The One Metal Chassis for (Almost) Every Pistol | IWA 2026

The OPOS Venator is a 9mm steel-frame pistol from Austria, featuring a novel rotating barrel locking mechanism and an exceptionally low bore axis. This design significantly reduces felt recoil and muzzle flip, allowing for rapid and accurate follow-up shots. The Venator offers integrated optic mounting options and a prototype electronic vision module for tracking cartridge count, gun temperature, and total rounds fired via slide velocity detection.

This video from IWA 2026 showcases Grand Power's new firearms for the Slovakian military, including their AR-platform service rifle replacing the VZ 58. It highlights features like a piston-driven system, ambi controls, and quick-detach handguards. The GP R10 DMR in .308 and new Stribog SMGs are also presented, with discussions on potential US availability and pricing.

This video provides a brief overview of Mec-Gar's offerings for the Glock 17 at IWA 2026. It highlights a 20-round expanded capacity magazine featuring an extended base plate and a flush-fit 18-round steel magazine. The focus is on showcasing these capacity upgrades for the popular Glock 17 platform.

This overview from IWA 2026 highlights Mec-Gar's diverse magazine offerings for the Glock 19. Key options include an 18-round extended magazine (a Glock 17 magazine with a sleeve), a 15-round flush-fit magazine, and a 10-round capacity magazine. These options cater to various user needs for increased capacity or a more compact profile.

This review explores the Franklin Armory BSFIII 22-C1 binary trigger for the Ruger 10/22, demonstrating its unique fire-on-pull-and-release functionality. The video also highlights the use of Aguila Super Extra ammunition and ProMag 35-round magazines. A giveaway for a Nemo Arms Executive Order rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor is also featured, showcasing its premium components.

A retired SEAL Team Six commander details his preferred AR-15 build, emphasizing practical ergonomics and efficient accessory placement. Key choices include an EOTech Vudu LPVO with a top-mounted Aimpoint ACRO for rapid target acquisition, a B5 Systems stock for battery storage, and strategic placement of a vertical foregrip, light, and laser to avoid snags and maintain a clear sight picture. The build prioritizes functionality and speed, even on a budget-friendly base.

This review compares the Glock 17 and Glock 19, highlighting their physical differences, historical context, and practical applications. While the Glock 19 excels in concealed carry due to its smaller size, the Glock 17 offers a longer sight radius and higher capacity. Accuracy tests showed negligible differences for most shooters, with personal preference and hand size being key factors in choosing between them.

This video explores the top five firearm types for home defense, emphasizing personal comfort and training. It covers pistols like the Beretta M9A3 and FN FNX-45 Tactical, highlighting features for close quarters and low-light conditions. Pistol Caliber Carbines (PCCs) such as the CZ Scorpion offer improved accuracy and capacity. The AR-15 platform, exemplified by the Daniel Defense MK18, provides power but requires careful ammunition selection to mitigate over-penetration risks. Finally, shotguns, including the Remington 870 and bullpup models like the Panzer Arms BP-12, are discussed as classic yet effective options.