Category Archives: Ammunition

National Rifle Association (NRA) Endorses 2nd Amendment Lawsuit Filed by Ammunition Depot and California Rifle & Pistol Association (CRPA)

Posted on Tuesday, 1 May, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Ammunition Depot stands up for America’s Second Amendment Rights and access to ammunition. Boca Raton, Fla. (April 30, 2018) – Ammunition Depot has joined the California Rifle & Pistol Association with support of the National Rifle Association (NRA) in filing … Continue reading →

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FBI Awards Contract for up to $19 Million of Specifically Designed Federal Premium Training Ammunition

Posted on Friday, 27 April, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – April 26, 2018 – The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has awarded Vista Outdoor a contract to supply FBI and other Federal Government Agencies with a high-performance Federal Premium 9mm handgun training round specifically designed to support … Continue reading →

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Lyman® Products Reloading Kits Include Essential Tools to Start Reloading

Posted on Wednesday, 25 April, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Built around Lyman®’s new 2018 reloading presses, the Brass Smith Ideal™, Victory™ and All-American 8™, are new reloading kits that provide everything to get started on a rewarding new hobby. Lyman Products Ideal Reloading Press Kit Middletown, Conn. (April 2018) … Continue reading →

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Shell Shock Technologies Sponsored Shooter John Vlieger Places 2nd Overall at USPSA Area 6 Championship

Posted on Friday, 20 April, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Vlieger placed second in Open Division and Second Overall at the 2018 USPSA Area 6 Championship, held in Okeechobee, Florida, April 12 – 15, 2018. Westport, Conn. (November2017) – Shell Shock Technologies, LLC., an early stage technology and manufacturing company … Continue reading →

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Federal Premium Adds to Lineup of American Eagle Rifle Ammunition

Posted on Friday, 13 April, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

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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Federal Premium Ammunition Rejoins National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers

Posted on Wednesday, 11 April, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

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

Posted on Friday, 6 April, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

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

Posted on Friday, 6 April, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

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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Speer Adds to Lineup of Grand Slam Hunting Rifle Bullets

Posted on Friday, 6 April, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

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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Winchester Commemorative Victory Series Honors WWII Warfighters

Posted on Wednesday, 4 April, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

  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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Federal Expands Lineup of Its Popular Syntech Ammunition

Posted on Wednesday, 4 April, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

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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Federal Premium Becomes Official Shotshell Ammunition Sponsor of USA Shooting

Posted on Tuesday, 3 April, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – April 2, 2018 – Federal Premium Ammunition is pleased to announce it is now the official shotshell ammunition sponsor and supplier of USA Shooting. The sponsorship strengthens the non-profit organization’s efforts to promote the shooting sports and … Continue reading →

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Alliant Powder Releases Improved Red Dot

Posted on Friday, 30 March, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

RADFORD, Virginia – March 29, 2018 – The original high-performance clay target powder just got even better. Alliant Powder, a leading manufacturer of smokeless propellant, offers clay target shooters a consistent, clean-burning option with the release of improved Red Dot. … Continue reading →

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Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute Publishes Approved 224 Valkyrie Cartridge Specifications

Posted on Wednesday, 28 March, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – March 27, 2018 – The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI) voted to approve the Federal Premium 224 Valkyrie as an official new cartridge during their committee meeting at the 2018 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, … Continue reading →

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Federal Premium Receives Five-Year Duty Ammunition Contract from Norway, Sweden and Denmark

Posted on Friday, 16 March, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

  ANOKA, Minnesota – March 15, 2018 – Federal Premium is proud to have secured a significant ammunition contract with the Swedish Police Authority, Danish National Police and Norwegian Police. These forces have committed to a five-year contract beginning in … Continue reading →

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CCI Adds to Mini-Mag Product Line with Segmented Hollow Point

Posted on Wednesday, 14 March, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

LEWISTON, Idaho – March 13, 2018 – CCI Ammunition is pleased to announce an addition to its popular Mini-Mag rimfire product line. New Mini-Mag Segmented Hollow Point combines all of what made the original a favorite with a bullet engineered … Continue reading →

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On Target Magazine Honors Federal Train + Protect with Editors’ Choice Award

Posted on Wednesday, 14 March, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – March 13, 2018 – On Target magazine recently recognized Federal Train + Protect ammunition with an Editors’ Choice Award. The load’s Versatile Hollow Point (VHP) bullet design helped earn the title, part of the magazine’s 16th annual … Continue reading →

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SIG SAUER Introduces 300 Win Mag SIG HT Hunting Ammunition

Posted on Friday, 9 March, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Newington, N.H. (March 1, 2018) – SIG SAUER, Inc. is now offering a 300 Win Mag round in its line of SIG HT™ premium-grade, copper hunting ammunition. This accurate hunting round features an all-copper bullet that delivers deep penetration and … Continue reading →

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U.S. Department of Homeland Security Awards Federal Premium Ammunition a .40 Caliber HST Ammunition Contract

Posted on Tuesday, 6 March, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – March 2, 2018 – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recently awarded Federal Premium a major ammunition contract. Starting delivery in 2018, the contract provides for up to 180 million rounds of .40 caliber Tactical HST duty … Continue reading →

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CCI Launches New VNT 17 HMR Long-Range Hunting Load

Posted on Tuesday, 6 March, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

LEWISTON, Idaho – March 2, 2018 – CCI Ammunition is pleased to introduce VNT 17 HMR, a long-range rimfire load that lets shooters devastate varmints or drill targets at extreme distances. Shipments are being delivered to dealers.The loads feature a … Continue reading →

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Federal Adds 300 Blackout to Power-Shok Copper Line

Posted on Friday, 2 March, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – March 1, 2018 – Federal is pleased to announce it has expanded its selection of Power-Shok Copper rifle ammunition with a new 120-grain 300 Blackout load. Shipments are being delivered to dealers.Federal Power-Shok Copper provides the same … Continue reading →

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Speer Secures Long-Term Ammunition Contract from French National Police

Posted on Thursday, 15 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

LEWISTON, Idaho – February 14, 2018 – The French National Police recently awarded Speer with a long-term contract for its 124-grain, 9mm Luger Gold Dot Duty ammunition. This contract reflects the company’s industry-leading technologies and longstanding commitment to excellence.“The French … Continue reading →

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Lyman® Products Celebrates 140 Years of Providing Innovative Products for Shooters, designed by Shooters.

Posted on Tuesday, 13 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

In 1878, William Lyman invented the Lyman Tang Sight to correct the problems associated with gun sights of his day, and the Lyman Gunsight Company was born. 140 years later, Lyman Products Corporation continues his legacy by employing a team, … Continue reading →

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Federal Premium Launches All-New Hydra-Shok Deep Personal Defense Load

Posted on Friday, 9 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – February 8, 2018 – Federal Premium Ammunition is pleased to announce a new high-performance self-defense load. Hydra-Shok Deep builds off the time-tested Hydra-Shok platform with design improvements that better meet modern performance measurements. Shipments are being delivered … Continue reading →

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Israeli-Based Israeli Military Industries Develops New Armor Piercing Match 5.56 Round That Outperforms M80 7.62 x 51 mm

Posted on Thursday, 8 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

IMI Systems’ Small Caliber Ammunition Division, the rounds manufacturer,  claims their new 5.56 APM combines the features of the 5.56mm and 7.62mm rounds. The ammunition is claimed to have enhanced accuracy and penetration capabilities, making it a suitable replacement option … Continue reading →

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Lyman® Products’ New Cyclone Case Dryer Dries Brass and Gun Parts in No Time!

Posted on Thursday, 18 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Lyman®, an innovator in the field of case preparation and reloading, introduces the perfect companion to any Ultrasonic or Rotary cleaning system with the new Cyclone Case Dryer. Middletown, Conn. (January 2018) – Lyman® Products proudly introduces the Cyclone Case … Continue reading →

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CCI Ammunition Will Launch Two New Rimfire Loads at the 2018 SHOT Show

Posted on Friday, 12 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – January 11, 2018 – CCI Ammunition is pleased to announce two new rimfire hunting loads during the 2018 SHOT Show (Booth No. 14551), January 23-26 at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The newest loads … Continue reading →

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Speer to Launch New Products at the 2018 SHOT Show

Posted on Friday, 12 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – January 11, 2018 – Speer will launch five new products within several lines during the 2018 SHOT Show (Booth No. 14551), January 23-26 at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.Highlights include the new Speer Handloading … Continue reading →

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Lyman Products Introduces the New Brass Smith All-American 8 Turret Press

Posted on Friday, 12 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Lyman, an innovator in the field of case preparation and reloading, has introduced the Brass Smith All-American 8™ Turret Press, the most feature-packed, rugged turret press on the market! Middletown, Conn. (January 2018) – Lyman® Products is proud to introduce … Continue reading →

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Alliant Powder Will Launch Two Improved Reloading Propellants at the 2018 SHOT Show

Posted on Thursday, 11 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – January 10, 2018 – Alliant Powder, a leading manufacturer of smokeless propellant, will launch improved Red Dot and Green Dot reloading powders during the 2018 SHOT Show (Booth No. 14551), January 23-26 at the Sands Expo Center … Continue reading →

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Federal Premium Will Launch 25 New Products at the 2018 SHOT Show

Posted on Wednesday, 10 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – January 9, 2018 – Federal Premium will launch more than two dozen new products within several lines during the 2018 SHOT Show (Booth No. 14551), January 23-26 at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.“We have … Continue reading →

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Lyman® Products New Brass Smith Victory™ Press, the Workhorse for the Reloading Bench

Posted on Wednesday, 10 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Visit Lyman® Products, booth # 12724 at the 2018 SHOT Show. Super sturdy, the Victory™ Press features a newly designed straight line primer feed. Middletown, Conn. (January 2018) – Lyman® Products introduces the must-have new Brass Smith Victory™ Press, the … Continue reading →

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Federal Premium Launches All-New Syntech Action Pistol Ammunition, Partners with USPSA

Posted on Tuesday, 9 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – January 8, 2018 – Federal Premium’s all-new Syntech Action Pistol ammunition helps competitive action sports shooters stay on top of their game. The clean-burning, hard-hitting and extremely accurate ammunition offers a variety of benefits that make it … Continue reading →

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Federal Premium Enhances Self-Defense Firepower With New Hydra-Shok Deep

Posted on Monday, 8 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

  ANOKA, Minnesota – January 5, 2018 – Federal Premium built on the legendary performance of its time-tested Hydra-Shok platform to create new Hydra-Shok Deep. The hard-hitting new round delivers improved penetration and superior reliability to provide handgun owners with … Continue reading →

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FBI Contract Awarded to Winchester

Posted on Friday, 5 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

EAST ALTON, Ill., January 4, 2018–  The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has completed an extensive evaluation process and Winchester has been chosen as its primary source for .40 S&W pistol ammunition. This includes a bonded jacketed hollow point (JHP) … Continue reading →

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Lyman Products New Brass Smith Ideal Press Covers Beginner and Experienced Reloaders

Posted on Wednesday, 3 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

The compact Ideal™ press is a great starting press for beginners, as well as a companion press for experienced reloaders. Middletown, Conn. (January 2018) – Lyman® Products proudly introduces the right-sized new Brass Smith Ideal™ press. Beginners using the C-Frame … Continue reading →

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U.S. Department of Homeland Security Awards Speer Gold Dot with Contract for up to 120 Million Rounds

Posted on Wednesday, 20 December, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

  LEWISTON, Idaho – December 19, 2017 – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE), recently awarded Speer a major ammunition contract. Starting delivery in 2018, the contract provides for up to 120 million rounds of … Continue reading →

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Federal Premium Introduces All-New 224 Valkyrie Cartridge

Posted on Thursday, 14 December, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

  ANOKA, Minnesota – December 13, 2017 – Federal Premium is pleased to introduce an all-new cartridge that takes the popular MSR 15 platform to unheard of heights in long-range precision and ballistic performance. The 224 Valkyrie produces flat trajectories, … Continue reading →

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National Police Ammunition Settles Industrial Press Claim

Posted on Thursday, 14 December, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

  Miami, Fla. (December 2017)  – National Police Ammunition, based in Miami, the leading supplier of small-arms ammunition for military, law enforcement and civilian use, has agreed to settle a claim that NPA filed over an industrial press that was … Continue reading →

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CALIFORNIA GUN OWNERS PROP 63 DEADLINE IS APPROACHING–GET YOUR AMMUNITION NOW.

Posted on Friday, 8 December, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Proposition 63: Firearms. Ammunition Sales. “Safety for All Act of 2016” Sale and purchase of ammunition. Beginning on January 1, 2019, anyone who wishes to purchase ammunition in the state must first pass a background check and obtain authorization by … Continue reading →

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