Browning Adds Two Sporting Models to Maxus Shotgun Line


Maxus Sporting Carbon Fiber

Maxus Sporting

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Since its introduction just a couple of years ago, the Browning® Maxus® has quickly become one of the most popular semi-automatic shotguns in the market. The Maxus is known for its reliability and shooter/hunter friendly features. In 2011 Browning is adding two new models for the clay target shooter, the Maxus Sporting and the Maxus Sporting Carbon Fiber.

The Maxus Sporting is a beautiful shotgun with a strong, lightweight aluminum alloy receiver with a durable satin nickel finish. The receiver is laser engraved with game birds transforming into clay birds. It features a quail on the right side and a mallard on the left. The stock and forearm are high grade walnut with a gloss finish.

The Maxus Sporting Carbon Fiber shotgun also features the strong, lightweight aluminum receiver but with a carbon fiber finish on the top and bottom. The stock and forearm are made of composite material, have the Dura-Touch® Armor Coating and the carbon fiber finish.

Both of the Maxus Sporting shotguns come with either a 28 or 30-inch barrel and chambered for 3-inch shells. The barrels include the Vector Pro™ lengthened forcing cone. Five Invector-Plus™ choke tubes are included with each gun. Like other models of the Maxus, the two sporting models feature the Power Drive Gas System which cycles a wide range of loads. An Inflex Technology recoil pad helps reduce felt recoil. Each gun includes a HiViz® Tri-Comp fiber-optic front sight and Ivory mid-bead sight.

Suggested retail for the Maxus Sporting is $1,629.99.

Suggested retail for the Maxus Sporting Carbon Fiber is $1,419.99.

Antonio Zoli North America Introduces the Z-Sport Bilanx Shotgun

Canandaigua, NY – Antonio Zoli North America has added the Z-Sport Bilanx to its family of world-class shotguns. With its new precision mechanical trigger group and the recently patented BHB™ Between the Hands Balancing system, the Bilanx is the ultimate in competition shotguns. Distinguishing itself as the only shotgun engineered to house an internal balancing system within the grip of the stock, this patented concept keeps the weight between the hands. The Bilanx (pronounced Bēlănx) allows every serious competitive shooter to customize the necessary control, balance and swing dynamics that is paramount in a well-fitted shotgun, while they are shooting.

The Between the Hands Balancing system is comprised of two weight components. The quick detachable, modular grip cap mechanism fits into the buttstock grip accommodating six threaded steel disk weights adding up to three ounces. It can be instantly removed and the weight adjusted. Other brands using stock-bolt weights cause the shooter to remove the buttpad each time to adjust weight. The forend weight system has the capacity to add up to twenty individual four-gram weights easily installed onto the side ribs underneath the forend. Therefore, all adjustment weights are between the hands providing for instant precision adjustment of gun swing dynamics.

Steve Lamboy, General Manager of Antonio Zoli North America said, “Our competitive shooters know a well balanced gun reduces swing effort and conserves stamina needed during serious competitions. They have wanted a precision balancing system that would allow them to easily, fine- tune their shotguns without adding weight near the ends of the gun like the stock bolt. The Between the Hands Balancing system in the Bilanx provides this with a simple and intuitive design they can use while shooting a practice round.”

The Z-Sport Bilanx is available in 12, 20 and 28 gauge with various barrel lengths; choice of a fine nickel or deep blue finish and stocks carved from high grade fancy Turkish walnut with fine checkering and hand rubbed oil finish. Zoli precision barrels guarantee P.O.I.

The new, hand detachable mechanical trigger system is Titanium Nitride treated and is fully adjustable fore and aft for grip fit and has crisp, precision let-off. Powered by robust coil springs for guaranteed ignition, it automatically sets up the second shot even if the first round is a dud. “The BHB system and the new hand-detachable mechanical trigger group of the Z-Sport Bilanx shows our commitment to develop the most advanced precision competition shotguns for the U.S. shooters. At Zoli, serious commitment is the foundation of our reputation,” said Paolo Zoli, President of Zoli Antonio s.r.l.

Antonio Zoli North America is a division of Zoli Antonio s.r.l of Gardone, Italy, one of the oldest family owned firearm manufactures in the northern region of Brescia, Italy. Dating to the late 1860′s and continuing today, the Zoli family and skilled craftsman manufacture high performance shotguns that are famous for their precision barrels and the new Z Series Boss action design for competition and game. For more information about the full product line of world-class shotguns and why Zoli is the only choice to meet your shooting needs, visit www.zoli-northamerica.com or call (585) 394-1271.

Contact:
Steve Lamboy
Antonio Zoli North America
Office: (585) 394-1271

Elzetta Releases Flashlight Mount for Tactical Shotguns

The new Elzetta ZSM fits Remington 870, Mossberg 500/590, and many other shotguns with at least 1 3/4″ free space on the magazine tube and barrel. The ZSM may be mounted to either side of the shotgun and is made from the same durable polymer used in our popular Elzetta ZFH1500.

Every Elzetta ZSM comes with Sizing Adapters, giving the Flashlight Mount the ability to hold flashlights from 0.70 to 1.05 inches in diameter (we, of course, recommend our 235-lumen Elzetta ZFL-M60 LED Flashlights). Additionally, every Elzetta ZSM includes Gauge Adapters that allow it to be used with 20-gauge and .410 shotguns.

Retail price for the standard ZSM is $39.95. A Thumb Screw version is available for $46.95 which allows installation and removal of flashlights without tools.

Like everything Elzetta sells, the ZSM is Made in the USA with a limited lifetime warranty.

Information: www.elzetta.com

Beretta Rolls out Xplor Light Shotgun

Accokeek, MD (November 16, 2010) All that remains within the Beretta warehouse are shards of speckled egg shells as Beretta unleashes the lightest predator of its kind, the A400 Xplor Light. Shipping now to dealers across the nation, this new shotgun truly is the offspring of the A400 Xplor Unico, aka the “Green Monster,” featuring many of the same innovative technologies.

These monsters of shotgun innovation share the following technological advances: the Blink® operating system that allows the shotgun to cycle 36% faster than any other shotgun; the recoil dissipating Kick-Off® system which reduces felt recoil by 60%; the lightweight Micro-Core recoil pad and the very best cold-hammer forged barrels in the world featuring the Optima Bore HP® geometry, delivering unparalleled ballistic performance.

The similarities end there, as the A400 Xplor Light weighs just 6.28 pounds, making it the lightest Beretta semi-automatic on the market today. Chambered for 2 ¾” and 3″ shells, the light green receiver performs time and again from the lightest loads to the last load of the day, making it the perfect hunting companion; comfortable enough to carry all day in the pheasant fields of South Dakota or continuously shoulder under the dove-blackened skies of Argentina. Visit www.A400Xplor.com for more information on this new monster shotgun, and the entire A400 Xplor family.

Beretta, established in 1526, is the oldest industrial dynasty in the world tracing its roots through 16 generations of continuous family ownership. Firearms bearing the Beretta name have been sold for almost 500 years. Beretta USA Corp. was founded in 1977 and supplies the standard sidearm to the U.S. Armed Forces. Today, Beretta manufactures, distributes and markets a complete line of firearms, accessories and apparel. Beretta also owns and operates six retail Beretta Gallery stores worldwide. For additional information, visit www.berettausa.com.

Contact:
Lea L. Ramthun | lramthun@berettausa.com | 301-283-2191, Ext. 1219

Mike Vrooman | mvrooman@berettausa.com | 301-283-2191, Ext. 1355

Now Available – Arsenal SGL12 12 Guage Shotgun

Las Vegas, NV – Born out of a requirement for Military and L.E. demands worldwide, Arsenal, Inc is proud to introduce its’ latest model for the U.S. civilian market: The SGL12-02, and 03 chambered for 12 gauge 3″ rounds. Featuring the redesigned, ergonomic, RPK style forend, a true AK style steel retainer (with left side sling loop), and an indexed four-sided picatinny rail machined out of aircraft grade aluminum (available only on the SGL12-03) this shotgun will meet the requirements of virtually any situation demanded by it.

With the newly designed RPK style lower handguard that gives the SGL12 an ergonomic and tactical feel, this shotgun puts style and comfort in the shooters hand while keeping the cost down. This handguard is a U.S. made, military grade composite that also counts as 1 (one) U.S. Sec 922 (r) compliance part. The steel, AK style, retainer adds functionality and practicality because of the ability to add an AK style sling and Arsenal’s own indexed Quad rail machined from aircraft grade aluminum. This newly designed steel retainer allows for the proper placement of Arsenal’s lower handguard while providing the proper spacing and alignment for the Quad rail. The Quad rail is machined from aircraft grade aluminum and has been specifically designed to sit centered on the “X” and the “Y” axis in relation to the center of the chrome lined barrel. This precision alignment allows for the proper placement and use of many different types of accessories, such as lasers, lights and forward grips.

These three features combined truly set this shotgun apart from anything else in its field. By adding them to one of the hottest shotguns in the market it makes for one of the most exciting shotgun releases in years. With an MSRP starting out at $499.00 Arsenal’s SGL12 are a must have for the hunting, sporting, and self defense purposes.

Starting out as a manufacturer and importer on the west coast, Arsenal, Inc. developed a reputation for building and importing only the highest quality parts. Then, when Arsenal, Inc moved to Las Vegas, NV they transferred that same passion and attention to detail spirit into manufacturing and importing firearms. Now Arsenal serves as full line manufacturer, importer, and developer of the best combat rifles and shotguns available and the accessories for them.

For more information on this product or any other product by Arsenal, Inc. line please call (702) 643-2220 or visit www.arsenalinc.com.

Contact:
Walker English, Walker.English@arsenal.inc

Legacy Sports International Announces Synthetic Stocked Verona Semi-Auto

Legacy sportsLegacy Sports International announces the addition of a synthetic stocked Verona semi-auto shotgun! Verona is returning with an upgraded 405 Series semi-auto from the well-known Italian gun manufacturer, Flli Pietta. Available in 12 gauge, this new model comes with matte black receiver and blued barrel, synthetic black stock and trigger guard, and five choke tubes. The new Verona Synthetic 405 is inertia operated – with the same mechanism as another Italian brand – at a fraction of the price! Fitted with 3″ chambers, the Synthetic 405 offers a 4+1 magazine capacity and 28″ barrel. Retail Price: $1,099.00.

Verona Synthetic 405 Semi-Auto Shotgun Features:

• Inertia Operated Action

• Aluminum Alloy Receivers

• Chrome Lined Barrel Internally Choked for Steel Shot; Blued Finish

• Fiber Optic Front Sight

• Pivoted head Bolt with Integral Double Charging Lever and Sleeve

• Synthetic Black Stock with Black Nylon Recoil Pad

• Patented Locking Forend

• 4 + 1 Magazine Capacity

• Five Choke Tubes: M, IM, IC, Sk and F (additional chokes available from Carlson)

• 28″ Barrel Length

The Verona 405 Synthetic is one of two firearms used exclusively by the hunting teams of The Fowl Life with Chad Belding, and with Northwest Hunter starring Pat Boyer.

Legacy Sports International, LLC is an importer of firearms and shooting accessories. Bringing in high quality, reliable and affordable products for shooting and hunting enthusiasts is the mission of Legacy Sports’ business. With well-respected brands including Howa and Puma M-1892 rifles, Puma Old West M-1887 shotguns and M-1886 big bore rifles, NikkoStirling optics, Citadel LE shotguns and M-1911 handguns, and Escort and Verona shotguns, Legacy Sports is committed to offer today’s shooting sports enthusiast performance on the range and in the field. Legacy’s track record proves – without a doubt – that they have consistently provided accurate rifles and shotguns as well as award-winning optics for sportsmen on a budget. This is why Legacy Sports is known as “The Most Trusted Name in the Shooting Industry”.

Contact:
Rick Homme
Legacy Sports International, LLC
4750 Longley Lane, Ste. 208
Reno, NV 89502
Ph: 775-575-6186
rhomme@legacysports.com

ROSSI ANNOUNCES REBATE FOR YOUTH MATCHED PAIR SHOTGUNS

MIAMI – Rossi is pleased to announce a $20 rebate for its popular Youth Matched Pair shotgun line. The $20 rebate is offered for the .410/.22 LR Youth Matched Pair in a blued finish with brown, black, or pink synthetic stock and a nickel finish with black synthetic stock. Additionally the 20-gauge/.22 LR Youth Matched Pair in a blued finish with brown, black, or pink synthetic stock is eligible for the rebate.

This rebate is valid from September 1, 2010 to December 31, 2010. Consumers must submit the rebate form, mailed/postmarked within 20 days from date of purchase and latest redemption must be postmarked no later than January 15, 2011 to be eligible to receive the offer. MRSP for eligible products ranges from $197.00 to $283.00.

The Rossi Youth Matched Pair line has set the standard for two-barrel guns. The combination long gun package in unequalled, having been recognized as the best “youth-size” gun. Rossi starts with one of its popular single shot rifles, then hand fits an interchangeable shotgun barrel to create the Youth Matched Pair. The result is a highly reliable rifle with adjustable fiber optic sights and a button rifled barrel for enhanced accuracy, which quickly allows a swapped barrel to become a favorite shotgun. Each model comes with a scope mount base, hammer extension, removable cheekpiece, custom carrying case and dual-purpose strap.

The complete line of Rossi firearms features the exclusive Taurus Security System, which utilizes a key to lock the firearm and offers additional safety for youth.  All Rossi firearms also incorporate a transfer bar mechanism and a manual safety on a single shot, break-open design in which the breech cannot be closed or opened if the hammer is cocked.

Rossi is proud to offer a free One-year NRA Junior Membership with the purchase of any Rossi youth model. It is recommended that children always be accompanied by an adult when shooting. For more information about Rossi Firearms, a Division of BrazTech International, and complete details about the rebate, visit www.rossiusa.com.

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