BESSEMER, Ala. (Aug. 7, 2017) — Designed in 1977 and introduced the following year, the legendary short-stroke, gas-piston-operated Steyr AUG was immediately adopted as the standard battle rifle of the Austrian Army under the StG.77 (Sturmgewehr 77) name. To commemorate the fortieth anniversary of the AUG, Steyr Arms has gone retro with the introduction of the STG 77 SA rifle, a limited-edition version that emulates the look, feel and operation of the original AUG.

The STG 77 is the first U.S.-built production AUG variant to come standard with a 20-inch barrel. The barrels are cold-hammer forged and profiled to the original 1977 specifications, and at the muzzle is a tulip-style brake with the original “hex” check nut. But the most noticeable feature of the STG 77 is the sleek, integrated, original-profile 1.5X scope, which has been much sought after by AUG purists in the U.S. This optic is extremely clear, sharp and bright, despite its smaller diameter. The scope features the popular circle-dot reticle, but unlike the original optic that required a special tool to adjust the windage and elevation, the STG 77 reticle can be adjusted with a coin. Integrated to the top of the scope housing is a set of three-dot post-and-notch backup sights. Read more

Greeley, PA – Kahr, the leader in technology and innovation, proudly introduces two of their most popular pistols in a practical, yet attractive, polymer Black Carbon Fiber frame. New for 2017 are the CW38333BCF and the CT9093BCF.

The attractive and classic Black Carbon Fiber finish was first introduced last year when Kahr presented it in their CW9093BCF. The finish on the two new pistols comes in a polymer carbon fiber weave pattern which provides a 3-D dimensional appearance to the pistol while also providing a textured grip that ensures a firmer hold in the hand. The slide is matte stainless steel.

The CW3833BCF model comes in a .380 ACP caliber and features a 2.58″ barrel with conventional rifling, an overall length of 4.96″, and a height of 3.9″ and weighs just 10.2 oz. The CT9093BCF comes in a 9mm caliber and features a 4″ barrel, an overall length of 6.5″ a height of 5.08″ and weighs just 18.5 oz. Both models offer a trigger cocking DAO, lock-breach, “Browning-type” recoil lug, and a passive striker block with no magazine disconnect. Capacity is 6+1 in the CW380 and 8+1 in the CT9 version. Both pistols feature a white three-dot sight. The MSRP on the CT9093BCF is $485 and the CW3833BCF is $439. Read more

Nestled in the hills of North Carolina, a new firearms start-up launches LifeCard®, a truly innovative .22 LR in a super-compact, no-snag design that folds to the size of a credit card.

Asheville, N.C. (August 2017) – As far as business start-ups in the firearms industry go, Trailblazer® Firearmsis taking a different path. The newly formed company, headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina, is proud to announce the launch of their first firearm, LifeCard®, “the last gun you’ll leave behind.”

LifeCard® is a .22 LR single-action, single-shot folding pistol, no bigger than a credit card when folded. The sleek, no-snag designed pistol’s frame and grip handle is constructed from fully-machined aluminum billet and hard-coat black anodized. The tilt-up barrel, bolt and trigger are made of steel with an Isonite® finish for corrosion resistance. Read more

Rasheed Al Jijakli, 56, the chief executive officer of an Orange County, California check cashing business, was arrested this morning on federal charges that accuse him of procuring and illegally exporting rifle scopes, laser boresighters and other tactical equipment from the U.S. to Syria, in violation of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Jijakli was to be arraigned in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, on a three-count indictment that was returned by a federal grand jury on July 14. The indictment was unsealed this morning after Jijakli was taken into custody without incident by law enforcement authorities.

Acting Assistant Attorney General for National Security Dana J. Boente and Acting U.S. Attorney Sandra R. Brown for the Central District of California made the announcement.

The indictment accuses Jijakli, a naturalized U.S. citizen, of violating IEEPA, which authorizes the President of the U.S. to impose economic sanctions on a foreign country in response to an unusual or extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy or economy of the U.S. In accordance with that authority, the President issued an executive order that included broad restrictions on exports to Syria. The U.S. Department of Commerce subsequently issued corresponding regulations restricting exports to Syria of items subject to the Export Administration Regulations. Jijakli also faces charges of conspiring to violate IEEPA and smuggling.

From January 2012 through March 2013, Jijakli and three other individuals purchased and smuggled export-controlled items to Syria without obtaining licenses from the Department of Commerce. Jijakli and others allegedly hand-carried the items through Istanbul, Turkey and provided them to fighters in Syria. Those items allegedly included day-and night-vision rifle scopes, laser boresighters (tools used to adjust sights on firearms for accuracy when firing), flashlights, radios, a bulletproof vest and other tactical equipment. Read more

New Rifles with Featureless Stock Offer Same Performance in California-Legal Package

(McLean, VA – August 1, 2017) FN America, LLC is pleased to announce the release of two new FN 15® series rifles that meet requirements for sale in California. The FN 15 Tactical Carbine II CA and FN 15 DMR II CA have been outfitted with the featureless Hera CQR stock and 10-round Magpul PMAG to be compliant with the new 2017 California legislation. Read more

(Miami, FL) – Taurus USA is enhancing their customer experience and brand loyalty by offering additional savings on some of their most popular firearms, Taurus® Model 85 and The Judge®, with their 2017 Rebate programs, effective August 1, 2017 – October 31, 2017.

Taurus Revolvers have been widely recognized as one of the best in the industry for more than seven decades. In that time, Taurus USA has pioneered the art of the wheelgun with features like the yoke detent, full length ejector rod and the Taurus Security System®.
The Model 85 is one of Taurus USA’s most popular revolvers. Chambered in .38 Special and loaded with customer-requested features, it is powerful and easy to carry. The following models are available for a $40 consumer rebate when purchased between August 1, 2017 – October 31, 2017:
2-850021FS – MODEL 85 38SPC BK 2″ 5-RDS
2-850021 ULFS – MODEL 85 Ultralite 38SPC BK 2″ 5-RDS
2-850029FS – MODEL 85 38SPC SS 2″ 5-RDS
2-850029ULFS – MODEL 85 Ultralite 38SPC SS 2″ 5-RDS
2-850021PFS – MODEL 85 PROTECTOR 38SPC BK/BK 2″ 5-RDS
2-850029PFS – MODEL 85 PROTECTOR 38SPC BK/SS 2″ 5-RDS Read more

Bear Creek Range Open House
Saturday, August 5th 9:00-11:00AM
1159 US Highway 6
Malcom, Iowa

FightLite® Industries, a division of ARES Defense Systems® Inc. located in Melbourne, Florida announces a development program for next generation, lightweight polymer ammunition to work in conjunction with its patented Dual-Feed™ Squad Automatic MCR® (Mission Configurable Rifle).

In a radical departure from the directions of both case telescoped ammunition and conventional polymer ammunition, FightLite® is pursuing an innovative development strategy for a 5th generation hybrid cartridge that is projected to lighten ammunition weight by up to 30% and deliver reduced ammunition cost, while also supporting legacy infantry weapons and machine guns.

There are millions of 5.56mm and 7.62mm NATO weapons in both the US military and around the globe where users stand to benefit from a significant reduction in ammunition weight without sacrificing performance or reliability. FightLite® Industries and its parent organization ARES Defense have been very successful with their outside-the-box approach to problem solving in the small arms business during the past 20 years.

The company’s flagship weapon is its 8.5 lb. select-fire Squad Automatic MCR® that shares the excellent ergonomics of the M4A1 and feeds reliably from both M27-linked ammunition belts and standard M16 magazines at operator discretion. Featuring reliable gas-piston operation and a tool-less quick-change barrel system; the patented MCR® is the lightest and most portable belt fed machine gun in the world. Suppressor and grenade launcher capable, its select-fire operation allows soldiers and contractors to quickly and accurately engage both point and area targets. And when coupled with FightLite’s finalized 5th Gen lightweight cartridge, the MCR® and FightLite® ammo combination will represent the lightest 5.56mm automatic rifle with full combat load available anywhere. Read more

SUFFIELD, Connecticut – – Savage Arms took bolt-action rimfire performance to new heights when it introduced the B Series rifle platform. The iconic American gun maker is pleased to expand the lineup for 2017 by adding the new B Series Hardwood. Shipments of the new rifle are being delivered to dealers.

The new B Series Hardwood features a 21-inch Sporter barrel and ergonomic, walnut-stained hardwood stock with unique, modern checkering. A 10-round rotary magazine and Savage’s accuracy-boosting adjustable AccuTrigger are also standard. The rifle is available chambered in 17 HMR, 22 LR and 22 WMR.

Features & Benefits
• Walnut-stained hardwood stock
• Sporter barrel
• Adjustable iron sights
• Drilled and tapped for scope mounts
• User-adjustable AccuTrigger
• Available in 22 LR, 22 WMR and 17 HMR
• Top tang safety

Part No. / Description / MSRP
70210 / B22 G 22 LR, 21-inch barrel / $439
70510 / B22 MAGNUM G 22 WMR, 21-inch barrel / $459
70810 / B17 G 17 HMR, 21-inch barrel / $459 Read more

TRADITIONS™ PERFORMANCE FIREARMS ANNOUNCES GO HUNT GIVEAWAYOld Saybrook, CT – Traditions™ is participation in the GO HUNT GIVEAWAY worth nearly $4,000. The GO HUNT GIVEAWAY is for the avid hunter looking to “up” his gear collection. This prize package includes a Traditions Vortek StrikerFire® muzzleloader and is guaranteed to make all your buddies jealous. Extend your hunting season with a new muzzleloader and complete your collection of hunting platforms by entering to win this giveaway.

The Traditions Vortek StrikerFire® will be among the prizes included in the GO HUNT GIVEWAY so hunters can take advantage of muzzleloader season. Along with many fantastic features, the Vortek StrikerFire® has a 28″ barrel coated both inside and out with Nitride finish. This finish gives you maximum protection against weather and corrosion. It also comes with a 3-9×40 scope mounted and boresighted along with a Traditions™ case. Other fabulous prizes are included in this ultimate giveway so be sure to check out the prize package that will go to one lucky winner.

The GO HUNT GIVEAWAY ends August 11th, 2017 and the one grand prize winner will be contacted via email. Enter today! Read more