Category: Firearms

Savage Arms Offers 10/110 BA Stealth Precision Rifles


SUFFIELD, Connecticut –– Savage Arms is pleased to announce its offering of four bolt-action, long-range, chassis precision rifles—two calibers in short-action and two calibers in long-action. The new Model 10/110 BA Stealth is a lighter, more compact offering in the BA line and is available in 308 Win., 6.5 Creedmoor, 300 Win Mag and 338 Lapua. Shipments of these new rifles are currently being delivered to dealers.Savage teamed with Drake Associates to expand this “BA” line of long-range chassis rifles. The new Model 10/110 BA Stealth features a factory-blueprinted Model 10/110 barreled action mated to a custom version of the Drake Hunter/Stalker monolithic chassis, which has been enhanced to Savage’s specifications. A similar Savage/Drake combination recently took first place for a National Guard Team and 8th place overall at the 2015 U.S. Army International Sniper Competition. Read more
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Introducing the Ruger LCP II


Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is proud to introduce the new Ruger® LCP® II. Since its original introduction in 2008, the LCP has set the industry standard for compact, reliable .380 Auto pistols. Rather than rest on that accomplishment, Ruger has built upon that solid performance to produce the new, best-in-class LCP II pistol.

The LCP II features a short, crisp, single-action trigger with inner trigger safety, improved sights for superior visibility, a larger grip surface for better distribution of recoil forces and an easy-to-rack slide with an improved slide stop mechanism with a last round hold-open.

With its compact size (just 5.17″ long and 3.71″ tall), this new lightweight compact pistol comes with a pocket holster and is designed to fit a variety of holsters and concealed carry options. Weighing in at just 10.6 ounces and equipped to hold 6+1 rounds of powerful .380 Auto ammunition, the LCP II is the ideal back-up gun – compact and light enough that you never have to leave it at home. Read more

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Savage Arms Offers its A-Series Rifle in a 22 WMR Option


SUFFIELD, CT – Stealing the modern looks of the Savage Arms A17 17 HMR, the first high-performance semi-automatic rimfire specifically designed for the 17 HMR cartridge, Savage adds a new model to the series, by offering the rifle in 22 WMR. The A22 Magnum rifle is currently shipping to dealers.

The A22 Magnum is chambered for 22 WMR and features the same delayed- blowback semi-automatic action as the original A17. The rifle offers a 10-round rotary magazine, steel receiver and the game-changing Savage AccuTrigger, which allows a crisp, clean trigger pull that is fully user adjustable. Its thread-in headspace system is identical to the brand’s centerfire rifles, further increasing reliability and accuracy.

Features & Benefits
• 22 WMR delayed-blowback action
• User-adjustable AccuTrigger
• 10-round rotary magazine
• Button-rifled barrel
• Steel machined receiver
• Rugged composite stock
• Two piece bases for scope mounts

Part No. / Description / MSRP
47400 / A22 Magnum semi-automatic, 22 WMR / $473 Read more

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Savage Arms A17 17 HMR Target and Sporter Models


SUFFIELD, Connecticut –– Savage Arms is pleased to announce its launch of the A17 17 HMR in heavy barrel / target stock configurations. These new models feature heavy barrels and/or gray wood laminate stocks for updated styling and increased accuracy. Shipments of these new rifles are being delivered to dealers.The A17 platform is the first high-performance semi-automatic rimfire specifically designed for the 17 HMR cartridge, and its unique delayed-blowback action provides safe, reliable operation with standard 17 HMR loads. Standard features such as a hard chrome bolt, case-hardened receiver, 10-round rotary magazine and button-rifled barrel boost performance even further, while the user-adjustable AccuTrigger™ provides a crisp, light pull for the best possible accuracy. Read more
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Browning Upgrades the BAR Line


Browning will introduce a new updated BAR autoloading rifle for 2016 called the BAR MK 3. In addition to legendary reliability and accuracy, the new model features a new receiver profile and engraving, as well as a new stock and forearm design.The lightweight alloy receiver has a satin nickel finish with high-relief engraving and is drilled and tapped for scope mounts. The stock and forearm are Grade II walnut with cut checkering and an oil finish.

The new BAR MK 3 will be offered in 243 Win., 7mm-08 Rem., 308 Win., 270 Win., and 30-06 Sprg. with 22′ barrel length; 270 WSM and 300 WSM with 23″ barrel length; and 7mm Rem. Mag. and 300 Win. Mag. with 26″ barrel length. Weight is 7 lbs. 2 oz. – 7 lbs. 11 oz.

Suggested Retail, $1,239.99 – $1,339.99. Read more

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Bass Pro Shops Acquiring Cabela’s for $5.5 Billion

LEGENDARY OUTDOOR BRANDS BASS PRO SHOPS AND CABELA’S TO COMBINE

*Attached: an open letter from Johnny Morris.

MERGER WILL ENHANCE ABILITY TO SERVE OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS WITH COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCT OFFERINGS AND GEOGRAPHIC FOOTPRINTS

CABELA’S SHAREHOLDERS WILL RECEIVE $65.50 PER SHARE IN CASH

BASS PRO SHOPS ENTERING INTO MULTI-YEAR CREDIT CARD PARTNERSHIP WITH CAPITAL ONE

BASS PRO SHOPS AND CABELA’S CLUB CUSTOMER LOYALTY PROGRAMS REMAIN UNCHANGED

Springfield, Mo. and Sidney, Neb. – October 3, 2016 – Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Incorporated (NYSE:CAB), two iconic American outdoor companies with similar humble origins, and with a shared goal to better serve those who love the outdoors, today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Bass Pro Shops will acquire Cabela’s for $65.50 per share in cash, representing an aggregate transaction value of approximately $5.5 billion. Read more

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Savage Arms Rifles in 338 Federal Caliber


SUFFIELD, Conn. –– Since its introduction in 2006, the 338 Federal has established itself has an extremely versatile, high-performance big game cartridge. These qualities have inspired Savage Arms to chamber six of its most popular big game rifles in the caliber. They include the 11 Long Range Hunter, 11 Hog Hunter, 16 FCSS, 16 Bear Hunter, 11 Trophy Hunter XP and 16 Trophy Hunter XP. These firearm options are currently shipping to dealers.Built on the .308 case and “necked-up” to hold a .338 diameter bullet, this load offers hunters a faster muzzle velocity than the 308 Win. but with a heavier bullet. As a result, the short-action cartridge provides magnum energy for devastating performance on game, without magnum recoil. Read more
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NSSF Praises Bipartisan Introduction of Export Control Reform Act in House


NEWTOWN, Conn. – The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), the trade association for the firearms, ammunition, hunting and shooting sports industries, praised the bipartisan introduction of the Export Control Reform Act of 2016 in the U.S. House of Representatives, H.R. 6176, as well as the companion Senate bill, S. 3405, and called on Congress to pass this sensible pro-business and trade-enhancing legislation.”The Export Control Reform Act of 2016 seeks to complete what the Obama administration itself began by transferring the export licensing and enforcement oversight of sporting and commercial firearms to the Commerce Department from the State Department,” said Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF senior vice president and general counsel. “We would especially like to thank the sponsors: House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.); Congressmen Henry Cuellar (D-Texas); Tom Marino (R-Penn.); Gene Green (D-Texas); and Steve Stivers (R-Ohio) for their timely bipartisan leadership as well as Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) for sponsoring a companion bill in the Senate.” Read more
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