Winchester Air Rifles Model 12 Pump BB Gun

Rogers, AR – The classic Winchester Model 12 shotgun now has a little brother! The Winchester Air Rifles Model 12 Pump BB Gun makes the perfect first gun for any youth. Made to resemble Winchester’s classic shotgun, the Model 12 Pump BB Gun allows mentors to teach gun safety and marksmanship skills with a BB gun that looks just like the Dad’s. Designed and sized for today’s youth, the Model 12 Pump BB Gun introduces the pump mechanics many kids will find in their first shotgun. Read more

Firearms

Michigan DNR approves nearly $2 million in recreation grants for local parks and trails

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources recently approved nearly $2 million in Recreation Passport grant funding. The $1,993,500 will be shared by 18 communities across the state for local park improvement projects, including playground development and renovations, sports and fitness facility development and improvements, trail and walkway development and park improvements. Read more

General

Relentless Versatility: Leupold Announces New VX-3i CDS-ZL Riflescope

BEAVERTON, Ore. — Leupold & Stevens, Inc., has announced the launch of four new models in its VX-3i riflescope line, all of which feature the company’s ZeroLock CDS dial for the first time.

Built to deliver relentless versatility, the award-winning VX-3i line appeals to hunters and shooters alike. Now it will be available featuring one of Leupold’s most popular attributes, the ZeroLock dial. Four VX-3i CDS-ZL models are shipping now. Two will feature a 30mm maintube and a side focus feature, while two others have a 1-inch maintube and no side focus. Magnification ranges from 3.5-10x to 4.5-14x, and Duplex and Wind-Plex reticles are available. Read more

Optics

Auto-Ordnance Introduces the Revolution 1911

(Greeley, PA) – Thompson Auto-Ordnance, maker of the famous “Tommy Gun” and other classic firearms throughout history, is proud to introduce the custom Revolution 1911 pistol.

In honor of the American Revolution and our nation’s Founding Fathers, Auto-Ordnance presents “The Revolution” custom 1911. Each pistol is engraved with historical artwork paying tribute to the brave men who lead our nation during its struggle for independence. On the right side of the slide is engraved the “Betsy Ross” American Flag, followed by five honored Founding Fathers with their signatures: Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, George Washington, John Hancock and Paul Revere. Next is engraved a depiction of the Boston Tea Party. On the left side of the slide are engraved the Gadsden Flag, a depiction of Paul Revere riding to George Washington, and the quote
“Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death” set before a cannon. Read more

Firearms

Introducing Escort’s New PS Turkey Hunter

Bentonville, AR – Escort’s proven PS line of semi-automatic shotguns are now available in turkey-specific models. The PS Turkey Hunter is available in 12-GA, 20-GA, and .410-Cal and is tailored with the turkey shooter in mind. Common to many Escort semi-automatic shotguns, the PS Turkey Hunter features Hatsan’s FAST Loading System and Smart Valve Piston technologies. The FAST Loading System enables faster and easier loading with one hand and without the need to change shooting position. The loading button acts as both a carrier latch release for loading and the bolt release when the bolt is locked back. This gun’s Smart Valve Piston will cycle 7/8 oz, 2 ¾” all the way up to 3″ full magnum loads, credited to its self-regulating design. This patented design is so reliable that one can mix heavy and light loads in the same magazine without a hiccup. Read more

Firearms

FN SCAR 20S Caliber, Color Options

(McLean, VA) FN America, LLC is pleased to announce that the popular FN SCAR® 20S long-range, precision rifle, released in 2018, is now available in 6.5 Creedmoor. This new chambering also accompanies new color options for the platform with the rifle now offered in a matte black finish as well as the company’s signature flat dark earth (FDE).

The 6.5 Creedmoor-chambered rifle will feature a 20-inch, 1:8” righthand twist barrel with SureFire ProComp 762 muzzle device. The barrel is made from FN’s proprietary machine gun steel and is cold hammer-forged and chrome-plated for extended life.

Like the 7.62 FN SCAR 20S, the rifle features an extended monolithic receiver with ample space to mount optics, Geissele Super SCAR trigger with an average of 4lb. trigger pull, FN MK 20 SSR precision stock that is adjustable for length of pull and comb height, as well as the Hogue grip. Both the FN SCAR 20S in 7.62 and 6.5 Creedmoor accept the 10- or 20-round FN SCAR 17S magazines. Read more

Firearms

Michigan: don’t miss out on Wildlife Weekend Jan. 31-Feb. 2

Good conversation, hearty food, roaring fires and entertaining classes about the state’s natural history – it’s all part of Wildlife Weekend, Jan. 31-Feb. 2, at the Ralph A. MacMullan Center on scenic Higgins Lake in Roscommon County.

The DNR and the Michigan Alliance for Environmental and Outdoor Education have partnered to offer a fun learning experience that DNR education manager Kevin Frailey said is perfect for anyone 18 or older who loves the outdoors and wants to learn more about our natural world. Guests choose one of three learning tracks: Read more

Wildlife

Federal Terminal Ascent All-Range Hunting Ammunition

ANOKA, Minnesota – – Federal, the world’s largest sporting ammunition manufacturer is introducing its all-new Terminal Ascent—the best hunting bullet ever built within the 98-year history of the company.

“The new Terminal Ascent blends the features of top match-style bullet designs with the industry’s best bonding technology and components to deliver any-range accuracy and reliable expansion even at low velocities,” said Federal Centerfire and Handgun Ammunition Product Director Mike Holm. “This outstanding bullet design provides high weight retention, deep penetration and lethal terminal performance, both up close and at extreme distances.”

Terminal Ascent features several key elements that make up its superior overall design.

First is the solid-shanked and bonded bullet construction. A bonded bullet has a lead core bonded to the copper jacket around that core. Its solid copper shank and bonded lead core retain weight for deep penetration and energy dump, delivering extremely effective wound channels and terminal performance, even at velocities as low as 1,400 fps—speeds typically seen 1,200 yards downrange in the 200-grain 30-caliber loads.

Second is the AccuChannel grooving. Read more

Ammunition

Trijicon Expands AccuPoint Riflescope Series

Wixom, MI – Trijicon is proud to announce a major expansion of the venerable AccuPoint riflescope series. The latest models in the AccuPoint series give tactical marksmen, long-range hunters, and precision rifle shooters the ability to accurately extend their range in any light – without the need for batteries. New offerings include
3-18×50, 4-16×50, 4-24×50 and 5-20×50 options.

Built with the same military-grade construction and premium glass that has earned Trijicon a world-class reputation, the AccuPoint series now features nine different variable power models with a wide array of intuitive second focal plane reticles to choose from. The new AccuPoint models are available in a variety of the most popular reticles, such as BAC Triangle Post and Standard Duplex, as well as the brand new MOA and MRAD Ranging reticles. Read more

Optics
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