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Browning X-Bolt Wins 2009 Rifle of the Year From American Rifleman

Browning X-Bolt Wins 2009 Rifle of the Year From American Rifleman

Morgan, Utah - -(AmmoLand.com)- Browning is honored to announce that the X-Bolt bolt-action rifle has been selected as the 2009 NRA Publications Golden Bullseye award winner from American Rifleman for Rifle of the Year.

“The Golden Bullseye Awards are an acknowledgement of the finest products available in the shooting sports, and are voted on by a seven-member committed consisting of editors, art staff and veteran publications staff, representing more than a century of collective experience in the firearm industry” as stated by Executive Director of NRA Publications, Joe H. Graham.

“The Golden Bullseye Award honors our winners for bringing to market products remarkable in their utility to shooters and hunters,” said Graham in their official press release announcing the winners.  “The award, now in its seventh year, has become a symbol of excellence and innovation in firearms, accessories and related equipment”.

The X-Bolt was introduced a year ago and has been the subject of significant testing by members of the NRA Publications staff during the past year.  Rifles in the running for the award presented notable competition which adds greatly to the significance of the award.

The Browning X-Bolt’s most notable features include the Feather™ Trigger that is screw adjustable, provides a clean, crisp pull with no take-up or creep and minimal overtravel.  Browning’s ultra soft Inflex Technology Recoil Pad is standard on every X-Bolt rifle.  Other features found on Browning’s  X-Bolt rifle include a detachable rotary magazine, short 60º bolt lift, unique bolt unlock button and X-Lock™ Scope Mounting System.

For more information on the X-Bolt and all of Browning’s innovative products visit www.browning.com.

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Alli Armstrong Named 2009 NSSP Female Student of the Year

National Scholastic Sportsman Program

Metropolis, Illinois – -(OutdoorWire.com)- Alli Armstrong of Elizabethtown, Illinois was awarded the 2009 NSSP Female Student of the Year by the National Scholastic Sportsman Program.

Eleven year old Alli received the award on Saturday, February 21, during the National Scholastic Sportsman Program (NSSP) 3rd annual Convention and Summit Awards banquet at Harrah’s Hotel and Convention Center in Metropolis, Illinois. NSSP members and pro staff attended the event along with their parents, advisors, and other guests.

In her acceptance speech Alli expressed her appreciation to her parents, and to “organizations like the NSSP and NRA for promoting youth hunting and most of all to God for all He has created.” Alli also said, “I hope all kids get the chance to hunt like I have.” Alli was also nominated for Pro Staffer of the Year and Best Video of the Year for her family friendly video titled Armstrong’s Outdoors. This was Alli’s first year in NSSP and she is one their youngest pro staff members. She is also the daughter of Susan Armstrong, a member of SHE Outdoor Apparel’s Field Staff.

NSSP membership is open to middle and high school students throughout the nation. The goal of NSSP is to provide a positive outlet for students who love the great outdoors or to cultivate an interest in those who haven’t been exposed to that lifestyle. The cost to join is $15.00 annually for students; members must take an active role to keep their standing in the program.

Several awards were given including Pro Staffer of the Year, Archer of the Year, Fisherman of the Year, Waterfowler of the Year, Video of the Year, Officer of the Year, Male Student of the Year and Female Student of the Year. For more information visit www.nsspoutdoors.com.

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