Dave Dawson is primarily known for the competition guns he builds for Todd Jarrett. Well, Dave has now come out with what he calls the "Tactical Advantage" pistol. The "Tactical Advantage" is a custom 1911 single-stack defense gun that can also incorporate Dawson’s new "light speed" rail system for mounting a light/laser unit underneath the dust cover. We’ve heard that …

Microtech has a couple of interesting new things for us. First, they’ve just come out with the “Amphibian”. DefRev’s seen a number of photos of the knife, and it looks very interesting. DefRev does not know if the second item is available yet or not. It’s called the “Ultratech”. It’s a hight tech out-the-front auto. To get the specs on …

The Optima 2000 sight, currently being marketed by Tasco, appears to be the first red dot sight truly small enough for use on a carry pistol. Right now, it’s the smallest red dot sight on the market, and it’s making a big impact , probably because of it’s carry gun applicability. In the future, DefRev will definitely be putting an …

by David Crane [email protected] The COPstock Folder by Knoxx Industries was designed for law enforcement and, according to the manufacturer, reduces recoil by up to 60%. It reportedly also tames muzzle flip, allowing for faster follow-up shots. The unit incorporates an over-folding wire stock and vertical grip that’s covered by a Hogue Hand-All grip sleeve. The pistol grip contains the …

The answer to the special operations community’s prayers may exist in the .300 Whisper cartridge by SSK Industries. Invented by J.D. Jones, the .300 Whisper utilizes a very heavy .30 caliber rifle round combined with a shortened case. According to Mr. Jones, "the 300 WHISPER was designed for the purpose of firing extremely heavy, accurate, ballistically efficient bullets at sub-sonic …

DefRev has stumbled upon a pretty neat weapons cleaning system. It’s made by Otis Products, Inc., and is supposed to be the most advanced cleaning system available. From what we’ve read about it, the system looks to be very fast to use. We’re hoping to get our hands on one of the kits soon, so we can test it out …

We are very proud to announce you our third E-book relating the Luger pistol. No doubt it is a document that will greatly improve your knowledge on the subject. Today, on the Web , E-books on firearms quite rare. Here is a place where that fact is contradicted : CLICK HERE Content of our E-book: A brief look at the …

Alright, let’s see–Kalashnikov reliability and durability, over double the capacity of a standard subgun, light weight, low recoil, and it’s available in 9mm parabellum. Just one question. Where do I sign up? Russia’s Bizon 2, made by Izhmash, utilizes an under-barrel mounted helical feed magazine that holds a whopping 64 rounds of 9mm ammo. Valery Shilin’s Gun Club site has …

If your team needs to reach out and touch someone, you might wanna’ give The Hecate II .50 BMG and Ultima Ratio 7.62mm Nato a try. These are two very serious tactical interdiction tools. Both rifles are box magazine fed, and built with reliability and durability in mind. Click here to visit the manufacturer’s site and read more about them. …

The MR-30 PG, or Marksman’s Rifle- .30 Caliber – Professional Grade, by D&L Sports, represents a quantum leap ahead of what’s currently in the hands of most tactical snipers today, and just may be the best .308 tactical rifle in the world. Dave Lauck, owner of D&L Sports, created this rifle for the most discriminating professional. The MR-30 PG rifle …

Russia’s Gepard PDW looks to be a real comer in the PDW arena. The gun apparently allows the operator to fire different types of 9mm rounds with different lengths without changing the magazine or barrel. It also utilizes some kind of "anti-recoil system". One of the rounds it can fire is the 9x30mm Grom round, which has special armor piercing …

Kevin McClung and Steve Morrison are now building high-end custom 1911’s and Hi-Powers for carry that they call "Hard Use" guns.

The new Fall issue of "Special Weapons for Military and Police" has an article on Russia’s Nikonov An-94 Abakan rifle, written by Charlie Cutshaw. The AN-94 may replace the AK-74 as Russia’s primary service rifle. Along with the AEK-971 and AK-107/108, it’s one of the leading contenders in that race. CLICK HERE to go to the AN-94 page on Valery …

Here’s an interesting new 1911 called the "Street Deuce". Looks kinda’ interesting. Safari Arms is a division of Olympic Arms. Click here to go to the "Street Deuce" page.

Just found this site for the ERGO Grip. Falcon Industries makes some really cool grips for long guns. They’re particularly popular with AR-15/M16 users, including military, law enforcement, and civilian. Click here to go to the site.