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Purchase a new Leica APO Televid spotting scope now through September 30, 2012, and receive a free matched Ever Ready spotting scope case (a $260 value). The free-with-purchase Ever Ready Case fits both the Televid 65 (65 mm lens diameter) and 82 (82 mm lens diameter) scopes. Both models set performance standards in the spotting scope market with their impressive brilliance and color fidelity. |
The Clyde Howell 14th annual Youth Shooting Sports Camp for 10-16 year old Boys and Girls.
June 2-3, 2012 was a GREAT success! We are already planning for next year! Thanks to all who volunteered and helped make this event something special!
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Americase is offering the Aluma-Trans-UL- 3-Gun Event Case to fit the needs of the 3-Gun Event competitors.
It has a locking rod system, recessed wheels, spring loaded handles, four quality latches and the Americase luggage restraint system. The interior consists of two compartments. The front slot is 47" x 2" x 6" and specifically for a shotgun. The back compartment holds a weapons/drag bag, and measures 48 ¾ x 12" x 6". The AT-VS-3-Gun Case, is made of tempered aluminum that is both light weight and very durable. |
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Uncle Mike's has introduced a new competition belt system
and shotgun shell speed caddy
for multi-gun competitors.
The system includes an inner and outer belt. The outer belt is MOLLE/PALS compatible; the inner belt is padded to offset gear loads and provide extra comfort during competition. The competition belt system is compatible with the Uncle Mike's Kydex and Reflex holsters and a number of other competition products including the ITW FastMag. |
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Bushnell has two new reticle options for the Elite Tactical 3-12x 44mm long range riflescope:
first focal plane G2DMR and BTR-Mil reticles. The G2DMR uses .5 mil hash marks graduated to .1 mil allowing accurate hold over, hold under and windage adjustments making precision shot placement possible without ever adjusting scope's dials. The BTR-MIL features an illuminated 1 mil diameter circle with a .25 MOA center dot. The vertical and horizontal stadia are marked in .5 mil hash marks and .2 mil measuring lines to allow for more precise range estimation. |
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MTM has introduced the Handgun Concealed-Carry Case,
an inconspicuous case that makes transferring a concealed-carry handgun and related supplies to and from the range safe, simple and very discreet. The gun itself is stored in the top of the case and is sandwiched by foam padding. The large, deep bucket bottom below the gun storage holds all other supplies. The case is double padlock tabbed allowing for complete security and has a tongue and groove O-Ring seal system for a superior water-resistance seal. MSRP is $21.95. |
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Holder Offers a "Compromised" Compromise
U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder was again on the proverbial hot seat this week as investigations into the infamous "Fast and Furious" gun-walking scandal continue. While a standoff in the investigation over providing subpoenaed information drags on, earlier this week, Holder suggested that he was willing to make "compromises." In response, on Wednesday House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman Darrell Issa, (R-Calif.) opened the door to negotiating with Holder, asking the AG to make the committee an offer, so that he might potentially avoid a contempt of Congress vote that is scheduled for next Wednesday, June 20.
On Thursday, in a letter to Rep. Issa, Holder indicated his willingness to partially comply with the subpoena. In what he called "an extraordinary accommodation," Holder agreed to provide some additional documents, but said that other documents remained, "outside the scope of the committee's interest in the inappropriate tactics used in Fast and Furious."
The question remains as to whether Holder now sees no other alternative but to comply, or if he is merely continuing to stonewall in an effort to delay the contempt vote, and perhaps even stall the process until after November's election.
According to a Thursday FoxNews.com article, Issa's office said that Holder's letter "only seems to indicate a willingness to offer a selective telling" of key events and that the chairman is still asking the Justice Department to explain "how it is prepared to alter its opposition to producing subpoenaed documents." That doesn't sound much like compromise.
New calls for Holder to resign were also heard this week, as U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-Tex.) called for Holder's resignation during the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Tuesday morning.
"Mr. Attorney General, it is more with sorrow than regret and anger that I would say you leave me no alternative but to join those who have called upon you to resign your office," said Cornyn. "Americans deserve an Attorney General who'll be honest with them. They deserve an Attorney General who'll uphold the basic standards of political independence and accountability. You've proven time and time again that, sadly, you're unwilling to do so. It is my sincere hope that President Obama will replace you with someone who is up to that challenge," Cornyn concluded.
Echoing Cornyn's concerns in an interview with former Arkansas Governor, Mike Huckabee, U. S. Sen. Orrin Hatch (R-Utah) noted, "Well if he doesn't cooperate with the Congress on this Fast and Furious, where one of our agents was killed because of the stupidity of this administration, then he ought to step down. He's basically a nice man, but by gosh he's been so partisan in that job that I'm very concerned about him and tend to support Sen. Cornyn and others who think that he ought to retire." [Source: NRA/ILA] |
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Texas man settles defective trigger
suit against Remington
A Texas man who suffered significant injuries in 2009 after being shot in the foot when his rifle unexpectedly fired has reached an undisclosed financial settlement with Remington Arms. Joel Lovell, represented by The Lanier Law Firm, claimed his Remington Model 700 rifle fired without the trigger being pulled. The lawsuit, Joel Lovell v. Remington Arms Company LLC et al., was filed late last year in Madison County district court. The lawsuit alleged that Remington Model 700 rifles include a dangerous and defective Walker Fire Control System that can cause the weapons to fire without a trigger pull. According to the claims, the Model 700 can fire upon release of the safety, when the main bolt is moved, or when the gun is jarred or bumped. It is estimated that more than 5 million U.S. residents own Remington Model 700 rifles with the Walker Fire Control System. |
Sportsmen's Act up for senate vote
The National Shooting Sports Foundation is asking all firearms owners, hunters and sportsmen to immediately call their U.S. Senators and urge them to vote "yes" on Senate Amendment 2232 - the Sportsmen's Act. Sponsored by Sens. Jon Tester (D-Mont.) and John Thune (R-S.D.), the bipartisan senate co-chairs of the Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus, and filed as an amendment to the 2012 Farm Bill (S.3240), the Sportsmen's Act is the most important single piece of pro-sportsmen legislation in a generation. This historic legislation includes the firearms industry's top legislative priority, the Hunting, Fishing and Recreational Shooting Protection Act (S.838), which would clarify that ammunition is excluded from regulation by the Environmental Protection Agency under the Toxic Substances Control Act. A ban on traditional ammunition made with lead components that would devastate hunting and shooting sports participation, drive up ammunition prices on average by almost 200 percent and dry up conservation funding. This historic, bipartisan legislation is strongly supported by the NSSF and over 40 leading sportsmen and conservation groups like the NRA, Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, Duck Unlimited, U.S. Sportsmen's Alliance and the Boone and Crockett Club. |
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Winchester honored for contributions
to Armed Forces
The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) presents the Ambrose Award periodically when a manufacturer delivers superior products that meet required operational capabilities and support a high level of force readiness in the conduct of war fighting activities or homeland defense. According to Steve Faintich, NDIA Small Arms Executive Board secretary, the Ambrose Award is not an annual award but rather it is presented only when an extraordinary circumstance prevails "At Winchester Ammunition, we take great pride in the products we provide the United States Armed Forces and we're honored to receive this award," said Tom O'Keefe, Winchester Ammunition president. "We have a long and storied history of supporting our military and will continue to manufacture high quality ammunition that our troops can count on." Criteria used to determine recipients of the Ambrose Award include: A track record of continual demonstration of emerging technologies; The development of products and systems; The establishment of enhanced production capabilities; and The integration of innovative weapons systems and supporting products and services required by the U.S. Department of Defense and Allied countries. |
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ISRA Rifle Range to Hold 10th Annual Open House
The Illinois State Rifle Association will be holding its 10th annual open house on Saturday, June 23, 2012, at the ISRA Rifle Range near Bonfield, IL. The gates open at 10:00 a.m. with a 4:00 p.m. wrap up. The very popular event is open to the public free of charge and will feature a variety of activities including static displays of vintage military vehicles and reenactments from WWII, Vietnam, and the French & Indian Wars. Lunch will be available in the pavilion. One of the most popular features is the presence of top firearm manufacturers on hand to answer questions about all the latest firearm models that they will have on display. Attendees who hold valid Illinois FOID cards will have the opportunity to test fire many of the display firearms. There is a nominal fee for ammunition. Eye and hearing protection is provided free of charge. Attendance at an on-site range safety meeting is required for all persons wishing to test fire demonstrator firearms. No personal firearms will be allowed on site. The range is located at 1589 N 7000W (Warner Bridge Road), Bonfield, Illinois.
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