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Stream, Listen and Talk While Protecting Your Hearing

Two new Honeywell Howard Leight SYNC earmuff models block harmful noise while allowing users to stay connected to what matters WESTWOOD, Mass., (August 7, 2018) – When it comes to working in noisy environments, silence is golden. And while the … Continue reading

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ReCover Tactical Announced Upcoming Release of 6 New Rails

    ReCover Tactical is pleased to announce the upcoming release of 6 new rails Shipping End of SeptemberPre-Orders Now Open SHR9 – M&P Shield Smith & Wesson Compact Picatinny Rail GR26 – Glock 26 Compact Picatinny Rail GR43 – … Continue reading

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SIG SAUER Receives Award from DoD for Suppressed Upper Receiver Group (SURG) with MCX Rifle System

Newington, N.H. (August 7, 2018) – U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has announced the selection of the SIG SAUER MCX System for the Suppressed Upper Receiver Group (SURG) for the existing M4A1 Carbine. The SIG SAUER MCX SURG System will … Continue reading

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Barnes® Expands its Precision Match Line with 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor and 260 Remington

Mona, UT – Barnes Bullets developed Precision Match ammunition for the elite, technical shooters who demand uncompromising performance. Barnes Precision Match is now available in 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor and 260 Remington. Precision Match Ammunition, engineered for precision at extreme … Continue reading

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SIG SAUER Receives 2018 Golden Triggr Awards for “Innovation in Firearms” and “Innovation in Optics”

Newington, N.H. (August 6, 2018) – SIG SAUER Inc., is pleased to announce they took home Golden Triggr Awards for two of the three categories at TriggrCon which showcases the newest, most innovative products in the firearms industry. Recipients of … Continue reading

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HOW TO USE MC-10 FROM OTIS SMART GUN CARE

As a unique mix of aerospace-industry lubricants that was formulated specifically for firearms, MC-10 delivers unrelenting protection from -65 all the way up to 650 degrees. It doesn’t look or feel like other formulas—and it doesn’t break down like other … Continue reading

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Secure Outcomes Announces Second Quarter Results and Significant Product Restructuring including Price Reductions

Company Continues Trend of Strong Growth with Second Quarter in a Row of over 50% Sales Growth. Evergreen, Colo. (August 2018) –Secure Outcomes, announced today that second quarter financial results showed a 50% gain over the first quarter of 2018 … Continue reading

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Parabon® NanoLabs to Attend Missouri Police Chiefs Charitable Foundation 2018 LE Combined Conference

The Missouri Police Chiefs Charitable Foundation 2018 LE Combined Conference will be held Aug. 3 – 5, 2018 in Osage Beach, Missouri. Reston, Va. (August 2018) – Parabon® NanoLabs, a vertically integrated DNA technology company that develops next-gen forensic and … Continue reading

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SAAMI Welcomes On Target Ammunition as Newest Member

NEWTOWN, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) is pleased to announce that On Target Ammunition has been accepted as a Supporting Member. Based in Grain Valley, Missouri, On Target Ammunitionis a leading manufacturer of rifle and … Continue reading

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MAGPUL IS NOW SHIPPING PRO 700 CHASSIS

August 2nd

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Galco Gunleather Signs on to Celebrate 2018 National Shooting Sports Month

PHOENIX, August 2018 PHOENIX AZ – Galco Gunleather today announced its involvement in the 2018 National Shooting SportsMonth in partnership with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF). Created to encourage participation in the shooting sports and emphasize firearms safety, this … Continue reading

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Peyronie’s Disease, Harley Davidson’s Livewire and Russian Meddling Have Nothing in Common…

Readers, it’s Friday and the weekend is upon us. Hopefully you don’t find yourselves inundated in rain as I am. I hope the weather will give me a break because I need range time to get through a couple of … Continue reading

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Springfield Introduces the XD-S Mod 2 in 9mm

    XD-S MOD.2® 9MM W/ TRITIUM – XDSG9339BT Caliber 9mm MSRP $586 Barrel 3.3″ Hammer Forged Steel, Melonite® Sights Ameriglo Pro-Glo Tritium Front / Tactical Rack Rear Frame Black Polymer w/ Enhanced Grip Texture Slide Steel, Melonite® Recoil System … Continue reading

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SIG SAUER Introduces New 223 Rem and 308 Win SIG FMJ Rifle Ammunition

Newington, N.H. (July 31, 2018) – SIG SAUER continues to grow its Elite Performance line of rifle ammunition with the addition of 223 Rem and 308 Win full metal jacket (FMJ) rounds for training. SIG FMJ practice ammunition is ideal … Continue reading

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Bawidamann Rogues are Available Once Again!

The Rogue by Bawidamann Blades was designed with Milling on the thumbrest and around the arced ring for positive grip retention.  This knife was designed with a 60 degree angle bend from handle to tip to enhance natural motions from … Continue reading

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August is National Shooting Sports Month and Need An Excuse To Go Shooting?

  Start Planning Your Activities For National Shooting Sports Month Need an excuse to go shooting during the month of August? Probably not, but in case you do, August is National Shooting Sports Month. It’s a 31-day excuse to go … Continue reading

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WALTHER ARMS INTRODUCES THE CCP M2 !

Walther Arms has just introduced the CCP (Conceal Carry Pistol) M2 that I’ll be reviewing for readers in September. Tool-less  takedown and a continuation of the highly acclaimed CCP wrapped in that world famous Walther ergonomics. Shazam!

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Howard Leight Impact Sport BOLT by Honeywell

In June 2018, Howard Leight, now a Honeywell company, introduced a new and improved version of the original Howard Leight Impact Sport electronic earmuffs marketed as the Impact Sport BOLT. The BOLT retains all of the comfort and compactness of … Continue reading

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The H_RD Slide Now Available For Pre-Order.

Hudson Mfg continues to expand their line of factory-built accessories for the H9. Earlier this week, they announced the pre-order sale of the H_RD slide (short for Hudson Red Dot Slide).The H_RD Slide is a variant of the standard H9 … Continue reading

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IWI US Expert’s Corner: Galil ACE Disassembly and Assembly

IWI US National Law Enforcement Sales Manager, Tom Alibrando, shows step-by-step instructions for how to disassemble and reassemble your Galil ACE rifle.

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OTIS TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCES SALES & MARKETING TEAM PROMOTIONS

Lyons Falls, NY: Otis Technology is pleased to announce three recent promotions within the sales and marketing teams.  Francis Devlin has been promoted to Vice President of Business Development, Tom Knudtson to Director of Commercial Sales and Heather Pleskach to … Continue reading

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Holosun Technologies Inc. Expands US Operations

  Walnut, CA – Holosun Technologies Inc., a premium optics manufacturer based in southern California plans to expand its operations in Los Angeles County. This move will allow the company to build upon its growth in the optics industry as … Continue reading

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Winchester Ammunition Awarded U.S. Army Order

EAST ALTON, Ill. (July 27, 2018) – The U.S. Army has recently awarded Winchester an $8.1 million order for 7.62mm ammunition under an existing “Second Source” contract.  The ammunition will be manufactured in Winchester’s state-of-the-art facility in Oxford, MS with … Continue reading

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EXTREMA RATIO’S SHRAPNEL ONE

  Extrema Ratio, is located in Prato, Italy and has been designing, manufacturing and selling high performance combat ,military, kitchen, hunting and tactical knives since 1997. Their tactical / military knives enjoy a global reputation for excellence that is unsurpassed … Continue reading

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Marlin 1894C, A Classic Lever Action is Now Available at Retail

Huntsville, AL – The Marlin 1894C, a classic American favorite chambered in 357Mag/38SPL is now available at retail. Each 1894C is made from premium grade steel to create the strongest lever-gun receiver ever built. The Model 1894C has an ultra-smooth … Continue reading

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Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Selects SIG SAUER P226 as Standard Issue Pistol

Newington, N.H. (July 26, 2018) – SIG SAUER, Inc. is proud to announce the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department has selected the P226 Pistol as their official duty sidearm, and the department will additionally acquire the M400 rifle as the agency’s … Continue reading

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Apex Announces Trigger Kits for Ruger Mk IV Pistols

PEORIA, Ariz. – Apex Tactical Specialties, the leading manufacturer of aftermarket triggers and parts for brands such as CZ, Glock, Sig Sauer, Smith & Wesson and Walther, announces it is adding Ruger to that list with the upcoming release of … Continue reading

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Magpul Industries Renews Platinum Sponsorship for 2018 Import/Export Conference

NEWTOWN, Conn. — The National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®), the trade association for the firearms industry, is pleased to announce that Magpul Industries Corp. has signed as the Platinum Sponsor of the upcoming 2018 NSSF and F.A.I.R. Trade Import/Export Conference. … Continue reading

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John Vlieger, Shell Shock Technologies Sponsored Shooter, Places 8th Overall at 2018 U.S. IPSC Nationals

Vlieger also placed 7th in the Open Division at the 2018 U.S. IPSC Nationals, held July 13 – 15, 2018. Westport, Conn. (July 2018) – Shell Shock Technologies, LLC., an early stage technology and manufacturing company focused on developing innovative … Continue reading

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NRA CARRY GUARD EXPO COMING TO RICHMOND, VA

SEPTEMBER 14 – 16, 2018   |   GREATER RICHMOND CONVENTION CENTER TICKETS SEMINARS EXHIBIT HALL VOLUNTEER HOTEL SPONSORED BY: September 14-16, Richmond, VA, will be your ultimate personal protection destination. With 3 days of seminars, workshops, and hundreds of exhibitors, you’ll learn from the experts … Continue reading

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FOR THE FASHION CONSCIOUS – Magpul Pink Fluffy Bunny of Death T-Shirt Is Now Shipping

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I DON’T GET IT !

TGIF! We made it through another week, but the rain has been a real pain, I have a couple of reviews in progress that require some range time and getting outdoors has been a real challenge. I must tell you … Continue reading

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Joe Mantegna’s Custom SIG SAUER 1911 Pistol from Criminal Minds Placed Into History at NRA Museum’s Hollywood Exhibit

Newington, N.H. (July 24, 2018) – Recently, at the grand re-opening of the National Firearms Museum’s Hollywood Gun Exhibit, Criminal Minds star Joe Mantegna officially placed a SIG SAUER 1911 pistol, identical to the pistol used by his character, David … Continue reading

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Nikon Introduces the NEW TREX Modular Optic Carrying System!

Melville NY (July 24, 2018) – Nikon’s new TREX™ modular optic carry system is headed for dealers’ shelves and now available for the serious outdoors enthusiast. The TREX harness comfortably distributes an optic’s weight during long miles in the field … Continue reading

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Remington Awarded Army Carbine Contract

Huntsville, AL – Remington is pleased to announce the recent award of a contract to supply the US Army with Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) 5.56mm Carbines. This is the second significant award for 5.56mm carbines to Remington by the … Continue reading

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Parabon® NanoLabs to Attend 25th Annual IHIA Training Symposium

The 25th Annual International Homicide Investigators Association (IHIA) Training Symposium will be held July 29 – Aug. 3, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Reston, Va. (July 2018) – Parabon® NanoLabs, a vertically integrated DNA technology company that develops next-gen forensic … Continue reading

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HOGUE INCORPORATED ANNOUNCES LASER ENHANCED G10 & WOOD COMPOSITE MATERIAL GRIPS

Henderson, NV – Hogue, Inc., America’s premier manufacturer of firearm grips is proud to announce their Composite Material Laser Enhanced (LE) Grips for 1911 model autoloaders. “Our popular Laser Enhanced 1911 grips are now available with precision cut piranha grip … Continue reading

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HENSOLDT to deliver Electro-Optical System, ARGOS–II HD, to ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH for the use in the German Federal Police helicopter fleet

HENSOLDT’s Optronics business line has been selected by ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH for a three-year supply contract to deliver EO/IR systems to a central European NATO MoI end-user. The EO/IR system of choice, the ARGOS-II HD, will form part of … Continue reading

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WEBINAR ANNOUNCEMENT "Optimizing Revenue in a Changing Market"

  HOSTED BY: Hank Yacek, Point of Impact Group Doug VanderWoude, Point of Impact Group How do you optimize revenue and continue to be marketable in a changing market? In the one hour interactive webinar, firearms and shooting range industry … Continue reading

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Remington Outdoor Company Renews as Presenting Sponsor of National Shooting Sports Month

  NEWTOWN, Conn. — The National Shooting Sports Foundation®(NSSF®), the trade association for the firearms industry, is pleased to announce that Remington Outdoor Company has renewed its sponsorship of 2018’s National Shooting Sports Month as the Presenting Sponsor. Headquartered in … Continue reading

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