Archive for May, 2009
Stoeger Introduces New Home Defense Shotgun
Posted by: | CommentsThe Shooting Wire is reporting that Stoeger is introducing a new home defense shotgun at the NRA convention today. Read More→
New Ruger Gun at 2009 NRA Convention: Another Platform Redefined
Posted by: | Comments(Editor’s note: On May 15, Ruger introduced the SR-556: a piston driven AR-15 style rifle.)
Ruger is really stiring up excitement in the firearms world. Ruger brought out the SR9, the wildly popular LCP, and the now shipping LCR. And Ruger isn’t done yet.
At the 2009 NRA Convention, Ruger wil be announcing another new product that will allegedly redefine a platform. May 15 is the announcement date, but speculation is already running wild. Here are some of the possibilities…
Federal Premium’s Cape-Shok line caters exclusively to large and dangerous game hunters. This year, a 286-grain Barnes Banded Solid in .370 Sako Magnum and 500-gr .458 Lott Triple-Shock® X-Bullet option make this line even more complete.
When Stopping Game is a Must
Those who head out after the world’s largest and most dangerous game demand the ultimate in performance. Tough bullets that get superior penetration are the only option. Using second-rate ammunition could result in missing a trophy, or worse. Read More→
Federal Introduces Affordable Ammo for M1A, M1 Garand and .338 Federal Shooters
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Federal adds three ammunition options for those who want a little trigger time that won’t break the bank. Followers of the popular and specialized M1A and M1 Garand rifles now have affordable loads that offer superb accuracy. In addition, hunters and shooters sporting a rifle chambered in .338 Federal now have a consistent, reliable and economic option.
Special Loads for Special Rifles
The M1A and M1 Garand are storied rifles that are very popular and have a huge following. A lot of the hunting ammunition today isn’t suitable for these special rifles. Federal now introduces two affordable, reliable American Eagle options. Read More→
Bloomberg Announces New York Chapter of State Legislators Against Illegal Guns
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Anti-gun freak Michael Bloomberg announced the formation of the New York chapter of State Legislators Against Illegal Guns. State Legislators Against Illegal Guns is an ugly off-shoot of Bloomberg’s anti-liberty group Mayors Against Illegal Guns.
The forming of State Legislators Against Illegal Guns (SLAIG) was announced last March by Bloomberg in Jacksonville, FL. Read More→
Charter Arms Heller Commemorative .44 Special Bulldog
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The Helller Commemorative
Charter Arms announced a new .44 Special Bulldog revolver: the Heller Commemorative.
This ornately engraved revolver is a limited edition handgun to commemorate the 2008 D.C. v. Heller case, in which the US Supreme Court struck down the handgun ban in Washington D.C. Read More→
Ammo Prices Are Getting Crazy
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It’s no secret that ammunition prices have been on the rise for some time now. But ammo prices have skyrocketed since last November, when Americans started buying up everything in the supply chain. Walk into your local WalMart and you are not likely to find any pistol or .223 ammunition. Traditional hunting calibers, such as .270 and .30-06, are pretty scarce too.
With demand up and supply gone, some stores are starting to price ammunition at levels that I would have considered completely crazy just a year ago. Read More→
RCBS Introduces Bullet Feeder for Progressive Presses
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With the promise of increasing your loading rate by at least 50% on most progressive presses, RCBS has introduced a new electric bullet feeder.
The feeder fits most progressive presses that use 7/8″-14 threaded dies, including the RCBS Pro 2000. Read More→
Barnes Buster Bullets
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Barnes has introduced their new Barnes Buster line of bullets designed specifically for hog, moose, bison and bear hunting. The Buster bullets are “heavy-for-caliber” handgun and lever gun bullets that are designed to penetrate these notoriously tough animals. Read More→
Review: Fenix TK40 630 Lumen Flashlight
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The Fenix TK40 flashlight is one of the brightest handheld flashlights I have ever seen. Believe it or not, Fenix rates the light output at 630 lumens!
Check out the review of the Fenix TK40 flashlight over at BlueSheepdog.com.
Federal Brings Back the Ultra Match .22LR
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Federal Premium returned the Ultra Match .22 LR target loads to its lineup this week.
The rimfire cartridge pushes a 40 gr lead bullet at 1080 fps. The full press release is below. Read More→
