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June 2nd, 2025

BargainFinder 506: AccurateShooter’s Deals of the Week

At the request of our readers, we provide select “Deals of the Week”. Every Sunday afternoon or Monday morning we offer our Best Bargain selections. Here are some of the best deals on firearms, hardware, reloading components, optics, and shooting accessories. Be aware that sale prices are subject to change, and once clearance inventory is sold, it’s gone for good. You snooze you lose.

NOTE: All listed products are for sale to persons 18 years of age or older. No products are intended for use by minors.

1. EuroOptic Clearance Sales: Vortex, Leupold, Burris, Swarovski

⏺️ » Major savings (35-50%) on big name optics

Excellent vendor EuroOptic.com is running a major clearance sale this week on big name optics. You can save hundreds on quality scopes from Burris, Leupold, Swarovski, and Vortex. Click theses links for the Clearance Sales by manufacturers: Burris | Leupold | Swarovski | Vortex

2. Amazon — Garmin Xero C1 Chrono + Tripod Package, $560.99

⏺️ » Great package for just $11 more than Chrono alone

Right now you can get the Garmin Xero C1 Pro Chronograph by itself for $549.99 at many vendors. However, for just $11 more ($560.99 total) you can get a Garmin Xero C1 Pro Package complete with tripod, charging accessories, and more. This $560.99 package includes Garmin Xero C1 Pro Chronograph, USB Charging Adapters, White Cube, 6Ave Microfiber Cleaning Cloth, USB Car Adapter, P-Bank Battery, 72 Inch Pro Heavy-Duty Aluminum Tripod. That’s a great deal.

3. MidwayUSA — Vortex 5-25X Scope & Laser RF Combo, $499.99

⏺️ » Great combo offer for FFP scope and good laser rangefinder

Here’s a good Scope/Rangefinder combo package for PRS/NRL shooters and varmint hunters. For just $499.99 ($200 off) you get both scope and rangefinder. The Vortex 5-25x56mm Venom scope has First Focal Plane EBR-7C MOA reticle, 34mm tube for ample turret travel, and RevStop Zero System. This is a good FFP optic for folks who prefer MOA clicks. The Vortex Crossfire HD 1400 Laser Rangefinder features an HD optical system, three target modes, and red TOLED display. Vortex states this LRF “ranges deer up to 750 yards, trees up to 950 yards, and reflective targets up to 1400 yards.”

4. Midsouth — Sale on Hornady Tools and Accessories

⏺️ » Nearly all Hornady dies, tool and products on sale this week

Right now at Midsouth nearly all Hornady Tools and Dies are on sale including Reloading Presses (single, progressive, and combo kits), Powder Measures and Scales (manual and electronic), Reloading Dies, Priming Tools, Gauges/Mics/Calipers, and Case Prep Tools and Lubes. Savings are significant. For example the Hornady L-N-L Classic Single-Stage Press Reloading Kit is now $339.99, a $60 savings!

5. MidwayUSA — Walker’s Rechargeable NRR20 Walkie-Talkie Electronic Muffs (2 units), $159.99

⏺️ Nice pair of Walkie-Talkie Muffs that can be recharged

Here’s a great item for buddies or family members who hunt together or compete in pair matches. MidwayUSA is offering a matched pair of Walker’s FireMax Rechargeable Muffs for just $159.99, 66% Off MSRP. You never need to buy batteries — these run for 150 hours after charging with a standard USB-C cable. These NRR20 muffs have comfortable Gel earpads and omni-directional microphones. This combo pack includes two earmuffs and two detachable Walkie Talkie units. The Walkie Talkies offer 4 Frequency modes: Universal, Clear Voice, High-Frequency, Power Boost.

6. Dahlonega Armory — Citadel Mariner 12ga Shotgun, $174.91

⏺️ Good durable nickel-coated 12ga pump shotgun

If you are looking for a good, tough 12ga defensive shotgun, here’s a fantastic deal. The Citadel Mariner 12ga pump-action shotgun features a durable nickel finish and barrel heat-shield. It comes complete with front and rear sights, an optics rail, plus a shotshell carrier on the left side of the action. This cool pump shotgun is now just $174.91 on sale — an amazing deal, $104 off the normal price.

7. Midsouth — Summer Clearance Sale, up to 50% Off

⏺️ » Huge savings on reloading kits, ammo, and other gear

Midsouth is running a major Summer Clearance Sale right now, with discounts up to 50%. There are major savings on ammo, reloading presses, gun cases and more. For example, you can save $100 on a LEE Six Pack Pro 6000 progressive press with FREE shipping.

8. Harbor Freight — Apache 9800 53″ Rifle Hard Case, $149.99

⏺️ Excellent, rugged rifle case at a very good price

When flying or driving it’s vital to protect your rifles. A good hard case option (at a great price) is the APACHE 9800 Weatherproof Protective Rifle Case. On sale for $149.99, this 53″-long case is $190.00 less than an equivalent-size Pelican case. Constructed from durable polypropylene, this quality hard case can protect long guns from from impact, moisture, and dust. The built-in purge valve equalizes pressure so you can open the case after changing elevations. NOTE: Case interior dimensions are 50⅜” by 13⅝”.

9. Midsouth — Lee Challenger Press with BONUS Die Set, $83.99

⏺️ » Get good single-stage press AND die set

The LEE Challenger is the world’s best-selling single station press. The latest Gen III Challenger features an ergonomic lever plus convenient drop-tube for spent primers. Right now LEE is offering a FREE carbide die set with the purchase of the LEE Gen III Challenger Press. Chose one of five cartridge types: .223 Rem, 9mm Luger, .38 SPL/.357 Mag, .44 SPL/.44 Mag, and .45 ACP. Another good feature of the LEE Press is the Breech Lock Quick Change Die System — change dies instantly with a twist of the wrist.

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June 2nd, 2025

.300 Blackout Fired in .223 Rem — Mistake Is Disasterous

.300 AAC Blackout 300 BLK kaboom accident blowup cartridge failure barrel .223 Rem 5.56
Photos and Facebook post by Tactical Rifle Shooters

Yet another .300 Blackout disaster. Unfortunately, that .300 Blackout cartridge can fit in a .223 Rem chamber. Shooting a .308-caliber bullet in .223 bore is a recipe for disaster.

.300 AAC Blackout 300 BLK kaboom accident blowup cartridge failure barrel .223 Rem 5.56

.300 AAC Blackout 300 BLK kaboom accident blowup cartridge failure barrel .223 Rem 5.56 The .300 AAC Blackout aka “300 BLK”, is a compact 30-caliber cartridge designed to work in AR-15 rifles. It has a shorter cartridge case to accommodate the bigger 30-caliber bullet while still fitting in a standard AR-15 magazine. Unfortunately, that’s the danger. A careless shooter can toss a .300 Blackout cartridge in with .223 Rem rounds without noting. And because the case-head size is the same as the .223 Rem (5.56×45) the rifle’s bolt assembly will happily chamber and fire the .300 BLK round. Problem is, that forces a .308 diameter bullet down an undersized .223-caliber bore. Not good!

This images were provided by Tactical Rifle Shooters on Facebook. The message was clear: “Don’t try to run 300 Blackout in your .223/5.56mm. It won’t end well. The problem is identical rifles and identical magazines but different calibers.”

Image from Accurate Shooter Forum. Cutaway shows the jammed .30-Cal bullet:
.300 AAC Blackout 300 BLK kaboom accident blowup cartridge failure barrel .223 Rem 5.56

For those who MUST have a .300 Blackout, here are some things you can do:

1. Use different colored magazines for .300 Blackout vs. .223 Rem.
2. Fit all your uppers with caliber-labeled ejection port covers.
3. Mark .223 Rem upper handguards with the caliber in bright paint.
4. Mark all .300 BLK Rounds with heavy black marker.

.300 AAC Blackout 300 BLK kaboom accident blowup cartridge failure barrel .223 Rem 5.56

Comments by Folks Who Viewed these .300 Blackout Disaster Photos:

“The .300 Blackout is simply a badly-designed round. A properly-designed round would have had a feature in the shape that would have prevented cross loading in the first place.” — D. Santiago

“I almost made that mistake… I had a magazine of 300 BLK inserted in my .223/5.56 all night. Fortunately, I never pulled the trigger. Once I realized the mistake, I almost got ill. [After that incident] I no longer own a 300 BLK.” — B. Welch

“Happened to me hog hunting from a helo. Gun exploded in my face.” — B. Hood

“Fire-forming projectiles [is] so wrong in centerfire!” — M. Stres

“Had some dude come into the store the other day wanting .300 Blackout ammo to shoot in his 5.56 AR. It took 15 minutes of explaining for him to understand you got to have a .300 Blackout Upper!” — R. Williams

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June 2nd, 2025

Factory Tour at SIG Sauer HQ with Fish/Wildlife Agency Reps

Sig sauer conservation US fish wildlife NSSF meet factory

State and regional fish and wildlife representatives from across the country recently visited SIG SAUER, Inc. headquarters and the SIG SAUER Academy in New Hampshire. These groups came to see the firearm manufacturing process. This would help them understand how guns and ammo excise taxes fund a sizable portion of modern conservation agency jobs, research, habitat projects, equipment, and technology.

Sig sauer conservation US fish wildlife NSSF meet factory

Gun Industry Funds Wildlife Conservation
One of the most significant funding sources for conservation derives from firearm, ammunition, fishing and archery equipment manufacturers through the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration program. Nearly $1.1 billion in funding is generated annually.

Sig sauer conservation US fish wildlife NSSF meet factory

Participants toured the manufacturing facility, seeing every step of the manufacturing process – they even tested the firearms at SIG SAUER Academy. This collaborative event was made possible through the Partner With A Payer Initiative, which connects state and federal agency staff to the manufacturers whose products generate excise taxes, enabling vital conservation work throughout the USA.

Major partners of this tour include the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), NSSF — The Firearm Industry Trade Association, and Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports (CAHSS). The event was featured as part of the annual National R3 Symposium that focuses on the the recruitment, retention, and reactivation of target shooters and hunters. That in turn helps the represented agencies increase conservation funding via excise taxes.

Sig sauer conservation US fish wildlife NSSF meet factory

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BargainFinder 506: AccurateShooter’s Deals of the Week

1. EuroOptic Clearance Sales: Vortex, Leupold, Burris, Swarovski

2. Amazon — Garmin Xero C1 Chrono + Tripod Package, $560.99

3. MidwayUSA — Vortex 5-25X Scope & Laser RF Combo, $499.99

4. Midsouth — Sale on Hornady Tools and Accessories

5. MidwayUSA — Walker’s Rechargeable NRR20 Walkie-Talkie Electronic Muffs (2 units), $159.99

6. Dahlonega Armory — Citadel Mariner 12ga Shotgun, $174.91

7. Midsouth — Summer Clearance Sale, up to 50% Off

8. Harbor Freight — Apache 9800 53″ Rifle Hard Case, $149.99

9. Midsouth — Lee Challenger Press with BONUS Die Set, $83.99

.300 Blackout Fired in .223 Rem — Mistake Is Disasterous

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