GLOCK Gen 4 Beavertail Grip
March 2, 2011 by GunSite SA
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At SHOT 2011, Glock displayed a new product: an add-on backstrap for the Gen 4 models that also featured a beavertail grip. This should interest those who have a problem with “slide bite” when shooting Glocks. The beavertail backstraps will be available in sizes/thicknesses that correspond to the “Medium” and “Large” backstraps that are already [...]
Smith & Wesson M&P22
January 16, 2011 by GunSite SA
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Smith & Wesson is set to announce the latest addition to the M&P line: the Smith & Wesson M&P 22. The new pistol is the same general size and shape of the company’s popular M&P line, but chambered in .22 LR, making for more affordable training and shooting. Two models will be introduced: one with [...]
Current Challenges Affecting the Firearms Licensing Processes
November 2, 2010 by GunSite SA
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Remarks by Minister of Police, E.N. Mthethwa, MP to the National Press Club on the current challenges affecting the SAPS fireams application and licensing processes. Sheraton Hotel, Pretoria 02 November 2010 Newly-appointed Deputy Minister of Police, Ms Magdeline Sotyu; National Police Commissioner of Police, General Bheki Cele; Secretary of Police, Ms Jenni Irish-Qhobosheane; Deputy Chairperson [...]
Remington Model 1911 R1™
May 16, 2010 by GunSite SA
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After almost a century, the Model 1911 R1 marks the Remington brand’s return to the manufacture of the legendary 1911 handgun. In 1917, the U.S. Ordnance Department issued an order to Remington-UMC to manufacture 500,000 1911s for our fighting men in the armed services. The first Remington-UMC produced 1911 pistols were delivered in August of [...]
Breakthrough MicroSight Technology Improves Iron Sights
May 15, 2010 by GunSite SA
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New optical technology from the Idaho National Laboratory could make a big improvement in non-telescopic iron sights. INL’s new “MicroSight” uses a Zone Plate design to focus light so that BOTH front sight-blade AND the target appear in sharp focus. This technology could be a major breakthrough for iron sights shooters, particularly older shooters whose eyes [...]
Fab Defense K.P.O.S
April 23, 2010 by GunSite SA
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A little bit about the Fab Defense KPOS Late 2009 we heard about FAB Defense working on a interesting new PDW System called the KPOS. In Early2010 We attended the Shot Show in the Las Vegas & after we visiting the FAB Booth we were convinced that they were onto something. We placed an initial order [...]
Is this Cool or What – Smith and Wesson M&P15-22P?
April 8, 2010 by GunSite SA
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Convert your Glock to an accurate assault rifle within seconds
March 15, 2010 by GunSite SA
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The #RONI (pat-pending) provides you a better grip, stability & platform to many accessories. Now you can use your pistol for a greater range, faster aiming, better accuracy. No pistol disassembly required - just “drop” it into the shell. It is mandatory that the pistol has the integrated below rail. 24cm upper flattop rail – allows [...]
Firearm Amnesty, GunSite™ South Africa’s interpretation
February 24, 2010 by GunSite SA
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“Ms Jenni Irish-Qhobosheane, Secretary of Police has requested that firearms organisations communicate a message of support for the amnesty as a measure to ensure responsible firearm ownership to firearms owners and the public.” The Minister of Police has by means of a publication in the Government Gazette, declared an Amnesty for a period of 90 [...]
Sabre Defence add gas piston AR15 rifles to their line
February 19, 2010 by GunSite SA
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Introducing the Sabre Gas Piston rifles Let the industry buzz begin: Sabre Defence has just upgraded three of our top carbines with a new state-of-the-art piston system that experts are already calling the best in the business. This historic breakthrough improves weapon function and reliability in dusty desert conditions, minimizing the need for cleaning due to carbon fouling. The [...]


