Spotlight New Gear
March/April 2025 Issue
Guns and the gear to carry and outfit them.
Check out 2025’s latest.
Echelon 4.5F 9mm Pistol with Manual Safety
Springfield Armory
The manual safety of the Echelon 4.5F 9mm Pistol is frame-mounted at the rear of the frame. It’s ambidextrous, easy to engage/disengage and matches the pistol’s texture. The patent-pending Central Operating Group is a self-contained and serialized stainless steel chassis that moves between available grip modules in seconds. The Echelon with Manual Safety features U-Dot tritium/luminescent sights and a 4.5″ hammer-forged barrel. It comes with one 17- and one 20-round magazine. MSRP: From $679. For more info: (800) 680-6866, Springfield-Armory.com
Conquest HDX
ZEISS
The Conquest HDX family of binoculars is available with three objective lens diameters (32 mm, 42 mm and 56 mm), each with 8X and 10X magnification. The 56 mm model is also available with 15X magnification. The binoculars deliver optical quality and 90% light transmission resulting in vibrantly sharp images, even in low-light conditions. ZEISS FieldFlattener Technology ensures high resolution over the entire field of view. The Conquest HDX has robust mechanical construction and durable, lightweight magnesium housing. The binoculars are waterproof, fog proof and shockproof. MSRP: About $999. For more info: (800) 233-2343, ZEISS.com
EcoCarry
1791 Outdoor Lifestyle Group
1791 Outdoor Lifestyle Group’s EcoCarry line of IWB holsters is made from a synthetic leather-like material. A sturdy, spring steel belt clip accommodates belts up to 1.5″ wide and keeps the holster and handgun securely in place. A high-tang sweat guard blocks moisture and sweat, and the abrasion-resistant material protects the firearm’s finish. The holsters are also optics-ready in several sizes, capable of accommodating most rear-mounted red dot sights. MSRP: $19.99. For more info: (800) 407-1791, 1791gunleather.com
WL11 Rail Mounted Tactical Light
NEXTORCH Industries
The high-output rechargeable WL11 Rail Mounted Tactical Light features a toggle switch positioned just the right distance from the trigger for comfort. The 650-lumen beam casts the ideal amount of illumination in low-light situations. The WL11 is a powerful weapon light weighing only 2.6 oz. and runs approximately 1.5 hours on a full charge. Compatible with MIL-STD-1913 and GLOCK rails. MSRP: $107.99. For more info: Nextorch.com
DXT2 PRO Series
XS Sights
XS Sights introduces its DXT2 PRO Series night sights for self-defense, offering increased durability and corrosion resistance. The PRO Series has a green glow dot front sight delivering high contrast in bright light while glowing extremely bright in low light. The DXT2 PRO Series sights have a large tritium front sight with dual-illumination technology and a rear tritium stripe for fast and easy vertical alignment. Currently available for a variety of GLOCK models. MSRP: $153.99, For more info: (888) 744-4880, XSSights.com
Blodjeger Flannel Jacket
VIKTOS
The Blodjeger Flannel Jacket from VIKTOS features Heritage flannel poly/spandex chassis and interior stretch panels for a dynamic range of motion. FiteLite insulation in the body and sleeves offers warmth and comfort. Reinforced forearm and shoulder overlays hold up well to activity, and Gunvent sidearm access zippers keep a hip-mounted firearm in reach. Zippered chest and hand pockets keep items from falling out, and hidden loop panels secure holsters and crucial EDC items. Hidden chest snaps eliminate the possibility of snagging on bowstrings or rifle stocks. MSRP: $156. For more info: (800) 597-7179, VIKTOS.com
BE:1 Ozone 8K Bag + Radial Nano Combo
ScentLok
The BE:1 Ozone 8K Bag + Radial Nano Combo is a gear storage bag to deliver odor-destroying ozone and proven-deadly Carbon Alloy odor adsorption. The included OZ Radial Nano rechargeable ozone generator is designed with simple, one-button operation and extreme portability, emitting and distributing the right amount of ozone to attack and destroy odors throughout the bag’s 8,000 cubic-inch interior. MSRP: $349.99. For more info: ScentLok.com
Defender-XL
Vortex Optics
The ultra-wide sight window of the Defender-XL from Vortex significantly enhances the field of view, leading to faster speed to target, quicker and more accurate follow-up shots. Other key benefits include 7075 aluminum housing, an ultra-wide aspherical lens, advanced ShockShield polymer insert, Fast-Rack textured front face, 12 brightness settings, auto shutoff, motion activation, DeltaPoint Pro footprint and 5 or 8 MOA red dot options. MSRP: $599. For more info: (800) 486-7839, VortexOptics.com
M81 Dip Pattern
MKS Supply
Hi-Point Firearms, marketed by MKS Supply, now offers its M81 Dip Pattern for a large selection of the Hi-Point handguns and carbine rifles, including the YC9, JHP Gen 2 45, 995TS Carbine Rifle, 4595TS Carbine Rifle and 1095TS Carbine Rifle. For more info: (877) 425-4867, MKSupply.com
Chest Rig Nomad
CrossBreed Holsters
CrossBreed’s Chest Rig Nomad is a holstering solution for outdoor adventurers with full-size backpacks or daypacks. The Nomad features three adjustable hook-and-loop straps that secure the system between a backpack’s shoulder straps. Designed as a universal fit for most packs, it places the handgun high on the torso for comfortable all-day carry and quick access. The handgun-model-specific rugged Kydex pocket fitted to a leather backer distributes pressure and fully supports the handgun to eliminate uncomfortable “hot spots” and pressure points. MSRP: $114.95. For more info: (888) 732-5011, CrossBreed.com
Stiletto Pro II
SureFire
SureFire’s Stiletto Pro II boasts twin Hybrid Beam optics delivering a concentrated 35,000-candela beam, illuminating subjects 375 meters away. The compact light’s tactical tail switch instantly activates high output. The integrated USB-C rechargeable lithium polymer battery is environmentally friendly and reduces operational cost and the LED fuel gauge allows easy tracking of battery charge/discharge status. The Melonite-coated, spring steel pocket clip can be positioned for bezel-up or bezel-down carry and the mil-spec hard-anodized aluminum body is corrosion resistant and passes IPX7 water testing to one meter for 30 minutes. MSRP: $379. For more info: (800) 828-8809, SureFire.com
Scout 25 Ammo Cabinet
Steelhead Outdoors
Built for secure ammunition storage, the Scout 25 Ammo Cabinet from Steelhead Outdoors has four heavy-duty, all-metal, full-width, adjustable shelves and can be further customized with additional shelves, door organizer panels and exterior accessories. It is constructed with 14-gauge steel and patent-pending vertical beam locking technology. Measures 25″ W x 60″ H x 15″ D and weighs 175 lbs. MSRP: $1,600. For more info: (612) 326-4244, Steelheadoutdoors.com
Whitetail Nivor Jacket
TUO Gear
The Whitetail Nivor Jacket is designed for the late-season whitetail hunter. This high-performance parka has microberber fleece with DWR, brushed tricot with DWR, Sherpa fleece with a 2L lamination, Polygiene Freshness and AeroGuard Windproof nano-grid fleece with a 2L lamination. The Nivor Jacket is built with Paralite synthetic insulation, strategically zoned with more in the core and less in the extremities and lower torso to reduce bulk. MSRP: $299.99. For more info: TUOGear.com
CarryKeeper
CarryKeeper
It’s easy to use: Slip CarryKeeper on your belt then hook it to your belt loop. Now you can unbuckle your belt without your holster slipping away. It’s practical, durable and reliable. Made of high-strength carbon, CarryKeeper works best on leather and canvas belts. MSRP: $19.95 for a single pack; $29.95 for a two-pack. For more info: CarryKeeper.com, [email protected]