NMMA Members Send Letter on Octane Standard

On Monday, several NMMA member engine manufacturers sent a letter to President Donald Trump expressing support for replacing the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) with a new national octane standard. NMMA has worked closely with the Administration and Congress regarding the recreational boating industry’s problems with the current RFS and higher ethanol additives in gasoline.

The letter states, “We are pleased that Members of Congress and your Administration are considering replacing the broken RFS with a new fuel neutral program. However, our industry and America’s recreational boaters have a number of priorities that need to be considered and addressed in order to ensure a new octane standard is not detrimental for our industry.”

The letter continues, “Marine engines do not have any performance or safety problems running on high octane fuels, such as a 95-98 RON. However, if the higher octane is achieved via higher ethanol additives into gasoline (above 10 percent) then the recreational boating industry would face the same problems with the new program as we do today with the RFS. Congress and your Administration would simply be replacing one broken program with another. However, if some additional considerations can be taken into account we believe that a new national octane standard could be better than the current RFS program and beneficial for all stakeholders. Read more

General

Meopta USA MeoStar R2 2.5-15×56 RD Riflescope

TAMPA, FL  – Meopta USA Sport Optics is pleased to add the MeoStar R2 2.5-15×56 RD to its premium line of MeoStar R2 riflescopes.

This newest, high-performance 30mm MeoStar R2 riflescope features a 6x variable magnification range, wide field of view and exceptional light transmission.  MeoLux, Meopta’s most advanced lens coating, combined with Schott glass and expert design, enables 99.8% light transmission per lens surface allowing hunters using MeoStar R2 riflescopes to see better and hunt longer.

Available in four illuminated reticle options – 4C-RD, 4K-RD, BDC 2 and BDC 3 – the MeoStar R2 2.5-15×56 RD allows for fast and accurate target acquisition.  All MeoStar R2 riflescopes are parallax free to 100 yards and feature Meopta’s MeoDrop hydrophobic lens coating which easily repels rain, snow, skin oils and dirt.

“The MeoStar R2 line of riflescopes is built for hunters who demand the highest optical performance,” said Randy Garrison, Director of Meopta USA Sport Optics.  “Meopta’s advanced MeoLux lens coating is optimized for twilight performance which helps hunters see better and make accurate shots in the most challenging light.” Read more

Optics

Nosler Unveils New Single-Shot Model 48 Nosler Custom Handgun™

Bend, OR –Nosler® Inc. has announced a new addition to the company’s popular firearms lineup with the release of their M48 Nosler® Custom Handgun™ (NCH), a modern bolt-action pistol for enthusiasts seeking the utmost in function, design and performance from a pistol platform.

Designed from the ground up by the engineers at Nosler® with input from some of the most successful handgun hunters alive today, the NCH™ utilizes Nosler’s rugged M48 short action,sharing all of the same features that have made their Model 48 series of rifles a continued success.

“Over the last 40 years, I have shot every conceivable configuration of single-shot handguns, including high-end custom rigs. The new Nosler handgun will keep up with the very best of them” said Mark Hampton, renowned handgun hunter and writer. “In my experience, I have found this pistol to be extremely accurate, well-designed and user-friendly. The NCH will be most welcome with handgun hunters, target and steel shooters, or anyone looking to add an exciting dimension to their shooting experience.”

Featuring an overall weight of 5.9 pounds, the M48 NCH™ is precision CNC machined from a single billet of 6061-T6 aircraft grade aluminum. The one-piece design of the aluminum mid-grip stock provides a completely rigid platform for the bedded action and free-floated barrel. The 416R stainless steel, heavy-contour Shilen barrel comes in a standard length of 15” with shorter or longer lengths of 12”-18” available upon request. Additionally, the barrel has been threaded at the muzzle for brake and/or suppressor options.

The Trigger was designed in-house at Nosler® and is a manufactured 2-stage trigger that is fully adjustable for pull weight, engagement and over-all travel. The accompanying safety, also designed and manufactured in-house, is a push style cross-bolt style that positively blocks trigger movement. Read more

Firearms

Winchester Ammunition Launches New Web Site, Enhanced Ballistics Calculator

EAST ALTON, Ill. June 25, 2018 – Winchester Ammunition announces the launch of the new Winchester.com, its most dynamic digital platform in the brand’s history. The new website is fully loaded with enhanced technologies and functionality and also features an enhanced ballistics calculator and redesignedgear store.

“We have made it a major priority to be a leader in the digital space, which is a major investment worth making,” said Matt Campbell, vice president of sales and marketing. “One of our core values at Winchester is a belief that success comes from continuous improvement and innovation.  Whether it’s finding creative new ways to serve our customers, designing cutting-edge new ammunition products or in this case, providing the very best digital resources possible; innovation is a driving force behind all we do.”

The new website will feature an enhanced Ballistics Calculator and Pattern Board™ app, as well as volumes of rich content that is second to none in providing customers with the very best experience when learning about the Winchester brand and products. Read more

Ammunition, Firearms

Mulberries from Chestnut Hill Outdoors

It’s June. Newborn fawns are putting tremendous nutritional stress on nursing mothers. Meanwhile, antler growth rates have kicked into overdrive and rapidly growing wild turkey poults, not to mention the dozens of other bird species, are scouring the landscape searching for food.

One of the best ways to attract and hold more wildlife on your land, including deer, turkeys and a host of other wildlife species, is by providing the proper amount and type of natural food to meet their year-round nutritional needs. Food plots are one way, but you can widen the window of attractiveness significantly by establishing mast orchards.

Planting a perennial summer fruit plot of mulberries from Chestnut Hill Outdoors is a great way to fill potential nutritional gaps that are occurring right now. Mulberries are the very first soft mast shrub to fruit in spring, providing ripe fruit as early as April and May in the deep south and early June further north. Read more

Wildlife

Operation Dry Water Emphasized for Michigan Boaters

As the July 4th holiday nears, DNR conservation officers will focus on keeping boaters safe through heightened awareness and enforcement of “boating under the influence” laws.

It’s part of the Operation Dry Water campaign, June 29-July 1, in coordination with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators, the U.S. Coast Guard and other partners. The annual campaign starts before the holiday weekend, when more boaters take to the water and alcohol use increases.

“The best way to safely enjoy a day on the water is to avoid alcohol,” said Lt. Tom Wanless, Michigan’s boating law administrator. “Using alcohol impairs reaction time, balance and judgment. Please don’t put yourself and others at risk. Be smart and stay sober when boating.” Read more

Fishing

Coast Guard Reminds Boaters of Hypothermia Danger on Great Lakes

CLEVELAND — The Coast Guard is reminding mariners of the Great Lakes, Saturday, on the dangers of cold water.

The Coast Guard considers water temperatures less than 77 degrees to be cold and capable of quickly causing hypothermia.

In addition to wearing a lifejacket, the Coast Guard strongly recommends dressing for the water temperature and not the air temperature.

The maritime environment can be dangerously unpredictable and can lead to unexpected entry into the water. Unexpected entry into cold water can trigger a sympathetic gasp reflex, causing the inhalation of water and lead to drowning.

Regardless of the water temperature, it is important for mariners to file a float plan as well. It is as easy as telling a trusted, shoreside source, where you plan to go, how long you think you’ll be there and when you expect to return. Having a point to start a search from can make the difference between a successful or unsuccessful rescue.

Lake Michigan: 59 degrees, Lake Superior: 38 degrees, Lake Huron: 39-44 degrees, Lake Erie: 65-70 degrees, Lake Ontario: 54 degrees.

Current lake temperatures and forecasts can be found at NOAA.gov

Fishing

Thompson Auto-Ordnance Offers 1911 in 9mm

(Greeley, PA) – Thompson Auto-Ordnance, maker of the famous “Tommy Gun” and other classic firearms throughout history, is excited to introduce the new 9mm 1911 pistol.

The 1911 pistol is the iconic American Military handgun, serving members of the United States Armed Forces for over 100 years. Its dependability and stopping power are legendary, in no small measure demonstrated by the fact that many shooters today select it as their primary form of self defense. Auto-Ordnance furthers that tradition of excellence by offering GI model guns based on the original military model 1911s. Auto-Ordnance 1911s are manufactured using modern equipment to exacting engineering standards, and are equipped with the best barrels available to ensure both superb reliability and accuracy. These pistols provide shooters with an opportunity to own and shoot one of the most legendary firearms of America’s military history!

For the first time, Auto-Ordnance is now offering the 1911 in 9mm. In response to growing interest and customer demands, Auto-Ordnance developed the new product and first introduced it at the 2018 SHOT Show. The 9mm 1911 features the classic GI Model 1911 look. It has brown checkered plastic grips, a 5″ barrel and 9-round magazine. MSRP for the 9mm 1911 (1911BK09) is $673. Auto-Ordnance also has plans to explore a compact model in the future with a 4.25″ barrel. Continue following Auto-Ordnance on social media for more news and updates. Read more

Firearms

Historic Vehicles, Amputee Skydiver Headlines CMP’s 2018 Nationals

By Ashley Brugnone, CMP Writer
CAMP PERRY, Ohio – The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is proud to announce the lineup for the 2018 First Shot Ceremony, set to take place Monday, July 9, at the Camp Perry National Guard Training Facility, near Port Clinton, Ohio. The ceremony will begin at 10:00 a.m. on the base’s Rodriguez Range and is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome to come and witness the parade of historical vehicles, aircraft and pyrotechnics that pay homage to history while also spectacularly initiating the 2018 National Matches season.
The First Shot Ceremony serves as a greeting event for guests, participants, volunteers and staff conducting the 2018 National Matches at Camp Perry, which feature the finest pistol and rifle shooters in America.
Firing the ceremonial First Shot down Rodriguez Range will be Maj. Gen. Clark W. LeMasters, Jr. – Commanding General of the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command and the Senior Commander of TACOM Life Cycle Management Command, U.S. Army Garrison-Detroit Arsenal, Mich. The First Shot marks the official start of the National Matches.
The National Trophy Pistol and Rifle Matches have assembled talented marksmen and women at the Camp Perry National Guard Training Facility since 1907. The first CMP National Matches of the 2018 season will fire on July 14, beginning with the pistol competitions, and will conclude on August 8, following CMP’s new Long Range matches. Several other pistol, rifle and air gun competitions and clinics are scheduled throughout the National Matches to accommodate the thousands of visitors expected to participate in the annual event.

Firearms

Federal Appeals Panel Upholds NYC Gravity Knife Arrests

On Friday a three judge panel of The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit ruled in favor of New York City and District Attorney Cyrus Vance, Jr. in Knife Rights’ long-running federal civil rights case challenging the City’s policy of treating any locking blade folding knife that can be “flicked” open as a prohibited gravity knife. Knife Rights intends to petition for review of this erroneous decision by the full Court — a process known as en banc review.

In a 45 page decision, the Court failed to focus on the essential constitutional problem with the law — that is, the total inability for anyone to ever determine if a knife they wish to possess is legal. Like the trial court, the Court of Appeals mistakenly focused on the past instead of the key Constitutional Due Process problem faced by folks any time they wish to choose a knife to lawfully possess in the present.

The Court found that the law had, at least once in 2010, been constitutionally applied to Plaintiff Native Leather and that therefore the entire lawsuit had to fail. The Court found that Native Leather did not show that in 2010 its knives responded inconsistently to the wrist flick test and therefore it did not show that that particular application of the law was vague.  But, this approach fundamentally misunderstands the key argument. Read more

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