GUNS 2022

by Eve Flanigan

If there’s a term that can describe the industry’s focus in the past year, it’s “supply chain issues.” These range from the availability and cost of raw materials and parts to building sufficient firearms to maintain inventory at the retail level. That’s one reason retailers saw so few new products released in 2021. It’s difficult to stop or reduce production of core products to begin production of a new firearm when demand is so high for existing products. But in 2022, retailers will begin to see more new models hit the market. Many of these will be line extensions, but there are a few surprises that should whet the appetite of your customers. Here are some of the highlights.

Browning is introducing two new line extensions of its popular X-Bolt Series. The X-Bolt Mountain Pro sports a carbon-fiber barrel that lightens the package. The barrel includes a muzzle brake and thread protector. Weather resistance is given consideration via the stainless-steel receiver, available in two Cerakote finishes. It also has a Picatinny rail for a bipod. SRP: $2,479.99-2,499.99.

The X-Bolt Speed gets the company’s OVIX camo with bronze Cerakote finish. Its fluted, sporter-contour barrel is threaded. Browning includes both a thread protector and a muzzle brake with purchase. SRP: $1,339.99-1,379.99.

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The Bushmaster 450 is a gas-driven carbine. As the name implies, it’s chambered for the company’s straight-walled namesake big-game cartridge. The Bushmaster 450 has an A2-style stock and grip, 14-inch free-floating BFI rail, and M-Lok handguard. A Snake Charmer muzzle brake is included to tame recoil. The trigger is a two-stage DM2S. It ships with a five-round aluminum magazine. SRP: $1,329.99.

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Cadex Defense is a chassis-gun manufacturer based in Quebec. Its U.S. civilian market headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. In 2022 it will offer new additions to its family of long-range precision rifles. The CDX-SS Seven S.T.A.R.S. (Sport and Tactical Application Rifle System) Pro is designed for precision-match competitors. As such, it features a skeletonized stock with almost unlimited adjustability, a 16-inch Bartlein barrel, a futuristic-looking receiver equipped with an adjustable magazine catch, and numerous other upscale features. Several brilliant Cerakote finishes will be offered. Chamberings will include .223 Rem., 6BR, 6 DASHER, 6 Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5x47 Lapua and .308 Win. Booth #70423

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The Scout series is a lightweight version of the company’s Ridgeline rifle. Each field-ready Ridgeline Scout has a free-floated, stainless 16-inch barrel wrapped in carbon fiber. A threeprong flash hider sits over the suppressor-ready threads. The action is topped by a 0-MOA rail, and the rifle also has a large, skeletonized bolt handle and a TriggerTech flat-shoe trigger. An AICS-compatible detachable magazine is included. The rifle comes with a sub-MOA guarantee. Available in .223 Rem., 300 Blackout, 6.5 Creedmoor and .308 Win. SRP: $2,199.

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The new 600 Series of rifles includes four models, covering a wide range of stock materials, barrel profiles, action lengths and cartridge combinations. User-friendly options include an adjustable trigger, 60-degree bolt throw, and the ability to swap caliber without a gunsmith, using an optional conversion kit.

Since reliability was a vital consideration, CZ selected the controlled-round feed design for cycling consistency. A quiet, two-position safety complements this action. The 60-degree bolt throw increases clearance between the bolt and optic, allowing for larger scopes. In addition, it cycles considerably faster than traditional designs. All models use an oversized bolt knob for improved control with gloved hands. There are four models: Alpha, Lux, Range and Trail. The Alpha has an aluminum receiver and black soft-touch synthetic stock. Chamberings range from .223 Rem. to .300 Win Mag. Classic wood furniture dresses up the Lux. It includes a steel receiver, wooden stock with Schnabel tip, and an oversized wooden bolt knob. The Lux is chambered for four popular hunting cartridges from .223 Rem. to .300 Win. Mag. The Range model features a steel receiver, heavy barrel and laminate wood stock with a toolless height-adjustable cheekpiece and is chambered in .308 Win and 6mm. The Trail is a super-lightweight rifle built with an aluminum receiver, polymer chassis and aluminum forend with an M-Lock interface. The Trail is chambered in .223 Rem or 7.62x39 and uses AR-15 or Bren 2 magazines. It also features familiar AR-15 controls (safety and mag release). SRP: $749-1,119. Booth #12654

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H&K may just have the year’s most notable fun-first entry with a rifle variant of its venerable MP5 — chambered in .22LR. The guns are made in partnership with Umarex of Germany and distributed via HK’s USA headquarters. The MP5 22 sports a barrel sleeve to lend the classic MP5SD look, sans the expense and recoil of the original submachine gun. It’s also suppressor-ready. SRP: $479. Booth #12227

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The new Model 21 is a feature-rich production firearm that has the feel and performance of a custom build. The heart of the rifle is a new Model 21 action, which has been designed in collaboration with Mack Brothers, a South Dakota shop with a growing reputation for building some of the finest rifle actions in the industry, including their popular EVO action. The Model 21 blends the best features of the EVO with unique Nosler-engineered customizations, delivering a solid foundation for peak performance right out of the box.

Another key feature is a spiral, fluted, one-piece nitride-coated bolt made of 4340 chrome-moly steel. In addition to a sleek look and nearly effortless functioning, the fluted design provides a reduction in weight and helps to channel debris, preventing the bolt from jamming in environments where dirt and sand are an issue. In line with the M21 action’s practical design philosophy, the bolt’s upgraded M16-style extractor and fire-control group feature tool-less takedown.

Top-of-the-line components that round out the Model 21 rifle include a crisp, single-stage TriggerTech Field model trigger (user-adjustable to a pull weight of 2.5 to 5 pounds) and top safety. A Shilen match-grade barrel with a threaded muzzle is hand lapped for the ultimate in bore smoothness, and the lightweight synthetic carbon-fiber stock shaves weight off the complete build while providing extreme durability. Popular chamberings will include 22 Nosler, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, 26 Nosler, 27 Nosler, .280 Ackley Improved, 28 Nosler, .308 Win., .300 Win. Mag., 30 Nosler, 33 Nosler and .375 H&H. SRP: $2,495.

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A new left-hand version of the 110 UltraLite is made in collaboration with Proof Research. The 22- or 24-inch barrel is carbon-fiber-wrapped stainless steel; the stainless receiver is melonite-treated and skeletonized for weather resistance and weight reduction. The rifle also has Savage’s AccuFit stock and the adjustable AccuTrigger. Available chamberings include .308 Win., 6.5 Creedmoor, .280 Ackley, .270 Win., .30-06., .300 WSM, 6.5 PRC and 28 Nosler. SRP: $1,595. Booth #12821

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The Rifleman’s rifle is now more equipped than ever to tackle extreme conditions. The Model 70 Extreme Hunter Strata MB features a rigid Bell and Carlson synthetic stock with a sculpted cheek piece. The TrueTimber Strata camo finish pairs nicely with the FDE-colored Cerakote on the receiver and barrel. Other features include a threaded muzzle with brake and a Pachmayr decelerator recoil pad. As usual, the pre-’64-style controlled-round feed-and-claw extractor bolt design makes this action incredibly reliable. SRP: $1,679.99-$1,719.99.

The XPR Extreme Midnight MB sports the new TrueTimber Midnight pattern on its rigid composite stock. Tungsten Cerakote gives the fluted barrel and receiver a stylish, corrosion-resistant coating to handle extreme conditions. This new model also features a radial-style muzzle brake that will reduce recoil. SRP: $769.99. Booth #10938

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The Bull Dog, imported from Turkey, is a semi-automatic 20-gauge tactical shotgun. Features include quick-acquisition flip-up sights, AR-style charging handle, adjustable cheek rest, and Picatinny and M-Lok rails. In addition, the Picatinny cut out on the lower can house a spare magazine, and that spare can be used as a foregrip. The gun ships with three choke tubes. SRP: $469.99.

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The legendary Citori 725 receives its annual upscale presentation in the form of the limited-edition Citori 725 Sporting Medallion High Grade. The blued receiver sports extensive engraving with gold highlights, and the stock is a gloss-finish Turkish walnut with cut checkering and an engravable inlay. This 12 gauge is offered with a choice of a 30- or 32-inch barrel. A hard case and five extended choke tubes are included. SRP: $7,069.99.

Among other new Citori variants is the Hunter in Grades I and II. Both grades of this over/under have a gloss-blued barrel and Inflex recoil pad. The Grade I receiver is also gloss-blued with gold-enhanced metal work. It has a satin-finish Grade I walnut stock. The Grade II has a silver nitride-finish receiver with metal work and a Grade II or III walnut stock. Both are offered with 26- or 28-inch barrels in 12, 16, 20 and 28 gauge as well as .410 bore. SRP: $2,069.99-2,139.99, Grade I; 2,269.99-2,339.99, Grade II.

The Maxus II will also see an upgrade. The Maxus II Ultimate sports an oil-finish Grade III Turkish walnut stock, nickel-plated receiver with satin finish, and all-new scroll engraving. A new Inflex recoil pad (with spacers) has been added. Comb drop is adjustable. It also has a new screw-on forend cap for easy disassembly, fiber-optic front sight, and an ivory mid-bead. Many of its steel components are nickel Teflon-coated for protection and lubricity. SRP: $2,059.99. Booth #10938

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Mossberg shakes things up this year with the addition of two new pump-action 590S models, based on its established 500 tactical series. The new 12-gauge defense guns are ground-breaking in that they’re capable of cycling 1.75-, 2.75-, and 3-inch shotshells interchangeably, in any combination, without the use of an adapter. The series includes two full-length stock options and two versions of the bird’s-head-gripped Shockwave.

The full-length 590S has an 18.5-inch barrel with a front bead sight and corncob forend. The 20-inch version has an adjustable ghost-ring sight, AccuChoke-compatible barrel, and M-Lok forend. SRP: $605-708. On the compact bird’s head-gripped Shockwave 590S, there’s a choice of 14.3- or 18.5inch barrel length. It has a front bead sight and a strapped, corncob-style forend. SRP: $605. Capacity on any 590S ranges from 4+1 to 12+1, depending on barrel length and shell size. Overall lengths range from 30.75 to 41 inches.

On the waterfowl side of the Mossberg house are two new guns that borrow from the company’s 940 JM Pro shotguns. The 940 Pro Waterfowl series has a base-model 12 gauge with a 28-inch vent-rib barrel, Hi-Viz TriComp fiber-optic front sight (with interchangeable triangular and round LitePipes), and an AccuChoke-compatible X-Factor ported choke tube. Metal surfaces are finished with brown Cerakote to complement a TrueTimber Prairie camo stock and forend. It also has aggressive texturing on the forend and stock, sling-swivel studs, a drilled-and-tapped receiver and an ambidextrous safety. Capacity is five rounds. SRP: $1,050.

The Snow Goose edition of the 940 Pro Waterfowl line also has a 28-inch barrel and an extended magazine tube that holds up to 12 23⁄4-inch shells. It has an extended X-Factor ported choke tube that’s compatible with other AccuChoke tubes. There are two available barrel finishes: Battleship Gray Cerakote and Viper Snow camouflage. SRP: $1,120. Booth #42605

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Savage is adding a personal-defense model to the Renegauge line. The Renegauge Security is a 12 gauge that, like others in the line, uses the Dual Regulating Inline Valve (D.R.I.V.) system to ensure reliable cycling of shells from 23⁄4 inches to 3-inch magnums with no gas adjustments required. Barrel length is 18.5 inches, and magazine capacity is six. Oversized controls help function in low-light conditions, and length of pull, comb height, heel/toe drop and pitch can all be changed to suit the needs of individual users. SRP: $1,499.

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Now offered in Mossy Oak DNA camouflage, the SX4 Universal Hunter comes complete with a drilled-and-tapped receiver to mount optics and a TruGlo long bead fiber-optic front sight. The proven Active Valve Gas System allows for consistent and reliable cycling, from light field loads to heavy magnum waterfowl and turkey loads. The oversized bolt release and large bolt handle make operation easy, even while wearing thick gloves. Available in 12 and 20 gauge. SRP: $1,149.99.

Pump guns are often considered utility guns, but the SXP Universal Hunter goes above and beyond the usual expectations. The Mossy Oak DNA camo finish is durable and offers full coverage all season long, and the receiver is drilled and tapped for Winchester scope bases and rings. Includes three InvectorPlus choke tubes, Truglo fiber-optic sight, Inflex Technology recoil pad, and sling-swivel studs. Available in 12 and 20 gauge. SRP: $509.99.

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When introduced in 2020, the FXH-45 Moxie boasted a patented polymer frame with two metal inserts for added stability and durability. It also featured a 4140 steel slide with a Parkerized finish. The frame was built to have an ergonomic feel with built-in finger grooves. For 2022, this model will be joined by the new, slightly smaller FXH Moxie 1911 Commander in .45 ACP. The polymer frame has black polymer grips, and the slide is phosphate finished. Comes with one eight-round magazine and front and rear sights. Barrel length is 4.25 inches and weight is 1.2 pounds without the magazine. Available in black or FDE. SRP: $459.95. Booth #72405

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A leader in the derringer space, Bond has found success with an economical interpretation of an existing design. The Roughneck series of derringers are similar in appearance to the well-known Bond Arms Backup models, but are more affordable. For 2022, the Roughneck will be available in a recoil-friendly .380 ACP. The very concealable gun has a barrel length of only 2.5 inches. SRP: $269. Booth #72617

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A boutique 1911 manufacturer known for memorable handguns, Cabot Guns is adding the new Apocalypse model to its list of exclusive hardware. This 1911 is built as a dedicated self-defense gun. A Damascus finish on the deeply etched steel slide ensures that each Apocalypse pistol has a unique appearance. Buyers can select a Government or Commander size and opt for 9mm or .45 ACP chambering, a standard or threaded barrel, and standard- or suppressor-height sights. Cabot has engineered a low-set optics mount that allows for a solid optics mount that accommodates a lower-third co-witness with the standard sights. There is a 12- to 18-month waiting period for this made-to-order firearm. Every Cabot Gun carries a sub-1.5inch group at 25 yards accuracy guarantee. SRP: starts at $7,495. Booth #41807

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Competition-specialized pistol line extensions are on trend, and CZ-USA is no exception with the P-10 F, the latest addition to the popular P-10 striker-fired handgun series. The P-10 F is made for fast, flat shooting, with a long slide that has numerous lightening cuts. Apex Tactical components are featured heavily throughout the P-10 F, and CZ adopted its extended magazine catch, extended slide stop, and back-slide cover to the new model. The trigger is sourced from HB Industries. Gold-tone accents are found on the barrel, trigger and magazine base. SRP: $999. Booth #12654

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A new MP5 .22LR pistol clone is chambered in .22 LR. It has a blowback-style action fed by a 10- or 25-round magazine. The barrel is 8.5 inches long. In essence, it’s a fully functional submachine pistol, like the MP5/SP5 with a buttcap. SRP: $479. Booth #12227

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The MC2sc, a subcompact version of the MC2, follows the popular trend of robust capacity (11+1 or 14+1) for concealment-friendly, polymer-frame, striker-fired guns. The slide is stainless steel with a black DLC finish, and the barrel is 3.4 inches long. The three-dot sight system is snag-free but ready for co-witness with compatible optics. Optional equipment includes Truglo tritium sights and a crossbolt safety. Ten-round magazine packages are also offered. SRP: $556. Booth #12832

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Though the STK 100 striker-fired 9mm uses the same 17-round mag as a Glock 17, it’s the only aluminum-frame striker pistol on the market. Like many other recent releases, this one has a long slide over a 4.5inch barrel and is marketed as a competition gun. It has a black anodized finish, and the low bore axis, fairly straight grip angle, integral beavertail and large lightening cuts of the STK 100 make for a flatshooting platform. SRP: $599. Booth #75102

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The American subsidiary of longtime Turkish weapons manufacturer Sarsilmaz, SAR USA, is releasing the SAR9 Compact. As the name implies, this is a compact version of the company’s popular full-size SAR9 pistol, chambered in 9mm Luger. The striker-fired, polymerframe gun ships with 15-round magazines (10-round mags are offered for restrictive jurisdictions). Three choices of interchangeable backstrap/side panels are included. Components include a hammer-forged barrel with recessed crown and a black oxide slide. There is also a stainless-steel slide option. The SAR9 design has a low bore axis for recoil minimization. SRP: $452, black; $484, stainless. Booth #12838

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The DVG-1 is a striker-fired pistol chambered in 9mm Luger. It utilizes the Roebuck Quadlock Barrel System and has 10+1 capacity, all in a sub-compact footprint made for everyday carry. Additional features include forward slide serrations for ease of manipulation, a flat 5.5-pound trigger with minimal pre/post travel, a common sight cut, and an enhanced grip texture. SRP: $299.99; $399.99, with red-dot sight. Booth #70813

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Springfield Armory has one of the season’s biggest surprises. The SA-35 is a new, more modern interpretation of John Browning’s acclaimed Hi Power design. This version retains the iconic wood-and-steel appearance of the original, but capacity is now more robust, at 15 rounds of 9mm. It boasts a factory-tuned trigger, a reconfigured hammer that’s less likely to “bite,” modern sights, an extended slide safety, and beveled magazine well. The gun also has checkered walnut grips for a classic appearance. SRP: $699.

Also new are optics-ready variants of the subcompact XD-S Mod.2. With “OSP” added to the name, the new models are chambered in 9mm and .45 ACP. A pre-milled slide accommodates a Crimson Trace micro red-dot sight. Both have the grip safety and ambidextrous magazine release featured on other guns in the XD Mod.2 line. The .45 ACP model has a 3.3-inch barrel; the 9mm has a 4-inch barrel. Two magazines are included: one flush-fit and one extended. Capacity is 7+1, 9+1 for the 9mm. In .45 ACP, the mags hold five or six rounds. SRP: $425-550, depending on chambering and optic option. Booth #70443

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Smith & Wesson is adding a 10mm model to its M&P M2.0 line. Features include a new flat-face trigger design as well as an optics cut slide with the C.O.R.E. system that enables users to mount a variety of popular optics. The 10mm will be available with or without an ambidextrous manual thumb safety, four interchangeable palm-swell grip inserts, and enhanced grip texture to help manage recoil.

Smith & Wesson will also offer a shorter 4-inch configuration to allow for quicker clearance of a holster and a slightly longer 4.6-inch configuration to provide for a longer sight radius. The handgun has a 15+1 capacity and ships with two magazines. SRP: $654-$665.

Also new for 2022, the CSX Metal Micro 9mm features 12+1 capacity. A hammerfired design with a 3.1-inch barrel and an overall length of 6.1 inches, the CSX also has a flat-faced trigger with an integrated safety that provides a smooth, crisp single-action trigger squeeze. The new Shield Plus 30 Super Carry and the Shield EZ 30 Super Carry take advantage of Federal’s new 30 Super Carry ammo. With the new 30 Super Carry round, both platforms gain an additional two rounds of capacity while maintaining the same performance of the 9mm. Booth #12427

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Taurus' most popular personal-defense revolver, the 856, will now be chambered for the .327 Federal. The .327 Federal Magnum is one of the “dark horse” cartridges in the personal defense world. Based on a lengthened .32 H&R Magnum cartridge case, the .327 Federal Magnum exceeds the performance of its parent cartridge with velocity pushing toward the .357 Magnum range without the heavy perceived recoil pulse. The new Taurus 327 is a double-action/single-action, two-inch-barrel firearm that is multi-cartridge compatible, able to accept .32 H&R Magnum and .32 S&W Long cartridges. The matte-black carbon-steel or stainless-steel barrel, cylinder and frame are backed by a recoil-absorbing, comfortable rubber grip that provides excellent retention in a compact handgun platform. The Taurus 327’s front, serrated ramp sight and no-snag rear sight channel provide quick and clear target acquisition supported by consistent accuracy. SRP: $371.05, black; $388.32, stainless. Booth #13038

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