Installing a +2 or +3 basepad is a common, low-friction way to gain capacity and grip length - but it changes the magazine/handgun interface and can introduce new feeding or extraction issues.

When it comes to new innovations surrounding all of the passions that we as gun owners hold dear one that doesn’t get enough light shined on it would be motorsports. This is a vague and large category to include 4-wheelers, UTVs (like a Polaris Ranger), hot sports cars that we all hung posters of on our wall as teenagers, and even now something new called eBikes. We have all heard of electric cars, and an eBike (electric bike) is not that far off.

While out at SHOT Show 2022 this past week there was truly an avalanche of new products that were being debuted to the public from straight-pull bolt-action rifles to high-end components to modify your current firearms and even new silencer offerings. One of those new silencer offerings that caught our eye was from Silencer Central (formerly Dakota Silencer). They introduced their NEW Banish 338 and Banish 46 at SHOT Show’s “Industry Day at the Range” for all to see, handle, and shoot. We were authentically impressed so we thought we would share it with you as well.

When you jet out the door every morning there is a routine before you leave the house. It is the normal “pocket pat-down” for most of us. Did I remember to bring my phone, wallet, and keys? If you happen to be more vigilant about protecting yourself and those around you that “pocket pat-down” could be an even longer list: phone, wallet, keys, carry pistol, and knife.

Right now, we are at that pivotal turning point in the year where it has almost come to a close, and we are looking forward to the new year ahead. This can be a period of reflection from the past year, a time to spend more time with friends and family around the holidays, and also a period where we look forward to what the new year can bring. Hopefully, all of you reading this will be able to spend time with friends, family, and loved ones around Christmas and the holidays that are fast approaching. Let’s also look at this past year for what we have done at Tyrant Designs and even hope to bring you in the near future.