Category: Industry News

Ruger Introduces New SR1911

Ruger Introduces New SR1911

The Target Model has cool new features.

Yesterday, Ruger announced the new Target Model SR1911. The new design of this pistol introduces a classic look with modern advancements. The Target Model differs from the Standard Model in a few ways. The Standard has hardwood grip panels while the Target has a deluxe checkered…
Posted 7 years ago
By Reed Gilchrist
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Beretta 490 Serpentina

Beretta Unveils New Serpentina Shotgun

Company marks 490th anniversary in New York City

On December 2, 2016, Beretta marked its 490th anniversary by unveiling a one-of-a-kind shotgun in New York City. The company's official anniversary s October 3, but numerous special events have taken place since then. The 490 Serpentina was commissioned and made for the occasion. It was presented…
Posted 7 years ago
By Reed Gilchrist
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New Gun Range On Tap for Wisconsin

New Gun Range On Tap for Wisconsin

Larger facility and indoor range and classroom.

The Walworth County Sheriff's Department in Wisconsin is getting a new facility with an indoor shooting range and classrooms. The Gazette Xtra in Walworth County reports that the new facility will open in early 2017. The old facility has been closed since 2015 due to disrepair.…
Posted 7 years ago
By Reed Gilchrist
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Can the Mentally Ill Buy Guns Now?

Black Friday Biggest Day of the Year for Gun Sales

Big discounts push gun shopping.

Multiple news outlets, such as CNN and Independent Journal Review, report that from New York to Jacksonville, Florida, Black Friday was the biggest shopping day for guns seen yet this year. Steep discounts of up to 75% were pushing people to buy guns. An interesting result…
Posted 7 years ago
By Reed Gilchrist
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German Gun Manufacturer to Release New Smart Gun Model

German Gun Manufacturer to Release New Smart Gun

Fingerprint reader authorizes shooter.

I know what you're going to say! Every time this website reports on smart gun technology we hear from all of you about what a stupid idea it is. And this time won't be any different I'm sure. But hey, I just report the news!…
Posted 7 years ago
By Reed Gilchrist
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Collectible Rifle Designed for Nebraska’s 150th Birthday

$3195 for a Henry Big Boy .45 caliber colt rifle

As the state of Nebraska prepares to celebrate its 150th birthday next year in March, they're already planning a full slate of special events. One of those markers of the historic day is a collectible rifle that is already on sale. Only 150 of the Henry Big…
Posted 7 years ago
By Reed Gilchrist
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