Smith & Wesson Metal HD series, Spec Series R | SHOT Show 2026

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P Metal HD highlights its steel frame, improved ergonomics, and performance in accuracy and recoil tests. The expert reviewer, David (TheHumbleMarksman), notes its competitive standing against other steel-framed striker-fired pistols. While praising its shooting characteristics and recommending it for competition, he also points out minor critiques regarding screw types for optics mounting and the loaded chamber indicator design.

This video provides an expert overview of Smith & Wesson's new 'Heavy Metal' M&P line, including the all-steel Metal HD and Competitor HD pistols, and the Spec Series 6 and Spec Series R. Featuring insights from Dave O'Connor of Smith & Wesson and firearms expert Ryan Gresham, the content highlights the benefits of steel frames for recoil reduction, advanced features like optics readiness and custom finishes, and performance testing. The discussion emphasizes the evolution of the M&P line and the specific design elements catering to both competition and carry needs.

This video provides an expert overview of Smith & Wesson's new Spec Series VI pistols, focusing on the M&P Metal HD and Competitor HD models. Dave from Smith & Wesson details their features, materials, and intended use, highlighting the professional-grade construction and competition-ready enhancements. The review emphasizes the high-quality build and specific design elements catering to discerning shooters.

A Smith & Wesson representative from Classic Firearms introduces the Spec Series R revolver at SHOT Show 2026. This model is built on the 686 L-frame, chambered in .357 Magnum with a 7-shot capacity, and comes standard with an Aimpoint ACRO P2 optic pre-installed. The presentation highlights detailed product knowledge from a manufacturer representative.

This video provides a rapid-fire overview of numerous new firearm and accessory releases from various manufacturers. It covers new pistol models from Kimber, Bull Armory, FN, Smith & Wesson, Jaguar, Sig Sauer, Springfield Armory, Gearsons, and Nighthawk. The review also details new shotgun releases from Mossberg, rifle updates from Savage and Wilson Combat, and specialized bolt-action rifles from Weatherby and Ret. Additionally, it highlights new suppressors from FN, Tyion, AAC, Dead Air, and Lyman, along with optics from Vortex, Holosun, EOTech, Shield Sights, Malkoff, and Nightforce. The presenter offers brief commentary on pricing, features, and perceived value for each product.

This video features a critique of a home defense AR-15 build by former Navy SEAL Jeff Gonzales. Key takeaways include the importance of a suppressor for indoor use, the critique of an overly complex sling, and recommendations for reliable optics. The discussion highlights the trade-offs of short-barreled rifles (SBRs) for home defense and emphasizes practical gear selection over complexity.

This guide details the tool-less field stripping process for the Beretta ARX-160, as demonstrated by a Beretta factory representative. It covers the quick-release barrel, stock, trigger group, and bolt assembly, emphasizing ease of maintenance. The representative highlights the rifle's modularity and ambidextrous features, noting its current military availability with future civilian plans.

This entry details the Fostech .50 Cal Drum Magazine, designed for Barrett M107 and 82A1 rifles, featuring a 20-round capacity and billet machined aluminum construction. It also touches upon the Fostech Rader .308 rifle. The information is presented with high technical focus from a manufacturer representative.

This video from ARFCOM News details a ballistic gel test of Remington's 158gr SJHP .357 Magnum ammunition fired from a 16-inch Rossi Model M92 carbine. The test highlights how carbine-length barrels significantly enhance .357 Magnum performance, achieving velocities comparable to some .300 Blackout loads and demonstrating substantial penetration and expansion in ballistic gel. The analysis touches on terminal ballistics theories and the unique behavior of high-velocity pistol rounds fired from rifles.