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Ann Arbor, MI – EOTech, the world leader in holographic optics and thermal imaging equipment, is excited to announce the launch of their X320 promotional video that highlights all of the great features and benefits the X320 offers. To view the new video, follow this YouTube Link: http://youtu.be/d18V7vspmQw or go to the X320 page on the EOTech website: http://www.eotechinc.com/thermal-vision-devices/model-x320xp
Nikon is introducing two new promotions.
The first is Nikon’s Power Up Your Next Adventure promotion. Now through November 16, 2014, outdoor lovers can enjoy instant savings on nearly all Nikon PROSTAFF sport optics – including up to $70 off eligible PROSTAFF rangefinders, $30 off eligible PROSTAFF 5 and 7S binoculars, and up to $150 off eligible PROSTAFF 3 and 5 Fieldscopes.
Nikon’s second fall promotion aims to help hunters prepare for the upcoming hunting seasons. The BDC Bonus Days Are Back promotion offers shooters instant savings of up $100 on select BDC reticle riflescopes – including scopes from the MONARCH 3, PROSTAFF 5, INLINE XR, SLUGHUNTER, and BOLT XR lines. The Spot On BDC promotion also runs through November 16, 2014.
For more information on the Power Up Your Next Adventure and BDC Bonus Days promotions visit www.nikonpromo.com.
RWC Group LLC of Tullytown, Pennsylvania, the exclusive importer of the authentic Concern Kalashnikov Izhmash Saiga line of rifles and shotguns is pleased to announce that product is now shipping to select distributors. Consumers should be aware that there are many replica AK47s in the market but only RWC Group offers the genuine Concern Kalasnikov product.
Product is now available through the following select distributors: AcuSport, Bill Hick’s, Big Rock Sports, RSR Group, Sports South & Chattanooga Shooting Supply. Quantities are limited. Distributors and dealers should not delay placing orders. This product line up will include the Saiga IZ132Z (7.62x39mm) rifle. This upgrade features battle proven and tested Command Arms (www.commandarms.com) accessories including an AK47 pistol grip (UPG47); collapsible butt stock (CBS); stock tube (AKTSP); magazine release extension (AKMR); adjustable cheekpiece (ACP); quad Picatinny rail forend (RS47 set); and an ergonomic vertical grip (EVG). The upgrade will also include a 30-round double-stack, polymer magazine. Read more
Overland Park, Kan – Bushnell Outdoor Products, an industry leader in high performance sports optics for 65 years, has introduced an improved version of its popular Banner riflescope line. Featuring the well-known Dusk & Dawn Brightness optics, the Banner riflescopes include new features and a sleek cosmetic redesign.
One of the best values in the riflescope category today, Banner scopes feature multi-coated optics for a bright and clear sight picture from the first to the last minutes of daylight. Built to withstand the toughest tests in the field, Banner riflescopes are constructed with a durable one-piece aluminum tube. Dry nitrogen filled, every scope in the line is 100 percent waterproof, fog proof and shock proof, ensuring it performs rain or shine. Read more
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is proud to announce that the Ruger® Gunsite Scout Rifle is now chambered in 5.56 NATO. This newest version of the Gunsite Scout Rifle features a hybrid chamber that shoots both 5.56 NATO and .223 Rem. accurately and safely. The rifle weighs approximately 7.1 lbs., features a 16.1″, ½-28 threaded barrel with a 1:8 twist rate, offers controlled round feed and is shipped with a 10-round detachable box magazine. Read more
Many people never consider that over 50% of a rifle is the gunstock, or that replacing a stock can actually improve shooting performance. But the craftsmen at Boyds Hardwood Gunstocks are well aware of this and have set out to tell the world.
“As you learn more about guns, you begin to realize just how important the gunstock is to shooting performance and accuracy,” said Dustin Knutson, General Manager at Boyds. “We’ve been making hardwood gunstocks for over 30 years and we test new stocks all the time. When you replace a factory gunstock with a Boyds handcrafted gunstock, the difference is significant.” Read more
Pumpkin Struck with 25-grain, .17 Winchester Super Magnum
A small pumpkin not nearly ripe was partially chewed by a deer, so we decided to see what the tiny .17 Winchester Super Magnum would do at close range.
I guess this answers that.
Costa Mesa, CA – Mesa Tactical, designer and manufacturer of high quality tactical gear and accessories for law enforcement, military and civilian shooters is pleased to announce the introduction of the Urbino Tactical Stock for the 12 gauge Mossberg 930. More than just a pistol grip butt stock, the new Urbino for the Mossberg 930 is a complete stock system with a shorter return spring and housing allowing the shortest length of pull available. The Urbino has become the industry standard for a tactical fixed butt stock for tactical shotguns.
Noreen Firearms of Belgrade, Montana, is a true firearms manufacturer. Unlike others that are more assemblers, Noreen makes all their components. This distinction translates into firearm accuracy. Read more
In January 2010, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down a key decision in the case of Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission. The decision removed unconstitutional restrictions on the ability to speak freely at election time of grassroots groups like NRA and others. But now, some are trying to reverse the decision–and while they recognize that they must amend the Constitution to do so, their amendment would gut the First Amendment rights of organized political groups as we know them. Read more