Accokeek, MD (September 22, 2021) – Beretta USA is excited to announce the launch of the new 92X Performance Defensive – the next evolution of the popular 92X Performance line of competition pistols. Specifically designed for those consumers who participate in IDPA (International Defensive Pistol Association) competitions, the 92X Performance Defensive maintains the same ergonomic design and controls as the popular 92X Performance Production platform with new enhanced features such as a lightened steel frame and slide, a red-dot optic ready slide, and aggressively textured 92X-style thin grips for instinctive control.

“Beretta USA is excited to finally present the new 92X Performance Defensive, a line extension specifically designed for IDPA competitions. The Performance Product Line has been expanding since the official launch at the 2019 IWA Outdoor Classics Show, and we are now proudly partnering with the top major sport shooting associations in the world to keep promoting Beretta products’ excellence. The Defensive represents the state-of-the-art design for SA/DA pistols to compete in SSP, ESP, and CO divisions. The feature set speaks for itself as it introduces the most innovative characteristics for a competition gun. I look forward to meeting the IDPA community at the 2021 IDPA Nationals in Colorado and enjoying the launch of this new model together,” Nicola Lorenzi, Business Development Manager – Pistols, said. Read more

(CINCINNATI, OH) – Faxon Firearms, a Cincinnati, Ohio-based manufacturer of quality rifle and pistol components, and complete firearms, is excited to announce their new line of EXOS Pistol Compensators.

The team at Faxon Firearms is continuing to expand their product offerings for handgun enthusiasts and consumers. So far this year, they have released barrels for M&P® Shield/Shield Plus, Glock® 43/43X, and SIG® P365 & P365 XL, as well as Modular Magazine Extensions for Glock® 19.

Faxon EXOS Pistol Compensators come in 3 models:

• EXOS-513 – for Glock® and Faxon’s FX-19
• EXOS-514 – for M&P®
• EXOS-515 – for SIG® Read more

Sioux Falls, South Dakota –– Silencer Central, America’s largest silencer dealer, is proud to announce that Brandon Maddox, President and CEO of Silencer Central, appeared as a guest on the legendary YouTube channel Hickok45. Maddox appeared with second amendment champion Greg Kinman to share his expertise on select-fire guns, suppressors, as well as trends in the industry. Silencer Central, as part of the interview, produced documentary footage of Maddox’s journey.

“Silencer Central is proud to be a sponsor of Hickok45,” said Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central. “Greg Kinman is an asset for every American gun owner. It was a privilege to make the pilgrimage to Tennessee and shoot on what’s arguably the most well-known backyard gun range in the world. And I’d like to thank the team at Hickok45 for allowing Silencer Central the opportunity to add to the discussion of silencers.”

Silencer Central and Joe Sir of Rizen Media produced a behind-the-scenes look at the interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1T7wZJDQ6QU.

The Hickok45 interview with Maddox is live on the Hickok45 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8dyuGiwOQU. Read more

Dayton, OH – MKS Supply, marketer and exclusive distributor for Barnaul Ammunition, Full Forge Gear, and well-known firearms brands Hi-Point Firearms and Inland Manufacturing, has teamed with Mid-Ohio Hydrographics (Mansfield, OH) to further expand its hydrographic decorating services to more hunting and shooting industry manufacturers.

Custom finishes—from the smallest accessories to firearms, bows, and larger outdoor gear—are increasingly employed to satisfy customer demands and to help distinguish brands in crowded product categories, and custom hydrographic coatings are one of the most durable, economical, and impactful way to add that special touch to any product.

Mid-Ohio Hydrographics currently provides custom and production-level hydrographic and custom-color coating services across the outdoor and shooting segments, including firearms, grips and stocks, game calls, and more. The company’s high-volume capacity and proprietary automated systems ensure fast turnaround and accommodation for the largest orders. Read more

Due to capacity limitations and COVID restrictions on alternative locations, USA Shooting announces the cancellation of 2021 Rifle and Pistol Nationals originally scheduled to take place October 2021.

After the Tommy Pool International Shooting Complex was ruled out due to recent changes in the Health Protection Condition (HPCON) level at Fort Benning, USA Shooting explored other location options such as the Olympic and Paralympic Training Center, which was also deemed unfit due to similar COVID restrictions.

“It’s very unfortunate that we have to make this announcement,” said Breanne Orey, USA Shooting Director of Competitions. We were hoping that after the disruptions in 2020 we would be able to offer some normalcy in 2021, but after exhausting all options to host this match that is not the case. I’d like to extend my gratitude to our members for their patience and understanding while we plan the rest of 2021 and into 2022.”

For those who already registered for the event, please check that you received a full refund to your original payment method. For questions, please contact competitions@usashooting.org

INMAN, S.C. –– TrueTimber has teamed up with Franchi USA to host a September rifle giveaway. One lucky winner will be randomly selected at the end of the promotion period to win a Franchi Momentum Elite in TrueTimber Strata camo and a $500 TrueTimber gift card. To enter, fans should visit TrueTimber.com/giveaway and fill out the online entry form. Promotion ends October 11, 2021.

“We are thrilled to team up with our friends at Franchi USA for this giveaway and give one lucky hunter the opportunity to win big going into this season,” said TrueTimber CEO Rusty Sellars. “Franchi has been a longtime partner of ours and it’s no secret they make beautiful rifles that deliver incredibly high quality and performance. This comes just in time for hunting season, and we know our winner will be set up for success not only this year, but for many years to come.”

This giveaway is open to continental U.S. residents only and entrants must be age 21 or older. Other restrictions apply. For more information and additional coverage on the giveaway, fans are encouraged to follow the TrueTimber and Franchi USA social media pages.

Franchi Momentum Elite

The Momentum Elite delivers Franchi’s trusted performance and quality with the added style and concealment of TrueTimber Strata camo along with a sleek and protective Cerakote® finish. This rifle offers optimal comfort and efficiency with improved ergonomics for an improved fit and feel. Franchi rifles are test-fired to ensure minute-of-angle accuracy at 100 yards. This gun features an adjustable, single-stage trigger, muzzle break and TSA recoil pad for extreme accuracy and added comfort. The Momentum Elite in TrueTimber Strata camo is available in four popular calibers, including the new 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Winchester, .300 Win Mag and 6.5 PRC. MSRP $799.99. Read more

Accokeek, MD – Beretta USA is excited to announce the launch of the new 92X RDO – the newest iteration of the venerable 90 series family. The 92X RDO aims for top performance ideal for competitive dynamic shooting and defensive purposes with a red-dot optic ready slide and dovetailed combat sights for optimal sight options, a short reset trigger, and the Beretta Vertec frame with included aggressively textured Vertec-style thin grips that ensure a more natural fit for all shooters.

“We are proud to launch the latest variant of the new 92X family of pistols”, Gabriele de Plano, Vice President of BDT Marketing & Operations, said. “This launch continues the long history of success of the Beretta 92 series, now integrating features modern shooters demand.”

Proudly built in the USA, the new 92X RDO continues the evolution of an iconic series. The red-dot optic ready 92X RDO features integral slide cuts to allow for the mounting of optional optic plate styles. Shipping with blanking covers, the end-user can purchase one of five different plates to mount all of the most popular optic variants on the market today.

The 92X RDO features a short reset trigger for faster trigger pulls. 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. Read more

Real Avid, the leader in DIY for Guns®, presents the Bore-Max Speed Clean System, a line of brushes, jags and patches innovatively designed as a significantly faster way to clean a bore with less effort. With the Speed Jag and Speed Jag Patch, expect the same results as pushing four or more traditional square patches in only one pass through the bore.

Bore-Max™ Speed Brushes™ – 2X More Crud Scrubbed

With twice the bristle density of standard brushes, Bore-Max Speed Brushes delivers over 2X the scrubbing power to the bore with each pass. The stiff and durable nickel-plated phosphor bronze bristles resist chemical breakdown in the bore to extend the life of the brush.

“In order to achieve maximize effectiveness, we found there needed to be an optimal balance between bristle density and bristle flexibility. In our testing, we recognized very quickly that having too few bristles was a waste of time and too many wouldn’t provide enough flexibility to navigate the lands and grooves of the bore,” commented Howard Tripp, Chief Innovation Officer. The bristle configuration of the Bore-Max Speed Brush is the result of finding that sweet spot, achieving maximum scrubbing density while retaining enough flexibility to effectively reach down into the lands and grooves, removing more carbon with each pass of the brush and getting maximum results faster.

In regard to nickel-plating, Tripp said, “Phosphor bronze has proven to be an ideal bristle material, with the exception of reacting poorly to bore-solvent. Nickel Electroplating these brushes solved that problem and increased their useful longevity as well.” Read more