What's Hot at Shot! New Guns from Mossberg and Smith & Wesson 2026

Published on January 26, 2026
Duration: 10:29

This expert review from sootch00 covers new firearm releases from Mossberg and Smith & Wesson at SHOT Show 2026. It details the Mossberg Maverick SA semi-auto shotgun, the tactical 990 AfterShock SPX and its NFA Class 3 variant, and two new 9mm pistols from Smith & Wesson: the M&P Metal HD Standard and the competition-ready M&P Metal Competitor HD. The review highlights key features, specifications, and potential applications for each firearm.

Quick Summary

Sootch00 reviews new firearms from Mossberg and Smith & Wesson at SHOT Show 2026. Highlights include the Mossberg Maverick SA semi-auto shotgun, the tactical 990 AfterShock SPX and its NFA Class 3 variant, and the S&W M&P Metal HD Standard and Competitor HD 9mm pistols, detailing their features and specifications.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Mossberg Maverick SA Introduction
  2. 01:12Mossberg 990 AfterShock SPX Details
  3. 03:46Mossberg 990 SPX Magpul (NFA Class 3)
  4. 06:14Smith & Wesson M&P Metal HD Standard
  5. 08:33Smith & Wesson M&P Metal Competitor HD

Frequently Asked Questions

What new Mossberg shotguns were featured at SHOT Show 2026?

At SHOT Show 2026, Mossberg introduced the Maverick SA, a semi-auto shotgun with a premium walnut stock and drilled/tapped receiver. They also showcased the 990 AfterShock SPX, a tactical model with M-LOK and an RMSC optic cut, and an NFA Class 3 variant with a 14-inch barrel and Magpul stock.

What are the key features of the Smith & Wesson M&P Metal HD Standard pistol?

The S&W M&P Metal HD Standard is a 9mm pistol featuring a 35 oz stainless steel frame for recoil mitigation, a 5-inch barrel, 17+1 capacity, updated slide serrations, and Night Fision tritium front sights for improved low-light performance.

What makes the Smith & Wesson M&P Metal Competitor HD suitable for competition?

The M&P Metal Competitor HD is competition-ready with a spiral fluted barrel, slide lightning cuts, a flared magazine well for faster reloads, and an extended magazine release. It also includes four 17-round magazines and a versatile 7-plate optics mounting system.

What is the significance of the NFA Class 3 classification for the Mossberg 990 SPX Magpul?

The NFA Class 3 classification for the Mossberg 990 SPX Magpul indicates it's regulated under the National Firearms Act, likely due to its 14-inch barrel classifying it as a Short-Barreled Rifle (SBR). Ownership requires a federal tax stamp and registration.

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