Category: Releases

Real Avid, the leader in DIY gun cleaning and maintenance tools, has launched the new Smart Assist mount series to give you an extra hand when you are occupied with the most tedious operations.

Real Avid’s new mount setups work with their magnetic stand-alone Smart Assist Dock, which can be mounted on any ferrous workbench. The Surface Mount comes in a pack of three for additional Smart Assist mounts. It can be mounted on any bench or wall via three included screws, allowing you to put your dedicated tools at odd angles where they are so often sorely needed.

In addition to the Surface Mount, the Smart Assist Magnet Mount is another option. It uses six magnets and can be quickly placed in the optimal place for light duties. The Smart Assist C-Mount functions just like a C-clamp would on a flat surface, and it comes with four mountable docks, two at the top of the mount and two at the bottom.

These new Smart Assist mounts are available and priced at $19.99, $29.99, and $24.99 for the Surface Mount, Magnet Mount, and C-Mount, respectively.

Vortex, a name synonymous with quality, has expanded its apparel lineup with two new sunglasses options. The new sunglasses were designed to give consumers a new option between hyper-tactical eyewear and usually uncomfortable safety eye protection.

The sunglasses are currently available in two models, the Banshee and the Jackal, and are constructed from ballistic-rated materials that hold up against vigorous activities. They feature polarized lenses that cut glare and reduce eye strain, while the anti-scratch coating helps lower the chance of obstructive marks for daily use. The lenses are also shatter-resistant to protect your eyes from impacts or high-speed projectiles.

“We’ve always been in the business of helping our customers see the world better, and now we’re taking that vision to a whole new level,” said Joe Hamilton, Vortex CEO. “This new eyewear category embodies the same commitment to quality, affordability, and customer satisfaction that has made us an industry leader in sport optics. And, backed by our legendary VIP Warranty, we guarantee to protect your eyewear for life.”

The Vortex sunglasses offer a lightweight and flexible design aimed at keeping you comfortable during all-day wear without strain. They include a non-slip bridge and temple pieces to keep them in place. As with many sunglasses and shooting glasses, the Vortex options offer 100% UV protection with an anti-reflective and smudge-resistant coating to reduce unnecessary reflections and blemishes.

The Banshee model is said to be comfortable enough for town visits but still withstand unexpected ricochets on the range, keeping your eyes protected in all scenarios. The Jackal model offers a go-anywhere style with the protection you need from start to finish. With a lifetime VIP Warranty from Vortex, the Banshee and the Jackal provide a casual look with the protection and quality you’d expect from the Vortex name. Both models are available with Smoke or Amber lenses and Black frames, while the Jackal shows an option for Blue Smoke lenses on the website. The Vortex sunglasses are available now with an MSRP of $179.99.

Volquartsen Firearms has announced the availability of its new Competition Bolt for the Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22, which was designed to enhance the reliability and performance of the M&P 15-22 rifle and 15-22 pistol.

The CNC-machined and DLC-coated bolt helps ensure flawless bolt operation with minimal lubrication and maintenance. It comes with the company’s Exact Edge Extractor already installed, and Volquartsen’s SureStrike Firing Pin is also included. Volquartsen’s Competition Bolt is also compatible with the factory bolt carrier, recoil spring, recoil rod, and recoil lug.

“I’m very excited about our Competition Bolt. The M&P 15-22 is a fun platform whether you’re out plinking or using it to train. Pair our new Competition Bolt with our Lightweight Carbon Fiber barrel, and you can take the 15-22 to another level,” said Volquartsen Marketing Director Chad Wittrock.

Competition Bolt for the Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 Features:

• Machined from 416 SS
• Heat treated
• DLC Finished
• Includes our firing pin and extractor (extractor, plunger, spring)
• Made in the USA

As Volquartsen Firearms noted on its website, nothing can ruin a day on the range faster than clearing failures to the feed or stove pipes. The Competition Bolt for the Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 could eliminate those issues so you can spend more time shooting. It is available now for $175 MSRP.