Hornady added a 00-buck 12 gauge round to its line of popular Critical Defense ammunition.
This 12 gauge round is a 2 3/4″ shell with eight .33 caliber pellets. Hornaday is using the Versatite wad for “ultra-tight” patterns from standard production shotguns.
Hornady promises proper functioning in both pump and semi-auto shotguns.
From 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.
Another big advantage to this system is that it enables youth to have a properly fitted gun, making their hunting experience much more rewarding. The incorporated neoprene cheek rest and recoil reducing buttpad with non-slip surface, offers added comfort when shooting. Interchangeable grips allow you to put your personal touch on your stock. The forend has been ergonomically tailored with a non-slip grip for added confidence.
This new DuPont Reinforced Polymer shotgun stock and forend fits the 12 and 20 gauge Remington 870, Maverick 88, Winchester 1200/1300 and Mossberg 500/590 models.
The adjustable Hunting Stock and Forend is weather proof, has a limited lifetime warranty and is available in Matte Black, Camouflage and ATI’s exclusive DyeHardTM Camo finishes.
From Remington:
Remington 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…
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 Medal
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…
The Shooting Wire is reporting that Stoeger is introducing a new home defense shotgun at the NRA convention today. Read More…
Federal 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…
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
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
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.
From Federal:
Federal Premium Black Cloud stormed onto the scene last year with steel shot technology waterfowlers had never seen. This season, Federal reminds hunters a Duck Commander Special Edition #3 shot option brings even more attitude to this breakthrough load.
In its first year, Black Cloud’s payload of FLITESTOPPER and Premium Steel provided devastating performance on ducks and geese. Hunters that took advantage of this load saw the extended range, higher retained energy and increased down range velocity the proven FLITECONTROL wad gave them. It put the maximum amount of pellets on target every time.
“When we introduced Black Cloud last year, we knew it would set the standard for steel ammunition,” said Director of Marketing Kyle Tengwall. “Once waterfowlers got a chance to try it out, they agreed. We saw an unprecedented response to Black Cloud as emails and phone calls praising this new product flooded in. And the Duck Commander and his boys liked it so much, they wanted their own load.”
This year, Federal Premium extends the product line at the request of the Duck Commander. Phil Robertson loved Black Cloud so much that he not only made it the exclusive ammunition of his video, but he wanted to endorse a special load. Look for the Duck Commander’s image on the box of special edition #3 Black Cloud loads.
Available Now:
Part No. Description
PWB142 3 12-ga, 3-inch, 1-1/4 oz, #3 Black Cloud 1450 fps
For more information on Black Cloud, as well as the complete Federal Premium lineup, visit www.federalpremium.com.
South Carolina residents will enjoy a break on state tax if they purchase a firearm Friday or Saturday. The measure was passed by the SC legislature earlier this year and applies only to firearms. Ammunition, holsters, and other accessories are not included.
The full story is at The Herald.
Federal has introduced a new 12 gauge hunting round using a Barnes slug called the “Tipper Expander.” The new offering is a 3″ shell with 3/4 ounce slug leaving the shotgun at 1900 fps. This cartridge is only for rifled barrels, and claims to be a good hunting round to 200 yards. Federal already offers a 2 3/4″ Tipped Expander load.
Federal’s press release:
This season, Federal Premium® offers an additional 12-gauge load for the Barnes® Tipped Expander® slug. Last year marked the first time Federal gave the Barnes Expander shotgun slug a tip and for the fall of 2008 shooters using fully-rifled barrels will have a 3-inch ¾-ounce option.
The addition of this polymer tip provides better expansion and a higher ballistic coefficient and makes this heavy-hitter a legitimate 200-yard performer. This sabot slug is designed for use in fully rifled barrels only.
“The Barnes Tipped Expander is truly the best tipped slug on the market,” said Ammunition Brand Manager Rick Stoeckel. “The addition of the tip took the Expander, which is known for its near 100% weight retention and reliable expansion, to a whole new level.”
Aiding in the excellent performance of the Barnes Expander is Federal’s proprietary delivery system. When the slug and sabot exit the barrel, the sabot separates clean, resulting in a true flight for the projectile every time. The polymer tip provides a lower drag and aids in consistent expansion for better downrange ballistics.