Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
BELLEVUE, WA – Thursday’s strict party-line vote by the Senate Judiciary Committee to move anti-gun Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s measure banning so-called “assault weapons” was an insult to millions of law-abiding American citizens who own such firearms and have harmed nobody, the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms said. Read more
Plans for an assault weapons ban and private-sales background checks were only the beginning of a broader gun control agenda extending to handguns as well, according to Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-IL). Details here…
Overland Park, Kan. – A leader in innovative hunting and shooting accessories, Butler Creek has introduced a new patented sight cover designed for the leading electronic sights on the market. In the field or during transport, the Sidewinder Flip Cover provides complete protection from the elements with a zero-clearance flip lens cover for rapid target acquisition. Read more
A bill heads to the governor for signature making it a crime for police to enforce new federal gun laws. It is unknown at this point if the governor will sign it. Details here…
Old Saybrook, C – Traditions™ Performance Firearms introduces into their 2013 lineup single action revolvers by Pietta. The single actions will be available in two series – the Frontier series and the Rawhide series. Read more
Nikon has expanded its line of precision optics for MSR platform rifles by adding a new magnification to the popular P-223 riflescope. Now available in 4-12×40 with BDC 600 reticle, the new P-223 makes any AR rifle more effective at longer ranges. The P-223 4-12×40 comes in matte finish and is built with Fully Multicoated lenses.
For the first time, one riflescope provides a choice between two different methods of bullet drop compensation. 
One way to compensate for bullet drop at long ranges is by using the BDC 600 reticle with open circle aiming points and hash marks from 100 to 600 yards. The BDC 600 reticle was developed specifically for the trajectory of the .223 Rem. / 5.56 NATO round with 55-grain polymer tip bullet and is most effective when used with Spot On™ Ballistic Match Technology. 
The other way to compensate for bullet drop is by using Nikon’s Rapid Action Turret system that allows shooters to dial in their distances and hold the BDC reticle’s horizontal crosshair directly on the target. Distances as far as 100 to 600 yards can be dialed in, making the Rapid Action Turret system a quick and easy option for long range shooting. There is now an added feature on the new P-223 that makes field adjustments easier than ever before. Read more
Morgan, Utah-Browning will expand its Micro Midas line of youth oriented firearms to include the new BT-99 Micro Midas 12 gauge trap for 2013.
The new BT-99 Micro Midas features a compact 13″ length of pull stock and beavertail forearm in satin walnut. The stock is scaled down to comfortably fit smaller shooters. The BT-99 also includes a Vector Pro lengthened forcing cone, recoil pad and ivory front and mid-bead sights. Chrome plated chambers are also included on the BT-99 to resist wear and corrosion for years of shooting. Barrel lengths offered include 28″ or 30″. Suggested Retail Price, $1,429.99.
All Micro Midas firearms qualify for the Growth Insurance Program that allows new owners to purchase a full size stock at 50% off the retail price.
For more information on Browning products, please visit the website at www.browning.com.
Leica Sport Optics adds to its already successful line of ER riflescopes with the introduction of two new illuminated riflescope models: the ER i 2.5-10×42 and the ER i 3-12×50. These new riflescopes boast a lean and classic design making them simple and easy-to-use. They also feature Leica’s legendary optical performance and the addition of an illuminated red dot, available in three reticle configurations: 4a, Ballistic and IBS. Read more
Military veterans are suspects in Feinstein’s gun grab scheme. Details of her thinking are here…