Crimson Trace Releases New Riflescope Line

(Wilsonville, OR) – America’s Top Brand of laser sights, Crimson Trace®, today announced the release of 11 new riflescopes designed to meet the needs of tactical, long range, hunting and recreational firearms enthusiasts. This new custom-designed riflescope line ranges from a 1-4X24mm in the sporting line up to a 5-25X56mm long-range tactical riflescope. Riflescopes designed for short, medium, and long range applications are included in each of the three series and numerous custom reticles are offered.

“We’re extremely excited to enter the large and diverse riflescope market with these feature packed products,” said Lane Tobiassen, President of Crimson Trace and American Outdoor Brands Corporation’s Electro-Optics Division. “Consumers can expect the same high-quality engineering and design that Crimson Trace has been providing for nearly 25 years.”

Each riflescope incorporates advanced exterior and interior components designed by Crimson Trace engineers in Oregon. Other features include advanced ED fully multi-coated Japanese glass with illuminated custom reticles in the first focal plane to ensure consistent sizes. The new riflescopes incorporate seven custom-designed reticles with specific purposes and applications.

Each riflescope offers a range of magnification options and provides generous eye relief. The line includes models with 30mm and 34mm one-piece tubes with objective lenses in diameters ranging from 24mm to 56mm. All new riflescopes include specially designed turrets, making adjustments easier when wearing gloves. All riflescopes are equipped with flip-up caps on the ocular and objective lenses to protect the glass and help keep the riflescope clean. Subdued internal components reduce glare and bright spots resulting in improved vision and a clearer image. The line also includes a 3-9X40mm riflescope with an illuminated reticle and 34mm tube and two 1-8X28mm riflescopes with 34mm tubes. Read more

Optics

New 40 Foot Bear Spray from Counter Assault

Counter Assault once again has proven to be the leader in bear spray, making the first true advance in twenty years.

Counter Assault has developed and received EPA registration for the very first 40-foot bear spray on the market. In addition, this product is the only bear deterrent pepper spray to meet the requirements of the EPA Significant New Alternative Policy (SNAP) of the Clean Air Act relating to ozone depleting substances. Counter Assault has taken the lead in the industry and moved forward with meeting these important environmental goals.

Counter Assault has a long history of leading product innovation, regulatory standards and sustainability. In July 1991, Counter Assault developed the first bear deterrent pepper spray to achieve Canada Health registration and in May 1998, was the first company to receive EPA registration for bear deterrent pepper spray. In December of 1998, the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (“IGBC”), a group consisting of various federal and state wildlife agencies awarded Counter Assault the 1998 Grizzly Bear Stewardship Award for significant participation in the research and development of bear deterrent pepper spray.

With this new product launch in first quarter 2019, Counter Assault’s 10.2 oz. canister will have a spray distance up to 40 feet with 8 seconds of spray time and Counter Assault’s 8.1 oz canister will have a spray distance up to 32 feet with 7 seconds of spray time. Read more

Self Defense

Remington Unveils V3 Tac-13 Compact

The Remington V3 Tac-13, Represents the Ultimate in Compact Personal Defense

Ilion, NY – Remington’s advanced, patented gas-operated system now available with a 13” barrel and a Birdshead pistol grip.

The V3 Tac-13 is based off the revolutionary VersaPort gas system. The Remington V3 Tac-13 flawlessly cycles all 2 ¾ to 3-inch 12 gauge loads while reducing recoil to a level previously unheard of in autoloaders. Read more

Firearms

SCOTUS Delivers Win to Marine Manufacturers

Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to review a lower-court’s decision that struck down a mandatory phaseout of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) – including HFC 143a, which is commonly used by marine manufacturers. NMMA and their members worked to oppose and overturn the HFC rule and applauded the Court for deciding against rehearing the case.

The phasing out of HFCs was enacted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 2015 as part of the Obama administration’s regulatory agenda. But the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled last year that EPA overstepped its authority under the Clean Air Act’s Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program. The Supreme Court’s decision effectively affirms the District Court’s ruling that SNAP cannot regulate HFCs because the program was designed to address ozone-depleting substances, which HFCs are not. Read more

Fishing

Ruger Custom Shop

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) is excited to announce the Ruger® Custom Shop, which represents the culmination of almost 70 years of innovation, quality and experience gained manufacturing rugged, reliable firearms.

While Ruger products have long been recognized for their quality and innovative features, these latest offerings embody the pinnacle of style, performance and design. Custom Shop products offer a level of refinement and attention to detail that could only be expected from an industry leader like Ruger. Whether you are an advanced shooter or hunter demanding the most from your shooting experience or an avid collector looking for that next special piece, the Ruger Custom Shop is sure to have something of interest. Read more

Firearms

Savage MSR 10 Competition HD

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts –– The customization and precision competitive shooters need to finish at the top of every event are engineered into all facets of Savage’s new MSR 10 Competition HD. Shipments of these new rifles have been delivered to dealers.

The MSR 10 Competition HD features an advanced barrel built specifically for the rifle in a collaborative effort between Savage and PROOF Research. The unique ported muzzle brake allows the shooter to tune the recoil impulse to stabilize the muzzle for faster, more accurate follow-up shots.

Further customization follows with the gas block, which can be adjusted for optimal cycling of the full range of bullet weights, as well as for use with a suppressor. The gas block is also wrapped in a custom handguard and topped with an integral Picatinny rail. Read more

Firearms

Ruger Custom Shop SR1911 Competition

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is pleased to announce its very first offering from the Ruger® Custom Shop – the SR1911® Competition Pistol.

Over the past year, the Ruger Custom Shop has worked closely with professional shooting team captain and world champion competitive shooter, Doug Koenig, to develop the first Custom Shop SR1911. This full-sized 9mm pistol is the ideal SR1911 for competitive shooting in IDPA, IPSC, USPSA, Bianchi Cup, Pro Am Shooting and Steel Challenge disciplines.

“I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with Ruger’s first-class engineers to develop this pistol,” said Doug Koenig, Team Ruger Captain. “New and accomplished competition shooters alike will find this to be one of the finest, feature-rich 1911 pistols available. This firearm was designed and built to win.”

This SR1911 leaves nothing to chance, featuring the precision-machined Koenig Shooting Sports low-mass hammer and competition sear. When combined with the custom flat-faced trigger shoe, precision-machined disconnector and hand-tuned sear spring, you can expect a match-grade, crisp and clean break with every trigger pull. The hand-fitted slide and frame provide a remarkably tight, yet smooth, action. The competition barrel features a polished feed ramp, fitted barrel lug, target crown and unique 1:16″ slow twist to increase accuracy with lighter weight match bullets. Read more

Firearms

Ruger Custom Shop 10/22 Competition

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) is proud to introduce the Ruger® Custom Shop 10/22® Competition Rifle.

The 10/22 Competition Rifle features a hard-coat anodized, CNC-machined, heat treated and stress relieved 6061-T6511 aluminum receiver with an integral, optics-ready, 30 MOA picatinny rail. The custom receiver is paired with a 4140, heat treated and nitrided, match CNC-machined bolt to create a tight-fitting, smooth action that will enable the highest level of performance. The receiver incorporates a second bedding lug, ensuring it is securely bedded to the stock. This rifle also features an exclusive second barrel locator to provide a free-floating barrel for superior accuracy. The receiver incorporates a rear cleaning port, providing access to the barrel from the rear of the receiver for ease of cleaning.

The 16” bull barrel is fluted to reduce weight and dissipate heat and also is threaded with a ½”-28 pattern to accommodate the included muzzle brake or other barrel accessories. The barrel also features a proprietary, enhanced semi-auto chamber which has proven to increase accuracy and precision while not compromising reliable feeding and extraction. Read more

Firearms

New Auburn University Degree Combines Wildlife, Business and Hospitality

By DAVID RAINER

Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Pay attention, high schoolers and parents. Students who love the outdoors and plan to continue their education after graduation will have a new option for a college degree rooted in the outdoors at Auburn University in 2019.

The undergraduate degree will be in Wildlife Enterprise Management with training in wildlife sciences, business and hospitality. Auburn professors Steve Ditchkoff and Mark Smith collaborated on developing the major in an effort to fill a need in the outdoors community that doesn’t require a wildlife biologist degree.

Heather Crozier, Director of Development at the Auburn School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences unveiled the program to outdoor writers recently at the Southeastern Outdoor Press Association Conference in Florence, S.C.

Outdoor recreation generates about a $14 billion impact on the Alabama economy and about $887 billion nationwide. Outdoors-related businesses and companies support 135,000 jobs in Alabama. Read more

Wildlife

Shot Discipline and Mind Control

By Glen Wunderlich

Long-time friend, Joe, and I were discussing various hunting strategies before an archery deer hunt this past week.  We recalled a long shot Joe had attempted at a distant antlerless deer years ago.  In fact, the shot was too long.

I was in a blind about a quarter mile from Joe, who was armed with a most-potent .300 Winchester Magnum – a real heavy hitter in .30 caliber.  Joe was also in a blind with his sights set on the deer that was well beyond 200 yards and within my field of view, as well.  I had no idea Joe was about to launch a round at the animal until I heard the report of the rifle.  Unscathed, the whitetail doe scampered off to a wood line never to be seen again.

When we met shortly thereafter, I asked Joe what he was doing and the excuse went something like this:  “Yeah, it was a long shot and I was wobbling around a bit.”  All I could say was, “Then you shouldn’t have taken that shot.”  After some more tongue lashing, he got the point and learned from the mistake by taking a disciplined shot that resulted in venison for the freezer the next day.  The teachable moment had taken effect.

Already this season, I have been made aware of another instance – this time in Kentucky – in which a seasoned archery deer hunter recounted a failed attempt at taking a trophy whitetail buck.  After the shot, the recovery search lasted three hours before being called off.  The hunter indicated that the massive buck would have been easily the biggest deer he would ever have taken but one aspect of the questionable shot gave a clue as to the failure.  He stated that he could only “guess” that he rushed the shot and did not take a careful look at the [shot] placement.

The teachable moment and of the self-critique is that he cannot recall where his aiming point was when the arrow was released.  Think about that for a moment, because it is crucial to any successful shot no matter what equipment is being used.  The most important thing to remember is to concentrate on a small aiming point all the way through the shot.  The concept is to recall exactly where that aiming point was when the firearm or bow was being held when the gun went boom or the arrow was released.  It’s easy to say but harder to do when the mind is racing but the term is “calling your shot.”

“Aim small, miss small” is another common term used to describe the technique.  But, when the animal of one’s dreams is within range, we tend to become overwhelmed with thoughts that distract from the task at hand.  Those thoughts can produce real effects such as trembling, shaking or involuntary shivering, even when a hunter is not cold.  Some call it “buck fever.”

We all practice our shooting techniques to some degree and hopefully to a point where the results on paper will produce ethical conditions afield; to do this when we hunt is the goal.

Concentration is the key.  We don’t want to let our minds rule our emotions.  We must take ourselves back to the basics of doing what we practiced and to take only disciplined shots.


 Sometimes the shot not taken is the best one.

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