M&P15X and M&P15T Tactical Rifles Now Come with M-LOK® and Other New FeaturesSPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Smith & Wesson Corp. today announced that the company has commenced shipping of the newest additions to its expanded M&P rifle series. The M&P15X and M&P15T rifles retain the original look and operating features of the company’s popular M&P15 rifle line, enhanced with the versatility of the Magpul® M-LOK modular lock system mounting platform. The M&P15X rifle features the new M&P aluminum, carbine-length handguard while the M&P15T rifle features the 13″ M&P, slim, modular free-float rail system that makes these rugged rifles even easier to accessorize. Read more

(McLean, VA) FN America, LLC is excited to announce the launch of the FN 509™, an all-new 9mm striker-fired pistol. The FN 509 was born out of the company’s effort to produce a contender for the U.S. Army’s Modular Handgun System (MHS) competition and has been further enhanced to meet the needs of U.S. law enforcement and commercial customers.

“When the requirements for MHS were released, our team of engineers immediately went to work, taking the successful elements of the FNS Compact and further developing those to meet the needs of the U.S. Army’s solicitation for a new, full-size pistol,” said Mark Cherpes, President and CEO of FN America, LLC. “Between the submission of MHS and the commercial release of the FN 509, we have worked with law enforcement agencies throughout the U.S. and captured on-site feedback that we used to further optimize the pistol to far exceed the expectations of our valued customers.”

Built on the proven architecture of the FNS™ Compact, FN made changes internally and externally to meet the rigorous performance standards of the MHS requirements and further developed the platform into the FN 509 with help from industry experts. Over the course of development, the platform has been tested extensively for reliability, ammunition compatibility and durability – totaling more than 1 million rounds. Read more

(Accokeek, MD) Beretta began shipping the purpose-built, duty-grade APX pistol last week, after recently announcing its launch in the U.S. market.

With the APX, Beretta delivers to the civilian market a pistol platform with superior performance in durability, reliability, accuracy and ergonomics.
More than one million rounds of testing have gone into proving the accuracy and durability of the APX ensuring the highest level of reliability.

Through anthropometric studies and user feedback, the ergonomics have been optimized for both functionality and comfort. Its high grip position offers better controllability and easier sight tracking. An oversized magazine baseplate facilitates fast loading and extraction, and aggressive, full-length slide serrations make slide manipulation easier, especially under adverse conditions.

The trigger and controls on the APX, influenced by innovation in competitive shooting, also reflect a commitment to ergonomics and functionality.
The flat-faced design of the trigger promotes a straight rearward trigger press with minimal interruption of sight picture. Ambidextrous, reversible controls are easy to operate and are designed to accommodate from the 5th to 95th percentile of hand sizes. Read more

RENO, NV – – Legacy Sports International, Inc., leading U.S. importer of firearms and shooting accessories, today introduced a new HOWA Long-Range Rifle featuring the GRS Berserk synthetic rifle stock. The new rifle is built upon the legendary HOWA 1500 Precision Barreled Action, and chambered in .204 Ruger, .223 Rem, .22-250 Rem, .243 Win, 6.5 Creedmoor or .308 Win.

The new offering is designed with comfort and precision in mind. With fully adjustable cheek riser and butt pad, the Berserk stock is made to fit any right-handed shooter. Having a custom fit to the rifle makes it much easier to extract every bit of precision out of the legendary Howa 1500 barreled action. The Howa GRS rifle also boasts textured rubberized grip and forend to ensure that the shooter maintains a positive, comfortable grip at all times. Dual front sling swivel studs make mounting a bipod and sling easy and comfortable while integrated flush cups provide more sling mounting options.

At the center of the Howa GRS rifle is the Howa 1500 Barreled action, which features a cold hammer forged barrel, forged one-piece bolt with two locking lugs, m16 style extractor and ejector. The Howa 1500 barreled action is also equipped with the Howa HACT 2-stage trigger set at 3lbs that provides a clean, crisp, creep free break. All of these great features are backed by Legacy Sports International’s Sub-MOA Guarantee and Lifetime Warranty for Howa Rifles.

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Low-cost and high-efficiency–a double win!MKS Supply, Inc., Dayton, OH – Inland Firearms, makers of the incredibly popular Inland series of M1Carbines, is now producing a classic-looking sound suppressor for .22 rimfire firearms that will be marketed exclusively through MKS Supply and will be on display at the NRA Convention booth 4632.

Materials: The all-new PM-22 suppressor is constructed of 6000 series aluminum and weighs a feathery 3.5 ounces, making it one of the lightest such units on the market. The black anodized, one-inch-diameter tube is 5.5 inches long. For durability, the ½ x 24 threaded base adapter is stainless steel with a tough black oxide finish.

Interior sound baffles: The PM-22 uses a unique monolithic, X-design polymer baffle system core that can be used either “wet” or dry. Full disassembly can be completed without tools, and cleaning is simple using hot water and Inland’s dB Suppressor Foam.

Rimfire ammunition creates lower gas pressure, heat and flame than does centerfire ammunition. Inland’s patent pending polymer baffle system has been tested to 10,000 rounds (so far) without needing replacement. If baffle replacement does become necessary, the PM-22 has a lifetime warranty (NFA replacement and shipping rules apply).

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BESSEMER, Ala. — In response to an overwhelming number of requests for a longer top rail for its legendary AUG A3 M1 bullpup platform, Steyr Arms announced today that it is now in full production of a Long Rail version of the rifle. Offering 25 numbered slots, the new Long Rail version provides a significant increase in surface area to use both optics and back-up iron sights.

The top rail on this new Long Rail version of the AUG A3 M1 rifle boasts two more slots than the original flat-top AUG A3 SA but is still the same overall rail height over the stock comb, providing optimal cheekweld with a wide variety of optics and iron sights. The Long Rail extends a full 5.5 inches back from the receiver, placing its rearmost edge almost in line with the front of the ejection port for better placement of a rear iron sight.

The Long Rail also features lightening cuts along both sides and milled areas underneath to greatly reduce weight. Overall weight of the AUG A3 M1 Long-Rail is 7.8 pounds, and it is available in Black, Mud, OD Green or White for either the standard AUG stock or the NATO-style stocks, which accept STANAG magazines.

The AUG A3 M1 Long Rail includes one translucent polymer 30-round magazine and an owner’s manual. The suggested retail of the AUG A3 M1 Long Rail version is $2,099.The rail is available separately for $145. Read more

The Model 1866 lever-action was the very first rifle to wear the Winchester® brand. Its bright brass receiver was the basis for the nickname of “Yellow Boy.” For 2017 the legendary Model 1866 rifle is now available from Winchester Repeating Arms in a Grade I Short Rifle. This makes the “Yellow Boy” experience readily affordable for cowboy action competitors, hunters, casual shooters and everyone who enjoys spending a day at the range with a genuine Winchester lever-action classic.

The receiver, crescent buttplate and forearm cap are crafted from solid brass with a full bright polish finish. The stock and forearm are Grade I American black walnut with a satin oil finish. The folding ladder rear sight and Marble Arms® gold bead front sight get you on target quickly. A full-length magazine tube, open top ejection port and blued steel loading gate and action screws are also featured. Barrel length is 20″ and the average weight is 7¼ lbs. It is available in 44-40 Win. and 38 Special calibers at a suggested retail price of $1,299.99. Read more

(Murfreesboro, TN) Rather than using exotic materials that can be problematic for wear and durability, Fieldcraft uses known gun steels and superior plating to make a reliable action.We spent a lot of time designing and testing, ensuring the action works in all conditions: dusty, hot environments; cold and wet; sand particles in the action. These are things that a lot of hunting rifles get subjected to, but many on the market are not tested to actually perform in those kinds of conditions. This one has. Read more

By Team Springfield

Do you love the M1A™? It’s a classic battle rifle that’s served in the U.S. Armed Forces as the M14 and can still be seen in service, albeit in a limited role. It first entered service in 1957 and was standard-issue from 1959 to 1970. In fact, this year is the 60th anniversary of the M14’s entry into service.

In honor of this rifle, over the past 11 years, Springfield Armory® has sponsored the M1A™ Match at Camp Perry.

Not familiar with the match? We spoke with Springfield’s Facilities Manager Mike Doy to give us some background and details on this decade-old tradition.

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NEWTOWN, Conn. – The total economic impact of the firearms and ammunition industry in the United States increased from $19.1 billion in 2008 to $51.3 billion in 2016, a 168 percent increase, while the total number of full-time equivalent jobs rose from approximately 166,000 to more than 300,000, an 81 percent increase in that period, according to a report released today by the National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®), the industry’s trade association.On a year over year basis, the industry’s economic impact rose from $49.3 billion in 2015 to $51.3 billion in 2016, a nearly 15 percent increase.

“Our industry is proud of its strong contribution to our economy as a growing number of Americans have chosen to exercise their fundamental right to keep and bear arms and to safely enjoy the shooting sports,” said Stephen L. Sanetti, NSSF President and Chief Executive Officer. “In response to that growing market, we have increased our direct workforce dramatically over the last decade, adding jobs that pay an average of more than $50,000 in wages and benefits. In addition, since 2008 we increased federal tax payments by 156 percent, Pittman-Robertson excise taxes that support wildlife conservation by 138 percent and state business taxes by 107 percent.”

“The Firearms and Ammunition Industry Economic Impact Report: 2017” provides a state-by-state breakdown of job numbers, wages and output covering direct, supplier and induced employment, as well as federal excise taxes paid. Read more