CMMG Introduces New Ultra-Compact BANSHEE Line

Boonville, MO–CMMG has announced the addition of a new series of short barreled rifles (SBR’s) and AR Pistols that will be known as the BANSHEE line.  The BANSHEE’s sleek new design sports the shortest barrels CMMG offers in 9mm, .45 ACP, 300 BLK and .22 Long Rifle.   This ultra-compact and lightweight platform is extremely portable, making the BANSHEE a great option for close protection, home defense, plinking, competition shooting or any other application that benefits from the reduced size.

Each version of the BANSHEE sports CMMG’s new ambidextrous charging handle, as well as an ambidextrous sling plate and ambidextrous safety selector.  The BANSHEE comes standard with CMMG’s Premier Cerakote finish, an RML M-LOK Hand Guard and a Magpul MOE Pistol Grip.  The AR Pistol versions each come with a Tailhook Mod 2 Brace. Read more

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Volume Control: CMMG Rolls Out DefCan Suppressor Line

Boonville, MO–CMMG has introduced its all-new DefCan suppressor line.  With the addition of the DefCan suppressor line,  CMMG now offers its customers the ability to quiet their firearms down to a safer, more comfortable sound level.  Pairing a firearm with a DefCan suppressor not only makes that next trip to the range more enjoyable, it also makes it possible for hunters to be out in the field without traditional hearing protection and not risk long-term hearing damage at the expense of trying to listen for the sounds of animals.

CMMG’s DefCan suppressor line has a wide-range of offerings that will meet the needs of shooters from a variety of disciplines, ranging from personal defense, to the long-range shooters, to hunters.  DefCan suppressors are not only optimized for decibel reduction, but are also lightweight, durable and being offered at an affordable price point. Read more

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Taurus USA Moving to Bainbridge, Georgia

(Miami, FL) – Taurus Holdings, Inc.(“Taurus USA”)  announces plans to establish a manufacturing facility in Bainbridge, Georgia, part of Decatur County, creating over 300 new jobs with a combined investment of over $22.5MM in infrastructure and operations. Taurus USA, through its subsidiaries, manufactures or distributes the popular Taurus®, Rossi®, and Heritage™ Manufacturing product lines.
“Taurus USA’s decision to locate to Bainbridge is not only a win for the community, but for the region,” said Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) Commissioner Pat Wilson. “Georgia has a long history in the manufacturing industry sector, and we are excited to add Taurus to the long list of manufacturers that are based here. I am confident that our thriving pro-business environment and unmatched logistics network along with the abundance of resources available in Bainbridge including a skilled workforce will allow Taurus to succeed in Georgia.”

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ZEISS’s 2018 Tax Refund Days Promotion

Thornwood, NY –

The ZEISS annual “Tax Refund Days” promotion includes the all-new Conquest V4 family of riflescopes. Introduced at SHOT Show 2018, the Conquest V4 represents the company’s newest line-up of 30mm hunting and shooting riflescopes configured with second focal plane reticle designs and an external elevation turret with Ballistic Stop.  Models include the 1-4×24, 3-12×56, 4-16×44, and 6-24×50 models.  Purchase any of these models and receive a $100.00 immediate in-store accessory credit at time of purchase.

Consumers can take advantage of this promotion at time of purchase through participating ZEISS Authorized Sports Optics Retailers throughout the United States. The promotion runs from April 15th – May 15th, 2018. Read more

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Boone and Crockett Club Releases Position on CWD

MISSOULA, Mont. (April 11, 2018) – The Boone and Crockett Club, the oldest hunter-conservationist organization in North America, has released a position statement on Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD).

“CWD is not new news, but its threat to deer and elk is increasing, which should be a concern to every sportsman,” said Ben B. Hollingsworth Jr., president of the Boone and Crockett Club. “As hunter-conservationists, we’ve had to address threats to wildlife before, but none like this.” Read more

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Leupold Announces New QRW2 and PRW2 Rings

BEAVERTON, Ore. — Leupold & Stevens, Inc. has expanded its diverse catalog of ring mounts with the introduction of the new QRW2 and PRW2 lines. The new rings are an evolution of the popular QRW™ and PRW™ products, respectively. Based on the familiar cross-slot design, both the QRW2 and PRW2 mounts feature a solid steel construction that has been extreme recoil tested, ensuring they live up to Leupold’s legendary level of rugged performance.

The QRW2 and PRW2 lines are precision machined for perfect alignment and offer universal cross-slot compatibility – they’ll fit Weaver and Picatinny rails. A low-profile design offers a streamlined look and feel. The QRW2 line offers a simple, proven, detachable option, while the PRW2 line is meant for a more permanent mounting solution. Read more

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Beretta USA Enters the Precision Long Range Field

(Accokeek, MD)   Beretta USA is pleased to announce our entrance into the precision long range competitive field through our corporate sponsorship of recent competitions.

As the sport of long distance shooting evolves, Beretta continues to offer a full array of supremely accurate guns to fit every budget. Beretta is equipping sport shooters, SWAT officers, law enforcement officers, elite military units, and long/extra-long-range shooters with our product lines of the Tikka TAC A1, Sako TRG, and Victrix Armaments.

Featuring an all-aluminum machined stock capable of withstanding NATO’s tortuous drop tests, Tikka’s TAC A1 is the perfect precision firearm for both beginners and production class shooters. An open class gun at a production class price, this rifle features a hard-wearing cold hammer forged barrel and silky-smooth action and is available in .308 Win, .206 Rem, and 6.5 Creedmoor with various barrel lengths.

Our Sako TRG rifle line is currently equipping snipers in law enforcement and elite military units in 19 different countries. This line centers around the brands’ flagship model, the multicaliber M10, and now includes fixed caliber choices for the TRG 42 and 22 as well as the new TRG 42 A1 and 22A1.

Recently, Beretta has sponsored numerous sniper challenge matches including the 2018 Bushnell Elite Sniper Challenge and the 2018 Steel City Precision Challenge.

The 2018 Bushnell Elite Sniper Challenge in Clinton, SC comprised of 49 two-man teams who competed in a 3-day ruck-style competition that recreated some of the most prominent sniper engagements in history. These simulations included ‘Black Hawk Down’ style situations such as shooting from a rolled over car and out of a wrecked helicopter.

Beretta has also recently sponsored the inaugural Honey Badger Classic, which is a sporting clays tournament that benefits the Green Beret Foundation. Read more

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Ballistic’s Premiere Ballistic Calculator Platform

Ballistic offers long-range shooters the premier Ballistic Calculation Platform used by hundreds of thousands of shooting competitors, hunters, and handloaders. But there’s no need to take our word for it.

No less that Gun Digest, arguably the nation’s top firearms publication, rated Ballistic the top ballistic apps on the market. Gun Digest noted that Ballistic,

“And when it comes to these incredible programs there are few – if any – that hold a candle to Peak Studios’ Ballistic. The iPhone/iPad application might be the most complete tool developed for precision shooting to date.”

The popular shooting website,Range365.com, featured Ballistic in the article, “Long Range Made Easy,” and specifically applauded the many superior features built into Ballistic. Read more

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IFC Announces Exclusive Offer of New BUL 1911 Classic Series Pistol

Midwest City, OK – International Firearm Corporation, exclusive importer of an elite selection of European firearms is proud to introduce the 1911 Classic Series from BUL LTD of Israel to American shooters for the first time. International Firearm Corporation is the exclusive US importer and distributor of BUL pistols and these three new 1911 models, brand new for 2018 and at a retail price of $649 are without question the best quality and best value on the market to date.

BUL Ltd has been producing and specializing in the manufacturing of pistols since 1990. The company built its reputation on the legendary BUL M5 pistol, one of the first high capacity polymer framed 1911s to hit the market, which utilized innovative polymer injection molding techniques. They also specialize in custom pistols for all 1911 addicts, as well as competitive shooters and collectors. Add their proven legacy and design, state of the art materials, machinery and technology, combined with superb craftsmanship that only master gunsmiths can deliver, these unique handguns own the category for best quality and price.

The BUL 1911 Classic Series was created because the 1911 design has served in conflicts around the world, trusted by law enforcement as well as civilians for personal defense. As most 1911 enthusiasts know, the options on this platform are almost endless, so BUL took the enhancements they believed to be the most important and combined them into our 1911 line in an attempt to cater for every need. The 1911 Classic Series is available in three different configurations. The Government model 1911 features a 5 inch barrel, front and rear slide serration, an enlarged safety lever, and mag well with full length G10 Grips. The Commander 1911 features a 4.25 inch barrel, G10 Grips, black oxide finish on the frame and stainless steel slide, and the same front and rear slide serration. The Ultra 1911 is the lightest and most compact of the configurations weighing in at 1.51 pounds and making it ideal for concealed carry. It has a 3.25 inch barrel built on an officer size aluminum frame. It also features G10 Grips All priced at $649, nothing on the market compares to the premium quality of these BUL 1911s at such an affordable price. Read more

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Don’t Prune Oak Trees in Spring, Summer

Oak wilt, caused by a fungus, makes oak trees suddenly wilt from the top down. Symptoms are most likely to appear from June through September.</div

>Have an oak tree on your property? To keep it healthy, don’t prune it from mid-April through the summer. That’s a key time for infection with oak wilt, a serious disease that can weaken white oaks and kill red oak trees within weeks.

Oak wilt, caused by a fungus, has been reported throughout the Midwest, including Michigan, said Ryan Wheeler,  invasive species biologist with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

Red oaks are most susceptible to the disease. These trees have leaves with pointed tips and include black oak, northern red oak and northern pin oak. Trees in the white oak group have rounded leaf edges and include white oak and swamp white oak. They are less susceptible. Read more

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