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Apex Back As Major Sponsor Of Smith & Wesson IDPA Indoor Nationals
Apex Tactical Specialties announced it will be one of the major sponsors of the 2016 Smith & Wesson IDPA Indoor Nationals. This is the fourth year in a row Apex has supported the event.
SSSF Releases Scholastic Action Shooting Program DVD
The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation announced the release of a brand new DVD on the Scholastic Action Shooting Program. The nearly two-hour educational video is geared toward coaches, parents and athletes interested in getting started in the Scholastic Action Shooting Program.
Front Line's Quad Holster
One of the most versatile holster systems offered by Front Line is the Quad holster. It can be worn IWB, OWB, left side and right.
Daniel Defense Recognizes Brownells, Again
For the second consecutive year, Brownells has received Daniel Defense's 2015 Platinum Dealer of the Year.
Streamlight Introduces Super Siege Rechargeable LED Lantern
Streamlight Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting, introduced the Super Siege, a brilliant 1,100 lumen rechargeable light that is one of the brightest LED lanterns available today. The new model is ideal for large-scale scene lighting required by industrial users, first responders and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
Surge In Gun Sales, CCW Shows Public Relies On 2nd Amendment
Two months after the terrorist attack in San Bernardino, while President Barack Obama launched a new gun control push, reports from across the country about surging gun sales and carry permit applications is proof that the public is increasingly relying on the Second Amendment to keep them safe, the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms said.
CMP Scholarships for 2016-2017
The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is proud to again award exemplary student-athletes in their future endeavors through its annual scholarship program for the 2016-2017 school year. The CMP offers $1,000 one-year scholarships based on merit and rifle or pistol marksmanship participation to current high school seniors.
Industry Day at the Range 2016 has Another Record Breaking Day
SHOT Show Industry Day at the Range wrapped up on Monday, January 18 with the highest attendance record of over 1,600 media and buyers. Even though the range has been called cold, the over 170 exhibiting manufactures continued to receive coverage throughout SHOT Show and will continue to receive additional exposure throughout the year.
TxAT/Aguila Ammunition Announces Growth
Texas Armament & Technology/Aguila Ammunition is growing. In addition to existing distribution partnerships that TxAT/Aguila Ammunition USA has built along the central and northeast regions, six more have recently been added.
Shooting Industry's February Issue Profiles Self-Defense Accessories Market
The growth of the self-defense market over the past decade has been well documented by dealers and manufacturers alike — evidenced by hundreds of new products debuting at SHOT Show 2016 in this category. Shooting Industry's February issue provides insight on sales "beyond the gun" for customers buying self-defense accessories.
Hogue Inc Announces the G10 15 Degree Vertical Grip for AR15 / M16
Hogue Inc. announced the newest tactical advantage for AR15 and M16 shooters. Crafted to be light weight and engineered to be comfortable and convenient, the Hogue AR15 / M16 15 degree vertical grip is a new choice for AR rifles.
AAR Announces New On Air Regular Contributor
Beginning this weekend Sunday Feb. 7th, 2016 Breitbart News' award winning journalist AWR Hawkins joins nationally syndicated Armed American Radio host Mark Walters as regular weekly contributor and official on-air political analyst. Hawkins will be heard each week on the national radio broadcast during the program's second hour between 9-10p ET, 6-7pm PT.
GUN DISTRICT.COM Membership Skyrockets
Legally Armed America Inc. has posted an article, Facebook bans First Amendment in attack on the Second, in response to last Thursday's New York Times story; Facebook Moves to Ban Private Gun Sales on Its Site and Instagram. With membership growing at a steady pace, companies and groups on Facebook are encouraged to invite their followers to join them on Gun District.
Frankford Arsenal Releases Perfect Seat Hand Primer
The new Frankford Arsenal® Perfect Seat Hand Primer was specifically engineered to avoid "over seating" and when used properly eliminates the potential of crushing a primer.
Breakthrough Clean Technologies Partners with Outdoor Outfitters Group
Breakthrough Clean Technologies announced the signing of Outdoor Outfitters Group as their Mid-Western region rep group. Outdoor Outfitters will be representing the Breakthrough Clean brand along with their revolutionary line of cleaning products throughout 12 states in the heart of the U.S.
Crimson Trace Recognizes Industry Partners
Crimson Trace took the time to recognize several key partners in the company's growing success during the recent Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. These included Cabela's, Smith & Wesson and others.
Beretta Defense Technologies Launches New Website
Beretta Defense Technologies, the strategic alliance of four manufacturers under Beretta Holding: Beretta, Benelli, Sako and Steiner, has recently launched a new comprehensive website. The new website showcases all BDT defense offerings and capabilities providing a more clear view of the individual products, weapons systems and the latest innovations offered by BDT.
Comp-Tac's Q Line Sensational Sales Debut at SHOT Show 2016
Comp-Tac Victory Gear's, newest addition to their concealed carry and competition holster offerings, the Q Line, made the most successful sales debut in company history at the 2016 SHOT Show.
USCCA at the Great American Outdoor Show
During the upcoming NRA sponsored Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, the U.S. Concealed Carry Association will be giving away a free gun each day of the show. Attendees need only stop by USCCA booth #615 to receive a free USCCA t-shirt and wear it during the show to be eligible to win.
Sign Up Now to Become a GSM Master Instructor in 2016
Dates have been released for the 2016 GSM Master Instructor Courses. Experienced rifle marksmanship instructors and shooters who would like to receive advanced training to bring even more opportunities to his or her home shooting club is strongly encouraged to become a Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Master Instructor through one of the many courses offered each year.