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Consumers Recognize BLACKHAWK! as Best Tactical Holster Brand
Online retailer OpticsPlanet has awarded BLACKHAWK!, leading manufacturer of high-tech holsters and tactical accessories, Best Tactical Holster in its 2017 Brilliance Awards.
Apex Announces Flat-Faced Trigger for Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0
Apex Tactical Specialties announced the upcoming release on Monday, November 20 of their long awaited Flat-Faced Forward Set Trigger Kit for the M&P M2.0.
FPC Issues Statement Regarding Demands for More Gun Control
The Firearms Policy Coalition statement mourns the loss of lives in Texas, but goes on to say: "If gun control proponents were honest—and they are by no means honest—they would admit what they really want when they demand a dialogue: for freedom advocacy organizations like FPC, and our law-abiding supporters, to concede ground to them on their terms, and with no reciprocation, so that they may more easily red-line fundamental, individual constitutional rights they do not like. "
We've Got Creedmoor Covered | 6mm CM Available Now Wilson Combat Introduces 6mm CM Rifles
The 6mm Creedmoor is a flatter shooting .243 cartridge based on a necked-down 6.5 Creedmoor case. Already match-accurate and lighter recoiling, it's taking the long-range hunting and competition world by storm. Now, Wilson Combat is offering their Tactical Hunter in 6mm CM.
Safety Companies Join Together to Help With Hurricane Relief
Working with SafetyNetwork.me and Quest Safety Products, Inc., Memphis, Tennessee-based Radians recently shipped a full semi-trailer truckload of safety products to help with FEMA Task Force One Hurricane Relief.
Samson Manufacturing Announces New Lightweight Low-Profile Gas Block
Samson Manufacturing announces their new Lightweight Low-Profile Gas Block for AR-15's. The newest low-profile gas block is available for .625" and .750" diameter barrels.
SIG SAUER Seeking Candidates for Marketing, PR Slots
Newington, New Hampshire-based SIG SAUER is seeking qualified candidates for the positions of Digital Marketing Manager-Director and Public Relations Representative.
ICORE 2017 International Revolver Championship Results Announced
The International Confederation of Revolver Enthusiasts (ICORE) has announced the results of their twenty-sixth annual International Revolver Championships, concluded Sunday, November 5 at Universal Shooting Academy in Frostproof, Florida.
NO WIRES FRIDAY
There will be no wires distributed on Friday, November 10 in observance of the Veteran's Day holiday. Releases received after 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday will run Monday, November 13 when we resume our usual distribution schedule.
Emary Brings Career to Close at Hornady
Over his 24-year tenure with the company, Dave Emary's tinkering and envelope pushing helped accomplish some of the biggest breakthroughs at Hornady. For his groundbreaking work, Emary was honored as one of Outdoor Life's Top 25 for Innovation in 2007. Although retiring, he will continue working for Hornady as a consultant.
Rise Armament Names Director of Sales
RISE Armament, a manufacturer and supplier of AR components and firearms, recently named Chris Stratton as the company's Director of Sales.
SAF Condemns Anti-Gun Hypocrisy After NYC Carnage
With at least eight people dead and more injured in a truck attack in New York City, the Second Amendment Foundation has condemned the hypocrisy of anti-gunners for remaining silent because the suspect did not use a firearm to create mayhem.
SWAROVSKI OPTIK Celebrates With a Z3 Seasonal Savings Event
SWAROVSKI OPTIK NORTH AMERICA, a subsidiary of the Austrian-based company, is celebrating with a seasonal savings event. Through December 31, 2017, participating US and Canadian dealers are offering savings on Z3 riflescopes.
Buck Knives Adds to Custom Knife Options
Buck Knives is pleased to announce new options to their lineup of customizable knives. New blade options and a beautiful Metallic Forest ShokWood handle have been added to the list of custom options available.
Brownells Announces "Fake News - Real Deals" Promotion
Brownells has replaced its traditional month-long "Black Rifle Event" with a fun, satire-filled promotion the company is calling "Fake News. Real Deals."
Gunwerks Announces New GRB Rifle Action
Gunwerks announces the release of its GRB bolt rifle action. For the first time a core component of Gunwerks' proprietary engineering and design is available to the general public as a component action for custom rifle builds.
SureFire Awarded SOCOM Contract
SureFire, LLC is proud to announce Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane posted an award for a $10 million contract to SureFire for certain muzzle brakes and suppressors.
Viridian Releases "Just the FACTs" Episode 5
In the fifth episode of "Just the FACTs," Viridian sat down with Ruger Director of Product Management Mark Gurney to discuss life at Ruger, product management, silencers, the LCP II and other new products.
ASA Membership Drive Giveaway
All current and new members of the American Suppressor Association will be entered for a chance to win one of over twenty prizes. Prizes include suppressors, ammunition, accessories and more.
Barrett Fieldcraft Receives Guns & Ammo Award
Barrett Fieldcraft has been honored as Guns and Ammo's 2017 Rifle of the Year. Guns and Ammo editors, contributors, and staff determined the winner for each category on a point system.