Quality, Usability, Price and Performance. These are the key decision points for anyone buying an air rifle.

Now, for the first time, these factors are all taken into account in HAM Awards – a rating system that allows airgun buyers to make real “like for like” comparisons between different air rifles.

Hard Air Magazine (HAM) http://hardairmagazine.com specializes in detailed test reviews of airguns and related products. As HAM reviews are conducted according to standardized test protocols, HAM test review scores can be directly compared to each other. Read more

Paso Robles, Calif.—Weatherby Inc., legendary firearms manufacturer, announces the introduction of the Vanguard® WildernessTM rifle, one of the latest iterations of the Vanguard® series that debuted in the early 1970s. Since that time, Vanguard® rifles have redefined the level of performance that’s attainable from a production rifle —especially budget-friendly models.

The Vanguard® WildernessTM rifle is accompanied with an accuracy guarantee; when using premium ammunition, it will produce a three-shot group measuring 0.99-inch or less at 100 yds. from a cold barrel. Aiding this assurance is a cold-hammer-forged, matte, bead blasted, blued finished barrel. Twenty-four inches in length, the free-floating barrel is fluted to save weight, which helps the WildernessTM rifle tip the scales at just 6.75 pounds. The WildernessTM rifle is also available with a drop-box magazine (DBM) as an option on certain chamberings, and this option will reduce the weight of the rifle to 6.5 pounds. Read more

Leapers’ has great news in store for fans of the Mossberg 500, Remington 870, and Ruger 10/22. Top Picatinny rail mounts for all three of these iconic platforms are now manufactured in the USA at our UTG PRO facility. Along with UTG PRO’s outstanding quality, all three platforms have been upgraded to reflect the most current enhancements available.

MTU028SG is our 14-slot top Picatinny rail mount for the Remington Model 870 and 1100 Shotguns. The 6.1″ mount, precision machined from aircraft grade aluminum, is extremely lightweight with a low profile integral base and a full length center cut enabling the use of either iron or bead sights. Designed for quick installation on drilled and tapped receivers, it comes complete with all the mounting hardware needed and does not require the need for a gunsmith.

For Mossberg aficionados we have the MTU029SG, designed for use on drilled and tapped model 500 shotguns. The rail’s bottom surface has been contoured to match the shape of the receiver giving it a very integral look. With an overall length of 5.5″ and 13 top Picatinny rail slots, flexible mounting of optics is achieved while keeping weight and bulk to an absolute minimum. Like the MTU028SG, use of either iron or bead sights is left intact. All mounting hardware is included as expected from UTG PRO products.

For those seeking a more user friendly top Picatinny rail mount for the magnificent Ruger 10/22, the MTU030T22 provides 11 top Picatinny slots to mount you favorite dot sight or optic. Easily installs on drilled and tapped 10/22’s, the 4.67″ MTU030T22 is contoured for optimal fit and retains the same features as its two brothers above. Machined from aircraft grade aluminum and cut along the center line for reduced weight and overall bulk. Read more

SIG SAUER, Inc., is now offering the P229® Carry chambered in .40 and .357SIG. These reduced-length pistols maintain the standard grip length and magazine capacity as the standard P229, but with a shortened slide and barrel length.

Available in Nitron® and SAS models, the P229 Carry features a non-railed alloy frame and durable Nitron finished slide. SIGLITE® Night Sights come standard. Black G-10 grips offer a stout grip, even when wet.

The 3.5? barrel makes the P229 Carry easy to draw from concealment or a duty rig. Ideal for inside the waistband (IWB) carry, the P229 Carry uses standard length, full capacity P229 magazines, making it a great back-up choice. Read more

Blaine, MN – Coonan Inc., known for their unique 1911 chambered in .357 Magnum, introduces a new class of 1911 chambered in .45 ACP.

The Coonan 1911 .357 Magnum Auto raised the standards for 1911’s. The new.45 ACP Pistol raises the standards again by applying all of the “Coonan Difference” proven technologies from their 1911 .357 Magnum Auto to their new .45 ACP.

These “Coonan Difference” features, linkless barrel, pivoting trigger, and external extractor, are incorporated into every Coonan pistol. The linkless barrel is more reliable than linked barrels and offers increased accuracy while virtually eliminating feeding issues.

The pivoting trigger’s unique location and motion allows the user more consistent trigger pulls for better accuracy and tighter groups. Every trigger, hammer, sear, and disconnector are crafted at the Coonan facility in Minnesota to their exact specifications. Combined with the pivoting trigger, this firing mechanism configuration allows the shooter a more refined trigger pull and user experience.

The final “Coonan Difference” feature is the external extractor, which is coil spring activated for increased reliability and robustness unlike internal extractors that use leaf springs that can flatten out over time. Recoil operation allows the use of both jacketed and non-jacked ammunition through the 4340 carbon steel hard chrome plate finished barrel.

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Wilson Combat and Ballistic Radio are partnering to give away a Wilson Combat Protector 9mm that was used in some hardcore training. This amazing gun was put through the ringer by John Johnston, owner and host of Ballisticradio.com, to show how accurate, reliable and easy a 9mm 1911 is to shoot! Johnston is dedicated to teaching the public about owning, caring for, and responsibly using their firearms. He assesses the limits of various firearms in real life situations, testing elements such as weather and environment to see if the weapons live up to their hype. After thousands of rounds of ammo and multiple tests, he concluded the WC 1911 is a serious performer!

Guns For A Cause is one of very few outlets that the firearms industry has to facilitate raffles and giveaways for certified charities. They believe in helping others while “promoting a positive image of the firearms community.” We are so impressed with their efforts we are counting on our customers to donate to their worthy charitable endeavors via the link on their webpage. So when you enter this once in a lifetime chance to win a great gun, at no charge, consider a donation to Guns For A Cause, as they are doing great work and need our support!

For more information about the contest, entry, rules, terms, and conditions, please visit https://www.gunsforacause.org/wilson Read more

Paso Robles, Calif.—Weatherby Inc., legendary firearms manufacturer, announces the introduction of the Vanguard® Select rifle, one of the latest iterations of the Vanguard® series that debuted in the early 1970s. Since that time, Vanguard® rifles have redefined the level of performance that’s attainable from a production rifle —especially budget-friendly models.

The Vanguard® SelectTM rifle is accompanied with an accuracy guarantee; when using premium ammunition, it will produce a three-shot group measuring 0.99-inch or less at 100 yds. from a cold barrel. Aiding this assurance is a 24 inch, cold-hammer-forged, matte, bead blasted, blued finish barrel. Read more

Caldwell® Pic Rail Smartphone Mount

The Caldwell® Pic Rail Smartphone Mount makes it incredibly easy to use your smartphone on any Picatinny rail. Its unique design allows you to keep your cell phone in the case so there’s no fumbling trying to remove it. Simply attach to your Picatinny rail to take photos or display ballistics calculators. Capturing unique action footage or third-person perspective shots has never been easier!

? Works with virtually any smartphone
? Durable aluminum construction resists recoil from large magnums or shotguns
? Detachable mount allows bracket to easily be removed for carrying and transportation

Caldwell® Pic Rail Action Camera Mount
The Caldwell® Pic Rail Action Camera Mount easily attaches all action cameras to a standard Picatinny rail. Its adjustable bracket and screw allows the camera angle to be easily adjusted and locked in place for quick shot changes and steady footage. Mount your camera to your rifle with ease and capture those once in a lifetime shooting and hunting moments!

? Includes custom, extended length Action Camera mounting screw for easy adjustment
? Durable aluminum construction resists recoil
? Works with GoPro® Hero, 2, 3, 3+ or 4 cameras