Smallbore Prone Matches Make History Utilizing Electronic Targets

The first time Mark Del Cotto of Lexington, Kentucky, stepped onto the grounds of Camp Perry, he was just a kid tagging along while his father competed in the National Matches. From 1971 to 1983, Del Cotto joined the ranks of competitors at Camp Perry, but then he graduated college and life got in the way. In 2008, Del Cotto decided it was time to return to his early passion for competing at the National Matches, and on July 8, he came in third in the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Smallbore Prone Iron Sight Championship.

“I was an early shooter, and I love it,” he said.

Del Cotto is a two-time NRA Smallbore Prone Champion. When he first returned to the sport, he competed in CMP Service Rifle Matches and NRA Highpower Championships, but he found he couldn’t devote space in his busy life to everything. He chose to focus on Smallbore.

“I didn’t have time to do Highpower and Smallbore, so I picked Smallbore Prone,” he said. “Smallbore is a better experience for me. You get to shoot more shots in a day.”

The CMP Smallbore Prone Iron Sight Championship is part of a four-day competition that includes two days of Iron Sight Championship Matches and two days of Any Sight Matches.

“Each day, competitors shoot 160 record shots, all fired from prone position,” said CMP Smallbore Program Manager Brad Donoho. “They do a 40-shot match at 50 meters, a 60-shot match at 50 yards, and a 60-shot match at 100 yards.”

The competitors are vying for the top score of 6,400 possible points. Due to a USCG search, the last day of the Smallbore Prone Matches was cut short and the match was condensed to a 5,200 points aggregate. Read more

Firearms

Major upgrade underway for Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park

Significant improvements to Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park are underway this summer, temporarily closing a section of the multicounty pathway and marking the final push toward completing what will become 92 miles of paved trail stretching from Comstock Park in Kent County to Cadillac in Wexford County.

The closure is expected to last until November.

“While we understand the inconvenience this temporary closure may cause, we believe that the long-term benefits will far outweigh any short-term disruptions,” said Scott Slavin, northwestern Lower Peninsula trails specialist for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. “The construction project will not only enhance the park’s amenities, but also contribute to the user’s experience – cyclists, walkers and runners will notice a smoother surface as they explore the trail.” Read more

Wildlife

Michigan’s deer hunting access permit application period is open 

Select hunters may need to apply for a limited-hunt access permit to hunt deer in some areas from July 15th to August 15th.

Universal antlerless licenses are available for purchase over the counter without an application.

Upper Peninsula deer hunters

  • In the central part of the Upper Peninsula, deer management units 351 and 352 will require an antlerless deer hunting access permit AND a universal antlerless deer license to hunt antlerless deer.
    • DMU 351 is made up of DMUs 021, 349, 249, 149, 017 and 117. DMU 352 is made up of DMUs 027, 036, 152 and 252. See the online deer management units map for a map of DMUs.
    • 1,000 access permits will be available in each of these two DMUs.
    • One antlerless deer hunting access permit for the DMU you are hunting in plus one universal antlerless deer license are required for each deer harvested.
  • If you hunt in DMUs 022, 122, 055, 155, 255 and 121 in the U.P., all you will need is a universal antlerless deer license to hunt antlerless deer.
  • DMUs 127, 066, 031, 131, 042, 007 and 048 in the northern part of the U.P. are closed to antlerless hunting.

Lower Peninsula deer hunters

If you are participating in a reserved deer hunt at Sharonville State Game Area, Shiawassee River National Wildlife Refuge or Shiawassee River State Game Area, you will need to apply for a reserved deer hunt access permit. Read more

Hunting

Kimber Shipping KDS9c 15-Round 9mm Pistols

TROY, AL — Kimber Mfg. has begun shipping the highly anticipated KDS9c 9mm, semi-automatic high capacity 1911 style pistol in both Black and Stainless-Steel models.

The new KDS9c is built to be the next generation of hammer fired semi-automatic pistol from Kimber. Delivering the highest capacity of any metal framed handgun in their lineup, the KDS9c is engineered from the ground up for concealed carry.

Featuring a 15+1 total capacity and optics ready capability, the KDS9c is a flexible design built to highlight the latest firearms trends for the individual looking for superior quality in an EDC handgun. To capitalize on this design, Kimber will offer three different types of optics plates that are compatible with Trijicon, Holosun, and Vortex red dot optics. The KDS9c features an alloy frame made with 7075 aerospace grade aluminum and features a fully integrated crosshatch textured design for the front strap and grip panels which deliver superior control. The KDS9c also utilizes a longer button for the magazine release which is reversable for left and right-handed shooters. A crisp 3.5-4.5lb trigger pull is at the heart of this new high-capacity masterpiece and provides class leading trigger characteristics you have come to expect from Kimber. Mountie Mizer, Vice President of Sales for Kimber stated: “This design was influenced by both dealer and consumer feedback; we are confident the market will love this new Double Stack. Since the NRA Show launch, we receive calls/request daily for the KDS9c, and early feedback from the events hosted via our Master Dealer base has been excellent with flawless operation and serviceability at range events.” The KDS9c will be available in states with capacity restrictions with a 10-round magazine. Read more

Firearms

Davidson’s Introduces Two New Exclusive Ruger 10/22 Carbines

PRESCOTT, Ariz. – Davidson’s, one of the nation’s top firearms, ammunition, optics, and accessories wholesalers, is pleased to announce two of its latest exclusive firearms produced in conjunction with Ruger.

The 10/22 is arguably the most popular 22 LR carbine in America. Davidson’s has produced more exclusive 10/22 models than probably any other firearm in its exclusive collection. The new models take advantage of striking finishes by Kryptek® – Kryptek Skyfall and Kryptek Nox.

Both variants have 16.12” barrels which are threaded at 1/2×28 thread pitch and include thread protectors. Front sights are brass bead and rear are folding adjustable sights. The receivers are drilled and tapped and scope bases are included for mounting the customers’ choice of optics. Each carbine ships with one 10-round rotary magazine.

Item#31182 has the Kryptek Skyfall camo pattern on the synthetic stock with a blued receiver and barrel.

Item#31183 has the Kryptek Nox camo patterned stock with a stainless finished receiver and barrel.

Each of these exclusive models carry an MSRP of $435.00. These new Davidson’s exclusives are in stock now and available for immediate shipment. Read more

Firearms

SK Customs Launches Second Pistol in “La Revolución” Series

HAYMARKET, Va.— SK Customs®, the Nation’s only series driven, limited edition manufacturer of custom firearms, is proud to introduce “Venustiano Carranza,” the second production in the historic Mexican “La Revolución” Series. This limited-edition design of the Colt 1911 Full Size Government Model chambered in 38 Super honors the rich history of the Mexican Revolution.

“After 7 years of civil unrest, Carranza provided much-needed hope for the Mexican Revolution,” said Simon Khiabani, owner and founder of SK Customs. “This limited-edition production follows the first firearm in the series, “Pancho Villa,” and represents the restoration of lands to native peoples, the separation of church and state and dramatic economic and educational reforms.”

Carranza, also known as “Primer Jefe” or First Chief, consolidated power in the capital, leading to a convention in 1916 to revise the liberal constitution. Carranza was elected the first president under the new revolutionary Mexican Constitution of 1917, serving from 1917 to 1920.

Each Carranza Colt 1911 Full Size Government Model, only 300 in production, features a highly polished royal blue finish with selective 24k gold controls. Each gun includes a special engraved edition number.

The left side of the firearm showcases the “Monument to the Revolution” in Mexico City with a Cannas floral scroll. An illustration of Carranza in 24k Gold on horseback, saluting as his constituents cheer, is engraved with, “Primer Jefe del Ejército Constitucionalista” (First Chief of the Constitutional Army). The forward slide art displays the Constitutional Army following Carranza into the city center with the words “Paseo De La Reforma” (Promenade of the Reform) engraved in 24k Gold. Read more

Firearms

TALO Introduces Colt ERS Spirit of America 1911

TALO Distributors, Inc. is proud to announce a new limited edition 1911 with long-time partner Colt’s Manufacturing.

TALO’s Colt Limited Edition ERS Spirit of America is a 45 Auto Government 1911 in stainless finish. This edition celebrates the spirit of America with scenes of a bald eagle flying over the Rockies with old glory waving and an artist’s rendering of Mt. Rushmore with an American flag. Accents include 24kt gold and pure silver, gold vine scrollwork, and a snake scale background – a gentle reminder… “Dont Tread on Me”.

This limited 1-of-500 run includes special ERS serial numbers as well. This denotes the Eagle, Rushmore, and Stainless finish. The barrel bushing, slide stop, magazine catch, thumb safety, hammer, and grip screws are bright brushed and plated in 24kt gold. It also includes cherry wood grips symbolic of the legend of young George Washington’s cherry tree, “I cannot tell a lie”.

Item number O1911C-SS-ERS is beginning to deliver to TALO member distributors over the next few months. Read more

Firearms

SAF Files Reply Brief in Challenge of Maryland CCW Law

BELLEVUE, WA – Attorneys representing the Second Amendment Foundation and its allies in a federal challenge of Maryland’s restrictive concealed carry statute today filed their reply to the state’s arguments against an earlier motion for a preliminary injunction in the case known as Novotny v. Moore.

The response brief was filed in U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland.

SAF is joined in the case by Maryland Shall Issue, the Firearms Policy Coalition and three private citizens, all of whom possess “wear and carry permits,” including Susan Burke of Reisterstown, Esther Rossberg of Baltimore, and Katherine Novotny of Aberdeen, for whom the lawsuit is named. They are represented by attorneys David H. Thompson and Peter A. Patterson at Cooper & Kirk in Washington, D.C., Mark W. Pennak at Maryland Shall Issue in Baltimore, and Matthew Larosiere from Lake Worth, Fla.

The lawsuit focuses on SB1, a bill signed by Gov. Wesley Moore, which has added new restrictions on where legally-licensed citizens may carry firearms for personal protection. Maryland is attempting to wildly expand so-called “sensitive places” in an attempt to virtually prohibit lawful, licensed concealed carry in almost every venue in the state outside of someone’s home or business.

“As we maintained in our initial lawsuit, the State of Maryland is desperately trying to justify its extremist policy by offering alleged historical analogues that don’t really exist,” said SAF founder and Executive Vice President Alan M. Gottlieb. “As we noted earlier, instead of trying to comply with the new guidelines set down in the Supreme Court’s Bruen ruling last year, Maryland lawmakers responded by adopting gun laws more restrictive than they were before. This is tantrum-level stubbornness usually confined to elementary school playgrounds, and it doesn’t belong in state legislatures or governors’ offices.” Read more

Gun Control

NSSF Challenges Hawaii’s Public Nuisance Law

WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, filed a legal challenge against Hawaii’s recently-enacted public nuisance law, which – unless it is enjoined – will allow frivolous lawsuits against members of the firearm industry for the criminal and negligent misuse of firearms by remote third parties. NSSF alleges the law is designed to evade the judgment of the U.S. Supreme Court and laws enacted by Congress.

“Hawaii is attempting to subvert the will of Congress when the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) was passed with a wide bipartisan majority in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate and signed into law by President George W. Bush,” said Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF’s Senior Vice President and General Counsel. “Public nuisance laws like Hawaii’s are nothing short of an attempt to drive ‘legislation through litigation,’ which is exactly why Congress passed PLCAA in the first place. These laws are unconstitutional and an abuse of the legal system to force a political agenda outside the legislative channels.” Read more

Gun Control

Michigan DNR expands pheasant release program for 2023 upland bird hunting season

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ highly anticipated pheasant release program is expanding for the upcoming pheasant hunting season. This year, the program will include:

  • Three times more rooster pheasants released than last year.
  • Four new release sites in Cass City, Crane Pond, Dansville and Stanton state game areas.
  • Additional releases in December on state game areas with an open pheasant hunting season.

This strategic expansion ensures a greater distribution of released pheasants and gives hunters even more options to explore Michigan’s diverse landscapes. Read more

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