POF Revolution DI - The Lightweight 308 Wonder

The Retay RA 1522 is presented as an affordable, AR-style .22LR rifle, ideal for budget-conscious shooters and as a training tool. It features ambidextrous controls, a quad rail handguard, and a suppressor-ready barrel, offering significant value for its street price of around $300. The rifle is lightweight and easy to operate, making it suitable for range fun and familiarization with AR platforms.

The Palmetto State Armory Sabre-25 is a new .308 rifle introduced at SHOT Show 2026. It features a 20-inch cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel with a 1:10 twist, ambidextrous controls, and a full chrome BCG. The rifle is designed for compatibility with other slant-cut .308 receivers and includes a gate-lock compatible muzzle device. Release is planned for later this year.

This review introduces the Ruger Carbon X-22, a modern iteration of the classic 10/22 platform. The rifle features a lightweight carbon fiber barrel, an M-LOK handguard for accessory customization, and a modular stock. It's presented as a versatile option for beginners, training, hunting, and plinking, benefiting from the extensive 10/22 aftermarket.

This review details a 30-day test of the Daniel Defense DD4 V7 SLW, highlighting its lightweight design, accuracy, and soft shooting characteristics. Key upgrades include a fully ambidextrous lower receiver and an enhanced trigger. The rifle features a 14.5-inch CHF barrel pinned to a 16-inch legal length with a Dead Air muzzle device, and a 13.5-inch MFR rail. Despite a minor cosmetic gap between the handguard and receiver, its performance and features are highly praised.

Elliott Delp introduces the Global Ordnance Monolith, a unique AR-15 variant featuring a Direct Impingement (DI) system and a folding stock, a combination rarely seen on standard platforms. The DI system contributes to a slimmer front end and reduced weight compared to piston-driven alternatives. The rifle showcased also features custom aesthetics and a Holosun optic, presenting a distinct option in the AR-15 market.

This review from Honest Outlaw presents five firearms ideal for apocalyptic scenarios, emphasizing accuracy, reliability, and durability. The selections range from a concealed carry handgun (S&W M&P Shield Plus) to a .308 rifle (HK MR762A4), with an AR pistol, 9mm PCC, and 12 gauge shotgun filling out the list. The instructor's decade of experience and extensive video catalog lend significant authority to these personal picks.

This video features a former Navy SEAL, Jeff Gonzales, providing expert feedback on a home defense AR-15 build. He critiques the rifle's accessories, particularly the sling, and emphasizes the importance of reliable optics and the benefits of a suppressor for indoor use. The discussion highlights practical considerations for effective home defense firearms.

The Beretta ARX-160, showcased at SHOT Show 2011, is a modular, piston-driven rifle featuring ambidextrous controls and tool-less disassembly. Its design emphasizes adaptability with multiple sling points, interchangeable magazine releases, and a quick-change barrel system. While currently limited to military/defense use, future law enforcement and civilian variants are planned.

Fostech unveiled a 20-round .50 BMG drum magazine for Barrett M107 and 82A1 rifles, constructed from billet machined aluminum. They also introduced the Fostech Rader, a lightweight .308 rifle featuring a proprietary magnesium aluminum alloy and ambidextrous controls. The drum mag is priced at $1599 with a Q3/Q4 availability, while the Rader rifle is expected around $3000 with a Q4 release.

Testing a Remington 158gr SJHP .357 Magnum load from a 16-inch Rossi M92 reveals impressive performance, achieving 1709.6 fps. The round exhibited significant fragmentation and penetration of 20.1 inches in ballistic gel, behaving more like a rifle cartridge due to its velocity. This challenges typical handgun round terminal ballistics expectations.