ARES Defense Announces Factory SBR’s & “ARES Payback-200™ Program”

MELBOURNE, FL ­ ARES Defense Systems, the country’s leading manufacturer of innovative, mission-configurable firearms, parts and accessories announces the introduction of its Factory SBR’s (Short Barrel Rifles) to the US commercial market. Along with this announcement is the ARES Payback-200™ program; an unprecedented NFA tax rebate program whereby ARES Defense will reimburse their customers for the first $200 NFA transfer tax that applies to its Short Barrel Rifles under the National Firearms Act.

The National Firearms Act of 1934 specifies a transfer tax of $200. for each transfer of any weapon between Individuals that falls under the purview of the NFA. Such weapons include Machine Guns, Silencers, Short Barrel Rifles (SBR’s), Short Barrel Shotguns (SBS’s), and Destructive Devices. Read more

Columbia, MO – Larry and Brenda Potterfield, owners of MidwayUSA, recently donated $184,045 to the MidwayUSA Foundation to benefit youth shooting sports. This donation stems from the matching program offered by the MidwayUSA Foundation. Donors have the ability to choose the shooting team that will benefit from their donation and Larry and Brenda Potterfield match that donation. Read more

Weldon Spring, MO – Custom Metal Products yesterday announced the newest release of their
growing steel target line. The Auto Reset Plate Rack combines ease of use with practical training.
The Auto Reset Center Fire Plate Rack features six 5″ diameter AR500 Steel Targets, 3/8″ thick mounted to a common frame. Shoot each of the targets up and then shoot the reset target to drop all the targets at once! No ropes needed and you don’t have to go down range to reset. Read more

The Winchester Model 94 is one of the best selling rifles of all time. Now the popular Model 94 Short Rifle from Winchester Repeating Arms® is chambered in powerful 450 Marlin.

In addition to this new caliber, the Model 94 Short Rifle has this set of features: Read more

Fort Lauderdale, Fla., October 7, 2015 – Gamo Outdoor USA (www.gamousa.com) introduces the rebirth of a legend this year. The all-new Big Cat 1250 DX features its famous heavy duty powerplant capable of producing 1250 FPS (with .177 PBA Platinum pellets) and 4×32 magnification scope included; perfectly suitable for target practice, and large, medium or small pest control. The new Big Cat 1250 DX includes many of the top features from Gamo’s premium air rifles such as Gamo’s polymer over molded jacketed precision rifled steel (fluted) barrel for climate protection combined with a new lightweight and durable Non-Slip All-Weather synthetic stock. The New Big Cat 1250 DX has a single cocking system and features the new S.A.T (Smooth Action Trigger) and S.W.A (Shockwave absorber) recoil pad.

Big Cat 1250 DX SPECS
– .177 Cal.
– 1,250 fps with .177 PBA Platinum pellets
– New Lightweight and durable Non-Slip textured All-weather synthetic black color stock
– SAT™ Smooth Action Trigger™
– SWA™ (Shock Wave Absorber), with up to 74% recoil absorption
– 4×32 rifle scope
– MSRP $204.95 Read more

Black Creek, GA- Daniel Defense—engineer and manufacturer of the world’s finest firearms, precision rail systems, and accessories—is proud to announce the release of its much anticipated rifle for the 7.62 x 51mm NATO (.308) cartridge. The new DD5V1 is a groundbreaking, performance-driven platform engineered from muzzle to buttstock. Incorporating over a decade of expertise from industry-leading Daniel Defense engineers and designers, the DD5V1establishes a whole new standard in the .308 platform. Read more

NEWINGTON, NN— SIG SAUER, Inc., the world’s premier manufacturer of complete weapon systems, is now inviting professional users worldwide to become part of the new Legion Series.

By joining its ranks, Legion members will receive access to a new line of enhanced products from SIG SAUER®, developed with the input of the most elite professionals from around the world. These products have been built to meet and exceed the demands of the elite. These are serious tools, for serious users. Read more

BESSEMER, AL —German firearms manufacturer Merkel has announced the introduction of the R15, a new bolt-action rifle designed and manufactured specifically to meet the expectations of American hunters and shooters. Available in both wood- and synthetic-stocked versions, the R15 rifle combines the classic hunting rifle style with old-world craftsmanship and the latest manufacturing technology to create a platform that is refined yet surprisingly affordable for the American market.

Functional, practical and beautiful, the R15 features a newly designed receiver that is cold-forged and precision machined. With three lugs for maximum strength and safety, the R15’s full-bodied bolt has a 60-degree bolt throw and glides effortlessly in the receiver for fast follow-up shots. The receiver of the R15 is mated to a standard-contour cold-hammer-forged barrel, for which Merkel has become renowned. Read more