Figuring The Wind with Ballistic Wind Kit

Of the many factors related to accurate shooting, wind is the trickiest, as wind can change frequently and can even be different between distances due to topography.

While velocity and bullet drop can be calculated fairly easily with the proper numbers, how wind affects bullet trajectory must be determined through years of experience, unless using the Wind Kit available with the Ballistic App Advanced and iPad Editions.

The Ballistic Wind Kit uses the JBM ballistic engine’s wind capabilities to allow shooters to account for nearly any possible wind situation. In fact, the wind kit allows users to quickly program the most complex wind scenarios. Read more

Hunting

First Spotting Scope with 3x Wide-Angle Zoom in Zeiss Victory Product Category

THORNWOOD, NY — With the ZEISS Harpia spotting scope, the world renowned German optics manufacturer is adding two new spotting scope models to its product portfolio for nature lovers. The ZEISS Harpia 22-65×85 and the ZEISS Harpia 23-70×95 are the first spotting scopes in this product category with a 3x wide-angle zoom. “Regardless of whether the observer is in the middle of the rainforest, on the plains or at the water’s edge, the large wide-angle field of view, (our ComfortVision Concept,) makes it easier for them to quickly get their bearings in unfamiliar surroundings,” explains Dr. Gerold Dobler, Product Specialist at ZEISS. Picking out and identifying birds with this spotting scope is easier and, most importantly, faster. “You will be impressed by the large field of view, whether you’re counting birds or making detailed observations over a large stretch of terrain,” says Dobler.

The large wide-angle zoom range – 22x to 65x magnification on the 85 model, and 23x to 70x magnification on the 95 model – ensures a clear image with excellent color fidelity, especially when viewing migrating or brooding birds. “The zoom changer behind the focus wheel will function reliably for years to come,” says Dobler. The specially crafted eyepiece features a slim design, ensuring optimum comfort over long viewing periods. Read more

Optics

Thyrm® Introduces the CLENS

Sunnyvale, CA — Lights perform best when their lenses are clean. CLENS provides an easy way to protect lenses during extended shooting sessions. Like goggle tear-offs for off-road racing, just remove the dirty CLENS to return a light to its optimal brightness.

CLENS is a heat-resistant, clear polymer circle. CLENS protects the lens from carbon and other debris that can build up from the use of lights during firearms training. Also, extended exposure to carbon can permanently damage/discolor unprotected lenses. No longer will shooters have to apply Vaseline before shooting, replace a lens, or risk abrasion with lens cleaners. CLENS can be removed to instantly provide a clear lens for maximum brightness. Read more

Optics

Savage Introduces the 10/110 Stealth Evolution in Six Popular Calibers and Left-Hand Models

WESTFIELD, MA – Savage is pleased to introduce the 10/110 Stealth Evolution chassis rifle chambered in six popular long-range calibers, including the all-new 6mm Creedmoor. The rifle boasts exceptional accuracy and performance, and it is available in both right-hand and left-hand models. Shipments are currently being delivered to dealers.

The 10/110 Stealth Evolution blends pinpoint precision and torture-tested toughness to beat the most challenging targets and conditions. It pairs a heavy fluted barrel with a monolithic aluminum chassis finished in rugged bronze Cerakote. The incredibly hard polymer-ceramic coating greatly enhances resistance to abrasion, corrosion and impact.

Its factory-blueprinted 10/110 action, matched with Savage’s zero-tolerance headspacing, user-adjustable AccuTrigger and 5R button rifling, produces sub-MOA accuracy at extreme range, right out of the box.

Features & Benefits
• Factory blueprinted Savage 10/110 action
• Monolithic aluminum chassis, machined from billet
• Full-length top-rail
• Bronze Cerakote finish
• Magpul PRS Gen3 adjustable buttstock
• User-adjustable AccuTrigger
• Heavy fluted barrel with muzzle brake
• Detachable box magazine
• 5R rifling Read more

Firearms

The Sabatti Rover Tactical US – Italian Precision Meets Long Range Accuracy and Performance

Imported exclusively by the Italian Firearms Group (IFG), Sabatti’s new Rover Tactical US is a top choice for competition, precision and serious long-range shooters. For the last 400 years, Sabatti has produced shotguns and rifles for the most discerning hunters and target shooters worldwide.

Now, IFG brings the Rover Tactical US to the American market for the first time. Built with precise attention to detail using the highest quality materials and latest innovations, the Rover Tactical US provides remarkable precision and accuracy at a reasonable price.

The Rover Tactical US is built around their proven and extremely stable two-lug bolt system, featuring a tactical handle with a removable knob. A match-grade trigger is standard on the Rover Tactical. The 26-inch, heavy-contour barrel is cold hammer forged, and has a threaded muzzle (5/8×24) for a suppressor or muzzle brake. Thread protector included. Read more

Firearms

Century Arms AK63SDS Rifle Package Facebook Giveaway

Delray Beach, Fla. – – Century Arms, North America’s premier AK manufacturer, has announced that they have teamed up with industry partners to offer a new rifle package to giveaway to one lucky Facebook fan. The AK63DS rifle package Facebook giveaway will run from October 1st -31st, 2017. To enter for a chance to win the package, valued at over $1,700, contestants only need to enter their email address and follow Century Arms on Facebook.

The AK63DS rifle is built here in the U.S.A. from Hungarian surplus parts including under-folding stock, sights, gas block, forearms, pistol grip, bolt and bolt carrier. The rifle features original premium wood furniture, stamped receiver, chrome moly 4140 barrel, RAK-1 Enhanced Trigger Group, and a slant cut muzzle brake. Sleek and compact while folded, the AK63DS is a great option for an ultimate truck gun or easy stowaway gun.

Century Arms is pleased to give the randomly-selected winner the following:

– Century Arms AK63DS Rifle, Cal. 7.62x39mm

– Four spare 30-round AK47 magazines

– 500 rounds of Red Army Standard 7.62x39mm 124 Grain FMJBT ammunition

– Red Army Standard Elite AK Cleaning System

– UM Tactical R.A.G.E TCS AK Muzzle Brake

– Midwest Industries AK Railed Gas Tube

– Primary Arms Micro Dot Optic

– Beachin’ Tactical 2-point Speed Sling

– Armageddon Gear Perfect Carbine Case

Starting October 1st, contestants can enter the sweepstakes for free to win the AK63DS Rifle Package simply by following the Century Arms official Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/centuryarms) and submitting an email address to the giveaway registration page that can be found at (http://woobox.com/v3mjn8). Once registered, entrants can receive 5 bonus entries per referral for sharing their link with Facebook friends. Read more

Firearms

S&W M&P M2.0 Compact Series


M&P M2.0 Pistol Platform Expanded to Include Popular Compact Pistol
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Smith & Wesson Corp. today announced the addition of its new M&P M2.0 Compact pistol series to the recently released M&P M2.0 pistol family. Available in 9mm and .40 S&W, the M&P M2.0 Compact pistol series builds upon the popularity of the new M&P M2.0 platform in a versatile, carry-size configuration. The M&P M2.0 Compact pistol is purpose-built for both personal and professional use.James Debney, President and CEO of American Outdoor Brands Corporation, said, “When we introduced the M&P M2.0 pistol family back in January, we announced our plans to expand the next-generation M2.0 product platform beyond the full-size design. Our M&P M2.0 pistols represent a growing family of products, developed through feedback from our professional and civilian customers to deliver the performance and features they desire. Offered in both 9mm and .40 S&W, the M&P M2.0 Compact pistol series features a 15 or 13 round capacity depending on caliber, and a 4-inch barrel, blending a feature set that offers both shootability and concealment. The M&P M2.0 Compact pistol series bridges the gap for those who want a single firearm for professional use, personal protection, carry, or practice at the range. We believe the new M&P M2.0 Compact series will be sought after by consumers whose purchase option in this category has, until now, been limited primarily to the Glock 19 or 23.” Read more
Firearms

Understanding the Flight of the Arrow

By Glen Wunderlich

Archery deer season is upon us Michiganders.  While myriad preparations abound with stands and gear, it’s also a good time to understand the flight of arrows, or bolts (for those with crossbows).  With that mentioned, the focus will be on certain principles that can be applied effectively to vertical bows or crossbows and the term arrow will be used for simplification.

Computer aids such as ballistic calculators and trajectory charts are a good place to begin.  However, there is only one certain way to learn the characteristics of your bow and that’s to shoot it – even if it performed flawlessly in the past.  Slight changes in string wear and other mechanical aspects of a bow are in a state of constant change, albeit minimal at times.  Add to that any significant changes in arrows, broadheads, dampeners, etc. and your arrows may very well strike targets differently.  It’s your duty to find out through testing.

Knowing your range is critical.  Rangefinders have become quite affordable over the years and can spell the difference between success and failure.  They can be used to set up targets, as well as to identify and range markers such as stumps, rocks or even a decoy at your hunting site.  Then, as a deer enters the area, its distance from you will be known without fumbling for anything.

Multi-reticle crossbow scopes must be tested.  There simply is no way to trust that the distance indicators on a given scope will correspond to your arrow’s trajectory without doing some shooting.  Start at a relatively close range of 20 yards and get the shots close to center.  Then, walk the target out to your farthest range you will shoot ethically – say 40 yards.  Dial in the arrow at that range and then check it at 30 and 20 yards without changing the scope’s settings.  Chances are that the arrows will strike in a conservative 6-inch kill zone.  If not, take note.

Personally, my Horton

Horton Vision Crossbow

crossbow launches arrows at a speed of 293 feet-per-second (fps) and then, of course, slows down progressively.  Considering the speed of sound at 1120 fps, a deer will hear the sound of the string before the arrow reaches it.  The longer the shot, the more time the deer will have to react to the sound.

It’s understood that not all deer will react to the sound of the string snapping, but some will; the term is “jumping the string.”  For this reason, I have set a maximum range of 30 yards to minimize the chance of a deer being startled and thus moving.  Even though my bow is relatively “quiet” it makes enough noise to surprise a deer in still air at prime time.  No manner of practice will help.

If you will hunt from a blind or treestand, take a friend along for a practice session to retrieve arrows for you.  It won’t prepare you for an adrenaline rush, but your confidence level will improve, because you’ll understand the flight of your arrow.

Finally, practice by keeping all shots within a 6-inch circle.  This conservative target provides some margin for error, but it is still the hunter’s responsibility to know and shoot within his personal limitations.

Archery

HSUS Spearheads Arizona Ballot Issue to Ban Mountain Lion Hunting

In November 2018, the world’s wealthiest animal-rights organization intends to ask Arizona voters to ban mountain lion, bobcat and other big-cat hunting. Operating under the name ‘Arizonans for Wildlife,’ the campaign is really being spearheaded by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). The group filed language on September 25 with the Arizona Secretary of State’s office to allow the signature-gathering process to begin in an effort to qualify the issue for the 2018 ballot. If the language is approved, the HSUS-led group would have to gather 150,642 valid voter signatures by July 5, 2018 to qualify for the election on November 6, 2018.

The language filed by the anti-hunting group would remove mountain lions and bobcats from the state’s list of huntable species. Under the proposed language, mountain lions and bobcats, along with jaguars, ocelots and lynx, would be called “wild cats,” and be prohibited from hunting or trapping. Read more

Animal Rights, Hunting
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