The latest Firearms and Ammunition Excise Tax Collection report released by the Department of the Treasury indicates that firearm and ammunition manufacturers reported tax liabilities of $243.8 million in the 1st calendar quarter of 2023; down 18.9 percent over the same time period reported in 2022. The report, which covers the time period of January 1, 2023, through March 31, 2023, shows that $78.7 million was due in taxes for Pistols and Revolvers, $80.3 million for Firearms (other)/ Long Guns and $84.9 million for Ammunition (shells and cartridges). Compared to the January to March quarter 2022, tax obligations were down 23.9 percent for Pistols and Revolvers, down 9.2 percent for Firearms (other)/ Long Guns and down 21.9 percent for Ammunition (shells and cartridges). ??????

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SPRINGFIELD, MO – CrossBreed® Holsters, a leading manufacturer in the category of concealed carry, has teamed up with Lena Miculek to develop an exciting new holster series for the SIG SAUER™ P365-380 ROSE™ and P365-XL Comp ROSE™ personal defense handguns, which will also be available for sale directly on SigSauer.com.

The ROSE by SIG SAUER™ model Modular Holster merges CrossBreed Holsters‘ legendary design and manufacturing quality with world champion shooter Lena Miculek’s eye for detail and practical function. The ROSE by SIG SAUER™ series handguns represent a complete personal defense system by SIG SAUER® in conjunction with competitor and trainer Lena Miculek. They were developed to guide women in their journey from the point of purchase to their first time at the range. Read more

Redefining the Gun Cleaning, Maintenance and Optics Mounting Experience

Introducing the Master Gun Workstation, a breakthrough new tool that was designed from the ground up to enhance the firearms cleaning, maintenance and optics mounting experience. This innovative product is more than an easy to use, gun holding vise. It is the first true gun workstation and is packed with innovative features including a quick-adjustable clamp for one-handed firearms placement, a Gun Gripper™ yoke for form-fitting retention, a leveling knob for optics mounting, integrated storage for chemicals, brushes, jags and cleaning rods and integrated compatibility with the Smart-Assist™ Quick-Connect Accessory System. This thoughtfully designed workstation will help ensure your cleaning, maintenance and optics mounting tasks go as seamlessly as possible.

At the heart of the Master Gun Workstation is a convenient quick-adjustable clamp feature that allows for fast and secure gun placement with one-handed tightening, ensuring a perfectly positioned firearm with minimal effort and frustration. The yoke is also one-hand adjustable for both width and height, and with an impressive 18.3 inches of travel, it easily accommodates the longest rifles and shotguns. The workstation also offers unparalleled stability and positioning capabilities, with easily adjustable non-slip feet that can be clamped or screwed to your workbench. Read more

The Optics-Ready FN 510 and 545 MRD Offer Pinpoint Control and Accuracy

FN America, LLC is pleased to announce the release of the striker-fired FN 510 MRD and 545 MRD optics-ready big bore pistols. With dimensions just slightly larger than an FN 509, these two big bore pistols are ideal for users who want to carry with a lot more stopping power. The pistols feature 15+1 rounds of 10mm or .45ACP at the ready, a target-grade 6-pound trigger pull with crisp break, and the company’s patented optics mount that enables enhanced accuracy, making them the perfect tool for personal and home defense. Harness the stopping power of these big bore calibers and be ready to face any situation that may come.

“Following the overwhelmingly positive response to the FN 510 and 545 Tactical, which released in January, we received customer feedback requesting models in these calibers with flush-fit barrels, day sights and magazines that were more carry-friendly, as well as accessible in states that restrict threaded barrels or capacity,” said Chris Cole, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for FN America, LLC. “These MRD models, following the successful formula of the FN 509 MRD models, feature our patented optics mounting technology in a 15-round grip frame optimized for accuracy and shootability.”

The FN 510 and 545 MRD feature a flush-fit, 4.1-inch barrel housed within a machined steel slide with front and rear cocking serrations for ease of manipulation. The barrels are cold hammer-forged with a recessed target crown to extend accuracy and a polished feed ramp to ensure reliable feeding of the majority of commercially available loads in both 10mm and .45ACP. Read more

TALO Distributors, Inc. announces a special edition Glock collaboration available from TALO member distributors to dealers nationwide. This special run starts with the Glock 17 Gen4, US manufactured version, with special slide treatments contracted by TALO.

Item number 13209 is upgraded with a quality stainless PVD slide treatment. The flats are beautifully polished with an armory grade cut engraved scroll pattern. The slide top has been left in a satin finish to maintain shoot-ability outdoors. Suggested retail is $799.99 on these limited production pistols. Read more

Weatherby will introduce the newest member of the Orion ® shotgun family, the Orion SxS (Side-by-Side). The Orion SxS is the perfect companion for your next bird hunt or clay shoot. The straight English stock, splinter forend, and double triggers bring a classic but functional look to the Orion family. A swamp rib with a brass bead ensures a clear sight picture for quick and accurate wing shooting. The Orion SxS comes equipped with 5 extended chokes (SK, IC, Mod, IM, Full) and the barrel was designed to handle modern steel shot loads. Made for conscious bird hunters, the side by side features extractors to make sure empty shells end up in your pocket and not on the landscape. Starting at just 6.7lbs, this is a shotgun you can carry all day long and is available in 12 and 20 ga. Check your local Weatherby dealer in the month August for availability.

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July 2023 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) figure of 1,023,903 is a decrease of 17.0 percent compared to the July 2022 NSSF-adjusted NICS figure of 1,233,115.

For comparison, the unadjusted July 2023 FBI NICS figure 1,987,650 reflects a 15.7 percent decrease from the unadjusted FBI NICS figure of 2,358,150 in July 2022. July 2023 marks the 48th month in a row, 4 years, that has exceeded 1 million adjusted background checks in a single month.

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. Read more