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Bentonville, AR (January 23, 2019) – Break-Barrel airguns have been on the market for decades with little to no innovation. Since their introduction, many shooters have complained about the tedious task of loading one pellet at a time to shoot. Hatsan’s new SpeedFire and the EZ-Load Action System eliminates those frustrations. The new SpeedFire Break-Barrel Rifle is a powerful and lightweight, magazine fed, multi-shot repeater. Read more
ACCOKEEK, Md. (January 24, 2019) – The latest iterations of the M3000 and M3020 retain the reliability and durability hunters have come to depend upon with M3000 shotguns, but with a new look featuring a satin walnut buttstock and forend paired with a Cerekote Burnt Bronze receiver and barrel.
M3000 and M3020 models feature the Inertia Driven System. With fewer moving parts, the Inertia Drive System is the fastest, simplest, cleanest, strongest and most reliable operating system in the world. The Inertia Driven action is contained primarily within the receiver, providing a better, more centered balance and swing. The receiver also stays cleaner longer.
Chambered in 12 gauge and handling a full range of loads, from 2-3/4 up to the potent 3-inch magnum without adjustment, the M3000 can take down turkey, waterfowl and upland game birds. A ventilated, stepped rib and red-bar front sight sit atop the 28-inch barrel for quick target acquisition. The receiver has also been drilled and tapped for mounting Weaver-style optic bases. Three chokes (IC, M, XFT), choke wrench and a shim kit for drop and cast adjustment come standard with the M3000. Read more
ACCOKEEK, Md. (January 24, 2019) – Stoeger has redesigned its line of airguns for 2019 and the flagship rifle is the fast-shooting, hard-hitting, yet quiet S4000-E. Whether backyard plinking or hunting small game, the features and adaptability of the S4000-E offer superior shooting performance at an economic price.
Available in .177 and .22 calibers, the S4000-E airgun features a powerful break-action Gas Ram piston to launch alloy pellets up to 1,200 fps (1,000 fps for lead) for the .177 caliber and up to 1,000 fps (800 fps with lead) for the .22 caliber. A two-stage adjustable trigger and automatic ambidextrous safety make these airguns suitable for all shooters. A fiber optic rear sight is fully adjustable for elevation and windage, while interchangeable red and orange fiber optic front sight inserts keep shooters on target. Read more
ACCOKEEK, Md. (January 24, 2019) – Benelli takes the best features of the Standard Ultralight and Montefeltro Silver shotguns and combined them to create the light, quick-handling Montefeltro Silver Featherweight. Art and function merge in this masterpiece shotgun made for discerning hunters.
Available in 12 and 20 gauge models, the Montefeltro Silver Featherweight gives all the functional advantages of a semi-auto in a shotgun that’s easy to carry all day. Slim and balanced, this gun features a distinctive single-piece, nickel-plated alloy receiver with scroll engravings and gold embellishments. The receiver beautifully complements the walnut satin finish stock and forend, both treated with WeatherCoat for additional durability. The 26-inch (12 gauge) and 24-inch (20 gauge) blued barrels are tipped with a red-bar front sight. Read more
With a focus on continuing its dominance in the cellular trail camera segment, SPYPOINT is introducing something increasingly rare, a genuinely revolutionary product.
The new LINK-MICRO from SPYPOINT builds on the already class-leading technology, by delivering all the features and functionality hunters expect in the smallest cellular trail camera available in the market. Don’t let it’s size fool you, (4.4”W x 3.1”H x 2.2”D) the LINK_MICRO still delivers 4G photo transmission (where available), a 0.5 trigger speed, and 80’ flash range courtesy of low-glow LEDs. MSRP – $169.99
As with all SPYPOINT cameras, however, the camera is only the beginning. The true genius is in the SPYPOINT EXPERIENCE. The SPYPOINT LINK APP drives that experience, allowing you manage settings and view photos remotely, wherever your phone has service. As easy as that is, it gets better. The exclusive BUCK TRACKER feature sorts your photos using advanced photo analysis technology. Skip the photos of raccoons and focus on pictures of the bucks you are watching. The easiest activation in cellular trail cams has only three steps, download the free SPYPOINT APP, connect your camera, start receiving photos courtesy of the pre-activated SIM card. Every camera delivers unlimited photos during the first month after activation. Thereafter, choose from three easy to understand plans on a month-to-month or annual basis. You can also take advantage of the industry’s only FREE DATA PLAN, that will send 100 photos every month for as long as the camera is operational, at absolutely no additional charge to you. No visiting a cell phone store. No loading up your personal data plan. SPYPOINT negotiates the data plan for you, so you can worry about finding big bucks, not spending them.
The LINK-MICRO from SPYPOINT will be available April 1, 2019. Read more
ICAST 2018 Best of Show rods packaged with premium gear to create the ultimate kayak kit
Park Falls, WI – It was BIG news at this past 2018 ICAST: St. Croix exploded on the scene, catering specifically to the growing army of kayak anglers across the globe with the launch of Mojo Yak, six specifically designed and crafted spinning rods and casting rods.
Fitted with a custom Winn, split-grip handle, St. Croix’s new Mojo Yak series feature premium, high-modulus SCIII graphite blanks with Integrated Poly Curve® mandrel technology. The result is the perfect combination of sensitivity and power—exactly what kayak anglers require.
New for 2019, the features of Mojo Yak are many:
The new-for-2019 ASI Series from Dickinson Arms gives hunters and sport shooters alike just what they want — a reasonably priced, reliable and versatile semi-automatic 12-Gauge that looks and performs great on the range or in the field.
The ASI is constructed with Dickinson’s proven Inertia-based mechanism, using the fewest possible moving parts for enhanced strength and reliable cycling when it matters most. This system’s rotating, locking head shoots all loads from 28 gr. (1 oz.) field loads up to 50 gr. (1-3/4 oz.) magnum loads (including steel) without adjustment. The recoil spring is housed in the fore-end stock, increasing the strength of the stock while providing a more elegant grip design. Its light weight and excellent balance make this a gun you can carry and shoot all day long.
The Dickinson ASI Series has a capacity of 4+1, and is offered in 26”, 28” and 30” barrel lengths with a variety of stocks. It is available with a beautiful Turkish walnut stock and fore-end, as well as versions with rugged synthetic stocks and fore-ends in satin black or camouflage color options. All models boast a robust rubber recoil pad for more comfortable shooting. Depending on configuration, the 12-Gauge ASI weighs in at between 6.2 and 6.8 lbs. Read more
ACCOKEEK, Md. (January 22, 2019) – Building upon its legacy of manufacturing quality firearms at an affordable price, Stoeger introduces the all-new STR-9 striker-fired, semi-automatic pistol. Chambered in 9mm with a 15+1 capacity, the STR-9 blends form and function to create an all-around solution for everyday carry, home protection or fun at the range.
The STR-9 features a corrosion-resistant black nitride finish, available interchangeable backstrap grips for a custom fit and 4.17-inch barrel for easy concealment and quick deployment. With an overall length of 7.44 inches and weighing 1.5 pounds, the STR-9 is designed for personal protection without breaking the bank.
Rugged and reliable, the STR-9’s grip angle is engineered to match the drift-adjustable, three-dot sights for true target alignment and combines with a low-bore axis for reduced muzzle rise to quickly reacquire targets for follow-up shots. Aggressive front and back slide serrations provide a firm grasp with or without gloves. A smooth-pulling, crisp trigger houses an internal safety for extra security. Read more
Las Vegas, NV / January 22, 2019 — Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced new integrated communication capabilities between its Foretrex 701 Ballistic Edition wrist-mounted GPS navigator and SIG SAUER’s Ballistic Data Xchange (BDX) Laser Rangefinders, including the KILO 2400BDX and KILO . This integration allows for increased ballistic information from the Applied Ballistic Elite® solver, native in the Foretrex 701, totransfer to BDX rangefinders. Additionally, range information will now transfer from BDX rangefinders to the Foretrex 701.
“In competitive long range and extreme long range shooting, technical advancements like the Foretrex 701-BDX communication integration has a compounding advantage for shooting enthusiasts,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global consumer sales. “As competitive long range and extreme long range shooting become increasingly popular throughout the United States, we are proud to work with companies like SIG SAUER to deliver shooting enthusiasts one of the most precise and accurate ballistic solutions.” Read more
GREELEY, Colo. – Burris expands its top-of-the-line and award-winning line of Veracity hunting riflescopes with the introduction of the new 2x-10x-42mm and 3x15x-50mm RFP models bringing the familiarity and affordability of rear focal plane optics to the Veracity lineup.
Designed for versatility the 2x10x-42mm offers low magnification for getting on target quickly while still retaining 10x magnification for reaching out further if needed. Those requiring a bit more range can choose the 3x15x-50mm. Both models feature a rear focal plane Ballistic Plex E2 reticle calibrated for traditional or magnum and varmint loads.
An Interchangeable MAD adjustment knob system can be custom ordered to suit any bullet trajectory allowing shooters to quickly dial in exact yardage. Shooters also have the option of operating turrets in an uncapped tactical style. Read more