2020 continued the unprecedented sales of guns, ammo and optics. First time buyers are at a record pace and there aren’t any signs of it letting up. In times of turmoil, individuals become more cognizant of the need to protect themselves and those around them, especially their families.
Category: Firearm Industry News
Coverage of events for Fear and Loading by Guy J. Sagi and breaking news of interest to firearm owners.
Hornady Donates to GRACE Cancer Foundation and American Cancer Society
Hornady recently donated $44,955 to the GRACE Cancer Foundation in Grand Island, NE with a matching amount going to the American Cancer Society for a total donation of, $89,910 split evenly between the two organizations.
FBI NICS Checks for 2020 Shatter all Previous Records
The figures have just been released and there’s no denying the fact that FBI NICS checks for 2020 shatter all previous records.
NRA Celebrates 150th Anniversary in 2021
Founded in 1871 by Civil War veterans, the National Rifle Association has led the way ever since to protect our Second Amendment freedom, teach marksmanship and gun safety and pass self-defense laws across the country. In 2021, the NRA celebrates a momentous 150 years of service as America’s oldest civil-rights organization.
Riton Optics Expands Internationally
Riton Optics has continued to grow and has now expanded into the global market. From Canada to New Zealand, Riton Optics is now available from distributors in five of the seven continents.
Inter-Con Security Acquires Peacemaker National Training Center
Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. (“Inter-Con”), a global provider of premium security services, announced today the acquisition of the Peacemaker National Training Center (“Peacemaker National”) in Glengary, West Virginia.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Merging with The Great American Outdoors Group
Sportsman’s Warehouse issued a press release on Dec. 21 indicating it was merging with The Great American Outdoors Group, parent company of Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops, among others.
200 Remington Ilion Plant Workers Have Been Offered Jobs Back—Union Cries Foul
Nearly 200 Remington Ilion plant workers have been offered their jobs back by Roundhill Group—new owner of the factory—but officials from United Mine Workers Local 717, which represent most of the 585 employees laid off after Remington Outdoor filed for bankruptcy and closed the plant, have concerns. The headline for an article on Syracuse.com proclaims,…
Breaking News—ATF Officially Withdrew Request for Comments on Pistol Stabilizing Braces Becoming NFA Items
On Dec. 23 ATF officially withdrew request for comments on pistol stabilizing braces becoming NFA items. The solicitation for input was published in the Federal Register on Dec. 18, as reported previously.
All I want for Christmas is Magazines and Ammo
Dear Santa, All I want for Christmas is magazines and ammo. As you can see in this video message from Federal, CCI, Speer And Remington President Jason Vanderbrink, it’s going to take North Pole elfin’ magic for cartridges to appear under my tree.