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ACCOKEEK, Md. (January 23, 2019) –Two years after Benelli changed the shotgun world with the introduction of the Super Black Eagle 3, the brand’s flagship shotgun is now available with significant upgrades from the Benelli Performance Shop and legendary shotgun expert Rob Roberts. Designed for specific hunting purposes, the Performance Shop SBE3 Waterfowl shotgun and the Performance Shop SBE3 Turkey shotgun come with features and upgrades for suburb handling and performance in the field.

The Performance Shop SBE3 Waterfowl shotgun blends into the surroundings with its Cerakote Midnight Bronze receiver and barrel and OPTIFADE Marsh camo stock and forend. A HiVis CompSight tops the 28-inch barrel that is paired with three Rob Roberts chokes and five Benelli chokes. The SBE3 Waterfowl weighs in at a fast-moving 7 pounds. To round out the package, extra inserts for the front sight, a Paracord sling and Benelli’s 40-position shim kit that allow the shooter to find their perfect cast and drop come standard with the SBE3 Waterfowl. Read more

ACCOKEEK, Md. (January 23, 2019) – Franchi delivers best-in-class ergonomics and upgraded features in a beautifully styled over-and-under shotgun with the introduction of the Franchi Instinct LX. Available in 12 or 20 gauge, the Instinct LX combines Italian craftsmanship, American styling and Franchi’s rich heritage to produce a fast, reliable and smooth swinging gun for hunters and sport shooters.

The function of this shotgun is only outshined by its looks. An all-steel, case color hardened receiver displays engraved hunting scenes with inlayed gold birds, matching the gold-plated trigger. The overall aesthetic is enhanced with a AA-grade satin walnut Prince of Wales stock complimented by the Schnabel style forend and rounded pommel with cut checkering

Vented glossed-blue barrels with extended choke tubes deliver optimal patterning while the vented rib with a red fiber optic front sight keeps shooters on target. A safety-mounted selector switch allows shooters to choose which barrel fires first. All-steel auto ejectors throw spent shells well clear. The shotgun comes with extended choke tubes: improved cylinder, full and modified chokes, as well as a choke wrench for easy exchanges.

The Instinct LX is an heirloom quality hunting shotgun that performs as well as it looks. The shotgun comes in its own protective custom-fitted case for safe transportation and is backed by a seven-year warranty. Read more

(Midwest City, Oklahoma) – International Firearm Corporation, exclusive importer of an elite selection of European firearms is proud to announce the IFC exclusive, 12 gauge Bullpup Shotgun due to the overwhelming response to the other IFC exclusive, the .410 upper.

The design of this new shotgun is highly functional and incredibly effective. With the 20” barrel length and 26” overall length, the IFC Bullpup is one of the more compact shotguns on the market today. Chambered for up to three-inch shells, this shotgun was designed for every shooter in any situation and can handle common field loads up to slug, all cycling through a gas operated system. For further stability and accuracy, the IFC Bullpup comes equipped with an adjustable cheek piece and flip up front and rear sights. Too, adding extra value, the IFC Bullpup Shotgun come with a deluxe case, sling, shooting glasses and a removable front grip. Read more

ACCOKEEK, Md. (January 23, 2019) – The flagship waterfowl shotgun from Stoeger® has received upgrades to its performance and aesthetic features to create the company’s best semiautomatic shotgun for serious duck and goose hunters. The Stoeger M3500 Waterfowler Special has been designed with tried-and-true versatility and reliability at a great value.

The Waterfowler 3500 receiver and 28-inch barrel feature a striking Cerakote Flat Dark Earth finish. The stock and forend are finished with Realtree MAX-5™ camo. The gun is chambered for up to 3.5-inch shells but cycles 2¾- and 3-inch shells equally well without adjustment. The Waterfowler 3500 also comes with a paracord sling.

Loading, unloading and operating the Model 3500 in cold weather is made easier by the oversized bolt handle and bolt-release button. A specially machined and beveled loading port makes feeding shells into the magazine tube with gloved hands quick and efficient. Rugged, weather-resistant construction and finish stand up to the worst conditions. Read more

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Weatherby® Unveils the Limited Edition Mark V® Wyoming Commemorative Rifle, the First Rifles To Be Built in New Sheridan Facility.

Sheridan, WY – Weatherby, Inc is nearing the final steps in the move to Sheridan, WY from Paso Robles, California. The announcement of the move was made at SHOT SHOW 2018. Now a year later, Weatherby wants to mark the monumental amount of work that has been going into the move. The Wyoming commemorative has been designed by the team at Weatherby to honor Wyoming and all that the State has done to assist with the move.

There will be two versions of the Wyoming Commemorative rifles, the Gold and the Silver. Both versions will be chambered in the world famous .300 Weatherby Mag and will feature the widely recognizable “Bucking Horse and Rider” beautifully engraved on the floor plate. The highly figured walnut stocks ensures a seamless union between rifle and shooter with its raised-comb Monte Carlo design, right-side palm swell and a custom designed mountain scene integrated into the classic fine line checkering. Read more

Bend, OR – The new Nosler M48 Mountain Carbon Ultra Lightweight Rifle is the latest addition to Nosler’s high-performance rifle line. The Mountain Carbon is comprised of premium, lightweight components offering hunters supreme performance in a six-pound platform.

The Nosler Rifle Division spent the last few years watching the “Ultra-Lightweight” rifle market grow and develop into a complete niche of its own. With all this in mind, a plan was developed with experts from Ballistics Engineers, Carbon Fiber/Fiberglass Stock making experts as well as the industry’s authorities in Carbon wrapped barrels. Thus, was born the All NEW M48 Mountain Carbon Rifle. A Rifle with not just weight in mind, but accuracy and dependability that won’t break the bank.

Starting with the Nosler M48 bolt action mated to a match grade, cut rifled carbon wrapped barrel that is bedded into a Granite Green Ultra-light Mountain Hunter stock. All steel surfaces are then coated in Tungsten Grey Cerakote. The finished product comes in at 6 pounds with Sub MOA accuracy that is balanced with a feel like an extension of your arm. Read more

New-For-2019 12 Gauge Combines Premium Features With Great Value,

Comes in Walnut, Synthetic and Camouflage

Dickinson Arms has bolstered its extensive line of quality shotguns with the addition of the new Eclipse Semi-Automatic 12-Gauge. This new-for-2019 model made its industry debut at the 2019 SHOT Show, and is sure to be a hit with hunters and sport shooters alike.

The Eclipse features Dickinson’s proven gas-operated mechanism for reduced recoil and reliable cycling on the range or in the field. Available in 26”, 28” and 30” barrel lengths and a variety of stock types, shooters can find a new Eclipse that delivers the ideal combination of looks, feel and performance. Read more