As America celebrated 250 years of independence, Bleecker Street Publications is marking the occasion the only way we know how with legendary firearms and a giveaway worthy of the nation that built freedom.

The 250th Anniversary Giveaway is officially live, giving one lucky winner the opportunity to take home two of Smith & Wesson’s most celebrated firearms: the Model 1854 Traditional Walnut Lever Action and the Model 19 Classic (No Internal Lock). Together, they represent nearly two centuries of American firearms innovation from one of the country’s most storied manufacturers. This isn’t simply another patriotic promotion, it’s a celebration of American craftsmanship, heritage, and the enduring culture that has defined generations of shooters, hunters, competitors, and defenders.

America’s 250th birthday deserves more than a commemorative logo or another collection of products assembled under a patriotic banner. It deserves something authentic, something that celebrates the companies and traditions that helped shape American firearms history. That’s exactly what this giveaway delivers.

“America’s 250th birthday is a milestone worth celebrating the right way,” said Charles Anderson, CEO of Bleecker Street Publications. “Smith & Wesson has spent more than 170 years building firearms that have become part of America’s story. Pairing two of its most iconic models in one giveaway is our way of honoring that legacy while giving one reader an unforgettable prize.”

The promotion reflects what Bleecker Street Publications has always been about, connecting passionate Americans with the firearms, gear, and stories that matter. Everyday, readers turn to Bleecker Street Publications for trusted reviews, breaking product news, in-depth testing, and expert editorial covering every corner of the firearms and outdoor industries. The 250th Anniversary Giveaway extends that mission by putting two firearms into the hands of one fortunate winner.

While many anniversary promotions focus on building the biggest dollar figure, Athlon Outdoors chose to focus on something more meaningful, iconic firearms with genuine historical significance.

The firearms community doesn’t measure value solely by a price tag. It measures value through heritage, craftsmanship, performance, and the stories every firearm carries with it. Few manufacturers embody those qualities like Smith & Wesson, and few pairings better represent America’s firearms legacy than a classic revolver alongside a beautifully crafted lever-action rifle.

As the nation reflects on a quarter millennium of freedom, Bleecker Street Publications invites the shooting community to celebrate the enduring spirit that built America and continues to define it today.

The 250th Anniversary Giveaway is open now for a limited time. Official rules, prize details, and entry information are available on the Athlon Outdoors giveaway page. Read more

Colt’s Manufacturing Company and Guns.com have teamed up to offer a one-of-a-kind auction featuring an exclusive collector’s edition Colt Custom Shop Python in celebration of the nation’s founding, with all proceeds benefitting the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF).

“Anniversaries invite reflection, but they should also inspire ambition,” said Colt’s Head of Marketing Kristin Marlow. “As America marks its 250th anniversary, this firearm pays tribute to the Python created for the nation’s Bicentennial in 1976 while also celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Colt Custom Shop. For 190 years, Colt has been part of the American story – a nation shaped by innovation, individual liberty, and a constant belief that tomorrow can be better than today. That’s a value Colt shares with our partners at Guns.com and the Second Amendment Foundation. We honor our past with gratitude, while looking confidently toward the future.”

Crafted to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, the Colt Custom Shop Python pays tribute to one of the most sought-after commemorative revolvers in Colt’s history: the 1976 Bicentennial Python. Drawing inspiration from that iconic firearm, this special edition features a bright stainless finish, smooth walnut grips with eagle medallion, vintage-style markings, and patriotic roll engraving honoring the nation’s founding and enduring spirit. Read more

Sioux Falls, South Dakota – Silencer Central is thrilled to announce that today, June 19, 2026, Day 64 of the 100 Days of Silence promotion will provide one lucky winner with an amazing 9mm bundle. The package will have more than $3,500 in guns, gear, training, and, of course, a suppressor. Don’t delay! This giveaway is available for one day only, and one lucky winner will take home a sweet 9mm prize.

Today’s prize package includes:

• Ruger PC Charger 9mm pistol
• BANISH 9 suppressor
• ATN ThOR 6 Mini thermal scope
• Winchester Super Suppressed 9mm
• Shooting Targets USA pistol dueling tree
• One-year Armorer membership

This massive prize package is part of the 100 Days of Silence promotion; the largest giveaway of firearms and suppressors ever attempted. We are past the halfway point to the end, so enter now. Each day a new prize package is up for grabs. Keep in mind, you must register for the giveaway every day. Enter and find complete eligibility details and official rules are available at www.PopularSuppressors.com/100-Days-of-Silence/. Read more

Hook & Barrel Magazine^®, The Lifestyle Magazine for Modern Outdoorsmen^™, is excited to announce its latest exclusive giveaway sweepstakes, awarding two lucky winners a Taurus GX2 TORO—a sleek, modern concealed-carry 9mm pistol that blends everyday reliability with a fast, optics-ready design built for confident, on-target performance.

“The GX2 TORO is a straightforward 9mm built for how people actually carry today,” said Niki Morrison, Hook & Barrel’s Director of Marketing and Public Relations. “We’re excited that not one but TWO Hook & Barrel readers will win!”

Entering the sweepstakes is simple: readers can visit the Hook & Barrel website and follow the instructions on the giveaway page, where full terms and conditions are also available. The sweepstakes is currently running through June 30, 2026, and winners will be notified after the sweepstakes concludes. Read more

Guns.com launches its second giveaway as part of the new national campaign, “Stop Scrolling, Go Train,” presented by Walker’s. The giveaway, running through May 10, 2026, offers Guns.com customers a chance to win a prize package featuring two SIG Sauer firearms and optics, as well as range gear from partners Walker’s, 5.11 Tactical, Birwood Casey, and TEKMAT.

The giveaway complements Guns.com’s ongoing promotional deals, ending May 31. Gun owners can also enter a weekly $100 gift card drawing, with winners announced each Friday.

The second of three giveaway packages is valued at over $5,000, and includes:

• • SIG Sauer R516 (Bronze) & ROMEO8T-AMR™ COMBO KIT
  • SIG Sauer P365-FUSE TACOPS & ROMEO-X SIG-LOC
  • Walker’s Recon Bluetooth Digital Ear Muffs
  • Walker’s SHOTSYNC
  • 5.11 Tactical Range Ready Backpack
  • Birchwood Casey range kit
  • TEKMAT gun mat

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Protect Liberty PAC today announced the launch of its Freedom Giveaway Sweepstakes, a nationwide initiative designed to expand grassroots engagement ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The campaign features premium firearms from Benelli alongside a newly released line of patriotic t-shirts commemorating America’s 250th birthday.

At the center of the first Freedom Giveaway, is a Benelli Lupo Rifle in 300 Win Mag., prominently showcased on the sweepstakes webpage. The firearm reflects the performance, reliability, and craftsmanship that have established Benelli as a trusted name among hunters, sport shooters, and Second Amendment supporters.

Protect Liberty PAC is deeply appreciative for Benelli’s partnership in supporting the initiative. The collaboration highlights a shared commitment to engaging supporters who value constitutional freedoms and the traditions associated with America’s outdoor heritage.

The Freedom Giveaway Sweepstakes is structured to increase participation and broaden the organization’s supporter base. Participants may enter for a chance to win while contributing to Protect Liberty PAC’s broader efforts to support candidates aligned with constitutional rights.

Earlier as part of this 2026 initiative, Protect Liberty PAC also launched a limited-edition patriotic t-shirt line celebrating America’s 250th birthday. Now, each t-shirt purchased provides entry into the Freedom Giveaway, transforming a symbol of American pride into meaningful participation in protecting constitutional freedoms.

The Freedom Giveaway Sweepstakes is now live at www.protectlibertypac.com/freedom-giveaway/

No contribution necessary to enter or win, full terms and conditions apply. Read more