RosCo Outdoors has partnered with Realtree to introduce a camouflage apparel collection featuring the GX2™ Performance Hoodie, GX2™ Lined Flannel, Guide Pro Jacket, and Outfitter Half-Zip. The collection combines iconic Realtree patterns with functional, durable layers designed for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts in changing conditions.

Muddy has released a comprehensive lineup of cold-weather hunting gear including the DV8 Mammoth Jacket and Bibs, Nucleus Heated Vest, DV8 17-Inch Insulated Boots, Overshoe Foot Warmers, and a Boot and Glove Dryer to help hunters stay warm and comfortable during late-season hunts.

The Ambassador of Italy to the United States, H.E. Marco Peronaci, hosted a celebration at Villa Firenze commemorating Beretta's 500th anniversary. Founded in 1526, Beretta has grown into an international group with significant U.S. operations including Beretta USA, Benelli USA, Burris, and Norma Precision, employing approximately 700 people across American operations.

Orchid announced its Guns.com integration now supports used inventory, allowing FFL dealers to list used firearms directly from their store inventory to one of the largest online firearm marketplaces. The integration includes serial-level accuracy, automatic inventory management, and order approval capabilities through Orchid POS, alongside existing integrations with GunBroker and GunMade.com.

Team Beretta's Cameron Templin earned four podium finishes at USPSA Area 4 competitions, securing three first-place finishes at the Area 4 Steel Challenge Championship in Carry Optics, Limited Optics, and Centerfire Pistol divisions while competing with the new Beretta 94X Performance pistol.

The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF), Louisiana Shooting Association, and Firearms Policy Coalition filed a reply brief with the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals challenging the limited scope of relief in a case striking down the federal handgun purchase ban for 18-20-year-olds, arguing the government's voluntary non-enforcement policy is insufficiently permanent.

Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) filed a response brief with the U.S. Supreme Court defending its landmark Third Circuit victory against New Jersey's bans on semiautomatic rifles and magazines. FPC urges the Court to hold New Jersey's petition pending the Supreme Court's decision in FPC's Viramontes v. Cook County case, argued December 2.

Firearms Policy Coalition filed a reply brief with the Fifth Circuit in FPC v. ATF, opposing the Trump Administration's attempt to limit judicial relief from its landmark victory against the federal handgun purchase ban for 18-to-20-year-old adults. Despite the DOJ admitting the ban is unconstitutional, FPC argues the government cannot escape consequences without a permanent court order.

UNIT Solutions will exhibit at SWAT Roundup International 2026 in Orlando, Florida, November 8-13, showcasing the UNIT9 Compact Training Pistol and UNIT4 Training Rifle. The Florida SWAT Association recently partnered with UNIT Solutions to support non-lethal training needs, offering special discounts to FSA member agencies.

Staccato 2011 announced Range Week 2027, a four-day public live-fire event January 18–21, 2027, at Staccato Ranch Vegas in Pahrump, Nevada, featuring new product debuts, hands-on demonstrations from 35+ partner brands including Trijicon, Daniel Defense, and SilencerCo, and rare public access to signature HAVOC shooting courses led by Staccato Training Group.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks opens five grant application cycles on November 16, including the Recreational Trails Program ($1.5M), Montana Trails Stewardship Program ($2M), Off-Highway Vehicle Grant Program ($200K), Summer Motorized Trail Pass Grant Program ($300K), and Community Shooting Range Grant Program ($400K). Applications close January 15.

NRA Institute for Legislative Action Executive Director John Commerford stated that election results have put progressive majorities in control of Congress and state houses, threatening Second Amendment rights. The NRA pledges to fight in Congress, courts, and state legislatures to protect gun owners' rights and encourage pro-gun political engagement.

Leupold + Stevens, Inc. is hiring a Product Line Manager 1 based in Beaverton, Oregon with a salary range of $85,000-$105,000. The role involves leading strategic and operational efforts for mount systems and accessories product lines, including market research, product development, and lifecycle management across cross-functional teams.

Krieghoff International is seeking a full-time, entry-level Logistics Associate for its Shipping & Receiving Department in Ottsville, Pennsylvania. The position involves preparing shipments, receiving merchandise, and maintaining records. Interested candidates should email their resume to jobs@krieghoff.com.

ZeroTech Optics USA introduces the Thrive HD 6-24x50 – PHR 2, a 22.4-ounce hunting riflescope featuring 6-24x magnification, an Adjustable BDC Turret with five lockable markers, and a non-illuminated reticle designed for backcountry and long-range hunting.

Zanders, a national distributor based in Sparta, Illinois, now stocks the Nocpix MICRO 2 H25 and MICRO 2 ULTRA thermal optics. These next-generation thermal imaging systems offer advanced technology and multiple configuration options, functioning as helmet-mounted monoculars, clip-ons, handheld scanners, and weapon sights for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts.

The Double D Foundation's 2026 Annual Georgia Banquet raised $915,000 to support shooting teams and organizations. Founded by Cindy Daniel, the foundation has raised over $5.6 million since 2021, with corporate partners including Patriot Mobile, Brownells Foundation, and Davidson's supporting the mission to grow participation in shooting sports.

Blackout Coffee Co. has renewed its Silver level corporate partnership with the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF), providing monthly financial contributions to support the organization's legal and educational initiatives. Founded in 2018, Blackout Coffee continues its commitment to defending Second Amendment freedoms alongside SAF Executive Director Adam Kraut and co-owner Jared Yanis.

Meprolight USA celebrates the Marine Corps' 251st birthday and Veterans Day, honoring the service and sacrifice of military personnel. Merritt Burton, Customer Service Manager and Marine Corps veteran, emphasized the company's commitment to this legacy. Meprolight USA offers first responders 25% off at Meprolight.com.

Custom & Collectable Firearms unveiled the limited-edition Colt 1911 Dragon .38 Super, featuring polished blued finish with gold-plated dragon engravings, gold PVD controls, and authentic yellow iguana leather grips. Limited to 300 units, this striking take on the classic Government Model combines traditional Colt craftsmanship with detailed artistry.

XTech Tactical launched the X-CATCH FX, a machined-steel magazine release for Glock 43X and 48 pistols that uniquely accommodates both Glock OEM 15-round and Shield Arms S15 magazines. The $39.95 release features a proprietary beveled engagement face, extended button design, and reversible configuration for left- or right-handed shooters.

Shell Shock Technologies announced its .50 BMG NAS3 ammunition successfully completed belt-fed machine gun testing conducted by Detroit Ammo, with 10 consecutive rounds firing and cycling as designed. The nickel-stainless steel case offers 13.5 percent greater capacity than standard brass and is 40 percent lighter, with sample lot production expected to begin November 2026.

Remington Ammunition partners with Ruffland Kennels as an Official Remington brand licensee to create an exclusive collection featuring three kennel sizes, matching top trays, and the Water Hole in Remington's iconic green and sunflower yellow colors. The USA-made products are now available online.

Derya Arms announced the TM22 Pump, a magazine-fed .22 LR pump-action rifle available in 18-inch and 20-inch barrel configurations. The rifle features a threaded barrel, adjustable stock, and compatibility with TM22 box magazines, with an MSRP of $429.

BANISH Suppressors introduces the HD 762 INC, a 7.62 NATO/.308 Winchester suppressor made from 718 Inconel through additive manufacturing. Designed for AR-10s and 6mm AR-15s, it features controlled-flow technology delivering low back pressure while maximizing flash and sound suppression, with an MSRP of $1,129.

Warne has introduced the GuideLite Bipod, a lightweight carbon fiber bipod weighing 12.9 ounces designed for backcountry hunters. The bipod features rapid leg deployment, adjustable heights from 8-22 inches, and a quick-detach Picatinny-style mounting system with 60° of pan and cant adjustment.

Davidson's has expanded its inventory to include EOTECH's full line of DCBL suppressors, featuring Vent-Forward Technology for sound suppression and recoil mitigation. The DCBL 9PCC, DCBL 762, and DCBL 556 models are now available in FDE or black, with prices ranging from $999 to $1,099.

Kinsey's Inc., a leading outdoor sporting goods distributor, has partnered with Bearded Butchers, founded by brothers Seth and Scott Perkins. The partnership expands Kinsey's product offerings to include premium seasonings, meat-processing supplies, and cutlery, providing dealers with products that support the complete hunting experience from field to table.

German Precision Optics (GPO) announces a $100 MasterCard rebate on all GPO CENTURI Riflescope production models from November 15 through December 31, 2026. The CENTURI has received recognition from Field & Stream magazine and the NRA American Hunter's Golden Bullseye Award for 2026.

Crow Wholesale announced an exclusive MTP Holiday promotion featuring Diamondback products with special promotional pricing available November 2-8. The limited-time offer helps Crow Wholesale dealers prepare for the holiday selling season with access to select Diamondback products while supplies last.

Camfour, Inc. announced its 2027 Dealer Show scheduled for January 8-9 at the Hyatt Regency in Dallas, Texas. The industry-exclusive event will feature manufacturers, dealers, and partners showcasing new products, discussing market trends, and offering show-only deals and special pricing.

MyOutdoorTV presents Day 2 of the Major League Fishing Toyota Series Championship featuring Canadian angler Erik Luzak on November 6. The exclusive live stream offers viewers an unfiltered, real-time look at tournament fishing with Luzak sharing his decisions and experiences throughout the competition.

World Fishing Network presents "Reeling Around Wednesdays" featuring legendary anglers Bill Dance, Roland Martin, and Jimmy Houston alongside Captain Mike Anderson, Tyler and Sara Trampe, Jameson Redding, and Mark Courts sharing fishing tips and techniques across multiple classic programs.

GAME & FISH TV launches a "Tuesday Sport Hunting" block featuring waterfowl programming including Ducks Unlimited, RNT-V, The Fowl Life, Heartland Waterfowl, Winchester Deadly Passion, and Art of Wild. The free streaming channel, powered by Outdoor Sportsman Group, airs Tuesday nights 6:00-11:00 p.m. ET across multiple platforms including Roku, Prime Video, and Samsung TV Plus.

Weapon lights are one of those accessories that can make a big difference when you need them most. A firearm is only so useful in the dark, and being able to positively identify what you’re looking at is an important part of any defensive setup. Like most things in the gun industry, however, there are varying levels of quality and performance when it comes to weapon-mounted lights.

Today we’re looking at an affordable option from Olight. Some folks may turn their noses up at products made in China, and there are legitimate reasons to prefer domestically manufactured defensive equipment. But the market is changing, and dismissing good, affordable options based solely on where they’re made can mean overlooking some very useful equipment.

The Olight PL X 1200 is an interesting example. It’s a compact, rechargeable weapon light with a dual-beam design, allowing the user to switch between flood and spotlight illumination. It has an aluminum housing and an adjustable recoil lug to accommodate different pistol configurations.

Olight has developed a fairly recognizable approach to its products, and the PL X follows much of that same formula. Rather than relying on replaceable batteries, it incorporates an internal 960mAh lithium-ion polymer rechargeable battery. That’s one of those features that will either appeal to you or turn you away from the product altogether.

I keep several firearms equipped with lights around the house, so having one with an internal rechargeable battery isn’t concerning. Charging is easy through a USB-C port, meaning you can use the same cable that’s probably already sitting on your nightstand.

The PL X offers two different illumination patterns. The flood setting uses two smaller emitters to produce a broad beam, while the spotlight setting concentrates illumination into a more focused beam. Switching between the two is accomplished with a small sliding selector on the side of the housing. That gives the user some flexibility depending on the environment and the type of illumination needed.

The housing is constructed from 6061 aluminum with a Type III hard-anodized finish. Mounting is accomplished with a clamp-style system that tightens against the pistol’s accessory rail. The clamp screw can be operated with a flathead screwdriver, coin, or spent casing. One thing I noticed while tightening it was the built-in detent mechanism, which produces a ratcheting sensation as the screw is turned. This helps keep the mounting system secure.

Another useful feature is the adjustable recoil lug. Located in the mounting area, it allows the user to position the light along the rail to get the best fit for the host pistol. That can be particularly useful when trying to position the controls where they’re most accessible for your grip.

Speaking of controls, there are activation buttons on both sides of the housing, making the light equally accessible to either hand. Pressing and holding either button activates the light momentarily. Releasing the button shuts it off. A quick press and release instead activates constant illumination, which remains on until another press turns it off. Pressing both buttons simultaneously activates the strobe function.

The PL X 1200 offers a maximum flood output of 1,200 lumens and a spotlight output of 900 lumens. Maximum intensity is listed at 22,500 candela, with a claimed beam distance of 300 meters. Lower output settings provide 300 lumens in flood mode and 200 lumens in spotlight mode. Olight lists a maximum runtime of 145 minutes, although actual runtime will depend on the selected output setting.

The light measures 2.48 inches long and weighs 3.07 ounces. It’s rated IPX7 for water resistance and is designed to withstand drops from up to 1.5 meters. At an MSRP of $119.99 (there’s also a model with a green laser for $149.99), it falls into a fairly approachable price category for a rechargeable pistol light.

For my evaluation, I decided to mount the PL X on one of my carry pistols. This month that happened to be a Taurus GX4 Compact in .380 ACP. Installation was straightforward, requiring little more than a screwdriver and Allen wrench to get everything positioned just right. The adjustable recoil lug made it easy to find the right mounting position and I was able to get the controls situated where they were comfortable to reach.

The light extends slightly beyond the width of the pistol frame, although that’s not particularly unusual for a weapon light. It’s roughly comparable to several other lights I’ve used, including the Streamlight TLR-8. I also moved the PL X between several other pistols during the evaluation, including my Shadow Systems DR920 and Bear Creek Grizzly 101.

Over the course of a month, I had plenty of opportunities to use the light around the house and at work. Dark stairwells, hallways, and warehouse spaces provided some useful environments to evaluate its performance. My initial impression was that the light might not be quite as bright as I expected. However, after spending more time with it, I suspect that initial impression had more to do with the battery’s charge level or ambient lighting conditions. In genuinely dark environments, the PL X provides more than enough illumination for identifying objects and navigating unfamiliar spaces.

The two beam patterns are an interesting feature, although I found myself debating which one I preferred. The flood setting gives you a wider area of illumination, which is useful when you want to see more of your immediate surroundings. The spotlight concentrates the output into a brighter, narrower beam with more focused illumination. Both have their uses and I like having the ability to choose between them rather than being limited to a single beam pattern.

The controls on the PL X are great. Having activation buttons on both sides of the housing makes operation simple, regardless of which hand is being used. The momentary and constant-on functions are intuitive, and the selector for changing beam patterns is positioned where it’s easy to reach without being particularly vulnerable to accidental movement.

I also like the simplicity of the charging system. USB-C has become so commonplace, and being able to recharge the light without buying specialized batteries is convenient.

Of course, the internal battery does introduce a limitation. If the light runs out of power somewhere away from home, you can’t simply replace the battery and get back to work. You’ll need access to a charging source. That’s one of the compromises associated with rechargeable weapon lights, and it’s worth considering before making a purchase.

Compatibility is another consideration. The adjustable recoil lug makes the PL X adaptable to a wide variety of pistols equipped with compatible accessory rails. However, the additional width of the light can complicate holster selection. That isn’t a problem unique to Olight, but it’s something worth thinking about before mounting any light to a carry pistol. Fortunately, there are manufacturers producing holsters specifically designed around the PL X, including options from Rounded Holsters.

Durability seems reasonably good based on my time with the light. The aluminum housing feels solid, and the lenses appear comparable to those found on other weapon lights I’ve used. The IPX7 water-resistance rating and 1.5-meter drop rating also provide some reassurance. I haven’t subjected the PL X to the kind of abuse that would establish long-term durability, so I won’t pretend to know how it will hold up after years of hard use, but nothing about its construction gives me any reason for concern.

There are a few compromises worth considering. The internal battery means you’re dependent on recharging rather than carrying spare batteries. The light’s dimensions may also eliminate some holster options, particularly if you’re accustomed to carrying a pistol without an accessory attached. And while the PL X offers plenty of output for its intended purpose, those looking for a dedicated high-output illumination tool may want to consider larger options.

On the other hand, I find the overall package fairly appealing. The dual-beam system provides some useful flexibility, the ambidextrous controls are excellent, and the USB-C charging system is convenient. I’m honestly a little surprised that more established weapon-light manufacturers haven’t adopted some of the control options found on this light.

Again, there’s also a green laser version of the PL X for those who prefer the additional aiming option. It adds another layer of functionality while retaining the same general design of the standard model.

After spending a month with the Olight PL X 1200, I’ve come away fairly impressed. Its combination of output, compact dimensions, rechargeable power source, and selectable beam patterns makes it a useful addition to a variety of pistols. At a street price around $120, it’s also considerably easier on the wallet than some of the more expensive options in the weapon-light market.

It’s not without compromises, particularly when it comes to the internal battery and holster compatibility. But those are trade-offs rather than deal breakers, and whether they matter will depend largely on how you intend to use the light. For someone looking for an affordable, rechargeable pistol light with some useful features, the Olight PL X 1200 is worth a look. I certainly wouldn’t dismiss it simply because of where it was manufactured.

– Jeff Wood, Shooting News Weekly