PLANO, TEXAS – January 10, 2021 American handgun manufacturer Shadow Systems is looking back on 2021 and catching their breath after a period of intense growth at the company. Early in the year, the company moved into a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility with ten times the square footage versus their previous location. This facility change […]
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Technical Tuesday – Compensators and Compromises
Hey folks! Here we talk a little about pistol compensator design and some of the considerations that companies make when designing one. We pose a question…maximum compensation or maximum reliability? Let us know what you think! Trevor
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday – Incorporating a gun into your family and lifestyle
I thought it was worth sharing the approach I have developed over many years for incorporating a gun(s) into my family and lifestyle. Here are some practical, and maybe unexpected, tips for balancing readiness and safety. We talk about some simple gear to consider adding to the plan. Enjoy! Trevor
Continue readingSanta Made a Stop at the Shadow Workshop
Happy Holidays from All of Us at Shadow Systems!!
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday – Trigger systems and the Timney design
Hey everyone! We’ve had some questions about the Timney trigger in our guns. We can’t warrant function or safety of our guns with any aftermarket components. With that said, we thought it would be worthwhile to walk through some differences between how various striker fired pistols actually operate and how that relates to the Timney […]
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday: Do you need this gun? The XR920 Acro Cut with a Steiner MPS
We have done limited production runs of the Acro Cut XR920 for Law Enforcement. Now we want to know if this is something that you want? You tell us!
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday: All About Squib Loads
We still have a lot of reports of squib loads and guns coming in that were damaged by squibs. One of our LE customers reported 3 squibs in the same 1,000 round case of ammunition, and those folks don’t shoot the cheap stuff. We realized we didn’t show you how to clear one and identify […]
Continue readingTechnical Tuesday: Lessons Learned Shooting Steel
Hey y’all, on today’s Technical Tuesday we draw some interesting conclusions about shooting steel and whether you really need sights to put lead on steel? Watch to see what we know about shots on steel, learn how distance plays a role in the answer to the “sights – yes or no” question, and just enjoy […]
Continue readingShadow Systems Launches the Hot, NEW XR920 Crossover Pistol
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 […]
Continue readingIntroducing 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.
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