Citing the regressive business climate, particularly for companies in the firearms industry, Randy Lee and Scott Folk, co-owners of Apex Tactical Specialties, the highly regarded designer and manufacturer of aftermarket firearms parts, announced the company has fled the state of California and relocated to Peoria, Arizona and a new 50,000 sq. ft. facility.

Founded by Lee in 2000, Apex got its start as a custom gunsmithing shop best known for Lee’s groundbreaking work on revolver actions. As the company ventured into parts design and manufacturing Apex grew rapidly, experiencing double-digit annual growth. In 2011 the company moved from a small 500 sq. ft. space into a 6,000 sq. ft. facility in Los Osos, California, just down the road from San Luis Obispo and California Polytechnic State University where Lee earned his engineering degree.

Four years later Apex was outgrowing the Los Osos location, and with the anti-gun political climate in California continuing to dominate state politics, it was clear to Lee and Folk that the next move would be to a new state and not just a new building. Read more

Standard Manufacturing Co, LLC based in New Britain, CT announces the DP-12 LTL model exclusively for law enforcement applications. The DP-12 LTL, which is based on the venerable DP-12 double pump-action shotgun, is the most reliable platform to discharge 16 rounds of less than lethal 12 gauge shotgun shells.The DP-12 LTL features an international orange finish which gives it a clear designation of a less than lethal device, the fixed magazines of the DP-12 LTL greatly reduces possibility of accidentally loading lethal ammunition which may happen with firearms having interchangeable magazines, and the 16 round capacity of the DP-12 LTL requires minimal reloading during a hostile situation. Read more

A rare WWII, Korea, and early Vietnam Era Carbine is back for today’s shooters

MKS Supply, LLC, Dayton OH – From Inland Manufacturing, the maker of truly “authentic” M1 Carbines, comes Inland’s T30, reviving and reintroducing the historically significant predecessor to the M3 sniper version of the M1 Carbine of WWII, Korea and Vietnam fame.

This new Inland T30 Carbine is very similar to the T3 Carbine of WWII. It comes fitted with a period-correct Redfield-style scope base welded to the receiver like the original. The purchaser can have it with or without the 2.5-power M82 sniper scope. The M82 scope is manufactured by Hilux and is a 7/8-inch diameter telescopic sight with post/horizontal hair reticle that replicates the rugged Lyman Alaskan scope adopted by the military during WWII. Read more

Chiappa Little Badger Survival Rifle in 17 WSMThe Little Badger is the ultimate packable survival gun. Available in .22LR, 22WMR, .17HMR and now finally in 17 WSM. This lightweight, ultra-compact, break-open rifle is designed to go anywhere at any time. When the action is opened and the gun folded, it measures a mere 17″ overall length and stows neatly in an included pack/case. The wire frame stock keeps weight to a minimum and the integrated shell holder in the back holds twelve cartridges so ammo is always at the ready. The Little Badger comes equipped with an M1 Carbine style front and rear sight. Picatinny rails are mounted top, bottom and on both side just forward of the receiver for mounting optics and accessories. An optional handle/cleaning kit combination accessory screws into the bottom of the receiver. Compact length and weighing only 2.9lbs, the Little Badger can truly be taken almost anywhere when the situation calls for a lightweight, versatile rifle. Read more

GENESEO, IL, December 2, 2016 – Springfield Armory® and Action Target are pleased to announce a new giveaway offering a lucky winner a ready-to-go combination of a brand new SAINT™ AR-15 rifle and five Action Target PT Pepper Popper Targets. Contestants can enter the giveaway by visiting the Action Target Facebook page at www.facebook.com/actiontarget. Read more

SUFFIELD, Connecticut –– Savage Arms is pleased to announce its extension of 555 over-under shotgun product line by adding four upgraded and laser engraved models priced less than $865. Shipments of these firearms are currently being delivered to dealers.Stevens has dovetailed performance and value in its new 555 over-under shotgun. Its light aluminum receiver is scaled to gauge and incorporates a steel insert that reinforces the breech, minimizing weight and maximizing strength. The fast-handling 555 Enhanced features upgrades that include Imperial walnut stock and forearm, auto shell ejector and laser-engraved Filigree ornament receiver.

Standard features include a manual safety, and a single, selective mechanical trigger, and more—at a price that’s unmatched among comparable over-under shotguns. Five interchangeable choke tubes allow the 555 to meet any shooting need. Read more

SUFFIELD, Connecticut –– Stevens by Savage Arms is pleased to announce its extension of 555 over-under shotgun product line by adding three compact models priced less than $695. Shipments of these firearms are currently being delivered to dealers.Stevens has made its 555 over-under line even more versatile with the new 555 Compact. The stylish shotgun has a mid-length forearm and a compact, 13.25-inch length-of-pull, making it perfect for smaller-framed shooters. Like the original 555, it features a light aluminum receiver that’s scaled to gauge. A steel insert reinforces the breech, minimizing weight and maximizing strength.

The 555 Compact sports a Turkish walnut stock and forearm, shell extractors, a manual safety, and a single, selective mechanical trigger—all at a superb price. Five interchangeable choke tubes allow the fast-handling gun to meet any shooting need. Read more