July/August 2023
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Elite Tactical Systems (ETS) provides innovative products by utilizing cutting-edge design, materials, and manufacturing processes.

News Briefs
CSG Completes Acquisition of The Kinetic Group
For the past 18 months, The Kinetic Group, the American owner of such iconic ammo brands as Federal, CCI, and Remington, has been dragged along in a tidal wave of publicity created when The Czechoslovak Group (CSG) set out to buy the company.Riton Introduces New Warranty Policy
Riton Optics is now offering peace of mind for dealers and users alike with the conversion of The Riton Promise Warranty to a fully transferable unlimited lifetime warranty.Meprolight’s New Mepro M22 Pro
The Mepro M22 PRO features a factory-installed light module that eliminates reticle washout and enhances low-light performance.The Big Difference: Accuracy begins with the barrel.
Bergara knew that to succeed with the B-14 line it was going to be important to deliver quality that wasn’t previously produced at that price point.Firearm Industry Inducts Three Standouts into NSSF Hall of Fame
NSSF, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, honored three new inductees—Robert Delfay, Richard Hammett, and Arthur Wheaton—to its Hall of Fame at the 2025 SHOT Show.Jeff Reh Receives the NSSF Ken Sedlecky Lifetime Achievement Award
NSSF, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, has presented its highest honor—the Ken Sedlecky Lifetime Achievement Award—to Jeff Reh, who served for four decades at Beretta USA Corp.Pelican Launches New Travel Gear
The new Pelican TRVL Collection, launched at SHOT Show 2025, consists of two standout product families: Pelican ATX and Pelican Aegis.Muck Boot Rolls Out Three New Models
The Original Muck Boot Company is partnering with Bone Collector in a boot collection made by hunters, for hunters.
Columns
Editor’s Note — Personal Protection
Many new gun owners are women who are interested in small concealable personal protection firearms. Micro-compact pistols are a great option here.Five Minutes With… John Nosler, President, Nosler, Inc.
President of Nosler, Inc., since 2018, John Nosler is the third generation of his family to lead this iconic manufacturer of ammo, brass, and, most recently, semi-custom rifles.FYI — New Direction
A strategic pivot by Riton intends to give retailers the toolsthey need to efficiently sell its products.
Departments
ALPS OutdoorZ Turkey Tracker
The Turkey Tracker modular pack system is built for run-and-gun gobbler hunters who demand ready access to essential gear in a lightweight, fully supported system.MTM Case-Gard SC3 Suppressor Case
Molded from high-impact polypropylene, MTM’s Suppressor Case features a comfortable, ergonomic handle for easy carrying.