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Specifically designed by Bill Wilson to meet the exacting height and weight requirements of the new “Compact Carry” Pistol (CCP) Division of IDPA, this practical, all-purpose 9mm pistol has all the features needed to be a contender in defensive shooting competitions or as a superb carry pistol for everyday use. The Compact Carry has an extremely soft recoil impulse and along with our ETM 9mm magazines will run with unsurpassed reliability. Read more
Ruckersville, VA. – Ashbury Precision Ordnance (APO) Manufacturing has added two new calibers to its line of premium Asymmetric Warrior® (ASW) precision tactical rifles based on the new SABER® VX bolt action receiver. The SABER VX is Ashbury’s octagonal geometry precision manufactured bolt action receiver for super magnum .408 and .375 CheyTac calibers. The ASW-408 uses the latest innovation in the patented SABER®-FORSST® modular rifle chassis system (MRCS), an interlocking action/chassis design precision machined from aerospace grade aluminum alloy that requires no bedding and very little maintenance.
ASW precision tactical rifles are comfortable to shoot and are purpose built to deliver high levels of consistent, down range accuracy now in calibers from .223 to 408CT. They feature tool-less ergonomic adjustability, heat/mirage management, rugged advanced materials construction, engineered accuracy enhancing design, and offer shooters considerably lower felt recoil especially with the big .375 and .408CT cartridges. Read more
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Smith & Wesson Corp. today announced that the company is now offering its highly acclaimed M&P Shield pistol, in both 9mm and .40 S&W, with a factory ported barrel and slide. Engineered by the hands of some of the most skilled Master Gunsmiths in the world, the new Shield Ported pistols, available exclusively from the legendary Performance Center, provide a host of premium features desired by the most astute shooters. Read more
Suppressor Ready Performance Center® Ported and Standard C.O.R.E. Pistol Now Available
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Smith & Wesson Corp. today announced that it is adding greater versatility to its premier line of M&P pistols by offering two new versions of the M&P with an additional threaded barrel included in the box. The new 9mm variants, which include the Performance Center M&P Ported and the Performance Center M&P C.O.R.E. (Competition Optics Ready Equipment), allow owners the ability to easily attach a sound suppressor of his or her choice without the use of additional tools.
At the foundation of the new M&P Performance Center Ported and Performance Center M&P C.O.R.E. pistol resides a specialized mounting platform on top of the slide that can be conveniently changed to match the desired optic. Five removable brackets allow the user to simply install the corresponding mounting screws to achieve the precise fit and height required. Designed to work in conjunction with the Trijicon RMR®, C-More STS, Leupold® DeltaPoint™, Docter, Insight® MRDS™ and J-Point™, both M&P models offer quick and custom sight installation for the industry’s most popular aftermarket red-dot sight manufacturers. Read more
Intricate Machine Scroll Engraving Adorns New SW1911
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Smith & Wesson has expanded the company’s line of machine-engraved firearms with the introduction of a new, custom designed, machine engraved SW1911 pistol. The new SW1911 features a scrollwork design created by Smith & Wesson’s Master Engraver and made possible through the use of a highly precise diamond-tipped tool. The engraving embellishes the all-steel canvas and elevates the venerable 1911 platform to a new level of sophistication and beauty. Read more
Huntsville, AL – Remington Arms Company, LLC (“Remington”) announced today that its Model RM380, an all-metal micro pistol designed for concealed carry, is now shipping and will be available at sporting goods retailers across the country on November 14, 2015. The RM380 is Remington’s first pistol designed and produced at its new Huntsville, AL facility utilizing newly installed machining centers, quality enhanced assembly lines and world class test ranges. Read more
Fairfax, Va.— The National Rifle Association’s Institute for Legislative Action (NRA-ILA) has announced its support for the Hearing Protection Act. Sponsored by Congressman Matt Salmon (AZ-05), the legislation removes suppressors from regulations established under the National Firearms Act of 1934. Read more
The 2015 CMP competition rules featured a bold new plan to modernize CMP pistol rules. Service Pistol rules were dramatically broadened to permit the use of a wide variety of pistols in CMP EIC and National Trophy Matches. The number of EIC matches a competitor could fire in a year was increased and EIC Minimum Credit Scores were established to ensure that all EIC legs were won with Distinguished-level scores. Perhaps the most popular 2015 change was the creation of a new 22 Rimfire Pistol Distinguished Badge and EIC Match program. Read more
NEW BRITAIN, CT – Stag Arms is excited to announce a limited edition run of upper halves for this holiday season. Stag Arms President Mark Malkowski stated “We wanted to offer something new and fresh for this holiday season, so using our customer’s feedback on what they liked the most with our products, we were able to create the Model 3LEH & 3LEHL.” These limited edition uppers come standard with 16″ 4140 steel 1/9 twist chromed lined barrel, a free floating Diamondead VRS-T handguard and rail height gas block for mounting any sights. The plus package upgrade is available on these models for an additional $75 to provide a 1/7 twist barrel, HP/MP tested bolt and M-16 bolt carrier. Read more
Fort Lauderdale, FL– Gamo Outdoor USA (www.gamooutdoorusa.com) the leading manufacturer of high quality air guns, optics and laser designators is unveiling the new WASP Air rifle. The WASP is one of the most versatile air rifles from Gamo Outdoor USA and includes many of Gamo’s top features from their premium airguns, but at an affordable price. Read more