Team DPMS Member Bruce Piatt Wins Annual Houghton 2-Gun Challenge

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN --(Ammoland.com)- DPMS Firearms, LLC is proud to announce that Bruce Piatt, a Team DPMS member since its inception in 1998, was the Tactical Division winner of the 2011 Annual Houghton 2-Gun Challenge.

The match was hosted by the United States Military Combat Weapons Team in honor of the late Captain Andrew Houghton and was held at West Point on April 22-23, 2011.

About Team DPMS Member Bruce Piatt: Throughout his shooting career, Piatt has proven himself as a top competitor in a wide range of pistol, rifle, and shotgun events.

With several World and National Championship titles combined with consistent top finishes in international shooting events, Piatt has demonstrated his abilities in multiple shooting disciplines. He currently competes with DPMS rifles and accessories.

About DPMS Firearms:
DPMS Firearms, LLC, is an industry leader in providing quality AR-style rifles, components and accessories. No other company offers more styles or configurations of AR rifles. DPMS provides choices for high-power and small-bore shooters by offering rifles and assemblies chambered in 204 Urge, 223 Remington, 5.56×45 NATO, 243Winchester, 260 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.8×43 SPC, 30 Remington AR, 308 Winchester and 338 Federal. More information about the company can be found at www.dpmsinc.com.

DPMS Firearms Compact Hunter Rifle

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN --(Ammoland.com)- Hunters have been asking for an even lighter, more compact hunting LR Series rifle. DPMS Firearms (“DPMS”) proudly presents the newest member of the family, the Compact Hunter.

Designed specifically for smaller stature shooters, the Compact Hunter is the perfect choice for youth, female or hunters who prefer compact firearms for hunting in brush or confined areas.

The Compact Hunter features a 16-inch Teflon-coated stainless barrel, carbon fiber free- float tube, Hogue pistol grip and a B5 Systems – Special Operations Peculiar Modification (SOPMOD) stock.

The DPMS Compact Hunter is offered chambered in Chambered in 308 Winchester and will soon be available in other Hunter series calibers.

For more information on the DPMS Hunter Series of rifles, please visit http:// www.dpmsinc.com

About DPMS Firearms
DPMS Firearms, (“DPMS”) is an industry leader in providing quality AR-style rifles, components and accessories. No other company offers more styles or configurations of AR rifles. DPMS provides choices for high-power and small-bore shooters by offering rifles and assemblies chambered in 204 Ruger, 223 Remington, 5.56×45 NATO, 243Winchester, 260 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.8×43 SPC, 30 Remington AR, 308 Winchester and 338 Federal. More information about the company can be found at www.dpmsinc.com.

DPMS Tactical Precision Rifle

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN --(Ammoland.com)- DPMS Firearms, (“DPMS”), continuing their commitment to customer service, has responded to numerous customer requests for a lighter, enhanced version of the previous DPMS Squad Designated Marksman Rifle (“SDMR”).

The new TPR (Tactical Precision Rifle) is built for long-range accuracy and features a 20-inch, bead-blasted, 416 stainless steel heavy barrel (HBAR).

Other features include a M111 Modular Free-Float rail system, an AAC Blackout flash suppressor, B5 Systems – Special Operations Peculiar Modification (SOPMOD) stock, Magpul Original Equipment (MOE) grip and trigger guard.

The DPMS Tactical Precision Rifle combines long-range precision and tactical adaptability and is chambered in 5.56 NATO. Suggested retail is $1349.00.

For more information on DPMS rifles, please visit http://www.dpmsinc.com

About DPMS Firearms:
DPMS Firearms, (“DPMS”) is an industry leader in providing quality AR-style rifles, components and accessories. No other company offers more styles or configurations of AR rifles. DPMS provides choices for high-power and small-bore shooters by offering rifles and assemblies chambered in 204 Ruger, 223 Remington, 5.56×45 NATO, 243Winchester, 260 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.8×43 SPC, 30 Remington AR, 308 Winchester and 338 Federal. More information about the company can be found at www.dpmsinc.com.

Magpul® is a trademark of Magpul Industries Corp.

DPMS Named Title Sponsor of USPSA MultiGun National Championships

U.S. Practical Shooting Association

BURLINGTON, Wash. --(Ammoland.com)- The U.S. Practical Shooting Association (USPSA), the national governing body for the sport of practical shooting, announced that DPMS Firearms, one of the largest and best known manufacturers of AR-15 rifles for the military, law enforcement and civilian markets, will be the title sponsor of the organization’s annual multigun championships.

The DPMS USPSA MultiGun National Championships take place this weekend, October 20-23, at the Desert Sportsman’s Rifle & Pistol Club in Las Vegas, Nev. More than 150 of the nation’s top multigun shooters are expected to compete for titles in USPSA’s Open, Limited, Tactical and Heavy Metal divisions utilizing three types of firearms, a pistol, a shotgun and a rifle.

“We’re extremely pleased to have DPMS Firearms as the title sponsor for the 2011 USPSA MultiGun National Championships. DPMS has been a strong supporter of the shooting sports, and top level practical shooting competition in particular,” said Dave Thomas, executive director of USPSA.

“DPMS is pleased to support the USPSA as the title sponsor for the MultiGun National Championships. DPMS has always promoted the shooting sports, our community of industry friends, and our American heritage. We look forward to this and many more years of exciting and engaging competition.,” said Adam Ballard, product manager for DPMS Firearms.

The DPMS USPSA MultiGun National Championships are the highlight of practical shooting’s multigun season.

To learn more about multigun competition and practical shooting, or join the 20,000 members of USPSA in the most dynamic and fast-paced shooting sport around, visit www.USPSA.org, follow @USPSA_Shooting on Twitter, like USPSA on Facebook at www.facebook.com/USPracticalShootingAssn or read the Practical Shooting blog (www.practicalshooting.posterous.com/).

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN --(Ammoland.com)- DPMS Firearms, LLC is proud to announce that registration for the Outbreak: Omega 4 fun shoot is now available online.

The DPMS Outbreak: Omega 4 is a theme-based fun shoot with multiple stages based on the scenario, “An outbreak of the undead in Minnesota is bringing citizens and military personnel alike to a gun club on the outskirts of a small town to quell the uprising of evil.”

Basic shooter registration includes 6 stage tickets and registration for the prize table. Very Important Zombie-slayer (VIZ) registration includes an unlimited stages wristband, event t-shirt and registration for the prize table. Additional stage tickets can be purchased the day of the shoot.

The event is being held at the Ahlman’s Guns Range in Morristown, MN on July 9, 2011 and registration is required by July 1, 2011.

For more information about the Outbreak: Omega 4 fun shoot, to view stage descriptions or to register for the event, please visit www.outbreakomega.com.

About DPMS Firearms
DPMS Firearms, LLC, is an industry leader in providing quality AR-style rifles, components and accessories. No other company offers more styles or configurations of AR rifles. DPMS provides choices for high-power and small-bore shooters by offering rifles and assemblies chambered in 204 Urge, 223 Remington, 5.56×45 NATO, 243Winchester, 260 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.8×43 SPC, 30 Remington AR, 308 Winchester and 338 Federal. More information about the company can be found at www.dpmsinc.com.

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN --(Ammoland.com)- DPMS Firearms, LLC is proud to announce that Bruce Piatt, a Team DPMS member since its inception in 1998, was the Tactical Division winner of the 2011 Annual Houghton 2-Gun Challenge.

The match was hosted by the United States Military Combat Weapons Team in honor of the late Captain Andrew Houghton and was held at West Point on April 22-23, 2011.

About Team DPMS Member Bruce Piatt
Throughout his shooting career, Piatt has proven himself as a top competitor in a wide range of pistol, rifle, and shotgun events.

With several World and National Championship titles combined with consistent top finishes in international shooting events, Piatt has demonstrated his abilities in multiple shooting disciplines. He currently competes with DPMS rifles and accessories.

About DPMS Firearms
DPMS Firearms, LLC, is an industry leader in providing quality AR-style rifles, components and accessories. No other company offers more styles or configurations of AR rifles. DPMS provides choices for high-power and small-bore shooters by offering rifles and assemblies chambered in 204 Urge, 223 Remington, 5.56×45 NATO, 243Winchester, 260 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.8×43 SPC, 30 Remington AR, 308 Winchester and 338 Federal. More information about the company can be found at www.dpmsinc.com.

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN --(Ammoland.com)- DPMS Firearms, LLC, an industry leader in providing quality AR-style rifles, components and accessories, is pleased to announce that Cabela’s has been named the 2010 DPMS Retail Chain of the Year.

“No other company offers more styles or configurations of AR style rifles than DPMS and by committing to the breadth of product lines and line extensions, Cabela’s was able to meet the demands of customers and celebrated a tremendous year,” stated Scott Blackwell – Chief Sales Officer.

“We are very excited to present them with the 2010 DPMS Retail Chain of the Year award.”

Cabela’s was presented the award at the 2010 SHOT Show held in Las Vegas on January 18, 2010.

About DPMS Firearms
DPMS Firearms, LLC, is an industry leader in providing quality AR-style rifles, components and accessories. No other company offers more styles or configurations of AR rifles. DPMS provides choices for high-power and small-bore shooters by offering rifles and assemblies chambered in 204 Urge, 223 Remington, 5.56×45 NATO, 243Winchester, 260 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.8×43 SPC, 30 Remington AR, 308 Winchester and 338 Federal. More information about the company can be found at www.dpmsinc.com.

DPMS 6.8 SPC Hunter Carbine

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN --(Ammoland.com)- Since the 6.8 SPC first came onto the scene, DPMS customers have found a use for the round as an effective cartridge for hunting medium to large size game.

For these customers, DPMS now is pleased to release a 6.8 SPC Hunter.

Configured to match the hugely successful DPMS LR Hunter series, the 6.8 Hunter delivers the energy to take deer, hogs, and predators in the lighter, handier AR platform.

For your next hunt, when forced to choose between power, fast handling, and quick follow up shots, choose all of the above. MSRP: $1,229

About:
DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62x39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM. Visit: www.dpmsinc.com

DPMS Panther Recon Carbine RFA3-REC

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN --(Ammoland.com)- Listening to countless customers, DPMS is pleased to release the Panther Recon Carbine.

Featuring a 16″ bead blasted 416 stainless barrel, with mid-length gas system and AAC Blackout flash hider, the Recon is designed for optimum accuracy, corrosion resistance and functionality from a precision carbine.

The rifle is further enhanced for user comfort and versatility with Magpul MOE stock, grip, trigger guard, as well as a 4 rail free float tube and Magpul front and rear back up iron sights.

Whether for competition, recreation, or peace of mind, the DPMS Panther Recon leads the way. MSRP: $1099

About:
DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62x39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM. Visit: www.dpmsinc.com

DPMS RFA3 LBR Carbine

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN --(Ammoland.com)- The new DPMS LBR Carbine was designed for the shooter who requires a compact, lightweight carbine while not sacrificing performance.

The light profile, stainless steel barrel and vented free float tube keep the rifle’s weight under 7 lbs. while maintaining the ease of cleaning and accuracy of some of our premier target and varmint rifles.

The six position adjustable Magpul MOE stock with recoil pad allows quick, yet solid adjustment for length of pull and user comfort.

The A3 flat-top receiver and single rail gas block make the rifle ready for optics or detachable iron sights at the user’s preference.

• 5.56 stainless steel 16″ lightweight barrel
• Vented free float tube
• A3 flat-top receiver and single rail gas block for optics or iron sights
• Magpul MOE stock
• MSRP: $949

About:
DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62×39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM.  Visit: www.dpmsinc.com

Roth Concept Innovations (RCI)

Appleton, WI --(Ammoland.com)- Roth Concept Innovations (RCI) designs and manufactures high capacity solutions for shotguns. RCI is pleased to announce that at the 2010 Ft. Benning 3 Gun Challenge, XRAIL shooters earn two, top ten’s and one, top five finish in the Open Class Division.

RCI XRAIL team member Tommy Thacker placed fourth overall using the full version XRAIL on his FNH SLP Mark 1 shotgun.

Thacker was followed by RCI XRAIL team member Larry Houck who placed eighth overall with a stage win on stage three, beating Clint Upchurch by just under a second! Stage three at the Ft. Benning 3 Gun Challenge was a close range high shotgun slug round count stage.

Randy Luth, founder of DPMS Rifles, placed ninth overall at this year’s Ft. Benning 3 Gun Challenge. Using the full version XRAIL system on his Competition 1100 Remington with a stage win on stage one, placed fourth on stage three, sixth on stage four and twelfth on stage eight.

Randy states, “My shotgun performed flawlessly and having additional capacity of the XRAIL system gave me a distinct advantage on the noted stages that were high shotgun round counts”.

Fort Benning Three Gun Challange

The Ft. Benning 3 Gun Challenge is a military/civilian competition created and run by the US Army Marksmanship Unit’ at FT. Benning, Georgia. The challenge was based on combat scenario training. Competitors were challenged to break open an entry door, fire a grenade launcher for accuracy, in addition to shooting fast with pistol, rifle and shotgun on the timed stages of fire.

About RCI:
Roth Concept Innovations is the ONLY manufacturer of the XRAIL System. RCI provides the best capacity solution for your shotgun that is easy to use and installs in minutes with no gunsmithing required. There are various high capacity solutions for the shotgun, but RCI’s XRAIL System is the only one that is NOT a gun (which you will have dependability and capacity all in one) and has the versatility to be used on more than one shotgun. All XRAIL’s and RCI products are MADE IN THE USA. For more information about RCI, to view their complete line of products, or to order your XRAIL System please visit www.XRAILbyRCI.com or by calling 920-585-6534.

DPMS Shooter James Darst Wins 3GN Shoot-Off

3 Gun Nation

FORT BENNING, Ga. – He threw his hands up in celebration. He sighed in relief. And all the while, he wore a smile that seemed to warm up an otherwise frigid winter day.

Such was the range of emotions displayed as DPMS’ James Darst won three breathtaking match-ups on his way to the most closely contested Shoot-Off to date on the FNH USA 3-Gun Nation Tour, Presented by SureFire. The win netted the veteran 3-gunner a check for $5,000, courtesy of the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF).

“NSSF is proud to support 3-Gun Nation,” said Chris Dolnack, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, NSSF.

“Three-gun competition is quickly gaining popularity with new and experienced shooters nationwide and 3-Gun Nation is the perfect vehicle to promote this fast-growing sport. We hope our partnership with 3-Gun Nation only will further its success in captivating a broad audience with the fun and excitement of the shooting sports.”

Darst’s remarkable run began with a first-round match-up against Noveske’s Rob Romero, winner of the 3GN Shoot-Off following FNH Midwest 3-Gun in May. At the horn, Romero exploded out of the start box and was first to the gun table, cleaning the rifle rack and building an early lead he maintained through shotgun and into the final pistol plate rack. But Romero stumbled, just slightly, missing on a pistol plate; and that’s when Darst came roaring on by. Darst went one-for-one on the pistol rack, before missing the stop plate once and then knocking it down just a fraction of a second before Romero—an incredible finish.

In the second round, it was more of the same, as Darst faced 3GN newcomer Greg Jordan, who qualified out of Tactical Optics. This time, it was Darst who raced out to the early lead as Jordan struggled on the rifle. However, Darst dropped one shot on the shotgun as Jordan pushed the pace and ran the shotgun portion cleanly. Darst dropped one plate on the pistol rack as Jordan continued to close the gap; but Darst had just enough of a lead, as he knocked over his stop plate a mere half-second before Jordan. The finish left Darst visibly spent as he walked off the firing line before a roaring crowd.

With two narrow escapes under his belt, Darst stepped to the line for the final run against Taran Butler. Racing even to the gun table, Darst opened up an early lead by cleaning the rifle plates first. But then Butler accelerated through an amazing shotgun run, narrowing the lead to an easy closing distance going into the final pistol rack. Butler, known as one of the fastest pistol shooters in the country, with several USPSA and IDPA titles to his credit, was now in contention.

But Darst, known more for his rifle skills than his pistol shooting, as he had in his two earlier match-ups, laid down a phenomenal pistol run of his own, missing only one plate as Butler narrowed the gap. Darst transitioned to the stop plate first, a half-second ahead of Butler, who ripped four successive shots at his own stop plate in an effort to pound it past Darst’s already moving plate. But in the end, it was Darst’s plate that fell first, giving the Texan his first 3GN victory.

Darst’s first win on the 3GN Tour couldn’t have come at a better time: the 3GN Shoot-Off, co-branded with Fort Benning 3-Gun Challenge’s already successful shoot-off venue, saw an impressive prize table. Not only did Darst walk away with a Lancer lower for placing second overall in the Open division, but his Shoot-Off performance netted him a DPMS 3G1 rifle fitted with a Leupold 1.1-8X CQBSS, along with a SureFire Muzzle Brake and Micro Fast-Attach Suppressor—all in addition to the $5,000 check from the NSSF.

Butler, who also claimed the rifle package for finishing second, qualified for his record sixth 3GN Shoot-Off by winning the Tactical Optics division in the Fort Benning 3-Gun Challenge. His road to the finals included a first-round win over Bryan Ray, winner of the Heavy Metal division, and a second-round win over Robby Johnson, which provided a bit a drama.

On their first run, Johnson jumped out to an early lead on rifle, cruised through shotgun, and was first to the stop plate. But upon inspection of the targets, Johnson failed to break one of the clay birds, thereby voiding his run. But Butler, assuming he was defeated, stopped midway through the pistol rack, not finishing the course of fire. Range Master Daniel Horner and Match Director Aaron Hampton consulted, and a re-shoot was granted. And on the second run, it was all Butler, who used his second chance to advance to the final round of the 3GN Shoot-Off for a record third time.

In another twist, Tactical Irons winner Kurt Miller, who had been battling the flu all weekend, decided he was too ill to perform in the FB3G-3GN Shoot-Off. So he turned over his slot to Katie Harris, an up-and-coming 14-year-old junior shooter from Georgia. Harris, who drew Johnson in the first round, was impressive in her 3GN debut, racing first to the rifle and building a small, early lead over the former U.S. AMU soldier. But Johnson prevailed, setting up his second-round match-up with Butler.

In the consolation rounds, Romero knocked off Open division winner Clint Upchurch, and Bryan Ray defeated Harris, to win a pair of HK P30L 9 mm pistols. For advancing to the semi-finals, Johnson and Jordan took home a pair of 12-gauge FNH USA SLP shotguns.

The eight-person 3GN Shoot-Off is a format like no other, where competitors take on steel rifle, shotgun and pistol targets in a race to the stop plate. To level the playing field, each competitor uses the same firearms. At the Fort Benning 3-Gun Challenge, those firearms included: DPMS 3G1 rifles topped with Leupold 1.1-8X CQBSS riflescopes and fitted with SureFire Muzzle Brakes and Micro Suppressors; shotguns were FNH USA SLP’s; and pistols used were HK P30L’s.

The next stop on the FNH USA 3-Gun Nation Tour, Presented by SureFire, is Superstition Mountain Mystery 3-Gun, March 25-27, 2011, in Mesa, Arizona. Superstition will mark the third qualifying event on the 2011 3GN Tour, before the following points matches: Blue Ridge Mountain 3-Gun, MGM Ironman, JP Enterprises Rocky Mountain 3-Gun, Adams Arms Ozark 3-Gun Championship, and USPSA Multi-Gun Nationals. The Tour will conclude following the FNH USA-3-Gun Nation Championship, which is set for Nov. 10-12, in Glengary, W.V. As in 2010, competitors will be vying for enough points to qualify for the 3GN Championship, where the winner will take home $25,000, courtesy of Leupold Tactical Optics. Multi-gun, or 3-gun, is a unique sport within the discipline known as practical shooting. Considered the fastest growing segment within the shooting sports, 3-gun challenges competitors with rifle, pistol and shotgun, maneuvering through unique stages of fire as fast as their skill will allow.

The National 3-Gun Association, through media properties “3-Gun Nation Television,” and 3GunNation.com, was formed with one mission: to promote practical shooting by shining a light on amateur and professional shooters alike, as well as the guns, gear and lifestyle that define the high-octane sport of 3-gun competition. Bringing never-before-seen cash payouts to the table, 3-Gun Nation is quite simply changing the game. 3 Guns. One Champion.

3-Gun Nation Television airs Mondays at 7:30 AM EST and Thursdays at 3 PM EST on Versus through December. Beginning July 2011, 3GN moves to Sunday mornings at 7:30 EST and Thursdays at 10:30 AM EST. For more information, visit www.3GunNation.com.

FNH USA Shooting Teams Tasha Hanish

USPSA Multi-Gun Nationals

SEDRO-WOOLLEY, Wash. --(Ammoland.com)- Cave Creek, Arizona’s Tasha Hanish, a member of the FNH USA shooting team, won seven of 12 stages and dominated the field as she won the Women’s Tactical division title for the second year in a row this past weekend at the U.S. Practical Shooting Association’s (USPSA) 2010 DPMS MultiGun National Championships in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Hanish won the first four stages of the match, jumping out to a 62+ point lead over FNH USA teammate Dianna Liedorff of Sperry, Okla.

Hanish gave back a little more than three points as Liedorff won the fifth stage if the match, but then expanded her lead over Liedorff to more than 216 points with wins on stages six and seven.

Liedorff battled back with three consecutive stages wins before finishing second behind Hanish on the final stage of the match.

Hanish won the title with her final score of 1252.3448. Liedorff finished second with 1095.2133.

FNH USA Shooting Teams Tasha Hanish

“Tasha is quickly making a name for herself as one of the strongest women competing in MultiGun competition. Her dominating performance this weekend shows why she’s the one to watch in future matches,” said Michael Voigt, USPSA president.

Rounding out the top five were Denise Johnson of Thornton, Colo. in third with a final score of 972.9713. Fourth place, and a win on the eighth stage, went to Katie Harris of Taylorsville, Ga. who posted a final score of 957.3457 while fifth place went to Heidi Salman of Happy Valley, Ore. with 844.2410.

Daniel Horner of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit won the overall Tactical division title for the second year in a row with his final score of 2075.0824

Among the senior shooters, Kerry DeMatos of Oxnard, Calif. finished 16th overall and claimed the Senior Tactical division title with a score of 1557.8230 while Randy Askins of Ione, Calif. won the Super Senior title with a score of 858.3089.

More than 150 top shooters from 26 states, as well as Canada, competed in the 2010 DPMS MultiGun Nationals putting more than 19,000 rounds downrange during the competition. The format of the MutiGun Nationals tests a shooter’s skill with three types of firearms – the rifle, the shotgun and the pistol.

The next major competition on the USPSA calendar is the 2010 USPSA Handgun National Championships scheduled for October 8 through 16 in Las Vegas, Nev. For more information, visit www.USPSA.org or follow @USPSA_Shooting on Twitter.

FNH USA Shooting Teams Tasha Hanish

FNH USA Shooting Teams Tasha Hanish

2010 DPMS USPSA MultiGun National Championships

U.S. Practical Shooting Association

Las Vegas, NV --(Ammoland.com)- WHO: Over 150 of the nation’s best rifle, shotgun and pistol shooters will descend on Las Vegas to compete for national titles in the U.S. Practical Shooting Association’s 2010 MultiGun National Championships sponsored by DPMS Firearms.

WHAT:
The 2010 DPMS USPSA MultiGun National Championships will feature 12 challenging stages, or courses of fire, that test a shooter’s skill with not just one type of firearm but three – the rifle, the shotgun and the pistol. USPSA is the national governing body for the sport of practical shooting in the U.S. and has more than 19,000 members competing in weekly matches throughout the country, as well as regional and national championships.

Shooters will compete for the national title in USPSA’s Open, Limited, Tactical, Heavy Metal Limited and Heavy Metal Tactical divisions. Additionally, honors will be awarded in the categories of High Lady, Senior, Super Senior, Junior, Military and Law Enforcement shooter.

2010 DPMS USPSA MultiGun National Championships draws competitors from throughout the United States. Along with competitors from Nevada, shooters from Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wisconsin, as well as Canada, are also expected to compete.

WHERE:
Desert Sportsman’s Rifle & Pistol Club (http://www.dsrpc.net/)
12201 W. Charleston Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89135
Map to Range: http://www.mapquest.com/mq/4-rox_

WHEN:
Friday through Sunday, September 10-12, 2010

Competition begins at 8:00am each day

CONTACTS:
Dave Thomas
dave@uspsa.org
(360) 855-2245
(360) 708-6828 during the match

About:
USPSA is a non-profit membership association. Most of the more than 15,000 individual members belong to and regularly compete at one of the nearly 400 affiliated clubs and sections (groups of clubs banded together for mutual benefit) located across the United States. USPSA is affiliated with the International Practical Shooting Confederation (I.P.S.C.), which is comprised of approximately 67 nations. USPSA is the American region of IPSC. Visit: www.uspsa.org

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN –-(Ammoland.com)- DPMS Firearms, LLC, announces the appointment of Dillon Jennings to the position of Internal Sales Manager, effective July 26, 2010.

Jennings joined DPMS in October of 2004 and managed multiple large accounts in his role as a retail and dealer sales representative. Jennings is also currently active with the US Army National Guard as a SSG/E6 squad leader and served in Iraq from October 2005 – July 2007.

During his six year tenure at DPMS, Jennings coordinated all military group sales activities and has been directly involved with new product research and development. Additionally, he has represented DPMS at various trade shows and shooting competitions, and most recently, Jennings served as coordinator for the annual DPMS Outbreak Omega event; one of the largest “fun shoots” in the country.

“I am pleased that Dillon has accepted the Internal Sales Manager role and welcome him to the management team,” commented Scott Blackwell, Chief Sales Officer for the Freedom Group Family of Companies.

“Dillon’s focus and dedication to our key accounts along with his contributions to other areas of the DPMS business make him an ideal candidate for this position.”

About DPMS Firearms
DPMS Firearms, LLC, is an industry leader in providing quality AR-style rifles, components and accessories. No other company offers more styles or configurations of AR rifles. DPMS provides choices for high-power and small-bore shooters by offering rifles and assemblies chambered in 204 Urge, 223 Remington, 5.56×45 NATO, 243Winchester, 260 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.8×43 SPC, 30 Remington AR, 308 Winchester and 338 Federal. More information about the company can be found at www.dpmsinc.com.

Dave Anderson of American Handgunner takes aim with the FN SLP at the 2009 FNH USA Midwest 3-Gun Championships

FNH USA

McLean, Va --(Ammoland.com)- The 5th Annual FNH USA Midwest 3-Gun, an NRA-sanctioned shooting event, will be held May 21-23, 2010 in Columbia, Mo.

Shooters from around the country will take part in three days of competitive shooting using a rifle, shotgun, and handgun.

The event attracts some of country’s finest shooters including Daniel Horner (last year’s winner) and Robby Johnson of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Team, Bruce Piatt of Team DPMS and others.

Charles "Tate" Moots moves quickly to next challenge at 2009 FNH USA Midwest 3-Gun Championships

The FNH USA Midwest 3-Gun Championships kicks off at 8 am on Friday, May 21 and ends with an awards ceremony around noon on May 23. The sponsors are FNH USA, CMMG, DPMS, and Midway USA. Registration forms can be found at www.fnhusa.com and www.midwest3gun.com, where you can also find scores from past events.

This event is also part of the 3-Gun Nation tour that will be televised on Versus beginning in July 2010.

FNH USA is the sales and marketing arm of FN Herstal, S.A., Belgium. Its corporate mission is to expand its global leadership position in defense, law enforcement and commercial markets by delivering superior products and the finest in training and logistical support.

Visit www.fnhusa.com to view the entire line of FNH USA products and services. FNH USA, P.O. Box 697, McLean, VA, 22101, U.S.A.

FNH 3 Gun Nation TV

MESA, Ariz. - -(AmmoLand.com)- With more than $50,000 in cash and prizes, “3-Gun Nation” kicks off its inaugural tour at the DPMS Superstition Mountain Mystery 3-Gun event at the Rio Salado Sportsman’s Club here March 25-28.

A made-for-TV event, FNH USA’s “3-Gun Nation,” presented by SureFire, marks the beginning of a new era in practical shooting. Owned and operated by the National 3-Gun Association (N3GA), “3-Gun Nation” and the accompanying tour were formed to highlight the fast-growing sport of 3-gun.

“We’re very proud to be able to start this tournament series and would not be able to do so without the partnership of our title sponsor FNH USA, our presenting sponsor SureFire, as well as all of the distinguished sponsors and 3-Gun events that comprise this tour,” said Pete Brown, president, N3GA. “The sport of 3-Gun has seen a great deal of positive growth in recent years, and our mission is to continue that trend.”

Superstition is the first of five qualifying events to host the 3-Gun Nation Tour. Throughout each of the qualifiers, competitors accumulate points, with the top performers advancing to the year-end Classic, held outside Las Vegas in conjunction with the USPSA Multi-Gun Nationals. In the qualifiers, the top eight competitors will square off in a dramatic single-elimination shoot-off, with the winner taking home $5,000. And in a first for competitive shooting, the winner of the 3-Gun Nation Classic will win $25,000. The entire tour, along with each host event, will be broadcast on “3-Gun Nation” before a national television audience on Versus, beginning in July 2010.

“We did not want to change the structure of any of the matches that comprise this tour,” said Brown. “We wanted to start a series that shined a spotlight on the great shooters in this sport, the recreational shooting lifestyle, as well as all of the distinguished matches and sponsors who help make 3-gun happen year after year for this industry.”

The 3-Gun Nation Tour will also partner with the following matches: Sabre Defense Blue Ridge Mountain 3-Gun, FNH USA’s Midwest 3-Gun Championships, MGM Ironman and JP Enterprises’ Rocky Mountain 3-Gun. The Classic will be held in Boulder City, Nevada, outside Las Vegas, at the conclusion of the USPSA Multi-Gun Nationals.

Primary 3-Gun Nation sponsors include FNH USA, SureFire, Federal Premium, Weaver, Brownells and Leupold. MGM Targets, ReVision Eyeware, and Lewis Machine & Tool have contributed prizes and support to the 3-Gun Nation Tour and website. The $5,000 prize for winning the shoot-off at Superstition is sponsored by US P.A.L.M.

“3-Gun Nation” will be hosted by country music singer, and shooting enthusiast, Mark Wills. Veteran outdoor writer Chad Adams will co-host the show with Wills. The show will air at 7:30 AM EST Mondays and 3:30 PM EST Thursdays on Versus.

In addition to the forthcoming “3-Gun Nation” television program airing on Versus, the N3GA will launch its supporting website, www.3GunNation.com, in conjunction with Superstition. The web site will feature original content, including shooting industry news, shooter profiles, tips, photos, commentary and professionally produced videos from the 3-Gun Nation Tour. Guns and gear will be evaluated and reviewed by outdoor writers and professional shooters, giving never-before-seen insight into the hottest shooting sport in the industry.

Multi-gun, or 3-gun, is a unique sport within the discipline known as practical shooting. Considered the fastest growing segment within the shooting sports, 3-gun challenges competitors with rifle, pistol and shotgun, maneuvering through unique stages of fire as fast as their skill will allow.

The National 3-Gun Association, through media properties “3-Gun Nation Television” and 3GunNation.com, was formed with one mission: to promote practical shooting by shining a light on amateur and professional shooters alike, as well as the guns, gear and lifestyle that define the high-octane sport of 3-gun competition. Bringing never-before-seen cash payouts to the table, 3-Gun Nation is quite simply changing the game. 3 Guns. One Champion.

For more information, visit www.3GunNation.com.

16" Heavy Barrel Assembly ON SALE From DPMS

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN - -(AmmoLand.com)-DPMS has 16″ Heavy Barrel Assembly in stock and on sale now.

To view a product and Sale Pricing in the DPMS Online Store, click on the images above.

The Heavy Barrel 16″ A2 Barrel Assembly from DPMS Click Here to Order!

Features:

• 16″ Heavy Contour Barrel
• 4140 Chrome Moly Steel
• Threaded and Manganese Phosphated Black
• 1-9 Twist with 5.56x45mm Chamber
• A2 Flash Hider
• GlacierGuard Carbine Handguards
• A2 Upper Receiver and A2 Front Sight Base
• Complete with Phosphated Bolt Carrier Group
• Pricing and in stock status available for a limited time.

Contact DPMS Panther Arms Direct to Order!

About:
DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62×39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM.

Outbreak:Omega 3

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN --(AmmoLand.com)- DPMS is proud to announce the Outbreak:Omega 3 Fun Shoot and Gun Show April 24-25th 2010 is starting to take shape.

Vendors, Sponsors and Prizes are being added to the site almost daily.

Camping slots are filling up and registration for the Zombie Hunter’s Feast has opened.

GEAR UP NOW!!
To help shooters gear up for the zombie hordes, we’re also offering a DPMS Online Store COUPON CODE for 10% Off RETAIL Pricing!

If you haven’t already, don’t forget to pre-register for the shoot. Pre-Registered shooters receive 6 stage tickets for the price of 5. They are also the only ones entered into the Grand Prize Drawing for the DPMS LRT-SASS and other great prizes.

About:
DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62×39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM. Visit: www.dpmsinc.com

DPMS Pink Ar15 Rifle

GunBroker.com

ATLANTA, GA --(AmmoLand.com)- In support of the fight against breast cancer, GunBroker.com® is hosting a charity auction of an unusual pink rifle. The auction, which can be viewed at www.gunbroker.com, Auction number 139806438 , ends October 25.

The pink AR-15 style DPMS Panther Lite rifle was donated by DPMS Panther Arms. More details on the rifle can be found on the auction page.

All funds from the auction will go to the Atlanta Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk, to be held Oct. 23-25. The GunBroker.com Family Team will participate in the walk, which benefits Susan G. Komen for the Cure and National Philanthropic Trust.

GunBroker.com is the world’s largest online auction site for firearms and hunting/shooting accessories. Launched in 1999, GunBroker.com frequently hosts charity auctions that benefit the firearms industry and other causes, waiving all fees.

About:
GunBroker.com (www.GunBroker.com) is an informative, secure and safe way to buy and sell firearms and hunting/shooting accessories. GunBroker.com promotes responsible gun ownership. Aside from merchandise bearing its logo, GunBroker.com sells none of the items listed on its web site. Third-party sellers list items on the site and Federal and state laws govern the sale of firearms and other restricted items. Ownership policies and regulations are followed using licensed firearms dealers as transfer agents.

Outbreak Omega 3

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN --(AmmoLand.com)- DPMS Firearms, LLC and Del-Tone/Luth Gun Club are hosting another “fun shoot” at the Del-Tone/Luth Gun Range in St. Cloud, MN on April 24-25, 2010.

This shoot is zombie based with the stages explained in the Stages section (coming soon).

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the administrator via email at administrator@outbreakomega3.com.

Register today on the Outbreak:Omega™ 3 website for a special DPMS Coupon Code. Save $25 on any order over $200 just by registering for the shoot online at www.outbreakomega.com!

Check out the Outbreak:Omega™ 3 YouTube video.

About:
DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62×39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM.

10% Off DPMS Arms July 2009 Coupon

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN – -(AmmoLand.com)- Receive 10% Off All Online Retail Orders

Good July 16th 2009 to July 31, 2009.

Use Coupon Code: JULY09 During Check-Out to Receive 10% Off All Online Retail Orders.

*Does not include rifles, lower receivers, lower receiver assemblies. Discount Available to RETAIL Customers For ONLINE Orders Only.

About:
DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62×39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM.

Rock Island’s Fantastic Spring Regional Firearms Auction June 27 & 28, 2009

DPMS A-15 Rifle with 50 Cal Beowulf Conversion

Rock Island Auction Company

Rock Island Auction Company - -(AmmoLand.com)- Alexander Arms upper, A4 style with gas block rail and a Simmons 2.5×20 scope with covers.

DPMS lower, standard marks. Round ribbed forearm, checkered pistol grip and smooth stock with trapdoor butt. With 100 rounds of .50 Beowulf ammunition.

Also with a .22 Long Rifle conversion barrel and receiver (missing the bolt assembly), with magazine.

The heavy barrel has a steel Picatinny style front sight block.

Condition:
( See RIA Auction for Exact Condition Details)

Auction Estimate: $1,500 – $1,800

Auction Details:
Rock Island Auction Company announces the next Regional Firearms auction to be held at their facilities in Moline, IL. The huge success of our premier sale ($8.5 million) proves that people are investing in what they know: firearms are solid investments that hold value through economic downturns.

Investing and collecting opportunities abound at Rock Island’s fantastic Spring Regional Auction to be held June 27 & 28, 2009. At a time when the stock market changes daily, gun collectors are seeing the worth of their investments.

Hard assets are the place to invest your money and gun values continue to rise. This auction has firearms for every level of collecting and investing from Colts to Winchesters and the hundreds of high quality sporting arms. Rock Island’s continued sell through rate of over 97% proves that items that come to RIAC are for sale and now is your chance to make a solid investment.

About:
Rock Island Auction Company has been solely owned and operated by Patrick Hogan. This company was conceived on the idea that both the sellers and buyers should be completely informed and provided a professional venue for a true auction. After working with two other auction companies, Mr. Hogan began Rock Island Auction in 1993. Rock Island Auction Company has grown to be one of the top firearms auction houses in the nation. Under Mr. Hogan’s guidance the company has experienced growth each and every year; and he is the first to say it is his staff’s hard work and determination that have yielded such results.

Beta C-Mag Sale @ DPMS

DPMS Firearms

St. Cloud, MN - -(AmmoLand.com)- The Beta Company’s 100 Round C-Mag for AR15 Rifles is In Stock, On Sale and Ready to Ship.

Click the image above for great pricing on the black Beta C-Mag. Includes: carrying case, loader, technical manual and graphite tube.

Special pricing and in stock status available for a limited time while supplies last.

Click Here to buy Beta Company 100 Round C-Mags

Magazines with over 10 round capacity cannot be shipped to residents of CA, MA, HI, DC and NY. Magazines with over 15 round capacity cannot be shipped to residents of NJ. Magazines with over 20 round capacity cannot be shipped to residents of MD.

About:
DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62×39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM.

FNH USA Midwest Three-Gun Championship

FNH USA

McLean, Va. - -(AmmoLand.com)- FNH USA is pleased to announce the 4th Annual FNH USA Midwest Three-Gun Championship for June 5-7 in Columbia, Mo.

Some of the best three-gun shooters in the country will participate in this event, including Bruce Piatt, Team DPMS, Team FNH USA and Daniel Horner and Robby Johnson, both of the Army Marksmanship Team.

The event begins at 8 am on Friday June 5 and ends with an awards ceremony around noon on Sunday, June 7.

The sponsors are FNH USA, CMMG, DPMS, and Midway USA. Registration forms can be found at www.fnhusa.com.

About:
FNH USA is the sales and marketing arm of FN Herstal, S.A., Belgium. Its corporate mission is to expand its global leadership position in defense, law enforcement and commercial markets by delivering superior products and the finest in training and logistical support. Visit www.fnhusa.com to view the entire line of FNH USA products and services. FNH USA, P.O. Box 697, McLean, VA, 22101, U.S.A.

DPMS High Capacity Magazine Sale

St. Cloud, MN - -(AmmoLand.com)-DPMS has the above Magazines and Magazine Accessories in stock and on sale now. To view a product and Sale Pricing in the DPMS Online Store, click on the images above.

Sale Pricing and In Stock status available for a limited time while supplies last. Sale Pricing is available for Online Purchases ONLY.

All of the above products are compatible with .223/5.56 rifles. DPMS .308 Magazines are out of stock, however we are accepting back orders.

Contact DPMS Panther Arms Direct to Order!

About:
DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62×39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM.

C-Products 30 Round A15 Magazine 10 Pack

10 C-Products Magazines Featuring:

NOW JUST $149.95 ONLINE!

About:
DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62×39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM.

AR22 Ruger Receiver Stock Kit at DPMS

St. Cloud, MN  - -(AmmoLand.com)- This 3 piece stock kit in conjunction with your Ruger 10-22 allows you to build a practice rifle that is very similiar to an AR-15.

Use your choice of butt stock, free float tube and hand grip to build the practice rifle that works for you. Works with a factory or after market barrel made for the Ruger 10/22.

It does not just look like an AR-15, it looks and feels like an AR-15. This stock is ergonomically identical to your AR-15 platform rifle. Drops in, no gunsmithing required. Available in black; green or grey available as a special order with a wait time of 1-2 months. From Nordic Components.

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DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62x39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM.

DPMS Panther Arms

Mags, Accessories and Buttstocks IN STOCK WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!
	CAA SRS Sniper Stock ON SALE just $305.99	BS-SRS
	Ironstone AR Stock ON SALE just $368.95	BS-IS
	Progressive Machines Adjustable Stock ON SALE just $215.00	BS-PMT
	Lancer Translucent 30 Round AR Mag IN STOCK at $19.95	MA-L5
	Beta C-Mag 100 Round AR Magazine IN STOCK at $263.95	MCMP06
	A15 Mag Holder ON SALE just $2.82	SM-01
	Green A15 Mag Follower ON SALE just $1.17	GFM-01

Contact DPMS Panther Arms Direct to Order!

About:
DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62×39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM.

DPMS Supports George Kollitides For NRA Board

DPMS Panther Arms

St. Cloud, MN - -(AmmoLand.com)- George is a National Rifle Association Benefactor Member, who serves on the NRA Hunting and Wildlife Conservation Committee and is endorsed by the NY State Rifle & Pistol Association (NYSRPA), where he serves as Director of Industry Relations. George has lobbied for the Second Amendment politically, in the field and on the range and is a member of the board of directors of Remington, Bushmaster, Marlin, and DPMS. George is a Life member of Texas State Rifle Association (TSRA), California Rifle and Pistol Association (CRPA), NY State Rifle and Pistol Association (NYSRPA), Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA), Boone and Crockett (Associate), Houston Safari Club, National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association (MLRA), and Quail Unlimited. He is also a member of Remington Collectors, Sportsmen’s Association for Firearms Education (SAFE), National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), Ducks Unlimited (DU) and the US Sportsmen’s Alliance. His wife and children are NRA Life Members and enjoy hunting and shooting. George is a member of the Mashomack preserve club in Millbrook, NY.

During his professional career, Mr. Kollitides has focused on building companies in the defense and firearms industries. Two of his most recent projects are IAP and Freedom Group, Inc. IAP is one of the largest defense service providers in the US providing key support services, such as base operations, air traffic control, mobile power and general logistics to US troops domestically and abroad. Freedom Group has grown from a small firearms company to one of the largest in the word with a diverse of products and brands sold commercially and to law enforcement and the US military and its allies world wide. It includes such brands as Remington, Marlin, H&R, New England Firearms, Parker Bros., Bushmaster and DPMS Panther. Mr. Kollitides is currently a member of the board of directors of IAP Worldwide Services, Bushmaster Firearms, Remington Firearms, Marlin Firearms, and DPMS Panther Arms and is a speaker on topics involving defense firearms and investing. Mr. Kollitides received an MBA in Finance and Management of Organizations from Columbia Business School in 1998 and a BA in Economics with a minor in Government and Law from Lafayette College in 1991.

George has used his experience as a businessman and entrepreneur, coupling his business acumen with his passion for the shooting sports, to support the second amendment and many of NRA’s programs.

Mr. Kollitides is 38, resides in New York City and New Canaan, CT and is married to Karen, they have two sons.

Visit the George Kollitides 4 NRA Board Website

About:
DPMS Panther Arms, the second largest manufacturer of AR-15 rifles, specializes in producing quality, hand crafted, American made, black rifles. These renowned rifles are dependable, affordable and extremely accurate, capable of sub MOA groupings straight out of the box. DPMS manufactures rifles in a variety of calibers, including: .204 Ruger, .22LR, 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington, 6.8mm Remington SPC, 7.62x39mm, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, .308 Winchester and .300 Remington SAUM.

Smith & Wesson

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. - Smith & Wesson Corp., the legendary 157-year old firearms maker, announced that it has begun shipping both full-size and compact M&P pistols, in all calibers, with an optional frame-mounted thumb safety. Originally available only on the M&P45, the optional frame-mounted thumb safety is now being offered on M&P pistols chambered in 9mm, .40 S&W and .357 SIG.

“Soon after the introduction of the full-size and compact M&P45 pistols, we began receiving requests from law enforcement professionals and recreational shooters asking for a frame mounted thumb safety on other M&P calibers,” said Leland Nichols, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Smith & Wesson. “The optional external safety provides an even broader range of choices to the M&P line, adding flexibility in order to meet the needs of our customers.”

Unlike other polymer pistols, the thumb safety on the M&P pistols acts as a passive safety device allowing the slide to be pulled toward the rear, clearing the firearm without disengaging the safety. The external safety on the M&P, like many of the other standard features, is ambidextrous, providing easy operation for both left and right-handed shooters. The M&P pistol is manufactured on a Zytel® polymer frame, which is reinforced with a ridged stainless steel chassis. The M&P pistol also features a through-hardened black Melonite® finished stainless steel barrel and slide for added durability, a sear release lever – an important safety feature – that eliminates the need to press the trigger in order to disassemble the firearm, an ambidextrous slide stop and a reversible magazine release.

The pistol’s innovative design is further enhanced with three interchangeable grip sizes, allowing the user to customize the grip size to his or her preference. A loaded chamber indicator is located on top of the slide and an internal lock system is optional for both working professionals and recreational shooters. The M&P compact pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W and .357 SIG are standard with a 3.5-inch barrel while the full-size pistols feature a 4.25-inch barrel. The M&P Pistol Series utilizes a steel dovetail mount front sight and a steel low profile rear sight. Tritium sights are also available for low light conditions. A universal Picatinny-style equipment rail has been incorporated for tactical lights and lasers.

About Smith & Wesson
Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation, a global leader in safety, security, protection and sport, is parent company to Smith & Wesson Corp., one of the world’s largest manufacturers of quality firearms and firearm safety/security products and parent company to Thompson/Center Arms Company, Inc., a premier designer and manufacturer of premium hunting rifles, black powder rifles, interchangeable firearms systems and accessories under the Thompson/Center brand. Smith & Wesson licenses shooter protection, knives, apparel, and other accessory lines. Smith & Wesson is based in Springfield, Massachusetts with manufacturing facilities in Springfield, Houlton, Maine, and Rochester, New Hampshire. The Smith & Wesson Academy is America’s longest running firearms training facility for law enforcement, military and security professionals. For more information on Smith & Wesson, call (800) 331-0852 or log on to www.smith-wesson.com . For more information on Thompson/Center Arms, log on to www.tcarms.com.

Ruger SR9® Model KSR9-10-L

Ruger Arms

Southport, CT- -(AmmoLand.com)- Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. is pleased to announce that the Ruger® SR9® pistol has been placed on the Roster of Handguns Certified for Sale within the State of California, as well as the Massachusetts Approved Firearms Roster. The SR9 pistol, chambered for 9mm Luger, was introduced last October and is the first striker-fired pistol from Ruger.

“We consider this a significant event,” said Sturm, Ruger Vice President of Sales and Marketing Chris Killoy. “The addition of the SR9 pistol to the California and Massachusetts lists reflects our commitment to the law abiding citizens of those states. Ruger strongly believes that responsible American citizens should be able to choose quality, American-made firearms when exercising their Second Amendment Right to keep and bear arms, and that certainly extends to the thousands of shooting enthusiasts in California and Massachusetts.”

The Ruger SR9 pistol currently available in California and Massachusetts (model number 3309, catalog number KSR9-10-L) features a black frame with a brushed stainless steel slide. The pistol has a slim grip and a narrow slide that make it the most comfortable shooting striker-fired pistol available today. SR9 pistols feature a unique reversible backstrap, allowing owners to quickly customize the size and feel of the grip without having to carry separate inserts or use special tools. The SR9 appeals to both left- and right-handed shooters as it features ambidextrous manual safeties and magazine latches, both located where 1911 users expect them to be.

The structurally rigid, recoil-reducing, glass-filled nylon frame offers a slim, ergonomic grip with a 17-degree grip angle and three 22 lpi checkered panels that provide a sure grip without being abrasive. The rear sight, part of the low-profile, high-visibility, three-dot sight system, is click adjustable for elevation. Both front and rear sights are drift adjustable for windage to put shooters on target with their choice of ammunition.

The Picatinny rail accepts firearm-mounted lights for target identification in all light conditions, or an easy-to-use laser. The Ruger SR9 pistol also offers an internal trigger bar interlock and striker blocker, trigger safety, magazine disconnect, and a visual and tactile loaded chamber indicator. In compliance with the laws of both states, the Ruger SR9 pistol is shipped with two 10 round magazines.

For more information on the Ruger SR9 pistol and the extensive line of Ruger products and services, visit www.ruger.com .

About Sturm, Ruger:
Sturm, Ruger was founded in 1949 and is one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of high-quality firearms for the commercial sporting market. Sturm, Ruger is headquartered in Southport, CT, with plants located in Newport, NH and Prescott, AZ.

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Sabre Defence Precision Marksman Rifle

Sabre Defence

NASHVILLE, TN – -(AmmoLamd.com)-Sabre Defence Industries, LLC, manufacturers of the performance engineered, out-of-box accurate XR series of AR15/M4′s, is proud to introduce a rifle true to its name; the Precision Marksman Rifle (PMR). Built to the same exacting standards that have made Sabre’s name for barrels assemblies and rifles, a name synonymous with quality, reliability, and above all, accuracy, the PMR is the ultimate competition/target rifle for exacting results. Easy to handle and well-balanced, the PMR features a Sabre A3 Upper and Matched Lower CNC machined from 7075-T6 forgings. The 20″ fluted 410-stainless barrel is fitted with M4 feed ramps. The PMR has a mid-length gas operating system with a match trigger and features rail hand guards, Ergo Tactical Deluxe Grip with palm rest and a Leupold 6.5 – 20×50 Mark 4 LR/T MI Illuminated Tactical Scope all on a Magpul PRS adjustable stock. Available in 5.56 or 6.5 Grendel, the Sabre Precision Marksman Rifle comes with 2 30-round magazines, a Shoot-N-C Sight-in target, and an Otis cleaning kit all in an Elite Tactical Carry Case with a $3,599.00 MSRP for the 5.56 and $3,799.00 MSRP for the 6.5 Grendel.

For more information on any of the new Precision Marksman Rifle or any of Sabre Defence’s rifles, handguns, or barrel assemblies, log on to www.sabredefence.com or call 615-333-0077.

About Sabre Defence Industries:
Founded in the USA in 2002, Sabre Defence Industries, LLC, manufactures precision engineered rifles and assemblies for responsible civilians, law enforcement and the military.

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Charter Arms Patriot Revolvers

Charter Arms Revolvers

Charter Arms, Dayton, OH, 2008 – Charter Arms new .327 Federal Magnum. Like its revolutionary 327 cubic-inch Chevrolet hot motor model namesake introduced in 1962 the .327 Federal Magnum round is a real hotrod too. Charter Arms new Patriot is the industry’s first snub nose revolver chambered for this potent round.

Designed for legal conceal-carry Charter Arms Patriot features 6-shot capacity and a 2.2-inch barrel, slick target front ramp and groove channel fixed sights. The second variation comes with a 4-inch barrel, target ramp sight and adjustable rear sights, and it too is chambered for 6-rounds. The good news is they are both at a great price point too and by the time you get this release Charter Arms is shipping the new revolvers to dealers in other words both are available. “We feel the .327 Federal Magnum is an excellent self defense round and the light weight and low price point coupled with our first 2,000 production promotion program (see below) makes a very attractive purchase.”— Charles Brown, MKS Supply, marketer of Charter Firearms.

Charter Arms Patriot 2.2-inch barrel conceal carry model is ideal for self defense with Federal’s 85-grain low recoil Hydra-Shok round which, based on Factory ammo. specs. for a 31/2 inch bbl. should yield about 1250-1280 fps from the 2.2 Patriot.

The Patriot is a good looking all stainless steel revolver with full size rubber grips. For a fun hard-shooter for plinking, hunting (where legal), target shooting and self defense the Patriot’s power, reduced recoil impulse (20-25 percent less than the .357 Magnum) and recoil reducing rubber grips makes this an powerfully friendly and very affordable revolver to shoot. The Charter Arms Patriot will safely chamber and fire the .32 H & R Magnum round as well as others in the .32 center fire family.

Built on Charter Arm’s robust and popular .44 Special Bulldog frame the Patriot’s 8-groove barrel (unique to Charter Arms) makes for accurate target shooting and improved pressure holding lower resistance bullet deforming velocities over conventional 4- and 6-groove barrels. The all steel 2.2-inch Patriot weighs in at just 22.5-ounces while the 4-inch model comes in at 25-ounces. Light weight, powerful, lower recoil, affordable price; the Charter Arms 2.2 Patriot fills the bill.

Price 2.2-inch model (P/N 73270) $425.00 MSRP; 4-inch model (P/N 73274) with adjustable sights is also only $425.00 MSRP.

But Wait! It gets better! While the supply lasts, the first 2000 Charter Arms Patriots are also sold (no extra cost) with a matching, clip mount Kershaw Scallion 21/4 inch 420 HC stainless-steel blade, grey anodized aluminum handle folding knife with Charter .327 engraved into the handle. Price of a like Kershaw knife is $49.95.

Both revolvers, like all other Charter Arms manufactured revolvers carry lifetime warrantees. Visit Charter Arms at www.charterfirearms.com

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St. Cloud, Minnesota – DPMS Firearms, in conjunction with the Del-Tone/Luth Gun Club and the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), hosted a First Shots seminar Saturday, September 20 in St. Cloud, MN. The free-to-the-public event marked the first time an official First Shots seminar had been offered in the St. Cloud area and 40 local residents, ranging in age from 11 to 71, came out and took their first shots with a handgun, rifle and shotgun. Prior to taking those first shots however, each participant attended a classroom session that focused on firearm safety, education and how to take the next steps in becoming a safe and responsible gun owner.

Originally begun as an introduction to handgun shooting, First Shots seminars have expanded to include rifle and shotgun instruction. Firearms manufacturers such as DPMS, Marlin, Remington Arms Company, Smith & Wesson and Taurus along with ammunition manufacturers Corbon Glaser, Federal Cartridge, Hornady and Remington have all stepped up to donate time, resources and most importantly product, thereby allowing the program to remain free to participants. These same manufacturers recognize the need to help grow the shooting sports and understand that by partnering with the National Shooting Sports Foundation and the First Shots program, more potential new shooters can be provided the opportunity to try shooting in a safe and educational environment all with the hope that they will come back and bring someone with them. “First Shots success is driven by the strong commitments of both ranges and industry corporations. DPMS and Del-Tone/Luth Gun Club are a great example of working together to build support and create new shooters within their local community,” said Cyndi Dalena of the NSSF.

When polled as to their reasons for attending the First Shots event, participant’s responses ranged from a desire to learn about state and local handgun laws to concerns over personal safety while some just wanted to revisit an old pastime or try something new, but all agreed that the classroom and range time were beneficial and informative and that more residents should come out and take their first shots†¦for free. DPMS Firearms is already planning subsequent First Shots seminars for the spring so St. Cloud and Central Minnesota residents should visit www.del-tone-luth.com for dates and times. For more information on the First Shots program, or to find a seminar near you, visit www.firstshots.org.

DPMS Firearms, LLC is an industry leader in providing quality AR-style rifles, components and accessories. No other company offers more styles or configurations of AR rifles. DPMS also provides choices for high-power and small-bore shooters by offering several rifles chambered in .204 Ruger, .223 Remington, 5.56×45 NATO, .243 Winchester, .260 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.8×43 SPC, 7.62×39, .308 Winchester, .300 Remington SAUM and .338 Federal.

Media Contact:
Lea L Ramthun (320) 258-4448 lear@dpmsinc.com or Randy E. Luth , President -DPMS Firearms, LLC (320) 258-4448 or reluth@aol.com

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