Archive for Shotguns

Sep
29

ATI Shotgun Hunting Stock

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ati_shotgun_stock_aFrom ATI:

ATI’s New Hunting Stock Adjusts To Hunter’s Full Range of Tactics.

Milwaukee, WI- After one year of new ownership under John Chvala and Eric Pfleger, Advanced Technology International (ATI), has developed and announced a new generation of shotgun hunting stock and forend that transitions your gun into a universal and versatile hunting tool.

ATI’s New Adjustable Hunting Stock adjusts in four positions from 12-3/8″ to 14-3/8″ with one easy push of a button, making the adjustment quick for your changing length of pull due to extra clothing during those winter months in the field. Hunters also may prefer a shorter length of pull during turkey season when you’re setting up on that gobbling tom.

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Jul
27

Remington 870P MAX Tactical Shotgun

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From Remington:

remington_870pRemington now swings the pendulum even further on 870P Police shotgun line offerings. The new 870P MAX carries maximum features for tactical shotgun application.

The buildup starts with the standard 870 Police Parkerized 18″ barrel shotgun. We’ve included the Davis Speedfeed® IV-s 13″ LOP full pistol grip buttstock for ease of handling and comfort while wearing a vest. (Stock is 1″ shorter than a standard full length stock.) Read More→

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Jun
03

New Federal 12 and 20 Gauge Loads

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Federal introduces a 12-gauge FITASC-qualified Gold Medal® Paper load for sporting clays shooters. When the pressure is on and it matters most, the best shooters look to Federal Premium® Gold Medalfederal_shotgun_loads target shotshells. In addition, Federal adds 12 and 20-gauge steel options suitable for the field or the range.

Passionate Shooters Choose Gold Medal®
Gold Medal target loads have built their reputation on consistent and uniform patterns every shot, without exception. The hot 209A primer and extra-hard shot have made Gold Medal a constant for shooters competing in the country’s top events. Read More→

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The Shooting Wire is reporting that Stoeger is introducing a new home defense shotgun at the NRA convention today. Read More→

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Apr
30

Federal Introduces Coyote Shotgun Load

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coyote_shotgun_loadFederal Premium has introduced a new 12 gauge shotgun load: the Heavyweight Coyote load.  Designed for varmints like coyotes, the loading features the Flitecontrol wad and Heavyweight shot.  Federal claims that the combination of these two features optimizes tight patterns and delivers more energy on target.

The 3″ shells sends 1.5 ounces of BB shot downrange at 1350 fps.  Federal states the ammunition is now shipping, so it should be on the dealer shelves soon. Read More→

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Trying to figure out what to buy the gun-guy or -gal in your life for Christmas?  Here are a few ideas:

Less Than $20

In the Gravest Extreme, Stressfire, and the The Gun Digest Book Of Concealed Carry are all excellent books written by Massad Ayoob.  I highly recommend each of them.  Another very good book for someone interested in self protection is Armed Response: A Comprehensive Guide to Using Firearms for Self-Defense by David Kenick, which I reviewed here.

Most ammunition can be purchased for less than $20/box.  For a single box, your local dealer is probably the best vendor.  For a larger quantity or for harder to find calibers, an online vendor like Natchez Shooters Supply, AmmoMan, or Midway USA is the best bet.

Speaking of ammunition, quality AR-15 magazines can still be had for less than $20. My favorites are the Bownells with the Magpul anti-tilt followers, but I also like the Magpul PMAG polymer magazines.  Brownells is shipping as quickly as they come in, so if you order ASAP, they will likely be shipped before Christmas.

Bore brushes, cleaning patches, solvents, and oils are always needed and a good idea as a stocking stuffer.

Less Than $50

A NRA membership is perhaps the most important gun-related gift anyone can give this year.  $25 includes a magazine of your choice plus all of the standard benefits such as firearms insurance, life insurance, legislative updates, and much more.

Handgun magazines are a useful gift.  (The metal/poymer kind, not the paper mailed to you monthly kind.)  With the run on all-things-gun, certain magazines, such as the Glock, have gotten more expensive ($25-30 tyically), but almost all common hangun magazines can be had for $35 or less.

More Than $50

A high intensity flashlight such as the inexpensive SureFire G2 Defender or the ultra-compact SureFire E1E are excellent choices for tactical lighting.

If your someone special owns a J-frame Smith and Wesson revolver, the Crimson Trace LG-405 Overmold Grips are an excellent purchase!  Trust me, you surprise your significant other with a set of these, things are very good on Christmas morning!

While an AR-15 is certainly more sexy, the ubiquitous .22 rimfire rifle is a fun rifle to shoot plus it is inexpensive to purchase and keep fed with rimfire ammo.  Nearly every rifle maker has at least one .22 rimfire in their line.  Ruger’s 10-22 is pretty much the gold standard, but I really like the inexpensive, tube fed Marlin 60, which can be had for less than $150 at your local dealer or even WalMart.

Price Is No Object

If price is not a consideration, a trip to Gunsite or Lethal Force Institute is one of the best Christmas gifts you can give.  Nothing beats professional training, and these schools are the best at what they do.

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