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Wilson Combat Announces New Protector Models
The 2015 Protector is based on the Wilson Combat steel or lightweight, light-rail frame in Full-size, Professional or Compact trim. It was designed as a next generation all-around, carry 1911 pistol with modern styling and performance enhancements.
Special Harrison Design/Elite Warrior Armament Pistol Raffle Continued
John Harrison of Harrison Design announced that the Guns For A Cause firearm raffle benefitting Dave Berryhill is continuing. Dave lost his fight with cancer May 10. His family is still facing medical and his final expenses. The grand prize for this raffle is a one of a kind pistol, which is a collaborative effort between Chuck Warner of Elite Warrior Armament (EWA) and John Harrison of Harrison Design.
MGM Targets, PNTC Announce Affiliation
MGM Targets has finalized an agreement with Peacemaker National Training Center, LLC (PNTC), a leading firearms training facility located in West Virginia. The agreement will bring an extensive selection and variety of steel targets for virtually all manner of firearms training and competition.
TRU-SPEC Adds Brousseau to Shooting Team Roster
TRU-SPEC has announced the names of their 2015-2016 roster of Sponsored Award Winning Competitive shooters, with the addition of Matthew Brousseau, a competitor amongst the PRS circuit.
What Does The USCCA Do?
The current episode of "Into the Fray" covers the mission of the USCCA. More than just producing a magazine, they provide education, training and self-defense insurance for responsibly armed Americans.
SportEAR Changes the Hearing Protection Game
SportEAR has taken hearing protection innovation to the next level with their new Custom Edge™ product line with all new, 100% Lynx Digital circuitry and the world's first waterproof in-ear sport hearing devices for unrivaled performance and reliability.
Team Hornady's Koenig Adds Another Cup to Collection
Team Hornady® member Doug Koenig has added another trophy to his collection, winning High Overall and High Open at the 2015 MidwayUSA & NRA Bianchi Cup in Columbia, Missouri. This is his 16th Bianchi Cup victory.
Springfield Armory Releases Flat Dark Earth Color Tone for M1A and XD-S
Springfield Armory® is introducing a Flat Dark Earth (FDE) color tone variant across popular categories starting with the flagship M1A™ Loaded Precision Adjustable Stock (PAS) Rifle and the XD-S® 3.3" pistol in 9mm and .45acp calibers.
Ruger Announces California Compliant LC380 Pistol, Conversion Kit
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is proud to announce the reintroduction of the Ruger® LC380® pistol to California. The new LC380CA reflects the unmodified pistol as originally approved by California in 2013.
Comp-Tac Introduces New Infidel Max Cant-Adjustable IWB Holster
Comp-Tac Victory Gear, a leader in developing everyday carry holsters, has created a new Inside the Waistband cant adjustable holster: the Infidel Max.
Earn Cash Back or Free Steel Rings with Burris XTR II Riflescope Purchase
Burris® is introducing a new summer rebate promotion that gives the buyer two great options for redemption. For a limited time, buy any high magnification XTR II™ riflescope and choose between a $100 cash rebate or a free pair of 34mm steel XTR rings ($150 value).
Safariland Congratulates Team Member Doug Koenig on Sixteenth Bianchi Title
Safariland® congratulates team member Doug Koenig for his win at the NRA Bianchi Cup Action Pistol Championships – his sixteenth win at this event.
Sako's Lightest Rifle
Beretta authorized dealers, Beretta Galleries and major firearm retailers are stocked with the newest and lightest model from the Sako 85 family, the Sako 85 Carbonlight. It is built using the same carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) technology used in constructing new sports cars and aircraft.
Invincible Arms Acquires Black Forge Weapons
Invincible Arms, LLC announced that it has recently acquired the assets of Black Forge LLC and has completed relocating those assets to Willoughby, OH to operate along with its parent company. As part of the acquisition, Invincible Arms has taken possession of all Black Forge Weapons' raw and finished goods inventory, along with ownership and control of all intellectual property.
Doug Koenig Wins 2015 MidwayUSA & NRA Bianchi Cup
Doug Koenig of Hamburg, Pennsylvania, has secured his 16th NRA Action Pistol title with a perfect score of 1920-180x at the 37th MidwayUSA & NRA Bianchi Cup.
Davidson's Challenges all Ruger Distributors
Piggybacking on Ruger's recent announcement regarding its "2 Million Gun Challenge", Davidson's, Ruger's largest distributor, is now donating an additional $1 to the NRA Institute for Legislative Action (NRA-ILA) for every Ruger it sells. Additionally, Davidson's is issuing a challenge of its own to all other Ruger distributors.
Statement from Lancer on L5AWM Follower Compatibility
Lancer was recently made aware of a possible L5AWM follower compatibility. The non-conforming followers, which were manufactured below the allowable limit of tolerance, could fail to lock the bolt back after the last round has been fired in a small percentage of rifle platforms. If you purchased a L5AWM magazine with a follower date code of March 2015 (3/15), Lancer will send you a replacement follower free of charge.
Knife Owners Protection Act Moves in the Senate
The American Knife & Tool Institute -supported bill to ensure federal protection for lawful knife owners traveling between states has cleared another hurdle as the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee unanimously passed the commonsense Knife Owners Protection Act (KOPA) with broad support. The bipartisan legislation addresses the current patchwork of state and local knife laws, which have increasingly presented problems to lawful knife owners.
NRA Foundation Announces Mid-Coast Friends of NRA as 2014 Committee of the Year
The National Rifle Association is pleased to announce Mid-Coast Friends of NRA in Victoria, Texas, as its 2014 Committee of the Year. Founded in 1994, Mid-Coast became the first committee in the history of Friends of NRA to raise more than $300,000 at a single event during its 2014 banquet last summer.
SAF Submits Brief in NC Gun Range Case
The North Carolina Supreme Court accepted an amicus brief from the Second Amendment Foundation in a case that challenges the ability of a county ordinance to completely prohibit the construction and operation of shooting ranges, thus preventing the exercise of protected Second Amendment activities inside the county.