Gear Roundup: Summer Shooting Fun

Winchester American Lever Range Ammo

Whether you’re cracking tin cans or shooting the center out of a paper target, if you’re wielding a lever gun, then Winchester’s new American Lever Range ammo is for you. Built for accuracy, feeding and function with loads tailor-made for your lever gun via modern propellants, optimized bullet profiles and uniform powder charges. Available in .30-30 Win., .357 Mag., .44 Mag., .45 Colt and 45-70 Gov’t. $29.99-$60.99; winchester.com

Savage 110 RF Core Tactical

The Savage 110 has just gone rimfire. Built with the proven 110 action on the same full-size platform as its centerfire brethren, the new 110 RF Core Tactical features everything you love about the Savage 110, including an AccuStock with upgraded AccuFit V2 stock adjustments, an adjustable AccuTrigger and, unique to the 110 RF, a bolt throw that’s adjustable from standard 22 rimfire length to a .308 length so you can train with a full-length bolt throw. The rifle feeds from a 10-round AICS-type magazine. $1,099; savagearms.com

Birchwoood Casey Dirty Bird Targets

Looking to aim at something other than just a bullseye? Transform your range into a carnival shooting gallery this summer with the Lucky Shot and Trophy Room Dirty Bird Targets from Birchwood Casey. These 12x18-inch cardboard targets are painted bright with multiple aiming points that show a visible splatter on impact. Whether you shoot for accuracy or speed, these targets are sure to add some competitive fun to a day at the range. 6 pack/$9.99; birchwoodcasey.com

Bond Arms Snake Slayer

Summertime is primetime for snakes, and as they say: always be prepared. Compact and powerful, the Snake Slayer is available chambered in .357 Mag./.38 Spl., as well as our favorite for snakes, the dual-caliber option accommodating both .45 Colt and .410 shotshells. The platform allows users to swap barrels with additional caliber options, including .22 caliber. $603; bondarms.com

Longshot Target Cameras Ranger+

When placed near your target, the WiFi-enabled Ranger+ target camera from Longshot sends a live feed video to your tablet or phone, making it easy to view shot placement out to 1,000 yards in real time. Paired with the Longshot App, you can review sessions, save stills or video, track your hits and mark groups. The app can even measure group size, locate the center point and recommend click adjustments. $449; longshotcameras.com

Ruger 10/22

Along with a slew of new models with varying stock configurations, barrel lengths and included accessories, the nation’s favorite rimfire, the Ruger 10/22, has received a few key feature upgrades this year. Available on most models, including takedown models, these updated 10/22s sport an easier-to-use match bolt release and the company’s BX-Trigger, which offers a crisp 2.5- to 3-pound pull weight with minimal overtravel and a positive reset. $299-$599; ruger.com

SME Steel Spinning Target System

Crank up the fun factor this summer with the Spinning Target System from SME. Made to handle firearms up to .22 caliber, this reactionary target sports three durable-steel floating targets that spin when you hit them. A highly visible neon green paint job stands out downrange. $19.99; shootingmadeeasy.com

Caldwell ClayCopter Surface-to-Air

The next evolution of the Caldwell ClayCopter, the Surface-to-Air target launcher allows for handsfree fun. Capable of launching up to 300 ClayCopter discs on a single charge, the Surface-to-Air is portable, lightweight, and can launch singles or pairs with optional randomized wabble and oscillating functions. Use the Caldwell Clays App to control launch from up to 100 yards away, pair it with multiple throwers, operate via voice control and customize a launch sequence. $549.99; caldwellshooting.com

Real Avid Ratchet Rest Shooting Bags

If you’re shooting for the utmost accuracy, and you’re tired of readjusting your shooting bags between shots, then the Ratchet Rest adjustable height shooting bags are for you. Click-adjustable for height utilizing a ratcheting elevation system, these bags provide a consistent and repeatable shooting platform. Built with a non-slip rubberized base and a waxed canvas top to provide grip on your firearm. Available in three sizes to suit your front and rear rest needs. $44.99-$79.99; realavid.com

TruGlo Reactive Splatter Targets

TruGlo’s adhesive 12x12 splatter targets have been making it easier to see your hits for years. Now, the company adds a highly visible fluorescent pink color to their lineup. Targets are available with diamonds or circles and clearly reveal each point of impact with a pink splatter halo. Included replacement dots extend the target life, and the ¼-inch Accu-Grid system simplifies sighting in your firearm. 6 pack/$9.99; truglo.com