RMEF: Colorado Wolf Ballot Initiative Preys on Elk, Hunting, Taxpayers

LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Colorado’s economy, elk population, conservation funding, hunting industry and resident taxpayer dollars are in the crosshairs. An environmental extremist-driven ballot initiative aims to force an introduction of wolves onto the Colorado landscape even though Colorado Parks and Wildlife confirmed a natural migrating, active pack in the northwest part of the state.

“Ballot box biology is reckless. In this particular case, it totally undermines the authority of Colorado’s wildlife professionals who have said time and time again over several decades that a forced wolf introduction is a bad idea,” said Kyle Weaver, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation president and CEO. “As an organization, RMEF pledges to do all in our power to educate voters about the significant, real-life, detrimental impacts of such an effort.” Read more

Wildlife

Bushnell Expands Engage Optics

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas – – Bushnell, an industry leader in performance optics, has expanded its popular line of Engage products with three new models for 2020. Engineered with modern features hunters and shooters demand, the new Engage models consist of a new riflescope with illuminated reticle, a new 20-60x80mm spotter with metal chassis and a new 10x42mm binocular. Read more

Optics

SIG AIR Reflex Sight

NEWINGTON, N.H. – SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to introduce the new SIG AIR Reflex Sight for fast and accurate target acquisition.

Designed to fit the SIG AIR M17 pellet pistol and ProForce M17 airsoft pistol, this low profile 1x23mm reflex sight features a wide field of view and 3 MOA red dot. The manual brightness control, located on the front of the sight, has six illumination intensity settings making it easy to see the red dot in all lighting conditions. The sight features easy to use windage and elevation adjustments, and the lightweight aluminum housing and shock-proof design ensure durability. Read more

Optics

Trijicon Unveils the MRO HD

Wixom, MI – Trijicon’s MRO (Miniature Rifle Optic) has set the standard for red dot rifle optics by providing dependable repeatability, rugged construction, and unparalleled clarity and field of view. With no tunnel effect or restricted view, the MRO has quickly become the favorite amongst professionals and enthusiasts alike.

New for 2020, the MRO HD takes performance to the next level with a re-engineered objective lens that produces a refined 2.0 MOA center dot surrounded by a 68 MOA segmented circle reticle for improved accuracy. Optimized for use with the optional MRO HD 3x magnifier accessory, the MRO HD features a truly ambidextrous reticle and brightness control that allows the user to choose between a full reticle or center dot only, while maintaining constant fire control. Read more

Optics

Burris RT Rifle Scopes

GREELEY, Colo. – Join in on the popular growing sport of precision rifle shooting with the new Burris® RT-15 and RT-25 rifle scopes. Designed for fun at the range or high-stakes competition, these scopes are perfect for those looking for a way to get into the action with a precision optic that won’t break the bank. Shooters from airgunners to long-range rifle enthusiasts will enjoy the featured front focal plane SCR 2 MIL dot reticle included on both models.

Shooters can dial in exact holdover and windage using the precise 1/10 mil and zero click stop turrets while side parallax adjustment allows fine tuning focus to get the most out of the front focal plane special-competition SCR™ 2 Mil reticles. The 5-25×56 RT25 is capable of 80 MOA total elevation travel capability and the 3-15×50 RT15 produces 65 MOA total elevation travel. Read more

Optics

EOTECH Adds 1-8x24mm SFP to Vudu Line of Precision Optics

EOTECH, a division of L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX), has added the versatile 1–8x24mm Second Focal Plane (SFP) configuration to its award-winning lineup of rugged precision Vudu riflescopes.

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EOTECH Adds 1–8x24mm SFP to Vudu Line of Precision Optics

Highlights:

  • Represents second low-power variable optic offering in Vudu line
  • Affordable, feature-packed option for competition and tactical shooters
  • On display at 2020 SHOT Show

MELBOURNE, FL — EOTECH, a division of L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX), has added the versatile 1–8x24mm Second Focal Plane (SFP) configuration to its award-winning lineup of rugged precision Vudu riflescopes.

“With the introduction of Vudu riflescopes in 2017, the precision shooting community was quick to recognize the high level of engineering, premium components, and exceptional build quality that go into every scope in the line,” said Jeff Stawiarski, Vice President Sales & Marketing at EOTECH. “We’re thrilled to bring passionate precision shooters yet another rugged, feature-packed offering.”

The 1–8x24mm SFP will find favor with competition shooters and tactical shooters alike, and joins a Vudu lineup that includes five existing configurations: 1–6x24mm FFP; 2.5–10x44mm FFP; 3.5–18x50mm FFP and SFP; 8–32x50mm SFP; and the compact, 11.2-inch 5–25x50mm FFP. Read more

Optics

Hatsan Announces 600 FPS Arrow Rifle: The Harpoon

Bentonville, AR – Hatsan is breaking into the world of pneumatic arrow guns with its latest pre-charged pneumatic, the Harpoon. Made specifically for use with commercial crossbow bolts, the Harpoon can send a 20″ arrow downrange at 600 FPS and produce an astounding 325 ft-lbs of energy. A 2219 size aluminum or carbon fiber arrow with a 0.30″ inner diameter can be slid over the hollow guide rod that that serves as the gun’s barrel. The increased energy and velocity give hunters the ability to take larger game from longer distances than ever before. Each 250 BAR (3625 PSI) fill of the onboard 500cc air tank provides 10 high-powered shots. Read more

Archery, Firearms

Hatsan Introduces Multi-CaliberPCP Rifle: The Hydra

Bentonville, AR – Yet another innovation from the Hatsan factory is their new Hydra QE. It features their patented Versi-Cal Technology interchangeable caliber system that allows one to trade calibers with a single thumb screw. The VCT system couples a caliber-specific receiver and barrel into a single interchangeable module that allows a scope to remain mounted and zeroed with each caliber used. A knurled screw located at the rear of the receiver locks the upper module onto the lower receiver, allowing caliber changes in just a few seconds. The Hydra QE utilizes Hatsan’s S/Roto-Index magazine system – a caliber specific self-indexing rotary magazine made from a lightweight-yet-durable synthetic polymer. Each module features Hatsan’s QuietEnergy shrouded barrel that reduces downrange noise by up to 50%. Read more

Firearms

Butler Creek Featherlight Multi-Purpose Sling

New Sling Designed to be Lightest Model Ever Produced by Butler Creek

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas –– Butler Creek, maker of smart, field-proven hunting and shooting accessories, is excited to announce the lightest rifle sling ever produced by the company with the introduction of the Butler Creek Featherlight sling. Designed to be 45% lighter than any other model offered by the company, the new Featherlight sling features an industry first design with the use of a close cell foam inner material. Read more

Firearms

2019 Michigan elk hunting season recap

Another exhilarating year of elk hunting has ended, and the 2019 season statistics are in. Success rates continue to be high for Michigan elk hunters.

Elk hunt period 1

Hunt period 1, which targets elk outside of their traditional range, was 12 days long, running Aug. 27-30, Sept. 13-16 and Sept. 27-30. The first four days of the hunt, temperatures were slightly cooler than normal with good weather, leading to early success. During the first hunt period, 96 state hunters harvested 71 elk (29 bulls, 40 cows and two calves). Additionally, all three Pure Michigan Hunt winners were successful during this elk hunt period. Read more

Hunting
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