Category: Firearms

Video: Michigan Longbeard Ambushed

By Glen Wunderlich

A check of the weather radar at 4 am convinced me that significant morning showers had passed and only some scattered patches of rain were off to the west.  It was good enough for another attempt to bag a spring gobbler, before Michigan’s late season would end.

Previous hunting sessions this spring had been interesting, but unproductive.  I had outfitted my inexpensive rubber hen decoy with some authentic turkey-feather wings for a bit more realism and, when the first hen of the season caught a glimpse of the “trespasser”, she quickened her pace for a showdown.  The furious hen danced a circular jig around the phony, made a few threatening gestures, and went on her way to breakfast.

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Crosman Corporation Announces Availability Of Nitro Piston 2

BLOOMFIELD, New York – The standard for break barrel airgun performance changes today with the announcement from Crosman Corporation that new Benjamin Trail rifles featuring the groundbreaking Nitro Piston 2 powerplant and Clean Break Trigger (CBT™) technology are now shipping. First revealed at SHOT Show to wide acclaim, the highly anticipated new generation of airguns deliver more speed and more power with incredible accuracy, all while being up to ten pounds easier to cock. Read more

Firearms, Hunting

NSSF Offering Target Shooting Program Grants to Colleges

The National Shooting Sports Foundation is making a total of $100,000 in grants available to public and private colleges for start-ups of new target-shooting clubs and teams.

The grants are provided through NSSF’s Collegiate Shooting Sports Initiative, which has assisted more than 75 schools with building competitive and recreational shooting programs through more than $1 million in support. The program is credited with helping to spur growth in collegiate target shooting across the country. NSSF is the trade association for the firearms, ammunition, hunting and shooting sports industry. Read more

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Popular Ruger American Rifle Now Available in Predator Models

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR), announces an all-new Predator version of the Ruger American Rifle® – the 100% American-made rifle that set a new standard of excellence among full-featured, bolt-action rifles. The Ruger American Rifle® Predator model includes all the features of the original Ruger American Rifle®, plus a moss green stock, a heavier tapered, threaded barrel and a factory installed one-piece aluminum scope rail. It is available in six calibers – .223 Rem (featuring a 1:8 Twist), .204 Ruger, .22-250 Rem., .243 Win., 6.5 Creedmoor and .308 Win. Read more

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Browning Introduces New Hunter Series Safe

Morgan, UT – Value packed with security features and storage convenience usually reserved for higher priced models, the Hunter Series is the newest addition to the 2014 Browning ProSteel safe line-up.

The Hunter Series features the exclusive Axis Adjustable Shelving System (pistol rack included) and premium DPX Storage System with Quick Access Barrel Rack and Scope Saver. The Scope Saver allows long guns with optics to fit easily onto the door without taking up additional space inside the safe.

To keep firearms and other valuables protected, security features include sturdy 11-gauge steel body construction and a 1” Formed Door with inner plate for added rigidity. The Force Deflector™ Locking System uses a rotating cam that prevents forces applied to the handle or bolts from reaching the lock. Hardened steel pin lock protection guards against drill attack.

Pry-Stop End Bolts and 1¼” diameter chromed locking bolts on three sides of door help protect against pry attack. Hunter Series safes feature a 1200° F/60 minute fire protection rating.

Made proudly in the USA, Hunter Series safes are available with a textured charcoal or gloss black finish and feature a three-spoke chrome handle.

Two models will be offered: HR 37 version that is 60” x 43” x 25” with a suggested retail starting at $2,649.00 and the HR 26 version that is 60” x 30” x 25” with a suggested retail starting at $2,099.00.

For more information on Browning products, visit www.browning.com.

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Bushnell G-Force DX Receives Outdoor Life Gear Test Great Buy Award

Overland Park, Kan. – Bushnell, an industry-leader in high performance sports optics for more than 65 years, was awarded the Great Buy Award for the G-Force DX laser rangefinder in the 2014 Outdoor LifeRangefinder Gear Test.

For the gear test, Outdoor Life evaluated six laser rangefinders and scored the performance of each device based on the following criteria: accuracy, clarity, edge clarity, speed, display, low light performance and ease of use. The G-Force DX received a four-star rating and was noted for its ranging speed and overall value for the price. Read more

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