Author: nnachman

Manufacturer announcement: 2026-09-16.

Henry announced the Founding Fathers Collection on September 16: seven tribute rifle editions honoring George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, James Madison, John Jay and Alexander Hamilton.

The company says each edition is limited to 250 individually numbered rifles, with ten complete matched-number sets reserved. The series uses the Golden Boy Silver platform in .22 S/L/LR, with a 20-inch octagon barrel, nickel-plated receiver cover, gold-accented engraving and Exhibition-Grade American walnut.

The announcement’s collector focus is clear: the edition-specific artwork and numbering are central to the series. Those limited-production details describe the offering, rather than establishing its future collectibility or resale value.

This update summarizes Henry’s release and links directly to its original September announcement. Gunfire has not inspected or tested the collection. The accompanying photograph was supplied with Henry’s manufacturer-issued release.

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Manufacturer announcement: 2026-10-05.

Henry reported on October 5 that a completed auction of the first serial-numbered examples of its three America’s 250th Anniversary Tribute Edition models raised $23,526. The company says the full proceeds are being donated to Gun Owners Foundation to support legal work associated with Gun Owners of America.

The auction closed September 20. The lot included the three rifles and 5,400 rounds of commemorative ammunition supplied by Federal Premium Ammunition. Henry says it served as seller of record through its Guns For Great Causes program and retained none of the proceeds.

This is a report of a completed fundraising event. The auction’s dates and result should not be confused with an invitation to bid on an active sale.

The accompanying image is a catalog photograph of one anniversary-series model, supplied through Henry’s public media kit. It is not a photograph of the specific serial-number-one auction lot. The donation amount and beneficiary description are attributed to Henry’s announcement.

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Manufacturer announcement: 2026-04-17.

GLOCK announced factory 15-round magazines for the G43X, G48 and G44 at the April 2026 NRA Annual Meetings. The release said the magazines were expected to reach dealers in May.

The company describes the 9mm SLIMLINE magazine as a metal double-stack design for the G43X and G48, with a magazine-catch recess intended to retain the standard catch. The G44’s .22 LR magazine is described separately as a polymer double-stack design with integrated load assist.

These are distinct magazine offerings for different pistol families. The release should not be read as a statement that the magazines are interchangeable across all three models.

This update preserves the original April announcement and its planned May availability window. It does not claim current stock, universal regional availability or independent reliability testing. The official release and photograph are credited to GLOCK.

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Manufacturer announcement: 2026-09-18.

A Taurus-issued release distributed September 18 announced the TTX Suppressor Series as the company’s first suppressor line. The initial announcement identifies three models: TTX22, TTX9C and TTX30.

The release positions those models around rimfire, fixed-barrel 9mm platforms and .30-caliber applications respectively. Taurus describes titanium construction and a Cerakote C-Series finish across the launch lineup, with development involving experienced suppressor engineers.

The company also makes claims about gas flow, recoil impulse, back pressure and point-of-impact consistency. Those remain manufacturer descriptions; Gunfire has not measured or tested them.

This brief links both the distributed manufacturer announcement and Taurus’s current official product category. Exact model requirements and current specifications should be read from the manufacturer’s own documentation. The dated announcement records the launch lineup; the current product category provides a separate view of the company’s present offerings.

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Manufacturer announcement: 2026-08-14.

A Taurus-issued release distributed August 14 announced a GX4 Carry model chambered in .380 Auto. The company described it as an additional chambering for the existing GX4 Carry platform, with dealer availability beginning August 13.

The release identifies three interchangeable backstraps, an accessory rail, optics-ready capability and a 15-round magazine capacity. Taurus attributes a more manageable shooting experience to the new chambering.

That claimed experience has not been independently evaluated by Gunfire. A chambering announcement also should not be treated as evidence that parts or magazines interchange with another version of the same product family.

This update reports the August release and preserves its announced availability date. The official Taurus website now features .380 Auto GX4 Carry configurations, but availability and specifications can vary by exact model. The manufacturer announcement below remains the source for the launch details.

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Manufacturer announcement: 2026-08-26.

A Beretta-issued release distributed August 26 introduced the APX A1 Ported. The announcement describes a factory-ported barrel and slide, enlarged controls, an optics-ready slide and FDE or OD Green configurations.

Beretta says the model includes three magazines. The release also states that a compatible optics mounting plate is required and is not included with the pistol.

The manufacturer presents the design as intended to reduce muzzle rise and improve control. Those performance statements are attributed to Beretta. Gunfire has not conducted a range evaluation or verified the claimed effect.

The configuration is also listed in Beretta’s official firearm catalog. This update preserves the original August announcement, rather than describing it as an October launch. Readers can compare the dated release with the manufacturer’s current catalog; specifications and exact configurations may change over time.

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Manufacturer announcement: 2026-06-17.

Ruger’s June 17 announcement expanded its America’s 250th Anniversary Series with six additional models: an SR1911 pistol, two Hawkeye rifles, a No. 1 rifle and two Marlin Model 1894 lever-action rifles. The collection commemorates the United States’ semiquincentennial.

The company identified three offerings limited to 250 examples each: a Hawkeye in .30-06 Springfield, a No. 1 in .375 Ruger and a Marlin Model 1894 in .44 Remington Magnum. The release describes commemorative markings, enhanced finishes and decorative details across the collection.

The distinction between the overall series and the individual limited editions matters. The 250-example production limit is specified for those selected models; it should not be assumed to apply identically to every firearm carrying the anniversary branding.

This is an update on a June release, with the original announcement date preserved. The photograph is official Ruger product photography. Gunfire has not conducted a hands-on evaluation of these models, and current availability should be checked against the manufacturer’s latest information.

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Manufacturer announcement: 2026-05-27.

Ruger announced a ReadyDot micro reflex sight system for the LCP MAX pistol on May 27. The company describes a fiber-illuminated reticle designed to operate without a battery and a profile intended for the compact pistol platform.

The announcement also says an included holster covers the trigger guard when the sight is installed. Ruger specifically excludes LCP MAX pistols equipped with a loaded-chamber indicator from this ReadyDot configuration’s compatibility.

That model-specific exclusion is part of the announcement and is worth keeping alongside the headline. A product name shared across a family does not establish that an accessory fits every version in that family.

This brief reports Ruger’s published description; it does not evaluate the sight’s visibility, durability or performance. Readers can follow the original release below for the company’s full compatibility statement. The May announcement date remains visible so this update is not mistaken for an October launch.

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Manufacturer announcement: 2026-04-29.

Ruger announced an LCP MAX configuration with Magpul’s Enhanced Handgun Grip on April 29. The company presents the model as a continuation of its collaboration with Magpul and an extension of the LCP MAX family.

According to the launch release, the initial configuration includes a manual safety, a 10-round magazine and a new 13-round magazine developed for the EHG. Ruger attributes changes in grip comfort and control to the new frame design.

Those performance descriptions are the manufacturer’s claims. An announcement establishes what the company has introduced and how it describes the design; it does not replace an independently documented evaluation.

The official photo accompanying this update shows the Magpul EHG configuration, rather than a generic LCP MAX. Gunfire has not tested this model. The original April release is linked below, and readers should consult the current manufacturer information for specifications and availability.

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