NRA Gun Gear of the Week: Alien Gear ShapeShift Expansion Packs

This episode of Gun Talk Radio features a discussion with Tyler Botts from Alien Gear Holsters about their innovative ShapeShift modular holster system. The system allows users to configure a single holster into multiple carry styles, including inside-the-waistband, appendix, and outside-the-waistband options. They also discuss expanding the system to include drop-leg, shoulder, and ankle carry configurations, highlighting the versatility and adaptability for various carrying needs.

The Alien Gear ShapeShift is a modular holster system offering four carry configurations: inside the waistband (appendix), outside the waistband (paddle or belt loop). It features a rubberized coating to protect firearm finish and a porous fabric for sweat management. While initially appearing complex, assembly is manageable with mechanical aptitude. The system includes mounting brackets for vehicle or desk use and a thumb release for OWB retention.

The Alien Gear ShapeShift Starter Kit offers exceptional modularity, allowing users to configure four different holster styles for the same firearm. It emphasizes adjustable retention and complete trigger guard coverage across all configurations, making it a versatile option for concealed carry and range use. The kit provides significant value for those exploring different carry methods.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Alien Gear ShapeShift All-in-One Holster System. It details the unboxing, assembly process for both appendix and outside-the-waistband paddle configurations, and highlights the modularity and adjustability of the system. The reviewer emphasizes the use of Boltaron material and Alien Gear's lifetime guarantee.

This guide synthesizes expert insights on selecting concealed carry holsters, focusing on appendix carry. It details features of popular models like the Tulster Oath, Alien Gear ShapeShift, Werkz M2, and Concealment Express, emphasizing compatibility with optics, lights, and various firearm configurations. The information is presented by an experienced instructor, highlighting technical specifications and practical considerations for comfortable and reliable concealed carry.

This guide details the assembly and configuration of the Alien Gear ShapeShift Modular Holster System. The host, demonstrating high expertise, critically reviews the system's modularity and concealment capabilities. While acknowledging its innovation and affordability for beginners, the review highlights limitations, particularly regarding support for firearm modifications like threaded barrels, compensators, optics, and weapon lights, leading to a personal decision not to purchase for advanced use cases.

This video from NRA Publications provides an in-depth look at the manufacturing process of Hornady ammunition, from bullet creation to final packaging. It details the steps involved in forming bullets, annealing and shaping cartridge cases, and rigorous quality control testing to ensure product reliability. The expert-level instruction highlights the precision engineering and domestic manufacturing of Hornady products in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA.

This video provides an expert overview of the British L1A1 SLR, a variant of the FN FAL. Mark A. Keefe IV, Editor-in-Chief of American Rifleman, details its design differences from the Belgian FN FAL, its extensive service history in conflicts like the Falklands War, and its eventual replacement. The segment highlights the rifle's robust construction, its adoption strategy by British Ordnance, and its legacy in firearm history.

This video documents a startling bobcat attack on a turkey hunter. The hunter's calls, intended for turkeys, attracted a bobcat which stalked and then pounced. The hunter's reaction caused the bobcat to retreat, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wildlife encounters and the importance of situational awareness.

This video details the revival of Remington Ammunition under Vista Outdoor's ownership, focusing on the Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It highlights the brand's historical significance, the challenges faced during bankruptcy, and the strategic steps taken by Vista Outdoor to restore production, quality, and employee morale. The narrative emphasizes a commitment to American manufacturing and supporting the Second Amendment.