C&H Precision, led by owner Buck Holly, has acquired an ownership position in Merus Adventure Park near Amarillo, Texas, expanding into guided hunting, long-range precision rifle training, corporate retreats, and industry events on the 5,500-acre property.
Springfield Armory's Echelon 4.0FC 9mm pistol earned the highest gold ranking in the National Tactical Officers Association's Member Tested and Recommended program, scoring 4.65 out of 5.00. The hybrid-style pistol joins the Echelon 4.5F and 4.0C as NTOA MTR gold-ranked firearms, featuring a modular design with a 4" barrel and full-size grip module.
Staccato2011 announced registration is open for the 2026 Staccato National SWAT Championship, presented by Trijicon, taking place September 25–27 at Staccato Ranch Vegas. The expanded event will feature 60 competing law enforcement teams competing for a $150,000 prize pool, with all proceeds benefiting Fallen Blue.
Meprolight-sponsored shooter Garrett Tyler won his first overall Precision Rifle Series Atlantic Coast Regional match at Colemans Creek Training Center on May 16, 2026. Tyler, a two-time Atlantic Coast Region Production Class Champion, competed using the Meprolight MVO 3-18x44 precision riflescope against a competitive regional field.
Team Ruger Captain Doug Koenig won his record-breaking 21st Bianchi Cup Championship at the 2026 event in Columbia, MO, using his Ruger SR1911 Custom Shop pistol. Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. congratulated Koenig on his exceptional performance and dedication to competitive excellence.
Firearms Policy Coalition filed a federal lawsuit, NRA v. Moore, challenging Maryland's ban on semiautomatic handguns with cruciform trigger bars, including most Glock pistols. The National Rifle Association and Second Amendment Foundation seek a permanent injunction against enforcement of the ban signed by Governor Wes Moore.
The Second Amendment Foundation, National Rifle Association, and Firearms Policy Coalition filed a lawsuit challenging Maryland's Senate Bill 334, which bans machine gun convertible pistols effective January 1, 2027. SAF Executive Adam Kraut stated the law bans nearly every Glock and Glock-style handgun, arguing these commonly owned arms are protected by the Second Amendment.
Federal Ammunition announced an agreement with the United States Army to utilize its patented Peak Alloy ammunition case technology across multiple cartridges and weapon systems. The high-strength steel alloy casing enables chamber pressures exceeding 80,000 PSI for higher velocities in compact rifles.
ZEV Technologies, backed by Syndicate Group and led by President Taylor Goode and Senior Business Advisor Jeff Stawiarski, is recruiting a Vice President of Sales to lead revenue growth across commercial, law enforcement, and defense channels. The role offers long-term career opportunity with a brand undergoing strategic transformation and cultural rebuilding.
Custom & Collectable Firearms is seeking a skilled Gunsmith Specialist for their expanding team specializing in premium custom 1911 handguns from platforms like Colt and Kimber. The full-time position involves firearm assembly, quality control, inspection, and production support with benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance.
CZ announces the CZ 75 Legend is now shipping to dealers nationwide. The new pistol honors the influential CZ 75 design with classic styling, steel frame construction, and double-action/single-action operation, blending timeless characteristics with refined features for modern shooters and collectors.
Bleecker Street Publications announced the complete redesign and relaunch of GAT Deals, featuring a new Ammo Finder engine with access to over 70,000 live ammunition listings from major retailers. The platform includes advanced filtering capabilities and a $500 Ammunition Depot gift card giveaway promotion running through June.
The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms praised prosecutors in Powhatan, Pulaski, Smyth, and Spotsylvania counties—Phillip Blevins Jr., Rob Cerullo, Justin L. Griffin, and Ryan Mehaffey—for refusing to enforce Virginia's assault firearms ban signed by Gov. Abigail Spanberger, citing Second Amendment violations.
Galco has released the Summer Comfort IWB holster for the Springfield SA-35 4", featuring a snap-on design with premium steerhide construction, smooth leather, and full firing grip clearance for concealed carry.
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. introduced the Ruger ReadyDot micro reflex sight system for the LCP MAX pistol, featuring a fiber-illuminated reticle designed for battery-less operation at concealed carry ranges. The sight enables shooters to keep both eyes open while maintaining fast target acquisition.
Built from the tried-and-true L15 platform, Lancer Systems has now added a 300 Blackout pistol and rifle to the lineup. While most platforms require you to choose, The L15 Patrol pistol and rifle are specifically designed and tuned to function suppressed, unsuppressed, supersonic, or subsonic with no end user adjustment.
Derya announced the official launch of its RAN and RAN-X lever-action series, featuring modernized designs with factory-integrated aftermarket upgrades including threaded barrels, M-LOK forends, and adjustable stocks. Available in .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, and .45 Long Colt, the series will be showcased at GunCon 2026.
Iron Valley Supply offers a wide selection of firearms, range gear, and gun cleaning and storage solutions for Father's Day shoppers. The Birmingham, Alabama-based distributor of shooting sports and outdoor products provides sales flyers and product information at IronValleySupply.com.
One Horse, a U.S.-based firearms manufacturer founded by Jeremy Hammons, launched its exclusive new suppressor series built from Grade 5 titanium. The line includes two models: the RYN .30 CAL and ASHE 5.56, both featuring competitive pricing, included mounting components, and hardcoat Cerakote finishes.
Daniel Defense is reintroducing its legendary GL/SSC platform to the civilian market in short-barreled rifle and pistol caliber configurations. Originally developed for US Special Forces, the platform features a 12.5-inch cold hammer forged barrel, RIS II rail system, and is compatible with suppressors and M203 mounting accessories.
XTech Tactical launched extended magazines for M&P9 2.0, M&P9 Compact, and FPC with nickel coatings, offering superior corrosion resistance. The line features custom 17-7 stainless steel springs, patented MTX extensions, and lifetime warranties, with pricing starting at $39.95.
Silent Steel USA has partnered with Guns.com to offer the complete Streamer suppressor family and BoltLok HUB QD Mounting System. The lineup includes Streamer, Compact Streamer, and Micro Streamer models featuring FLOW-IQ gas management technology, available in multiple calibers nationwide.
RCBS announces availability of reloading dies for the new 25 Weatherby RPM cartridge, featuring a full-length sizer die and bullet seater die precision-machined in the USA with an MSRP of $60.50.
SnapSafe introduces the One-Gun Keypad Vault, a compact heavy-duty steel security solution featuring a programmable keypad, battery backup, and quick access for responsible gun owners. Owned by Hornady Manufacturing, the vault accommodates most full-frame pistols and includes protective foam lining and flexible mounting options.
Zanders, a national distributor based in Sparta, Illinois, announced it is now the exclusive distributor of 1st Phorm nutritional products to its dealer network. The partnership expands Zanders' product offerings to include 1st Phorm's protein supplements, wellness formulas, and performance products for outdoor and sporting goods retailers.
The Armory Life magazine's Summer 2026 issue features a cover story interview with actor Joe Mantegna, a Second Amendment supporter and avid shooter. The 96-page quarterly publication includes reviews of Springfield Armory firearms and a World War I historical piece by Capt. Dale Dye.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is constructing a new public shooting range on Roscommon State Forest lands in St. Helen, funded by Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration grants. The Ogemaw Hills Sportsmen Association will lease and operate the staffed facility, with completion expected in fall 2026.
The National Rifle Association awarded $15,000 in college scholarships to 2025 Youth Education Summit attendees Kaitlyn Ware and Sam Poulin through the Y.E.S. Grand Scholarship program. Recipients completed community projects promoting firearm safety and shooting sports, including hosting Eddie Eagle GunSafe® events and starting NRA affiliated shooting clubs.
Dead Air Silencers announced its role as headline sponsor of the SPARC Series, a regional precision rifle competition expanding across Utah, Arizona, Nevada, and Idaho. Director of Marketing Jared Rehm stated the sponsorship aligns with Dead Air's focus on purpose-built, high-performance suppressors for competitive shooting environments.
This is Rangemaster’s “Drill of the Month” – a piece that has become a part of our feature rotation. It is part of that company’s monthly newsletter. As always, start slow before trying to progress. If you’re not familiar with use of the holster – especially from concealment – and, not familiar with the most dangerous thing you’ll do at the range, putting the gun into the holster – seek education first. You can shoot the whole thing from low ready, just to see how you do. The Rangemaster instructors travel. Check the website.
Throughout 2026 we will be running a Drill of the Month in each edition of the newsletter. The goal is to help motivate folks to get to the range and actually shoot their defensive weapons, and to have some fun in the process. Each month we’ll post a drill or a short course of fire. You are encouraged to go to the range, shoot the drill, and then post your thoughts and a photo of your target on the Rangemaster Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/rangemaster/.
ARMADA STANDARDS
My (Tom Givens) personal vehicle is a Nissan Armada, which is 18 feet long. This entire drill is to be shot at 18 feet (6 yards), the length of my vehicle. This is an incredibly common engagement distance in real life defensive shootings.
The target to be used is the B8, B8-C or FBI-IP1. Score it as printed, except that anything further out than the 7 ring counts for zero points.
Use hit factor scoring - record the time for each string. Add the total points and divide by total elapsed time to get the score.
Strings of fire:
Draw and fire 6 rounds, use two hands to shoot.
Start at low ready, with the gun in your dominant hand. Shoot, using the dominant hand only, 4 rounds.
Start at low ready, with the gun in your non-dominant hand. With the non-dominant hand only, fire 4 rounds.
Start with 4 rounds in the gun, holstered. On the signal draw and fire 4 rounds to slide lock, reload immediately, and fire 2 more rounds, using both hands.
The drill consumes 20 rounds total for a score of 200 points possible on the target. Par score (points divided by time) is 8. Your goal is a score higher than 8, the higher the better.
– Tom Givens, Chief Firearms Instructor, Rangemaster Firearms Training Services
