Archive for NRA Staff

Benelli Supersizes the Vinci

Benelli has supersized the Vinci with the Super Vinci.

January 18, 2011

Stoeger Brings Out the X20 Suppressor Airgun

Stoeger introduces an extremely quiet airgun in the X20 Suppressor.

January 18, 2011

John Zent Wins 2010 Outdoor Writer of the Year

Editorial Director for NRA Publications awarded prestigious honor by Carl Zeiss Sports Optics

January 17, 2011

John Zent Named Zeiss Outdoor Writer of the Year

Editorial Director of NRA Publications John Zent was awarded the prestigious honor by Carl Zeiss Sports Optics for his years of service to shooting and hunting.

January 17, 2011

Barrett Announces MRAD Long-Range Rifle

New long-range rifle features an interchangable barrel system that requires removing only two screws to change calibers.

January 14, 2011

A Guide to the SHOT Show

NRA Publications editors and staff will be part of the thousands of media members (1,804 attended last year) that will descend on Las Vegas, Nev., next week for the world’s  premier exposition of combined firearms, ammunition, archery, cutlery, outdoor apparel, optics, camping and related products and services. They call it SHOT Show.

Here are the dates and times:

January 13, 2011

Hemingway's Beretta

It’s believed Hemingway owned a Beretta shotgun, though documentation is limited.

January 13, 2011

The M1911: The Greatest Pistol in the World

When the Colt 1911 was adopted by the U.S. military for combat use, the precursor to American Rifleman dubbed it The Greatest Pistol in the World.

January 12, 2011

Viridian Announces X5L Laser

New X5L green laser is up to 50 times brighter than conventional red lasers.

January 12, 2011

Crimson Trace Announces Lightguard Platform

Crimson Trace Corp.’s new Lightguard provides a 100-lumen white light, activated when a user grips the handgun.

January 11, 2011

Casting Call for Third Season of "Top Shot"

After the success of the first season and having just closed filming of the second, the History Channel has announced an open casting call for Top Shot 3.

January 07, 2011

Straight from SHOT 2011

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The Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show and Conference (SHOT Show) is the largest and most comprehensive trade show for all professionals involved with the shooting sports and hunting industries. It is the world's premier exposition of combined firearms, ammunition, archery, cutlery, outdoor apparel, optics, camping and related products and services. The SHOT Show attracts buyers from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. In short, it's a gun lovers' dream. Every brand is represented, and every type of firearm is on display.

January 05, 2011

BATFE Requests Authority to Track Semi-Auto Rifles

BATFE has proposed being given authority to track semi-auto rifle sales of firearms dealers along the border with Mexico.

January 05, 2011

Crimson Trace Launches Laser Sight for Ruger LC9

Crimson Trace LG-412 Laserguard is designed for Ruger's newest compact pistol, the LC9.

January 05, 2011

Ruger Introduces the LC9

Ruger has responded to the voice of consumers with the LC9.

January 04, 2011