The Classic Firearms crew opens their SHOT Show 2025 day one recap by introducing the team and jumping straight into standout products. Ka highlights the golden CheyTac M200 Intervention and notes that an updated version of the Intervention was on display, with plans for future content tied to it on CF Contest. Ka then shifts to a Glock and Aimpoint collaboration featuring a closed emitter optic system. This compact closed emitter Aimpoint with an A-cut is described as small but robust, with clear glass, solid controls, and strong technology. Ka considers it one of the best current closed emitter optic setups due to its durability and optical clarity.
Josh focuses on a few handguns that stood out to him. He mentions the CZ B3, acknowledging that it may be difficult to obtain, but still considers it a notable highlight from the show. He also points to the MC9 Prime, calling it the better version within its line and something he genuinely liked. Grant adds another CZ entry with the CZ Shadow 2 Tactical, emphasizing its unusually long 6-inch barrel for a pistol. The extended barrel length is described as almost surprising in size, making the new Shadow 2 Tactical his top pick for day one due to its distinctive configuration and presence on the show floor.
Matt selects the Zev Technologies Heartbreaker as his primary highlight. This limited edition pistol features an oxblood red grip module and a glossy carbon-finished slide, giving it a distinctive appearance. He notes that it is a special run and mentions a collaboration with Iron Monkey, tying it back thematically to the CheyTac discussion earlier. For his second pick, Matt points to a new Hi-Point pistol version of their carbine. He explains that the rear of the pistol uses a Picatinny rail section that allows the use of a buffer tube or a folding stock adapter. Because it is a 13.5-inch pistol, it is intended to be used with a brace rather than a stock, and he plans to visit the Hi-Point booth on day two.
Grant circles back to the golden CheyTac Intervention as an impressive display piece but chooses to highlight something different for his main pick. He focuses on the Winchester safes and Hornady safes that he and Brandon examined on the show floor. They filmed content around these storage solutions, noting features that stood out enough to warrant a dedicated segment. Grant mentions a pull-out style safe that Ryan initially walked past, prompting him to bring Ryan back to see how the mechanism worked. The segment underscores that secure storage products from Winchester and Hornady were a noteworthy part of their day one experience, even alongside high-profile firearms.
Ryan closes the recap with details on the Staccato HD line configured to use Glock magazines. He notes that this model accepts Glock mags but is limited to a 17+1 capacity and uses a 12-degree grip angle, which he prefers over the typical 22–21 degree Glock grip angle. The pistol features an island front sight that remains stable and visible during rapid fire. Additionally, the rear sight is positioned in front of the red dot optic, placing the red dot closest to the shooter. Ryan explains that this layout helps keep dust and debris off the optic by using the rear sight as a barrier, reducing how quickly the red dot lens becomes dirty. The team then wraps up, mentioning the late hour and their fatigue after a full first day on the SHOT Show floor.
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