July/August 2024
From the Cover
Magazines are a common failure point, and factory designs can struggle to perform as needed—especially in high round-count scenarios. Elite Tactical Systems (ETS) strives to change that by designing and manufacturing high-quality, durable magazines capable of consistent feeding and impressive longevity.
News Briefs
Leupold Unveils RX-5000 Laser Rangefinder
The RX-5000 TBR/W is the rangefinder for the modern hunter. It delivers an incredible 5,000-yard ranging distance and is packed with other new features.Hodgdon Powder Company Acquires RCBS Reloading
Hodgdon Powder Company has acquired RCBS Reloading from Revelyst, a segment of Vista Outdoor. Hodgdon will add the RCBS facility in Oroville, California, to its company-owned facilities in Kansas and Montana.Springfield Armory Releases New Model 2020 Rimfire Target Color Options
Two new color options—Coyote with black webbing and OD Green with black webbing—now available for the popular Model 2020 Rimfire Target family of .22 LR bolt-action rifles.Anderson Manufacturing Appoints New CEO
Anderson Manufacturing has appointed industry veteran Jeff Stawiarski as its new chief executive officer. The strategic move reinforces Anderson Manufacturing’s commitment to innovation and growth.Federal Ammunition Adds to HOA Shotgun Line
Federal Ammunition has added 15 new sub-gauge product options to its popular Federal Premium High Over All (HOA) product lineup.Smith & Wesson Introduces M327 WR Revolver
Designed in partnership with professional shooter and S&W brand ambassador, Jerry Miculek, the Model 327 WR boasts features that embody speed and accuracy.Falco Holsters Debuts Rotating Shoulder Holsters
Falco Holsters recently revealed a new collection of shoulder holsters designed to enhance concealed carry experiences.The Return of the REC7 DI Rifle
First introduced in 2016, the REC7 DI rifle is now returning to the market following a temporary production hold due to the MK 22 contract.Buck Knives Celebrates Grand Re-Opening of Factory Store
Buck Knives recently celebrated the grand re-opening of its factory store at the company’s manufacturing facility and headquarters in Post Falls, Idaho.
Columns
FYI — eWool Heating Up
While many of us in the U.S. think we know cold, the cold Alain Desmeules, Founder and CEO of the premium heated garment company eWool, grew up in a different kind of frigid.Five Minutes With… Stephen Bindon, President and CEO, Trijicon
Stephen Bindon has been with Trijicon since the beginning, helping his father, Glyn Bindon, build some of the earliest products the company brought to market.Editor’s Note — Passing It On
Passing it on. Those three simple words lay at the heart of the shooting sports. Mentoring new shooters helps grow the sport.
Departments
The Simple Truth – Under Wing
Mentoring a new shooter or hunter is a key part of the long-term health of the shooting sports.
What’s Selling Where July/August 2024
All across the U.S -- Wisconsin to Florida; Vermont to New Mexico. See which guns, ammo and accessories are hot at retailers in each territory across the country.
