Swampfox Saber 5X Prism and Offset Pistol Dot
Day three, part two of SHOT Show 2022 opens with the host setting expectations and asking viewers which products they want to see carried on the channel. After a quick mention of Lancer magazines and some playful banter, the team heads back onto the show floor. At the Swampfox booth, the host reunites with a returning Swampfox representative who walks through two new products, starting with the Saber 5X prism scope. He explains that many viewers will already know the Trihawk 3X, which has a 10-degree field of view and lets you see about 52 feet at 100 yards. The Saber is essentially a scaled-up version, described as a big, robust “thick boy” or “Thickhams,” but still lighter than a low-power variable optic and mount. The Saber maintains a true 5X magnification and delivers a very wide field of view for its class—about 30.9 feet at 100 yards—compared to the roughly 20–23 feet typical of other prism scopes. It is positioned as a medium-range master for engagements from around 100 to 500 yards, with the Swampfox rep noting he runs one on his AK at home and finds 300-yard hits surprisingly easy, even with the arcing trajectory of 7.62. The optic is priced at about $389, offering a simple, rugged 5X prism solution that still comes in just under the weight of a comparable LPVO setup, though it is over 20 ounces and unapologetically chunky. To address the inherent limitation of fixed 5X magnification at close range, they demonstrate a Sentinel pistol red dot mounted offset on the right side of the Saber, with a mirrored plate on the left side for southpaw shooters. The mount is ambidextrous, and the rep jokes that a “high roller” could even run a dot on each side under the philosophy that two is one and one is none. Using a deactivated rifle on the show floor, he shows how a shooter can look through the 5X optic for distance, then simply roll the rifle to pick up the offset dot for fast, close-range snap shots. The host comments on how good the user experience and sight picture are through the Saber, and they wrap this segment by reaffirming that this setup gives shooters a wide-field, medium-range prism with a practical, quick-transition solution for up-close work.
Swampfox Kraken and Smith & Wesson CSX Micro 9mm
The coverage continues at Swampfox with the Kraken closed-emitter pistol optic. Kraken features a large window, a 3 MOA dot, and a rugged 7075 aluminum housing. It uses a side-mounted CR2032 battery with multi-year life and tactile 0.5 MOA adjustment clicks, and is available in red or green. A key selling point is its native compatibility with both RMR and Glock MOS footprints, letting users gain closed-emitter durability without switching to an Acro-style slide cut. Mounted on the Wolverine Glock slide, the Kraken is shown as part of a complete package compatible with Glock 19 and 17 Gen 3, Poly80, and Nomad frames, with co-witness iron sight options in tritium or fiber optic. The scene then shifts to Smith & Wesson’s CSX, a metal-frame micro 9mm carry pistol offering 10+1 or 12+1 capacity, a roughly 5-pound trigger, fully ambidextrous controls including a swappable mag release, 1911-style safety operation, and interchangeable backstraps for better fit and deeper concealment.
30 Super Carry Shield Plus and EZ, S&W Volunteer ARs, EMP Shield
Smith & Wesson’s Shield Plus in 30 Super Carry is highlighted next. The new Federal cartridge allows capacity to jump from 13+1 in 9mm to 15+1 in 30 Super Carry while retaining the same frame size. The updated slide cut now accepts micro red dots like the Holosun 507K, modernizing the platform. The Shield EZ in 30 Super Carry is presented as a soft-recoiling, single-stack option that moves from 8 to 10 rounds, with recoil comparable to the .380 EZ. It keeps the EZ line’s manual safety, grip safety, and internal safety, making it ideal for shooters with reduced hand strength or difficulty racking slides. Attention then turns to Smith & Wesson’s Volunteer MSR line, including the Volunteer XB, which upgrades the popular Sport 2 with new furniture, a flat-face trigger, B5 grip and stock, a Bravo Company M-LOK forend, and an optics-ready upper without an A-post front sight. The Volunteer Pro Series adds a B5 SOPMOD stock, Radian Raptor ambidextrous charging handle, metal flip-up sights, a free-floated 16-inch mid-length barrel, PWS muzzle brake, and a refined flat-face mil-spec trigger around 4.5 pounds. The segment closes with EMP Shield’s Andrew explaining their military-certified EMP protection for vehicles, homes, generators, solar, and infrastructure, supported by endorsements from Horny Mike of Counting Cars and Chris Kael of Five Finger Death Punch, who emphasize U.S. manufacturing and veteran ownership.
TR9 PCC with Taran Tactical and TriggerTech Rolling-Friction Triggers
A veteran-owned, U.S.-made company is briefly featured for its protective stage equipment, tied to a limited-time guitar giveaway at the booth. The focus then shifts to Taran Butler of Taran Tactical, showcasing a TR9 9mm PCC design. Taran highlights its light weight, integrated magwell, and correct feed angles that help prevent nose-down jams. The rifle sports a Smoke Composites forearm and an integrated barrel compensator with an optional forward-venting brake. Its short-stroke action is praised for reliability, with Taran noting it can keep running even with a broken extractor. At the TriggerTech booth, Mark explains their rolling-friction trigger technology, which replaces traditional sliding sear surfaces with a roller. This design delivers zero creep, a crisp break, longer service life, and better resistance to dust and contaminants. TriggerTech offers models for bolt actions like Remington 700s, Weatherby, and Model 7s, as well as AR-9/10/15 platforms with their own safety. New products include Ruger RPR triggers in Diamond and Special series with lower pull weights, skeletonized flat and curved levers, a Tikka trigger, and a forthcoming Glock trigger using a novel internal approach.
B&T RBS Suppressors and SQD Tri-Lug Can
The host teases Gun Owners of America staff with exclusive green Lancer magazines, joking about their proven reliability and quizzing them on correct answers. At the B&T booth, Chris explains that B&T is the largest suppressor manufacturer in the world and an OEM supplier for Glock, HK, FN, and Beretta. To serve the U.S. market, they are replicating Swiss-made suppressors domestically using identical machines, materials, and Swiss-trained technicians. Chris introduces B&T’s RBS (Reduced Back Pressure System) suppressors, developed in 2013 to address health hazards from prolonged suppressed fire. RBS cans cut back pressure at the ejection port by about 40 percent, improving shooter health and parts life without compromising reliability. Specific products include an RBS rifle can around $950 with multiple mounting options: direct thread, A2 birdcage QD, and Rotex/Surefire SOCOM-compatible mounts. A .22 suppressor with polymer baffles is mentioned at roughly $268, and Chris notes France purchasing 30,000 units. The segment also previews a new SQD RBS 9mm/.45 tri-lug suppressor with a cam-lock system for rapid, secure attachment to an A2 flash hider or tri-lug interface.
B&T SPC9, APC Pro Rifles, and Premier Body Armor Cooling
B&T’s new SQD RBS suppressor for 9mm and .45 is demonstrated in detail, using a tri-lug adapter and cam system that impresses the host with its speed and solidity. Its retail or MAP price is stated at about $650. The discussion moves to the SPC9 series, which blends AR-15 ergonomics with subgun characteristics. The SPC9 uses a blowback system paired with a hydraulic buffer to dramatically reduce felt recoil. It offers dual charging handles, fully ambidextrous controls, and a serialized upper that allows easy magwell swaps. Configurations can accept B&T, Glock, or Sig P320/M17/M18 magazines, and one of the five initial models is integrally suppressed with a ported barrel. B&T’s APC 223, APC 300, and APC 308 rifles are shown with “Pro” updates, including non-reciprocating dual folding charging handles, an ambidextrous Pro lower that accepts various AR pistol grips, a lightened M-LOK handguard, and a new folding, telescopic stock with adjustable cheek riser. The segment closes at Premier Body Armor, where the representative explains that traditional armor is highly insulative, trapping body heat and becoming increasingly uncomfortable over time, setting up their cooling-focused solution.
Eclipses Armor Cooling, GOA Priorities, and Modlite Pistol Light
Premier Body Armor’s solution to heat buildup is a cooling product called Eclipses, described as similar to advanced cooling bedding material. These inserts are designed to pull heat away from the wearer, providing more comfortable, continuous cooling under body armor during extended wear. The coverage then shifts to Gun Owners of America, presented as a no-compromise gun rights organization focused on preserving, protecting, and restoring Second Amendment rights. Their current legislative priority is defending the U.S. Senate filibuster to prevent easier passage of federal gun control measures. GOA’s work advancing constitutional carry at the state level is highlighted, with constitutional carry explained as allowing individuals to carry a firearm without mandatory classes or extra fees, treating carry as a right rather than a licensed privilege. The segment concludes with an introduction to Modlite, emphasizing their branding and the Mod Pistol light. This weapon light uses high-performance heads, features an intuitive rear switch likened to a Radian safety, and is compatible with Safariland holsters and various aftermarket accessories available through their website.
Modlite Modular Ecosystem and Next-Gen HOG and Legacy Enhanced Lines
Modlite’s modular weapon light ecosystem is explored in depth. Their rear switch, compared to a Radian-style safety, offers intuitive activation and works with Safariland holsters. Modlite collaborates with aftermarket companies like Unity Tactical and HRF Concepts to expand mounting and control options. The ModButton and ModButton Lite pressure pads are detailed, featuring integrated Scout mounts and rail grabbers. Combined with accessories such as the HRF Concepts Hunchback, users can run separate controls for laser and white light. Current light offerings include PLHv2 heads rated at 1,350 lumens and 54,000 candela, with multiple body lengths and colors. A new dual-lead ModButton Light can simultaneously activate a laser and white or IR illumination, supporting both duty and civilian night-vision setups. Upcoming products include the HOG line using a 21700 battery body to power next-generation heads targeting at least 120,000 candela and 1,200 lumens, roughly double the OKW’s performance. A “booster” body is planned to provide about 50 percent more runtime. The Legacy Enhanced line is designed to modernize older 16 mm legacy bodies from brands like Arisaka and SureFire by replacing their underperforming front-end components.
Modlite Legacy Heads and Aimpoint Acro P2, Duty RDS, Comp M5B
Modlite explains new light heads tuned for CR123 batteries and 16 mm legacy bodies from manufacturers such as SureFire and Arisaka. These heads allow users to achieve modern Modlite performance without replacing existing bodies, with a retail price around $209. The host mentions a high-end AR build giveaway that includes a Modlite and ModButton. At the Aimpoint booth, the Acro P2 pistol optic is introduced, featuring a larger CR2032 battery, improved keypad, brighter dot, and a 5-year constant-on battery life compared to the original Acro. Aimpoint also showcases the Duty RDS, a forged-body red dot with recessed tooled turrets, a digital keypad, an absolute co-witness mount, and a 3-year battery life, positioned at a $499 price point aimed at law enforcement and budget-conscious agencies. The Comp M5B is presented with ballistic turrets, including user-customizable options, allowing shooters to dial ranges and switch between super and subsonic 300 Blackout loads. It runs on a AAA battery with up to 5-year battery life and carries an MSRP of $1,146, targeting professional and enthusiast users who want turret-based holds in a red dot platform.
Aimpoint PRO, Cordova Financing, and Attack Pak Curved Battle Belt
The Aimpoint PRO optic receives brief closing praise as a durable, battle-hardened favorite, even if it is older and somewhat bulky compared to newer models. The discussion then shifts to Cordova financing, where customers can click the Cordova option on product pages or at checkout, enter four basic data points for a quick pre-approval, review available offers, and receive an instant decision through a streamlined process. Next, Attack Pak presents its curved battle belt system. The belt uses laser-cut, space-age thermoplastics and an ergonomic curved design to prevent the belt from digging into the hips. It employs an inner/outer belt setup, with a lighter-gauge stiffener that makes it more comfortable for concealed carry while still supporting gear. A sponsored athlete describes using the Attack Pak belt and pack in the grueling Sniper Adventure Challenge, covering roughly 70 miles in two days. The structural, curved belt eliminated shoulder fatigue and hot spots, outperforming other packs from brands like Kifaru International and KUIU in demanding, real-world endurance conditions.
MATBOCK Ghost Gear, Berserker Plate Carrier, Stretchers, and Sautel Belt
Attack Pak coverage wraps up by emphasizing that the system must be extremely durable and reliable for long, demanding events where pack failure would prevent a competitor from effectively carrying or using a rifle. The focus then moves to MATBOCK and its proprietary Ghost material, which is lightweight, hydrophobic, and very strong. Ghost is used across products like stretchers, plate carriers, and backpacks. The Berserker plate carrier is showcased at about 14 ounces, featuring wide shoulder straps, a kangaroo pouch, modular mag or zipper pouches, and carbon fiber in the cummerbund. Its hydrophobic properties make it suitable for both land and maritime operations. MATBOCK’s ultra-light stretchers and a sub-5-pound, 7.5-foot ladder system are described, using carbon fiber poles for dual-use as both ladder and stretcher support. The new Sautel or Sauttera belt system is introduced, employing a thin Velcro underbelt and modular leg loops to create a removable sit harness. This allows users to have rappelling capability without wearing a full harness all day, improving comfort and flexibility for mission profiles.
Modular Belt Cage System, Charger Eclipse NVG Protection, and Galil Close
MATBOCK’s modular belt “cage” system is explained as a way to hard-mount all pouches and gear to a removable frame. Users can quickly swap complete loadouts for different roles—such as medic, breacher, or maritime—without reconfiguring the belt or removing their pistol. The Charger Eclipse NVG accessory is then showcased. Designed for night vision devices like PVS-31s, it uses Gorilla Glass to protect expensive tubes from scratches and damage. The Eclipse incorporates an adjustable iris, typically kept at its smallest setting to control light and increase depth of field. This allows everything from about three inches to infinity to be in focus, enabling clear viewing of instruments, watches, GPS units, and even handgun iron sights under night vision. While some consider the Eclipse expensive at $250 per unit or $500 per pair, it is framed as a worthwhile investment to protect roughly $4,000 NVG tubes. The video closes with playful banter about guessing a “proven reliable” rifle—hinted as Israeli and “AK but better”—leading to the Galil. They reference prior Galil content, mention exclusive hard-to-find magazines, and officially wrap up day three coverage.
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