Smith & Wesson Introduces FDE to the M&P5.7 Series

SPRINGFIELD, MA. – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, today announced the release of the new two-tone, FDE M&P5.7 pistol.

Combining features of the tested M&P series with a new gas-operated, locked-breech, Tempo™ Barrel System, Smith & Wesson unveiled the M&P5.7 pistol aimed at offering a more reliable, accurate, and consistent shooting experience in a handgun platform for the increasingly popular 5.7x28mm caliber. Designed to harness the speed of the round, its 5-inch barrel allows for a quicker extraction once the bullet passes the gas port, creating a more secured fireform effect.

In its debut, the series included two models, both with a black polymer frame and black Armornite® slide finish, available with or without a manual thumb safety. Now joining the M&P5.7 lineup is a sharp two-tone setup of a classic Armornite finished slide and black controls, paired with a tactical Flat Dark Earth toned polymer frame.

The two-tone FDE M&P5.7 is optics ready, has a Picatinny-style rail for added accessories, and includes a 1/2×28 threaded muzzle with a thread protector to allow for suppressed shooting capabilities. Its single-action flat-face trigger maintains a crisp break and is designed to allow for consistent finger placement that translates to more accurate and repeatable shooting. This pistol has an impressive 22-round capacity, ships with two magazines, and is proudly made in the U.S.A. Pick up the Tempo™ with accurate and consistent results from the new-look M&P5.7. Read more

Firearms

Moultrie Mobile Edge Pro Cellular Trail Cam with AI Technology

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Aug. 14, 2023) — Moultrie Mobile, a leading pioneer in cellular trail cameras that also offers an all-in-one remote monitoring app for hunters and property owners, today announced its Edge Pro Cellular Trail Camera with all-new False Trigger Elimination capabilities powered by artificial intelligence (AI) is available in stores and online.

Utilizing AI, the Edge Pro is the first camera to integrate False Trigger Elimination capabilities in the form of Smart Capture and Smart Zone technology.

Smart Capture Technology gives users control over what species the Edge Pro captures on photo or video, significantly extending battery life and reducing time sorting through unwanted images of non-targeted species. Smart Zones allows users to designate custom detection zones and ignore areas with objects that could cause false triggers. Together, these innovative technologies reduce up to 99 percent of false triggers and redefine what is possible with cellular trail cameras. Read more

Hunting

SCI and SAF File Intent to Sue Education Department Over Archery & Hunter Education Policies

Washington, D.C.— On Friday, August 11, 2023, Safari Club International, along with the Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation, sent a notice of intent to sue the Department of Education over the Department’s misinterpretation of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA), which would prohibit the use of federal funds for shooting sports, hunter education, and outdoor education programs in schools.

Co-sponsors and authors of the BSCA have repeatedly confirmed that it was not intended to restrict funding for these programs. Rather, these programs are vital to helping students find safe and healthy outlets—and to develop a love of the outdoors.

SCI and SAF’s notice of intent to sue warns the Department that its interpretation of the BSCA is arbitrary and capricious, in violation of federal law. It requests a response within ten days, or the organizations will have no choice but to file suit. These shooting sports and hunter education programs are far too important to allow this funding uncertainty to continue.

“SCI is disheartened by the Administration’s lack of urgency in correcting their misinterpretation of the BSCA,” said Ben Cassidy, SCI EVP of International Government and Public Affairs. “Congress has repeatedly confirmed that this was not the BSCA’s intent. The Department must understand there are consequences for ignoring the crucial role these programs play in helping kids learn new skills, enjoy the outdoors, and understand the importance of conservation.” Read more

Archery

The .308 Win. Rifle from Red Arrow Weapons Is Built for Hunting

Fork Union, VA – The .308 WIN Rifle from Red Arrow Weapons is the ultimate firearm for fall hunting.

Dependable, versatile, and accurate, the RAW .308 WIN pairs the knockdown power of the caliber with an 18-inch stainless steel barrel and 2.5-pound single stage trigger for premium performance in the field. It features a Magpul ACS-L carbine stock and a 20-round Magpul P-Mag.

Tipping the scales under 8.5 pounds and sporting a midnight bronze finish, RAW’s .308 WIN is built for carrying into the woods. Finishing touches such as the ambidextrous safety selector and 15-inch M-LOK hand rail are included standard, demonstrating the RAW commitment to quality at an affordable price. Read more

Firearms

Springfield Armory Launches New Hellion 5.56mm Bullpup Variants

GENESEO, ILL. – Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of two new variants of the Hellion™, offering enhanced ballistic performance with 18” and 20” barrel length options and unique features true to the original VHS-2 design.

Based on the internationally proven bullpup employed by the Croatian armed forces in demanding environments ranging from Iraq to Africa and beyond, the Springfield Armory Hellion offers American shooters a semi-automatic version of this highly capable and fully ambidextrous firearm.

While the original Hellion launched early last year featured a short 16” barrel designed to offer the most compact package possible, the newly released variants feature extended 18” and 20” barrels. The result is a 5.56mm that still offers the compact handling characteristics of a bullpup, but with enhanced velocity and downrange performance. Read more

Firearms

MKS Supply Launches HiPoint Firearms YC9 9mm Handgun

(Dayton, OH) – MKS Supply, The exclusive distributor of Hi Point Firearms, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Hi-Point YC9 9mm Handgun. This eagerly awaited addition to the Hi-Point lineup combines superior performance, the new “Yeet Cannon” design, and enhanced versatility to meet the needs of firearm enthusiasts and professionals alike.

The Hi-Point YC9 stands for “Yeet Cannon” and was named by the supporters of Hi-Point Firearms during a contest they called “The peoples pistol- name our nine”. The YC9 comes out as HI Point’s top-tier 9mm handgun, equipped with a threaded barrel that enhances its adaptability for various accessories. The 1/2-28 threads on the 4.12″ barrel length allows users to effortlessly attach suppressors, compensators, and other muzzle devices, elevating the shooting experience to new heights and offering customers more options. Other features include a Glock style replaceable front sight, new stylized grips, backstrap safety, reversable backstrap for a more customized fit, a new styled slide for a better look, adaptable for mounting a red dot plate and a proprietary double to single stack magazine. Read more

Firearms

Military Armament Corporation’s MAC 1014 Semi-Auto Defense Shotgun

Knoxville, Tennessee – In a dangerous situation professional and personal defense practitioners agree if you can only have one firearm, the ideal choice is a shotgun! A shotgun takes the lead above all other firearms in versatility, adaptability and overall effectiveness in close quarter engagements for home, survival or mobile defense. The choice of those who “know” will be Military Armament Corporation’s MAC 1014 Semi-Auto because of their reliability, durability and ease of use, and, MAC 1014s are priced to meet departmental budgets!

The MAC 1014 12-gauge features a steel receiver designed with a self-regulating gas piston system which allows it to cycle with shotshells from 1-ounce up to the heaviest 3-inch magnum loads. Gas not needed to cycle the action is vented through a unique system, thereby reducing recoil and allowing for quicker follow-up shots. A large, knurled charging handle ensures excellent traction even when wearing gloves. The MAC 1014’s serrated cartridge drop lever promotes no-fumble operation. The safety located behind the trigger, can quickly be moved from safe to fire without changing hand position.

The MAC 1014 has a 5 + 1 magazine tube which is compatible with Benelli™ Read more

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CVA Unveils the Crossfire Muzzleloader

Lawrenceville, Georgia – BPI Outdoors/CVA is excited to announce the introduction of the Crossfire™ muzzleloading rifle. This cutting-edge innovation marks a significant milestone in the evolution of in-line muzzleloaders, demonstrating CVA’s unwavering commitment to advancing the firearms industry. The Crossfire is bridging the gap in the in-line muzzleloading world.

The new CVA Crossfire was developed for use with the Federal’s patented FireStick™ ignition system. This Crossfire is easy to load, easy to shoot, and easy to unload at the end of your day in the field. Read more

Firearms

Garmin selects Ravin Crossbows for new Xero X1i crossbow scope integration

OLATHE, Kan./August 15, 2023/Outdoor Wire – Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced an integration of its Xero® X1i crossbow scope with Ravin Crossbow’s precision-based platforms. The new custom Xero X1i scope is preloaded with the technical specifications of all Ravin Crossbow models and adjusts aiming solutions based on each model’s specifications, providing hunters with unparalleled “out of the box” accuracy and blistering fast setup times.

“Ravin Crossbows paired with the Xero X1i provide a new level of precision aiming that will meet the demands of even the most advanced crossbow hunters. Simply put, the combination of Ravin’s industry-leading accuracy with the superior ranging and aiming capabilities of the Xero X1i creates one of the most comprehensive crossbow shooting experiences available.” – Bryan Yalowitz, Garmin outdoor product strategy director

Innovative accuracy

Garmin Xero X1i is an electro-optic based crossbow scope with a built-in laser range finder that offers one of the most advanced crossbow aiming platforms on the market, thanks to a proprietary algorithm that compensates for distance and angle. With 3.5x magnification and digital overlays to improve sighting precision, the Xero X1i can range game targets up to 250 yards away and reflective targets up to 500 yards away. Integrating the technical information for each individual Ravin Crossbow assists the Xero X1i in calibrating an aiming solution, so users can be confident they have the most accurate pin placement for the specific hunting situation. Read more

Archery

NSSF Challenges Unconstitutional Illinois Law Attacking Free Speech, Blame-Shifting on Crimes

WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, filed a legal challenge to Illinois’ unconstitutional law that seeks to muzzle firearm manufacturers’ and retailers’ First Amendment right of free commercial speech and to regulate industry members’ commercial conduct in every state of the Union. Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed the Firearm Industry Responsibility Act into law and NSSF immediately filed its challenge.

“The flawed logic of this unconstitutional law is second only to the contempt for which the authors and Governor Pritzker hold for the Constitutionally-protected right of the citizens of his state to keep and bear arms,” said Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF’s Senior Vice President and General Counsel. “This law bans commercial free speech, which is protected by the First Amendment. It also requires firearm manufacturers and retailers to establish undefined ‘reasonable controls’ to prevent criminals from lying on background check forms. The irony is that the firearm industry works hand-in-hand with the ATF and Justice Department to prevent illegal straw purchases of firearms while the governor signs laws that set criminals free on the streets to prey on the innocent citizens of Illinois. Just like Governor Pritzker’s signature on a law banning cash bail, this law empowers criminals and punishes those who obey the law. We are confident that this unconstitutional law will not survive.”

Illinois’ Firearm Industry Responsibility Act criminalizes First Amendment-protected commercial free speech by banning advertising with vague definitions of “intent to appeal to minors.” Gun control politicians in Illinois are attempting to restrict law-abiding citizens from passing on safe firearm handling and shooting skills to the next generation by squelching ability to depict it in advertising. Only adults over the age of 18 can legally purchase a long gun and only adults over 21 can legally purchase a handgun. Read more

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