FAIRFAX, Va. – The National Rifle Association proudly announces the opening of America’s Rifle, a new exhibit at the NRA National Firearms Museum examining the evolution and popularity of AR pattern modern sporting rifles.

The year-long exhibit follows the history of AR pattern rifles from their development to their uses today in competition, hunting, recreational shooting, and personal defense. Featuring more than a dozen rifles, America’s Rifle highlights influential predecessors like the M14, G3, and FN-FAL in addition to the M16 and AK47. This educational exhibit illustrates the significant differences between the select-fire military type rifles capable of full-auto and the semi-auto AR pattern sporting rifles owned by millions of civilians. Read more

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) is excited to introduce the Ruger American Rimfire® rifle with wood stock. In response to customer requests, this new model brings an exciting variation to an already popular rifle line. The stock is made from a hardwood blank in Newport, NH and mated to the popular .22 LR bolt-action in Mayodan, NC, resulting in a rifle with classic good looks and modern performance. Read more

Browning is expanding the AB3 bolt-action rifle line to now include short action calibers for 2015. The AB3 is a super value rifle with incredible performance and features.

New short action calibers will include the 243 Win., 7mm-08 Rem., 308 Win. with 22″ barrel lengths. 270 WSM and 300 WSM chambered models will have 23″ barrel lengths.

The AB3 features a bolt lock override button that allows shooters to unload the firearm while leaving the top-tang safety in the on safe position. 60° bolt lift is fast to operate and easily clears optics when cycling. The steel receiver has a matte blue finish and is drilled and tapped for scope mounts. A free floating, hand chambered barrel with target crown is featured. The AB3 also has a removable box magazine. The composite stock is matte black and features textured grip areas. An Inflex Technology recoil pad reduces felt recoil. Sling swivel studs are included.

Suggested Retail: $599.99. Read more

Legacy Sports International, in conjunction with Bill Hicks & Co., Ltd., is proud to announce their initial limited offering of the Howa 1500 Hogue Multicam Cerakote rifle. This limited offer is only available through Bill Hicks & Co., Ltd. distribution.

This New Howa 1500 offering is being brought to you first on a limited basis through Bill Hicks & Co., Ltd. This initial offering is in the potent .300win Mag and in the New Howa 1500 24″ heavy barrel configuration. The Howa barrel and action is fitted into a Hogue pillar-bedded stock which is also dipped in the popular and effective Multicam Camo. The Howa barrel and action are also Cerakoted with a ceramic Flat Dark Earth finish for superior protection and great looks. Additionally included are the Howa HACT two-stage trigger and a three-position safety system. Read more

Fort Lauderdale, Fla., July 28, 2015– Gamo Outdoor USA (www.gamousa.com), the leading manufacturer of high quality air guns, optics and laser designators, is introducing the new and powerful RAPTOR. The new air rifle features the highly praised Whisper® technology- the well-known integrated noise dampening technology. This technology, already known and trusted by thousands of shooters from around the world, is an integrated noise and muzzle blast reducer over molded on the barrel, making this the quietest air rifle.

The new RAPTOR Air rifle includes many of the top features from Gamo’s premium air rifles such as a fluted polymer jacketed rifled steel barrel combined with a new lightweight and durable Non-Slip Textured All-Weather synthetic stock. The new .177 Cal. air rifle has a single cocking system and features the new SAT (Smooth Action Trigger) and SWA (Shockwave absorber) recoil pad which helps increasing accuracy.

Raptor Air rifle Specs
– 1,250 fps with PBA Platinum pellets
-177 Cal
– Whisper® Noise dampening technology
– Fluted polymer jacketed rifled steel barrel
– Front and rear fiber optics sights.
– New, ergonomic design
– New Lightweight Non-Slip textured All-weather synthetic black stock
– SAT™ Smooth Action Trigger™
– SWA™ (Shock Wave Absorber), with up to 74% recoil absorption
– 4×32 Scope
– MSRP: $259.95 Read more

(Cincinnati, OH) – Faxon Firearms, innovators in the firearms industry, is proud to announce the latest edition to their barrel line.

The Gunner Series Barrels will come in 5.56/.223 calibers in either 11.5″ or 14.5″ lengths. The barrels are manufactured from 4150 QPQ. All barrels have the option of adding a .625″ low profile gas block and an AR gas tube. No matter the desired outcome, the Gunner Series barrels from Faxon Firearms will meet and exceed the demands of even the most discriminating of shooters.

MSRP starts at $159, and barrels can be purchased online at www.faxonfirearms.com . Read more

CAMP PERRY, Ohio – One of the most popular events of the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) National Rifle Matches is always the Rimfire Sporter Match, fired this year on August 1 at Camp Perry. The match is perfect for preparing first-time shooters for competition-style shooting, as well as allowing experienced marksmen to rekindle a nostalgic connection with a .22 rifle.

Fired every year to a growing crowd of competitors, the event is simple enough that even new shooters can complete it, while also being uniquely challenging for experienced riflemen. It’s the perfect opportunity for families or old friends to participate in a fun afternoon of entertaining competition. Read more

Henderson, NV – Hogue Inc, America’s premier manufacturer of firearm grips, rifle stocks, AR components, knives, holsters and gear has more good news for 10/22 owners: the company is now shipping one-piece, OverMolded® “Tactical Thumbhole” style rifle stocks. Featuring a futuristic thumbhole/pistol grip design, an integrated cheek weld, a unique bench stop and a soft rubber butt pad, Hogue’s new thumbhole rifle stock is optimized for quick and comfortable target acquisition with your preferred optic. “This new design will have strong appeal to target shooters, varmint hunters and competition shooters alike,” said designer Pat Hogue. “It’s a departure from our traditional rifle stock designs in some ways, but we think the market’s ready for Hogue’s take on a tactical 10/22 stock in OverMolded rubber.” Read more