ACCOKEEK, Md. (January 22, 2019) – Franchi raises the bar for best-in-class features with its line of semi-customized Affinity Elite shotguns. Available in 12- and 20-gauge, Affinity Elite shotguns are built to withstand tough hunting conditions with a Cerakote and OPTIFADE camo finish. Upgraded bolt controls, sight, vented rib and superior ergonomics provide faster handling and target acquisition while upgraded chokes plus a lengthened forcing cone improve performance. Built on the proven Inertia Driven action, the Italian-made Affinity Elite shotguns come with three extended waterfowl chokes(Close, Mid, and Long-Range).

The Affinity Elite is available in a 12 gauge 28-inch barrel in either a 3 or 3-½ inch chamber and in 20 gauge with a 26-inch barrel. All models are available in OPTIFADE Marsh with burnt bronze Cerakote and OPTIFADE Timber with cobalt Cerakote. Read more

ACCOKEEK, Md. (January 22, 2019) – Benelli enhances its first over-and-under model with improved ergonomics and must-have features for serious sporting clay shooters. The 828U Sport features a 30-inch barrel and comes with five extended nickel chokes. Built around a steel receiver for additional weight, the 12 gauge shotgun’s improved grip angle and comb height work in conjunction with the wider carbon fiber rib and sight channel to deliver a sporting shotgun that points fast and swings smooth.

The popular 828U is based on the revolutionary Lock Plate closing system, which eliminates mechanical stress at the break action. The trigger features an improved pull weight and an adjustable trigger position (length). The extraordinary dynamic behavior of the 828U Sport is due to the ability to perfectly balance the shotgun’s center of gravity using the patented Progressive Balancing system. An anatomically-shaped stock combined with the ability to fine tune the drop and cast give shooters the perfect custom fit. Read more

Old Saybrook, CT (January, 2018) – For 2019, Traditions™ Performance Firearms has added to their popular Outfitter G2 lineup by adding the caliber of 300 AAC BLK as well as a patent-pending QD forend to several models.

The Outfitter G2 in 300 BLK is an excellent addition to a well-rounded lineup. The Outfitter G2 in 300 BLK has a 16.5” Lothar Walther Premium Grade Chromoly steel barrel so you can count on this rifle to be accurate. This rifle has low recoil and this makes it a great option for both adults and youth. A youth model is also available in the caliber of 300 BLK with a reduced length of pull.

The patent-pending Quick Detach Forend is available on several calibers including 300 BLK, 450 Bushmaster, 45/70, and 35 Whelen. The forend removes with the push of a button and allows the gun to be broken down quickly into 3 pieces. These pieces can easily be stored in a backpack or carrying case.

MSRP on the Outfitter G2 series ranges from $439 to $557 and several configurations are available including scoped models. Read more

New muzzleloaders feature hand removable breech plug and Power Rod®

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Thompson/Center Arms today announced the launch of its new entry-level IMPACT!SB line of.50 caliber break-open muzzleloaders, featuring a new, hand-removable triple lead thread breech plug and a Power Rodaluminum ramrod for easy loading. The Thompson/Center IMPACT!SB muzzleloaders are available in a variety of patterns and finishes, including the latest Realtree® and Mossy Oak® camouflage patterns.

Danielle Sanville, Brand Manager for Thompson/Center Arms, said, “The new Thompson/Center IMPACT!SB muzzleloader incorporates some of Thompson/Center’s most innovative features at an entry-level price point, including fiber optic sights, a hand removable triple lead thread breech plug, Power Rod, and Quick Load Accurizor® (QLA) for trouble-free loading. The new T/C IMPACT!SB provides an excellent value – whether you’re a seasoned hunter looking to expand into muzzleloading, or a first-time hunter searching for a feature-rich muzzleloader at a great price.”

Available in multiple patterns and finishes, the T/C IMPACT!SB muzzleloaders are offered in both a Blued and Weather Shield® corrosion-resistant finish to protect against the elements. The new T/C IMPACT!SB also includes a 1” removable buttstock spacer, allowing the user to adjust the length of pull to best suit clothing choice and weather conditions in the field, as well as increased versatility and better fit for smaller-statured hunters. The T/C IMPACT!SB is offered at an MSRP starting at $263. Read more

Fort Smith, Ark. (January 22, 2019)– The Umarex® Hammer, being built in the USA, is the most powerful .50 caliber production airgun on the planet and it achieves its speed and power without gun powder.

The Hammer was conceived, designed and engineered in America and is being built in the U.S.A. Its production assembly is taking place in Fort Smith, Arkansas within the facility of Umarex USA and is set to begin in March 2019. “It’s been exciting to see the concept come to fruition right here in the states. Now we’re seeing the final parts inspected, measured and verified. The production cell and process has come together and seeing all of this has made it well worth the wait,” said Richard Turner, President of Umarex USA, Inc. “There’s no better team of hunting and shooting enthusiasts and no better air rifle to start building in Fort Smith than the Hammer. The whole process represents the powerful innovation that our company’s German founders started in the 70’s.” Turner went on to say they expect the first units to ship in March of this year.

The sheer energy, speed and three full-power shots delivered by the .50 caliber Umarex Hammer is achieved by its proprietary, patent-pending, Lightspeed™ valve. The innovative engineering used to design this internal mechanism coupled with a .50 caliber, 180-grain non-lead bullet exceeds 1,130 feet per second. Just as monumental, a 550-grain lead slug is responsible for the generation of its 705 foot pounds of energy at the muzzle. Almost as impressive, it only takes two pounds of effort to operate its straight-pull bolt. This short, effortless, bolt action is all that’s required to cock the rifle and advance the magazine. Read more

Newington, NH – The SIG SAUER P938 Legion Micro-Compact is a 1911-inspired 9mm pistol that’s easy to conceal and even easier to shoot, and now is your chance to win one of your very own. Register today for P938 Legion Sweepstakes by visiting sigsauer.com now through Wednesday, January 23, 2019 to participate in this promotion.

The P938 Legion Micro-Compact is an all-metal, hammer-fired pistol, with a Legion-gray coated slide and frame, a precision machined aluminum trigger, custom high-checkered black G10 grips with a Legion medallion, and comes equipped with X-RAY3 Day/Night sights. Like all Legion Series pistols the P938 Legion Micro-Compact features a reduced and contoured elite beavertail, which allows for a higher grip, but a reduced profile, thus eliminating printing.

There’s no purchase necessary to enter. For full contest rules, terms, and conditions visit sigsauer.com.

(McLean, VA – January 22, 2019) FN America, LLC is pleased to announce the release of the FN 509® MRD pistol, an optics-ready duty pistol designed specifically for agencies considering miniature red dot optic-equipped pistols for their officers. The FN 509 MRD pistol features the company’s patent-pending FN Low-Profile Optics-Mounting System™, first introduced on the FN 509 Tactical. The optics-mounting system can accept more than ten commercially available miniature red dot optics, including the duty-grade Trijicon RMR®, Leupold DeltaPoint® Pro, and the recently released Aimpoint® ACRO P-1. Read more

Old Saybrook, CT – For 2019, Traditions™ Performance Firearms introduces the Rawhide Ranchers series to their Single Action Revolver line. This series includes the caliber .22 LR and is available in 3 configurations.

The Rawhide Rancher is an 1873 Single Action Revolver with a 4.75” Matte Black Barrel with fixed blade sights. This .22 caliber revolver is fun to shoot and perfect for a day at the range. The Rawhide Rancher series is affordable with excellent fit and function. The cylinder carries 6 rounds and has a rebounding hammer safety.

The Rawhide Rancher is available with a black checkered PVC grip or a walnut wood grip. There is also an option of a package with a .22 LR cylinder and a .22Mag cylinder.

MSRP on the Rawhide Rancher series ranges from $219 to $269. Read more

Phoenix, Arizona (January 22, 2019) — Timney Triggers, the oldest and largest trigger manufacturer in the world and the leader in the aftermarket trigger category, announced today the next evolution of accuracy in a drop-in, replacement trigger for the iconic Remington Model 700 and Model 700 footprint actions is here – The Timney Elite Hunter.

“The Model 700 was introduced in 1962 and Timney’s customers requested an aftermarket trigger for the 700 shortly thereafter,” said Calvin Motley, Director of Product Development for Timney. “John Vehr and I took a look at the Timney design in 2004 when I began working with him and made improvements based on what we had available at the time – as far as metals and machines. And we have been constantly improving and expanding our 700 offerings since that day. In fact, that is exactly what we did again with the Elite Hunter trigger. I took my 14 years of knowledge and engineering on our 700 replacement triggers and came up with what I think is the absolute best hunting trigger we’ve built for the Model 700.” Read more

LAS VEGAS – As Project ChildSafe, the nationwide firearms safety education program of the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, it’s stepping up efforts with the shooting sports industry to remind gun owners of their important role as leaders in genuine firearms safety.

“Nearly 9,000 retailers, gun ranges, makers of accessories and conservation groups, along with many of the nation’s largest firearms manufacturers, have joined us in spreading the message of ‘Own It? Respect It. Secure It.,’ and encouraging gun owners to store their firearms responsibly when not in use,” said Steve Sanetti, NSSF’s CEO. “With new companies in our industry adding their support for Project ChildSafe, I know we can continue to reduce firearms accidents, thefts and misuse, including suicide.”

Project ChildSafe was launched in 1999 and has become the largest, most comprehensive firearms safety education program in the U.S. Through partnerships across the shooting sports industry, as well as with more than 15,000 law enforcement agencies, the program has distributed more than 38 million free firearms safety kits — each including a gun lock and safety brochure–to gun owners and become the leading voice in promoting safe storage of firearms when they aren’t in use. Read more