NEWTOWN, Conn.— The National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®), the trade association for the firearms industry, is pleased to announce the debut of Starting Point, a comprehensive resource center for entrepreneurs beginning the process of entering the firearms industry marketplace.

Intended to provide a business planning and compliance policy foundation for new Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) and shooting range operators, Starting Point offers several benefits. At the top of the list is a full day’s training provided by NSSF’s Compliance Consultant Team. During that training, firearms industry professionals will cover the ins and outs of important compliance records such as the Federal Form 4473, the dealer’s Acquisition & Disposition (A&D) record book, forms for multiple handgun sales reporting, and more. Working with gun show sales, internet sales, gun rental and NFA (National Firearms Act) firearms will also be covered. Read more

Paso Robles, CA—Weatherby Inc., legendary firearms manufacturer, is honored to introduce the Element™ Synthetic and Element™ Waterfowler Max-5® semi-auto shotguns. In just its second year of production, the Element™ is quickly gaining a loyal following of shooters who prefer the clean, smooth, and reliable function of its “inertia operated” semi-auto action. For 2016, Weatherby® has taken the Element™ to a new level of performance with the addition of durable Griptonite® synthetic stock and fore-end options, available in a matte bead-blasted finish or Realtree® Max-5® camo.The Element™ Synthetic and Element™ Waterfowler Max-5® are offered in 12- and 20-gauge, with 3″ chambers, and 26in and 28in barrel length options. Both feature Weatherby’s Integral Multi-Choke System and are supplied with Improved Cylinder, Modified, Full, and Long Range Steel choke tubes, allowing shooters to tailor their shot patterns for any hunting application. Read more

Perryton, Texas—Republic Forge, manufacturers of world-class, American made, Model 1911 pistols, is excited to announce yet another custom feature to the “Build Your Own” process, offering personalized engraving capabilities for entire 1911 lineup.”Offering personalized engravings allows the creation of a 1911 that represents each customer’s personality,” said Benny Deal, owner and founder of Republic Forge. “We place a tremendous amount of emphasis on customization here at Republic Forge, thus we understand the importance of constantly expanding our customization offerings to accommodate all preferences.” Read more

LWRC International Announces the Introduction of the LWRCI-DI
Direct Impingement High Performance Rifle. All New. All LWRCI™

Cambridge, MD (December 1, 2015) – LWRC International introduces its all new DI rifle scheduled to hit dealer shelves this December. Built from the ground up this LWRCI is a completely new Direct Impingement rifle featuring many of the same high performance attributes found in its popular Gas Piston – Luxury AR line up.

“The LWRCI-DI was born out of the U.S. Military M4 PIP program that called for longer barrel life, ambi charging handle and safety, more reliable bolt carrier group and user configurable floating rail system”, says David Ridley, Senior vice president sales and marketing. “The LWRCI-DI excels on all counts, offering our customers an advanced DI rifle at a price that will surprise you. It is truly a ‘Step-Up’ from the basic direct impingement rifles on the market.” Read more

Liberty Suppressors – Makers of the world’s finest firearm sound suppressors, would like to announce the release of our latest silencer design, the Cosmic 45 caliber multipurpose silencer.

The Cosmic is the next evolution in pistol silencer design, utilizing groundbreaking baffle technology along with the most durable materials; Liberty brings maximum results to the table once again. With a core of stainless steel, a titanium tube, and weighing in at only 9.5 ounces, this silencer is light but built to handle even the toughest of pistol rounds. The Cosmic shares the same footprint as our popular Mystic X silencer as well. This allows full backwards compatibility with our legacy mounting solutions for the Mystic program and opens many new doors at the same time, without having to increase the footprint of the silencer. The Cosmic is rated for everything from 22LR up to 454 Casull in pistol calibers plus several carbine calibers as well. The versatility of the Cosmic is unmatched.

MSRP for the Cosmic is set at $799. Read more

Paso Robles, CA – Introducing the New Mark V® WeathermarkTM, a Mark V® built for the rugged and unpredictable weather of backcountry hunting.

“The New Mark V® WeathermarkTM is the perfect combination of form and function.”, says Executive Vice President and COO Adam Weatherby. “It takes all the benefits of the New Mark V® action and adds a Cerakote® finish to the metalwork, making it more rugged and weather resistant. It lets you worry about your hunt, and not about your rifle”

The New Mark V® WeathermarkTM stock has been designed with a slimmer forearm and sharper, more distinctive lines and contours. The grip diameter has been reduced, a slight right-hand palm swell has been added, and overall weight decreased. These refinements provide better fit and feel for a wider range of shooters. The lighter weight results in increased comfort, control, quicker to the shoulder mounting, and faster target acquisition.

The new Weatherby® LXXTM Trigger increases performance and shooter accuracy. The trigger’s surfaces are precision ground, polished, and overall tolerances refined. A new, wider trigger face boosts trigger-to-finger contact for a more consistent and comfortable pull. Adjustable down to 2.5 lbs., the new Weatherby® LXXTM Trigger will amaze you with every single round fired.

The New Mark V® WeathermarkTM comes with a SUB-MOA accuracy guarantee (3-shot group measuring .99″ or less at 100 yards). Its hand-lapped barrel ensures that the bullet’s flight path will be true and consistent. Now, no matter where you take your New Mark V® WeathermarkTM rifle, you can trust every shot will be right on the money – guaranteed. Read more

MITCHELL, S.D. – Boyds has recently introduced Savage A17 replacement gunstocks in their Classic, Featherweight Thumbhole, Heritage, Platinum, Prairie Hunter, Pro Varmint, and Varmint Thumbhole designs. The new rifle from Savage is the first high-performance semi-automatic rimfire specifically designed for the .17 HMR cartridge.

To see all the available stocks and options from Boyds for the A17 and entire line and to order your replacement stock today, visit www.boydsgunstocks.com/a17. Read more

Paso Robles, Calif.—Weatherby Inc., legendary firearms manufacturer, is honored to introduce the Vanguard® WeatherguardTM line of rifles, one of the latest iterations of the Vanguard® series that debuted in the early 1970s. Since that time, Vanguard® rifles have redefined the level of performance that’s attainable from a production hunting rifle —especially budget-friendly models. With its new WeatherguardTM rifles, the company combines the best attributes of the Vanguard® with features deemed nonnegotiable by dedicated hunters and shooters.

The Vanguard® WeatherguardTM rifles are accompanied with an accuracy guarantee; when using premium ammunition, they will produce a three-shot group measuring 0.99-inch or less at 100 yds. from a cold barrel. All the metalwork is protected with Tactical Grey Cerakote®, for exceptional weather and corrosion resistance. Read more