Category: Ammunition

Speer Ammunition Adds New 30 Super Carry to Its Gold Dot Product Line

LEWISTON, Idaho –– Speer Ammunition announces the addition of the new 30 Super Carry cartridge to its Gold Dot Personal Protection product family. Hailed as one of the biggest handgun cartridge introductions in decades, the new Gold Dot 30 Super Carry from Speer continues to bolster the ammunition options for this new platform. Check with your local ammo store for availability.

The Gold Dot 30 Super Carry has the power of a 9mm Luger with more magazine capacity. The combination of performance and smaller-diameter sized .313-inch diameter projectile allow the Federal Ammunition engineered cartridge to deliver 9mm Luger muzzle velocity, with terminal performance that far exceeds that of 380 Auto. Read more

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Remington Opens Sporting Clays Course, Hosts Inaugural Spring League

Lonoke, Arkansas –– Remington Ammunition is excited to announce the opening of the Remington Gun Club to the public. Complete with a brand-new 13 station sporting clays course, the inaugural spring sporting clays league is now underway.

Only steps away from Remington’s historic ammunition factory in Lonoke, Arkansas, Big Green has recently expanded the Gun Club with a new 13-station sporting clays course and has begun construction on an additional 12-station north course as well.

Established in 1978, but closed by previous Remington company ownership, Big Green’s new owners have re-opened the gates of the club to again welcome both novice and competitive shooters from across the country. A longtime destination for trap and skeet shooters, the club has added the state’s only sporting clays course open to the public. The new addition was made possible with the support of the Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation and the MidwayUSA Foundation.

In addition to the re-opening of the Gun Club, Remington is hosting their first spring Sporting Clays League. With two divisions- 17 and younger and 18 and older- the league opened on April 6th and will continue through May 22nd. This six week, 300 target league has weekly ammo winners, and added cash prizes. Read more

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Trulock Federal Heavyweight TSS #9 Choke with Federal Heavyweight TSS #9 Shotshell

GW: No doubt that this load and choke combine for an awesome pattern; however, Michigan (and, maybe other states) does not permit anything smaller than #6 shot.

Whigham, GA – For the absolute tightest patterns, use Trulock® Federal Heavyweight TSS # 9 choke combined with the Federal® Heavyweight TSS 9 shotshell. The Trulock® Federal® Heavyweight TSS # 9 choke is made from high strength, heat treated 17/4 stainless steel with a black oxide finish. This choke has been optimized using hundreds of rounds of Federal Heavyweight TSS # 9 shell to give nominally 400 pellets in a 10 inch circle at 40 yards.

Trulock® Federal Heavyweight TSS #9 Choke and Federal Heavyweight TSS #9 Shotshell 10 inch pattern at 40 yards

Trulock® strongly recommends turkey hunters pattern their gun to make sure they know how the point of impact and the point of aim compare. These patterns are so tight you can miss the bird unless you KNOW where the gun impacts on the target. There are many things that can go wrong in a turkey hunt, but the combination of Trulock® chokes with these loads means that down range shot performance won’t be one of those problems.

Trulock® Choke Tubes goal is to make high-quality, close tolerance turkey choke tubes at reasonable prices. All Trulock® Chokes are backed with a 60-day satisfaction guarantee and a lifetime warranty. Check out TrulockChokes.Com for choke recommendations with lead or steel shot, for a variety of game. Contact us at TrulockChokes.Com, or if you want to talk to a real live person and get the absolute best in customer service, then reach out at 800-293-9402. At Trulock® Chokes, customer service is not just a name; it is something the company is dedicated to giving. Read more

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Norma Precision Ammo Relocates to Georgia

Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Norma Precision Ammunition, a subsidiary of the leading European ammunition manufacturer RUAG Ammotec, has established its U.S. headquarters, manufacturing site, and warehousing and distribution operations in Chatham County. The company is currently hiring.

“With their facilities in close proximity to the Port of Savannah – the top port for U.S. exports – and our highly-skilled pool of talent, I’m confident that RUAG Ammotec will be very pleased with their decision to invest in the Peach State,” said Governor Kemp. “I’m grateful to Norma Precision Ammunition for their job-stimulating investments, and I look forward to seeing the opportunities this creates for hardworking Georgians in the region.”

With operations in 12 different countries, Swiss-based RUAG Ammotec develops and produces high-end ammunition for sports shooters, special operations forces, and peace officers worldwide, serving key markets in the military, law enforcement, hunting, and sporting goods sectors. In 2021, Norma Precision Ammunition imported over 400 containers of ammunition from RUAG Ammotec factories in Europe, while also delivering over 30 million cartridges of ammunition made in the U.S. Read more

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The Profound Effects of Anti-Gun Rhetoric

By Glen Wunderlich

Charter Member Professional Outdoor Media Association (POMA)

Through the tough times of the pandemic, Americans have begun to reacquaint themselves with a sense of self-reliance some may never have known heretofore.  We’ve seen firsthand the empty store shelves and how common necessities have been hoarded without a clue as to their return to the marketplace.  We are learning to grow our own food, catch our own fish, and to hunt for meat.

This wave of self-sufficiency extends to home protection and self-defense, as well.  One only needs to look to the demonization of law enforcement and the resulting chaos inflicted upon law-abiding citizens, as we watched nightly scenes of our cities burning to understand the rationale for alternatives to self-preservation.  Plus, the anti-gun sentiment and the continuous desire to restrict Second Amendment rights by officials, who’ve sworn to protect those rights is more than hypocritical; they’re threats to freedom and Americans have taken notice.

Since year 2008, the firearms industry has been booming and continues to be a bright spot in our otherwise struggling economy, as evidenced by 5.4 million new gun owners in the country this past year!  Again, that’s new gun owners.  Regardless of economic conditions across the country, the industry has grown and created over 375,000 new, well-paying jobs since the middle of the Great Recession in 2008.   These are good jobs paying an average of $56,900 in wages and benefits.

In the United States, the industry and its employees pay over $7.86 billion in taxes including property, income, and sales-based levies.  A report by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) also notes the significant impact the firearm and ammunition industry has on wildlife conservation funding in America through its growing Pittman-Robertson excise tax contributions to the Wildlife Restoration Trust Fund which exceeded $1.1 billion in 2021.  Along with hunting and fishing license sales, it is these funds that support sound wildlife management.

Particular to Michigan’s economic contribution of arms and ammunition for the year 2021 are the following examples.  Direct jobs:  5155; Resulting Wages:  $210,684,600; Direct Output:  $643,807,600.  Although Michigan is not one of the top 10 states in these figures, it rates as the 10th leading state in related growth and economic development and for related jobs it is 9th in the country.

According to the NSSF, not only does the manufacture and sale of firearms and hunting supplies create good jobs in the United States, but the industry also contributes to the economy as a whole. In fact, in 2021 the firearm and ammunition industry was responsible for as much as $70.52 billion in total economic activity in the country.

The broader economic impact flows throughout the economy, generating business for firms seemingly unrelated to firearms.  Americans working in industries as varied as banking, retail, accounting, metal working, and even printing, all depend on the firearm and ammunition industry for their livelihood.

Our freedom, self-reliance and enjoyment of the outdoors all benefit from the industry that our misguided leaders love to hate.

Ammunition, Archery, Firearms, Fishing, Gun Control, Hunting, Self Defense, Wildlife

Remington Ammunition Introduces NEW Turkey Loads for 2022

Lonoke, Arkansas – March 23, 2022 – Remington Ammunition is thrilled to announce the introduction of new tungsten and high velocity loads for turkey hunting enthusiasts. Part of Remington’s 2022 new product lineup, Premier® Magnum Turkey High Velocity in 20 ga. and Premier® TSS in 12 ga., 20 ga. and .410 Bore are ready just in time for turkey season.

Premier TSS is Remington’s deadliest turkey shell made to-date. The ultra-dense Tungsten Super Shot payload delivers increased range, dense patterns and more smackdown power. Available in 12-gauge, 20-gauge and .410 bore, the exclusive new Remington R top-wad secures shot and buffering for consistent patterns.

Previously only available in 12-gauge, Premier Magnum Turkey High Velocity lead delivers hard hits and is loaded with Remington’s Power Piston one-piece wad and magnum-grade lead shot. The new three-inch, 20-gauge payload provides dense patterns and deep penetration.

“It’s an exciting time at Remington and getting these loads into the hands of turkey hunters this spring is part of the fun,” said Joel Hodgdon, Remington’s Director of Marketing. “These loads are crafted to bring down gobblers at farther ranges with more gauge options and higher velocities than Big Green has ever offered in the past.” Read more

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AMMO, Inc. Announces Delivery of Donated Ammunition to Ukraine

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 24, 2022 — AMMO, Inc. (Nasdaq: POWW, POWWP) (“AMMO” or the “Company”), owner of GunBroker.com, the largest online marketplace serving the firearms and shooting sports industries, and a leading vertically integrated producer of high-performance ammunition and components, today announced that it has confirmed the delivery of its 1 million rounds of donated ammunition to the Ukraine governmental authorities.

Fred Wagenhals, AMMO Chairman & CEO, stated that “we are very happy to announce that we have delivered the donated ammunition, we have directed our people on the ground near the border conflict zone to deliver and hand-off of the 1 million rounds of ammunition AMMO donated to support Ukraine’s valiant efforts to protect its citizens and sovereignty. Our international operations sales and management team members are continuing to work their contacts around the globe in government and private business as we explore other opportunities to engage with and support the Ukraine forces.” Read more

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Getting Involved Directly with Ukraine Defense

From Jim Shepherd, Editor of Outdoor Wire

As Russia’s army continues to pound away at the cities and people of the Ukraine, the global response is resoundingly unified: this can not be allowed to happen again. As our government express reluctance to escalate the tension between the United States and Russia, the people of both countries are making their opposition known.

Across the country, movements are getting involved in the efforts to resupply and support both the Ukrainian army and the citizenry that is suffering at the hands of Russia’s slow, destructive march across their country.

The shirt captures “the Ukrainian spirit” perfectly. No one there’s backing up easily for the Russian army. Remington and others are letting frustrated U.S. citizens make their support known as well. The shirt’s $19.99 and shipping is free. Here’s the link.

The gun industry is no exception to the desire to help. From selling tee shirts to making outright donations of goods and services, it seems everyone is getting behind the Ukrainian cause.

Today, we’re happy to report that the first group to pledge assistance to the Ukrainian defense forces, Ammo, Inc. (NASDAQ: POWW) Chairman and CEO Fred Wagenhalls has received official confirmation that his company’s donation of one million rounds of ammunition has (finally) been received by the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense.

The National Shooting Sports Foundation assembled what is essentially a critical needs shopping list: Specifically, Ukraine is requesting donations of the following rifles, pistols and ammunition:

  • 7.62?39mm
  • 7.62x51mm
  • .308 WIN
  • 5.45?39mm
  • 5.56?45mm
  • Sniper rifles chambered in .308 WIN or 7.62?51 mm and ammunition (including bipod and scope) NOTE: If donating a non-.308 “sniper type” rifle, e.g., .338 Lapua or similar, Ukraine requests that manufacturers provide ammunition with the rifle.
  • Pistols and ammunition chambered in 9?19 mm
  • Extra magazines
  • Spare parts

This is really the equivalent of “inside baseball” type information, but the hostilities aren’t allowing time for “the usual channels” to function. If you’re looking for the information to put on the Bureau of Industry and Security – U.S. Department of Commerce export license application it’s this:

Ultimate consignee/end user Ministry of Defense, Kyiv. Ukraine

The end use is: “for use by Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces of Ukraine.” Since the ultimate consignee/end user is the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, no import certificate is required from Ukraine before shipping.

The NSSF has more information available if you’re a linkedIn member.

We’re also hearing reports of probes into the computer systems of industry members. Those are suspected to be originating from “the other side” of the Ukrainian conflict, so computer security companies are advising companies to be extra vigilant in regards to any suspicious activity regarding their computer systems.

And the newest editor of The Outdoor Wire Digital Network, Hispanic edition editor Raul Mas, isn’t one to simply sit and watch. When he saw the attacks on Ukrainian civilians, he decided to do something. He connected with Joshua Garay, a former US intelligence agent who now runs a non-profit child rescue organization F3 Missing Children’s Intelligence Agency.

Operation Jolly Roger is one of the many efforts to assist Ukrainian children following the Russian invasion. Operation Jolly Roger logo with permission.

Together, they launched a humanitarian effort called Operation Jolly Roger, to rescue children trapped in the Ukrainian combat. They took the name from Operation Peter Pan, the humanitarian effort that helped bring 14,000 children from communist Cuba in the early 1960s.

Operation Jolly Roger launched on Monday, March 7, and had their first case only minutes after. An American father was desperate to get his Ukrainian born wife and toddler back to the United States. They’d been visiting when the war broke out.

And they’ve had similar pleas for help every day since. You can find out more about Operation Jolly Roger here.

We’re all helping as we can.

 

Ammunition, Firearms

Primary Arms Joins the NSSF in Support of Ukraine with Combat Supply Donation

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Following the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s recent call for support, Primary Arms has prepared a shipment of combat supplies for the Ukrainian military and is now asking its partners to join the initiative.

As the war in Ukraine continues to develop, the Ukrainian military has called for support through donations of mission-critical battlefield supplies. This includes armaments, gear, and equipment for Ukrainian soldiers, and the American firearms industry is prepared to offer its support. The gun industry’s foremost trade organization, the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), recently called on its members to provide aid packages for quick shipment. Specifically, the NSSF requests shipments of firearms and ammunitions, as well as magazines, optics, and parts.

As a leading retailer and optics manufacturer, Primary Arms is proud to support this initiative and has already prepared a shipment for the Ukrainian defense.

“The defense of Ukraine deserves the support of the American firearms industry,” says Marshall Lerner, Founder and CEO of Primary Arms. “Primary Arms is proud to join the NSSF in its assistance initiative, and we call on all our partners to do the same.”

For others in the industry willing to join the push, please refer to the NSSF’s guidelines, included below: Read more

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Brownells Announces “Mag Dump” to Raise Funds for SAF Lawsuit against WA Mag Ban

GRINNELL, Iowa –– In response to the standard-capacity magazine ban passed in Washington state, Brownells will donate $2.00 to the Washington-based Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) for every aluminum Brownells AR-15 magazine sold. SAF is currently planning to file a lawsuit against the state of Washington on behalf of gun owners in the state.

The Brownells Mag Dump donation event lasts through June 24 and has two main goals.

The first is to help Washington state gun owners procure reliable, proven, standard-capacity magazines for their AR-15 style firearms – before the ban goes into effect – to help guarantee their ability to exercise their 2nd Amendment rights and freedoms. Read more

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