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Category: Firearms
Mossberg® Releases Youth Catalog
45 Firearms Developed Specifically for Smaller-Statured or Younger Shooters
North Haven, CT – O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc, throughout the company’s 95-year history, has been a leader in the development and design of firearms for younger and small-statured shooters and promoting responsible gun ownership and safety training for all gun owners. In the recently-launched Mossberg 2014 Youth Catalog, 45 shotguns, rimfire and centerfire rifles feature the company’s innovative EZ-Reach™ forends (pump-action shotguns), Super Bantam™ stock spacer adjustment system (shotguns and rifles) and Mossberg’s ground-breaking FLEX™ TLS™ (Tool-less Locking System). Adding these dimensional design features provides for proper fit and balance for younger shooters or individuals who require more compact firearms with shorter lengths-of-pull (LOP). To view the complete catalog online, please visit http://catalogs.mossberg.com/2014_Youth/. Read more
Lipsey’s Announces Exclusive Ruger Single Seven In 327 Federal Magnum
Baton Rouge, La. – Lipsey’s, a leading nation-wide firearms distributor, is pleased to announce the new exclusive Ruger Single Seven 327 Federal Magnum. These new revolvers will feature seven shot unfluted cylinders, rugged stainless steel construction, fully adjustable sights, slim wood grips and the choice of 4-5/8″, 5-1/2″ and 7-1/2″ barrel lengths. “The Single Six size revolvers have always been known for their handiness and ease of carry. Combined with the powerful and versatile 327 Federal Magnum, the new Single Seven is the perfect revolver for the outdoorsman and varmint hunter,” says Lipsey’s Vice President Flint Virgets.
Arizona’s Hunter and Ash Canyons Closed to Shooting
GW: When slobs descend on public land for target shooting, this is what can result. In Arizona, the trash remains in plain sight for eternity. Now the same slobs will congregate elsewhere with the same result.
Closure in effect beginning July 1, 2014
SIERRA VISTA, AZ – Beginning July 1, 2014 the Coronado National Forest, Sierra Vista Ranger District, will close Ash and Hunter Canyons to all recreational shooting.The emergency closure is being implemented due to excessive resource damage to trees and other vegetation in both canyons and large amounts of trash, shells and lead being deposited in trees and on the ground. Read more
SIERRA VISTA, AZ – Beginning July 1, 2014 the Coronado National Forest, Sierra Vista Ranger District, will close Ash and Hunter Canyons to all recreational shooting.The emergency closure is being implemented due to excessive resource damage to trees and other vegetation in both canyons and large amounts of trash, shells and lead being deposited in trees and on the ground. Read more
NSSF Issues Report on Combined Spending by Hunters and Target Shooters
NEWTOWN, Conn. — National Shooting Sports Foundation’s “Hunting in America” and “Target Shooting in America” reports reveal the broad impact that spending by hunters and target shooters have on America’s economy. Now, responding to demand for a combined report, NSSF has issued “Economic Impact of Hunting and Target Shooting in America,” showing, among other significant statistics, that spending by America’s sportsmen and women results in a total impact of $110 billion annually to the U.S. economy. Read more
Beretta ARX100 Now Shipping to Beretta Dealers
ACCOKEEK, MD (June 27, 2014) The ARX100 by Beretta is now available at Beretta dealers and other big name sporting goods retailers. The American-made semi-automatic rifle has a manufacturers suggested retail price of $1,950. Read more
SureFire Releases X400 Ultra WeaponLight with Green-Laser Sight
SureFire’s expanding family of X-Series WeaponLights has a new addition with the release of the X400-GN Ultra® (X400U-A-GN). This latest X400 Ultra model features a high-visibility green-laser sight instead of the red-laser sight found on the best-selling original X400 Ultra (X400U-A-RD). In most other aspects, however-including light output, dimensions, weight, switching, and attachment options-the X400 Ultra with green laser remains identical to its red-laser counter part. Read more
Kahr® Introduces the CT9 and at Special Introductory Price
Pomona, NY – Kahr introduces their newest full-frame value-priced full frame firearm; the 9mm CT9. Earlier this year Kahr introduced the CT40 and CT45, and with the addition of the CT9, it completes their value-priced CT Series. Read more
Steyr L40-A1 Service Pistol Now Available to the American Market
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. (June 27, 2014) – Steyr Arms has announced the arrival of the .40 S&W version of its full-size L-A1 service pistol on American shores. Following last year’s introduction of the L9-A1, the L40-A1 pistol features a full-length slide, 4.5-inch cold-hammer-forged barrel and 12-round magazine capacity for .40 S&W. The Steyr L40-A1 was designed to serve the dual role of a duty and sporting handgun. Read more
Bsa Optics Unveils The BSA 17 Super Mag Scope Series
Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Gamo® Outdoor USA (www.gamooutdoorusa.com), parent company of BSA® Optics (www.bsaoptics.com), is releasing the BSA 17 Super Mag Scope Series. The new scopes were designed specifically for the Winchester 17 Super Mag Cartridge and feature a patent pending drop compensation reticle engineered for the 20gr. and 25gr. bullet. The line includes 3 models including an illuminated Red, Green, and Blue Reticle version. The new products adhere to BSA Optics rigorous quality standards while offering outstanding performance and optics clarity. All models include a Limited One Year Warranty. Read more