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| From the January 2008 issue of Shooting Industry | ||||||||||||
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Manufacturers Create |
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Welcome to the new business year! Manufacturers are celebrating with a wide range of new products in a high-energy race to gain market share throughout the industry. Here is our second look at the new product offerings for 2008. | ||||||||||||
Sturm, Ruger & Co. |
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Ruger SP101 .327 Federal Mag. |
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Ruger Left-Handed M77 Hawkeye |
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Ruger has partnered with Federal Premium to introduce a new revolver cartridge designed to deliver .357 Magnum ballistics out of a .32-caliber platform, with 20-percent less recoil. Ruger is offering the .327 Federal Magnum in the SP101 double-action revolver with a 3 1/16" barrel and six-shot cylinder. The satin-finish stainless steel gun features an adjustable rear sight and one-piece rubber grip with synthetic inserts. |
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DPMS/Panther Arms |
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DPMS Panther LR-338 |
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DPMS’ newest hunting rifle is the Panther LR-338. Chambered in .338 Federal, the rifle features a lightweight, extruded A3-style upper receiver; a carbon-fiber, free-float tube; a fluted 18" chrome-moly heavy barrel; and slim-line compensator. The LR-338 has a milled 6061-T6 aluminum, semiautomatic lower receiver, two-stage trigger, internal trigger guard and an aluminum magazine release button. It weighs 7.9 lbs. and has an overall length of 39 1/4". |
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Caesar Guerini |
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Caesar Guerini Mangus Trap |
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Caesar Guerini introduces their new line of trap guns. The guns are available in three models: Summit Trap, Magnus Trap Limited and Maxum Trap — as unsingle, over-and-under and combo sets, in 30", 32" and 34" barrels. The Dynamic Tuning System allows custom tuning and adjustments, plus the guns have an adjustable rib and stock. The guns include the Maxis Bore/Choke System and a factory-installed release trigger is available as an option. The line features Turkish walnut stocks and 26 lines-per-inch checkering. |
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Benelli USA |
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Benelli Legacy Sport |
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Benelli Ultra Light |
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DoubleStar’s design of the Patrol Rifle is based on information from frontline police officers. The lightweight A-1 configuration with 1:9 twist barrel is mounted on a forged flattop upper receiver. Standard features include a 5-slot A-2 phantom flash hider, four-rail handguards, three low-profile rail covers, GG&G flip-up MAD rear sight, Hogue rubber pistol grip and DoubleStar’s six-position M-4 buttstock. Upgrades are available, including a chrome-lined barrel, two-stage trigger, H buffer and bipod. |
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Franchi USA |
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Franchi I-12 Sporting |
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Franchi I-12 Upland Hunter |
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Franchi introduces the I-12 Sporting lightweight semiauto shotgun. The 12-gauge inertia-driven shotgun features an elongated forcing cone and lightweight aluminum alloy receiver. The 30" barrel with tapered target rib uses extended choke tubes compatible with Crio chokes. The Twin Shock Absorber recoil-reducing system diminishes felt recoil up to 44 percent. The shotgun has a WeatherCoat walnut stock and measures 45 1/4" in length and weighs 7 lbs. |
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Marlin Firearms Co. |
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Marlin has added centerfire bolt-action rifles to its lineup. The first model, the XL7, is a standard long-action rifle available in three calibers: .30-06 Spg., .270 Win. and .25-06 Rem. Stock options are black synthetic and Realtree APG-HD camo. |
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Sabre Defence Industries |
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Sabre Competition Extreme |
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Sabre M5 Tactical Rifle |
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Sabre Defence introduces the M5 Tactical rifle available in 5.56mm, 6.5 Grendel and 7.62x39. The M5 has a 14.5" chrome-moly-vanadium barrel with a 1:7 twist, and comes with an A2 flash hider, mid-length gas system and railed hand guard. The stock is adjustable for length-of-pull. The rifle features an Ergo Grip and 552 EOTech Holographic weapon sight. |
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Smith & Wesson |
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S&W Stainless i-Bolt |
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S&W Model 27 |
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S&W Model 386 Night Guard |
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Smith & Wesson introduces the Night Guard Series, chambered in .45 ACP, .44 Mag./.44 S&W Special, .357 S&W Magnum/.38 S&W Special and .44 Special. With 2 1/2" barrels, the revolvers feature a matte-black, lightweight Scandium frame; black stainless PVD (physical vapor deposition) cylinder; Pachmayr Compac Custom grip; XS 24/7 Standard Dot Tritium front sight; and the new Cylinder & Slide Extreme Duty fixed rear sight. The Night Guard revolvers will available in March 2008. |
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STI International |
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STI Texican |
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STI Off Duty .45 ACP |
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The Off Duty in .45 ACP is built on a steel STI commander-sized frame with a stippled frontstrap and integrated tactical rails. It features rear-cocking serrations, oversized ejection port and an adjustable Novak-style white-dot rear sight. The barrel is a 3" fully supported ramped bull barrel and the pistol comes standard with a RecoilMaster guide rod system. |
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Stag Arms |
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Stag Arms Model 6L |
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Stag Arms announces the Model 6L Super Varminter. The 6L features a 24" stainless steel, match-grade bull barrel and two-stage match trigger. The upper and lower receivers are forged from 7075 T6 aircraft-quality aluminum. Other features include a Hogue pistol grip; fluted, free-float non-slip aluminum hand guard; and A2 stock. The 6L is available in right- and left-hand versions. Length is 42.25" and weight is less than 10 lbs. |
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Para USA |
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Para Super Hawg |
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The Para Super Hawgs, available in 1911 single-stack and Para High Capacity frames, feature 6" integral ramp match-grade barrels, Para’s exclusive Fiber Optic front sights and adjustable rear sights. Both models have a stainless steel, satin finish and the frontstraps are checkered 30 lines-per-inch. The single-stack model comes with two PXT eight-round magazines and double-diamond checkered Cocobolo stocks. The High Capacity model comes with two 14-round magazines (10-round available where restricted) and slim black polymer stocks. Both pistols are 9 1/2" long. The single stack weighs 40 oz.; the high capacity 41 oz. |
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A. Uberti |
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A. Uberti 1876 .45-60 |
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Uberti has reproduced the 1876 Rifle, originally introduced as the Winchester 1876 “Centennial Rifle.” Winchester called the big-caliber, lever-action the Centennial Rifle in commemoration of the United States’ 100th anniversary. Winchester discontinued production of the 1876 Rifle in 1898 after making 63,871 guns. |
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Leupold & Stevens |
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| Leupold Acadia 10x42 | ||||||||||||
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| Leupold VX-L QDMA | ||||||||||||
Leupold expands its family of VX-L riflescopes with the Illuminated VX-L series. Available in 3.5-10x50mm, 4.5-14x50mm, 3.5-10x56mm and 4.5-14x56mm Long Range, the scopes feature Leupold’s illumination system with 11 brightness settings and the Light Optimization Profile. Hunters can choose between German #4 Dot and Boone and Crockett illuminated reticle options. |
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Carson Optical |
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Carson 10x50mm XM-HD |
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Carson introduces a new model to its XM-HD (High Definition) series, the 10x50mm XM-HD. With HD light-gathering technology and a 50mm objective lens, the 10x50mm is suited to low-light conditions. Fully multicoated lenses and phase-coated optics ensure clear images with less glare. The body is nitrogen filled and o-ring sealed, making it water-, fog- and dustproof. The 10x50mm features twist-lock eye relief cups, right diopter correction and is tapped for tripod adapter. |
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Simmons Outdoor Corp. |
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| Simmons AETEC Mil Dot | ||||||||||||
New from ArmaLite is the autoloading AR-10 in .338 Federal, the only autoloading rifle in the caliber. The cartridge provides the energy of a 7mm Rem. Mag. in a .308 case, generating 200 feet-per-second more velocity than a standard .308. |
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Weaver Optics |
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| Weaver Classic Extreme | ||||||||||||
Weaver’s Classic Extreme Scopes feature 1.5-4.5x24mm configuration and offer 4" eye relief. The European 4-A reticle is offered as an alternative to Weaver’s traditional Dual X, and both 30mm scopes have an illuminated dot center. Windage and elevation dials are resettable 1/4-MOA fingertip adjustable. They also feature Fast Focus eyepieces and fully multicoated optics. |
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FM Optics |
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FM Optics introduces the Compact Paramilitary Riflescope in 3-9x26mm. The scope features a three-sided Picatinny rail, a reversible 1" to 3/8" base and a blue illuminated Mil Dot reticle and matte-black finish. Overall length is 8.15" and weight is 14.4 oz. |
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LaserMax |
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The Uni-Max Rail Mount Laser Sight features an integral rail, permitting the mounting of other accessories. It is compatible with Picatinny- and Weaver-style rails. Constructed from FRN (Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon), the Uni-Max can be set for continuous wave (constant on) or high-visibility modulated (pulsing) beam (50-percent duty cycle). The low-profile housing places the laser close to the barrel for maximum accuracy. |
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Starline Brass |
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Starline now offers a 38/55 rifle case available in Standard and Long lengths. The Standard case is 2.08" in length and the Long measures 2.125"; both cases have the same diameter. The Standard case has Starline’s trademark headstamp with the 38/55 notation. The Long case is stamped with 38/55 and 2.125. The 38/55 is available in packs of 250, 500 and 1,000. |
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Speer |
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The latest addition to the Speer Gold Dot line is the .327 Federal Magnum, created in conjunction with Ruger. Ideal for small-frame revolvers, the .327 Federal Magnum has a similar performance to the .357 Magnum, with 25 percent less recoil. It provides twice the muzzle energy of a .38 Special+P. |
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CCI Ammunition |
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CCI introduces a lead-free bullet with non-tox technology from TNT Green. The initial offering is .22 Win. Mag. 30-grain. |
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Fiocchi Ammunition |
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Fiocchi introduces the Fiocchi Golden Waterfowl shot shell. The 3" 12-gauge shells are loaded with 1 1/4 oz. of steel shot in shot sizes BBB, BB, 1, 2, 3 or 4. The shells deliver 1,400 fps muzzle velocity and feature a full-color waterproof imprint of a duck in flight on each shell. |
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RWS |
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RWS introduces the .270 Win. HMK 130-grain cartridge. The cartridge features the H-groove, a predetermined breaking point in the middle of the bullet’s jacket that separates the bullet’s two cores to deliver high shock and deep penetration. |
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Sierra Bullets |
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Sierra now offers its .22 caliber (.224 diameter) 77-grain HPBT Match King in a cannelured version for the civilian market. The 77-grain bullet is the heaviest magazine-length tolerant .22 caliber bullet Sierra makes. It’s available in boxes of 50 and 500. |
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Pentagon Light |
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Pentagon Light introduces the P2 Porcupine, a self-defense illumination tool, featuring a sharpened spike head. When not in the defensive mode, the spikes are guarded and hidden under a protector head. Speed threads permit the extension and retraction of the spike’s head. Powered by two CR123A lithium batteries, the P2 Porcupine’s xenon lamp provides 65 lumens of light for approximately one hour of continuous use. The Porcupine is 5.6" long and weighs 3.7 oz |
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Buffer Technologies |
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Buffer Technologies offers a new hydraulic buffer from Enidine for the AR-10. The hydraulic buffer is made from anodized steel, with a corrosion-protection finish. The buffer installs without special tools or gunsmithing. The AR-10 buffer replaces the standard buffer assembly, but retains the stock and buffer spring. |
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Benchmade |
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Benchmade’s newest version of the Griptilian folder is designed for women and supports breast cancer research. The Pink Griptilian, sporting a pink handle, is approximately 6.5" long and weighs 2.56 oz. |
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C.A.M.P. Technologies |
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C.A.M.P. Technologies has introduced a new concept in wilderness camping with the Recreational Towed Vehicle (RTV) camping trailer. The camper includes an attached, heavy-duty tent/shelter, complete trail galley, propane stove, refrigerator, 3.5 KW electric generator, deep-cycle batteries, sink, water-pressure pump, lights and provisions for a sanitary system and shower. |
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Pelican Products Inc. |
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The Nemo series of dive flashlights consists of seven reengineered versions of Pelican’s submersible dive lights. They range from a 2AAA model to an 8D model. Most of the lights have a double o-ring seal design and submersible ratings of up to 500' underwater. The LED lights feature construction makes and are available in black, blue and yellow. |
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Crimson Trace |
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Crimson Trace LG 446 |
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Crimson Trace LG 653 |
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Crimson Trace introduces its first archery product, the LG-653 laser sight for BowTech and Diamond Archery bows. The LG-653 replaces the existing grip panels. A pressure-sensitive switch on the back of the grip activates the laser when the bow is drawn and turns off the laser when the arrow is released or the bow is returned to the ready position. The LG-653 is distributed exclusively by BowTech and Diamond Archery. |
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Fobus Holsters |
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Fobus Holsters announces the Evolution Series holster for the Beretta Vertec (BRV). The holster is available in right-hand paddle (BRV), belt (BRVBH), roto paddle (BRVRP), roto belt 1 3/4" (BRVRB) and roto duty belt 2 1/4" (BRVRDB), and fits 9mm, .40 and .45 M&P handguns. The holster features Fobus’ passive-retention system, adjustable retention screw, protective sight channel, steel-reinforced rivets and one-piece construction. |
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Wiley X Eyewear |
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| Wiley X Airborne | ||||||||||||
Wiley X has added two styles to its Climate Control Series eyewear line, the Airborne and the Jake. They feature removable vented foam gaskets that lock into lightweight ANSI-certified frames. The Facial Cavity Seal protects the wearer’s eyes from the elements, while providing full field-of-view vision. The impact-resistant, shatterproof and scratch-resistant lenses are crafted from Selenite polycarbonate and protect from harmful UVA and UVB rays. |
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Buck Wear |
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Buck Wear has added the Deer Slayer chocolate hoodie (Model #1053) to its hooded sweatshirt line. The hoodie is constructed of 100-percent cotton and has the words “Deer Slayer,” with an image of a European skull-mount buck and two trophy bucks in the distance screen-printed on the front. |
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AWC Systems Technology |
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| AWS Nexus III | ||||||||||||
The Nexus III .45 sound/signature suppressor features heat-treated stainless and Titanium alloys components, housed in 304 stainless steel. The Nexus III for the HK MK23 SOCOM, HK Tactical, HK Tactical Combat and SIG P220 Combat .45 pistols mounts on factory-threaded barrels. Machined, match-grade stainless steel barrels are available for other pistol models. |
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Sinclair International |
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Sinclair Case Neck Sorting Tool’s newest one-piece case neck variance gage is designed to work comfortably for both right- and left-handed reloaders. The tool works for cartridges .22 through 45 with the Sinclair Stainless Neck Pilots. It works with .17 and .20 cartridges with the use of the optional carbide alignment rod and .17 and .20 Pilots. |
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Clean Ballistics |
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Clean Ballistics’ Hot-Dip Lube “cleans with every shot fired,” enhances accuracy and dissipates heat. Clean Ballistics Hot-Dip Lube is offered in configurations for reloaders, metallic shooters, shotgun shooters and black-powder shooters. One container conditions approximately 1,000 bullets/2,000 wads. |
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Fargason Outdoors |
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From Fargason Outdoors SCENTite introduces the Magnum Tent Chair Blind for turkey hunters. The water-resistant camouflage shell lets hunters stay dry while calling in gobblers from the comfort of a chair that will hold up to 350 lbs. The blind has 77 cubic feet of interior space and weighs 15 lbs. | ||||||||||||