Category: Firearms

CMP Ammunition Warning

Dear CMP Family,

The CMP advises to not use .30/06 ammunition in M1 Garands, 1903s, and 1903A3s that is loaded beyond 50,000 CUP and has a bullet weight more than 172-174gr. These rifles are at least 70 years old and were not designed for max loads and super heavy bullets. Always wear hearing and eye protection when firing an M1 Garand, 1903 and/or 1903A3 rifle.

This warning is an update/addition to the Ammunition section in the Read This First manual enclosed with each rifle shipment (M1 Garand manual-page 6 and M1903 manual-page 10).

Civilian Marksmanship Program

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a federally chartered 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation. It is dedicated to firearm safety and marksmanship training and to the promotion of marksmanship competition for citizens of the United States. For more information about the CMP and its programs, log onto www.TheCMP.org.

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ISOtunes Sport DEFY Ear Pro for Shooters

Carmel, IN – ISOtunes®, creator of some of the world’s most innovative outdoor hearing protection, recently announced it has officially entered the shooting sports market with ISOtunes Sport. Continuing its new series of hearing protection for professional shooters, competitors, and hunters, ISOtunes is thrilled to announce another exciting new product: the ISOtunes Sport DEFY. An over-ear, muff-style headset, the ISOtunes Sport DEFY provides firearm enthusiasts an impressive catalog of innovative features.

A tactical shooter’s dream, the ISOtunes Sport DEFY enhances your hearing by up to 8x while protecting you from high-impact noises in under 2 milliseconds with a 25 NRR. Through its comfortable design and SafeMax Technology™ that limits volume output to 85dB, DEFY guarantees shooter safety, damage-free listening, and all-day performance. Additionally, DEFY features a unique dual-battery design that provides up to 11 hours of use with the rechargeable lithium-ion battery and up to an additional 22 hours with AAA batteries. The noise-isolating microphone allows for clear communication in loud environments. Read more

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Luth-AR AR-15 / M16 Barrel Vise Jaws

The perfect armorer tool for holding AR barrels. The Vice Jaws uses 2 “V” blocks that clamp into your bench vise to simplify assembly work. Additional notches and surfaces can be used to hold or stabilize components while setting or removing pins and other operations.

Details:

  • Will work with standard barrels as well as 1? bull barrels and 3/4? heavy barrels.
  • Solid high strength 6005 A-T61 aluminum for extreme durability.
  • No anodize
  • 4? length

MSRP: $29.95 Read more

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Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 3.8″ Compact OSP

GENESEO, ILL. – Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the newest addition to the popular XD-M® Elite series — the XD-M® Elite 3.8″ Compact OSP™.This EDC-ready 9mm, like all the XD-M Elites, redefines what you should expect from modern, striker-fired firearms.

The XD-M Elite 3.8″ Compact OSP is designed for concealed carry, combining impressive capacity and performance with concealable dimensions for ease of carry. The 3.8″ match grade Melonite® finished barrel maximizes ballistic performance while remaining compact for concealability, and the compact grip frame houses a double-column stainless steel magazine that provides 14+1 capacity in the two included magazines.

As an Optical Sight Pistol (OSP), the new XD-M Elite 3.8″ Compact OSP features a removable seamless cover plate that reveals a mounting location for the optic of your choice, such as the new HEX™ Dragonfly™ or HEX Wasp™.

To facilitate quick reloads, the XD-M Elite 3.8″ Compact OSP also features a removable extended and flared “short” magwell. An additional benefit of the removable magwell is that you can quickly convert the pistol from a compact to a full-size frame with a 19+1 capacity. This is accomplished by simply removing the magwell and employing optional full-size XD-M magazines with compatible magazine sleeves. Read more

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Beretta Armorer Field Courses

Accokeek, Maryland –– Beretta USA and our sponsor class host Oak Forest Police Department have decided to reschedule our 92/96 Beretta Armorer course that was originally scheduled for April 28 to Monday, August 9, 2021.

Also, we currently have a few openings for our 92/96 Beretta Armorer course located at the Broward Sheriff’s Office Training Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL, on June 9, 2021.

If you are interested in signing up for either of these courses, please register early. Limited space will be available. Read more

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Christensen Arms Introduces New Modern Precision Pistol

Gunnison, Utah – Christensen Arms, manufacturer of state-of-the-art precision firearms and custom carbon fiber barrels, is proud to announce the new Modern Precision Pistol (MPP). Weighting in at just 4.4 to 5.8 lbs., this new MPP was created for situations that require a lightweight, compact firearm such as backpacking or back-country hunting.

Building upon the success of their Modern Precision Rifle (MPR), the Modern Precision Pistol (MPP) is a purpose-built, bolt-action pistol chassis. It is initially available in four calibers with a muzzle-threaded barrel, in lengths ranging from 7.5” to 12.5”, creating an ideal suppressor host. Read more

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SIG SAUER Unveils U.S. Army Best Ranger Competition M17 Trophy Pistols

NEWINGTON, N.H. – SIG SAUER is honored to announce the creation of the U.S. Army Best Ranger Competition M17 Trophy Pistols for the upcoming 2021 Best Ranger Competition being held at Fort Benning, Georgia, April 16-18, 2021. The custom M17 pistols were designed and built by SIG Custom Works and beginning this year, the custom M17 pistols will be presented as the official Best Ranger Competition Trophy pistols to the two-man team that earns the Best Ranger title annually.

The U.S. Army Best Ranger Competition is a grueling competition that identifies the best, two-man U.S. Army Ranger buddy team on a course that is designed to place extreme demand on each team’s physical, mental, technical and tactical skills. The competition is open to all Ranger-coded positions within the U.S. Army and each year competitors from across the globe come to compete with the hopes of earning the prestigious Best Ranger title.

“The Best Ranger Competition is the ultimate physical challenge that puts any operational and traditional skills to test, under extreme circumstances, for sixty straight hours of punishing, non-stop, endurance competition,” said Jason St. John, Director, Government Products, SIG SAUER, Inc. and Sergeant First Class (Retired), U.S. Army Ranger. “It’s an incredible honor for SIG SAUER to be afforded this opportunity to present this custom M17 pistol as the official trophy pistol of this prestigious competition to recognize the elite Ranger competitors and their sacrifice.” Read more

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Plano AW2 Pistol Case

Grand Prairie, TX -When it comes to having multiple pistols that need the same levels of protection Plano has everyone covered. The interior has more than enough room for large frame revolvers, full size pistols, cameras, video equipment, or any sort of gear you can fit. From a single pistol to multiple cameras and lenses, there is an AW2 size to suit all needs.

As with all Plano products the AW2™ is made in the USA. It features a Dri-Loc® seal to keep dirt, dust, debris, and moisture out while the interior features pluckable foam. An over molded handle allows for easy transport and even airline approved. Plano has thought of nearly everything by ensuring additional safety with the ability to be pad lockable. Changing altitudes won’t affect any sensitive contents either, due to the incorporated pressure release valve.

FEATURES: Four-Pistol Case Read more

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Daniel Defense Announces Manufacturing Freedom 20th Anniversary Sweepstakes

BLACK CREEK, GA– Daniel Defense, manufacturer of the world’s finest firearms and accessories, is proud to celebrate 20 years of manufacturing firearms and accessories by kicking off a series of sweepstake giveaways to take place throughout the remainder of 2021.

From April 9 through December 31, the company will give entrants a chance to win one of twenty rifles or AR style pistols. The twenty unique giveaways will be promoted through social media, industry advertising and Daniel Defense’s influencer network. No purchase is necessary and consumers can enter as many times as they like.

“We’re extremely proud of the growth we have been able to achieve over the last twenty years and have our employees, distributor and retailer partners, and most importantly our consumers to thank,” said Daniel Defense President & CEO Marty Daniel. “We would not be where we are today without the support and enthusiasm of our customers so to thank them for their continued support, we have decided to ‘give away the catalog’. By the end of the year, we will be giving away one (1) of almost every firearm we make.”

To learn more about the Manufacturing Freedom® 20th Anniversary Sweepstakes and for a full list of rules and regulations, visit https://danieldefense.com/sweepstakes Read more

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Barrett Awarded United States Army’s Precision Sniper Rifle Contract

Murfreesboro, TN: Barrett Firearms Manufacturing Inc. is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a five-year $49.9 million contract under the United States Army Precision Sniper Rifle program with its MRAD® (Multi-Role Adaptive Design) MK22TM MOD 0 rifle, paired with a Leupold & Stevens Mark 5 HD scope and sniper-accessory kit. The MK22TM will replace several current fielded Army sniper rifles.

Designed with precision and modularity in mind, the MK22TM provides even greater flexibility within the highly successful MRAD® rifle platform. This multi-caliber bolt action sniper rifle is capable of converting between 7.62x51mm, .300 Norma Magnum (NM) and .338 Norma Magnum (NM) calibers, based on the mission.

The Army said in its budget request that the MRAD® MK22TM rifle platform “increases stand-off distances ensuring overmatch against enemy counter sniper engagements and increases sniper capability.” Read more

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