Winchester Repeating Arms Adds Two New Models to 94 Line

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Alesia

Model 94 Short Rifle	Model 94 Sporter
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 2011

In 2010 Winchester Repeating Arms brought back the long time popular Model 94 lever action rifle to their line of rifles. For 2011 two new Model 94 rifle models will be added to the line, a Sporter rifle and a handy Short rifle.

The new Winchester Sporter 94 will feature a 24-inch half-round, half-octagon blued barrel. The rifle has a traditional straight grip stock with a crescent butt and blued steel buttplate. The satin oil finished walnut stock is finely checkered in the familiar pattern with double-lined bordering. The Sporter 94 has a semi-buckhorn rear sight and a fine gold bead on the front. Each receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts and the hammer is drilled and tapped for a spur extension.

The Sporter comes in either 30-30 Winchester or 38-55 Winchester. Both have a magazine capacity of 8 rounds. The 30-30 model has a 1 in 12 inch rate of twist and the 38-55 has a 1 in 18 inch rate of twist. Both have an overall length of 42 ½ inches. Suggested retail for both guns is $1,299.99.

The Winchester Short Rifle Model 94 was a favorite for many hunters and shooters and the new model is sure to be a popular addition to the new line of Model 94 rifles. The Short Rifle 94 is fast to the shoulder, quick-swinging, lightweight and a pleasure to shoot. It was and will be popular with the range rider who needs to snatch the gun from a saddle scabbard and fire quickly.

The Short Rifle 94 has a compact 20-inch deeply-blued round barrel and straight grip walnut stock. It has a rifle-style forearm, black grip cap and full-length magazine. The sights are traditional with a semi-buckhorn rear and Marble Arms® gold bead at the muzzle. The rifle is also drilled and tapped for scope mounts.

The Short Rifle 94 has an overall length of 38 inches and weighs 6 ¾ pounds. It is available in 30-30 Winchester and has a suggested retail price of $1199.99.

Lyman’s Introduces new “Ideal Model™” Sharps Rifle

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Alesia

Lyman – a leader in the field of reloading and bullet casting – introduces an elegant Sharps style rifle. Scaled down in size and weight, the design is a superior, single shot hunting rifle in the renowned .38-55 and .22 Hornet chamberings. Named the Ideal Model, the rifle’s streamlined lock profile and vintage-style laser engraving are a Lyman exclusive and unavailable elsewhere. Further, Lyman’s proven tang sight and globe front sight combine with the rifle’s double set triggers to deliver the full measure of accuracy this premium rifle offers.

Most important among the exclusive features of this single shot are the Lyman specified bore dimensions. Defined by Lyman’s ballistic laboratory, the bore is optimized for both cast and jacketed bullet performance. Additional specs include: Overall length: 42″, Rate of Twist: 1/18, Weight: 6lbs, Barrel Length: 26″. The rifle is manufactured exclusively for Lyman by Chiappa Firearms, Italy.

Other Ideal Model exclusive premium features include: Custom Lyman Tang Sight With Target And Hunting Apertures, Precision Lyman Globe Front Sight With Inserts, Distinctive Streamlined Receiver Profile and a Bright Finish Receiver with Vintage Style Laser Engraving.

The Lyman Ideal Model .38-55 Win (#6003855) and .22 Hornet (#6000022) Sharps Rifles, as well as all Lyman products and brands, are available nationally through firearms and sporting goods dealers and mail order companies. Pachmayr, TacStar, Trius Traps, A-Zoom Precision Snap Caps, Butch’s Gun Care, Uni-Dot and Targdots are also Lyman brands.

For more information or to request Lyman’s newest full line catalog online visit www.lymanproducts.com or contact: Lyman Products Corp. 475 Smith St, Middletown CT 06457 • 860-632-2020

Wilson Combat Introduces 7.62×40 WT Cartridge and Rifle

Posted on April 10, 2011 by Alesia

Available now from Wilson Combat – The 7.62×40 WT (Wilson Tactical) is an all new powerful .30 caliber cartridge solution for the standard AR-15 rifle platform that is inherently accurate, low recoil and only requires one unique part – a new barrel. The 7.62×40 WT works with all other standard pattern 5.56 AR components and is completely reliable with the new Lancer® L5 AWM magazines as modified by Wilson Combat.

Ideal for Hunting and Tactical Use

The wide range of available .30 caliber hunting bullets makes the 7.62×40 WT an ideal choice for hunting of medium to large size game with the downrange ballistic performance only a .30 Caliber projectile can deliver. Experienced shooters will be pleased by the match grade accuracy and terminal effectiveness and energy easily exceeding the 7.62×39 Russian, while novice shooters will appreciate the mild recoil and low report.

Tactical shooters looking for a hard hitting, fast handling, practical .30 Caliber AR-15 service carbine will find the 7.62×40 WT a viable alternative to the 5.56×45 for self defense and law enforcement applications. With 18/19 or 28/29 round capacity using Wilson Combat modified Lancer® L5 AWM 5.56 magazines, maximum firepower is retained.

Components, Loaded Ammunition and Complete Guns

The 7.62×40 WT cartridge is based on a standard Lake City 5.56×45 NATO/.223 cartridge case that goes through a simple shortening and reforming operation to achieve appropriate cartridge dimensions. Wilson Combat has reloading dies, case gages, cartridge cases, handload data and a variety of loaded ammunition to fully support this caliber.

A complete lineup of Wilson Combat 7.62×40 WT rifles, uppers and match-grade barrels are also available now.

Ballistic Performance Comparison

7.62×40 WT (16″ Barrel)
110 gr: 2450 FPS Muzzle Velocity and 1466 Foot Pounds of Energy
125 gr: 2400 FPS Muzzle Velocity and 1599 Foot Pounds of Energy
150 gr: 2200 FPS Muzzle Velocity and 1612 Foot Pounds of Energy

5.56 Nato (16″ Barrel)
55 gr: 3150 FPS Muzzle Velocity and 1212 Foot Pounds of Energy
62 gr: 3000 FPS Muzzle Velocity and 1239 Foot Pounds of Energy
77 gr: 2750 FPS Muzzle Velocity and 1293 Foot Pounds of Energy

7.62×39 (16″ Barrel)
123 gr: 2320 FPS Muzzle Velocity and 1470 Foot Pounds of Energy

6.8 SPC (16″ Barrel)
110 gr: 2550 FPS Muzzle Velocity and 1594 Foot Pounds of Energy

300 BLACKOUT (16″ Barrel)
125 gr: 2275 FPS Muzzle Velocity and 1436 Foot Pounds of Energy

NOTE for Handloaders: Once a 7.62×40 WT case has been fired once it will be fire- formed and provide approximately 1 gr. additional powder capacity and the potential for approximately 25-50 FPS more velocity at comparable pressure levels.

Trajectory and Remaining Velocity

125 gr. Nosler Ballistic Hunter, 2375 FPS MV, Zero range 175 yards
100 yds +1.7″ 2156 FPS
150 yds +1.1″ 2052 FPS
200 yds -1.6″ 1951 FPS
250 yds -6.6″ 1854 FPS

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www.wilsoncombat.com

Bushmaster to Offer Rifles Featuring GameGuard Camo

Posted on April 10, 2011 by Alesia

Windham, ME -Bushmaster Firearms proudly announces they have entered into an exclusive agreement to manufacture AR style firearms featuring GameGuard camouflage.

As a way to launch the new venture, starting today consumers who purchase a Bushmaster GameGuard Predator rifle at AcuSport stores will receive a coupon valid for a free soft-sided rifle case. AcuSport, recognized nationwide as one of the leading distributors of outdoor and shooting sports products in the nation, will be offering consumers this exclusive package.

“We took on a personal challenge to develop a pattern that best fit the Texas and Southwestern United States landscape,” stated Craig Smith – Founder of GameGuard Camouflage. “GameGuard has now become a well-recognized brand and we are excited about the opportunity to partner with Bushmaster to offer predator hunters a truly amazing product.”

The Bushmaster Predator series of rifles were designed as a direct result of numerous requests by the hunters who wanted a slightly shorter barrel and lighter swing weight in a carry rifle for predator hunting/calling. The Bushmaster GameGuard Predator rifle features a 20-inch fluted match grade barrel and delivers all the accuracy you’ve come to expect from a Bushmaster.

Bushmaster GameGuard Predator Features:

The 20″ Bushmaster Barrel is fluted 4150 ChromMoly Vanadium Steel (non- chrome lined) with sharp 1 x 8″ twist rifling for the heavier bullets typically used on bigger varmints and predators.

Features include a hybrid SAAMI Spec. chamber

Match Grade Competition Trigger (4 ½ lbs)

Vented Tubular Aluminum Free-Floater Forend with Bipod Stud

5 Round Magazine (legal for hunting in most States)

GameGuard Camouflage Finish

Model/ Model Number

Bushmaster GameGuard Predator
90849

Caliber
5.56 / 223 Rem

Capacity
5

Action
Gas Operated / Semi Automatic

Stock
Ambidextrous Pistol Grip

Barrel
20-inch 4150 ChromMoly Vanadium

Twist Rate
1 x 8

Sights
Riser Blocks – For Optic Use

Length
38.25 inches

Weight
8 pounds

MSRP
$1,459.00

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About Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC
Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC (BFI) is the leading supplier of AR15/M16 type rifles in the United States for Law Enforcement, security and private consumer use. Headquartered in Windham, Maine, BFI supplies aluminum and advanced carbon fiber-based rifle platforms in calibers ranging from 5.56mm/223 to 50BMG. These and associated accessories manufactured by BFI meet the tactical rifle needs of US customers as well as Military, Law Enforcement and Security clients from over 50 countries worldwide. Visit our web site at www.bushmaster.com.

Contact:
Jessica Kallam (800) 243-9700 ext. 8578 (Press only)

Historical Winchester Model 1886 Short Rifle Now Available from Winchester Repeating Arms

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Alesia

Model 1886 Short Rifle

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January 2011

Historical Winchester® Model 1886 Short Rifle Now Available
From Winchester Repeating Arms

The strong and reliable action of the Winchester ® Model 1886 rifle was designed for the then new 45-70 Government cartridge, developed by the U.S. Government in 1873. In an ongoing effort to reintroduce various historical models of the venerable 1886, Winchester Repeating Arms proudly announces the Short Rifle model as a limited production run for 2011.

The new Model 1886 features a deeply-blued receiver, barrel and lever, along with a matching blued steel end cap and steel crescent buttplate. The stock is Grade 1 walnut with an elegant satin finish. The full-length tubular magazine holds six 45-70 Govt. cartridges.

Each Model 1886 comes with an adjustable rear buckhorn style sight and a gold bead Marble Arms® front sight, giving the rifle a graceful profile. The receiver is also drilled and tapped to accommodate other receiver sights.

The Model 1886 has an overall length of 43 inches and weighs 8 3/8 pounds. The rate of twist in the barrel is 1 in 20 inches. Suggested retail price is $1,269.00

Rossi Introduces Popular Wizard Rifle in New Nickel Finish

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Alesia

MIAMI – With a stylish nickel finish, this Wizard matches a sharp new look with the ability to shoot with up to 23 different caliber options. The Wizard’s ingenious break-open barrel system easily transforms to any other barrel in seconds. Just start with .243 Win. and add additional barrels to the system as desired. The Wizard, with single-shot simplicity, is the perfect choice for year-round hunting and shooting.

Rifle barrel options include .17 HMR, .22LR, .22 Mag., .22-250 Rem, .270 Win., .223, .30-06 SPRG, .308 Win., .35 Whelen, .38-357 Mag., .44 Mag., ..454 Casull, 45-70 Gov. and 7.62×39. Muzzleloader barrel options include .45 and .50. Shotgun barrel options include .410 bore, 28 gauge, 20 gauge, 20 gauge slug, 12 gauge and 12 gauge slug. The Wizard’s barrel measures 23 inches with an overall length of 36.5 inches and weighs seven pounds.

Additional features include cushioned recoil pad with spacer for reduced recoil, uniquely contoured Monte Carlo stock with curved cheek rest, scope mount base, hammer extension, fiber optic front sight for fast, easy target acquisition and the onboard Taurus Security System®. MSRP $352.

The Rossi revolution of firearm design and manufacture started with the founding of the company in 1889 by Amadeo Rossi. For the past 120 years, the tradition of innovation grew along with the company and the Rossi family. Today, Rossi brand firearms still feature the same dedication and innovation in every product. Rossi looks forward to providing its customers with the next generation of great firearms. Rossi Brand firearms are imported into the U.S. and serviced by Braztech International, LC. Rossi is proud to offer a free One-year NRA Membership with the purchase of any Rossi model. For more information about Rossi Firearms, visit www.rossiusa.com. High-resolution images are available at www.rossidownloads.com.

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Kristin Hunt – kristinh@chevalier-adv.com

Browning Introduces X-Bolt Micro Midas for Young and Small Framed Hunters Print

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Alesia

February 2011

Press release and image downloadable at www.howardcommunications.com

To accommodate smaller framed shooters and hunters, Browning^® has introduced a full line of firearms called the Micro Midas. Included in the new line is an X-Bolt^™ rifle. The X-Bolt Micro Midas has all the innovative features of the X-Bolt line, just in a more compact and lighter weight package.

The new rifle has a steel receiver with a low-luster blued finish. The 20-inch barrel has the same blued finish. The stock is a checkered walnut with a satin finish. Like other X-Bolt models, the Micro Midas has a 60^◦bolt lift, adjustable Feather Trigger^™, detachable rotary magazine, top tang safety and bolt unlock button. Each rifle also has sling swivel studs installed and an Inflex Technology recoil pad.

The X-Bolt Micro Midas has a length of pull of 12 ½ inches. The overall length is 38 1/8 inches and it weighs just 6 lbs. 1 oz. For 2011 the rifle is available in four popular calibers, 22.250 Rem., 243 Win., 7mm-08 Rem., and 308 Win.

Suggested retail of all models is $799.99.

Weatherby Announces Return of the Vanguard Deluxe

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Alesia

Weatherby® announces the return of the Vanguard® Deluxe, a rifle designed to offer hunters and shooters an affordable combination of eye-catching looks and superior shooting performance.

“Back by popular demand, our Vanguard Deluxe is an exceptional value,” said Brad Ruddell, Weatherby’s vice president of sales and marketing. “Initially introduced as the VGX many years ago, this rifle is nearly identical in appearance to our classic Mark V® Deluxe and has many of the same features, but costs much less. Like all our Vanguard rifles, its performance is backed by a written accuracy guarantee.”

The Vanguard Deluxe features a Monte Carlo-style, “semi-fancy” grade walnut stock (gloss finish) with maplewood spacers, and rosewood forend and grip cap. A polished action and high-gloss blued metalwork further enhance the rifle’s looks.

Vanguard Deluxe rifles that have serial numbers beginning with the new “VB” prefix will be guaranteed to shoot SUB-MOA (a three-shot group of .99-inch or less) with factory or premium ammunition. Each will feature the new two-stage Match Quality Target Trigger, which has an auxiliary sear for a “creep free” consistent let-off and pre-set sear engagement at .008-.012. The trigger is adjustable for weight of pull down to 2.5 pounds.

Other accuracy-enhancing features include a 24-inch, #2 contour cold hammer-forged 4140 steel barrel with field crown. In addition, Weatherby’s famous Monte Carlo stock design allows quick eye-to-scope alignment and fast target acquisition. A low density recoil pad helps control recoil and makes for more comfortable shooting.

Based on the legendary Mark V® action, the Vanguard has a one-piece machined bolt, fully enclosed bolt sleeve and three rings of steel surrounding the casehead for an extra measure of strength and structural integrity.

Measuring 44.5 inches in overall length, the Vanguard Deluxe weighs approximately 7.75 pounds. It is available in .257 Weatherby Magnum, .270 Winchester, .300 Winchester Magnum, .300 Weatherby Magnum and .30-06 Springfield. Right-hand models only.

Manufacturer’s suggested retail price is $969. For more information, contact a local Weatherby dealer, call the company at (805) 227-2600 or visit www.weatherby.com.

Founded in 1945, Weatherby, Inc.’s line features the popular Vanguard® and legendary Mark V® rifles (production and custom), over/under and side-by-side shotguns in the classic Athena® and Orion® lines, Threat Response™ shotguns and rifles, semi-auto and pump shotguns, premium ammunition and security/shooting accessories. The company is based in Paso Robles, Calif., and invites all hunters and shooters to visit and join its free online community at www.weatherbynation.com.

Contact:
Dan Weatherby, dweatherby@weatherby.com, (805) 227-2600

Weatherby® Offers Mark V® Accumark, TRR Rifles in .338 Lapua Magnum

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Alesia

Weatherby® has chambered its Mark V® Accumark rifle and Threat Response™ Rifle (TRR) for the increasingly popular .338 Lapua Magnum long-range cartridge.

Originally designed as an ultra-long-range sniper cartridge for military use, the .338 Lapua Magnum has become a more common choice for big game hunters as well.

“Our Mark V Accumark and TRR rifles are designed for situations that require pinpoint accuracy at extended ranges, so the .338 Lapua Magnum chambering is a natural,” said Brad Ruddell, Weatherby’s vice president of sales and marketing.

The Mark V Accumark features a hand-laminated, raised-comb Monte Carlo composite stock with a matte gel coat finish and spiderweb accents. Also working to enhance accuracy is a button-rifled, #3 contour (.705 muzzle diameter) free-floated stainless steel fluted barrel with target crown. The 28-inch overall barrel length includes an Accubrake™ to reduce felt recoil.

Other features for precision shooting are a CNC-machined 6061 T-6 aluminum bedding plate and a factory-tuned, fully adjustable trigger. A Pachmayr® Decelerator® pad on the buttstock helps soften recoil.

Weatherby’s Mark V TRR rifle has a black composite stock with the CNC-machined 6061 T-6 aluminum bedding system. The three-position buttstock is adjustable for length of pull, drop at heel and cant of the pad, allowing a “custom-fit” to shooter size and shape for greater comfort, control and accuracy.

Also equipped with an Accubrake, the barrel measures 28 inches in overall length. Accuracy is further enhanced by the hand-tuned, fully adjustable trigger, which is factory set at three pounds with sear engagement factory set at .008 to .014.

Manufacturer’s suggested retail prices are $2,270 for the .338 Lapua Magnum Mark V Accumark and $2,879 for the .338 Lapua Magnum Mark V TRR. Right-hand models only.

For more information, contact a local Weatherby dealer, call the company at (805) 227-2600 or visit www.weatherby.com.

Contact:
Dan Weatherby, dweatherby@weatherby.com, (805) 227-2600

Game Face Airsoft Introduces Two Gas Blowback Airsoft Pistols And Assault Rifle

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Alesia

ROCHESTER, New York – Game Face™ Airsoft, a division of Crosman® Corporation, worldwide supplier and manufacturer of products for the shooting sports, has expanded their offerings by adding three new products. The new GF460 is a full-scale AEG combat assault rifle. The new Game Face Airsoft pistols, the Elite Combat and the Mayhem™, are CO2 powered blowbacks providing realism for skirmishes and training.

According to Game Face Airsoft Product Manager, Jim Masseth, “The new Game Face Airsoft professional-grade products provide realism during training and close-quarter-combat scenarios. We’re seeing a lot of interest from the military and law enforcement communities who wish to use them for their force-on-force education and training,” he said.

The GF460 features a full-length, quad-rail interface system (RIS) that provides multiple options for accessories such as optics, flashlights or handles. “The polymer frame is strong enough to take the abuse of any skirmish, but lightweight so there’s no worry of fatigue,” said Masseth. The full metal gearbox and high torque motor provide a high rate of fire and velocities up to 330 feet per second (fps) using .20g BBs.

The Elite Combat pistol is as sturdy as the standard U.S. service pistol it resembles. Its full metal slide and frame, generous weight and comfortable grip provide a feeling of authority. This pistol is the ideal sidearm with its realistic recoil action and full-metal magazine. The high capacity magazine features integral CO2 valving and drops out at the push of a button. Simply push in a new magazine, for quick reload of ammo and fresh CO2 that provides delay-free combat action. Featuring an ambidextrous safety and a quick-detach slide for efficient maintenance, the Elite Combat reaches up to 330 fps with .12g BBs. Every time the gun is fired the slide blows back automatically and cocks the working hammer.

The Mayhem pistol offers convincing feel, hold and recoil action with its polymer frame, metal slide and fully functioning blowback operation. Realistic weight adds to the drama of this sidearm. For use in CQC and training exercises, the Mayhem reaches up to 1 joule of energy. It is equipped with a quick- detach slide for convenient maintenance and its easy-to-release full-metal magazine makes for delay-free loading of CO2 and BBs.

The GF460 rifle will be available in May, 2011 with an MSRP of $325. The blowback pistols are both available now. MSRP for the Elite Combat is $176 and is $100 for the Mayhem. Game Face Airsoft will exhibit its entire product line during SHOT Show 2011 in Las Vegas from January 18-21. Visit booth number 12740.

For additional information on Game Face Airsoft, or on any Crosman, Benjamin, Crosman Archery, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics or Archery products, visit the company’s websites at www.gamefaceairsoft.com, www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, or write to Laura Evans, marketing coordinator, Crosman Corporation, 7629 Routes 5 & 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469, email her at levans@crosman.com, or call her at (800) 7-AIRGUN (724-7486).

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