NSSF: Firearms Industry Booming Since 2008
The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) has released its 2016 industry economic impact report, and the numbers are staggering: The total economic impact of the firearms and ammunition industry in the United States increased from $19.1 billion in 2008 to $49.3 billion in 2015, a 158 percent increase. Meanwhile, the total number of full-time jobs in the industry rose from approximately 166,000 to almost 288,000, a 73 percent spike.
Ammo Increasingly Goes Custom
Whether you are a hunter, target shooter, competitor or all of the above, you need to be aware of the trends developing in the ammunition industry, as simply buying the same ammo you always have might mean giving up accuracy and performance.
Ruger Appoints NRA Past President Sandra Froman to Board of Directors
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., has announced that its Board of Directors has voted to appoint Sandra S. Froman—an NRA Past President—as a board member, effective immediately.
Winchester Repeating Arms Recalling Select 3½" SXP Shotguns
Winchester Repeating Arms has announced an immediate recall of select 3½" chamber SXP (Super X Pump) shotguns. Under certain circumstances, the shotguns may unintentionally discharge upon the closing of the action.
Shooting Illustrated Announces 'Thanks A Million' Sweepstakes
On November 15th, our sister publication Shooting Illustrated exceeded 1 million "likes" on Facebook. To celebrate, the folks over there want to do something exciting for the page's fans. The result? A sweepstakes. Get the details here.
Remington Announces Voluntary Model 887 Shotgun Recall
Remington has anounced a voluntary recall of Model 887 shotguns manufactured from December 1, 2013 to November 24, 2014.
Hornady Named NASGW Ammo Manufacturer of the Year
Hornady Manufacturing was presented with the “2014 Ammunition Manufacturer of the Year” Award by the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) at an awards ceremony last week.
Sitka Pledges to Donate Up to $20,000 to RMEF
Sitka Gear, a longtime supporter and advocate of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) has pledged to donate up to $20,000 to help solidify the future of elk hunting, conservation and land access—with your help.
Mossberg Wins NASGW 'Innovator of the Year' Award
O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc., was presented with the “2014 Innovator of the Year” Award during the opening night festivities at the 2014 NASGW Expo & 41st Annual Meeting earlier this week in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Stoeger Offering $50 'Payday' Rebate
From October 1 through December 31, 2014, Stoeger is offering a "Payday" rebate to consumers. The purchase of any new Stoeger firearm will be rewarded with a $50 cash rebate.
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