Weatherby®, Inc. celebrates its 70th anniversary with a limited-edition Mark V® custom package that is sure to be the envy of any hunter or firearms collector. Each package comes with a limited-edition Mark V rifle, a custom-designed leather rifle case and a commemorative knife handcrafted by Dan Weatherby (son of company President Ed Weatherby). Only 70 of these unique packages will be produced. They can be seen at Weatherby’s SHOT Show booth, #12729, starting Tuesday, January 20, in Las Vegas.

“This 70th Anniversary rifle is as special as it is rare,” said Adam Weatherby, executive vice president/chief operating officer. “It is meant to honor Weatherby’s unique past while inspiring the dreams of hunters and shooters around the world.”

The Mark V 70th Anniversary rifle is offered in company founder Roy Weatherby’s favorite caliber, .257 Weatherby Magnum. Rifle highlights include an exhibition-grade California claro walnut stock with a high-gloss finish and Pachmayr waffle-style recoil pad. The stock features skipline checkering and double forend tip and grip cap spacers, which are designed to emulate those of custom Weatherby rifles from the 1960s.

All metalwork has a high-gloss finish. The custom steel bottom metal features Weatherby’s 70th Anniversary logo etched in gold. Barrel length is 24 inches (#1 contour). Read more

PHOENIX, AZ- Patriot Ordnance Factory (POF-USA) is proud to announce The Skirmish, directly influenced by requests of competition shooters. This new configuration boasts an extended handguard, completely ambidextrous lower receiver and is available in light (.223cal/5.56mm) and heavy (.308cal/7.62.51mm) variations.

The Skirmish features a 14.5″ M rail handguard which provides the necessary real estate for modern shooting positions. The M rail is unique in that additional rail sections are able to be mounted based on the shooters needs, or stripped off to reduce weight/size. If the top rails are removed from the M rail, the shooter has the ability to utilize optics with larger objectives and lower mounting options. This feature ensures solid cheek weld and increases point of aim consistency. Keeping with the desire for consistency, The Skirmish features a fixed Magpul MOE Carbine stock. Read more

Perryton, TX- Republic Forge, a true American firearms company, is offering an unprecedented, multi-purpose, semi-automatic 1911, ideal for handgun hunting. Whether intended to be your primary or secondary firearm of choice, the Predator has been bred for unrelenting accuracy and performance. Republic Forge is yet again setting new industry standards with their tough as nails 1911, the Predator.

The Predator features a match-grade 6″ barrel for higher velocities, 25 LPI checkering on the front strap, Texas Star hammer, a wide array of custom cerakote options and color coordinated VZ or various Ivory grip options. Considered a rare commodity, Republic Forge is offering this long-barreled 1911 with Damascus slide as an option. Offered in .45 ACP and10mm calibers only, the Predator has a starting retail price of $3,395, and is currently Republic Forge’s only offered longslide. Read more

BESSEMER, Ala. – Steyr Arms announced that it is now offering a limited edition run of Camo Scout Rifles in three different camouflage patterns. Steyr Scouts are now available in “Early Fall,” Mid Fall,” and “Late Fall” camouflage patterns. Read more

Fayette, MO -CMMG Inc. has announced that the company has shipped its first production run of Mk47 MUTANT rifles to preferred retailers and big box stores, including Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops.

The announcement comes just a little over a month after the official launch of the revolutionary new AR-style rifle, chambered in the legendary 7.62x39mm caliber. Capable of accepting existing AK magazines yet still offering the modularity and accuracy of the AR platform, the Mk47 MUTANT has been the talk of both consumers and industry insiders, with plenty of speculation regarding when the rifle will actually hit shelves. Read more

Omaha, NE – Sonic Boom Exploding Targets, the leader in exploding target technology, is now offering their popular rifle targets in the half- pound size. This new offering is designed to give shooting enthusiasts a greater challenge and more fun at a lower price point.

“At Sonic Boom, we are continually developing new SKU’s to meet market and retail demands,” says Brent Michels, Co-Founder of Sonic Boom. “Now with the convenience of a half-pound target, consumers have an affordable, versatile way to purchase an easy-to-pack, exploding rifle target for multiple shooting activities – giving them a bigger bang for their buck.”

Sonic Boom’s goal is to stimulate the experiences that are uniquely shooting specific. Using carefully developed technology that goes into all Sonic Boom targets, the ½# target has been highly anticipated and should be a top-selling SKU amongst the other highly successful products. Look for the half pound targets on shelves mid-January 2015.

About Sonic Boom:
Sonic Boom Exploding Targets has taken the time to research and custom build targets that far surpasses the quality and overall actions of all other competitors on the market. Through this research, Sonic Boom has found the best possible raw ingredients available to date, which provides the loudest and largest explosion. Developed by avid shooters, Sonic Boom’s number one goal is to provide a safe and extremely fun shooting experience.

For more information on Sonic Boom Targets please visit www.SonicBoomTargets.com

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is proud to announce the new Ruger® GP100® Match Champion™ with adjustable rear sight. This new model shares all of the same great features of the original fixed sight model, but now includes a white outline, windage and elevation adjustable rear sight which, when combined with the fiber-optic front sight, creates a great sight picture that can adjusted based on the type of ammunition being shot.

The GP100 Match Champion is a six-shot revolver chambered in .357 Magnum that is designed for the competitive shooter, with a 4.2-inch slab-sided, half-lug barrel with an 11-degree target crown for competition accuracy. The polished springs and hammer strut, combined with the trigger and hammer shims, provide an exceptional match-tuned action that produces a smooth, double-action pull with a crisp and consistent let-off. A chamfered cylinder and custom Hogue® stippled hardwood grip with dual speed loader cuts enable quick reloads, making the Match Champion ideal for personal protection, competition, and IDPA matches in particular.
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MITCHELL, S.D. – Boyds Hardwood Gunstocks has recently released three new videos to educate buyers about the benefits associated with upgrading to a hardwood gunstock. Often, people do not realize how critical a gunstock can be to shooting performance. Hardwood gunstocks improve accuracy, provide a more stable base to anchor the barreled action to and reduce the amount of felt recoil. Boyds new Naked Truth videos are one aspect of their multi-media outreach program to educate the world about the benefits of upgrading your firearm to a durable, high quality hardwood gunstock. Read more