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NRA Announces New Dates for 150th Annual Meetings & Exhibits

From NRA

The National Rifle Association’s 2021 Annual Meetings and Exhibits will be held September 3-5, 2021. Originally scheduled for mid-May, the event will remain in Houston, Texas at the George R. Brown Convention Center.

As many uncertainties around COVID-19 restrictions persist, the National Rifle Association rescheduled its 150th Anniversary celebration to help members and exhibitors make the necessary plans to attend. Approximately 850 exhibitors will provide an exhibit hall that offers attendees a one of a kind experience with thousands of firearms on display from all their favorite manufacturers.

The 150th NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits is open and free to all NRA members. Some events require a ticket, which can be ordered in advance. Members should watch their monthly membership magazine or go to www.nraam.org for updates and the latest information.

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ArcticShield Realtree EDGE Camo Classic Elite Gloves

ArcticShield Realtree EDGE Camo Classic Elite Gloves

From Realtree

Don’t let cold hands ruin your hunt this year. The super-warm and flexible ArcticShield Classic Elite Gloves in Realtree EDGE camo will keep your fingers warm and functional so you can make that shot when the moment of truth arrives.

Retain™ heat-retention technology, combined with the polyester shell and fleece interior, keep the cold at bay. Textured palm and fingers provide for easy grip and the elastic wrist allows for ease of movement. These gloves are waterproof and windproof, as all gloves should be.

• Retain™ heat retention technology
• Polyester shell with fleece interior
• Textured palm and fingers
• Waterproof
• Windproof
• Elastic wrist
• Adjustable wrist back
• Extended gauntlet length with drawcord

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MidwayUSA Foundation Sees Record Breaking Giving Tuesday

MidwayUSA Foundation Sees Record Breaking Giving Tuesday

From MidwayUSA Foundation

Giving Tuesday, a global day of giving held on December 1 this year, generated nearly $250,000 for MidwayUSA Foundation. These donations, generated on just one day, directly benefit over 250 youth shooting program endowments held at MidwayUSA Foundation. Larry and Brenda Potterfield, owners of MidwayUSA, generously donated $175,000 to match the day’s donations, resulting in a $.070 match on every dollar.

G. Scott Reynolds, MidwayUSA Foundation Executive Director, talked about the big day for youth shooting sports. “The generosity shown on Giving Tuesday will provide opportunities for more of our youth to compete in youth shooting sports. This is a victory for the entire outdoor industry.” Between the generous contributions and the donation match, Giving Tuesday generated over $400,000 for youth shooting sports.

New in 2020 were additional endowment funds for participating shooting teams. The top five teams receiving the most online donation dollars were awarded $5,000, $4,000, $3,000, $2,000 and $1,000, respectively. Another ten youth shooting teams that received an online donation on Giving Tuesday were drawn at random to receive $500 each. Top performing teams included:

1st Place: United States Military Academy – Shotgun Program [NY]
2nd Place: The X Count [IN]
3rd Place: Lawrence County Young Guns [PA]
4th Place: Massachusetts Shooters Foundation Junior Programs [MA]
5th Place: Centralia Rifle Club and Junior Division [WA]

This is the most successful Giving Tuesday for the Foundation, beating 2019’s donation total by over $70,000! “In such a trying year when these shooting teams had so many obstacles keeping them from gathering and competing, I am even more impressed in the Giving Tuesday success. It is clear that these shooting teams and their supporters are truly invested in the future of their sport,” continued G. Scott Reynolds. Every dollar will grow the annual cash grant these teams and organizations are eligible to receive. The funds are critical, assisting with purchases like ammunition, entry fees, targets, uniforms, and more.

MidwayUSA Foundation continues to offer a match on every donation to youth shooting teams for the remainder of 2020. Throughout December there is $150,000 available in matching funds and the ratio of the match will depend on the total contribution dollars for the month. Donors can give directly to the team of their choice through the Foundation website (midwayusafoundation.org/donate) from anywhere in the country. Over 2,800 youth shooting teams have their own earmarked MidwayUSA Foundation Team Endowment that can receive donations. Donors will receive a tax receipt and 100% of the donation benefits the team of their choice, the Foundation keeps nothing for operational expenses.

The MidwayUSA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity working to sustain and grow the shooting sports industry by providing long-term funding to youth shooting teams. Every donation made is tax-deductible and allows the Foundation to assist in expanding and enhancing the leadership skills, confidence, and discipline of today’s youth through shooting sports activities. The Foundation supports all shooting disciplines. For more information about how the MidwayUSA Foundation is changing the future of youth shooting sports, please visit MidwayUSAFoundation.org.

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Walther PP from DOCTOR NO Auctioned for $256K

Walther PP from DOCTOR NO Auctioned for $256K

From Walther

The Walther PP, used by Sean Connery in his first Bond movie, Dr. No, was recently auctioned by Julien’s Auctions in Beverly Hills for over a quarter of a million dollars.

In the film, “M” (Bernard Lee) introduced the gun as Walther PPK. Still, in reality, Connery was carrying the Walther PP, which became the standard equipment of many Bond heroes.

In 1929 Carl Walther introduced the Walther PP – Police Pistol – to the public. Walther mainly manufactured the PP in caliber 7.65MM (.32 ACP). It was far ahead of its time in terms of design and ergonomics and thus the first world success of its creator Fritz Walther.

Approximately one million Walther PPs have been produced since its introduction.

However, even more, cult status than the Walther PP achieved the Walther PPK – Polizeipistole Kriminal, which Walther introduced in 1931. Over 500,000 pieces were manufactured since then.

The PPK is considered to be “the” style icon of German pistol manufacture. This pistol started what is referred to as concealed carry today.

Because of her unique silhouette and rounded-off design, the pistol is still considered the most beautiful pistol ever built. Therefore, the demand for the Walther PPK is unbroken, and it is sold in considerable numbers foremost in the USA.

The PPK is a must-have for every serious collector.

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Nosler Reloading Guide #9 Now Shipping

Nosler Reloading Guide #9 Now Shipping

From Nosler

Nosler, Inc. is excited to announce the release of its latest publication, Reloading Guide #9. This new guide is built upon thousands of hours logged in the Nosler Ballistic Lab and will be available for purchase online and at retail locations as early as this week.

Reloading Guide #9 consists of load data for 101 rifle and handgun cartridges with hundreds of new powder additions throughout the book creating a comprehensive data set for today’s reloader. This manual is current with every bullet that Nosler offers through 2020 from 17 caliber up to 458 caliber in the rifle section and 9mm up to 45 caliber in the handgun section. Nine new cartridges were added to this manual to include the 20 Nosler, 22 Nosler, 24 Nosler, 6mm Creedmoor, 6mm XC, 6.5 PRC, 27 Nosler, 7.62×39 and 33 Nosler.

Also new for Reloading Guide #9 are the famed cartridge introductions written by a collaboration of veteran outdoor writers as well as industry icons and experts giving their insight into each cartridge detailed. Included within the 800-page publication are sections such as Getting Ready to Reload filled with tips from the professionals at Nosler as well as a Message from the President written by John R. Nosler and the book’s Foreword penned by John B. Snow.

“Trends in powders and bullets have all changed, but what remains the same is the dedication our team has put into this manual to give you, the customer, a friendly and insightful read.” – John R. Nosler, President, Nosler, Inc.

Nosler Reloading Guide #9 will be available for purchase at sporting goods retailers nationwide.

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Hawke Optics Adds New Ffp Moa Models To Sidewinder Riflescope Line

Hawke Optics Adds New Ffp Moa Models To Sidewinder Riflescope Line

From Hawke Optics

Hawke® Optics, a world leader in high performance sporting optics that deliver in the field at an amazing value to consumers, adds to the Sidewinder riflescope line with new models aimed at the long-range shooter.

The new MOA/MOA Sidewinder models, like all the models in the line, have a 30mm main tube and are loaded with new H5 optics that has shooters amazed at the clarity and accuracy of this value-packed scope. H5 brings an ultra-wide 24-degree field of view. The low-dispersion Crown glass has 18-layer multi-coated optics for superb light transmission and clarity. Each Sidewinder has a full four inches of eye relief, letting you get on target faster and easier than ever before.

The Sidewinder FFP MOA models have resettable, precision locking turrets with 1»4 MOA clicks that now have a Witness Window that provides instant visual confirmation of your turret position. You can sharpen up your sights with the index-matched, removeable side wheel focus adjustment and keep your eye on the target while adjusting the zoom with the removeable, magnification throw lever. The reticle is illuminated with high-intensity, adjustable Multi-LED lighting for accuracy in every lighting condition. Tune things in with the fast focus eye bell that has a lock ring to ensure things stay just as you like them.

Newly added to the Sidewinder line are two First Focal Plane models, the 4–16×50 SF and the 6–24×56 SF. Both of these models use the new FFP MOA reticle. The FFP MOA reticle is specifically designed for first focal plane optics with MOA spaced aiming points. The reticle is designed to give closer aiming points than the FFP Half Mil reticle available on existing models. The MOA reticle has crosses etched on the lower half that work as windage aiming points. They can be used for the counting method of zeroing in on target, with each cross positioned 4 MOA apart. On the outside of the reticle, non-illuminated posts with MOA spacing can be used for extreme holdover and for bracketing for distance calculations. These new scopes further bolster the Sidewinder line as the best value in long-range shooting.

All of the Sidewinder models are shock proof, waterproof and dust proof, and are fully nitrogen purged. Additionally, all Sidewinder models are all-caliber rated, so they can withstand the harshest recoil. They come with a removeable side wheel, sunshade, elasticated lens covers, and zoom lever for quick adjustments. All of Hawke’s optics are backed by the Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty.

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TacSol Introduces New Magazine Release for Ruger 10/22

TacSol Introduces New Magazine Release for Ruger 10/22

From Tactical Solutions

Tactical Solutions (TacSol), the market leader in quality rimfire firearms, upgrades, and accessories, is now offering a new magazine release for the Ruger 10/22 and TacSol X-Ring rifles. This new magazine release, the Performance Magazine Release, is a shorter design than the popular TacSol Extended Magazine Release. This magazine release is easy to install and makes removing your magazine easy without searching for the magazine release button. The magazine release is laser engraved with the “TacSol” name and comes standard in eight different colors.

TacSol has been a leader in innovative rimfire offerings for nearly two decades.

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Clenzoil Proudly Announces 2021 New Products

Clenzoil Proudly Announces 2021 New Products

From Clenzoil

Clenzoil, the leading and most trusted manufacturer of cleaning and maintenance products for the firearms and marine industries since 1948 is pleased to announce six new products being brought to market in 2021. Clenzoil continues to revolutionize the gun cleaning process with the development of products aimed at removing the guesswork and simplifying how you maintain your firearm.

By popular demand, Clenzoil is adding Premium Cotton Gun Cleaning Patches to its highly touted Field & Range product line. The Clenzoil Cleaning Patches will be offered in nine unique sizes and shapes, catering specifically to today’s most popular firearm calibers.

The .40 Cal | 10 mm – Single Caliber Pistol Cleaning Kit will join the already successful .22 Cal | 5.56 mm, 9mm | 38 Cal, and .44 | .45 Cal Single Caliber Cleaning Kits to complete a true, all-encompassing line to cover the four most popular handgun sizes.

A household name, Field & Range 1oz Needle Oiler, takes new shape with the upcoming calendar year. With the same tried and true formula, a sleek new design and leakproof cap, the precision needle applicator checks all the boxes.

Perfect for new gun owners or seasoned vets, the Field & Range AR-15 Basics Kit focuses on the necessary tools to properly maintain all rifles within the AR-15 platform. As with all Clenzoil cleaning kits, a 0.5oz bottle of Field & Range solution is included to provide a true one-stop cleaning solution.

Attacking excessive carbon build-up is easier than ever when adding Clenzoil’s new Brush & Pick Set to your range bag or work bench. This kit includes three brushes with specific levels of abrasiveness to cover varying degrees of build-up (most abrasive to least abrasive) – brass, copper, nylon. Loosen debris in those hard to reach areas using the three heavy-duty polymer picks each with a uniquely designed head.

Perfect for all around cleaning and maintenance of all firearms, Clenzoil’s new Double-Ended Nylon Brushes are available to dealers and include a countertop fishbowl display and point-of-purchase header card. Great for loosening debris and fit perfectly in your range bag or on your work bench.

“As our team continues to visit stores and meet with our customers all over the country, we’re constantly taking note of what products they are looking to bring into their stores to offer their customers,” says Clenzoil President, Chris Hoffman. “This new selection of products will not only meet the demands of customers, but will also give our dealers the opportunity to further consolidate the firearms maintenance section of their store. Our goal is and always will be to make our customer’s lives easier and we’re confident these new additions will do just that.”

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Meopta Introduces MeoStar B1 Plus Binoculars

Meopta Introduces MeoStar B1 Plus Binoculars

From Meopta

Meopta is pleased to introduce MeoStar B1 Plus binoculars in 8×32 HD, 8×42 HD, 8×56 HD, 10×42 HD, 12×50 HD, and 15×56 HD models. The B1 Plus is the latest iteration of Meopta’s top binocular line and integrates numerous new features in one high-performance binocular. The innovative optical design, HD FL lenses with advanced coatings, central locking diopter, and upgraded rubber armoring for improved grip and ergonomics, deliver a truly superior user experience.

Razor-sharp images, improved resolution and contrast, color fidelity, and exceptional low-light performance are hallmarks of this line. The optical system with MeoBright lens coatings is optimized for twilight, giving hunters the advantage of seeing fine details more clearly at extended ranges in low light. The rugged B1 Plus also features an aluminum alloy body engineered to withstand the most extreme hunting conditions.

“Our MeoStar binoculars have long been a favorite of guides and serious hunters who demand premium performance and appreciate value,” said Pavel Stastny, Senior Director of Sales and Marketing at Meopta. “We continue to deliver European optical quality across all of our product lines and back this with our outstanding U.S. warranty policy.”

Multi-stop, twist-up eyecups accommodate all users, and the eyecups are removable for quick and easy cleaning. Meopta’s MeoShield anti-abrasion lens coating offers added protection in rough terrain, and the MeoDrop hydrophobic lens coating repels rain, dust, and grease from lens surfaces.

The MeoStar B1 Plus binoculars are nitrogen purged, waterproof, fogproof and, like all Meopta optics sold in the United States, are backed by Meopta’s Lifetime Transferrable Warranty.

Retail Pricing: From $1,079.99 – $1,599.99

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Galco has Many Holster Handbag Options for Concealed Carry

Galco has Many Holster Handbag Options for Concealed Carry

From Galco

With a line of eight leather holster handbags to choose from, female gun carriers have options that fit their personal style. All feature a gun compartment separate from the main body of the handbag, with a locking zipper pull for added security. An internal elasticized nylon gun pocket fits a broad range of handguns and keeps the firearm in a consistent position for a fast draw. MSRP varies from $175 to $355.

The innovative CarrySafe™ 2.0 allows safe and effective handgun carry in virtually any handbag large enough to accommodate a handgun. An elasticized nylon holster attaches to a stiff leather backing plate using hook-and-loop pads. A clip on the backing plate allows the user to adjust the ride height of the holster to accommodate different bags and draw preferences, while the hook-and-loop holster attachment method allows infinite variation in holster angle. A reinforced thumb break strap offers excellent retention with a fast draw. The included accessory carrier can be quickly and easily adjusted to fit a spare magazine, speed loader, E-Z Loader, flashlight, pepper spray, and many other accessories. MSRP is $52.

All carry methods must balance lifestyle and threat environment. Holster handbags are a worthy addition to a female gun carrier’s personal holster wardrobe. They allow the gun carrier, no matter how she may be dressed, to observe the First Rule of Gunfighting: have a gun!

See Galco’s complete line of holsters and accessories at galcousa.com!