Millennium Treestands, a leader in innovative hunting gear, announces the launch of the DeadLock Carbon Shooting Stick Tripod. Engineered for ultimate stability and versatility, this tripod provides a critical advantage for hunters, shooters, and outdoor photographers.
Constructed from high-strength carbon fiber, the DeadLock offers an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio for easy transport and solid support. Its top-mounted leg adjustment system allows for rapid, one-knob per-leg deployment, enabling users to transition from seated to standing heights in seconds.
The included multi-platform Vise Head is the core of its adaptability. Featuring a 3-axis design with interchangeable Arca, Picatinny, and Saddle/Vise plates, it ensures perfect leveling of rifles, cameras, or optics. Adjustable drag controls allow for a tight lock or smooth panning.
This combination of lightweight rigidity, rapid adjustment, and versatile mounting creates a stable, confidence-inspiring platform for any precision task in the field.
The only waterfowl shotgun that will be featured by HALO Waterfowl across all HALO channels during the 2025–2026 season.
NORTH HAVEN, CT — Launched in 2021, the Mossberg 940 Pro Waterfowl 12-gauge autoloaders are field-proven shotguns built for the extremes. For 2025 the 940 Pro Waterfowl is continuing on with an optic-ready receiver cut to accept direct mounting of micro-dot optics (RMSc-pattern), while also becoming available fully finished in Realtree’s Legacy® pattern.
The 940 Pro Waterfowl Series is engineered for the wet, cold, and dirty conditions waterfowlers face. Key features include weather-resistant Cerakote® metal surfaces; 28-inch chrome-lined barrels with HIVIZ® CompSight® fiber-optic front sights; durable synthetic, self-draining stocks and forends; and nickel-boron coatings on several internal components (gas piston, magazine tube, hammer, sear, and return spring tube). The design also incorporates stainless steel rings and a hard-anodized aluminum return spring plunger for long life and low maintenance.
Built to run reliably in the field, the 940 Pro’s gas system can operate up to 1,500 rounds before cleaning and will cycle factory-manufactured 2.75″ or 3″ loads of 1 1/8 oz. or greater (to what is currently available on the market at the time of this press release). Ergonomic, hunter-friendly features include an oversized, beveled loading port with a redesigned elevator and shell catch for pinch-free loading; a barrel manufacturing process that preserves point-of-aim and impact; a slim-profile forend; and a user-configurable stock with adjustable length-of-pull (13–14.25″), drop and cast options. Large charging handle and paddle-style bolt release controls make operation fast and intuitive in cold or gloved hands. When optics aren’t mounted a cover plate is included to preserve a sealed receiver.
940 Pro Waterfowl Optic Ready Realtree (Model 85186) — This optic-ready 12-gauge, 3-inch autoloader features a 28″ AccuChoke™-compatible vent-rib barrel and an extended X-Factor™ Modified choke plus flush Full and Improved Cylinder chokes. Metal surfaces (receiver and barrel), stock and forend wear the Realtree® Legacy camo pattern. The package includes Mossberg’s aggressive signature texturing on stock and forend, sling swivel studs, a 5-round capacity, drilled & tapped/optic-cut receiver, ambidextrous safety, and an MSRP of $1,246. Read more
BARNEVELD, WI- Born from the standards of elite military units, the AMG® 1-10×24 delivers high-power magnification and optical clarity to compact, short-barreled carbines — leaving rail space for thermal attachments, lasers, offset red dots, and backup irons.
British SAS, Royal Marines, and U.S. SOCOM units set the baseline for zero retention, optical performance, and extended operational durability. Over years of testing, Vortex® engineers pushed the AMG® 1-10×24 against those standards until it exceeded every requirement.
The result is the most advanced optical and mechanical system Vortex® has engineered in an LPVO.
“The project started when the UK Ministry of Defense asked for an optic that didn’t exist and nobody else would make,” says Andy Haffemann, Vortex® Advanced Design Manager. “Over years of iterations, failed prototypes — hundreds of lenses turned to dust through recoil testing — we refined every detail through connections at UK Ministry of Defense and U.S. Special Operations Command until it met their combined expectations.”
Skeeter, a leader in high-performance fishing boats, introduced today the WXR1910F, a new model in its WXR bass boat lineup. Designed to deliver big-water confidence in a more compact platform, the WXR1910F combines a refined tackle management layout, responsive handling and the ride and fishability synonymous with Skeeter’s deep-V design. The model will be available through authorized Skeeter dealerships.
“The WXR1910F brings proven Skeeter performance into a compact footprint without sacrificing capability,” said John Clark, General Manager, Skeeter Boats. “From its reimagined storage layout to its confident handling in rough water, every element of this model is purpose-built to enhance experiences on the water while maintaining space, control and fishability.
Powered by a Yamaha V MAX SHO® 200, the WXR1910F is engineered for deep water and big waves while maintaining agile, responsive performance. The helm features a Cockpit Command Center with integrated instrumentation and an XPLORE™ 9-inch MSI display at the dash. The rear deck offers generous storage capacity, paired with a layout that streamlines tackle and gear storage. Two rear deck jump seats add versatility for accommodating family and friends.
Standard features on the WXR1910F include a Minn Kota®112-pound-thrust Terrova® trolling motor with i-Pilot, a Fusion® Bluetooth® stereo with four speakers, EVA cockpit flooring, a Minn Kota® 10-amp four-bank battery charger, Hamby’s Keel Protector, and a center rod storage box with Mega Rod Tubes. Read more
Tarpon Springs, FL – Barnett® proudly introduces its latest powerhouse, the Hyper Raptor GTX™, engineered not just to compete but to dominate. This crossbow delivers a relentless combination of next-generation technology, blistering speed, and precision, setting a new standard for performance and control in the field.
The Hyper Raptor GTX™ is designed for raw, performance-driven power, launching specialized 20″ HyperFlite™ arrows at up to 425 FPS for deep, uncompromising penetration. Its performance is elevated by Barnett’s Halo System, which eliminates cable crossing and cam lean for superior accuracy, and the innovative Rope Hold™ Roller Ball technology, which ensures a flawlessly smooth and even cocking draw every time.
Precision is paramount, achieved through the elite metal-injected molded TriggerTech™ Frictionless Release Technology. This technology provides a crisp 3-lb break, Anti-Dry Fire (ADF), a nock sensor, CNC-machined aluminum flight track, and a Soft-Lok™ Floating Bristle Arrow Retainer for pinpoint consistency. The crossbow’s agility is unmatched, featuring a compact 7.5-inch axle-to-axle width (cocked), a lightweight composite step-through riser, and pivoting limb pockets that shift weight off the nose to reduce recoil and enhance stability.
Built for the discerning hunter, the Hyper Raptor GTX™ incorporates a suite of comfort and customization features, including an adjustable length-of-pull buttstock, a pass-through forend with a Verti-Grip palm rest, a padded cheek rest, finger-safety reminders, and pre-installed string dampeners for quiet, smooth shots. Its striking finish in ‘Ranger Green’ with Barnett’s new ‘Adapt’ camouflage on the continuous fiber-molded, parabolic limbs ensures a commanding presence.
The Hyper Raptor GTX™ arrives ready for the hunt. Each package includes a choice of premium optics: the Barnett 2-7x36mm illuminated scope, the BUKOPS™ X-Factor Laser Range Finder Scope, or the BUKOPS™ Cycloptic-X Scope with PRIME TIME technology. Additionally, the package contains three 20″ HyperFlite™ arrows, a sled-style rope cocking device, a premium 3-arrow side-mount quiver, and lubrication wax. Its single-bolt assembly means minimal setup for maximum time in the field.
Barnett’s Hyper Raptor GTX™ redefines high-performance hunting, offering the perfect balance of devastating power, intuitive control, and rugged reliability to ensure every hunter shoots with supreme confidence.
Wolfe Publishing Company is proud to announce the release of Propellant Profiles, Seventh Edition, the most complete and authoritative survey of modern smokeless powders available today. This indispensable reference is now available for order through wolfeoutdoorsports.com
Propellant Profiles, Seventh Edition, delivers expert, in-depth analysis of more than 650 propellants, blending historical context, burn-rate categorization, and practical performance insights in a single volume. Designed for serious shooters and industry professionals alike, this edition is an essential addition to the libraries of:
– Handloaders and ammunition reloaders seeking reliable powder data
– Ballistic technicians and gunsmiths requiring comparative burn-rate and performance notes
– Firearms writers and researchers looking for trusted technical reference material Read more
The Signature Taurus TX™ Platform Evolves into Breakthrough 9mm Performance, Built in the USA
Bainbridge, GA — Taurus Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of the all-new TX9 line of striker-fired pistols, marking a defining milestone for the company as its first purpose-built, duty-grade pistol platform. Expanding the highly successful Taurus TX™ Platform into 9mm for the first time, the TX9 brings the shooter-focused DNA that made the TX22 a standout and applies it to a service-ready system engineered for duty, defense, and concealed carry.
Designed and tested to meet military and law-enforcement requirements worldwide, including NATO specifications, the TX9 represents a significant evolution in Taurus pistol design. Built in the USA, the TX9 establishes a unified standard for performance, consistency, and adaptability across three mission-driven configurations. Read more
Weatherby continues to lead the industry in cartridge innovation with the introduction of the 25 WBY RPM (Rebated Precision Magnum) the newest addition to the RPM family. Designed to deliver true magnum performance from lightweight, compact rifles, the 25 RPM reinforces Weatherby’s position at the top of the mountain for quarter-bore cartridges.
Weatherby has always been known for pushing velocity, energy, and ballistic efficiency beyond what shooters expect. With the 25 RPM, that legacy continues. Built on the same proven design philosophy as the 6.5 RPM and 338 RPM, the 25 RPM is engineered specifically for the Mark V 6 lug action, delivering exceptional performance without the weight and length of a traditional magnum platform.
At the heart of the 25 RPM is a modern case design featuring a rebated rim, minimal body taper, and a 35-degree shoulder. This geometry increases usable case capacity while improving efficiency and consistency. By slightly shortening and refining the proven RPM case design, Weatherby optimized overall cartridge length to support today’s heavy for caliber, high BC bullets without compromise.
The result is a cartridge that thrives with fast twist rates (1:7.5) and long, sleek projectiles. The 25 RPM is capable of pushing a 133 gr Berger at 3,000 feet per second, delivering flatter trajectories, higher retained energy, and superior downrange performance compared to legacy quarter-bore cartridges. When compared to popular alternatives like the 25 Creedmoor, 25-06, and 257 Roberts, the 25 RPM offers a clear ballistic advantage.
“It’s been 80 years since my grandfather introduced his favorite cartridge, the 257 Wby Mag. Rather than updating the all-time “King of the Quarter Bore”, we felt it was fitting to introduce the 25 WBY RPM alongside Roy’s favorite cartridge with the purposeful intent of loading heavy for caliber bullets that are now so readily available. The end result will be an unstoppable pair of 25’s!” -Adam Weatherby, CEO Weatherby Inc
Versatility is another defining feature of the 25 RPM. While it excels with heavy, high BC bullets for long-range hunting, it is equally capable of spinning lighter projectiles at speeds exceeding 3300 feet per second. This balance makes the 25 RPM an ideal choice for hunters seeking a do-it-all quarter-bore cartridge that performs across a wide range of game.
At launch, factory ammunition will be offered in multiple configurations, including a 133 gr Berger, 117 gr Barnes LRX, 117 gr Hornady SST, and 107 gr Tipped Hammer HCB. Brass will be available for reloaders.
The 25 RPM will be available in both Weatherby Mark V and Model 307 rifles, making it one of the most accessible new cartridge launches in company history. With rifle options starting at an approachable price point, shooters can experience cutting-edge cartridge performance without compromise.
Wildlife Research Center® Celebrates 35 Years of Special Golden Estrus® – The Original Dated Fresh Estrus Scent
Wildlife Research Center®, the trusted name in hunting scent technology, proudly announces the 35th Anniversary of its legendary Special Golden Estrus®—the Dated Fresh Super Premium Estrus Scent that has revolutionized deer hunting for over three decades.
It was originally only available to hunting industry insiders, as a special favor until it launched to retailers 35 years ago making Special Golden Estrus® available to all hunters who demand the best. Each bottle of super premium doe urine with estrus secretions is individually labeled with a serial number and “Use By” date, so you know it’s fresh. Lab tested and certified estrogen levels of 30 pg/mL at time of collection. It’s the scent your trophy buck has been waiting for.
Available in three sizes:
1 FL OZ – MSRP $14.50
4 FL OZ – MSRP $32.87
8 FL OZ – MSRP $49.99 Read more
Langdon Tactical Technology (LTT) announces the release of the LTT 80X Cheetah in .32 ACP—an Exclusive handgun developed in partnership with Beretta and refined with Langdon Tactical’s proven performance upgrades.
Built on the Beretta 80X Cheetah platform, the LTT 80X combines classic ergonomics with modern enhancements. Chambered in .32 ACP, the pistol delivers noticeably reduced recoil compared to .380 ACP while retaining practical defensive capability. The result is improved control, enhanced accuracy, and increased shooter confidence across a wide range of skill levels.
“The .32 ACP performs exceptionally well in this platform,” said Ernest Langdon, CEO of Langdon Tactical Technology. “Reduced recoil allows for better control, faster follow-up shots, and greater consistency without sacrificing real-world performance.” Read more
