ANOKA, Minnesota – April 11, 2019 –From the No. 1 Brand in Handgun Ammunition, Federal is proud to introduce new Syntech Defense. These loads produce dynamic terminal performance with a hollow-point bullet that separates into three segments and a deep-penetrating core on impact. Shipments of Syntech Defense ammunition have been delivered to dealers. The original [Read more…]
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Nancy Tomkins Dominates Arizona Competitions with Lapua Ammunition
Phoenix, AZ – Team Lapua member, Nancy Tompkins brought home regional titles at the Diamondback Metric Regional and Western Wildcat .22 rimfire small-bore matches this past month. The Diamondback was held March 16-17th at the Ben Avery Shooting Complex where shooters fought challenging winds at 50 and 100 meters. Tompkins won with a Grand Aggregate [Read more…]
Applied Ballistics Weapons Division EnABELR Cartridges
Cedar Springs, MI – New for 2019, Applied Ballistics Weapons Division (ABWD) is proud to announce the release of the new EnABELR (Engineered by Applied Ballistics for Extreme Long Range) cartridge. The EnABELR is a medium capacity, magazine feedable cartridge available in both .375 and .338 caliber. The .375 caliber version of the EnABELR has [Read more…]
Federal Adds 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 Grendel to Premium Unprimed Brass Lineup
ANOKA, Minnesota – April 10, 2019 – Federal has expanded its line of Premium unprimed brass to include 6.5 Creedmoor and 6.5 Grendel cases. Shipments have been delivered to dealers. Federal been producing the industry’s finest brass since the early 1950s, when the first centerfire rounds rolled off its machines. The tradition continues today with the [Read more…]
Rossi Revolver Lawsuit Settlement
Rossi Revolver Lawsuit Settlement Warning: Some Rossi Revolvers May Fire When Dropped Owners of .38 Special and .357 Magnum Rossi revolvers can receive benefits from a settlement of a class action. The Settlement offers an Enhanced Warranty, inspections, repairs, and payments to eligible claimants. MIAMI — A settlement has been reached in a class action [Read more…]
Ruger Introduces New Security-9 Compact Pistol
April 9, 2019 – Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) is proud to introduce a new, compact version of the popular Security-9® pistol. Smaller, lighter and more concealable than its full-size counterpart, the Security-9 Compact is ideal for everyday carry with an overall length of 6.5” and weighing in at just under 22 ounces. The [Read more…]
GLOCK, Inc. Announces Legendary Spokesperson Chuck Norris
SMYRNA, GA—April 8, 2019—GLOCK, Inc., a leading innovator and global manufacturer of firearms, today announced its new spokesperson—legendary world champion martial artist, actor, producer, philanthropist and entrepreneur Chuck Norris. As a company driven by a commitment to perfection, relentless innovation and disciplined precision, GLOCK was seeking a spokesperson that exemplifies the same characteristics and principles. [Read more…]
Hornady® Receives Patents for RFID in Firearm Security Devices
April 5, 2019 Hornady® Receives Patents for RFID in Firearm Security Devices Grand Island, NE — Hornady® has been granted two utility patents related to the RFID technology used in their premium line of RAPiD® Safes. “The first patent (No. 9,530,266) established the use of RFID technology in a firearm storage device while the second patent (No. 10,233,687) strengthens [Read more…]
NSSF Applauds U.S. House of Representatives Introduction of Freedom Financing Act
APRIL 4, 2019 NSSF APPLAUDS U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES INTRODUCTION OF FREEDOM FINANCING ACT Legislation Protects Firearms Industry from Corporate Discrimination NEWTOWN, Conn. — The National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®), the firearms industry trade association, applauded the introduction of H.R. 2079, the Freedom Financing Act in the U.S. House of Representatives by Congressman Roger Williams (R-Texas). [Read more…]
SIG SAUER Introduces 30-06 Springfield Elite Match Ammunition
Published Date: 04/03/2019 SIG SAUER, Inc. adds to its Elite Match ammunition line with the addition of a 30-06 Springfield round. Featuring a 175gr Sierra MatchKing® bullet, the SIG SAUER 30-06 Win Open Tip Match (OTM) round has a muzzle velocity of 2,700 fps with a muzzle energy of 2,833 ft-lbs. “Our 30-06 Springfield Elite [Read more…]