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Remembering Mike Dillon
On Tuesday afternoon, the Dillon Precision website added a page entitled "Remembering Mike Dillon" in which they announced the passing of the founder of Dillon Precision and Dillon Aero. From the first Dillon reloader, the RL-1000, Dillon Precision went on to radically alter the ammunition reloading industry.
CrossBreed SuperTuck Favorite Holster Promotion
Over the past month, CrossBreed has let America vote for their favorite holster, and the time has come to announce the winner. The winner was the SuperTuck -- so now through November 16, 2016 CrossBreed is offering a 15% savings off all SuperTuck holsters.
Gerber Names Tom Diefenderfer VP of Sales
Gerber announced that it has promoted Tom Diefenderfer to VP of Sales, Americas. Tom will oversee the Gerber sales organization in the Americas, including internal directors, managers, coordinators, the customer service team, as well as Gerber's external sales partners.
American Handgunner Jan/Feb 2017
In the cover story for American Handgunner's first issue of 2017, "Les Baer's Black Baer 9mm & Boss .45," Editor Roy Huntington did some extensive range tests on the two Baers. Additionally, another American Handgunner exclusive covers "The SIG MPX 9mm Pistol: A New Class Of Handgun."
Pachmayr ALS Revolver Grip
Lyman and Pachmayr brought back - and improved - the American Legend Grips for Smith & Wesson "J", "K&L" and "N" Frame Round Butt revolvers. The grips have improved contours to evenly distribute and disperse recoil, and tighter manufacturing tolerances for superior frame-to-grip fit.
Taurus Newest Sponsor of NSSF/HAVA Golf Classic at SHOT Show
The National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®), the trade association for the firearms industry, is pleased to announce that Taurushas agreed to sponsor the 3rd Annual NSSF/HAVA Golf Classic at the Bronze level.
2016 Industry Awards & Donations Announced by NASGW
As they kick off their annual meetings, the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) has announced the top optics, accessory, ammunition and firearms manufacturers who best demonstrate a commitment to the two-step distribution process, and who provide outstanding value and service.
Nosler® Introduces Their Most Powerful Cartridge Yet – The 33 Nosler®
Nosler, Inc. introduces the patriarch of the Nosler® cartridge family – the 33 Nosler®. The "33" shares the same parent case (404 Jeffery) as the rest of the family but fires .338 caliber bullets which are generally known for being tough on big game as well as having high Ballistic Coefficients and Sectional Densities for excellent interior, exterior and terminal ballistics.
Hornady Announces New Products for 2017
Hornady® Manufacturing, an industry leader in bullet and ammunition technology, is proud to announce a comprehensive lineup of new and technologically advanced products for 2017.
Sightmark 3000 Lumen Spotlight Lights the Way
Sightmark's SS3000 Tactical Spotlight (SM73011) goes to work when most people turn-in for the night. Whether your goal is to locate an objective or blind and disorient the bad guys, 3000 lumens of white light packed into the SS3000's compact body does the job exceedingly well.
Mossberg Selects Copper Basin for Shotgun Gear and Accessory Line
Copper Basin, manufacturers of innovative, lightweight bags and packs for hunting, hiking and discrete firearm storage,has partnered with Mossberg to produce a licensed outdoor product line through Mossberg Gear that includes innovative shotgun slings, shotgun shell carriers, gloves and accessories.
G2 Industries Introduces .45 ACP Civic Duty Round
The new G2 Research Civic Duty .45 ACP + P round features large copper petals that open like airplane propellers causing a large wound channel in addition to the inherent stopping power of the round.
Guncrafter American Now in 9mm!
Guncrafter Industries adds the 9mm chambering to its hand crafted 1911 American pistol in both Stainless and Melonite finishes.
NEMO Arms Relocates to Idaho
NEMO Arms, creators of the first viable semi-automatic .300 Win Mag, AR patterned rifle, has relocated to Nampa, Idaho. The move comes in an effort to expand operations and manufacturing to better serve the needs of customers in this expanding market.
Liberty Ammunition Offers Halloween Sale
Liberty Ammunition is offering 20 percent off all ammunition storewide from today (October 27) through October 31, 2016. Orders of $100 or more receive a free gift.
Leupold named Optics Manufacturer of the Year by NASGW
Leupold & Stevens, Inc. has once again been recognized as the Optics Manufacturer of the Year by the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) at the body's annual meeting in Kansas City, Missouri.
Vertx® Announces 5 Days of Thanks Campaign
Vertx®, a leader in low-profile apparel and gear for the prepared professional, announces its 5 Days of Thanks campaign. The campaign is Vertx's way of saying thank you to all of their customers and paying it back to groups that support veterans, law enforcement or other organizations that protect our way of life and liberty.
Magnum Research Congratulates Pro Shooter John Nagel
Last fall, John Nagel was introduced as the Pro Shooter representing Magnum Research at shooting events across the U.S. Now, Magnum Research is proud to announce that Nagel has earned high honors among the shooting community.
Honor Defense Partners with Outdoor Marketing Group
Honor Defense is proud to announce a partnership with Outdoor Marketing Group for sales representation. Outdoor Marketing Group will be responsible for selling Honor Defense in the southeast.
GunVault Launches new ARVault at NASGW
GunVault launched their new ARVault, a compact safe specific for AR rifles, at the 2016 National Sporting Good Wholesalers (NASGW) annual Expo in Kansas City. GunVault is also taking pre-orders for this new ARVault at booth # 56 during the expo.