Extended hours at DNR shooting ranges to help hunters prepare for firearm deer season

The DNR Ortonville, Pontiac Lake, Rose Lake and Sharonville shooting ranges are open six days per week in October (closed Tuesday) and seven days per week Nov. 1-15 (including Election Day and Veterans Day).

Weekday shooting hours:

• Ortonville and Pontiac Lake – 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
• Rose Lake and Sharonville – 9 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.

In addition, we’re offering extended weekend shooting hours Oct. 29-30, Nov. 5-6 and Nov. 12-13:

• Ortonville and Pontiac Lake – 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Rose Lake and Sharonville – 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

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HAYMARKET, VA –– SK Customs® is officially shipping the HAKA in stainless steel, the final product of a two-part, limited-edition production designer series Colt 1911.

“As we continue to pay tribute to traditions and cultures from around the world, we’re thrilled that this firearm is now available for shipping,” said Simon Khiabani, owner and founder of SK Customs. “The HAKA is a ceremonial dance in Mori culture and represents a display of a tribe’s pride, strength and unity. SK Customs is proud to finally get this historical pistol into the hands of collectors and firearm enthusiasts.” Read more

North Haven, CT – Mossberg is pleased to offer the latest Hornady® Precision Rifle Cartridge, 7mm PRC, in its series of Patriot Predator bolt-action rifles. Designed to outperform existing 7mm cartridges in a standard long-action rifle, the 7mm PRC is a match-grade cartridge that delivers consistent velocity and repeatable accuracy. The 7mm PRC is the perfect “match” for Mossberg’s purpose-built, suppressor-ready Patriot Predator platform. Two synthetic-stocked models are available with 24-inch barrel length and 1:8 twist rate to maximize the performance of the 7mm PRC cartridge.

The Patriot Predator bolt-action is based on Mossberg’s proven twin-lug push-feed machined-steel action, fed from a flush polymer magazine. The free-floating, carbon steel barrel is threaded (5/8”-24 threads per inch) for ease of adding a suppressor or muzzle brake; includes a protective thread cap; has a 11-degree match crown; and is fluted. For the addition of optics, the Patriot Predator is equipped with a receiver mounted Picatinny rail. Patriot rifles feature Mossberg’s patented LBA™ (Lightning Bolt Action™) user-adjustable trigger with a 2 to 7-pound range of adjustment for consistent shot placement. Rounding out this full-featured rifle is an oversized bolt handle; spiral-fluted bolt; and sling swivel studs.

Stock options include a Flat Dark Earth stock with matte blue metal finish (28170) and TrueTimber® Strata™ camouflaged stock with complementing Patriot Brown Cerakote metal finish (28171). MSP: $519 – $616 Read more

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – October 27, 2022 – Following the recent launch of the Impulse Mountain Hunter, Savage Arms is thrilled to introduce a wide array of rifles chambered in one of the newest long-action cartridges, 7mm PRC from Hornady®. The 7mm PRC provides ultimate performance without compromising accuracy.

“We’re thrilled to get these 7mm PRC additions into the hands of Savage fans and shooters everywhere,” said Beth Shimanski, Director of Marketing at Savage Arms. “With Savage’s heritage for proven accuracy, these rifles are designed for top performance and match grade accuracy, putting challenging shots and the biggest game in your reach.”

Optimized for ultimate long-range shooting and big game hunts, the Hornady® 7mm PRC utilizes long, high BC bullets for excellent and repeatable execution. The case is designed to use common, temperature stable, magnum speed propellants yielding consistent velocity and increased barrel life. These rifles are hunt-ready and changing the game for 2023. Read more

Granbury, TX (October 25, 2022) – Constructed with its namesake in mind, the Grizzly compact double barrel handgun by Bond Arms® is ruggedly built through reliability. Whether looking for a carry weapon, camp handgun, truck gun or just a fun gun for the range, the Grizzly is up to the task. Bond’s compact Grizzly is as tough as a grizzly bear.

Chambered in a versatile .45LC / .410, with 3-in. double barrels, Bond Arms created the Grizzly to be both compact and powerful. Machined front and rear sites for accuracy, paired with a trigger guard for safe carry and signature rosewood grizzly bear grips; the Grizzly is five inches in length and weighs only 20 oz. Read more

Rogers, AR – A bold design, loaded with smart features, the ESCORT DF12 stands out in an ever-growing world of modern shotguns. This auto-loader is a sporting enthusiast’s dream and is ideal for close-range applications. Using the modern sporting rifle design and capitalizing on adaptable features, the DF12 reaches beyond its potential as a mere shotgun. The 18 in. barrel includes three chokes, accommodates heavy slugs and light bird shots, making it a great all-around option.

This DF12 is manufactured from tough aircraft-grade alloy with an overall weight of 8.9 lbs. The upper and lower receivers are overbuilt with a robust construction that is meant to take a beating. As one of ESCORT’s VTS models, this semi-automatic shotgun runs on a gas-powered system similar to those found in traditional auto-loading shotguns, but without the added bulk of a tube below the barrel.

This 12-gauge, magazine-fed shotgun is chambered in 3″ magnum and will cycle both 3″ and 2 ¾” loads without hesitation. The DF12 comes with an ESCORT standard oxidation resistant, chrome-plated, drilled steel barrel. Each barrel is proof tested at the factory to ensure the utmost strength. A muzzle cover protects the barrel and locks the forend into place, adding to the robustness and modularity of this shotgun platform. Read more

Kansas City, Kansas – Built on an enhanced soft-recoiling CZ 712 shotgun, the 712 G3 shotgun smokes clay targets and tumbles game birds like autoloaders which cost twice as much! With a classic look and performance-driven features, shooters will be able to handle both light and heavy loads making the CZ 712 G3 a great choice no matter the situation.

The new CZ 712 G3 is at home on the clay target course or in the field. Its gas-operated mechanism softens recoil and cycles 2 ¾- and 3-inch shotshells. The shotgun comes with two pistons, for light and heavy loads. Either piston accepts a wide range of shotshells within its designation. With the light piston installed, soft recoiling shotshells for target shooting can be cycled easily. While with the heavy piston installed, the CZ 712 G3 can take on even the hottest loads waterfowl hunters use.

The 712 G3’s chrome-lined barrels hold up under extended firing and ensure consistent patterns through five furnished extra-long Active-Choke tubes. The CZ 712 G3’s receiver and barrel wear a handsome, durable matte black finish that minimizes glare and can be paired with either black synthetic, camo, or walnut stocks. Read more

GENESEO, ILL. – Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of specialized color offerings for Hellcat® and Hellcat® Pro 9mm pistols.

The Hellcat and Hellcat Pro have proven themselves to be class-leading concealed carry options. The 3? barreled micro compact Hellcat features an impressive capacity of 11+1 with their patented magazine, and 13+1 with the included extended mag. The Hellcat Pro features a 3.7” barrel and flush-fitting 15-round magazine.

The Hellcat is offered in both standard and “Optical Sight Pistol” versions. The OSP variant features a removable cover plate that allows direct mounting of a micro red dot in the Springfield Micro™ footprint for the lowest possible profile. This allows for co-witnessing with the pistol’s U-Dot™ sight system, made up of a high visibility tritium and luminescent front sight paired with a tactical rack U-notch rear. Read more

Anderson, well known for manufacturing lower receivers, is expanding into the handgun market.

HEBRON, KY – Anderson Manufacturing, the leading producer of AR-15 lower receivers, has put decades of experience in precision firearms manufacturing into their first handgun, the new, 100% American-made Anderson Kiger 9c. Inspired by the wild mustangs of southeast Oregon, the Kiger is an independent, bold and powerful take on a compact, 15+1 capacity, 9mm semi-auto pistol.

Built on an original polymer frame, with over-molded front and rear slide rails, the Anderson KIGER-9c is a striker-fired handgun with strong lines from its serrated stainless steel, DLC-coated slide and barrel to its aggressive grip texturing and extended beavertail. Thumb and forefinger texturing has also been mirrored on each side of the frame and the trigger guard undercut for enhanced handling and ergonomics. A short, crisp trigger pull allows for confident, quick and accurate shots on target while an integrated, beveled magazine well with improved channel allows for reliable magazine changes. Under the barrel, a forward Picatinny rail provides easy mounting of weapon lights and accessories.

Designed for modern versatility, the Anderson KIGER-9c is compatible with most GLOCK 19 Gen3™ aftermarket components, providing unlimited opportunities to customize the KIGER-9c to fit the needs of any gun owner. Its popular and familiar profile also affords the shooter a discreet, every day carry while maintaining 15+1 rounds in one compact package. Read more

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts –– Savage Arms has officially announced the Impulse Mountain Hunter as the newest model in their award-winning series of straight-pull rifles. Introducing faster speeds and lighter weights for big game treks, this rifle is a gamechanger for 2023.

“At Savage, we not only value the input of our customers, but we also listen to it. Since 2021 when Savage launched the first Impulse variant, the number one request we’ve received is for a lightweight version ideal for hunting in the mountains,” said Beth Shimanski, Director of Marketing at Savage Arms. “With extreme accuracy and breakthrough technology, the Mountain Hunter is light, sharp, and encompasses all that the Impulse family represents, thus giving our customers what they wanted.” Read more