, Black Nitride for accuracy and overall solid performance.
• Overall length 7.17 inches.
• Overall width 1.18 inches, making it comfortable to grip even with larger hands.
• Overall height 4.75 inches without magazine inserts or optics in place.
• Empty weight 21.3 ounces.

Features of the Polymer80 PFS9:

• Full-sized gun for home defense or range use.
• 9x19mm Parabellum chambering.
• Slide made from 17-4 PH Stainless Steel, 42 HRC, Black Nitride to hold up to dedicated use.
• Barrel made from 416R Stainless Steel, 42 HRC, SAAMI 9mm Match Chamber, 1:10 RH Twist Rate, SAAMI 6-Groove Rifling, Black Nitride to enhance accuracy.
• Overall length 7.5 inches.
• Overall width 1.18 inches.
• Overall height 5.0 inches without magazine inserts or optics in place.
• Empty weight 22 ounces.

MSRP will remain at $599.00.

Choosing a firearm for defensive purposes is typically a matter of finding a reliable, accurate gun that’s the correct size and caliber for the situation. If you’re looking for a home defense or truck gun, you have more room to choose because it doesn’t have to be holstered. AR pistols and rifles come in quite useful for those applications, and Bersa has an entire lineup of new firearms that could easily become your next gun for your home or vehicle. The BAR15 and BAR9 series are AR rifles and pistols designed to Bersa’s exacting standards, and you should definitely check out these American-made guns.

BAR15

Bersa’s BAR15 line includes a trio of guns: a 7.5-inch barrel AR pistol and a pair of rifles with 16-inch barrels. All three BAR15 options are chambered in 5.56 NATO. The BAR15 7.5 inch 5.56 MFT is an AR pistol with some Mission First Tactical, hence the name MFT. The pistol has a 30 +1 capacity and ships with one MFT magazine. It has an overall length of 23.25 inches with the buffer tube at its shortest and 26.25 inches with the buffer tube extended. Bersa lists its empty weight as 5 pounds, 4 ounces, making it a nice, lightweight option for defensive or range use.

The Bersa BAR15 16-inch 5.56 Magpul has a Magpul MOE stock and pistol grip. This carbine length AR is shown with a 32.5-inch length with the stock collapsed and 35.75 inches with the stock fully extended. Thanks to the adjustable stock, this gun can be adjusted for length of pull according to the shooter’s needs. Features include a class III hard anodized finish for resistance to wear, a 1 in 7 twist rate, and an empty weight of 6 pounds, 4 ounces.

As for the BAR15 6 inch 5.56 MFT, it’s another carbine length AR with features quite similar to those of the other carbine in the line. However, it has Mission First Tactical furniture with a Minimalist stock.

BAR9

The company’s BAR9 line includes two AR pistols, one with a four-inch barrel and one with an eight-inch barrel. The first is the Bersa BAR9 four-inch with a compensator. This pistol is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and has a 30 +1 capacity with the included Bersa magazine. Features include a KAW Valley XL Slim 9mm Compensator, Magpul MOE+ pistol grip, and 1-in-10 twist rate. This model has an overall length of  21.5 inches with the buffer tube at its shortest and 24.25 inches with the tube at its full length.

Next up is the Bersa BAR9 eight-inch with compensator, another 9mm chambered AR pistol. This pistol shares features with the shorter-barreled BAR9, making the overall size the biggest difference between the two. The gun has an overall length of 26.0 inches with the tube at its shortest and 29.0 inches with the tube extended. Its empty weight is five pounds, 12 ounces.

MSRP for the BAR15 and BAR9 guns varies by specific model.