We only have a handful of Desert Tech Right Hand SRS A1 Chassis remaining and we just reduced our Left Hand SRS A1 Chassis by another $330! More A2 Conversion Kits are expected to arrive any day now, so we’re encouraging backorders to reserve your rifle kit! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own a Desert Tech for a fraction of the normal price!
WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – August 6 – Savage is excited to launch its new 110 Prairie Hunter, a precision bolt-action 110 platform rifle built for the cartridge that rewrote the rules of ballistics. Shipments of these firearms have been delivered to dealers.
“This new configuration, built on our time-tested 110 bolt action, is our first 224 Valkyrie rifle and its features are specifically designed for long distance shooting,” said Savage Senior Brand Manager Jessica Treglia. “The wide variety of bullet options available in the 224 Valkyrie cartridge makes Savage’s 110 Prairie Hunter ideal for long-distance target shooters, hunters targeting medium-sized game such as pronghorn, varmint hunters or backyard plinkers.”
The 110 Prairie Hunter unleashes the full power and accuracy of 224 Valkyrie. Its AccuFit system makes it easy to customize comb height and length-of-pull to any hunter. Combined with its user-adjustable AccuTrigger, 22-inch button-rifled barrel and target crown, the rifle delivers the most consistent accuracy at extreme ranges. The 110 Prairie Hunter features a threaded muzzle, synthetic stock with a beavertail fore-end, three QD studs and a detachable box magazine.
Features
Part No. / Description / MSRP
57409 / Model 110 Prairie Hunter, 22-inch barrel / $759
About Savage
Headquartered in Westfield, Massachusetts for more than 125 years, Savage is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of hunting, competition and self-defense centerfire and rimfire rifles, and shotguns. Their firearms are best known for accuracy and value. The entrepreneurial spirit that originally defined the company is still evident in its ongoing focus on continuous innovations, craftsmanship, quality and service. Learn more at www.savagearms.com.
SIG Store Rewards earned through this promotion are redeemable at the SIG SAUER Webstore on sigsauer.com and can be used to optimize your BDX purchase: choose from a full line of optics, mounts, accessories, and much more.
The SIG SAUER Electro-Optics Ballistic Date Xchange System combines traditional hunting equipment with technology. BDX is a fully integrated rangefinder and riflescope system that utilizes Applied Ballistics Ultralight and Bluetooth™ using an Android or iOS device to calculate and illuminate the exact holdover dot for the perfect shot. BDX™ is simple, fast, and intuitive – just connect the dot.
For additional details about the SIG SAUER Electro-Optics BDX promotion, and the products featured in this special offer, visit sigsauer.com.
About SIG SAUER, Inc.
SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, and training. For over 100 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, 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 elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy – a world class, state-of-the-art, 140-acre training facility. SIG SAUER is headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, and has more than 1,700 employees across eight locations, and is the largest member of a worldwide business group that includes SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG in Germany. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.
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Today, AirMap and the Swiss air navigation service provider skyguide, in partnership with the Swiss Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA), announced that they have deployed the Swiss U-space flight information management system for drones, referred to as the FIMS.
The FIMS is an aviation data exchange hub that connects skyguide’s air traffic management system to UAS Service Providers (USPs) with open interfaces to support safe and compliant drone operations in low-altitude airspace. The FIMS deployment represents a critical milestone in the development of the Swiss U-space Implementation (SUSI) program, Switzerland’s drone traffic management network infrastructure.
Read more about this announcement and what it means for the development of a safe, open, and competitive drone marketplace.
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(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Sellmark Corporation is proud to announce their attendance at the upcoming Sports Inc. Fall 2019 Outdoor Sporting Goods Show. Sellmark brands 12 Survivors, Firefield, Pulsar, Sightmark and newly acquired Kopfjäger will showcase their full lineup of optics and accessories at booth #217. Sports Inc. will be held August 11-13, 2019 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN.
Founded in 1965 in Montana, Sports Inc. has grown into a nationwide network of stores involved in all facets of the sporting goods industry. Today, Sports Inc. is the most diverse and largest sporting goods buying group based on their number of independently owned retailers and store locations.
If you plan to attend the Sports Inc. August Outdoor Sporting Goods Show, please take the opportunity to stop by and visit with our knowledgeable staff and learn more about Sellmark products designed to enhance your outdoor experiences and shooting proficiency. For more information email sales@sellmark.net.
About Sellmark
Sellmark is dedicated to producing industry-leading outdoor lifestyle products and brands and continues to grow market share in more than 50 countries, including many quality retailers in every state across the U.S. To date, Sellmark products and brands have been sold in more than 5,000 locations around the world. Sellmark “Brands that Sell” include Sightmark, Pulsar, Firefield, and 12 Survivors.
For information about any of these brands or products, please contactmediarelations@sellmark.net.
SIG SAUER Academy instructor Colin Murphy demonstrates the “Hoser 32 Drill”, which is an adaptation of the “Run Shuffle Run Drill”.
Asfaleia Design has announced Chevalier Advertising & Public Relations as its official agency of record. Asfaleia Design was born of a luxury bag maker’s attention expanding to include the self-protection market. With new markets come new marketing needs and so Asfaleia Design’s expertise in craftsmanship and intelligent design is being combined with Chevalier’s 63-plus years experience in public relations, advertising and marketing within the shooting and outdoors industries.
In its new role as Asfaleia Design’s agency of record, Chevalier Advertising will assist in an ongoing public relations campaign directed towards the self defense and general markets. This includes event planning, coordinating media samples and writing and distributing press releases. Chevalier Advertising will also help Asfaleia Design create brand and product marketing campaigns including creative and media placement.
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“We feel that safety shouldn’t require sacrificing quality or style,” said Asfaleia Design’s CEO and Founder Del C. Arnold “so we took the same modern design, premium Italian leather, and elegant hardware used in high fashion bags and added ballistic panels for safety and a magnetic closure for quick draw to make a functional protective bag. With Chevalier’s knowledge of the shooting and outdoors market we aim to revolutionize the way people protect themselves. “
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“Asfaleia Design has created some unique products that fill a need underserved in our industry,” said Account Executive Aaron Lisech. “Asfaleia Design’s products offer something refreshing and new to the upscale self-protection market.”
About Asfaleia Design:
ASFALEIA (pronounced “as-fall’-ya”) is Greek for safety. Asfaleia Design brings modern safety and protection strategies in response to modern threats. Readiness to protect oneself or family should not require sacrificing style or practicality and with Asfaleia design it doesn’t.
Asfaleia Design pairs sophisticated style, discreet carry, and ballistic barriers. Defense is a reactive action by its very nature. We can’t control when we’ll need it, but we can control what we have available when we need it. What sets ASFALEIA apart is the option to seamlessly integrate Level IIIA ballistic armor turning your everyday bag into everyday added protection, everyday, “asfaleia”.
About Chevalier Advertising, Inc.:
Located in Lake Oswego, Oregon, Chevalier is a premier full-service advertising, marketing and public relations agency specializing in the marketing of hunting, outdoors, shooting, and law enforcement products.
For more information, contact: Chevalier Advertising, Inc., Three Centerpointe Dr., Suite 200, Lake Oswego, OR 97035, 503.639.9190,
NEWINGTON, N.H., (August 5, 2019) – This week the NRA’s American Rifleman TV features the SIG Relentless Warrior Championship, the premier competitive shooting championship of America’s future military leaders. Recently, nearly 100 cadets from the United States Military Academy at West Point, the United States Naval Academy, the United States Air Force Academy, the United States Coast Guard Academy, Virginia Military Institute (VMI), Texas A&M, and the Merchant Marine Academy competed against one another at the world-class SIG SAUER Academy in Epping, New Hampshire for the chance to be named the, “Ultimate Warrior.”
American Rifleman TV, premiering on The Outdoor Channel, featuring the SIG Relentless Warrior Championship, will air this week at the following dates and times:
The NRA’s American Rifleman TV episode chronicles the SIG Relentless Warrior Championship as the cadets compete through the various stages of the course, and features interviews with coaches, cadets, Ron Cohen, President and CEO, SIG SAUER, Inc., Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc., and Steve “Mato” Matulewicz, Vice President, SIG SAUER Academy.
The Outdoor Channel is available on most cable and satellite networks. Check your local listings for channel information.
About SIG SAUER, Inc.
SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, and training. For over 100 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, 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 elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy – a world class, state-of-the-art, 140-acre training facility. SIG SAUER is headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, and has more than 1,700 employees across eight locations, and is the largest member of a worldwide business group that includes SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG in Germany. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.
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Galco Gunleather is excited to introduce the new StukOn-U™ pocket holster for small frame revolvers from Colt, Kimber, Ruger, S&W, Taurus and others!
The StukOn-U builds on Galco’s decades of experience with pocket holsters. Its Gripper Shell™ exterior helps the holster grab the inside of the pocket, while the closed-cell foam substrate gives the holster shape and sturdiness. Finally, a layer of 420 denier packcloth lines the holster to both protect the handgun and smooth the draw.
The ambidextrous StukOn-U is designed for front pocket carry in pants or a jacket. It keeps the firearm in the same general position so the grip can be quickly located during draw, conceals the shape of the gun so that its outline is not printed through the pants, and allows one-handed release of gun from both pocket and holster, especially when using a “hooking” draw technique to catch the trigger-guard edge of the holster on the pocket as the handgun is released. The holster’s Gripper Shell surface assists in keeping the holster in the pocket during the draw.
The StukOn-U helps accomplish multiple concealed carry tasks with excellent discretion – and at the very reasonable retail price of $27!
Galco International, LTD is the designer and manufacturer of the Galco Gunleather brand, the premier American-made line of superb-quality holsters, belts and accessories. Encompassing law enforcement, military, defensive and sporting use, the Galco Gunleather brand utilizes leather, injection-molded plastic and Kydex® to meet the demands of today’s consumers. The award-winning Matrix™ line of holsters and accessories, women’s holster handbags, tactical slings and hunting accessories round out the line. All Galco products are proudly made in the USA since 1969.
Oberkochen, Germany, August 5th, 2019 – HENSOLDT will upgrade the vision equipment used by the Turkish Navy’s Preveze Class submarines to state-of-the-art technology. The contract is worth approximately 40 million euros. For the first time, two SERO 400 systems will be combined.
The four Class 209 submarines were built and commissioned in the 1990s. HENSOLDT will supply a total of eight SERO 400 periscopes, all of them with thermal imagers as add-on units.
The order was placed by the Turkish company Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik ve Ticaret A.Ş. (STM), which has the overall responsibility for the upgrade programme. “This is already our third project with STM. Collaboration with our Turkish partner has been very successful, not only in the case of the AY modernization program involving our SERO 250 for the Turkish Navy, but also regarding the Agosta upgrade,” said Klaus Rettenmaier, Head of Naval Systems in HENSOLDT’s Optronics Business Line. “The decision to combine two SERO 400s was made in view of the commonality with the Turkish New Type Submarine Program (NTSP).”
Therein, HENSOLDT is supplying a combination of the OMS 100 optronics mast system and the SERO 400 periscope for the REIS Class submarines. In addition, HENSOLDT is also supplying the equipment for the periscope workshop in Turkey, including special tooling. This means that, as a result of the continued deployment of the SERO 400, synergies will arise not only in the area of operating and training, but also in maintenance.
About HENSOLDT
HENSOLDT is a global pioneer of technology and innovation in the area of defense and security electronics. The company is a market leader in civilian and military sensor solutions, developing new products to counter evolving threats based on disruptive concepts in such fields as big data, robotics and cyber security. With a workforce of some 4,300 employees, HENSOLDT generates revenues of more than 1 billion euros per year.
Meopta USA Sport Optics Introduces New Carbon Fiber Tripod
TAMPA, FL, August 2, 2019 – Meopta USA Sport Optics is pleased to introduce the Meopta Carbon Fiber Tripod. This lightweight, extremely durable tripod is ideal for hunters who need a rugged, easily portable, and highly stable tripod in the field. The Carbon Fiber Tripod comes standard with a ball head, pan-tilt head, universal smartphone adapter, and premium carrying case.
The Meopta Carbon Fiber Tripod is designed for spotting scopes of all makes and models as well as binoculars with the use of a standard tripod adapter. The fluid heads deliver smooth, vibration-free movement making it easier to glass vast areas. The phone adapter works with all brands of smartphones and can be attached to the tripod to take quality photos and videos in the field.
“Efficient and effective glassing is crucial on many hunts, and we want to offer our customers a rugged, lightweight, highly stable tripod at a great price,” said Randy Garrison, Director of Meopta USA Sport Optics. “With the Meopta Carbon Fiber Tripod, our customers have the convenience of getting all their optical equipment in one place and the confidence of knowing we stand behind the performance.”
Weighing just 4 lbs., the Meopta Carbon Fiber Tripod folds to 18 inches for easy carrying and comes with a stylish premium nylon carrying case. The maximum total rise with center riser extended is 70 inches, and there is a center hook on which to hang extra weight, such as a backpack, for additional stability if desired. The kit also comes with four quick-release (QR) plates (two for each head) to speed deployment in the field, and one leg of the tripod is detachable for use as a monopod.
Meopta is offering a special package deal which includes the Meopta MeoPro HD 80 Spotting Scope (straight or angled) and Carbon Fiber Tripod. This kit will retail for $1,699 vs. $1,599 for the HD 80 Spotting Scope alone, creating a $200 value for the consumer.
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About Meopta
Meopta has been producing high-end European optics for over 85 years. Meopta is a leading manufacturer & partner to many of the world’s finest optical brands. Meopta conceives, develops and manufactures precision optical and electro/optical systems for semiconductor, medical, aerospace and military industries as well as for consumer markets.
For more information regarding Meopta, please visit www.meoptasportsoptics.com.
We are so honored that the U.S. Marine Corps selected High Speed Gear® for their new magazine pouch. As such HSGI® will provide Infantry Combat Equipment (PM ICE), Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM) with 150,000 double rifle magazine pouches. The X2R TACO® was chosen for its preferred functionality, versatility, weight and Marine preference.
Additionally, Heckler and Koch® also ordered more than 30,000 TACOs® to pair with its M-110A1 rifle for HK’s squad-designated marksman rifle contract for the U.S. Army.
We are in the process of ramping up to meet this all-important need, and rest assured we remain ready for your orders as well.
We could not be more proud to support our military and of our amazing teams and the community that have brought us to this milestone. Thank you for supporting American business and quality.
– Your teams at HSGI® and Comp-Tac®
Our new Adaptable Belt Mount (ABM) attachment format offers a sturdy, versatile alternative for mounting to belts 1.5″-2″. Available for most of our current belt-mounted products.
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In recognition of National Shooting Sports Month, SIG SAUER is honored to announce support for the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s (NSSF) annual initiative to celebrate the shooting sports throughout the month of August.
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Team SIG Pro Shooter, Lena Miculek, demonstrates a 3-round pistol drill with a target transition using her P320.
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Workshop held at Reno Guns & Range and introduced the gun culture to attending mental health professionals. WTTA board member and instructor, Rob Pincus, also provided an intro shooting instruction.
(August 2019) – Walk The Talk America (WTTA), a non-profit organization working to foster relationships between firearms companies and firearms owners with the mental health community, and their partner, Zephyr Wellness, a Reno, Nevada-based counseling agency, held the first of a series of seminars at the Reno Guns & Range on July 25, 2019.The event, entitled “At the Intersection of Guns and Mental Health,” introduced mental health professionals to the gun culture in an effort to open a dialog between gun owners and mental health practitioners.
Michael Sodini, founder and CEO of WTTA, kicked off the inaugural workshop and Zephyr Wellness co-founder and clinical director, Jake Wiskerchen, addressed the full house on issues facing both the mental health and 2nd Amendment community and ways to bridge that gap, bringing about increased awareness, and developing resources to help people in need.
“I could not be prouder of what we are doing or more pleased at how the training went. The attendees all reported that they got a lot out of it and are looking forward to more classes,” Wiskerchen commented. “Our aim is to do a full-blown certificate program sometime in the near future so that gun owners will be able to identify clinicians who welcome and affirm their needs without stigma or judgment.”
Rob Pincus, WTTA board member, professional firearms trainer, author, and consultant, gave attendees shooting safety and instruction and the opportunity to shoot handguns at Reno Guns & Range’s new state-of-the-art, redesigned, full-service, indoor shooting and training facility.
Gun Freedom Radio Show host, Cheryl Todd, was among the attendees and invited the WTTA and Zephyr Wellness team for a conversation on the event. Sodini and Wiskerchen attended and the interview can be found here: https://youtu.be/ApCTnXcUetU
Sodini concluded, “Our first event went off better than anticipated and having a course like this is long overdue. Bringing two sides together for cultural understanding is the only way to get past the stigma and fear both sides deal with on a daily basis. With Rob’s instruction in firearms, Jake’s knowledge in mental health and my passion for bringing both sides together, I am excited about the future. This will save lives.”
Upcoming courses for mental health care professionals will be posted on the WTTA and Zephyr Wellness sites.
Gun Freedom Radio Show host, Cheryl Todd, was among the attendees and invited the WTTA and Zephyr Wellness team for a conversation on the event. Sodini and Wiskerchen attended and the interview can be watched above.
About Walk the Talk America:
Our mission is to fund research and development for outreach and promotion of mental health to reduce the misconceptions and prejudices that exist when it comes to mental illness and firearms. We believe we can be a catalyst for change by working with experts in the mental health industry. www.walkthetalkamerica.org
About Zephyr Wellness:
Locally owned and operated, Zephyr offers outpatient counseling for individuals, couples, groups, and families of all ages and demographics, regardless of their struggles. Our mission is to provide citizens in our community, state, and country with the best possible care for mind, body and spirit through accessible, holistic and compassionate approaches that honor personal freedom. www.zephyrwellness.org
(Greeley, PA) – Kahr Firearms Group, a leader in innovative firearms design and manufacturing, is proud to announce its attendance at the 79th Annual Sturgis Bike Rally on August 2-11.
Kahr Firearms Group will join Lucas Oil Outdoor Line and a group of outdoor industry manufacturers to display their products during the rally. Lucas Oil Outdoor Line will bring the Mobile Tactics Mobile Shooting Range, sponsored by Lucas Oil, for free live fire shooting. There will be firearms from Kahr Arms, Thompson, Auto-Ordnance and Magnum Research on site for shooting at the mobile range. Just outside the mobile shooting range, Kahr Firearms Group and the other outdoor manufacturers will be set up and open for attendees beginning at 9am daily.
“Kahr Firearms Group is excited to be a part of the Sturgis Bike Rally this year,” says Jodi DePorter, Director of Marketing at Kahr Firearms Group. “Teaming up with Lucas Oil Outdoor Line and the other vendors is a great way to bring our brand to a group of outdoor enthusiasts and spread our appreciation for the firearms industry.”
For more information about Kahr Firearms Group products, visit ww.kahr.com,www.magnumresearch.com, www.autoordnance.com,www.custombfrrevolver.com, www.customdeserteagle.com orwww.customrimfirerifle.com.
About Kahr Firearms Group:
Kahr Firearms Group, formed in 2012, includes Kahr Arms, Auto-Ordnance and Magnum Research. KFG Headquarters reside in Greeley, Pennsylvania. Kahr Arms produces small concealable handguns in .380, 9mm, .40 and .45ACP. Auto-Ordnance is the maker of the famous “Tommy Gun”, M1 Carbine and WW2 GI Model 1911. Magnum Research Inc., designer and producer of the world renowned Desert Eagle Pistol, Baby Eagle, MLR .22LR and .22Mag Rifles and BFR Revolvers. All three companies are proudly located in the USA.
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The A2 MF series brings the Steyr pistol line into the modern world and beyond sporting new features and a redesigned frame. The new grip module features a re-contoured grip and the addition of modular grip panels offered in various sizes to ensure a proper fit for the smallest to largest of hands. An aggressive texture has been applied to the handle to maximize the traction of the grip. The A2 MF incorporates a flared magwell, which offers a wider opening to reduce reloading time. Keeping in tradition of the previous A1 series, the A2 MF series maintains the high grip angle and low bore axis that offers uncompromising comfort and recoil mitigation. Forward Slide Serrations have been added for positive grip when manipulating the slide. Steyr Arm’s proprietary trapezoid sights come standard on the A2 MF and offer a refined quick acquisition combat sighting system. The A2 MF series blends these features with the original timeless design of a multi-function pistol chassis that has set the industry standard that others follow.
As the original patent holder for a single multi function pistol chassis, the Steyr A2 MF fully materializes on the concept of a pistol capable of multiple configurations. Users will now have the ability to swap between several grip modules and slide assembly options to meet their specific needs. The result will be a tailored solution to meet the challenge of even the most discerning shooter.
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JDI Firearms is now the exclusive importer of PGM Precision’s renowned sniper rifle systems in the United States.
Frisco, Texas (August 2019) – JDI Firearms/SAN Imports, exclusive importer of SAN Swiss Arms and Wyssen Defence, is proud to announce an agreement has been signed with PGM Precision of France. Under this agreement, JDI Firearms/SAN Imports will be importing, marketing, and educating the U.S. market of civilians, law enforcement, and military on the complete line of PGM Precision bolt-action sniper rifles.
“We at JDI Firearms/SAN Imports are excited to bring these first-class, precision sniper rifles to the American public and competitors, law enforcement, and military professionals,” Dave Wagner, President of JDI Firearms/SAN Imports, commented. “PGM Precision has been designing and manufacturing sniper rifles for the international market for over 25 years and has an outstanding reputation for quality, accuracy, and precision.”
PGM Precision was founded in the French Alps in 1993. Within two years of its founding, PGM Precision had won a French Army tender for the 12.7 Hecate 2 rifles to equip all French infantry regiments and special forces. Since then, PGM has continued to design and expand the Hecate rifle, introduce the PGM338 and the Ludis, the first rifle specially developed for sport shooters. At the 2018 Eurosatory, PGM Precision introduced the Mini Hecate 2.
JDI Firearms/SAN Imports will be importing the full line of PGM Precision rifles including the Ultima Ratio, Hecate 2 (LE/Mil restricted), PGM338, Ludis and Mini Hecate 2, plus a line of high-quality precision and long-range shooting accessories. MSRP starts at $4,850 for the Ludis and $6,400 – $7,400 for the Ultima Ratio and $9,050 for the Mini Hecate 2.
For more information, visit www.PGMPrecisionUSA.com or contact JDI Firearms/SAN Imports.
About JDI Firearms, Inc/SAN Imports:
SAN Imports, based in Frisco, Texas, became the exclusive importer of Swiss Arms of Switzerland full line of firearms and accessories, including the SG553 and 751 series in 2015. In early 2019 SAN Imports signed an exclusive agreement with Wyssen Defence of Switzerland to imports its WD-9 model to the US market which is currently pending ATF approval to import.
About PGM Precision:
Part of the Teissier Technique Group (TTG), PGM Precision was founded in 1993 to specialize in high quality, durable bolt-action rifles. With military customers such as the Swiss and French who operate in the Alps (mountains) to Brazilian special units (jungle) and Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi forces (desert), PGM is confident the various climates its long guns are sold can meet the toughest demands customers can expose them to. Production is done near Annecy, France near the Alps by TTG. Final assembly is completed by PGM in its headquarters in Poisy, France with each firearm checked by quality control before leaving the factory. Models include Ultima Ratio, PGM 338, Hecate II, Ludis and the newest model the Mini Hecate II in 338LM. Calibers in the line run from .308 up to .50BMG which is reserved for military and law enforcement per export restrictions set by the French Ministry of Defense. PGM has an international presence by selling its product in over 45 countries worldwide.
The MPA BA PMR “Competition Ready” Rifle configuration includes several key accessories, an MPA BA mount, and optic.
Comer, Ga. (August 2019) – MasterPiece Arms (MPA), manufacturers of the MPA BA Rifles and Chassis Systems, is pleased to introduce the MPA BA Precision Match Rifle (PMR) “Competition Ready” Rifle. This rifle is designed specifically for the Production Class requirements of the Precision Rifle Series (PRS) and has been approved for use within this division. The special “Competition Ready” configuration includes several key accessories, an MPA BA Mount and optic. MPA has packaged these items together to offer a tremendous value on the “Competition Ready” package with a special MSRP of $2,999.99 for the rifle and all included accessories. The value of the items included is $3,459 (MSRP), so the “Competition Ready” package provides approximately a $500 savings.
The MPA BA PMR “Competition Ready” Rifle utilizes the MPA BA Hybrid Chassis, which is machined on MPA’s CNC Horizontal Machining Centers to exacting tolerances from 6061 aluminum. The v-bedding system provides additional clearance for glass bedding action and straight section of the barrel. The chassis also includes a built-in inclinometer, thumb notch, lower mounted Picatinny Rail, 20 MOA Scope Rail, A2 Style Pistol Grip and is R.A.T. System compatible. The MPA Buttstock comes with an adjustable cheek riser and length of pull that is locked in position with a series of set screws that are embedded into the buttstock body. This is the same system MPA uses on its Standard BA Chassis but without the thumb wheels.
The MPA BA PMR “Competition Ready” Rifle includes an X-Caliber hand lapped 416R Stainless Premium Barrel Blank with a polished barrel finish. It is available in 26” for 6.5mm and 6mm and 24” for .308 M24 barrel profile. The chamber is indicated within 0.0001” or less to the bore of the rifle.
Additional items included in the “Competition Ready” package include an EVG Grip, Bag Rider, V4 Spigot Mount, MPA 30mm, 1.125, 0MOA Mount, MPA DN3 Brake and a Bushnell Forge Optic (RF4275BF2 – 4.5 – 27×50 FFP MRAD Forge Black Deploy MIL Riflescope, box).
MPA BA PMR “Competition Ready” Rifle Specifications:
MPA makes every effort to get the product to the customer as quickly as possible. These are hand-built precision instruments and not production components. To see MPA’s latest delivery and lead times for all Bolt Action Rifles and Chassis, visit https://masterpiecearms.com/bolt-action-rifle-and-chassis-current-delivery-times/.
For more information on MasterPiece Arms and their product line of rifles, chassis systems, and accessories, visit www.masterpiecearms.com.
About MasterPiece Arms:
MasterPiece Arms main offices, located in Comer, Georgia, combines quality engineering and state-of-the-art manufacturing to design and produce firearms, such as highly successful BA Rifles and Chassis Systems. Masterpiece Arms uses high accuracy CNC machining, turning, barrel making, laser cutting and bending in its manufacturing process controlled by their ISO9002/TS16949 Registered Quality System.
MPA engineers test and retest our weapons to provide customers with one of the most enjoyable guns available. With versatile uses, such as personal and home protection, long range shooting, hunting and tactical interests, MPA products are one of a kind and backed by a lifetime warranty for original owners. Learn more about MasterPiece Arms products at www.masterpiecearms.com or call 866.803.0000.
Your EDC just got better with the all-new FN 509® Midsize MRD.
This evolution of the FN 509 Midsize, now featuring the FN Low Profile Optics Mounting System, gives you the option of direct mounting more than 10 different miniature red dot optics to your concealed carry pistol. The FN 509 Midsize MRD features a four-inch barrel and slide with optics mounting package, a midsized frame, standard 15-round capacity and is compatible with larger capacity FN 509 magazines with use of a sleeve. The improved controls aid in manipulation, the new improved texturing on the two included backstraps provides better recoil management, and a new flatter faced trigger allows for more controllable trigger press and cleaner break.
B&T selects Direct Impact Media Group as public relations agency of record.
TAMPA, FL (July 22, 2019) – B&T, Inc. is proud to announce its strategic partnership with Direct Impact Media Group, who is providing a full-suite of marketing and brand services for B&T.
Direct Impact is serving as the day-to-day point of contact for all media inquiries related to B&T, and is implementing a host of marketing communications, social media and public relations efforts to educate end-users and media about the specialty products that B&T produces.
“Direct Impact is comprised of experts with proven experience in this field,” said Tim Nickler, President and CEO of B&T. “Direct Impact brings a vast level of product knowledge, an unmatched background and industry perspective, as well as unique skill sets uncommon to other public relations agencies within the shooting, hunting, and outdoor space.”
Direct Impact Media Group will manage all aspects of public and media relations for B&T. “It is a privilege to represent such an innovative brand that produces the finest products in its category,” said Jordan Hunter, co-founder, Direct Impact Media Group. “We are excited by the opportunity to provide B&T with our services and assisting them in achieving their goals of increasing brand recognition, establishing long-lasting relationships within the industry and enhancing communication with current and future customers.”
Direct Impact Media Group
Direct Impact Media Group is a full-service public relations agency specializing in shooting, hunting, and outdoor lifestyle industries, providing not only consumer reach but more importantly the right consumer reach.
B&T
B&T, a Florida-based subsidiary of the formerly known B&T AG SWITZERLAND, which was founded in 1991 as a designer and manufacturer of the industry’s most advanced suppressors. Under the leadership of Karl Brügger, B&T has evolved into a world leader in the design, manufacture, and sale of the most technologically advanced, high performance weapons systems in the world. From the comprehensive APC (Advanced Police Carbine) line, recently adopted by the United States Army, to the new 9mm USW® (Universal Service Weapon) and USW conversion kits, B&T weapon systems are used globally by police, Special Forces, and elite military units.
(Greeley, PA) – Thompson Auto-Ordnance, maker of the famous “Tommy Gun” and other classic firearms throughout history, is proud to introduce the Special Edition Trump Thompson.
“The Second Amendment to the Constitution is clear. The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed upon. Period.” With this statement, Donald J. Trump, 45th President of The United States, reaffirmed his support for the gun rights of all Americans. With the invention of the Thompson, the United States reaffirmed its ability to deliver defeat to the enemies of liberty around the globe. It is only fitting that these two icons should be combined in the Trump 45 commemorative Thompson Carbine. Kahr Firearms Group extends our thanks to the President for his staunch defense of the Second Amendment with this special edition Tommy Gun. Together we will work to make America great again!
The Trump Thompson starts as a Model 1927 Tommy Gun, chambered in .45 ACP. It is entirely manufactured in the USA from quality steel and American walnut. On the right side is engraved an American flag, and the image of our 45th President. His name and “45th” are engraved on the receiver. The grip contains his famous quote drawing the line at infringing on Americans’ rights. On the right stock are engraved the Presidential Seal, American Flag, and the White House. The grip contains another important quote from President Trump defining the Second Amendment as America’s “first freedom”. The receiver contains President Trump’s promise to “Make America Great Again”. The finish is highly durable Cerakote in Armor Black, and Cerakote Clear over high polished flats.
The Trump Thompson has a 16.5″ finned barrel and an overall length of 39″. It weighs 12.5 lbs and comes with a 50-round drum magazine and a 20-round stick magazine. The Trump Thompson (model T1-14-50DC1) has an MSRP of $2309 and is now shipping. Contact your local firearms dealer to purchase.
Kahr Firearms Group partners with Outlaw Ordnance on the design and promotion of custom firearm projects. Outlaw Ordnance is based in West Monroe, Louisiana. A dynamically growing company, Outlaw Ordnance is changing the firearm industry through custom design and innovation. Check out their Instagram Channels to see what else is new.
For more information about Kahr Firearms Group products visit www.kahr.com, www.magnumresearch.com, www.auto-ordnance.com, www.custombfrrevolver.com, www.customrimfirerifle.com or www.customdeserteagle.com.
About Kahr Firearms Group:
Kahr Firearms Group, formed in 2012, includes Kahr Arms, Auto-Ordnance and Magnum Research. KFG Headquarters reside in Greeley, Pennsylvania. Kahr Arms produces small, concealable handguns in .380, 9mm, .40 and .45ACP. Auto-Ordnance is the maker of the famous “Tommy Gun”, M1 Carbine and WW2 GI Model 1911. Magnum Research Inc., is the designer and producer of the world renowned Desert Eagle Pistol, Baby Eagle, MLR .22LR and .22Mag Rifles and BFR Revolvers. All three companies are proudly located in the USA.
Trump Thompson with 50-round Drum Magazine
Trump Thompson with Stick Magazine
How was your week? I hope it was productive for you all and that you’re looking forward to a fun and relaxing weekend. For us, it’s time for our weekly shoot the shit.
A shoot the shit, is a social event where everything and anything can be discussed, normally by people who know absolutely nothing about the topic. Participants are free to make unsupported statements, use uncensored profanity, insult anyone they wish or change the subject at will. It’s the alternative to Facebook, Instagram and other social media apps that have been destroying our ability to interact with one another and producing genetic defects like the Gilroy Garlic Festival shooter. I’ve been to the Gilroy Garlic Festival several times; it’s a wonderful way to spend your day.
A shoot the shit also replaces a visit to a psychologist, someone who studied psychology so they could understand themselves, and who will soak you for $150 an hour for something that you can accomplish in a good shoot the shit. How do you know you have a good shoot the shit going? Everyone is shouting and trying to talk over the next person and they all want to keep it going. Try it, you’ll feel great, I guarantee it. So let’s get started.
Female sexuality is a topic that’s been taboo for way too long. For years, women have never openly referred to their clitoris or vagina. In fact, most women have named their vaginas. For example, I’ve been turned down for sex by a partner saying that Louise is busy tonight. What the hell does that mean? There’s a real need for women to freely express their desires. I was overseas, when I first encountered an uninhibited expression of female desire when asked, by a gorgeous French-Moroccan woman, to stimulate her using my toes!
In this video Annette Young of France 24 takes you through the growing movement, led by courageous women, to bring to an end the repression of women’s sexual desires. It is a worthwhile 10 minutes, on a touchy and sometimes difficult topic.
On to the Democrat 2020 Presidential Candidates…
I’ve been sitting through the Democrat debates and I must say in all candor that what Democrats have going is an epic Chinese fire drill, orchestrated by Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez and Congresswoman Tlaib. It was interesting to see that BETO is completely sure that the world will come to an end in 10 years and not 12.
Have a great weekend. Start a shoot the shit in your office, with your buds and with your family. Be safe and enjoy your weekend!
Don’t forget to sign up for our “All About LAANC for Recreational Flyers” webinar for an in-depth overview of how to get authorization to fly in controlled airspace in seconds.
This webinar will cover everything from the history of LAANC, to what recreational flyers gain with this capability, as well as feature a live demonstration of how to request LAANC authorizations from the AirMap apps.
AirMap Product Manager Sean Coleman will be joined by special guest Mark DeNicuolo from the Federal Aviation Administration to answer your questions about everything LAANC.
Space is limited. Register today.
Webinar Details
Date: Wed, Aug 7th, 2019
Time: 11:00 am PDT / 2:00 pm EDT
Speakers: Sean Coleman,Product Manager, AirMap
Mark DeNicuolo,Deputy Vice President, Program Management Organization, FAA
Galco Gunleather is excited to introduce a wide range of extremely popular fits for the new military-issue SIG-Sauer® M18 and civilian equivalent, including:
With holsters in every price range and multiple carry methods, Galco can help outfit owners of the SIG-Sauer M18 with the highest-quality American-made holsters and accessories. Visit Galco’s website today and see the complete line!
Galco International, LTD is the designer and manufacturer of the Galco Gunleather brand, the premier American-made line of superb-quality holsters, belts and accessories. Encompassing law enforcement, military, defensive and sporting use, the Galco Gunleather brand utilizes leather, injection-molded plastic and Kydex® to meet the demands of today’s consumers. The award-winning Matrix™ line of holsters and accessories, women’s holster handbags, tactical slings and hunting accessories round out the line. All Galco products are proudly made in the USA since 1969.
Melville, NY (July 2019) – Twenty-three years after the debut of the original MONARCH riflescope, Nikon unveils an all-new line of long-range optics designed specifically for discerning sportsmen and women. For 2019 and beyond, MONARCH M5 becomes the new patriarch of the Nikon riflescope family.
Engineered from the inside out to check all the boxes on the long-range riflescope wish list, MONARCH M5 illustrates Nikon’s Optics First principle as it pertains to the development of its optics. The highly efficient, 4x zoom optical system in the MONARCH M5 was created with the explicit goal of delivering a brighter, sharper, higher contrast sight picture for the times it’s vitally needed—just as the first hint of light appears, or the last vestiges disappear into the darkness.
The MONARCH M5’s rugged and robust 30mm aircraft-grade aluminum main body tube not only protects the riflescope’s optical system—but also increases its internal adjustment range. (Beginning in 2019, all Nikon riflescopes bearing the MONARCH name will utilize the 30mm tube platform.)
Reticle choices for the MONARCH M5 line have expanded to include Nikon’s MK1-MOA hash mark reticle—meaning long-range dialers will be able to make use of the increased elevation adjustment travel. Nikon’s BDC and Nikoplex reticles are also available in models throughout the line and can each be optimized with Nikon’s Spot On Ballistic Match Technology.
MONARCH M5 riflescopes feature ¼ MOA turrets with crisp movements that track precisely and consistently—the spring-loaded, instant zero-reset adjustments make zeroing and field adjustments simple. These spring-loaded windage and elevation turrets can be instantly reset to “zero” after sighting-in for easy reference and in-the-field adjustment.
Low profile turret caps, side-focus parallax adjustment, zoom ring and quick-focus eyepiece are ergonomically shaped from aluminum to enhance the MONARCH M5’s sleek, modern silhouette. The quick-focus eyepiece helps users customize the reticle focus to their personal preference, while the side-focus parallax adjustment secures precise focusing under various conditions, minimizing parallax at infinite distances.
The complete MONARCH M5 line is finished in durable matte black anodizing. As with all Nikon riflescopes, the MONARCH M5 is waterproof, fogproof and shockproof.
Nikon Inc. is the U.S. distributor of Nikon sports and recreational optics, world-renowned Nikon 35mm cameras, digital cameras, speedlights and accessories, Nikkor lenses and electronic imaging products.
For more information on Nikon’s full line of Riflescopes, Reflex/Red Dot Sights, Binoculars, Rangefinder Binocular, Fieldscopes, and Laser Rangefinders, please contact: Nikon Sport Optics, 1300 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville, NY 11747-3064, or call 1-800-645-6687. www.NikonSportOptics.com
For more information contact:
info@amsuppressor.com
“SIG SAUER is excited to join with dozens of industry manufacturers to support NSSF and all of their safety, shooting, and hunting initiatives during National Shooting Sports Month in their efforts to grow the shooting sports as the advocate for our industry,” began Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER,Inc.
The SIG SAUER Shooting Sports Gear Box includes an M400 TREAD Rifle with accessories package, P320 Compact RX, SIG AIR P320-M17 ASP, and SIG SAUER Electro-Optics BDX Combo Kit, SIG SAUER Gear, ammunition, and SIG SAUER Gear. To enter for a chance to win the SIG SAUER Gear Box visit letsgoshooting.org.
For the month of August the SIG SAUER Web Store is offering a promotion to all registered sigsauer.com customers. Starting August 1st through August 31st registered sigsauer.com customers may utilize a one-time coupon code (NSSF2019) for 15% off non-sale items, storewide. For additional details on National Shooting Sports Month Web Store promotion, and how to participate visit sigsauer.com/promotions.
Additionally, SIG SAUER is participating in the National Shooting Sports Foundation +One Movement that promotes America’s recreational shooters encouraging new people to join the shooting sports through SIG SAUER sponsored SIG Days events across the country. For a comprehensive listing of the +One Movement events throughout National Shooting Sports Month, including SIG SAUER events, visit letsgoshooting,org.
“The mission of NSSF is to promote, protect, and preserve hunting and the shooting sports. Active participation across the industry in National Shooting Sports Month, and all of the important NSSF initiatives, is essential to ensuring that this mission is met for generations to come, and SIG SAUER is proud to be a leader in these efforts,” concluded Taylor.
About SIG SAUER, Inc.
SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, and training. For over 100 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, 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 elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy – a world class, state-of-the-art, 140-acre training facility. SIG SAUER is headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, and has more than 1,700 employees across eight locations, and is the largest member of a worldwide business group that includes SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG in Germany. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.
FIREARMS • AMMUNITION • ELECTRO-OPTICS • SUPPRESSORS • AIRGUNS • TRAINING
AirMap Partners with Tread Lightly! and U.S. Forest Service to Address Safe and Compliant Wilderness Drone Use
Drones aren’t just for cities and suburbs. They are becoming powerful tools for wildlife research and conservation, especially in previously inaccessible habitats where nature and wildlife abound. Unfortunately, if not flown responsibly by authorized personnel, drones can be a disturbance to wildlife, causing acute or chronic stress to an animal’s health and wellbeing.
AirMap has partnered with the United States Forest Service (USFS) and Tread Lightly!, the national nonprofit for the promotion of responsible recreation, to educate drone users about designated fly zones over public lands as part of Tread Lightly!’s “Respected Access is Open Access—Drones” campaign.
Drone operators can use the AirMap for Drones application for iOS, Android, and Web to find designated fly zones as well as areas where drone use is restricted. By being aware of these designated fly and no-fly zones, drone operators can stop the impact of drones to wildlife before they even start.
PEORIA, Ariz. – Apex Tactical Specialties is pleased to announce the introduction of its replacement striker for the striker-fired model pistols from FN. Machined from a billet of stainless steel and heat treated for enhanced durability, the Apex Heavy Duty Striker works in all current models of the FN 509, as well as the FNS and FNS Compact pistols. It is available now for pre-order with orders scheduled to begin shipping on Tuesday, August 6.
The new Apex Heavy Duty Striker is easy to install, utilizing the following components of the factory striker assembly: striker spring stop, striker spring stop pin, striker return spring and striker spring guide.
Features and Specifications:
– Direct drop-in replacement of the factory striker
– Fits the FN 509 (all current models), FNS and FNS Compact
– Apex Part #: 119-185
– MSRP: $49.95
For more information on parts from Apex Tactical Specialties, visit www.ApexTactical.com,
TAMPA, FL, July 30, 2019 – Meopta USA Sport Optics is pleased to announce its Optika HD binocular line is now shipping. Available in 8×42 and 10×42, these lightweight, rugged, magnesium-alloy binoculars are encased in a newly designed shock-proof, rubber-armored exterior for a modern look and feel. The advanced HD lenses, combined with phase-correction and dielectric coatings, deliver incredible brightness, superior color fidelity, edge-to-edge sharpness and increased contrast, allowing hunters to see better in low light.
Optika HD binoculars feature Meopta’s MeoShield anti-abrasion lens coatings and MeoDrop hydrophobic lens coatings which repel rain, dust, and grease from lens surfaces.
The twist-up eyecups on the Optika HD binoculars are metal with a soft rubber exterior, making them extremely durable and comfortable while eliminating the risk of breakage in the field. They are also designed for easy removal and cleaning since eyecups often collect dirt and debris in the field. Like all Meopta binoculars, the Optika HD series is nitrogen purged and fully sealed for fogproof and waterproof performance in the most demanding conditions.
As a special launch promotion, consumers will receive an instant $50 rebate on the purchase of these binoculars through December 31, 2019 bringing their cost to under $300. In 2020, retail pricing will be $339.95 for the Optika HD 8×42 and $349.95 for the 10×42 model.
Optika HD Binocular Specifications:
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Model: |
8×42 |
10×42 |
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Magnification: |
8x |
10x |
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Objective Lens (mm): |
42mm |
42mm |
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Field of View (ft/1000 yds): |
393 ft. |
315 ft. |
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Close Focus (ft): |
8.2 ft. |
9.8 ft. |
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Twilight Factor: |
18.3 |
20.5 |
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Interpupillary Distance (in): |
2.2 in. – 2.9 in. |
2.2 in. – 2.9 in. |
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Diopter System: |
Right diopter ring |
Right diopter ring |
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Dioptric Correction (D): |
± 4 |
± 4 |
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Height (in): |
5.43 in. |
5.43 in. |
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Width (in): |
5.00 in. |
5.00 in. |
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Depth (in): |
2.17 in. |
2.17 in. |
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Weight (oz): |
22.9 oz |
22.9 oz |
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Lens/Prism Coatings: |
Fully multi-coated |
Fully multi-coated |
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Phase correction |
Phase correction |
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Dielectric |
Dielectric |
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Hyrdophobic Coating: |
yes |
yes |
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Anti-scratch Coating: |
yes |
yes |
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Waterproof: |
yes |
yes |
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Nitrogen Purged: |
yes |
yes |
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Fogproof: |
yes |
yes |
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Shockproof: |
yes |
yes |
About Meopta
Meopta has been producing high-end European optics for over 85 years. Meopta is a leading manufacturer & partner to many of the world’s finest optical brands. Meopta conceives, develops and manufactures precision optical and electro/optical systems for semiconductor, medical, aerospace and military industries as well as for consumer markets.
For more information regarding Meopta, please visit www.meoptasportsoptics.com.
1) Announcing the most generous trade-in program in the world (if you already own a MantisX). It’s the best way to get the best tech there is.
2) We’re hiring! Get on board.
3) The RecoilMeter of the X10 unleashes powerful data. Active Self Protection’s John Correia shows how you need to adjust your grip to maximize recoil control – and it’s probably different than what you’d expect.
4) We’re at The Grand American World Trapshooting Championships showing off the shotgun app. If you’re nearby, stop by and demo the goodness!
Learn more about all the new models here.
We’re just getting started.
Train on,
Team Mantis
https://mantisx.com/
Pistol Auctioned to Help Celebrate Independent Czechoslovakia’s 100th Anniversary
Kansas City, KS (July 29, 2019) – To honor Independent Czechoslovakia’s 100th Anniversary, Česká zbrojovka, the parent company of CZ-USA, made and donated a special edition CZ 75 B pistol to a charitable auction held in May 2019. The CZ 75 Republika was one of many items auctioned off at the Zofín Palace in Prague, Czechoslovakia.
The high bid for the pistol exceeded 500,000 Czech crowns or approximately $41,500 US. All proceeds from the pistol auction were donated to charities representing Czech soldiers, police, and firemen.
“The results of this auction exceeded all our expectations,” said President of the CZ Group SE holding, Ing. Lubomír Kovařík, MBA. “The proceeds will be divided between the Military Solidarity Fund and the Police and Fire Service Foundation. We are very happy to lend our support to those people who serve the citizens of Czechoslovakia so very well and so tirelessly.”
The special CZ 75 Republika was the first of the limited edition of one hundred, which made it even more valuable. The owner of Prague’s Gallery Kodl, PhDr. Martin Kodl, organized the charity auction.
Based on an all-steel CZ-75B SA/DA, the CZ 75 Republika’s frame and slide were first blued and then polished to a high gloss. Next, the frame and slide outlines were inlaid with 24-carat gold. Inside the gold outline, craftsmen engraved a linden branch, an important national symbol in Czechoslovakia.
The CZ 75 Republika’s magazine release, hammer, trigger, and safety were also plated in 24-carat gold, as well as the extractor and the grip panel screws. On the right side of the frame, a small coat of arms used by the Czech Republic between 1920 and 1928 was engraved and inlaid with gold.
The left side of the pistol’s frame featured the inscription Pravda Vitezi or “truth prevails,” a saying present on the Czech presidential standard, and the two-line text (in Czech), “Made in the Czech Republic in the edition of 100 models.”
Originally designed in 1975, the CZ 75 B is among the world’s most iconic handguns. With over 1 million models produced, the CZ 75 is also the flagship model of the CZ handgun line. In fact, an entire family of pistols is available based on the basic CZ 75 design: compacts, decockers, single action only, ambidextrous, alloy frames and competition pistols.
The CZ 75 B features a steel frame, a black polycoat finish, 3 dot sights, 16+1 9mm capacity and, of course, the ergonomics and DA/SA action that have made it the most copied handgun design second only to the 1911.
Since 1997, CZ-USA has given American shooters and hunters the best firearms the Czech Republic has to offer. In 2019, we completed yet another milestone by producing CZ firearms here in the United States at CZ-USA’s Kansas City, Kansas, facility. With our ever-increasing production capabilities stateside, CZ-USA will continue to improve, innovate, and add to the CZ-USA line-up of high-quality, affordable handguns, rifles, shotguns, and suppressors, plus custom-quality handguns from Dan Wesson.
For more information, please visit WWW.CZ-USA.COM.
CLEVELAND, OHIO (July 29, 2019) Airgun industry innovator Air Venturi is now shipping the latest product of its collaboration with renowned firearms producer Springfield Armory®: a .177-cal., CO2-powered BB-gun version of the iconic WWII-era M1 Carbine Rifle.
The Springfield Armory® M1 Carbine air rifle, available exclusively through Air Venturi and its authorized retailers, is a faithful BB-firing replica of the iconic firearm that saw service with U.S. troops and allies in World War II through the Vietnam War and beyond. It’s a semi-automatic carbine that features a realistic blowback action. Every time the trigger is pulled, the rifle discharges the BB in the chamber, the bolt slides back and the next round is seated in the breech, ready to go – just like the original.
The M1 Carbine CO2 BB replica is powered by a single 12-gram CO2 cartridge and gets about 40 good shots from a full one. It features a full-metal, 15-round drop-free magazine, which also houses the CO2 power plant. It even weighs about as much as the .30-caliber version – just over 5 ½ pounds – and achieves muzzle velocities of up to 425 feet per second using steel BBs. It incorporates a metal upper receiver into a synthetic, wood-look stock, with a genuine wood-stock upgrade available.
Fans of historically significant firearms that want to bring that flavor into their airgun arsenal, or even own the original firearm and want an affordable replica for at-home target practice, this is the airgun they’ve been waiting for.
For additional information on the full Springfield Armory® replica line from Air Venturi, contact Air Venturi Marketing Manager, Kristen Coss by email:kristen.coss@airventuri.com, or phone: 216-292-2570 ext. 253. Springfield Armory® Contact: Licensing Manager, Bob Collins by email: bobc@springfield-armory.com or phone 309-714-9888.
For up-to-date news and information from Air Venturi, sign up for email updates by emailing dealers@airventuri.com and letting them know you would like to receive exclusive, members only information.
About Air Venturi
Air Venturi is manufacturer and exclusive importer for international airgun, ammo and accessory manufacturers such as: Air Arms, Beeman, Evanix, Feinwerkbau, Haendler & Natermann, Hellraiser, Kral Arms, Mantis, Seneca, Springfield Armory and Western Justice. We also carry a full line of airgun products from leading manufacturers including: AirForce, Anschutz, Ataman, Benjamin, Beretta, Browning, BSA, Colt, Crosman, Daisy, Diana, Gamo, Hawke, Smith & Wesson, Tanfoglio, Umarex, Walther, Webley, Weihrauch, Winchester and many more. For more information, visit us atairventuri.com.
About Springfield Armory®
In 1794, the original Springfield Armory was designated as our national armory by General George Washington, and began manufacturing muskets for the defense of our young, free Republic. This monumental institution went on to serve as a think tank for developing innovative firearms concepts and producing some of the most storied rifle platforms in our country’s history. The Armory functioned as a firearms supplier for every major American conflict until 1968 when the government sadly closed its doors. In 1974, two centuries after its inception, Springfield Armory Inc. in Geneseo, IL revived the iconic heritage of the Armory to carry on its legacy and restore the Springfield Armory name.
Springfield Armory Inc. engineers, manufactures and assembles their legendary M1A™, 1911 and SAINT® AR-15 lines of firearms in Geneseo, Illinois. Since 2001, Springfield Armory has enjoyed a strategic, collaborative partnership with the state-of-the-art factory in Croatia working hand-in-hand to develop and engineer the multiple award-winning line of XD® polymer pistols that have become staples in the US marketplace. We strive to honor this responsibility as guardians of the original Springfield Armory legacy by manufacturing the highest quality firearms to enable responsible citizens to preserve their right to keep and bear arms in the defense of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
With an unmatched emphasis on craftsmanship, performance and exceptional customer service, our mission is to forge superior firearms and provide the tools necessary to defend individual freedoms and equality for those who embrace the rights and principles secured by our Founding Fathers. For more information, please visit us at: springfield-armory.com.
LEWISTON, Idaho – July 29, 2019 – Speer’s new Impact component bullets let you take your hunts and handloads farther than you ever thought possible. Shipments of Speer Impact component bullets have been delivered to dealers.
The new Speer Impact bullet, available in three great calibers, blends tough, molecularly bonded construction with a high ballistic coefficient. Its groundbreaking Slipstream polymer tip provides a perfect aerodynamic meplat, and its hollow core initiates expansion at velocities 200 fps lower than comparable designs. The combination results in deep penetration at mid-range, as well as extreme accuracy and consistent low-velocity expansion at long distances.
Features & Benefits
• Molecularly fused jacket maximizes weight retention and improves accuracy
• Slipstream polymer tip increases downrange energy and initiates low-velocity expansion
• High ballistic coefficients for flatter trajectories and better long-range performance
• Close-range penetration and long-distance expansion
• Competitively priced
Part No. / Description / MSRP
TB264H1 / 264 cal. 140 grain 50-count / $25.95
TB308H1 / 308 cal. 172 grain 50-count / $26.95
TB308H2 / 308 cal. 190 grain 50-count / $26.95
For more information on Speer, go to http://www.speer-ammo.com.
EAST ALTON, Ill. (July 29, 2019)— August is National Shooting Sports Month®, a time to celebrate recreational sport shooting and encourage others to visit a shooting range—and shoot. Now, more than ever before, people all over the United States, more than 50 million in fact, participate in some form of target shooting each year. Their motivation? To spend time with family and friends, to enjoy sport and recreation.
Winchester, a leader in the shooting sports industry for more than 150 years, is supporting National Shooting Sports Month with special events and promotions at its shooting ranges in East Alton, Ill., and at the all-new McIvor Shooting Facility in Sardis, Miss. For more information, visit winchestergunrange.com.
In addition, follow along on Facebook @WinchesterOfficial and Instagram @winchesterammunition as Team Winchester competes and shoots for fun throughout August.
“National Shooting Sports Month is a great opportunity to take someone new to a shooting range and introduce them to the fun and recreation of the shooting sports,” said Matt Campbell, vice president of sales and marketing for Winchester Ammunition.
About National Shooting Sports Month
Millions of Americans participate in recreational shooting each year, a pastime that can provide a lifetime of enjoyment. National Shooting Sports Month celebrates the passion we all have for target shooting and is a reminder to share that experience with family and friends.
Many events will be hosted by ranges and organizations across the country, and you can search for an event in your area by visitingwww.shootingsportsmonth.org/events or, LetsGoShooting.org.
About Winchester Ammunition and Support of the Shooting Sports
A world leader in delivering innovative products, Winchester is The American Legend, a brand built on integrity, hard work and a deep focus on its loyal customers. For decades, Winchester has supported the Shooting Sports in many forms including but not limited to:
In addition, Winchester supports shooting sports events held by organizations such as:
Learn more about the history of Winchester by visiting Winchester.com Winchester Ammunition is a proud supporter of the NSSF’s Project ChildSafe®. For more information on the Own It? Respect It. Secure It.SM Initiative, please visit ProjectChildSafe.org.
