Q3 2026: Firearm Units Down 7.8%, Suppressors Up 178.6%

Q3 2026 retail data shows firearm units down 7.8% while revenue held nearly flat - a mix shift toward lever-actions, premium handguns and suppressors that changes what dealers should stock and how customers find them.

By Claire Eason •

First Look: Springfield Armory Echelon Pro Pistols

Springfield Armory has just given three models of its 9mm Echelon pistol the Pro treatment. The post First Look: Springfield Armory Echelon Pro Pistols appeared first on Gun Digest.

By Adam Borisenko •

POTD: The Hi-Power in Desert Dress

John Moses Browning never saw this one coming. His 1935 design, finished after his death, has now picked up a Coyote Brown Cerakote coat that would look right at home on a dusty ridge in a spaghetti western, with Morricone whistling somewhere in the background.

By Eric B •

Contra Costa Sheriff Ends Red-Dot, Light and 1911 Carry Restrictions

In California, Contra Costa County’s sheriff has agreed to lift its concealed-carry permit restrictions on red-dot sights, weapon-mounted lights, and single-action-only 1911- and 2011-style pistols, according to the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) . SAF announced the settlement October 8....

By Josh C •

SIG Sauer Produces Its First Suppressor in Sweden

Each partner has a defined role. SIG Sauer supplies the product design and engineering behind its global defense portfolio. AMEXCI  manufactures the suppressor using industrial metal additive manufacturing at its production sites in Sweden and Finland. MP-SEC International  handles asse...

By Eric B •

COG: Build the Echelon Your Way

I have been fortunate enough to spend a lot of time with the Springfield Armory Echelon platform since it was first introduced. From the original 4.5F full-size pistol through the 4.0C compact, compensated and other configurations (such as the 4.0FC) that followed, I have reviewed and experimente...

By Scott Conditt •

POTD: The San Tan Tactical Valley 9

When a company famous for AR-15s and drop-in triggers decides to build a pistol, it feels a bit like a respected engine tuner rolling out its own car. You expect it to be quick, and you expect the details to be right. This is TFB's Photo of the Day, and the “car” in question is t...

By Eric B •
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