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August 27, 2026

WE REBUILT THE FIXED OPTIC MOUNT: INTRODUCING THE KDG BOM SERIES

Stop buying single-use mounts. The KDG B.O.M. Series delivers rugged hard-mount security with adjustable heights and swappable plates. Gain the advantage.

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August 25, 2026

STOP RUNNING A FULL-LENGTH ARCA RAIL: THE MODULAR KINECT REVOLUTION

Stop weighing down your handguard. The 6-inch KDG Kinect Arca Mount brings tool-free, instant tripod readiness to your metal M-LOK rifle setup.

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August 19, 2026

Kinect Arca Mount: Instant Tool-Free QD Tripod Modularity

Fumbling with Allen wrenches in the field? The KDG Kinect Arca Mount delivers instant, tool-free M-LOK to Arca-Swiss QD compatibility. Gain the advantage.

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April 30, 2026

What Sidelok Does My Optic Go On? The Definitive Compatibility Guide

In the modern shooting landscape, the speed of technology often outpaces the simplicity of integration. With dozens of manufacturers producing red dot sights (RDS), each utilizing different footprints, heights, and mounting standards, the most common question we encounter is: “What Sidelok mount do I need for my optic?” The KDG Sidelok™ system represents a paradigm…

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April 22, 2026

Kinetic Development Group Announces Expanded Optic Compatibility for SideLok™ Mount Line Through Footprint-Based Standardization

Seymour, Connecticut — Kinetic Development Group (KDG) today announced a significant update to its flagship SideLok™ optic mount line, expanding compatibility across a broader range of red dot optics through a newly implemented footprint-based product structure. This strategic shift moves the SideLok lineup away from optic-specific model designations and toward an industry-aligned footprint classification system.…

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April 20, 2026

Kinetic Development Group Elevates PRS Performance with the Optic Hub System

SEYMOUR, CT — Kinetic Development Group (KDG), a leader in advanced firearm accessories and mounting solutions, is proud to highlight its Optic Hub product category—a purpose-driven solution engineered for the evolving demands of today’s Precision Rifle Series (PRS) shooter. As one of the fastest-growing shooting disciplines in the world, the Precision Rifle Series has redefined…

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Kinect M-LOK quick-detach Picatinny rail sections in tan and black finishes, including a long tan rail mounted on a black handguard and two shorter sections, one tan and one black,

February 28, 2026

KDG Kinect Series: The Tool-Less QD M-LOK Mounting Solution

Seymour, CT – Kinetic Development Group (KDG) is continuing to push the boundaries of M-LOK modularity with its Kinect™ Series of tool-less, quick-disconnect mounts—designed specifically to solve the limitations of traditional hard-mount M-LOK accessories. Traditional M-LOK mounting relies on screws, T-nuts, and precise torque values to create a friction-based hold. While effective, those systems lock…

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February 27, 2026

Kinetic Development Group Names GrabAGun Authorized Dealer

Kinetic Development Group (KDG) expands its reach by adding GrabAGun as an authorized dealer and partner on their new dealer locator. Shop KDG firearm accessories today.

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February 25, 2026

Kinetic Development Group Expands Kinect™ Line with Athlon Rangecraft Chronograph Mount

Seymour, CT — Kinetic Development Group (KDG) today announced the newest addition to its growing Kinect™ quick-detach accessory lineup: a dedicated Kinect™ mount for the Athlon Rangecraft Chronograph. Designed for shooters who demand fast setup, repeatable positioning, and real-world durability, the new mount is the result of extensive practical testing and evaluation in live-fire environments.…

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Split screen graphic showing a pile of standard screw-in M-LOK rails on the left and Kinetic Development Group Kinect QD mounts attached to a handguard on the right, separated by a VS logo.

December 18, 2025

Kinect vs. Hard Mount: The Accessory-by-Accessory Takedown

You’ve chosen your MLOK rail. You’ve heard the debate. But now you face a wall of conflicting advice. The “Kinect vs. Hard Mount” decision isn’t one-size-fits-all. The right answer for your bipod is the wrong answer for your vertical grip. This is the ultimate, practical guide to ending the debate. We’re going to stop talking…

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Black aluminum M-LOK Picatinny rail sections displayed on industrial metal blocks, featuring a 7-slot rail, a 3-slot rail, and an underside view showing the M-LOK logo and 'Made in USA' markings.

December 16, 2025

The Foundation of a “Duty-Grade” Rifle: A Deep Dive into KDG Hard Mounts

In a firearms market obsessed with “quick,” “fast,” and “tool-less,” one principle remains non-negotiable for a serious-use rifle: absolute reliability. While quick-detach systems like the revolutionary KDG Kinect offer incredible convenience, they exist as a complement to a secure foundation. That foundation is the Hard Mount. A “Hard Mount” is the “set-it-and-forget-it” philosophy made manifest…

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Split screen graphic showing a pile of standard screw-in M-LOK rails on the left and Kinetic Development Group Kinect QD mounts attached to a handguard on the right, separated by a VS logo.

December 12, 2025

QD MLOK vs. Hard Mount: A Head-to-Head Showdown (KDG Kinect vs. Standard)

In the world of modern firearms, MLOK is the undisputed king. It has won the “rail wars” by offering a lightweight, low-profile, and modular standard. But once you’ve committed to the MLOK ecosystem, you face a second, critical decision: how do you attach your accessories? This choice boils down to a core conflict: Speed vs.…

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