CZ Summer Event Sale

  • Save up to $100 cash back on select CZ firearms
  • Scorpion 3+, 600 Alpha, and CZ Shotguns are all part of the rebate
  • Good for select guns bought July 1, through September 30, 2023

Kansas City, KS – CZ, a world-renowned leader in premium firearms manufacturing, is pleased to announce a limited-time rebate event showcasing an extensive selection of hunting and defensive firearms. From July 1 to September 30, 2023, customers can take advantage of significant savings when purchasing eligible CZ firearms. This exclusive opportunity allows you to acquire top-of-the-line firearms at exceptional prices.

Eligible firearms include: Read more

Smith & Wesson Releases New M&P 22 Magnum with TEMPO Barrel System

SPRINGFIELD, MA., (7/11/2023) – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, today announces the release of the new M&P22 MAGNUM pistol, chambered in 22 WMR.

This latest addition to the M&P series is all about bringing more. More capacity, more reliability, and more features. Its internal hammer-fired design, paired with the TEMPO gas-operated barrel system, keeps components locked in place until the bullet passes the gas port, increasing performance. With a staggering 30-round capacity, the full-size polymer frame M&P22 MAGNUM ships with two magazines so you can spend less time reloading and more time training. It comes with a fiber optic front sight, black notched rear sight, and is optics-ready, allowing you to direct-mount most of the popular micro red dots available today.

“The M&P22 MAGNUM combines the best features of our internal hammer fire control system with the patented TEMPO barrel design, creating a smooth operating experience for the shooter. The 22 WMR is a versatile and field-savvy cartridge that has been a legacy among American shooters, hunters, and trappers for decades. Smith & Wesson is proud to offer a new pistol that further supports the use of this cartridge outdoors or on the range,” said John Myles, Senior Manager of New Products.

The M&P22 MAGNUM is fully ambidextrous, has a 4.35-inch stainless steel barrel with Armornite® finish, includes a flat-face trigger, and Picatinny-style rail for mounting accessories. This pistol is proudly made in the U.S.A. and has an MSRP of $649.00. Read more

Red Arrow Weapons Debuts 350 Legend

Red Arrow Weapons is adding to its lineup of high-quality yet affordable firearms with its new 350 Legend.

Built on the AR-15 platform, the 350 Legend features a pistol-length black nitride barrel and Magpul CTR stock with a 7075 T-6 aluminum upper and lower.

Tipping the scales at just over 6.4 pounds, it comes equipped with a 2.5-pound drop-in trigger and RAW 15-inch M-lok hand rail. Read more

Stevens 560 Shotguns Bring Value, Performance

Savage Arms announced today that the Stevens 560 Shotguns are now available across the country. These value-driven firearms give hunters, competitive and recreational shooters multiple options for the range or the field. The 560 is a semi-automatic shotgun offered in 12 gauge with two barrel length and stock options.

The newest line of shotguns is designed to be a workhorse in the blind, with a distinguished style and look a great bonus. Experienced and new shotgunners will enjoy the reliably-cycling field and compact shotguns that are equally at home shooting clays all day or walking endless upland fields.

“These 560s are a worthy addition to our lineup and any hunter or shooter’s gun safe,” said Beth Shimanski, Director of Marketing for Savage. “These guns will run all day, are available in a few different options to accommodate all shooters and look great too. With summer in full swing, it’s not too early to pick up a 560 and hit the range to get ready for hunting season.”

The Stevens 560 Field semi-automatic shotgun is available in both full-size and compact models with added features like a raised ventilated rib with mid bead and front fiber optic sight. This gas operated shotgun with oversized controls is a great, hardworking option.

The Stevens 560 Field models feature: Read more

4-H Shooting Sports National Championships Conclude in Grand Island, Nebraska

For five days in late June, young shooters from across the country descend on the quiet town of Grand Island, Nebraska for the 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships. The event concluded last Friday with national champion individuals and teams from nine different disciplines being awarded at the Heartland Events Center. This year was the largest competition in the event’s 23 year history with 42 states (last year’s high was 39) and 718 athletes.

Teams from the 42 states competing in the 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships parade into the Heartland Events Center during the Opening Ceremony.

The 718 participants from 42 states that compete in the 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships taking the competitors pledge.

According to the National 4-H Shooting Sports website, “The focus of all 4-H programs is the development of youth as individuals and as responsible and productive citizens. The National 4-H Shooting Sports Program stands out as an example. Youth learn marksmanship, the safe and responsible use of firearms, the principles of hunting and archery, and much more. The activities of the program and the support of caring adult leaders provide young people with opportunities to develop life skills, self-worth, and conservation ethics.”

As kids progress through the 4-H Shooting Sports they have the opportunity to compete, first at the county level to qualify for the state contest where the top individuals aged 14-18 in the nine disciplines (air pistol, air rifle, small bore rifle, small bore pistol, shotgun, muzzleloading, compound archery, recurve archery, and hunting skills) qualify to compete at nationals. Unlike other competitions, a youth can only qualify once in each discipline—if you make it to nationals for shotgun, you can’t go back in that discipline, however you can go back in any of the others. Many kids plot out their path to try to compete each of the years they’re eligible, but others are happy to make it once in their career.

The competition is a grueling nearly week long event. Equipment check in starts on Sunday evening with inspections to ensure all firearms and bows meet rules for draw or trigger pull weight, scope settings, and more. Monday is slated for final practice and confirming that all equipment is still sighted in after the trip—teams travel from around the country with many driving long hours in order to tote all the necessary gear.

Competitors drove from across the company to compete at the 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships.

On Monday evening during the opening ceremony, state teams parade in together—similar to an Olympic grand entrance—waving state flags and wearing matching gear for the opening ceremonies. Leaders from the outdoor industry welcome the competitors and their families. Companies like Federal Premium Ammunition, Crosman, Midway USA, and Grand Island-based Hornady recognize the importance of supporting these young people who are the future of the shooting sports. The companies sponsor the event and participate on the National 4-H Shooting Sports Committee to help guide future events. Supporting young shooters is important enough that Jason Hornady announced during his speech that his company will be increasing his sponsorship by an additional $10,000 for a total of $30,000 for next year’s championships.

Jason Hornady, whose company is based in Grand Island and is a corporate sponsor of the 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships, welcomes the participants to the event.

For the next three days, the kids compete in their disciplines at the Heartland Public Shooting Center. It can be a challenge for some who excel in specific parts of the discipline but not in others. In shotgun competition, shooters must compete in sporting clays, skeet, and trap. Archers must be able to do FITA, field, and 3D archery. Rifle, muzzleloading, and pistol will shoot their discipline’s version of silhouettes, CMP Sporter, NRA 3-position, Slow Fire Bullseye, or a modified Camp Perry Round. For specialists, it can be humbling but what better way to learn the full breadth of each discipline.

Competitors in the shotgun competition during the skeet round support each other after shooting.

And although each of these disciplines are broad, the real generalists are those competing in the Hunting Skills event. Read more

Outerwild Outpost: A Dealer’s, Builder’s, and Gun Enthusiast’s One-Stop Online Shop

(LAKE ZURICH, IL) – Outerwild Manufacturing produces original equipment for the firearm industry’s top brands and takes great pride in working with these companies to solve manufacturing challenges. Today, Outerwild offers the same high-quality components to dealers, smaller manufacturers, builders, and gun enthusiasts with no minimum purchase commitment at www.outerwildoutpost.com. The online store extends access to specific, individual components, replacement parts or cohesive kits and matched billet sets for any level. “We don’t sell inventory we do not have on our floor, making shipping fast. Product pages show a ‘notify me’ button when inventory is out, and by clicking on that, an email is sent immediately when stock is back online” notes Leanne Lally, Marketing Director, Outerwild. “The advantage of an online store is the convenience to shop 24/7 from anywhere to acquire just the parts you need to start a build, or every component to build an entire rifle or fleet of arms!”

“Most recently, we launched our own brand of AR-15s including the Outerwild Timbrwlf and Razrback rifles. These fully assembled rifles are purpose built from the ground up using corrosion-resistant materials and finishes and all the efficacies of our manufacturing facility.” said Lally. “Using only 100% American-made materials Outerwild focuses on quality and craftsmanship.” Whether you need an all-around Range Repair kit, a competitive, precision barrel or a corrosion-resistant and reliable bolt carrier group, Outerwild Outpost supports its customer needs with great service for those who ultimately support its business. The additional Dealer Advantage Program is easy to sign up for and promotes exclusive sales and a custom variance program while guaranteeing a “built-in profit” over retail prices. Shop Outerwild Outpost’s comprehensive selection and latest promotions at https://outerwildoutpost.com/

MidwayUSA Foundation Provides $900,000 in Range Development Grants

MidwayUSA Foundation has provided cash grants for the third year in a row to help ranges across the country expand and encourage more youth shooting sports activities. This year, $900,000 has been awarded to 45 recipients. These grants ensure our country’s ranges are able to support our youth with the best shooting experience possible.

This is just one of the many programs that MidwayUSA Foundation offers to provide funds to grow and sustain youth shooting sports. Since this grant program’s inception, some funded improvements have included creating bigger and better parking areas to allow a range to host larger youth events, handicap accessibility for ease of athletes and spectators, the addition of sporting clays courses to offer youth shooters another way to compete, and more. MidwayUSA Foundation’s Range Development grant program ensures that the future of youth shooting sports continues to progress.

Since 2021, the Foundation has awarded 122 grants, totaling $2,150,000, for range improvements. These funds have been dispersed throughout the entire United States. The Northeast region has received $631,681.84 and the Northwest region has received $571,597.61. In the south, ranges in the east received $540,722.05 and the west region received $405,998.50 in range development funds. To see the full list of MidwayUSA Foundation Range Development grant recipients, visit https://www.midwayusafoundation.org/grants/ Read more

Drop the Hammer with the New Taurus TH45

Bainbridge GA – What’s the only way to improve on the best selling TH-series of Taurus pistols? Clearly, make it in a bigger caliber: announcing the Taurus TH45. This polymer framed, double-action/single-action semi-auto packs 13 rounds of 45 ACP into an easily controllable package for shooters who want a little more “oomph” in their defensive pistol.

The TH45 didn’t just take the existing TH-series and “make it bigger” though. Each action component was carefully thought out to take the increased punishment that a big bore cartridge like 45 ACP will deliver. This was done while preserving the smooth double action pull on the TH45, and still delivering a crisp, duty-ready single-action trigger. Plus, like all other TH-series pistols, the TH45 can be carried “cocked-and-locked” thanks to Taurus’ innovative thumb safety/decocker.

“I can’t think of anything better than launching a 45 ACP the same week as Independence Day,” said Caleb Giddings, Brand Marketing Manager at Taurus. “The 45 ACP is a quintessential American cartridge, and the TH45 is the perfect platform from Taurus to expand into this particular caliber.”

The Taurus TH45 is a semi-automatic, polymer framed handgun chambered in 45 ACP. It features a traditional double action trigger, meaning the first shot has a long, smooth trigger pull like a revolver. But all subsequent shots are in single action mode for fast, precise shooting. Its 13 round capacity makes it an excellent choice for personal protection, home defense, and competition shooting. Lastly, the new TH45 use industry standard sight dovetails so the sights can be easily swapped for different models. Read more

Colors Added for Taurus 856

Bainbridge GA – Add a little character to your carry gun with the selection of multi-color finishes on the Taurus 856! The popular 6 shot 38 Special revolver is now available for a limited time with several special edition finishes.

The best thing about the new color options for the 856 is that at its heart, the gun is still one of the best carry guns on the market. All the new color options are built off the 856 Ultra-Lite, which tips the scales at 16 ounces unloaded. With 6 rounds of 38 Special on board, it offers a 20% increase in firepower over other 5 shot models. Read more

NSSF-Adjusted NICS Background Checks for June 2023

The June 2023 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) figure of 1,110,696 is a decrease of 19.6 percent compared to the June 2022 NSSF-adjusted NICS figure of 1,382,287. For comparison, the unadjusted June 2023 FBI NICS figure 2,152,187 reflects a 14.8 percent decrease from the unadjusted FBI NICS figure of 2,527,308 in June 2022.

June marks the 47th month in a row that has exceeded 1 million adjusted background checks in a single month.

The second quarter 2023 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) figure of 3,654,134 reflects a decrease of 6.7 percent as compared to the second quarter 2022 figure of 3,916,986.

Please note: Twenty-four states currently have at least one qualified alternative permit, which under the Brady Act allows the permit-holder, who has undergone a background check to obtain the permit, to purchase a firearm from a licensed dealer without a separate additional background check for that transfer. The number of NICS checks in these states does not include these legal transfers based on qualifying permits and NSSF does not adjust for these transfers.

The adjusted NICS data were derived by subtracting out NICS purpose code permit checks and permit rechecks used by states for CCW permit application checks as well as checks on active CCW permit databases. NSSF started subtracting permit rechecks in February 2016. Read more

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