Six decades ago Blaser Jagdwaffen GmbH set out to redefine the art of gun making. Along the way they have laid milestones to mark their success with such names as the Diplomat, ES67, SR850, K95, R93, S2, F3 and the list continues. Never willing to be second best, the design philosophy at the heart of all models is safety, accuracy, reliability and versatility.

The way forward is often started with a close examination of the past and how we were able to come so far. We examined our existing product portfolio and came to the conclusion we needed to pay homage to the rifle that helped redefine the modern bolt action. The R93 was the straight pull action that started the revolution. Now it only makes sense that we pay tribute to the original and introduce the R8 Professional S into our current portfolio. Built for pure performance; when a split second defines a hunt.

The new R8 Professional S will share many of the features that exist in our current R8 line with the exception of removable trigger/magazine housing. The new R8 Professional S is loaded or unloaded through the ejection port just as the original R93. Sure handling is assured with the elastomer inlays featured in the traditional brown/black stock. All existing barrels, bolt assemblies and scope mounts will function flawlessly in the new platform.

With an introductory price of $2,895 your biggest concern will be where to put your next trophy. Available in calibers from 222 Remington to 375 H&H (standard taper) the time is now! Contact your qualified Blaser USA dealer today to place your order! Read more

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) is excited to introduce the Ruger® SR1911® Lightweight Commander-Style pistol; an aluminum frame version of the popular SR1911 Commander-Style pistol. This new model features a black anodized aluminum frame with a satin stainless finish on the slide, resulting in an attractive two-tone appearance in a gun that weighs 7oz. less than the all stainless steel version. It comes factory equipped with an integrated, polished titanium feed ramp and features thin, hardwood grip panels for concealed carry, as well as front strap serrations for improved grip.

Ruger engineers took a hard look at how they could utilize new materials to improve the performance of the aluminum-framed 1911. Most aluminum frame pistols tend to show excessive wear on the feed ramp, particularly when shooting modern hollow-point ammunition. This can result in unreliable feeding and may be expensive to correct. The new SR1911 Lightweight Commander-Style pistol comes factory equipped with an integrated polished titanium feed ramp for a lifetime of reliable performance. Read more

Weatherby®, Inc. celebrates its 70th anniversary with a limited-edition Mark V® custom package that is sure to be the envy of any hunter or firearms collector. Each package comes with a limited-edition Mark V rifle, a custom-designed leather rifle case and a commemorative knife handcrafted by Dan Weatherby (son of company President Ed Weatherby). Only 70 of these unique packages will be produced. They can be seen at Weatherby’s SHOT Show booth, #12729, starting Tuesday, January 20, in Las Vegas.

“This 70th Anniversary rifle is as special as it is rare,” said Adam Weatherby, executive vice president/chief operating officer. “It is meant to honor Weatherby’s unique past while inspiring the dreams of hunters and shooters around the world.”

The Mark V 70th Anniversary rifle is offered in company founder Roy Weatherby’s favorite caliber, .257 Weatherby Magnum. Rifle highlights include an exhibition-grade California claro walnut stock with a high-gloss finish and Pachmayr waffle-style recoil pad. The stock features skipline checkering and double forend tip and grip cap spacers, which are designed to emulate those of custom Weatherby rifles from the 1960s.

All metalwork has a high-gloss finish. The custom steel bottom metal features Weatherby’s 70th Anniversary logo etched in gold. Barrel length is 24 inches (#1 contour). Read more

PHOENIX, AZ- Patriot Ordnance Factory (POF-USA) is proud to announce The Skirmish, directly influenced by requests of competition shooters. This new configuration boasts an extended handguard, completely ambidextrous lower receiver and is available in light (.223cal/5.56mm) and heavy (.308cal/7.62.51mm) variations.

The Skirmish features a 14.5″ M rail handguard which provides the necessary real estate for modern shooting positions. The M rail is unique in that additional rail sections are able to be mounted based on the shooters needs, or stripped off to reduce weight/size. If the top rails are removed from the M rail, the shooter has the ability to utilize optics with larger objectives and lower mounting options. This feature ensures solid cheek weld and increases point of aim consistency. Keeping with the desire for consistency, The Skirmish features a fixed Magpul MOE Carbine stock. Read more

Perryton, TX- Republic Forge, a true American firearms company, is offering an unprecedented, multi-purpose, semi-automatic 1911, ideal for handgun hunting. Whether intended to be your primary or secondary firearm of choice, the Predator has been bred for unrelenting accuracy and performance. Republic Forge is yet again setting new industry standards with their tough as nails 1911, the Predator.

The Predator features a match-grade 6″ barrel for higher velocities, 25 LPI checkering on the front strap, Texas Star hammer, a wide array of custom cerakote options and color coordinated VZ or various Ivory grip options. Considered a rare commodity, Republic Forge is offering this long-barreled 1911 with Damascus slide as an option. Offered in .45 ACP and10mm calibers only, the Predator has a starting retail price of $3,395, and is currently Republic Forge’s only offered longslide. Read more

BESSEMER, Ala. – Steyr Arms announced that it is now offering a limited edition run of Camo Scout Rifles in three different camouflage patterns. Steyr Scouts are now available in “Early Fall,” Mid Fall,” and “Late Fall” camouflage patterns. Read more