Springfield Armory Introduces Ronin Operator 4.25-inch 1911

GENESEO, ILL. (07/14/20) – Springfield Armory® is proud to introduce the Ronin™ Operator® 4.25″, a lightweight, rugged and reliable 1911 pistol built for a lifetime of service at an MSRP of just $849.

Available in 9mm and .45 ACP, the Ronin Operator 4.25″ offers shooters an exceptional pistol with the strength and durability they have come to expect from a Springfield Armory firearm. This is accomplished through the use of a forged carbon steel slide, lightweight forged alloy frame and a forged barrel. The result is a pistol that combines thoroughly modern precision manufacturing with a proven approach to quality and performance.

The pistol features a traditional barrel bushing system that matches up with its 4.25″ match grade barrel. The barrel itself is fully supported and ramped, lending additional strength to the design and ensuring consistent and reliable functioning.

“Since its release earlier this year, the full-size Ronin Operator has been extremely popular due to its combination of impressive features and pricing,” says Steve Kramer, Vice President of Marketing for Springfield Armory. “The new Ronin Operator 4.25″ adds a lighter, more compact option for those who love carrying the legendary 1911.”

The Ronin Operator 4.25″ sports a beautiful two-tone finish, with the forged alloy frame featuring a satin aluminum Cerakote finish and the forged carbon steel slide a hot salt blued finish. Lightweight and comfortable to carry, it weighs in at 29.5 ounces in the .45 ACP version and 31 ounces in the 9mm variant. Read more

Firearms

Federal Ammunition Introduces New Force X2 Personal Defense Shotgun Loads

ANOKA, Minnesota – New Personal Defense ammunition from Federal turns shotguns into the ultimate defensive platform. Force X2 copper-plated 00 FX2 buckshot pellets are specially engineered to split into two equal-size pieces on impact. Shipments of this new product have begun to arrive at dealers.

Force X2 utilizes nine splitting pellets to create up to 18 wound channels which improves the transfer of energy from the payload to the target and minimizes the potential for over-penetration reducing the risk to bystanders. Force X2 is also loaded for more manageable recoil, allowing the shooter to stay on target for faster follow-up shots and better accuracy in a self-defense situation.

“Federal’s splitting buckshot is the first significant change to buckshot ammo in over a century. The expert ammunition engineers at Federal decided it was time for improvements in buckshot that would help in some Personal Defense situations,” said Federal Ammunition Shotshell Product Manager Dan Compton. “This new self-defense shotgun load is designed for tremendous energy transfer for a wider and larger amount of terminal damage.”

Testing by Federal engineers conducted at the Federal Ammunition factory in Anoka, Minnesota showed patterns of 4 ½ inches at 7 yards and 14 inches at 20 yards using an improved cylinder choke. Patterns of 4 ¼ inches at 7 yards and 12 inches at 20 yards were achieved with a modified choke. Tests using 10-percent ballistic gel were also conducted by Federal engineers. The range of penetration depth of the segmented pellets in ballistic gel is 5 ¼ to 14 ½ inches with an average of 9 ½ inches. The average depth when pellets start segmenting is 4.5 inches after impact. Read more

Ammunition

Faxon Firearms Co-Sponsoring “Old Glory” 9mm PCC Giveaway

(CINCINNATI, OH) – Faxon Firearms, a Cincinnati, Ohio based manufacturer of quality firearms and components, has teamed up with several industry co-sponsors for their ‘Old Glory’ giveaway event which ends Friday, July 17, 2020.

Two prize-packs are available. One features Faxon’s Bantam 9mm Pistol Caliber Carbine with custom battle-worn red, white, and blue Cerakote. The other features a similar design in OD and white. Both PCC’s Cerakote and custom laser were completed by One Off Coating LLC.

Each prize pack contains:

  • Faxon Firearms Custom Bantam 9mm PCC
  • SB Tactical SBA3 Brace
  • Crimson Trace CTS-1100 Optic
  • Condition 1 Waterproof Rifle Hardcase
  • ETS Magazines
  • Wheeler Fatwrench
  • One Off Coating Custom Cerakote

Those interested in entering can do so in the following link.

https://bit.ly/2BVJZYy

Firearms, Optics

Michigan: DNR Seeks Feedback on Lake States Forest Bat Habitat Conservation Plan


Cave-dwelling bat populations are rapidly declining due to a fungal disease known as white-nose syndrome. Some species, like the northern long-eared bat, soon may be listed as endangered under the federal Endangered Species Act. In preparation for this listing, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is teaming up with the Minnesota and Wisconsin departments of Natural Resources to develop a large-scale habitat conservation plan.

If one or more bat species is listed as endangered, an incidental take permit would be required from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to continue forest management activities. A habitat conservation plan is required as part of an application for this permit.

The plan describes the potential positive and negative impacts of forest management on bats and biological objectives that will be implemented to offset negative forest management impacts on bats. A permit would ensure forest management activities in endangered bat habitat can continue, within the constraints of the habitat conservation plan. The overall goal of this project is the protection of endangered bat species and the continuation of forest management activities in Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Draft chapters now available

You are invited to read the available draft chapters and share your feedback via email to rabem@michigan.gov on or before Friday, Aug. 21. We will review all comments and will incorporate feedback and suggestions into the plan as appropriate.

Bat habitat conservation plan ?

More information on Michigan bats and threats to bats is available at Michigan.gov/Bats.

Questions? Contact: Mary Rabe at 517-243-3122

Wildlife

Riton Optics 2020 Veteran’s Hunt

Tucson, AZ – As the World’s only Military and Law Enforcement Veteran Owned optics company, Riton is focused on giving back to the Military Veteran community. Beyond their industry leading Veteran discount, the company also finds it important to connect with Military Veterans through experiences such as hunting and shooting.

Brady Speth, Riton’s Veteran Founder and CEO stated, “Serving in the Military provides a deep sense of camaraderie. I have found one of the best alternatives is hunting with a good group of people- sharing stories, laughing around camp, and working hard to have a successful hunt.”

The Riton Optics 2020 Veteran’s Hunt will provide one deserving Veteran with a once-in-a-lifetime Barbary Sheep hunt, along with additional hunt opportunities and a prize package. From September 28th through October 2nd of 2020, the nominated Veteran will be joined by Riton Optics Veteran Founder and CEO, Brady Speth, Military Arms Channel Veteran Founder and Host, Tim Harmsen, and Hero Hunt’s Veteran Founder, Joe Towers for this amazing experience at the Flying W Ranch in Sierra Blanca, Texas.

In addition to an all-expenses paid Barbary Sheep hunt, the nominated Veteran will also have an opportunity to experience a Coyote Helicopter hunt and win a prize packaging including Riton Optics, a Cerakoted 6.5 PRC Mossberg Patriot/Predator, Hanwag hunting boots, a First Lite camo set and more. Read more

Hunting

Primary Arms July FN SCAR 20S Giveaway

Features Primary Arms 4-16×50 FFP MIL-DOT Scope with All-New GLx Riflescope Mount

Includes Magpul FDE Bipod and Extra 20rd SCAR .308 Magazine

Complete Package Valued at Over $4,900

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Primary Arms is celebrating Independence Day with their largest giveaway yet: a fully-kitted FN SCAR 20S Precision Rifle, complete with a Primary Arms GLx riflescope and GLx mount, plus a Magpul bipod and a spare 20rd SCAR .308 magazine. Valued at over $4,900, this rifle package will offer exceptional precision at any range, even when engaging targets beyond 1,000 yards. Read more

General

Konus Releases LX Riflescope for .350 Legend Cartridge

As another milestone in its 41-year history of excellence and innovation, Konus is once again setting the highest standards in the industry by introducing a truly innovative and cutting-edge riflescope at a price that can’t be beat. The brand new # 7212 LX 3-9×40 model is perfectly and specifically calibrated for use with the popular .350 Legend cartridge and is therefore guaranteed to accommodate the needs of the most demanding shooters out there. It comes with fully multi-coated lenses, solid one-piece tube, fast focus eye knob, reset-to-0 stops and an expanded field of view. As with all Konus riflescopes, it is waterproof, fogproof, shockproof and carries a Lifetime Replacement Warranty. Its MSRP is $ 199.99. Read more

Optics

Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s to Hire 5,000

Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s are hiring 5,000 new team members nationwide, with positions now available in many cities across the country.

The outdoor retailer is seeing unprecedented interest in families and individuals returning to nature where they can safely practice social distancing in activities like fishing, hiking, camping and boating.

Some of the positions available are in the following areas:

  • Tracker Marine Boat Center
  • Hunting
  • Customer Service
  • Switchboard / Operator

Team benefits include competitive wage potential, holiday and vacation pay, flexible hours and merchandise discounts at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s. Health, dental, and life insurance programs are available for eligible team members.

You must be 18 years or older to apply.

If you are interested in applying, please CLICK HERE.

General

SIG SAUER Texas Ranger Limited Edition P320 Full Size Pistol

NEWINGTON, N.H. – SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to announce a partnership with the Former Texas Ranger Foundation to release the exclusive Texas Ranger Edition P320 Pistol. A portion of the sales of the Texas Ranger Edition P320 pistol will benefit the Former Texas Rangers Foundation, a non-profit organization whose mission is to support the historical preservation and values of the Texas Rangers.

“For nearly 200 years, the Texas Rangers have served and protected the Lone Star State, my beloved home state, and today the SIG SAUER P320 is in service with the officers of all 13 divisions of the Texas Department of Public Safety, including the Texas Rangers,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales. “This unique pistol is a true collector’s item and honors the service of the Texas Rangers with a Texas Ranger TXR serial number, customized Texas Ranger engravings, and a challenge coin in the shape of the iconic Texas Ranger badge. We are honored to have this opportunity to commemorate the historical significance of the Texas Rangers through the production of this P320 and help to advance the mission of the Former Texas Ranger Foundation.”

The Texas Ranger Edition P320 is a full-size, striker-fired, 9mm pistol with a modular polymer grip, SIGLITE Night Sights and comes with (2) 17-round steel magazines. Special features of this commemorative pistol include a TXR serial number, a custom engraved Nitron slide with the Texas Rangers Badge and the famous Texas Ranger mantra, “One Riot, One Ranger,” and includes a commemorative Texas Ranger challenge coin molded after the likeness of the Texas Ranger badge. Read more

Firearms

New Floating Trout Nets from Frabill

Grand Prairie, TX Trout anglers long for that flash of silver as a big trout erupts from the bottom to sip a fly off the surface of the water or grab a strategically placed spinner. The battle that ensues brings pandemonium to the cold-water angler longing for action.

Wading clear, rumbling streams, or fishing quaint, secluded lakes, trout anglers are always searching for their next adventure. A proper landing net will ensure any fish released will survive for another day. Proper handling ensures a future for this precious resource, and a landing net is an essential piece of equipment to turn your hookup into an accomplishment.

Frabill developed the Floating Trout Net family to enable anglers to practice proper catch-and-release methods or to put a fish on the dinner table. The design of the Floating Trout Nets benefits fishermen who like to wade, fly fish or use their favorite watercraft. Frabill’s floating trout nets make it easy to land and release your catch safely and quickly. Read more

Fishing
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