WEST HARTFORD, Conn. – Colt, designer and manufacturer of the M4 carbine and M16 rifle, is excited to announce a new chapter in the evolution of it’s popular Expanse™ M4 carbine line with the release of the new upgraded model CE2000.”This was a natural move for us,” said Justin Baldini, Product Director for Colt. “We simply listened to what our customers and our Colt Stocking Dealers were telling us, and the story was simple. Folks want the added features of a real Colt dust cover and forward assist, and they want it to come that way from the factory.”

And Colt did just that. Building on what made the original Expanse™ M4 model CE1000 special – the same Colt forgings, bolt, and other parts used on the rest of the Colt M4 line – the new Colt Expanse™ M4 model CE2000 is upgraded to include a Colt dust cover and forward assist. Read more

Stevens S1200 is an Inertia-Driven Semi-Auto 12-gauge ShotgunSUFFIELD, Conn. – Stevens is proud to offer its first semi-automatic shotgun, the new 12-guage S1200. The S1200 provides reliable, inertia driven semi-automatic performance at an attractive price. Shipments of this new product are now being delivered to dealers.

The 6.6-pound S1200 features a smooth-shooting inertia system and is available with a walnut, camouflage synthetic, or all-weather matte black synthetic stock. It has a 3-inch chamber, rotating bolt and is offered with a 26- or 28-inch vent-rib barrel that accepts the Beretta Mobilchoke system. Read more

Three Tips for Any Boater Facing A Powerful Summer ThunderstormLessons Learned from Rescue of Four Kayak Anglers

HILLSBORO INLET, Fla., Recreational boaters and paddlers understand that late afternoon thunderstorms are common during the summer boating season. A recent incident involving two TowBoatUS Fort Lauderdale captains and their rescue of four kayakers pre-fishing a local tournament offers some lessons learned on how to survive an afternoon storm.

Just before 2 p.m. on Friday, June 24, under severe thunderstorm watch, Captains Eric Laury and Steve Reuss ran for cover as a large, fast-moving storm approached. Safe in a marina close to Hillsboro Inlet, they began to “wait out Armageddon,” as Reuss described the strong storm. Minutes later the US Coast Guard reported three overturned kayakers in the water about two miles south of the inlet. Read more

Huntsville, AL – Remington Arms Company, LLC, (“Remington”) is proud to announce today that the R51 has returned to the market. The new enhanced Model R51 is a concealed carry pistol based on the Pedersen design, heritage and memorable features of the original Remington Model 51.Re-engineered from the ground up and extensively tested to deliver utmost reliability, the perfected R51 gets you on target faster and more intuitively than any other subcompact on the market. Add to that its dramatically reduced felt recoil and muzzle flip, and it’s exactly what you need to perform at your best when things are at their worst.

The R51 sub compact pistol features a lightweight aluminum frame with rounded edges for comfortable conceal carry, grip safety, low bore axis for reduced recoil/muzzle flip, concealed carry trigger (light/crisp/single action), light slide racking-force for ease of manipulation, ambidextrous magazine release, locking drift adjustable sights and optimized grip angle – making it extremely easy to point and shoot. Read more

Birchwood Casey® has introduced two great new Dueling Tree Targets for fast-paced shooting action that you can see and hear.

The new Dueling Tree Target Stand is available in both .22 rimfire and airgun versions. The Dueling Tree has four steel plates that dodge from side to side when hit, providing constant shooting action. The heavy steel construction ensures the targets will stand up well to long-term range use.

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Standard Manufacturing Co, LLC based in New Britain, CT proudly announces the release of their two latest Sporting Rifles the STD-15 Models A and B in July 2016. Due to the company’s prior sales success rate with the DP-12 Model, Standard Manufacturing introduced their STD-15 models geared towards left handed users, sporting enthusiasts and avid long distance hunters.The STD-15 was created by top of the line engineers using the most advanced machinery available. We took what people wanted — a perfect balance of weight, durability, and performance, and made the best firearm there is. – Lou Frutuoso, President of Standard Manufacturing

With both models offered in matte black finish and a lightweight resin, they weigh in at 6.0 lbs and 6.2 lbs respectively. The STD-15 models feature a 5.56 caliber and 16″ barrel length as well as a 1/9 Twist 4150 CMV, Government profile with M4 feed ramps and QPF Nitride Coating. Unlike other cases, the STD-15 makes them easier to stack and place in storage. While both feature Direct Gas Impingement, the Model A sports an A2 Flash Hider where the Model B features the Phantom. The models range in MSRP of $999 to $1,249.00 depending on the model. Read more

Standard Manufacturing Co, LLC based in New Britain, CT remains the first and exclusive company to offer the DP-12, a double barreled 12 gauge pump shotgun. A premium defense shotgun that was released in 2013 by Standard Manufacturing Co. holds 16 rounds and ergonomically designed to balance the weight for quick and efficient handling with minimal recoil, particularly important in defensive situations.The shotgun holds 16 rounds, two shots with each pump, synthetic stock and two Picatinny rails for accessories. Weighing in at 9 pounds, 12 ounces unloaded, the DP-12 is 29 ½ inches in overall length and offered in multiple finishes including matte black, green, gold and flat dark earth. The models range in MSRP of $1,395.00. Clients can review product video on our site exclusively on the company site here. Read more