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. Palmetto SA — AR-15 M4 Rifle Starter Bundle, $679.99
⏺️ Complete package for new AR shooters — gun, optic, case and much more
This combo kit includes all you need to get started with an AR carbine (except ammo). This handy $679.99 AR Package includes: PSA PA-15 Classic M4 Carbine (16″ barrel); Vortex Strikefire II 1x30mm 4 MOA Red/Green Dot optic; PSA 36″ Rifle Bag, Magpul PMAG A4/M4 30rd Magazine; Magpul MBUS AR-15 Rear Iron Sight; Real Avid Gun Boss AR Cleaning Kit; Walkers Electronic Muffs and Glasses Combo; and Champion 50-yard notebook target pack. With this package you save $62+ off the individual items total cost. For someone getting started with a Black Rifle, this is a very handy gun/gear collection.
2. Smith & Wesson — FREE Viridian Optic with Pistol Purchase
⏺️ Get Viridian optic worth $290 when you buy new S&W handgun
Now through April 30, 2025, you can get a FREE Viridian RFX15 Green Dot Reflex Sight with the purchase of a qualifying Smith & Wesson pistol. The RFX15 is a 3 MOA optic with 17x24mm viewing window, brightness controls, and auto shut-off/Instant-On® technology. This optic has a $289.00 MSRP and works with various frame and slide sizes. Eligible S&W pistols include select M&P M2.0, Shield Plus, M&P5.7, M&P22 Magnum, Performance Center Competitor/Carry Comp, and S&W Equalizer pistols. Learn more at Smith-wesson.com/rebates. To view/print rebate form, CLICK HERE.
If you are looking for a good, tough 12ga defensive shotgun, here’s a super 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 $181.00 on sale — an amazing deal, $98 off the normal price.
4. Amazon — Garmin Xero C1 Chrono with Accessories, $609.95
⏺️ Superb Radar Chrono plus battery and accesssories
The Garmin Xero C1 Pro Chronograph is the most popular radar Chrono on the market now for good reason. It is ultra-reliable, very accurate, easy to set up, and very compact. The price for the unit by itself is $599.99 for all legit sellers, but Amazon is offering a nice deal. For ten bucks more you can get a Garmin Xero C1 Combo Kit which includes external battery, charging accessories, extra cables, car charging socket, and cleaning cloth. If you want for a Garmin C1 Pro, this kit is worth the $10 extra. Plus Amazon Prime members get FREE 2-day shipping. Another option to consider is the nice Xero C1 Pro Carry Case.
5. Palmetto SA — Bulk .22 LR Ammo, 6 to 8 cents per round
⏺️ Great deals on American-made rimfire ammo — Federal, Rem, Winchester
For fun close-range shooting, it’s hard to beat the .22 LR rimfire cartridge. It is inexpensive, has low recoil, and barrels last many thousands of rounds. Right now you can get good, reliable, American-made .22 LR ammo at big savings. Bulk ammo packs of 250 to 1400 rounds are on sale for just 6 to 8 cents per round at Palmetto State Armory. Show above are three bargain packs, but there are many other great deals.
⏺️ Fast, programmable, accurate dispenser at great price
The Frankford Arsenal Intellidropper (#ad) is a high-quality powder scale/dispenser. It’s accurate to +/- one-tenth of a grain, dispenses in seconds, and can be controlled by a handy mobile App that stores charge weights for different cartridges. This unit has a 7000-grain capacity with both auto and manual trickle capability. This $169.98 sale price is great deal — save $60 off the $230 regular retail price.
7. Amazon — KAER Storage Safe, $169.99
⏺️ Decent secondary safe at very low price
Here’s a good secondary safe for a garage, work room, or large RV. This KAER gun cabinet accommodates rifles up to 45″ long. This steel cabinet, now $169.99 on Amazon (#ad) measures 57″ H x 17.7″ W 18″ D and has a handy 18″x9″ inside lockbox. This safe has 3 polymer barrel holders that adjust for height. You can unlock the safe with a touchpad combo or metal key. NOTE: This metal safe comes UNASSEMBLED. You’ll need to put it together with basic tools. This safe is also offered in black for $159.99 on Amazon.
⏺️ Great price on versatile, well-designed gun vise
Here’s an excellent gun vise on sale for just $35.99. The versatile MTM GV-30 CaseGard Gun Vise supports rifles and shotguns for cleaning/maintenance. High and low forks allow level or angled gun placement. The rubber-padded rotating stock clamp provides a firm hold. The base has 14 different compartments for tools/solvents, plus 11 slots for jags, brushes, and screwdrivers. On the side are tabs for two cleaning rods. This GV-20 vise is made from rugged, solvent-resistant polypropylene plastic. If this sells out on GunZoneDeals, Midsouth has the GV-30 Vise for $38.00.
⏺️ 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”.
10. Amazon — Target Stand Dual Pack, $42.97
⏺️ Good price on pair of adjustable target stand
The Knine Outdoor Shooting Target Stand kit (#ad) allows you to set up your own elevated target in any shooting area. This kit includes 2 metal target stands, 8 ground stakes, 8 butterfly screws, plus paper clips. The base units adjust for width from 13″ to 24″ horizontal spread. This kit includes ten printed 16″x12″ shooting paper targets. NOTE, you must supply your own wood risers and cardboard target backers.
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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. Creedmoor Sports — Berger Bullet Sale
⏺️ Good discounts on very large selection of Berger bullets
It’s smart to stock up now on key components. With its big Berger bullet sale Creedmoor Sports has a huge selection of Berger bullets from .17 to .30 calibers in a wide variety of hunting and match types. Choose target hybrids, varmint bullets, Elite Hunters or other bullet types for your next match or hunt.
2. Sportsman’s Warehouse — Optics Clearance Sale
⏺️ Major savings on scopes, binocs, tripods and more
Does one of your firearms need a new scope, or could you use a spotter? Get major discounts with the Sportsman’s Warehouse Optics Clearance Sale. You’ll find a wide range of scopes, binoculars, and red dots on sale. In addition, there are some great tripods and optics carry packs on sale. With this February Clearance Sale you can grab top-tier optics with prices up to 39% off.
3. Midsouth — Aguila .22 LR ammo, 2000-rd case, $114.99
⏺️ Great 2000-round .22 LR bulk pack, super-low price
Modern .22 LR rimfire ammo is a fraction of the cost of centerfire ammo, which can cost $1.00 or more per round for your own handloads, given the high costs of bullets, powder, and primers. Here’s a great deal — Midsouth offers 2000 rounds of Aguila .22 LR for only $114.99. This 38gr High Velocity Copper Plated Hollow Point is sold in a 2000-rd case. The $114.99 price works out to just $.06 (six cents) per round.
4. Creedmoor Sports — TriggerTech Clearance Sale
⏺️ Major savings on excellent after-market triggers
Having a good trigger is critical to ensure you break a clean shot each time. For match rifles you want a crisp, light pull and for some disciplines you’ll want a two-stage pull. Among the best aftermarket triggers for ARs and Rem-700 types actions are TriggerTech triggers, on sale now at Creedmoor Sports. You’ll find these top-rated TriggerTech triggers at some of the lowest prices we’ve seen in a long time.
5. Wholesale Hunter — Howa Mini Action Rifle w/Scope, $789.75
⏺️ Quality compact varmint rifle with full camo finish on gun and optic
Here’s a great, lightweight varmint rifle with a full factory camo finish. This Howa 1500 Mini Action rifle has a 20″ threaded barrel chambered for the .223 Rem. On top is a Gamepro 4-16x44mm optic included in the deal. The entire rifle (stock, action, barrel) AND yes the scope are coated in a handsome Kryptek Highlander Camo finish. The rig is now just $789.75 with scope. That’s a 19% discount off the regular $978.45 price. If you want a larger cartridge for bigger game, there is also a 6.5 Grendel version at Bud’s Gun Shop for $798.24 with free shipping.
6. Guns.com — TAURUS G3c 9mm Pistol, $215.99
⏺️ Amazingly low price on very good compact 9mm carry pistol
Need a good 9mm carry pistol at a bargain price? Then definitely check out the Taurus G3c now just $215.99 at Guns.com with FREE Shipping. That’s $124 off the regular price. This slim, compact 9mm handgun employs design features that have made previous Taurus G-series pistols a great CCW choice. And with the new G3c series, function, reliability, and durability have been improved.
7. Amazon — LEE Precision Deluxe App Press Kit, $109.25
⏺️ Big discount on LEE APP system — great for priming and depriming
The Lee Deluxe Automatic Processing Press (APP) is on sale now for just $109.25 on Amazon. This special press is great for bulk depriming and/or priming. This Deluxe APP model has the features of the basic Lee APP, plus a roller handle, APP deprime kit, and Universal Case Feed Magazine. The most noteworthy element is the patented LEE automatic primer feed system. This is fast and efficient with auto-feeding of both cases and primers.
8. Amazon — Tactical Shooting Mat & Rest Bags, $29.99
⏺️ Handy shooting mat with two bags — all for under $30
Shooting prone requires a good shooting mat. And it helps to have front and rear bags when not sling-shooting. One budget-priced option is this DGVR Tactical Shooting Mat set that comes with both front and rear bags. Get the mat and both bags for just $29.99 on Amazon. The bags are made of 600D oxford but do NOT come filled. The 1000D Nylon shooting mat is waterproof, and boasts a non-slip, wear-resistant coating. The mat includes a handy carry strap.
9. Cabela’s — Wheeler Pro Gunsmithing Screwdriver Set, $27.98
⏺️ Very good price on 43-piece handy driver set
Working on firearms requires good specialized tools. The Wheeler 43-Piece Professional Gunsmithing Screwdriver Set offers a great selection of drivers for just $27.98, a 20% discount. The set includes a nice, magnetic screwdriver handle and a very good storage case. This is a very low price on a kit that contains the popular gunsmithing driver sizes you’ll need for your rifles and optics mounts.
10. Amazon — 10000mAh Dual USB Battery Packs, $17.99
⏺️ Recharge your smartphones and tablets — good for chronos too
Do you have a cellphone, tablet, LabRadar, barrel cooler, or other device that needs mobile power? If so, we found a great deal on a pair of Miady 10000mAh Dual USB Portable Chargers. Yes you get TWO (2) charging packs for just $17.99 total! Featuring USB and USB-C ports and fast 2 amp charging capability, this pair of portable power banks is a very good deal.
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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.
⏺️ Complete AR-15 rifle for less than you might pay for assembled upper
You can’t beat this price for a complete AR-15 — $369.99 from CDNN Sports. You could easily pay MORE for an assembled upper alone. The Radical Firearms RPR AR-15 rifle features MIL-STD upper and lower receivers along with 15″ RPR rail system. The 16″ 1:7″-twist barrel is 4140 Chrome Moly Vanadium. The lower is forged 7075 T6 aluminum with Type III anodizing. The buttstock is adjustable and there is a long rail on the top of the forearm for mounting optics and accessories. NOTE: No iron sights come standard, but these can be added to the top rail.
2. Midsouth — RCBS Buy Green Free Bullets Promotion
⏺️ FREE Sierra or Barnes bullets with $100 or more RCBS product purchases
If you’re looking to grab a new reloading tool from RCBS you can now also get FREE bullets with Midsouth’s BUY GREEN, Get Premium Bullets Sale. Spend $100 and choose from a selection of free Sierra and Barnes bullets (quantity of 40 to 100 bullets). If you spend $400 you can choose from variety of 200-ct to 500-ct bullet packs. Those 500 free Sierra bullets could be worth up to $295 (for .308 168gr MatchKings) — so this is a great deal! NOTE: To get the FREE bullets you’ll need to fill out a RCBS Rebate Form. CLICK HERE for full chart of BUY GREEN free bullets.
⏺️ Very good .22 LR Target/Training pistol now under $250
All shooters should have a quality .22 LR rimfire pistol with a good trigger, ergonomic grip, and excellent accuracy. With the Walther P22 Target Model, you can get all those things for just $248.76 at CDNN Sports. The P22 is a very nice rimfire handgun with a 5″ barrel plus a forward ported compensator. The ergonomic grip has an interchangeable backstrap. Compared to most other rimfire pistols in this class, the trigger is very good with a light, crisp pull. We also like the ambidextrous controls. A rare feature for a rimfire, the P22 is covered by the Walther Legendary Lifetime Limited Warranty.
⏺️ Great price on press and complete reloading system
Natchez is offering Hornady’s L-N-L Classic Single Stage Press Reloading Kit for $344.99, a $149.00 discount. This kit includes a nice press, manual powder dispenser, electronic scale, priming tool, powder trickler, chamfer/debur tool, case lube, shell block and more. As a special bonus, Natchez is including the powered Hornady Case Prep Duo Chamfer tool, a $49 value by itself.
5. EuroOptic — Major Leupold Sale, 20-40% Off
⏺️ Save hundreds on spotters and 5X and 6X zoom ratio riflescopes
If you need a spotting scope or rifle optic check out the current EuroOptic Leupold Sale. You’ll find savings of 20% to 40% on a variety of quality spotters and rifle scopes. Among the best deals, we like the 20-60x85mm SX-4 Spotter for $649.99 ($350 off), and the 3-15x44mm VX-5HD scope for $999.00 ($500 off).
6. Locked & Loaded — Federal .22 LR Ammo, $159.99 3250 rds
⏺️ Amazing deal on good Federal .22 LR 40gr Ammo — 5 cents per round
Rimfire shooting is fun, and decent .22 LR ammo is a fraction of the cost of centerfire fodder. And here’s one of the best bulk bargains we’ve found. Right now Locked & Loaded has a 3,250-round pack of good Federal 40gr .22 LR ammunition for just $159.99. This price works out to under FIVE CENTS per round. At that price you can shoot 100 rounds for just five bucks!
7. Midsouth — Lee Breech Lock Press, $49.99
⏺️ Budget-priced Lee press works well as secondary or range press
Need a simple, reliable press that doesn’t take up a lot of bench space? A good choice for a small, secondary press is the Lee Breech Lock Reloader Single-Stage Press. Weighing just 2.1 pounds this compact press is easy to transport to the range. And you can change dies quickly using the Lee quick change bushing system — with a twist of the wrist you can remove a die in a few seconds.
8. Locked & Loaded — CCI Blazer 9mm Ammo, $214.99 1000 rds
⏺️ Quality 9mm brass-cased ammo at a super-low price — $22 cents/round
CCI makes very reliable pistol ammo with reloadable brass cases. Right now you can get 1000 rounds of CCI Blazer 9mm FMJ ammo for just $214.99 at LockedLoaded.com. The price for this 124gr CCI Blazer 9mm ammo works out to just $10.75 per 50-round box — a fantastic price. This very affordable CCI 9x19mm ammo is excellent for practice/training, and it is more reliable than commercial reloads.
9. Amazon — Earmuffs Plus Safety Glasses Combo, $24.99
⏺️ Good deal on Muffs/safety eyewear combo
Here’s a good set of NRR 28-rated earmuffs plus Z87.1-approved, wrap-around shooting glasses. This combo offers great protection for the price. The muffs come in multiple color combos: Yellow/Black (as shown), Gray/Black, Blue/Black, Pink/Black, and Purple/Black. Get the muffs and one set of safety eyewear for just $24.99 on sale (#ad). Or, for $6.00 more you can get a $30.99 kit with TWO sets of safety glasses, one tinted and one clear.
10. CDNN Sports — Camo Pack with Hydration Bladder, $9.99
⏺️ Versatile, handy hiking pack for water and basic supplies
This rugged, comfortable Backpack with 1.5 liter water bladder is a very useful gear item for hikes. The hose allows easy hydration without removing the pack. This hydration pack will hold 1.5 liters (0.4 gallons) of liquid. In the two zippered pouches you can stow other items such as: lunch snacks, a small first aid kit, a hat, extra socks, and a GPS. We have a similar bag that has worked great for many years.
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Useful reloading gear does not have to be costly. Here are ten handy (and very inexpensive) items that belong on your loading bench or in your range kit.
• Magnifying Glass – We use a flat, 2″x2″ pocket 4x-8x magnifier. This folds up on itself. Very handy, we use it to inspect bullets and brass. Use this to check your flash holes for burrs, and check the meplats of your bullets before loading.
• Clear 35mm Film Cannister – Use this to transfer the thrown powder charge to the little measuring cup that sits on your scale. That way you don’t get any kernel splash. Also if the charge weight is obviously off, it’s easy to dump back in the measure. A film canister works pretty well as a trickler too.
• Compressed Air in a Can -- Get these at office supply stores. Use the can (with tube attached) to blow crud out of cases after cleaning the neck with a brush, and blast loose debris out of primer pockets.
• Pin Vise – A simple pin vise with a #53 bit is perfect for deburring small PPC and BR flash holes without reaming the flash-holes any larger. The Lapua PPC/BR flash-hole diameter is 1.5 mm, or 0.059″. Amazon.com sells a handy $8.29 pin vise kit with 10 bits, including the ideal 1.5mm bit. Other vendors offer a #53 pin vise bit that measures .0595″ or .060″ (depending or source). You can find pin vises and bits at hobby stores — here’s an example below with ten bits including 1.5mm. Pin vise sets can be found from $7 to $15.
• Bounce Dryer Sheets – The common dryer sheets eliminate “static cling” on your plastic reloading parts such as powder measure cylinders, powder funnels, and reloading press plastic bins. Thanks to Doc76251 for this tip.
• Ballistol Aerosol – Try using this versatile lubricant/solvent for full-length sizing. Spray some on a patch and you can wipe the carbon off your case necks. Then, continue to apply a very small amount of Ballistol on the case bodies — just thin sheen is all you need. Ballistol is super slippery, and easy to remove. For general full-length sizing (on small cases) it works great and doesn’t leave a gooey, waxy, or chalky residue. For heavier case-forming jobs, we recommend Imperial Die Wax.
• Shotgun Mop – Stick this in the chamber when using Wipe-Out foaming bore cleaner. This will seal off the chamber so the foam doesn’t flow into your action. For long chambers screw on one section of cleaning rod to aid extraction.
• Colored Sharpie Marking Pens – Mark your bullets ahead of the bearing surface, and the color transfers to the target. This way you can shoot multiple loads at the same point of aim and discern which load shoots the tightest. (Recommended for 300 yards and beyond). With colored bullet tips you can test multiple loads “round robin” to equalize wind effects. When testing seating depths for example, you can mark the longer-seated set of bullets red and the shorter-seated set green and shoot them during the same sequence. Just look at the colored marks on the target to see which grouped better.
• Thin Latex Gloves – You should keep a box of inexpensive, disposable latex gloves (the kind doctors use) in your loading room. These will prevent contamination of primers or powder kernels that you handle directly. Also, use the gloves when handling fine blued tools or firearms to prevent transfering body oils and salts that promote rust.
• Plastic Washers for Neck Mic – If you use a Sinclair Neck-wall Micrometer Gauge with integral stand, you can use thin plastic washers to adjust the height of the case on the mandrel. This makes it much easier to measure the same point on the case neck every time. Thanks to MikeCR for this tip (and photo).
SHOT Show, the major gun industry trade show, runs this week in Las Vegas, Nevada at The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum. The event started off with the Industry Day at the Range on Monday, January 20, 2025, and the Supplier Showcase was also open on Monday. Then the main show begins today Tuesday, January 21st, and runs through Friday, January 24, 2024.
SHOT Show is a huge event, filling two major convention centers — the Venetian Expo and Caesar’s Forum. Over 2,500 companies will attend the event this year, showcasing their products in an area of 830,000 net square feet. SHOT Show attracts buyers, retailer reps, and news media from 100+ countries. In years past over 55,000 persons attended SHOT Show, and we expect even more this year.
CLICK EACH FLOOR LEVEL BELOW for More Details
If you’re attending the big event in Las Vegas, check out these floor plans. You can CLICK on each level to go to the official SHOT Show website. There you’ll be able to click on specific highlights, such as the New Product Center on Level One or the LE/Tactical Gear Section on Level Two.
If you’re curious about the SHOT Show experience, check out this video from 2023. The popular Backfire YouTube Channel spotlights 36 new firearms featured at last year’s SHOT Show:
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.
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1. EuroOptic — Athlon Optics Sale
⏺️ Major savings on very good FFP and SFP scopes
Athlon makes quality optics for hunting, PRS/NRL, and other disciplines. User reports have been very positive. Right now Athlon scopes are ON SALE at EuroOptic.com starting at just $374.99 for a 4.5-27x50mm Athlon Midas. Ranging from 1-6X to 4.5-30X with MIL or MOA reticles, there are a large selection of scopes on sale with discounts up to 53% off MSRP.
2. Creedmoor Sports — Berger Bullets January Sale
⏺️ Major savings on very popular Berger Match, Varmint, and Hunting bullets
Creedmoor Sports kicks off the New Year with a major Berger Bullet Sale. You’ll find a huge selection of high quality Berger bullets: Hybrid Target, VLD Match, OTM Tactical, Boat-tail Target, Elite Hunter, FB Varmint bullets and more. Prices start at just $34.95 per hundred for 20 Cal FB Varmint projectiles. Popular 6mm 105gr BT Target bullets are now just $46.95 per hundred.
If you want a good, compact AR-class defensive rifle, here’s a very affordable option. Right now the Palmetto State Armory PA15 16″ M4 Carbine is just $429.99 — that’s less than the price of many pistols. Chambered for 5.56×45 NATO, this modern rifle boasts Magpul MOE SL furniture and black Nitride finish. Users say the adjustable buttstock works well and this rifle has shown very good reliability. It has a flat top with rail and front sight, so the owner will need to add a rear sight and/or optic.
4. Graf & Sons — Sierra Ammunition Sale, Save up to 15%
⏺️ Excellent hunting and match ammo with high-quality Sierra bullets
Graf’s is running a good sale on Sierra-brand loaded ammunition. Matchking competition ammo and a variety of hunting and varminting ammo types are on sale. Save up to 15% by ordering ammo through this Sierra ammo sale. We do like the 22-250 varmint ammo, and the .30-06 Gamechanger Hunting ammo.
5. Natchez — RCBS Buy Green Free Bullets Sale
⏺️ FREE Sierra or Barnes bullets with $100 or more RCBS product purchases
If you’re looking to grab a new reloading tool from RCBS you can now also get FREE bullets with the Natchez BUY GREEN, Get Premium Bullets Sale. Spend $100 and choose from a selection of free Sierra and Barnes bullets (quantity of 40 to 100 bullets). If you spend $400 you can choose from variety of 200-ct to 500-ct bullet packs. Those 500 free Sierra bullets could be worth up to $295 (for .308 168gr MatchKings) — so this is a great deal! CLICK HERE for full chart of BUY GREEN free bullets.
6. Amazon — Plano AW2 All Weather Rifle Case Sale, $170.72
⏺️ Excellent wheeled case big enough for F-Class and Palma rifles
Traveling with a long gun requires a quality case that protects your valuable firearm. If you’re in need of a new case for your next hunting or match trip check out the 52″ Plano All Weather Rifle/Shotgun Case (#ad). With a 52″ internal length, this is long enough for most F-Class, PRS, Palma, and Benchrest rifles. You can also fit two hunting rifles inside (see photo). This all-weather case is strong, tough, and seals out moisture. With a Durashell Plus outer shell, this case is relatively lightweight yet durable. If you don’t need a 52″ case, Plano also offers 36″-long and 42″-long cases capable of carrying two rifles or shotguns.
7. Amazon — Frankford Arsenal Folding Reloading Stand, $178.49
⏺️ Folding stand holds reloading press and equipment
For anyone who’s tight on reloading space the Frankford Arsenal Platinum Series Reloading Stand (#ad) might just be the answer. Able to handle a press and a powder measure at the same time, this highly adaptable bench also features collapsible shelves that create more space and tuck away for easy storage. Whether you are doing a quick reload, or simply need something that takes up a little less space, this reloading table is perfect for you.
8. Amazon — Hornady Rapid Night Clock Gun Safe, $242.80
⏺️ Handy pistol safe that appears to be nightstand alarm clock
Here’s a good, readily-accessible handgun storage solution. The Hornady Rapid Safe Night Guard (#ad) stores a handgun in a housing that does NOT look like a gun safe. Disguised to look like an alarm clock, this unit uses RFID technology to unlock instantly — faster than a keypad type system. Four included RFID tags can be selectively programmed to open this safe and any other RFID gun safe you own.
9. Scheels — RCBS Universal Priming Tool, $64.99
⏺️ Recommended tool that adapts to multiple case rim sizes
The RCBS Universal Hand Primer tool can handle both large rim and small rim cases without any parts change. Leverage is good and the primer feeding tray is very reliable. This is a recommended tool for both beginning handloaders and expert-level reloaders. Another good feature of this tool is a patented safety gate that isolates the primer seating operation from the primer supply, lowering risk of tray detonation.
10. Amazon — Deyace Extra Large Shooting Mat, $37.99
⏺️ Nice, relatively big shooting mat with good padding
When shooting prone, you need a good shooting mat. The Deyace Extra Large padded shooting mat (#ad) is a great value for just $37.99. Measuring a generous 78″x28.5″, this XL mat has nice padding for elbows and knees, and the mat folds up nicely for transport. This mat is offered in four colors: Green, Tan, Tan Camo, and Black. For transport, we like this mat’s integral straps and carry handle.
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SHOT Show 2025 kicks off in Las Vegas, Nevada in less than three weeks, starting with Industry Day at the Range on 1/20/25 where new guns can be tested at the Boulder City Rifle & Pistol Club range.
SHOT Show draws visitors from around the world. At SHOT Show 2024, exhibitors, buyers, media, and industry professionals hailed from 50 states and over 115 countries. The 2025 SHOT Show will have more than 2,700 exhibitors on the show floor, including the Suppliers Showcase. Total exhibit space for the 2024 show in these two venues is estimated to be more than 830,000 net square feet –equivalent to more than 18 acres or enough space to park 547 F-16 fighter jets. The SHOT Show boasts 13.9 miles of aisles — a distance more than half a marathon.
Firearms and ammunition are an $8.9 billion industry. The total economic impact of the sporting arms and ammunition industry is more than $90.1 billion, which supports more than 384,000 jobs.
More than 55,400 professionals in the shooting, hunting, outdoor and law enforcement industry attended SHOT Show in 2024. There could be even more this year. The SHOT Show’s website is SHOTShow.org and you’ll find daily reports on the SHOT Show Blog. You can also follow SHOT Show on Twitter @NSSFSHOTShow, on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and @shotshow on Instagram.
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 — Tikka T3x Rifle Blow-Out Sale — Save 35%
⏺️ Tikka makes great hunting rifles now offered at major savings
With this Blow-Out Sale at EuroOptic.com, you can save $120-$530 on quality Tikka T3x hunting rifles, starting at just $599.99. Multiple models are on sale including T3x Lite, T3x Lite Compact, T3x Lite Stainless, T3x Hunter, T3x Laminated, and T3x RoughTech. Both right-hand and Left-hand versions are offered. The Hunter models feature a handsome wood stock. These rifles can deliver sub-MOA accuracy with good hand-loads.
2. Precision Reloading — 10% Off All Berger Bullets
⏺️ Great top-tier, high-demand bullets on sale through 1/17/2025
Berger bullets are used by top competitors in many disciplines — F-Class, Benchrest, PRS/NRL, Service Rifle, ELR and more. Now through 1/17/2025 you can get 10% off the full range of Berger match and hunting bullets. Precision Reloading has a large stock of Berger bullets currently, including high-demand 6mm, 6.5mm, 7mm, and .30-caliber bullets.
3. Sportsman’s WH — Flash Sale on Optics, Knives, and More
⏺️ Great deals — save up to 50% on optics, ammo, and knives
Get major savings on optics, ammo, knives, and some firearms with the January Flash Sale at Sportsman’s Warehouse. We saw some amazing deals on Leupold and Vortex optics. And there are some very good deals on knives with savings up to 50%. CLICK HERE to see all 36 current Flash Sale bargains.
4. Creedmoor Sports — ADG Brass Sale, Std. + Magnum Cartridges
⏺️ ADG makes great brass for larger F-Class, hunting, and ELR rifles
If you are a F-Open shooter or a hunter using a modern magnum cartridge, head over to Creedmoor Sports. Currently top-quality ADG brass is on sale with significant savings of 10% or more on notable cartridge types including 6.5 PRC, 7 SAUM, 7mm Rem UltraMag, 300 PRC, 300 WSM, and more. This ADG brass is very strong and consistent.
⏺️ Great products — Wipe-Out, Carb-Out, Patch Out — save time/effort.
Sharp-Shoot-R Precision makes fantastic barrel cleaning products including Wipe-Out Foam, Carb-Out, Patch Out, Wipe-Out Accelerator, Tactical Advantage, and No-Lead. In addition Sharp-Shoot-R makes Maxx and Slicker lubricants. We use Wipe-out, Carb-out, and Accelerator and these products have dramatically reduced the amount of brushing required and have detered hard carbon fouling. All Sharp-Shoot-R products are currently on sale at Precision Reloading. You can save on these truly outstanding cleaning items.
6. Midsouth — 2000 Rounds Aguila .22 LR ammo, $114.99
⏺️ Good reliable rimfire ammo for just six cents a round
Here is one of the best deals on rimfire ammunition that we’ve seen in years. Right now at Midsouth, you can get 2000 rounds of Aguila .22 LR Super Extra HV ammo for just $114.99 on sale. That works out to just $3.00 per box (6 cents per round). This would work great for pistol and rifle plinking.
7. Midsouth — LEE Breech Hand Press Kit, $68.99
⏺️ Compact hand press can do a number of key tasks — Great Sale
The LEE Breech Lock Hand Press Kit combines the popular LEE Hand-Held Press with a LEE Breech Lock System that allows reloaders to quickly change dies without having to readjust dies. This hand-held reloading press weighs only 1.5 lbs and works well for depriming tasks or bullet seating at the range. This kit, now just $68.99 on sale at Midsouth, includes Hand Press, Ram Prime Unit, Powder Funnel, and Resizing Lube.
⏺️ Great price on versatile rapid access 2-gun security safe
If you want handy storage for two handguns or one pistol, watches, and other valuables, consider this SnapSafe 2-Gun Keypad Vault, now just $59.99 at Grafs.com (54% off). Along with the keypad, there is a backup rotary key lock. The spring-loaded door opens immediately with your programmable code. A protective foam liner safeguards contents, the interior shelf is removable, and the base is pre-drilled so the vault can be bolted in place. This is a great deal — the very same SnapSafe 2-gun vault costs $134.99 right now at MidwayUSA — nearly twice as much.
⏺ Very comprehensive set covers huge range of calibers
Successful and safe reloading requires knowing your base to ogive measurement. The AltitudeCraft Bullet Comparator Kit (#ad) allows you to get that key measurement for a huge range of bullet sizes. The AltitudeCraft bullet comparator kit has 14 precision inserts that fit a carrier that attaches easily to your calipers. This allows you to measure calibers from 0.17 to 0.45, so this one kit will cover the vast majority of popular rifle and pistol cartridge types.
10. Amazon — Splatterburst Targets 50pk, $39.99
⏺️ Targets have fifteen 3″ bulls per sheet — bullet impacts show bright yellow
Splatterburst Targets make spotting bullet impacts easy, with hi-viz, bright yellow shot marks. With fifteen 3″ bullseyes, this Splatterburt target sheet is great for rimfire or centerfire practice. And you can see bullet impacts out to 400 yards. And right now you can get FIFTY (50) of these 15-bull target sheets for just $39.99 on Amazon (#ad) — that’s just 80 cents per target sheet. The BRIGHT yellow bullet holes are visible in all light conditions, great for people with weak vision.
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For many Americans, real incomes have stayed flat in recent years, while inflation has increased the cost of living very significantly in the past four years under Biden. Accordingly, it’s important to save money whenever possible. Prices are going up, but wages aren’t following (for most of us). Here are six ways shooters can save money on gear purchases and other shooting-related expenses.
1. Watch for Our Deals of the Week. Every Monday, in our Daily Bulletin, AccurateShooter.com offers some of the best deals to be found. We search the web to find great deals on ammo, reloading components, optics, tools, firearms, gun safes, electronics and more. It’s not unusual to find savings of 20-35% through our Deals of the Week. And many of our vendors are now offering special deals just for AccurateShooter.com readers.
2. Check Out the Forum Classifieds. There are great deals to be found every day in the AccurateShooter Shooters’ Forum. The latest deals are displayed in the right column of every Forum page. To see all the listings, browse through the Forum MarketPlace section which has four main categories:
Guns, Actions, Stocks, & Barrels
Tools, Dies, Rests, Reloading Components & Misc
Scopes, Optics, Sights, Rings, Bases Etc.
Commercial Sales by Paid Sponsors
3. Share a Ride to Matches. Fuel prices are on the rise — Regular-grade gasoline is over $5.00 per gallon in California now and around $3.10/gallon nationwide. With many shooters living 30-100 miles from the nearest range, fuel remains a big part of a shooter’s hobby budget. We’d say 90% of shooters drive solo to matches, often in large, gas-guzzling trucks. If you drive 200 miles round-trip to attend a match in a 20-mpg vehicle, you’ll burn over $31.00 worth of gasoline on your trip. That adds up. By simply sharing the ride with one fellow shooter you cut your fuel expenditures in half. And, if you alternate vehicles with a buddy from one match to the next, you save on vehicle wear and tear. At $0.65/mile (overall operating costs) consider the savings.
4. Use Discount Codes to Save. It’s always smart to check for discount codes before you buy. In the Daily Bulletin, we feature “Deals of the Week” every Monday morning, and we provide discount Coupon Codes when available. These can reduce the price substantially or lower shipping costs. Search codes for Brownells, Creedmoor Sports, EuroOptic, Graf’s, Midsouth, Powder Valley, Sportsman’s Warehouse, KYGUNCO, MidwayUSA, and Precision Reloading. Check your email also — some discount codes are only announced in email newsletters. If you can’t find a Coupon Code for your preferred vendor, visit Gun.deals and/or RetailMeNot.com. Both those sites list current coupon codes, and RetailMeNot.com covers thousands of vendors.
5. Shop for “Demo” Optics. Modern high-quality optics can easily cost $2000.00 or more, often exceeding the value of the rifle on which they are mounted. However, you can often save 20-30% by purchasing demo optics. These are normally display units used at trade shows. They may have slight ringmarks, but otherwise they are “as new”, having never been carried in the field or used on a rifle that has fired live ammo. When purchasing demo scopes, you should always ask about the warranty before consummating the sale. However, most demo scopes from name-brand manufacturers come with full factory warranties. EuroOptic.com and Natchezss.com are two respected vendors that offer a good selection of demo optics.
6. Train with Rimfire Rifles. Good match-grade centerfire, hand-loaded ammo, counting premium bullets, powder, primers, and brass (figuring 10X loads), can now exceed $1.60 per round. And if your $600 (as chambered and fitted) competition barrel is toast after 1500 rounds, add $0.40 for barrel deprecation per shot. So you’re effectively spending two bucks a round total! By contrast, you can get quite good .22 LR target ammo for under $0.18 per round. Good rimfire barrels last a long, long time, so you don’t have to be concerned about wearing out your barrel quickly. A quality rimfire barrel can retain its accuracy for 7,000 rounds or more. If you run the ballistics, a .22 LR round at 100 yards can emulate the wind drift experienced by a centerfire cartridge at long range. This allows for effective cross-training with much less expensive ammo.
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. Brownells — Crimson Trace Optics Sale
⏺️ Quality Crimson Trace scopes now at very significant discounts
Brownells is running a major sale right now on quality Crimson Trace Optics. Along with rifle scopes (both FFP and SFP versions) with a wide range of magnification levels, there are red dots for pistols. With this notable Crimson Trace Optics Sale you can save up to 60% on quality optics with very positive user reviews. We would definitely consider a FFP Crimson Trace for a PRS rifle.
⏺️ High-quality match-winning 6BR brass, works for Dasher and 6BRA too
The original 6mmBR Norma cartridge and its wildcats such as the 6mm Dasher and 6BRA have been hugely popular for many disciplines — Benchrest, PRS/NRL, varminting. But with this popularity has come short supply. 6mmBR brass has been hard to find in recent months. But take heart — Whidden Gunworks has Lapua 6mmBR Brass in stock at $119.99 for 100 cases — a good price. If Whidden Gunworks sells out, Bruno Shooters also has Lapua 6mmBR brass in stock for $122.80 per 100, just a few bucks more.
3. Palmetto SA — SAR9 Sport 9mm Pistol, $299.99
⏺️ Save $300 off MSRP on good full-size 9mm pistol
This is a great deal for a modern, reliable 9mm pistol with better ergonomics than a Glock (at less than half the price). The lightweight polymer-framed, striker-fired SAR9 points naturally and has three insertable back straps to customize fit. We like the 20-degree grip angle which points well for most users. This ported slide version with 5.2″ barrel is a great gun for IDPA, USPSA, and other pistol matches. The listed $299.99 sale price is $300.00 off the original $699.99 MSRP. The slide has two threaded holes that allow an optic to be attached, but it does not have a removable plate like some newer pistols.
4. Graf & Sons — Unis Large Rifle Primers, 5000 for $399.00
⏺️ Get Large Rifle Primers — in stock now at Graf’s
Large rifle primers have been hard to source lately. But Graf & Sons now has ample inventories of Unis Large Rifle Primers. You can get a big 5000-count case of UNIX Large Rifle Primers for $399.00, a 15% discount. That price works out to just eight cents per primer. Manufactured in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Unis “Ginex” primers are used by major ammunition manufacturers world-wide. With consistent ignition and uniform size these will work for anything from plinking to competition.
5. Creedmoor Sports — $20 Off All Rifle Cases
⏺️ Creedmoor Sports makes some of the best soft cases — save $20 now
For decades Creedmoor Sports has offered some of the best fabric rifle cases you can buy. These cases are very popular with Palma, High Power, and Service Rifle competitors. They have quality zippers and handy outside pockets and are offered in a variety of sizes and colors. Right now these Creedmoor Sports gun cases are $20 OFF on Sale through 1/11/25. With a variety of size, pocket, and color options this is a great opportunity to pick up a new gun case for 2025.
6. Scheels — Forster Co-Ax Primer Seater, $119.99
⏺️ Great product, with significant savings over other sellers
If you load lots of cartridges, it’s wise to have a high-leverage, stack-loading bench-mounted primer tool that gives repeatable results. This allows you to prime hundreds of cases efficiently without the hand pain from repetitive gripping. A great choice is the Forster Co-Ax Primer Seater with E-Z-Just Shell Holder Jaws. This system has an adaptive rim holder so separate shell holders are not needed. The E-Z-Just jaws can grip rifle and pistol cases with a rim thickness of .045″ to .072″. Primers stack in vertically-oriented primer tubes (separate tubes for large primers and small primers are supplied). The primers stack sideways — outer diameter to outer diameter — for added safety.
7. Amazon — Frankford Arsenal Tumbler Combo Kit, $99.99
⏺️ Complete tumbling kit — tumbler, separator, bucket, and media
Cleaning your brass is a critical step in the reloading process and we found a great kit if you’re in the market for one. The Frankford Arsenal Quick-N-EZ Case Tumbler Kit (#ad) has everything you need to get started. With Quick-N-EZ Case Tumbler, Quick-N-EZ Rotary Media Separator, 4 oz. Brass Polish, 3 lb. Cleaning Media and a Plastic Bucket you’ll be up and running in no time.
8. Amazon — Wheeler Trigger Pull Gauge, $61.49
⏺️ Good very consistent and reliable trigger gauge
Competitive shooters as well as hunters need to accurately monitor trigger pull weights. Having optimal (and consistent) pull weights is key for shooting performance and safety. You may also need to verify pull weight to comply with match rules. One of the best trigger gauges out there is the Wheeler Professional Digital Trigger Pull Gauge (#ad). With digital display and 1 oz. increments this Pro Trigger Gauge is a great tool for target shooters and gunsmiths, allowing precise trigger settings. This digital gauge boasts accuracy to +/-0.5% over a range of 0 to 12 pounds.
9. Amazon — Lockdown Hidden Storage Shelf, $99.99
⏺️ Great design provides security in a living area
It can be challenging to keep firearms in your house in a manner where they are both secure yet readily accessible. One way to accomplish this is with the Lockdown Hidden Compartment Shelf (#ad). This has a hidden horizontal storage area where you can keep a pistol and other key items. The Lockdown Shelf mounts easily on your wall. With a simple swipe of the included magnetic key, you have instant access to firearms and other important items.
10. Amazon — Digital Microscope, $29.99
⏺️ Very low price on great tool for inspecting bullets, brass, primers
Do you wish you had a way to cheaply and easily inspect your primer pockets, trimmed brass, or pointed bullets? We like this 4.3″ 1080p HD 1000x Zoom Microscope (#ad) that allows you to go from 5X to 1000X with an easy-to-use focus. This advanced electronic magnifying system is priced at just $29.99, a very low price for such a sophisticated device. NOTE: This is a limited time deal that may expire very quickly.
11. TargetSports USA — Self-Inking Stamp for Targets, $5.99
⏺️ Handy tool to stamp your own 2″ bullseyes on target
Are you tired of buying targets or wasting expensive printer ink just to shoot holes in paper? Consider this handy, low-cost Self-Inking Target Stamp. With an easy-to-fill ink reservoir, you can stamp a grid of multiple targets or add 2″ red bullseyes to a printed target. NOTE: This target stamp is listed at 51mm, so it makes bulls 2 inches in diameter.
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• Magnifying Glass – We use a flat, 2″x2″ pocket 4x-8x magnifier. This folds up on itself. Very handy, we use it to inspect bullets and brass. Use this to check your flash holes for burrs, and check the meplats of your bullets before loading.
• Ballistol Aerosol – Try using this versatile lubricant/solvent for full-length sizing. Spray some on a patch and you can wipe the carbon off your case necks. Then, continue to apply a very small amount of Ballistol on the case bodies — just thin sheen is all you need. Ballistol is super slippery, and easy to remove. For general full-length sizing (on small cases) it works great and doesn’t leave a gooey, waxy, or chalky residue. For heavier case-forming jobs, we recommend Imperial Die Wax.
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2. Check Out the Forum Classifieds. There are great deals to be found every day in the AccurateShooter 
3. Share a Ride to Matches. Fuel prices are on the rise — Regular-grade gasoline is over $5.00 per gallon in California now and around $3.10/gallon nationwide. With many shooters living 30-100 miles from the nearest range, fuel remains a big part of a shooter’s hobby budget. We’d say 90% of shooters drive solo to matches, often in large, gas-guzzling trucks. If you drive 200 miles round-trip to attend a match in a 20-mpg vehicle, you’ll burn over $31.00 worth of gasoline on your trip. That adds up. By simply sharing the ride with one fellow shooter you cut your fuel expenditures in half. And, if you alternate vehicles with a buddy from one match to the next, you save on vehicle wear and tear. At $0.65/mile (overall operating costs) consider the savings.
4. Use Discount Codes to Save. It’s always smart to check for discount codes before you buy. In the Daily Bulletin, we feature “Deals of the Week” every Monday morning, and we provide discount Coupon Codes when available. These can reduce the price substantially or lower shipping costs. Search codes for Brownells, Creedmoor Sports, EuroOptic, Graf’s, Midsouth, Powder Valley, Sportsman’s Warehouse, KYGUNCO, MidwayUSA, and Precision Reloading. Check your email also — some discount codes are only announced in email newsletters. If you can’t find a Coupon Code for your preferred vendor, visit 
5. Shop for “Demo” Optics. Modern high-quality optics can easily cost $2000.00 or more, often exceeding the value of the rifle on which they are mounted. However, you can often save 20-30% by purchasing demo optics. These are normally display units used at trade shows. They may have slight ringmarks, but otherwise they are “as new”, having never been carried in the field or used on a rifle that has fired live ammo. When purchasing demo scopes, you should always ask about the warranty before consummating the sale. However, most demo scopes from name-brand manufacturers come with full factory warranties. 
6. Train with Rimfire Rifles. Good match-grade centerfire, hand-loaded ammo, counting premium bullets, powder, primers, and brass (figuring 10X loads), can now exceed $1.60 per round. And if your $600 (as chambered and fitted) competition barrel is toast after 1500 rounds, add $0.40 for barrel deprecation per shot. So you’re effectively spending two bucks a round total! By contrast, you can get quite good .22 LR target ammo for under $0.18 per round. Good rimfire barrels last a long, long time, so you don’t have to be concerned about wearing out your barrel quickly. A quality rimfire barrel can retain its accuracy for 7,000 rounds or more. If you run the ballistics, a .22 LR round at 100 yards can emulate the wind drift experienced by a centerfire cartridge at long range. This allows for effective cross-training with much less expensive ammo.
