NEWTOWN, Conn. – NSSF®, the trade association for the firearm industry, updated retail survey-based estimates and concluded that nearly 5 million Americans purchased a firearm for the very first time in 2020. NSSF surveyed firearm retailers which reported that 40 percent of sales were conducted to purchasers who have never previously owned a firearm.

NSSF tracks the background checks associated with the sale of a firearm based on the FBI’s National Instant Background Check System (NICS). NSSF-adjusted NICS checks for January through July 2020 is a record 12.1 million, which is up 71.7 percent from the 7.1 million NSSF-adjusted NICS January through July 2019. This equates to nearly 5 million first-time gun owners in the first seven months of 2020.

“This is a tectonic shift in the firearm and ammunition industry marketplace and complete transformation of today’s gun-owning community,” said Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF Senior Vice President of General Counsel. “These first-time buyers represent a group of people who, until now, were agnostic regarding firearm ownership. That’s rapidly changing, and these Americans are taking hold of their God-given right to keep and bear arms and protect themselves and their loved ones.” Read more

Features Primary Arms 4-16×50 FFP MIL-DOT Scope with All-New GLx Riflescope Mount

Includes Magpul FDE Bipod and Extra 20rd SCAR .308 Magazine

Complete Package Valued at Over $4,900

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Primary Arms is celebrating Independence Day with their largest giveaway yet: a fully-kitted FN SCAR 20S Precision Rifle, complete with a Primary Arms GLx riflescope and GLx mount, plus a Magpul bipod and a spare 20rd SCAR .308 magazine. Valued at over $4,900, this rifle package will offer exceptional precision at any range, even when engaging targets beyond 1,000 yards.

For most enthusiasts, the SCAR 20S represents one of the premier precision semi-automatic rifles on the market today. Its steep price-point places it outside the budget for most hobbyists, but with Primary Arms’ giveaway, one winner can take home this marksman’s rifle for free. With a 20in CHF barrel and Geissele Super SCAR two-stage match trigger, this rifle has every feature necessary for sub-MOA groupings, but Primary Arms is providing a few extra accessories to improve performance.

For visibility at distance, Primary Arms includes their GLx 4-16×50 FFP MIL-DOT Riflescope and brand-new GLx 30mm 20MOA riflescope mount. The GLx 4-16×50 FFP Riflescope is a versatile optic that excels at medium-to-long distances. This scope’s turrets use steel adjustment rings and a proprietary locking system to quick and accurate turns that will last a lifetime. This scope comes supported by Primary Arms’ brand new GLx 30mm 20MOA Cantilever Riflescope Mount, which is made with top-quality materials here in the USA. With hardened steel hardware and a special phosphate coating, this mount can apply more clamping force for greater durability and zero-retention.

To enter this giveaway and to view the full terms and conditions, simply visit the Giveaway Landing Page or follow the instructions on the accompanying Primary Arms Blog article. The giveaway will run until July 31, 2020 at 11:59pm CST. The winner of this giveaway will be contacted via email by August 3rd. Read more

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Primary Arms now offers a full selection of 5.56 AR15 barrels from FN America. These barrels stand out with exceptional quality and durability, covering a wide variety of barrel and gas lengths with both cold hammer forged and button-rifled machining. If you’re looking to complete your rifle with a truly combat-proven barrel, these barrels from FN America are built to perform in the most demanding environments worldwide.

From quality materials to precision craftsmanship, every FN barrel is built for peerless reliability and accuracy in adverse conditions. Each barrel comes from 41V50 Chrome Moly Vanadium steel, which is either cold hammer forged or button-cut for improved consistency and longevity in combat. The bore is chrome-lined to further protect the rifling, while the exterior receives a full Manganese Phosphate coating to prevent corrosion from humid or wet environments. With 1:7RH Twist and M4 feed ramps, these barrels help you get the most from high-grain precision ammunition.

“We are excited to kick off our recent FN America partnership with their high-quality line of AR-15 barrels,” says Aaron Whatley, Primary Arms’ Director of Merchandising. “These barrels are all chrome lined, high pressure tested and magnetic particle inspected, and machined with proven gas port values for reliable functionality.”

Even with these high-quality components, most FN America barrels are priced fairly between $199.99 and $299.99, making them a great choice for builders looking to get premium performance without breaking their budget. For a full list of available models, check the FN Barrels page on the Primary Arms website.

Reno, NV –

Legacy Sports Int’l is excited to announce that their POINTER KST-1230 Single Barrel Trap is now shipping. This is a great looking entry level trap gun that is easy on the wallet too! The POINTER KST-1230 comes in 12 ga. with a 2 ¾ “chamber, a 30” Raised and Vented Wide Rib Barrel and a fiber optic front sight, 5 Extended screw in chokes are included – ( Full, Modified, Improved Mod, Improved Cylinder and Cylinder ) , Walnut stock with adjustable cheek piece , Walnut Beavertail forend, Ejector and all at a very Reasonable Price !

POINTER KST-1230
12 ga.
2 3/4” chamber
30” Raised & Vented Wide Rib Barrel
Fiber Optic front sight
5 Extended Chokes
Walnut Stock with adjustable Cheek piece
Beavertail Walnut forend

MSRP’s at $599 Read more

North Logan, UT- Anarchy Outdoors, a leading industry innovator and supplier of precision rifle components and other high-performance firearms accessories, has introduced two major upgrades for the Thompson Center Compass and Venture rifles, a Thread Bolt Handleand a Picatinny Scope Base with Bubble Level. Both the Compass and Venture are great rifles, available at a reasonable price with solid features. Like many factory rifles there is always an opportunity to make improvements in ergonomics and performance. These two new products from Anarchy Outdoors will make these rifles easier to shoot and more accurate at long range.

Part of maximizing the accuracy and functionality of any rifle system is properly fitting it to the shooter. The Threaded Bolt Handle is more ergonomic than the factory handle. It is swept back further and places the bolt knob is a position that makes it easier and faster to work the action. The end of the Threaded Bolt Handle also has 5/16”-24TPI threads. This enables a significant degree of improvement with any of the Anarchy Outdoors aftermarket bolt knobs with the same threads. Precision machined from 17-4 stainless steel and now available in a satin or black nitride finish, the Threaded Bolt Handle for the TC Compass and Venture has an MSRP of $59.99. More Info: Venture Bolt Handle Compass Bolt Handle Read more