Category: Firearms

Walther Arms, Inc. to locate U.S. Operations in Fort Smith, Ark.

FORT SMITH, Arkansas (November 29, 2012) – Walther Arms, Inc. today announced its U.S. operations will locate at Chaffee Crossing in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Walther Arms will share a campus and business resources with Umarex USA who today announced it will expand its manufacturing operations to include components of both airguns and firearms. Combined, the companies plan to invest more than $7 million toward expanding the facility and operations over the next five years. The expanding facility will serve as corporate headquarters for both Walther and Umarex in North America. Read more

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Michigan: Time Running Out to Repeal State Handgun Registration and Permit System

The Michigan Legislature returned yesterday for the last few weeks of their 2012 legislative session with several pro-gun bills still pending consideration.  House Bill 5225 and its companion bills, legislation that   would eliminate the state handgun “permit-to-purchase” and registration requirements in Michigan, have been languishing in the state Senate for months, so your state Senator and the Senate leadership need to hear from gun owners across Michigan today!  Since the state House passed HB 5225 back in June, the Michigan Senate is the only remaining obstacle to getting this vital bill to the Governor. Read more

Firearms, Gun Control, Self Defense

OK to Bear Arms, but only Inside the Home: Appeals Court

New Yorkers, who wish to exercise their Second Amendment rights by carrying concealed pistols, are out of luck, based on an Appeals Court decision.  Requiring gun owners to obtain concealed-carry permits was in line with the state’s interest in protecting public safety and didn’t run afoul of the Second Amendment, the appeals court ruled.  But, obtaining them is near impossible. The Supreme Court may get this case, which should settle the issue of whether the Heller decision in 2008 only addresses the right to bear arms only applies to inside one’s home.  Crazy stuff is here…

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The Varmint X™ Factor: Winchester Gives Hunters New Ammunition for Coyotes and Varmints

EAST ALTON, Ill. (Nov. 27, 2012) – Coyote and varmint hunters all over North America are howling in approval of Varmint X™, the new line of predator and varmint ammunition from Winchester®. The super accurate Varmint X lineup will initially feature offerings in four of the most popular centerfire rifle calibers for predator hunting: .204 Ruger, .223 Rem, .22-250 Rem and .243 Win. The charcoal-colored, polymer-tipped bullets in each caliber are optimized for long-distance accuracy and explosive impact on coyotes, prairie dogs and other varmints. “Predator hunting is on the rise and

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Late-Season Chairblind Strategies

By Glen Wunderlich

As the firearms deer season progresses, deer are fewer. Careless deer have become freezer venison or have been educated. Remaining comfortable on stand becomes more problematic with colder weather upon us and it may be time for “Plan B”. 

Enter the one-person chairblind – a relative newcomer to the bevy of store-bought blinds.  These low-cost, hideout options have pros and cons and here’s a look at both. Read more

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Lew Horton Distributing Announces New SW1911 Pro Series Sub Compact .45

Lew Horton Distributing’s new Smith & Wesson Pro Series is now in stock and ready for delivery. It’s a GREAT looking .45, featuring a light weight scandium frame. The stainless steel slide is finished in black Melonite®. The flats on the slide are polished, producing a striking contrast. It is fitted with an oversized external extractor, a three holed curved trigger with over travel stop, and a full length guide rod. Special S&W grip panels and a special serial number run round out the package. Read more

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