Shotshow 2012 Round Up

I was not able to attend Shot Show this year, but I have scoured the internets to find the most epic and tacti-cool products.  Here are a few of my favorites:

Colt 1887 Bull Dog Gatling Gun

You may have witnessed this beast in the last season of Top Shot.  Those were relics left over from the Civil War (if I owned one I sure as hell wouldn't loan it out for a Top Shot challenge), but this is a genuine remake from Colt.  It weighs a scant 250 lbs, chambered in .45-70, and no word on pricing.  If you have a strong arm you can crank out about 800 rounds per minute.  This would make an epic edition to your ultra rich white guy gun and trophy room.  I wonder if this is Colt would be Cali legal...

Hat Tip: The Firearms Blog and Truth About Guns.

Tacti-cool Mossberg SPX

Is your cowboy lever action rifle looking a little to old school?  Not to worry, Mossberg is releasing a tactical version of their "classic" rifle.  Available in .22 or .30-30 Win, this urban cowboy rifle features the following: 6 position adjustable stock, flash suppressor/muzzle break, tri rail forend, and fiber optic sights.  Here is some copy from their official press release:

The SPX line combines the fast-handling, robust action of the 464 Lever-Action with many highly-desired features in two .22LR versions and two venerable .30-30 Win offerings. All four rifles have a 6-position, tactical-style adjustable synthetic stock; handy Picatinny tri-rail forend with rubber ladder rail covers; front and rear sling swivel studs; and durable matte blue metal finishes. The .22LR SPX rifle has a compact 18-inch barrel with rifle sights and a removable, ported muzzle brake version (thread protector included) is available. The receiver features dovetail-style mounts for ease of adding optics. With full-length mag tube, total capacity is 14. The centerfire version, chambered in .30-30 Win, features a compact 16 ¼-inch barrel with 1:10 twist rate; six-round total capacity; adjustable 3-dot fiber optic sights; and drilled/tapped receiver with scope rail included. Optional flash suppressor version is offered.

This would be an EPIC zombie hunting rifle.

Hat Tip: RomeoTangoBravo

Mad Hook Up

 Finally, a contender to Magpul's Ambidextrous Sling Attachment Point!  Magpul's version had a super annoying and loud ring that went between the sling and the actual mount.  The MAD Hook Up looks like a great product and doesn't require the removal the of the carbine stock receiver plate for installation.  This will work with most slings including the Magpul Multi Mission Sling.  You can expect the MAD Hook UP soon, and it should be available directly from Mission Adapted Design. 

Hat Tip: The Firearm Blog.

The MagPod

Speaking of Magpul, there this a cool PMAG floorplate replacement called the Magpod.  It offers a different angle so that you can use your magazine floorplate as a monopod of sorts.  No tools required for installation and the stippled side panels look really grippy. I feel like this would be a great addition for a range bench, but I wonder how good it would be for zombies and other tactical endeavors...  For more info visit the official MagPod site. You can expect this to be available mid 2012.

Hat Tip: GearScout and Chris Costa.

I'll keep you all updated as more I get info on other cool Shot Show Products.  Later on this week I have a few gun reviews coming so stay tuned!