Firearms Trade Association, Manufacturers’ Institute Seek Injunction to Stop Unworkable Microstamping Law

This from www.Outdoorwire.com

NEWTOWN, Conn. – The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) and the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI) have filed a motion for a preliminary injunction on behalf of their members against the State of California in Fresno Superior Court to prevent enforcement of the state’s microstamping law. The state statute enacted in 2007, but not made effective until May 2013, requires that all semiautomatic handguns sold in the state not already on the California approved handgun roster incorporate unproven and unreliable microstamping technology.
(Read the injunction here: http://nssf.org/share/PDF/032814_NSSF-SAAMI-v-Cali.pdf). Read more

Ammunition, Firearms, Gun Control, Self Defense

Diamondback Firearms Announces Their New DB FS Nine Pistol

Miami, Florida – Diamondback FirearmsTM, a Florida based firearms manufacturer of quality pistols and rifles, introduces their new full-size, polymer DB FS Nine handgun.
This new 9mm pistol is a double-action, striker-fire designed platform that incorporates an ergonomically driven polymer double stack frame with a stainless steel slide.  With extensive research on the form and function of the tactile-enhanced grip, the operator will find the design enhances control, while providing consistent hand placement. The flared magwell aids in fast and reliable reloads while the extended magazine base pad provides a secure grip during loading, handling and shooting the DB FS Nine. Read more

Firearms, Self Defense

FBI Arrests Anti-Gun California Senator on Firearm Trafficking Charges

Being good Americans, we take the position that anyone who is arrested and charged with multiple crimes is innocent until proven guilty. That’s more than California state senator Leland Yee (D) has done for gun owners in the past. In August 2012, Yee said “no one will convince me it’s anything other than a joke to say that having multiple clips and semi-automatic weapons that can shoot 100 or more bullets at a time is necessary in this state or in this country, it’s ridiculous.”

Now, Yee has other things with which to concern himself, and none is a joking matter.

The San Jose Mercury-News reports that “Yee now is accused of consorting with notorious felons, accepting money for his cash-strapped political campaigns in exchange for favors and promising undercover FBI agents he could deliver connections to international gun runners.” Additionally, he “is depicted in a startling, 137-page FBI affidavit of repeatedly offering to broker illegal firearms sales in exchange for campaign contributions,” and he is “linked to a host of wrongdoing to pad his political war chest, charged with seven felonies in a case with two dozen defendants accused of everything from money laundering to murder-for-hire.”  Read more

Ammunition, Firearms, Gun Control, Hunting, Self Defense

Short-barrel rifle and shotgun bill becomes law

This from MCRGO

Senate Bill 610 has just been signed into law by Governor Snyder. The Prohibition era ban on short barrel rifles and short barrel shotguns in Michigan is over.

Here are the basics of obtaining federal approval for a SBR/SBS. We will have detailed information including a discussion of NFA Trusts in the Spring 2014 issue of MCRGO “On Target” magazine coming up in April.

The new SBS/SBR rules are as follows:

SBS/SBR weapons that meet the Michigan definition of a pistol are eligible for carry pursuant to a Michigan CPL. Read more

Firearms, Gun Control, Self Defense

Nebraska Governor Stands Up For Sportsmen, Veto’s Hunting Ban

Today, Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman vetoed a bill that would have banned Mountain lion hunting in Nebraska. The measure, LB 671, sought to remove the authority of the state’s wildlife management professionals in favor of legislative ban on mountain lion hunting.

In his veto message, Governor Heineman stated “Nebraskans expect responsible wildlife management. LB 671 eliminates an important tool used to accomplish it. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission should retain the ability to determine those management actions which are necessary to protect both the health and safety of our citizens and the wildlife in our state. Removing the agency’s authority to manage mountain lions through hunting at this time is poor public policy.” Read more

Animal Rights, Hunting, Wildlife

DNR says fish kills may be common following this winter’s extreme conditions

Fish kills are a common sight throughout the state following extreme winter conditions.The Department of Natural Resources reminds everyone that after the heavy ice and snow cover melts on Michigan’s lakes in early spring, it may be common to discover dead fish or other aquatic creatures. This year’s severe winter, with heavy snow and ice cover, will create conditions that cause fish and other creatures such as turtles, frogs, toads and crayfish to die.

“Winterkill is the most common type of fish kill,” said Gary Whelan, DNR fish production manager. “Given the harsh conditions this winter with thick ice and deep snow cover, it will be particularly common in shallow lakes and streams and ponds. These kills are localized and typically do not affect the overall health of the fish populations or fishing quality.” Read more

Wildlife

Don’t forget: New fishing license required April 1

The Department of Natural Resources reminds anglers that a new fishing license season begins Tuesday, April 1, which coincides with the new regulation cycle. All 2013 fishing licenses are good through March 31, 2014.
Michigan’s fishing licenses were restructured March 1. Anglers now have five options when making their purchases:

  • Resident Annual – $26
  • Nonresident Annual – $76
  • Senior Annual (for residents age 65 or older) – $11
  • 24-hour (resident or nonresident) – $10
  • 72-hour (resident or nonresident) – $30 Read more
General, Wildlife

Custom Bergara BCR 20 Heavy Tactical in .308 Winchester Test Video

GW:  This is a re-post of a news release January 2013.  So, keep that in mind when you see specific model numbers and prices.  Updated info can be found at the link,  The video explanation of unique features is well presented by Eric Hendricks and I get an opportunity at a test run.

BPI Outdoors and its BERGARA CUSTOM RIFLES are in production and available for sale to the public.   In July 2012, BPI tapped former Marine Corps Master Sergeant Dan Hanus to head the Custom Rifle Shop for its BergaraUSA division.

Mr. Hanus, a 22 year veteran, was most recently stationed at Quantico, Virginia, where he served as the Production Chief & Chief Instructor for the Marine Corps Precision Weapons Section. In this capacity, Mr. Hanus oversaw the production of the M40A5 Sniper Rifles, the EMR (Enhanced Marksmanship Rifle), and the M45 CQBP (Close Quarters Battle Pistol) for the Marine Special Operations Command. His guns have been used in combat and in competition all over the world. Read more

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