SHOT Show Eye Candy from Magnum Research and Auto Ordnance
The Star Spangled Banger not only wins for its patriotic looks, but for a heckuva creative name. This .50 AE Desert Eagleis an exclusive design that retails for $2,621. (All photos: Kristin Alberts/Guns.com)
There are lots of popular company booths at SHOT Show, but the Kahr Group – including brands Magnum Research and Auto-Ordnance – was on fire in 2025. From factory work to outside customs, real gold to the most patriotic at the show, they had it all. Here’s a look at what these brands were throwing down in Las Vegas.
An intricately engraved Dueling Katanas custom Deagle by Iron Monkey Rifle Works gets bonus points for uniqueness. That's the Carbo Blue model at left
Trump editions abounded at the Kahr Group booth, from a Trump Save AmericaTommy gun to a custom 1911 and Desert Eagle.
This Deagle is not only gilded gold but sports some of the most customized grips we’ve seen from the company. The MAGA Magnum is one of only 100 made for 2025. Don Jr. even stopped by to share some love
Auto Ordnance added a Trump Fight Custom 1911 with custom Trump-themed grips and “God Bless America” engraving.
This one may look like just another Desert Eagle, but in person, the finish really pops. It uses the company's new Diamond Like Coating with gold accents.
Tommy guns got makeovers for 2025, too. This Wastelander was done by Koted Arms with a well-worn finish. Check out that “sling,” though!
This Roaring 20s Thompson is chambered in .45 ACP and shows the work of Outlaw Ordnance, with a custom aged appearance and ‘20s-era imagery.
We simply can’t go through the Kahr Group booth without showing some Biggest Finest Revolver love. This snub-nosed .45-70 BFR, a limited run called Thor’s Hammer, is a real beast. Five shots of .45-70 from a 3-inch barrel? Sign us up!
Customs from Auto-Ordnance show what’s possible on a quality canvas. An “All In” engraved hand of cards on The Gamblers 1911 pistol (left) fits the bill for high rollers. The Texas Rangers 1911 has to be one of the sharpest pistols in the show, with killer details courtesy of Sinner Mass.
A wall of less “flashy” rifles may not get as much attention, but the Magnum Research Magnum Literimfires are quality shooters in their own right. These USA-made rimfire repeaters show off Luth-AR adjustable furniture.
We can’t leave without including the largest footprint in Kahr’s booth. The new Auto Ordnance TAO50 is a .50 BMG-chambered bolt action that touts low recoil and high performance. Here’s Kahr CEO Justin Moon (left) with one of the rifle's designers.