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Win an Alpen Riflescope on NRAhuntersrights.org

Friday, March 19th, 2010 at 12:26 pm

Win an Alpen Riflescope on NRAhuntersrights.org

NRAHuntersRights.org

NRAHuntersRights.org

FAIRFAX, Va --(AmmoLand.com)- More great hunting gear is up for grabs in April at NRAhuntersrights.org.

Courtesy of Alpen Optics, we’re giving away an Apex Model 4044 riflescope, a 4x-16x variable that will give you the versatility for deer in the hardwoods or long-range varmint hunting in wide-open terrain.

To enter, just visit www.NRAhuntersrights.org and scroll down to “Gift Giveaway” for simple instructions. Entries for the scope will be accepted April 1 through April 30, and a winner will be announced on May 3rd. (Through the month of March you can also enter to win the current Gift Giveaway—a turkey hunting package from Hunter’s Specialties.)

Alpen Optics 4044 Rifle Scope

Alpen Optics 4044 Rifle Scope

Alpen’s Apex line of scopes offers outstanding quality at an affordable price. The Model 4044 features multi-coated lenses for maximum light transmission and clarity, fast-focus adjustable eyepieces, 4-inch eye relief, side-focus adjustment, ¼ minute click finger windage and elevation controls with quick zero reset, and Alpen’s WBDC reticle for improved accuracy at long distances.

Apex riflescopes have a matte black, non-reflective finish and are waterproof, fogproof and shockproof, making them reliable in all conditions. Included with the scope is a sunshade, lens cloth and lens cap. Free to one lucky winner, this scope retails for $385.

In addition to entering our giveaway, we invite all hunters to submit their hunting photos for our Trophy Gallery. If you shot a great buck last fall, or if you bag a boss gobbler this spring, we want to see it. Simply e-mail your photo to huntersrights@nrahq.org and put “Trophy Gallery” in the subject line. All photos should be sharp, tasteful, and display safe gun handling practices.

Include the following information with your submission:

  • Your name and hometown
  • Date and location of the hunt
  • Firearm used
  • Type of species

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

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Weaver Optics Celebrates 80 Years of Optics Excellence

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010 at 1:12 pm

Weaver Optics Celebrates 80 Years of Optics and Mount Excellence

For 80 years Weaver has been producing proven optics, rings and bases; generations of shooters have come to rely on Weaver’s rugged construction, quality components and unwavering commitment to the shooting sports

For 80 years Weaver has been producing proven optics, rings and bases; generations of shooters have come to rely on Weaver’s rugged construction, quality components and unwavering commitment to the shooting sports

Weaver Optics

Weaver Optics

ONALASKA, Wis. --(AmmoLand.com)- Weaver®, one of the most trusted names in optics, rings and bases celebrates their 80th anniversary with a limited edition K-Series™ K4 steel tube scope. Shipped in a vintage collector’s tin with handsome Timex® Expedition watch, this 4×38mm commemorative scope (MSRP: $486.49) is scheduled for a spring 2010 release.

Return to Weaver roots
For those shooters who love the K-Series and the nostalgia of bygone years, this commemorative K4 fixed power scope is a reflection of a timeless classic.

“We know that millions of hunters were brought up under the Weaver name,” states Tom Knudtson, Weaver’s product line manager. “And many of them fondly remember their first steel tube K4. It was often passed down to future generations of hunters. The K4 remains a true classic and was an obvious choice for our 80th anniversary scope.”

More of a good thing
Just like the original K-Series scopes, the limited edition K4 features the rugged styling of the original combined with many benefits of modern optics technology.

  • 4×38mm fixed power
  • Rugged steel tube construction
  • Fingertip adjustable 1/4″ MOA turrets
  • Dual-X reticle
  • Eye relief: 3.2 inches / Length: 11.5 inches / Weight: 15.3 ounces
  • Shipped in an 80th anniversary collectable tin with Timex Expedition watch

The celebration continues
In addition to the commemorative K4 scope, Weaver’s 80th anniversary celebration continues with the addition of several new products within the Weaver lineup. Parent company ATK has demonstrated their willingness to put significant resources into the Weaver brand. Look for more celebration news throughout 2010 as Weaver continues to aggressively promote their brand.

For more information and Weaver’s 2010 products, news, promotions or product images, visit www.weaveroptics.com.