Big Green Targets Air Gun Target

Big Green Targets

Lamar, MO –-(Ammoland.com)- Big Green Targets, the leading manufacturer of archery targets made from 100% recycled materials unveils the new Air Gun Target that combines the superior quality of their archery target design into a fun filled backyard plinking tool.

The 100% recycled material target features four sided shooting with full color all weather target faces, including one small game and varmint target and three point value targets for a variety of shooting distances.

The combination of the recycled foam outer core with a dense recycled fabric inner core creates a target that is capable of stopping pellets and BBs shot at over 1750 fps. The unique design of foam outer core with fabric inner core traps the BBs and pellets so there is no worry about ricocheted projectiles.

The long lasting Air Gun target is 12” x 12” x 12” and will literally take thousands of shots.

The Big Green Air Gun target is a perfect target to teach your family marksmanship and correct gun handling, training that neatly carries over to firearms use. The modern precision of today’s air gun offers sporting enjoyment that can be relaxing , a way to wind down, or a fun competitive challenge.

Air Gun Target Specs:

• Measures a full 12 inches tall by 12 inches wide and 12 inches deep (12 x 12 x 12)
• Air gun Rated to 1750 FPS
• Weighs approximately 10 pounds
• Suggested Retail $29.99

About Big Green Targets
Big Green Targets, a division of Poly-Green Foam, LLC is the premier supplier of recycled foam archery targets. For more information on Big Green Targets or the products they offer call (888) 390-5548 or visit www.biggreentargets.com.

FORT BENNING, Ga. -- Cpl. Matt Rawlings, U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, competes in the first of two U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Air Gun Dec. 3 at the Civilian Marksmanship Program's South Facility in Anniston, Al. Rawlings currently is positioned in first place after two days of competition. The final two days will take place in February, where the top two shooters will earn positions on the U.S. Olympic team. (Photo by Michael Molinaro, USAMU PAO)

United States Army Marksmanship Unit

FORT BENNING, Ga. --(Ammoland.com)- A Soldier from the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit put himself in solid position to fulfill his Olympic dream after the first of two U.S. Olympic Team Trial matches for Air Gun.

Cpl. Matt Rawlings left the Civilian Marksmanship Program’s South facility in Anniston, Al. Dec. 4 in first place in Men’s Air Rifle after posting a two-day combined score of 1297.2. The current National Champion’s hard work and determination was on full display at the trials.

“Going into the trials I was prepared and confident,” Rawlings said. “I expected to do well and have some success. One of the most important things I have learned is that there will always be another day and if you make a match bigger than it is you can easily become overwhelmed.”

Rawlings recently won a gold medal at the Pan American Games in Air Rifle and is peaking at the right time. There’s a natural correlation between soldiering duties and athletic success as both require self-determination, physical discipline and mental agility to succeed. Rawlings said his duties with the unit and the upcoming holidays will take him off the gun for a few weeks but is focused on the task at hand.

“Being in the Army has helped me gain confidence in myself to do anything I set out to accomplish,” Rawlings said. “The best thing I could have done for my shooting is join this great unit. Every day I train, I know that I will be shooting among the best in the nation and the world.”

Fellow USAMU Soldiers Cpt. Christopher Abalo and Staff Sgt. Henry Gray also competed in the match and are vying for Olympic team slots. Abalo is currently in fifth place and Gray stands at 11th after the first leg. The top two shooters at the completion of the second leg will earn a spot on the Olympic team.

The second and final part of the air gun trials will be Feb. 24-26 at the CMPs North facility at Camp Perry, Ohio.

FORT BENNING, Ga. -- Cpl. Matt Rawlings, U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, stares down a target Dec. 3 at the Civilian Marksmanship Program's South Facility in Anniston, Al. Rawlings was competing in the first of two U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Air Gun and came out in first place after two days of competition. The final two days will take place in February, where Rawlings could cement his position on the U.S. Olympic team. (Photo by Michael Molinaro, USAMU PAO)

About USAMU:
The USAMU enhances the Army’s recruiting effort, raises the standard of the Army’s marksmanship proficiency, and supports the Army’s small arms research and development initiatives in order to raise the Army’s overall combat readiness. For more information on the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, contact the Public Affairs Office at (706) 545-5436, Michael.Molinaro@usaac.army.mil or www.USAMU.com.

USA Shooting

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. --(Ammoland.com)- The leaders have emerged from the first part of the U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Airgun at the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) South Marksmanship Center in Anniston, Ala.

The scores from the first part will be combined with those of the second part, which will be held the CMP’s North Marksmanship Center in Camp Perry, Ohio from Feb. 23-26. Olympic Team selection will be based on the aggregate of four courses of fire and two best finals.

Sergeant First Class Daryl Szarenski (Seale, Ala.) broke a USA Shooting (USAS) National Record in Men’s 10m Air Pistol qualification. Szarenski shot an impressive 590 out of a possible 600 match points in the first day of qualification.

The former record, 589 points set by Reuben Hafter, has been in place since 1990. Szarenski continued to excel with the highest final of 101.8 points in the first match day for another new national record (with finals) of 691.8 total points. After two days of shooting, he leads the field by over 18 points with an aggregate score of 1275.8 points. Jason Turner (Rochester, N.Y.) finished with 1257.5 points (including his best final of 100.5 points). Will Brown (Twins Falls, Ida.) is tailing Turner by just six-tenths of a point at 1256.9 points.

In Men’s 10m Air Rifle, Corporal Matt Rawlings (Wharton, Texas) of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit (USAMU) fired 595 match points in the second day for an aggregate total of 1297.2 points. Matt Emmons (Browns Mills, N.J.) is less than two points behind with 596 match points for 1295.6 points overall. Jonathan Hall (Carrollton, Ga.) is keeping chase with 1293.3 aggregate points.

Sarah Scherer (Woburn, Mass.) and Emily Caruso (Fairfield, Conn.) are deadlocked at 898 aggregate points in Women’s 10m Air Rifle. Oddly enough in a game of tenths, both scored a best final of 104 points. Jamie Gray (Lebanon, Pa.) is in third place with 896.2 aggregate points. Gray fired 397 points the second match day to stay in the race at only 1.8 points behind.

In Women’s 10m Air Pistol, Sandra Uptagrafft (Phenix City, Ala.) is ahead of the competition with 859.5 aggregate points, nearly twenty points ahead of the competition. Darian Shenk (Annville, Pa.) is in the second position with 839.6 aggregate points. Kylie Gagnon (Bozeman, Mont.) jumped up a few places for an aggregate of 836.2 points.

USA Shooting would like to thank the CMP South for the use of their facilities and our tireless volunteers for another successful event. The athletes will continue their quest for a spot on the U.S. Olympic Team at the second part of the U.S Olympic Trials in Camp Perry, Ohio, Feb. 23-26. Until then, follow your favorite athletes as they chase their Olympic dreams with updates on USA Shooting’s Facebook page and website. For final results, please visit the CMP website.

Spectators are welcome to attend and cheer on future Olympians. For live results and more information on the CMP South Marksmanship Center, please visit the CMP website. For updates and daily recaps, please visit www.usashooting.org.

About USA Shooting:
USA Shooting, a 501c3 non-profit corporation, was chartered by the United States Olympic Committee as the National Governing Body for the sport of shooting in April 1995. USA Shooting’s mission is to prepare American athletes to win Olympic medals, promote the shooting sports throughout the U.S. and govern the conduct of international shooting in the country. Check us out on the web at www.usashooting.org and on Twitter at twitter.com/USAShooting.

Crosman M417 Pneumatic Air Rifle

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Crosman Corporation, long known for innovation and quality in products for the shooting sports, has introduced the new M417 pneumatic air rifle that shoots both pellets and BBs.

The M417 is a .177 caliber multi-pump air rifle, assembled in the USA.

According to Tom Clark, Crosman domestic product manager, “The new Crosman M417 courts a new generation of shooters by offering them an affordable air rifle that reflects the classic, tactical styling they’re looking for, and even better, this gun is just plain cool. The popularity of this platform is rapidly becoming the choice of hunters, target shooters, plinkers and practicing marksman. What better way to introduce people to the shooting sports?” Clark asks.

“The M417 has an impressive look and feel, and is inexpensive to shoot. You’ll be surprised at what a great time you have shooting it. Once it’s all tricked-out with your favorite accessories, you’ll be ready to ‘take it outside’ and shoot up your favorite targets. Or for family fun, get two rifles and have a plinking competition with Grandpa… or Grandma for that matter,” he said.

“The M417 is loaded with features that make it rugged, convenient and provide realism,” Clark said. “And adding even more appeal to the tough exterior of the M417 is the textured polymer stock, forearm and receiver. The variable pump action is easy to use for right or left-handers, and the adjustable shoulder stock benefits shooters of all sizes,” he commented.

The M417 comes equipped with a windage adjustable, dual aperture (2-position), flip rear sight, and an elevation adjustable front sight.

“The sights are easily removed to allow for a scope, red dot, flashlight, or even a laser,” said Clark. For added convenience, a sight adjustment tool and Firepow’r pellet clip are stored in the magazine for easy access. “The same Firepow’r 5-shot pellet clips used with the Pumpmaster 760, and Recruit air rifles are included with the M417 and are available as an accessory, so you can load more before you go,” said Clark.

The BB reservoir is located on the side of the receiver and holds up to 350 BBs. An 18-shot internal track feeds BBs into the action.

Using pellets, the precision, rifled steel barrel consistently delivers accurate groups. The M417 offers velocities of up to 660 feet per second (fps) with BBs and 625 fps with 7.9 grain, .177 caliber pellets.

“The multiple pump action allows shooters to vary the velocity that suits their individual abilities, meaning you have the option to shoot farther and hit harder,” Clark stated.

The M417 carries an MSRP of $119.00 and is available at retail now. Crosman Corporation will exhibit its entire product line at the SHOT Show 2012 in Las Vegas from January 17-20. Visit booth number 13940.

For additional information on the Crosman M417, or on any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors, Crosman Archery, or Game Face Airsoft products, visit the company’s Web sites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com.

For up-to-the-minute news from Crosman Corporation, follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/crosmancorp) and Facebook (http://facebook.com/crosmancorp).

Rochester, N.Y.-based Crosman Corporation is an international designer, manufacturer and marketer of Crosman and Benjamin airguns, Crosman Archery products, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics products, and Game Face™ Airsoft products. Crosman is the exclusive worldwide licensee for Remington, Bushmaster and Marlin airguns, and airsoft and Marines Airsoft products. The company is privately held.

California Anti-Airgun Bill Defeated

U.S. Sportsmen's Alliance

Columbus, OH --(Ammoland.com)- California’s Senate Bill 798, sponsored by Sen. Kevin De Leon (D- Los Angeles), failed to make it out of the Assembly Committee on Public Safety and it has been defeated.

The bill, which would have threatened many sportsmen who use airguns, was changed a number of times throughout California’s legislative session.

Originally, the bill would have banned the sale of airguns, including BB and pellet guns used by sportsmen, unless the entire exterior surface of the gun was predominately colored white or bright red, orange, yellow, green, blue, pink, or purple, or was transparent. Essentially, airguns would have been required to be made to look like “toy” guns.

The most recent version of the bill did away with the “toy” coloring requirement for airguns, and instead would have repealed the state’s preemption law that prohibits local ordinances from regulating most airguns, like BB and pellet guns. Repealing this section of law would have opened the door for local municipalities in the state to set their own regulations or bans.

“If passed, Senate Bill 798 would have allowed each local government to enact its own set of regulations for airguns,” said Jeremy Rine, U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance associate director of state services. “One city could have required airguns to be bright pink while another could have banned them outright. Thankfully, sportsmen can rest a little easier knowing that this ridiculous idea has been put to rest for this session.”

About:
The U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance is a national association of sportsmen and sportsmen’s organizations that protects the rights of hunters, anglers and trappers in the courts, legislatures, at the ballot, in Congress and through public education programs. Visit www.ussportsmen.org.

California Sen. de Leon Tries to Intimidate Airsoft Gun Owners into Giving Up...Will You?

Pyramyd Air

Warrensville Heights, OH – -(Ammoland.com)- SB 798 is alive and well! California SB 798 is still going strong, but representatives in the California State General Assembly are playing games!

Sen. de Leon, author of the bill, heard the overwhelming objections about forcing airsoft, pellet and BB guns to be either clear or brightly colored and changed SB 798.

He’s rewritten the bill and is leaving it up to individual cities and counties to make laws similar (or more restrictive) than his original bill proposed. SB 798 has become a permission slip for any county or city to force all airsoft, BB and pellet guns in an area to be clear or brightly colored.

Now you’re legal. Now you’re not. Now you are. Now you’re not…. If SB 798 passes, you won’t have a clue when your airsoft, BB or pellet guns are legal.

Let’s say you live in a county where your black guns are legal. You pack them up to go some place else to shoot. If you pass through a city or county where the law says your black guns are illegal, you’re breaking the law! If you get stopped by a cop for any reason, you’ll be in trouble for having a black gun.

The really scary part is that you’ll NEVER know when your guns are legal and when they’re not. No one can keep up with all the laws being passed in every county and city. By the way, that’s the WHOLE POINT of SB 798!

You KNOW where this is going! The only reason Sen. de Leon changed the bill is to make it extremely difficult for shooters like you to have black guns. He’s betting you’ll just give up your guns due to the confusion of a patchwork of laws that could quickly change.

This comes down to one thing: intimidation. Sen. de Leon wants you to be so scared that you’ll give up your guns and start chasing butterflies…or anything else that doesn’t involve shooting.

A quick refresher on SB 798 SB 798 was originally proposed because of an unfortunate incident involving a young airsoft shooter who was shot by a police officer because the boy refused to drop his airsoft gun when confronted by the officer. It was nighttime, and the youth made a move with his gun instead of dropping it. In self-defense, the officer shot the boy.

It was a bad situation caused by the mistaken judgement of a child.

Where will you buy your guns? If your city or county decides they won’t allow black guns, where will you buy your guns? Small, local stores that now cater to your needs will just fold up and go away. They’ll move to another county or city where black guns are allowed. Don’t think for a minute that manufacturers are going to start making all their guns with clear or brightly colored bodies to suit your city or county! That would be extremely expensive to accommodate just a few shooters in a few areas.

What about online stores? That’s a dead-end, too. They regularly search for new laws to be sure they’re complying legally. If your ZIP Code says you’re in a city or county that doesn’t allow black guns, no one will ship one to you because the mail order dealer could be sued by the city or county whose laws have been violated.

Got a black gun? You could be fined & your guns confiscated. Or worse. If you don’t stop SB 798, California cities and counties can start passing bills that make your black guns illegal. You could be fined and have your guns confiscated…or worse. You won’t know when you’re legal and when you’re not until some cop stops you and tells you that you’re breaking the law.

Look at your collection. Want it to disappear? It might UNLESS you ACT NOW!

Bottom line: STOP SB 798 from passing or find another hobby.

Don’t live in CA? You’re not off the hook! Don’t live in California? Sign our petition to show your support. If SB 798 passes, the movement to restrict black gun ownership could gain momentum. Your city, county or state could be next. Don’t be caught saying, “I should have signed that petition.” You’ve got one chance. This is it. Do the right thing!

Here’s how: 1. Click here to download a letter that you can send to Senator de Leon and your own California representatives about SB 798. 2. Fill out this form, and we’ll send a petition on your behalf to every member of the California State Assembly.

If this bill passes, your black airsoft guns are history!

Act NOW or lose out forever.

About:
Pyramyd Air sells airsoft guns, accessories and ammo from A&K, Aftermath, Beretta, Bushmaster Airsoft, Caspian, Classic Army, Colt, Crosman, Cybergun, CYMA, DMA, Echo 1 USA Airsoft, Firepower, GameFace, GSG, Heckler & Koch, HFC, ICS, JAG Precision, KJ Works, KSC, Magnum Research, RAM Paintball, Remington, Ruger, SIG Sauer, Smith & Wesson, SRC, Tactical Force, Tanfoglio, Thompson, Tokyo Marui, TSD, UHC, UTG, Walther, WE and Well. Visit: www.pyramydair.com

Crosman Announces Licensing Agreement With United States Marine Corps

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Crosman Corporation, long known for innovation and quality in the shooting sports, today announced a strategic licensing agreement with the U.S. Marine Corps for the design, manufacture, distribution and marketing of U.S. Marine Corps branded airsoft products.

According to Crosman Vice President of Marketing, Roy Stefanko, “Saying that we’re excited about this agreement is an understatement. It is truly an honor to be chosen by the U.S. Marine Corps in facilitating a project of this magnitude. By introducing a complete line of airsoft products branded “Marines Airsoft,” we recognize a strategic business opportunity that will benefit a revered organization, as well as contribute to our continued growth in the airsoft category,” said Stefanko.

“One of our biggest challenges is to find partners who are able to meet our licensing requirements while possessing the ability to market a product we are proud to put our name on,” said Jessica O’Haver, Director of the USMC Trademark and Licensing Office. “We welcome the arrangement with Crosman and believe it provides a great opportunity to complement our licensing efforts,” O’Haver said.

The U.S. Marine Corps engages licensing agreements in order to foster good will, promote a positive USMC public image, and assist with recruiting efforts. “The strategic marketing support Crosman undertakes helps fulfill these goals, and works to enhance the public’s interest in learning more about the Marine Corps,” commented O’Haver.

The new Marines Airsoft product line by Crosman will be distributed throughout the expansive Crosman network. “The breadth of our network will help us achieve significant market penetration and brand awareness,” said Stefanko. “We look forward to working with the U.S. Marine Corps and realizing the full potential of this unique partnership.”

For further information on Marines Airsoft, or any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics, or Game Face Airsoft products, visit the company’s websites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com, www.marinesairsoft.com, or write to Laura Evans, marketing coordinator, Crosman Corporation, 7629 Routes 5 & 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469, email her at levans@crosman.com, or call her at (800) 7–AIRGUN (724-7486).

For up-to-the-minute news from Crosman Corporation, follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/crosmancorp) and Facebook (http://facebook.com/crosmancorp).

Rochester, N.Y.-based Crosman Corporation is an international designer, manufacturer and marketer of Crosman and Benjamin airguns, Crosman Archery products, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics products, and Game Face Airsoft products. Crosman is the exclusive worldwide licensee for Remington, Bushmaster and Marlin airguns and airsoft and Marines Airsoft products. The company is privately held.

Win A Small Game Dream Hunt With Travis "T-Bone" Turner

GAMO Airguns

Fort Lauderdale, Fl --(Ammoland.com)- The Outdoor Channel and Gamo Outdoor USA are co-sponsoring a chance for one lucky winner to receive a “Dream Hunt” of a lifetime with The Bone Collector’s Travis “T-Bone” Turner.

The “Dream Hunt” sweepstakes officially begins on Monday, August 1, and includes a two-day small game hunt using Gamo Adult Airguns and accessories. The hunt will take place in Travis’ hometown of LaGrange, GA, one hour outside of Atlanta.

The sweepstakes is open to anyone who is at least 21 years of age and resides in the continental United States. To enter, participants should visit www.GamoDreamHunt.com and follow the entry form instructions.

The winner, to be selected randomly on September 9, 2011, will receive one round-trip airfare from any major airport in the continental U.S. to Atlanta, GA, in addition to hotel accommodations for two nights, and car service to and from the hunting grounds each day. Meals with Travis are included. A goody bag of Gamo gear will also be included. A complete list of rules is available on www.GamoDreamHunt.com.

The Outdoor Channel will begin airing television spots promoting the sweepstakes through the month of August, along with on-line promotion on www.theoutdoorchannel.com and the network’s social media outlets.

Gamo Outdoor USA is a leading consumer products company that designs, manufactures and markets a diverse portfolio of outdoor sporting goods products under such world class brands as GAMO, BSA Optics, Laser Genetics, Aftermath, Stunt Studios and is the exclusive distributor of BSA Guns. Gamo Outdoor USA products are sold at Cabela’s, Bass Pro Shops, Midway USA, Academy Sports + Outdoor, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Big 5 Sporting Goods, Gander Mountain, Dunham Sports, Mills Fleet, Sports Authority, Scheels, Amazon.com and other fine retail outdoor and sporting goods stores. For more information, visit www.gamooutdoorusa.com; Facebook.com/GamoOutdoorUSA; Twitter.com/GamoOutdoor; and YouTube.com/GamoOutdoor.

Traditions 50 Cal PA Pellet Flintlock

Traditions Performance Firearms

Saybrook, CT --(Ammoland.com)- Traditions Performance Firearms, who are known for their extremely accurate and dependable muzzleloaders, introduces the new PA Pellet Flintlock with Accelerator Breech Plug for its 2011 line-up.

The Traditions PA Pellet is not your typical flintlock. Traditions again steps ahead of the competition by introducing new, modern products that change the muzzleloading world. The PA Pellet is the designed to fire both loose powder and easy to use pellets.

New for 2011, Traditions has added Accelerator Breech Plug to the PA Pellet Flintlock line. This breech plug enables a more consistent ignition and easier cleaning or removing a load. It is removable by hand in just three easy turns.

To its most popular hunting flintlock, Traditions has also added Williams metal fiber optic sights and Soft Touch stocks and forends to all of the camo models which gives you a comfortable, secure grip with or without gloves.

The PA Pellet Flintlock has an improved, stronger flintlock with a larger frizzen face and special hardening treatment for more consistent ignition and better spark.

It also comes equipped with Premium CeraKote finish which is 50 times more corrosion resistant than stainless steel and protects against corrosive black powder, cleaning chemicals, and any weather Mother Nature can throw out.

The PA Pellet Flintlock MSRP ranges from $381 to $469 depending on the model. Traditions continues to modernize muzzleloading and invites you to feel the difference.

For more information on Traditions Performance Firearms and their complete line of products, please contact 1-860-388-4656 or visit their website at www.traditionsfirearms.com

Virginia Citizens Defense League

Covington VA --(Ammoland.com)- The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and Delegate Dave Marsden (D) are all pouting over the pneumatic gun bill that becomes law on July 1st!

The pneumatic gun bill, put in by Senator Roscoe Reynolds (D), passed easily earlier this year, and was signed into law by Governor Bob McDonnell (R). It takes away the power of localities, such as Fairfax, to ban shooting BB and pellet guns on a person’s own property as long as they do so in a safe manner.

As you can imagine, lowly citizens having such power and responsibility is just too much for the poor Fairfax Board of Supervisors to bear! Tyrants simply do NOT give up power easily.

To top it off, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors are such hypocrites. When Reynolds’s bill was being heard in the General Assembly in January, a Fairfax representative assured the committee that Fairfax had no interest in enforcing the ban on shooting air guns in residences. But now that the bill is becoming law, the sky will fall if people start shooting BB guns in their basements.

Sheeesh. Where are the adults when you need one?

Anyway, just to let the General Assembly know how much this new law is hated by the people of Fairfax, the Board of Supervisors is having a special public hearing and they will be forwarding the input to the General Assembly!

Sooooo, they want to hear from the public, do they? I think VCDL can oblige them! Don’t you agree, NoVA gun owners?

The nearing is going to be held on Tuesday, June 21st. More details on time and location will be provided as the event gets closer.

I know that I’m not about to miss this circus! See you there.

Here’s a story on the event: From the Washington Examiner: http://tinyurl.com/3bbj4jb

About:
Virginia Citizens Defense League, Inc. (VCDL). VCDL is an all-volunteer, non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to defending the human rights of all Virginians. The Right to Keep and Bear Arms is a fundamental human right. Visit: www.vcdl.org

California to Ban Airsoft Guns by Color

U.S. Sportsmen's Alliance

Columbus, OH --(Ammoland.com)- Senate Bill 798, sponsored by Sen. Kevin De Leon (D- Los Angeles), would ban the sale of all airguns, including BB and pellet guns used by many sportsmen for small game hunting and target shooting.

Under the bill, these firearms could not be sold unless the entire exterior surface of the gun was predominately colored: white; bright hues of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, pink, or purple; or is transparent. The bill would effectively ban most airguns used by sportsmen as most of these guns rightfully look like other firearms and not “toy” guns.

“Airguns, like BB guns and pellet guns, are real firearms used by sportsmen for hunting and target shooting,” said Jeremy Rine, U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance associate director of state services. “It makes no sense to ban these firearms unless they are colored to look like a child’s water gun or other toy gun that you would buy from the toy isle of a store. If passed, sportsmen would be unable to continue to purchase traditional airguns used for hunting, and law enforcement will be unable to tell the difference between what is a real firearm and what is a toy gun.”

The bill has passed the Senate and is schedule for a public hearing on June 14th before the Assembly Committee on Public Safety. The hearing will take place at 9:00 a.m. in State Capital Room 126. Sportsmen are encouraged to attend the hearing and voice their opposition to the bill.

Assembly Bill 809, introduced by Assemblyman Mike Feuer (D- Los Angeles), would apply the state’s handgun registry requirements to all firearms, including rifles and shotguns commonly used by sportsmen for hunting and recreational shooting.

Gun owners would be required to register all of their firearms and provide personal information that includes their name, address, place of birth, telephone number, and occupation. It would also require gun owners to provide a detailed description of the gun, including serial number. This bill is unnecessary and is an invasion of gun owner rights.

AB 809 has passed out of the Assembly and will head to the Senate.

Take Action! California sportsmen should plan to attend next Tuesday’s public hearing and should call their state assembly person today and ask them to oppose Senate Bill 798.

California sportsmen are also encouraged to call their state senators today and ask them to oppose Assembly Bill 809.

To find your state legislator’s contact information, visit the USSA Legislative Action Center at www.ussportsmen.org/LAC.

About:
The U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance is a national association of sportsmen and sportsmen’s organizations that protects the rights of hunters, anglers and trappers in the courts, legislatures, at the ballot, in Congress and through public education programs. Visit www.ussportsmen.org.

California Is Taking Away Your Black Airguns FOREVER

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Some of you may already be aware, but the State of California is prepared to vote on a new law that will affect the future of the airgun and airsoft industries.

It could also jeopardize the safety of the public and especially, police officers.

See below for a link to the SB 798 proposed legislation. http://tiny.cc/aylff

California is planning to make it law that all airsoft guns and all BB guns must be brightly colored, so police can distinguish these guns from actual firearms. As most of you know, all airsoft guns sold in the USA already have a bright orange tip and many are clear.

Early on it was recognized the underlying issue is created by consumers who allow potentially dangerous situations to develop. A prime example is the December 2010 incident that apparently prompted SB 798. As reported in the Los Angeles Times, police wounded a teenager when he failed to comply with police commands to “surrender.” Instead, the young man produced an airsoft gun. Expectedly, a police officer feared for his and his partner’s safety. He fired his gun and wounded the young man.

Noteworthy is that the young man’s two companions, who complied with the officers’ commands to drop their guns, were not injured.

SB 798 obviously presumes that a “bright pink” airsoft gun, for example, would distinguish it from a firearm, thus providing a police officer with an immediate sense of security that he was not being threatened with a firearm. That assumption, however, might prove deadly to the officers or innocent bystanders. There are firearms sold that are, indeed, bright pink and other bright colors.

Coloring an airsoft gun bright pink, therefore, would not distinguish it from firearms. A law enforcement officer should and would never assume a pink or other colored gun is harmless. On the other hand, an orange muzzle on an airsoft gun does distinguish it from firearms.

This bill would require the appearance of airsoft guns to change, but this change would not clear up the confusion issue. To the contrary, it would likely have the opposite effect. The change in appearance would render it more similar in appearance to some firearms. It is the simple and effective placement of orange at the muzzle that distinguishes an airsoft gun from firearm. Furthermore, federal law preempts SB798, because the bill would ban the sale of traditional airguns.

Please click on the link below for more information. If you agree that this law is unnecessary, please fill out the form and join the petition today, before it’s too late. www.pyramydair.com/SB798.shtml

California Is Taking Away Your Black Airguns FOREVER

Pyramyd Air

Warrensville Heights, OH – -(Ammoland.com)- No more black airguns! If you enjoy shooting your Walther PPK/S or a Crosman C11, you better get used to them being ALL red or ALL blue or ALL green — or completely clear!

California State Senator Kevin de Leon thinks your black airguns are dangerous and has proposed CA Senate Bill 798 to stop you from having them. SB 798 states that all airguns MUST be painted brightly. No more black guns!

Some background
In December 2010, three boys were shooting their airsoft guns in a public park. It was dark, but their pistols had orange muzzles. The police confronted them and ordered them to put down their guns. Two boys complied but the third did not. He was shot and suffered severe injuries.

To prevent another such occurrence, Sen. de Leon had a knee-jerk reaction and wrote SB 798 to stop EVERYONE from buying, owning or shooting black airguns.

It gets worse!
This new law also affects airsoft guns, which millions of people safely use for re-enactments, skirmishing and maintaining firearm proficiency.

If you hate orange muzzles on your airsoft guns, what are you going to do when the ONLY airsoft guns you can buy, carry or shoot are red, blue, green or completely clear?

California’s Penal Code prohibits the sale and distribution of imitation firearms. BB devices, which are listed as airsoft guns and BB guns, are specifically excluded from that law. HOWEVER, SB 798 adds airsoft guns and BB guns to the list of imitation firearms that are prohibited UNLESS those guns are brightly colored.

YOU are guilty
Because you shoot a “BB device,” Sen. de Leon thinks you’re not a responsible person and must be forced to have brightly colored guns for your own protection. Basically, he’s saying you’re guilty by association because you shoot one of these guns!

While we sympathize with the boy who was injured in last December’s incident, that does not give Sen. de Leon the right to include every airsoft or BB gun owner as someone who needs the government to tell them what to do.

What you can do
If California passes this bill, other states will get similar bills going. Whether you live in California or elsewhere, show your support for airsoft and airgun owners everywhere.

Click here to download a letter that you can send to Senator de Leon and your own California representatives about SB 798.

Do it today — tomorrow may be too late!

About:
Pyramyd Air sells airsoft guns, accessories and ammo from A&K, Aftermath, Beretta, Bushmaster Airsoft, Caspian, Classic Army, Colt, Crosman, Cybergun, CYMA, DMA, Echo 1 USA Airsoft, Firepower, GameFace, GSG, Heckler & Koch, HFC, ICS, JAG Precision, KJ Works, KSC, Magnum Research, RAM Paintball, Remington, Ruger, SIG Sauer, Smith & Wesson, SRC, Tactical Force, Tanfoglio, Thompson, Tokyo Marui, TSD, UHC, UTG, Walther, WE and Well. Visit: www.pyramydair.com

Crosman NRA Marauder Air Rifle

NRAHuntersRights.org

Fairfax, VA--(Ammoland.com)- FAIRFAX, Va.—During the month of April, visit www.NRAhuntersrights.org for a chance to win a .25 caliber Benjamin Marauder PCP air rifle and accessories.

Donated by the Crosman Corporation, this rifle is specially engraved with the NRA logo to help celebrate our Annual Meetings, April 29-May 1, 2011, in Pittsburgh, Pa.

If you think air guns are only appropriate for the smallest game at the shortest distances, the Benjamin Marauder will awaken you to new hunting possibilities. With its PCP (pre-charged pneumatic) power plant generating pellets up to 900 feet per second, it’s fully capable in skilled hands of taking prairie dog- to fox-size game at or beyond 100 yards.

Designed to be used with a scope, the bolt-action Marauder features an eight-round, auto-indexing magazine, a two-stage, adjustable match trigger and a choked barrel to enhance accuracy. The hardwood stock has an ambidextrous raised comb and a ventilated rubber butt pad.

While all air guns are quiet, an internal barrel shroud on the Marauder keeps noise virtually stealth-like. Crosman’s Laura Evans commented, “When you pull the two-stage match trigger on a Benjamin Marauder PCP hunting air rifle, the loudest sound you hear is the pellet hitting your quarry.”

The Marauder operates using either compressed air or the CO2 Dual Fuel option. Hand pumps or scuba tanks may be used to supply power—up to 3,000 psi. (An easy-to-read gauge inset into the rifle’s fore-end indicates the fill pressure.)

This NRA/Crosman Giveaway comes with the rifle, a 3-12×44 scope and mounts, air tank, hand pump and pellets—everything you need to power up and get shooting immediately.

The suggested retail price of the rifle, scope and accessories is $955.00.

TO ENTER the Benjamin Marauder Gift Giveaway, go to www.nrahuntersrights.org, scroll down to “Gift Giveaway” on the right side of the page, and follow the simple instructions. All you do is send an e-mail to the address provided, and type “Gift Giveaway” in the subject line. There is no cost to enter. Entries will be accepted between April 1 and April 30, 2011, and a winner will be announced May 1, 2011. Learn more about Crosman’s other fine air guns and accessories at www.crosman.com.

If you are going to the NRA Annual Meetings in Pittsburgh, don’t miss our first-ever special session on what NRA does for hunters. The session will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 30 in Room 326 of the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. For more information, visit www.nraam.org/events/seminars.html.

About:
For the most up-to-date information about your hunting rights there’s just one source: www.NRAhuntersrights.org.

Webley & Scott

Reno, NV --(Ammoland.com)- Webley & Scott has hired Derick Cole as President to lead its USA Division.

Cole comes to Webley & Scott from Maurice Sporting Goods, a wholesale sporting goods distributor, where he served as VP Sales. Prior to that, he held various positions including General Manager and Senior Account Executive.

Cole will be responsible for the US introduction of Webley & Scott air guns and shotguns, and the associated development of the marketing strategies, pricing structures and distribution channels required to effectively introduce this historic manufacturer to the US market.

“Cole’s industry experience, customer relationship development skills, passion for the shooting sports and his enthusiasm for business challenges and team-based success will serve him well at Webley & Scott in the United States”, said David Fuller.

“His knowledge of distribution, business acumen and track record of successfully generating profitable growth will be valuable assets as well”.

Cole earned his master’s degree in Organizational Management from the University of Phoenix, and holds a BS in Business Management.

About:
Since 1790, based in Birmingham England, Webley & Scott has been famous for its revolvers and shotguns and for 100 years of air gun manufacturing. Revolvers were supplied to the British Empire’s military, particularly the British Army from 1887 through both World War I and World War II and to British Police; few colonial servants left Britain’s shores without their Webley & Scott shotgun. Today, the Webley Alecto has set a new standard for air pistol design, value and performance. The Company’s 900 Series shotgun has regained Webley & Scott’s reputation for affordable reliability and quality.

American Airgunner

Umarex USA

FORT SMITH, Arkansas --(Ammoland.com)- Umarex USA, known for a wide selection of recreational sport shooting guns, has solidified its title sponsorship of American Airgunner for a third season.

The American Airgunner TV Show airs on Sportsman Channel, the only television and digital media company fully devoted to the more than 82 million sportsmen in the United States. American Airgunner airs on Thursday evenings at 8:30 EST with two weekly re-­-airings. Sportsman Channel is available to more than 25 million U.S. households whose focus is on the outdoor sportsman.

Umarex USA’s Marketing Manager, Justin Biddle, said, “American Airgunner is the only TV show that’s 100% dedicated to airguns. The show’s host, Paul Capello, is very knowledgeable about airguns, and is effective at showing viewers how Umarex Airguns work and what they can be used for.”

Viewers of American Airgunner TV Show can expect to see a mix of Umarex’s products—from the new Browning Leverage air rifle to the Walther PPQ that shoots pellets or BBs.

“Sponsorship of this show gives us the opportunity to expose sportsmen to the world of Umarex,” said Richard Turner, Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Umarex USA. “TV gives us the platform to show consumers just how economical shooting an Umarex Airgun can be.”

Umarex was established in 1972 as “Uma Mayer Ussfeller GmbH” and served the market for tear gas and signal pistols followed by air rifles. After acquiring Reck Sportwaffen Fabrick Karl Arndt, they reorganized ultimately under Umarex. The company’s Reck PK 800 enjoys worldwide acclaim and appears on the market as the perfect replica of the Walther PPK. Umarex has now become the largest maker of replicas by offering numerous German-­-made air guns, tear gas, signal pistols and most recently replica firearms. Umarex USA is North America’s fastest growing airgun and replica tactical rimfire gun company. Umarex USA markets their airguns, airsoft, paintball, and tactical rimfire products under famous brands such as Walther, RWS, Smith & Wesson, Browning, Heckler & Koch, Ruger®, Beretta, Colt, Magnum Research, and others. For additional information regarding Umarex USA visit www.UmarexUSA.com

Law to allow use of Daisy Red Rider BB Gun and others.

Virginia Shooting Sports Association

Virginia - -(Ammoland.com)- This morning, the House Militia, Police and Public Safety Committee reported out SB757 and it now heads to the full House with a vote on final passage likely coming early next week.

SB757 is much needed reform that requires that any local ordinance which prohibits the shooting of pneumatic guns in certain areas shall have, among its exceptions, an exception to allow the firearm to be discharged on private property with permission of the owner when discharge is conducted with reasonable care to prevent a projectile from crossing the bounds of the property.

Many localities have been enacting unreasonable ordinances requiring large distances between buildings or dwellings for the discharge of air rifles.

SB757 addresses this issue and will be a welcome reform. Please contact your delegate and ask them to support SB757.

About:
The Virginia Shooting Sports Association (VSSA) was originally founded as the Virginia State Rifle and Revolver Association in 1938. VSSA is the official state association of the National Rifle Association. VSSA is also closely affiliated with the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), Virginia Outdoor Sports Information Network (VOSIN), National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), Virginia Gun Collectors Association, and the Virginia Wildlife Federation (VWF). Visit: www.myvssa.org

Airforce Airguns Self Centering Tri-Rail

AirForce Airguns

FORT WORTH, TEXAS --(Ammoland.com)- AirForce Airguns , the first U.S. manufacturer of Pre- charged Pneumatic airguns has introduced a new self-centering tri-rail scope base.

Designed by BKL Technologies, the new Tri-rail offers dovetail mounting surfaces on three sides and raises the sight line so standard scope rings may be used. The Tri-rail is another addition to AirForce Airguns innovative product line.

Retail Price $31.00

AirForce Airguns, the first manufacturer of PCP’s in the U.S., have been making precision air guns for nearly 15 years, developing the most technologically advanced airgun shooting systems in the world. Known for their flexibility and legendary accuracy, AirForce Airguns offers a solution for just about any airgun shooting situation.

BKL Technologies patented competition-grade scope mounting systems include scope mounts, scope rings, dovetail to weaver adaptors and scope risers that utilize a quick-installing and self-aligning clamping system that fits both 11mm dovetail and 3/8 inch dovetails. BKL is a U.S. manufacturer of the largest selection of airgun and rimfire scope mounts.

For more information on AirForce Airguns, visit the website www.airforceairguns.com or write to – AirForce Airguns, P.O. Box 2478, Fort Worth, Texas 76113

For more information on BKL Technologies, visit the website www.bkltech.com or write to BKL Technologies, P.O. Box 2478, Fort Worth, Texas 76113

Virginia Citizens Defense League

Covington VA --(Ammoland.com)- Today, Senator Reynolds’s bill SB 757, which protects the right of citizens to discharge air guns in their homes and on their private property as long as care is taken to keep the projectiles on their property, passed by a 9 to 6 vote out of the Senate Local Government committee!

• Voting pro-gun: Senators Lucas, Quayle, Martin, Hanger, Reynolds, Ruff, Obenshain, Smith, Stanley
• Voting anti-gun: Marsh, Ticer, Puller, Herring, Locke, Marsden

Remember that elections have consequences and elections are coming in November.

I spoke for the bill pointing out that in Fairfax County, and in some other localities, a person can’t shoot a BB gun in THEIR OWN HOME.

The Fairfax County lobbyist spoke against the bill, saying that I was wrong and that Fairfax does not enforce that for someone in their home.

Sorry, but it’s on the books and can be enforced if an officer so chooses.

The committee didn’t buy the anti-gun arguments and the bill now heads to the Floor for a vote in around 3 days.

Delegate Albo’s bill HB 1422, which allows a person who has a creditor processes against him to keep one firearm valued at no more than $3,000, passed out of subcommittee with amendments. It now heads to the full committee. I do not yet know what those amendments are.

Wednesday, 1/26/2011, Delegate Pogge’s bill HB 2380, which provides certain civil immunities to employers who do not prohibit their employees from storing firearms in their vehicles at work – thus protecting the employee as he or she drives to and from work, will be heard in the House Courts of Justice Civil subcommittee #2 1/2 hour after the House adjourns.

Also, Delegate Cleveland’s HB 2511, his second Castle Doctrine Bill (which was introduced last last week), will be heard by the subcommittee.

HB 2511 provides civil protections if a person who defended himself in or around his dwelling was investigated by the police and no charges were filed or if the person was charged, but acquitted. VCDL Supports this bill.

About:
Virginia Citizens Defense League, Inc. (VCDL). VCDL is an all-volunteer, non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to defending the human rights of all Virginians. The Right to Keep and Bear Arms is a fundamental human right. Visit: www.vcdl.org

Crosman Optimus Break Barrel Air Rifle

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Crosman Corporation, long known for innovation and quality in products for the shooting sports, has introduced the new Crosman Optimus break barrel air rifle.

According to Crosman Product Manager, Sara Calcagno, “The new Optimus break barrel, available in .177 and .22 caliber, is both powerful and elegant. It features a handsome, ambidextrous, hardwood stock. With a relatively light cocking force and a two-stage adjustable trigger, the Optimus is built to get the job done with velocities up to 1200 feet per second (fps), using alloy pellets,” she said. “The barrel incorporates a micro-adjustable rear sight and fiber optic front sight,” she continued. “If you choose the model with optics, you’ll find a CenterPoint® 4x32mm precision scope which makes an ideal package.”

The Crosman Optimus air rifle will be introduced at SHOT Show 2011, in Las Vegas with an MSRP of $149.99 with scope. Crosman will exhibit its entire product line during SHOT Show 2011 in Las Vegas from January 18-21 in booth number 12740.

For further information on the new Crosman Optimus break barrel air rifle, or on any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics and Archery, or Game Face Airsoft products, visit the company’s websites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com, or write to Laura Evans, marketing coordinator, Crosman Corporation, 7629 Routes 5 & 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469, email her at levans@crosman.com, or call her at (800) 7–AIRGUN (724-7486).

For up-to-the-minute news from Crosman Corporation, follow us on Twitter (www.twitter.com/crosmancorp) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/crosmancorp).

Stoeger Airguns

ACCOKEEK, MD --(Ammoland.com)- Stoeger Airguns now offers these fine accessories that will both compliment and help you maintain your airgun.

These accessories include:

Pellets: A complete line of German-made Stoeger Airguns brand pellets includes a variety of lead pellets suitable for purposes, from plinking to hunting and from match- to field-target competitions. Super-velocity alloy pellets are also available, and all pellets come in .177 and .22 calibers. MSRP: $10-$22

Soft Gun Case: A Stoeger Airguns branded two-tone blue & black padded soft gun case cut to fit all models of Stoeger airguns. These attractive and durable soft cases are made from rugged Cordura nylon and are reinforced with rubber at the tip to protect the muzzle. An integral and functional side pocket is ideal for carrying items such as pellets, bore-cleaning rope and other maintenance materials, as well as an owner’s manual, ear plugs and shooting glasses. MSRP: $32

Stoeger Airgun Pellets

Metal Targets: Convenient Stoeger Airguns metal spinning targets and brackets are available in single- or triple-target configurations. Colored target discs are bright red for high visibility and come in various size-diameters to increase the shooting challenge and enjoyment. MSRP: $22-$26

Paper Targets: Distinctive and colorful heavy-paper targets are perfectly sized to fit the Stoeger Airguns pellet trap, or they can be used independently. MSRP: $16

Pellet Trap: A small portable metal pellet trap has been designed for use with the Stoeger Airguns heavy-paper targets. The pellet trap can be hung or placed on the ground depending on the background. MSRP: $24

Barrel Cleaning Rope: A Quick-Bore Cleaning Rope can be used to easily and thoroughly clean the residue from your Stoeger airgun barrel in just one pass. Stoeger Airguns cleaning ropes are available in .177 and .22 calibers. MSRP: $18

For more information please visit usa.stoegerairguns.com

About:
Headquartered in Accokeek, MD, Benelli USA offers the largest selection of semi-automatic shotguns in the world, as well as a variety of fine products from Franchi, Stoeger, A. Uberti, and Stoeger Airguns. The company has built a solid reputation for producing high quality, durable products with their commitment to reliable function, efficient styling and mechanical precision. For more information visit the Benelli USA web site at www.benelliusa.com

Stoeger Airguns In .22 Caliber

Stoeger Airguns

ACCOKEEK, MD --(Ammoland.com)- Stoeger Airguns now offers the .22 caliber to their extensive line of quality airguns.

Incorporating the very best in style and performance, Stoeger Airguns neither require, nor rely on expensive CO2 cartridges or pre-compressed air bottles to operate, which makes them both economical to shoot and dependable in function.

Stoeger Airguns designed their stocks for ergonomic comfort and utility and are available in wood, Timber HD camo and black synthetic finishes.

The Monte Carlo-style buttstock includes cheek pieces on both sides of the comb, making the gun suitable and easy to shoot for both right- or left-handers. The pistol grips and fore-ends employ non-slip checkering for a firm and positive gripping surface.

Combo models are available with a variety of scope options. Scopes are factory mounted with rings that attach directly to an integral dove-tail located on the top of the receiver. The dove-tail incorporates a cross-slot locking groove, ensuring that the scope is positioned with a solid and immovable mounting system.

Stoeger Airguns offer greater safety and peace of mind with an ambidextrous automatic safety located at the back of the receiver. Its position makes the safety easily visible and allows it to be engaged or disengaged while aiming.

Stoeger Airguns are modern airguns with the look and feel of quality sporting arms—now available in .177 and .22 pellet calibers.

For the latest news and product information visit www.stoegerairguns.com

About:
Headquartered in Accokeek, MD, Benelli USA offers the largest selection of semi-automatic shotguns in the world, as well as a variety of fine products from Franchi, Stoeger, A. Uberti, and Stoeger Airguns. The company has built a solid reputation for producing high quality, durable products with their commitment to reliable function, efficient styling and mechanical precision. For more information visit the Benelli USA web site at www.benelliusa.com

Crosman Multi-Shot Silhouette PCP Pistol

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Crosman Corporation, long known for innovation and quality in products for the shooting sports, has introduced the new Crosman Silhouette™ PCP match target pistol.

According to Crosman Product Manager, Terry Neumaster, the Crosman Silhouette PCP Pistol is engineered for target and silhouette competitions where precise shot placement is crucial.  “With the PCP power plant, you’re at a great advantage over competitors by not having to repeatedly pump between shots during a match,” he said.  “Since the Silhouette PCP’s power is uniform on a shot by shot basis, its consistency is excellent.  With its German-made Lothar Walther™ precision barrel, target shooters will find this pistol both highly accurate and surprisingly affordable,” he said.

An intermediate-size, compressed air, multi-shot pistol, the Silhouette PCP is dependable and precise.  The redesigned front sight is infinitely adjustable and complements a choice of precision rear sights.  The improved trigger on the pistol features an adjustable, two-stage, drop sear trigger utilizing heat-treated metal components.  “The trigger mechanism is built with the same materials and precision as the popular Marauder pistol trigger group. Ideal for competition, the bolt is reversible to accommodate right or left-handed shooters,” said Neumaster.

Shooting at velocities up to 450 feet per second, the Silhouette Pistol is capable of 50 shots per fill and meets requirements for both International Handgun Metallic Silhouette Association (IHMSA) and NRA competitions.

The Crosman Silhouette PCP Pistol will be introduced with an MSRP of $375.  Crosman will exhibit the Silhouette PCP Pistol and its entire PCP product line during SHOT Show 2011 in Las Vegas from January 18-21 in booth number 12740.

For further information on the new Crosman Silhouette PCP Pistol, or on any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics and Archery, or Game Face Airsoft products, visit the company’s websites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com, or write to Laura Evans, marketing coordinator, Crosman Corporation, 7629 Routes 5 & 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469, email her at levans@crosman.com, or call her at (800) 7–AIRGUN (724-7486).

For up-to-the-minute news from Crosman Corporation, follow us on Twitter (www.twitter.com/crosmancorp) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/crosmancorp).

Crosman MAR177 PCP Rifle

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Crosman Corporation, long known for innovation and quality in products for the shooting sports, has introduced a new pre-charged pneumatic (PCP), modular, adaptive, competition sporting air rifle (MSR), the MAR177.

According to Crosman Product Manager, Terry Neumaster, “The Crosman MAR177 PCP Rifle is designed to support match air rifle competitors, using the traditional service rifle of National Match series competitions. To better serve the requirements of elite competitors, we’ve partnered with two-time, National NRA High Power Rifle Champion, Dennis DeMille of Creedmoor Sports Inc.,” he said.

DeMille believes that this purpose-built rifle represents the future of adult competitive air rifle shooting. “The new MAR177 promises to perform at the highest levels of match air rifle competition, while replicating the look and feel of an actual AR-15 style rifle. National Match competitors have been waiting for this gun. Since Crosman’s design team has a history of innovative and successful competition airguns, who better to bring this design to fruition,” said DeMille.

The Crosman MAR177 consists of an upper receiver and requires the shooter to provide their own lower AR to complete the gun. “This allows the competitor the versatility to utilize their own high-power AR lower with a competition-grade trigger group,” said DeMille.

Utilizing a PCP power plant affords an advantage over competitors, with less recoil and eliminating the need to repeatedly pump. “This air rifle features a multi-shot, removable, 8-shot rotary clip and an internally rifled Lothar Walther™ barrel,” according to Neumaster. “With a fill pressure of up to 3000 psi and velocities of up to 600 feet per second (fps), the rifle boasts 10-shot groups at 10 meters of less than 9 millimeters,” he said. The MAR177 is capable of 120 shots per fill and meets requirements for National Match Air Rifle competitions.

DeMille commented, “Serious competitors seek dependable, precision rifles. To these demands, the new MAR177 adds real affordability, compared to any equivalent model out there.”

Olympic level gunsmith and airgun expert Scott Pilkington comments, “I’m pleased to see that Crosman has recognized the inventiveness of my upper design, and brought it to the next level in production and development. This advancement will revolutionize the way folks everywhere use their AR-15s. I expect that serious competitors and plinkers alike will use this upper more than any other in their vault,” he said.

The Crosman MAR177 air rifle will be introduced with an MSRP of $900 and will be exhibited, along with Crosman’s entire PCP product line, at SHOT Show 2011 in Las Vegas, in booth number 12740. The trade show runs from January 18-21.

For further information on the new Crosman MAR177 competition air rifle, or on any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics and Archery, or Game Face Airsoft products, visit the company’s websites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com, or write to Laura Evans, marketing coordinator, Crosman Corporation, 7629 Routes 5 & 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469, email her at levans@crosman.com, or call her at (800) 7–AIRGUN (724-7486).

For up-to-the-minute news from Crosman Corporation, follow us on Twitter (www.twitter.com/crosmancorp) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/crosmancorp).

Stoeger X20 Suppressor Air Rifle

Stoeger Airguns

ACCOKEEK, MD --(Ammoland.com)- The latest innovation from Stoeger Airguns is the X20 Suppressor, which employs Air Flow Control (AFC) technology.

The Dual-Stage Noise Reduction System, designed by world-renowned silencer designers Humbert CTTS, makes it the quietest airgun in its class.

Unlike other airgun manufacturers that utilize only sound dampening baffles, Stoeger’s X20 Suppressor utilizes the Dual-Stage Noise Reduction System.

By combining the functions of an internal air-regulator ring and baffles that work in tandem, noise is reduced better that any other airgun on the market.

The air-regulator ring has four decompression holes that bleed off most of the compressed air before the pellet even enters the baffles. The remaining compressed air dissipates throughout the baffles further reducing noise.

When tested in a certified anechoic chamber by F-Squared Laboratories, an independent testing facility, Stoeger’s X20 Suppressor proved to be as much as 7.05 decibels quieter than the competition’s “quiet” airguns.

In velocity comparison tests the X20 Suppressor not only achieved the highest average velocity among the tested airguns, but also, produced the most consistent velocities, important for attaining optimum accuracy.

The X20 Suppressor comes with a quality Stoeger 4×32 compact airgun scope with an illuminated reticle. The scope is factory mounted with rings that attach directly to an integral dove-tail located on the top of the receiver.

“As part of the Benelli USA family of products, Stoeger Airguns benefits from advanced engineering, technology and the innovations that separates Stoeger’s serious, precision-made airguns from the toys,” said Stephen McKelvain, Benelli USA VP Marketing & Communications. “The X20 Suppressor is a modern airgun with the look and feel of a quality sporting arm.”

About:
Headquartered in Accokeek, MD, Benelli USA offers the largest selection of semi-automatic shotguns in the world, as well as a variety of fine products from Franchi, Stoeger, A. Uberti, and Stoeger Airguns. The company has built a solid reputation for producing high quality, durable products with their commitment to reliable function, efficient styling and mechanical precision. For more information visit the Benelli USA web site at www.benelliusa.com

Crosman Nitro Venom Hunting Air Rifles

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Crosman® Corporation, long known for innovation and quality in products for the shooting sports, has introduced two new Crosman Nitro Venom break barrel air rifles powered by quiet and effective Nitro Piston technology.

According to Crosman product manager, Sara Calcagno, “Airguns with the nitrogen piston power plant produce 70% less noise than spring powered airguns. They also feature a smoother and more consistent cocking effort so that with one simple cocking motion, your follow-up shots are fast, quiet and easy.” Another advantage to hunters is that “with the Nitro Venom’s gas piston, you won’t lose velocity if the gun stays cocked for an extended period,” said Calcagno.

Nitro Venom air rifles feature a new beavertail stock, “designed to promote the Artillery Hold shooting position,” she said. “The wider surface area of the forearm is intended to rest on the palm of your hand, and assist with achieving improved accuracy and a balanced, consistent shot. With velocities up to 1200 feet per second and muzzle energy ranging from 18 to 21 foot pounds of energy, the new Nitro Venom break barrels deliver serious hunting power,” said Calcagno.

The new break barrels feature precision, rifled barrels with fluted muzzle brakes and sculpted rubber recoil pads. They are equipped with a 3-9x32mm CenterPoint precision scope and quick-lock optic mounting system. Available in hardwood or synthetic stock, both versions offer an ambidextrous, raised cheek piece. The hardwood version features checkering on both the grip and forearm, while the Dusk, all-weather, synthetic version has sculpted grooves on the grip and forearm. The Nitro Venom air rifles will be introduced at SHOT Show 2011, in Las Vegas and will retail for $229.

Crosman will exhibit its entire product line during SHOT Show 2011 in Las Vegas from January 18-21. Visit booth number 12740.

For further information on the new Crosman Nitro Venom break barrel air rifles, or on any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics and Archery, or Game Face Airsoft products, visit the company’s websites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com, or write to Laura Evans, marketing coordinator, Crosman Corporation, 7629 Routes 5 & 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469, email her at levans@crosman.com, or call her at (800) 7–AIRGUN (724-7486).

For up-to-the-minute news from Crosman Corporation, follow us on Twitter (www.twitter.com/crosmancorp) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/crosmancorp).

Promises Hunters Versatility, Power and Quiet Accuracy

Crosman Benjamin Rogue.357 Big Bore ePCP Air Rifle

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Crosman Corporation, long known for innovation and quality in the shooting sports industry, has introduced a ground-breaking new, electronic, precharged pneumatic (ePCP) air rifle created for hunters.

According to professional hunter Jim Shockey, “The .357 caliber Benjamin Rogue™ air rifle offers more knock-down power than any .22 cal rimfire.”

The Rogue .357 is a multi-shot repeater equipped with an innovative, micro-processor controlled valve that extends the firing distance and provides “accuracy and lethality out to 100 yards,” says Shockey.

Ken D’Arcy, Crosman President and CEO, said that the pioneering technologies in this air rifle will “combine to change the course and perception of airgun hunting in the same way Samuel Colt changed shooting with the first repeater. Encroaching development and increasing predator encounters have helped with the acceptance of using big bore airguns for urban animal control as well as hunting,” he said. “This venture into big bore hunting airguns is a natural progression for us as we continue to focus our product development on the hunting category.”

The new Benjamin Rogue .357 ePCP hunting air rifle is “different than traditional compressed air PCP or CO2 airguns because of its innovative, patent-pending eVALVE,” said D’Arcy. “The electronically driven power furnished by the eVALVE promises dramatic changes to the way we are used to hunting with airguns. No other airgun provides as many as 20 shots per fill and shoots at a consistent rate of 150 foot pounds of energy, and certainly not at this price range,” he said.

“The Benjamin Rogue’s flexibility adds further distinction,” said D’Arcy. “By adjusting the electronically controlled settings, the Rogue .357 is capable of short and long distance shooting, making it appropriate for both small and larger game hunting,” he said. “The Rogue’s velocity ranges from 700 to 1000 feet per second with knock-down power from 100 foot pounds of energy (fpe) to an astounding 250 fpe. The limitations of traditional close range airgun hunting are all but eliminated with the Rogue. You can now hunt with an airgun that ethically harvests game at considerably longer ranges,” stated D’Arcy.

Equipped with a single air reservoir, the Rogue fills to 3000 psi.

“Thanks to the patent pending eVALVE, the remaining pressure is monitored in the reservoir and maintains constant velocity,” said Terry Neumaster, Crosman product manager.

“It solves the problem other big bore PCP guns have of decreasing shot count and reduced knockdown power as the psi decreases. Unlike our more expensive competition, the Benjamin Rogue .357 continues to deliver powerful shots even with pressure as low as 1000 psi. This feature makes for remarkably efficient use of the remaining air in the reservoir, resulting in an increased shot count,” he said.

All the information a hunter needs for a day in the field is available on the Rogue’s built-in EPiC™, LCD screen.

“Accurately displaying the remaining pressure in the air chamber helps hunters determine how many shots are left before the gun needs to be re-filled,” says Neumaster.

The EPiC screen reports other variables controlled by the micro-processor, including the controls for the e-VALVE.

“By controlling the open time of the valve via the EPiC controls, you have the option of adjusting your shot velocity. In addition, by making adjustments to the settings for the grain weight of your ammunition, you literally ‘dial in’ your preferred power,” according to Neumaster. A heavier load means more knock-down power and, although a heavier load reduces the quantity of shots per fill, it produces heavier impact on larger game. “The most exceptional aspect of the Rogue .357 is its variability. No other airgun lets you choose what kind of game you want to hunt, in one package with only a few easy adjustments,” he said.

“There is enough power in this air rifle to take a boar-sized animal and, while I like airgun hunting for the challenge of close range pursuit, having one gun that offers both short and long range options is a hunter’s dream,” says Shockey. “The Rogue brings airgun hunting beyond pest control and into trophy hunting territory.”

Benjamin has introduced three new .357 bullets designed for the Rogue rifle. The Benjamin eXTREME™ Bullet by Nosler features Nosler’s famous Ballistic Tip technology. Weighing in at 145 grains, it is a versatile bullet with “superb hunting accuracy and deep penetration,” according to President, Bob Nosler. There are also two new .357 Benjamin Pursuit™ bullets for use with the Rogue rifle, the Pursuit Hollow Point at 90 grains and the Pursuit Round Nose at 175 grains. Both are softer than traditional lead bullets and form effectively to the barrel of the rifle, due to their stepped band design.

The Rogue rifle’s innovatively designed stock is shaped for hunters. The magazine holds an impressive six shots. It has a 2-stage, electronic, adjustable trigger with dual electronic switches that significantly reduces lock time. The air rifle is outfitted with sling studs and a fill adaptor.

For further information on the new Benjamin Rogue .357 ePCP caliber air rifle or on any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics and Archery, or Game Face Airsoft products, visit the company’s websites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com, or write to Laura Evans, marketing coordinator, Crosman Corporation, 7629 Routes 5 & 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469, email her at levans@crosman.com, or call her at (800) 7–AIRGUN (724-7486).

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Crosman Nosler.357 Caliber Hunting Bullet For Airguns

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Crosman Corporation, a leader in the design, manufacturing and marketing of innovative products for the shooting sports, has partnered with Nosler Inc, the world’s leading manufacturer of the finest grade hunting bullets.

Their first collaboration produced a new, .357 caliber hunting bullet for airguns featuring Nosler’s Ballistic Tip technology.

According to Crosman Vice President of Marketing, Bob Hampton, “Nosler was the obvious choice to develop a dedicated .357 hunting bullet equal to the tremendous performance of our new grade of hunting air rifle, the Benjamin® Rogue™ ePCP™.” The resultant new Benjamin eXTREME™ Bullet by Nosler features a red polymer tip designed to resist deformation and increase downrange terminal velocity.

“This bullet delivers superb hunting accuracy and the deeper penetration demanded by dedicated hunters,” said Hampton.

“We are very pleased to work with Crosman to create pioneering bullet technology needed for serious airgun hunting with their new Rogue ePCP air rifle,” said Bob Nosler, President of Nosler, Inc.

“At Nosler, our research and development team is dedicated to providing the best possible hunting bullet performance, whether for the traditional, centerfire rifles or the new, exciting high power air rifles from Crosman,” said Nosler.

Engineered specifically for the new Benjamin Rogue electro pre-charged pneumatic air power technology, the .357 caliber Benjamin eXTREME Bullet by Nosler combines Nosler’s famous ballistic tip technology within a special, lead alloy body.

“The stepped driving bands and hollow base design automatically adjust to the power applied, providing precise control in the barrel, with minimal resistance,” comments Nosler.

The new bullet delivers a sectional density of .162, a ballistic coefficient of .176 and weighs in at 145 grains.

The Benjamin eXTREME Bullet by Nosler will debut on the range at the 2011 Media Day, and be exhibited during SHOT Show 2011 in Las Vegas from January 18-21 at Crosman booth number 12740. The bullets will be sold in black and gold boxes of 25 with an MSRP of $24.99.

For further information on Crosman’s partnership with Nosler Inc. or on any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics and Archery, or Game Face Airsoft products, visit the company’s websites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com, or write to Laura Evans, marketing coordinator, Crosman Corporation, 7629 Routes 5 & 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469, email her at levans@crosman.com, or call her at (800) 7–AIRGUN (724-7486).

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Crosman Teams With Jim Shockey To Promote Airgun Hunting

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Crosman Corporation, designer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative products for the shooting sports is focused on changing the landscape of hunting with airguns.

According to Vice President of Marketing, Bob Hampton, “We’ve recently joined forces with professional hunter, Jim Shockey, in order to teach hunters about the many advantages and thrilling challenges of airgun hunting. As a respected authority on all that’s hunting, Jim is a natural fit for representing Crosman and Benjamin hunting airguns,” said Hampton.

“The Benjamin Nitro Piston technology has revolutionized break barrel airguns for hunting,” said Jim Shockey.

“We’re even more excited about the awesome, new air power technology Crosman is rolling out at this year’s SHOT Show. An exciting new future for air gun hunting is right around the corner,” he said.

Jim Shockey, will be autographing posters in the Crosman booth. Meet him on Tuesday and Wednesday, January 18 and 19 from 1 to 2 p.m. in booth number 12740.

For further information on Crosman’s partnership with Jim Shockey, or on any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics and Archery, or Game Face Airsoft products, visit the company’s websites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com.

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Rochester, N.Y.-based Crosman Corporation is an international designer, manufacturer and marketer of Crosman and Benjamin airguns, Crosman Archery products, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Archery products, and Game Face Airsoft products. Crosman is the exclusive worldwide licensee for Remington, Bushmaster and Marlin airguns and airsoft products. The company is privately held.

Benelli USA World Class Shotguns

ACCOKEEK, MD --(Ammoland.com)- The 2011 annual Shooting Hunting and Outdoor Trade (S.H.O.T.) Show is only a week away and BENELLI USA has some big news.

When the new products from Benelli ( benelliusa.com), Stoeger (stoegerindustries.com), Uberti ( uberti.com) and Stoeger Airguns (stoegerairguns.com) are unveiled, it’ll be standing room only at the Benelli USA booth at the SHOT Show.

Benelli USA’s new product introductions will not only be the talk of the SHOT Show, but will also gain nationwide attention when all the new products from Benelli USA family are posted on the various brand websites January 18.

We can’t say much at this time, but we can tell you that Benelli has a much-anticipated new product that’ll have shotgunners everywhere talking. And Benelli is not the only one introducing new products. Stoeger, Uberti and Stoeger Airguns have been very busy, too. Stoeger Industries will be pleased to introduce a much-anticipated new gun, Stoeger Airguns’ latest innovation can only be described as amazing, and Uberti’s latest offerings will satisfy the cowboy shooters and historical gun collectors alike.

If we don’t see you at SHOT Show, don’t forget to visit the Benelli USA websites on January 18, when all the new products will be revealed.

GAMO Outdoor USA Selects The Buzz Agency

GAMO Airguns

Fort Lauderdale, Fl --(Ammoland.com)- Gamo Outdoor USA (www.gamooutdoorusa.com), has announced it has retained The Buzz Agency,(www.thebuzzagency.net), a South Florida-based, full-service communications firm, as its public relations and social media agency of record.

“Gamo Outdoor USA is looking to enhance our brand equity through a sensible and targeted outreach program,” said Vince Abrams, Gamo Director of Marketing. “TBA is a diverse firm with an impressive history of successful public relations experience, and we are excited to work with them to implement a strong and cohesive communications campaign.”

Gamo Outdoor USA, with U.S. headquarters based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, provides the outdoor enthusiast with a complete line of sporting goods products consisting of air guns, air gun pellets, optics, lasers, adult air soft solutions and a variety of complementary accessories.

Based in Boca Raton, Florida, The Buzz Agency (TBA) will focus on media relations, social media and trade show coordination for Gamo Outdoor USA. TBA team members will be on hand at the upcoming SHOT Show in Las Vegas Nevada in January 2011, coordinating a press event inside Gamo’s booth. For information on Gamo activities at SHOT, contact Julie Kaminski at 561.779.2516 or julie@thebuzzagency.net.

Gamo Outdoor USA is a leading consumer products company that designs, manufactures and markets a diverse portfolio of outdoor sporting goods products under such world class brands as GAMO®, BSA Optics®, Laser Genetics®, Aftermath®, Stunt Studios® and is the exclusive distributor of BSA Guns™ and Kahles®. Gamo Outdoor USA products are sold at Cabela’s, Bass Pro Shops, Midway USA, Academy Sports + Outdoor, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Big 5 Sporting Goods, Gander Mountain, Mills Fleet, Sports Authority, Scheels and other fine retail outdoor and sporting goods stores. For more information, visit www.gamooutdoorusa.com; Facebook.com/GamoOutdoorUSA; Twitter.com/GamoOutdoor; and YouTube.com/GamoOutdoor.

CZ 200S Cal .177 Combo Air Rifle With 4X32 AO Scope & Rings

CZ USA Firearms

Kansas City, KS --(Ammoland.com)- The CZ 200 S is a high power, precision air rifle based on CZ’s 10 meter Olympic style competition model.

The increased velocity of the 200 S (16 Joules delivering up to 800 fps) makes it appropriate for pest control as well as most competitive disciplines, both youth and adult.

The 2 stage adjustable trigger, and consistent pneumatics allow the shooter to take full advantage of the hammer forged 12 groove barrel. The new red laminate stock is optimized for use with optics and excels at 3 position as well as off hand shooting.

The rifle is delivered with a 4×32 scope and rings, parallax adjustable down to 10 yards, especially important for shooting at typical air gun distances. Adapters for filling and discharging the 2900 psi pressure cylinder of the 200 S are also included.

Accessories including diopter (aperture) sights, a manual pump, 5 and 10 shot magazine adapters, and spare cylinders are available from CZ-USA.

• Adjustable Pre-charged pneumatic(16 Joules max)
• 2 stage adjustable trigger
• 12 groove match bbl
• Red laminate competition style stock
• 4×32 adjustable objective scope and rings
• 800 FPS with 7.9 gr .177 cal pellet
• Removable Compressed Air Cylinder with pressure gauge.

Item # and Suggested Retail Price:

• 07004  CZ 200 S PCP air rifle cal. 177 with 4×32 scope, red laminate stock

About:
CZ products are imported exclusively by CZ-USA, a wholly owned subsidiary of the parent company, Ceska Zbrojovka a.s. Uhersky Brod, (CZUB) of the Czech Republic. All distribution, warranty work and repair work is located in the Kansas City KS. Location, along with a well stocked parts department. Factory trained Sales staff and warranty repair personnel are available to assist you. We look forward to providing you with the quality, value and service you deserve. Visit: www.cz-usa.com

Pyramyd Air

Warrensville Heights, OH – -(Ammoland.com)- Pyramyd Air is Celebrating Women in Shooting week November 6-12.

The shooting sports are growing, and more women are participating. Manufacturers have started to pay attention to the needs of female shooters and are producing guns that weigh less and have slightly shorter pulls.

Plus, they’re introducing lots of colorful accessories (and guns) that they believe are appealing to women.

Annie Oakley
Probably the most famous female shooter is Annie Oakley. Born Phoebe Anne Moses, she had to shoot because she needed to put food on the table after her father’s death. By the time she was a teen, she’d entered and won so many shooting contests that she was banned from entering many of them, again, because everyone assumed she’d win and no one else would pay the entry fee to compete!

Annie Oakley is the most famous female shooter.

When she was in her teens, she entered a shooting contest against professional sharpshooter Frank Butler. She beat him soundly. He took the defeat in stride…and eventually married her and became her business manager. When Buffalo Bill’s Wild West traveling show hired her, she became an international sensation and was one of the most famous women of her day. Chief Sitting Bull, who was part of the show, nicknamed her “Little Sure Shot.” She would be known by that moniker forever.

These days, many of our famous female shooters are Olympic athletes, including two-time Gold Medalist Kim Rhode, a double-trap shooter. The Olympic training center in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is where our Olympic hopefuls train. Most of today’s Olympic shooting competitions are with airguns. Air rifle shooting requires the use of special clothing that helps stabilize the shooter in the offhand position and increases accuracy. Air pistol shooters don’t wear special clothing. This type of shooting is done at 10 meters at paper targets, is the largest segment of airgun shooting and is enjoyed by well over a million shooters in the U.S.

There are several other airgun disciplines to investigate. Field target is a sport that was started in England and is enjoying a growth spurt in the U.S. because men, women and children can competitively participate. It involves shooting at a steel silhouette target that has a hole in it, called the “kill zone,” that you must hit to get a point. It’s shot from a sitting, kneeling, crouching or standing position, depending on the location of the target. The targets are set at varying ranges, usually from 10 to 55 yards. Generally speaking, field target is shot with Field Target Air Rifles, but there are some clubs that offer air pistol competitions, too.

Benchrest Shooting
Benchrest is another air rifle sport. It originally started as a sport for firearms. It involves shooting an air rifle at paper targets at set distances. The forearms of the guns are rested, but the shooter holds the rear of the gun. A certain number of shots must be fired within a set period of time. All shots are at one set distance.

Airgun silhouette is another discipline that started with firearms. It involves shooting solid silhouette targets of chickens, pigs, turkeys and rams that are set at different distances. There are separate competitions for pistols and rifles, and there are classes of competition within rifle and pistol so you compete against people who’ve spent about as much as you spent for your gun. This is an unusual aspect of classification but a welcome one. It prevents a shooter from using a very expensive gun to outshoot another person with a modestly priced gun. It really levels the playing field!

While there are a number of pink guns that manufacturers have aimed at female shooters, the selection for women is actually much larger. Colors are important for some women, but ergonomics make the shooting experience much more pleasurable. Choosing a lighter-weight gun and one with a slightly shorter pull (or an adjustable stock or buttpad) will go a long way toward making shooting more enjoyable for women who don’t want to wrangle 9-lb. guns that are 4 ft. long!

One last thought: Many shooting instructors have found that women are better shots than men. The reason seems to be that women have fewer preconceptions about shooting and are more open to instruction. And, many women have greater concentration than men of the same age. I guess you could say that women tend to be natural shooters!

Benchrest levels the playing field, and women compete side-by-side with men. Neither one has an advantage over the other!

About:
Pyramyd Air sells airsoft guns, accessories and ammo from AirForce Airguns, Air Arms, Air Venturi, Beeman, Benjamin, Beretta, Browning, Colt, Crosman, Daisy, Eun Jin, Evanix, Falcon, Feinwerkbau (FWB), Gamo, Hammerli, Heckler & Koch (HK), IZH-Baikal, Magnum Research, Makarov, Marksman, Mendoza, Norica, Remington, Ruger, RWS Diana, Sam Yang, Sheridan, Shinsung, Smith & Wesson (S&W), Sumatra, Tanfoglio, Tau Brno, Umarex, Walther, Webley, Weihrauch, Winchester and others. Visit: www.pyramydair.com

Pyramyd Air provides professional product videos from Airgun Reporter Paul Capello (www.pyramydair.com/video) and a daily blog, Pyramyd Air Report (www.pyramydair.com/blog), written by Tom Gaylord, a.k.a. B.B. Pelletier. They also provide instructional videos at Airgun Academy (www.airgun-academy.pyramydair.com/video).

Stoeger

ACCOKEEK, MD --(Ammoland.com)- Stoeger Airguns is proud to offer these fine accessories that will both compliment and help you maintain your airgun. These accessories include:

Pellets: A complete line of German-made Stoeger Airguns brand pellets includes a variety of lead pellets suitable for purposes, from plinking to hunting and from match- to field-target competitions. Super-velocity alloy pellets are also available, and all pellets come in .177 and .22 calibers.

Soft Gun Case: A Stoeger Airguns branded two-tone blue & black padded soft gun case cut to fit all models of Stoeger airguns. These attractive and durable soft cases are made from rugged Cordura nylon and are reinforced with rubber at the tip to protect the muzzle. An integral and functional side pocket is ideal for carrying items such as pellets, bore-cleaning rope and other maintenance materials, as well as an owner’s manual, ear plugs and shooting glasses.

Stoeger Airguns Accessories

Metal Targets: Convenient Stoeger Airguns metal spinning targets and brackets are available in single- or triple-target configurations. Colored target discs are bright red for high visibility and come in various size-diameters to increase the shooting challenge and enjoyment.

Paper Targets: Distinctive and colorful heavy-paper targets are perfectly sized to fit the Stoeger Airguns pellet trap, or they can be used independently.
Pellet Trap: A small portable metal pellet trap has been designed for use with the Stoeger

Airguns heavy-paper targets: The pellet trap can be hung or placed on the ground depending on the background.

Barrel Cleaning Rope: A Quick-Bore Cleaning Rope can be used to easily and thoroughly clean the residue from your Stoeger airgun barrel in just one pass. Stoeger Airguns cleaning ropes are available in .177 and .22 calibers.

For the latest news and product information visit http://usa.stoegerairguns.com

Stoeger Airguns Christmas Cash Give-Away

Stoeger

ACCOKEEK, MD – -(Ammoland.com)- Starting November 1st, Stoeger Airguns is offering you the chance to win up to $1,000!

To enter the Christmas Cash Give-Away, visit http://usa.stoegerairguns.com and complete the online form and you will be entered to win a cash prize.

Three cash prizes will be awarded to three lucky winners; $500, $750 and a grand prize of $1,000. All entries must be received by midnight, January 15, 2011. Winners will be drawn at 9:00 a.m. (EST) Monday, January 17th, 2011. Visit your local Authorized Stoeger Airgun dealer to take advantage of this limited time offer. *No purchase necessary to win.

Stoeger X-Series are modern, high-tech airguns with the look and feel of quality European sporting arms. Developed by Italian engineers and designers, Stoeger Airguns combine rugged, efficient design with quality manufacturing. Stoeger Airguns are suitable for shooting interests from plinking and target shooting to pest control and small-game hunting.

Stoeger X-Series Airguns are chambered for .177-caliber, high-velocity alloy or hard-hitting lead pellets. They are powered by a fast and convenient break-barrel, spring-and-piston system. Every Stoeger Airgun is ready to shoot with a single cocking stroke—requiring no CO2 cartridges or propellant cans.

“For most of us, airguns played a major role in our lives by being the first gun we learned to shoot and handle safely,” said Stephen McKelvain, Benelli VP Marketing and Communications. “Well, here’s the next generation of airguns that will satisfy everyone’s skill level from experienced shooters to the first-timers, everyone will enjoy shooting one of the Stoeger Airguns.“

For more information and to enter the Stoeger Airguns Cash Give-Away, please visit http://usa.stoegerairguns.com

Crosman Teams With Jim Shockey To Promote Airgun Hunting

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Crosman Corporation, international designer, manufacturer, and marketer of innovative products for the shooting sports signed a multi-year endorsement partnership with Jim Shockey and IHUNT Communications.

Hunter, writer and outfitter, Jim Shockey has captured the attention of the hunting world for over 20 years with his tales of adventure, hunting and guiding all over the world.

As the host of his own television shows, Jim Shockey’s Hunting Adventures and Jim Shockey’s The Professionals, he will use and promote Benjamin Trail Series Nitro Piston break barrels and Benjamin Marauder PCP air rifles as serious hunting airguns. Shockey will use the high power air rifles on televised hunts during his 2011 show season and promote them on TV, print and at trade shows.

“There are hunters, and then there’s the legendary Jim Shockey,” said Bob Hampton, Crosman’s Vice President of Marketing. “As a respected authority on all that’s hunting, Jim is a natural fit for representing Crosman and Benjamin hunting airguns,” he said.

“Crosman is committed to airgun hunting and dedicated to developing systems for airguns that provide enough power for hunters to be effective in the field,” said Hampton. “Knowing your capabilities and your distance are important for hunters, now we’re going to provide the power to get the job done responsibly. “Shockey is the ideal person to carry us into the new era of airgun hunting.”

The Benjamin brand has long been known for providing hard-hitting, multi-pump premium airguns. Adding to that reputation, a newly patented technology called the Nitro Piston was introduced last year. By utilizing compressed nitrogen gas, Nitro Piston break-barrel hunting airguns deliver enough terminal energy to cleanly and quietly harvest small game, while eliminating the accuracy and power-fade problems found in spring guns.

“For hunters, the simplicity of break barrel air rifles is as attractive as the affordability of airgun ammunition and the convenience of single cocking power,” said Hampton.

“Finally airguns that offer the power, accuracy and quietness I need to get really excited about airgun hunting,” said Shockey. “With these new, quiet, high power systems and more innovation from Crosman on the horizon, the game is changing. Crosman’s new capability is moving airgun hunting beyond pest control and into mainstream hunting. Eventually everyone will want to be an airgun hunter,” he said.

For further information on the partnership agreement with Jim Shockey, or on any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics, or Game Face Airsoft products, visit the company’s websites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com, or write to Laura Evans, marketing coordinator, Crosman Corporation, 7629 Routes 5 & 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469, email her at levans@crosman.com, or call her at (800) 7–AIRGUN (724-7486).

Local sports reporter Leo Roth of Rochester’s Democrat and Chronicle (pictured with Crosman’s Ed Schultz) stopped by the facility last week to learn more about the event and spent the morning getting a first-hand experience with field target shooting.

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- The 2-day Northeast Regional Field Target Championships ended on Saturday, July 10, and the response from participants and spectators alike was energetic.

Crosman Corporation, long known for innovation and quality in the shooting sports, hosted the sanctioned event at Crosman’s field target ranges in Bloomfield, New York. More than 60 competitors competed in the event and for many of the spectators, it was their first look at a field target event.

Why compete in a field target shooting event? According to Crosman’s Shooting Services Manager, Mark DeBoard, “Field target shooting can be done no matter your age, gender or size. Since this is a sport of discipline, each shooter must use everything he or she has learned to knock down the target. Breath control, trigger squeeze, range estimation and follow through, are only a few tactics. But what makes this sport unique is that you can compete at an event like ours, right next to world class shooters. I can’t think of any other sport that offers such a great opportunity to compete next to the greats.”

From as far away as Alabama and Maine, competitors ranging in age from 10 to 75, including some National Field Champions, descended on Crosman’s target ranges, eager to try their hand at shooting the metal targets. The crow, turkey, squirrel and ram, shaped targets were placed on the field from 10 to 55 yards out. The small, outdoor target falls when the 1.5 inch hit zone is hit with an airgun pellet.

“It sounds easy, but it’s a lot harder than it looks,” said DeBoard. “The trajectory of a pellet is much different than a rim fire or center fire rifle. You need to know your point of impact from 10 yards all the way out to 55 yards. Depending on wind conditions, you may also have to adjust your aim. You immediately realize it’s not as easy as it looks. When shooting an air rifle, the wind is not your friend, even more so than with powder-powered rifles,” he said.

DeBoard noted that for more than half the competitors, it was their first experience shooting in an airgun field target match.

“People walked away really surprised by how much they liked the challenge and camaraderie the event produced for shooters of all ages.”

For those who arrived on Friday, some extra shooting excitement was on tap. The legendary “Quigley Bucket Challenge,” a nearly impossible shot, was re-enacted.

” The contest gave challengers a chance to test their skill by hitting a 1.75” bucket-shaped target from 55 yards away. “That’s a tough shot on any day, but a real test of determination and skill with an air rifle in the wind and rain,” said DeBoard. Forty-one shooters walked away having stepped up to the challenge, only four were successful.

Ray Apelles, Match Director, began the formal competition by grouping shooters in teams or “squads”. This gave each shooter a partner to mark his or her score sheet and work the clock.

According to Apelles, “We matched novices with veteran shooters to ease them into the sport of competitive airgun shooting.” The sanctioned championship followed AAFTA rules, allowing two shooting rounds of forty shots each, totaling eighty shots per shooter. Each firing lane had two animal shaped targets placed at unknown distances from the firing points. Shooters had two shots per target and were timed at four minutes per lane. “I’ve competed at a lot of matches and never seen as many new people come to the sport, excited about giving field target shooting a try,” said Apelles.

For the PCP division, John Monarte won with 70 points using a Theoben MFR airgun and Crosman Premier Heavy pellets. The Piston division was taken by Jeff Paddock with his DDHW97 airgun and Crosman Premier Light pellets. He earned 55 points. Bill Day won the Hunter division using his AA MFR airgun with JSB Exact pellets earning 62 points. The World Field Target Federation (WFTF) division was won by Harold Rushton. He shot an EVZ airgun and cleared the field with 67 points using JSB Express pellets. Dave Carpenter won the Off-Hand division using a Benjamin Marauder with Crosman Premier Heavy pellets. He earned 51 points.

“The best thing about being a part of this event,” said DeBoard, “was the warm, family atmosphere.

It’s not every sport where kids, parents, and grandparents can compete at the same level together and have fun.”

For further information on Crosman Corporation’s hosting of the field target event or on any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics and Archery, or Game Face Airsoft products, visit the Company’s web sites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com, or write to

National Rifle Association

Charlotte, NC --(Ammoland.com)- The 2010 NRA National Junior Air Gun Championships and Training Summit will be held in Albuquerque, New Mexico from June 23-26, 2010. The competition will take place at the Albuquerque Convention Center.

The event is open to all junior shooters under the age of 21 to compete in the Sporter and/or Precision Class based on the type of equipment used. Competitors are then ranked in age groups according to their birth year: Sub-Junior – born 1996 or later; Intermediate Junior – born 1993-1995; Junior – born 1990-1992. Shooters may choose to shoot as individuals or as part of a four-person team.

“We’re excited to bring this year’s National Junior Air Gun Championship and Training Summit to Albuquerque,” said Jessica McClain, NRA Air Gun Coordinator.

“We have competitors traveling from all across the country to see how they measure up to other air gun shooters on a national level.”

This year 150 junior shooters from 15 states will travel to Albuquerque to compete and participate in the Training Summit. Open to shooters, coaches, and parents, the Training Summit offers informational seminars on a variety of topics including mental and physical aspects of competition, nutrition for shooters, collegiate shooting opportunities, and information on other programs for youth offered by the NRA.

Check-in, equipment inspection, and practice will be held on Wednesday, June 23rd, with formal competition held on Thursday, June 24th and Saturday, June 26th. The Awards Ceremony will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. Shooters will have a break from competing in order to attend the Training Summit held on Friday, June 25th. On Thursday night, competitors can attend the Barter Bar, where shooters can swap and trade collectible items such as hats, pins, patches, or fun items that represent their home states.

For more information on the National Junior Air Gun Championship and Training Summit, contact Jessica McClain at 703-267-1477 or by email at jmcclain@nrahq.org.

Crosman Air Pistols

Crosman

ROCHESTER, NY --(Ammoland.com)- Crosman Corporation, long known for innovation and quality in the shooting sports, today announced that it would use a third party distributor and, rather than locating in Ireland, would establish its European hub in the Netherlands, where it will distribute goods to customers in Europe and in the UK.

After conferring with its customers and careful consideration, the company decided to centrally locate in the Netherlands, where ease of delivery both in and out of the warehouse is enhanced. The company says that the new location will streamline the order flow process and ensure product delivery within 7 days to anywhere in Europe, fulfilling Crosman’s global supply chain requirements. The new EDC will be operational in May, 2010.

According to Marc Miller, Crosman’s international sales manager, Crosman’s new location in the Netherlands will provide trans-continental logistics to the European marketplace with a more expansive and cost-effective product selection. It will also reduce transport costs, improve delivery times and provide efficiency in inventory management.

“This new distribution hub underscores our commitment to enhancing service to our European customers,” he said. “Rather than simply providing our standard air rifle, the new EDC will inventory product with multiple joules, allowing us to offer a larger assortment of goods to markets with differing requirements. In short, we’re able to maintain our management strategy, having the right product available and that it is delivered efficiently into each European market.”

Says Crosman’s European agent/sales manager Martin Stelling, “The future looks promising for Crosman in Europe. With the consolidation of distribution channels and the large number of new products being launched this year, Crosman is poised for unprecedented growth and enhanced service for its European customers. I am particularly excited,” he said, “about the creation of the Game Face Airsoft division. The new automatic electric airsoft carbines, as well as the first-ever Verdict Marking BBs, have generated a great deal of excitement already. In the airgun category, Crosman’s new Nitro Piston technology for break barrels air rifles is causing quite a stir.”

For further information on the new Crosman European Distribution Center in the Netherlands or on any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics or Game Face Airsoft product, visit the company’s Web sites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com, or write to Laura Evans, marketing coordinator, Crosman Corporation, 7629 Routes 5 & 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469, email her at levans@crosman.com, or call her at (800) 7-AIRGUN (724-7486).

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Rochester, N.Y.-based Crosman Corporation is an international designer, manufacturer and marketer of Crosman® and Benjamin® airguns, Crosman Archery products, CenterPoint® Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics and Archery products, and Game Face™ Airsoft products. Crosman is also the exclusive licensee for Remington® airguns and airsoft products. The company is privately held.

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ROCHESTER, New York --(AmmoLand.com)- Crosman Corporation, long known for innovation and quality in the shooting sports, was named the 2010 International Business of the Year at the First Annual Upstate New York Trade Conference last night.

The International Business Council of Greater Rochester, New York (IBC), an affiliate of Greater Rochester Enterprise (GRE) hosted the conference to provide Upstate New York businesses with the resources to succeed in international trade.

Crosman Corporation Wins 2010 International Business Of The Year Award

The award celebrates the achievements and successes of Upstate New York companies trading internationally, whose international business success impacts the prosperity of the region, according to Laurie DeRoller, IBC’s Executive Director.

“Crosman’s ability to embrace the challenges of global competition, display resiliency in our economic climate and achieve sustained growth is remarkable. This award recognizes Crosman as a worldwide ambassador for our region’s industry, innovation and expertise,” said DeRoller.

Ken D’Arcy, Crosman’s President and CEO says Crosman thrives on challenges presented in the diversity of the worldwide marketplace.

“We recognize the need for a tailored, strategic approach in each international market and adapt our products to meet local needs. Each market we approach has potential language barriers, differing distribution networks and distinctive regulations for product compliance. Our sales team works closely with each country’s distributors to execute country-by-country plans, allowing for customization of products, pricing and packaging,” said D’Arcy.

“By entering into new territories and adapting to the needs of the changing marketplace, we’ve seen increasing demand for our products all over the world.”

Marc Miller, Crosman’s international sales manager agreed. “Crosman recently entered into negotiations to open a European distribution facility,” he said. “Streamlining the customer’s order flow process to ensure faster delivery times will meet or exceed Crosman’s global supply chain standards. By reducing transport costs, improving delivery times and providing efficiencies in inventory management, merchandising solutions will be provided to European customers,” he continued.

“Crosman will now have the ability to offer a larger assortment of goods to markets with differing product and marketing requirements. We anticipate even more growth as a result of these improvements,” he said.

D’Arcy said that it is gratifying to have recognition from an organization whose relationships include some of the most successful international exporters in the US. “This is a solid endorsement of the strategic direction we’ve embraced.”

For further information on Crosman Corporation or on any Crosman, Benjamin, CenterPoint Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics and Archery, or Game Face Airsoft products, visit the company’s web sites at www.crosman.com, www.centerpointhunting.com, www.gamefaceairsoft.com.

Rochester, N.Y.-based Crosman Corporation is an international designer, manufacturer and marketer of Crosman® and Benjamin® airguns, Crosman Archery products, CenterPoint® Hunting and Outdoors Precision Optics and Archery products, and Game Face™ Airsoft products. Crosman is also the exclusive licensee for Remington® airguns and airsoft products. The company is privately held.