SUFFIELD, Conn. – The Stevens 320 pump shotgun series has built a reputation for solid, affordable performance for everything from wingshooting to home defense. Stevens has now expanded its model 320 field-grade shotgun lineup to include a new turkey-specific model. Shipments of these firearms are currently being delivered to dealers.Stevens’ new turkey-hunting shotgun boasts the same features as the company’s other 12-gauge 320 field-grade models, including dual slide bars, a rotary bolt, rugged synthetic stock and five-round capacity. Turkey-specific features include Mossy Oak® Obsession® camouflage, an extended full choke, a fiber optic sight, and drilled and tapped receiver that accepts optics such as the Weaver® VZT turkey scope.

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NEWTOWN, Conn. – The total economic impact of the firearms and ammunition industry in the United States increased from $19.1 billion in 2008 to $49.3 billion in 2015, a 158 percent increase, while the total number of full-time equivalent jobs rose from approximately 166,000 to almost 288,000, a 73 percent increase in that period, according to a report released today by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, the industry’s trade association.On a year-over-year basis, the industry’s economic impact rose from $43 billion in 2014 to $49.3 in 2015, a nearly 15 percent increase while total jobs increased from approximately 263,000 to almost 288,000, a 9 percent increase in the same period.”Our industry is proud to be one of the truly bright spots in our economy as an unprecedented number of Americans have chosen to exercise their fundamental right to keep and bear arms and to safely enjoy the shooting sports,” said Stephen L. Sanetti, NSSF president and chief executive officer. “In response to that dynamic, we have increased our direct workforce by about 21,000 in the last two years alone, adding jobs that pay an average of more than $50,000 in wages and benefits. In addition, since 2008 we increased federal tax payments by 144 percent, Pittman-Robertson excise taxes that support wildlife conservation by 92 percent and state business taxes by 96 percent.”

The Firearms and Ammunition Industry Economic Impact Report: 2016 provides a state-by-state breakdown of job numbers, wages and output covering direct, supplier and induced employment, as well as federal excise taxes paid. Read more

With Hillary Clinton threatening more loss of gun rights with her possible seat at the throne, one thing is for certain: Gun-control rhetoric continues to be good for the gun business. And, since the results don’t speak highly of her and her ilk’s ongoing strategy to disarm Americans, one would think they’d change their strategy. Nope. Full steam ahead.The March 2016 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) figure of 1,297,275 is an increase of 9.2 percent compared to the March 2015 NSSF-adjusted NICS figure of 1,187,823. For comparison, the unadjusted March 2016 FBI NICS figure of 2,509,065 reflects a 25.4 percent increase from the unadjusted FBI NICS figure of 2,001,245 in March 2015.

The first quarter 2016 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) figure of 4,147,993 is an increase of 17.8 percent over the 3,521,089 figure for first quarter 2015. Read more

Accokeek, MD – Beretta Defense Technologies (BDT) is pleased to announce that the first five M9 Lot Acceptance Tests (LATs) conducted to date by Beretta U.S.A. under the Company’s current contract to supply the standard 9mm sidearm to the U.S. Armed Forces successfully passed, with the pistols then being delivered to the U.S. Army. “Fifty pistols from these 5 lots have successfully undergone 100% complete individual component interchangeability testing with no issues. These same 50 pistols then passed all of the same individual pistol tests after the Interchange Test, including Headspace Verification, Firing Pin Indent, Trigger Pull, Function, and Targeting & Accuracy. The 2,500 pistols (to which these 5 lot tests applied) also each passed the function and other individual pistol tests 100%”, stated Gabriele de Plano, Vice President of Military Marketing and Operations for Beretta Defense Technologies. Read more

(FORT SMITH, Ark.) – Walther is excited to announce the addition of the new Q5 Match pistol to their expanding line of competitive shooting pistols. The new production class 9mm is Built for Performance and optimized for competition. The innovative new Q5 Match features an integrated optics mounting system with adapter plates for Trijicon® RMR, Leupold® Delta Point and Docter Red Dot Optics.Walther continually works to create products that uniquely fit shooters’ expectations. Accuracy makes a winning difference during competitive shooting and the new Q5 Match is equipped with a blue quick defense trigger for fast, accurate first and second shots. As an extension to the PPQ line, this new production class competitive shooting pistol is constructed with the signature Carl Walther ergonomic grip and interchangeable back straps, allowing it to perfectly fit in the hand of any shooter. Read more

The Wilson Combat CQB Shotgun has been developed at the request of tactical shotgunners looking for the ideal tactical shotgun package with the added adjustability and modularity inherent to a collapsible AR-compatible buttstock.This customized Remington 870 12 gauge has been tuned by our gunsmiths for smooth, flawless function and reliable performance in extreme use. From the low-maintenance Armor-Tuff® finish to our time tested Trak-Lock® fiber optic adjustable sights, this model is all business-on the range and on the street.

The Wilson Combat aluminum collapsible stock adaptor allows the use of an AR-compatible pistol grip and buttstock and is equipped with QD sling sockets to make adding a tactical sling to your shotgun easier than ever before. A host of other custom options ensure that the CQB Shotgun is a top choice for self-defense or duty shotgun use. Read more

A need finally filledMKS Supply, LLC, Dayton OH, April 2016-Hi-Point 9mm (Model 995) carbines are known for their robust construction, accuracy, reliability, and affordability.

The only “problem”: The 9mm Hi-Point OEM magazines hold 10 rounds. For engineering reasons and due to the huge volume of sales of the 9mm carbine with the 10-round magazine, there were no plans by Hi-Point to make a higher capacity magazine.

The solution: The Redball, a one-piece, 20-round, single-stack magazine for the Hi-Point carbine. This great-looking articulated magazine fits and feeds the 9mm Hi-Point carbine without fail. Moreover, it is the only high-capacity magazine tested and approved by Hi-Point firearms and MKS Supply. Read more

ACCOKEEK, Md. – Stoeger, the maker of a complete line of high-quality, accessible shotguns for the sporting and tactical markets, announces the start of its Double Down Sales Promotion, which runs from April 1 to June 30, 2016. Read more