Hall of Fame Archer Leaves a Lasting Mark on the Shooting Sports

Byron Ferguson, the internationally renowned longbow archer whose impossible shots drew standing-room crowds around the world, passed away early this month. A fixture of archery exhibitions for decades, Ferguson blended showmanship with old-school craftsmanship, turning a traditional bow into a precision instrument and inspiring generations to pick up the sport.

Ferguson’s feats became legend. Famous for his coin trick, he once shot eight dimes in a row out of the air. His most difficult shot came on the television program Super People in Tokyo, where he sent an arrow cleanly through a diamond ring. On American television, he became a household name for viewers of American Shooter on TNN, ESPN, ESPN2, and OLN, where his “Shot of the Week” segment was the most-watched portion of the show for a decade. He later appeared on Shooting USA on The Outdoor Channel and on Impossible Shots, and served as host and producer of TNN’s Everything Outdoors, billed as the world’s first “how-to” outdoor TV program.

His exhibitions spanned the globe, with performances in France, Japan, Chile, Italy, Spain, Canada, the United States, Sweden, Austria, Germany, Finland, and Brazil. He took traditional archery into mainstream pop culture with appearances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Extreme Marksman, and Super Human, always with the calm, exacting presence that defined his stage persona.

A teacher as well as a performer, Ferguson authored Become the Arrow, a book that distilled his philosophy of focus, form, and follow-through. In 2023, he launched Byron Ferguson Productions, a full-service video production company dedicated to telling outdoor stories and passing on hard-earned lessons to a new generation of shooters and filmmakers.

Recognition followed a lifetime of dedication. In 2023, Ferguson was inducted into the Archery Hall of Fame, a fitting honor for a man whose name had become synonymous with instinctive shooting and precision under pressure. His legacy endures wherever a longbow is strung and a target hangs, and is proof that, in the right hands, traditional archery can still astonish. Read more

Archery

Remington’s Core-Lokt Now Shipping in 400 Legend

LONOKE, Ark. –– Remington Ammunition announces the expansion of its trusted Core-Lokt rifle ammunition line with the addition of the 400 Legend cartridge. This cartridge provides more energy and penetration than the .350 Legend and is similar to a .450 Bushmaster, but with less recoil. The new Remington load is now being delivered to dealers nationwide, providing all the proven performance that the time-tested Core-Lokt bullet is known for.

Core-Lokt 400 Legend Ammo | 210 Grain, 2250 FPS

“Generations of hunters have trusted the Core-Lokt line for one reason—it works,” said, Jon Langenfield, Product Engineering Director at Remington Ammunition. “We’re excited to offer Core-Lokt in 400 Legend. This is a cartridge that continues to grow in popularity thanks to its straight-wall and intermediate capabilities in the field.”

Known as The Deadliest Mushroom in the Woods, Core-Lokt is the original controlled expansion bullet. Its tapered copper jacket is mechanically locked to a solid lead core, delivering deep penetration and consistent weight retention. These new chamberings expand the versatility of the Core-Lokt family, giving hunters trusted performance in more platforms than ever before.

Part No. / Description / MSRP
R400L1 / 400 Legend, 210 Grain Core-Lokt, 20-count box / $43.99 Read more

Ammunition

GOA, Gun Owners Foundation & VCDL Win Major Victory in Virginia Universal Background Check Case

Gun Owners of America, Gun Owners Foundation and the Virginia Citizens Defense League (VCDL) have secured a permanent injunction against the State of Virginia’s universal background check law (Virginia Code Section 18.2-308.2:5) in the case of Wilson v. Hanley.

GOA, GOF and our allies filed suit in June of 2020, challenging the law as soon as it was enacted. Today’s victory affirms that universal background checks are inconsistent with the Second Amendment. Read more

General

Henry’s SPD HUSH Series Wins Best New Rifle Caliber Award

RICE LAKE, Wis. — The SPD HUSH Series from Henry Repeating Arms has been named Best New Rifle in the 2025 Caliber Awards, presented by the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) and the Professional Outdoor Media Association (POMA) during the NASGW Expo & Annual Meeting in Grapevine, Texas.

Launched in April at the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits as the first release under Henry’s Special Products Division (SPD), Henry’s Ultimate Suppressor Host (HUSH) Series is purpose-built to maximize the inherent strengths of the lever action platform as a suppressor host. Quieter than a semi-automatic and faster to operate than a bolt action, the rifles maintain a natural point of balance and overall weight even with the addition of a suppressor, which is achieved through the combination of a lightweight, match-grade 416R stainless steel barrel shrouded in a tension-wrapped carbon fiber sleeve and a skeletonized aluminum M-LOK® handguard to reduce weight forward of the receiver.

“Our Special Products Division is one for one with major industry awards, which says a lot about the talent and creativity of the team,” said Anthony Imperato, Founder and CEO of Henry Repeating Arms. “The early success of the SPD HUSH Series shows that innovation is alive and in good hands at Henry, and we may need to invest in a bigger trophy case for what’s to come.” Read more

Firearms

Time to Prep Your Trees for the Fall

The weather is slowly starting to cool as fall takes full effect in Michigan. There are a few things you can do to help prepare and protect your trees for the change of seasons:

    • Mulching: Add a new layer of mulch to better maintain moisture levels and buffer extreme temperature changes in the soil. Remember, doughnuts not volcanoes.
    • Fertilizing: Adding a slow-release fertilizer in the fall helps provide a nutrient boost over the winter and can promote root growth.
    • Watering: As temperatures drop and trees begin to head into dormancy, they don’t need as much water. You can water up until the first freeze, but make sure soils are just a little damp and not soaked.
    • Pruning: Now is a good time to prune out any dead, damaged, or diseased limbs in your trees.
    • Trunk protection: Sunscald or southwest damage occurs on young and thin barked trees in the winter. Bucks will scrape trees with their antlers, scraping off the bark and damaging the cambium. Tree guards can be placed around trunks to protect against this damage.
    • Inspections: Visual inspections can be done year-round, but this time of the year it might be easier to see changes in your tree.

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Wildlife

Reloading Data for Federal’s New 7mm Backcountry Cartridge Now Available

ANOKA, Minnesota –– Federal’s 7mm Backcountry is a new high-performance hunting cartridge boosted by all-new, patented one-piece, high-strength Peak Alloy case technology, which provides magnum performance in a standard bolt face rifle. Through 20-inch barrels and with 170-grain bullets, it can achieve 3,000 feet per second. Federal has recently published reloading data on its brand website’s product information page.

Backcountry | Federal Premium

One of the marvels of Federal’s 7mm Backcountry cartridge is that it’s built with exclusive new materials and technologies, allowing it to perform far beyond conventional ammunition. And it retains that all-so-important ability to be reloaded. Earlier this year, Federal posted a short video showing the process as well as the performance of handloaded rounds. Read more

Ammunition

Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Stealth Hunter Now in 30-30 Win

MARYVILLE, TN. – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, announces the release of the Model 1854 Stealth Hunter, chambered in .30-30 Win.

Starting today, the Stealth Hunter rifle platform is now available in the iconic American .30-30 Win cartridge. Built for both passionate hunters and shooting enthusiasts alike, these exceptional models seamlessly blend modern design with classic craftsmanship. This ensures not only superior reliability and performance in the field but also a deep respect for the time-honored techniques that have shaped hunting for generations.

These rifles boast a 5+1 capacity, a compact 16.5-inch 410 stainless-steel barrel, an overall weight of 6.95 pounds, and a total length of 34.3 inches. In addition to their sleek, all-black Armornite® aesthetic, the Model 1854 Stealth Hunters are equipped with a variety of modern upgrades that boost performance right out of the box. Key features include a meticulously engineered flat trigger design that promotes consistent finger placement for improved accuracy, an extended 10.5-inch Picatinny rail that offers a versatile platform for a broader range of optic compatibility, a large loop lever that facilitates effortless cycling, and a 5/8-24 threaded muzzle to accommodate suppressors, enabling quieter operation during hunting or target shooting.

The uniquely designed T6 aluminum forend is not only lightweight but also offers exceptional durability. It features fifteen M-LOK® compatible slots that allow for seamless accessory attachments, such as grips and lights. Additionally, the innovative HIVIZ® Litewave H3® fiber optic front sight significantly improves visibility, ensuring optimal performance in both low-light and daylight conditions, making it an ideal choice for various shooting environments. Read more

General

Springfield Armory Launches New Hellcat OSP .380

Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of the newest addition to the Hellcat® family, the Hellcat OSP .380. Chambered for the popular and highly controllable .380 round, this Hellcat is designed as a purpose-built micro-compact that delivers effective defensive performance while remaining extremely easy to conceal.

The Hellcat .380 takes everything that made the original 9mm version so popular and adds a softer shooting impulse. Combine this with its slim, lightweight dimensions, and you get exceptional control and effortless concealment. Paired with modern defensive ammunition, it delivers reliable penetration and expansion for potent personal defense.

This Optic Sight Pistol (OSP) in .380 is unique in its class in that it’s designed from the ground up to be optics-ready. Like the original 9mm Hellcat, the new .380 features a removable cover plate that conceals an interface cut designed to accept Shield RMSc/SMSc-pattern optics. Due to the direct-mount design, the optic sits low enough for the pistol’s U-Dot sights to co-witness with the red dot. Read more

Firearms

FPC Sues California to Strike Down Gov. Newsom’s New “Glock Ban

Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC), joined by the National Rifle Association, Second Amendment Foundation, and three FPC members, filed a major new federal lawsuit—Jaymes v. Bonta—to block California’s unconstitutional new ban on Glock and Glock-style handguns, some of the most popular firearms in America. The full complaint is available at firearmspolicy.org/jaymes-v-bonta.

The move to strike down the new law comes just three days after California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1127 into law. Under AB 1127, California firearm dealers will be prohibited from selling a broad class of popular and constitutionally protected semiautomatic handguns, including Glocks. Jaymes v. Bonta builds on FPC’s important and ongoing Renna v. Bonta lawsuit, which seeks to strike down the entire California “handgun roster” ban that prevents sales of many other popular handguns in the Golden State.

As detailed in the Jaymes complaint, the plaintiffs challenge California Penal Code § 27595(a), which bans the sale or transfer of Glock and Glock-style handguns with cruciform trigger bars. “These handguns are in common use; indeed, they are among the most popular firearms in the nation,” the filing explains. If the law takes effect, Californians “will have no practical way to acquire them”—a direct violation of the Second Amendment. Read more

Gun Control

Taurus Fall Cash-Back Offers

October 16 – December 21, 2025

Bainbridge, GA – Ready to upgrade your carry game with a new 9mm pistol or revolver? For a limited time, Taurus® is giving customers more reasons to buy with two exciting cash-back offers running now through December 21, 2025.

Buy any qualifying Taurus® G-Series 9mm pistol and get $30 back, and buy any new Taurus® or Rossi® revolver and get $30 back with each purchase. With so many qualifying models, there’s something for every shooter and every style.

Whether you want a slim, snag-free concealed carry pistol or the tried-and-true reliability of a wheelgun, there’s never been a better time to buy.

Taurus G-Series $30 Savings Event — Feel the Upgrade

Buy any qualifying Taurus® G-Series 9mm pistol and receive a $30 rebate. The G-Series is built for performance, comfort, and everyday reliability, offering modern ergonomics and trusted dependability that make it a smart choice for carry, home defense, or range time.

Qualifying G-Series Models Include: Read more

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