SCI & FWC Victorious in Protecting Florida Black Bear Hunt

Safari Club International is proud to share that a Florida court has denied a temporary injunction to stop Florida’s highly regulated black bear hunt. SCI’s legal intervention in Florida has helped secure the future of this important hunt, which will begin to manage Florida’s expanding bear population and reduce human-bear conflicts and vehicle collisions.

The hunt, approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) in August, was put at risk when anti-hunting groups filed a lawsuit to overturn the decision. After plaintiff Bear Warriors United sued to stop the hunt, SCI immediately moved to join in the case to protect the state’s first black bear hunt in a decade.

SCI and Florida’s wildlife management authority have fought this lawsuit with the facts. Florida’s bear population is healthy, and the FWC’s approved hunt is conservative and backed with sound science. Ultimately, the court recognized the FWC’s right to rely on a regulated hunt as a wildlife management tool and recreational opportunity. The court also agreed with SCI’s arguments that the plaintiff failed to provide credible evidence against the hunt. With these successful arguments, the season will proceed as scheduled on December 6, 2025.

Although this ruling is a major victory, anti-hunters are still attempting to undermine the hunt by purchasing tags with no intention of using them. The FWC has only allocated a conservative 172 black bear tags for this year’s hunt. All of them will be needed if Floridians want to stem the rising number of human-bear conflicts and the 300-plus vehicle strikes the state sees every year. Florida’s black bear population continues to grow rapidly, leading to more dangerous encounters, including a fatal attack this past summer. SCI urges Floridians to recognize the urgency of this hunt and to continue supporting science-based wildlife management to maintain the state’s ecological balance.

“Hunting plays an essential role in maintaining animal populations and conserving wildlife around the world,” said SCI CEO W. Laird Hamberlin. “The fight for legal black bear hunting in Florida perfectly crystallizes this fact, which is why SCI is one of the only organizations deploying money and time to tip the scales in the fight to defend hunters’ rights in the courtroom. SCI’s premier legal defense team will always be first in line to thwart radical and frivolous anti-hunting litigation.” Read more

Hunting

Federal Ammunition’s Black Pack Rebate Returns for Black Friday

Federal Ammunition is proud to announce the return of its Black Pack rebate program. Just in time for Black Friday and the upcoming holidays, customers can purchase qualifying Federal Black Pack ammunition and receive a $7.50 rebate per box.

“Back for Black Friday, the Black Pack rebate gives customers a great way to stock up on dependable, high-volume ammunition,” said Federal’s Senior Manager of Trade Marketing Bart Biedinger. “Whether for range days or gifting, Black Pack ammo is a great value—and this promotion makes it even better.”

Rebate details include buying a minimum of one (1) qualifying box of promotional Federal® Black Pack™ ammunition and receiving $7.50 back per box. A maximum rebate of $100 per person or household applies to the program. Read more

Ammunition, Promotions

New Daniel Defense MK18 .300 Blackout Two-Toned Finish 1 of 200 Series

Custom & Collectable Firearms proudly presents the two-toned Daniel Defense MK18 pistol. Now, for the first time, this MK18 is chambered in .300 blackout exclusively for CNC Firearms! Sold through Orion Wholesale, this remarkable MK18 is one of only 200 sequentially engraved AR’s in a limited collector’s series.

This MK18 features a full FDE finish paired with a RIS II FDE Picatinny quad rail and B5 Systems Coyote Brown pistol grip and trigger guard designed to improve ergonomics and overall weapon control. The two-toned MK18 comes equipped with an SB Tactical SBA5 pistol brace and a 10.3” barrel, combining exceptional performance with unmatched collectability. Every firearm comes with a Custom & Collectable Firearms challenge coin and a certificate of authenticity signed by the owner of Custom & Collectable Firearms.

Learn more about this series at www.cncfirearms.com. Follow us on Instagram or join our email community to be the first to know about our latest releases. Read more

Firearms

Hornady’s 12th Edition Handbook of Cartridges and Reloading

Hornady Reloading® believes that data and instruction are critical to productivity when it comes to reloading Hornady ammunition. When at the reloading bench, Hornady Reloading has the perfect gift for every shooter. This holiday season, make shopping simple with the Hornady 12th Edition Handbook of Cartridges and Reloading— the one gift that’s sure to hit the mark.

With data for over 400 cartridges across over two dozen calibers, the 12th Edition Hornady Reloading Handbook of Cartridge Reloading is the most comprehensive resource ever produced for reloading Hornady bullets. Every reloading enthusiast will love the latest volume of this superb resource as a holiday gift.

The newest Edition of their famous handbook introduces groundbreaking bullet lines, including the CX®, ELD?VT®, and Sub?X®, alongside expanded data for proven favorites such as the ELD® Match, FTX®, SST®, and more.

Reloading propellants have been updated and expanded, with popular new powders like Winchester’s StaBall Match, StaBall 6.5, and StaBall HD, all included with a wide range of cartridges, making them perfect for any rifle reloading enthusiast.

To complement the new powders, the 12th Edition includes many new cartridge additions, including the 22 ARC, 22 Creedmoor, 6mm GT, 25 Creedmoor, 7mm PRC, 338 ARC, 400 Legend, and others. Read more

Ammunition

J.P. Sauer & Sohn and Field Ethos Introduce The Exception Rifle in 9.3×62

San Antonio, Texas – J.P. Sauer & Sohn and Field Ethos introduce their latest collaboration – a limited-edition Sauer in 9.3×62 named The Exception. This adventure rifle is designed for the most challenging hunting adventures. It is the ultimate ‘working man’s adventure rifle’ and an exceptional value.

Developed in the early 1900s, the 9.3x62mm cartridge was widely used by German farmers and settlers in colonial Africa due to its effectiveness in taking a wide array of species from plains game to Cape Buffalo. The caliber’s versatility made it an easy choice for The Exception.

“The Exception is designed to handle any adventure you can throw at it while maintaining the classic look of a traditional safari rifle,” said Ron Dan, President, Field Ethos. “Using a Sauer in 9.3×62 as a base, we have added features you would find at 4x the price, and we have a rifle that can accompany you throughout the world. Tapping into the lineage and capabilities of the 9.3×62 cartridge, we now have a rifle that is as reliable as it is versatile.”

Featuring a grade 3 walnut stock, Sauer red safari recoil pad, and semi-weight barrel with 19mm taper, iron sights, and a barrel band sling stud, The Exception delivers German precision and accuracy. Sporting a customized Field Ethos magazine floor plate and a checkered steel bolt handle ball that handles like a dream, even with sweaty or muddy hands, this all-around rifle is engineered to excel in the most rugged terrain. Read more

Firearms

Taurus Introduces the Raging Hunter in .350 Legend

Taurus expands the legendary Raging Hunter® family with a powerful new chambering: the .350 Legend. This addition brings straight-walled momentum and downrange effectiveness to a revolver line already known for punch, durability, and real-world performance. Available in two barrel lengths (10.5″ and 14″) and offered in Black or Two-Toned finishes, the new Raging Hunter in .350 Legend blends heavy-hitting ballistics with features that tame recoil, speed follow-ups, and let shooters outfit the revolver for the task at hand. The legendary Raging Hunter lineup gets a caliber that amplifies its purpose: effective, dependable performance where it counts.

“Adding .350 Legend to the Raging Hunter lineup was a natural step. It gives shooters a modern, straight-walled option with the stout terminal performance they trust the series for,” said Michael Marotte, Marketing Director at Taurus. “We kept everything that made Raging Hunter legendary — strength, reliability, and practical field features — and tuned the platform for the demands of .350 Legend loads.”

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Firearms

Hornady Security TrekLite Gift Guide

Grand Island, NE – Security is crucial in various applications. At Hornady Security, they recognize that dependable and controlled access is key to safely securing your valuables. The TrekLite lineup of lock boxes by Hornady Security is the perfect gift for anyone who’s on the move this holiday season. Give the gift of industry-leading security on the go with the Hornady Security TekLite lock box lineup.

TrekLite® Lock Box with TSA Combination Lock

SKU: 95262

The TrekLite Lock Box with Combination Lock lives up to its name, featuring groundbreaking security technology to protect handguns and other valuable items.It can be a challenge to ensure access to those who should have it and deny it to those who shouldn’t. The portable TrekLite Lock Box is the perfect solution for securing handguns, ammunition, medication, cash, and jewelry in a small portable package. Featuring a TSA-recognized combination lock and impact-resistant polycarbonate construction, the rubber over-molded housing combines rugged durability with the ease of portability.

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ZeroTech Optics Unveils the New Vengeance 1-8×24 LPVO

ZeroTech Optics Unveils the New Vengeance 1-8×24 LPVO Line – Available in Black and FDE

NASHVILLE, TN —— ZeroTech Optics is proud to announce the release of its all-new Vengeance 1-8×24 LPVO riflescopes, available now in classic black and the much-anticipated Flat Dark Earth (FDE) finish. Engineered for speed, clarity, and rugged dependability, the Vengeance 1-8×24 RAR brings unmatched value to shooters who demand performance without compromise.

Designed to deliver the speed of a red dot and the precision of a variable optic, the new 1-8×24 models give shooters true 1x performance for close-quarters encounters and up to 8x magnification for precision shots at distance. Whether you’re running drills, competing, or hitting the range for fun, this optic is built to perform.

Built for Real-World Performance

The RAR (Rapid Acquisition Reticle) features heavy outer bars and a glowing ¾ illuminated circle that draw the eye instantly to the center dot, ensuring fast target acquisition and confident accuracy under pressure. Integrated 2 MOA hash marks and 4 MOA elevation intervals offer precise hold points for drop and wind, giving shooters total control from CQB to mid-range. Read more

Optics

SWAROVSKI OPTIK AT/ST Balance

New Premium Spotting Scope with Image Stabilization

SWAROVSKI OPTIK is setting a new milestone in the world of premium compact spotting scopes with the AT/ST Balance. The Austrian company has launched a pioneering model that combines the outstanding optical performance of SWAROVSKI OPTIK with state-of-the-art image stabilization technology in one device. The result is a spotting scope that reveals a shake-free image – even without a tripod. Its integrated image stabilization means that the system precisely balances out the slightest movements and even allows handheld observation at high magnification. The AT/ST Balance was developed for discerning users who don’t want to compromise between technical performance and practical application. Compact size, light weight and stabilization will allow the use of a spotting scope virtually anywhere. The new spotting scope is available from the end of November 2025 at SWAROVSKI OPTIK retailers and from the SWAROVSKI OPTIK online shop.

Innovation has always been part of SWAROVSKI OPTIK’s DNA. With the AT/ST Balance, the company is setting a new benchmark in spotting scope technology. SWAROBALANCE image stabilization, used for the first time in a SWAROVSKI OPTIK spotting scope, compensates for even the slightest twitch of the hand and ensures a shake-free, clear image, even at 45x magnification. Thanks to its low latency, the system reacts without hesitation to any movement.

“The image stabilization of the AT/ST Balance uses highly sensitive sensors to detect even the slightest movements and compensates for them in real time. The AT/ST Balance can process more than 1,000 measurements per second and corrects the lens position accordingly. The ability to observe at this quality and identify accurately using a spotting scope that can be handheld marks a major turning point in observation optics”, said Roland Wolff, CEO of SWAROVSKI OPTIK North America.

MAP U.S. Pricing: AT Balance 18-45×65: $3,999; ST Balance 14-35×50: $3,849 Read more

Optics

Winchester Launches Ammunition Black Friday Rebate

Winchester launches a holiday rebate for Black Friday where consumers can earn 15% back on eligible Winchester target rifle, pistol, and rimfire ammunition. The maximum rebate amount for each category is $50, minimum purchase of one box, and all pack sizes and configurations are eligible. The offer is valid on qualifying purchases made between November 20, 2025 – December 5, 2025. Eligible products include:

Winchester pistol: *Includes all FMJ, JHP, Target & Practice, and Defense products in eligible calibers Read more

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