FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing
Homestead Training Center, FL 24-25 January 2023
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Firearm Industry Inducts Three into NSSF Hall of Fame
The contributions of Bob Behn, Richard Lipsey and Bill Ruger, Sr., to industry and the shooting sports are recognized at the 2023 SHOT Show®.
LAS VEGAS — NSSF®, The Trade Association of the Firearm Industry, honored three inductees to its Hall of Fame at the 2023 SHOT Show, recognizing them for their leadership that spanned decades and their contributions to the growth of the industry and expanding the shooting sports.
Joe Bartozzi, NSSF President and CEO, praised the three men in remarks made today at the NSSF Members Meeting at the SHOT Show. SHOT Show is the largest trade show of hunting, shooting, law enforcement and outdoor-related products in the world.
“Pausing at the SHOT Show to recognize our past leaders and their accomplishments reminds us that their efforts and involvement have benefitted our industry in so many ways. They have contributed to our heritage through the companies they ran, the products they helped create and their unique individual talents. For that and so much more, they deserve this honor and our praise,” said Bartozzi.
The inductees and their accomplishments are detailed in large panels at the SHOT Show, visible to the tens of thousands of trade professionals in attendance.
The 2023 inductees to the NSSF Hall of Fame are:
Bob Behn
Robert W. Behn joined the Marlin Firearms Company in 1969, eventually rising through the ranks to serve as the company’s President from 1997-2007 and then CEO until his retirement in 2008. After retiring from Marlin, Behn became a Senior Advisor to the Executive Chairman of Remington Arms while also serving as a director of Remington’s board. He is a past Vice Chairman of NSSF’s Board of Governors, as well as a past board member of the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI®). Behn is a recipient of NSSF’s Ken Sedlecky Lifetime Achievement Award.
Richard A. Lipsey
Richard Lipsey is the founder of powerhouse wholesaler and distributor Lipsey’s. His career in the sporting goods industry has spanned nearly 60 years, during which he built Lipsey’s into one of the largest distributors in the country. A dedicated conservationist, particularly in the area of wetlands, coastal and waterfowl conservation across North America and in his home state of Louisiana, Lipsey is renowned for his philanthropy on the local, state and federal levels. A staunch supporter of NSSF and its wide-ranging efforts over the years, Lipsey is a recipient of NSSF’s Ken Sedlecky Lifetime Achievement Award.
Bill Ruger
William B. Ruger, Sr., was the Founder and Chairman Emeritus of Sturm, Ruger & Company. Widely recognized as one of America’s greatest gun designers, Bill led the company to becoming the largest firearm manufacturer in the United States. He had a hand in the original design and time-honored styling of every firearm his company produced, and he continued to work on new creations up until his death in 2002. His first firearm introduction in 1949, a stylish .22 caliber target pistol, was considered “the first gun” of many Americans and is still one of the most popular target pistols in widespread use. Beyond his extraordinary accomplishments in the firearm field, Bill was a charter founder of NSSF and a tremendous supporter of the foundation’s efforts.
“The NSSF Hall of Fame reminds everyone of the pride we take in our industry and what our leaders then and now stand up for—the freedom to make, own and use firearms responsibly in America,” said Bartozzi.
This prestigious group of 2023 NSSF Hall of Fame inductees joins the ranks of past honorees, whose biographies who can be found on NSSF’s Hall of Fame website.
NSSF unveiled the Hall of Fame concept and inducted the inaugural class of six at the 2020 SHOT Show. No Hall of Fame induction ceremony took place in 2021 when SHOT Show was conducted virtually due to the pandemic. Six were inducted last year—three each for 2021 and 2022.
About NSSF
NSSF is the trade association for the firearm industry. Its mission is to promote, protect and preserve hunting and the shooting sports. Formed in 1961, NSSF has a membership of thousands of manufacturers, distributors, firearm retailers, shooting ranges, sportsmen’s organizations and publishers nationwide. For more information, visit nssf.org.
Dave Baron Honored with NSSF Ken Sedlecky Lifetime Achievement Award
LAS VEGAS — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, today presented its highest honor—the Ken Sedlecky Lifetime Achievement Award—to Dave Baron, former owner and CEO of Baron Technology, a Connecticut-based firm known throughout the firearm industry for its quality engraving and finishing services.
The award was presented at NSSF’s annual Members Meeting during the industry’s annual trade show, the SHOT Show®.
The NSSF Ken Sedlecky Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes individuals who have distinguished themselves by their long-term commitment to the success of the industry and by their support of NSSF’s mission to promote, protect and preserve hunting and the shooting sports.
Throughout his career, Baron has given back to this industry and the people—youth and adults—who use its products responsibly for enjoyment in recreational shooting and hunting. His dedication to supporting youth programs monetarily and with his own time connects with his passion for conservation and doing his part to help the shooting sports endure.
After six years with the U.S. Marines, Baron joined the family business in 1982, the year it was founded by his father, Frank. Baron has spent his entire career there, rising to president, CEO and owner. The company, which grew rapidly, made its mark engraving and detailing countless collectible firearms and other products—many of them used in fundraising auctions to benefit worthy causes.
Baron’s particular interest has been to support youth participation in the shooting sports as well as children who struggle with illness and disease. He has been a board member and president of the Kids and Clays Foundation, which supports Ronald McDonald House through fundraising clay shoots around the country. He currently serves on the boards of the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance, 4-H Shooting Sports Foundation and the National Wild Turkey Foundation.
His life of service and generosity has brought him other accolades, including twice being named SHOT Business Person of the Year, earning the NRA Personal Achievement Award and being named to Outdoor Life’s “25 People Who have changed the Face of Shooting and Hunting.”
Baron has long supported the NSSF and its Project ChildSafe® firearm safety program, the NRA Foundation and Friends of NRA. He was a founding member of Youth Shooting Sports Association, which was organized to deliver firearms, ammunition, targets and supplies to youth shooting programs across the nation.
“Dave Baron is a kind, generous person who has always looked for opportunities to lend support in the shooting sports community and outside of it to help those in need,” said Joe Bartozzi, NSSF President and CEO. “His example of giving back inspires us all.”
Said Baron, “My passion has always been with developing the next generation. They need to love shooting and conservation just like we do. The future of all we hold dear depends on our best efforts now!”
The award’s namesake, Ken Sedlecky, had a long career at Smith & Wesson, was inducted into the National Skeet Shooting Hall of Fame and was known for mentoring new youth and adult target shooters.
About NSSF
NSSF is the trade association for the firearm industry. Its mission is to promote, protect and preserve hunting and the shooting sports. Formed in 1961, NSSF has a membership of thousands of manufacturers, distributors, firearm retailers, shooting ranges, sportsmen’s organizations and publishers nationwide. For more information, visit nssf.org.
The Extrema Ratio S-THIL STONE WASHED is a backup tactical knife of monolithic construction milled out of a 5 mm (0.2”) bar of BOHLER N690 steel, developed in cooperation with designer Thilo Arnd Schiller.
The spear point blade is heat treated to 58 HRC for best combination of edge retention and toughness. It has a false double edge to make it very effective in thrusting and piercing and has a full length fuller that flows elegantly from the blade into the handle. The blade is milled integral to the knife for better compactness and lightness, with minimum thickness yet with a pattern that reminds of the classical Extrema Ratio knife grip.
This profile creates two small guards and a comfortable thumb rest to prevent the hand from slipping towards the blade. On the pommel there is a diamond shaped skull crusher and a slot for a wrist strap or for giving the knife a paracord grip wrap.
The stamped nylon sheath has been designed to be extremely flat and very narrow, to keep it as compact as possible. Knife design makes the sheath ambidextrous and allows to insert the knife with the edge on the left or the right. The integral twin retention system is composed of four pressure elements that work one pair at a time, according to the direction the knife is inserted, while the textile nylon part has a button and a strap to secure the knife to the sheath.
The tip of the sheath has a hole to allow debris or liquids to be expelled simply by blowing into it. The sheath can be used with belt clip, ULTICLIP or malice clip making it extremely versatile, while it is also possible to attach it to a M.O.L.L.E. webbing just by weaving paracord through it.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION:
TYPE: FIXED BLADE
USE: TACTICAL, BACKUP
WEIGHT G.: 123
WEIGHT OZ.: 4,34
BLADE LENGTH (MM): 119
BLADE LENGTH (IN): 4,68
TOTAL LENGTH (MM): 230
TOTAL LENGTH (IN): 9,06
BLADE THICKNESS (MM): 5
BLADE THICKNESS (IN): 0,20
BLADE MATERIAL: BÖHLER N690 STEEL (58HRC)
BLADE FINISHING: STONE WASHED
MAIN GRID: FILO PIANO
HANDLE MATERIAL: BÖHLER N690 STEEL (58HRC)
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Meet the CZ Custom A01-SD OR, Optics-Ready, Built for Competition
Kansas City, KS (January 18, 2023) – The wait is over. With an overwhelming response from the loyal CZ Custom customer base, the CZ-USA team is pleased to show off the new custom A01-SD OR Pistol to the product line. The CZC A01-SD OR Pistol adds to the list of hammer-fired, optics-ready offerings and is loaded with custom high-performance features that’ll edge out the competition.
The A01-SD OR comes equipped with a fixed rear sight mounted on a removable cover plate. Upgrading to a reflex sight optic is easy using the included DPP or RMR footprint adaptor plates.
A well-balanced pistol is essential for rapid target transitions. The design team shorted the pistol’s dust cover, which shifted the pistol’s balance point closer to the shooter’s hand. Further ergonomic enhancements include a deep beavertail and undercut trigger guard for a rock-solid grip, while raised 25 LPI checkering provides a solid grip.
Performance features include a bull barrel for enhanced accuracy and an internal magwell for fumble-free, lightning-fast reloads using its 19-round magazine. Pinning the hammer and sear directly to the frame improves trigger pull consistency. The A01-SD OR includes CZC components for a competitive edge, like a competition hammer, short reset disconnector, extended firing pin, and a trigger straight from the CZ 85 Combat.
The forged steel frame and 4.9-inch bull barrel enhance accuracy and soak up recoil; the pistol tips the scale at 51.2-ounces. The custom shop A01-SD OR pistol includes a conveniently located manual thumb safety.
Setting sights on the podium has never been easier than with the optic-ready custom CZ A01-SD OR pistol.
CZ Custom A01-SD OR Features:
Optics-ready, cover plate with rear sight installed
Two aluminum plate adapters – RMR & DPP
Shortened dust cover offers in-the-hand balance for quick transitions
Match-grade bull barrel
Deep beavertail & Undercut trigger guard
Raised 25 LPI checkering
Internal magwell
Hammer and sear pinned to the frame for trigger pull consistency
DA pull weight is from 8-8.5 lbs, while SA clocks in at 3-3.5 lbs
CZC competition hammer
CZC short reset disconnector
CZC extended firing pin
CZC 85 Combat Trigger
CZ Custom A01-SD OR Specifications:
SKU: 91732
Caliber: 9mm
Mag Capacity: 19 rounds
Frame: Forged steel
Trigger Mech: Double Action/Single Action
Slide Finish: Blued
Front Sight: Fiber Optic
Rear Sight: Fixed Sight
Grips: G10
Barrel Length: 5 in
Height: 5.9 in
Weight: 47 oz
Overall Length: 8.6 in
Safety: Manual thumb safety
MSRP: $2699.00
Since 1997, CZ-USA has offered American shooters and hunters the best firearms the Czech Republic has to offer. CZ-USA will continue to improve, innovate, and add to the CZ-USA line-up of high-quality, affordable handguns, rifles, shotguns, plus custom-quality handguns from Dan Wesson. See how CZ-USA can make your shooting better, easier, and a lot more fun at cz-usa.com/.
For more information, please visit WWW.CZ-USA.COM
NSSF Names Louisiana State Rep. Blake Miguez 2022 State Legislator of the Year
WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, recognized Louisiana Republican state Rep. Blake Miguez as the 2022 NSSF State Legislator of the Year for his determined commitment to protect the firearm industry against “woke” discrimination.
The award was presented by Laurie Aronson, Chairwoman and CEO of Lipsey’s and member of NSSF’s Board of Governors.
“We are honored to present Representative Miguez with the 2022 NSSF State Legislator of the Year Award for his bold and determined leadership to stand firm against the ‘woke’ corporate discrimination against firearm-related businesses,” said Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF Senior Vice President and General Counsel. “Representative Miguez’s commitment to free commerce was evident in his leadership in working to end discriminatory practices against firearm-related businesses simply for being politically-disfavored by ‘woke’ Wall Street banks. This isn’t the only example. He worked tirelessly to sponsor and pass an Industry Protection Bill in 2020 that protected members of the firearm industry against being forcibly closed by state or local government officials during declared emergencies and disasters. Firearm businesses across Louisiana, and the customers they serve, have benefitted from Rep. Miguez’s dedication to the Second Amendment and free commerce.”
Louisiana House of Representatives Majority Leader Miguez sponsored the 2021 Firearm Industry Nondiscrimination (FIND) Act. That legislation was overwhelmingly passed by both the state House of Representatives (72-19) and the state Senate (25-8) but was ultimately vetoed by Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards.
Rep. Miguez has also championed Second Amendment rights for Louisiana residents by sponsoring many bills including carrying firearms for self-defense in churches, state firearm law preemption and restoration of Second Amendment rights for non-violent offenses.
Rep. Miguez finished 5th in the 2022 IPSC World Shoot in Thailand in November 2022 and helped Team USA claim the Silver Medal. He has previously been the International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC) World Champion and has proven to be one of the world’s best pistol competitive shooters over the last two decades. This experience makes him uniquely qualified among his policy-making peers across the country to understand the concerns and challenges facing the American firearm industry and gun owners.
About NSSF
NSSF is the trade association for the firearm industry. Its mission is to promote, protect and preserve hunting and the shooting sports. Formed in 1961, NSSF has a membership of thousands of manufacturers, distributors, firearm retailers, shooting ranges, sportsmen’s organizations and publishers nationwide. For more information, visit nssf.org..
New Bond Arms® Rawhide Pistols are as Tough as They Come
Granbury, TX (January 18, 2023) – Bond Arms® is proud to release a lineup of handguns to provide shooters with a tough-as-nails, no-nonsense handgun they can depend on. The new Rawhide family is designed with durability and functionality in mind at a price point that provides unequaled value for the investment.
With chamberings in .357Mag, .38Sp and .22LR, the Rawhide lineup offers shooters firepower from rimfire to magnum cartridges to fit a variety of needs. At a 4.5” overall length, the Rawhide pistols are perfect for everyday carry, a truck pistol, and suited perfectly as a camp or ranch gun.
The cowboy-style frame (no trigger guard), is paired with Bond’s Rough & Tumble stainless-steel finished barrel and frame, and comes with optional rosewood or nylon grips to provide sturdiness and durability. When it comes to quality, every component and internal part of the Rawhide lineup is painstakingly machined to the highest tolerances. These single-action, fixed-sight firearms bring the shooter simplicity for increased durability and longevity.
From a backcountry campsite to everyday carry and range time to the ranch, the Rawhide family by Bond Arms is made to be durable, accurate, and reliable. Shooters can count on their Rawhide pistol when the need arises.
Features:
Stainless Steel frame with Rough & Tumble series finish
Patented Rebounding Hammer
Compatible with all standard Bond Arms barrels
2.5-in. Stainless Steel Barrel and Frame
Automatic Spent Casing Extractor
Retracting Firing Pins
Cross Bolt Safety
Thin nylon grip material
Single action
Spring-loaded, cammed locking lever
.22LR Specs
Standard grip size
Fixed sights
4.5-in. Length
21 Oz. weight
2 shot capacity
Single action
MSRP – $269.00
HR Specs
Rubber grip material
Standard grip size
Fixed sights
4.5-in. Length
19 Oz. weight
2 shot capacity
Single action
MSRP – $277.00
HW Specs
Rosewood grip material
Standard grip size
Fixed sights
4.5-in. Length
19 Oz. weight
2 shot capacity
Single action
MSRP – $287.00
BOND ARMS, INC. is located in Granbury, Texas and manufactures the award-winning Bond Arms Derringer – the finest in double barrel protection. Originally organized under the name Texas Armory, the company became incorporated as Bond Arms in 1995 with the idea that the Remington Model 95 over-under, single-action derringer could be converted from an Old West anachronism into a modern & reliable handgun. The barrel and frame were redesigned to safely fire modern calibers & the entire handgun is constructed entirely from stainless steel. This makes for a pistol that’s both strong and durable.
Visit Alien Gear Holsters® at booth 10174 during SHOT Show® 2023
Alien Gear Holsters® Rapid Force™ Duty Holster Now Available in Tan 499Alien Gear Holsters®
Rapid Force™ Duty Holster expands to include a Tactical Tan Kit for the Level III holster.
Post Falls, Idaho (January 2023) – Alien Gear Holsters®, designers and manufacturers of American-made holsters and firearms accessories, and the Rapid Force™ line of Level 2 and Level 3 Duty Holsters, introduce the Rapid Force Duty Holster in the Tan 499 colorway. The new Tan 499 holster will be exhibited at the 2023 SHOT Show® at Booth 10174, to be held Jan. 17 – 20, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The Rapid Force Duty Holster in Tan 499, the official color adopted by the U.S. Army in 2019, is a 100 percent IR neutral tan, which will be offered in a Tactical Tan Kit. The kit will include a Rapid Force Level III holster with a mid-ride belt slide swivel drop leg and MOLLE attachments, along with Alien Gear’s Quick Detach System (QDS) for a seamless transition between reconfigurations. The Rapid Force Tan 499 Duty Holster will be available for the GLOCK 17, GLOCK 19, and SIG Sauer P320 (M17 or M18) with a weapon light and an optic hood.
Alien Gear’s original Rapid Force Duty Holster was designed specifically for law enforcement and military professionals. Its revolutionary retention mechanism was engineered to provide the highest level of security while maintaining an incredibly fast and fluid draw. Alien Gear Holsters’ patented Gross Motor Response (GMR™) retention control system allows the user to draw consistently with a perfect grip, even under stress. The Rapid Force Duty Holster has been thoroughly tested in extreme environments and under extreme conditions so that it has been referred to as a “tank” of a holster, able to withstand anything thrown at it.
“The Rapid Force Duty Holster is fast proving itself as the premier, modern duty holster,” Joe Lienemann, Director of Law Enforcement Sales for Alien Gear Holsters, commented. “Its ergonomic retention system enables a faster draw with no loss of security and a robust construction that withstands the harshest conditions and environments. With the new Tactical Tan Kit, we will be able to reach customers that require this specific color finish.”
For more information on Alien Gear Holsters and the Rapid Force line, visit http://www.aliengearholsters.com..
About Alien Gear Holsters®:
Alien Gear Holsters, a division of Tedder Industries, is based entirely in the United States and manufactures everything exclusively from their facility in Northern Idaho. Founded in 2013, Alien Gear Holsters are the most comfortable concealed carry holsters on the planet. Any planet. Alien Gear Holsters manufactures durable leather and lightweight neoprene composite holsters complete with fully swappable, plastic shells that are interchangeable with any inside and outside the waistband gun holster styles.
Rapid Force™ Duty Holsters protect the firearms of our First Responders. Engineered to meet the needs of active law enforcement and military service members, Rapid Force features a secure Level 2 or Level 3 retention, a fast and intuitive draw, and are extreme durability.
Using state-of-the-art 3D modeling, precision injection molding, and specially blended polymers, Alien Gear Holsters can repeatably produce top-quality holsters, made entirely in the USA, for much less than other tactical holster brands can produce. Alien Gear is proud to employ military and law enforcement veterans, competitive shooters, and firearms enthusiasts to ensure that our mindset matches yours.
DriX Unmanned Surface Vehicle takes part in Digital Horizon 22 military exercise organized by US Navy in Bahrain
Saint-Germain-en-Laye – 19/01/2023 – Exail, formerly iXblue, recently took part in the Digital Horizon Unmanned & Artificial Intelligence Exercise in Bahrain, organized by the US Navy. The U.S. Navy’s 5th Fleet held the three-week exercise in December to test new unmanned technologies, as part of its plans to establish the world’s first Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) fleet of one hundred drones in the Gulf by the end of the summer.
The current geopolitical situation means that manned assets are in increasing demand elsewhere, leading the Navy to look to the latest unmanned technologies to expand its capabilities. Vice Adm. Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, U.S. 5th Fleet and Combined Maritime Forces, set up Task Force 59 last year to speed new tech integration across the 5th Fleet, and seek alternative, cost-effective solutions for conducting Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) missions. Maritime Domain Awareness can be defined as the effective understanding of military and non-military events in the maritime environment that could impact the security, safety, economy, or environment of a nation or a region.
Exail’s DriX USV was among the fifteen USVs and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) selected to participate in the exercise, which staged a Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) mission. The USVs and UAVs were tasked with gathering data on the surface in order to detect and identify potential threats. One of the main requirements was for the drones to communicate with each other using a common OPS system. The complementarity aspect of the different drones was also important, as the 5th Fleet aims to leverage the different capacities of each drone to cover a wide array of competencies in order to produce a Common Operating Picture of what is occurring in a specific zone of water.
With its highly hydrodynamic monohull and drop keel, DriX showed high reliability with excellent seakeeping and speed results, accomplishing its mission of gathering data on the surface and proving its capacity to successfully integrate third party radar and cameras. The ability of DriX to integrate within a military communications network was successfully proven, thanks to its wide range of communication means (including Certus, 4G, Wifi and Silvus). The USV further meets requirements in terms of communications redundancy, crucial for minimizing risk during military operations, and is fitted with an advanced collision avoidance system that ensures robust and safe autonomous navigation at sea.
Guillaume Eudeline, Exail’s Naval Autonomy Market Director said:
“We’re very happy about the feedback from the TF59 on DriX’s performance. We’d like to thank the US Navy 5th Fleet for their support throughout the exercise and in particular Capt. Michael Brasseur and his staff. For the first time DriX integrated a multiple-unmanned collaborative military organization, alongside some of the industry’s best. It was a real success and we are proud to have collaborated in this group effort, which showed what unmanned technologies can bring to MDA.”
ATF has now released the agency’s long awaited rules change “Factoring Criteria for Firearms With Attached Stabilizing Braces”
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Big Horn Armory Offers SHOT Show® Special on All AR500s
All new AR500 Rifle and Pistol purchases made from Big Horn Armory between Jan. 18. – 22, 2023, will receive a ten percent discount off the order.
Cody, Wyo. (January 2023) – Big Horn Armory (BHA), makers of big-bore firearms, is offering a time-sensitive deal on all of its AR500s in honor of the industry trade show, SHOT Show®, happening this week in Las Vegas, Nevada. Any new BHA AR500 semi-auto rifle or pistol purchased directly from the website between Jan. 18 – 22, 2023, will receive a ten percent discount off their purchase. BHA is currently shipping the AR500 from stock and a service representative will contact you within 48 hours to discuss options.
The AR500 rifle is an AR rifle like no other. Chambered in 500 Auto Max, BHA’s groundbreaking AR500 Rifle is the most powerful AR firearm available. BHA was not content with the big bore cartridge offerings available in the AR platform, so the company made its own. The logical choice was something to match the power and versatility of BHA’s Model 89 Lever Action in 500 Smith & Wesson Magnum. The result was the development of the 500 Auto Max, a rimless 500 S&W Magnum to feed in a semi-automatic rifle.
BHA’s bold AR design and big bore 500 Auto Max cartridge put an unparalleled amount of power into a pleasant shooting, rapid-firing, versatile rifle. This combination of size, familiar manual-of-arms, available accessories, and energy on target make the AR500 Rifle ready to handle almost any situation. The AR500 is also available in a braced-pistol configuration: the AR500 semi-auto pistol.
The 500 Auto Max is a rimless 500 S&W Magnum that is easy to obtain or reload. A very versatile cartridge, it can be had in loaded ammunition with bullets ranging from 350grns to an amazing 600grns. The handloader can utilize over 55 different bullets ranging from 200grns to 700grns in almost any bullet type imaginable, including hard cast, jacket hollow points, monolithic solids, etc. This unprecedented range of bullet weight and design make the AR500 suitable for anything from prairie dogs to pachyderms to Peterbilt’s. Truck stopping power in a platform weighing less than 10 pounds. Factory ammunition for the 500 Auto Max is available through Buffalo Bore, Steinel Ammunition, and Underwood Ammunition.
Whether it is packing 36,800 ft. lbs. of energy in a lever-action, or building the most powerful AR on the market, BHA’s goal is to give the customer the biggest bang for his or her buck.
Take advantage of these deals by visiting www.bighornarmory.com, calling 307-586-3700, or emailing general@bighornarmory.com
For more on Big Horn Armory, visit www.bighornarmory.com
About Big Horn Armory:
Big Horn Armory was founded in 2008 with the expressed intention of designing a Browning-type lever-action gun chambered in 500 Smith & Wesson Magnum. The Big Horn Armory Model 89, made in America, closely follows the work of John Browning with refinements courtesy of modern metallurgy and machining capabilities. The first rifles began shipping in September of 2012 and since then, BHA has added to their big bore lineup with a Model 90 Carbine in 460 S&W, the Model 90A in 454 Casull, the Model 90B in .45 Colt, the Model 89A in 500 Linebaugh and the Model 89B in .475 Linebaugh. In 2017, Big Horn Armory took a departure from its lever-action series and developed the AR500 Auto Max, the most powerful short-range, semi-auto based on an AR .308 platform.
Visit Alien Gear Holsters® at booth 10174 during SHOT Show® 2023
Introducing the Alien Gear Holster® Photon Holster, the Most Versatile Holster on the Planet
Alien Gear Holsters® New Photon Holster is the most feature-rich holster ever created and practically sells itself!
Post Falls, Idaho (January 2023) – Alien Gear Holsters®, designers and manufacturers of American-made holsters and firearms accessories, and the Rapid Force™ line of Level 2 and Level 3 Duty Holsters, proudly introduce the most versatile concealed carry holster ever developed: the Photon. The Photon holster will be featured at the 2023 SHOT Show® at Booth 10174, to be held Jan. 17 – 20, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
“The Photon was developed with our retailers in mind,” Sandi Little, COO of Alien Gear Holsters, commented. “Knowing the difficulty in assessing a customer’s needs and fitting those needs to the right concealed carry holster, we simplified the process by producing a holster, the Photon, that is incredibly multifaceted.”
The Photon holster is the only holster on the market that includes all of the following features in one holster:
For more information on Alien Gear Holsters and the Rapid Force line, visit www.aliengearholsters.com.
About Alien Gear Holsters®:
Alien Gear Holsters, a division of Tedder Industries, is based entirely in the United States and manufactures everything exclusively from their facility in Northern Idaho. Founded in 2013, Alien Gear Holsters are the most comfortable concealed carry holsters on the planet. Any planet. Alien Gear Holsters manufactures durable leather and lightweight neoprene composite holsters complete with fully swappable, plastic shells that are interchangeable with any inside and outside the waistband gun holster styles.
Rapid Force™ Duty Holsters protect the firearms of our First Responders. Engineered to meet the needs of active law enforcement and military service members, Rapid Force features a secure Level 2 or Level 3 retention, a fast and intuitive draw, and are extreme durability.
Using state-of-the-art 3D modeling, precision injection molding, and specially blended polymers, Alien Gear Holsters can repeatably produce top-quality holsters, made entirely in the USA, for much less than other tactical holster brands can produce. Alien Gear is proud to employ military and law enforcement veterans, competitive shooters, and firearms enthusiasts to ensure that our mindset matches yours.
Spartan Armor Systems® Introduces the Hercules Lite RF2 Level III+/RF2 Armor Plate
Spartan Armor Systems®’ new Hercules Lite Level III+/RF2 ceramic and UHMWPE armor plate offers balanced protection and performance in a standalone plate.
Tucson, Ariz. (January 2023) – Spartan Armor Systems®, manufacturers of American-designed and made body armor, tactical gear, and targets, is pleased to introduce its new Hercules Lite RF2 Level III+/RF2 rated armor plate, made at the Spartan Armor Systems facility in Arizona. Offering balanced protection and performance in a standalone plate, the Hercules Lite is engineered to stop M80 BALL and advanced threats such as M855.
The Hercules Lite is the perfect intermediate plate offering protection against non-armor piercing threats in a lightweight platform. At just 4 lbs per plate, the Hercules Lite allows the operator to maintain agility and ease of movement. Despite the lightweight configuration, the Hercules Lite still meets the NIJ standards for backface deformation which is designed to limit the effects of blunt force trauma.
In addition to its true multi-curve design, the Hercules Lite provides full edge-to-edge coverage in a SAPI medium 9.5×12.5 in. design, with a 1 in. thickness profile. Made from ceramic and UHMWPE materials, Hercules Lite body armor’s exterior is covered with 1000 Denier Cordura® material and features the Hercules embroidered logo. To be notified when the Hercules Lite goes live, use the sign-up form on this page.
Hercules Lite Threat Profile:
Round | Velocity (FPS)
M855: 3,020
XM193: 3,150
7.62×39: 2,380
7.62×51, .308/M80 BALL: 2,780
Spartan Armor Systems offers the lowest lead time at only two to five business days to ship an order. Free shipping on orders of $199 or more.
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About Spartan Armor Systems®:
Spartan Armor Systems’ mission is to provide first responders and civilians with the affordable, reliable body armor protection they deserve. Spartan Armor Systems is one of the premier body armor and tactical gear suppliers in the United States, with high-quality armor plates, body armor, reactive targets, and more. Spartan Armor Systems specializes in NIJ-compliant body armor and manufactures ceramic & steel level III, level III+, and level IV threat protection. Their state-of-the-art facility in Tucson, AZ allows Spartan Armor to manufacture high volumes of body armor, resulting in some of the lowest lead times in the industry.
Visit Tasmanian Tiger® at SHOT Show 2023 in Booth 20221, Jan. 17 – 20, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Tasmanian Tiger® Introduces TT Small Combi Rig
The TT Small Combi Rig is a light, flexible, and modular belt harness.
Tasmanian Tiger®, a tactical nylon line of products distributed exclusively for the US market by Proforce Equipment, Inc., is pleased to introduce the TT Small Combi Rig, a light, flexible, and modular belt harness. It has a removable hook and loop magazine module which can be used on plate carriers. The accessories pocket and MOLLE side flaps are also removable.
The TT Small Combi Rig features adjustable, flat padded straps and removable laser-cut MOLLE side wings suitable for magazines or pouches. The back is covered in hook and loop, making it compatible with use as a front flap for plate carriers. The TT Small Combi Rig also has a hook and loop divider for individual division for the magazine module. Thus, it can be used for M4, G36, or AK magazines. It also has interchangeable magazine inserts for three M4 (PMAG) magazines (50g) and four pistol / MP7 magazines (40g). The TT Assault Pack (or similar) can be attached to the back of the TT Small Combi Rig.
The removable inside pocket is like the TT Tac Pouch 12 and features three loops on the back for glow sticks, etc. The bottom has a stretch insert and bungee cord for a tourniquet.
The TT Small Combi Rig weighs in at 1.56 lbs. (710 kg.) and is made from Cordura® 700 denier (Multicam 500 denier). Available in Olive, Black, and Coyote for an MSRP of $139. Available in Multicam for an MSRP of $149.
Click to see the 2023 Tasmanian Tiger New Items digital catalog here or the Vol. 3 Product digital catalog here. Find a local dealer here for any of the exciting Tasmanian Tiger products.
All sales inquiries can be directed to tt@tasmaniantigerusa.com.
| About Tasmanian Tiger®: |
| Tasmanian Tiger®, a division of Tatonka GmbH, is an international brand founded in 1999 to provide user-design-driven nylon products to elite warfighters and law enforcement in Europe and Asia. From prototype to production, all products are manufactured in the company’s own facilities, thus ensuring a consistently high level of quality throughout the production processes. All products are quality checked before leaving the facility and checked regularly by independent international test centers.USA: www.tasmaniantigerusa.comWorldwide: https://www.tasmaniantiger.info/en/. |
RITON Introduces the 5-Tactix 1-10 X 24 LPVO at SHOT SHOW 2023 in Las Vegas.
The long awaited Riton optics First Focal plane 1-10×24 was introduced at this year’s SHOT SHOW. This is a precision LPVO featuring impressive optical clarity and definition. From red dot capabilities with fast target acquisition on 1 power to long range precision work on 10 power.
BARNEVELD, Wis. – Vortex® is headed to the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Convention and Sports Show in Nashville, Tenn., from Feb. 15–19. Attendees can visit Booth #2046 to check out the company’s popular line of red dot sights, optics, gear, and apparel, including a first look at all newly launched products for 2023.
Hunters can also meet Vortex® brand ambassadors and the creators behind one of YouTube’s fastest growing hunting channels — The Hunting Public — plus enter for a chance to win a 2024 spring turkey hunt with the crew. The prize package for this special contest includes:
This hunt will be filmed for a future episode on The Hunting Public’s YouTube channel. Stopping by the Vortex® booth will score you five extra giveaway entries to increase your chance of winning. If you can’t make it to the show, you can still enter online by clicking here.
Also at the booth — have you ever wondered what a turkey looks like through a red dot sight? Now’s the opportunity to see for yourself. Using vivid photography of turkeys in the field, hunters will be able to take the red dot of their choice and see what a strutting tom looks like at 20, 40, and 60 yards.
Finally, if you’re looking to take home a keepsake from your NWTF Convention experience, the Vortex® team will have a unique hat for sale at the booth — a special edition, duck camo, Richardson 112 cap — currently not available anywhere else.
To see more from Vortex®, visit VortexOptics.com
About Vortex®: Your desire to be your best fuels our promise to provide nothing short of exceptional performance, unmatched service, and memorable experiences. The way we see it, your success is our success. Welcome to Vortex Nation™.
GPO Introduces New 15-45×60 Tactical Spotting Scope with FFP Reticle
RICHMOND, Va. (Jan. 17, 2023) — GPO, USA is proud to introduce its new 15-45×60 Tactical Spotting Scope, featuring the same reticle found in the company’s popular new first focal plane GPOTAC™ 4.5-27x50i FFP Tactical riflescope.
“Employing the same mil based reticle in both the GPOTAC™ 4.5-27x50i FFP Tactical riflescope and our new 15-45×60 Tactical Spotting Scope makes using them in tandem the ideal shooting combination ,” said Michael Jensen, GPO, USA owner and CEO. “For serious long-range shooting, trying to spot and adjust long-range shots without a reticle is simply wasting rounds. By matching reticles in both the riflescope and spotting scope, the shooter can make calculations and adjustments quickly and accurately.”
The grid markings on the spotting scope reticle and the riflescope reticle are identical in appearance and size to ensure familiarity and sight picture synergy of the user. Both reticles offer the same level of fidelity and utility, whether it is marking a target, assessing distance or holding a ballistic offset without the need to adjust elevation and windage turrets. The two products work in tandem and make the process of spotting, assessing and successfully acquiring the target flawless.
The GPO 15-45×60 Tactical Spotting Scope with FFP Reticle features a variable 15-45X eyepiece, a 60mm objective lens to gather any and all available light, a 60-foot field of view at maximum power, and its compact size and weight – measuring just 10.95 x 5.4 x 3.3 inches and weighing a mere 2.75 lbs. – make it easy to transport across any terrain both near and far. It will be available in two colors: black and brown.
The GPO 15-45×60 Tactical Spotting Scope with FFP reticle will be available this spring at retailers nationwide and at http://www.gpo-usa.com for a suggested retail price of $1299.99. All GPO products are backed by the best lifetime warranty and service in the industry, GPO’s exclusive Spectacular Lifetime Warranty™.
This product comes with a cleaning cloth, ocular and objective lens scope covers. More information is available at http://www.gpo-usa.com or by calling 844-MY BINOS (844-692-4667.)
GPO Tactical FFP Spotting Scope Specifications
Magnification: 15-45X
Real field of view: 3,47° – 1,16°
Field of view at 1000m: 60 – 20m
Field of view at 1000yds: 180 – 60 ft
Eye Relief: 1.06 inches (27mm)
Exit Pupil: .16-0.5-inches (4-1.3mm)
Effective Diameter of
Objective Lens: 60mm
Focusing System: Eyepiece Focusing System
Minimum focusing distance: 34.45 feet (10.5m)
Weight: 2.75 lbs. (1250g)
Reticle: FFP
Laser Protection: Optional
Spotting Scope Dimensions: 10.95×5.4×3.3 inches (278 x 138 x 84 mm)
Be sure to visit us January 17-20 at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas, Expo Level 2, Booth 11053.
About GPO USA
GPO USA, an American company, was founded on the premise that design, engineering, and quality control can be 100 percent conducted in Germany to its strictest standards, yet products can be assembled at some of the largest production facilities around the world. This unique production process allows GPO to offer the highest quality products with better features at a significantly better price. GPO USA is confident that its products will not only function perfectly but will always exceed its customer expectations. Therefore, GPO USA has created an industry-leading Spectacular Lifetime Warranty™. With outstanding professional service, GPO USA will take care of its products before, during, and after the purchase at no charge—EVER. Founded in 2016, GPO USA is headquartered in Richmond, Va. For more information on GPO USA visit www.gpo-usa.com or call 844-MY BINOS (844-692-4667.)
| STREAMLIGHT® LAUNCHES STINGER® COLOR-RITE® LIGHTFlashlight Allows Users to Better See the Color Spectrum Under Low Light Conditions |
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EAGLEVILLE, PA, January 17, 2023 – Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting tools, introduced the Stinger® Color-Rite®, a rechargeable LED flashlight that features high CRI light with Streamlight’s Color-Rite Technology® for true color recognition in a variety of first responder, outdoor, automotive, and other applications. The compact, powerful new light delivers up to 500 lumens.
The Stinger Color-Rite uses a High Color Rendering Index (90 CRI) LED for enhanced visualization under low light conditions, allowing users to see the color spectrum as they would in natural light. Its softer, warmer beam can help spot subtle details at fire and accident scenes, amplify tracks and blood trails, and match and identify colors in auto and industrial applications, among many other uses.
The new light joins the growing family of Streamlight products with Color-Rite® capability, including the Dualie® 3AA Color-Rite®, the Syclone®, the FlipMate®, the Strion Switchblade®, and the Stinger Switchblade®.
“The new Stinger Color-Rite is an excellent lighting choice for military and first responders, technicians, outdoor enthusiasts, and others when performing tasks under darkened conditions that require exacting attention to detail,” said Streamlight Chief Revenue Officer Michael F. Dineen. “Whether searching for trace evidence, examining fire or accident scenes, or working in tight, dark spaces, it prevents color ‘washout’ while also providing ultra-bright light.”
The new rechargeable light uses a high-power, warm white, 3,000K, 90 CRI LED and features a deep-dish parabolic reflector that produces a concentrated beam with optimum peripheral lighting. It offers three variable lighting modes plus a strobe: High (500 lumens, 17,500 candela, 265-meter beam distance); Medium (275 lumens, 9,000 candela, 190-meter beam distance), and Low (140 lumens, 4,500 candela, 134-meter beam distance). Run times range from five hours on the Low setting to 1.5 hours on High, with the strobe mode providing three continuous hours.
Powered by a 3-cell, 3.6-volt, 2.6Ahr Ni-MH sub-C battery, the Stinger Color-Rite is rechargeable up to 1,000 times and fits all existing Stinger chargers. With a smart charger, it fully recharges in 4.5 hours using 5V/1A USB input, or three hours using 12V DC input. With a smart PiggyBack® charger, the light fully recharges in 7.5 hours using 5V/1A USB input or 4 hours using 12V DC input.
The Stinger Color-Rite is constructed from 6000 series machined aluminum that is anodized against corrosion and features an unbreakable polycarbonate lens with a scratch-resistant coating. Its multi-function, easy access, head-mounted push-button switch is designed for extremely long life. It also features a non-slip, rubberized comfort grip and an anti-roll rubber ring.
The Stinger Color-Rite weighs 12.4 ounces and measures 8.41 inches in length. IPX4-rated for water-resistant operation, it also is impact resistance-tested to one meter.
The Stinger Color-Rite has an MSRP ranging from $204.00-$300.50 (depending on model) and comes with Streamlight’s Limited Lifetime Warranty.
About Streamlight
Based in Eagleville, PA, Streamlight, Inc. is marking 50 years of manufacturing high-quality, durable flashlights designed to serve the specialized needs of professionals and consumers alike. Since 1973, the company has designed, manufactured and marketed high-performance flashlights, and today offers a broad array of lights, lanterns, weapon light/laser sighting devices, and scene lighting solutions for professional law enforcement, military, firefighting, industrial, automotive, and outdoor applications. Streamlight is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company. For additional information, please call 800-523-7488, visit streamlight.com
SPRINGFIELD, MA., (1/16/2023) – Gemtech®, a leader in cutting-edge innovation and visionary designs within the suppressor industry, is proud to introduce the ABYSSTM 5.56 suppressor.
The durability of the all-new Abyss sets the standard within the heavy use suppressor category. Built on five of Gemtech’s patent-pending technologies, its design allows rounds to pass through while gasses expand into the baffle spaces, lowering pressure, minimizing muzzle flash, and significantly reducing decibels. The Abyss also lessens back pressure by routing gasses forward, away from the shooter for increased comfort and reliability.
Constructed from stainless steel and titanium components, this suppressor is designed with greater wall thickness, durability, and can easily be mounted to barrels through direct thread standards or through Gemtech’s proprietary flash hider, the ETMTM (Elite Taper Mount). The Abyss offers full-size suppression with compact, lightweight convenience and is fully rated for both short barrels and full-auto operation. Let the Abyss absorb all distractions so you can focus on advanced precision.
Gemtech® is proud to introduce the ABYSSTM 5.56 Suppressor. Leave Nothing to Chance.
MSRP: $849.00
To stay up to date on products and news, visit the newly designed website: GEMTECH Suppressors
Gemtech®, a Smith & Wesson® brand, is a leader in cutting-edge innovation and visionary designs within the suppressor industry, providing noise reduction benefits to law enforcement agencies and officers, hunters, and target shooters. With nearly 30 years of designing, testing, manufacturing, selling, and servicing the highest quality suppressors and accessories, Gemtech has developed the expertise that proves Silence is GoldenTM. For more information, call (844) 363-5386 or visit www.gemtech.com.
SPRINGFIELD, MA., (1/16/2023) – Gemtech®, a leader in cutting-edge innovation and visionary designs within the suppressor industry, is proud to introduce the all-new NEUTRONTM 7.62 suppressor.
If you’re looking for a versatile suppressor that strikes the perfect balance between size, strength, and weight, then look no further than the Neutron. Designed with four of Gemtech’s patent-pending technologies, this 6.6-inch suppressor is durable enough to withstand full-automatic applications while, at the same time, light enough for extended all-day use. The Neutron is compatible with HUB 1.375-24 thread standards, accepts a wide range of mounting hardware, and comes with Gemtech’s ETMTM (Elite Taper Mount), which provides precise alignment and helps resist carbon lock. It has a tubeless construction that helps eliminate unneeded weight and a high-efficiency baffle design for superior sound reduction.
Decrease decibels and increase shooter comfort with the new Gemtech® NEUTRONTM 7.62 suppressor.
MSRP: $829.00
To stay up to date on products and news, visit the newly designed Gemtech website: GEMTECH Suppressors
Gemtech®, a Smith & Wesson® brand, is a leader in cutting-edge innovation and visionary designs within the suppressor industry, providing noise reduction benefits to law enforcement agencies and officers, hunters, and target shooters. With nearly 30 years of designing, testing, manufacturing, selling, and servicing the highest quality suppressors and accessories, Gemtech has developed the expertise that proves Silence is GoldenTM. For more information, call (844) 363-5386 or visit www.gemtech.com.
SPRINGFIELD, MA., (1/16/2023) – Gemtech®, a leader in cutting-edge innovation and visionary designs within the suppressor industry, is proud to introduce the mid-length GVACTM Upper Receiver Group.
The Gemtech GVAC is a complete upper assembly optimized for suppressed shooting. With its patented design, the GVAC barrel and gas system significantly reduces gas blowback and mitigates recoil in order to enhance the shooting experience and maximize performance. Its newly designed 16.1-inch barrel profile transfers weight back toward the chamber to improve control and is fitted for Gemtech’s proprietary flash hider, the ETMTM (Elite Taper Mount), which provides precise alignment and helps resist carbon lock.
The GVAC has a self-regulating Direct-Impingement system that includes an additional chamber to collect and counter the gases that can add recoil when shooting suppressed. The assembly is protected inside a 15-inch lightweight handguard that features a Picatinny top rail and 7-sided M-LOK® channels for the use of compatible accessories.
Redefine suppressed shooting with the Gemtech® GVACTM.
MSRP: $839.00
To stay up to date on products and news, visit the newly designed Gemtech website: GEMTECH Suppressors
About Gemtech Suppressors
Gemtech®, a Smith & Wesson® brand, is a leader in cutting-edge innovation and visionary designs within the suppressor industry, providing noise reduction benefits to law enforcement agencies and officers, hunters, and target shooters. With nearly 30 years of designing, testing, manufacturing, selling, and servicing the highest quality suppressors and accessories, Gemtech has developed the expertise that proves Silence is GoldenTM. For more information, call (844) 363-5386 or visit www.gemtech.com.
SPRINGFIELD, MA., (1/17/2023) – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, is proud to announce the new full-size M&P®5.7 pistol with a 22-round capacity.
In an effort to enhance the performance of the increasingly popular 5.7x28mm round in a polymer handgun platform, Smith & Wesson set out to deliver a new and innovative design that will offer a more reliable, accurate, and consistent shooting experience. Designed within the M&P5.7 is Smith & Wesson’s new gas-operated, locked-breech, rotating Tempo™ Barrel System. Developed to harness the speed of the round, this new 5-inch barrel allows for a quicker extraction once the bullet passes the gas port, creating a more secured fireform effect. This key feature allows for increased precision following the first trigger pull and works to utilize the ballistic advantages of the 5.7x28mm round.
“The M&P5.7 is an exciting new pistol from Smith & Wesson that incorporates a gas-operated Tempo™ Barrel System to effectively harness the 5.7x28mm round, creating a lighter recoil for an overall better shooting experience. Like all Smith & Wesson firearms, the M&P5.7 is proudly made entirely in the USA and is backed by the Smith & Wesson Limited Lifetime Service Policy. Whatever your purpose, the M&P5.7 is versatile, fun, and a must-have,” says Andrew Gore, Product Manager, Handguns.
The M&P5.7 is slide cut for optics to accommodate your preferred micro red dots, has a Picatinny-style rail for added accessories, and includes a 1/2×28 threaded muzzle with thread protector to allow for suppressed shooting capabilities. Its single-action flat-face trigger maintains a crisp break and is designed to allow for consistent finger placement that translates to more accurate and repeatable shooting. This pistol boasts a 22-round capacity and ships with two magazines.
Pick up the TEMPO™ with accurate and consistent results from the M&P®5.7.
MSRP is $699.00
Check out the M&P®5.7 at www.smith-wesson.com.
About Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc.
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI) is a U.S.-based leader in firearm manufacturing and design, delivering a broad portfolio of quality handgun, long gun, and suppressor products to the global consumer and professional markets under the iconic Smith & Wesson®, M&P®, and Gemtech® brands. The company also provides manufacturing services including forging, machining, and precision plastic injection molding services. For more information call (844) 363-5386 or visit smith-wesson.com.
Holosun to Join Industry Leaders at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas, NV
City of Industry, CA (January 17, 2023) – Holosun is pleased to return to the annual NSSF SHOT Show at the Sand’s Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, from January 17-20, 2023. The Holosun booth is an exciting one to visit, and the team is excited to meet new firearms enthusiasts alongside old friends.
The Holosun team can be found at booth #13420. Several new products are sure to dazzle attendees alongside best sellers beloved by Holosun’s loyal fans. Attendees of the show will get hands-on time with products at the Holosun booth and have their questions answered by the Holosun team.
SHOT Show is always an energetic event, and shooting enthusiasts will be eager to see the wide range of new tactical optics, lasers, and lights on display at the Holosun booth. Drop in and meet the team between seminars and sessions at the range. For questions or to schedule an appointment, please contact info@holosun.com.
Holosun Technologies, Inc., located in City of Industry, California, is committed to
creating innovative optic and laser/IR technologies that benefit a broad range of
shooting, hunting, law enforcement and professional needs. Using the quality
manufacturing standards demanded by some of the best-known optics brands in the
world, with a wide range of affordable options, Holosun is at the forefront of
development of new sight technologies. Key innovations include Shake Awake
Technology™, 50,000-hour battery life, Solar FailSafe™, Multiple Reticle System™
(MRS), Super Green LED, and IR/Laser units that utilize the most recent advancements
in laser and LED technology. At Holosun, we pride ourselves on providing cutting-edge
equipment at a competitive price that astounds the competition and the end-user.
For more information, please visitwww.holosun.com
Are you ready to take on any mission with confidence? Introducing the Rapid Force Tactical Tan Kit – the ultimate gear for serious carriers. Our kit features the revolutionary 100% IR Neutral TAN 499 color, providing exceptional camouflage and proven to be 100% IR neutral in rigorous testing. Plus, it’s light compatible and includes an XL Optics Hood for added versatility.
The kit includes everything you need to succeed, including:
Rapid Force Level 3 Duty Holster shell available for Glock 17, 19, or SIG P320
Mid-Ride Belt Slide with Quick Disconnect
Swivel Drop Leg with Standard Buckle
MOLLE Attachment
For the ultimate in versatility, an optional COBRA Quick Release Buckle is also available for purchase.
Don’t wait, take action now and get your hands on the Rapid Force Tactical Tan Kit. Order yours today and be ready for anything.
Alien Gear | 4411 West Riverbend Ave. | Post Falls, ID 83854 | United States
Contact support at support@aliengearholsters.com or call (208) 215-2046
Come see the latest game-changing MOHOC® Cameras and accessories in action at our booth #32007.
We’ll be launching a new MOHOC 2 USB model, showcasing the limited edition MOHOC® Camera with a MultiCam Black™ wrap, plus conducting live streaming demos of the MOHOC® 2 Cameras.
Find MOHOC at booth #32007.
Shot Show takes place 17-20 January at the Venetian Expo and Convention Center, Las Vegas.
Tel: +1.208.806.1391 | Email: info@mohoc.com
MOHOC Cameras are dual-use, non-ITAR-controlled items; intended for military,
law enforcement, first responders, as well as civilian and sport applications.
MOHOC, Inc. 815 1st Ave, Suite 337, Seattle WA 98104, USA
Made in America, the new BERSA 9mm and 5.56 AR-style rifles (BAR15) and pistols (BAR9) offer consistent, optimal performance in an affordable platform.
Visit Bersa at Booth 70805 at the 2023 SHOT Show®
BERSA, One of the Most Trusted Firearms Brands in the World, Introduce the BERSA AR Rifle Series
Made in America, the new BERSA 9mm and 5.56 AR-style rifles (BAR15) and pistols (BAR9) offer consistent, optimal performance in an affordable platform.
BAR 5.56 16-inch Magpul MOE rifle
Kennesaw, Ga. (January 2023) – BERSA, one of the most trusted firearms brands for over 65 years, is proud to introduce its new line of AR-style rifles and pistols proudly made in America.
Six new models under the BAR line-up include three BAR9 pistols with Mission First Tactical furniture, two 5.56 rifles (one with Mission First Tactical furniture and one with Magpul furniture), and one 5.56 pistol with Mission First Tactical furniture. The new line of higher quality AR-style firearms at an affordable price are all produced in Bersa’s new Kennesaw, Georgia state-of-the-art facility.
“During the past two years, BERSA has quietly been reinventing itself as a brand,” Rafael Del Valle, National Director of Sales for BERSA, announced. “The BERSA brand is one of the most popular handguns for concealed carry, and for many first-time handgun owners. We realized that the BERSA brand was a perfect launching pad for a series of AR rifles and pistols featuring the same performance expectations and affordability but in the popular AR format. The exceptional news is that our new AR-style rifles are made in America in BERSA’s new facility in Georgia.”
Partnering with industry leaders in stocks and grips such as Mission First Tactical and Magpul, BERSA produced a series of BERSA AR (BAR15) rifles and (BAR9) pistols ideal for home defense, tactical operations, or trigger time at the local range. Uppers and lowers are produced from 7075 aluminum providing superior strength without excess weight while the barrels are constructed from 4150 chrome moly vanadium, the industry standard for barrels that perform accurately even under strenuous and extreme conditions. Both pistols and rifles feature full-length Picatinny rails ready for mounting optics, lasers, or lights. All are also finished with a type III hard coat anodized finish which provides superior hardness and is known to exceed wear characteristics of similar finishes including hard chrome and ceramic.
“We are truly excited to offer these exceptionally designed and American-made ARs under the BERSA banner,” Del Valle stated. “Our new BERSA AR rifles and pistols are shipping to distributors and retailers across the country and are readily available.”
Hard on the heels of the BERSA AR15 introductions, BERSA will be releasing two additional models in .300 Blackout. Visit BERSA at the 2023 SHOT Show® at the Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum, in Las Vegas, Nevada, January 17-20, 2023 at Booth # 70805.
For more information on the new BERSA AR-style pistols and rifles, visit www.bersa.com
BAR 5.56 16-inch MFT rifle
BAR 5.56 7.5-inch MFT pistol
BAR 9mm 4-inch TPR pistol
About BERSA:
For over half a century, BERSA has been manufacturing quality firearms and is known worldwide for reliability and attention to every ergonomic and functional detail. Boasting an excellent price to performance ratio and using the most advanced technology concerning design, production, and quality control has helped make BERSA one of the most prestigious gun manufacturers in the world. Sportsmen and law enforcement worldwide enjoy the benefits and quality of BERSA. For more information, visit bersa.com.
BERSA
Kennesaw, GA 30144
Colt to Attend SHOT Show® 2023
West Hartford, CONN. (January 13, 2023) – The 44th SHOT Show is just around the corner, and Colt is delivering multiple new product releases. The Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trade Show will take place on January 17 – 20, 2023, at the Venetian Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, expanding into the new Caesars Forum and adding more exhibit space totaling over 800,000 net square feet. It is a significant event for the shooting sports industry, with everyone present, from optics to tactical gear and hunting manufacturers.
Colt manufactures quality firearms for the military, law enforcement, and civilian markets. Since Samuel Colt’s first firearms patent in 1836, Colt is “Still Making History!” Colt will present its complete product line, including the newest CBX Bolt-Rifle, at booth 12857. Dealers, distributors, and media are welcome to visit while discussing and getting hands on new products being released for the first time at the show.
In addition to showcasing the newest products and talking with factory experts, the booth will have appearances from Colt Pro Shooter team including, Mark Redl, Jalise Williams and Justine Williams, and Outdoor Channel TV Stars, Gregg Ritz from Hunt Masters and Louie Tuminaro from The Gunfather: Restorations.
Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC (www.colt.com) is among the world’s leading designers, developers and manufacturers of firearms. Founded by Samuel Colt in 1836, Colt’s Manufacturing has supplied civilian, military and law enforcement customers in the United States and abroad for over 185 years. Colt operates its manufacturing facility in West Hartford, Conn.
For more information, please visit WWW.COLT.COM
Meet the Optic-Ready VULCAN 9
The new VULCAN 9 picks up where the REGULUS left off. Continuing Lionheart’s record of providing combat ready, heirloom quality pistols, the VULCAN 9 answers the call for those looking for a refined, optic-ready, hammer-fired pistol for concealed carry.
Features:
If you’re attending SHOT Show next week, please visit us at booth 41322 to get your hands on the VULCAN 9.
Lionheart Industries
739B Tucker Rd
Winder, GA 30680-8370
Innovative Forensic Investigations Opens New Facility
Innovative Forensic Investigations (IFI), a Virginia-based investigative genetic genealogy firm, opens a new, larger office and facility in historic, downtown Emporia.
Emporia, Va. (January 2023) – Innovative Forensic Investigations, an investigative genetic genealogy firm providing services to law enforcement and government agencies nationwide, proudly cut the ribbon on their new, larger facility in downtown Emporia, Virginia, on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. The building, located in the heart of the town’s judicial center, across from the historic courthouse, features 4,000 sq. ft. of offices where the growing company can continue to provide its unique collaborative investigative genetic and genealogical services. With the company’s strong advocacy for victims and victims’ families and their lengthy experience in working with agencies through the justice system’s professional standards, IFI’s new building offers the company a permanent headquarters to expand.
“To get to this point in our business takes a community,” Jennifer Moore, CEO and founder of Innovative Forensics Investigations, commented. “Innovative Forensic Investigations thanks all the team members that have continued to provide our customers with our best-in-class service, and always in a caring and respectful manner.”
The ribbon-cutting ceremony was attended by staff, community leaders, government officials and customers, and agencies from North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Massachusetts. An open house and tour of the facility followed.
For more information on Innovative Forensic Investigations or how your agency can work with IFI, visit www.innovativeforensic.com.
About Innovative Forensic Investigations:
Innovative Forensic Investigations is an investigative genetic genealogy and private investigation firm providing services to agencies, working collaboratively through the entire lifecycle of the case, from submission to conclusion. Unique in the industry, Innovative Forensic Investigations combines years of expertise in law enforcement, forensics, legal, investigations, family & victim advocacy, and investigative genetic genealogy. The dynamic skill set of the team can generate new leads and fresh perspectives in your investigations.
SENTRY Products Group will be displaying its products at Booth 72605 during SHOT Show at The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum Jan. 17 – 20, 2023.
Visit SENTRY Products Group™ Booth 72605 at the SHOT Show, Jan. 17 – 20, 2023.
SENTRY Products Group™ to Exhibit at 2023 SHOT Show® in Las Vegas
SENTRY Products Group™ will be displaying its products at Booth 72605 during SHOT Show® at The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum Jan. 17 – 20, 2023.
Virginia Beach, Va. (January 2023) – SENTRY Products Group™, a leading manufacturer and distributor of products focused on protection, storage, and transportation of outdoor, military, and law enforcement equipment, will be joining more than 2,000 exhibits at the 2023 SHOT Show® at The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 17 – 20, 2023.
The SHOT Show is the world’s most comprehensive trade show for professionals involved with the shooting sports, hunting, outdoor, law enforcement, and armed forces industries. This year’s show in both The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum will offer unique opportunities for attendees to experience the best in firearms, ammunition, law enforcement, cutlery, outdoor apparel, optics, and other related products and services first-hand.
“We look forward to exhibiting at the SHOT Show every year. Attendees will be able to meet our team face-to-face and we plan on making lots of great connections that can be beneficial for everyone involved,” says Terry Naughton, President of SENTRY Products Group.
SENTRY Products Group will be featuring its new SENTRY Hexmag® 10 round SR25 carbon fiber magazine. It is ideal for any sport, competitor, or tactical shooter demanding superior strength, proven reliability, and exceptional value. The Carbon Senthex™ Advanced Carbon Fiber polymer reduces weight by 20 percent while delivering superior strength and rigidity. The HEXTURE™ design is the element that binds the SENTRY Hexmag magazine line together as the signature, patented, and trademarked design pattern. This design goes beyond great style, as it also provides a natural gripping surface.
The Hexmag 10-round SR25 carbon fiber magazine also features a redesigned feed lip geometry to maximize strength and versatility, stripper clip guides for faster reloading, and a deep catch pocket for rock-solid stability. The magazine features the SENTRY patented toolless design for fast and easy floorplate removal, allowing field cleaning and HexID® color customization. All Hexmag magazines use the best heat-treated, stainless-steel springs to resist corrosion and fatigue while being loaded for extended periods.
The SHOT Show is owned by NSSF, the firearm industry trade association, and is restricted to the shooting, hunting, and outdoor trade professionals and commercial buyers and sellers of military, law enforcement, and tactical products and services ONLY. The SHOT Show is not open to the general consuming public (e.g., private visitors, hunters, sport shooters, members of hunting and sports shooting clubs, etc.). Proof of professional affiliation is required.
To learn more about SENTRY Products Group™, or to become a dealer, contact us at info@sentryltp.com or visit sentrytactical.com to see the complete product line.
About SENTRY Products Group™:
SENTRY Products Group™ is headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes a growing line of innovative products supporting Military, Law Enforcement, and Shooting Sports markets. Product families include Tactical Nylon – plate carriers, belts, pouches, and accessories; Bags and Packs, Firearm Covers for handgun and long guns, Magazines, and On-Gun Accessories branded SENTRY Hexmag; Optic Covers branded SENTRY Scopecoat®, the dry lubrication system of SENTRY Solutions, and the new line of SENTRY Holsters. With an innovative product portfolio backed by US and International patents, SENTRY backs all of its products with a hassle-free Lifetime Warranty to protect your investment. “Live to Protect.”
Leupold & Stevens, Inc., provider of the world’s most rugged, lightweight, and clear sport optics, is pleased to announce that the Leupold Patrol 6HD riflescope has been named “Optic of the Year” by Shooting Illustrated, an official journal of the National Rifle Association. The award–officially known as a Golden Bullseye–will be presented to Leupold at the upcoming NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Indianapolis.
The Golden Bullseye Awards, now in their 21st year, recognize the firearm industry’s top products as voted on by the editors of NRA Publications. To qualify for consideration for a Golden Bullseye Award, the product must have been tested by an NRA staff member or regular contributor, prove to be reliable in the field, meet or exceed the evaluator’s expectations, innovative in design and function, and readily perceived as a value to the purchaser.
“The NRA Golden Bullseye Awards epitomize what NRA members seek in their shooting and hunting equipment: outstanding performance, innovation and value,” said Doug Hamlin, the Executive Director of NRA Publications. “These are the best new products, truly worthy of NRA Member’s attention, and I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all this year’s winners.”
Whether your mission is to protect and serve or you’re looking for an edge in competition, the Patrol 6HD riflescope will help you put more rounds on target. The Patrol 6HD’s ultra-lightweight, low-profile design and 6:1 zoom ratio with an illuminated reticle make this low-power variable optic a hero in tight spaces while still giving you the ability to lock on to mid-range targets.
“The Patrol 6HD offers the best combination of durability, low-light performance and edge-to-edge clarity of any LPVO on the market,” said Bruce Pettet, President & Chief Executive Officer for Leupold & Stevens, Inc. “We’re proud that the staff of NRA Publications–representing some of the most experienced media members in the entire shooting industry–have recognized the Patrol 6HD’s unquestioned performance.”
The Patrol 6HD is designed, machined, and assembled in the USA, and is covered by Leupold’s Full Lifetime Guarantee.
Adept Armor’s NovaSteel Buckler shield fills the gap left by contemporary body armor and helmet systems.
Rooted in Ancient History, but Built for the 21st Century, Adept Armor Introduces the NovaSteel Ballistic Buckler
Adept Armor’s NovaSteel Buckler shield fills the gap left by contemporary body armor and helmet systems.
Tulsa, Okla. (January 2023) – Adept Armor, an armor system engineering firm, has just released its new NovaSteel Buckler Shield. The lightweight ballistic shield offers rapidly deployable protection for the vulnerable parts of the face, neck, upper torso, and arms. As such, it quite literally fills the gap left by contemporary body armor systems. Easy to stow, carry, and use – and compatible with a wide variety of lights and other accessories – the NovaSteel Buckler provides a reliable defense from a handgun, edged weapon, blunt impact weapon, and animal attacks, and can double as an extremely effective compliance weapon. It is especially well-suited for use in home defense scenarios.
“The buckler is not a new concept. It is so old that its origins are lost to history,” commented Jake Ganor, President of Adept Armor. “As firepower came to dominate warfare in the 16th and 17th centuries, bucklers gradually fell out of favor and eventually disappeared entirely. We have brought it back with the NovaSteel Buckler because its form makes it a uniquely useful and versatile implement today – especially when it is made of advanced ballistic steel alloy.”
Weighing in at just 3 lbs., the NovaSteel Buckler offers a Level IIIA/VPAM-3 protection. Constructed from an advanced alloy, it features a rugged and durable handle, a nylon carry strap, a Velcro patch for ID or light, and an optional lightweight LED shield light with a strobe function. The ambidextrous ability of the NovaSteel Buckler Shield allows it to be easily switched between hands when in combat and can be used by both left and right-handed users.
Though relatively small at 12.2 in. in diameter, the NovaSteel Buckler Shield is designed to be held away from the body, and as such, it can protect a significantly larger area than its size conveys. Held properly, at arm’s length, it offers a much larger area of protection than most armor plates or vests and can protect typically unarmored areas, like the neck and face. The NovaSteel Buckler is light enough to benefit from its user’s autonomic startle-flinch response, and, with some training, can reliably be properly positioned to protect its wearer from harm.
As the bucklers of olden times were designed to be used alongside the sword, so the NovaSteel Buckler Shield is designed to be used alongside a handgun. Supported on the NovaSteel Buckler Shield’s flat shoulder, handguns are stabilized, and the user’s most vulnerable parts are covered and protected. Furthermore, the NovaSteel Buckler Shield can be used as an offensive weapon in its own right, and particularly excels as a non-lethal compliance weapon. It was designed with this use in mind. MSRP is $195.
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About Adept Armor:
Adept Armor is a materials engineering and industrial design firm that focuses on the development of technologically advanced body armor solutions for the world’s elite fighting forces. Pioneering the development of novel titanium, ceramic, and UHMWPE-based systems, Adept is spearheading technological development in the armor sector — and produces uncompromising armor for special circumstances. www.adeptarmor.com
CZ-USA to Attend SHOT Show® 2023
Las Vegas, NV (January 13, 2023) – The 44th SHOT Show is just around the corner, and CZ-USA is delivering multiple new product releases. The Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trade Show will take place on January 17 – 20, 2023, at the Venetian Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, expanding into the new Caesars Forum and adding more exhibit space totaling over 800,000 net square feet. It is a significant event for the shooting sports industry, with everyone present, from optics to tactical gear and hunting manufacturers.
The CZ-USA team will be at booth 12654 on the Venetian Expo main show floor. Dealers, distributors, and media are welcome to visit while discussing and getting hands on new products being released for the first time at the show.
CZ-USA is an importer, manufacturer, and distributor of pistols, rifles, and shotguns. The exclusive US importer of rifles and pistols from Česká zbrojovka a.s. Uherský Brod, (CZUB) of the Czech Republic, CZ-USA, also designs and imports the CZ-USA Field Sports line of shotguns from Turkey. CZ-USA subsidiary Dan Wesson Firearms makes a premium line of 1911s.
Since 1997, CZ-USA has offered American shooters and hunters the best firearms the Czech Republic has to offer. CZ-USA will continue to improve, innovate, and add to the CZ-USA line-up of high-quality, affordable handguns, rifles, shotguns, plus custom-quality handguns from Dan Wesson. See how CZ-USA can make your shooting better, easier, and a lot more fun at cz-usa.com/.
For more information, please visit WWW.CZ-USA.COM
Franklin Armory® CA320 Added to California Roster of Certified Handguns
MINDEN, Nev. – January 13, 2023 – Franklin Armory®, a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of firearms and accessories, is pleased to announce that its new CA320 handgun passed the California Department of Justice Laboratory Certification and Handgun Testing process and is now listed on the State’s “Roster of Certified Handguns.” Franklin Armory’s CA320 is chambered in 9mmX19, has factory night sights, and is the first optics ready pistol listed on the roster.
CA320 joins three other Franklin Armory models on California’s list of “Handguns Certified for Sale.” In 2018, Franklin Armory’s CA7 (chambered in 5.56 NATO / .223 Remington) became the first AR pistol ever to be listed on California’s roster of approved handguns. Franklin Armory’s CA11 (.300 Blackout) and CA12 (.350 Legend) AR pistols were added to the list in 2019.
“CA320 builds upon Franklin Armory’s trailblazing track-record of firearms innovation,” said Franklin Armory President Jay Jacobson. “CA320 is further affirmation of Franklin Armory’s enduring commitment to support the Second Amendment rights of Americans living in restrictive jurisdictions.”
California FFL dealers interested in learning more about CA320 are invited to visit Franklin Armory’s SHOT Show 2023 booth #20349. Orders will be accepted starting opening day of SHOT Show.
About Franklin Armory®
Safeguarding the God-given right to protect self and property is Franklin Armory’s enduring mission. From the “Battle Born” State of Nevada, the firm engineers and manufactures quality firearms, parts, and accessories for sporting, defense, and law enforcement applications. Highly adept at creating innovative products and using 100% American made parts and materials, the People of Franklin Armory are genuine Facilitators of Freedom™. For more information, visit FranklinArmory.com
Dan Dement
Marketing & Communications
phone: 775.783.4313
email: ddement@franklinarmory.com
2246 Park Pl Ste B Minden, NV 89423, USA
GOSAFE™ Unveils Patented Mobile Firearm Security Solution with First-Ever “Safe Inside Your Gun”
New GOSAFE products ensure security and quick access to store or carry with confidence
STAMFORD, Conn. (January 13, 2022) – GOSAFE™, a new firearm security company focused on products, training and risk mitigation, will introduce the GOSAFE™ Mobile Safe and GOSAFE™ Mobile Mag—the very first “safe inside your gun” at SHOT Show. GOSAFE devices offer an innovative solution for both new and experienced gun owners, law enforcement and other security professionals – preventing unauthorized or unintentional use, providing peace of mind and speed to access and mitigating risk.
GOSAFE reimagines firearms storage by putting the safe inside the gun rather than the gun inside a safe. Both the Mobile Safe and Mobile Mag fit safely and securely inside the firearm, in the same manner as OEM magazines, accessible only via a unique-to-user key. Once the firearm is locked in GOSAFE mode there is no possibility of an unauthorized user intentionally or accidentally gaining access. The patented technology allows gun owners and professionals to go from loaded and ready to locked whenever and wherever they are.
The innovative concept was designed by leading firearms experts, including former law enforcement and military professionals, to provide real-world security solutions for all gun owners, which according to the 2021 National Firearms Survey, now represents 81.4 million Americans.
“A growing number of gun owners expect viable and manageable solutions for firearms storage as well as a mobile option that provides them with the peace of mind to carry or store their firearm with confidence, and quick access when needed,” said Mark “Oz” Geist, GOSAFE co-founder, former marine and best-selling author. “Whether stored in the home, the car, a purse or carrying in a holster, a firearm in GOSAFE mode makes it impossible for children, home invaders or any unauthorized user to gain access—completely changing the landscape of gun safe options. GOSAFE ensures your firearm is ready when you need it and safe when you don’t.”
Key Product Information, Pricing & Availability
GOSAFE firearm security devices will be available in two options: the GOSAFE
Mobile Safe and the GOSAFE Mobile Mag. Both products feature a unique high security key (multiple key storage solutions are available) and are compatible with all holster varieties and generations of Glock (Glock 17 fits 19X, G34 and G45 and the Glock 19 fits G19). GOSAFE will be available for Smith & Wesson M & P and SIG P320 models in 2023 as well as other models in the future.
GOSAFE Mobile Safe (MSRP $79.99): Lockable, Mobile Security.
The non-loadable magazine-styled mobile safe travels inside the firearm, providing speed and access and eliminates the need for cable and trigger locks. It prevents unauthorized and unintended firearm use by blocking the trigger and securely locking the slide closed. Users can easily switch from GOSAFE to their OEM mag in seconds.
GOSAFE Mobile Mag (MSRP $99.99): Loadable & Lockable Mobile Security.
With a fully-functioning magazine, the Mobile Mag combines mobility and complete security with fast access and cannot be removed from the firearm when locked. Ready-to-fire to locked in a matter of seconds, it blocks the trigger preventing unintended firing even with a round in the chamber when locked.
Exclusive packages for law enforcement and other security professionals are also available.
GOSAFE Mobile Safe and Mobile Mag will ship to retailers nationwide and will be available to purchase online at gosafenow.com in February.
SHOT Show, the largest industry trade show in the world, runs from January 17-20, 2023, in Las Vegas, NV. Michael Vrooman, General Manager of GOSAFE Technology, Inc. and Chris Carlberg, VP of Business Development, will be in attendance at GOSAFE Booth #43862 for media interviews throughout the show, and special guest Mark Geist, Key GOSAFE Advisor and member of the Annex Security Team that fought the Battle of Benghazi, will be in attendance with GOSAFE at Industry Day at the Range and for the first day of the show in the GOSAFE booth.
About GOSAFE Technologies, Inc.
Founded by professional gun owners for gun owners, GOSAFE Technologies, Inc. is a revolutionary new leader in mobile firearm security products, training, risk mitigation and outreach initiatives designed to make firearm ownership safe by preventing unauthorized and accidental use. The company is committed to empowering every citizen to safely travel with and store their firearms in absolute confidence. GOSAFE products provide unmatched firearm safety, mobility and quick access empowering gun owners to protect lives by having a mobile safe inside the gun to keep it ready when needed and safe when not.
To learn more about GOSAFE and the latest product introductions, visit
www.gosafenow.com.
January 13, 2023
USCCA Renews Gold Level Sponsorship of the 8th Annual NSSF/HAVA Golf Classic
WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is pleased to announce that the United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) has again agreed to sponsor the 8th Annual NSSF/HAVA Golf Classic at the Gold support level. The USCCA is an association of responsibly armed Americans whose members get exceptional self-defense education, lifesaving training and self-defense liability insurance, preparing them for the before, during and after of a lawful act of self-defense.
“We are grateful to the USCCA for its continued commitment and support of the NSSF and HAVA,” said Chris Dolnack, NSSF Senior Vice President and Chief Customer Officer. “With this generous sponsorship, USCCA goes above and beyond to ensure our injured veterans have access to the outdoor programs that help them heal.”
“The U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) is thrilled to express our gratitude to the individuals who fought to protect the freedom and safety of every American,” said Tim Schmidt, President and Co-founder of the USCCA. “Honored American Veterans Afield (HAVA)’s mission of helping heal and integrate combat veterans resonates with many members of the USCCA, and we are honored to work with NSSF/HAVA to help provide returning heroes with life-saving resources.”
The NSSF/HAVA Golf Classic, now in its eighth year, raises money to support disabled veterans with their healing process through guided hunts, target shooting events and other outdoor sports activities. HAVA is Honored American Veterans Afield, a 501(c)(3) organization formed by companies in the shooting and outdoor industry.
The 2023 8th Annual NSSF/HAVA Golf Classic will be held Sunday, January 15, two days before the opening of the 2023 SHOT Show® at the Bear’s Best Las Vegas Country Club. For more information on this important event, visit www.shotshow.org/golf.
About NSSF
NSSF is the trade association for the firearm industry. Its mission is to promote, protect and preserve hunting and the shooting sports. Formed in 1961, NSSF has a membership of thousands of manufacturers, distributors, firearm retailers, shooting ranges, sportsmen’s organizations and publishers nationwide. For more information, visit nssf.org.
About HAVA
HAVA is a 501(c)(3) organization formed by companies in the shooting and outdoor industry with the purpose of raising awareness and further assisting disabled veterans with their healing process through guided hunts, shooting events and other outdoor sports activities. To learn more about HAVA, visit www.honoredveterans.org.
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January 12, 2023
NSSF To Provide Credova Buy-now, Pay-later Options to Members
WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is pleased to announce Credova, a financing platform offering buy-now, pay-later services, has been added to NSSF’s Affinity Partner network.
Credova specializes in outdoor recreation and sporting goods point-of-sale financing for manufacturers and retailers so they can provide their customers with buy-now, pay-later solutions and multiple financing products. The company was formed in response to consumer demand for dividing their purchase total into manageable monthly payments.
Through a physical store or ecommerce application, customers can apply for and use financing options such as four payments, no-interest and longer duration financing options up to 36 months. Credova has brought its understanding of the outdoor recreation and sporting goods markets to its services, making the product convenient and easy to use. NSSF members will have exclusive access to special offers through Credova, accessible via NSSF’s member portal.
“Credova is a respected provider of the buy-now, pay-later consumer payment services options, and NSSF is pleased to make this new benefit available to its members who sell at retail,” said Samantha Hill, Director of Member Services.
“We are looking forward to a long and prosperous relationship with the NSSF,” said Kamron Davis, Credova’s Chief Revenue Officer. “It is my hope that we can deliver compelling financial services to the entire NSSF member base. We look forward to continuing to serve the industry with our buy-now, pay-later products.”
Credova will provide a volume based rebate incentive exclusive to NSSF members. To learn more about Credova, please visit www.credova.com.
About NSSF
NSSF is the trade association for the firearm industry. Its mission is to promote, protect and preserve hunting and the shooting sports. Formed in 1961, NSSF has a membership of thousands of manufacturers, distributors, firearm retailers, shooting ranges, sportsmen’s organizations and publishers nationwide. For more information, visit nssf.org.
About Credova
Credova provides outdoor recreation and sporting goods industry businesses with a point-of-sale financing platform providing a buy now, pay later solution with multiple financing products. To learn more about Credova, please visit www.credova.com.
ROSE by SIG SAUER: A complete solution for women to begin and support their firearms journey
NEWINGTON, N.H., (January 12, 2023) – Introducing ROSE by SIG SAUER™. Developed by SIG SAUER in collaboration with Team SIG Professional Shooter and 8-time World Champion Lena Miculek, the all-new ROSE brand by SIG SAUER was created to help encourage and inspire women to take on the responsibility of their own personal safety through education, training, and community.
ROSE by SIG SAUER is a complete firearms education program that begins with a custom ROSE P365 kit including a special edition P365-XL COMP ROSE pistol chambered in 9MM or P365-380 ROSE, a custom ROSE Vaultek safe, and instant access to a complete step-by-step video training series with Lena Miculek that is supported by an online community to encourage, inspire, and grow female shooters to become more confident and comfortable.
“For the past ten years I have been exclusively a professional competitive shooter. While I worked hard for my titles, and am proud of all that I have accomplished, the most rewarding part of my career has been to help women overcome fear and get into firearms ownership. You could say that ROSE blossomed through these experiences and is now made possible by the power of the SIG SAUER brand,” began Team SIG Professional Shooter Lena Miculek. “ROSE is not only a pistol, it is a kit you take home with you to start your firearms journey and become part of a community where you are supported and can learn at your own pace in an environment you are comfortable in. I have heard countless times from women that they leave the store with more questions than answers and they want to learn. This is where ROSE by SIG SAUER comes in; the heartbeat of this program is education and getting you from the retailer to the range so you can start your lasting journey with firearms.”
ROSE by SIG SAUER is a complete program that helps women take the first step towards responsible firearms ownership. The program begins with the purchase of ROSE by SIG SAUER P365 kit that provides you with all the tools you need including the pistol, safe storage, and dummy rounds to begin your firearms journey and start your training program. Whether it is your first firearms purchase, or you are just looking to improve your skills, the full online training course, guided by Lena Miculek allows gun owners to get comfortable handling the pistol and ready for the range. The educational component is further complimented by an online community to support and share the journey as you learn and grow.
“ROSE by SIG SAUER is based on Lena’s years of experiences as a career competitor and in teaching women at every skill level, all over the country. ROSE was developed to be a complete system, that’s easy to understand, easy to learn and easy to use,” added Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER Inc. “For all that ROSE has to offer including the kit, the program, and the community, the entire package is a tremendous value that will pay dividends from the day you purchase and well into the future as both the ROSE by SIG SAUER brand and program grows.”
The SIG SAUER ROSE kit includes either a custom P365-XL COMP ROSE in 9MM or a P365-380 ROSE with (2) magazines, a signature ROSE Vaultek Lifepod™ pistol safe with built-in lock system and TSA approved, (5) polymer dummy rounds for safe dry-fire practice, a magazine loader, a personal note from Team SIG professional shooter Lena Miculek which includes access to the QuickStart guide and online training series. Additionally, custom ROSE by SIG SAUER printable practice targets are available for download at sigsauer.com/rose.
Both P365 ROSE pistols feature custom ROSE accents including a laser engraved ROSE polymer grip module, optics-ready slide with X-RAY3 Day/Night sights, and matte rose gold-colored controls including trigger, manual safety, slide catch, and takedown lever. Additionally, both pistols are optic-ready for direct slide mounting of the SIG SAUER Electro-Optics ROMEOZero Elite optic. The P365-XL COMP ROSE includes an integrally compensated slide, flat XSERIES trigger, and ships with (2) 12-round 9MM magazines, while the P365-380 ROSE comes standard with a curved trigger, and (2) 10-round magazines.
SIG SAUER P365XL-COMP ROSE / P365-380 ROSE Specs:
The complete SIG SAUER ROSE kit is now shipping and available at retailers. To learn more about the SIG SAUER ROSE program and watch the welcome video with Team SIG professional shooter Lena Miculek, visit sigsauer.com.
Join the ROSE by SIG SAUER Community:
IG: @rose.sigsauer
FB: @ROSE.SIGSAUER and /groups/rosecommunitysigsauer
Twitter: @ROSE_SIGSAUER
ROSE by SIG SAUER image gallery including product and lifestyle photos.
About Lena Miculek:
Lena Miculek is the top multi-discipline female competitor in the world and focuses on 3-Gun and PCC Competition as a member of Team SIG. Lena entered the world of competitive shooting at the age of 8 and proved she would be a force to be reckoned with. At age 17 she won her first World Champion title, and now has 8 World Shooting titles in 5 different shooting disciplines, 3 PCC national titles and 20 PCC championships, over 50 3-Gun Championships, and hundreds of championships and high lady titles in the disciplines she competes in. Additionally, Lena is recognized in the industry as the most-influential female competitor and continues to break records and barriers for females across the industry.
About SIG SAUER, Inc.
SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, suppressors, airguns, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of tactical training and elite firearms instruction at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 2,900 employees across twelve locations in three states. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.
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Visit Bersa at Booth 70805 at the 2023 SHOT Show®
BERSA Announces US Facility and Launches New Website
One of the best-loved, and most affordable firearms brands opens a manufacturing facility in the US. Bersa introduces their new BAR15 rifles and BAR9 handguns made in the new US facility and launches a new website focused on their growing brand.
Kennesaw, Ga. (January 2023) – BERSA, one of the most trusted firearms brands for over 65 years, has launched a brand new website featuring all the most popular BERSA products, plus the new American-made BAR15 rifles and BAR9 pistols. The website and new product launch all coincide with the 2023 SHOT Show®, to be held Jan. 17 – 20, at The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada. BERSA will be exhibiting at Booth 70805.
The new website, bersa.com, offers customers a clean, modern, easy-to-navigate platform where the full pistol lineup is available and can easily be sorted by products, such as pistols, BAR, accessories, and BERSA merchandise. The newly listed BAR products feature new AR-style rifles in .556 NATO, just announced, 300 Blackout; and new AR-style pistols in 9mm and one in .556 NATO. Not sure of which BERSA product? Click on the Purpose Tab and easily sort categories of self-defense, concealed carry, competition, recreational, and LE/military. There is a BERSA handgun or rifle for every need, task, or purpose.
“The BERSA brand is completely relevant for today’s consumers,” Rafael Del Valle, National Director of Sales for BERSA, said. “We are excited to bring a fresh look to our consummate product line at the SHOT Show and online on our new website.”
This year’s SHOT Show will be held in both The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum offering a unique opportunity for attendees to experience the best in firearms, ammunition, law enforcement, cutlery, outdoor apparel, optics, and other related products and services first-hand. The BERSA Booth 70805 welcomes new dealers and media.
For more information on the new BERSA AR-style pistols and rifles, visit www.bersa.com
BERSA BAR15 Rifle .556 NATO
About BERSA:
For over half a century, BERSA has been manufacturing quality firearms and is known worldwide for reliability and attention to every ergonomic and functional detail. Boasting an excellent price to performance ratio and using the most advanced technology concerning design, production, and quality control has helped make BERSA one of the most prestigious gun manufacturers in the world. Sportsmen and law enforcement worldwide enjoy the benefits and quality of BERSA. For more information, visit bersa.com.
BERSA
Kennesaw, GA 30144
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