Bear Creek Arsenal is excited to announce the introduction of in-house Cerakote services under Bear Creek Kustom Kote. This new offering will provide customers with high-quality, custom Cerakote finishes, starting with Flat Dark Earth (FDE), Olive Drab Green (ODG), and Tungsten options, and expanding into full custom orders.

Cerakote is renowned for its durability, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal, making it a popular choice for firearm enthusiasts looking to personalize and protect their investments. Bear Creek Kustom Kote will deliver top-tier Cerakote finishes that meet the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.

Key Features of Bear Creek Kustom Kote:

Initial Offerings: Flat Dark Earth (FDE), Olive Drab Green (ODG), and Tungsten

Customization: Full custom orders will be coming in the future, allowing customers to choose from a wide range of colors and designs

Quality: In-house application ensures meticulous attention to detail and superior finish

Durability: Enhanced protection against wear, corrosion, and impact Read more

Sioux Falls, South Dakota – Silencer Central, the innovators of online suppressor sales and ship-to-your-door delivery, wants you to know that they are not joking around. The deal you’ve been waiting for is here – from April 1-15, 2025, Tax Stamps are on us with every BANISH suppressor priced $849 and up.

“Traditionally, the first 15 days of April are when people get nervous about their taxes,” said Brandon Maddox, Silencer Central CEO. “We wanted to do something for our customers to reduce some of the stress of tax time, so we decided to cover the costs of the required Tax Stamps on all BANISH suppressor purchases priced $849 and up. And, hey, if you are lucky enough to get a tax refund this year, we’re making it easier to afford that suppressor you’ve had your eye on.” Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, commends the introduction of the Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act, introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by U.S. Reps. Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) and Richard Hudson (R-N.C.) as H.R. 2442 and in the U.S. Senate by U.S. Sen. Jim Risch as S. 1169. The bicameral legislation would prohibit states from implementing excise taxes on firearms and ammunition to fund gun control programs.

“States that are hostile to the firearm industry and Second Amendment freedoms have abused their ability to levy taxes on the sale of firearms and ammunition as a ‘sin tax.’ Exercising a right – whether it is your First Amendment freedoms, Second Amendment or Fourth or Fifth Amendment freedoms – is not a sin,” said Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF Senior Vice President and General Counsel. “The idea that law-abiding citizens who responsibly exercise their Second Amendment rights must bear the cost to fund programs designed to denigrate that very right is anathema to free exercise of our rights. This is akin to the unconstitutional poll taxes that were struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court in 1966. The lawmakers in the states that levy these taxes reveal their contempt for the Second Amendment and disdain for citizens who obey the law. NSSF is grateful to Congressmen Issa and Hudson, as well as Senator Risch, for their principled stand against these taxes that are an affront to the free exercise of Constitutionally-protected rights.” Read more

Youth shotguns have a long and storied history. It’s often the first introduction to hunting for many individuals who have fond memories of hunting with their first firearm. ESCORT Shotguns continues that tradition with its WS Youth shotgun.

The WS Youth is a great introduction to hunting shotguns. This 20-gauge provides more than enough energy to easily hunt fowl and deer with reduced recoil. The 13.75-inch length of pull offers safe and effective handling without oversizing or overweighing the abilities of younger and smaller frame hunters. The receiver is manufactured from an aircraft alloy, providing a lightweight yet robust platform for exceptional performance.

This WS Youth includes Escort’s multi-choke system for pellet throw pattern requirements depending on game and shotshell choice. The 22-inch oxidation-resistant chrome-plated steel barrel contrasts the Turkish walnut stock and forend, offering durability and reliability. Like the other WS models, the WS Youth boasts an 11mm groove for scope mounts, allowing users to attach optics for improved aiming precision and a 7mm checkered and ventilated anti-glare raised rib, complemented by a fiber optic front sight, facilitates quick and accurate target acquisition. While suitable for youth shooters, this is an heirloom shotgun anyone would be proud to pass down and receive.

To learn more about the WS Youth Shotguns from Escort Shotguns, please visit: https://escortshotgunsusa.com/product/escort-ws-youth/

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March 2025 – Shoot ON, the premiere source for firearms reviews, instruction, and DIY gun content, announces the “Ready to Carry” Giveaway. This latest offer is presented by Shoot ON in association with four of the leading brands in the personal defense segment: FN, Fiocchi, CrossBreed, and Burris.

The “Ready to Carry” Giveaway is a complete personal defense package that covers everything you need to protect yourself and your family, beginning with FN’s new Reflex XL MRD micro-compact 9mm. The Reflex XL MRD is an optic-ready pistol that delivers exceptional ergonomics and a best-in-class trigger for optimal performance and concealability with up to 18-round capacity.

To ensure a fast and accurate sight picture on the FN Reflex XL MRD, the all-new Burris FastFire E red dot is included in the giveaway package. The FastFire E is Burris’ first enclosed emitter red dot and is built to withstand the hard knocks of daily carry duty. The robust housing protects the “always on” 3.5 MOA emitter to ensure you are instantly ready to engage a threat.

The terminal component of the “Ready to Carry” Giveaway package includes five boxes of Fiocchi’s new CovertX personal defense ammunition. The premium-manufactured CovertX features a new jacketed hollow point projectile specifically engineered for controlled expansion when fired from short-barrel handguns while delivering optimal performance at full-size handgun velocities.

Supporting this personal defensive package is the popular SuperTuck holster from CrossBreed. The SuperTuck is an IWB holster developed for deep concealment. Hosting a high-retention Kydex pocket, generous premium leather backer with a combat cut for ultimate comfort, and sturdy, powder-coated steel belt clips that are adjustable for cant and ride height, the SuperTuck holster rounds out this practical EDC package.

The total value of the “Ready to Carry” Giveaway prize package is $1,331.90.

There is no purchase necessary to enter the “Ready to Carry” Giveaway. Simply go to the Shoot ON “Ready to Carry” Giveaway page and enter (must be 21 years old to enter). You can also boost your odds of winning through the Daily Bonus Entry option. Read more

Springfield Armory® Announces Launch of
Optics-Ready TRP™ AOS 1911 Pistols in .45 and 9mm

GENESEO, ILL. – Based on the Springfield Armory® Professional 1911 employed by the FBI’s Hostage Rescue Team, the TRP™ family of pistols has now been expanded to include eight new models featuring not only the Agency Optic System (AOS), but also — and for the first time ever — 9mm variants.

The TRP offers fully featured platforms specifically designed and built for demanding 1911 enthusiasts. Drawing inspiration from the Springfield Armory Professional 1911, TRP pistols undergo meticulous hand fitting for both form and function. With these eight new models, shooters have an optics-ready take on a proven classic, as well as a new chambering option.

Each pistol begins with a forged frame and slide for strength and durability. For enhanced precision, each pair is hand-selected for slide-to-frame fit and numbered to marry them with their matching components throughout the build process. All barrels are match-grade and made from forged stainless steel. The result is a premium fit, with refined blending and rock-solid performance. Read more