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TrackingPoint Going Under
TrackingPoint Going Under
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May 18, 2015
Shooting Sports Retailer has learned that TrackingPoint, makers of a high-tech rifle that is billed as being able to shoot a moving target at almost 1,000 yards, has suspended all orders for its so-called precision guided firearm "due to financial difficulty."
Is 2015 The Year Of The Airgun?
Is 2015 The Year Of The Airgun?
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May 14, 2015
The airgun market is definitely on the move. There are more airgun models available today than ever before, the technology used in these airguns keeps improving, sales are up and the manufacturers are aggressively marketing their wares.
What Guns And Gear Do Older Shooters Want?
What Guns And Gear Do Older Shooters Want?
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May 08, 2015
Let’s face it, gun store customers are getting older. And while more new shooters are entering the market, our seniors have the money and want to spend it on their favorite pastime.
Browning Black Label Shock N’ Awesome Tactical Tomahawk
Browning Black Label Shock N’ Awesome Tactical Tomahawk
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May 04, 2015
The Shock N’ Awesome Tomahawk has an overall length of 13 inches and the high carbon 1055 tool steel blade length is 2-5/8 inches. Opposite the blade is a curved penetration spike.
Should You Offer Gun Cleaning And Restoration Services?
Should You Offer Gun Cleaning And Restoration Services?
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May 01, 2015
Gun restoration and cleaning can be profitable, but there are some serious considerations before you decide to undertake a project.
Want An Arsenal SLR-107FR Series Rifle? Forget It...
Want An Arsenal SLR-107FR Series Rifle? Forget It...
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April 30, 2015
One of the most sought after AK-style rifle manufacturers and importers announced it will not be able to stock dealers with its Bulgarian-made, stamped receiver AK clones due to a "sharp increase in violence in places such as Middle East."
The Best Guns For Smaller Shooters
The Best Guns For Smaller Shooters
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April 30, 2015
More companies are offering pistols, rifles and shotguns built for smaller-framed shooters these days, with a dizzying array of models, colors and calibers to choose from. Making sure your customers get the best fit could help bring the next generation into the shooting sports.
Hornady Offers Lead-Free Ammunition For Big Game
Hornady Offers Lead-Free Ammunition For Big Game
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April 28, 2015

Hornady is set to release a new non-lead cartridge able to lay a smack down on big game as tough as wild boar and can be used by shooters and hunters anywhere traditional lead bullets have been outlawed.
Awesomeness: Ruger Mini 14 In 300 Blackout
Awesomeness: Ruger Mini 14 In 300 Blackout
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April 22, 2015
The Ruger Mini-14 features a 16.1 inch medium contour, cold hammer-forged barrel with a 1:7 twist. It's fitted with a threaded flash hider that can be easily removed to install suppressors. The rifle includes two 20-round magazines engraved with the rifle's chambering.
This Year's Hottest Rifles And Shotguns
This Year's Hottest Rifles And Shotguns
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April 21, 2015
With new models to fit every shooter and some surprising introductions, this year’s stable of shotguns and rifles is sure to make customers happy.
Which Guns Do Women Really Want?
Which Guns Do Women Really Want?
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April 17, 2015
In an extensive study that spanned over a year and surveyed more than 1,000 gun owners, the nation’s top firearms industry advocacy group tries to unlock the motivations and desires of a market that’s becoming more of a driving force in the gun world.
Landry Offers Signature Series Rifles from Savage
Landry Offers Signature Series Rifles from Savage
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April 17, 2015
Three new models all feature a rugged synthetic stock with distinctive gator camouflage and Troy Landry’s signature and “Choot ‘em” logo.
Who Wants An H&K P30SK?
Who Wants An H&K P30SK?
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April 14, 2015
The HK P30SK was designed to deliver the most popular and useful features of the full-sized P30 and P30L pistols in a smaller, affordable package.
Why Women Like The AR-15
Why Women Like The AR-15
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April 09, 2015
While handguns are far and away the most popular firearms among female gun owners, AR-style rifles are making a major impact in the women’s market.
5 Things To Consider Before Adding Custom Gunsmithing To Your Store
5 Things To Consider Before Adding Custom Gunsmithing To Your Store
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April 08, 2015
Custom gun making can be a profitable side business, but it’s important to make sure you’ve considered all the benefits — and pitfalls — before you jump.
Hands On The New Remington RM380
Hands On The New Remington RM380
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April 07, 2015
Shooting Sports Retailer had the chance to give the new RM380 a run during a writer's event at Gunsite Academy last year and the bantam-weight beauty is a hoot to shoot.
This Year's Hot Gear And Gadgets
This Year's Hot Gear And Gadgets
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April 06, 2015
Rifles, pistols, ammunition and shotguns tend to make all the headlines at the 2015 SHOT Show. But look a little deeper and you’ll find lots of great gear and gadgets that are sure to bring your customers smiles.
What Type Of Laser Should You Stock?
What Type Of Laser Should You Stock?
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April 06, 2015
When it comes to types of lasers, we need to think in two dimensions. The first relates to how a laser is integrated with the handgun. The second addresses the method of activation. That’s fancy terminology for “how does it turn on and off?”
Making Margins With Custom Guns: A Look At Republic Forge
Making Margins With Custom Guns: A Look At Republic Forge
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April 03, 2015
Try standing out from the pack by offering your customers a firearm made just for them … and make money while you’re at it.
Poll: How Do You Feel About The War On Tannerite?
Poll: How Do You Feel About The War On Tannerite?
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April 01, 2015
Tell us what you think about Tannerite and whether it should be legal to buy over the counter or face some regulation.