Triple Threat from Aluminum Tariffs Says NMMA

GW: Couple this prospect with the Democrat-lauded spending bill, the rubber-spined Republicans and Trump are proving there’s not a nickel’s worth of difference between the two.

Yesterday, NMMA issued a new Boating United alert encouraging all industry stakeholders to take action on the aluminum issue. With so much information out there, and so much at stake, the NMMA federal government relations team breaks down how the two different aluminum tariffs will impact the marine industry and our economic ecosystem:

Recreational boating is facing a triple threat as a result of two different aluminum tariffs:

1. The 10% worldwide tariff on aluminum recently announced by the Administration will increase the price of aluminum used by marine manufacturers, 90% of which is domestically produced. Alone, and at 10%, this wouldn’t be such a big deal.

2. However, the 10% tariff is threatening to ignite a trade war, starting with the EU. As a result, $1.7 billion in marine exports could be adversely impacted and damage the global competitiveness of the U.S. marine manufacturing industry.

3. The Department of Commerce is considering an ADDITIONAL 60% tariff on aluminum sheet, a major input to 43% of boats the industry produces, and the majority of trailer manufacturers. Combined with the 10% tariff and loss of exports, U.S. marine manufacturers will be forced to increase prices substantially, potentially crippling the market for some new boats. Read more

General

Redding Die Sets for 450 Bushmaster

GW:  Until more manufacturers step up with some bullet options for the .452 diameter offerings, I still don’t see the advantage in handloading for this caliber.  However, if a person has an AR and wants to burn up some ammo, it could make sense.

Cortland, NY….. Redding Reloading Equipment introduces a new die set in 450 Bushmaster for 2018. They will be available in a 3 die configuration with a FL Sizing Die, An Expander Die and a Seating Die with included taper crimp. While originally intended for military and LE, CQB use the cartridge has found favor in a variety of hunting disciplines from feral hogs to whitetails and black bears.  A wide variety of bullets are available making this cartridge even more versatile in a handloaded form.  Although it was originally intended for MSR type platforms the versatility of the cartridge has now moved it into the realm of production bolt guns as well.

Redding continues to add cartridges to it standard product lines as consumer demand and industry support grows. It is also important to note that Redding continues to produce truly “Custom” die sets as well. The Engineering Group at Redding requires only a chamber reamer drawing or 5 fired cases from the firearm in question to quote the production of dies for virtually any caliber and firearm which can be made with a 7/8 x 14 TPI die body. Prices are quoted on an individual basis depending upon the complexity of the chambering and any need for tooling. Those seeking dies for a truly unique or obsolete cartridge should contact the Redding Custom Die Center in the company’s Engineering Department. E-Mail: engineering1@redding-reloading.com> Read more

Ammunition

ZEISS Sports Optics Spring Into Savings Promotion

Thornwood, NY –

The ZEISS “Spring into Savings” promotion includes the premium Victory SF as well as the ever-popular Conquest HD binoculars from ZEISS.  Purchase a binocular from either family assortment and receive a 10% discount from March 23 – April 23, 2018.  The following models are included in this promotion: Victory SF 8×42 or 10×42, and the Conquest HD 8×32, 10×32, 8×42, 10×42, 8×56, 10×56, and 15×56. This represents a savings of up to $270.00.

Consumers can take advantage of this promotional pricing through participating ZEISS Authorized Sports Optics Retailers throughout the United States. Read more

Optics

CCRKBA: Oregon’s Initiative 42 Demonstrates Prohibition Agenda

BELLEVUE, WA – The language of newly-filed Initiative 42 in Oregon has bared the true intent of gun control by requiring that so-called “assault weapons” be sold, surrendered, registered or removed from the state, the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms said today.

The initiative, filed by a Portland-based “interfaith religious group” needs 88,000 signatures by July 6 to be placed on the November ballot in Oregon. Under the measure, if legal gun owners don’t turn in, dispose of or register their semi-auto rifles, they would face felony charges.

“The language in this initiative absolutely puts the lie to any and all claims by the gun control crowd that ‘nobody wants to take your guns’,” said CCRKBA Chairman Alan Gottlieb. “We’ve known the true intent of the anti-gun movement for decades, and we’ve been criticized as cranks and paranoids by condescending newspaper editorials and liberal pundits for being honest about it. The registration provision is deceptive, because history has demonstrated that registration will eventually allow the government to take those firearms or order their removal, like they did in New York City a few years ago. Read more

Gun Control

DoubleStar Debuts STAR10-BX Rifle

The newly introduced X line of rifles features the 6.5 Creedmoor and .260 Remington calibers.

Winchester, Ky.   – DoubleStar Corp, manufacturers of high-quality, US-made AR components, rifles and pistols, is proud to introduce the American-made STAR10-BX™ rifle line with two new calibers: 6.5 Creedmoor and .260 Remington. The STAR10-BX line is based upon the popular STAR10-B™ Rifle, which elevated the power and precision of the AR-10 platform to a new level.260remington6_5creedmoor_cmyk.jpg

The STAR10-BX utilizes a 22” stainless steel, free floating, heavy barrel with a 1:8 twist rate for added velocity. It also incorporates the STAR10-B billet aircraft 7075 TC aluminum upper and lower receivers anodized to MIL-SPEC. The flattop upper receiver features a brass deflector and dust cover, while the lower receiver features an integrated trigger guard and enhanced magwell. The STAR10-BX also features a CMC 3.5 lb. Trigger Group and the ACE™ Hammer™ Buttstock.

At an overall length of 45.5”, this semi-automatic rifle comes equipped with a low-profile gas block, Bullseye™ Muzzle Brake, Samson .308 Evolution (15”) Handguard, BCMGUNFIGHTER™ Charging Handle with MOD4 Latch and a Hogue® pistol grip. It also features a Nickel Boron Bolt Carrier Group and comes with a 20-round magazine. MSRP $2,549.99. Read more

Firearms

NSSF: YouTube’s New Policy Provides Cause for Concern


You may see media coverage of the adoption by YouTube of a new firearms content policy that has the potential to affect our industry and your business.  </em>

YouTube’s announcement this week of a new firearms content policy is troubling.  We suspect it will be interpreted to block much more content than the stated goal of firearms and certain accessory sales.  Especially worrisome is the potential for blocking educational content that serves an instructional and skill-building purpose.  YouTube’s policy announcement has also served to invite political activists to flood their review staff with complaints about any video to which they may proffer manufactured outrage.

Much like Facebook, YouTube now acts as a virtual public square.  The exercise of what amounts to censorship, then, can legitimately be viewed as the stifling of commercial free speech, which has constitutional protection. Such actions also impinge on the Second Amendment. Read more

Gun Control

Montana: Spring livestock carcass disposal begins

In the continuing effort to reduce conflicts between grizzly bears and livestock producers on the Rocky Mountain Front, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is partnering with the Montana Stockgrowers Association, the National and Montana Wildlife Federations, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to implement a carcass collection and removal program. These partners have contributed local outreach efforts and logistics coordination, operating funds, and a truck with fuel to pick up carcasses from participating landowners.

“As grizzly bears continue to move out from the Rocky Mountain Front and into areas they haven’t occupied, we’ll continue to look for ways to work with local producers, communities, and other partners to avoid or reduce conflict,” said FWP director, Martha Williams. Read more

Wildlife

New Tactacam 4.0

Caledonia, MN- Tactacam is unlike any other camera on the market. It is designed by hunters for hunters with one goal, sharing the excitement and enjoyment of your hunt. From the launch of our very first Tactacam 2.0 we have listened to the feedback and went back to the drawing board with high expectations and we feel we have exceeded them.  The all new Tactacam 4.0 is packed full of features like Wi-Fi compatible viewing and control via your smartphone, battery indicator and the ability to film in 3 different resolution settings. The ultra-sharp lens and low light recording brings your target 5X closer than other POV cameras on the market making the Tactacam 4.0 the ultimate weapon mounted camera.   MSRP $329.99

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Hunting, Optics

Michigan: Conversations & Coffee with DNR fisheries staff scheduled throughout state

Those interested in discussing local and statewide fisheries management activities with Michigan Department of Natural Resources staff are encouraged to stop by one of several upcoming “Conversations & Coffee” events taking place around the state this spring.

The DNR Fisheries Division has hosted “Conversations & Coffee” the past few years to give people an opportunity to meet with managers and biologists, discuss local issues and management activities, and get specific questions answered. These meetings are extremely informal; at many of the meetings no formal presentations will be made.

Information on local and statewide regulation changes affecting anglers also will be made available at these meetings. Refreshments will be provided.

Meeting dates, times and locations include: Read more

Fishing
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