New S&W M&P45 SHIELD Pistol


SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Smith & Wesson Corp. announced today that it is now offering its popular M&P Shield™ pistol in .45 AUTO. Smith & Wesson’s M&P45 Shield is a slim, concealable, lightweight, striker-fired polymer pistol. From its one-inch profile to its optimized 18-degree grip angle, the M&P45 Shield offers professional-grade features that provide consumers and professionals with reliable performance and simple operation in a concealed carry. 45 AUTO firearm. Whether deployed as a backup sidearm for law enforcement personnel, a deep concealment pistol for plain-clothes officers or a personal protection firearm for consumers, the M&P45 Shield can be carried comfortably and confidently, all day.Jan Mladek, General Manager of the M&P Brand, said, “Our new M&P45 Shield takes personal protection to the next level by offering all the M&P features our customers have come to trust, combined with .45 caliber power. Well over 1Million consumers and professionals have chosen to “Shield themselves” with the slim, concealable and powerful M&P Shield pistol. The new M&P Shield in .45 AUTO provides that extra level of confidence.”

Available for the first time in .45 AUTO, the M&P45 Shield features a slim design combined with the proven and trusted features found in the M&P Pistol Series. At 6.45 inches long, the M&P45 Shield is standard with a 3.3 inch stainless-steel barrel. On the left side of the frame, the pistol is fitted with familiar operational controls including a simple takedown lever, flat profile slide stop, and magazine release. For optimal firearm control, the M&P45 Shield is standard with an 18-degree grip angle, aggressive grip texture and front cocking serrations. The pistol is available with or without a thumb safety, and an extended trigger guard allows for operation with or without gloves. The striker –fired M&P Shield is highly regarded for its crisp trigger and quick and audible reset. Read more

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Ruger Introduces 10/22 Takedown Lite

Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is proud to introduce the Ruger® 10/22 Takedown® Lite. This newest introduction combines the popular attributes of the 10/22 Takedown line with a new, lighter weight barrel and the Ruger® Modular Stock System. This new barrel configuration consists of a cold hammer-forged alloy steel barrel mated with a 6061-T6 aluminum alloy sleeve. The barrel nut is torqued to precise factory specifications to optimize performance.

Taking a page from the Ruger 22/45 Lite®, the 10/22 Takedown Lite’s aluminum alloy barrel sleeve is ventilated, resulting in the lightest weight 10/22 target barrel yet from Ruger. The barrel and sleeve are torqued to an optimum setting to provide outstanding accuracy both at ambient temperatures and when heated by long strings of fire or by employing a sound suppressor. The aluminum sleeve is manufactured with an array of small diameter, circular ventilations that not only provide a striking look but also aid in heat dissipation during extended use.

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The State of North America’s Birds 2016 Report Released


Washington D.C. – Wednesday, the North American Bird Conservation Initiative (NABCI) published The State of North America’s Birds 2016, the first comprehensive report assessing the conservation status of all bird species that occur in Canada, the continental United States and Mexico. The report was released by NABCI partners at the Museum of Nature in Ottawa, Canada, on behalf of all three countries, with a simultaneous event at the Canadian Embassy in Washington, DC, in partnership with International Migratory Bird Day. NABCI was created by Canada, the United States and Mexico as a tri-national commitment to protect birds and their habitats.”This report will allow us to base conservation actions on the best available science on the status of birds and their habitats in North America,” said Environment and Climate Change Canada Minister Catherine McKenna. “It is an unprecedented continental analysis, drawing on the efforts of tens of thousands of citizen-scientists from Canada, the U.S., and Mexico.” Read more
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Trijicon Introduces 3.5×35 LED ACOG


Wixom, Mich. – Trijicon®, Inc., global provider of innovative aiming solutions for the hunting, shooting, military and law enforcement markets, has introduced the 3.5×35 LED Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight to its legendary ACOG® family of products. As a complement to the existing 4×32 LED ACOG, the 3.5×35 provides extended eye relief for increased weapons compatibility.The LED ACOG is the first to offer user-selectable brightness controls. Users can choose from six adjustable brightness levels with an “off” between each setting. Powered by a single AA battery, the LED ACOG can run for over 12,000 continuous hours. As is customary in the entire ACOG line, the new LED model is forged from rugged 7075-T6 aircraft aluminum, resulting in a nearly indestructible sighting system. With multiple bullet-drop compensating and ranging reticle options, users can select from chevron, horseshoe, and cross-hair reticles in .223, .308 and 300Blk.

Premium, fully multi-coated optics and parallax-free, 3.5 or 4-times magnification combined with precise, 1/2-inch click adjustments assure shot-after-shot accuracy even in adverse conditions. Shockproof and waterproof, the ACOG has long been a favorite optic for military and law enforcement professionals, as well as hunters. The addition of these LED illuminated models continues this tradition with new red and green reticles that provide a clear target picture and allow for rapid target acquisition and precise holdover. Read more

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2016 National Matches Small Arms Firing Schools


By Ashley Brugnone, CMP WriterCAMP PERRY, Ohio – If you have ever dreamed of firing a real M16 rifle or M9 pistol in a safe and relaxed environment, sign up now for the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s (CMP) Rifle and Pistol Small Arms Firing Schools (SAFS) – taking place in July during the 2016 National Rifle and Pistol Matches at historic Camp Perry.

The schools are designed for new shooters, so no past firearm experience or gun ownership is required to participate in SAFS. Students will learn basic instruction and firing practices, competition skills and live range firing. Intermediate shooters are also welcome to participate in this enjoyable and exciting opportunity.

“It’s a really good way to introduce new people into the sport,” said SFC Brandon Green, a member of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit and decorated competitor of the National Matches. “It’s great to get people out here to experience things they normally wouldn’t get to experience.” Read more

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BLACKHAWK! Announces New Suppressor Line


Overland Park, Kan. – – BLACKHAWK! is synonymous with industry-leading performance and quality. These traits are on full display as the company proudly launches a family of suppressors to deliver a quiet shooting experience for consumers.BLACKHAWK! suppressors include seven models ranging from .22 Rimfire up to .338 Lapua Magnum. BLACKHAWK! suppressors stand out with superior materials and decibel reduction. Read more
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SB Tactical Receives Favorable ATF Opinion


Saint Petersburg, Fla. – SB Tactical™, inventors and manufacturers of the Pistol Stabilizing Brace™, announced today that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATFE), has approved the design of the company’s new adjustable Pistol Stabilizing Brace. The ruling states the adjustable brace design is approved for PDW pistol platforms like the SIG MPX™ pistol. Installation of the brace would not change the classification of a pistol in accordance with GCA provisions. The growth of the PDW pistol category and the latest ATF letter approving the adjustable Pistol Stabilizing Brace design showcases the commitment of SB Tactical to innovate and serve the PDW Pistol Community.Upon receipt of the favorable ATF Opinion Letter, SB Tactical accelerated the development of two adjustable brace models, the MPX PSB™ and SBPDW™. The company is pleased to announce they will begin shipping these new adjustable brace models this summer. Read more
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Meprolight MESLAS


Snipers in the course of their job face many challenges, even more so, snipers in combat situations. Calculating distance to target and windage are critical for shot placement. Shooters know bullet weight and speed are components of these calculations. Meprolight has created a laser enhanced 10X40 computerized scope for snipers, the Meprolight MESLAS.The MESLAS has a number of features that assist the shooter— after target acquisition— with the ability to quickly lase distance from 80 to 2,500 hundred meters factoring in angle of shot. When tested by U.S. Army, Special Forces Green Beret sniper Sgt (ret.) Chance Gianelli, he said, “Six shots fired at different distance targets; five hits in 27 seconds. It was very impressive; you can’t shoot that fast…this is the way of the future.” MESLAS incorporates a single-pulse laser rangefinder, which displays the actual range and enables the shooter to stay “on glass” and use quick wind formula to make his own wind hold and shoot. Read more
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Streamlight Launches ProTac 1L-1AA


EAGLEVILLE, PA – Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced the lightweight, high lumen, ProTac 1L-1AA. The latest compact addition to the ProTac® series of tactical lights offers the added convenience of using either one CR123A or AA lithium battery, or an easy-to-source AA alkaline battery. Its size and “dual fuel” options make it the perfect Everyday Carry (EDC) light.The ProTac 1L-1AA uses a high power C4® LED to deliver up to 350 lumens, depending on the battery source selected. Offering high, low and strobe settings, it features a TEN-TAP® programmable switch that allows user selection of one of three different programs: high/strobe/low (factory default); high only; or low/high. Read more
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SIG SAUER Electro-Optics Introduces LIMA5 and LIMA7 Laser-Grip Module Sights


NEWINGTON, NH- SIG SAUER® Inc. and SIG SAUER Electro-Optics are pleased to introduce the LIMA5 and LIMA7 Laser Sights to their state-of-the-art line of optics and optics accessories. The LIMA5 and LIMA7 offer some of the most advanced laser sighting features available today.”We are really proud of this new LIMA5 Laser Grip Module for the SIG P320 and P250 full-size pistols,” said Andrew York, President Electro Optics Division SIG SAUER. “This takes the modular design of these pistols to a whole new level and really showcases the ability of SIG SAUER as a complete systems provider.”

The LIMA5 Laser Grip Module has been designed to fit perfectly on the SIG P320 and P250 pistol platforms and bring state-of-the-art laser targeting in a package that is virtually invisible to the operator. Built with the same material as the standard polymer frames and textured to match, the amazing LIMA5 seamlessly integrates both a red or direct green high-quality and high-efficiency laser module for extreme accuracy when it counts. It is powered by a Lithium 1/3n battery in the palm swell, routed with an advanced flex circuit through the trigger guard to an intuitive activation button on the leading edge of the grip, and has a laser targeting module incorporated into the dust cover area of the pistol. Read more

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