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SHOT Show 2013: RAM Trucks

RAM has long been known for being a supporter of the shooting and hunting sports, and now the company is offering customers a great option for safely transporting guns and gear to the field with the RAM Box. RAM showed off its line on the SHOT Show 2013 floor. To get a look at the trucks—and the powerful engines that keep them going—watch the video below or check out AmericanHunter.org/OpeningDay.

January 24, 2013

Leica's New Geovid HD-B Rangefinding Binocular

Leica introduced the revolutionary Geovid HD-B Laser Rangefinding Binocular at SHOT Show 2013. The binoculars use the Perger Porro prism system, an updated ergonomic bridge construction, and a laser rangefinder with a multifunction ballistic computer to deliver high-quality optical performance. It's extremely simple to upload the ballistic information to the microSD memory card, made even easier by accessing the internal database of the card that contains practically all standard caliber ammunition's ballistic curves.

January 24, 2013

FAB Defense Collapsible Stock With Magazine Well

The Mako Group's FAB Defense brought its new magazine-carrying collapsible rifle buttstock to SHOT Show 2013, with a new innovation or two. The buttstock, called the GL-MAG M4/AR-15 Survival Stock, can carry any capacity AR-15 magazine in 5.56 or .223. The magazine is held securely in the stock by the same mechanics that secure a magazine to the rifle's firing system. The stock has a quick-release button that places the magazine in hand instantly, ready for loading. The buttstock ships with a 10-round polymer magazine.

January 24, 2013

Steyr Mannlicher Duett

Steyr has added a classic design to its line with its the new Duett. A shotgun/rifle combination gun, the Duett features a 12 ga. upper barrel and a lower barrel chambered in .308. A slim stock, long engraved side plates, gold plated triggers and Steyr Mannlicher target logo on the pistol grip cap are among the visual features of the Duett's design. Different engraving options and wood combinations are available. To learn more about the Duett and other firearms offered by the company, visit SteyrArms.com.

January 23, 2013

Leupold Releases New BX-4 McKinley HD Binocular

Leupold released the BX-4 McKinley HD at SHOT Show 2013. The HD gives you a bright, sharp image, and with flat lenses these binoculars give you a full flat view across the entire visual field. This optic has extended twilight lens coatings for great low-light visibility, and comes in 8x42 and 10x42.

January 23, 2013

Leupold Extends the VX6 Scope Line

Leupold unveils the latest addition to its VX6 line. The VX6 is now offered in 3-18x44 mm and 3-18x50 mm. One of the scopes is illuminated, the other is not, and all of the scopes come with a side-focus dial. The VX6's also include extended twilight lens coatings and scratch resistant lenses. Every scope comes with free CDS through the custom shop. Taking all of the ballistic data, one simply calls the shop and they will run you a dial in 50 yard increments out to about 800 yards.

January 23, 2013

Bad Boy Buggies' New 2013 Recoil iS

Bad Boy Buggies—which manufactures its entire line right here in the United States—has introduced its new 2013 Recoil iS 4-wheeler. This vehicle is fully electric, and offers four-wheel drive. It has a 72-volt AC drive technology electrical system powering it, giving you extended range. On average it gets 40 miles between each charge on any terrain. The Recoil iS is extremely energy efficient, and gives consistent performance. The iS features four-wheel independent suspension, 1 3/4 struts for more robustness, and the ability to clamp on after-market accessories. It also comes with seat belts and side-safety nets.

January 23, 2013

Kahr CW380

Kahr Arms has introduced the latest addition to its award winning line of double-action only micro-compact pistols: the CW380. Chambered for the .380 ACP caliber and just shy of five inches in length, the CW380 is an ideal conceal carry size firearm. It features a black polymer frame, matte stainless slide and textured polymer grips. The black polymer frame features 4140 steel inserts molded into the frame i the front and back for added rigidity and strength.

January 23, 2013

.300 BLK Cleaning System from Otis

The new 300 BLK Cleaning System was specifically created by Otis to clean rifles chambered in the increasingly popular .300 AAC Blackout. .300 Blackout and .300 Whisper cartridges for the AR-platform are flying off of shelves, but they can also be some of the dirtiest rounds in the industry. Otis saw that, and the .300 BLK kit was born.

January 23, 2013

Tactical Pink Cleaning System from Otis

This year—for the first time—the Otis tactical cleaning system is being offered in pink, in the hopes of engaging more female shooters. Just like the original, this new cleaning system contains the brushes needed to clean .22, .270, .30, .38, .45 cal. rifles/pistols and 12/10 ga. shotguns. The patch cleans all .17-.50 cal. rifles/pistols, .410 – 12/10 ga. shotguns and all in-line muzzleloaders. The Cleaning System includes  8", 30" and 34" Memory-Flex Cables for effective and correct Breech-to-Muzzle cleaning, six firearm-specific bronze bore brushes, a lightweight soft pack case with belt loop for convenient carrying and more.

January 23, 2013

FoodSaver's GameSaver Silver and Bronze

FoodSaver is releasing its newest products with the GameSaver Silver and Bronze. The GameSaver Silver G500 seals your game or fish, in the field or at home. The 15-foot, 12-volt adaptor cord and 6-foot power cord make the Silver G500 perfect for when your in the car, or on a boat. The GameSaver Bronze G300 sealing system comes in a Mossy Oak Break-Up Infinity camo pattern, and is convenient to store. These machines keep food fresh five times longer than traditional storage methods.

January 23, 2013

FoodSaver's New Storage Bags

FoodSaver has introduced four new specialty sealing bags for 2013: the Heavy Duty Heat-Seal Rolls, DAM Bags, Expandable Pleated Heat-Seal Rolls and the Portion Heat Seal Rolls. Heavy Duty Heat-Seal rolls are designed specifically for vacuum sealing various sizes of fish and game. These bags block air 40 percent better, are 30 percent stronger, and have twice the puncture resistance of a standard bag.

January 23, 2013

Weatherby's Mark V Accumark RC

Weatherby has introduced its new Mark V Accumark RC for 2013. It's a new edition the Mark V line. The Range Certified program guarantees accuracy. The rifles are tested at Weatherby's indoor range using the Oehler Research 83 Ballistic Imaging System. The rifles are then cleaned and packed. Each customer also receives a target from the factory that has all the tested ballistic information, which is signed by Ed Weatherby.

January 23, 2013

Winchester Marine Defender

Winchester rolled out a couple additions to its SXP line at SHOT Show 2013, and the new Marine Defender was among them. Though it was conceived with harsh maritime environments in mind, the Marine Defender should appeal to anyone that's looking for a self-defense shotgun for their home. The gun includes a removable TRUGLO fiber-optic sight, a hard-chromed chamber and a matte-chromed barrel and magazine tube. The barrel is threaded to accept the Invector-Plus choke tube system and arrives with a cylinder bore choke installed.

January 23, 2013

Browning 725 Citori Field

For clays or birds, the 725 Citori Field over-under will provide satisfaction for years.

January 23, 2013