The Class of ’26: The Hottest New Gear Dominating the Range

The dust has finally settled on the 2026 SHOT Show, and if one thing is clear, the gun industry isn't just evolving—it’s hitting a massive "reset" button. From the long-awaited arrival of a new Glock generation to a total overhaul of the suppressor market, here is the gear everyone is talking about this week.

1. The Glock Gen6: A New Standard?

It’s the news that stopped the scroll: Glock has officially moved into the Gen6 era. While they haven't reinvented the wheel, the refinements are substantial.

• RTF6 Grip Texture: Provides a more aggressive "lock" in the hand without being abrasive.
• Modular Palm Swells: Finally addresses ergonomic gripes for shooters with larger hands.
• Direct-to-Slide Optics: Utilizing ultra-thin polymer mounting plates, Glock has lowered the red dot profile for a better co-witness with iron sights.

2. The Suppressor "Gold Rush"

2026 will forever be known as the Year of the Suppressor. With the $200 federal tax stamp recently abolished, manufacturers have flooded the market with innovation.

We are also seeing "Back Over Barrel" (B.O.B.) designs from Savage gaining traction, providing full-size volume while only adding a few inches to the overall length.

3. Modularity is King: The Chassis Revolution

Fixed-frame pistols are starting to feel like yesterday's news. The Taurus TX9 and the Seekins Precision SIC are leading a movement toward serialized internal chassis systems.

The benefit is simple: You buy the "gun" (the internal fire control unit) once. You can then swap between sub-compact frames for CCW and full-size competition frames in seconds without needing a second background check.

4. Lever-Actions Get "Gucci"

Who knew the 1800s would be so trendy in 2026? Lever-actions are no longer just for cowboys. The Henry SPD Predator is the talk of the tactical world, featuring a carbon-fiber-wrapped barrel and an M-LOK handguard.