Doug from Camera Land's Day 1 SHOT Show Report

SHOT Show Day 1 was a very busy day. I actually started yesterday with a Monday meeting with Kowa Optics. At this time Kowa is only revealing that we will see some new editions before the year is out. They have been on top of getting their new Alpha quality TSN-99 Series into us and they are extremely well reviewed.

A little out of the ordinary way for me to start SHOT Show this year, I met Rod of Astra Optix outside the main hall to discuss their HBX 1600B 10x42 Rangefinder Binocular. We spoke before Thanksgiving and Rod sent his HBX 1600B 10x42 Rangefinder Binocular into us to check out. It's a 10x42 1760 Yard LCD Laser Rangefinder Binocular. Nothing fancy, however, it does have Angle mode, Archery mode, Ballistic mode and Scan mode. It grabbed our interest because optically it was very pleasing and it's only $499.99. There's absolutely a place for a good optical quality 10x42 Rangefinding binocular that's only $499.99. It would great to meet with them and have a discussion and I believe we will be bringing these in. Stay tuned for more details.

I entered the show and headed over to a meeting with Athlon. Great to see my friend and rep Drake. After catching up he showed me the new HERAS SPR Riflescopes and their new Talos BTR Gen 2 Riflescopes . The Outdoor Wire was nice enough to post this Athlons Twenty-Four New Products Revealed article, which makes my writing easier. In my opinion Athlon is doing everything right to become a top optics brand. Every year Athlon refines and grows, without trying too much at once. They are impressive in the way they have developed as a company, listened to customer suggestions and refined their customer service.

Athlons new line of HERAS SPR Riflescopes pushes the envelope even further with features previously unheard of at this price point. The HERAS SPR offerings are incredibly versatile and cover a wide range of applications suitable to hunters, small-bore shooters, and air-gunners alike. This robust line is designed to handle the forward impulse of springer air guns, PCP and recoil from magnum centerfire rifles.

The Talos BTR Gen 2 Riflescopes
"It was hard to imagine a first focal plane rifle scope at under $400, but the first generation Talos BTR proved it could be done. The Talos BTR GEN2 builds on that reputation with improved turrets and the addition of a true precision zero stop. All while maintaining repeatable tracking and the affordable price! Fully Multi-Coated lenses and illuminated etched reticles enable the Talos BTR GEN2 to perform in a wide range of conditions."

Next I went to over to see Burris. To say I was blown away at what they showed me would be an understatement. I realize it's day 1 but I'm thinking the "Product of SHOT Show 2023" will be their new Veracity™ PH Riflescope 4-20x50mm. Featuring the new Burris PĒK (Programable Elevation Knob) System the Veracity PH takes speed and precision to the highest level. The Wind MOA was designed specifically for the Veracity PH and allows shooters to easily, dial to distance, compensate for wind, or quickly holdover.
Clean, simple FFP reticle with 1-MOA tick marks extending to 12 MOA on each side.
When crosshairs are set for zero at 100 yards each line on the lower vertical crosshair will be calibrated for 200, 300 and 400 yards respectively for the average big game caliber. Use the BurrisConnect app for an accurate reticle map for your prefered cartridge.
Progressively Thick Crosshairs (PTC) are very fine in the center and progressively thicker away from the center, for ultra-fast target engagement in low light at close ranges; effective at any magnification
Works seamlessly with the PĒK (Prgramable elevaltion knob) system and wind value in the Veracity PH heads up display. At $999.99 this scope is a winner. All these features in a standard designed riflescope (No odd bumps or whatnot in the design).

As if this introduction wouldn't have been enough next I checked out their new Signature LRF 10x42 Rangefiner Binocular (yes, LED with brightness control) 5 - 2600 yard range and priced below what I expected at only $999.99.

Just when I thought I couldn't be more impressed I was told about (They did not have one here) the Summer 2023 release of their coming Signature HD 15x56, Made in Japan binocular priced at only $799.99.

Burris, way to make Day 1 exciting, thank you.

As many of you know we went big halfway through last year with Revic Optics and Tripods. It was great meeting with them as I have been speaking with my rep for months and it was great to finally meet him. Their Tripods are excellent and so worth you taking a moment to investigate. We discussed their Acura Series Spotting Scopes with Reticle Eyepiece. My buddy said he really likes that the eyepiece is both MIL and MOS and not intrusive. The optical quality is superior to most. If you're not familiar with Revic Spotters you should be. Take a moment and check into them.

Next stop was at Pulsar to discuss what was exciting and new. I was not disappointed.

DXP50 - The world’s first multispectral hunting riflescope, the Thermion Duo combines the high-tech thermal imaging Pulsar is known for with the clarity and vividness of a full-color daytime optic.
Designed primarily for hunting, the Thermion Duo DXP50 has a detection range of 1800 yards. This highly versatile multispectral optic can defeat animal camouflage and fog on thermal mode and judge a prey’s trophy qualities in daylight with its full color mode. With its picture-in-picture feature, a hunter can simultaneously find an animal through dense fog or foliage with its 640x480 high-sensitivity thermal sensor while observing the area around it in full color 4k HD.
The Thermion Duo DXP50 boasts the wide range of practical features Pulsar products are known for, including one-shot freeze zeroing, 1024x768 photo and video recording with audio, Wi-Fi integration with the Stream Vision 2 app, and advanced image processing.

LRF XG50 which is the 1st thermal imaging riflescope with classic design and built in LRF. A standard 6ft tall object can be detected up to 2500 yards away in complete darkness. 5 individual shooting profiles and 50 zeroing distances.

Then I was shown the new LRF XL50 Thermal Rangefinder Binoculars. Holy Crap. This thing is amazing. Variable 2.5-20x magnification range, classic binocular design, built in photo and video recorder.

I was looking forward to my next meeting at Swarovski. I got to catch up with my buddies for a bit and then we discussed what's been going on with their new computer system and the issues with folks getting in contact. I was informed the best way to reach Swarovski is through your computer, not by calling.
To Request Service or Parts visit myservice.swarovski.com Remember to enter as much detail about your optic as possible to help them help you. Model, serial # who you are, your phone # and e-mail and they will get back with you. Please be patient while they settle into this upgraded computer system, which in the long run will make things better than ever.

Last years "Best of Show" IMO was the Meopta MeoSport R 3-15x50 RD SFP-4C Riflescope. Apparently many of you agree as we sold an insane amount of these scopes in the past year. There will be more additions later this year similar to this scope, but nothing to report on this quite yet. Stay tuned.
Meopta Introduced the MeoSight IV Red Dot Sight - This new red dot reflex sight is Meopta’s smallest, weighing just 1.2 ounces. Its ultra-low profile makes the MeoSight IV ideal for handguns. It can also be mounted to a primary riflescope for fast and accurate close-quarter target acquisition or mounted directly to an accessory rail.

Remember all week we are running a SHOT Show Week Sale so if it's not marked down already call, 516-217-1000, and we will hook you up.

If there is anything you're looking for please give us a call at 516-217-1000. It is always our pleasure to speak with you. Always give a call to discuss options and what would be best for your needs.

13,000 + steps later I arrived at the Gelato Shop and got a double scoop of Birthday Cake and ahhhhhh did that make my sore throat feel better.

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I am wanting to have a new 308 built to put on a Zermatt origin action, Kreiger Barrel, McMillan A5 stock. I need a reputable gunsmith who will help me get this rifle to be super accurate to hunt with and to bench shoot out to a 1000 yards. I've been told Long Rifles Inc is good, but is there someone else out there that's better? What are your experiences with Long Rifles Inc ?

I just wanted to know……

Im cleaning out my random parts bin because they will likely never be used. prices are shipped. if you buy 2 or more I will knock the price down.

1-Savage factory 243win barrel. 22" model 11. small shank low round count $85
2.Savage Factory 270 win barrel stainless. model 111 20" small shank. low rount count.Has a cut in the threads but doesn't seem to effect barrel nut screwing on. $70
3. Savage factory 7mm mag barrel. model 11124" small shank. has some paint on it that can be wiped off easily. $85
*can include shitty barrel nut and recoil lug if you need with any of these barrels

4-Magpul STR milspec stock. excellent shape just need to wipe the dirt off. $50
5. Magpul BSL pistol Brace $25
6. F1 firearms c7m keymod 12.75" keymod handguard with barrel nut and shims. $old
7. precision armament m41 sever duty muzzle brake. 5/8x24 6.5mm pn#a04010 $old
8. factory sig 320 21 round extended mag $20
9.warne 20moa 30mm msr mount. $old
10. swagger Hunter bipod. Ugly but works. used and rattlecanned. 42" legs on this thing. $old
11. Ergo deluxe grip baseplate grip. $old

Thanks for looking at my junkpile. -Voytek

Has any one heard comments on channels, that the new guidelines wont allow changing a mag / mounting a scope / attaching can / disassemble etc, effective now and include all old videos that now have to be edited. So much for my watchlist Login to view embedded media

Sent the staff to Vegas for SS. Just me here this week so phones will be hit or miss.

Thanks.

I have a stainless 338 Lapua and would like to get it a little less weight in the front. Gun weighs 9.6lbs. Can the barrel be fluted, or is it or it too late now? If so, any recommendations on who to send it to? Thanks

Ex-GOP Candidate Charged in Shootings at Lawmakers' Homes​

https://www.voanews.com › ex-gop-candidate-charged-...


3 hours ago — Albuquerque police chief described Solomon Pena as the 'mastermind' of an apparently politically motivated conspiracy leading to shootings ...

Coming from shot show, LOL.

TSA finds undeclared 84 mm caliber weapon in checked luggage at Texas airport​

I was standing on my porch this morning, with my truck key FOB in hand, trying to unlock my house door, and getting frustrated. I need more coffee....

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Look to be RMR, SRO, and ACRO clones. Red and green dots available, looks like maybe top loading battery on the "comp" model?

I know, pro sports suck, blah, blah.

But we generally accept Tom Brady as the GOAT as quarterbacks go. Would he have been as good with out Rob Gronkowski. In the couple seasons he didnt have the Gronk he was strictly good, not great.

Part of what makes me wonder is looking back at the one I'd call #2, Joe Montana. Would he have been as good without Jerry Rice? Rice was likely one of the great athletes of all time, any sport.

Disgustcuss.

Found this on Quora of all places.

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What is a Gunsmith?

Being a Gunsmith is a lot of things…

It’s cleaning 30 years worth of gummed up 3-in-1 oil and powder residue out of a an old .22.

It’s mounting a $50 scope to a $3000 rifle, because that’s what the customer wants.

It’s mounting a $2500 scope to a $300 rifle, because that’s what the customer wants.

It’s fine tuning the trigger on an Anschutz target rifle that the owner will be going to the Olympic tryouts with.

It’s figuring out why a hunting rifle that used to shoot 1″ groups, now shoots 6″ groups.

It’s making a new spring for a revolver they quit making parts for in 1943.

It’s explaining that grand-dads old rifle that has hunted for 3 generations, and never been cleaned or maintained, is beyond saving… (restoring would cost $3000 for a rifle you can still buy new for $700)… then doing the work anyway.

It’s refinishing a wood rifle stock with meticulous sanding, fitting, filling, and finishing until it’s like a fine piece of furniture.

It’s taking a poorly fitting scope mount on a fine rifle, and fitting it properly to make the rifle shoot like a fine target rifle.

It’s building a target rifle from an action and a bucket of parts.

It’s welding on a new bolt handle and polishing it.

It’s cutting and fitting, and chambering a new barrel to a rifle.

It’s taking a rusty, ugly, old pistol from the 60’s, and refinishing it in a “bright blue” to look like it was made yesterday - and the owner expecting to pay $50 for those 100 hours of work because Colts factory brochure from 1962 said it was $50.

It’s taking a hunting rifle that the owner has given up on getting to shoot, and narrowing your eyes at it and saying to yourself “Oh, you aren’t beating ME!”.

It’s cleaning up an old .22 for “Dad” so he can give it to his daughter for Christmas… it was dads first rifle, and it’s her first rifle so they can go shooting together. THAT job you do for the cost of the parts…

It’s filing a new front sight out of a block of steel for an old coot who is convinced he knows how tall the front sight should be, and then re-doing it six times because he won’t listen when you told him the first five times how tall it SHOULD be… Him you charge triple time for… stubborn old bastard…

It’s dreading seeing yet another old Reminton 760 pump rifle come into the shop.

It’s your eyes lighting up when a gorgeous old German Scheutzen rifle comes in and you get to examine it.

It’s that feeling when you’re the first one to take the lockplate off an old British Snider rifle made in the 1860’s, and see the chiseled initials of the maker inside… and from all the crud you cleaned out, you KNOW you’re only the second person to ever see it.

It’s being a young ladies first shooting instructor, and seeing her face when she shoots her first “perfect” score on the target.

It’s a damn heap of work, and a lot of self-teaching in half a dozen major trades… Machining, welding, jewelry making, metal finishing, woodworking, wood finishing, etc…

If none of these in this list make you smile and say “Yeah, I want to do this…” then nothing I say is going to convince you, and you shouldn’t bother.

I wonder how this would have unfolded if he was a Muslim??

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I believe this was inside the mall of America…given the malls name it is kind of ironic.

So read about a known member having factory hornady ammo stick bad enough in a AI on a hot day at a match that he broke the bolt head trying to open it / free it up.


Unscrewing the barrel would be the way to go if you run into that problem correct ?

I have admired Mikes work from the moment I saw it. I finally felt compelled to shoot him a message, just to say that I am at the baby stages of building a rifle, and that I really appreciated the quality of work he did. Basically a fan letter. I don’t know what I expected him to say, but he replied just as I think everyone I’ve seen said he does. “Call me” So I did. And we had an awesome conversation. I can’t say thank you enough. Just a stand up guy, all the way. I hope to someday have both the reputation of work and craftsmanship, as well as of integrity and personality that he has gained.

That’s all, I just had to give props.

Just some suggestions if you want to keep your business. Not sure what I am talking about? Do your homework and research World Economic Forum Agenda 2030.

So here are the recommendations:

Rename your business to something "environmental protection related" or delivery related. All credit card sales should never be categorized to VISA as sporting good or firearms related.

Because you will be limited on food consumption, travel, and not permitted to own lead; label nothing as hunting. Instead call it vegan blending equipment.

Remember that electric vehicles will shut off if you don't have a travel permit to drive beyond 15 minutes from your home. So calling things "carbon neutral " will justify the activity and help you get your permission.

Just a few things to help. Especially those in Australia.

For sale new ruger American long range 22LR(only three weeks old)
22” heavy barrel
Threaded barrel
Two mags,lock and original box.
50 rounds down barrel
500.00 Obo
Plus shipping,must have ffl to ship.

But I didn't know Canada and the Philippines experienced the same disruption of service.

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Blaser scope bases x2
Tier One Blaser 20 MOA rings 30mm x1
Tier One Blaser 20 MOA rings 34mm x2
($275 for a scope base and ring package)
.300 WM Blaser match 1:10 match barrel & mag insert $1300 x1 (<60 rounds through it)
6.5 PRC Blaser match barrel & mag insert $1350 x1 (<60 through it)
.308W 16.5" 1:11 threaded barrel standard contour & mag insert $650 x1
Blaser bolt housing $320 x1
Blaser magnum bolt $320x1
Blaser standard bolt $300 x1
Blaser .308W / 6.5CM lightly used magazine insert $80
Blaser 6.5PRC / .300WSM new magazine insert $110
Blaser Ultimate Adjustable stock + Akila Arca fore end + original fore end + trigger pack $2500
Blaser Professional stock + trigger pack $1150

I’m selling off my Blaser R8 stuff to add to the Raptor fund. I’m not desperate, because I still have 6-9 months. This is cross-posted
I can send more pics to interested parties. Posting “I’ll take it” in the forum, followed by pm, takes priority. Tire kickers don’t bother, & this isn’t Fleabay.
Trades - 7.62x39 ammo
Shipping is extra
Payment- USPS MO, cash, (Zelle, PayPal, and Venmo you pay any fees)

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) introduced a House Bill criminalizing “conspiracy to commit white supremacy,” which includes criticism of non-white people which influences an individual to commit a hate crime.
The legislation, H.R.61 “Leading Against White Supremacy Act of 2023,” introduced last Monday by Democratic congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas, seeks to “prevent and prosecute white supremacy inspired hate crime and conspiracy to commit white supremacy inspired hate crime.”

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee has introduced a House Bill to criminalize “conspiracy to commit white supremacy,” which includes any criticism of non-white people that influences (such as something published or said online) someone who commits a hate crime. https://t.co/QD93bVJmA9 pic.twitter.com/ROwLtvYIha
— Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) January 15, 2023

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The congressional bill, which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, states that someone engages in a white supremacy inspired hate crime “when white supremacy ideology has motivated the planning, development, preparation, or perpetration of actions that constituted a crime or were undertaken in furtherance of activity that, if effectuated, would have constituted a crime.”
Accordingly, “conspiracy” to engage in white supremacy inspired hate crime entails the publishing of material “advancing white supremacy, white supremacist ideology, antagonism based on ‘replacement theory’, or hate speech that vilifies or is otherwise directed against any non-White person or group.”
It also calls for the Department of Justice (DOJ) to gain “authority to conduct operations and activities pursuant” to what it deems “necessary and appropriate to interdict, mitigate, or prevent such action from culminating in violent activity.”
The bill would grant the department authority to “prosecute” persons engaged in such actions, with “records of white supremacy inspired hate crimes” maintained and annual reports provided.
In response, Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) accused Democrats of “making a mockery of the First Amendment.”
“In case you weren’t aware of what the Democrats were prioritizing in the 118th Congress, just take a look,” she wrote. “When they’re not bankrupting our country, they’re busy making a mockery of the First Amendment.”

In case you weren’t aware of what the Democrats were prioritizing in the 118th Congress, just take a look.
When they’re not bankrupting our country, they’re busy making a mockery of the First Amendment. https://t.co/Q8DEEEioTI
— Lauren Boebert (@laurenboebert) January 16, 2023

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“Who wants to tell her about the First Amendment?” asked conservative attorney Harmeet Dhillon.
“Congressman Sheila Jackson Lee just introduced a bill that would make it a federal crime for White people, and White people only, to criticize mass immigration or to say anything that she claims would vilify ‘a non-White person or group,’” wrote one Twitter user.
“Sheila Jackson Lee should be introduced to the Bill of Rights. Particularly the first amendment pertaining to free speech,” another wrote.
“This is a disturbing, yet not surprising, piece of #AntiWhite legislation,” yet another user wrote.
Previously, Jackson Lee has argued that institutional and systemic racism “taints and spoils” the way America treats minorities, adding that there are “aspects of America’s laws, America’s structure as relates to the black community in particular and other communities that is racist.”

THIS IS ONE CRAZY WOMAN!!!

Bighorn Origin short action, DLC coated, standard bolt face, unfired

Proof Research 121535 6mm Creedmoor Competition Contour 1:7.5 26" barrel for Bighorn/Zermatt Origin, unfired

Geissele 2 Stage "Super 700" Trigger

The barrel has some safe handling marks, probably from going through an enclosed fore end. They are not deep enough to be felt, only seen in the right light. They are pictured.

I'll torque them together for you before shipping.

$1600 for the barreled action & trigger. I’ll cover shipping. Buyer covers any transaction fees. This will be private party to FFL. Will split if there are buyers for everything.

I have two HK MP5s I dont feel like messing with the brace crap, so I’d trade for higher end optics. BUT that doesn’t mean I will take low offers, I’ll just keep ‘‘em and SBR route, eventually. One is the SP5 and the other is the K, shorter model. Both only used a few times and bought new by me.

looking for ATACR‘s. 4-16 or 4-20 mil xt and similarly mid/higher end Mil optics. Looking for at least 2 plus cash depending on what optics etc.. they are still selling for 3200 on GB., but I’m willing to work out something that works for both parties etc. I’m in Tampa, FL for face to face also.

I'd sell out right for
$ 2800 for the 8" model and
$2600 for the K.
K doesn't have the tri lug or paddle mag release but the paddle can be installed and the part is 90$ from what I found.

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