MARYVILLE, TN., (1/21/2025) – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, announces today the release of the M&P9 Metal HD – Spec Series V, the newest addition to the Spec Series lineup.

The fifth iteration of our Spec Series family is a first of its kind, built with superior performance in mind. It is a striker-fired pistol chambered in 9mm, has a 23-round capacity, and utilizes a newly designed aluminum trigger to facilitate more consistent and accurate shooting.

Weighing in at 2.31-pounds (without a magazine), the M&P9 Metal HD features a steel frame construction with enhanced texturing, a steel magwell, and a steel optics plate that increase overall weight and help reduce felt recoil. Its 4.8-inch threaded barrel, controls, and magwell all display a sharp blue PVD finish, and it is equipped with a Strike Industries™ compensator to mitigate muzzle rise and improve control.

“Our polymer M&P handguns have been widely recognized for their ergonomics and reliability. We took these trusted attributes and integrated them into a steel platform to help mitigate felt-coil, allowing users to keep their pistol running flat and fast. This new Spec Series offers an advantage in today’s dynamic shooting environments while delivering a premium look and feel,” said Corey Beaudreau, Product Manager.

The M&P9 Metal HD ships with tall C.O.R.E.™ green night sights out of the box and also includes an optics-ready slide if you choose to operate your preferred red dot. Additional features include three 23-round magazines, a Limited-Edition Spec Series Coin and Knife, and a hard carry case.

For more information on the M&P9 Metal HD – Spec Series V, visit www.smith-wesson.com

To stay up to date on all the latest news and events, be sure to follow Smith & Wesson on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube.

Are you a firearm enthusiast who loves to tinker with your guns? Did you ever get so angry, you wanted to punch roll pin? Lol. Or maybe you’re a professional gunsmith looking for a top-notch punch set? It doesn’t really matter if you fit into a specific category or not. The Real Avid Accu-Punch Master Set is the perfect solution for all your gunsmithing needs.

What Makes the Accu-Punch Master Set Special?

• It’s a comprehensive 37-Piece Set: This kit includes everything you need. Everything! From standard and roll pin punches to brass and specialty punches, you will have the right tool for any job.
• Precision made for firearms: Your (probably) expensive firearms. Unlike cheaper generic punch sets, the Accu-Punch is designed specifically for gunsmithing tasks. Nickel-plated steel punches offer durability and corrosion resistance, while brass punches protect delicate firearm finishes.
• Easy pin alignment: The included Pin Alignment Tool makes aligning and starting tiny pins a breeze, saving you time and frustration. Never get angry punching a roll pin again.
• Organized for efficiency: No more wasting time searching for tools! The durable case keeps everything neatly organized and labeled for quick access. Their hex shape even keeps them from rolling off your bench.
• Extra versatility: The Real Avid Accu-Punch Master Set includes specialty punches like staking punches and resin finishing punches, along with long punches for unique applications and elongated pins for AR15 bolt catch installation.

Benefits for All Levels of Gunsmiths

• Seasoned pros: The Accu-Punch Master Set’s precision and durability will meet the demands of even the most experienced gunsmith. They will easily last long enough to pay for themselves.
• Hobbyists: This kit is perfect for firearm enthusiasts who want to perform maintenance and modifications on their own guns. The $99.99 MSRP is about equal to one or two trips to a gunsmith. If you do any quantity of work, you could save some money. Plus, you still have the tools.

Invest in Your Firearms

The Real Avid Accu-Punch Master Set is an essential investment for anyone who takes pride in their firearms. With its superior quality, innovative design, and organized layout, this kit will help you take your gun maintenance and modification to the next level. I’m on the Real Avid mailing list, and loving seeing companies offer kits like this. Over the years, I’ve bent and broken cheap punches. Scratched a few firearms too. And struggled starting pins. If I looked at what I have wasted on cheaper tools, damaged finishes, and paying someone else, this kit is an absolute bargain. Find it and other great tools for basic maintenance to advanced gunsmithing at realavid.com.

Compatibility FAQs:

• Pre-existing holsters: Some may fit with a weapon-mounted light. SI is working with Hilliker Holster for custom options.
• Manual safety FCUs: Yes, the grip has marked cut-out areas for modification (Dremel, file) to accommodate a manual safety.
• CA model compatibility: Yes, the manual safety FCU model and CA model (with mag disconnect) are compatible, but require modification.
• 10rd magazine compatibility: Yes, the P365X/XL 10rd magazine fits flush.
• XL grip: Yes, this is based on the Sig “X/XL” style grip.
• Future plans: Yes, XL or Macro versions and P320 grips are planned. This grip module also accepts XMacro and XMacro Tac Ops slides with a perfect dust cover fit.
• Flush-fitting magazines: The P365X/XL 10-round magazine and 12-round magazines with specific Sig base extensions fit flush. 15-round and 17-round magazines will protrude.
• Compatible lights: Only SureFire XSC-B and Olight PL Mini 2 (“Valkyrie” and “Baldr”) are confirmed to fit. Streamlight TLR-7A/7X may not fit reliably.
• .380 FCU compatibility: Yes, this should work with .380 P365 FCUs. Acquire the correct recoil spring, barrel, and magazine for your caliber. Some 12r round .380 P365 magazines are pinned to 10rds for capacity restrictions.

Here’s a short video about it:

Currently, these grip modules are available in both Blackline and FDEline. In the photo below, the left one is the Blackline model with a flush 12-round magazine. On the right is a P365 in FDEline with a 15-round magazine. The FDE setup also includes a Strike MRDS optic plate adapter.

Please note:

Worried about compatibility with manual safety FCUs? Don’t sweat it. It’s already built into every P365 Strike Enhanced Grip Module. However, this requires modification and some fitment may be required. The cut-out areas are marked and outlined as a guide. Depending on the generation of FCU, the safety cut-out area may need to be larger than the guideline provided.

Here’s a pistol with Holosun 507C X2 ACSS mounted. Using the Strike Industries MRDS Adapter Plate you can choose from over 30+ red dot sights.

Want to go full Strike Industries with your Sig P365?

The Strike LITESlide for P365 is also available in Blackline and FDEline. They feature forward serrations, ported windows for those who want to run ported barrels, and a mini charging handle on both sides towards the rear. This can help with the ease of racking your slide.

As long as you’re getting the slide, pick up a barrel too:

Yeah, it’s pretty sweet. Check out the Strike Barrel for Strike P365 with its flutes and crowned tip. A black nitride is used for durability and good looks.

Find them all on the Strike Industries website.

WarBird’s new Intrepid hearing protection lineup includes the all-new Intrepid, Intrepid RC, and the flagship ear muff, the Intrepid BT. Designed from the ground up to offer features that professionals demand, there is an Intrepid ear muff to fit just about everyone’s needs.

INTREPID:

The most affordable electronic hearing protection WarBird has to offer, the Intrepid protects in demanding environments without sacrificing comfort or function. For those seeking quality electronic hearing protection with digital Sound Active Compression, comfortable foam ear cushions, full dynamic range HD speakers, and AAA battery powered, the Intrepid checks all those boxes with a very competitive price tag.

Technical Specifications:

NRR 23dB
Two omnidirectional microphones
Full dynamic range HD speakers for clear, balanced sound (40mm, 20 ohm)
High-definition sound effects
Low frequency-tuned for natural sound clarity
Sound-dampening composite housing
Sound active compression – 0.01 second reaction time
HiFi audio input jack-3.5mm
Positive response power, volume, and select buttons
Comfort headband with metal frame
AAA battery-powered (not included)
Auto shut off
Semi-rigid case included
Price $79.00

INTREPID RC:

Protection meets comfort and style in WarBird’s Intrepid RC rechargeable hearing protection muffs. The Intrepid RC provides all of WarBird’s audio technologies but with the addition of TPU-covered gel ear pads and USB-C charging for added comfort and convenience!

Technical Specifications:

NRR 23dB
Two omnidirectional microphones
Full dynamic range HD speakers for clear, balanced sound (40mm, 20 ohm)
High-definition sound effects
Low frequency-tuned for natural sound clarity
Sound-dampening composite housing
Sound active compression – 0.01 second reaction time
HiFi audio input jack-3.5mm
Positive response power, volume, and select buttons
TPU-covered gel ear pads
Comfort headband with metal frame
USB-C charging port (rechargeable)
Up to 8-hour battery life with auto shut-off
Semi-rigid case included
Price $99.00

INTREPID BT:

Warbird’s flagship ear muff, the Intrepid BT is packed with all the features WarBird has to offer. The Intrepid BT is Bluetooth-enabled, USB-C rechargeable, and equipped with the same premium TPU-covered gel ear pads for the most comfort and versatility.

Technical Specifications:

Bluetooth enabled
NRR 23dB
Two omnidirectional microphones
Full dynamic range HD speakers for clear, balanced sound (40mm, 20 ohm)
High-definition sound effects
Low frequency-tuned for natural sound clarity
Sound-dampening composite housing
Sound active compression – 0.01 second reaction time
HiFi audio input jack-3.5mm
Positive response power, volume, and select buttons
TPU-covered gel ear pads
Comfort headband with metal frame
USB-C charging port (rechargeable)
Up to 8 hours of battery life with auto shut-off
Semi-rigid case included
Price $149.00

At the heart of all Intrepid models, WarBird utilizes digital sound compression circuitry that delivers a lightning-fast 2 mS attack time, as well as sound active compression, which allows low-decibel sounds such as conversations or range commands to be heard clearly while protecting users’ ears from high-decibel impulse sounds when they occur. These features provide users with the utmost in hearing enhancement and situational awareness while on the job site or the range, and fast-acting protection when needed.

For more information on the WarBird Intrepid, Intrepid RC, and Intrepid BT, please visit www.warbirdpro.com.

Vortex OPMOD Viper 1×24 mm 6 MOA Red Dot Sight

Kicking off the OPMOD deals is this Vortex Viper red dot, but in a shade of FDE not normally available. Yes, it leans a bit more towards bronze than FDE, but it’s still a nice color. One of my friends mentioned that it looks like someone got a little chocolate in the peanut butter. Either way, it should look better on an FDE build than plain black. And it would add a nice contrast to a black rifle as well. The Viper usually runs $229 or so, with various deals available on different sites. Optics Planet offers the OPMOD Viper for just $199.

EOTech OPMOD EXPS 3 Holographic Reflex Red Dot Sight

EOTech optics have been a pretty standard choice for the AR platform for some time now. The EOTech EXPS 3 is a tried and true optic. It’s durable, and the circle with 1 MOA dots in the center makes it easy to acquire targets and adjust for bullet drop. EOTech does offer this in tan as well, but the OPMOD EXPS 3 is a nicer shade, in my opinion. And the current price of $692.99 should put a little green back in your pocket.

SIG SAUER OPMOD Exclusive Romeo-MSR 1x20mm 2 MOA Green Dot Sight

Here’s another great (and much more affordable) option for your AR or PCC. Sig’s Romeo MSR features a simple 2 MOA green dot, for better daylight visibility than a red dot. It’s got a taller skeletonized mount for co-witnessing with irons too. And it even comes with flip-up caps. Not only is the color closer to the usual FDE, but the OPMOD Romeo MSR is currently under $100. This may be one of the best OPMOD deals I have found.

Holosun OPMOD AEMS 1x Red (or green) Dot Sight

I couldn’t leave Holosun out of this OPMOD deals article. So here’s the Holosun OPMOD AEMS 1x Red Dot Sight. It’s got a wide field of view in a small frame, with their famous Solar Failsafe offering up to 50,000 hour battery life. It’s also got Holosun’s Multi-Reticle System and Shake Awake Technology. All wrapped up in a tasty FDE finish. Choose from red at $359.99 or green at $386.99.

These are just a small sampling of the products in the Optics Planet OPMOD line. When I last checked, there were 89 different products and 184 different models. So if you like saving money, check them out. And if you like saving money and FDE, definitely give them a look. Whether you’re treating yourself, or someone on your shopping list, why not put a little money back in your pocket for ammo and tacos?

What are your thoughts on the OPMOD deals above? Is the added branding worth the savings, or a limited edition color? Share your opinions below.

MeoStar S2 specs

The MeoStar S2 82 features premium, extra-low dispersion, fluoride-treated HD glass. This eliminates chromatic aberration to give the sharpest resolution, contrast, and color fidelity possible. The Outdoor Life test team noticed the outstanding performance citing the MeoStar‘s best-in-class optical resolution and image quality, extremely tactile focus and power-changing controls, sharp edge-to-edge clarity, excellent internal coatings, and outstanding price among other factors that made this premium spotting scope stand out in the test.

“The price’”the real-world street price is around $3,000 for both the body and the 20-70-power eyepiece’”is about $1,000 lower than its European peers, but you get the same vivid image, the stunning edge-to-edge clarity, and the velvety controls. In short, the MeoStar is an investment-grade spotting scope that is a relative bargain when considered against its competitors.”

“The Meopta easily won our low-light test, and topped the field in optical resolution. The test team especially liked the long-range detail it produced, even at higher magnifications.”

• Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life Hunting, Conservation, and Optics Editor

More about the MeoStar S2

 The S2 82 HD spotting scope‘s optical system, with MeoBright™lens coating, is optimized for twilight. It provides hunters and nature observers the advantage of seeing fine details more clearly at extended ranges in low light. External lenses are also protected by Meopta‘s proprietary MeoDrop™  hydrophobic coating. This coating repels water, dust, and grease from lens surfaces while the MeoShield™anti-abrasion lens coating offers added protection in rough terrain. The scope also has a retractable sunshade.

The rugged magnesium chassis is available in a straight or angled body. The bayonet eyepieces are sold separately and available in 20-70x or 30-60x wide angle. The S2 82 HD spotting scopes are nitrogen purged, waterproof, and fogproof. Like all Meopta optics sold in the United States, they are backed by Meopta‘s Lifetime Transferrable Warranty.

“We are honored to win Outdoor Life‘s prestigious Editor‘s Choice Award and appreciate the hard work and dedication that goes into these annual optics tests,” said Erik Muller, Meopta Sport Optics Product Specialist. “Meopta remains committed to delivering European-quality optical performance for hunters, birders, and nature enthusiasts at great price points.”

Click here to check the price of the Meopta MeoStar S2 at Opticsplanet.com

Click here to check the price of the Meopta MeoStar S2 at Amazon.com

 About Meopta

Meopta has been producing high-end European optics for more than 90 years. They are a leading manufacturer & partner to many of the world’s finest optical brands. Meopta conceives, develops and manufactures precision optical and electro/optical systems for semiconductor, medical, aerospace and military industries as well as for consumer markets.

For more information regarding Meopta, please visit www.meoptasportsoptics.com.

“At Grey Man Tactical, we listen to our customers. The Dark Tan panel is something our customer has been asking for and we are pleased to give it to them,” said Paul Capdepon, CEO of Grey Man Tactical™. “We hope to offer additional colors and variants in the future.”

The Dark Tan [FDE] panel color option is now available for purchase.

MSRP $99.99

Different variants of the Dark Tan RMP™are also available.

• 15.25 X 25 RMP™
• Vehicle Seat Back Organizer
• Vehicle Rifle Rack
• Vehicle Rifle Rack – Buttstock Cup Kit

For more information on the Dark Tan [FDE] RMP™from Grey Man Tactical™, visit www.greymantactical.com.

GMT™Guarantee:

Grey Man Tactical™warranties its products against defects in workmanship and materials. If you have a defective product, we will gladly replace it at no cost to you. This does not apply to third-party products.

About GMT™:

In 2012, Paul Capdepon lived in an area where he preferred the contents of his personal gear to not be known. He carried a nondescript commuter-style backpack and wanted the ability to organize EDC-type gear. Not finding a suitable option, Paul decided to adapt the traditional MOLLE-style grid and designed the first Rigid MOLLE Panel™to insert into any backpack with a 15″ laptop sleeve.

After receiving interest in the Rigid MOLLE Panel™Paul had made for his own gear, he decided to launch a basic website in 2014 to begin selling them. Paul worked with local manufacturers from his home state of Louisiana as the demand for expanding the range of RMP™sizes quickly increased. GMT™has performed extensive testing and evaluations in the most adverse and demanding conditions. GMT™then incorporated customer feedback to optimize performance in creating a dependable organizational platform.

The RMP Series™has since been utilized by federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. Specifically the DOS, DOJ, DHS, FBI, USMS, USBP, NYPD and LAPD to US Armed Forces, including the US Army, USAF, USN, USMC, USCG and USSOCOM. That includes implementation in missions assigned across Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria and surrounding areas of operation. As a result, the RMP Series™has yielded over 1,000 Five Star Reviews in our efforts to make critical gear rapidly accessible. It is our ongoing passion to serve the prepared citizens, outdoorsmen, Law Enforcement, First Responders and Armed Forces communities, and we look forward to continuing to create gear that enables you to perform at the highest standard. For more information, please visit: www.greymantactical.com