Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
SEDALIA, MO – Starline Brass has recently introduced cartridge cases for the .32 Auto. The .32 Auto has been chambered in numerous handguns throughout the world and adopted by many government agencies. After its introduction in 1899, the .32 Auto (.32 ACP) was chambered in several popular blowback automatic pistols, including the Colt Model 1903, the Savage Model 1907, and the Browning Model 1910. Read more
On Monday, Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc (NYSE:RGR) will announce it has become is the latest major firearms manufacturer to jump into the ammunition business.
Ruger’s initial entries into the ammunition marketplace will be in the most popular person-defense calibers.
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The announcement will detail a new line of Ruger-branded ammunition in the popular personal defense calibers: .380 Auto, 9mm, .40 S&W and .45ACP calibers.
With this arrangement, Ruger joins Sig Sauer in the recent vertical integration of ammunition into their product lines.
There is, however, one major manufacturing and positioning difference between the two: Ruger has chosen a lead-free copper alloy/nylon binder bullet technology versus the more traditional lead-based projectiles.
Paso Robles, CA – Weatherby, Inc., long known for their superior firearms and rifle cartridges, will usher in a new era in ballistic superiority by introducing both a new cartridge and a new caliber of bullet to the Weatherby line, the 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum. Read more
NEWTOWN, Conn.-The National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®), the trade association for the firearms industry, is pleased to announce the opening of the First Shots “10 Years & 10 Prizes Sweepstakes.” Created to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of NSSF’s First Shots program, the sweepstakes is open now and runs through Dec. 15. Read more
NEW BRITAIN, CT – Previously only made for the U.S. Government, Okay Industries AR-15 .223/5.56 magazines are now available commercially for manufacturers, law enforcement and civilian shooters. Coveted by U.S. soldiers, Government Agencies and sought after by civilian shooters alike, OKAY magazines are renowned for reliable feeding and flawless performance in any Mil-Spec AR-15 compatible platform. Since co-developing the original 30 round M16 magazine with the U.S. Military in 1973, OKAY magazines have earned a reputation as the best USGI versions available. Called SureFeed®, these appropriately named magazines are perfect for any Mil-Spec AR-15 modern sporting rifle. Read more
A global leader in offering quality and innovative firearms, Browning now introduces a new, full-line of superior performance ammunition for hunting, personal defense and target shooting. The development of Browning Ammunition will provide millions of men and women, including new shooters and hunters across the world, with “The Best There Is.™”
“Browning Ammunition builds upon the legacy and heritage of our brand while introducing innovative products that will carry the iconic Buckmark™ symbol,” said Travis Hall, Browning president and CEO.
Browning and Winchester developed this full line of ammunition products under the Browning brand, which will debut in January, 2016.
The Browning Ammunition portfolio includes popular ammunition offerings in rifle, shotgun, handgun and rimfire, featuring advanced technologies for hunters and shooters. Read more
Larry and Brenda Potterfield, owners of MidwayUSA, recently received the John L. Morris award from the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies. The John L. Morris award was presented to the Potterfields in recognition of their exemplary leadership in conservation and their lifetime commitment to fish and wildlife stewardship. The Annual Awards Banquet was held Tuesday September 15, 2015 during the 105th Annual Meeting of the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies at the JW Marriott Starr Pass in Tucson, Arizona. The Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies is a professional association that serves as the collective voice of North America’s state, provincial and territorial fish and wildlife agencies. Read more
Jagemann is excited to announce the launch of the 9 mm polymer magazine.
MANITOWOC, Wis. – Jagemann is pleased to announce the launch of its new reloading brass program. Jagemann has partnered with Crow Shooting Supply to launch this program.
The product line features primarily pistol variants including 380 Auto, 9 mm, 40 S & W, 10 mm and 45 Auto. Revolver variants available include .38 Special, .357 Mag and .357 Sig. Others in development include .44 Mag, .45 LC and additional rifle variants. Additionally, 300 Blackout is currently shipping and available. Read more
Cortland, NY…….The 22 TCM is an interesting new cartridge in the long gun scene and handloaders are excited to get going on load development. Read more
New 7mm 195 gr EOL Elite Hunter Now Available!
Berger Bullets is excited to announce the release of their new 7mm 195 gr EOL Elite Hunter. This bullet was inspired by Bob Beck, host of Extreme Outer Limits (EOL), and designed by Bryan Litz. Bob and EOL are building rifles that are capable of shooting extremely aggressive bullets, so Bryan and Berger Bullets have risen to the challenge of producing such a bullet. The 195gr EOL bullet has the highest ballistic performance of any 7mm bullet currently in existence, and is truly the first of its kind for a number of reasons. Read more