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NORTH HAVEN, CT – Now ready to take afield, Mossberg’s line of optic-ready 500 and 835 Ulti-Mag® Turkey pump-action shotguns come in convenient combo packages, topped with an olive green Holosun HS407K micro dot sight. Three small bore versions of the 500 Turkey are available including a Super Bantam with adjustable length-of-pull along with a hard-hitting,12-gauge 835 Ulti-Mag version with 3.5-inch chamber. All four models feature Mossy Oak® Greenleaf™ full camo coverage and compact 20-inch barrels.

At the core of Mossberg’s pump-action shotguns are proven design features that include non-binding twin action bars; dual extractors; a positive steel-to-steel lock-up; anti-jam elevator; anodized aluminum receiver; and universally recognized, ambidextrous top-mounted safety. These field-ready turkey guns come standard with optic-cut receiver and mounted Holosun micro dot sight for improved eye alignment and faster target acquisition; extended choke tubes; fiber optic front sight; drilled and tapped receiver for added versatility; sling swivel studs; 5+1 shell capacity; and cover plate should the mounted optic be removed.

These hunt-ready combos feature a Holosun HS407K micro dot sight that is mounted directly into the patent-pending optic cut on the 500 and 835 receivers. This open reflex sight has a 6 MOA Dot reticle; 12 brightness levels; unlimited eye relief; convenient battery tray; Shake Awake feature; and up to 50,000 hours battery life. And to enhance concealment, the sight features an olive finish which blends with the gun’s Greenleaf camo coverage. Read more

North Haven, CT – Mossberg International adds another classic offering to its line of Gold Reserve Sporting over-and-under shotguns, a 20 gauge with 30-inch barrel. This beautifully styled, competition-ready break action is loaded with features and finishes, often found in more high-end double guns. Joining the 12 gauge and 410 bore offerings, this 20-gauge Gold Reserve O/U shotgun is designed to impress and perform in the field.

Gold Reserve O/U shotguns have hand-selected, Grade A black walnut stocks with satin finish; cut-checkering on the grip and forend; dual-locking lugs; scroll engraved polished silver receiver with gold inlays; and polished-blue barrel finish. Standard features include vent rib barrels (10mm wide); shell ejectors; front bead sight; and extended and checkered Sport Set of 5 choke tubes (Skeet, Improved Cylinder, Modified, Improved Modified and Full). And the bore and chamber are chrome lined for corrosion resistance. Read more

SIG SAUER is pleased to announce the commencement of the yearlong 40th Anniversary celebration of the iconic P226 pistol.

“With a legacy of accuracy and reliability, and millions upon millions of rounds of proven performance, the P226 has earned its reputation as the premiere service pistol, and is the standard by which all other combat pistols are measured,” began Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, SIG SAUER, inc. “To celebrate the rich military and law enforcement history of the P226, we will commemorate the 40th Anniversary with a special edition pistol and release a historical video series detailing the development and service of the P226. We will also have an official declaration of February 26, 2024 as P226 Day, as well as programs and promotions throughout 2024.”

SIG SAUER developed the P226 to compete in the U.S. Military’s XM9 service pistol trials. Even though it was not ultimately selected, the performance and capability of the P226 captured the attention of the elite U.S. Navy SEALs. They would officially adopt the P226 in 1989 to become the MK25, and it would serve throughout the Global War on Terrorism as their official service pistol. The selection by the SEALs marks the beginning of a rich history between SIG SAUER and the U.S. military and the P226 became the cornerstone of several future successful partnerships to include the M17, M18, and the Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW) program. Today, the legendary P226 has seen decades of refinements and is highly regarded for its enduring quality, superior reliability and accuracy amongst law enforcement professionals, military units, collectors, and shooting enthusiasts. Read more

NSSF® tracks and reports monthly U.S. import units for several sporting arms, ammunition, and optics categories from the US International Trade Commission. Below are the results for August 2023 compared to August 2022. Read more

NSSF tracks and reports monthly U.S. export units for several sporting arms, ammunition, and optics categories from the US International Trade Commission. Below are the results for August 2023 compared to August 2022. Read more

Offensive Marketing Group (OMG!) recently had the privilege of contributing design elements alongside the legendary firearms customizers at KOTED ARMS who produced a one-of-a-kind 500 S&W Magnum BFR (Biggest Finest Revolver) outfitted with a Burris Optics scope for YouTube personality Robert Arrington of Deer Meat for Dinner. The unique custom revolver features intricate engravings of hunting locations and prized game animals that are special to Robert throughout his time as a skilled hunter and esteemed content creator.

The creative effort was organized by Offensive Marketing Group and served to bring together prestigious brands BFR and Burris Optics, legendary designers Jonathan DeVries and Steve Gonos of Koted Arms, and Robert Arrington, an influential industry figurehead and content creator. OMG Co-Founder, Jared Tremp and Master Gunsmith Brett Pikula of BFR joined Robert to film the unveiling of this heirloom piece and then embarked together on an epic wild boar and deer hunt that utilized the revolver. The video of the revolver reveal debuted on the Deer Meat For Dinner YouTube channel, which boasts an impressive 3.38 Million subscribers on December 19th, 2023.

“Fostering connections and helping bring to life a truly unique heirloom for one of our friends and favorite industry personalities, while involving the amazing brands that we are honored to represent and work with daily in this way is truly a pleasure.” Read more