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Bloomfield, NY –   – Crosman Corporation is introducing several new key break barrel technologies and features at SHOT 2018 that will deliver significantly upgraded performance in speed, power, sound suppression, and accuracy across a wide spectrum of airguns under the Crosman and Benjamin brands.

The next-generation Nitro Piston Elite is a proprietary, enhanced next-generation gas piston that delivers 15% more speed, 35% more power, and 2x the accuracy of standard gas pistons.   Nitro Piston Elite also feature a reduced cocking force and vastly reduce friction and vibration for a smooth shoot every time. The Nitro Piston Elite will be standard in all break barrels above a $99 MSRP, including the new Benjamin Vaporizer™ and Benjamin IronHide™ Read more

Bloomfield, NY – – Crosman Corporation, in partnership with DPMS Panther Arms, is proud to announce the new DPMS SBR full auto CO2 rifle – the most fun you’ll ever have shooting an airgun.

The DPMS SBR is a tactical compact CO2 rifle that sends out a barrage of steel BBs through either a single shot semi-auto mode or full-auto mode with an insane 1400 rounds per minute rate of fire. “The rifle speaks for itself,” says Philip Guadalupe, Product Manager. “It’s one of the most badass air rifles on the market.”

The SBR was inspired by the popular DPMS PDW short-barreled rifle, with a tactical twist. It features a 6-position buttstock, AR compatible Pistol grip, Quad Picatinny rails for accessories, angled fore grip and flip up iron sights (BUIS). It is powered by dual 12 g CO2 Powerlets that is housed in a drop out 30rd magazine for ease of access. Read more

The Weekender™ Professional Gunsmith Kit from Birchwood Casey® comes with 27 professional gunsmith selected tools including specialty bits for specific firearms and a durable hard case to keep tools well organized. The high-quality kit ensures shooters have what they need to keep their firearms running smoothly at the range or in the field. Read more

Old Saybrook, CT  – After a great reception of the introduction of the Outfitter G2 series last year, Traditions™ has added more calibers and offerings to the line for 2018!

The Outfitter G2 is now available in 450 Bushmaster and 444 Marlin calibers. Additionally, Traditions has introduced a youth model in .243. Read more

Delray Beach, Fla. –– Century Arms, North America’s premier AK manufacturer, has announced the release of a new 9mm AK-based pistol, the Draco NAK9. The AK-based 9mm handgun is the newest addition to the highly popular Draco pistol series.

“The Draco NAK9 fills a void in the U.S. market for a high quality Com-Bloc 9mm AK pistol,” said Jason Karvois, Century Arms Director of Sales. “Because it readily accepts Glock brand 9mm and aftermarket Glock magazines, many consumers can utilize the magazines they already own in their new 9mm AK pistol.”

The Draco NAK9 pistol is chambered in the cost-effective, low-recoil 9mm cartridge while capturing the look and feel of the AK-47 platform. The magazine well allows for compatibility with Glock 17 and Glock 19 magazines making it the perfect companion for your EDC 9mm handgun. The NAK9 comes equipped with a top-mounted Picatinny optics rail for mounting modern optics, a rear sling mount, one 33-round magazine and is compatible with aftermarket AKM handguards. The blowback operated design results in a platform as reliable as an AK, but in a smaller package with minimal recoil. Read more

(Miami, FL) –   The popular Taurus 1911™ series was first introduced in 2005 packed with features to provide shooting enthusiasts a high performance firearm at an affordable price.  New for 2018, Taurus USA expands their 1911 line-up with the debut of their compact Taurus 1911™ Officer.

The 1911 aficionado will recognize the Taurus 1911™ Officer model in .45 ACP as the perfect sidearm for personal protection or off-duty carry. This concealable 6+1 round pistol offers reliable carry with an affordable pricetag.  The 3-1/2” barrel is the shortest in the Taurus 1911™ line with an overall length of 7.2”, making it the perfect companion for carry, self defense or home use. The pistol features a discreet black on black finish,  Novak® drift adjustable front and rear sights and checkered black grips. Read more

Bentonville, AR— HatsanUSA’s new H-1911 may look like just another replica 1911, but as with most things from the company, there’s more here than what meets the eye.

This is a semi-automatic, CO2-powered, pellet repeater features an innovative dual-rotary magazine, and has the capability to fire 60 premier match-grade pellets with velocities up to 435 FPS using a single 12-gram CO2 cartridge. Read more

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts –– Savage will launch more than two dozen new products within several product lines at the 2018 SHOT Show, January 23-26 at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Read more