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SAAMI Welcomes Two New Members to Organization

NEWTOWN, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute® (SAAMI®) is pleased to announce that two new companies have joined its member roster. Savannah, Georgia-based Quantum Ammunition, LLC has been accepted as an Associate Member, and Vairog US, LLC,of … Continue reading

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Creedmoor® Sports Adds Five New Product Lines

Edgewood Shooting Bags, Grayboe, Markron Custom Products, BarrelCool and the TRACE 10 GEN2 Training Analysis System are latest brands and products to become available through Creedmoor® Sports. Anniston, Ala. (April 2018) – Creedmoor Sports, the leader in precision rifle equipment … Continue reading

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Rudy Reyes USMC Force RECON Comments on MANTIS X

I had the opportunity to review the MantisX Shooting Performance System shortly after Shot Show. I’ll let you listen to Rudy because no truer words have ever been spoken. An outstanding training system that delivers results immediately. Read my review.

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CRKT THE TECHNICIAN™ MULTI-TOOL a Glenn Klecker Design

  Glenn and CRKT created a superb multi-tool that will serve the auto technician, or anyone needing a generously apportioned multi-tool, extremely well. It’s all there,  including the typical CRKT quality. Check it out! Read my review…

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New Savage 110 Bear Hunter Delivers Superior Stopping Power on the Toughest Big Game

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – April 16, 2018 – The new 110 Bear Hunter from Savage delivers steadfast performance and superior stopping power against tough game and even tougher conditions. Shipments of these firearms are currently being delivered to dealers.The 110 Bear … Continue reading

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Sold-Out Women’s Firearm Training Conference Begins Thursday

AUSTIN TX – A Girl & A Gun Women’s Shooting League (AG & AG) is welcoming 350 participants, 100 instructors and staff, and more than 50 vendors to its 6th Annual National Training Conference, which begins Thursday in Burnet, Texas. … Continue reading

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Actor and Former U.S. Marine R. Lee Ermey Passes at 74

Best known as the Gunny, Lee Ermey had over 70 feature films to his credit. He was also an NRA board member and avid Second Amendment supporter. Lee Ermey was a common sight at the Shot Shows and could generally … Continue reading

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Outland Equipment’s Multi-Mission Axes

Built for the unforgiving environments encountered by military, law enforcement and emergency response professionals, Outland’s American-made Multi-Mission Series axes are reliable tools for rescue and survival situations. Outland Equipment Multi-Mission Axe (MMA) 1503 Mont Vernon, N.H. (April 2018) – Although … Continue reading

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Federal Premium Adds to Lineup of American Eagle Rifle Ammunition

ANOKA, Minnesota – April 12, 2018 – Federal Premium is pleased to announce it has added new calibers and grain weights to its full line of American Eagle rifle ammunition. Shipments are being delivered to dealers.American Eagle rifle ammunition offers … Continue reading

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New Savage 110 Wolverine in 450 Bushmaster Packs Potent Combination of Power and Precision

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – April 12, 2018 – Chambered for the straight-walled 450 Bushmaster cartridge, the new Savage 110 Wolverine offers both precision and power for deer, bears and hogs. Shipments of these firearms are currently being delivered to dealers.The 110 … Continue reading

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Vertx Solves Common Concealed Carry Problem With New Line Of Innovative Shirts

New WeaponGuard ™ Feature Reduces Abrasion against the Skin Cincinnati, Ohio – Vertx® announces the launch of its new line of shirts designed to comfortably carry concealed weapons and gear. The collection includes the new Guardian button-down style shirt and … Continue reading

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Buck Knives Expands 110 Folding Hunter Line of Knives

Automatic, upgraded blade, and lightweight version options now available Post Falls, ID –4/11/2018 –Buck Knives has introduced a variety of new knives, including additions to the 110 Folding Hunter® line, the knife that put the company on the map in … Continue reading

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Applied Ballistics Wins ESSO Contract to Advance Sniper Capabilities

Applied Ballistics LLC, a Michigan-based tech company focused on advancing the state of the art in long range rifle shooting, has been awarded a $1.3M contract by the Combating Terrorism Technical Support Office (CTTSO) to execute Phase 1 of the … Continue reading

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APPLIED FIBER CONCEPTS and PROPPER INTERNATIONAL TO SUPPLY NAVAL SECURITY FORCES WITH BODY ARMOR

  Naval Security Force provides a variety of services ranging from operating the Military Working Dog program and Vehicle Registration Office to providing base security and pass and identification information. Applied Fiber Concepts Inc. and Propper International were awarded a … Continue reading

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Morphix Technologies Exhibiting at Warrior Expo West

Morphix Technologies® will be displaying its TraceX® Explosive Detection Kit and Chameleon® Chemical Detection Armband at Booth #739 in San Diego, CA, April 18 – 19, 2018. Virginia Beach, Va. (April 2018) – Morphix Technologies®, an innovator in the science … Continue reading

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VA Healthcare 2018–There’s Still Time To Register

We’re just weeks away from VA Healthcare 2018, the most momentous healthcare event finding solutions to benefit the VA!The conference will be taking place at the MGM National Harbor, Oxon Hill, MD,  which features a 3,000 seat theater, 308 luxurious … Continue reading

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Remington RP45 Full-Size Striker Fired Pistol Now Available at Retail

  Huntsville, AL – Remington is proud to announce its full-size polymer pistol, the RP45 and RP45 Night Sight, is now available at retail locations nationwide. The Remington RP45 – a striker-fired, polymer frame pistol features a 4.5” barrel chambered … Continue reading

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Firearms Industry Economic Impact Rises 169% Since 2008

NEWTOWN, Conn. — The total economic impact of the firearms and ammunition industry in the United States increased from $19.1 billion in 2008 to $51.4 billion in 2017, a 169 percent increase, while the total number of full-time equivalent jobs … Continue reading

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Federal Premium Ammunition Rejoins National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers

  ANOKA, Minnesota – April 10, 2018 – Federal Premium Ammunition is pleased to announce the company has renewed its membership in the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) and will attend the group’s 2018 Expo and Annual Meeting … Continue reading

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OTIS SPONSORS BABES WITH BULLETS 3 GUN CHALLENGE FOR THIRD YEAR

Lyons Falls, NY: Otis Technology announces its participation as presenting sponsor of the 3rd Annual Babes with Bullets 3-Gun Challenge.  The match takes place May 19th and 20th at the Miculek’s Shootout Range near Shreveport, LA.As in years past, this … Continue reading

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Lockheed Martin’s MQ-25A Stingray May Soon Be Your Next In Flight Fueling Stop!

Speaking at the Sea-Air-Space Exposition on Monday, Rob Weiss and his successor, Jeff Babione, formerly of Lockheed’s F-35 program, discussed the unmanned tanker that Lockheed’s advanced developments division is working on for the U.S. Navy. MQ-25 being purpose-built tanker design … Continue reading

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AeroVironment Successfully Conducts Maritime Demonstration of Puma-Switchblade Automated Sensor-to-Shooter Capability to Counter Swarm Attacks

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., at Sea Air Space 2018, April 9, 2018 – AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for both defense and commercial applications, today announced the successful maritime demonstration of a Puma™–Switchblade® automated … Continue reading

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Discover Air Map’s New App

  Discover your airspace.Access up-to-date airspace intelligence for every country in the world. Global Airspace Rules & Advisories Get to know and understand the airspace around you with global airspace rules, advisories, weather, and more, right at your fingertips. Intuitive Flight … Continue reading

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Firefield AR Cleaning Kits: Everything Shooters Need for a Spotless Rifle

(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Firefield AR Cleaning Kits (FF38000) come with all the products needed to keep your AR in top-notch shape, leaving you with no excuse for a dirty firearm. These multi-AR caliber cleaning kits are ideal for rifles chambered … Continue reading

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American Tactical to Give Away GSG Firefly Package

(Summerville, SC ) – American Tactical, US manufacturer and world-wide importer of firearms, ammunition and tactical equipment, is proud to release details of its GSG Firefly Package Giveaway.The winner of the giveaway will receive a GSG Firefly Package worth over … Continue reading

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Dr. Steven Armentrout, President of Parabon® NanoLabs, to Present at Emirates International Forensic Conference and Exhibition

Dr. Armentrout will present “Objective Evaluation of a Comprehensive DNA Phenotyping System” on 10 April 2018 at the Sheikh Maktoum Hall in Dubai. Reston, Va. (April 2018) – Parabon® NanoLabs, a vertically integrated DNA technology company that develops next-gen forensic … Continue reading

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Remington is Now Shipping Golden Saber Black Belt Ammunition Featuring a New Belted Bullet Design

Madison, NC – Engineered in conjunction with law enforcement professionals, for law enforcement professionals, the new Golden Saber Black Belt load is now available. GSBB 9mm and 40 S&W offerings are shipping now. In tests measuring terminal performance through ordnance … Continue reading

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Barnes VOR-TX Ammunition Now Available in 6.5 Creedmoor

Mona, UT – Barnes Bullets the leader in bullet innovation and performance, adds 6.5 Creedmoor to the VOR-TX® ammunition lineup. Barnes VOR-TX is precision ammunition loaded with the deadliest hunting bullets on the planet. Barnes offers hunters the ultimate in … Continue reading

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Convert Your GLOCK to a FULL CONCEAL M3D

Got a GLOCK® 19/23/25/32/38 pistol (Gen 3/4 only) and want more concealability, comfort, safety,and firepower? In ten business days, FULL CONCEAL will convert your GLOCK into a M3D folding semi-auto! Las Vegas, Nev. (April 2018) – In 2017, a new … Continue reading

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Speer Adds to Lineup of Grand Slam Hunting Rifle Bullets

LEWISTON, Idaho – April 4, 2018 – Speer is happy to announce it will offer new calibers of Grand Slam hunting rifle bullets for reloaders. The already expansive line now includes a 140-grain 6.5mm, 100-grain 243 cal. and 120-grain 257 … Continue reading

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OTIS ANNOUNCES PROMOTION; NEW HIRE

Lyons Falls, NY: Otis Technology is excited to announce two changes within the organization – Erin Bush has been promoted to Vice President of Operations and Stephen Houten joins the Otis team as Government Sales Manager.Erin Bush has been with … Continue reading

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FACEBOOK WHAT!

I hope you’ve all had a pleasant and productive week. I made it through the week and realized that we haven’t had a good shoot the shit in a while, so it’s about time we do that. Readers there’s so … Continue reading

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Winning Team from Annual U.S. Army Special Operations Command International Sniper Competition Used MasterPiece Arms Chassis’

The 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) sniper team won the ninth annual event, which was held on Fort Bragg, North Carolina, March 18 – 22, 2018. Photo Credit: U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jacob Braman Comer, Ga. (April … Continue reading

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Mission First Tactical (MFT) Enters Muzzle Device Market with new EVOLVE Add-Ons

Muzzle brakes, compensators, hybrids and flash hiders, made in America with a Lifetime Warranty, from Mission First Tactical for mission serious shooters. Horsham, Pa. (April 2018) – Mission First Tactical, LLC (MFT™), a leader in USA-made rifle/carbine accessories, is proud … Continue reading

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Lyman Products Announces New Tacstar Carbon Fiber AR-15 Handguards with Integrated Sight Rails

Lightweight and super rugged, the Lyman® carbon fiber AR-15 handguards keep their cool when under fire. Middletown, Conn. (April 2018) – Tacstar®, a leader in tactical accessories and a Lyman brand, is proud to introduce new, highly functional carbon fiber … Continue reading

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Parabon NanoLabs to Present Snapshot DNA Phenotyping at 2018 Annual TCSAAC Conference

A presentation on the Parabon Snapshot® DNA Phenotyping Service will be led by Kaitlin Echols, Snapshot Case Manager, during the 2018 Annual TCSAAC Conference in Fort Worth, TX, April 6, 2018. Reston, Va. (April 2018) – Parabon® NanoLabs, a vertically … Continue reading

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New Savage 110 Predator Provides Custom Performance Straight From the Factory

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – April 3, 2018 – Savage’s feature-rich new 110 Predator offers predator hunters a high-performance shooting platform that’s every bit as adaptable as the carnivores they pursue. Shipments of these firearms are currently being delivered to dealers.The rugged … Continue reading

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Winchester Commemorative Victory Series Honors WWII Warfighters

  EAST ALTON, Ill., April 3, 2018 – Winchester pays honor to the U.S. warfighters and veterans of World War II with its Victory Series ammunition, specially packaged in WWII collector’s cartons and wood boxes. All ammunition as part of … Continue reading

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LaserMax Announces Spring 2018 Rebates

  (Bloomfield, NY) –  LaserMax, global leader in laser technology for home defense, personal protection, and training use, is proud to announce details for the new Spring 2018 Product Rebates.The spring rebate program will run from April 1- May 31, … Continue reading

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Federal Expands Lineup of Its Popular Syntech Ammunition

ANOKA, Minnesota – April 3, 2018 – Federal Ammunition is pleased to announce a new addition to its full line of Syntech handgun ammunition. Look for Syntech in a variety of the most popular loads, including the new 124-grain 9mm … Continue reading

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