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Howa Introduces TALON for Varmint and Bench Shooters

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Howa Introduces TALON for Varmint and Bench ShootersHowa TALON™ combines the best performance features of a thumbhole stock with the recoil reduction that BLACKHAWK! has come to be known for in rifle and shotgun stocks. TALON uses a new two-stage recoil compensating system that reduces felt recoil by up to 70 percent.

Made of polymer and alloy, the TALON is durable, reliable and built to last. The large, skeletonized thumbhole allows for the heaviest glove while improving target acquision, steady firearm control and repeatability – time after time. This rifle is designed for deer, elk and predator hunters alike – and affords comfort through all rifle calibers.

The TALON is also offered as a combo gun with two different scope packages. The Standard Barrel model comes with a NikkoStirling 3-10×42 Nighteater, while the Heavy Barrel model is equipped with a NikkoStirling 4-16×44 Nighteater. Both scopes have duplex reticles and come with rings and a one-piece Picatinny-style base.

Model 70 Safari Express – Winchester Repeating Arms Expands Its Model 70 Line

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Model 70 Safari Express_smMorgan, UT – If dangerous game is on your wish list, the new Winchester Model 70 Safari Express rifle should be at the top of your purchase list. Big, tough, dangerous game demands a cartridge that can handle the job. Offered in 375 H&H, 416 Rem. Mag. and the time tested 458 Win. Mag., the new Safari Express Model 70 is the finest big game rifle in the world.

The new rifle features the famous Pre-’64 style claw extractor along with double recoil lugs, which dangerous game hunters have relied upon for many years to provide maximum action strength.

The buttstock of the rifle features a classic cheek piece and Pachmayr® Decelerator® recoil pad. The Safari rifle comes with an Express style rear sight and a hooded-blade front sight.

Last, but not least, the new rifle features Winchester’s new M.O.A adjustable trigger. A hinged steel magazine floorplate makes unloading the rifle easy.

Suggested retail price is $1,279.

Remington Intros Model 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD with Threaded Muzzle

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Remington Intros Model 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD with Threaded MuzzleMadison, NC – The new Model 700 SPS (Special Purpose Synthetic) Tactical AAC-SD centerfire rifle, chambered in 308 Win, features the time-proven Model 700 action, the number one choice of police and military marksmen and one of the most popular bolt-action rifle series in America, with some of the latest performance-driven features including a threaded muzzle. This mid-year introduction to Remington’s expanding line of tactical rifles and shotguns is designed to impress from the bench or in the field at a very affordable price.

At the core of the 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD is the machined solid-steel, cylindrical Model 700 receiver design ensuring uniformity, strength and solid bedding area. Unique to this precision rifle is the 20-inch heavy-contour clean barrel, threaded to accept AAC and all 5/8-24 threaded flash hiders, muzzle breaks and suppressors. The tactical-style carbon steel, hammer-forged barrel is the perfect balance between handling in tight spots and delivering pinpoint accuracy. With a twist rate of one in 10 inches, this rifle is optimized for accuracy. These specialty, bolt-action rifles are shipped with a thread protector installed.

The rock-solid barreled action is bedded into a well-designed, Hogue® Overmolded® Ghillie™Green pillar bedded synthetic stock with a semi-beavertail fore-end for added stability. This soft-touch, sure-grip stock is extremely comfortable for extended, long range shooting and assures a positive grip in both stressful situations and inclement weather. The dual point pillar bedding guarantees a solid interface between the action and stock to help insure cold bore accuracy and prevent point-of-impact shifts. Add Remington’s X-Mark Pro® externally adjustable trigger, designed to “break-like-glass” and set at 3 ½ pounds from the factory, and this rifle delivers surgical-like accuracy.

Other key features include receiver drilled and tapped for the addition of optics; distinctive, laser-engraved “Tactical Rifling 1 in 10″ roll mark; convenient hinged floorplate magazine with 4-round capacity; non-reflective, black oxide external metal finish; and sling swivel studs.

Available in the widely popular 308 Win chambering, the Model 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD with Threaded Muzzle is the perfect tactical bolt-action rifle and available at a very affordable price. Suggested retail price: $756.57

Model

Order #

700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD

84203

Caliber

308 Win

Mag. Capacity

4+1

BBL Length

20 inches

Twist Rate

1 turn in 10 inches

Barrel Material

Carbon Steel

Barrel Type

Heavy Contour

5/8-24 Threaded Muzzle

Sights

None

Barrel Finish

Black Oxide

Overall Length

39 5/8 inches

Stock Material

Hogue Overmolded

Stock Color

Ghillie Green

Length of Pull

13 3/8 inches

Avg. Weight

7 1/2 lbs

MSRP

$756.57

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AAC® is a trademark of Advanced Armament Corporation. Hogue®, Overmolded® and Ghillie™ are trademarks of HOGUE, Inc.

Contact:
Linda Powell or Todd Seigmund (800) 243-9700 ext. 8578 (Press only)

Taurus Introduces the New Judge Public Defender Ultra-Lite

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MIAMI – For 2010 Taurus took the Judge Public Defender and made it even lighter with an incredible Ultra-Lite® aluminum frame. This new Public Defender weighs a mere 20.7 ounces, yet still delivers the same devastating firepower that makes its brothers famous. Nothing could be better for a nightstand gun or as a lightweight pack gun on trips through the backcountry.

Capable of chambering both .410 shotgun shells and .45 Colt ammunition, this amazing 5-shot combo gun is ideal for short distances – where most altercations occur – or longer distances with the .45 LC ammunition.  The rifling has been finely tuned on this small frame revolver to spread the shot pattern at close quarters or to guide the bullet to the target. The Public Defender also features a reduced profile hammer that will not catch or snag for a quick and reliable draw.

The Public Defender Ultra-Lite is available with carbon steel or stainless steel cylinder in either stainless or blued finish. All Taurus Judge models include fixed rear sights and fiber optic front sights as well as Taurus’ ergonomic Ribber Grips.  Additionally, like all Taurus handguns, the unique Taurus Security System® allows users to securely lock the gun using an inconspicuous key-lock. MSRP $648.00 – $680.00.

Beginning as a small tool manufacturer in Porto Alegre, Brazil more than sixty years ago, Taurus has become a diversified, international company celebrating resounding success as one of the world’s leading small arms manufacturers. In 1941 the company produced its first revolver, and in 1984 changed the industry forever by offering customers an unqualified LIFETIME REPAIR POLICY™, posting record growth every year since. For additional information about Taurus and its complete line of products, visit www.taurususa.com.

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Chevalier Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations
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Browning Adds a Touch of Class to Their Rifle and Shotgun Sling Line

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Barbed Wire Sling

Buffalo Nickel Sling

Horsehair Black Sling

Horsehair Driftwood Sling

Horsehair Royal Sling

Horsehair Timber Sling

Southwestern Sling

Morgan, UT—Browning has added a line of new Horsehair Slings to their accessory line for 2010.

Browning’s new Horsehair Slings feature a braided horsehair shoulder strap that is stylish, comfortable and strong. It features all-leather reinforcement and a thumb loop. One size will be offered that fits most shotguns and rifles. Available in Timber, Royal, Black and Driftwood colors, the suggested retail price is $59.95.

Another new sling from Browning is the Buffalo Nickel Sling. This sling features a basket weave design with full-grain leather construction with suede backing and unique buffalo nickel overlays. Braided horsehair inlay and Buck Mark logo are included. Suggested Retail price is $69.95.

The new Southwestern Sling from Browning features a Jacquard weave pattern in southwestern style with full-grain leather construction and suede backing. The sling is accented with braided horsehair inlays and has a suggested retail price of $69.95.

The Barbed Wire Sling from Browning features a twisted leather cord that provides a barbed wire look. Also constructed of full-grain leather with suede backing, the new Barbed Wire Sling has a suggested retail price of $69.95.

Winchester Repeating Arms Expands Its Model 70 Line

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Morgan, UT – If dangerous game is on your wish list, the new Winchester Model 70 Safari Express rifle should be at the top of your purchase list. Big, tough, dangerous game demands a cartridge that can handle the job. Offered in 375 H&H, 416 Rem. Mag. and the time tested 458 Win. Mag., the new Safari Express Model 70 is the finest big game rifle in the world. They don’t call it the rifleman’s rifle for nothing.

Features include:

  • Pre-’64 style claw extractor
  • Hinged steel magazine floorplate
  • Double recoil lugs
  • Deluxe cheekpiece
  • Pachmayr®Decelerator® recoil pad
  • Hooded-blade front sight / Express style rear
  • M.O.A. Trigger

Suggested Retail Price $1,279

Bushmaster Shipping Adaptive Combat Rifle (ACR)

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Windham, ME – As of April 1st, firearms dealers began receiving the much anticipated Bushmaster ACR, redefining the term “modular” with the extraordinary ability to change calibers, barrel lengths and stock configurations in less than two minutes – without the use of tools. Truly the most versatile and adaptive rifle ever conceived, the ACR is a result of a collaborative effort between Bushmaster, Magpul® and Remington®. The Bushmaster ACR for the commercial market is available now in the Basic configuration and the Enhanced configuration is slated for initial shipments on May 1, 2010.

The ACR platform provides a more reliable, accurate and mission-configurable rifle utilizing our torture-tested, adjustable gas piston operating system which supports suppressed or unsuppressed firing and the ability to quickly change calibers from 5.56mm/223 Rem to 6.8mm Rem SPC. Other key design features include intuitive, ambidextrous operator controls for magazine release, bolt catch and release, fire selector and non-reciprocating charging handle. To enhance durability, the cold hammer-forged barrel system (10.5, 14.5, 16.5 and 18-inch barrel options/multiple calibers) and all action components feature our proprietary protective coating and the hand guard, lower receiver and stock are constructed from a rugged, high-impact composite.

Added to the core platform features of this fully-adaptable rifle are free-floating MIL-STD 1913 monolithic top rail for optics mounting; A2 “birdcage-type” suppressor for muzzle blast reduction; enhanced hand guard with heat shield and acceptance of rail inserts; functional lower receiver design with textured magazine well and easily-accessible, modular grip storage; A-frame style stock with rubber butt pad and sling attachment mounts; Magpul MBUS front and rear flip sights; and 30-round PMAG. All ACR components ship in an oversized, hard case with room for accessory storage.

The Enhanced version features an AAC® Blackout™ NSM Flash Hider for exceptional reduction of muzzle flash; multi-functional, three-sided aluminum hand guard with integral MIL-STD 1913 accessory rail; and folding, six-position telescoping composite stock with rubber butt pad, sling attachment mounts and 2-point push button sling.

The Bushmaster ACR for the commercial market is available now. Each configuration, Basic and Enhanced, is offered in a non-reflective, black finish or Coyote Brown finish. Suggested retail price: Basic $2,685 and Enhanced $3,061.

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