SHOT Show 2012: The 2012 Executive Survivors Kit

This video from SHOT Show 2012 highlights new suppressor offerings from SilencerCo and SWR. Josh Walter, CEO of SilencerCo/SWR, introduces the SWR Octane 9HD, a fully disassemblable 9mm suppressor with a durable baffle design. He also details the SilencerCo Saker, an advanced rifle suppressor featuring a button-less quick detach system, interchangeable front caps for accessories like flash hiders and muzzle brakes, and a proprietary Trifecta Mount. The Saker's baffle design is noted for significantly reducing erosion. The video also touches on the SWR Spectre's CTA baffle stack for easy cleaning and the SilencerCo Sparrow's multi-part containment technology.

This video from SHOT Show 2012 introduces the Zeiss Duralyt scope, highlighting its unique illuminated reticle technology. The scope features a redesigned eye box and integrated electronics. The key innovation is the use of fiber optic nanotechnology, where the fiber optic is cut at a 45° angle and polished. This method differs from traditional illuminated reticles that use an L-shaped light source entering from the side, which can add reflections and reduce light transmission. Zeiss's approach eliminates extra glass, minimizing reflections and light loss, and produces the finest dot in the industry for enhanced precision and longer-range capability.

Gary Cobble, Product Marketing Manager for ATK under the Blackhawk brand, introduces the new Rifle CompStock at SHOT Show 2012. This stock features an integrated recoil-reducing system designed to decrease felt recoil by up to 65%, making powerful calibers like the .300 Win Mag feel more like a .270 Winchester. It aims to improve shooter accuracy, reduce muzzle flip, and allow for faster target reacquisition. The stock is a drop-in replacement requiring no tuning and is beneficial for new shooters, individuals with shoulder or back issues, and those wanting to enjoy shooting larger caliber rifles more comfortably.

This video showcases the DoubleStar Zombie Slayer AK, a pre-production model featuring a unique electric chainsaw bayonet. The bayonet, powered by a rechargeable ion battery pack, mounts to any Picatinny rail handguard and includes a vertical grip for operation. While the specific sequence for activation was not demonstrated, the presenter highlighted its potential for extreme scenarios.

Jeff Brooks from Aimpoint discusses two new products at SHOT Show 2012: the Micro T-1 with a 2 MOA dot option and the Patrol Rifle Optic (PRO), now available to the commercial market. The PRO, previously LE-exclusive, comes with a QRP2 mount and lens covers.

This episode of Gun Gripes delves into the 'zombie phenomenon' in firearms, exploring its roots in preparedness and marketing. Experts discuss how the zombie theme, prevalent at SHOT Show 2012, serves as an engaging entry point for new shooters and preppers, while highlighting specific zombie-themed products like the Ruger LCP Zombie Slayer and Hornady Z-Max ammunition. The discussion emphasizes the underlying trend of self-reliance and preparedness, suggesting its lasting appeal beyond the novelty.

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.