Minnesota Firearm News

At SHOT Show 2026’s Staccato Range Day, 2 If By Sea Tactical had the chance to test Radian’s Ramjet + Afterburner system across several popular pistols, including Glock Gen 6 models, the SIG P365, and the Canik Prime. The upgrade immediately stood out for its ability to significantly reduce felt recoil without adding excessive length or upsetting the balance of the firearm—an especially important factor for everyday carry.

Rock Island Armory turned heads at SHOT Show 2026 with the debut of its new Pak-Out shotgun, a foldable pump-action design focused on compact storage without sacrificing familiar ergonomics. Available in both a full-length 18.5-inch configuration and a shorter, Shockwave-style variant, the Pak-Out folds down to fit easily into backpacks or duffle bags.

At SHOT Show 2026, Gestamen Arms unveiled the G9HSP pistol—an innovative new sidearm officially adopted by the Hungarian military. While Hungary is rarely associated with modern handgun innovation, the G9HSP breaks new ground with a modular design unlike anything currently on the market. Instead of a modular trigger group, Gestamen engineered a modular action system, allowing the pistol to be converted from striker-fired to hammer-fired in seconds without tools.

At SHOT Show 2026, some of the most exciting innovations weren’t found on the main floor, but in the basement—where small manufacturers push the boundaries of what’s possible. One standout was Gearhead Gunsmiths, which unveiled a civilian clone of the incredibly rare WWII-era Nambu Type 100. Originally developed by Japan in 1939, the Type 100 saw limited production, with fewer than 10,000 ever made and fewer than 20 known examples remaining in the United States today.

At SHOT Show 2026, AS Designs showcased its latest Super Safety and FRT-style trigger innovations, highlighting new ARC trigger systems and expanded offerings for platforms including AR-15s, HK/MKE firearms, the PSA JAKL, and Sig Sauer MPX/MCX. Designed to safely and legally simulate the feel and speed of full-auto fire, AS Designs’ triggers continue to push the boundaries of shooting performance while offering enthusiasts a practical alternative to heavily restricted machine

At SHOT Show 2026, ZEV Technologies and Magpul unveiled one of the show’s most innovative firearms concepts: the FDP folding pistol/SBR system. Designed as a compact, deployable pistol-caliber platform, the FDP combines enhanced stability, rapid deployment, and discreet carry in a unique folding chassis.