CONCEALMENT 8 New Firearms Products Rob Curtis Join the Conversation The tiny weapon-mounted light that the Internet loves to hate is getting some upgrades. The original XC1 put 200 lumens in a package that fit flush with the snout of a Glock 19. Sure, back in 2004 200 lumens may as well been a floodlight, but in this day and age it’s far less than most people want. The new XC1-B pumps up the lumens by 50 percent for 300 lumens of output running off of a single AAA battery. No, an X300U-B it ain’t, but it’s a helluva lot smaller. In addition to the upgrade in brightness, the XC1-B has improved controls, including the ability to turn it to constant on with your firing hand instead of juggling it around awkwardly. Make: SureFire Model: XC1-BXC1-B Output: 300 Lumens MSRP: $299 URL: SureFire.com Though you can’t use a laser to simulate the recoil of an actual gun, laser training allows a shooter to work on sight picture, sight alignment, and trigger squeeze inside the comfort of their homes. Unlike normal dry-firing, a laser gives you a “hit” on target. Unless you have a dedicated laser trainer like a SIRT, you’ve got to rack the slide every time to get that trigger pull. iMarksman launched a new product that automatically resets a Glock trigger (Gen 1-4) and also has the ability to actuate a laser training cartridge — all without cycling the slide. Essentially, this allows you to turn any Gen 1-4 Glock into a SIRT trainer. Make: iMarksman Model: Glock Resetting Trigger MSRP: $175 URL: imarksman.com Magpul is looking out for your backside. The company’s got a line of wallets made from its crazy strong, super thin, lightweight, technologically advanced, high-capacity, low-calorie, performance-driven, budget-friendly, ATF-approved, deep-cycling, space-saving, less-filling, mysteriously named DAKA material. Like the ultra-minimalist DAKA Essential wallet, the Everyday Wallet’s made to carry only the essentials. In this case, that’s as many as seven cards. But it’s got a clear window pocket out front for an ID and an extra pocket in the middle for some cash. So, if you like the idea of reducing your wallet bulge with a DAKA, but couldn’t commit to a wallet without room for your library card or photo of your mom, here you go. Make: Magpul Model: DAKA Everyday Wallet Colors: Black, FDE, Gray, OD Green MSRP: $25 URL: www.magpul.com Skeleton Optics set up shop in 2015 with the aim of making feature-focused eyewear for outdoor adventure. The lineup features glare-free, polarized lenses from Zeiss optics, neutral gray tint, and 100-percent protection from UV radiation. The lenses are impact-resistant polycarbonate and covered in a hydrophobic coating that sheds water and makes the surfaces easy to clean. The Scout frame, below, is a classic shape that provides a wide, uninterrupted field of view while providing a physical barrier between your peepers and whatever you’re facing down. Make: Skeleton Optics Model: Scout MSRP: $185 URL www.ustacticalsupply.com www.skeletonoptics.com For the rest of this article, subscribe here: Concealment 8 Explore RECOILweb:Chasing Muzzle Velocity Standard Deviation and Extreme Spread for Precision Rifle ShootingMonday Morning Gomez: Weapon Retention & "Shooting the Bad Guy off the Gun"Sunday Night Range Pr0n: FPF Vehicle Environmental Skills'America's Most Wanted' Returns to TV, and will be Streaming NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
