Anyone have anything to report from Shot Show 2025?
Not in the industry, I did not go but thought I would start the ball rolling with this video. I imagine there will be more from others but this one was interesting to me.
If you guys find anything new and cool let's hear about it. I found out about a new-to-me cartridge 7MM Back Country. Athlon has a new Chrono like the Garmin for $350. ....more
January 24, 2025, 10:47 AM
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At the 2025 SIG SAUER SHOT Show Range Day, SIG unveiled a revolutionary pair of optics and rangefinding technology: the MGO (Machine Gun Optic) and WARP (Weapon Attached Ranging Platform).
Still in prototype form, these systems promise to change the way machine gunners engage long-range targets. Having had the chance to test out the system myself, I was able to get a glimpse at just how well it can perform in real-world conditions.
The MGO is designed for machine gun use, but its technology has broader potential. This unique optic features dual reticles. One reticle is used to aim the laser, while the other is an adjustable, disturbed reticle that communicates with the WARP system to provide an immediate ballistic solution.
Atmospheric conditions like temperature, pressure, and humidity are taken into account, eliminating the need for shooters to manually adjust for these factors.
What’s impressive is how this optic takes all that data and delivers a precise solution directly to the red dot. When shooting at extreme distances, like the 1500+ yards 338 Norma Mag is designed to handle, the MGO ensures you aren’t holding over or guessing your shot.
You simply get the solution, the dot shows you where to aim, then you fire. This is critical when every second counts.
What’s impressive is how this optic takes all that data and delivers a precise solution directly to the red dot. When shooting at extreme distances, like the 1500+ yards 338 Norma Mag is designed to handle, the MGO ensures you aren’t holding over or guessing your shot.
That is indeed impressive. Does it deal with windage also?
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January 24, 2025, 02:25 PM
nhtagmember
Barrett had a similar system called BORS. I looked at getting one for my 338 but no joy so it will be interested in reading more about the WARP package
January 24, 2025, 06:16 PM
flesheatingvirus
I can't wait to see comparison videos of the Garmin and the Rangecraft. The price is tempting, but I want more information first.
That new CZ pistol is SEXY.
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January 24, 2025, 08:51 PM
1s1k
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Originally posted by flesheatingvirus: I can't wait to see comparison videos of the Garmin and the Rangecraft. The price is tempting, but I want more information first.
That new CZ pistol is SEXY.
I thought so to but it’s a target pistol in 2025 and it’s not cut for optics. Major mistake in my opinion. I’m hoping this is just for limited class and an optics ready gun will be coming next. Why not make all of the target pistols optic ready though. If the class doesn’t allow it you don’t have to put one on it.
January 24, 2025, 11:49 PM
DanH
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Originally posted by 1s1k: I thought so to but it’s a target pistol in 2025 and it’s not cut for optics. Major mistake in my opinion. I’m hoping this is just for limited class and an optics ready gun will be coming next. Why not make all of the target pistols optic ready though. If the class doesn’t allow it you don’t have to put one on it.
To be honest, I haven't really been impressed with CZ's optic cuts for a while. Something interesting Kriss is doing with the CZ pattern is the Kymera. This is the best video I've found, but they're going with the Agency Arms AOS cut like Springfield uses on the Prodigy. This is the best video I've found on it, but it's not great. They did leave out that you can also convert the gun from DA/SA to SAO as well.
January 25, 2025, 06:24 AM
92fstech
That's pretty slick! I like that modular grip solution.
January 25, 2025, 06:50 PM
straightshooter1
I'm guessing there must not be much (or any) exciting things from Glock or Sig in carry guns, but I'm still gonna stay tuned in case you folks find some.
Bob
January 27, 2025, 09:31 AM
smschulz
The American made DOT that Q mentioned somewhere else, made here in Houston.
January 27, 2025, 09:48 AM
JonDaddy82
I'm not sure why, but this compact thermal sight is just cool as hell to me:
Did they say the CZ Target was coming to the US? Can't watch the video at work, but last i I saw it was Europe only. And I don't want an optic cut. I think they look stupid and everybody wants to put the rear sight on the plate. For those of us still shooting irons, it just isn't my taste.