Montana-based firearms manufacturer Shield Arms announced this week the release of the world’s first folding AR-15 lower receiver, the aptly-named Folding Lower Receiver (FLR). Currently only offered in the 9mm SA-9 Stripped Receiver, the FLR features a folding mechanism machined directly into the 7075 billet aluminum receiver.
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Shield Arms Releases ‘World’s First Folding AR-15 Lower Receiver’
Published: November 1, 2018 { 14 comments }
FedEx Severs Relationship with NRA, Says Decision Is Not Politically Motivated
Published: October 31, 2018 { 44 comments }International shipping giant Fed-Ex announced yesterday their decision to sever ties with the National Rifle Association, according to Reuters. But the move has nothing to do with the recent mass murder in a Pittsburg synagogue, the company says. Instead, it claims that business members of the NRA did not bring in enough shipping volume to warrant the discount program it offered to the pro-gun group.
Mossberg Expanding Shockwave Series with the New Nightstick and More
Published: October 31, 2018 { 10 comments }The new 12-gauge is called the “Nightstick” and it’s a successor to the Shockwave, now with traditional wood furniture.
Dick’s Facing $5.4 Million Lawsuit following Ammo Deal
Published: October 25, 2018 { 34 comments }Battle Born Munitions is taking Dick’s Sporting Goods to court, accusing them of shady business practices that wound up costing the company over $5 million.
Don’t Vote for the Gun-Grabber! Use NSSF’s Congressional Scorecard for Midterms
Published: October 25, 2018 { 11 comments }“The National Shooting Sports Foundation is following a practice similar to that of other trade associations that report on how candidates voted on issues impacting their ability to conduct the lawful commerce in arms and encouraging participation in hunting and the shooting sports,” said Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF Senior Vice President and General Counsel for Government and Public Affairs.
CZ Announcing American-Made, Optics-Ready P-10 Pistols
Published: October 24, 2018 { 2 comments }After several months in the works, CZ-USA will now be making P-10 pistols right in the heart of the U.S., Kansas City. They’re also expanding the series with subcompact and full-size models.
Hornady Celebrates 70 Years A Little Early with New Facility
Published: October 24, 2018 { 1 comment }J.W. Hornady founded the company in 1949 in Grand Island, Nebraska. What began in small shop has grown into one of the biggest names in ammunition and reloading equipment in the world. Hornady opened the new facility this month and has introduced two new cartridges.
H&K Goes West with American-Style Push-Button VP9 Pistol
Published: October 23, 2018 { 11 comments }The updated B model has a reversible push-button magazine release along with all the features that make the VP9 the success it’s been.
NRA Partners with Cordova Coolers in Wake of YETI Controversy
Published: October 18, 2018 { 11 comments }“Cordova is a company that has an unrelenting commitment to the Second Amendment and respect for our freedoms,” continued Schropp. “They build a quality American-made product that stands up to the needs and the lifestyles of our members.”
Ruger’s New Custom Shop Guns, Magnum RPRs and SP101 in Black
Published: October 17, 2018 { 2 comments }Ruger is adding a new premium line of factory-tuned rifles and pistols with the new Custom Shop as well as magnum RPRs and a long-awaited SP101.