Plano, TX (November 23, 2021) Born out of a custom request for Law Enforcement, the new Shadow Systems XR920 is the most anticipated crossover pistol to hit the market. Utilizing a compact length slide that is quicker out of the holster, a full 17+1 capacity frame, and the customizable ergonomics and unmatched recoil control you […]
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Introducing the New XR920!
Introducing the Shadow Systems XR920, the crossover pistol you’ve been asking for, available at dealers nationwide now! Featuring a full-size frame with a compact-length slide, the XR920 is quicker out of the holster while still packing a full 17+1 capacity. Check out the full features of the XR920.
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday: Clearing Malfunctions
Hey everyone! Gun jams do happen. Whether it is bad ammo, bad magazines, bad maintenance, or just bad luck, you should be ready to get the gun back in action quickly. Here’s a quick overview of common techniques to clear a malfunction quickly. We demonstrate these in a way that you can practice at the […]
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday: Loctite and your Optic
Technical Tuesday, with Wednesday… This week, we are talking all about that blue goo – Loctite. Watch and learn which is the right type of Loctite (spoiler alert it’s Loctite 243), where to apply it, and why it’s important to apply just the right amount when mounting your optic.
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday – Marksmanship Basics
On today’s Technical Tuesday, Trevor is back out on the range to talk about the basics of marksmanship – Stance, Balance and Grip! So review those basics and don’t get distracted by the geometry lesson, don’t “turtle up”, remember the 60/40 ratio and for heaven’s sake don’t squeeze the sh** (oops) death grip your gun! […]
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday – Let’s Talk Backstraps
Hey y’all it’s time for Technical Tuesday! This week Trevor talks backstraps. What is the Natural Point of Aim, how do you decide which backstrap is right for you, proper installation (don’t touch that Trigger Housing Pin!) and demonstrates a couple of drills to ensure you’re using the right backstrap on your Shadow Systems pistol.
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday – The Best Tool(s) for Dry Fire Training
No ammo for practice? Not a problem as this week’s Technical Tuesday stresses the benefits of dry fire practice. Trevor walks everyone through the best tool for dry fire and how you can be faster and smoother on your draw simply by practicing.
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday – “B” is for blem…
Today’s Technical Tuesday answers the question, “Hey Trevor, what’s this “B” gun that I saw at the dealer?” Trevor walks everyone through what constitutes a blem gun from Shadow Systems, what one could expect to find on a blem gun and while there is a blem or two on each pistol, we bet you’d be […]
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday: The Second Most Reliable Thing in Your Range Bag
On today’s episode of Technical Tuesday, Trevor demonstrates the latest addition to our tool bag, the Shadow Systems Armorer’s Tool! Seat pins, compress springs, and get to all those hard-to-reach places in your slide with this wunderkind of a tool. The NEW Shadow Systems Armorer’s Tool will be available for order this coming Friday at […]
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday: All About Primers and Light Strikes
Let’s go deep on primers. Here we spend some time on primer construction, identifying and addressing off-center and light firing pin strikes, and how to interpret marks left on the primer during firing. This gets aggressively nerdy, but we promise you will learn something. Enjoy!
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