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Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is proud to announce that it has been recognized by the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) as Firearms Manufacturer of the Year for the thirteenth consecutive year. The Ruger Precision® Rimfire Magnum was also awarded the NASGW Caliber Award in the Best New Rifle category. Read more
Sheridan, WY – Weatherby is excited to announce three new Mark V Carbonmark rifles providing custom-built features in a stunningly-precise rifle. The newly introduced Weatherby Mark V product line launches many all-new models with features and technologies at aggressive pricing levels. The new Weatherby Mark V Carbonmark, Carbonmark Pro, and Carbonmark Elite have the following features:
In addition to the above, the new Weatherby Mark V Carbonmark features a BSF Carbon Barrel which is lightweight, accurate, and fast-cooling. Using a 416R stainless steel match barrel roll-wrapped with a carbon fiber sleeve loaded under tension to create strength and reduce overall weight. 95% of the carbon fiber does not touch the barrel allowing air to foil around the steel and rapidly cool the barrel, adding rigidity and reducing overall weight. This creates an incredibly strong barrel that dissipates heat very well and provides consistent accuracy with high shot counts.
MSRP $2,499 Weight Standard Action: 7 LBS / Magnum Action: 8 LBS
MSRP $2,999 Weight Standard Action: 6.7 LBS / Magnum Action: 7.5 LBS
MSRP $3,299 Weight Standard Action: 7.2 LBS / Magnum Action: 8.4 LBS
“We are incredibly excited to launch these three models of Mark V Carbonmarks in partnership with BSF Barrelsl. New technologies and high performance lift the entire Mark V family. The new carbon fiber stocks of the Pro and Elite offer many shooting options from hunting to bench shooting all while saving weight. ” Says Kevin Wilkerson, Director of Marketing. Read more
Bergara Rifles to introduce their B-14 .22 LR Rifle at the NASGW Expo in Orlando, FL Oct. 22-25, 2019
Lawrenceville, Georgia – BPI Outdoors / Bergara Rifles is pleased to announce the release of the Bergara B-14 R .22 LR Rifle at the NASGW Expo in Orlando, FL Oct. 22-25, 2019.
The Bergara B-14 R .22 LR is the latest offering in their ever-popular B-14 series of rifles. Ben Fleming VP of Sales for Bergara states. “Our team has been working on a very accurate full size .22 precision trainer for several years now with a goal to help set the bar with the .22 shooters. With this gun we are confident that it will help long range .22 shooting grow for years to come.” Dakota Russell, National Sales Manager for Bergara added, “Our customers have been requesting a gun like this for some time, and with the growing NRL22 and PRS .22 competition matches the timing was right to introduce a rifle of this nature.”
This rifle is designed as a true rimfire “trainer” being that it works within the dimensions of a REM700 platform, allowing shooters to have a similar size and feel to their centerfire rifle, or even set up as a clone to their centerfire to train with. It therefore fits REM700 compatible stocks, bases, and triggers.
This being the case, it gives a perfect platform to allow any shooter the ability to customize their rifle with all kinds of compatible accessories already on the market. The magazine is a single stack .22LR mag that is built within the same dimensions as a standard short action AICS mag. Read more
.300 PRC calibers to the B14 series at the NASGW Expo in Orlando Oct. 22-25, 2019
Lawrenceville, GA – Bergara will introduce two new exciting calibers in the popular B-14 HMR and Ridge models at the NASGW Expo in Orlando, FL. on Oct. 22-25, 2019. These new configurations will be available for immediate shipment to the market. Bergara feels that these new high-performance calibers provide their customers with what they have been asking for. “We have been very pleased with the demand for the new PRC calibers in our Premier series, but equally as import, the actual performance they are delivering.” Stated, Nate Treadaway, CEO of BPI Outdoors, which is the parent company of Bergara. He continues, “Based on these two facts, it is only natural that we extend the chamberings to our two most popular B14 models.” The B-14 Rifle was designed with the purpose of offering customers a feature-rich hunting / match rifles ideal for longer range big game hunting, varmint hunting, and also a versatile target shooting rifle. The Bergara B-14’s are built in Bergara, Spain, at the same factory where all of our Bergara barrel blanks are manufactured.
Like all Bergara B-14 Series rifles, they are affordably priced and packed with features. rifle a unique cosmetic appeal. All B-14 rifles are guaranteed capable of producing sub-1.0 MOA groups or less at 100 yards using factory match grade ammunition. Read more
ORLANDO, FLORIDA – October 15, 2019 – Laser Range, a leading provider of 3D training and simulation systems, announced the release of Laser Range – a firearms training simulator with professional features developed for the consumer market to significantly enhance the indoor training experience.
“Virtual firearms training has proven to be a tremendous benefit to the military and law enforcement,” said David Avgikos, President of Laser Range. “However, existing systems are often large, complex, and priced far beyond the reach of private individuals. Laser Range changes that by offering a powerful simulator that is portable, easy-to-use, and affordable to everyone.”
The Laser Range system can turn virtually any indoor space into a full-featured firing range. Each Laser Range system includes powerful course creating software that allows anyone to build and share courses of their own design. The system is currently available in 3 configurations.
The original Laser Range system includes the Laser Range and Range Builder basic course of fire software package, the laser range camera with the pro lens filter pack, and a tabletop tripod. Actual Cost: $1,495.00. Read more
Smith & Wesson® Announces $50 Rebate on M&P Shield® Pistols
Now through December 8, 2019, receive a $50 rebate on select M&P9 Shield and M&P380 Shield EZ pistols
SPRINGFIELD, MS – Smith & Wesson Corp. today announced that it will be offering a $50 Smith & Wesson prepaid card with the purchase of select, new M&P®9 Shield™ and M&P®380 Shield™ EZ® firearms this fall. The M&P Shield $50 rebate is valid on qualifying firearms purchased from October 14, 2019 to December 8, 2019. With over 3 million sold, the M&P Shield pistol series has become one of the most popular personal protection handguns on the market.
Purchasers of a new M&P9 Shield and/or M&P380 Shield EZ pistol from the categories below between October 14, 2019 and December 8, 2019, will be eligible to receive the following:
$50 Smith & Wesson prepaid credit card on any new, qualifying M&P9 Shield pistol.
Performance Center M&P9 Shield pistols are included in this offer.
$50 Smith & Wesson prepaid credit card on any new, qualifying M&P380 Shield EZ pistol.
Performance Center M&P380 Shield EZ pistols are excluded from this offer.
Protecting the Rights of 4 Million Ohio Gun Owners
Buckeye Firearms Association to Raffle Off AR-15 in Response to Beto O’Rourke During Presidential Debate
At a recent debate, Democratic presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke responded to a question about gun control by saying, “Hell, yes, we’re going to take your AR-15.”
Gun rights advocates have known for decades that bans and confiscation is the ultimate goal of gun control efforts. However, it has only been recently that it has been discussed publicly in such clear and honest terms.
“I’d like to say that the cat is out of the bag,” said Dean Rieck, Executive Director of Buckeye Firearms Association. “But we’ve known all along where all gun control efforts lead. Read more
NEWINGTON, N.H. – SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to announce the ultra-compact SIG SAUER MPX Copperhead with new features, including a suppressor-ready barrel with A2 flash-hider, expanded 30-round magazine capacity, and a full-black finish is now available exclusively through the Bill Hicks distribution network.
The SIG MPX Copperhead is a sub-gun with in-field adaptability, unmatched performance, and familiar AR handling. Completely ambidextrous, the SIG MPX Copperhead is great for left- or right-handed shooters with its dual-sided selector switch, magazine release, charging handle and bolt release. The SIG MPX Copperhead operates from a fully-closed and locked rotating bolt, offering enhanced reliability and safety in use. A short-stroke gas piston allows the SIG MPX Copperhead to run all weights and brands of 9mm ammunition with no adjustments to the gas valve. Read more
Maximum Performance, Minimal Price
GENESEO, ILL. – In response to the immense popularity of the SAINT Victor and SAINT Edge pistols, Springfield Armory® is pleased to announce the new SAINT Pistol in 5.56mm for 2019.
With an MSRP of just $849, the SAINT Pistol is designed to offer shooters the quality and performance they expect, but at an even more affordable introductory price point. The pistol has upgraded features throughout, ensuring it delivers exceptional value and making it an ideal firearm for home protection and personal defense.
The SAINT Pistol features a balanced 9.6″ chrome moly vanadium barrel that maximizes ballistic performance while still offering compact dimensions. The adjustable premium Trinity Force® Breach Brace provides enhanced stability and meets ATF requirements for pistol classification.
Hard-use durability and rock-solid reliability are hallmarks of the SAINT Pistol. The barrel is fully Melonite™ coated for both durability and corrosion resistance, and the forged 7075 T6 upper and lower receiver ensure never-fail strength for the lifetime of the gun. Additionally, its M16 bolt carrier group, machined from Carpenter 158 steel, is shot peened and magnetic particle inspected for long-term durability. Read more
October 2019 (Miami, FL) – Taurus adds a new model to its popular 1911 Commander series with the introduction of the 1911 Commander 9mm Luger.
Built with the same key specifications and dimensions as the original 1911 Commander .45 ACP, the new model is chambered for 9mm Luger and offers additional capacity at nine rounds.
Since its introduction, the 1911 Commander has served as a reliable defensive handgun for shooters who favor the robust 1911-style construction, features, and full grip but prefer a shorter profile for daily or concealed carry. The all-steel slide and frame in matte black finish combined with the aggressively checkered grip delivers a substantive feel in the hand and the kind of durability that has made this handgun popular for those who demand dependability and reliability in their home defense or personal carry firearm. Read more