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ACCOKEEK, Md. – Shooters asked, Uberti USA responded. The new El Patrón Grizzly Paw revolvers bring a better-fitting version of a tried-and-true revolver to shooters with larger hands. Perfect for single-action competitors and Old West enthusiasts, the new El Patrón Grizzly Paw models bring modern reliability to the iconic 1873 Army design known as the “Peacemaker.”

The El Patrón Grizzly Paw delivers a custom-grade revolver to shooters equipped with the same trusted features as the original El Patrón enhanced by a larger set of checkered walnut grips. Available in the two most popular calibers (.357 Magnum and .45 Colt), each available with either a 4.75- or 5.5-inch barrel, all configurations of the new El Patrón Grizzly Paw feature a rich, case-hardened frame, numbered cylinders and EasyView sights. Read more

ACCOKEEK, Md. – Stoeger Airguns introduces a pair of airguns that deliver performance and value for shooters of all levels. Whether they use airguns as an affordable option for keeping their shooting skills sharp or whether they enjoy the challenge and excitement of hunting small game, these airguns are long on features for an enjoyable day on the range or in the field.

The new Stoeger Airguns F40 rifle is a fixed-barrel rifle with underlever cocking, available as a rifle only or as part of a rifle/optics combo. Airgun shooters know that underlever airguns offer many advantages over break-barrel airguns, including mechanical consistency of shots. With perfect rigidity between barrel and receiver, the design enhances the rifle’s accuracy. Plus, there is considerably less wear to the airgun’s most important areas – where the barrel meets the receiver and at the hinge pin. And with the extra weight of the cocking lever ideally located beneath the barrel, the rifle is steadier and inherently more accurate.

Available in both .177 and .22 caliber configurations, the new Stoeger Airguns F40 rifle features a powerful spring piston, a two-stage adjustable trigger, an automatic, ambidextrous safety and a hardwood stock. The rifle produces up to 1,200 fps velocities with the .177 caliber (up to 1,000 fps with lead) and up to 1,000 fps with the .22 caliber version (up to 800 fps with lead). MSRP for the rifle only is $199 for both calibers. The rifle/optics combo package includes a 3-9×40 riflescope and has an MSRP of $229. Read more

ACCOKEEK, MD – Franchi addressed the specific sizing and configuration needs of female shotgun shooters with its introduction of the Catalyst line of shotguns. More than just the same shotgun with a shorter barrel and a youth-dimension stock, the Franchi Catalyst shotguns address the specific cast, length-of-pull, drop and comb requirements to suit the needs of female hunters and sport shooters.

Following the successful introduction of the Affinity Catalyst and Instinct Catalyst shotguns, Franchi is expanding this line of shotguns designed specifically for women with the addition of the 20-gauge Affinity semi-auto shotgun. The addition of the 20-gauge model allows female shooters the option of a field gun with less felt recoil and even more nimble handling. Read more

(Midwest City, OK) Luxury Firearms, America’s premier distributor for FK BRNO, is proud to introduce the FK BRNO 7.5 Field Pistol to firearm enthusiasts for the first time this year at SHOT Show. Luxury Firearms was established (under parent company, International Firearm Corporation) with the sole purpose of importing and distributing this magnificent Czech made firearm to the United States. The wait is finally over, and this January in Las Vegas, Luxury Firearms will give American shooters their first look at the world’s most powerful handgun.

Since its unveiling at IWA in 2015, the FK BRNO 7.5 Field Pistol has quickly become one of the most talked about and highly anticipated firearms among shooters and gun owners worldwide. According to data from the US Armed Forces, handguns have always been limited to engagement inside of 25 meters. Now imagine a pistol that can deliver a terminal effect up to 150 meters while delivering a  4” group consistently at 100 meters. A handgun with the recoil of a 40, the size of a 45, high capacity of a 9mm and the ballistics similar to a 30 cal carbine. No longer does a pistol have to be a secondary weapon.  Someone carrying an FK Field Pistol now has a primary weapon capable of doing what was once only available in a rifle configuration. Read more

ACCOKEEK, Md. – It is perhaps the most iconic rifle from the era, one widely deployed across the Old West and later glorified in American cinema. The Winchester 1873 was the result of decades of improvement and experimentation; it was light and reliable, perfectly balanced and proportioned.

Available in limited quantities for 2018 only, Uberti USA is bringing this iconic firearm of the Old West to shooters and collectors with enhancements that take this otherwise-basic platform to new heights of beauty and function.

Chambered in .45 Colt with a 20-inch octagonal barrel, the 1873 Limited Short Rifle Deluxe features a rich case-hardened steel frame and lever and an A-Grade walnut stock and forend. The rifle has a 10+1 capacity while weighing a lithe 8.2 pounds.

The rifle is fully engraved using an original pattern from the 19th century featuring game and scroll patterns. The engraving is hand-chased by the renowned Atelier Giovanelli, making each piece wholly unique and highly prized by collectors. Read more

ACCOKEEK, MD – For many, the 16 gauge represents an ideal middle ground for all-around wingshooting. While it doesn’t possess all the power of comparable 12-gauge loads, it more than makes up for any such deficiencies by handling more like a 20 gauge. It’s this dynamic combination that makes the 16 gauge a popular choice for savvy upland hunters and many others.

The Franchi Instinct SL is a line of light, nimble and ultra-reliable over-and-under shotguns that now includes a 16-gauge option to go along with the previously released 12- and 20-gauge configurations. Read more

ACCOKEEK, Md. – Hunters may equate the Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 with waterfowl hunting, but it’s bevy of features and easy-handling characteristics make it just as valuable in the pursuit of upland and small game, as well as in the deer woods.

To bring the proven performance and innovation to these hunters, Benelli has expanded the SBE3 with the addition of a wood version and a rifled slug configuration.

Featuring a satin walnut stock, the wood version of the SBE3 features the Progressive Comfort recoil-reduction system – the same system that buffers recoil in the ETHOS line as well as the R1 Pro. Different from the ComfortTech 3 system used in SBE3s with synthetic stocks, the Progressive Comfort system uses a system of three different layers interlocking fingers housed in the stock. The number of layers that engage are determined by the force of the shotgun’s recoil, which varies with the size of different loads. Developed specifically for use in Benelli models featuring wood stocks, the Progressive Comfort system also incorporates a CombTech pad to help reduce felt recoil on the face. Read more