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The search for the country’s best all-around sportsman is officially on as FIELD & STREAM, the world’s leading outdoor magazine and Bass Pro Shops, America’s favorite outdoors store, today unveiled the dates for the 2009 FIELD & STREAM TOTAL OUTDOORSMAN CHALLENGEÅ\PRESENTED BY MOBIL The Total Outdoorsman Challenge will culminate in an intensive, three-day, final championship event in Springfield, Mo., September 10-13, 2009, pitting 16 of the nation’s top outdoorsmen in head-to-head competition in seven outdoor skill challenges: fly-fishing, bass fishing, rifle, shotgun, endurance, archery and ATV handling.
Widely celebrated as the country’s premier competition for outdoorsmen, the 2009 Total Outdoorsman Challenge kicks off with free local qualifiers allowing thousands of hopefuls across the country more opportunities than ever before to showcase their skills in baitcasting, air rifle and archery (participants must bring their own bows).
Field & Stream editors will evaluate the local qualifier results to cull the top 200 participants to contend in one of four regional qualifying events taking place in June 2009. Participants who place in the top three positions at the regional qualifiers will then advance to the Championship Event, where they will face off against the top three finishers from the 2008 Total Outdoorsman Challenge and a sole “wildcard” competitor selected from online submissions at www.totaloutdoorsmanchallenge.com. The sportsman who is able to out-fish, out-shoot and out-hustle his or her opponents will win the grand prize package, which includes: $25,000, a profile in Field & Stream, a Yamaha ATV, a year’s supply of Mobil 1 motor oil, and extensive exposure on FieldandStream.com and the Outdoor Channel’s Total Outdoorsman Challenge television show.
There is no fee to enter the Field & Stream Total Outdoorsman Challenge and each event is open to the public. Anyone is invited to cheer on sportsmen from all walks of life as they test their abilities across a wide range of outdoor disciplines.
For the second year in a row, Field & Stream will host a regional qualifier during the widely-attended, four-day Country Music Festival in Nashville, Tenn., June 11-14, 2009, the “crown jewel” of country music events. Total Outdoorsman defending champion Paul Thompson will show off his keen outdoor skills against a field of country music stars in a special celebrity edition of the competition on June 11 leading up to the regional qualifier slated for the following day.
The May issue of Field & Stream (on newsstands now) features an exclusive Q&A with Thompson, in addition to training tips and advice and complete event registration information. Before heading to Bass Pro Shops for local qualifiers, sportsmen who think they have what it takes can also brush up on fishing, hunting and camping tips from every U.S. state with the May issue’s cover story, “The United States of Skills.”
Sponsors of the 2009 Field & Stream Total Outdoorsman Challenge include: Mobil 1, Bass Pro Shops, Yamaha, Toyota, 2009 CMA Music Festival, Rocky Boots, Mossy Oak, Under Armour, Veramyst Smith & Wesson, Thompson Center, Diamond Archery, Eukanuba and The Outdoor Channel.
FIELD & STREAM TOTAL OUTDOORSMAN CHALLENGE SCHEDULE:
Regional Championships:
Harrisburg, PA – June 27
National Championship:
Springfield, MO – September 10-13
ABOUT FIELD & STREAM:
Field & Stream®, The World’s Leading Outdoor Magazine, is the country’s largest special-interest title and most recognized outdoor publication. Devoted to the complete outdoor experience and lifestyle, Field & Stream (www.FieldandStream.com) gives its readers the knowledge and inspiration to pursue the sports they love. It celebrates the outdoor experience with great stories, compelling photography and sound advice, while honoring the traditions hunters and fishermen have passed down for generations. Established in 1895, Field & Stream is published 11 times per year by the Bonnier Corporation.
The Bonnier Corporation (www.bonniercorp.com), one of the largest consumer-publishing groups in America and the leading media company serving passionate, highly engaged audiences through more than 40 special-interest magazines and related multimedia projects and events.
ABOUT BASS PRO SHOPS:
Bass Pro Shops, an international catalog and internet retailer, is also America’s most popular outdoor store, offering shoppers the largest selection of quality outdoor gear, clothing and accessories from top industry names and at value prices. More than just hunting and fishing stores, Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World stores are also part museum, part art gallery, part education, conservation and entertainment centers. Award-winning in their concept and design, Bass Pro Shops retail stores are rated high as tourist-destination picks and more than 100 million people visit the stores annually. Bass Pro Shops, headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, currently has 55 retail locations across the United States and two locations in Canada. For more information on Bass Pro Shops products, events and stores visit www.basspro.com.
The old adage, "God made men; Sam Colt made them equal," applies to women, too.
Women across the country are packing classes where they learn about all aspects of handgun ownership. One of the main reasons for attending these classes, they say, is to learn more about how to take charge of their own safety.
Carol, a thirty-something mother from Connecticut, explained her participation in a class: "My husband convinced me that it would be to my benefit to learn how to use a handgun. The experience actually opened up a whole new world for me. I'm really enjoying shooting and learning about different calibers and actions -- not to mention getting to spend more time with my husband."
In the classes, women also learn about safe handling and storage of firearms, state and local permitting processes, how to purchase a handgun, what model and caliber is right for them, how to determine proper fit, holsters, apparel and that some handguns even come in colors designed to be more appealing to women. For several years now, manufacturers have recognized the growing interest in firearm ownership among women and, consequently, have been designing firearms and accessories that offer more appeal and a better fit for women: for example, a grip for a smaller hand and lighter handguns.
The steady rise in handgun sales over the last few years, as well as the introduction of even more models by more companies designed specifically for women, as seen at this year's industry trade show, the SHOT Show, are additional indicators of this trend. Enrollment in self-protection handgun classes is at an all-time high, especially among women, according to the National Shooting Sports Foundation, which two years ago launched First Shots, a program that provides an introduction to handgun shooting in cooperation with shooting ranges across the country.
Seminars involving classroom and live-fire instruction are held at local gun clubs, usually for a nominal fee. The classes serve the range by introducing it to a new potential customer and serve the interested novices by dispelling the fear and apprehension that women (and men) sometimes have over firing a handgun and keeping it safely in the house. The classes are open to women and men. Shooting range operators, too, have noted the surge in interest related to handgun ownership. John Monson, of Bill's Gun Shop and Range in Minnesota, had this to say: "To date, we have held four First Shots programs in three months. We've had great response from the classes and have added over 100 new customers to our base."
A survey of women from the classes indicates that 73 percent enrolled because learning about self-protection was a prime concern for them. And over 95 percent of those women indicated that they were "likely to continue to participate in handgun shooting." Supervised by certified firearms instructors, most First Shots events are filled to capacity. Jeff Pedro, owner of an Ohio shooting facility, recognized the potential of the program early on, and now conducts about a dozen events a year. "A large percentage of our participants are women. Most of them sign up at the urging of a husband or male friend who wants them to experience not only the fun of shooting, but also to dispel any negative preconceptions about, or fears of, handguns," he explained. "And what's especially gratifying is that just about all of them come back for more."
To locate a First Shots program in your area, visit www.firstshots.org/seminars.html.
It features a variety of expanded and new proprietary features including: Internet television and on-demand-video network, a My Outdoors community, an Ultimate Field Journal system, custom weather forecasting, mapping and a "blogosphere" of celebrity interaction, news and features. The entertainment portal brings together a wide variety of online goods and services never offered before in a single package, as well as a number of completely new features. The goal of the site is to create an online community where sportsmen nationwide can join the Mossy Oak lifestyle. Headlined by streaming video and online television on demand as well as customizable weather, mapping and field journaling capabilities, this is one home page to which hunters will be happy to return.
"There will be a reason for someone to come to this site every single day, for information, for entertainment, to communicate with their friends," said Randy Russell, CFO/COO of Mossy Oak. "That is exactly what we set out to do, specifically for the outdoors guy."
Some of the elements of the new MossyOak.com include:
Mossy Oak Network, TV and Video On Demand -- Making use of cutting-edge technology and the widespread distribution of broadband and other high-speed internet services, the Mossy Oak Network delivers a variety of high-quality video products through two formats. First, through Mossy Oak Network TV, viewers can watch an ongoing feed of regularly-scheduled programs, pulling from a line-up that includes programming made exclusively for the web and never seen before anywhere else. Also, there will be favorite television programs from the past by Mossy Oak Productions and by a growing list of producers from partner companies such as Drury Outdoors, Ted Nugent, Scent-Lok, The Wild Outdoors, Roland Martin Productions and more.
My Outdoors--Subscribers receive access to their own personal web space in the My Outdoors element of the site. Users will customize their very own element of the site with their personal photos, videos, links, journals and blogs. Access to these personal pages is controlled by the users themselves, so they can be seen by as few or as many other users as they would prefer.
Topo Maps--Subscribers get access to one of the most able and useful topographical mapping functions found anywhere. Hunters can load maps of their own hunting locations, then mark the maps for game activity, stand locations, trails and other key information. These maps and notes can be archived for future reference, or printed out for use among friends and guests.
Pro Blogs, How-To, News and Perspectives--Keep apace of the latest information about the outdoors and about issues of interest to you with the Features element of the site. From cutting-edge equipment to in-depth how-to information to news and opinions on the outdoor issues of the day, this portion of mossyoak.com has it all.
Weather, just the way you want it--More than simply a link to the best radar and forecasting available, the weather element of MossyOak.com makes that information relevant to everything else you use on the site. Subscribers may enter and save information about their specific hunting locations, then have the site track the weather for those places and send them alerts when certain conditions occur or are forecast to occur.
"The key core areas of the site flow intuitively from one to the other," said Stuart Whitaker, President of Mossy Oak Interactive, LLC. "When you're introducing so many new concepts to the market, the interface just has to be easy to use or it will turn the consumer off. We have so many new features the consumer can take advantage of; we wanted to make it really easy to use."
Just like the outdoors itself, this website is one destination certain to have something for everyone. It's just a matter of exploring what it has to offer. To visit the site, simply point your Internet Explorer browser to www.mossyoak.com and Join the Obsession!
The Obsession at MossyOak.com is managed and promoted within a new company named Mossy Oak Interactive, LLC, a Haas Outdoors Inc. company.Haas Outdoors Inc. is headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (<www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions and Mossy Oak Properties.
Ever wonder how some of your hunting partners and friends know about new outdoor products or the latest hunting tips before you do? Thanks to the Winchester Ammunition Red W Club, hunters and outdoor enthusiasts are able to keep up with the latest and greatest products Winchester has to offer. The Red W Club is free and offers members priority customer service, advanced notice of promotions and new product information, hunting tips, industry news, discounted premiums and the opportunity to help Winchester guide the continued evolution of its brand.
Since 1866, the Winchester brand has appeared on a long list of quality products including ammunition, firearms, sporting goods and tools. To learn more about The Red W Club and to become a member, visit the Winchester Ammunition web site at www.winchester.com.
Hunter's Specialties® has been the leader in scent elimination products for the avid hunter since 1987, when they first introduced Scent-A-Way products. Their Scent-A-Way line of products has helped hunters eliminate odor on clothing, gear and the human body, making the hunter more successful. Always looking for ways to improve their product lines, Hunter's Specialties is continuously testing and developing their Scent-A-Way line, giving the hunter the latest and most up-to-date product available.
At this year's SHOT Show in Orlando, Florida in January, Hunter's Specialties introduced a new Scent-A-Way Advanced Formula which takes scent elimination to a new level. The new formula is all natural, safe, and environmentally friendly. It won't stain or fade clothing or materials and is not harmful to your skin. It works by neutralizing, oxidizing, bonding, and molecularly changing a wide variety of odors on clothing and equipment. In extensive lab and in-the-field testing, Hunter's Specialties has proven the new formula is the most advanced scent prevention and elimination system on the market. Hunters using Scent-A-Way Advanced Formula went completely undetected by game approaching from down wind.
Two years ago, Hunter's Specialties looked at a new technology for use in scent elimination. It is a new science of creating or modifying materials at the atomic and molecular level, called nanotechnology. Nano-materials are a thousand times smaller than a red blood cell. They also have different chemical and biological properties than the related parent material. 'When we first learned about nanotechnology, our scientists were interested in the possibility of this new process,' said Dave Forbes, Co-CEO of Hunter's Specialties. 'After further investigation, some concerns were raised about the short and long-term effect of nanotechnology products on humans, wildlife, and the environment. The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) has also voiced these concerns. The NRDC says not enough is known about potential health and environmental risks associated with nano-products and their manufacture.'
'At Hunter's Specialties, we want to produce the best products possible for hunters,' Forbes points out. 'However, we would never knowingly produce a product that we are not completely sure is safe for the person using it, the environment, and wildlife.'
The real concern with nanotechnology at this point is there are no published systems or methodology that can effectively measure exposure, risk levels and long-term effects. Given that these particles are one-billionth of a meter in size, they could possibly penetrate the skin and enter the blood supply.
'Nanotechnology may prove to be a safe and positive process to consider for Scent-A-Way products in the future,' says Forbes, 'but until we know more about how the miniscule particles affect the end user and the environment, Hunter's Specialties will take a conservative approach.'
For more information about Hunter's Specialties, log onto the Hunter's Specialties website at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
During the 2006 hunting season, Eric Stecker, Master Bulletsmith at Berger Bullets, is receiving regular feedback from hunters who are field testing the Berger Match VLD bullets. There is no better way to test how a bullet will perform on an animal than to put it through a real world hunting situation. That is exactly what Trevor Rosencranes did on a recent elk hunt. Trevor used a Berger 6mm 105 grain Match VLD to take an elk at a considerable distance. "I believe the Berger Match VLD used to harvest the elk performed exceptionally well. The bullet penetrated the chest cavity and had enough energy to decimate the lungs of the large animal. Berger's dedication to superior long range accuracy makes shots like mine possible." said Trevor Rosencranes, Cloud Peak Gun Works.
The VLD (Very Low Drag) design incorporates specific features that creates a bullet with a higher than normal BC. The primary design feature is a secant ogive. This sharp nose shape (secant ogive) allows the VLD to shoot flatter and be less affected by the wind. Berger also discovered that the secant ogive gives the VLD bullet the ability to penetrate from 1 to 3 inches in the animal before it starts to expand. The VLD‚s delayed expansion allows it to open up deep inside the organs creating a devastating wound channel. This massive organ damage is too much for an animal to handle which leads to the animal dropping fast.
Berger Bullets has always maintained consistency and accuracy as their highest priority. This focus on consistency gives the hunter the accuracy they need to put the bullet in the right spot. Combine the terminal performance of the VLD with Berger‚s legendary accuracy and you have a very lethal hunting bullet. Berger VLD bullets are available in 6mm, 25, 6.5mm, 7mm and 30 caliber. Berger VLD‚s are also available in 22 caliber but the 22 caliber are not recommended for use on big game.
"When we announced publicly that our VLD bullets are great for hunting the initial response was concern since the VLD is a match grade bullet. For the record, I will not recommend our non-VLD match bullets for hunting. We knew from our own testing that the VLDs work great so we sent them all over the country to be tested by hunters in the field. Today the VLDs have become so popular for hunting big game that in just a few short months our 30 caliber 168 gr VLD is our best seller. The proof is in the field," noted Eric Stecker, Master Bulletsmith.
For more information write to Berger Bullets, 4275 N. Palm Street, Fullerton, CA 92835 or by calling 714-447-5456. Or, check out their interactive web site at www.bergerbullets.com or send an email at sales@bergerbullets.com.
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Two of the most unique shotguns loads available were tested — both developed for use on New Jersey’s #1 upland game bird, the pheasant. If you read recent sporting journals, I’m certain that you have noticed an upsurge in interest in quality upland hunting as well as the increased interest in high quality shooting products ranging from shotguns and clothing to shot shells. The products tested were produced as a result of this new wave of interest from the sporting public.
The first set of premium pheasant loads was manufactured by B&P America, a firm located in Dallas, Texas, and from Baschieri and Pellahri, a world-renowned Italian firm that has been making shotgun shells since 1929 that is used in Olympic shooting events. During November and December, we tested 12, 16 and 20 gauge loads of ultra-hard polished lead, number 6 shot, on both pheasants and chukkas and found them to be outstanding. The loads were easy on the shoulder and appeared to add 5-10 yards on to our effective shooting range. B&P of America has informed us that these premium loads will also be available in 28 gauge next year, and we plan on buying a case for woodcock and grouse shooting in the fall.
For further information on the full B&P line of quality shotgun shells, contact Mike Dotson at 972-726-9073. (Reviewed 2004)
CopperTect˙ Gun Sleeves From Birchwood Casey® Offer Long Term Corrosion Protection
Birchwood Casey's new line of CopperTect˙ gun sleeves and cases offer long-lasting, built-in rust protection. Using innovative Intercept Technology®, the special copper lining prevents rust and blocks mildew for 20 years, allowing sportsmen worry-free, long-term storage of expensive firearms. Intercept is free of volatile chemicals and is environmentally safe.
The CopperTect preservation sleeves and padded cases are available for rifles, shotguns, and handguns. The gun cases feature a tough non-absorbent 600 D polyester exterior with 10mm of closed cell foam padding. They will also float guns weighing up to 12 pounds. The preservation sleeves offer an inexpensive way to safely store all of your firearms and accessories. Their thin compact size allows them to fit easily into gun safes, hard sided cases, or even original firearm boxes. These new products will assure peace of mind when storing firearms and accessories.
The suggested retail price is $38.00 for the rifle and shotgun cases and $26.00 for the handgun case. The suggested retail price is $19.00 for the rifle and shotgun sleeves and $13.00 for the handgun sleeve.
For more information, contact Birchwood Casey, 7900 Fuller Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2195, 1-800-328-6156 X 7933, or check web site www.birchwoodcasey.com.
The engineering expertise of two American shooting sports legends collaborated once again to create practical, useful and hard-hitting large and dangerous game cartridges for the brand new 375 Ruger. Similar to the 30-06 in overall length, the 375 Ruger delivers performance that exceeds the 375 H&H — long considered a benchmark cartridge for African big-game hunters. The cartridge was designed
from the ground up to provide greater knockdown power with a shorter cartridge from a standard action and a 20” barrel. Thanks to optimized case geometry and advances to propellant technology, the 375 Ruger improves on the velocity of the 375 H&H by 150 fps.
Hornady will produce the 375 Ruger in three different loads, including a 270 gr. Spire Point Recoil-Proof, 300 gr. Round Nose and a 300 gr. Solid. Hornady took the conventional spire point design to a new level with their Spire Point Recoil-Proof bullet. This bullet has a longer give and less exposed lead which helps protect the bullet from deformation under recoil in rifle magazines.
The Hornady ammunition specifically designed for the two new Ruger bolt-action rifles will be available in quantity the first quarter of 2007.
For more information, check web site www.hornady.com.
Headquartered in Grand Island, Nebraska, Hornady Manufacturing has been one of the world’s leading producers of bullets, ammunition and reloading equipment for more than half a century.
Chemistry and geometry come together in the 308 Marlin Express, which offers devastating long-range performance along with high-tech propellants, optimized case geometry and a highly refi ned 160 grain Evolution bullet. The 308 Marlin Express is an extension of Hornady’s LEVERevolution® line and combines Hornady’s revolutionary FlexTip™ technology with a profile similar to match bullets.
New technology in the jacket/core construction offers extraordinary expansion, deep penetration and high weight retention. Combined with the most advanced propellants that deliver exceptional velocity at conventional pressure, the 308 Marlin Express is the pinnacle of performance from a 30-caliber lever gun cartridge,
all with less recoil than the 308 Winchester.
Headquartered in Grand Island, Nebraska, Hornady Manufacturing has been one of the world’s leading producers of bullets, ammunition and reloading equipment for more than half a century.
For more information, check web site www.hornady.com.
Hornady engineers replicated a 100-yearold African legend using modern technology and manufacturing processes to perfect the 450/400 Nitro Express 3" ammunition.The 450/400 Nitro Express 3" comes loaded with either a 400 gr. RN expanding bullet or FMJ-RN Solid. Hornady went to great lengths to ensure these loads will regulate in double rifles.
The ideal ammo for hunting hippo, buffalo and other thick-skinned game, the 450/400 Nitro Express 3" also features cutting-edge propellant technology ensuring consistent performance in all weather types.
For more information check web site www.hornady.com.
One of the most elegantly designed cartridges, the 9.3 x 74R was originally designed in Germany during the early 1900’s. Hornady offers a contemporary update on the load by offering a 286 grain Spire Point Recoil-Proof bullet loaded to factory specifi cations and designed to deliver controlled expansion and devastating terminal performance on big game from a double rifle, while regulating.
Featuring a high-tech propellant, the 9.3 x 74R provides maximum case fill for consistent ignition while providing temperature sensitivity in extreme climates.
This load also features cartridge cases manufactured in-house to the same exacting tolerances of Hornady Match brass for maximum consistency.
For more details, check web site www.hornady.com.
Hornady’s new 30 T/C offers reduced recoil, smaller size and more performance.
Quite possibly the most technologically advanced cartridge ever developed, the new Hornady 30 T/C was specifically designed for Thompson Center’s new Icon bolt-action rifle. Built on the premise of optimal ballistics, Hornady has perfected the balance between case volume, bore volume and burn rates for both the 150 and 165 grain offerings. The 30 T/C is slightly smaller in capacity than the 308 Winchester,
but delivers ballistic performance exceeding the 30-06. With a muzzle velocity of 3000 fps, the 150 grain load outperforms the 308 Win by 180 fps and outperforms the 30-06 by nearly 100 fps. The 30 T/C provides a 15 percent reduction in perceived recoil, ultra smooth feeding, full magazine capacity, a short bolt throw, longer barrel life and delivers full ballistic potential in a short action case. Similar to an ultra high precision race car engine, the 30 T/C delivers astounding performance with cutting edge design, propellants and a close collaboration between fi rearm and ammunition engineers.
Packaged in boxes of twenty, the item number for the new 30 T/C , 150 gr SST is 81004. The 30 T/C 165 gr SST is item number 81014.
Velocity (fps) / Energy (ft/lb) Trajectory Tables
AMMO MUZZLE 100 yds 200 yds 300 yds MUZZLE 100 yds 200 yds 300 yds
150 gr. SST InterLock 3000/2997 2772/2558 2555/2176 2348/1836 -1.5 1.5 0.0 -6.9
165 gr. SST InterLock 2850/2975 2644/2560 2447/2193 2258/1868 -1.5 1.7 0.0 -7.6
Headquartered in Grand Island, Nebraska, Hornady Manufacturing has been one of the world’s leading producers of bullets, ammunition and reloading equipment for more than half a century.
For more information, contact the Hornady Manufacturing Company; 308-382-1390.
MidwayUSA, a catalog and internet retailer offering Just About Everything SM for Shooting, Reloading, Gunsmithing and Optics, is pleased to announce the addition of a new load of shotshell ammunition from Federal Ammunition specifically designed for vintage side-by-side shotguns requiring a reduced pressure load.
"For some time, I have been handloading this particular shell for my personal shooting and we wanted to share this load with our customers who may be fans of vintage shotguns," said Larry Potterfield, CEO of MidwayUSA. This ammunition was produced specifically for MidwayUSA to the following specifications:
12-gauge
2 ≤ inch shell
7/8 oz. of #7 ∏ shot
1,200 feet per second velocity
5,000 pounds of chamber pressure
These specifications were designed to be kind and gentle to all older, break-open shotguns that are safe to shoot with modern ammunition. This ammunition is also ideal for trap and skeet practice and for a light game load - wherever a 20 gauge load would be acceptable. Perfect for light weight game guns and for youth shooting or anyone sensitive to recoil. Please note - this ammunition will not function in most semi-auto actions.
Using Product Number 613-940, a case of 10 boxes of shells may be purchased from MidwayUSA for $64.99.
For more information on MidwayUSA, you can visit their web site at www.midwayusa.com or call 1-800-243-3220.
POLYWAD/Magnum Performance Ballistics, a firm well known for its specialty shotgun shells produces 12 gauge treble nickel plated 6 and 4 shot, all enclosed in a long range shot cup, designed as a long range specialty load for the upland hunter. Most of the testing for this load took place during January and February by myself and a friend at a semi-wild hunting club. When the first snow fall came, long range shooting was the rule of the day, and the Ballistics Products shot shells proved outstanding for reaching out to those 40-45 yard cock birds. There is no doubt in my mind that these long-range loads put more then a few extra pheasants in our game bags. These specialty loads might just be the ticket for the dogless hunter who sees long rage flushes and wants his birds to stay put. In addition to these long range upland loads, Ballistic Products offer a wide range of quality products for the shotgunner from reloading components and spreader loads (great stuff) to a new super expanding shotgun slug.
Contact POLYWAD/Magnum Performance Ballistics, PO Box 7916, Macon, GA, 31209 if you need further information; or check web site www.polywad-shotgun-shells.com.
From the company that created the performance standard for ultra high density, non toxic shotshells with the Premier® Hevi-Shot® brand, comes a revolutionary new product that raises the performance standard yet again. Remington is proud to announce Wingmaster HD, the ultimate in high-performance hunting ammunition.
Remington’s industry-leading R&D team, in partnership with world-renowned metallurgists has developed a technological breakthrough in material composition and pellet forming processes. Utilizing Remington’s proprietary composite of tungsten-bronze-iron metal (approved for waterfowl hunting by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service), Wingmaster HD outperforms existing products with distinct and measurable advantages in pattern density and overall multi-range effectiveness.
With “Drop-Dead Better” Performance - Wingmaster HD exhibits the following advantages:
12.0 Grams/CC Pellet Density | The optimal pellet density for an ideal combination of pattern energy and dispersion without sacrificing pellet count at extended ranges – unlike some competitive loads.
Round, Smooth, True-to-Size Pellets | Wingmaster HD pellets are smooth and round, resulting in true flight for dense, efficient patterns with no flyers. Every pellet is consistent in size and shape and equally effective in performance.
Choke Responsiveness | Changing hunting conditions often call for an adjustment in pattern diameter. Wingmaster HD has a hardness rating similar to steel shot resulting in improved choke tube responsiveness – a benefit not previously obtainable with high density shot materials.
Equal Energy in Every Pellet | Because Wingmaster HD pellets are true-to-size and round, individual pellets maintain consistent velocity and energy for deep penetration at long range – better than competitive products of comparable density.
In recent years, non-toxic shotshell ammunition technology has advanced dramatically, forever changing the sport of waterfowl hunting. Remington Premier Hevi-Shot gave hunters the capability to effectively harvest birds with a degree of lethality never before attainable. Remington’s commitment to continuous improvement and evolving technological advancements has led to the development of Wingmaster HD, once again, setting the standard for the next generation of non-toxic shotshell ammunition with “Drop-Dead Better” performance.
Remington Wingmaster HD™
Gauges 10 ga. 3 1/2"
Velocity 1300
Weight 1 3/4 oz.
BB, 2
12 ga. 2 3/4"
Velocity 1325
Weight 1 1/4 oz.
4, 6
12 ga. 3" 1450
1 1/4 oz.
2, 4, 6
12 ga. 3" 1450
1 3/8 oz.
2, 4, 6
12 ga. 3" 1300
1 1/2 oz.
BB, 2, 4
12 ga. 3 1/2" 1300
1 3/4 oz.
BB, 2, 4
20 ga. 3" 1300
1 1/8 oz.
4, 6
Winchester® Ammunition has introduced its 2009 line of centerfire rifle ammunition. Super-X® Power Max Bonded(TM) is specifically designed for the whitetail deer hunter and takes the time-proven jacketed bullet design to a new level of performance at an affordable price. Winchester's proprietary bonding process welds lead to a copper alloy jacket where the two act together during expansion for improved penetration and retained weight.
"The bonding technology improves bullet performance with increased retained weight and deeper penetration, while still providing a quick and lethal knock-down," said Glen Weeks, Centerfire Product Manager for Winchester Ammunition. "For any whitetail hunter who is interested in bullet strength and penetration, the new Power Max Bonded is it."
Key features of the Super-X bullet include:
- Protected hollow point PHP design
- Lead core bonded to jacket with proprietary process
- Massive frontal area of mushroom is more than double original diameter
- Lead remains bonded to jacket after impact
Super-X Power Max Bonded is available in the following calibers and bullet weights:
Cartridge - Grain - Muzzle Velocity - Symbol
.270 Win - 130 PHP - 3060 - X2705BP
.270 WSM - 130 PHP - 3275 - 270SBP
.30-30 Win - 150 PHP - 2390 - X30306BP
.308 Win - 150 PHP - 2820 - X3085BP
.30-06 Sprg - 150 PHP - 2700 - X30061BP
.300 WSM - 150 PHP - 2970 - X300SBP
.300 Win Mag - 150 PHP - 2960 - X30WM1BP
PHP = Protected Hollow Point
For more information about Winchester Ammunition and its complete line of products visit www.winchester.com.
Winchester Ammunition is proud to be a leader in conservation
Winchester Ammunition prides itself being a leader in conservation efforts. The company is involved with numerous partnerships at local, state and national levels. For more than 12 years Winchester has been a proud sponsor of Whitetails Unlimited. During this partnership Winchester has contributed funding to support P.O.L.I.T.E (Permission of Landowner in Order to Enter) and Chronic Wasting Disease projects. In addition, the Winchester Library is housed at Whitetails Unlimited headquarters and Winchester supports many local and state Whitetails Unlimited chapters. For more information about Whitetails Unlimited, visit www.whitetailsunlimited.com.
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The Morgan, Utah based makers of Winchester rifles and shotguns have announced the historic return to the original name given the brand nearly 150 years ago. In 1866 Oliver Winchester named his company - and the brand of rifles he was selling - Winchester Repeating Arms. Going forward all Winchester branded sporting firearms will fall under the Winchester Repeating Arms banner.
In the mid 20th century the usage was often shortened to just "Winchester." In recent years reference to Winchester firearms fell under the umbrella brand of Winchester Rifles and Shotguns. Today, with the launching of the 2008 product line, including the new Model 70 and the entry of the new Speed Pump shotgun, it is fitting for the company to return to its roots. Other Winchester Repeating Arms products include the Super X3 autoloading shotgun (known for its extreme speed and reliability), the Super X Rifle (an autoloading centerfire rifle with impressive, bolt action-like accuracy), the Wildcat 22 bolt action, and the impressive line of Model 101 and Platinum over and under shotguns (made in Belgium).
The Winchester brand is licensed to the makers of Winchester firearms by the Olin Corporation. Olin is the owner of the legendary Winchester Ammunition brand and owns and licenses the brand to a number of quality companies who make hunting and shooting related products. Winchester Repeating Arms and Winchester Ammunition are the anchor brands for the Winchester family of products.
Winchester has announced a vintage Winchester® collection of specialty furniture, specifically designed for the sporting enthusiast that is individually handcrafted to order, and reflects a love of the great outdoors, as well as lodge, western, traditional living, or transitional lifestyles. Marshfield Furniture and Vintage Editions have jointly agreed to create a Winchester leather collection of couches, chairs and ottomans. Marshfield Furniture has been in business for more than 60 years and its furniture collections reflect unique taste and individuality. They provide more than 80 frame styles and 500 different fabrics.
"Relationships and agreements with companies like Vintage Editions and Marshfield Furniture help Winchester expand its presence beyond ammunition," said Vicki Schrimpf, manager of licensing for Winchester Ammunition.
For more information about Marshfield Furniture, visit www.marshfieldfurniture.com. To learn more about Vintage Editions, visit www.vintageeditions.com or call 828-632-4185.
For information regarding Winchester Ammunition or to view a complete list of products, visit www.winchester.com.
Slug hunters looking for that "next best load" can look no further now that Winchester® has announced its new Supreme® 3-inch Rackmaster!" 12-gauge shotgun slug.
The new 1-1/8 ounces 3-inch Rackmaster Slug provides increased velocity and greater lethal range. With a velocity of 1,700 feet per second (fps), this high-accuracy shotgun slug is designed to bring new levels of on-target performance to your favorite slug shotgun.
This new 3-inch long-range slug features the innovative Winglide˙ stabilizer, which was specifically engineered to improve in-bore alignment and enhance down range accuracy. The 3-inch slug is part of a complete line of Supreme Rackmaster Rifled Slug loads for 12-gauge shotguns. The Rackmaster Slug provides hunters with increased versatility, with the option to use either smooth bore or fully-rifled slug barrels, or a rifled choke tube.
According to Winchester Shotshell Product Manager, Brad Criner, "Slug gun hunters will be impressed with the versatility and long-range accuracy of the 3-inch Rackmaster Slug. Testing the load through a variety of firearms truly shows it is an ideal crossover slug with tremendous knock-down power."
The new 1-1/8 ounce 3-inch Rackmaster Slug features:
- Muzzle velocity of 1,700 fps
- Winglide stabilizer for increased accuracy
- Option to use with smooth bore, rifled choke or fully rifled slug barrels
For more information about Winchester Ammunition and its complete line of products visit www.winchester.com.
Winchester is involved with numerous partnerships at local, state and national levels. For example, Winchester has been a proud supporter of Quail Unlimited for more than 25 years. Winchester is Quail Unlimited's exclusive ammunition sponsor and sole ammunition exhibitor and supporter of its national convention. In addition, Winchester sponsors the annual Quail Unlimited Celebrity Hunt & President's dinner and supports many local and state chapters. For more information about Quail Unlimited visit www.qu.org.
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Winchester is involved with numerous partnerships at local, state and national levels. For example Winchester is a proud sponsor of the National Wild Turkey Federation. Winchester’s generous contributions to this organization support conservation and outreach programs, such as Wheelin’ Sportsmen, JAKES/Xtreme JAKES and Women in the Outdoors. Winchester also sponsors the veteran’s breakfast during the NWTF’s National Convention and Sport Show to pay tribute to the men and women who protect our freedoms. In addition, the Winchester Museum, which is the only museum in the world dedicated to the wild turkey, is housed at the NWTF’s corporate headquarters. For more information about the National Wild Turkey Federation, visit www.nwtf.org.
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The E-Tip lead-free bullet from Winchester Ammunition is the latest new product developed for big-game hunters.
This bullet was co-developed with Nosler and is the latest project between the two companies. It features an E2˙ energy expansion cavity which promotes consistent upset at a variety of impact ranges and it‚s made of Gilding metal instead of pure copper, which helps prevent barrel fouling and provides for a 100% lead free bullet.
Key features of the Winchester® E-Tip˙ bullet include:
E2 Cavity˜Promotes expansion at long and short ranges and improves accuracy
Gilding metal Lead-free design that provides near 100 percent weight retention and helps prevent barrel fouling compared to pure copper loads
Polycarbonate Tip˜Resists deformation, improves down range ballistics
Boat-tail Design˜Reduces drag and provides a more efficient flight profile for higher retained energy at long range
Lubalox® Coating˜Helps prevent barrel fouling
E-Tip˙ is loaded exclusively by Winchester and will be initially available in the following calibers:
Cartridge Bullet Weight
Muzzle Velocity S3006ET
30-06 Springfield
180g
2750
S300SET
300 WSM
180g
3010
S300WMET
300 Win-Mag
180g
2950
S308ET
308 Winchester
180g
2620
For more information on Winchester® products, visit www.winchester.com.
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"Do many things, and do them well" applies in the case of Winchester Ammunition and the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF). The two groups work jointly on numerous projects and programs that add to the bottom line˜conservation of the wild turkey and the preservation of the hunting tradition.
"Supporting our partners in conservation goes beyond writing checks," said Dick Hammett, President for Winchester Ammunition. "The Winchester and NWTF relationship grows because we find different ways to work together - then, it's a matter of follow through."
Certain projects and program support that highlight the Winchester/NWTF collaboration include:
2007 Spring Turkey Promotion˜Winchester Ammunition is donating its proceeds to the NWTF's JAKES program as announced in its spring turkey hunting promotion.
2007 Winchester Ammunition Conservation Sweepstakes˜NWTF members have a chance to win a two-day hunt at Winchester‚s prestigious NILO Farms® hunting preserve. Visit www.winchester.com/nwtfsweeps, for more information.
Funding for the Wild Turkey Center's Winchester Museum - a 7,200 square foot museum, which receives more than 10,000 visitors annually and the only museum in the world dedicated to the restoration, management and hunting of the wild turkey. Winchester Ammunition became the NWTF‚s first $1 million corporate sponsor. NWTF outreach programs "JAKES, Women in the Outdoors˜use Winchester Ammunition at local chapter events.
The NWTF's national convention includes the Winchester Veteran's Breakfast honoring all past and present armed forces.
For more information on Winchester® products, visit www.winchester.com.
Winchester Legends TV, now on Versus
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For larger varmints or smaller predators, Winchester Ammunition has a new load in the increasingly popular 17 HMR round. The new load uses a heavier 20 grain Game Point bullet and has a muzzle velocity of 2350 feet per second.
The new load will be in the Super-X® line and complement the existing 17 HMR load in the Winchester® Supreme® line and will come 50 rounds in a sturdy plastic pack.
Key features of the new Super-X 17 HMR Round include:
Heavier 20 grain Game Point bullet
2350 feet per second muzzle velocity
50 round plastic pack
For more information on Winchester® products, visit www.winchester.com.
Winchester Legends TV, coming in August, 2007, on Versus
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Winchester Ammunition is adding to its extensive rimfire line by introducing two new Super-X® 22 Long Rifle Super Speed loads. These two loads and the ever popular Super-X 22 Long Rifle Power-Point® 40-grain load are available in new 100-round plastic packs.
Designed for both speed and performance, both Super Speed loads feature plated bullets for the highest performance, which is sure to be popular with a variety of 22 rimfire shooters and hunters. Information on the two new Super Speed rimfire loads include:
Super Speed RN ˙, 40 grain round nose plated bullet, muzzle velocity˜1,300 feet per second. This is the fastest 40 grain load Winchester has to offer.
Super Speed HP ˙, 37 grain Hollow Point round nose plated bullet, Super Speed
velocity˜1,330 feet per second. This is the fastest 22 long rifle product in the Winchester rimfire line.
In addition to the new loads, Winchester's introduction of 100-round packs will provide convenient storage to customers as they transport ammunition to the range or field.
"Winchester will continue to meet the needs of our customers and provide new products in convenient packaging," said Dick Hammett, Winchester Ammunition president.
The symbol number for the new Winchester 100-round packs are as follows:
New Super-X Super Speed RN 40 gr. Round Nose X22LRSS1
New Super-X Super Speed HP 37 gr. Hollow Point X22LRHSS1
New Super-X 40 gr. Power Point-100-round pack X22LRPP1
For more information on Winchester® products, visit web site www.winchester.com. #
NOTE: Winchester Legends TV, coming in August, 2007, on Versus
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Winchester Ammunition expands its offering in 204 Ruger with the addition of a 32 grain Ballistic Silvertip ® load.
The Ballistic Silvertip bullet is a co-development with Nosler, Inc. It combines a Ballistic Tip design with Winchester’s proprietary Lubalox ® coating.
The new 204 Ruger bullet is designed for varmint hunting, producing rapid expansion and fragmentation upon impact. This load is also very flat shooting. When sighted in for 200 yards, the 32 grain bullet drops just 4.4 inches at 300 yards and 13.9 inches at 400 yards. The new cartridge has a sizzling muzzle velocity of 4,150 feet per second, and the muzzle energy is 1,224 foot-pounds.
For more information on Winchester ® products, visit www.winchester.com.
AMERISTEP has extended its innovative design and manufacturing excellence to the new Dream Season Blind. This cutting edge hub-style ground blind was designed specifically to allow any hunter to add a completely new level and dimension to their everyday hunting experience.
This premier ground blind is comprised of high quality Durashell PLUS fabric, which eliminates all excess noise with its quiet weatherproof and wear-resistant material. The blind was designed to hunt from an elevated position with the vertical window configuration. The Dream Season Blind is offered in the new Mossy Oakâ Treestandâ camo and available exclusively from Ameristep. The hub-style construction is extremely rugged and durable providing excellent stability and easy setup.
"Utilizing the Dream Season blind with its vertical windows in conjunction with the Brush Hog Quad Pod now lets you use a ground blind from an elevated position!" said Mark Drury
"The features of the Dream Season blind make it the best hunting blind available. The vertical window configuration allows us to hunt in areas we never could before. A ground blind that can be used in the air is the ultimate tree stand!" said the Drurys.
THE NEW DREAM SEASON BLIND-
Additional features and befits of this blind includes:
Scent BlockerÒ carbon-lined backpack/gear bag prevents scent contamination during storage and transport
21 different window options
Vertical window design for shooting at a downward angle with no obstruction
Can be used in an elevated position or on ground level for bow or gun hunting
Use with the Ameristep Brush Hog Quad Pod (sold separately) tower for the perfect elevated position
Magnetic/zipper window design for multiple window variation
Measures 74" across, hub to hub
Blind Dimensions: 60" square x 67" tall
Pack Dimensions: 8" x 43" long
Weighs: 20 lbs.
Removable Floor
For more information contact Ameristep, 901 Tacoma Court, Clio, MI 48420. Call (810) 686-4035 or visit web site www.ameristep.com.
Ameristep produces official licensed products of Mossy Oak/Haas Outdoors Inc. Haas Outdoors Inc., headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions, Mossy Oak Interactive, LLC and Mossy Oak Properties.
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Avoiding the sharp eyes of game animals is a high priority for sportsmen. Using a good camouflage pattern is important, but if you move at the wrong time, you run the risk of being detected. A portable blind helps solve the problem by allowing the hunter to remain concealed while hiding excess movements.
While some blinds can be bulky and difficult to set up, Hunter's Specialties® Collapsible "Super Light" Portable Ground Blind makes transportation easy and hassle free. It folds into a handy 14" long package that allows hunters to carry it in their pocket or hunting vest. When you get ready to set it up, simply unsnap the elastic strap, unfold the legs and place them in the ground. Set up, the blind measures 12 feet long by 27 inches high.
A spun bonded polyester material with die cuts for a 3-D effect makes up the camouflage. Built to last through years of use, the Collapsible "Super Light" Portable Ground Blind is available in Realtree® APG™, Realtree® AP™ and Advantage® Max-1 HD™ camo patterns.
Manufactured suggested retail price is $19.95.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com
or write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, or call Consumer Service at 319-395-0321
Watch Hunter's Specialties Outdoors on the Outdoor Channel
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Hunter's Specialties® Hitman Lay Down Field Blind is lightweight and can be set up in seconds. It is manufactured of tough, long-lasting 1200-denier polyester on the bottom and 900-denier PU-coated camo polyester on top. It features a comfortable padded reclining seat and an inside utility bag to store calls and accessories. The doors are spring loaded to allow for fast shooting.
The Hitman Lay Down Field Blind folds up for transport without disassembly and can easily fit in the back of a short bed pickup.
Suggested retail cost is $299.99.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties website at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
If you're a gunsmith who wants to grow your career, a gunsmithing student just starting your career, or a gun shop that wants to grow your business, you'll want to attend Brownells 3rd annual Gunsmith Career Fair, April 17th and 18th, 2009.
"The first two job fairs taught us much of what the gunsmithing industry wants," said CEO, Frank Brownell, "This is why we are expanding our event to include business growth and development, and why we're changing the name to "Career Fair". Matching up employers with job seekers is still the main emphasis, but we're adding a new component to provide existing gun shop owners and gunsmiths with education and ideas on how to grow and expand their business."
With these goals in mind, the event will include more specialized seminars to help everyone learn some unique techniques and polish their business skills. According to company President, Pete Brownell, "I recommend that even manufacturers that are fully staffed now come out to trade information with their peers and meet their current and future gunsmith/gunshop customers. And, they just might meet that perfect-fit employee and find a way to hire them while they're there."
Once again the Career Fair has outgrown its home. For 2009, it will be held at the Meadows Events and Conference Center at Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Altoona, Iowa. "This is a great facility, with hotels and restaurants close by. It's right off I-80 and an easy run from the Des Moines Airport," said Pete Brownell.
Sign up today at www.gunsmithcareerfair.com, email to careerfair@brownells.com or call Jamie Reed, 641-623-8070
Brownells is the world's largest supplier of firearm parts, tools, equipment and accessories. Stocking more than 30,000 items, the company services gunsmiths, armorers and shooters worldwide.
For more information call 1-800-741-0015, or write to Brownells at 200 South Front Street, Montezuma, Iowa 50171
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Brownells® has released its third catalog specific to the world's most popular handgun. With a new layout, Brownells 1911 Catalog #3 is designed to be more easily used and a quicker reference.
"The response to the 1911 catalogs has been tremendously positive, but we're always on the lookout for ways to better serve our customers," said Frank Brownell, company president. "We're bringing back the dream guns, but now the add-ons and accessories will be referenced in their categories as well. The new layout keeps people from having to search around for information."
Brownells 1911 Catalog #3 includes all-new dream guns never appearing in previous versions of the catalog. Eight in all, the featured guns were built-up by Wilson Combat, Cylinder & Slide, Ed Brown, Heinie Specialty, Nighthawk Specialty and Brownells in-house experts.
Other changes to the catalog affect 1911 enthusiasts' experiences on the Brownells Web site. Many of the popular products in the catalog feature a blue video camera icon. The camera informs users that an instructional video on the item is available on Brownells.com. Additionally, Web site search categories are displayed throughout the catalog to assist customers with their online product searches. Also new, an American flag logo indicates products certified by their manufacturers to be made in the U.S.A.
"Whether a tinkerer or professional gunsmith, we want our customers to know that we're here to help with whatever they might need," stated Pete Brownell, company vice president. "Rather than fumble and get frustrated with an installation, 1911 shooters can get answers any time of day from the website. And if any confusion remains, our friendly gun techs are just a phone call away."
With 148 new products, Brownells 1911 Catalog #3 offers 72 pages with nearly 3,000 total products for the gun. Customers can receive a free copy by calling (800) 741-0015 or visiting www.brownells.com.
Brownells is the world's largest supplier of firearm parts, tools, equipment and accessories. Stocking more than 30,000 items, the company services gunsmiths, armorers and shooters worldwide. For more information or to place an order, call (800) 741-0015, Dept. #PED, or visit www.brownells.com.
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Designated marksmen, varmint hunters and black rifle enthusiasts can select from more than 2,000 products for .223 or .308 caliber black rifles in Brownells'® new AR-15 Catalog #2.
More than 100 new products are featured in the catalog's 68 pages. Customers can peruse the full-color catalog for magazines and tools, safeties, triggers, flash suppressors and more.
"Whether you're a law enforcement professional or a weekend shooter, AR-15s are just plain fun to shoot; they're my favorite for prairie dogs" company Chairman and CEO Frank Brownell commented. "It's no wonder the rifle continues to grow in popularity. The new catalog has everything AR-15 lovers could want to personalize their rifle."
Once again the catalog features Dream Guns--full color images of AR-15s customized with various add-ons, accessories and aftermarket products labeled and cataloged nearby. Some of the many new products appearing in AR-15 #2 are comps and flash suppressors from Surefire® and Yankee Hill. The catalog also includes new stocks from Mag Pul and Vltor, more variations on Brownells AR mags, the Beta® C-Mag and many more products to make each gun unique.
The catalog is free for all AR-15 enthusiasts and can be ordered at www.Brownells.com or by calling (800) 741-0015.
Brownells is the world's largest supplier of firearm parts, tools, equipment and accessories. Stocking more than 30,000 items, the company services gunsmiths, armorers and shooters worldwide. For more information or to place an order, call the toll free number above, Dept. #PE8, or visit the company website.
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Brownells® has released the second edition of its catalog specifically for the Model 1911 pistol featuring four additional pages and nearly 200 new products. Brownells 1911 Catalog #2 is free to all 1911 enthusiasts and features 64 pages of all the parts, accessories and brands offered by the company for the pistol.
"The 1911 platform is more popular now than ever," said Frank Brownell, company president. "Brownells 1911 Catalog #2 allows us to better serve customers by offering a specialized selection of products in one handy, compact catalog."
One feature making a return appearance in the catalog is the dream guns. The dream guns are color images of customized 1911s with the various add-ons, accessories and aftermarket products labeled. Brownells 1911 Catalog #2 will feature all new dream guns from the previous catalog.
Customers can receive a free Brownells 1911 Catalog #2 by calling 1-800-741-0015 or visiting www.brownells.com.
Brownells is the world's largest supplier of firearm parts, tools, equipment and accessories. Stocking more than 30,000 items, the company services gunsmiths, armorers and shooters worldwide. For more information or to place an order, call (800) 741-0015, Dept. #PE1, or visit www.brownells.com.
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Brownells®, the world's leading supplier of factory gun parts, gunsmithing tools and accessories, has released the forth edition of its Weapons Supply and Maintenance Tools Catalog. The catalog features 64 full-color pages of products specially selected by the Brownells Mil/LE Supply Group to meet the unique needs of law enforcement and military professionals.
Many of the items in the catalog feature special U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) pricing. Additionally, each of the catalog's ten sections is clearly identified on the outer margin of each page for quick access by procurement personnel.
"Our Weapons Supply and Maintenance Tools Catalog #4 is designed to help law enforcement and military professionals save time, and have quick and easy access to a wide selection of products they can trust with their lives," said Frank Brownell, company president. "It's one more way we can recognize the important role these folks play, and reinforces our strong commitment to selection, service and satisfaction for military and law enforcement personnel."
Product sections in Brownells' Weapons Supply and Maintenance Tools Catalog #4 include:
AR-15/M16/AR Style .308
Tactical Rifles
Shotgun
Handgun (Semi-Auto and Revolver)
Lights and Lasers
Mounts and Optics
Tactical Gear
Range and Training Gear
Tools and Supplies
Cleaning Equipment
Books and Videos
The new catalog features a wider selection of parts and accessories for Glocks, designated marksman rifles, M14/M1A rifles and AK-47-style rifles. Brownells also has expanded the selection of optics and sights.
Free copies of the Weapons Supply and Maintenance Tools Catalog #4 can be ordered by calling the company's toll free number. All products are backed by Brownells complete satisfaction guarantee and can be accessed on the Brownells Military/Law Enforcement web site at www.brownells.mil-le.com. Answers to installation or troubleshooting questions are available from an experienced technical services staff with a quick call to the Brownells customer service hotline at (800) 741-0015.
Brownells is the world's largest supplier of firearm parts, tools, equipment and accessories. Stocking more than 30,000 items, the company services gunsmiths, armorers and shooters worldwide. For more information or to place an order, call Brownells' toll free number, Dept. #PDY, or visit http://www.brownells.com.
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Often referred to as the "gunsmith's bible," Brownells'® catalog reached a milestone anniversary today with the release of Catalog #60. To help mark the occasion, Brownells has incorporated several new features to the diamond anniversary catalog. Most noticeable amongst the updates is the catalog's layout. Catalog #60 features AR-15- and 1911-specific categories for easier navigation.
"The catalog has seen quite a few changes over the years and has grown to include more than 30,000 products," said Frank Brownell, company president. "We've come a long way since Dad started the company, and we're sure excited to see what the next 60 years have in store as we continue working to provide our customers with the best possible combination of selection, service and satisfaction."
Other features new to the main catalog are full-color images and the addition of Dream Guns. Debuted earlier this year in the Model 1911 catalog, Dream Guns are color images of customized guns with the various add-ons, accessories and aftermarket products labeled. The Dream Guns include both 1911s and AR-15s and will appear in their respective categories within the catalog.
Within the catalog's familiar horizontal pages are 1,751 new items and more than 9,000 Brownells-branded items, including the new 20-round, straight body AR magazines, 1911 grips and premium AR-15/M16 armorer's kit. All 30,000-plus items offered from Brownells feature the company's 100 percent satisfaction guarantee which entitles a customer to a full refund if unsatisfied with a product for any reason.
The catalog costs $5, but the fee is refunded with a customer's first order. To order a copy of the catalog, call Brownells at (800) 741-0015, or visitwww.brownells.com.
Brownells is the world's largest supplier of factory gun parts, gunsmithing tools, equipment and firearms accessories. Since 1939, Brownells has been serving gunsmiths and firearms enthusiasts with the products they need to repair, protect and accessorize their firearms. Products can be ordered by toll-free phone, fax or through the company's Website.
For more information, call (800) 741-0015, Dept. PDL, or visit the Brownells Website.
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MidwayUSA, a catalog and internet retailer offering "Just About Everything" for Shooting, Reloading, and Gunsmithing, is pleased to announce the addition of Shilen Drop-In Match Barrels and Bolts for the AR-15 to MidwayUSA's product line.
Customers may now receive a custom AR-15 experience with the onveience of a drop-in barrel. To create these barrel and bolt sets, Shilen starts with their match-grade stainless steel blanks. These blanks are then turned, chambered and headspaced, with a bolt specifically numbered to each barrel.
"The AR-15 is a popular model with our customers," said Ryan Fischer, Gunsmithing Product Line Manager. "Offering these new drop-in barrels from Shilen is important to us and the customers we serve."
Currently, MidwayUSA is the only retailer stocking these barrels. Six barrels are available in four chamberings - 17 Remington, 204 Ruger, 223 Remington (Wylde) or 223 Remington (Match) - with the 223 Remington (Wylde) available in three rifling/contour configurations. Retail price for the 17 Remington barrel is $429.99 - all other barrels are $399.99.
For more information on MidwayUSA, visit web site www.midwayusa.com or call 1-800-243-3220.
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This free catalog is filled with gun dog training equipment and supplies, including a huge selection of hunting books, first aid supplies, radio location systems, bells, whistles and lanyards, dog leather products, , Tri-Tronics Sport Series, and much more.
For more information, check web site www.tbicatalog.com.
Midland Radio Corporation, a world leader of consumer and commercial communication products, meets the demand of the outdoor enthusiast by expanding its popular Mossy Oak Break-Up product line. Midland has been promoting Break-Up camouflage with its GMRS two-way radios since 2003 and recently added the widely recognized camouflage to its other products.
Midland has launched nine new radios in Break-Up for 2008. The Waterproof GXT950* (also available in gun metal silver) is the top-of-the-line, two-way GMRS radio which includes up to 30-mile range, all-hazards weather alerts, 42 channels, 142 privacy codes and five bonus animal call alerts - turkey, duck, crow, cougar and wolf.
At the 2007 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Midland launched its first model in the new category of Emergency Crank radios, the ER102, an all-hazard weather alert radio with Dynamo crank power, AM/FM, alarm clock, flashlight with visual alert and USB connector to charge devices such as cell phones. The XT511 Basecamp is a two-way GMRS radio with Dynamo crank power. It includes a hand microphone and hands-free capability with the added bonus of all the dynamic features of the ER102. Each new model is available in silver or Mossy Oak Break-Up for 2008.
Midland Radio Corporation is the leading manufacturer of NOAA all-hazard weather alert radios and continues to promote public safety and weather awareness through government programs and retailers. The Midland model WR100 is the number-one selling weather alert radio in the industry. Midland has added more of a selection to their weather radio line up by creating the pocket weather alert radios, HH50 (black) and the HH51 (Break-Up), along with the Break-Up version of the existing WR301.
For more information, log on to www.midlandradio.com or call Michelle Truax at 816-241-8500 x.245.
Midland Radio Corp. produces official licensed products of Mossy Oak/Haas Outdoors Inc. Haas Outdoors Inc., headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions, Mossy Oak Interactive, LLC, Nativ Nursery and Mossy Oak Properties.
* This device has not been approved by the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased until the approval of the FCC has been obtained.
The popular easy- to-apply window decals from The Block, Deercals,ha new packaging. The new clear packaging better showcases the unique artistic talents of acclaimed wildlife artist Mike Carlson.
The Deercals meticulously detail six of the top bucks taken in recent years; The Rath Buck, The Hole-in the-Horn Buck, The Wayne Bills Buck, The Jordan Buck, The Raveling Buck and The Breen Buck. The new packaging clearly displays these durable, weather resistant vinyl decals showcasing real trophy bucks taken by hunters.
'Our goal with the new packaging is multi-faceted. Not only does it better showcase the artistic design of each of the decals, but it provides the retailer with fresh easy to handle packaging for their shelves,' stated President Larry Pulkrabek. 'There are no other decals on the market that are as detailed or authentic as our Deercals. We are pleased to be able to offer a fresh new look to better showcase the details of this great product.'
Currently there are six DeerCals˙ each of which is available in two sizes. The small ones measure 7"high and the large are 12" high. They are available at sporting goods stores nationwide or conveniently online at www.fieldlogic.com. Deercals have a suggested retail price of $19.95 for the large decal and $12.99 for the small decal.
Field Logic, Inc., the leader in state-of-the-art archery targets and hunting accessories, is headquartered in Superior, Wisconsin. For additional information on Field Logic please write to 101 Main Street, Superior, WI 54880. Call toll-free 1-800-282-4868 or visit the interactive Web site at www.fieldlogic.com
The Federal Duck Stamp program was established by Congress during President Franklin D. Roosevelt's administration in 1934 as a federal waterfowl-hunting license whose proceeds went to wetland-acquisition for refuges. Since that time, the Duck Stamp has evolved and, today, it is officially called the Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp. It raises approximately $25 million annually.
This $15 stamp not only serves as a federal waterfowl hunting license, but also as a free pass to refuges that charge entry fees. Many non-hunters buy the stamp to support refuge System land acquisition, both for a refuge entry pass and as a collector's item.
Over the years, stamp sales have generated more than $700 million, which has been used to help purchase or lease more than 5.2 million acres of wetland and grassland refuge habitat. The stamps are obtainable in many post offices and sporting goods stores across the country with $.98 of every dollar going directly to wetland and grassland habitat conservation.
There is also a popular Junior Duck Stamp effort, begun in 1989-1990, encouraging youth engagement for conservation through the arts. About 30,000 students participate and the modest revenue of this effort - under $200,000 - goes to support awards and environmental education for participating students.)
To purchase a Duck Stamp or join the Refuge System in conserving habitat, visit www.refugenet.org
There is plenty of elk hunting action for everyone in PrimeTime Bulls 5. This 90-minute DVD captures Hunter’s Specialties Pro Staff’s best hunts of 2006 as they pursue big bull elk across the Rockies.
Cold mountain mornings, beautiful scenery, and bugling bulls combine to make PrimeTime Bulls 5 one of the most popular series of DVD’s on the market. Join Wayne Carlton, Al Morris, Matt Morrett, Alex Rutledge, Rick White, and the rest of the Hunter’s Specialties family for PrimeTime Bulls 5.
The PrimeTime Bulls 5 DVD sells for a suggested retail price of $14.99.
For more information, log onto the Hunter’s Specialties website at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
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Hunters often complain about how its hard to take an "educated" old gobbler. With Hunter's Specialties® Cutt'n and Strutt'n® combo, hunters can get an education of their own and learn to outwit those tough Toms.
The Cutt'n and Strutt'n combo contains the new Cutt'n and Strutt'n 12 DVD, featuring 3 ∏ hours of fast paced turkey hunting action, along with plenty of tips and tactics from the pro staff. Also included is a copy of Hunter's Specialties book, PhD Gobblers, featuring interviews with the H. S. Pro Staff about their toughest hunts and what it took to finally bring those wary old Toms into gun range.
With the Cutt'n and Strutt'n combo hunters have a double barrel approach to help them fill their tag this spring.
Suggested retail price is $12.95.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
For bright, focused spot lights, hot, energy-draining halogen lamps aren't the only alternative. Providing powerful illumination with low heat and power consumption, Hella marine introduces the economical High Output LED Spot Lamps.
Hella marine's non-glare LED Spot Lamps provide more light output than 10W incandescent lamps, yet only consume 2.5W. Highly energy-efficient, they offer substantial power savings onboard. Hella's Multivolt circuitry ensures consistent light output and circuit protection with input voltages from 10-31 DC. With no filaments to break, LED lights are long-lasting and reliable. The surface is cool and won't damage surrounding materials.
For additional ambient light, the LED Spot Lamps come with an outer ring of red, white or blue LED illumination. Switched on independently, the ring consumes less than 0.5W. Surrounding the ring, attractive bezels are available in polished 316 and gold-plated stainless steel, chrome-plated plastic and black or white high-gloss plastic. With the rim, the light is 3" in diameter, 1.6" deep and recess mounts in a 2" diameter hole.
Watertight, UV-, shock- and vibration-resistant, Hella's High Output LED Spot Lamps come pre-wired and have a suggested retail price starting at $142.
For more information contact Hella Marine Inc., 201 Kelly Dr., Peachtree City, GA 30269. 770-631-7500; Fax: 770-631-7560. SOE.sales@HINC.hella.com; www.hellamarine.com.
Having trouble cleaning your gun? With Zelco’s Long Reach Flexible Flashlight and its high intensity Xenon lamp, your troubles will be over. With a nine inch reach, it can spot places where ordinary lights can’t, since it bends and stays in any position. Additionally, it wraps around the case, becoming a compact pocket light and focuses from a flood light to a spot beam with its waterproof lamp head; plus the extended waterproof lamp lights up under water! A snap-on red lens can be used for emergency outdoor situations either in the woods or on a boat, or in the dark without the harsh glare of white lights. The clip-on is great for sudden car emergencies when you have to check under the hood. Uses 2 AAA size batteries and comes with a spare lamp..
Available at your favorite dealer, Barnes & Noble book stores, or from Zelco Industries Inc. , 65 Haven Avenue, Mt. Vernon, NY 10553; or via e-mail at office@zelco.com. (Reviewed 2006)
Winchester has announced a vintage Winchester® collection of specialty furniture, specifically designed for the sporting enthusiast that is individually handcrafted to order, and reflects a love of the great outdoors, as well as lodge, western, traditional living, or transitional lifestyles. Marshfield Furniture and Vintage Editions have jointly agreed to create a Winchester leather collection of couches, chairs and ottomans. Marshfield Furniture has been in business for more than 60 years and its furniture collections reflect unique taste and individuality. They provide more than 80 frame styles and 500 different fabrics.
"Relationships and agreements with companies like Vintage Editions and Marshfield Furniture help Winchester expand its presence beyond ammunition," said Vicki Schrimpf, manager of licensing for Winchester Ammunition.
For more information about Marshfield Furniture, visit www.marshfieldfurniture.com. To learn more about Vintage Editions, visit www.vintageeditions.com or call 828-632-4185.
For information regarding Winchester Ammunition or to view a complete list of products, visit www.winchester.com.
Hunter's Specialties® Real Strut Talk DVD features actual wild turkey vocalizations. Hunters can learn how to call from the best teacher available, the turkeys themselves.
The Real Strut Talk Combo includes not only the DVD, but also comes with three Premium Flex™ diaphragm turkeys calls, the Cutt'n 2.5, E-Z Rasp and Split V III.
All HS Strut® diaphragm calls now feature their new Infinity Latex™, the most consistent, realistic and lively latex available. Infinity latex requires very little air pressure to run the call and no break-in is required, so the calls sound great right out of the package. With the Real Strut Talk Combo, hunters can practice right along with the turkeys to master their calling skills.
Suggested retail price is $11.95.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at
www.hunterspec.com or write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, or call Consumer Service at 319-395-0321.
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Hunters typically agree the diaphragm call is the hardest to master, but is also the most versatile for all types of hunting situations.
With Hunter's Specialties® new H. S. Strut®U™ Mouth Calling 101 DVD, viewers can learn the tips and tactics used by the H. S. Pro Staff to be consistently successful at calling turkeys.
The DVD comes packaged with three of Hunter's Specialties most popular diaphragm calls including the Single D, Double D and Split VII Premium Flex™ models. All H. S. Strut diaphragm calls now feature their new Infinity Latex™, the most consistent, realistic and lively latex available. Infinity latex requires very little air pressure to run the call and no break-in is required, so the calls sound great right out of the package.
An H. S. Strut turkey track decal is included.
Hunters now have the combination of expert instruction and easy to operate calls to help them master the diaphragm turkey call before their next hunt.
Suggested retail price is $14.95.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE,
Hunter's Specialties® now features their new Infinity Latex™ in all of their Premium Flex™ diaphragm calls, as well as the Mac Daddy® Series and the Thunder Twister® Gobble call.
Infinity Latex is the result of over two years of development to find the best latex available for Hunter's Specialties calls. The new latex features consistent thickness and a very realistic sound that "comes alive" when blown. Calls using Infinity Latex require less air pressure to run, with no break-in period, and no powder coating. This leads to increased durability and extended life.
Handmade diaphragm calls are a thing of the past. With Hunter's Specialties new Infinity Latex, authentic "come alive" sounds are easily obtained right out of the box.
Infinity Latex is also moisture resistant. "You won't find a more consistent call than the ones made with Infinity Latex," said Hunter's Specialties Pro Staff member Matt Morrett. "Each diaphragm call is built with fully defined precise specifications on our new state of the art manufacturing equipment to offer hunters the best call we can possibly make."
For more information, call 1-800-728-0321, or log on to the Hunter’s Specialties web site, www.hunterspec.com
Many hunters have found that using a predator call for bears can produce exciting, fast-paced action as these big predators come to the call. Wayne Carlton's Calls™ Open-Reed Bear Call features adjustable tone slots to produce a wide range of sounds to bring bears running.
The call comes with an instructional CD to explain how to use the call and successfully call in bears. Get in on this exciting new sport with the bear call and CD combo from Hunter's Specialties®Wayne Carlton Calls.
Suggested Retail Price is $13.95.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
Squirrel hunting is a popular sport and a great way to introduce youth to hunting.
Experienced hunters know that being able to imitate the sounds that squirrels make can often increase success. Hunter's Specialties®Squirrel Call easily makes the bark or feeding chatter of both fox and grey squirrels as well as the distress call of a baby squirrel.
The call comes with an instructional CD to help hunters learn how and when to call to bring squirrels into range.
Suggested Retail Price is $11.95.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
The new Infinity Premium Flex™ diaphragm turkey calls from H.S. Strut® are the result of over two years of research and development. The calls feature their new Infinity™ latex, which requires less air pressure to run, making for more realistic sounds. Both the tape and latex used in the calls is moisture resistant, which increases the life of the call. No break-in period is required, so hunters can head to the woods with a new call and still sound great.
H.S. Strut has just completed their new state-of-the-art Premium Flex manufacturing process featuring proven H.S. Strut performance with over 134 years of combined experience in building diaphragm calls. H.S. Strut diaphragm calls have been re-engineered for peak performance with fully defined specifications for each model featuring consistent thickness and precision stretch on the latex.
The total quality manufacturing process uses close tolerances and precision automated specifications to produce the best calls ever. Each call goes through multiple quality control steps with a final hand inspection before it leaves the factory.
"In diaphragm calls consistency is the key, and you will not find a more consistent call than the new Premium Flex calls with Infinity latex," said Hunter's Specialties Pro Staff member, Matt Morrett. "These calls have more durability, more life, and just plain sound more like a turkey. The building and material technology is unmatched in the turkey market."
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com
or write to: 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, or call Consumer Service at 319-395-0321
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Hunters typically agree the diaphragm call is the hardest to master, but is also the most versatile for all types of hunting situations.
With Hunter's Specialties® new H. S. Strut®U™ Mouth Calling 101 DVD, viewers can learn the tips and tactics used by the H. S. Pro Staff to be consistently successful at calling turkeys.
The DVD comes packaged with three of Hunter's Specialties most popular diaphragm calls including the Single D, Double D and Split VII Premium Flex™ models. All H. S. Strut diaphragm calls now feature their new Infinity Latex™, the most consistent, realistic and lively latex available. Infinity latex requires very little air pressure to run the call and no break-in is required, so the calls sound great right out of the package.
An H. S. Strut turkey track decal is included.
Hunters now have the combination of expert instruction and easy to operate calls to help them master the diaphragm turkey call before their next hunt.
Suggested retail price is $14.95.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
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Hunter's Specialties® brings their vast call making experience into the world of ceramic friction calls with their new Voo Deuce model.
The Voo Deuce call utilizes the same pan as the highly popular Li'l Deuce call to produce high pitched cutts, clucks and purrs. The ceramic surface plays easy like a slate, but creates much more volume. Ceramic also doesn't require sanding like slate or glass.
The Voo Deuce is lightweight and compact, easily fitting into a shirt pocket, making it the perfect choice for hunters who like to run and gun. The call comes packaged with a rosewood striker at a suggested retail price of $13.95.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com
or write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, or call Consumer Service at 319-395-0321
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Hunter Specialties®, the world's largest manufacturer of hunting accessories, has announcd that it has acquired Calef Calls. Calef Calls offers a line of high quality hand-tuned duck and goose calls designed by three-time world duck calling champion, Barnie Calef.
Calef, who had worked as a member of the Hunter's Specialties Pro Staff prior to 2005, will re-join the company to head up their waterfowl product development and field work. "I'm excited to be back with Hunter's Specialties," said Calef. "I'm looking forward to helping the Hunter's Specialties team grow their line of dependable products to meet the demands of serious waterfowlers."
"We're very happy to have Barnie back," said Hunter's Specialties Director of Marketing, Brian Thomas. "He is truly an icon in the industry and will be instrumental in helping us develop and grow our line of products for waterfowlers across North America. With our heightened marketing efforts and Barnie's knowledge of product development, Calef Calls by Hunter's Specialties will be a major force in the waterfowl industry."
In addition to product development, Calef will film new hunts for the ever popular Take 'Em videos, which he helped make one of the top-selling waterfowl DVD series in the country.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com
or write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, or call Consumer Service at 319-395-0321
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The New Field Bag from Primos keeps your gear dry and is easy to carry. The Field Bag lays flat against your side, staying out of the way. It is made of 600 denier polyester with weather-resistant coating. An internal zippered pouch adds an extra layer of protection to prevent your gear from getting wet. The main compartment has a zippered expansion panel to add more storage space if necessary. The shoulder strap is adjustable and has a non-slip pad.
The Primos Field Bag is available in Mossy Oak® Duck Blind™ Camo. Duck Blind features elements from every sector of the nation's waterfowl highways and was skillfully designed to maintain its effectiveness throughout the waterfowl season in a wide variety of actual waterfowl hunting environments. It is the perfect accessory for serious hunters and outdoorsmen. The suggested retail price is $29.99.
For more information, contact T.J. Williams with Primos Hunting Calls at 1-800-523-2395 extension 104, or log on to www.primos.com.
Primos produces official licensed products of Mossy Oak/Haas Outdoors Inc. Haas Outdoors Inc., headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions, Mossy Oak Interactive, LLC, Nativ Nursery, Mossy Oak Land Enhancement Services, Mossy Oak 3D Fluid Graphics and Mossy Oak Properties.
The BlackOak Fanny Pack by BlackHawk®, manufacturer of quality military, tactical, and outdoor products, offers organization, versatility, and compatibility with many of BlackHawk s other hunting-specific packs. These packs combine the reputable BlackHawk quality and innovation with the specific end-user needs that hunters require creating the most user-friendly line of hunting packs on the market.
The BlackOak Fanny Pack is for the hunter who wants storage but minimal size. The pack consists of one large zippered compartment and multiple smaller pockets with internal organizers. As with all BlackHawk products, the BlackOak Fanny Pack is constructed with the finest methods and materials, such as silent, water resistant, brushed tricot fabric, double stitching throughout, and near-silent zippers.
On the exterior, BlackOak features a SpaceNet molded back panel for improved ventilation, and the patented S.T.R.I.K.E.® system for adding BlackHawk hunting-specific accessory pouches and organizers on the robust, comfortable waistband. The BlackOak easily attaches to the BlackFalls Hydration, the BlackTrail, and the BlackCliff hunting packs. The BlackOak pack measures 8"H x 17"W x 8.5"D with a total cubic capacity of 1,121 inches. The BlackOak Fanny Pack is available in Mossy Oak Break-Up® or Advantage® Max-1 HD. MSRP $89.99.
In addition to the BlackOak Fanny Pack, the BlackHawk hunting pack line includes: the BlackTrail, the BlackCliff, the BlackSummit, the BlackTimber, the BlackFalls Hydration, and the BlackGorge Convertible.
For more information on BlackHawk's complete line of products please contact: BlackHawk Products Group, 4850 Brookside Court, Norfolk, VA 23502-2052, 1.800.694.5263, www.blackhawk.com.
The Bird pouch measures 8 1/2" x 9 1/2" with a Velcro secured top and a heavy-duty adjustable 1 1/2" nylon belt. Each pouch will hold 2 pigeons or 4-6 quail. Great for stop to flush training. It sells for $19.95; a Double Bird Pouch is $33.95. Additional Pouches without belt is $15.95.
For more information, contact Trail Blazin' Innovations (TBI), 8711 Belle Glen, Dept. 103, Houston, TX 77099; web site www.tbicatalog.com.
Birchwood Casey's new Universal Gun Cleaning System makes cleaning rifles, pistols, and shotguns a snap. The entire kit is self-contained and features a four-piece rod, v-groove handle, a universal shotgun adapter, slotted patch holder (for 22 caliber and up), two jags; one small and one large, and a flathead screwdriver adapter.
The rod has 8x32 threads to fit most brushes, swabs, and tips on the market. The specially designed swivel end of the rod turns with the bore's rifling for more thorough cleaning.
The kit is constructed of 304 stainless steel for strength, durability, and corrosion resistance and it breaks down for easy storage and travel.
The Universal Gun Cleaning System is available for a suggested retail price of $31.20.
For more information, consumers can log onto the Birchwood Casey website at www.birchwoodcasey.com, write to 7900 Fuller Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2195 or call 800.328.6156 x7933.
Muzzle Magic™ Foam from Birchwood Casey® is specially formulated for cleaning today's high performance muzzleloaders, as well as traditional blackpowder firearms.
Muzzle Magic Foam was developed to dissolve blackpowder and its substitutes, as well as pellet residue. It also works great for removing corrosive primer residue.
When used frequently, Muzzle Magic helps maintain accuracy and makes loading easier.
Muzzle Magic is water soluble and is safe for use with natural and biodegradable patch and bullet lubricants. It comes in an 8-ounce bottle with a handy pump spray spout for no spill cleaning.
Muzzle Magic Foam sells for a suggested retail price of $6.10.
For more information, log onto the Birchwood Casey web site at www.birchwoodcasey.com, write to 7900 Fuller Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2195 or call 800.328.6156 x7933.
Designed to give hunters and shooters a practical way to spruce up their guns, the Checkering Restorating Kit (stock #080-000-363) is the latest addition to the wide selection of gunsmithing tools Brownells offers. The kit includes proven, traditional tools that work extremely well for restoration -- a Dem-Bart F1 handle and cutter to follow individual lines, a Brownells Hand Carving Knife for restoring worn off lines and a 90-degree veiner for touching up edges and corners. A nylon brush and Dem-Bart Stock and Checker Oil are also included for cleaning and protecting the restored design.
As with every item Brownells offers, the checkering restoratin kit features the company's exclusive 100% satisfaction guarantee, which promises a prompt refund of the full purchase price for any product that does not satisfy customer expectations for any reason.
Products can be ordered by toll-free phone, fax, or through the company's web site. For more information, call 800-741-0015, Dept. #PD5, or check web site www.brownells.com.
Cartridge shell case head separation can ruin any shooting experience. Brownells® comes to the rescue with a new broken shell extractor (stock no. 080-000-441) that allows shooters to easily remove broken cases without losing time.
Ideal for AR-15/M16 shooters, the .223 caliber broken shell extractor easily removes over-fired or out-of-spec brass. The tool removes a damaged case from any firearm chambered for either the .223 Remington or 5.56 NATO cartridges. "AR-15/M16 style rifles continue to grow in popularity as does reloading for these rifles," said Frank Brownell, company president. "Trying to squeeze the most power out of the .223 can put a great deal of stress on cases, as can excess headspace. The unique design of the Broken Shell Extractor allows shooters to eject broken cases without needing to disassemble the rifle. "
Adjustable for overall length, the tool completely engages the edge or lip of the case mouth, making it possible for the gun's extractor to pull the Broken Shell Extractor out of the chamber, along with the remains of the case. The compact, steel Broken Shell Extractor is one of those valuable tools that you don't need often, but when you need it, you need it a lot!
As with every Brownells product, if customers are not completely satisfied they can return the product for a full refund.
Brownells is the world's largest supplier of factory gun parts, gunsmithing tools, equipment and firearms accessories. Since 1939, Brownells has been serving gunsmiths and firearms enthusiasts with the products they need to repair, protect and accessorize their firearms. Today, the company stocks over 30,000 items, and its long-familiar horizontal-format catalog is well-known to shooters and gunsmiths worldwide as being uniquely Brownells.
Products can be ordered by toll-free phone, fax or through the company's Website. For more information, call (800) 741-0015, Dept. #PD8, or visit the Brownells Web site at www.brownells.com.
With the continued popularity of the Signature Series Gun Cases, Brownells® has expanded the line to include a model designed for handgun enthusiasts.
The new Signature Series handgun case (stock no. 084-000-155) features a triple-protective design to safeguard the gun against hazards and the environment that can harm appearance and performance. The design includes a tough, Cordura nylon outer shell, dual layer of shock-absorbing foam and nylon Tricot inner lining. Heavy-duty nylon zippers keep the case tightly sealed yet allow for quick, easy entry.
"We recognize the extra care shooters take to keep firearms functioning properly and looking their best," said Frank Brownell, company president. "Our new handgun case protects against dings, nicks and the elements that can tarnish appearance and affect performance. Each case is stylish but rugged enough for any shooting experience."
The case's design accommodates guns with optics, lasers or tactical lights. As with all cases in the Signature line, the pistol case is floatable, water-resistant and durable enough to withstand rough wear and spills. Nylon-web carry handles, exterior pockets and a plastic ID window make these cases ideal for traveling shooters.
As with every Brownells product, if customers are not completely satisfied they can return the product for a full refund.
Brownells is the world's largest supplier of factory gun parts, gunsmithing tools, equipment and firearms accessories. Since 1939, Brownells has been serving gunsmiths and firearms enthusiasts with the products they need to repair, protect and accessorize their firearms. Today, the company stocks over 30,000 items, and its long-familiar horizontal-format catalog is well-known to shooters and gunsmiths worldwide as being uniquely Brownells. Products can be ordered by toll-free phone, fax or through the company's Website.
For more information, call (800) 741-0015, Dept. #PDC, or visit the Brownells web site at www.brownells.com.
Hunter’s Specialties Game Cleaning System is a handy, take-anywhere kit that helps hunters quickly and cleanly field dress their animals. The kit contains a pair of latex field dressing gloves and a pair of shoulder-length poly gloves to protect your hands and clothing from unwanted bloodstains and contact with harmful contaminants. A Butt Out Field Dressing Tool is included to quickly and easily disconnect the anal alimentary canal, reducing the chance of contaminated meat. For easy clean-up, a package of Scent-A-Way Field Wipes is also included and Wild Gamekeeper Spray rounds out the kit.
Wild Gamekeeper Spray inhibits bacterial growth, which can cause spoilage, ensuring the quality of harvested game.
The Hunter’s Specialties Game Cleaning System can take the mess and worry out of field dressing your next animal.
Suggested retail price is $19.99.
For more information, log onto the Hunter’s Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
Shooter’s Choice has several products to make caring for firearms a snap. It’s ozone safe Quick Scrub III Cleaner/Degreaser, in an aerosol spray can fights grime and fouling by removing dirt, oil, grease, powder fouling, and soft carbon and is perfect for all conventional firearms, black powder firearms, fishing tackle, and sporting equipment. Advantages in using this product include having extra pressure with precision valving, actions perform smoother, even in cold weather, no disassembling is necessary, and using it is safe, quick and easy. Another plus is the fact that the can contains 2 oz. more than most brands.
The company’s Shotgun and Choke Tube Cleaner, available in a 12 oz. aerosol can, is designed specially to remove fouling from barrels, choke tubes and ports, and it cleans the receiver and trigger assembly. This product guarantees a full consistent shot pattern by removing plastic wad fouling, lead shot fouling, copper shot fouling, powder fouling, and carbon build-up in operating mechanism. Shooter’s Choice products are made in the US and product satisfaction is guaranteed. Available at sporting goods dealers everywhere.
For more information, contact Ventco Inc. (Shooter’s Choice) at 16770 Hilltop Park Place, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023; 440-543-8808. (Reviewed 2006)
Harrington & Richardson® have developed a new line of gun-care chemical products specifically for the serious firearms owner, called Harrington & Richardson Outdoors Classic™ Dry Lube, and is reportedly the first gun-care product to use DuPont Krytox® in its formulation. The latest development in Polytetrafluoroethylene technology, DuPont Krytox has properties that are touted to be superior to Teflon for use in firearms applications.
Available at gun stores or write to Harrington & Richardson Outdoors, 939 Barnum Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06608. (Reviewed 2005)
Hornady has added a neat and easy-to-use lube to their One Shot™ product line. Simply wipe your index fi nger and thumb against the semi-hard lube to pick up the proper amount to lubricate cartridge cases before sizing. The process is quick and easy and the lube is extremely effective.
Packaged in 2.25 ounce tins. Item No. 9989 retails for $9.92
For Immediate Release
In an unprecedented move by a handgun manufacturer, Taurus International has announced today that it will release its next generation military pistol to civilian and law enforcement markets ahead of the now-postponed Joint Combat Pistol (JCP) system trials.
The new 24/7 OSS™, available in .45 ACP, .40 cal and 9mm, was designed and built to exceed all requirements originally set forth by the US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) for its new sidearm and is capable of firing tens of thousands of rounds in virtually any environment for unprecedented reliability, accuracy and durability in real-world situations.
The performance of the new 24/7 OSS™ is due in part to Taurus’ most recent industry-changing innovation – the Single Action/Double Action trigger system. Firing normally from single action mode, if the primer ever fails to ignite, the gun reverts to a double-action mode to provide a life-saving second or third try at a faulty cartridge – giving the 24/7 OSS™ a failure-free reliability no other pistol on the market has matched.
When field-stripping the 24/7 OSS™, users will discover an 18.5 lb. recoil spring that cycles the slide faster, a heavy Match Grade 5¼” barrel forged from ordinance grade steel and a stainless steel guide rod that adds just the right amount of front end weight for improved recoil control and rapid fire accuracy.
The 24/7 OSS™ features an aggressive checkered grip that allows a glue-like purchase on the gun even with sweaty hands. Ambidextrous Indexed Memory Pads™ along the frame provide an automatic finger locator for safe firearm handling as well as an aid for quick and accurate aim when using a traditional two-handed grip. An integral Picatinny rail system that accommodates slide-on lights or laser sights, a SA/DA indicator on the rear of the slide that shows whether the pistol is in “cocked” or “decocked” mode, front slide serrations and a reversible magazine release combine for increased versatility of the new OSS.
The Taurus 24/7 OSS™ DS model features ambidextrous decock/safety levers that allow the user to carry the gun with the striker cocked and ready to fire, and can then be kept in safety-on “cocked and locked” mode. The user can also release the internal striker without discharging the chambered round by simply pushing upwards on the safety lever, which then places the pistol in double-action mode. You can then carry the gun in double action mode with or without the safety on. The 24/7 OSS™ is also available in a D model, with decocker only.
Both 24/7 OSS™ models come standard with a visual loaded chamber indicator and the unique Taurus Security System® that allows users to securely lock the gun. The new Taurus 24/7 pistols will carry an MSRP of about $600.
About Taurus
Beginning as a small tool manufacturer in Porto Alegre, Brazil over sixty years ago, Taurus has become a diversified, international company celebrating resounding success as one of the world’s leading small arms manufacturers. In 1941 the company produced its first revolver, and in 1984 they changed the industry forever by offering its customers an unqualified LIFETIME REPAIR POLICY™, posting record growth every year since.
For more information on Taurus products, contact Taurus International MFG, Inc., 1-800-327-3776, or visit web site www.taurususa.com
The Taurus research and engineering spent four years developing the 24/7 PRO pistol. With a combination of features and enhancements unparalleled in modern handguns, the 24/7 PRO pistol is rapidly exceeding industry expectations.
Winning the praise of top military, law enforcement and security professionals and setting numerous world records in speed shooting competitions, the 24/7 PRO features a revolutionary Single Action/Double Action trigger that prevents total failure by automatically reverting to double-action mode to fire a faulty cartridge. The resulting performance means less pull and a smooth, crisp and constant trigger at continuous use. Simply stated, the 24/7 PRO is the duty-use sidearm of the future.
The 24/7 PRO is available in 9mm, 40 Caliber and .45 ACP at barrel lengths of 3 1/3’’, 4’’ or 5’’. All feature an ergonomic Ribber Gripâ that provides a customized feel for every user and every hand size. Gun control is easier and more comfortable than the alternative cheap, plastic slip-on used by the competition. Utilizing Heinie “Straight Eight” sights and a Picatinny rail system accommodating any slide-on light or laser sight, the 24/7 PRO is arguably the most durable and reliable gun available.
Tested by Taurus engineers and the media to fire tens of thousands of failure-free rounds in the sand, mud, heat, snow and ice, the 24/7 PRO gives users the security of a loaded chamber indicator and three safeties: one manual, a firing pin block and a trigger block. The frame is constructed of polymer and steel and available in a blue, stainless steel or total titanium finish. All models come with two blue steel magazines. MSRP ranges from $503-$617.
Beginning as a small tool manufacturer in Porto Alegre, Brazil over sixty years ago, Taurus has become a diversified, international company celebrating resounding success as one of the world’s leading small arms manufacturers. In 1941 the company produced its first revolver, and in 1984 they changed the industry forever by offering its customers an unqualified LIFETIME REPAIR POLICY, posting record growth every year since.
For more information on Taurus products, contact Taurus International MFG, Inc., 1-800-327-3776, or visit web site www.taurususa.com.
Combining unsurpassed accuracy, style and standard-feature packed models, Taurus International’s 1911 is now available and aims to set the standard at half the retail price of the competition.
The Taurus 1911 features a forged frame, slide and barrel and comes fully loaded with approximately $1600 worth of premium accessories built-in as standard equipment. Chambered in .45 ACP with a 5’’ custom fitted barrel, the Taurus 1911 integrates nineteen custom features, including an ambidextrous safety, skeletonized trigger, target hammer, serrated slide, checkered trigger guard, mainspring housing and front strap, genuine Heinie “Straight Eight” 2-dot sights, a polished feed ramp, lowered and flared ejection port, custom internal extractor, beavertail grip safety with memory pad, extended magazine release and more. All the major components are custom forged— not cast— from ordnance grade steel and every component of the original 1911 design is machined by Taurus to tolerance levels that surpass even today’s industry standards.
As an added commitment to quality, the Taurus 1911 is the only production 1911 imprinted with matching serial numbers on the frame, slide and barrel, ensuring every gun is hand-assembled, hand-mated and hand-fitted for a flawless function.
Available in several finishes and variations, including the original matte blue steel, and new for 2007: Matte blue steel with integral accessory rail; two-tone matte/high polished blue steel; stainless steel; stainless steel with rail and a new Ultra-Lite model with forged alloy frame. All models of the 1911 come equipped with two, eight-round magazines with bumper pads. MSRP for the 1911 starts at $617.00 (matte blue steel model).
For more information on Taurus products, contact Taurus International MFG, Inc., 1-800-327-3776, or visit www.taurususa.com.
Taurus International, makers of the acclaimed 24/7 Pro ‘2005 NRA Gun of the Year’have now brought the compact version to the scene in the new Millennium Pro Series. The light, versatile, compact and sub-compact Millennium Pro Series is the new choice for concealment and backup carry.
Utilizing the same research and engineering as the 24/7 Pro, the Millennium Pro Series features non-stop performance and a number of configurations including: the .32 ACP and .380 ACP models, 9mm(12+1), .40 caliber (10+1), or .45 ACP (10+1 or 6+1 in a slimmer grip, single stack magazine subcompact .45 at under 21 ounces).
Featuring the 24/7 Pro’s revolutionary single action/double action trigger, Heine “Straight Eight” sights, an ergonomic grip design, enhanced finger indexing ambidextrous Index Memory Padsä and posi-traction slide serrations, the Millennium Pro is light, powerful and technically advanced. Available with forged blue steel, stainless steel or titanium slides, the Millennium Pro carries an MSRP from $406-$650
Beginning as a small tool manufacturer in Porto Alegre, Brazil over sixty years ago, Taurus has become a diversified, international company celebrating resounding success as one of the world’s leading small arms manufacturers. In 1941 the company produced its first revolver, and in 1984 they changed the industry forever by offering its customers an unqualified LIFETIME REPAIR POLICY, posting record growth every year since.
For more information on Taurus products, please contact: Taurus International MFG, Inc., 1-800-327-3776, or visit www.taurususa.com.
Appropriately called the “Taurus Judge” because of the number of judges who carry the new Taurus model .45/.410 into the courtroom, this powerful revolver is the final word in close quarters combat.
Capable of chambering both .410 Ga. shotgun shells and .45 Colt ammunition, this amazing 5-shot combo gun is ideal for short distances - where most altercations occur - or longer distances with the .45 LC ammunition. The rifling has been finely tuned on this medium frame revolver to spread the shot pattern at close quarters or to guide the bullet to the target.
The model .45/.410 Taurus Judge is available in several models and variations including either blue or stainless steel and chambered for .45 LC/.410 gauge 2-1/2-inch shotshells. All models are available with 3-inch or 6 1/2-inch barrel lengths.
New for 2007 is a new Taurus Judge Ultra-Lite titanium model—also in .45 LC/ .410 gauge 2-inch with 3” barrel and a new blue steel 3-inch Magnum variation that chambers .45 LC/ .410 gauge 3-inch magnum cartridges with a 3” barrel. All Taurus Judge models include fixed rear sights and fiber optic front sights as well as Taurus’ ergonomic Ribber Gripsâ. Additionally, like all Taurus handguns, the unique Taurus Security System® allows users to securely lock the gun using an inconspicuous key-lock system.
The model .45/.410 Taurus Judge is the must-have, long-term answer for short-range problems. The Taurus Judge carries an MSRP starting at $503 for the blue steel 2-1/2” chambered models. Stainless steel models start at $553.
Beginning as a small tool manufacturer in Porto Alegre, Brazil over sixty years ago, Taurus has become a diversified, international company celebrating resounding success as one of the world’s leading small arms manufacturers. In 1941 the company produced its first revolver, and in 1984 they changed the industry forever by offering its customers an unqualified LIFETIME REPAIR POLICY, posting record growth every year since.
For more information on Taurus products, please contact: Taurus International MFG, Inc., 1-800-327-3776, or visit www.taurususa.com.
Ducks Unlimited (DU) and Winchester are celebrating 20 years of working together to raise funds for DU’s conservation mission. Hosting continental shooting events for conservation, Winchester and DU have raised more than $3.5 million since the first event in Colorado Springs in 1987.
“Winchester has always been recognized as a leader in supporting our shooting heritage, and we are proud that our support has been instrumental in allowing DU to develop successful wetland and waterfowl conservation programs,” said Richard M. Hammett, president of the Winchester Division of the Olin Corporation. “We have been privileged to support DU’s shooting events for the past 20 years and look forward to continuing our partnership.”
Winchester helps promote the shooting events and provides quality target loads enabling DU to optimize the funds it raises for conservation.
“Winchester is a great partner and a wonderful supporter of our wetlands and waterfowl conservation mission,” said Steve Borst, DU volunteer and shooting committee chairman. “DU and Winchester’s continental shooting events bring sporting clays shooting enthusiasts, DU supporters and other conservationists together to compete, have fun and sharpen their shooting skills, while raising much-needed funds for conservation.”
The 2007 events will celebrate the 20-year relationship, including the chance for participating shooters to bid on a very unique and exclusive opportunity to hunt at the famous Nilo Farms in Illinois, as guests of Winchester. Auctions are scheduled for the season’s last three events. Proceeds will support DU’s wetlands and waterfowl habitat conservation mission.
With more than a million supporters, Ducks Unlimited is the world’s largest and most effective wetland and waterfowl conservation organization with almost 12 million acres conserved. The United States alone has lost more than half of its original wetlands - nature’s most productive ecosystem - and continues to lose more than 80,000 wetland acres each year.
Look for Ducks Unlimited on the World Wide Web at www.ducks.org .
Tune into “The World of Ducks Unlimited” Radio Network and watch “Ducks Unlimited Television” and “Ducks Unlimited WaterDog” on the Versus network.
In terms of sheer numbers of participants, the eight-year-old Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) has been the most successful youth-oriented program in National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) history. Nearly 30,000 middle and high school students have participated in the program, which includes trap, skeet and sporting clays competitions. With SCTP now of a size and scope beyond the NSSF's mission parameters, responsibility for its continuation and development is being passed along to the newly formed Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF).
"We are confident that this transfer of responsibility to the SSSF will be in the best interest of the program to serve its youth participants and coaches," commented NSSF President Steve Sanetti. "The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation has the talent and experience to assure the continued success of this vitally important program. NSSF is proud to now be included as one of many sponsors of SCTP."
The new foundation will be responsible for all aspects of SCTP, including participant registration, coaches, state coordinators, state and national championships, promotion, communications, Web sites, public relations and growth strategies. SSSF is headed by Dr. Bill Christy, who has extensive experience in the organized youth shooting arena. His involvement in youth shooting dates back to the mid-sixties, when he was one of the founders of the groundbreaking 4-H Shooting Program. Since then, he has taught hundreds of firearms instructors, and coached a number of youth clay target teams. He has also been actively involved as a consultant for SCTP since its inception in 2000.
"SSSF's objective," said Christy, "is to build on the foundation of NSSF's success with SCTP. We will focus on providing a safe and enjoyable experience for developing young people into responsible citizens through the discipline and culture of the shooting sports. With the help of our many dedicated volunteers, we hope to create a new dimension of youth involvement in SCTP that will forever live as the NSSF's legacy."
Transition of the program to the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation will be accomplished over the next several months. SSSF will become the official administrator of SCTP on Jan. 1, 2009.
For additional information, contact Karen Peterson, director of administrative services, SSSF, 56670 Jewell Rd., Shelby Township, MI 48315. Email: s3f@comcast.net. Tel.: 586-781-8229.
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Several of the Hunting and Shooting industry's most respected executives joined forces to create the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance (YSSA). The YSSA was created to facilitate fund raising and create grants that help keep the industry active in the involvement in all youth shooting sports. The Board Members of the YSSA were all former Board Members of the 4-H Shooting Sports Foundation, which has been dissolved.
"The creation of the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance allows the industry a greater flexibility to REACH and RETAIN more youth and get them involved in the shooting sports" stated David Baron, President of Baron Technology. David accepted the Board of Directors nomination as President of the newly formed Youth Shooting Sports Alliance at the first meeting hosted by Leupold & Stevens in Beaverton, OR.
Also accepting nominations from the board, Cyndi Flannigan, Sales Manager Leupold & Stevens will serve as Vice President. Curt Borcherding, CFO/VP Finance and Administration of Boyt Harness Company who will serve as Treasurer and Beth Olson, Sales Manager for Bill Hicks & Co. who will serve as Secretary.
The remainder of this distinguished Board is comprised of: Margaret Hornady, Vice President, Hornady Manufacturing; Doug Painter, President, NSSF; Patrick McDonald, Vice President Sales & Marketing Beretta USA; John Anton, President GATCO; Ron Coburn, Chairman and CEO, Savage Arms Corp.; Jay Scholes, President of Outtech, Inc and Joe Murfin, Vice President of Marketing, Daisy Outdoor Products.
Youth Shooting Sports Alliance or YSSA is a non-profit organization whose mission is to identify and support the needs of successful and safe youth programs that create measurable improvements in youth participation in the shooting sports.
The Board of Directors have adopted the following vision statement; An independent alliance that provides leadership, guidance and funding support which coordinates the shooting sports industry and existing programs to ensure the safe, responsible and positive exposure to youth and families to retain and grow their involvement in all shooting sports.
Youth groups interested in learning more about the grant programs of the YSSA or industry partners interested in becoming involved in the YSSA should contact Steve Miller, Executive Director of the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance, at (703) 743-2308 or Shootforthefuture@comcast.net. Additional information on the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance can be found at www.youthshootingsa.com.
Pheasants Forever (PF) and its quail division, Quail Forever (QF), have announced that lifetime memberships are now available for dogs. The first four dogs to become
lifetime members did so at National Pheasant Fest in Des Moines, Iowa, this past January, including two PF and two QF lifetime member dogs.
"Dogs and hunting go hand in hand, but the relationship is even stronger than that," said Diane Weyandt, PF's Director of Membership, "In many respects, a dog is treated as an equal part of a family, just as a son or daughter, a brother or a sister. We felt it was time we open up our life membership program to recognize this fact."
The first dog ever to become a lifetime member was a yellow Labrador named Bridget, who now joins her owners, Jim and Patti Farrell of Portland, N.Y., as a PF life member. "She's always been a special dog, a wonderful hunter and a wonderful retriever," Jim said, "It's an honor to have Bridget become a dog life member, especially the first one." Jim said the new dog membership is an innovative way to support conservation. "I'm really impressed with the work Pheasants Forever has done and was eager to continue to donate to a great cause." Born on 9/11/01 with the registered name of Spirit of America, Bridget has already gained quite a bit of
notoriety in the Midwest since Pheasant Fest. "I told Bridget I'm fine with her being famous, but no personal appearances during hunting season," Jim said.
Rooster Cogburn, a Vizsla owned by Elsa Gallagher, QF's Regional Wildlife
Biologist in Missouri and Kansas, is the first QF life member dog. Gallagher wanted to give Rooster, who is named after the John Wayne movie of the same name, a lifetime membership because he is such an integral part of her hunting lifestyle. "Quail Forever is such a great organization and as someone who spends a majority of her time and money on quail hunting, I felt like I should give something back," Gallagher said, "A donation to Quail Forever seemed like the right thing to do. I trust this organization ˆ Quail Forever is obviously committed to doing positive things for quail."
The second PF lifetime member dog is Millie, owned by PF Controller Alan Ferguson, who also is a PF lifetime member. The second QF lifetime member dog is Sam, owned by Carole Rowland of Pleasantville, Iowa. Rowland is also a life member of QF and PF.
For a donation of $500, dogs become lifetime members and receive a Life
Membership card, decal and pin, recognition in the PF or QF Annual Report and a Boyt Leather Dog Collar with name and phone number options. They also receive a premium choice of either a SportDog 1850 collar & beeper or a SportDog 1800 collar.
To find out more information on PF or QF dog lifetime memberships, or for
information on becoming a lifetime member yourself, contact Lou Ann Hausladen at (651)209-4956 or via e-mail at lahausladen@pheasantsforever.org.
It All Starts with the Move and Mount! If you have had instruction from Gil and Vicki, you've heard them say, "You will never shoot better than the quality of your basic move and mount." They consider it so important that they've devoted an entire DVD to developing and practicing your move and mount. This new DVD, Perfecting Your Gun Mount, also covers Vicki's famous "OSP Flashlight Drill" in great detail. This is number 4 in their series of sporting clays videos, and it's a must-have for anyone who'd like to shoot more consistently. To order, check web site www.ospschool.com/perfecting
Ten Commandment of Safe Gun Handling
1. Always point the muzzle in a safe direction.
2. Treat every firearm as though it were loaded.
3. Unload firearms and open action except when ready to shoot
4. Keep barrel clear and choose proper ammunition for firearm.
5. Be sure of your target before you pull the trigger.
6. Never point a firearm at anything you don't want to shoot.
7. Never climb or jump with a loaded firearm.
8. Never shoot at a flat hard surface or water.
9. Store firearms and ammunition safely.
10. Avoid alcohol and drugs before and during shooting.
NOTE: The mission of the International Hunter Education Association is to continue the heritage of hunting worldwide by developing safe, responsible, and knowledgeable hunters.
For more information, or to get involved, visit web site www.ihea.com or call 970-568-7954.
This time of year, you will find many hunters checking on the status of their cherished hunting rifle. Perhaps they will install a new scope or trigger or maybe they'll try a new brand of ammunition that they have been reading so much about. Foremost, they are certainly going to check accuracy. After an overall inspection of the rifle and a quick cleaning, a few rounds will be fired from a bench to assure the hunter can hit what he aims at and the anticipation of opening day continues to build. Ballistic Technology, the makers of the Bullet TEST Tube, would like to encourage rifle hunters to test for terminal bullet performance too.
Lever action rifles have been a part of many deer seasons. They are the classic American deer rifle. Ballistic Technology recently conducted a test for a hunter interested in learning about the best bullet for his Marlin 336CS lever action. A handful of hunting bullets for his old weather beaten .30-30 were put to the test. Four different brands of factory ammunition, each loaded with a different bullet were tested. There is just no better way to build confidence in the effectiveness of your bullet than by testing it in the TUBE. The TUBE allows for the measurement of every aspect of terminal bullet performance including penetration, retained weight, expanded diameter and most importantly, the volume of the wound cavity. The TUBE is the first bullet-testing medium that permits a by-volume measurement of the wound cavity a bullet creates as it penetrates and expands. And, the bullet expansion material in the TUBE can be remolded again for use after use. The TUBE provides hunters with an affordable, portable bullet-testing laboratory so that they can achieve a Total Understanding of Bullet Expansion.
For more information about The Bullet Test TUBE© (Patent Pending), contact Ballistic Technology, 3702 Rocky Branch Road, Princeton, WV 24740, 1-304-425-8823 or log on to their interactive web site www.thebullettesttube.com.
The popularity of planting food plots for wildlife has grown tremendously over the last few years as hunters and landowners have seen the advantages of providing proper nutrition for the game populations on their property.
Unfortunately for many, food plot success has been a hit or miss proposition because they lacked the proper instruction on how to get started. Hunter's Specialties new Vita-Rack Seeds Planting Food Plots DVD helps guide hunters through the complete process involved in creating a successful food plot.
Topics include site selection, soil tests and preparation, herbicide application, and plot maintenance. The different types of Vita-Rack seeds available from Hunter's Specialties are also covered with the advantages of each one and the best times for planting.
The Planting Food Plots DVD can help sportsmen avoid the common mistakes made by first-time farmers and help them be successful right from the start.
Suggested retail price is $6.99.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
Browning will offer the new Mossy Oak Treestand pattern in several models of its high performance hunting apparel for 2008. The new Treestand pattern utilizes the same silhouette-altering technology found in all the Mossy Oak patterns. It was designed specifically for hunting from an elevated position, effectively erasing the outline of an elevated hunter among the bare limbs of a late fall tree.
Browning's new Transitions Series outdoor clothing line, addressing the three major components of a layering system, which are the base layer or NTS (next to skin), the middle (insulation) layer, and the outer or protection layer will all be offered in Mossy Oak Treestand.
Base layer NTS compression shirts and pants and Arctic shirts and pants, insulation layer ScentSmart scent control clothing, 4x Microfleece pants, jacket and vest, and 700 fill power down vests and jackets, along with protection layer Quest, Pursuit Escape, Zero Gravity, and Storm pants and coats give hunters a wide range of styles to customize their hunting wardrobe.
Browning will also offer their rugged, lightweight Wasatch shirt and pants; Dry-Lite waterproof, breathable lightweight rainwear; and XPO (Xtended Performance Outerwear) parkas, jackets, and bib overalls in Treestand. Hats, gloves, and accessories round out the offerings, helping hunters who need an open-area pattern stay concealed.
For more information on Browning products, please visit web site www.browning.com.
Browning produces official licensed products of Mossy Oak/Haas Outdoors Inc. Haas Outdoors Inc., headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions, Mossy Oak Interactive, LLC and Mossy Oak Properties.
Drake Waterfowl has announced the addition of the new Duck Blind pattern on the new for 2007 Mid-Season Technology (MST) Eqwader Deluxe Quarter Zip pullover.
The fleece-lined, quarter zip includes instinctive features found in waterfowl coats, such as deep water hand-warmer pockets, adjustable neoprene cuffs and a removable hood. Heat escape vents were added to regulate body temperature. Other features include, magnetic chest call pouch, licence/key pouch and call separator.
For perfect balance and comfort, go to the Eqwader. During the early and mid-season, one of the biggest challenges a duck hunter can face, other than killing a limit of birds, is dressing properly with waders. Too much clothing will find you creating your own personal swamp land inside your waders, too little clothing above your waders and Mother Nature will send you right back to camp.
Eqwader is the first garment to combat two totally different environments at the same time. With 100 percent waterproof/windproof/breathable Silencer Micro-Fleece™ or Refuge HS™ with HyperShield Technology™ to fend off the elements and soft, comfortable, highly breathable fleece below your waders, you'll be ready for whatever Mother Nature throws at you.
The Eqwader deluxe quarter zip is available in sizes small to 3X with a suggested retail price starting at $100. It is now available in the all-new Duck Blind pattern.Duck Blind features elements from every sector of the nation's waterfowl highways and was skillfully designed to maintain its effectiveness throughout the waterfowl season in a wide variety of actual waterfowl hunting environments.
For more information on the new Drake Eqwader quarter zip, log on to www.drakewaterfowl.com. For more information on Mossy Oak Duck Blind, log on to www.mossyoak.com.
About Drake Waterfowl: The company produces official licensed products of Mossy Oak/ Haas Outdoors Inc. Haas Outdoors Inc. is headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions and Mossy Oak Properties.
Innovative Designs Inc. introduces revolutionary hunting and outdoor apparel with its Arctic Armor line.
Each Arctic Armor suit utilizes three layers of Innovative Designs' exclusive thermal insulator, INSULTEX™ for protection in sub-zero temperatures. Insultex is the lightest and thinnest thermal insulation ever with remarkable windproof, waterproof and buoyant qualities. The Arctic Armor suit consists of micro-air molecules trapped inside the fabric to enhance buoyancy.
The Arctic Armor jacket features:
Three layers of Insultex
Neck flap to block wind
Adjustable hood
Two-way zipper with snaps
Neoprene cuff with Velcro® adjuster
Toggles and bungee for tightening
Four D-rings for hanging accessories
Four large cargo pockets with snaps
Lined hand warmer pockets
Two lined zipper pockets
The Arctic Armor bibs feature:
Three layers of Insultex
Adjustable nylon suspenders with quick release
Zipper and snaps
Hand warming pockets
Insultex padded seat
Zipper and snap opening to the knees for easy access
Internal tightening system to keep snow out
Super padded knees with Insultex
Two large cargo pockets with snaps
Arctic Armor apparel is available in sizes XS - 3X in red, black or Mossy Oak Duck Blind. Duck Blind features elements from every sector of the nation's waterfowl highways and was skillfully designed to maintain its effectiveness throughout the waterfowl season in a wide variety of actual waterfowl hunting environments.
For more information, log on to www.idigear.com or call 412-799-0350.
About Innovative Designs Inc.:
The company produces official licensed products of Mossy Oak/Haas Outdoors Inc. Haas Outdoors Inc., headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions and Mossy Oak Properties.
Look for products made with Outlast® fabric and fiber the next time you’re out hunting. I bought socks made with this way and sat, without my toes freezing off, for four hours while goose hunting. In fact, my feet remained warm the entire time because Outlast is made to manage the zones between too warm and too cold so the temperature is balanced perfectly by using normal body heat to create a protective thermal barrier that neutralizes common temperature extremes. Outlast products, including parkas, pants, thermal underwear, sleeping bags, gloves, socks, and more, are guaranteed to absorb, store and release body heat, keeping the temperature just right.
Available at sporting goods stores.
The new Spider Jacket by Rivers West is its first completely packable hunting jacket. Weighing a mere 1.2 pounds, the new Spider jacket offers all the stretch, durability, and 100 percent waterproof protection you've come to expect from the award-winning H2P® Waterproof System.
Dual 11-inch ventilation zippers are angled 25 degrees outward from the center front zipper creating superb breathability while providing key storage space with easy access. A waterproof license pocket conveniently located on the left sleeve and matching Sling-GripperTM shoulders are welded onto the Spider for the look, feel, and performance unique to RIVERS WEST.
Additional features include a radial collarTM to protect the back of your neck, an internal storm fly, and a 13 x 7∏-inch mesh tote that stuffs into the left jacket pocket.
With a 10-Year Waterproof Guarantee, a 12-month Unbreakable Warranty, and the new H2PAPF (Advanced Polymer Fabric) Waterproof System, the new Spider jacket will redefine waterproof packables.
The Spider Jacket will be available in Mossy Oak's highly effective new Treestand pattern. It is also produced in Mossy Oak Break-Upâ, Obsessionâ and Duck Blind™ to cover every hunter's needs.
The new Treestand pattern utilizes the same silhouette-altering technology found in all the Mossy Oak patterns. It was designed specifically for hunting from an elevated position, effectively erasing the outline of an elevated hunter among the bare limbs of a late fall tree.
The Spider Jacket is available in sizes S-3XL and sells for a suggested retail price of $149.00.
For more information, contact Matt Ryan with Rivers West Apparel, Inc. at mryan@riverswest.com.
Rivers West Apparel produces official licensed products of Mossy Oak/Haas Outdoors Inc. Haas Outdoors Inc., headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions, Mossy Oak Interactive, LLC and Mossy Oak Properties.
Pheasants Forever (PF) has announced that it has chosen leading outdoor company Schnee's of Bozeman, Montana, as PF's new official upland footwear provider.
"Schnee's has a well-deserved reputation as one of the nation's leading manufacturers and retailers of outstanding gear, apparel, and footwear for hunters," said Ben Streitz, PF's Director of Special Markets, "And they have a long history of supporting wildlife and habitat conservation. The combination of Schnee's commitment to conservation, together with their hunting footwear expertise, selection, and first- rate customer service makes Schnee's the ideal footwear partner for our membership." He continued, "Many of our members are already loyal Schnee's customers, and those who may not know Schnee's yet will like what they find."
"Pheasants Forever is doing some really important work in the area of upland habitat conservation," said Schnee'‚s General Manager, Les Hausauer, "And PF is the only national conservation organization where 100 percent of the funds raised by local chapters stay with local chapters." Hausauer continued, "We are avid outdoors-people here at Schnee's, and hunting is a way of life for us. We're really proud to be partnering with Pheasants Forever and working together with PF to preserve the great tradition of upland bird hunting for future generations."
Schnee's provides a vast array of upland footwear that meets the specific demands of PF members. "Pheasants Forever members are very serious about their sport, hunting an average of 25 to 30 days per season," Hausauer said, "We provide hunters with a vast selection of footwear, from our growing line of Schnee's hunting boots, to Danner, Lowa, Russell and many other top quality hunting brands. This is high quality footwear at a fair
value that meets the needs of the most demanding of hunters."
For 20 years, Schnee's has manufactured a line of Schnee's hunting boots that has become legendary among avid hunters. This year, Schnee's is introducing its new Bozeman upland boots that are specifically designed for warmer, earlier season upland conditions.
"We have experienced an incredible response to the Bozeman boots," said Tom Johnson, Schnee's head of wholesale operations. "The Bozeman is very lightweight, fully waterproof, and incredibly comfortable for long days in the field," said Johnson.
"And it looks good, too," added PF'‚s Streitz. Streitz said the Bozeman boot will be a featured item at all local PF banquets. The Schnee's 13" Sportsman pac boot is available at the PF online MarketPlace as well as the MarketPlace featured in PF's magazine, the PF Journal of Upland Conservation.
All Schnee's products come with Schnee's industry leading 100% satisfaction guarantee.
For more Schnee's products and information, visit web site www.schnees.com.
According to Denny Pitman, some of the mistakes made while hunting waterfowl is not using a mix of decoy species. "A lot of people hunt exclusively over mallard decoys, but if there are pintails, widgeons or gadwall around," he says, "use a few decoys of those species to make your spread more realistic. Another important point about using decoys is to be sure they are clean. Use your best looking decoys around the landing area you have created in your spread. It seems like pressured birds are looking for any excuse not to land. You are a lot better off using two dozen clean decoys than six dozen dirty ones."
Good camo is also very important. "You definitely need to blend in with your surroundings. The most important thing is to be sure your blind doesn't stand out. I have seen blinds in a cornfield that were brushed in with oak branches. Pressured ducks and geese will key in on anything that doesn't look natural and shy away."
As to using flags for geese, Pitman suggests 'going out and watching how geese land and how they flap their wings when they are on the ground. Many hunters try to imitate a spinning wing duck decoy when they flag and do more harm than good. Geese are a lot different than ducks. Try to imitate geese landing in the spread when the birds are a long way off. When they get close, switch over to mimicking the wing beats of geese on the ground stretching their wings."
lTo increase the odds of being successful hunting spring snow geese, Pitman advises that "Snow geese require a different decoy spread than Canada geese. Their behavior is different. You also can't just put a big blob of snow goose decoys in a field and expect them to land. I use a large number of decoys, but try to mix in full bodied, rag and silhouettes together. You still have to provide an opening in the spread for the birds to land. Snows will work the upper 1/3 of your spread, so put your best decoys there. That is also where your blinds and best callers should be. Snow geese are also susceptible to flagging. Remember, spring snows have been hunted hard, so the more realistic you can make things look, the better your chances. Since snow geese are on the move, it is important to do some scouting the day before you set up. Once they clean the feed up on a field, they will leave, so they may not be in the same place more than a couple of days. Moving and setting up again can be a lot of work, but it can also be well worth it."
To learn more, Pitman directs hunters to web site www.hunterspec.com.
Predator hunting is one of the fastest growing segments of the hunting market. Al Morris, a champion coyote caller and member of the Hunter's Specialties Pro Staff, gives tips on predator hunting basics.
"I know it sounds cliché, but you need to hunt where predators live. Scouting is king in my world. If I see coyote or bobcat sign in an area while I am hunting other game, I make a point to log it in so I can return to these places later. Tracks and scat help you see where the animals are concentrated. Coyotes will serenade you at night, as well, giving away their general location.
" After locating a good spot, proper set up is important. You need to learn to find spots that make it easy for a predator to approach your position without seeing or smelling you. In a perfect world, the sun would be at your back and the wind in your face, but you will seldom find those conditions. Use the terrain to your advantage and remember predators will usually always try to approach from down wind. If possible, try to have a shooting lane down wind. I like to use Hunter's Specialties Scent-A-Way products to minimize my human scent. This often gives me closer shots because even though they are down wind, they don't smell me."
How hard is it to master different calls? According to Al, "The easiest calls are, of course, the electronic ones. The Johnny Stewart Attractor and PreyMaster Callers are durable and affordable and feature the authentic Johnny Stewart sounds, which I consider some of the best available. It is always good to learn to blow a mouth call as well. Don't get too hung up on technique, because everyone is a little different in the way they call. Just learn to put plenty of emotion into the calling series. Remember, you are trying to re-create the sound of an animal in distress."
"Regarding equipment, I usually recommend first-time predator hunters get a good caller. After that, it is decent camo, something to sit on, and your favorite deer rifle or turkey gun. You may want to get a rifle more suited to predators later on, but start out with a minimum of equipment until you decide to get more serious. It's important to learn to hunt outside the box; scout in areas where others do not. Sometimes a hunter that avoids the wide open areas where most people go will find success in thicker cover using a shotgun. Don't be afraid to try different sounds. If predators have heard plenty of dying rabbit calls in your area, use a bird or fawn distress to get their interest."
To learn more about Hunter's Specialties products, visit web site www.hunterspec.com or call toll free 1-800-728-0321. Watch Hunter's Specialties Outdoors on the Outdoor Channel
Woo Daves is a world champion bass angler, but did you know that he’s an accomplished hunter as well? Woo tells his friends to remember that the wind can either be their best friend, or their worst enemy. Woo, a member of Wrangler ProGrear Outdoor Advisory Team, advises, “Not letting your target get a whiff of you. Always approach your hunting from downwind.
Outdoor journalist Mark Kayser, a member of the Wranger ProGear Outdoor Advisory Team, has a good tip if you attend a turkey-calling competition. “Be sure to take note of the realistic tones and cadences used, but be conservative in your presentation. Don‚t mimic the loud and contentious calling style. Less is best when you want to bring a gobbler into white-of-the-eye range. Calling too much risks having a gobbler stop and wait for the turned-on hen to arrive.”
Just before turkey season starts, hunters gather their gear. With the following tips from Alex Rutledge, a Hunter's Specialties Pro Staff member, you're chances of bagging a gobbler are terrific:
“Part of being a successful turkey hunter is not only calling, but attention to detail. I like to take proper care of my calls so that they sound consistent all the time," notes Alex. "If you use a slate call, for instance, sand the call one way so that the striker bites better and you have more control. I always store my diaphragm calls in the refrigerator to keep the reeds in good shape. Give them a good rinse with mouthwash to keep them germ-free and better-tasting as well.”
While in the field: “If you are hunting with a buddy, always separate a few feet when using locator calls. This will help you hear more turkeys. Once I have located a bird, I like to use a hen and a Jake decoy to get the gobbler’s attention. When the gobbler sees my set-up, he starts to think, ‘I’m in love and I’m ready to fight’. Now that his attention is on the decoys, I can get away with a little more movement if I have to. Of course this works best on dominant turkeys.”
What is the best call to use?: “All types of calls have their place. Box calls are great for calling during windy conditions; glass calls are often high-pitched and cause gobblers to respond; slate calls produce great soft purrs and yelps. I really like diaphragm calls because you can make all the sounds of the wild turkey and they are hands-free, so you don’t have to worry about movement. That is what makes them great for closing the deal when the bird is almost in range. I also like to do a soft yelp or two when I click the safety off on my gun to cover the noise. The truth is any call, when used properly, can call in a turkey on any given day. ”
Where can hunters go to learn more?: “They can visit our web site at www.hunterspec.com.”
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“Sometimes people get the idea that the morning hunt is over after the first hour or hour and a half. This just isn’t true. If you are not successful early, be patient and listen. If that old gobbler is with some hens, he may start gobbling again later in the morning and you can call him in. If you are in a state that allows all day hunting, don’t overlook the afternoon when the hens have left to go lay their eggs.”
What is a common mistake hunters make?
“Hiding too well in your set up. If you are hidden to the point that you can’t easily swing your gun for a shot, or can’t see the approaching gobbler, you will miss a lot of opportunities to take a bird. Use good camouflage and depend on it to hide you.”
What about calling?
“Learn to use multiple turkey calls. Don’t depend on just one. Each turkey may react differently from one call to another. The same bird may like a different call on any given day.”
Do you use decoys?
“Decoys can be very beneficial, especially if you are hunting around fields. The gobbler hears calling and expects to see a hen when he is coming in. I like to use two hens and a jake. A dominant bird will often come running when he thinks a jake may be breeding hens.”
What if I go out and don’t hear any gobbling?
“On silent or bad weather days I will go where I have seen or worked turkeys in the past. It is a good time to set up a blind and make an occasional call. If turkeys frequent the area, they will more than likely come by. Another tactic if you have plenty of ground is to keep moving, or ‘run and gun’. Keep a close eye out for birds, especially in fields and openings.”
Where can people go to learn more?
“They can visit our web site at www.hunterspec.com and go to the ‘Ask the Pros’ section.”
\Pheasants Forever (PF) has announced a new website for the organization's Ringnecks program, www.ringnecks.org. The new site will continue the Ringnecks mission of fostering youth interest in upland game bird hunting, shooting sports, habitat and wildlife conservation with a variety of content and features.
The site features Ringnecks' own loveable mascot, Rudy the Rooster. Unveiled at National Pheasant Fest in Des Moines, Iowa, this past January, Rudy is a friendly, cartoon ring-necked rooster geared to appeal to youth. In Rudy's Challenge, one of the site's main attractions, Rudy offers up interactive outdoor challenges which will change on a monthly basis. The site also includes puzzles and articles from PF's Upland Tales magazine, facts about pheasants and other wildlife, as well as profiles from the 20 members of the Ringnecks National Youth Leadership Council.
"Youth in this day and age spend a lot of time on the net, and they go there for information as well as entertainment," said Cheryl Riley, PF's Vice President of Education & Outreach. "We felt it important that they have a kid-friendly site where they could learn about pheasants and our organization and one that will hopefully motivate them to get outdoors and explore."
Because the Ringnecks site was designed with youth in mind, site-goers are encouraged to offer feedback via e-mail on what they'd like to see on the site. Coming soon, the site will offer outdoor-themed flash games and a photo gallery where users will be able to submit their own photos.
The Ringnecks site is available to anyone, but it does offer information on how one can become a Ringnecks member, as well as a direct link to PF's web site. Youth interested in joining PF can sign up for a Ringnecks youth membership. The Ringnecks membership comes with a year's subscription to the "Upland Tales" magazine (4 issues), a Ringnecks membership card, and an invitation to your local PF chapter banquet. To sign up, call PF toll free at (877)773-2070 or log onto the PF website at www.PheasantsForever.org. Ringnecks membership is $15 annually.
PF and its quail division, Quail Forever (QF), are non-profit conservation organizations dedicated to the protection and enhancement of pheasant, quail, and other wildlife populations in North America through habitat improvement, land management, public awareness, and education. PF/QF have more than 115,000 members in 700 local chapters across the continent. The organization boasts almost 16,000 youth members.
The All Natural Biodegradable Insect Repellent Towelettes made by La Fresh are the perfect answer for always having insect repellent on hand - whether it's when traveling by car, train, boat, or bus. Carry the easy-to-use towelettes in yur purse or backpack where it takes up the tiniest space so they're always ready to use outdoors while enjoying your favorite activities. Carry them in your bike bag, too, or even your pocket! DEET-free, they are also biodegradable and TSA friendly.
The La Fresh Insect Repellent Towelettes are $4.99 for six or $19.99 for 30. For more information go to web sitewww.LaFreshGroup.com.
ThermaCELL, manufacturer of the only portable, butane-operated, area mosquito repellent, offers an attractive upright lantern that provides not only unmatched protection from insects, but ambient outdoor lighting as well. No more swatting, no more lotions or sprays, and no need to buy expensive bug tents: the ThermaCELL Lantern is up to 98% effective at warding off mosquitoes, black flies, and no-see-ums.
The ThermaCELL Lantern is silent and odor free, has no messy wax, and turns off automatically if accidentally tipped over. It operates on a single butane cartridge, which heats a mat releasing Allethrin, an insect repellent that is a synthetic copy of pyrethrin, a natural insecticide found in the pyrethrum flower, creating a 15 x 15–foot comfort zone. Each mat contains enough repellent for four hours of protection and each butane cartridge will operate the unit for 12 hours.
The Lantern is available in a standard clear, as well as a mood version that provides a vivid, ever-changing “color show” of rainbow light. The Mood Lantern is best viewed in low-light conditions and adds ambiance to any patio, deck or campsite.
The Mood Lantern can be used as a Mosquito Repellent Lantern, as a Mood Lantern, or as both at the same time. The “color show” uses a proprietary battery-operated LED unit imbedded in the base of the lantern and is activated by pressing the “ON” button on the bottom of the unit. The zone of mosquito protection is activated by inserting a butane cartridge and repellent mat and lighting the lantern.
The Lantern comes with one butane cartridge and three repellent mats. The Mood Lantern comes with one butane cartridge, three repellent mats, and 4 batteries. Both lanterns are 8.5” tall and 5” in diameter at the widest point. MSRP is $24.99 for clear and $29.99 for the Mood Lantern. Both are available at mass merchants, hardware stores, and outdoor retailers.
ThermaCELL, a division of The Schawbel Corporation of Bedford, Massachusetts, utilizes patented technology to create cordless, portable appliances powered by replaceable butane cartridges.
For more information on ThermaCELL’s complete line of products call 1-8-NO-SKEETERS. For retail locations visit www.thermacell.com.
The world’s most effective area insect repellent is now available in the world’s most effective camo pattern--REALTREE® Hardwoods Green HD™. With the announcement of a new Team REALTREE ThermaCELL® mosquito repellent unit, this important tool can blend in just as well as all your other hunting gear.
“Since the folks at REALTREE are huge fans of the unique ThermaCELL mosquito repellent system, it only made sense for us to come out with a Team REALTREE unit,” said Allegra Lowitt, Vice President of Marketing for ThermaCELL. “REALTREE produces the top camo patterns, so partnering with them will definitely benefit both companies.”
The ThermaCELL system creates a 15 x 15-foot zone of protection that is up to 98% effective against mosquitoes and other biting insects. REALTREE, a highly regarded brand in the outdoor industry, produces some of the most realistic and recognized camouflage patterns on the market. With ThermaCELL now available in REALTREE Hardwoods Green HD, not only is the repellent undetectable to game, so is the unit.
The unit operates on a single butane cartridge, which heats a mat releasing Allethrin, a synthetic copy of a naturally occurring insect repellent. Each mat contains enough repellent for four hours of protection, and each butane cartridge will operate the unit for 12 hours.
The REALTREE ThermaCELL appliance , MSRP $29.99, measures 7.5” long and 1.5” thick, and is 3” wide at the top, 1.5” at the bottom. It weighs a mere 6.4 ounces with a full butane cartridge.
ThermaCELL, a division of The Schawbel Corporation of Bedford, Massachusetts, utilizes patented technology to create cordless, portable appliances powered by replaceable butane cartridges.
For more information on ThermaCELL’s complete line of products call 1-8-NO-SKEETERS. For retail locations visit www.thermacell.com.
I'm off to Florida where I'll be camping and kayaking. One thing I won't forget to take with me is Thermacell's new Mosquito Repellent System because, no matter who I'm with, I'm always the one who gets bitten - even through my clothing! With this unique butane-operated mosquito repellent system, I no longer have to use smelly sprays, greasy lotions, or cumbersome netting -- because not only is it highly-effective, but it's small, portable, and fits neatly into a pack or vest pocket.
The unit, which operates on a single butane cartridge, heats a mat releasing Allethrin, an insect repellent that is a synthetic copy of pyrethrin, a natural insecticide found in the pyrethrum flower. Each mat contains enough repellent for four hours of protection and each butane cartridge will operate the unit for 12 hours. The odorless 4.5 x 4.5 meter comfort zone offers up to 98% effective protection against mosquitoes, blackflies, and other biting insects. With the click of a button, ThermaCell is on and repelling these nasty insects, and the complete comfort zone is created in under 10 minutes.
This must-have, especially if you're tired of scratching those horrible, itchy bites, unit has been used by professionals around the world, including the U.S. Army in Iraq, Kuwait and Afghanistan, and has been approved by the PRMA for safety and effectiveness. The unit is available in Olive, Grey, or Woodland Camouflage, and the suggested retail price is $21.99 for Olive or Grey, and $24.99 for Woodland. The unit measures 19 cm x 7.6 cm x 3.8 cm at the top, and 19 cm x 3.8 cm x 3.8 cm at the bottom, and weighs only 6.4 ounces with a full butane cartridge.
For more information on this and ThermaCELL's complete line of products, call 781-541-6900, or for retail locations, check web site www.thermacell.com.
Innovative Don’t Bug Me! Skin Patch Provides Effective All-Natural Insect Repellent and Protection for Up To 36 hours; DEET-free and Safe for Children
Don’t let mosquitoes or other pesky bugs take a bite out of you this summer. While bug bites are often seen as a necessary evil of outdoor activity, statistics show that these bites can also be dangerous – leading to increased incidence of West Nile, Encephalitis and Lyme disease and even illnesses such as Malaria acquired through international travel. And then there’s the annoying itching, swelling and redness that also occur when a nasty bug takes a bite out of your skin.
Just in time for summer, the Don’t Bug Me! insect repellent patch offers a first of its kind solution -- a transdermal skin patch that delivers a combination of protective Vitamin B1 and aloe combination throughout the body. One patch protects against bites from pesky, disease-carrying mosquitoes, gnats, ticks, chiggers, sand fleas and no seeums for up to 36 hours.
Concerns about increased prevalence of West Nile, Encephalitis and Lyme disease in the United States and also exposure to Malaria and other diseases have helped fuel sales of insect repellent, up over 30 percent since 2001. The potential of disease, coupled with concerns about the possible side effects of DEET, have led a growing number of consumers, particularly parents, searching for insect repellents that work but have low or no toxicity. This summer, the Don’t Bug Me! Patch may provide the answer.
Vitamin B1 is the key effective ingredient in Don’t Bug Me! Patch, and when applied to the skin, provides protection from biting insects. The thiamine-based formula is absorbed into the bloodstream through the transdermal delivery of the Don’t Bug Me! Patch. Excess B1 is then secreted through the body’s pores, creating an odor that is almost undetectable to humans, but offensive to mosquitoes. This odor forms a protective barrier around the body that shields the user from mosquitoes and other biting insects. Aloe, the other active ingredient, accelerates the absorption of the B1 and serves as an anti-inflammatory, and in the event of a rare bite — it helps reduce the reaction, particularly for those who are sensitive to mosquito bites.
“Families and outdoor enthusiasts want to enjoy being outside without constantly worrying about risks from a mosquito or bug bites,” says Trish Tompkins, co-founder of Don’t Bug Me! “At the same time, as research continues to build around the potential risks of DEET, particularly for children, parents would rather rely on natural and safe bug repellents to protect them from annoying biting pests.”
“Family and friends rave about the effectiveness and convenience of the patch,” adds Chari Kauffman, co-founder, whose friends recently volunteered to try Don’t Bug Me! Patch during a weekend camping trip with their family. When the mother of the family arrived at her campsite, she discovered she only had two patches with her instead of the four she needed to protect her family. She quickly applied the patches to her two daughters. All weekend, the girls were bite free, while she and her husband were swatting mosquitoes and covered with bites.
Don’t Bug Me! Patch offers the following positive attributes as compared to messy sprays, lotions or towelettes:
Early testing with select Boy Scout groups, members of the U.S. Army and professionals who spend their days working outside in bug-infested areas has brought in rave reviews about the effectiveness of Don’t Bug Me! Patch More specifically:
· EODT, a security company for the U.S. government while helping to rebuild Iraq used the patches and re-ordered when they realized the patch works against sand fleas, a larger problem than mosquitoes in Iraq.
· More than 30 soldiers in the U.S. Army tried the product while in the deep woods near the Arkansas river and found they were effective during their three-week stay in the chigger infested woods. They reported NO bites from mosquito, chiggers, or ticks.
The Don’t Bug Me! Patch received the Most Innovative Product Award at the Natural Products Expo East Show in October 2006. At the same show, Supermarket Guru, Phil Lempert of The Today Show and Jeff Nibbler from SPINS highlighted the product’s “wonderful innovation.”
The Don’t Bug Me! Patch is available at natural food stores and major retailers nationwide. The product comes in a five-pack for a suggested retail price of $4.99 and a 10 pack for a suggested retail price of $7.99.
For more information on where to buy, visit www.dontbugmepatch.com
Browning’s diverse line of knives for the avid outdoorsman and collector continues to grow with new models being added for 2008.
Browning’s new Hunting Traditions Series knives are offered in two fixed blade models that are custom crafted from enhanced 440-A stainless steel. The full-length tang on each model is flanked by handles that feature the unique combination of genuine stag with contrasting Paraguayan ebony for a striking look. Each knife includes a fitted walnut display case and matching lithograph that is suitable for framing. A limited run of 2,000 of each of these knives are being crafted. The Limited Edition Whitetail model and Limited Edition Mallard model both will feature 3 3/4" blade lengths, Suggested Retail, $199.95.
The new Escalade series fixed blade knives are built to last with a rugged, edge-holding 440-C stainless steel blade forged in either a functional skinner type or versatile drop point style. Handles will be offered in either Box elder burl or Krayton rubber. Blade length for skinner models is 2 1/2" and 3 1/2" for drop point models. Wood handle versions will be supplied with a leather sheath and Krayton rubber handles models will be supplied with a Cordura® Sheath. Suggested Retail $39.95 – $79.95.
The new Aztec pocket knives put a twist on tradition by combining two favorite handle materials, wood and stag, into one great looking knife. The unique grain of zebra wood is the perfect companion to traditional stag. Two, three and four blade styles are available in blade lengths from 2" to 3 1/2", Suggested Retail, $29.95- $39.95.
Browning will also expand its Scrimshaw series knives to include the Mallard, Pheasant and Turkey models. A new Carbon fiber handle Eclipse series knife is also new 2008.
Crimson Trace has developed a revolutionary new set of Lasergrips for the Smith & Wesson M&P compact pistols. The LG-661 fits the compact M&P chambered in .40 S&W, 9mm and the.357 SIG caliber of pistols. Suggested retail price is $329.00.
The compact LG-661 is as unique in design as the full-size version it mirrors, the LG-660. It replaces the stock M&P back strap grip insert and slides into place in just a few seconds using existing factory parts. It is instinctively activated by a pressure switch built into the backstrap of the polymer Lasergrip. Simply grasping the firearm in a normal shooting grip activates the laser. All electrical components fit into the Lasergrip, which is the same size and shape of the original M&P medium sized back strap.
There are two #2032 batteries located in the palm swell on the sides of the Lasergrips, providing over 4 hours of a constant-on beam time. The master switch is also located on the backstrap and uses a new touch sensor switch versus a mechanical switch as found on other Lasergrips. This allows the user to turn the unit on or off even while using gloves. Users simply press and hold the recessed pressure switch to turn the power on or off. The texture of the unit is almost identical to the stock S&W grip. Rubber overmolding on the backstrap covers the master on/off switch and the activation button, providing improved grip while shooting. This fully integrated laser sighting system is another Crimson Trace first in the marketplace.
Another feature of the LG-661 is that it uses a smaller 3.3mm diameter laser diode versus the standard 5.6mm diameter diode that is found in most all other brands of laser sighting devices. This results in a lower profile diode housing and a laser that emits the same brightness as one almost twice its size. As with all other Lasergrips, the LG-661 has both windage and elevation adjustments for shooters to make adjustments on their own. All Lasergrips come with an accessory pack that contains batteries, hex wrenches for laser adjustments, a cleaning cloth and several cleaning swabs. A three-year warranty is standard.
Lasergrips are made in the United States of America. Crimson Trace is the world's only manufacturer of grip-integrated laser sighting systems. Police, all branches of the U.S. Military, and responsible citizens' worldwide use patented Lasergrips. Crimson Trace Lasergrips are recommended as an essential accessory by some of the world's top firearm instructors.
To find a dealer or get a catalog, please call 1-800-442-2406 or e-mail customer@crimsontrace.com.
The hottest Lasergrips design to come along this season., the XD Lasergrips feature a remarkable new design concept to incorporate a laser sight into a polymer pistol. This revolutionary design encircles the polymer grip of the XD and is anchored in place by a locking piece that covers the beavertail, leaving the key ergonomic characteristics of the XD in place.
Technical Specs
Material is Durable Hard Polymer; Activation is Instinctive Activation; Front User Adjustable Both Windage and Elevation; Master On/Off Switch; Three year complete warranty; Beam Intensity is 5mw peak, 633 nm, class IIIa laser. It has the maximum output that federal law and technology allow with a Dot Size of approximately 0.5" diameter at 50 feet. The power source is two #2032 lithium batteries, included; with over four hours of on-time use and a five year shelf life.
For more information contact Crimson Trace Corporation at 1-800-442-2406 or visit www.crimsontrace.com.
Wilsonville, ORCrimson Trace has introduced the new LG-105 Defender Series Lasergrips for the Smith & Wesson J-frame round butt revolvers. This new model adds to the company’s existing product line for the J-frame, incorporating a rugged two-piece polymer Lasergrip with the company’s standard front activation. The LG-105 is available now. The series, which also includes models for the Ruger SP101 and Taurus small frame revolvers will be priced at $209.00 MSRP, the lowest price ever offered.
The Defender Series is an excellent entry-level product that offers the same performance features that Crimson Trace has pioneered: Instinctive activation, windage and elevation sighting adjustments and grip-integrated laser sighting system, all precision engineered and manufactured in the USA using superior components.
The Defender Series was designed for concealed carry and defensive use. All Defender Series Lasergrips have instinctive front activation and rugged polymer side panels for ease of draw and speed-to-target out of concealment. Each original design is based on a boot-grip variant and is very compact in size. Two 2032 batteries located in the grip provide over 4 hours of constant-on beam. Installation is a breeze. Just remove the stock grip, install the two batteries in the side panels of the Lasergrips, and install the Lasergrip in place of the stock grip.
Lasergrips come pre-sighted from the factory at 50 feet. All Lasergrips come with an accessory pack that contains batteries, hex wrenches for laser adjustments, a cleaning cloth and several cleaning swabs. A three-year warranty is standard.
Crimson Trace is the only manufacturer of grip-integrated laser sighting systems. Police, all branches of the U.S. Military, and responsible citizens worldwide use patented Lasergrips. Crimson Trace Lasergrips are recommended as an essential accessory by some of the world’s top firearm trainers.
For more information, contact 1-800-442-2406 or visit www.crimsontrace.com
Crimson Trace has announced the latest advancement in J-frame Lasergrip technology for the Smith & Wesson small J-frame revolver. The new Model, LG-405, offers the mot ergonomic and slimmest grip ever designed with the advantage of built-in laser with the proven performance Crimson Trace is known for. Previously, the company provided two options for the S&W J-frame. The hard polymer Lasergrips, (LG-205) for ease of draw from deep concealment, or the more comfortable LG-305 that offers a rubber over molded construction for comfort during extended shooting sessions. With the new LG-405, you get the advantages of both.
The LG-405 features recoil-reducing rubber on both the front strap and the back strap while including a proprietary hard polymer for both side panels of the grip. A revolutionary airspace is located in the backstrap so when the recoil hits, it is reduced by the rubber backstrap giving a little into that air space, much like a car's hock absorber. This latest advancement makes shooting a lightweight Scandium frame .357 feel more like a .38 special.
This new model also features innovations over the current offerings by using an integrated one-piece design for easy installation, snap-in battery retainers, generous relief in the side panels to facilitate speed loaders and a master power switch. The Lasergrips are sighted in for 50 feet at the factory but can be zeroed in at different distances by using the windage and elevation adjustments. Patented Lasergrips, the world's only grip-integrated laser sight system, incorporate a laser sight and pressure-sensitive activation switch in the ergonomically designed grip. The LG-405 utilizes a front activated, rubber-overmolded switch to turn on the laser's bright, steady beam when the firearm is held in a normal firing grip. No other laser sighting system has this 'instinctive activation' feature.
The suggested price is $299. For more information, contact Crimson Trace Corporation, 8089 SW Cirrus Drive, Beaverton, Oregon 97008; 800-442-2406, or check web site www.crimsontrace.com.
The Pro-Custom Lasergrips are stock Lasergrips that have a custom pattern imparted on them using a proprietary process. This process changes the finish of the Lasergrips to a rich burlwood. 1911’s are some of the most well crafted guns so it simply made sense to make a custom Lasergrip to enhance the look and performance of the 1911.
The burlwood styled LG-401-P1 fits all full-size 1911’s while the LG-404-P1 fits the officer, compact and defender versions of the 1911.
Crimson Trace produces industry-leading laser sights that have been proven to help shooters at every skill level achieve greater speed, accuracy, and confidence.
Lasergrips stand apart as the world's only grip-integrated laser sight. Whether you want enhanced personal defense capabilities, enhanced low-light targeting, or just an exciting new shooting experience, Lasergrips will give you confidence in your ability to shoot well, regardless of the situation.
Crimson Trace has released a new Lasergrips model, the LG-490, that fits the small semi-auto Bobcat and Tomcat from Beretta. This new model complements the company's offerings of grip-integrated laser sighting systems for concealed carry firearms. The LG-490 has a unique front activation button that is located near the bottom of the grip itself, and is instinctively activated with the ring finger of the shooter, a first for Crimson Trace. The Lasergrip itself has been ergonomically designed to increase comfort and control of these small firearms while shooting. Incidentally, while this Lasergrip was designed to fit right-handed shooters perfectly, there is a slight indentation on the right side of the grip that provides a left-handed shooter an ideal place for the middle finger to wrap around the grip.
Another break-through feature of the LG-490 is that this is the first model to use a smaller 3.3mm diameter laser diode vs. the standard 5.6 diameter diode that is found in all other laser sighting devices. This advancement in laser diode technology allows an even crisper and clearer beam, and makes the LG-490 the slimmest unit yet. The entire grip is molded from a hard polymer to decrease drag while drawing the small semi-auto from a pocket or holster. As with all other Lasergrips, the LG-490 has both windage and elevation adjustments for shooters to make adjustments on their own. All Lasergrips come with an accessory pack that contains batteries, hex wrenches for user adjustability, a cleaning cloth and several cleaning swabs. A three-year warranty is standard. Suggested retail price on the Model LG-490 is $269.00.
Crimson Trace is the only manufacturer of grip-integrated laser sighting systems. Police, all branches of the U.S. Military, and responsible citizens worldwide use patented Lasergrips. Crimson Trace Lasergrips are recommended as an essential accessory by some of the world’s top firearm trainers. For more information, call 1-800-442-2406.
Crimson Trace has introduced the second generation of Lasergrips for Taurus small-framed revolvers, the LG-385. The LG-385 incorporates rubber overmolded construction to provide enhanced grip and reduce the shock of felt recoil. It is contoured to be both comfortable and secure in your hand while shooting. Slight indentations allow the shooter to grasp the small revolver in a natural shooting grip that will instinctively activate the front-mounted pressure switch with the middle finger. The two-piece construction covers both the front and back of the revolver grip with a tactile rubber overmold.
The LG-385 uses the same common CR2032 batteries as the majority of the other models of Lasergrips and provides a constant on time of four hours. Shelf life is five years on these batteries and should provide several years of heavy shooting laser life. As with all other Lasergrips, the LG-385 is user adjustable for windage and elevation. For those wanting to have the laser turned off in certain situations, there is a master on/off switch located on the bottom of the Lasergrips. Installation is a breeze with the new LG-385. Simply remove the stock grips and attach the Lasergrip using the supplied screws. The Lasergrip is pre-sighted at the factory for 50 feet but can be changed by the shooter by turning the elevation and windage adjustment screws located on the laser diode housing. All Lasergrips come with an accessory pack that contains batteries, hex wrenches for user adjustability, a cleaning cloth and several cleaning swabs. A three-year warranty is standard. Suggested retail price on the Model LG-385 is $299.00.
For more information, call 1-800-442-2406.
Crimson Trace Corporation has added yet another revolver Lasergrip to its ever-growing stable. The LG-344 is a unique Lasergrip that fits the Ruger GP-100 and the Ruger Super Redhawk line of revolvers.
The new LG-344 has several features that make it unique. One distinction of the LG-344 is that it is constructed of a rubber overmold with removable inserts. It comes with checkered black hard-polymer inserts that can be removed and replaced with the stock wood panels that typically come with the pistol (see fit notes). Unlike any other of the company's handgun Lasergrips, the LG-344 uses a CR123 battery for up to 20 times the run time of our other Lasergrips. That means about 20 hours of constant on. That is more than enough battery life to last a good 3 years of regular shooting. Other features that have been integrated into these Lasergrips are a storage space for the Allen wrench that adjusts the laser sight as well as a slot for the Ruger disassembly pin.
The grip itself has three distinct finger grooves molded into the front of the grip for added purchase and offers the latest front activation switch to give users ambidextrous, instinctive activation. The master on/off switch is located conveniently on the bottom of the grip.
The LG-344 has been torture tested at the range with the Ruger Super RedHawk Alaskan chambered in the powerful .480 Ruger. The company used COR®BON 275gr DPX to make sure the Lasergrip could take the recoil of the larger caliber revolvers. Even after hundreds of rounds of this powerful cartridge, the Lasergrip held true to Zero. Targeted retail price on the Model LG-344 is $299.00.
For more information, please contact us at 1-800-442-2406.
Eliminate odor in your hunting clothing — and your body — with the new bio-degradable Hunter’s Clothes Wash introduced by Pete Rickard Inc. Containing no U.V. brighteners, the wash is concentrated, so only 1/4 cup per wash load is necessary; it comes in a 12 oz. oval plastic squeeze bottle with a flip top cap; and satisfaction is guaranteed.
At stores or, for more information, contact Pete Rickard, Inc., the oldest hunting scent manufacturer in the US, at Cobleskill, New York; 518-234-2731. (Reviewed 2005
If you’re into reloading, for only $10, you can get five reloading data guides, two extensive mail order catalogs, seven component and equipment catalogs, and a safety guide to ammunition reloading. All this from the National Reloading Manufacturers Association (NRMA) in a single packet called the Reloading Catalog of Catalogs. Weighing over three pounds, it has enough information to start your own load-it-yourself library!
Send a check or money order for $10 to NRMA Catalog of Catalogs, One Centerpointe Drive, Suite 300, Lake Oswego, OR 97035. For more information, check web site www.reload-nrma.com.
C-1000 Straight OAL Gauge
C-1550 Curved OAL Gauge
B234-678 Bullet Comparator – Basic Set
B – 14 Bullet Comparator – Complete Set
RF17-22 Rimfi re Rim Thickness Gauge
HK – 66 Headspace Gauge (kit)
HK – 55 Headspace (bushings only)
In the future, these tools will be marketed as Hornady Lock-N-LoadTM reloading tools and be packaged in Hornady packaging. Hornady will be handling all marketing and customer service for these fine products. The same part numbers will be retained to simplify the ordering and identification process for customers; however, the company was required to change the UPC codes, per retail code standard. All customer support and technical questions should be directed to Hornady Customer Service at 308-382-1390 or web site www.hornady.com.
Lapua, one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of match-grade cartridge cases, bullets, and loaded ammunition, has published its second edition of “Shooting and Reloading Manual” for hand loaders. It includes extensive sections regarding proper procedures as well as accuracy enhancing techniques; informative technical material on the composition and manufacture of all cartridge components; cases, primers, powders and bullets; as well as detailed sections regarding ballistics, technical tips, and an extensive glossary.
The load data is specific to Lapua projectiles, and covers a broad range of rifle and handgun calibers. Detailed descriptions of each Lapua bullet are provided prior to the specific load data. Descriptions include the popular Scenar and Lock Base match bullets, the Nega and Forex hunting bullets, and special application bullets such as the Hollow Point, Full Metal Jacket Boat Tail and Soft Point designs. CEPP and Megashock as well as FMJ and Lead Wadcutter match bullets are featured in the handgun section. For each rifle or handgun bullet, loading data is included for Vihtavuori propellants as well as several popular American propellants.
The Manual is available from MidwayUSA, 800-243-3220, and Champion Shooters Supply, 614-855-1603, as well as other distributors. Or, order it directly from Kaltron-Pettibone, the U.S. importer for $22 plus shipping and handling. For more information, contact Kaltron-Pettibone, 1241 Ellis Street, Bensenville, IL 60106; 630-350-1116 or web site www.vihtavuori.com.
MidwayUSA, a catalog and internet retailer offering "Just About Everything" for Shooting, Reloading, and Gunsmithing, has introduced the addition of Shilen Drop-In Match Barrels and Bolts for the AR-15 to the MidwayUSA's product line. You can now receive a custom AR-15 experience with the convenience of a drop-in barrel. To create these barrel and bolt sets, Shilen starts with their match-grade stainless steel blanks. The blanks are then turned, chambered and headspaced, with a bolt specifically numbered to each barrel. Currently, MidwayUSA is the only retailer stocking these barrels. Six barrels are available in four chamberings -- 17 Remington, 204 Ruger, 223 Remington (Wylde) or 223 Remington (Match) -- with the 223 Remington (Wylde) available in three rifling/contour configurations.
Retail price for the 17 Remington barrel is $429.99 -- all other barrels are $399.99. For more information on Midway USA, call 1-800-243-3220, or check web site www.midwayusa.com.
Timney Manufacturing, one of the oldest and largest trigger manufacturers in the world, has been making replacement triggers for the very popular Remington Model 700 for over forty years. Their new Remington 700 w/ Safety trigger is the only after market trigger that comes ready to install with the safety included. Its safety blocks the trigger not the sear, which is a totally new design, and is easily installed with no screws, drilling, or tapping required. By simply removing existing pins, replacing trigger, and inserting new pins anyone can replace a trigger on a Remington 700.
Installing the Timney Trigger will bring a whole new realm of accuracy to your trusty Remington rifle. Each Timney Trigger is geometrically identical with tolerances less than .0005‰. The trigger housing features machined work surfaces that are milled from solid billet. All working parts are CNC machined with all contact/wear surfaces hardened and polished to provide you with years of dependable service. The trigger components are machined using state-of-the-art electrical discharge machines (EDM) from high-grade solid steel. Installing a new Timney Trigger will reduce the lock-time, or time it takes the firing pin to hit the primer from the time the trigger is pulled, which increases the overall accuracy of the shooter.
A completely new design, it utilizes a trigger blocking safety completely geometrically toleranced to give the same feel every time. No more guesswork! Cut from solid billet, no stamped or riveted parts here, each trigger is individually tested and calibrated in a Remington action before it leaves our factory. This is the perfect sporting trigger, solid, creep free, and adjustable from one and half pounds to four pounds.‰
Since it was founded in 1946, Timney Manufacturing has built a reputation based on the quality of its products. Because of the precision machining and workmanship that goes into each and every Timney product they are often referred to as The World‚s Finest Triggers and they are used exclusively by some of the world's best custom gun manufacturers. Timney celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2006.
For more information on Timney Manufacturing, contact Timney, 3940 West Clarendon, Phoenix, AZ 85019, toll-free 866-4TIMNEY, or check web site www.timneytriggers.com.
MidwayUSA, a catalog and internet retailer offering Just About EverythingSM for Shooting, Reloading, and Gunsmithing, announced today the availability of select Bushmaster parts and components. As an early entrant to the "black rifles market, Bushmaster has made a great name for themselves," notes Matt Fleming, Vice President of Marketing and Sales. "Bushmaster has high-quality merchandise and appeals to customers looking for the best in performance. We are excited about this opportunity to offer Bushmaster parts and components to our customers." MidwayUSA's lineup includes AR-15 Uppers in several configurations; magazines; repair and maintenance kits; triggers; carrier and bolt assemblies and other accessories.
For more information on MidwayUSA, call 1-800-243-3220, or check web site www.midwayusa.com..
MidwayUSA has announced the addition of a full line of Smith & Wesson factory replacement parts for the SW1911 series, and other Smith & Wesson handguns. This includes parts from mainspring housings to barrel bushings and factory grips to magazines.
For more information on MidwayUSA, you can visit their website at www.midwayusa.com or call 1-800-243-3220.
Rimfire rifles continues to be one of the favorite rifles among shooters today largely because they have little to no recoil and offer a broad range of applications.
The new Sako Quad offers even more diverse applications than average rimfire rifles. Truly unique in the world of rimfire rifles, the Sako Quad lets you select from four interchangeable cold-forged rifle barrels and change them in seconds. The barrels may be removed and replaced without changing the point of impact. Chambered in the popular .22LR, .17HMR, .22WMR and .17 Mach2, the Sako Quad also features a super smooth bolt throw with a short 50-degree bolt handle lift, detachable magazine, and user adjustable trigger system.
To make things easy for the shooter, each barrel and magazine is color coded for easy recognition. Just match the barrel band color with the correct dot color on the magazine and you are ready to shoot a different caliber. Safety has always been of the utmost importance to Sako and The Sako Quad is no exception. In order to prevent shooting the wrong caliber in the wrong barrel the magazines provide a special safety feature to prevent insertion with the wrong barrel in place. Each Sako Quad comes with a high quality fitted aluminum case. This sturdy case is equipped with a barrel change tool and room for a scope.
The Sako Quad is one rifle, four barrels, and two unique dual-caliber color coded magazines. It is available in two of the most popular styles. The Hunter Combo, which features attractive oil finished walnut stock with traditional checkering or the Synthetic Combo with a versatile and durable fiberglass-reinforced copolymer synthetic stock.
Also available with the Sako Quad is the Burris Sako Quad 3-9x32mm riflescope. Specially designed for this rifle, the color-coded windage and elevation adjustments are matched to the color coding on the Sako Quad barrels and magazines. Once calibrated for each of the four calibers offered, a barrel change requires only a turn of the corresponding dial to zero the scope to the appropriate barrel. (The scope is sold separately.)
The Sako Quad is currently available at Beretta authorized dealers nationwide.
Established in 1921, Sako was originally created to build and service firearms for the Civil Guard in Finland. Since that time, the company has been dedicated to providing innovative solutions to shooters‚ emerging needs for precision firearms. For decades now, Sako has developed world-class military, target and hunting rifles. The Sako brand offers the shooter uncompromising accuracy and reliability in a variety of calibers. Along side Beretta and its unique firearms traditions that reach all the way to the year 1526, Sako proudly carries on the precision rifle craftsmanship that has led to the success of the Sako products. Today, Sako manufactures, distributes and markets a complete line of rifles.
Beretta USA is the exclusive distributor in North America for Sako products. For additional information visit www.berettausa.com.
Beretta continues to provide the Western Shooter with an extraordinary combination of 19th-century original feel and function with unprecedented reliability, safety and performance with the Gold Rush Rifle, Gold Rush Carbine and Gold Rush Deluxe.
-The Gold Rush Rifle is a fast-handling pump-action longarm that is perfect for Cowboy Action Shooting, small-game hunting and informal target practice. This rifle is chambered for the .45 Colt and the .357 Magnum. Some of the features of this exceptional firearm are a 24 π‰ octagonal barrel, a tubular magazine that holds 13 rounds, and a highly-figured, high-grade checkered walnut stock. The Gold Rush has a buckhorn-rear sight that is fully adjustable for windage and elevation.
A testament to authenticity coupled with modern performance, The Gold Rush Carbine offers several enhancements to the original. A solid transfer-bar safety mechanism designed within the hammer, makes the gun absolutely safe to load and unload without having to lower the hammer. The cartridge feeding system is also improved on the Carbine by ensuring that each cartridge is perfectly in line with the chamber allowing smooth and trouble-free shooting. Additionally, a new totally redesigned cycling mechanism makes it possible to obtain the consistent high reload speeds without jams. The Gold Rush Carbine features a 20 inch round barrel and is also chambered in .45 Colt and .357 Magnum and the magazine holds 10 rounds.
The newest addition to the Gold Rush line is the Gold Rush Deluxe which is a special edition to both the Rifle and Carbine lines. Features of the Gold Rush Deluxe include charcoal-blued barrels, jeweled hammer and trigger as well as a German silver medallion inlaid into the walnut stock. The Deluxe stock and forend are a work of art featuring a special fish-scale checkering, oil fish and Beretta "three-arrow" logo engraved in the checkering pattern.
For more information on the Gold Rush line contact a Beretta authorized dealer nearest you or visit the Beretta interactive web site at www.berettausa.com.
Beretta, established in 1526, is the oldest industrial dynasty in the world tracing its roots through 16 generations of continuous family ownership. Firearms bearing the Beretta name have been sold for almost 500 years. Beretta USA Corp. was founded in 1977 and supplies the standard sidearm to the U.S. Armed Forces. Today Beretta manufactures, distributes and markets a complete line of firearms, accessories and apparel. Beretta also owns and operates six retail Beretta Gallery stores worldwide.
The bolt-action rifle market is forever changed with the introduction of the all new Browning X-Bolt for 2008. The X-Bolt builds on the proven success of past Browning rifles, and adds numerous improvements that will position the X-Bolt at the top of bolt actions offered to today's discriminating sportsman.
X-Bolt Feather™ Trigger. The most notable new feature on the X-Bolt is the completely new adjustable three-lever Feather Trigger system that offers the best feel on any Browning rifle ever. The X-Bolt's new Feather Trigger provides a clean, crisp pull with no take-up or creep and minimal overtravel. The trigger is screw adjustable from 3 to 5 lbs. and factory pre-set at approximately 3 ∏ lbs. An alloy trigger housing contains the hard chromed steel components that are highly polished on all critical surfaces. Precise engagement angles gives the X-Bolt Feather Trigger a lighter trigger pull feel that stays that way through many thousands of rounds.
Bolt Unlock Button. The new X-Bolt will also feature a new bolt unlock button that works with the top-tang safety. Conveniently located on top of the bolt lever, the bolt unlock button allows the bolt to be unlocked and opened with the safety in the on position. The safety blocks the trigger sear and features a firing pin block for added safety.
Inflex Technology Recoil Pad. An all new Inflex Technology recoil pad is standard on every X-Bolt rifle. This ultra soft pad offers the best recoil absorption available on any rifle. The proprietary construction and material promote a directional deflection of recoil forces, pulling the stock comb away from the face to reduce felt recoil and muzzle climb.
X-Lock™ Scope Mounting System. The X-Lock mounts feature an all new four screw per base design that replaces the traditional two screw system. This gives the X-Bolt the most stable scope mounting system possible with the bases being secured on all four corners rather than only attached at the center of the base for more accurate placement on the receiver.
An all new detachable rotary magazine is incorporated into the X-Bolt. Constructed from a durable lightweight polymer, the magazine is designed to feed cartridges directly in-line with the bolt, instead of offset as with traditional leaf-spring magazines, for a straight shot right into the chamber. The magazine sits flush with the bottom of the rifle for a sleeker appearance.
Other features found on the new Browning X-Bolt will include a short 60º bolt lift that provides fast cycling and allows the shooter to work the bolt more quickly without the scope getting in the way. The bolt has three locking lugs to provide exceptional bolt strength. The X-Bolt barrel is free-floated by bedding the front and rear of the action for stability and to help maintain barrel to stock spacing. A recessed muzzle crown helps protect the rifling from damage.
The new Browning X-Bolt will be offered in Hunter and Medallion models with wood stocks and in Composite Stalker and Stainless Stalker models with composite stocks. Short action composite model weight is 6 lbs. 5 oz. and long action wood stock models weight is 7 lbs. Calibers offered from 243 Win. to 375 H & H Mag. Suggested Retail $799.00 to $1,049.00.
A survivor of two world wars and over one hundred years of service, the widely popular, classic Model 98 Mauser action has served faithfully as the platform of choice for many successful bolt action rifles and is sought after by today’s hunters and shooters. Now Remington is pleased to announce a line of bolt action centerfire rifles based on the Mauser 98 action – the Model 798 in four popular standard cartridge chamberings (.243 Win, 308 Win, .30-06 Sprg, and .270 Win) and four magnum chamberings (7mm Rem Mag, .300 Win Mag, .375 H&H, and .458 Win Mag).
The Model 798, with its square bridge receiver is true to the Model 98 Mauser lineage in every way. Standard features include two dual opposed forward locking lugs, rear safety lug, flat bolt face, non-rotating claw extractor for legendary controlled round feeding and fixed blade ejector. Additional features include a solid steel trigger guard with integral magazine well, steel hinged floor plate, steel magazine follower and a single stage trigger with a two-position sporter style tang safety. Hammer forged barrels deliver outstanding accuracy from the bench or in the field. Receivers are drilled and tapped for scope mounts and feature a rich, high-polished blued finish as do the barrels.
These high-performance bolt action rifles combine the inherent Mauser action accuracy and reliable, controlled round cartridge feed in an aesthetically-pleasing, brown laminate stock designed exclusively for the Model 798 with the American shooter in mind. In addition to classic American lines, the stock features a one inch rubber recoil pad, sling swivel studs and distinctive cut checkering.
A modern variant of a timeless classic, the Model 799 Mini-Mauser is available in five traditional short action chamberings (.22 Hornet, .222 Remington, .22-250 Remington, .223 Remington and 7.62x39mm). The Model 799 features many of the same characteristics of the Model 798 including solid steel receivers and trigger guards as well as a single stage trigger with two position safety. The Model 799 forgoes the heavy non-rotating claw extractor for a Sako-style extractor well suited for feeding and extracting smaller cartridges.
Like the Model 798, the Model 799 features a clean, hammer forged barrel for exceptional accuracy. Both the barrel and solid steel receiver have a polished blue finish and are drilled and tapped for scope mounts. Rounding out the list of features are a handsome brown laminated stock with sling swivel studs, butt plate and hinged floor plate magazines (.22 Hornet has a five-round detachable magazine box).
Known for positive cartridge feed and ejection with claw-style extractor; strength and reliability; fast lock time and accuracy, the classic Mauser 98 action platform is the core of the new Remington® Model 798 and the foundation for the new Model 799. Combining these attributes with a handsome, wood laminate stock and Remington’s assurance of quality a Model 798 and Model 799 should be in every shooter’s gun safe.
Available at a suggested retail price of $599 (standard cartridge offerings), $635 (7mm Rem Mag and .300 Win Mag) and $839 (.375 H&H and .458 Win Mag).
Remington continues to expand its line of versatile rimfire rifles with the introduction of the Model Five Bolt Action. This fully featured, yet affordable, bolt action delivers European-quality performance and is available in .22LR and .22WMR. The Model Five joins an impressive line-up of rimfires that includes the new single shot Model 412™ bolt action, the family of dependable Model 597™ autoloaders and a classic selection of finely crafted production and Custom Shop bolt actions.
Every shooter needs a bolt action rimfire rifle and the value-packed Model Five with detachable magazine is a solid choice for the small game hunter, plinker or new shooter. Housed in a sturdy, weather resistant brown laminate stock, the Model Five has a reliable and smooth-operating bolt action which delivers accuracy and performance with its five-round capacity, detachable steel magazine clip. The 22-inch carbon steel, hammer forged barrel (with 1:16 inch rate of twist) and solid grooved receiver feature a polished blue finish and provide added versatility with the option of using the adjustable, big game-style rifle sights or addition of a scope. Additional features include steel trigger guard, manual safety, sling swivel studs and butt plate.
For performance and sheer enjoyment, add an affordable Remington Model Five rimfire rifle in .22 LR or .22WMR to your gun collection today. Available at a suggested retail price of $348 (.22LR) and $362 (.22WMR).
When it comes to buying a new hunting rifle, nothing is more important to a rifle shooter than accuracy and reliability. But equally important in today‚s economy is value. The new Sako A7 meets all of these criteria straight out of the box. Available in 2008 as the new benchmark for the perfect American hunting rifle, mixing the world's finest out-of-the-box accuracy rating with superior value, the new Sako A7 offers the rare combination of unprecedented accuracy and ultimate reliability at an affordable price.
The Sako A7 improves upon the world famous Sako 75 design, featuring a machined forged-steel bolt, match-grade hammer-forged barrel, adjustable single-stage trigger (adjustable between 2.2 and 4.9 pounds), detachable magazine and synthetic stock. The A7 also integrates the new Total Control' Magazine Latch introduced on the Sako 85, eliminating any chance that the box magazine can come loose during operation. This new rifle is available in two finishes: blued and Sako's no-glare Stainless Steel. The A7's bolt offers a silky-smooth movement with a 70-degree throw. Together with Sako's super-crisp trigger, the A7 provides an incredibly fast total lock time of less than 1.3 milliseconds.
Since 1921, Sako has led the industry in accuracy by setting the standard by which all other rifles are compared. Each rifle must place five shots within one inch at 100 yards or they don‚t ship. Serious shooters know that in order to obtain consistent sub-inch groups one must start with a high-quality firearm and move forward from there. The new A7 not only holds the same level of accuracy as its brother the Sako 85, but it offers a price that makes the A7 the hands down best value in the American market.
The new Sako A7 rifle series is a superbly executed medley of tradition, technology, out-of-the-box accuracy and unprecedented value.
Established in 1921, Sako was originally created to build and service firearms for the Civil Guard in Finland. Since that time, the company has been dedicated to providing innovative solutions to shooters‚ emerging needs for precision firearms. For decades now, Sako has developed world-class military, target and hunting rifles. The Sako brand offers the shooter uncompromising accuracy and reliability in a variety of calibers. Along side Beretta and its unique firearms traditions that reach all the way to the year 1526, Sako proudly carries on the precision rifle craftsmanship that has led to the success of the Sako products. Today, Sako manufactures, distributes and markets a complete line of rifles. Beretta USA is the exclusive distributor in North America for Sako products.
For additional information visit: www.berettausa.com or www.SakoA7.net
The Winchester Model 70 is one of the most respected bolt-action rifle designs in the world. Winchester Repeating Arms is excited to announce the return of the Model 70 for 2008. The All-American Model 70s will be built by American craftsmen in Columbia, South Carolina, at the same state-of-the-art factory (FN Manufacturing) as the rifles and machine guns used by American's Armed Forces. They are made to the exact ISO 9001 standard of quality that the U.S. Government insists upon for military firearms.
For 2008 the new Model 70 has the all new M.O.A.™ Trigger System, improved fit and finish and enhanced accuracy to go along with its classic Pre-64 Controlled Round Feeding, Three-Position safety and solid, sure handling.
M.O.A.™ Trigger System. The new Model 70 M.O.A.Trigger System is the most precise three-lever trigger system ever offered to sportsmen. Operating on a simple pivoting lever principle, the trigger mechanism has been completely redesigned to exhibit zero take up, zero creep and zero overtravel. The pull weight ranges from 3 to 5 pounds and is factory-set at 3 3/4 pounds. Because of the enhanced ergonomics, wide smooth triggerpiece and 2:1 mechanical advantage created by the unique design geometry, it actually feels like half that weight.
Three-Position Safety. The improved three-position safety on the new Model 70 has proven effective and highly popular with hunters and shooters for decades. Convenient to operate with the thumb of the firing hand, the Model 70 safety lifts the firing pin away from the sear. Then the safety selector is in the middle position, the action can still be operated, allowing unfired cartridges to be cycled with the safety on.
Hammer-Forged Barrel. Model 70 barrels are cold hammer-forged from a solid billet of steel for accuracy and long life. Massive rotary hammers shape the barrel steel around a mandrel to create the rifling. The barrel is threaded, target crowned and installed on the receiver. The chamber is then reamed and the bolt is headspaced. This results in 1 MOA accuracy for three-shot groups using properly managed barrel, quality match ammo and superior optics under ideal weather and range conditions.
Blade-Type Ejector. The Model 70's blade-type ejector allows full control when ejecting a fired case. When pulling the bolt back slowly the empty case pops out gently, which is perfect for target shooters and varminters. Pulling the bolt back smartly allows the empty case to clear the port with greater force. The blade-type ejector helps to eliminate short-stroking malfunctions.
The new Winchester Model 70 will be offered in a Super Grade, Featherweight™ Deluxe, Sporter Deluxe and Extreme Weather SS models for 2008. All will feature a thick black Pachmayr® Decelerator® pad that will help take the bite out of recoil.
The Super Grade will be offered in 30-06 Sprg. and 300 Win. Mag and will feature a fancy grade walnut stock with contrasting black fore-end tip and pistol grip cap and a sculpted shadowline cheekpiece. Suggested Retail $1,149.00
The Featherweight Deluxe has an angled comb walnut stock with Schnabel fore-end and satin finish with elegant cut checkering. It will be offered in popular long and short action calibers, including WSM chamberings. Suggested Retail $999.00 to $1,049.00.
The Sporter Deluxe features a satin finished walnut stock with cut checkering on trim fore-end and pistol grip, along with a sculpted cheekpiece. Available in popular long action and short action WSM calibers. Suggested Retail $999.00 to $1,049,99.
The Extreme Weather SS's premium Bell and Carlson composite stock features a trim, light feel with textured matte surface that gives a sure grip in any conditions. The Extreme Weather SS has a free floating, fluted stainless barrel to help minimize weight. Available in popular long action and short action WSM calibers. Suggested Retail $1,149.00 tp $1,199.00. Delivery on all models will begin in June of 2008.
Browning has added new larger size safe models for 2008 in the Medallion Series and TheftGard Series to give consumers more storage capacity space for their firearms and other valuables. Also new storage system options that are attached to the inside of the door of the safe that allow increased storage capacity will be added to the line for 2008.
The new Medallion M56F model has outer dimensions of 72 x 48 x 28 and is 1200° F/90 min. fire protection rated. It has heavy, 10 gauge steel body construction, 1 1/4" diameter chromed locking bolts, 1 5/16" thick Duo-Formed® door, Uni-Force™ Locking System with two cams, OmniBarrier® Lock Protection System, UL tool attack listed, S & G® Group II lock with key lock and many other features. Six attractive wildlife game scene options are available with seven color options that include new Black Cherry. A five-spoke handle, 21/45 duo-gun interior and new 10 gun DPX Storage System on door is standard. Weight is 1,350 lbs., Suggested Retail, $3,569.00 - $3,749.00.
This new model for the price conscious consumer that wants large storage capacity is 72" x 36" x 26" and has a 1200° F/ 30 min. fire protection rating. Features include a 3/16" steel door, 1" steel bolts, 12-gauge steel body, Group II lock, UL tool attack listed, rugged textured finish, reinforced U-channel steel door frame, 26/39 duo gun interior and electronic lock option. Weight is 705 lbs., Suggested Retail, $1,839.00- $1,918.00.
Browning has also added the new Duo-Plus Handgun (DPH) Storage System, and Duo-Plus Extra Systems (DPX) that gives additional firearms storage on the back of the safe door with the option of both systems in Mossy Oak Break-Up camo. These new storage systems also include pouches and pockets that allow storage of smaller valuables and accessories with quick/easy access.
For more information, check web site www.browning.com.
Cannon Safe Company is proud to introduce the redesign of the Patriot Series with a new, attractive logo and fully adjustable Tru Rackä gun rack interior – offering barrel down or barrel up gun storage, allowing the owner to use every slot in the rack. Each safe offers trademark Cannon security, fire protection and quality for gun owners, sportsmen, and collectors at an exceptionally affordable price.
Patriot safes are constructed to the highest industry standards and are UL-Listed for burglary protection. Featuring heavy, 12-gauge unibody construction, a one-inch composite steel high security door, one-inch solid steel locking bolts, and double firewall protection, the Patriot Series means security for the things that matter most.
The Patriot Series safes come standard with a Group 2 mechanical lock with a key-locking dial for ease of use. Additional theft protection is offered by an extra hard 60+ RC hard-plate protecting the lock from drilling and punching. Sure Fire multiple relockers assure the safe will remain secure, even if the lock is removed. Each Patriot Series safe is predrilled for bolting to the floor or mounting a dehumidifier on the interior.
The entire Patriot Series protects its contents with a high degree of fire resistance. Independently verified at 1200 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes, the Patriot Series have UL-listed 5/8” wall and door liners, plus a heat-activated, expanding door seal for maximum protection.
The Cannon Safe Company warranty backs all of its gun safes with a no-hassle, no-cost repair or replacement after any attempted break-in or fire. This lifetime warranty includes free parts, free labor and free freight for any such needed repair.
On the interior, the Patriot Series shelves, walls and door are all upholstered in a classic ash grey fabric designed to protect breakable items. Further customization is available with additional options such as an electric dehumidifier, Type 1 electronic lock or door-panel pistol kit.
Available in tough, durable matte black paint, the Patriot Series safes are finished with a silk-screened Patriot logo, and brass-plated hardware. Patriot Series safes are offered in three size models: the P14 measures 22” x 59” x 20”, 400 lbs. (6-12 rifles); the P22 measures 30” x 59” x 24”, 525 lbs. (12-24 rifles); and the P40 measures 40” x 59” x 24”, 600 lbs. (18-36 rifles). MSRP ranges from $875.00 - $1344.00, respectively.
For more information on the Patriot Series, and the entire line of Cannon and home security safes, visit www.cannonsafe.com, or order a catalog toll free at: 1.800.242.1055.
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Anxious to solve the market’s problem of overstated rifle capacity in safes, Cannon has designed the new Tru Rackä. This new rack offers a barrel down or barrel up gun storage interior, allowing the owner to use every slot in the rack. The Tru Rackä is capable of holding up to 25 percent more than competitor racks and always holds exactly what is claimed.
Barrel down storage is not only encouraged by experts, but also allows more rifles to fit. The stocks generally take up a lot of floor space, therefore, by storing some barrel down the available space is increased. Experts agree that storing wood stocked firearms barrel down is critical in preventing excess oils and unwanted condensation from damaging the wood stock. Also, with the soft padded interior floor, the crown of each rifle will always be protected.
Additional benefits of the Tru Rack interior include: a notch in the top shelf for storage of long firearms, adjustable side and top shelves, shelving upholstered with ultra-clean, lint-free automotive grade material, and the system may be used in half-left, half-right or all-rifle modes.
For further information on the Tru Rackäand the entire line of Cannon safes, visit www.cannonsafe.com or call toll-free at: 1-800-242-1055.
Makers of the highly popular GunVault Bio have expanded the line to include a new series of full-size safes with integrated biometric fingerprint recognition technology. The full-size GunVault Bio safes allow owners to safely store firearms and valuables in their home or office and instantly access them even in total darkness with the conveniently located No Eyes keypad and single fingerprint recognition groove.
The programmable biometric scanner technology utilizes a high-performance algorithm to achieve quick identification of enrolled fingerprints while maintaining a very low False Reject Rate (FRR). The self-learning algorithm of the GunVault Bio adds new minutiae to the fingerprint templates each time a user touches the sensor. The system can handle up to thirty fingerprint templates.
The new full-size GunVault Bio safes feature quality, rock solid construction with a 3/4 inch composite door, UL rated fire materials, durable matte black paint, high-strength lock mechanisms and upholstered shelving. Additional security elements include four 1-inch locking bolts, precise fittings that are virtually impossible to pry open, tamper indicator alert and auto low battery warning.
The series offers many customizable options including a power connection jack for external power supply, predrilled humidifier hole and 4 door-panel handgun holsters. Full-size GunVault Bio safes also feature the Tru Rack rifle storage system. This new rack offers a barrel down or barrel up gun storage interior, allowing the owner to use every slot in the rack.
GVB5900-F specifications:
-Weight: 255 pounds
-Dimensions: 21W x 59H x 18D
-Power supply: 9V/External Jack
-Max gun capacity: 6-12
-Fire protection
-MSRP $719.95
GVB5926-F specifications:
-Weight: 322 pounds
-Dimensions: 26W x 59H x 23D
-Power supply: 9V/External Jack
-Max gun capacity: 10-20
-Fire protection
-MSRP $859.95
For additional information about GunVault and its complete line of products, visit www.gunvault.com or call toll-free 1.800.242.1055.
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Makers of the ever-popular GunVault pistol safes now introduce the GunVault Bio 2000 with biometric fingerprint recognition technology for the quickest, most intelligent personal gun safe ever. New design combines the look and feel of the original No-Eyesâ control panel with a single fingerprint recognition groove, which replaces the activation button under the index finger. Theft protection and reliable access are ensured allowing instant access even in total darkness.
While maintaining many of the traditional GunVault characteristics, GunVault Bio utilizes programmable biometric scanner technology to make accessing firearms and valuables faster and more secure than ever before. A high-performance algorithm is used to achieve quick identification of enrolled fingerprints while maintaining a very low False Reject Rate (FRR). The self-learning algorithm of the GunVault Bio adds new minutiae to the fingerprint templates each time a user touches the sensor. The system can handle up to thirty fingerprint templates.
Available in the Multi Deluxe version, GunVault Bio is constructed of tamper-proof, 16-gauge steel and features a soft foam interior to protect its contents. The unique biometric keypad triggers an omni-directional spring-loaded door that not only has a high-strength lock mechanism, but also performs reliably, time after time.
Powered by a 1-year battery, the GunVault Bio includes a backup key for emergency access. Additionally, the GunVault Bio can be securely bolted into a vehicle trunk or floor – or mounted under desks or in closets with bolts or the optional high-strength security cable.
For those seeking the convenience of a portable, personal safe with ample storage space, GunVault Bio Multi Deluxe is 14.0’’L x 10.1’’W x 7.9’’H, tapering to 6.3’’ high and weighs just 14 lbs. A removable interior shelf perfect for storing more than one firearm is also available. MSRP for GunVault Bio is $299.00.
For further information on the GunVault Bio or the complete line of GunVault safes, visit www.gunvault.com or call toll-free at: 1.800.242.1055.
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With its track record of security and convenience, the highly popular GunVault Safe has been expanded to include a new series of full-size safes for the home. The new GunVault Safes feature a massive, one-inch thick steel composite door, four one-inch locking bolts and 12 gauge unibody steel construction, making them an ultimatevalue for storing valuable possessions and firearms alike.
Available in two models, the new GunVault 5000 safes feature the new Tru Rackä rifle storage system. This new rack offers a barrel down or barrel up gun storage interior, allowing the owner to use every slot in the rack. GunVault’s unique trademarked keypad performs reliably, time after time.
Foolproof security is ensured with a low battery indicator to help guard against direct tampering and unexpected power loss. A power connection jack is also provided for external power supply. Audio feedback confirms each correct keypad entry while an audio disable option adds the security of operating in silent mode. A tamper indicator alerts the owner of invalid entry attempts. Over 12 million possible keypad combinations are available, and a backup key provides emergency access.
For those seeking a manageable full size safe, the 10-gun Tru Rackä capacity GunVault 5500 model measures 55’’x18’’x17’’ and weighs just 165 lbs.
The GunVault 5900 model offers a 6-12 gun capacity Tru Rackä split interior, measures 59’’x21’’x18’’ and weighs 210 lbs. Both models feature a matte black finish and the 5900 includes four door-panel pistol holders.
Powered by a 1-year, 9V alkaline battery (not included), the GunVault 5000 Series provides safe-space from the home to the office or anywhere safe-space is needed. Both models are California Department of Justice Approved. MSRP for the 5500 model is $399.95 and MSRP for the 5900 is $499.95.
For further information on the GunVault 5000 Series or the complete line of GunVault safes, visit web site www.gunvault.com or call toll-free at: 1.800.242.1055.
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Makers of the ever-popular GunVault pistol safes now introduce the GunVault Bio 2000 with biometric fingerprint recognition technology for the quickest, most intelligent personal gun safe ever. New design combines the look and feel of the original No-Eyes control panel with a single fingerprint recognition groove, which replaces the activation button under the index finger. Theft protection and reliable access are ensured allowing instant access even in total darkness.
While maintaining many of the traditional GunVault characteristics, GunVault Bio utilizes programmable biometric scanner technology to make accessing firearms and valuables faster and more secure than ever before. A high-performance algorithm is used to achieve quick identification of enrolled fingerprints while maintaining a very low False Reject Rate (FRR). The self-learning algorithm of the GunVault Bio adds new minutiae to the fingerprint templates each time a user touches the sensor. The system can handle up to thirty fingerprint templates.
Available in the Multi Deluxe version, GunVault Bio is constructed of tamper-proof, 16-gauge steel and features a soft foam interior to protect its contents. The unique biometric keypad triggers an omni-directional spring-loaded door that not only has a high-strength lock mechanism, but also performs reliably, time after time.
Powered by a 1-year battery, the GunVault Bio includes a backup key for emergency access. Additionally, the GunVault Bio can be securely bolted into a vehicle trunk or floor – or mounted under desks or in closets with bolts or the optional high-strength security cable.
For those seeking the convenience of a portable, personal safe with ample storage space, GunVault Bio Multi Deluxe is 14.0’’L x 10.1’’W x 7.9’’H, tapering to 6.3’’ high and weighs just 14 lbs. A removable interior shelf perfect for storing more than one firearm is also available. MSRP for GunVault Bio is $299.00.
For further information on the GunVault Bio or the complete line of GunVault safes, visit web site www.gunvault.com or call toll-free at: 1.800.242.1055.
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GunVault, manufacturer of the highly popular GunVault compact security safes introduces the HomeVault for today’s fast-paced environment. The inconvenience of keeping valuables in bank safety deposit boxes and the demand for convenient home or office security make HomeVault the smart solution. Big enough for laptops or CD’s, HomeVault offers a combination of theft protection and fast, reliable access ensured with the GunVault patented No-Eyes Keypad--allowing instant access even in total darkness.
HomeVault is constructed of tamper-proof, 16-gauge steel and features a soft foam interior to protect its contents. The unique keypad triggers an omni-directional spring-loaded door that not only has a high-strength lock mechanism, but also performs reliably, time after time.
Foolproof security is ensured with a low battery indicator to help guard against direct tampering and unexpected power loss. A power connection jack is also provided for external power supply. Audio feedback confirms each correct keypad entry while an audio disable option adds the security of operating in silent mode. A tamper indicator alerts the owner of invalid entry attempts. Over 12 million possible keypad combinations are available, and a backup key provides emergency access.
Powered by a 1-year, 9V alkaline battery (not included), the HomeVault can be securely mounted almost anywhere with bolts or the optional high-strength security cable. From the home, car, RV or office, HomeVault provides safe space for many needs.
For those seeking the convenience of a portable, personal safe with ample storage space, HomeVault is 17.5’’L x 14.5’’W x 10’’H and weighs just 27 lbs. MSRP for HomeVault is $199.95.
For further information on HomeVault or the complete line of GunVault safes, visit web site www.gunvault.com or call toll-free at: 1.800.242.1055.
H&R 1871, Inc. reminds hunters driving SUVs that many states have specific regulations about the storage of guns and ammo within the confines of a vehicle, and that “a responsible hunter should always contact the state law enforcement agency in any state you’re planning to hunt for a list of specific regulations on firearms ownership and transportation. Most regulations are more easily met in a normal car trunk or a pickup which has a lockable tool box bolted to the bed, but the SUV has no such non-accessible area. In many cases, a trigger lock applied to a cased firearm can help offset this concern.” H&R 1871, Inc. also points out that even if there aren’t state requirements, “it’s always a good policy to apply a trigger lock to a cased firearm when traveling. Many companies manufacture lockable, hard cases for firearms transport. Unfortunately the majority of these are too large or bulky for the hunter’s needs when afield. A soft case and a quality trigger lock can provide an excellent level of safety in this case.” Remember, too, that a gun case in view within a SUV can be an invitation to thieves. Always cover or disguise your gun case and other hunting related items if the vehicle is to be locked and parked away from your sight. As responsible gun owners,” H&R notes, “we must always be vigilant so our firearms and our ammunition never falls into the wrong hands.”
H&R 1871®, Inc., offers a specially priced trigger locking device, developed specifically to immobilize the trigger of all rifles and shotguns produced under its New England Firearms®, Wesson & Harrington®, or Harrington & Richardson® brands. This proprietary trigger locking device fully fills the trigger guard and immobilizes the trigger when correctly installed. Remember that no trigger lock or similar device should ever be installed on any firearm when the chamber is loaded, and this trigger locking device shouldn’t be used on any other make or brand of firearm. Since December 1, 1999, all H&R 1871, Inc. shotguns and rifles have been shipped with this trigger locking device to assist in the safe storage of the firearm when it is not in use. For a limited time, current owners of the above mentioned firearms can directly purchase Trigger Guardian™ systems from the company.
The price per unit for current owners is $5.95 including shipping. Checks or money orders along with your shipping information and a daytime telephone number should be sent to: Trigger Guardian Offer, H&R 1871, Inc., 60 Industrial Rowe, Gardner, MA 01440. (Reviewed 2005)
Safari Safe Company has announced the introduction of its Dangerous Game Series gun safes – tremendous security, excellent fire protection, and an attractive, stylish design.
Available in a variety of finishes and configurations to complement a multitude of surroundings, this is a truly uncompromising safe that not only offers a high level of security, but also a stunningly handsome addition to the home or office for any gun owner, sportsman or collector. Featuring attractive rounded edges the Dangerous Game Series offers a beautiful and demanding presence.
Every safe model in the Dangerous Game Series comes standard with a Type 1 electronic lock—proven to resist picking attempts better than mechanical locks. The Type 1 electronic lock, combined with Sure Fire multiple relockers, offers the owner both maximum security and quick access. Additional theft protection is offered by an extra hard 60+ RC hard-plate that protects the lock from drilling and punching.
The entire Dangerous Game Series protects its contents with a high degree of fire resistance. Utilizing a 10-gauge steel unibody construction, the Dangerous Game Series safes are Intertek-ETL certified at 1200 degrees Fahrenheit for 60 minutes. Each safe features UL-listed 5/8” wall and door liners, plus a heat-activated, expanding door seal for maximum protection. Additionally, a predrilled bottom makes bolting to the floor simple and fast.
The Safari Safe Company warranty backs all of its gun safes with a no-hassle, no-cost repair or replacement after any attempted break-in or fire. This lifetime warranty includes free parts, free labor and free freight for any such needed repair.
All Dangerous Game Series safes feature an impressive 12-step paint process that complements the chrome-plated five-spoke handle and keypad. The silk-screened deluxe graphics, featuring hand finished square pinstripe, Safari Safe Company logo and trademark Dangerous Game Cape Buffalo on the door, make this safe very attractive. Tough, durable, high-impact exterior paint provide long lasting protection. Available colors include: ultra high gloss metallic Onyx Black, Winter White, Silver Mist, Alpine Green, Pacific Blue or Tudor Red exterior colors, or in matte Black. All hardware, including lock, handle and heavy duty locking bolts, is heavy chrome plated for lasting beauty.
The Dangerous Game Series gun safes come standard with the new, fully adjustable, Tru Rackä gun rack interior, offering barrel down or barrel up gun storage, allowing the owner to use every slot in the rack. Shelves and walls are upholstered in plush velour making the interior the most attractive on the market today. The Dangerous Game Series is offered in four sizes: 32” x 60” x 28”, 820 lbs. (max. 27 rifles); 40” x 60” x 28”, 955 lbs. (max. 37 rifles); 40” x 72” x 28”, 1130 lbs. (max. 37 rifles); and 60” x 72” x 28”, 1472 lbs. (max. 46 rifles). MSRP ranges from $2,052.00 - $3,478.00, respectively.
Further customization is available with additional options such as an electric dehumidifier or door-panel pistol kit.
For more information on the Dangerous Game Series, and the entire line of Safari and home security safes, visit www.safarisafe.com, or order a catalog toll free at: 1.800.222.1055. For international orders: 909.382.0505.
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Safari Safe Company offers the ultimate in trademarked value, quality and security with the new Professional Hunter (PH) Series safes. Featuring a 3/16’’ steel plate door, three-spoke chrome handle, 12-gauge unibody construction, and verified fire resistance, the PH Series was designed with the user in mind.
The PH Series safes come standard with a high security Type 1 electronic lock. Further theft protection is offered by 1” chrome plated, active-locking bolts and Sure Fire multiple relockers that assure the safe will remain secure, even if the lock is removed. Each PH Series safe has predrilled holes for bolting to the floor and mounting a dehumidifier rod on the interior.
The entire PH Series protects its contents with a high degree of fire resistance. Factory certified at 1200 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes, the PH series have UL-listed 5/8” wall and door liners, plus a heat-activated, expanding door seal for maximum protection.
The Safari Safe Company warranty backs all of its gun safes with a no-hassle, no-cost repair or replacement after any attempted break-in or fire. This lifetime warranty includes free parts, free labor and free freight for any such needed repair.
Available in tough, durable matte black or matte grey paint, the PH Series bears a silkscreened Safari Safe Company logo along with the trademark PH Series Compass logo. All hardware is chrome plated for beauty that lasts.
The PH Series gun safes come standard with the new, fully adjustable, Tru Rackä gun rack interior, offering barrel down or barrel up gun storage, allowing the owner to use every slot in the rack. Finely upholstered in a soft ash grey fabric, the fully adjustable shelves make the interior an attractive and comfortable environment for a variety of belongings. The PH Series is offered in three sizes: 30” x 60” x 24”, 525 lbs. (12-24 rifles); 36” x 60” x 24”, 600 lbs. (15-30 rifles); and 36” x 72” x 24”, 700 lbs. (15-30 rifles). MSRP ranges from $1,200.00 - $1,650.00, respectively.
Further customization is available with additional options such as a door-panel pistol kit or electric dehumidifier.
For more information on the PH Series, and the entire line of Safari and home security safes, visit www.safarisafe.com, or order a catalog toll free at: 1.800.222.1055. For international orders: 909.382.0505.
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Safari Safe Company introduces the new Serengeti Series: A full-featured, super secure safe that is perfect for a wide range of storage needs. Excellent fire protection coupled with serious security make this safe ideal for protecting guns and valuables at home or in the office for hundreds of dollars less than competitive safes.
Each safe in the Serengeti Series comes standard with a Type 1 electronic lock and features rugged, 12-gauge steel unibody construction, massive one-inch double-steel composite door (greater than 3/16’’ total steel), a handsome beveled edge body and a chrome-plated three-spoke handle and keypad. The Type 1 electronic lock, combined with Sure Fire multiple relockers, offers the ultimate in security and quick access. A 60+ RC hard-plate offers additional theft protection against drilling and punching.
Additional peace of mind is provided by the high degree of fire protection found in all Serengeti Series safes. Intertek-ETL verified at 1200 degrees Fahrenheit for 40 minutes, the Serengeti Series offers a heat activated, expanding door seal for maximum protection. Fire protection is ensured with an UL-Listed 5/8’’ liner on all six walls. Additionally, a predrilled bottom makes bolting to the floor simple and fast.
The Safari Safe Company warranty backs all of its gun safes with a no-hassle, no-cost repair or replacement after any attempted break-in or fire. This lifetime warranty includes free parts, free labor and free freight for any such needed repair.
Serengeti Series safes are available in tough, durable matte black or ultra high gloss metallic finish with color choices of Onyx Black, Winter White, Silver Mist, Alpine Green, Pacific Blue or Tudor Red. All hardware is brass plated for beauty that lasts. Finished with a silk-screened Safari Safe Company logo, trademark Serengeti Series tree logo, bottom scroll, and hand-detailed pin striping, Serengeti Series safes will be a stylish addition to any décor for years to come.
The Serengeti Series gun safes come standard with the new, fully adjustable, Tru Rackä gun rack interior, offering barrel down or barrel up gun storage, allowing the owner to use every slot in the rack. Finely upholstered shelves and walls combined with rounded oak facing make the interior an attractive and comfortable environment for a variety of precious belongings. The Serengeti Series is offered in four sizes: 24” x 60” x 20”, 490 lbs. (max. 12 rifles); 30” x 60” x 24”, 620 lbs. (max. 22 rifles); 36” x 60” x 24”, 720 lbs. (max. 28 rifles); and 36” x 72” x 24”, 890 lbs. (max. 28 rifles). MSRP ranges from $1118.00 - $2,122.00, respectively.
Further customization is available with additional options such as a door-panel pistol kit or electric dehumidifier.
For more information on the Serengeti Series, and the entire line of Safari and home security safes, visit www.safarisafe.com, or order a catalog toll free at: 1.800.222.1055. For international orders: 909.382.0505.
The Association of New Jersey Rifle & Pistol Clubs, Inc. (ANJRPC) offers the following safe shooting tips:
--- Always keep firearms pointed downrange
--- Keep your finger out of the trigger guard until you are ready to fire
--- Always keep firearms unloaded until ready to use
--- Uncase firearms only at the firing line
--- Do not handle firearms during cease-fires
--- Firearms must be unloaded, actions open, magazines out, safety flags in during cease-fires
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Remember to put safety first. The National Wild Turkey Federation has issued the following turkey hunter safety tips.
Before the hunt:
*Check with your doctor if you have any medical concerns.
*Hunt within your physical limitations.
*Let your hunting partners know if you have physical limitations.
*Let someone know where you are hunting and when you expect to return.
*Work to have a basic understanding of first aid.
During the hunt:
*Set up against a tree that is greater in diameter than the width of your shoulders and taller than your head whenever possible for maximum safety.
*Should you see other hunters (especially close to your line of sight) call out to them in a loud, clear voice. Their presence has already compromised your location and a soft call may only confuse them instead of alerting them to your presence.
KNOW YOUR BIRD
Before you shoot, be sure the bird is a gobbler. Don't depend on the beard to determine the turkey's sex since some hens do have beards. The beard of a wild turkey is a group of hair-like feathers ranging from 2 inches to 12 inches in length located on the center of the breast. Bearded hens are not legal game during the spring season.
During the spring breeding season, toms or gobblers are not difficult to distinguish from hens. Look closely at the head of the bird as it comes to your calling. Gobblers' heads are naked and very colorful. Their heads are a brilliant red, white and blue. The head of a wild turkey hen is blue-gray in color and may have a line of feathers up the back of the neck. Hens are not as colorful as gobblers.
After checking the head color, look at the color of the breast feathers. Dark black feathers indicate a tom, while the hen appears to be dark brown. If the head of the turkey is naked and colorful, the breast is black and the bird has a beard, you may be confident it is a gobbler. If you have any doubts, simply don't shoot.
REGULATIONS AND OTHER INFORMATION
Hunters should familiarize themselves with the rules and regulations for spring turkey hunting in the Garden State. New Jersey spring gobbler hunters are limited to the use of shotguns or bows and arrows. Hunting hours are a half-hour before sunrise to noon. One male wild turkey may be taken with each permit, but only one turkey may be taken in a given day.
Helpful turkey hunting information and tips can be accessed through the hunting page at www.njfishandwildlife.com. Additional turkey hunting regulations and other information can be found in the 2008 NJ Wild Turkey Hunting Season Information booklet.
In response to customer demand, Hunter Safety System, the leader in safety harness design and manufacturing, is pleased to announce that its popular Pro Series safety harness is now available in a 4XL-5XL. This new size is suitable for individuals weighing up to 400 lbs.
Hunter Safety System Pro Staffer, World Champion Archer and celebrity, Travis 'T-Bone' Turner was instrumental in bringing this new larger vest to the market. A friend of the company for many years he told them 'don't forget about us big guys.'
The Pro Series harness, available in Realtree hardwoods green, is the pinnacle of safety harness design, featuring all the comfort and quality of every HSS product with one notable exception -ventilation. This particular model is designed with a super-tough mesh material that allows air to flow through, thereby providing relief on warm days. This model also features the popular saddle style leg straps have been repositioned to distribute weight evenly across the body and legs eliminating unnecessary pressure. Ample pockets provide plenty of storage and the lightweight, quick-snap buckles are large enough to handle without having to remove gloves.
According to T-Bone, 'It is difficult for us larger hunters to find the clothes and equipment we need. Hunter Safety System has stepped up to the plate in offering not only the first but the BEST harness available on the market for the 4XL-5XL hunter. On behalf of all of us larger hunters - thank you. We can now be safe and secure in our treestands!'
The new 4XL-5XL has immediate availability. The retail price is $199.95. For liability reasons, this product can only be sold directly through Hunter Safety System. To order call toll-free 1-877-296-3528.
About Travis "T-Bone" Turner
Travis "T-Bone" Turner, the 1991 ASA 3-D Archery World Champion and 4-time Georgia State Champion, is a professional hunter and popular hunting video personality. He is a pro-staff member of several well-known companies in the hunting industry, including Realtree Outdoors, Hoyt, G5 Outdoors, and Bushnell. Turner is the celebrity archery expert to the stars, working with Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Jordan, Michael Waddell, David Blanton and several country music and Major League Baseball stars on their archery setups and shooting advice. Turner currently resides in Hogansville, GA, with his wife, Michelle, and son, Archer. For more information, please visit www.TboneOutdoors.com
Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Danville, Alabama, Hunter Safety System is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative deer hunting gear and hunting equipment for the serious hunter. For additional information you can write to The Hunter Safety System, 8237 Danville Road, Danville, AL 35619, call toll free 877-296-3528 or visit the company website at www.huntersafetysystem.com.
Hunter Safety System® understands not only the importance of passing on the hunting heritage, but also the importance of staying safe while in the field. Falls from tree stands are the number one cause of hunter's injuries and fatalities each year. The Lil‚ Treestalker is a state-of-the-art safety system designed for young or small-framed hunters weighing between 50 and 120 pounds. This new youth model vest offers all the safety features included with each Hunter Safety System vest including quick snap buckles and the critical suspension relief ability. All HSS's vests offer superior protection during a fall by distributing and easing the pressure created across a wider area of the users body.
As you pass on the tradition of hunting, use the HSS Lil‚ Treestalker to insure that the pride and joy of your life will remain safe. Statistics show that hunters who practice proper tree stand safety are less likely to be injured while enjoying time in the field. Let's keep our youth safe and teach them good safety habits that will keep them healthy for years to come!
The Lil‚ Treestalker comes in the popular Realtree Hardwoods Green HD pattern. It is equipped with convenient pockets, is easy to use and offers the HSS deer drag/suspension relief system. This new youth model will be officially launched at the 2007 ATA show in booth # 1154. For additional information, contact The Hunter Safety System, 8237 Danville Road, Danville, AL 35619, 1-877-296-3528 or check web site www.huntersafetysystem.com.
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Hunter Safety System has built a reputation around developing innovative products that make hunting both safer and more enjoyable. The Company, in its efforts to provide hunters with the safest way to enjoy their sport of hunting, is proud to introduce and offer, The Lineman's Belt.
Today's tree stands and accessories are stronger and safer than ever before. Despite that fact, more hunters are injured each year in tree stand incidents than any other type of hunting accidents. Most all of these accidents and life changing injuries could have been avoided if the hunter had taken the advice of the experts and/or used the appropriate tree stand safety devices.
'It's common knowledge that one of the most hazardous times for the hunter is when they are setting up or climbing into their tree stands. Often, when hanging a stand, the hunter must fight to keep his/her balance on a step or a tree branch, while "locking" the stand to the tree. This is not only difficult and frustrating but also one of the most dangerous activities the hunter faces.
To protect the hunter during these times, Hunter Safety System offers The Lineman's Belt. The user simply wraps the belt around the tree and then snaps it directly onto the loops manufactured on the sides of the Hunter Safety System vest. The unique design of this belt not only distributes the pressure created from a fall but also provides a secure means that allows hunters the benefit of using their hands while hanging lock-on style stands. Accommodating trees with varying diameters is no problem either with the HSS Lineman's Belt. Adjustments can easily be made while the climb is taking place by simply sliding the lineman‚s belt through the locking knot located at the hunter's side.
Making the HSS Lineman's Belt even safer is the Quick Connect Tree Strap that comes packaged with each belt. Whenever a limb or obstacle is encountered during the climb, the hunter needs only to attach the Quick Connect and the vest's tether above the limb to stay safe before disconnecting the Lineman's Belt to proceed upward. The Lineman's Belt was designed to be worn in any tree stand situation while keeping the smart hunter secure.
The Lineman's Belt is made of a durable cotton/nylon material and is 10 feet long. It has a suggested retail price of $29.99.
Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Danville, Alabama, Hunter Safety System is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative deer hunting gear and hunting equipment for the serious hunter.
For additional information write to The Hunter Safety System, 8237 Danville Road, Danville, AL 35619, call toll free 877-296-3528 or visit the company web site at www.huntersafetysystem.com.
Leica has announced that its newly developed AquaDura hydrophobic lens coating meets the high demands of hunters, birdwatchers and outdoor enthusiasts around the world. This new coating, currently available on the new Ultravid HD binoculars and the coming new Televid 82 mm and 65 mm spotting scopes, provides significant performance enhancement in adverse weather conditions.
The AquaDura˙lens coating allows water to run off of external lens surfaces. The coating keeps lenses cleaner as dust, dirt and oily fingerprint residues will no longer adhere to the lens surfaces. This new coating will prove ultra-useful in the field as it will allow the user to spend more time viewing the subject and less time wiping off and cleaning the optical lenses.
For over 158 years Leica has led the industry in producing the most innovative, highest performing optical instruments in the world. This tradition continues with the introduction of the new Ultravid HD binoculars and Televid spotting scopes with the AquaDura˙ coating.
Headquartered in Germany, Leica has been an acknowledged leader in the optics industry for over 150 years. Throughout that time, the company has built a solid reputation for producing high quality, durable products due to their commitment to optical perfection and mechanical precision.
For more information visit the new Leica web site at www.leica-
Leica Sport Optics is pleased to announce two completely redesigned spotting scope models have been added to the Televid line. The intense-light gathering Leica Televid 82 boasts an 82mm objective lens, and the exceptionally compact Leica Televid 65 sports a 65mm diameter objective.
The optical performance of the new spotting scopes is significantly increased in comparison to the preceding models in the Televid product line. The use of specialty fluoride glass yields an improved contrast range without altering the natural color tones of the subject. This glass provides unparalleled sharpness and brilliance for the ultimate in edge-to-edge resolution. The intricate high-performance lens system is incorporated into a compact, rugged and fully rubber-armored die-cast magnesium housing. This provides maximum protection for the precision-aligned optical elements.
As the shortest spotting scopes of their class, the new Leica Televid models are distinctive for their compact design and light weight. AquaDura˙ is a Leica proprietary coating technology that is used on all exterior glass surfaces on the new spotting scopes. This AquaDura coating repels moisture, causing raindrops to cleanly drip off from the lens surface. Additionally, fingerprints and dirt can be easily removed. These spotting scopes can be used to the fullest of their capabilities, regardless of conditions.
The Leica Televid 82 and Televid 65 spotting scopes are both available in four versions. The new APO versions are available with either a straight or angled eyepiece and feature redesigned apochromatic lenses for perfect high contrast viewing free of color aberrations. The High Definition (HD) versions are also available with either a straight or angled eyepiece and use specialized glass in a newly designed lens arrangement that provides users with unprecedented optical color, clarity and contrast in this product class.
The Leica quick-change bayonet with its integral lock means that it allows the use of the extensive range of Leica wide-angle and zoom lenses on all Televid 82 and Televid 65 spotting scopes. The unique Leica VARIO 25-50x WW ASPH wide angle eye-piece is the newest optical innovations from Leica. Utilizing state-of-the-art Aspherical Lenses this new eyepiece delivers true wide angle field-of-view with extraordinary edge-to-edge sharpness throughout the magnification range. The ergonomic rubber elements and the rotating eye cup ensure total comfort during use Ñü even for eyeglass wearers.
The magnesium bodies of this new generation of Leica Televid spotting scopes are nitrogen-filled housing and are watertight to a rated depth of five meters. All Televid models are guaranteed to fully function at temperatures between -25 and +55 Celsius.
The new Leica Televid spotting scopes are designed to be ergonomic and user-friendly. The dual focusing wheels are rubber-coated making for rapid sharpness setting with accurate fine adjustment so that even the tiniest details can be brought into focus. All of the spotting scopes are equipped with a newly designed tripod foot that allows for easy, quick-change horizontal and vertical mounting on the Manfrotto® tripod heads. The unique design also allows for 360-degree rotation on all models.
The new Televid spotting scopes come complete with a Leica eye-piece. The Leica Televid HD versions are offered with the high-magnification Leica VARIO 20-60x eyepiece, and the Leica APO-Televid versions with the new ultra-high performance wide angle Leica VARIO 25-50x WW ASPH eyepiece.
The new Leica Televid spotting scopes will be available in early 2008.
Headquartered in Germany, Leica has been an acknowledged leader in the optics industry for more than 150 years. Throughout that time, the company has built a solid reputation for producing durable, high-quality products upon its commitment to optical perfection and mechanical precision.
For more information, visit the new Leica web site at www.leica-camera.com
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Knowing when a gobbler is within range is critical to success in turkey hunting. A ten-yard misjudgment could be the difference between letting a bird that is in range walk off or worse, wounding a bird that was just out of range. It has been proven in numerous military field tests that the average person ranges with a probable error of 30 percent. The chances of misjudging distance goes up significantly when you factor in the excitement of hearing and seeing a Tom strutting his stuff as well as constantly changing location and terrain. To alleviate the estimation error, Leica offers the CRF 900 rangefinder.
Ideal for turkey hunting, because of its compact, lightweight design it can easily fit into the shirt pocket of a turkey vest. This Leica rangefinder offers the fastest reading in the industry and the most accurate laser available. The CRF 900 is accurate to +/- 2 yards up to its full range of 900 yards. Additionally, because hunters use this product in all weather conditions, it has a built-in rain and snow mode that assures accurate readings, even in poor weather. It is fully submersible waterproof to 3.3 feet too insure many years of in the field use.
Be ready this turkey season ˆdo your homeworkˆ practice calling, pattern your firearm and get yourself a Leica CRF 900 rangefinder. Take the guess work out of distance estimation and know when that long beard is in range!
This new rangefinder is available at sporting goods stores nationwide. It has a suggested retail price of $595.
Headquartered in Germany, Leica has been an acknowledged leader in the optics industry for over 150 years. Throughout that time, the company has built a solid reputation for producing high quality, durable products due to their commitment to optical perfection and mechanical precision.
Visit the new Leica Web site at www.leica-camera.com/sportoptics.
Leupold is offering four new shotgun/muzzleloader riflescopes this year. Each one of these riflescopes is ideally suited for the kind of close-range action found in both these shooting sports. The scopes are built with a standard multicoat lens system, a crisp, clear, bright sight picture with the contract needed to pick game from cover. In addition, they have pre-set parallax adjusted for 75 yards; they are incredibly rugged and built to last a lifetime; are absolutely waterproof and will excell no matter what the weather conditions; and are guaranteed for life, ocvered by the Leupold Full Lifetime Guarantee.
For more information, contact Leupold & Stevens, Inc., P.O. Box 688, Beaverton, OR 97075; 503-646-9171; or check web site www.leupold.com.
The new Leupold VX-7 Scopes are Dual Spring, 4x Erector System and builtto survive intense abuse while still providing Leupold's crystal clear 4x magnification range, this dual
spring erector system exerts up to 30 percent more holding force on the erector system than Leupold's already rugged standard erector system.
NEW» SpeeDial™ Adjustment System (1)/(2) Exclusive to the VX-7, just give the SpeeDial adjustment dials a half turn, and each smoothly slides outward for adjustment. Knurled for an easy grip, they offer 20-MOA of adjustment per revolution, and can be fitted with field-interchangeable BDC dials.
Generous Eyebox (4)
The wide, generous eyebox of the VX-7 series makes it faster and easier to get your eye behind the rifle scope and achieve a full, clear sight picture than ever before. Setting up longer shots, you'll appreciate the flexibility the VX-7 affords, and in big game, close-up situations, the quick target acquisition will be the difference maker. Even at high power, the longer eye relief and more forgiving eyebox of the VX-7 gives you incredible latitude and a full sight picture, much more than you'll find in other premium optics, includ ing fine European riflescopes.
NEW» Satin Gray Finish
This unique new finish from Leupold is more than durable, it's the perfect complement to rifles with French Gray accents, stainless steel or Titanium rifles, or for anyone seeking a distinguished and distinctive look atop their favorite long gun.
NEW» Lead-Free Glass Lenses (3)
The foundation of the Xtended Twilight Lens system is the lens itself. The new, lead-free glass lenses of the VX-7 have two distinct advantages. First, they offer the crystal clarity for a precision optical instru-ment, yet are significantly lighter weight than standard lenses containing lead. Second, the lenses are produced with none of the environmen-tally damaging by-products common to standard glass production.
Leupold Second Generation Waterproofing -- the VX-7 takes advantage of Leupold's Second Generation waterproofing, using an exclusive Argon/Krypton gas blend that resists thermal shock more effectively than ever before possible and reduces the diffusion of internal gasses over time.
NEW» Unsurpassed Scratch Resistance
Exterior lens surfaces are treated with DiamondCoat 2, an ion-assist lens coating, for higher light trans-mission and the greatest level of abrasion resistance we've ever offered.
NEW» XT Duplex® Reticle
Leupold has a long history of pioneering reticle technologies that provide the greatest strength and precision, while retaining the best marriage of fine aiming features and bold, fast pickets. Now the Leupold VX-7 features our proprietary XT Duplex technology for even finer central aiming lines with a wide field opening between the bolder pickets.
NEW» XTended Twilight Lens System™
Leupold nearly perfected the science of light management with our Index Matched Lens System, which matched light transmission enhancing lens coating with each lens, based on its specifically engineered glass type and index of refraction. Now your hunt can reach further into the twilight than ever before possible, with our exclusive new Xtended Twilight Lens System designed to provide maximum contrast in a broad range of lighting conditions.
Exclusive Golden Ring Custom Care Package
Leupold is renowned for our superior customer service, and the Leupold Full Lifetime Guarantee. VX-7 users will enjoy an elevated level of care, with fast-track service and other privileges never before offered with a riflescope by any manufacturer, anywhere in the world.
Parallax Adjustment (1)
Like the windage and elevation dials, the parallax adjustment opens up with a twist, and twists back into place once adjusted.
For more information contact Leupold & Stevens, Inc. | 14400 NW Greenbrier Pkwy. | Beaverton, OR 97006 USA | 1-800-Leupold (538-7653)
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Leupold® is proud to partner with the National Wild Turkey Federation, helping to preserve both habitat and turkey hunting traditions. For 2007, we offer an exciting new scope designed specifically for the turkey hunter, and emblazoned with the mark of the NWTF. The NTWF will receive a portion of each sale to further their conservation and wildlife management efforts.
The new VX®-I 1-4x20mm scope and your shotgun is an unbeatable combination. At maximum magnification, the popular Turkey Plex™ reticle subtends a turkey’s head (crown to wattles) at 40 yards. An exclusive Dark Earth™ anodized finish is rugged, tough, and blends well with most of today’s popular turkey camo patterns. Features multicoated lenses and 1/4-MOA micro-friction adjustments for windage and elevation. Fully waterproof and warranted in true Leupold tradition.
SPECIFICATIONS
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Reticle Turkey Plex™
Item Number & Finish Dark Earth™ (63350)
Weight (ounces) 9.0
Weight (grams) 255.1
Length (in) 9.2
Length (cm) 23.4
Mounting Space (in) 5.5
Mounting Space (cm) 14.0
Objective Aperture (mm) 20
Eye Relief (in) 4.3 Å| 3.8
Eye Relief (mm) 109.0 – 97.0
Elevation Adjustment
Range (MOA)
67 MOA
Windage Adjustment
Range (MOA)
67 MOA
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Not every department has the budget for everything on its wish list, though some things you shouldn’t have to wish for. The Leupold® Mark 2™ series of tactical riflescopes deliver high performance, at a price that’s right on target. The Mark 2
1.5-4x20mm model’s advanced features include 1/2-MOA finger click adjustments for precision accuracy. The Multicoat 4® lens system delivers a high level of light transmission for superior brightness, edge-to-edge sharpness across the visual field,
and optimal contrast. Also features a lockable, fast-focus eyepiece and tactile power indicator. And to assure superior performance under the heat of engagement, it was rigorously built and tested at the Beaverton, Oregon, factory under the most demanding conditions.
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Reticle Duplex®
Item Number & Finish 62900 (Matte)
Lens Coating Multicoat 4® Lens System
Adjustment Markings 1/2 MOA Finger Clicks (VX®-III Style)
Maintube Diameter 1"
Environmental Protection
Waterproof
Eyepiece Design Lockable, Fast-Focus Eyepiece
Actual Magnification 1.6x – 4.2x
Linear Field of View
(ft @ 100 yd)
28.5 feet at high magnification,
75.0 feet at low magnification
Linear Field of View
(m @ 100 m)
9.5 meters at high magnification,
25.0 meters at low magnification
Exit Pupil (mm) 13.3 – 5.0
Weight (ounces) 9.5
Weight (grams) 269.3
Length (in) 9.2
Length (cm) 23.4
Mounting Space (in) 5.5
Mounting Space (cm) 14.0
Objective Aperture (mm) 20
Eye Relief (in) 4.3 – 3.8
Eye Relief (mm) 109.0 – 97.0
Elevation Adjustment
Range (MOA)
67 MOA
Windage Adjustment
Range (MOA)
67 MOA
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Leupold® introduces new Mark 2™ tactical riflescopes designed to meet the needs of military and law enforcement professionals who require exceptional optical quality at an affordable price.
The new Mark 2 models include the 1.5-4x20mm, 3-9x40mm Hunter, 3-9x40mm T2, 4-12x40mm Adjustable Objective T2 and 6-18x40mm Adjustable Objective T1 riflescopes.
“Law enforcement and military professionals see riflescopes as a necessary tool they may have to rely on in dangerous situations,” said Chris O’Donnell, Leupold tactical market team leader. “Our new Mark 2 riflescopes can be relied on for precision accuracy, ruggedness and trusted dependability, at a price departments on a budget or serious hunters can afford.”
The Mark 2 1.5-4x20mm riflescope is the lightest of the group weighing only 9.5 ounces. The windage and elevation adjustment ranges on the riflescope are both 67 minutes of angle (MOA). Adjustments are made through 1/2-MOA finger clicks. The 9.2-inch long riflescope features the Duplex® reticle.
The Mark 2 3-9x40 Tactical Hunter riflescope is ideal for those who hunt with AR15/M-16 style rifles. Adjustments are 1/2-MOA by T2 turrets for elevation and finger clicks for windage. The riflescope features the LR Duplex reticle. Weighing only 12.5 ounces, the riflescope also has a one-inch maintube and is 12.4 inches in length.
Similar in weight and length to the Mark 2 Hunter model, the 3-9x40mm T2 and 4-12x40mm Adjustable Objective T2 riflescopes feature 1/2-MOA T2 tactical turrets for windage and elevation adjustments. Both models are available with a matte black finish. The Mark 2 3-9x40mm T2 riflescope provides customers with the choice of Duplex, LR Duplex and Mil Dot reticles. The 4-12x40mm Adjustable Objective T2 riflescope also is available with LR Duplex or Mil Dot, as well as Fine Duplex®.
The most powerful of the new Mark 2 riflescopes, the 6-18x40mm Adjustable Objective T1 riflescope weighs in at only 13.5 ounces. As with all Mark 2 riflescopes, the T1 has a one-inch maintube. The 13.5-inch riflescope is available in matte black finish and has the options of Fine Duplex, LRV Duplex and Mil Dot reticles. Windage and elevation adjustments are made via the riflescope’s 1/4-MOA T1 tactical turrets.
Each riflescope in the series is completely waterproof and features Leupold’s Mulitcoat 4® lens coating for superior clarity and brightness, edge-to-edge sharpness across the visual field, and optimal contrast for easy target identification in virtually any light or atmospheric condition. Additionally, the riflescopes also feature lockable, fast-focus eyepieces and tactile power indicators.
For more information or to locate a local Leupold dealer, contact Leupold & Stevens, Inc., P.O. Box 688, Beaverton, OR 97075-0688; (800) LEUPOLD; or check web site www.leupold.com.
Leupold & Stevens, Inc., the only prominent American-owned and -operated optics company, employs more than 650 people in its state-of-the-art Beaverton, Ore., facility where rugged, dependable, high-performance Golden Ring® sports optics are designed, machined and assembled. Founded in 1907 and celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2007, Leupold was named the 2006 National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers, Accessories Manufacturer of the Year. Leupold is a fifth-generation, family-owned company with products sold worldwide to hunters, wildlife observers, competitive shooters, law enforcement officers and special operations military personnel. The product line includes rifle, handgun and spotting scopes; binoculars; mounting systems; and optical tools and accessories.
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Leupold® has captured the spirit of hunting with the introduction of its most advanced, top-of-the-line hunting riflescope to date. The VX®-7 riflescope incorporates groundbreaking optics technology as well as exclusive Leupold mechanical innovations to deliver an innovative new product to serious hunters all over the globe.
Holding nothing back in the design of the VX-7 line, Leupold developed a riflescope incorporating new features such as the Xtended Twilight Lens System™ and SpeeDial™ adjustment system. The VX-7 also offers Leupold’s Ballistics Aiming System™, dual erector springs for superior precision and durability, Generation II Argon/Krypton waterproofing, and the Light Optimization Profile™ – the concave crescent in the bottom of the scope made famous with Leupold’s introduction of the VX-L™ riflescope.
“Whether it’s the sweltering African savannah or the numbing cold of Alaska, the VX-7 is an unmatched scope for any game anywhere in the world,” said Mike Slack, Leupold’s marketing communications manager. “When you’re on an expensive hunting expedition, the rule of thumb is to use the best optics you can afford. We are confident the VX-7 will become the standard for optical performance, ruggedness and reliability to which all other riflescopes will be measured.”
The Xtended Twilight Lens System provides the shooter with superior light transmission for world-class, low-light performance particularly in the bluish-purple light of dawn and dusk when game is most active. Ultra pure, lead free, index matched glass is precision ground and polished to provide unexcelled fine detail resolution and overall image clarity.
Other distinguishing features of the VX-7 include:
· The Xtended Twilight Lens System’s blackened lens edges virtually eliminate residual refraction and minimize the effects of stray light for maximum photopic transmission, clarity and contrast. The lenses also feature DiamondCoat 2™ lens coatings to provide scratch resistance that exceeds military specifications while delivering a highly defined image.
· The extreme fast-focus eyepiece allows hunters to bring game into view quickly and easily while the Alumina® rubber armored eyeguard provides comfort and safety for extreme uphill or downhill shots – even with the largest magnums.
· Leupold’s exclusive Generation II Argon/Krypton gas blend is the last word in thermal shock resistance, and keeps the riflescope fog proof as well as waterproof. This method surpasses the industry standard of nitrogen waterproofing, which Leupold pioneered in 1947.
· The Ballistics Aiming System’s (BAS) power selector provides users with a setting ring which includes a visual indicator for quick returns to favorite settings or to a BAS reticle power position.
Models available are VX-7 1.5-6x24mm, VX-7 2.5-10x45mm, VX-7 3.5-14x50mm Long Range, VX-7L 3.5-14x56mm Long Range and VX-7L 4.5-18x56mm Long Range. The two VX-7L models feature the Light Optimization Profile – the cut crescent shape made famous by the VX-L. All VX-7 models have a 30mm main tube machined from one piece of aircraft-grade aluminum and are finished in either satin or satin gray.
Each VX-7 riflescope is available in multiple reticle options. The VX-7 1.5-6x24mm is available in XT Duplex®, German #4 and circle dot. Reticle options for the VX-7 2.5-10x45mm include XT Duplex, German #4 and Boone and Crocket™ Big Game. Hunters can select from XT Duplex, German #4, Boone and Crocket Big Game and Varmint Hunter’s reticles for the VX-7 3.5-14x50mm Long Range. The VX-7L 3.5-14x56mm Long Range is available in XT Duplex, Boone and Crocket Big Game and Varmint Hunter’s reticles. Options include Fine Duplex, Boone and Crocket Big Game and Varmint Hunter’s for the VX-7L 4.5-18x56mm Long Range.
The riflescopes feature Leupold’s SpeeDial system which allows hunters faster, easier and more precise adjustments through assisted lift and lock dials, and an integral cap that allows for a secure stowage position. This unique dial design allows shooters to adjust for windage and elevation easily and securely – without the need for tools.
Conveniently located on the left side of the turret, the side focus parallax adjustment also incorporates the SpeeDial adjustment system. The adjustment focuses the target image onto the reticle for zero parallax regardless of condition. The VX-7’s titanium nitride, stainless steel-constructed mechanics include dual erector springs to ensure precise, durable adjustments for a lifetime of rugged use.
The VX-7 comes with Leupold’s Golden Ring® Custom Care Package. If the riflescope ever needs servicing, owners receive priority handling, so there’s never a wait for an operator. Owners can have loaner scopes sent anywhere in the world if necessary, and are guaranteed that the scope will be fixed within one, 24-hour period. The scopes are threaded for Alumina accessories in addition to including Alumina flip-back lens covers. Custom laser imaging is also available on the VX-7 at no additional charge.
VX-7 riflescopes are backed by Leupold’s Full Lifetime Guarantee. For more information, or to locate a local Leupold dealer, contact Leupold & Stevens, Inc., P.O. Box 688, Beaverton, OR 97075-0688; (800) LEUPOLD or (503) 526-1400 – phone; (503) 352-7621 – fax. Or, go to www.leupold.com.
Sightron™, Inc.'s new SII multi-purpose spotting scope kit contains the essentials for a day of long distance viewing or shooting at the range.
The kit contains Sightron's SII 20-60x63 spotting scope, the most versatile in their line up.
The waterproof, fogproof scope comes with a 20-60 zoom eyepiece for long distance viewing or when higher magnification is needed. A wide angle 25X eyepiece is also included for situations that require a wide field of view. All lenses are fully multi-coated for excellent light transmission.
The scope comes with a retractable sun shade and lanyard style dust cover. The Kit includes a padded cordura carrying case with zippers on each end to allow the scope to be used while still protected by the case.
A pouch on the case provides convenient storage for an extra eye piece.
A table top tripod and window mount are also included.
T-mount and photo adapters are available as optional accessories to fit a wide variety of popular camera models for outdoor photography.
Suggested retail price is $766.77.
For more information on Sightron, Inc. products, visit www.sightron.com.
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Sightron™, Inc. meets the demand of competition shooters with the introduction of their SII Big Sky Scope with a silhouette reticle. The new 6-24x42 variable power scope was designed specifically for small bore and high power silhouette competitive shooters.
The scope features π MOA click target knobs with a 20 MOA per revolution, 60 MOA of windage and elevation adjustment and a ∏ inch MOA Target Dot reticle for precision shooting. SII Big Sky scopes are built from a rugged one piece aircraft quality aluminum tube. They feature Sightron's unique Exactrack™system for preciseno-drift windage and elevation adjustments.
The fully coated precision ground lenses use Sightron's ZACT-7 Revcoat™seven layer multicoating throughout to provide some of the highest light transmission in the industry.
Sightron Scopes are waterproof; nitrogen filled and provide a lifetime of internal fog protection. SII Big Sky models have climate control coatings on the exterior lens surfaces to provide additional protection in inclement weather. The scope comes with a 3-inch sun shade.
Sightron's lifetime replacement warranty ensures consumers that if one of their products fails, they can return it to Sightron or an authorized Sightron dealer for a new one.
Suggested retail price of the SII Big Sky 6-24x42 SIL scope $ 762.29
For more information on Sightron, Inc. products, visit www.sightron.com.
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Sightron™, Inc.'s new SII variable power target scope gives shooters the choice of a dot, mil-dot or duplex reticle to match their personal shooting requirements. The new 6.5-20x42 scope features Sightron's low profile target knobs and 720 degree adjustable objective for incredibly fine focus from 12 yards to infinity.
They are equally suited for both air guns and high powered rifles, providing a lifetime of precise shot placement. SII target scopes come with a 3" detachable sun shade for shooting in bright conditions.
SII scopes are built from a rugged one piece aircraft quality aluminum tube. They feature Sightron's unique Exactrack™ system for precise no-drift windage and elevation adjustments. The fully coated precision ground lenses use Sightron's ZACT-7 Revcoat™ seven layer multicoating throughout to provide some of the highest light transmission in the industry.
Sightron Scopes are waterproof; nitrogen filled and provide a lifetime of internal fog protection. Sightron's lifetime replacement warranty ensures consumers that if one of their products fails, they can return it to Sightron or an authorized Sightron dealer for a new one.
Suggested retail price is Plex-$513.16, DOT-$567.00 and MD-$602.88.
For more information on Sightron, Inc. products, visit www.sightron.com.
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Sightron, Inc. has introduced a new 36 power rifle scope that is sure to catch the eye of avid benchrest target shooters. The new addition to the SII Big Sky line of scopes has several features that serious benchrest shooters look for in a quality scope.
Like all Sightron rifle scopes, the new 36x42mm scope is built around a one-piece mono-tube. The tube is the perfect platform for a large scope, giving it strength and durability.
The glass lenses of all the SII Big Sky scopes are precision ground and hand-fitted in the scope. Outside lens surfaces are coated with Zact-7 multi-layer coating.
The SII Big Sky 36x42mm scope uses Sightron's enhanced ExacTrack adjustment system with 1/8 MOA target knobs. By loosening 3 set screws on the turret, the scope can be reset to zero. The scope also incorporates a 1/8 MOA dot reticle. This scope has an adjustable objective and this complete system is proving to be a winning combination.
Like all Sightron SII Big Sky scopes, the 36x42mm scope has a long eye relief of 3.7 inches. Focus on this scope goes all the way down to 10 yards. Each scope comes with a sunshade and lens covers.Sightron, Inc. is so confident in the design and production of their products, each one comes with a 'Lifetime Replacement Warranty'. Should a Sightron product ever fail, consumers can return the product to Sightron or a participating dealer for replacement.
For more information on Sightron, Inc. products, visit www.sightron.com.
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SII Big Sky 36x42mm Scope Specifications
Item
SIIB3642BRD
Description
36x42mm
Adjustable Objective
Power
36x
Finish
Satin Black
Reticle
1/8 MOA Dot Reticle
Adjustment
1/8 MOA Adjustment
Target Knobs
Lenses
Fully Multi-Coated
List Price $705.03
Three new rifle scopes in Sightron's SII Big Sky line of rifle scopes have been designed and built to meet the demanding needs of both competitive shooters and hunters who shoot long range.
The three scopes include two 4-16x42mm models, one with a satin black finish and the other is stainless and one 6-24x42 satin black model. All three scopes incorporate a mil-dot reticle that makes in the field adjustments for windage and elevation simple. This reticle has proven itself in both military and civilian applications.
Each Sightron SII Big Sky scope starts with a one-piece mono-tube design, crafted from a bar of aluminum that is 400 times stronger than jointed scopes that may have several pieces in the tube.
All three models are built with Sightron's proven features. These include a one-piece tube, ExacTrack˙ adjustment system, and Zact-7˙ multi-layer Coating.
Each scope has target knobs and an adjustable objective lens. Eye relief is between 3.7 and 4 inches.
Sightron, Inc. is so confident in the design and production of their products, each one comes with a 'Lifetime Replacement Warranty'. Should a Sightron product ever fail, consumers can return the product to Sightron or a participating dealer for replacement.
For a description of all the SII Big Sky competitive shooting scope models, please see the chart below.
For more information on Sightron, Inc. products, visit www.sightron.com.
SIIB41642MD
4-16x42mm
SBMDAOTTFMC
$671.41
SIIB41642MDST
4-16x42mm
SBMDAOTTFMC
$671.41
SIIB62442MD
6-24x42mm
SBMDAOTTFMC
$691.58
DESCRIPTION LEGEND
SB=SATIN BLACK D=DOT TT=TARGET KNOBS
ST=STAINLESS P=DUPLEX FMC=FULLY MULTI-COATED
R=RUBBER GL=GLOSS
MD=MIL-DOT AO=ADJUSTABLE OBJECTIVE
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Three new rifle scopes in Sightron’s SII Big Sky™ line of rifle scopes have been designed and built to meet the demanding needs of both competitive shooters and hunters who shoot long range.
The three scopes include two 4-16x42mm models, one with a satin black finish and the other is stainless and one 6-24x42 satin black model. All three scopes incorporate a mil-dot reticle that makes in the field adjustments for wind and elevation simple. This reticle has proven itself in both military and civilian applications.
Each Sightron ™ SII Big Sky scope starts with a one-piece mono-tube design, crafted from a bar of aluminum that is 400 times stronger than jointed scopes that may have several pieces in the tube.
All three models are built with Sightron’s proven features. These include a one-piece tube, ExacTrack™ adjustment system, and Zact-7™ multi-layer coating.
Each scope has target knobs and an adjustable objective lens. Eye relief is between 3.7 and 4 inches.
Sightron, Inc. is so confident in the design and production of their products, each one comes with a “Lifetime Replacement Warranty”. Should a Sightron product ever fail, consumers can return the product to Sightron or a participating dealer for replacement.
For more information on Sightron, Inc. products, visit www.sightron.com.
SIIB41642MD
4-16x42mm
SBMDAOTTFMC
$671.41
SIIB41642MDST
4-16x42mm
SBMDAOTTFMC
$671.41
SIIB62442MD
6-24x42mm
SBMDAOTTFMC
$691.58
DESCRIPTION LEGEND
SB=SATIN BLACK D=DOT TT=TARGET KNOBS
ST=STAINLESS P=DUPLEX FMC=FULLY MULTI-COATED
R=RUBBER GL=GLOSS
MD=MIL-DOT AO=ADJUSTABLE OBJECTIVE
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This new scope has been given a "Great Buy" Award by Outdoor Life magazine. "This is an outstanding honor for Sightron," says Sightron President, Scott Helmer. "We strive to bring quality and value to the consumer with our product line. Having one of the new SII Big Sky rifle scopes recognized for "Great Value" is indeed an award we are proud to receive."
The new line of SII Big Sky rifle scopes and binoculars was introduced at the 2007 SHOT Show in January. All Big Sky Scopes feature a one-piece mono-tube design. Lenses are ground to exacting specifications providing unparalleled image resolution. Adjustment in each scope is precise with Sightron‚s revolutionary ExacTrack - unique windage and elevation system and has been enhanced in the SII Big Sky line.
With 27 models already available, Sightron has a SII Big Sky Scope to fit any shooting or hunting need.
For more information on Sightron, Inc. products, visit www.sightron.com.
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Three new rifle scopes in Sightron’s SII Big Sky ™ line of rifle scopes have been designed and built to meet the demanding needs of both competitive shooters and hunters who shoot long range.
The three scopes include two 4-16x42mm models, one with a satin black finish and the other is stainless and one 6-24x42 satin black model. All three scopes incorporate a mil-dot reticle that makes in the field adjustments for wind and elevation simple. This reticle has proven itself in both military and civilian applications.
Each Sightron ™ SII Big Sky scope starts with a one-piece mono-tube design, crafted from a bar of aluminum that is 400 times stronger than jointed scopes that may have several pieces in the tube.
All three models are built with Sightron’s proven features. These include a one-piece tube, ExacTrack™ adjustment system, and Zact-7™ Climate Control Coatings.
Each scope has target knobs and an adjustable objective lens. Eye relief is between 3.7 and 4 inches.
Sightron, Inc. is so confident in the design and production of their products, each one comes with a “Lifetime Replacement Warranty”. Should a Sightron product ever fail, consumers can return the product to Sightron or a participating dealer for replacement.
For more information on Sightron, Inc. products, visit www.sightron.com.
SIIB41642MD 4-16x42mm $671.41
SIIB41642MDST 4-16x42mm $671.41
SIIB62442MD 6-24x42mm $691.58
DESCRIPTION LEGEND
SB=SATIN BLACK D=DOT TT=TARGET KNOBS
ST=STAINLESS P=DUPLEX FMC=FULLY MULTI-COATED
R=RUBBER GL=GLOSS
MD=MIL-DOT AO=ADJUSTABLE OBJECTIVE
Three new binocular models from Sightron ™ , Inc. deliver good optical performance at a price almost everyone can afford. These poro-prism binoculars come in 7, 10, or 12 power. Each has a 50 mm objective which provides increased resolution and relative brightness.
are both fog and waterproof and feature fully multi-coated lenses. They are rubber armored to help protect them under tough outdoor conditions and activities. Each binocular comes with eye protection cups, a pouch, strap and lens cleaning cloth.
Suggested retail price for the 7x50mm model is only $168.05. Prices for the 10x50mm and 12x50mm models are $185.86 and $201.66 respectively.
Sightron, Inc. is so confident in the design and production of their products, each one comes with a “Lifetime Replacement Warranty”. Should a Sightron product ever fail, consumers can return the product to Sightron or a participating dealer for replacement.
For more information on Sightron, Inc. products, visit www.sightron.com.
Hunter's Specialties® has taken three of their popular Vita-Rack® seed mixes and made them even better for 2008.
The new High Protein Vita-Rack Summer Annual Mix contains Nugget Peas, Iron & Clay Peas, Cow Peas, Trailing Soybeans, Peridovic Sunflowers and Wildgame Food Sorghum. It comes in a 20 pound bag that will plant 1/2 acre.
The Vita-Rack Fall Mix provides excellent fall and winter forage, producing up to 34% protein. It should be considered an annual in the North and a perennial in the South. The Fall Mix contains Dwarf Essex Rape, Alsike Clover, Deer Candy Sugar Beets, Hobson Rape, Samson Turnip and Dynamo Turnip. It is available in either a 2 pound bag, which covers 1/3 acre, or a 6 pound bag which will plant one acre.
E-Z Grow Mix is an easy to establish annual for late fall and winter forage. It contains King Annual Rye grass, Dwarf Essex Rape, Crimson Clover, Alsike Clover and Berseem Clover. It comes in a 9 pound bag to cover 1/2 acre.
All Vita-Rack Seed Mixes come with a copy of the "Planting Food Plots" instructional DVD, to help landowners and hunters get the best performance from their plantings.
The new Vita-Rack Seed Mixes are available for the following suggested retail prices:
Summer Mix 20 pound bag $54.95.
Fall Mix 2 pound bag $15.95.
Fall Mix 6 pound bag $45.95.
E-Z Grow 9 pound bag $30.95.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
Watch Hunter's Specialties Outdoors on the Outdoor Channel
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Brownells'® new 360-degree rotating backup rear sight (stock no. 080-000-510) is the first backup sight to help AR-15 shooters achieve proper elevation at a variety of distances. The rotating drum design allows for close-range, 100-, 200- and 300-yard shots.
The drum features a larger 0.16-inch aperture for close-range shots and three 0.07 apertures each regulated for its specific range. Designed for use with any standard-height front sight, the rotating rear sight conveniently folds out of the way when not in use.
According to Tim Dillon, Brownells military supply group manager, "The new 360-degree rotating rear sight is the ultimate 'iron sight' for flattop AR-15-style rifles. Other sights limit a shooter to one specific range. The rotating rear sight is versatile enough for nearly any situation."
The sight's deeply grooved knob and ball-detent lock provide shooters with precise windage adjustments. Additionally, a large slotted hex nut and locking bar system securely clamps the sight in place and ensures sight repeatability, even during the harshest tactical conditions. As with every product from Brownells, if for any reason a shooter isn't completely satisfied with the sight, he or she can return it for a full refund.
Brownells is the world's largest supplier of firearm parts, tools, equipment and accessories. Stocking more than 30,000 items, the company services gunsmiths, armorers and shooters worldwide.
For more information or to place an order, call (800) 741-0015, Dept. #PE3, or visit www.brownells.com.
After reading books on shooting written by Gil and Vicki Ash, I can't wait to sign up for their acclaimed weekend shooting clinic for novices as well as 'experts."
If you want to learn how to shoot, why you miss, and how to correct your mistakes, you'll want to attend one of the many clinics offered by the Optimum Shotgun Performance Shooting School (OSP). Each clinic is open to students of varying skill levels and is tailored to the needs and goals of the participants. Gil and Vicki teach individual as well as group lessons on a weekly basis in Houston. You can also meet them at a club near you.
"Why you miss is more important than where."
Clinics run from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for three days and may be attended as a 1-, 2-, or 3-day event, as each day has a particular focus for each student. Students are divided into groups of no more than 5 people per instructor. The clinics include both class instruction on mechanics and enough field shooting to define and solve problems. Some 150 to 300 targets will be shot per student, depending on the target presentations.
Fees range from $350 to $500 per person per day, depending on location and the package offered by the club, not including gratuities. A $200 deposit is required at sign-up which must be done prior to reserving a space at the event. Deposits and payments may be made by Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or personal check.
To sign up, send an e-mail or call 800-838-7533 or 281-346-0888 to reserve your space!
Or check with OSP at P.O. Box 826, 29354 McKinnon Road, Suite A, Fulshear, TX 77441.
If you'd prefer checking out their vast shooting materials first, Gil and Vicki Ash have fantastic shooting videos, shooting books, sporting clays, shooting instruction, skeet shooting, trap shooting, shooting dvds, gun fitting, bird hunting, and offer shooting lessons.
One of their latest DVDs- "14 Tips to Better Shotgunning" - according to Ash, "If you are a beginner or are new to sporting clays this DVD covers the basic fundamentals we find are most important for you and that are discussed in our book “If It Ain’t Broke Fix It!” In this DVD we answer 14 of the most frequently asked questions by shooters like you to help get you started the right way. So if you are new to sporting clays or shot gunning in general or if you are a wing shooter trying to become a better shot this DVD will help you better understand the basic fundamentals of consistent shot gunning."
" Regardless of you score when you have a problem. it is always a break down in one or more of the basic fundamentals of shotgunning."
Highlights include:
• The 6 most frequent mechanical causes for misses on different targets.
• Patterning your gun for fit.
• When to shoot with a mounted gun and why.
• How to slow the targets down.
• Grip, stance, and balance and how they control consistency.
• The three reasons you miss targets that you know how to hit.
• The risks of different shooting methods.
• Home practice.
How to Get It:
The video is available on DVD for less than the cost of 30 minutes of personal instruction--only $49.95 (plus $10.00 shipping). Purchase also comes with a money-back guarantee. If you don't feel like you got more information from watching this DVD than you would receive in a personal half-hour lesson with Gil or Vicki, just send the DVD back and your money will be refunded.
For more information, call 1-800-838-7533.
Another great book guaranteed to improve your shooting - writen by Gil and Vicki Ash - is "You Gotta Be Out of Your Mind!" The Ash's were not only the first shotgunning instructors to address the mental game of shooting, they are also the authorities on the subject! They continue to research and learn more about mental performance, and this new book teaches concepts you won't see anywhere else.
For more information, call 1-800-838-7533 or check web site www.ospschool.com/outmind.
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BOGgear LLC has introduced a new quick-change head system for its ever-popular Bog-Pod Shooting Sticks --- the new Switcheroo.
The Switcheroo is easy to use and gives your BOG-POD bipod or tripod the versatility in the field to quickly transition from a spotting scope/camera mount to a gun rest in seconds. You have to see this incredibly simple and inexpensive system in person to fully appreciate it.
The Switcheroo is not only the first of its kind, but it's the fastest, sturdiest and only true quick-change head system invented for the modern-day telescoping shooting stick. This ingenious new concept uses a high-strength steel pin held in place by a friction ball and converts any existing BOG-POD tripod or bipod to multipurpose support that will accommodate a variety of devices whether it is a spotting scope, a still camera of any size, or a compact video camera. With the Switcheroo conversion kit, there is simply nothing that a BOG-POD can’t do!
The kit contains everything you'll need: 1) a "V" bracket shooting rest with a quick-change pin; 2) an all steel, ball-and-socket camera and spotting scope mount with a quick-change pin; and 3) an attachment plate that easily connects to any camera/optical equipment that has a threaded base.
From hillsides and valleys for a magnificent trophy, to taking that one critical shot, then finishing off a successful hunt with memorable photos, the BOG-POD and the NEW Switcheroo conversion kit will allow you to do it all! The Switcheroo is perfect for professional photographers and videographers as well. So come by the BOGgear booth (#30030) at the SHOT Show and see it for yourself - it's a combination that simply can’t be beat!
For more information log onto the BOGgear web site at www.BOGgear.com
With the purchase of any Beretta Urika 2, Xtrema 2, 686 White Onyx, 687 Silver Pigeon II or 687 Silver Pigeon V shotgun, the customer will receive up to $300 in Beretta Bucks that can be redeemed online at Beretta USA‚s e-Store for Beretta clothing, accessories or pro shop products. The Beretta Bucks promotion runs through December 31, 2008.
To take advantage of the Beretta Bucks program, customers must purchase one or more of the above Beretta shotguns on or between August 1, 2008 and December 31, 2008. Customers simply complete a coupon and mail it in along with the required documentation. They will receive a special code to use in Beretta USA‚s e-Store. This offer is good on new products purchased in the United States only.
'The Beretta Bucks promotion offers customers an additional incentive to buy one of our shotguns for the hunting or holiday season,' stated Patrick McDonald, vice president of sales and marketing. 'This promotion also provides a free and easy way for our customers to experience some of our other products like Beretta clothing and accessories.'
For additional information on the Beretta Bucks promotion, visit a Beretta dealer or visit the Beretta web site at www.berettausa.com.
ABOUT BERETTA
Beretta established in 1526, is the oldest industrial dynasty in the world tracing its roots through 16 generations of continuous family ownership. Firearms bearing the Beretta name have been sold for almost 500 years. Beretta USA Corp. was founded in 1977 and supplies the standard sidearm to the U.S. Armed Forces. Today Beretta manufactures, distributes and markets a complete line of firearms, accessories and apparel. Beretta also owns and operates six retail Beretta Gallery stores worldwide. For additional information visit www.berettausa.com.
The newest addition to Browning's diverse line of high-performance trap shotguns is the Cynergy Classic Trap Unsingle Combo that will give trap shooters one of the most advanced over and under shotgun designs to use in either singles or doubles competition.
The new Cynergy Classic Trap Unsingle Combo set includes an adjustable Unsingle Rib with single barrel and an over and under barrel set, all in an aluminum case. The Unsingle Rib can be easily fine tuned for sight picture and point of impact adjustments.
The Cynergy's low profile receiver design aids in controlling recoil with its Monolock hinge technology that gives the Cynergy the lowest profile receiver in the industry. This ingenious new hinge system pivots on significantly more surface area than other over and under shotguns with low profile receivers.
The Cynergy also features the unique Reverse Striker ignition system. This is a mechanical trigger system that uses an actuator to reverse the direction of the impact force from the pin to the striker. It offers the benefits of crisper feel and lighter pull, plus greatly reduced locktime and overtravel.
The new Cynergy Classic Trap Unsingle Combo will be supplied with a gloss finish Monte Carlo grade III/IV walnut stock with right-hand palm swell, adjustable comb and modified semi-beavertail forearm with finger grooves. It will be offered in 32"/34", 32"/32", 30"/34" and 30"/32" barrel combinations with HiViz® Pro-Comp fiber optic sights. Four Invector Plus™ Midas Grade™ chokes tubes will also be supplied. Suggested Retail with aluminum fitted case, $4,942.00.
To see complete specifications and pricing or to download hi-res images on new Browning products go to Browning's web site at www.browning.com
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The Browning Citori has built a reputation as the finest, most reliable over and under shotgun available. For 2008 Browning has introduced the new Citori 625, the next in a legendary line of high-performance shotguns. Performance is improved with the addition of the all new Vector Pro™ extended forcing cones that are designed to improve ballistic performance. A new modified trigger offers a lighter, crisper pull.
Like all Browning Citori over and unders, the new 625 has a fit and finish that rival that of guns costing much more with tight, consistent wood-to-metal fit. Action components are machined to exacting tolerances, heat-treated for added strength and hand-fitted using the traditional lampblack-and-file method to ensure the precise fit of critical components.
Vector Pro™ Extended Forcing Cones. Back-boring is proven to improve shot patterns, and Browning's new Vector Pro does it better than anyone else in the industry. Vector Pro features extended forcing cones that are over 2" longer than other systems. The taper is much more gradual than the 5° industry specification for even less shot deformation resulting in more uniform and consistent patterns. The Vector Pro geometry completely eliminates any step or double taper between the chamber and bore.
The new Citori 625 also features all new wood checkering patterns that are both striking in appearance and highly functional, adding additional traction in all conditions. A new receiver engraving pattern combines tradition with a modern flare.
Citori 625 Field and 625 Sporting models are also in the line-up for 2008. Receivers have a silver nitride finish with high-relief engraving. Stocks are gloss oil finish with Grade II/III walnut with radius pistol grip and Schnabel forearm.
The Citori 625 Field is offered in 12 gauge only with 26" or 28" lightweight profile barrels. Three Invector Plus™ choke tubes are included. Browning Citori 626 Field, Suggested Retail, $2,299.00.
The new Citori 625 Sporting in both standard and adjustable comb stock models in 12 gauge only. Barrel lengths offered are 32", 30" and 28". Five new Diamond Grade extended Invector Plus™ choke tubes will be supplied. Browning's Triple Trigger System is also featured that allows the shooter to fine tune the length of pull and switch between a wide checkered, a narrow smooth and a wide smooth canted trigger shoe. HiViz® Pro-Comp fiber-optic front sights are also featured on the 625 Sporting model. Browning Citori 625 Sporting Suggested Retail, $3,299.00 with standard stock and $3499.00 with adjustable comb stock.
To see complete specifications and pricing or to download hi-res images on new Browning products go to Browning's web site at www.browning.com.
Since their debut at the 2006 SHOT Show, the Remington® Premier Over & Under line of target and field shotguns have rapidly made their mark in the competitive world of clay shooting and with wingshooters alike. Classic Italian craftsmanship, superior balance and sleek handling elevate these over & unders to a status of their own.
Remington is pleased to expand this line of finely-crafted and well-designed break actions for 2007 with the addition of three new 12- gauge competition versions. The Premier STS® Competition with 32-inch barrel and Premier STS Competition Adjustable Comb with choice of 30 or 32-inch barrel lengths join the initial Premier STS Competition 12-gauge offering with 28 or 30-inch barrel.
Each Premier STS Competition offering features a low-profile, machined steel receiver with electroless nickel plating for added protection; polished blued, target-style barrels; premium figured walnut stock with right-hand palm swell and target-style Schnabeled fore-end for quick, responsive handling. Both stock and fore-end are enhanced with detailed cut checkering and handsome high gloss finish. The barrels are overbored (0.735 inch diameter) with lengthened forcing cones for optimal pattern performance and reduction of felt recoil. The wider 10mm rib and ivory front and steel mid beads provide for quick target acquisition and the vented barrel filets aid in dissipation of the heat associated with high-volume shooting.
Five custom ProBore™ Choke tubes (Skeet, Improved Cylinder, Light Modified, Modified and Full) with convenient knurled extensions are included, allowing for quick adjustment for varying course conditions or target presentation. The barrel selector is conveniently located on the tang safety. Other features that set this 12-gauge apart from the competition include stylish engraving on the receiver; script “R” logo on the bottom of the receiver; and distinctive gold trigger. These well-designed Premier Over & Under shotguns come with a FAA-approved, lockable hard case.
To further enhance your gun fit and performance, select the Premier STS Competition Adjustable Comb stock version with 30 or 32-inch barrel length. This feature allows the stock to be customized to the shooter with adjustment for both height and cast.
Competitively-styled and classically-designed, the Premier Competition STS Over & Unders deliver clay-crushing performance in an extremely attractive package.
Available at suggested retail prices of $2540 and $2890 (with Adjustable Comb).
Offerings for 2007 are as follows:
Remington Premier® Competition STS Over & Under Shotguns
Model
Premier Competition STS
Premier Competition STS with Adjustable Comb Stock
Gauge
12 (3-inch)
12 (3-inch)
BBL Length
32 inches
30 inches, 32 inches
Barrel Type
10mm Rib
Vented Filets
ProBore Extended Chokes
10mm Rib
Vented Filets
ProBore Extended Chokes
Sights
Ivory Front Bead
Steel Mid Bead
Ivory Front Bead
Steel Mid Bead
Metal Finish
Electroless Nickel (Receiver)
Polished Blued (Barrel)
Electroless Nickel (Receiver)
Polished Blued (Barrel)
Overall Length
49 1/4 inches
47 1/4 inches
49 1/4 inches
Length of Pull
14 3/8 inches
14 3/8 inches
Drop (Comb)
1 1/2 inches
1 1/2 inches
Drop (Heel)
2 3/8 inches
2 3/8 inches
Stock Material
Walnut
Walnut
Stock Finish
High Gloss
High Gloss
Average Weight
8 lbs.
7 3/4 lbs. and 8 lbs.
ProBore Choke Tubes are not interchangeable with Rem™ Choke Tubes
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Remington has produced a new product that raises the performance standard again -- the Wingmaster HD, the ultimate in high-performance hunting ammunition that's perfect for the waterfowl season.
Utilizing Remington's proprietary composite of tungsten-bronze-iron metal (approved for waterfowl hunting by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service), Wingmaster HD outperforforms, says the company, existing products with distinct and measurable advantages in pattern density and overall multi-range effectiveness. With "Drop-Dead Better" Performance, Wingmaster HD exhibits the following advantages:
12.0 Grams/CC Pellet Density -- The optimal pellet density for an ideal combination of pattern energy and dispersion without sacrificing pellet count at extended ranges - unlike some competitive loads.
Round, Smooth, True-to-Size Pellets -- Wingmaster HD pellets ae smooth and round, resulting in true flight for dense, efficient patterns with no flyers. Every pellet is consistent in size and shape and equally effective in performance.
Choke Responsiveness -- Changin hunting conditions often call for an adjustment in pattern diameter. Wingmaster RD has a hardness rating similar to steel shot resulting in improved choke tube responsiveness, a benefit not previously obtainable with high density shot materials.
Equal Energy in Every Pellet -- Because Wingmaster HD pellets are true-to-size and round, individual pellets maintain consistent velocity and energy for deep penetration at long range.
For more information, contact Remington Arms Company, Inc., 870 Remington Drive, Madison, NC 27025; or check web site www.remington.com.
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Remington's new Premier Over & Under shotgun family combines the dependability and reliability that is the norm from the company. It has fine Italian craftsmanship, balance, and smooth handling, and these solidly-built break actions are available in three versions -- a 12-gauge Premier STS Competition designed for the clay shooter, and the Premier Field and Premier Upland Grades in 12, 20, and 28-gauges, ideal for the serious bird and small game hunter. Each gun features a low-profile, machined steel receiver, polished blued barrels; premium walnut stock and traditional Schnabeled fore-end, both with detailed cut checkering. The Premier Over & Under shotguns come with a protective hard case.
Premier STS Competition: This 12-gauge version is available with a 28 or 30-inch target-style barrel featuring a wide 10mm rib and ivory front and steel mid beads. Vented barrel filets aid in dissipation of the heat associated with high-volume shooting. The walnut stock with right-hand palm swell and modified Schnabel fore-end feature a handsome gloss finish. The overbored barrels (0.735 inch diameter) come equpped with five custom ProBore Extended Choke tubes (Skeet,Improved Cylinder, Light Modified, Modified, and Full) for optinum patterns. The barrel selector is conveniently located on the tang safety. Other features that set this 12-gauge apart from the competition include stylish engraving; protective Titanium PVD (Physical Vapor Disposition) coating on the receiver; script "R" logo on the bottom of the receiver; and distinctive gold trigger. The suggested retail price is $2400.
Premier Field Grade: Available in 12, 20 and 28-gauge with choice of 26 or 28-inch barrels. These field versions feature a traditional vent barrel with 7mm rib, ivory front and steel mid beads as well as solid barrel filets, making this over & under at home in any field setting. The high-quality walnut stock and hunting Schnabel fore-end feature a satin finish. Adding to the appeal of this attractive field gun is the nickel-finished receiver with game scene engraving. All versions feature flush ProBore Choke Tubes. Suggested retail price is $1971.
Premier Upland Grade: The upland version boats the same features and gauge availablity as the Field Grade. With classic enhancements, such as oil-finished wood stock and fore-end and complimenting case-colored receiver, accented with gold game scene engraving. Suggested retail price $2057.
For more information, contact Remington Arms Company, Inc., 870 Remington Drive, Madison, NC 27025; or check web site www.remington.com.
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Highly anticipated, Remington has announced the most exciting addition to its respected, 100-year lineage of reliable autoloading shotguns – the 12-gauge, 3-inch magnum Remington® Model 105CTi shotgun. This technologically-advanced, gas-operating autoloader combines great looks, smooth handling and reliable operation in our lightest weight (7 lbs.) and softest recoiling, autoloading platform ever. Just what you have come to expect from Remington – innovation, performance and dependability.
The Model 105CTi autoloading shotgun has many patent-pending and unique design features beginning with the core of the Model 105 – its skeletonized 12-gauge receiver, fully capable of handling 3-inch magnum or light 2 3/4-inch loads interchangeably. Constructed of aircraft-grade Titanium with a carbon-fiber shell, the receiver provides unparalleled strength in a slim, compact design which reduces the overall weight of the gun. The ambidextrous “Double Down” bottom feed and ejection system provides for quick, smooth reloading and no distractions from shell ejection. The TurboFeed™ loading system allows for the first shell to be loaded directly from the magazine into the chamber; provides rapid loading; faster follow-up shots; and equally as fast unloading.
The Model 105CTi autoloader reduces the shock of felt recoil through an innovative, four part process with up to a 50% reduction in recoil. The Rate Reduction System, located in the stock, provides for consistent and reliable feed, regulation of bolt velocity and reduction of felt recoil through its patented oil-filled cylinder. Addition of a newly designed, convex R3® Recoil Pad further reduces recoil and provides for ease of mounting the Model 105CTi on the range or in the field over bulky outer clothing. A simple and efficiently-designed gas operating system features a one-piece, inertia sleeve and gas seal. In addition to reducing recoil, this design reduces maintenance of the Model 105CTi by requiring less cleaning with fewer parts. Further reduction of recoil is achieved through the overbored barrel (.735 inch diameter) with lengthened forcing cones. Overboring also reduces pellet deformity and increases pattern performance.
Durability and performance features on the Model 105CTi have not been overlooked. The hammer-forged, carbon steel barrels come with twin bead sights and are available in 28 and 26-inch lengths. Unique to the Model 105 is a stylized vent rib crafted of carbon and aramid fibers, which further reduces weight and provides increased strength and protection against damage. The overbored barrels are equipped with the high-performance ProBore™ Choke Tubes to optimize patterns and each Model 105 comes with Improved Cylinder, Modified and Full flush choke tubes. Our patented, multilayer TriNyte™ coating protects the receiver from scratches and corrosion and adds to the gun’s durability. The unique rotating bolt lock-up reduces friction and increases the smooth and efficient operation of this autoloader. A critical feature of any high performance shotgun is the trigger and the Model 105CTi features a new patent pending trigger designed for crisp, consistent trigger pulls (set at 3 1/2 to 4 pounds from the factory) and has a traditional cross- bolt safety, which is reversible for left-handed shooters.
The Model 105 CTi design does not stop with reliability and performance, this autoloader has great looks, too. The satin finish on the barrel and modern, aesthetic appearance of the receiver compliment the American walnut stock. Custom laser cut checkering, satin finish and commemorative grip cap, recognizing Remington’s “100 Years of Autoloading Shotguns” manufacturing, complete this handsome stock. The eye-catching Model 105 CTi logo is featured on the fore-end and receiver side. Ready to take afield or to the range, the Model 105 comes complete with a rugged, lockable hard case.
See your local dealer to own the lightest weight and softest recoiling autoloader in the Remington family of products. The Model 105 CTi is available at a suggested retail price of $1332.
Details:
Remington Model 105CTi™
Gauge 12 (2 3/4 and 3-inch) ; Mag. Capacity 4
BBL Length 28" inches, 26 inches
Barrel Type Vent Rib
ProBore Chokes (IC, Mod & Full)
Sights - Twin Bead
Metal Finish
TriNyte Black
Overall Length
48 1/4 inches, 46 1/4 inches
Length of Pull 14 1/4 inches
Drop (Comb) 1 1/2 inches
Drop (Heel) 2 1/2 inches
Stock Material American Walnut
Stock Finish Satin
Average Weight 7 lbs., 6 7/8 lbs.
Note: The ProBore choke tubes are not interchangeable with standard Rem Choke tubes.
The Remington® Model 1100 autoloading shotgun has earned a solid reputation worldwide on the range and in the field for over four decades and continues today to be the most popular autoloader in the marketplace. Now future generations can count on the same reliability, smooth handling and soft recoil of the Model 1100 in a new, enhanced 2 3/4 and 3-inch version – the Model 1100 G3 in 12 and 20-gauge offerings, delivered in a lockable, hard case.
The performance-driven design of the G3 autoloader makes it capable of handling 2 3/4 and 3-inch shells and incorporates features that enhance the gas-operating system, reduce wear and improve cleaning of the time-proven Model 1100. Starting with the solid carbon steel receiver, the G3 wears a Titanium PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) coating which provides an attractive, yet durable finish. All internal operating parts (action bars, action bar sleeve, action spring, locking block, hammer, sear and magazine tube) are honed and feature a nickel-plated, Teflon® coating as do the trigger and extended carrier release. Other improvements include a pressure compensated barrel which enables the use of light 2 3/4-inch target loads interchangeably with heavier 3-inch magnum loads and the recoil-dampening R3® Recoil Pad, which significantly lessens felt recoil for quicker target acquisition and follow-up shots.
The 12-gauge versions of the G3 have overbored (diameter of .735 inch) vent rib barrels which utilize the new custom-designed ProBore™ choke tubes. Choice of a 28 or 26-inch barrel length is available with Skeet, Improved Cylinder, Light Modified, Modified and Full ProBore flush choke tubes. The 20-gauge versions feature the versatile Rem® Choke system on the carbon steel vent rib barrel and include Improved Cylinder, Light Modified, Modified, Improved Modified and Full choke tubes with choice of barrel in 28 or 26-inch lengths.
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The new Premier Over & Under shotgun family combines the dependability and reliability that you have come to expect from Remington with fine Italian craftsmanship, balance and smooth handling. These solidly-built break actions will be available in three versions for 2006 – a 12-gauge Premier STS® Competition designed for the clay shooter and the Premier Field and Premier Upland Grades in 12, 20 and 28-gauges, ideal for the serious bird and small game hunter. Each gun features a low-profile, machined steel receiver; polished blued barrels; premium walnut stock and traditional Schnabeled fore-end, both with detailed cut checkering. The Premier Over & Under shotguns come with a protective hard case.
Premier STS Competition | This 12-gauge version is available with a 28 or 30-inch target-style barrel featuring a wide 10mm rib and ivory front and steel mid beads. Vented barrel filets aid in dissipation of the heat associated with high-volume shooting. The walnut stock with right-hand palm swell and modified Schnabel fore-end feature a handsome gloss finish. The overbored barrels (0.735 inch diameter) come equipped with five custom ProBore™ Extended Choke tubes (Skeet, Improved Cylinder, Light Modified, Modified and Full) for optimum patterns. The barrel selector is conveniently located on the tang safety. Other features that set this 12-gauge apart from the competition include stylish engraving; protective Titanium PVD (Physical Vapor Disposition) coating on the receiver; script “R” logo on the bottom of the receiver; and distinctive gold trigger. Suggested retail price: $2240
Premier Field Grade | Available in 12, 20 and 28-gauge with choice of 26 or 28-inch barrels. These field versions feature a traditional vent barrel with 7mm rib, ivory front and steel mid beads as well as solid barrel filets, making this over & under right at home in any field setting. The high-quality walnut stock and hunting Schnabel fore-end feature a satin finish. Adding to the appeal of this attractive field gun is the nickel-finished receiver with game scene engraving. All versions feature flush ProBore Choke Tubes. Suggested retail price: $1840-1880
Premier Upland Grade | The upland version boasts the same features and gauge availability as the Field Grade. With classic enhancements, such as oil-finished wood stock and fore-end and complimenting case-colored receiver, accented with gold game scene engraving, the Premier Upland will be the envy of every bird hunter. Suggested retail price: $1920-1960
Winchester Rifles and Shotguns Super X3 is now available in Mossy Oak Duck Blind camo.
Waterfowlers are a unique group that endure extreme weather conditions in all types of terrain. They are serious about hunting and attentive to minor details that could cause birds to flare.
Mossy Oak Duck Blind camouflage was developed to make their hunts more effective and productive. Duck Blind features elements from every sector of the nation's waterfowl highways and was skillfully designed to maintain its effectiveness throughout the waterfowl season in a wide variety of actual waterfowl hunting environments.
This 3-inch workhorse shotgun has a composite stock and Dura-Touch® Armor Coating finish. It also features stock spacers for length-of-pull adjustment, drop-and-cast adjustment spacers, three Invector-Plus™ choke tubes and sling swivel studs. Suggested retail price is $1,216.00.
For more information on Winchester Repeating Arms, visit web site www.winchesterguns.com.
Winchester Repeating Arms produces official licensed products of Mossy Oak/Haas Outdoors Inc. Haas Outdoors Inc., headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions, Mossy Oak Interactive, LLC, Nativ Nursery and Mossy Oak Properties.
˜Walt Berger insists on getting the most accuracy out of his rifle. Since 1953, he has spent much time and effort figuring out what makes a bullet shoot accurately. Today, Berger Bullets is a result of his dedication to achieve the highest level of accuracy and his dedication to accuracy is at the core of the Berger manufacturing process.
Every bullet Berger makes is match grade. Since the key to accuracy is being consistent, each bullet is formed using one set of match grade dies. Not only do they use the highest grade of materials available, they hold their jacket thickness to a concentricity of .0003 or less on every lot of bullets produced. Using state-of-the-art pressure sensing technology allows Berger Bullets to provide the shooter bullets that are as consistant as possible. What does that mean to the shooter and hunter? Simply put, the most accurate bullets shot after shot. From competition shooters to big game hunters, Berger Bullets will help you hit where you are aiming.
Berger Bullets offers bullets in a wide variety of weight options from .17 caliber through .30 caliber. For big game hunting, try Berger Match VLD bullets. Field studies have shown extremely effective results. The VLD (Very Low Drag) is designed to provide a bullet with a high Ballistic Coefficient (BC). The VLD design allows the bullet to shoot flatter and be less affected by wind than conventional bullets. Combine the VLD design with Berger‚s tight consistency and you get a more accurate bullet resulting in more effective and repetitive shot placement. By virtue of the small hollow-point and unique profile of VLDs, which incorporate a secant ogive, VLDs tend to delay expansion during penetration. All of the energy is spent inside the game animal, which puts the animal down quickly.
For more information, contact Berger Bullets, 4275 N. Palm Street, Fullerton, CA 92835, 714-447-5456; or check the company's interactive web site at www.bergerbullets.com.
SHOT Show Heading Back to Orlando in 2009
Originally scheduled for the new Las Vegas Sands Expo and Convention Center, the 2009 SHOT Show will be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, the site of the record-breaking 2007 show. The relocation was caused by the decision of Sands' management to change its architectural plans for the new facility. The new plans set back anticipated completion beyond the scheduled dates of the SHOT Show.
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Sales by gun and ammunition manufacturers jumped 22.7 percent in the fourth quarter of 2006, led by a 56.4 percent increase in handgun sales, according to the firearm industry's best economic indicator. The increases, due in part to higher selling prices associated with rising commodity costs, were seen across the board in sales of handguns, long guns and ammunition. The statistics are taken from the latest Pittman-Robertson federal excise tax collection report. Excise taxes are calculated as a percentage of wholesale receipts, paid quarterly by firearm and ammunition manufacturers, and earmarked for state wildlife conservation and habitat restoration programs.
During the quarter, $67.4 million was generated for conservation, compared to $54.9 million in the same period in 2005. From October through December, sales of pistols and revolvers were up 56.4 percent, long-gun sales increased 11.4 percent and ammunition sales rose 21.2 percent, compared to the same period the previous year. The latest tax collections suggest overall sales of $637 million, not including retail markup or final retail sales. For the entire calendar year, a total of $250.1 million was collected in excise taxes, up 11.5 percent from $224.3 million in 2005.
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Researchers at the University of California at Davis have completed a pilot study on the reliability of a new patented technology known as firearms microstamping, which is a process that micro-laser engraves a firearm so that the make, model and serial number of the gun would be imprinted on the cartridge casing of a bullet fired in the gun. The study proved that the patented technology is "flawed" and "does not work well for all guns and ammunition." The study comes at a time when the California legislature is again considering legislation to mandate this technology for firearms manufactured and sold in California.
BlackHawk Products Group, manufacturer of quality military, tactical, and most recently outdoor products, has introduced the newest addition to its product line -- the Lok-Down Sling Swivel. Precision manufactured 100% in the U.S.A., the Lok-Down Sling Swivel is constructed completely of quality steel, with no plastic parts. The all steel construction combined with its threaded lock down knurled steel plunger knob provides ruggedness, durability and classic looks making it the ultimate swivel for most popular rifles and shotguns.
Available in fine blued or stainless steel finish to match virtually any firearms, the swivels are available in swivel-only pairs, as well as sets of swivel and bases to fit most rifles and shotguns. MSRP ranges from $11.99 - $18.99.
For more information on the BlackHawk Lok-Down Swivel or BlackHawk‚s complete line of products, contact BlackHawk Products Group, 4850 Brookside Court, Norfolk, VA 23502-2052, 1.800.694.5263, or check web site www.blackhawk.com.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau the number of people turning 60 in the United States in 2006 was 7,918 per day. (330 per hour). It is estimated that there will be 57.8 million baby boomers living in 2030; 54.9% would be female. That year, boomers would be between ages of 66 and 84.
Fitovers® Eyewear introduced their first sunglass, designed to be worn over prescription eyewear in 1993. Since then the Australia based company has changed the way people think about sunglasses fitting over the top of prescription glasses. Target Market: Anyone 55 to 90 that wears prescription eyewear.
With 10 fashionable styles everyone is sure to find the perfect fit for their prescription glasses. Fitovers® Eyewear products are extremely lightweight; so the prescription eyeglass wearer be unaware they are wearing two pairs of glasses.
In the United States there is great concern for skin cancer and everyone is using sunscreen to make sure that their skin is protected from damaging (UV) rays. Sun Protection for the eyes is not taken as serious as sunscreen for skin in the United States. It is believed that overexposing your eyes to damaging UV rays can lead to eye disorders such as cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration.
Advantages of Fitovers® Eyewear products:
1) Lenses: Premium Polarized PDX™ front and side lenses with 100% UV A & UV B protection: Polarized lenses completely block out annoying glare and reflection. Fitovers® Eyewear Products are available in 4 lens tints: PDX™ Grey, PDX™ Amber, PDX™ Blue Mirror and TriLenium™ Gold by Eagle Eyes®.
2) Lightweight and Comfortable: Fitovers® Eyewear products are made of Crystal Nylonand are so lightweight that they float over your prescription eyewear. The prescription eyeglass wearer will not even realize they are wearing two pairs of glasses.
3) Fashionable colors and styles: Fitovers® Eyewear products are available in 16 rich fashion colors – Midnight Oil, Rustic Bronze, Sapphire, Blue Marble, Olive Crystal and Claret to name a few. 10 fashionable styles are available to fit perfectly over a variety of prescription eyewear.
4) Alternative to expensive prescription sunglasses: The Jonathan Paul Fitovers® Eyewear collection retails for $49.95. A pair of prescription-polarized sunglasses with a progressive lens (a progressive lens is a bifocal or a trifocal in the lens, but it is invisible) will cost $600 to $700.
5) Prescription Changes: There is no need to worry about buying new prescription sunglasses when your prescription changes – simply put the Fitovers® Eyewear products over your new prescription glasses.
6) Convenience: Keep a pair in your car, on your boat, in your Fishing tackle box, or in your golf bag. When you need sun protection the most they will be there to fit over your prescription glasses.
For information on Fitovers™ Eyewear products visit web site www.fitovers.com or call toll free customer service at 888-834-8872 ext 104
In addition to producing sportfishing programs for television, Flying Fisherman® launched its line of polarized eyewear in 1985 after years of research and development in the Florida Keys, its home base since 1972. The extreme sun and harsh conditions in the Florida Keys, along with the tremendous variety of game fish, provide the best fishing opportunity in continental America, and phenomenal product testing grounds.
During the production of the company's sportfishing TV programs, polarized camera lenses were used to reduce glare and capture the action. Sight fishing and deep-water action revealed the obvious need for polarized eyewear as well, just as local sportfishing professionals needed polarized sunglasses to do their daily job. Add the three big reasons for "turn over" -- glasses being lost, scratched, or broken -- and the company discovered a need for quality, affordable, polarized eyewear.
Flying Fisherman® Polarized Sunglasses are designed by fishermen for fishermen, and are a quality alternative to expensive eyewear. Every fishing environment out there, except for ice fishing, is available in the Florida Keys…from gin clear to brackish brown water, the deep blue Atlantic, sand and grass flats, and more. It's here that top sportfishing professionals assist us every day in field testing and developing new products...before the Flying Fisherman® brand name is put on them.
The Quality Alternative to Expensive Eyewear
Flying Fisherman Sunglasses are designed to provide quality, affordable polarized eyewear. More than 35 frame styles and a variety of AcuTint™ Sunlens options make up the collection, from classic, traditional models to sleek wrap around designs and mirrored lens treatments, Flying Fisherman Sunglasses are both stylish and fully functional, and offer uncompromising clarity, performance and value.
Polarization & UV Protection
The process of polarization uses a special filter to absorb glare producing light waves reflected off horizontal surfaces. Flying Fisherman AcuTint™ lenses eliminate glare with minimal color distortion, sharpen visul acuity and reduce eye strain.
Flying Fisherman Sunglasses provide maximum protection from harmful UVA and UVB rays, and meet or exceed FDA, ANSI and European(CE) standards for general purpose eyewear.
AcuTint™ SunLenses
Flying Fisherman Sunglasses are offered in five durable lens materials.
• Precision Ground & Polished Polarized Glass
• Virtually Indestructible Polarized Polycarbonate
• Polished Polarized Glass
• S13 Hard Coated Polarized Plastic
• Premium 1.1mm Polarized Plastic
The color of the sunlens is critical to the ability of your sunglasses to function under various conditions. Flying Fisherman AcuTint™ sunlens system offers the most effective lens tints in the color spectrum.
Smoke - Best for bright, sunny conditions such as deep water, lakes and offshore fishing. Blue mirror coating available with some styles.
Amber - Excellent for shallow water fishing, cloudy or rainy days, or other high contrast conditions. Green mirror coating available with some styles.
Yellow-Amber - Great for fishing in extremely low light, like early morning or late evening.
Vermillion - A favorite for sight fishing, muddy water and low light conditions. Red/Gold mirror coating available with some styles.
For more information or a free catalog, please contact 1-800-3-FLYFISH (800-335-9347) or 305-852-8989 FAX 305-853-0100, PO Box 545, Islamorada, The Florida Keys, 33036
Guide response to the new Polaris sunglasses by Flying Fisherman® for 2008 has been excellent. The most favored design feature was a toss up between the anti-fogging breather ducts built into the TR90 frames, and the extra light weight -- just .9 ounces. The frames have an adjustable wishbone nose bridge with super soft, comfortable nose pads, and the same super soft materials are used in the grip tip temple pads. The virtually indestructible RhinoLenses are 70mm wide, for excellent coverage, and are made of optically correct polycarbonate for superior visual acuity. There'‚s an extended flair at the base of the lenses to enhance the wrap around design, providing maximum eye protection.
Flying Fisherman's AcuTint lens color system -- in smoke with a Dark Crystal Gray frame, amber with a Dark Crystal Brown frame, and Vermillion with Crystal Black frame -- is the final ingredient added to the new Polaris style, priced at $65 US retail.
The Polaris, along with two other new Master Angler Series additions, the Caribbean and Madrid, will be available this fall.
For a look at all Flying Fisherman® products, visit www.flyingfisherman.com.
Grab your golf clubs and fetch your fishing poles; it’s time to head outdoors! Jonathan Paul Eyewear announces its brand new line of sunglasses: the 208 JP Sport Aluminum.
Virtually indestructible and unbendable, these anodized aluminum frames are built to last. JP Sport Aluminums are featured in 5, sporty frame styles to meet the lifestyle requirements of any athlete. One of the best features about the Aluminum Sport glasses is the EZJust™ nose bridge that will adjust and conform to any size nose for a comfortable, secure fit.
JP Sport Aluminums also feature ComfortFit™ temples, which are soft, rubber cushions that fit right behind the wearer’s ears for exceptional comfort and support. The lens technology in the JP Sport Aluminums is also a winner. Polarvue™ premium polarized lenses block harmful UV rays and annoying glare, while providing natural color definition and enhanced, visual acuity. This reduces painful eyestrain when you’re out on the golf course, hiking up a mountain, or out fishing with your friends.
The lenses are treated with a Duo Hard Coat™, a scratch resistant coating that protects the lenses for years of being outdoors. Suggested retail price is $49.95. For the past 15 years, Jonathan Paul Eyewear has constructed high quality sunglasses, notably Fitovers® that are specially designed to fit over prescription eyeglasses. Jonathan Paul not only offers exceptional comfort, but also offers a wide variety of fashionable fit and frame options tailored to an individual’s style and lifestyle requirements.
For more information on the JP Aluminum Sport line by Jonathan Paul Eyewear, contact: Meredith M. Bailey, Jonathan Paul Eyewear, 2600 Mchale Crt. Ste. 175, Austin, TX 78758.
T: 1-888-834-8872, F: 1-800-416-4887 e-mail Meredith@jpeyewear.com or check web site www.jpeyewear.com
Birchwood Casey, the leader in reactive targets - including their popular Shoot·N·C products, has added fluorescent red aiming points to its extensive line of targets. The addition of the aiming point is the result of meeting the growing demand of shooting enthusiasts who require more target visibility when using optics. The bright red aiming point provides a contrasting color for open sights and also for crosshairs found in modern optics. An added benefit is that the new aiming dot also creates great contrast for laser and red dot scopes.
Just like the rest of the target face, the center aiming point will also "react" in a manner that allows the shooter to see exactly where their shot hit - instantly, and without the need for a bulky spotting scope.
Shoot·N·C Targets also come with repair "pasters" on each target sheet. Pasters allow the shooter to extend the life of their target by "repairing", or covering up existing bullet holes on the target so that they can be reused - giving the shooting enthusiast 20% more shots taken per target, and more value per target!
For more information, consumers can log onto the Birchwood Casey web site at www.birchwoodcasey.com, write to 7900 Fuller Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2195 or call 800.328.6156 x7933.
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No Parts! No Tools! No Assembly Required! The Animal Gallery Resetting Target is ready for immediate use and comes with Birchwood Casey's Lifetime Warranty.
The Animal Gallery Resetting Target is made from solid steel and features a twist design on each Animal Silhouette paddle, which eliminates the need for any welds while increasing strength and durability. Each animal silhouette is proportionally resized to meet NRA specifications at 40 meters. Just shoot the animal silhouettes until they are all in the upright position and then shoot the top paddle to reset all of the animal silhouettes for another round of fun!
The Animal Gallery Resetting Target sells for a suggested retail of $49.99.
For more information, log onto the Birchwood Casey web site at www.birchwoodcasey.com,, write to 7900 Fuller Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2195 or call 800.328.6156 x7933. Please go to www.birchwoodcasey.com for an image.
This popular indoor practice targets meets all B24 target specifications. This target is great for all pistol and revolver shooting applications. The 'splattering' effect of bullet holes appears bright white upon bullet impact making this target great for law enforcement, military and every day shooters alike!
Suggested retail price is $9.99.
For more information, consumers can log onto the Birchwood Casey web site at www.birchwoodcasey.com, write to 7900 Fuller Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2195 or call 800.328.6156 x7933.
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Birchwood Casey has now developed a way to utilize the Shoot·N·C technology into a large format patterning kit. Use one target or use them all, from a one square foot matrix up to a 12.5 square foot matrix using the 12" version. Or, build a patterning kit using the 17.25" Matrix pasters up to a massive 25 square feet!
Shoot·N·C self adhesive backing makes it easy to design your own patterning matrix size. Simply adhere targets in the matrix size you wish to pattern with and enjoy. Each target utilized the Shoot·N·C technology, which allows the shooter to see bullet hits on the target with ease and from great distances (without the need for expensive spotting scopes or walking down range).
The Shoot·N·C 12" Square Matrix Pasters come in packs of 12 and sell for a suggested retail of $22.60.
The Shoot·N·C 17.25" Square Matrix Pasters come in packs of 12 and sell for a suggested retail of $40.60.
For more information, log onto the Birchwood Casey web site at www.birchwoodcasey.com, write to 7900 Fuller Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2195 or call 800.328.6156 x7933.
Birchwood Casey’s new Shoot-N-C® Turkey Silhouette shotgun patterning kit makes it easy to sight in your turkey gun for the best load and choke combination.
The new kit features a 24”x25” turkey silhouette target and four 12”x12” Shoot-N-C self-adhesive replacement turkey heads. Every shot on a Shoot-N-C target “explodes” in color on impact, making it easy to see where your gun is shooting.
The turkey silhouette target will absorb a number of shots and Shoot-N-C turkey target vitals are sold separately for extra patterning sessions.
The Shoot-N-C Turkey Silhouette Kits sells for a suggested retail price of $9.50. A 5-sheet pack of turkey vitals sells for $11.80.
For more information, log onto the Birchwood Casey web site at www.birchwoodcasey.com, write to 7900 Fuller Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2195 or call 800.328.6156 x7933.
Birchwood Casey’s new Big Burst Revealing Targets instantly show bullet hits in a high visibility white ring. Big Burst targets show hits on the entire target from border to border, so even marginal shots are visible. The orange and black color provides maximum contrast with the white bullet impacts to make it easy to see where you are shooting without the aid of a spotting scope or binoculars.
Big Burst Revealing Targets are self-adhesive for easy set-up and come in a variety of sizes including 3” to 12” round and a 12” sight-in version.
Suggested retail is $4.70 each for the following packages:
48 – 3” targets
12 – 6” targets
18 – 4” & 8” targets
3 – 12” targets
3 – 12” sight-in targets
For more information,log onto the Birchwood Casey web site at www.birchwoodcasey.com, write to 7900 Fuller Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2195 or call 800.328.6156 x7933.
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If you're aiming to introduce a child to the sports of shooting and hunting, then try paper-plate targets set twenty feet away for great BB and pellet gun practice. To get that satisfying 'ping' sound, dress up the target with some metal or foil silhouettes. Ron Tussel of the ProGear by Wrangler Outdoor Advisory Team points out that nothing beats the ring of hitting something solid. Metal silhouettes can provide a resounding clang to signal a winning shot to a young target shooter. Tussel is producer and host of television's Pennsylvania Sportsman series.
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If you like shooting clays, you'll love aiming at Ecotargets iceblasters, an environmentally safe alternative to traditional clay targets. The non-toxic Ecotargets iceblasters are 100 percent biodegradable, fly and break like clay targets, but melt away in minutes, leaving no toxic mess. Made of water, food products, and vegetable-based colorants, they're made by simply mixing measured amounts of dry powder and water, and then pouring the mixture into reusable plastic molds and placing the molds in a freezer. In a few hours, the frozen product is ready to shoot, and can be transported to the range in a cooler. Available in four basic kits for Trap, Sporting Clays, Rifle Range and Cowboy, each kit contains reusable plastic molds, enough powder to make 100 targets, and instructions. Powder comes in red, blue, yellow, green, blaze orange, gray, blue/green, brow and white with powder and molds sold separately. Targets can be thrown from any hand trap or hand-loaded mechanical trap, and a trap adaptor traction kit is included with Trap and Sporting Clays kits. Available flying target molds include standard, midi, mini, and jackrabbit.
For more information and prices, contact Eco Ice Targets, W7742 Lighthouse Road, Juneau, WI 53039; 920-927-3899, or check web site www.ecotargets.com.
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In response to customer demand, Field Logic, the maker of the award-winning BLOCK, is pleased to announce the addition of The Pup 4x4 to the increasingly popular line of targets. This new, smaller version of the original BLOCK 4x4 measures in at 16"x16"x12", making it the ideal target for anyone on the go.
Despite its small size, the Pup 4x4 packs all the durability and arrow stopping power that has made the Block 4x4 the most popular target on the market. On the inside of the Pup 4x4 there are open layers of patented Friction Foam˙ just like that in the original BLOCK® target. However, the exterior of the 4x4 targets offers a proprietary PosiLock Compression System that holds the internal foam open layers in place and eliminates slivering. This unique design offers extreme durability, easy arrow removal and superior stopping power on both hunting tips and field points.
If you are short on storage space or want a target that can go to hunting camp, be sure to check out the new Pup 4x4 targets. Weighing only 12 Lbs and measuring in at 16‰x16‰x12‰, this 4-sided archery target can go anywhere you go. The size, weight and performance of this target make it the perfect target to use in the field for realistic hunting shot practice and for use in hunting camp.
The Pup 4x4 along with the Pro 4x4 and Portable 4x4 are available at sporting good stores nationwide. The suggested retail price of this new target is $89.99.
Field Logic, Inc., the maker of the BLOCK 4x4˙, The Block® The GlenDel˙ Buck and The GlenDel® Full Rut and the leader in state-of-the-art archery targets and hunting accessories, is headquartered in Superior, Wisconsin.
For additional information on Field Logic write to 101 Main Street, Superior, WI 54880, call toll-free 1-800-282-4868 or visit the interactive web site at www.fieldlogic.com.
The G3 Sport Upland replaces the Sport 65 BPR, has more features, and sells for the previous price, including Beeper. With 10 levels of momentary and continuous and the ability to control up to 3 dogs, it's expected to be a big hit among hunters. Also, this multi-dog function is 'customer expandable' in the field by simultaneously pressing and holding a button on the transmitter and a button on the addition receiver for a few seconds.
The G3 Sport Combo, replacing the Sport 80M and the Sport 80C has more features and, surprisingly, sells for less than the 80M and 80C. The new product has up to 20 levels of momentary and continuous and a tone feature, whereas the previous models had up to only 12 levels with no tone feature. Field expandable up to 3 dogs, all the hunter has to do to change operating modes, dogs and/or stimulation levels, is move a switch. Since all the controls are on the face of the transmitter, a quick glance will tell users exactly where they are. This is an excellent device for customers who want to start out simple but have the later ability to do more sophisticated training without buying a different product.
For more information on prices and dealers, contact Tri-tronics, 1705 S. Research Loop, P.O. Box 17660, Tucson, AZ 85731; 1-800-673-5564.
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Tri-Tronics, the industry standard in electronic dog training equipment, has introduced the Sport G3ô Series.
"It was simple. We've listened to our customers," said Mike Romano, General Manager of Tri-Tronics. "After conducting extensive market research, we decided to incorporate new innovations into our SportÆ Series e-collars. Our surveys indicated that pro trainers and hunters want an e-collar that is field Expandable and has multi-dog capability. They also desired a more ergo-friendly, waterproof transmitter, a battery-life indicator, with more stimulation levels, and a shorter antenna. G3ô is the answer."
Field Expandable means that the settings on a transmitter allow the user to add more collars to their existing system. This new feature gives the Tri-Tronics customer flexibility at the time of purchase. They can purchase a one-dog training system that can be expanded as their dog training needs grow.
The new Sport G3ô Series line will now feature three products: the Sport Basic G3ô, the Sport Upland G3ô, and the Sport Combo G3ô. The simplicity of the Sport Basic G3ô makes it the ideal choice for beginners. The Sport Upland G3ô (remote beeper and training collar combo) was designed to meet the needs of wingshooters. The Sport Combo G3ô, intended for advanced dog trainers, offers 20 levels of both continuous and momentary stimulation. "The best part is that our engineers have designed a new product line that will offer our customers more value for their money," said Romano.
Additionally, Tri-Tronicsí current G2ô Pro and Field Series product lines will now feature G2 EXPô models. The new G2 EXPô units are also field expandable. Tri-Tronics customers will no longer face the tough decision on whether to purchase a 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, or 6-dog system. The flexibility of the G2 EXPô allows hunters and dog trainers to increase the capacity of their system as their training needs grow
Tri-Tronics, Inc. manufactures a full line of electronic dog training equipment. Tri-Tronics training collars are backed by a 30-day money-back, 2-year warranty. All products are made in the USA.
For more information on prices and dealers, contact Tri-tronics, 1705 S. Research Loop, P.O. Box 17660, Tucson, AZ 85731; 1-800-673-5564.
Shooters can now go directly to the shows and videos that interest them most on MyOutdoorTV.com, the world's largest online network of outdoor TV programming. A new Shooting section features many of the site's most popular personalities and shows, including original programming created by MyOutdoorTV.com.
The Shooting section is easily accessed through a home page tab, taking the viewer directly to the library of shooting-sports videos. Viewer favorites such as Todd Jarrett, Jerry Miculek, and Julie Goloski are there, as well as other personalities from such shows as Shooting USA's Army Pro Tips, S&W Pro Tips, and Blackhawk Pro Tips series; On Target Clay Target Shootout; Cowboy Action Shooter; Outdoor News; National Shooting Sports Foundation, and more. The Scholastic Clay Target Program is also featured in a series of original videos available exclusively on MyOutdoorTV.com.
"The popularity of our shooting programming prompted us to make it even easier for viewers to access their favorite shows," said Craig Lamb, Senior Editor. "Month after month, competitive shooting shows are among the most-streamed ones on the site. In addition, we've increased the amount of programming we offer on tactical shooting, shotgunning, high-power silhouette, cowboy action shooting, and firearms safety topics, so it was time to devote an entire section to these shows."
Other topical sections on MyOutdoorTV.com include Hunting, Fishing, Wildlife & Nature, Explore the U.S., Cooking, and News. The site also hosts radio shows, links to outdoor blogs, The Ultimate Tailgater, TipMasters, and The Showroom product video section.
MyOutdoorTV.com is the world's largest online network for outdoor TV programming, currently streaming over 225 show titles on the shooting sports, fishing, boating, and conservation. The site streams TV shows featuring some of the leading names in the outdoors, including Todd Jarrett, Jerry Miculek, Bill Miller, Jackie Bushman, Bill Dance, Hank Parker, Roland Martin, Jimmy Houston, and many others.
Use of MyOutdoorTV.com is always FREE to viewers, 24/7, with no registration required and no software to download. Visit web site www.myoutdoortv.com for more information.
Winchester® Ammunition launched its exciting new television show “Winchester Turkey Revolution.” Airing on VERSUS, a network available to more than 74 million households, the show provides exciting, fast paced adventures of experts hunting America’s game bird, the wild turkey.
“You’ll be on the edge of your favorite recliner while watching these experts chase the elusive birds,” said Winchester Ammunition’s Director of Marketing Greg Kosteck. “Each show is packed with great calling, impressive hunting tactics, challenging weather and great footage from all over the U.S.”
“Winchester Turkey Revolution,” featuring expert advice, hunting strategies and the experience of the hunt, debuted on VERSUS January 3, 2008. Air times:
Winchester Ammunition offers a great lineup of hunting shows, exclusively available on VERSUS. “Winchester Turkey Revolution” is the third Winchester titled sponsored series produced by Orion Multimedia (www.orionmultimedia.com).
Other Winchester titled series include:
Winchester Legends
Winchester Whitetail Revolution
To find the VERSUS channel number for your area, visit http://www.versus.com/findversus/.
To learn more about each episode of “Winchester Turkey Revolution,” visit www.winchester.com or www.versus.com.
If you’re tired of watching re-created hunting scenes and set-up videos, then there’s a new option for you. Bass Pro Shops’ 100% Real Hunting TV has a unique format that features 100% authentic hunts filmed just the way they happened in the field. Unlike most hunting TV shows that feature re-created scenes for the camera, Bass Pro’s new hunting show will show only authentic events that occurred and were filmed as they happened on the hunt.
“This is a dramatic departure from typical hunting TV,” says Jerry Martin Bass Pro’s Hunt Team Captain. Almost all hunting TV films their shows with one camera following the hunt. This makes it necessary to re-create parts of the hunt like the shot, the recovery, and most footage showing the hunter in action. This results in some pretty uncomfortable hunters and some pretty unauthentic TV. “The new TV format eliminates all acting and all staged re-creations. The secret is using two cameras. One shadows the hunter while another films the game and the hunt in general. Our hunters just have to hunt; the cameras do the rest,” Martin says.
Bass Pro’s hunting show will sport a new name in 2008 (Bass Pro’s 100% Real Hunting TV) to call attention to the shows realism and uniqueness. As in past years it will feature the Redhead Pro Hunting Team hunting across the globe. Unlike other shows, it will not feature pro hunters attempting to be actors. “Hunting with two cameras is pretty tough,” says Hunt Team member Bob Foulkrod. “It’s like a small posse going through the woods, but it’s working. The camera shadowing the hunter has gotten some pretty incredible footage, which will make some great TV. “It’s amazing what you can learn from 100% authentic shots. I’ve picked up things I was doing I never realized I did until I saw myself on the new show. I’m picking up hunting tips from studying the footage of the other Pro Team hunters. This is going to make a big difference in how the public views hunting TV.”
Bass Pro, which has been working on the project for the past couple of years, believes the outcome is well worth the effort. Steve Hargis, Bass Pro’s Director of Productions says, “Our Pro Team hunters have always disliked doing re-creations. They didn’t like ‘faking it.’ Our viewers have been looking for more realistic hunting TV, we just had to figure out how to give it to them. “Test audiences have been very excited about what they have seen. They are picking up on small things like eye movements, body language, and raw emotion. Stuff you would never see on re-created video. Realism draws audiences into the hunt and keeps them there. They are not distracted by awkward scene changes and re-creates. Our new format is a 100% improvement. It’s good for our audience and it’s good for hunting.”
“Bass Pro’s 100% Real Hunting TV” airs on the Versus Network On the Versus network at 9 a.m Sundays, 10:30 a.m. Wednes¬days and 11:30 a.m. Thursdays (all times Eastern)
Other Bass Pro Shops television shows: This is just the latest in the line of innovations in television for Bass Pro Shops, which has been breaking ground in outdoor television since 1999.
• Two years ago Bass Pro Shops developed the first hunting and fishing show for kids by kids – “The Next Generation.” This show is a fast-paced hunting and fishing show staring 13-18 year olds. Next Generation airs on the Outdoor Channel at 1 p.m. Sundays, noon Mon¬days, 9 a.m. Tuesdays and 1 p.m. Wednesdays (all times Eastern).
• Last year Bass Pro Shops reinvented the “two-men in a boat” fishing show with the launch of the action-packed highly technical fishing show all about bass – “The Bass Pros.” The show features the top names in fishing, including Kevin VanDam, Rick Clunn and Stacey King. The Bass Pros airs on Versus at 9 a.m. Saturdays, 11 a.m. Tues¬days and 10:30 a.m. Fridays (all times Eastern).
Other Bass Pro Shops media productions include:
• King of Bucks, which will return to the air in the fall of 2008;
• Outdoor World Fishing, which airs on The Outdoor Channel; and
• Outdoor World Radio, which airs on 471 radio stations in 48 states and 179 countries.
About Bass Pro Shops
Bass Pro Shops, an international catalog and internet retailer, is also America’s most popular outdoor store, offering shoppers the largest selection of quality outdoor gear, clothing and accessories from top industry names and at value prices. More than just hunting and fishing stores, Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World stores are also part museum, part art gallery, part education, conservation and entertainment centers. They offer equipment for hiking, backpacking, wildlife viewing, camping, boating, outdoor cooking and more. A gift and nature center also serves up a wide variety of outdoor-related items from lamps and dishes to bird feeders and furniture. The stores are also home to the world-famous Islamorada Fish Company Restaurants.
Award-winning in their concept and design, Bass Pro Shops retail stores are rated high as tourist-destination picks. They were recently selected by Sporting Goods Business Magazine as the #1 outdoor retailer in America. Some 90 million people visit the stores annually. Widely recognized for their efforts in conservation and outdoor education, Bass Pro Shops stores also offer Outdoor Skills Workshops for adults, kids and families. Headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, Bass Pro Shops currently has 49 retail locations in 26 states and Canada. In addition, Bass Pro Shops, also provides products and services for thousands of independent dealers world wide through its subsidiary company, American Rod & Gun. For more information regarding Bass Pro Shops store locations, products or special events, visit www.basspro.com. To request a free catalog, call 1-800-BASS PRO.
BERETTA'S BIRD HUNTING JOURNAL
Each week on Beretta's Bird Hunter's Journal you can join America's largest TV producer Chris Dorsey and shotgunning expert Steve Smith as they take viewers to some of the finest bird hunting locations around the world. Along the journey, they will meet some of the world's best guides and outfitters who will introduce millions of viewers to the hottest wingshooting action across the globe.
Beretta established in 1526, is the oldest industrial dynasty in the world tracing its roots through 16 generations of continuous family ownership. Firearms bearing the Beretta name have been sold for almost 500 years. Beretta USA Corp. was founded in 1977 and supplies the standard sidearm to the U.S. Armed Forces. Today Beretta manufactures, distributes and markets a complete line of firearms, accessories and apparel. Beretta also owns and operates six retail Beretta Gallery stores worldwide. For additional information visit www.berettausa.com.
Hunt Comfort, in celebration of its 12th anniversary, introduces Climb-Lite Elite, the first of a series of special-edition products.
The Elite upgrade to the Climb-Elite is the first cushion to feature Hunt Comfort's new ultra-soft and super-strong Omni-Stretch Comfort-Tex fabric. This waterproof, Teflon DWR finished seating fabric stretches and conforms to your body, providing you with a superior comfort unlike anything else you have ever experienced. The Climb-Lite Elite is also the first Hunt Comfort product incorporating a ToughTek bottom for extra slip-resistant durability.
The Climb-Lite Elite sports the same L-Core cushioning found in its predecessor. Providing super plush softness with the benefit of outstanding seating support, the L-Core holds its form without flattening out or taking on body impressions, providing you with years of reliable hunting comfort.
Climb-Lite cushions are available for $38.95. Hunters wanting a quick-release system for stands can purchase the Hunt Comfort Do-Lolly's side-release belt sets for $7.95. All Hunt Comfort products are proudly made in the USA and are backed with a three-year warranty. All special-edition Hunt Comfort products are being built with high definition Mossy Oak® Break-Up® camo.
To learn more about Hunt Comfort's products, log on to www.huntcomfort.com or call 888-757-3232.
Hunt Comfort produces official licensed products of Mossy Oak/Haas Outdoors Inc. Haas Outdoors Inc., headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions and Mossy Oak Properties.
Built at the request of customers, the new Hunt Comfort Double Gun is designed for hunters who want a more comfortable option for their two-man stands. The most spacious seating platform built by Hunt Comfort, the Double Gun, measuring 13 inches by 40 inches, fits most wide-format hunting stands.
The Double Gun is a new version of the Hunt Comfort L-Core cushion series announced last year with the popular Fat Boy Lite. The dual-density cushioning element provides three inches of generous, cradling support that holds form under pressure and eliminates the "bottoming out" effect felt with other cushions. Softness is enhanced with Hunt Comfort's waterproof and durable Comfort TEX outdoor seating fabric. The six-pound, seven-ounce Double Gun is lightweight for easy carrying and set up.
L-Core, light core formula, is Hunt Comfort's more affordable answer to how to build a lighter seat core without gel content. Introduced in May 2006, the L-Core formula is a lamination of two foam specifications only available from Hunt Comfort. These foams are built with high-tech chemistry and cost less than gel-based cores. Compared to less-expensive foam cushions of the same dimension, these seats feel more substantial. Super-plush soft seating with the benefit of outstanding support is the hallmark of L-Core seating.
The Double Gun, available in Mossy Oak® Break-Up® is backed by a three-year warranty and has a suggested retail price of $69.95. Get yours at select sporting goods stores or by calling 888-757-3232.
To learn more about Hunt Comfort's products, log on to www.huntcomfort.com or call 888-757-3232.
About Hunt Comfort: The company produces official licensed products of Mossy Oak/Haas Outdoors Inc. Haas Outdoors Inc., headquartered in West Point, Miss., was established in 1986 and is home of Mossy Oak (www.mossyoak.com). Mossy Oak specializes in developing and marketing modern camouflage designs for hunters and outdoorsmen. Mossy Oak patterns can be found on a multitude of products worldwide. Haas Outdoors Inc. is the outdoor industry leader in modern camouflage design, international licensing and marketing. Haas Outdoors Inc. markets its services and products under widely recognized brands including: Mossy Oak, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Productions and Mossy Oak Properties.
Don't miss the shot of a lifetime because your treestand doesn't have a shooting rest. Hunter's Specialties new Tree Stand Shooting Stick provides a light, easy to transport rest for any stand. Hunter's Specialties® Tree Stand Shooting Stick can give gun hunters the extra support they need to make an accurate shot.
The shooting stick is adjustable and the height can be changed easily with one hand. It has a padded rifle rest on top to securely cradle a firearm and the bottom attaches to the hunter's foot so it can be quickly moved into position for a shot.
The Tree Stand Shooting Stick sells for a suggested retail of $49.99.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com or write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
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The SUV vest is constructed of tough fade and tear resistant brushed polyester, which is extremely quiet. Both standard and deluxe versions of the vest are available.
The SUV vests have plenty of large pockets for holding calls and hunting gear. There are two external pan call pockets, along with special side pockets for a box call and a gobble call. A roomy game pouch on the back can hold your turkey, decoys and other equipment. A pull out orange flag on the back of the vest helps you move safely through the woods.
The attached padded triangle seat easily drops down to help hunters set up quickly. The seat is also detachable and can be stored away when it isn't needed.
The Deluxe SUV vest also comes with padded shoulder straps for added comfort, a deluxe triangle seat cushion, and includes the Gun Stock Buddy, which helps support your gun, keeping both hands free to run a call.
The SUV turkey vest is not only great for turkey hunting, but also deer, predator, small game or any other outing that requires carrying gear and supplies. The vest comes in Realtree® APG Camo and is available in the following sizes: S/M, L/XL and 2X/3X.
The standard SUV vest sells for a suggested retail price of $42.95 and the deluxe version for $63.95.
Don't miss the shot of a lifetime because your treestand doesn't have a shooting rest. Hunter's Specialties new Tree Stand Shooting Stick provides a light, easy to transport rest for any stand. I tried it and it gives gun hunters the extra support needed to make an accurate shot.
The shooting stick is adjustable and the height can be changed easily with one hand. It has a padded rifle rest on top to securely cradle a firearm and the bottom attaches to the hunter's foot so it can be quickly moved into position for a shot.
The Tree Stand Shooting Stick sells for a suggested retail of $49.99.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties website at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
Being able to safely and quickly install lock-on tree stands has always been a challenge. Hunter’s Specialties® has taken the worry out of the process with their new Tree Stand Setter Hoist.
The hoist consists of an “L” bracket that straps to the tree, a locking ratchet pulley with 45 feet of rope, a safety orange carrying bag, and instructional DVD.
After installing climbing sticks or steps to the desired stand height, hunters can attach the “L” bracket to the tree. The ratchet pulley is then hooked to the bracket and enough rope is let down to hook to the stand. Hunters can then climb down and hoist the stand into position. This eliminates trying to hold the stand with one hand while securing it to the tree. The ratchet pulley locks into place while you work and can easily be released for use. Once the stand is locked on, the “L” bracket can be left on the tree for a bow or accessory holder.
The new Tree Stand Setter Hoist from Hunter’s Specialties makes hanging tree stands safer, easier, and more enjoyable. Suggested retail price is $49.99.
For more information, log onto the Hunter’s Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
Exclusive Series Goes Behind the Scenes at SCTP Championship -- The world's largest online library of outdoor TV programming is growing again - not only in numbers, but in a new direction. MyOutdoorTV.com has announced the production of an original series now being streamed exclusively on the site.
The Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) is the subject of the series, produced at the SCTP's 2008 National Championship this August 2008. Approximately 2100 high school student-athletes competed in the tournament held at the World Shooting Complex in Sparta, IL. MyOutdoorTV.com took camera and crew behind the scenes and captured inspiring and informative back-stories that introduce viewers to the shooters, their families, and the organizers that make the SCTP championship happen.
MyOutdoorTV.com's foray into original web TV strengthens its leadership position in internet-based outdoor television, utilizing the company's production resources and offering timely event coverage.
"Our goal is to fill a niche with our original programming," explained Craig Lamb, Senior Editor. "This positions us as an exclusive producer of custom, original web TV programming, complementing our existing library of prepackaged programming."
The first episode of the SCTP series introduces viewers to two shooting brothers from California who connect through the sport and enjoy some friendly sibling rivalry. Their father joins them to support his sons and talk with MyOutdoorTV.com about the influence of the SCTP on his family.
Other episodes to be added to the site throughout the week include an expert's advice to newcomers on the importance of hearing protection; an overview of the SCTP and its national championship; a parent's viewpoint on the activity as a varsity high school sport; and a young lady's perspective on competitive shotgunning, underscored by her father's expert advice.
The Scholastic Clay Target Program provides school-age participants the opportunity to shoot competitively and earn state and national recognition. It is a cooperative effort between NSSF and the governing bodies of skeet, sporting clays, trap, and the Olympic versions of skeet and trap.
MyOutdoorTV.com is the world's largest internet network for outdoor TV programming, currently streaming over 225 show titles on the shooting sports, fishing, boating, and conservation. Use of MyOutdoorTV.com is always FREE to viewers, 24/7, with no registration required and no software to download.
The site streams TV shows featuring some of the leading names in the outdoors, including Bill Miller, Todd Jarrett, Jerry Miculek, Jackie Bushman, Bill Dance, Hank Parker, Roland Martin, Jimmy Houston, and many others. In addition, it hosts radio shows, outdoor videos, the Explore the U.S. section, The Showroom product video section, links to outdoor blogs, and sections for cooking, outdoor news, and much more. Visit web site www.myoutdoortv.com for more information.
More and more hunters are videotaping their hunts or their friend’s hunts these days. With turkey season just around the corner, here's what Hunter’s Specialties Pro Staff member and professional videographer Phillip Vanderpool had to say about some tips for taping your hunt.
What are some things people can do to ensure they have good footage of their hunt?”
“Practice using the manual focus on your camera and learn how to use it. If you use the auto-focus feature, the camera will be focusing on things close to you and not on the approaching turkey. I like to manually focus on an object like a tree at the distance where I think the turkey will come in. Then when I see the bird, I can get him in focus quickly. On most cameras you adjust the focus knob clockwise as the bird walks toward you and counterclockwise as he walks away. If you can use a tripod, the shots will be more stable and zooming in and out smoother. Also remember to zoom in and out slowly for better effect. If you are taping for another hunter, set up close enough that you can communicate with each other. The cameraman should be able to see the same thing as the hunter.”
What are a few essential items you carry with you?
“Be sure and carry extra tapes and batteries. You should shoot plenty of scenery and ‘set-up’ shots of the hunt. I like to record the whole experience, not just the kill. The last thing you need, though, is to have a battery go dead at the moment the bird comes in. Get a good lens cleaning cloth and make sure there is nothing on the lens when you are filming. I always throw a trash bag in my pack to cover the camera in case it rains.
“The only way to get good at filming is to get out and do plenty of it. Learn from your mistakes and don’t be afraid to ask questions. Eventually you will get comfortable running a camera and get some great footage that you will be able to enjoy for years to come. Another thing I always encourage hunters to do is take plenty of photos with a still camera as well. Take along some Scent-A-Way towels or wipes to clean up your animal after the hunt and then shoot plenty of photos. Use the flash if it is cloudy or shady to get rid of shadows. With today’s digital cameras, it doesn’t cost anything if you have to delete photos, so take plenty. Learning how to compose photos and work with lighting will help make you a better videographer as well. ”
If you want more information, check web site www.hunterspec.com in the section called, ‘Ask the Pros’
Hunter's Specialties newest DVD, Take ŒEm 9, has plenty of fast-paced waterfowl hunting action. From hunts in flooded timber, to ducks along the river and layout blinds for geese, viewers can share exciting hunts with the Pro Staff.
The Hunter's Specialties camera crew does a great job of making viewers feel like they are a part of every hunt. Join Hunter's Specialties Pro Staff members Denny Pitman, Steve Bierle, and Ryan Crew, along with a host of friends for more memorable hunts on Take ŒEm 9.
Suggested retail price is $14.99.
For more information, log onto the Hunter's Specialties web site at www.hunterspec.com, write to 6000 Huntington Court NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402, or call a Consumer Service Specialist at 319-395-0321.
Delta Waterfowl has announced a new partnership with Mossy Oak to support Delta's decades-long commitment to waterfowl research on behalf of North American waterfowlers. Mossy Oak has donated grant money to bolster Delta's ongoing predator-management research in North Dakota by Louisiana State University student Matt Pieron, who is seeking his Ph.D. For the last two years, Pieron has been using Delta's numerous predator-reduction blocks in North Dakota to test for density dependence in ducks, a natural force that scientists say tends to regulate population size. In short, Pieron's work will test for the effects of duck density on duck production.
"An Ohio native, Pierson received his undergraduate degree from Mount Union College and his master's degree from Eastern Kentucky University. An avid waterfowler, Pierson says he is fulfilling a lifelong dream conducting research on the all-important prairie breeding grounds. He is working closely with Delta Scientific Director Frank Rohwer. "There's no better place to conduct waterfowl research than in the duck factory," says Pieron. "I couldn't be happier."
Delta Waterfowl has been managing predators in North Dakota, since the early 1990s, in targeted areas where duck breeding densities are highest. This year Delta has expanded its predator-management research program into South Dakota and Saskatchewan. Countless studies have demonstrated that predator control is a cost-effective management tool to offset nest failures and supplement existing habitat.
For more information, log on to www.deltawaterfowl.org.
The United States Long Range Rifle Teams announced that Kestrel Pocket Weather Trackers, designed and manufactured by Nielsen-Kellerman Co, has committed to be a premier sponsor of the Teams for the Spirit of America Match.
The Spirit of America Match, hosted by the Bald Eagles Rifle Club at Raton, NM, features one of long range shooting’s most prestigious international matches, the America’s Trophy Match. This September, the Match will be held for the first time since 2005. The national teams from Great Britain and Australia will compete against the U.S. National Team shooting at distances from 300 to 1,000 yards.
The U.S. Long Range Rifle Teams comprise the National Team (who include former members of the Palma® team), the Veterans’ team, and the USA Young Eagles Under 21 / Under 25 team.
“The effects of wind and weather play a huge role in our sport. Not only does the wind affect the flight of the bullet, but differences in altitude, pressure, and temperature can also change the bullet's impact,” said Emil Praslick III, Head Coach of the National / Palma® Team. “Tools like the Kestrel Pocket Weather Tracker can often mean the difference between being a winning team, or being at the weather's mercy.”
Nielsen-Kellerman has been researching, designing, manufacturing and distributing Kestrel Pocket Weather Meters for 10 years, and has developed four patented measurement technologies for the Kestrel family of products. “The Kestrel 4500 gives shooters the critical information needed for maximum accuracy; air-density, temperature, wind speed, direction and cross-wind calculation. When you know your conditions, there’s no guessing- just confidence in your shot.” said Monica Devlin, Nielsen-Kellerman’s Marketing and PR Assistant, of the handheld weather instruments.
For additional information about the United States Long Range Rifle Teams and Kestrel Pocket Weather Trackers visit their web sites at: http://www.usrifleteams.com and www.kestrelmeters.com
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