Saying Goodbye to the SCAR - What I loved and hated.

Honest Outlaw's Chris reviews the top 10 firearms from SHOT Show 2026, highlighting genuine innovations and industry trends. Key releases include competition-focused pistols from Smith & Wesson and Steyr, updated platforms like the FN SCAR, and budget-friendly options such as the Mossberg Maverick 88 Semi-Auto and PSA's .50 BMG rifle. The show also featured advancements in modular handgun systems and optics.

This video from Classic Firearms highlights the top 5 new rifles at SHOT Show 2026. The FN SCAR series received significant factory upgrades, including non-reciprocating charging handles, full ambidextrous controls, and a new hydraulic recoil buffer system, making them softer shooting. The speakers demonstrate high technical authority, discussing proprietary calibers and military contract requirements.

FN America has announced the discontinuation of the SCAR 16, 17, and 20 platforms, affecting both RCH and NRCH variants. While parts and accessories will be supported for the foreseeable future, this move has sparked panic buying of magazines and rifles. Speculation suggests this may be to reallocate resources to new rifle lines or potentially a second-generation SCAR, with the SCAR 15P pistol variant continuing production.

This video from Exile Armory showcases a wide variety of firearms recently acquired, including rifles, pistols, and revolvers. Amber highlights specific models, calibers, and prices, featuring brands like Smith & Wesson, Ruger, Colt, Savage, and more. Several firearms are noted for their unique cerakote finishes, such as American flag designs. The store also mentions their ability to ship firearms and encourages potential customers to call for inquiries and pricing, especially for Sig Sauer models.

This video provides an in-depth look at the FN SCAR 16, discussing its piston-driven operating system, modularity, and proprietary components. The hosts highlight its clean operation, durability, and the ease of barrel swaps. While acknowledging its high cost and expensive aftermarket parts, they emphasize its performance and unique features compared to AR-15 platforms, making it a compelling option for those seeking something different.

This video from Exile Armory LLC showcases a wide variety of firearms available in their Weaver, Alabama store. The inventory includes new and used handguns, rifles, and shotguns from numerous popular brands, with specific models like the Ruger SBR 10/22, Dead Air Sandman-X suppressor, and various Smith & Wesson M&P and Walther PDP pistols highlighted. Pricing and key features such as threaded barrels, optic cuts, and suppressor compatibility are provided for many items, offering a comprehensive overview of current stock.

This guide covers the setup and operation of the Daniel Defense DDM4 PDW in .300 Blackout, as presented by a firearms instructor. It details the installation of common accessories like suppressors, lights, and optics, along with magazine loading and stock adjustment. The video emphasizes the PDW concept's utility and the effectiveness of the .300 Blackout cartridge, concluding with a live-fire demonstration.

This video features Tim from Military Arms Channel demonstrating the Remington 742 semi-automatic rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield. He compares the .30-06 cartridge to the 5.56x45mm used in AR-15s, highlighting the power difference. The demonstration includes live fire at a steel target, showcasing the rifle's operation and magazine insertion.

This guide details the installation of the AR-57 upper receiver onto a standard AR-15 lower receiver, enabling the use of the 5.7x28mm cartridge. It also covers a practical modification using a Magpul PMAG as a brass catcher, demonstrating how spent casings are ejected downward through the AR-15's magazine well. The information is presented with high authority by Military Arms Channel, a recognized firearms reviewer.

This guide details how to swap the stock on a Ruger Mini-14, demonstrating its modularity by replacing a synthetic stock with a classic wood folding stock. The video features a live-fire demonstration of the rifle in its 'A-Team' style configuration, highlighting its rapid-fire capability. The host, a recognized firearms expert, provides an informative and confident assessment.