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HUNTERS CELEBRATE MORE THAN 25 PERCENT SURGE OVER PAST FIVE YEARS
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) just made a significant announcement that all of America’s hunters, young and old, should loudly celebrate. Even Americans who don’t know the joys and benefits of participating in America’s greatest pastime should celebrate, as they most likely participate in an outdoor activity that …
GOA CELEBRATES SENATE REPEAL OF VA FIDUCIARY GUN CONTROL RULE
Washington, D.C. — Today, the U.S. Senate passed the GOA-backed S. Amdt. 1354 to H.R. 4366 to defund the near three-decade old rule which took guns away from veterans with fiduciaries managing their VA benefits. A nearly identical, GOA-backed amendment passed the House of Representatives in July. Gun Owners of America (GOA) has been leading the …
Pistol Red Dot Sight Roundup: Top Models for Precision and Accuracy
Red dots are all the rage nowadays, and for good reason. Iron sights are fine, but a red dot can be a game-changer when it comes to improving your accuracy and speed in pistol shooting. Red dots offer a clear aiming point that’s easy to acquire, especially in fast-paced or …
First Look: Faxon Firearms FX& Bolt Action Rifle Gear
Faxon Firearms is rolling out the new FX7 line of products oriented for bolt-action rifles. This new collection features precision rifles, barreled actions, pre-fit barrels and complete actions, all designed to meet the exacting standards of today’s discerning shooters and enthusiasts. The FX7 line includes precision rifles chambered in .308 Win. …
Review: Trijicon RCR
While Trijicon wasn’t the first (nor second) to offer an enclosed-emitter sight, the company used its time wisely. Paying close attention to the market—and also to the market reaction—it carefully engineered the new RCR to address issues brought up by other enclosed-emitter sights. Footprint? It uses, obviously, the RMR footprint, one of the most …
Review: Springfield Model 2020 Rimfire Classic
The Springfield Model 2020 Waypoint entered a market deeply saturated with bolt-action rifles. Nonetheless, it became an overnight success and, to this day, is hard to keep in stock. Those who have never shot one have a hard time wrapping their head around how or why this is, but if you ask …
Shooting With The Pros: Tips From Winchester’s Shotgun Team
American skeet and sporting clays are some of the most popular shooting sports in America, and thousands take to the fields and ranges each year, either casually or in competition. Winchester Ammunition sponsors a competitive team of shotgunners, and these shooters are some of the best in the world. Watch our “American …
New: Butler Creek Element Gun Covers For Rifles And Shotguns
Butler Creek recently announced its new Element gun covers for use with rifles and shotguns. Sporting durable water- and abrasion-resistant fabric, Element gun covers are designed to protect your firearms from harsh conditions in the backcountry or at the range. The Element gun cover is also available in a suppressor-ready …
Review: Sauer SL5 Waterfowl
Originated by Lorenz Sauer in Suhl, Germany, back in 1751, J.P. Sauer & Sohn is Deutschland’s oldest manufacturer of hunting and military rifles. But the company’s storied history with rifles often skews perceptions about it, and some may be surprised to hear that the firm has also built shotguns since at least 1835. Today, …
New For 2023: Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro OSP FDE Threaded
Springfield Armory was one of the first companies to jump into the “micro nine” market with its Hellcat, a subcompact 9 mm Luger pistol that still contained a double-stack magazine holding 11 rounds. Since its 2019 introduction, multiple versions of the Hellcat have been offered, tailored to the specific tastes and needs of …