Ravin X Factor Crossbows

Ravin Crossbows Introduces Three New Crossbows with Silent Cocking

SUPERIOR, WISCONSIN— Ravin Crossbows is adding some X Factor to three brand new 2022 bows—and that means they’re coming with the highly sought after fully- integrated silent cocking. It’s Ravin’s latest upgrade to these already popular, powerful, cutting-edge crossbows.

First out of the gate is the R26X, which is available and shipping now. The R26X takes the compact R26 platform with HeliCoil Technology and adds the highly desired silent cocking feature to give you a whisper quiet draw every single time. The blazing speed and slim frame that makes this bow such a killer stay the same, but the color is new—all black.

Next up, the new R10X spices up the best-selling Ravin R10, adding 20 FPS of speed to amp it up to a wicked 420 FPS. The newly designed stock includes an adjustable cheek pad and butt stock, and along with the addition of integrated silent cocking, hunters now have more advantage when targets draw near. The R10X is expected in Spring 2022 and will also come in all black.

The final X Factor crossbow, the R5X, features a newly designed stock with an adjustable cheek pad and butt stock and combines that with the front end of an R26, melding the standard and bullpup styles. The result is a tactical, all black crossbow that shoots 400 FPS—with fully integrated silent cocking—measuring 31” long utilizing a conventional stock and 5.75” axle-to-axle when fully cocked. Read more

Archery

Taurus Introduces TX22 Competition “Steel Challenge Ready” Rimfire

December 2021 (Bainbridge, GA) – Taurus, manufacturer of premium handguns for defense, hunting, and sport shooting, expands the groundbreaking TX22 lineup with the introduction of the most factory-ready Target handgun ever—the TX22 Competition SCR.

The TX22 Competition SCR is the next iteration of Taurus’ standout .22LR semi-auto. This is the full-size rimfire that captured the Guns & Ammo Handgun of the Year award for its exceptional design, reliable performance, diverse applications, and surprisingly low price point. In 2021, Taurus revisited the TX22 platform with a competition-focused version that introduced a new slide and barrel configuration to accommodate red dot optics and to improve balance for faster sight reacquisition.

Now, Taurus moves the TX22 platform to the next level with the TX22 Competition SCR (Steel Challenge Ready).

The TX22 Competition SCR builds on the original TX22 Competition model with its precision engineered slide and match-grade bull barrel. The “skeletonized” slide with enlarged ejection port is designed so that a red dot optic can be mounted to the barrel and to help prevent any issue during ejection of empty shells. This mounting configuration significantly enhances accuracy compared to a slide-mounted optic platform. Two adapter plates each featuring two mounting patterns are included to interface the leading red dot sights on the market today with the barrel. Read more

Firearms

Federal and Speer Ammunition Awarded FBI Contracts

ANOKA, Minnesota –– The FBI awarded Federal and Speer Ammunition in all four categories of its handgun ammunition bid. This prestigious award keeps 35,000 employees trained and ready for duty. Three of the rounds will be manufactured in the Anoka, Minnesota facility and the other will be built in Lewiston, Idaho.

Federal and Speer were the only brands to be collectively awarded in all four ammunition categories: Service (Full Size), Service (Micro), Reduced-Lead Training, and Frangible. Federal and Speer were the primary for the Training and Frangible rounds with secondary designations for the full size and micro service rounds.

“It is an honor that our brands continue to be selected for use by the most trusted law enforcement agency and value the products we make,” said Federal’s President Jason Vanderbrink. “The ongoing validation of the technology and performance found in every round of ammunition made by our highly skilled American workforce brings great pride to our company.”

This Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contract is a one-year base contract with four possible option years. “We are excited to build the FBI the best bullets on the market for both duty and training,” said David Leis, Federal and Speer’s Vice President of Law Enforcement, Government and International Sales. “This is a win for our engineering team as the FBI will be utilizing new as well as refined bullet technology in their firearms for both service and training.”

Federal ammunition can be found at dealers nationwide or purchased online direct from Federal. For more information on all products from Federal or to shop online, visit www.federalpremium.com. For information on Speer visit www.speer.com.

Ammunition

3 Surefire Tips for Calling in More Bobcats

Make your next bobcat hunt a success, with these tried-and-true strategies.

Euless, TX — Notoriously wary, bobcats challenge the most experienced hunters. Because of bobcats’ fine-tuned senses, they can certainly be difficult to call in. Even so, successfully calling in one of these wary cats provides an adrenaline rush unlike any other, as many hunters have discovered.

While calling in a bobcat is anything but easy, a few simple strategies can help you get the most out of your next hunt.

First, up your game by using a higher quality electronic call that produces better sounds. Many older electronic calls feature a horn-style speaker system and run off of AA batteries; neither is ideal for creating a premium sound quality. Convergent’s Bullet HP, however, features a powerful, integrated Li-ION rechargeable battery and conical speaker design, which is the style of speaker most often used for the best sound quality today. Because it produces a more vibrant, fuller sound, the Bullet HP is a simple yet effective way to draw in those leery, call-shy bobcats that never present a shot.

Second, don’t give the local bobcat population a free education. With so many new and inexperienced hunters heading afield, it’s common to see older, cheaper calls getting a lot of airtime in the field. The result is a highly call-literate population, making these notoriously skittish critters even more challenging to call into shooting range. A call with poor sound quality is a great way to give a free education, which is why a quality call, like the Convergent Hunting Solutions Bullet HP Bluetooth electronic call, is so crucial to the success of your next hunt.

Third, stick to the basics. Instead of getting fancy with exotic call patterns and advanced hunting strategies, the best way to improve your bobcat hunting game is to drill down on the fundamentals. The fundamentals include setting up appropriately for wind direction, maintaining concealment and mastering the use of an electronic call with a few go-to, high-quality sounds. A premium electronic call helps newbies, and hunters of all experience levels, to produce the most consistent calls. Available in the Google Play or Apple App Store, Convergent’s Predator Pro app features a sound library with the most reliable calls, from distress sounds to different bird noises. In addition, the app can be used to pair your smartphone with the Bullet HP calls wirelessly up to 300 feet away, with four presets to save your favorite calls.


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Hunting

Hornady Security RAPiD Safe AR Gunlocker

Grand Island, NE – In a vehicle or at home, Hornady Security’s RAPiD® Safe AR Gunlocker delivers ready access and tamper-proof security for tactical rifles and shotguns. The RAPiD AR Gunlocker employs the instant speed of an RFID lock with a spring-loaded door for ultra-fast access. The AR Gunlocker mounts horizontally or vertically, providing convenient mounting options in the closet, under a bed or the back of an SUV.

All Hornady Security® RAPiD® Safes offer quick, dependable firearm access using patented RFID technology while providing unmatched security from unauthorized users. The AR Gunlocker fits two carbine-size guns, while the Gunlocker XL secures up to three tactical length shotguns or rifles. Both include fitted foam inserts that hold guns firm inside the safe yet allow quick deployment.

Hornady Security’s RAPiD safes use patented RFID lock-opening technology. Swiping an RFID-equipped wristband, key fob or decal over the safe’s sensor instantly opens its spring-assisted lid. A programmable digital keypad and mechanical key offer additional entry methods. An AC-powered lock with battery backup provides 24/7 protection and rapid access. Programming other Hornady RFID safes add the convenience of opening multiple safes with the same tags. Read more

Firearms

Wildgame Innovations Introduces the Terra Cell Wireless Trail Camera

Wildgame Innovations (WGI), manufacturer of advanced trail cameras, game feeders, and attractants, continues to expand its wireless camera technology with the new Terra Cell wireless trail camera and one of the lowest data plans on the market—$12 a month unlimited plan with no contracts, cancel at any time!

The Terra Cell is the first WGI camera to use hardware that is network-certified by both AT&T and Verizon wireless networks. This certified technology eliminates any previous frustration experienced by trail camera users whose manufacturers rely on third-party brokers and support when problems arise.

Terra Cell purchasers can choose either AT&T- or Verizon-compatible models based on their preferred service provider. Both models are fully supported by the Wildgame Innovations HuntSmart™ app. With the HuntSmart™ app, users can explore a full spectrum of data, including one of the lowest data plans on the market with a $12 per month unlimited plan with no contracts, or the free plan if using less than 100 images a month (great for remote security).

Don’t have AT&T or Verizon phones? No problem! The Terra Cell camera only needs either ATT or Verizon service where the camera is located and it will send directly to the user’s phone even if the service is Sprint, US Cellular, Google, T-mobile, or other carriers. Read more

Wildlife

Springfield Armory Announces Operator .45 ACP 1911

GENESEO, ILL. (12/20/21) – Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of the new Operator®, a no-nonsense duty-grade 1911 pistol that stands ready to deliver.

Noteworthy features of the new Operator pistol include the Tactical Rack rear/tritium front sight set, rugged G10 VZ Grips®, ambidextrous safety, two eight-round magazines with bumper pads, forward slide serrations and more.

The pistol features a rugged, low-key black Cerakote finish on its forged steel slide and frame, ensuring both protection against the elements and the durability to provide a lifetime of service. Durability is further enhanced by the use of steel parts in the pistol’s construction, such as the flat mainspring housing. The frame features an integrated Picatinny accessory rail on the dustcover that allows users to equip the pistol with the light, laser or combo unit of their choice.

The 5″ match-grade barrel, made from forged stainless steel for the utmost in durability and ruggedness, is designed to deliver the maximum in both barrel life and downrange performance. To provide users with simple, tool-free takedown in the field, the Operator features a traditional barrel bushing for ease and simplicity. Read more

Firearms

Primary Arms Optics Releases New PLx Rifle Scope Mounts

Primary Arms Optics has released a new line of rifle scope mounts for their premium PLx product line.

As part of the PLx line, these mounts meet the exacting demands of professional use, offering impeccable craftsmanship and advanced features from state-of-the-art production facilities. PLx Scope Mounts are 100% US-made and feature Grade 12.9 steel hardware with a proprietary Black Electroless Nickel coating for unmatched durability in austere conditions. The innovative three-bolt design distributes recoil evenly with over 6,500 lbs of clamping force. Combined with dual machined recoil lugs and 3 cross bolt lugs, PLx mounts can resist heavy impacts and sustained gunfire without ever shifting your zero—all while remaining lightweight and compact.

“In the field, a scope is only as good as its mount. That’s why we designed our new PLx scope mounts, which put quality materials and engineering above all else,” says Stephen Morgan, Director of Product Marketing at Primary Arms Optics. “PLx mounts are 100% made in the USA and feature high-strength steel hardware, so you can trust their reliability when you need it most.” Read more

Firearms

U.S. Army Awards Winchester $20 Million Series of Next Generation Squad Weapons Contracts

EAST ALTON, IL (January 3, 2022) — Winchester, the largest manufacturer of small caliber ammunition for the U.S. military, announced that the U.S. Army has awarded the company a total of $20 million in cost-plus and firm-fixed-price contracts related to ammunition development, manufacturing facility requirements analysis and production capacity planning for the 6.8mm Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW) program.

Work will be performed at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant (LCAAP) in Independence, Missouri, the United States’ only government-owned, contractor-operated small caliber ammunition production facility. These projects were awarded under Winchester’s $8 billion contract to operate LCAAP.

“Winchester is honored to have been selected by the U.S. Army to execute NGSW program activities at Lake City,” said Brett Flaugher, president of Winchester Ammunition. “The NGSW program represents our military’s significant investment in the future U.S. Warfighter, and the work being performed under these contracts is the genesis for generations of NGSW programs to come.” Read more

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