OLATHE, Kan./July 9, 2019/Outdoor Wire – Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today introduced the Xero™ S1 Trapshooting Trainer, the first near real-time shotgun trainer that provides immediate feedback and detailed analytics for every shot taken. Using Garmin Xero radar technology and computer vision, the Xero S1 gives shooting enthusiasts never-before-seen insight into shot dynamics, shooting accuracy and performance. Users can pair their mobile device to Xero S1 through the free Xero app for a comprehensive view of shot analytics and historical shooting data providing even greater insight to help improve proficiency.

“Shooting accuracy and performance have traditionally been determined by best-guesses, but not anymore,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global consumer sales. “The Xero S1 provides a new approach for trap shooters, both novice and seasoned, to better understand their strengths, weaknesses and natural biases, as well as their shooting equipment. This understanding helps lead to faster-improved shooting accuracy. Additionally, the S1’s upland training feature gives users the ability to practice upland situations in a controlled environment with friends.” Read more

NEWINGTON, N.H. – SIG SAUER, Inc., is continuing to redefine the expectations for Everyday Carry with the introduction of the P365 XL pistol by combining the capacity, control, and shootability of a full-size pistol, with the concealability of a micro-compact. The P365 XL, much like its predecessor, is set to redefine Everyday Carry. Again.

“When the P365 was introduced it hit the market by storm, and was a game-changer when it comes to Everyday Carry, by delivering unprecedented capacity in a micro-compact size. The P365 instantaneously became the top-selling pistol, and one of the most award-winning pistols in history,” began Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc. “With the P365 XL we have once again redefined Everyday Carry by delivering 12+1 capacity, or 15+1 capacity, in a highly concealable, compact profile while bringing many of the XSERIES features to the P365 that are extremely popular and sought after by consumers.” Read more

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is pleased to announce the Ruger® Custom Shop SR1911® Competition pistol chambered in .45 Auto. This single-stack SR1911 is built for the highest levels of competition; whether you are a world-class competitor, collector or target shooter who appreciates exceptional firearms, the Ruger Custom Shop SR1911 in .45 Auto will not disappoint.

Each slide and frame are hand fitted to ensure that the action is tight, smooth and accurate. The competition barrel featuring a polished throat, fitted barrel lug and target crown is also hand fitted for precise lock-up. The Custom Shop SR1911 is assembled with only the best components, including the Koenig Shooting Sports low-mass hammer and competition sear, flat-faced match trigger shoe, precision-machined Cylinder & Slide disconnector, forged slide stop, integral plunger tube and hand-tuned sear spring. The stainless steel frame’s black nitride finish contrasts with the two-tone, hand-polished, stainless and black nitrided slide with distinctive Ruger Custom Shop markings. Textured G10 grips finish off this rugged and reliable match pistol. Read more

Vista Outdoor Inc. (VSTO) (“Vista Outdoor”) (NYSE: VSTO) announced today that it has completed the sale of the legal entity operating its Savage Arms and Stevens firearms brands to a financial buyer for a total purchase price of $170 million, comprised of $158 million paid at closing and $12 million to be paid upon maturity of a five-year seller note issued by the buyer to Vista Outdoor in connection with the transaction. Read more

One of the most exciting product releases in LWRCI™ company history is finally here. LWRCI™ announces the release of its first pistol-caliber carbine – the SMG-45. This highly-anticipated SMG model combines the company’s experience on the AR platform with an innovative delayed-blowback/short-recoil operating system to deliver a unique pistol-caliber carbine shooting experience.

“We listened closely to shooters, operators, and customers throughout the development of this exciting new platform for LWRCI™,” says David Ridley, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “The SMG is truly a ‘Step-Up’ pistol-caliber carbine that offers our customers innovative features and comfortable ergonomics in a compact package.”

Built from the ground up around US-manufactured UMP magazines, the SMG-45 is a completely new PCC in .45 ACP that features many of the same controls and performance attributes found in LWRCI™’s luxury gas-piston AR lineup. LWRCI™’s commitment to craftsmanship and design excellence is clearly evident in the SMG-45: the firearm delivers the high performance that discerning shooters demand alongside the quality and innovation that customers have come to expect from LWRCI™. Read more

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) proudly introduces three models of the Ruger American® Rimfire rifle with Go Wild® Camo I-M Brush stock and bronze Cerakote® finish. Fans of the enormously popular Ruger American centerfire rifle configuration can now enjoy the same eye-catching look in the rimfire platform. Offered in .22 LR, .22 WMR and .17 HMR, these new models are perfect for any rimfire application, from casual plinking to small game and varmint hunting at modest distances.

Similar to their centerfire counterparts, these new Ruger American Rimfire rifles are bronze Cerakote finished and feature a cold hammer-forged barrel with a threaded muzzle and factory-installed muzzle brake. Patented Power Bedding® positively locates the receiver and free floats the barrel.

These new offerings also feature the Ruger® Modular Stock System and ship with a high comb, standard length of pull module – ideal for use with optics. Compact length of pull stock modules are available for purchase on ShopRuger.com. An easy-to-use extended magazine release provides a no-fuss removal of the provided flush-fit BX-style rotary magazine.

These new rifles also maintain the hallmark features of the Ruger American Rimfire rifle line: a factory-installed, one-piece aluminum scope rail; 60-degree bolt throw for ample scope clearance; an easy-to-actuate tang safety; and the Ruger Marksman Adjustable™ trigger. Read more

TT-15 Field Now Shipping

TriStar Arms, importer of popular quality shotguns and pistols, is pleased to announce that the new TT-15 Field is now shipping in 12, 20, 28, and .410 gauges. The new TT-15 Field expands on TriStar’s popular over-and-under line with a steel mono-block construction for durability and strength, and ejectors to accelerate shooting fun. Five interchangeable Beretta®/Benelli® Mobil style choke tubes (SK, IC, M, IM, F) are included. TriStar stands behind the TT-15 Field with a 5-year mechanical warranty.

Features:

• • Ejectors
  • Ventilated Mid & Top Rib
  • Fiber Optic Front Sight
  • Single Selective Trigger
  • Chrome-lined Chamber and Barrel
  • Turkish Walnut Stock and Forearm
  • 5 Beretta®/Benelli® Mobil Style Choke Tubes (SK, IC, M, IM, F)
  • MSRP: $885.00

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NEWINGTON, N.H. – SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to introduce ground-breaking innovation to the P320 pistol, and the expansion of the SIG SAUER Legion Series of pistols with the SIG SAUER P320 XFIVE Legion. The pistol features the exclusive TXG grip module developed by SIG SAUER engineers with a patent-pending process by infusing tungsten into the polymer material providing the weight of steel with the flex of polymer. Additionally, this is the first striker-fired pistol to be introduced to the Legion Series of pistols.

“We are really excited about the introduction of the SIG SAUER P320 XFIVE Legion to the market because it embodies the forward-thinking SIG SAUER mindset when it comes to product development,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc. “The P320 XFIVE Legion is defining innovation and changing the game for competition pistols, and it’s these exclusive features that are designed to enhance the shooting experience that our Legion members have come to expect from us. The grip module is heavier, substantially reducing felt recoil and muzzle flip, and the newly developed trigger reduces pull weight by up to 30% for a crisp, fast shooting experience – and that’s just the start.” Read more

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – – In 1894, Savage forever changed the world of firearms with a commitment to a higher standard in quality. Savage is proud to mark that milestone with a limited run 125th Anniversary Edition Model 110 collector’s rifle, chambered in five cartridge options.

Only 1,894 of the rifles will be built, each crafted with a high-gloss Monte Carlo walnut stock, along with special engraving on the receiver, grip cap and detachable box magazine. The rifle offers the performance of all Model 110s thanks to a carbon-steel barreled action, button-rifled barrel, drilled and tapped receiver, and user-adjustable AccuTrigger. The anniversary-edition 110 gives shooters a chance to own a work of art and piece of Savage history. Read more

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is pleased to announce its new Flag Series line of firearms. Arriving just in time to celebrate the independence of our nation, these attractive firearms boast painted flag Cerakote® and flag camo dipped finishes.

The first four offerings in this new series feature attractive American Flag finishes and are built on the following platforms: AR-556® MPR, Ruger Precision® Rimfire and PC Carbine™ rifles, as well as the AR-556 Pistol. Additional distributor exclusive models featuring state flag Cerakote finishes are also available. These models include the SR22® pistol with North Carolina state flag Cerakote finish, SR22 pistol with Arizona state flag Cerakote finish and Ruger Precision Rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor with a Texas state flag camo dip. Read more