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The Sarsilmaz SAR 7/24 review reveals a steel-frame pistol that delivers Shadow 2-style performance without the premium price tag. Built on the proven CZ-75 pattern, the SAR 7/24 combines internal slide rails, all-stainless construction, modern optics compatibility, and aggressive ergonomics into one competition-ready package. Right away, the platform feels familiar. The SAR 7/24 uses the...

The SHOT Show 2026 handguns lineup brought serious heat to Las Vegas this year. From steel frame duty pistols to modular carry guns, manufacturers showed clear direction. Performance, optics readiness, and better ergonomics led the way. Even better, Sootch walks the show floor and goes through each of these pistols with company reps. Instead of...

SHOT Show 2026 long guns dominated conversations on the show floor this year, and for good reason. Instead of flashy concepts, manufacturers focused on rifles and shotguns that shooters will actually use—and this roundup shows exactly why. Mossberg Expands the Maverick Line with a Semi-Auto To start, the video opens at the Mossberg booth, where...

FAB Defense AMP conversion kit stands out at SHOT Show 2026 as one of those rare accessories that actually changes how you think about a handgun. In this episode of What’s Hot at SHOT, Sootch catches up with Itay Goldenberg from FAB Defense, and the conversation quickly turns into a hands-on look at modularity, control,...

Sootch catches up with FN’s Chris Johnson to introduce their newest entry-level handgun: the FN 309 9mm pistol which debuted at the Show. In this video, FN outlines how the 309 opens the door to the FN pistol lineup with an emphasis on ease of use, comfort, and value—without sacrificing performance or safety. Designed as...

FN next-generation SCAR rifles take the spotlight at SHOT Show 2026 in a detailed conversation between Sootch and Ben Voss from the show floor. In this video, Sootch and Ben break down how FN evolved one of the most iconic rifle platforms ever produced—focusing on real-world features, shooter-driven improvements, and practical benefits that matter on...

From the SHOT Show 2026 floor, Sootch caught up with Joe Kriz to take a closer look at one of the most anticipated handgun launches of the year — the new Sarsilmaz SAR 724 series, now officially available to the U.S. market. While some American shooters may recognize the brand from earlier U.S. imports under...

From iconic rimfires to a revived over-under and an all-new MSR platform, Sootch discovered the Ruger new firearms at SHOT Show 2026 as one of its most diverse and thoughtful product lineups in years. In this What’s Hot at SHOT interview, Tom Finch of Ruger and Marlin walks through the company’s latest releases. Each reflects...

Sootch caught up with Scott McGregor from Mossberg & Sons on the SHOT Show floor to highlight the brand-new lineup of Mossberg shotguns, including the 590R Chisel, 590RM Chisel, 990 SPX Magpul, 990 AfterShock SPX, and Maverick SA models. If you’re tracking what’s new in pump and semi-auto shotguns this year, this story gives you...

Smith & Wesson M&P Metal HD pistols took center stage on the SHOT Show floor when Sootch caught up with Dave O’Connor from Smith & Wesson for a hands-on walkthrough as part of our What’s Hot at SHOT 2026 video series. Shot live amid the noise and energy of SHOT Show, this conversation cut straight...

The 2025 best gun gifts for shooters deliver performance, reliability, and real-world value—and Sootch’s annual Holiday Gift Vault packs all of that into one powerhouse lineup. This year’s collection highlights trusted brands, new innovations, and gear built to elevate every range day, EDC setup, and hunting season. If you’re shopping for a shooter—or looking to...