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SUFFIELD, Connecticut – – Savage Arms is pleased to invite shooting enthusiasts to experience the legendary accuracy, power and reliability of the company’s firearms during the new Savage Trigger Tour. The series of free, open-to-the-public events will be hosted at ranges across the country to give shooters a chance to test-fire multiple Savage firearms.

“We’re proud to be teaming up with some of our great dealers to host these events,” said Savage Arms Senior Marketing Manager Beth Shimanski. “In addition to letting you try Savage’s best firearms, the events also offer great opportunities to meet like-minded hunters and shooters in your area. Plus, Savage Arms representatives will be on hand to answer firearms questions and help customers get the most out of their shooting experiences.”

The Savage Arms Trigger Tour runs from June through October with stops at ranges and retailers starting in Louisiana and Arkansas. Other planned locations Alabama, Florida and Mississippi, as well as South Dakota, Minnesota, Michigan, Ohio and Pennsylvania. Specific dates and locations are found at www.savagearms.com/events. Locations and dates may change or be added, so be sure to check back often. Read more

MEMPHIS, TN —— Radians®, a leading manufacturer of high performance safety gear for shooters, hunters, and outdoor enthusiasts, recently introduced the R-Series™ R3200ECS electronic earmuff.

Ideal for hearing range commands, this premium earmuff features digital electronics that amplify low level sounds while compressing noises that exceed safe levels. Compression takes place when sounds surpass 85 decibels – the level at which hearing loss begins. After a discharge, the earmuff quickly allows normal sounds to be heard at safe hearing levels.

The R3200ECS (MSRP $49.99) was engineered with several features to aid in both comfort and performance, including:

· Tapered, low profile ear cups, for more compatible use with shotguns and rifles

· Compact folding feature for easy portability and storage

· Two, independent microphones, right and left, to amplify low level sounds

· Electronic circuitry ensures impulse noises (muzzle discharge) above unsafe levels are not amplified. “Compression” technology means the user’s ability to hear surroundings is not interrupted, but is protected.

· Soft ear cushions and a premium adjustable headband allow for a comfortable, custom fit to deliver a noise reduction rating (NRR) of 23db.

· A 3.5mm jack and accessory cable (included) allow the user to easily connect a smart phone, radio or digital audio device for stereo playback

· An LED “on” indicator light helps to prevent unintentional battery discharge

· Operates with two AAA Alkaline batteries – not included. Read more

The new Lead Sled DFT 2 Shooting Rest provides shooters with an industry leading recoil reduction system. A key feature of the DFT 2 is its ability to slide the front cradle back and forth along the dual frame providing the versatility to fit virtually any shotgun or rifle. The new non-marring skeletonized front rest provides shooters with durability and industry leading stability. The dual frame design disperses a maximum amount of recoil energy to make rock solid shots and create positive shooting habits.

Features Include:
Up to 2.5″ of elevation adjustment with oversized wheel on smooth ball bearings
18″ of adjustment to fit rifles and shotguns of virtually any size
Dual frame technology accommodates rifles with extended magazines
Baffled tray keeps weight bags in place
Rubber-tipped feet offer no-skid support on any surface
Innovative recoil reducing rear pad Read more

SMYRNA, GA. – The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has denied GLOCK, Inc.’s protest of the Army’s award of the Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract to Sig Sauer.

The focus of GLOCK, Inc.’s protest was that the U.S. Army did not complete the testing outlined in its Request for Proposal (RFP) before awarding the MHS contract to Sig Sauer based only on limited initial testing. During this initial testing, there were no significant differences between the GLOCK and Sig pistols based upon the technical factors that were evaluated. In fact, Sig Sauer was awarded the MHS contract prematurely based upon price.

The remainder of the testing outlined in the RFP that was not conducted was intended to competitively evaluate the two proposals based upon more comprehensive and stringent testing. This testing would have measured the service life, safety, reliability, and accuracy of the pistols in use while being fired by the warfighters.

“By not completing the testing on both proposals on a competitive basis, the Army never determined which pistol would better meet the warfighter’s needs,” said GLOCK, Inc. Vice President Josh Dorsey. We are confident had the Army completed the testing, the GLOCK 19 would have outperformed the Sig P320, as it had in recent testing conducted by a leading federal law enforcement agency which resulted in GLOCK, Inc. being awarded that contract. GLOCK pistols have been battle proven by select units of the U.S. military forces for the past ten years. GLOCK, Inc. stands with the men and women serving in the Armed Forces and will continue to give them its full support. Read more

Both models feature a Graco Pro Fit adjustable comb and buttplate pad to customize fit. The new BT-99 Trap will be offered in 32” or 34” barrel lengths. VThe Micro version will be offered with 30” or 32” barrel lengths. VBoth have a suggested retail price of $1,799.99.

Additional features:

• Steel receiver with blued finish
• High-post ventilated, floating rib
• Extractor-only action
• Satin finish walnut stock
• Ventilated trap recoil pad
• Beavertail forearm
• Vector Pro Lengthened Forcing Cone
• One Invector-Plus™ choke tube
• Ivory front and mid-bead sights
• Micro models available qualify for the Browning Growth Insurance Program