Many online vendors are running sales this Labor Day Holiday weekend. You’ll find score of products marked way down, plus discount codes that can save you 15% or more on your purchases. Some sales run through end-of-day (11:59 pm) on Monday September 2nd, while other Labor Day sales extend into next week. Be sure to check the sale schedules.
Brownells Labor Day Sale — 15% Off Plus Sale Pricing
Save now with Brownell’s Labor Day Sale which is already underway. You get 15% Off with Code LD15, plus there is special SALE Pricing on a vast selection of popular products. Act soon because the deals/discount ends Monday, September 2, 2024 at 11:59 pm CDT.
Sportsman’s Guide — Big Discounts and $50 Off $250+ Orders
For Labor Day weekend at Sportsman’s Guide there are 60% savings on select shooting accessories, 50% savings on some hunting gear, and 40% savings on select ammunition. In addition, you can get $50 off orders of $250 or more with coupon CODE SG4088. NOTE this coupon offer expires Sunday, September 1, 2024, the day BEFORE Labor Day. Also the discount code does NOT work with firearms and ammunition.
Bruno’s — No HazMat + $15 Shipping w/ $250 Powder/Primers
Need primers or reloading powder? Right you can get powder and or primers delivered for just $15 with FREE HazMat (that can save you up to $70 on HazMat and shipping). To qualify you must purchase at least $250 worth of powder and/or primers at Bruno Shooters Supply. In addition, right now Bruno’s is offering $100 off BAT, Kelbly, and Stiller actions that are currently in stock (online purchases only).
Midsouth — FREE HazMat OR Free Shipping Through 9/2/2024
Midsouth is running a Labor Day Weekend Special for orders of $99 or more. With code LD24HE you can get FREE HazMat. OR with code LD24SE you can get FREE Shipping. Again, please note, there is a minimum order. For An Order To Qualify For FREE Shipping (LD24SE) the order must include at least $99 of in-stock items up to 49 pounds in total weight. If order weight exceeds 50 lbs, shipping charges will be added. To get FREE Haz-Mat (LD24HE) the order must include at least $99 of in-stock HazMat items up to 49 pounds. This offer applies to lower 48 states only. Offers cannot be combined and the offers will NOT apply to backorders. These offers end 09/02/24 at 11:59pm CST.
Primary Arms Labor Day Sale — Major Discounts
Primary Arms is running a huge Labor Day Sale, with major brand discounts such as 15% off Eotech and Bonus Bucks on Vortex products. There are also major savings on thousands of products in stock. For example the Anderson A4 Lower is marked down from $233.69 to $94.99, a CMC AR Trigger is marked down from $174.00 to $99.99, and a Primary Arms Shooting mat is marked down from $49.99 to $19.99. This is a big sale, with new items appearing every few hours.
Sportsman’s WH — Big Savings on Hunting & Camping Gear
Right now Sportsman’s Warehouse is running a huge Labor Day Sale with all product types on sale. You’ll find big savings on tents, camping gear, backpacks, optics, outdoor clothing, boots and more. In addition, there are discounts on firearms and ammunition. Shown above are just a few of the notable deals. You can up to 40% during this sale. NOTE: Some of the “Hot Buys” expire on Monday 9/2/24.
Precision Reloading — 10% Off Order or $8 Shipping Promo
Precision Reloading has a dual-option promotion for Labor Day weekend. First you can get 10% OFF your order with Code 19224. Or you can use code 89224 to get flat-rate $8.00 shipping. If you are planning a significant purchase, say over $120.00, then take the 10% OFF deal. If you are purchasing a heavy item, or plan a relatively low-cost order, then it may be wise to take the shipping discount. Both these offers are good through 11:59 pm CT on 9/3/2024. These promotions “cannot be used on previous orders, sale items, or with any other offers.”
Creedmoor Sports — FREE Shipping on Orders $145+
Now through mid-day on Tuesday, Creedmoor Sports is providing FREE Ground Shipping on orders of $145.00 or more. NOTE: This is a limited-time offer through 12:00 pm (noon) on Tuesday 9/3/2024. Some exclusions apply: ammunition, tumbler media, plastic beads, portable air gun ranges, firearms, air rifles, and posters. Also all drop-shipped items (including all Giraud and Gracey products, CTK products, Big Shot Tumblers) are exempt.
BONUS: MidwayUSA Camo Tuesday on 9/3/2024
On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, MidwayUSA will run its big Camo Tuesday™ Sale, with major discounts and FREE SHIPPING on select hunting gear. “With the arrival of hunting season, it’s finally time for one of our biggest sales of the year, Camo Tuesday,” said Adam Augustine, VP of eCommerce. MidwayUSA offers camouflage clothing for sale, as well as packs, hunting boots, ammunition, optics and more. CLICK HERE to preview Camo Tuesday™ offerings.
IMR 8208 XBR powder is a great propellent that has shown superb consistency, delivering great accuracy and low ES/SD in our testing. We have used this powder with success in .308 Win and other cartridges. The burn rate is slightly slower than Vihtavuori N133 and a bit faster than Hodgdon H4895. IMR 8208 XBR is suitable for many cartridge types including .204 Ruger, 22 BR, .223 Rem, 6 PPC, 6BR (lighter bullets), and .308 Winchester. It works great for varmint hunting loads as well as benchrest competition.
If Powder Valley sells out, Natchez Shooting & Outdoors also has some IMR 8208 XBR one-pounders in stock. Current price is $51.69 (one-pound). Also Brownell’s has 8208 XBR one-pounders in stock for $55.99. NOTE: Neither Natchez nor Brownells have the 8-lb jugs of IMR 8208 XBR.
Stellar Accuracy and Exceptional Temperature Insensitivity
Field testing has shown that IMR XBR 8208 is extremely stable across a very wide temperature range. At SHOT Show 2010, we interviewed Chris Hodgdon, who gave us the “inside story” on this IMR powder. Chris shared lab test results showing how load pressure varied with ambient temperature. The data was stunning. Basically 8208 XBR showed almost constant pressures from below freezing to well over 100° F. This editor has personally never seen a powder test that revealed “flat-line” results like 8208 XBR, with recorded pressures remaining virtually unchanged over a huge temperature range. And IMR 8208 XBR has been used with great success in benchrest competition by Lou Murdica and others. When you combine its temp stability with such proven accuracy, IMR 8208 XBR is indeed a very exceptional powder.
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. Graf’s — Alpha Brass IN STOCK, Many Popular Types
⏺ Great brass for popular chamberings incl. 6mmBR, 6GT, 6mm Creedmoor
Alpha Brass makes excellent-quality cartridge brass for many popular categories, including popular wildcats such as the 6 BRA and 6mm Dasher. The price is competitive with other top-tier brass, ranging from $118-$130. In stock now at Grafs.com are Alpha brass for: 22 GT, 22 Creedmoor, 6mmBR, 6 BRA, 6mm Dasher, 6mmGT (6GT), 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5×47 Lapua, 6.5 Creedmoor, and 7mm-08. Both benchrest shooters and PRS/NRL competitors have been impressed with current production Alpha brass which ships in excellent slotted plastic cases with perforated bi-layer foam for protection.
2. Midsouth — Lee Challenger Press with BONUS Die Set, $79.99
⏺ Good LEE Press on Sale with FREE DIES
The LEE Challenger is the world’s best-selling single station press. The lastest Gen III Challenger features an ergonomic lever plus a convenient drop-tube for spent primers. Right now, to mark its 40th Anniversary, LEE is offering a FREE 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.
3. MidwayUSA — CCI Small Rifle Primers on Sale
⏺ Top Tier CCI Small Rifle primers at good prices
MidwayUSA has top-quality CCI Small Rifle Primers in stock now at very competitive prices. Choose from CCI BR4, CCI 450 SR Magnum, CCI 400, or CCI No. 41 primer types. You can order sets of 1000 primers or 5000 primers, starting at $75.89 for the CCI 450s.
⏺ Great spotting scope for the price with rock-solid warranty
A quality spotting scope is very valuable in the field, at matches, or just having fun at the range. We found a great deal on the Vortex Diamondback 20-60x60mm spotting scope, now just $259.99 at MidwayUSA with FREE Shipping. This spotting scope has good light transmission throughout the magnification range. Sharpness is good, and this spotter is protected by Vortex’s VIP Unlimited Lifetime Warranty.
⏺ Recommended tool that adapts to multiple case rim sizes
The RCBS Universal Hand Primer tool (#ad) 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.
⏺ High-quality soft case big enough for Palma and F-Class rifles
Typical soft rifle cases will not fit long-barreled match rifles. But this 52″-long quality case from Champion’s Choice is big enough for most F-Class and Palma rifles. Forum members highly recommend this $85.00 Deluxe Rifle Case which has a water-resistant heavy duty 600 denier PVC outer shell. It has large outside pockets for ammo and accessories, and is well-padded with over 1″ of thick high-density foam. This case boasts a carry handle, adjustable shoulder strap, and backpack straps. The case even has an interior tube for holding a cleaning rod.
8. Palmetto SA, Norma TAC-22 Ammo, $2.99/50ct Box
⏺ Very good .22 LR ammo at extremely low price — GREAT VALUE
If you want quality .22 LR ammo at an ultra-low price, grab some Norma TAC-22. Palmetto SA has kicked off its Labor Day sale, and Tac-22 is now just $2.99 for 50 rounds, this is a true bargain, yet the TAC-22 is good enough for NRL22 matches as well as fun target shooting. We’ve shot this Norma ammo and been very satisfied. You’ll be hard-pressed to find better .22 LR ammo at anywhere near this price. Don’t delay ordering — at this price, we expect this TAC-22 ammo will sell out soon. The $2.99 for 50 rds price which works out to just SIX cents per round.
8. Amazon — Scope Turret Magnifying Glass with Level, $12.95
Making rapid, yet precise scope turret adjustments can be challenging, especially during fast, timed stages. Most scope turrets have small, thin markings that can be tough to see (particularly with older eyes). To see your elevation turret markings better, try the Monstrum Scope Turret Magnifying Glass with Level (#ad). This simple but effective tool places a magnifier on the shooter’s side of the turret allowing easy viewing. In addition, this handy unit includes a built-in bubble level to help the shooter avoid canting his rifle.
9. 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 $219.99 at LockedLoaded.com. That price works out to just $10.75 per 50-round box — a fantastic price. This very affordable 115gr Blazer 9mm ammo is excellent for practice/training, and it is more reliable than commercial reloads.
10. Amazon — KUBEI USB Rechargeable Digital Scale, $24.99
⏺ Compact scale with USB-rechargeable battery at great price
Everyone can use an inexpensive, compact scale for loading at the range or sorting bullets or maybe even primers. One very affordable option KUBEI USB Rechargeable Digital Scale (#ad). Unlike most other inexpensive digital scales, this comes with a large dust cover with a “window” for your powder pan. Notably, this scale can be conveniently recharged with a standard USB cable — no batteries to replace ever! We have heard positive reports from Forum members about this $24.99 portable scale, which offers 9 types of weight units, calibration weight, and fold-down protective lid.
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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. Midsouth — Popular Hodgdon and Alliant Powders IN STOCK
⏺ Great powders for precision reloading now in stock at Midsouth
Right now Midsouth has some of the best Hodgdon and Alliant powders in stock, with many on sale. If you need top-tier powders such as Varget, H4350, H4831sc, Reloder 16, Reloder 15.5 TS, then head over to Midsouth today. The prices are very competitive, with some items, such as RL 15.5 TS, currently on sale. Both 1-lb and 8-lb varieties are offered. For example you can get an 8-lb jug of Varget or H4831sc for $390.99. And 8 lbs. of Alliant 15.5 TS is now on sale for $449.99.
2. EuroOptic — Vortex Optics 12% Site Wide Sale
⏺ Save 12% on Vortex scopes, spotting scopes, LRFs and more
If you’re in the market for a new scope, spotter, and/or other optics, check out the Vortex sale at EuroOptic.com. For a limited time, save 12% on most Vortex products when you use promo code VTX12. There is a wide selection of scopes available for both hunting and competition use, with FFP and SFP models. Vortex also makes very popular (and durable) spotting scopes, binoculars, and rangefinders.
⏺ Quality unit with 4 speed settings and very precise “Match Mode”
The RCBS MatchMaster Powder Dispenser is one of the best combined scale/dispensers you can buy. On sale now for $778.35 on Amazon (#ad), you can save $120+ with this deal as this unit costs $899 elsewhere. The unit’s dual tube system yields fast dispensing with 0.10 grain accuracy. There are four speed settings. RCBS says the unit delivers .04 grain accuracy in “Match Mode”. We have found that a tuned MatchMaster can dispense 38.5gr of H4350 in under 7 seconds. In the highest speed setting (#4) you get slightly less precision but much faster powder delivery. SEE Matchmaster Instructions.
⏺ Key safety item for hunters/hikers provides Satellite communication
When backcountry hunting, cellphone service is often not available. If you have an emergency on a hunt or hike, you need to be able to transmit your location and health status. For this task, we recommend the Garmin inReach Mini2 Satellite Communicator. Available for $349.99 at Sportsman’s Warehouse, this ultra-compact unit weighs just 3.5 ounces and can be attached to your clothing or backpack. It is also available on Amazon for $340.89 with Orange Case (#ad) or $346.40 with Black Case (#ad).
5. Graf & Sons — Harris Bipod Sale (25%-34% OFF)
⏺ Huge Savings — Save 25-34% on quality Harris bipods
Whether for hunting, plinking, or PRS/NRL target shooting, a good bipod is a key accessory. Right now a wide variety of Harris bipods are on sale at Grafs.com. Harris bipods enjoy a great reputation for functionality and durability, earned over decades. Harris bipods are made with heat-treated steel and hard alloys with a black anodized finish. The legs adjust for height. A variety of attachment systems are offered — sling swivel stud, M-LOK, Picatinny rail and more.
6. Sportsman’s WH — Benelli Nova Field 12ga Shotgun, $329.99
⏺ Good pump shotgun for trap/skeet and hunting
Looking for a quality shotgun that can shoot clays or game? Check out the Benelli Nova Field 12 Gauge Pump Shotgun now on sale for $329.99, a $120 discount. This shotgun features a steel skeletal framework overmolded with polymer for durability. Owner reviews (93% 5-stars) of this Benelli Nova 12 gauge have been very positive saying that the action is smooth and it is a great value: “Great shotgun — it was an awesome deal”. This rifle features a black finish and 28″ barrel. One owner reports: “Weighs only 8 pounds, breaks down easily with the tube cap… and feels good in the hand.”
7. Midsouth — Hornady Precision Hunter Ammo Sale
⏺ Good ammo for large variety of hunting cartridge types
Hornady Precision Hunter ammunition has proven very reliable with good accuracy. This hunting ammo features ELD-X bullets which offer good ballistics, accuracy, and terminal effectiveness. If you need a box or two of ammo for your fall hunt, Midsouth currently offers Precision Hunter ammunition for 19 different cartridge types. Prices start at $27.99 for a 20-rd box. The .30-06 Springfield ammo is $31.99 for 20 rounds with 178gr ELD-X bullets.
8. Amazon — Lyman BrassSmith Funnel with Inserts, $31.99
⏺ Very useful kit we use — avoids powder spills
Having a good powder funnel really helps precision reloading. The Lyman Products Brass Smith Pro Powder Funnel System (#ad) is a great little system. Unlike plastic powder funnels, the aluminum DIE cast body and CNC-turned aluminum caliber-specific inserts are static-free to eliminate powder cling. The precision fit to your case necks eliminates spilled powder. The kit includes six laser-marked, caliber-specific aluminum inserts to fit calibers 22 to 338: .22, .243/6mm, .25/6.5mm, .270/7mm, .30, and .338. The inserts can be quickly and easily interchanged when changing cartridge types.
9. Amazon — F.A.T. Firearm Torque Wrench, $54.99
⏺ Versatile, precise, affordable Torque Wrench for gun owners
Here’s a versatile tool every gun owner can use. This Wheeler Engineering F.A.T. (Firearm Accurizing Torque) Wrench (#ad) performs a multitude of duties for firearms. The wrench provides a precise read-out of torque values for action screws, scope rings, and other vital connectors. The wrench is also handy for working on other projects (such as torqueing motorbike fasteners). This torque wrench comes complete with 10 bits, all in a handy, fitted case. Save 20% now with the $54.99 Amazon Sale Price.
10. Amazon — Pistep Splatter Target Roll
⏺ Handy stick-on targets with grid and aiming box
These handy, adhesive grid targets show shot location with a bright, high-contrast yellow circle. These Pisteps Splatter Targets (#ad) measure 3″ x 3″ with nine internal squares and red center for precision aiming. There are 250 targets on each $19.99 roll. Upon impact, you can see your shots instantly with a BRIGHT YELLOW BURST on the black background. These 3″ square Pisteps splatter targets work with airsoft, BB guns, pellet guns, air rifles, pistol and even shotguns.
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ZEISS Announces Conquest V4 Fall Promotion — $150 Instant Savings
If you are looking for a top-quality optic for hunting and general shooting, consider a ZEISS Conquest V4 scope. Right now you get $150 off these superb optics. From August 15 through September 20, 2024, ZEISS offers $150 instant savings on all ZEISS Conquest V4 models.
ZEISS offers 23 Conquest V4 riflescope models, the best-selling line of ZEISS scopes. There are five configurations available – all with 30mm main tubes: 3-12x44mm, 3-12x56mm, 4-16x44mm, 4-16x50mm, and 6-24x50mm. The 4x zoom range provides hunters and shooters with excellent versatility.
Conquest V4 riflescopes deliver 90% light transmission, offer a large amount of elevation adjustment and windage travel, have .25 MOA click values, and are shock-tested to handle up to 1500 g-force. The V4 family also has select models that include the ZEISS External Locking Windage Turret, as well as illumination and Ballistic Stop. The Conquest V4 line features LotuTec® coating for clear view in any weather and T* coating for bright high-contrast images in adverse light conditions. Conquest V4 scopes are offered with various traditional and smart second focal plane reticles.
The Conquest V4 riflescopes are for hunters and shooters whose lifestyle and adventures involve traditional and long-range hunting, as well as shooting and long-range shooting. These riflescopes were designed as a lightweight, high-performance product line.
ZEISS Conquest V4 models are backed by the ZEISS Limited Lifetime Transferable Warranty AND Five-Year No-Fault Policy. CLICK HERE for more information about ZEISS Conquest V4 riflescopes.
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.
⏺ Huge savings on classic press combo kit and AP Loader progressive press
Getting started in reloading? The Hornady Classic Combo Kit has all you need — a quality single-stage press, powder measure, powder scale, trickler, priming tool, reloading manual and more. This is on sale at Powder Valley for $489.29, a $121.79 savings. If you want to load large quantities of pistol or rifle ammo, consider the Hornady L-N-L Auto Progressive. It’s on sale for $448.66, a $198.33 discount. NOTE: Purchase either press product and you can get 500 FREE Bullets through Hornady’s “Get Loaded” rebate program.
2. Palmetto SA — Radical Firearms RF-15 AR, $399.99
⏺ Get complete AR-platform rifle for the price of an upper — $399.99
Yes you can get a modern 5.56 AR-platform rifle for under $400.00. Right now Palmetto State Armory is offering the Radical Firearms RF-15 Rifle for just $399.99. This comes complete with 15″ M-Lok handguard. Along with the all-black version, this RF-15 is also available with FDE (tan) stock, or OD Green stock for the same $399.99 price. NOTE: We do recommend getting a PSA drop-in trigger for this rifle which is chambered for 5.56 NATO/.223 Rem.
3. Precision Reloading — Save $10 to $55, with Discount Codes
⏺ Save with Discount Codes through 8/16/24
Precision Reloading offers a big inventory or reloading components, tools, and shooting accessories. And now through August 16, 2024 you can save up to $55 on your purchases of in-stock items. Use Code 89241 to save $10 on a $100-$249 purchase. Use Code 89242 to save $25 on a $250-$499 purchase. For a big purchase of $500 or more use Code 89243 to save $55. CLICK HERE to see in-stock items at Precision Reloading.
⏺ Scope and rangefinder for hunting — combo for under $200
Hunting season is coming soon. Here’s a good, ultra-affordable scope/LRF combo for a hunter on a tight budget. Get the SIG Sauer Buckmasters Scope and Rangefinder Combo for just $189.99 — an amazing combo bargain. The 3-9x50mm scope has a Bullet Drop Compensation (BDC) reticle with holdover dots. The SIG Sauer LRF 1500 Laser Rangefinder offers fast performance with red illuminated display for low light hunting. If you don’t need a scope, you can get the Buckmasters 1500 Laser Rangefinder for just $119.99 at Palmetto SA, an amazing deal.
5. CDNN Sports — Walther P22 Target, $248.98
⏺ Very good .22 LR Target/Training pistol with major discount
We think all shooters should have a quality .22 LR rimfire pistol — something with a good trigger, ergonomic grip, and excellent accuracy out of the box. Right now, with the Walther P22 Target Model, you can get all those things for just $248.99 at CDNN Sports, a great deal. The P22 Target pistol is a very nice rimfire handgun with a 5″ barrel plus a forward ported compensator. The ergonomic grip has an interchangeable backstrap. Walther states: “Best-in-class ergonomics, supported by interchangeable backstraps, establishes the P22 as one of the most comfortable handguns available today.”
6. Midsouth — CCI Blazer .22 LR Ammo, $32.99/500 Rounds
⏺ Very low price on good, reliable .22 LR ammunition
If you use .22 LR ammo for NRL22, varminting, or plinking, consider this CCI Blazer 40gr ammunition. Rated at 1235 fps, this CCI ammo runs pretty fast and packs a punch. Right now you can get a 500-ct brick for just $32.99. That’s just $3.29 per 50-ct box, a great value for quality American-made ammo.
⏺ Five sizes, discrete look, nice shoulder strap, 4 color choices
No matter what your rifle length, there is a Savior Equipment case to fit. Five lengths are offered: 36″, 42″, 46″, 51″, and 55″. The big 55″ (price $54.99) is long enough to fit a long tactical rifle or F-Class rig. There are internal straps, three large internal pockets, and a handy shoulder strap. The 36″ case in gray is $39.99 while the 42″ is $44.99. All sizes are offered in four colors: Gray, Black, OD Green, and Dark FDE.
8. Amazon — KingHardCase 200rd Rifle Ammo Case, $49.99
⏺ Great high-capacity waterproof ammo transport case — three versions
Keep 200 rounds of ammo securely stored in this Waterproof Ammo Case (#ad), now $49.99 on sale. Made of high-strength ABS plastic, this 11.5″ x 9.5″ x 4.5″ ammo transport case can withstand harsh environments, resist impact, and protect against scratches. Shown above is the version that holds 200 .308 Win-sized rounds. If you are traveling long distances to a major match, this is a good option. Another model holds 200 .223 Rem rounds in the same-size case priced $39.99 on Amazon. There is also a $39.99 double-decker KingHardCase that holds 350 rounds of pistol ammo.
9. Amazon — Target Stand Dual Pack, $47.39
⏺ 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.
10. Amazon — NEIKO 6″ Digital Calipers, $23.99
⏺ Good, reliable digital calipers at attractive price
Every handloader needs to measure shoulder bump, cartridge length, and other dimensions. A good set of calipers is essential. If you need calipers, check out the NEIKO Electronic Digital Calipers (#ad). The tool’s body/frame is constructed of finely polished stainless steel with a knurled thumb roller and locking screw that ensures smooth sliding and accurate positioning. If you’re getting started in reloading or are looking for a back-up set of calipers, this is a good option.
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With the price of premium scopes approaching $3500.00 (and beyond), it’s more important than ever to provide extra protection for your expensive optics. ScopeCoat produces covers that shield scopes with a layer of neoprene rubber (wetsuit material) sandwiched between nylon. In addition to its basic covers, sold in a variety of sizes and colors, ScopeCoat has a line of heavy-duty 6mm-thick XP-6 covers that provide added security. CLICK HERE to review the full line of ScopeCoats on Amazon (#ad).
Triple-Thickness XP-6 Model for Added Protection
The XP-6 Flak Jacket™ is specifically designed for extra protection and durability. The 6mm-thick layer of neoprene is three times thicker than the standard ScopeCoat. XP-6 Flak Jackets are designed for tall turrets, with sizes that accommodate either two or three adjustment knobs (for both side-focus and front-focus parallax models). To shield an expensive NightForce, March, or Schmidt & Bender scope, this a good choice. XP-6 covers come in black color only, and are available for both rifle-scopes and spotting scopes.
The heavily padded XP-6 Flak Jacket is also offered in a Zippered version, shown at right. This is designed for removable optics that need protection when in storage. The full-length, zippered closure goes on quick-and-easy and provides more complete protection against dust, shock, and moisture. These quality XP-6 scope covers are available on Amazon for $21-$38 (#ad).
Special Covers for Binos and Red-Dots ScopeCoat offers other specialized protective products, including oversize covers for spotting scopes, protective “Bino-Bibs” for binoculars, rangefinder covers, even sleeves for small pistol scopes and red-dot optics. There are also custom-designed covers for the popular Eotech and Trijicon tactical optics.
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. Bullet Central — Save 7% Site-Wide
⏺ Save on ammo, bullets, brass, dies, actions, optics, barrels, and more
Bullet Central is a great source for products for competitive shooting and game hunting. Bullet Central carries top products and now you can save 7% off EVERYTHING with code FCLASSJOHN7. This is a great time to pick up components, actions, and more and save money on items you rarely see on sale.
2. CDNN Sports — Ruger American Gen II with Scope, $599.99
⏺ Great deal on modern hunting rifle with Bushnell scope
Need a rifle for your fall hunt? Save $199 on this Ruger American Rifle at CDNN Sports. For $599.99 this gray-stocked rifle comes complete with a 4-12x40mm Bushnell hunting scope, and 20″ fluted barrel (with brake). Choose .204 Ruger, .223 Rem, .243 Win, .308 Winchester, or .450 BM chamberings. In addition, for the same $599.99 price, there are versions with FDE tan stock or green stock and 16.1″ or 16.4″ barrels offered in .223 Rem, 300 Blackout, and .450 BM. All these Ruger American Gen II rifles come with 4-12x40mm Bushnell scope and rings, adjustable trigger, and Cerakote metal finish.
3. Creedmoor Sports — Peterson Cartridge Brass Sale
⏺ Large selection of strong, long-lasting cartridge brass
Peterson crafts quality, long-lasting made-in-USA cartridge brass. Right now you can get major savings with the Peterson Brass Sale at Creedmoor Sports. You’ll find a wide selection of cartridge types, many offered at 15% Off — a significant discount.
4. Natchez — Reloading Press and Press Kit Sale
⏺ Major savings on reloading presses, combo kits, and progressives
Natchez is running a big Reloading Press and Press Combo sale. Save up to $155 on Press Combo sets from RCBS, Hornady, and Lyman. These combos can include press, scale, priming tools, powder measures and more. There are also deals on multi-stage progressive presses from Lee and Hornady. And if you just need a single-stage press, there are big savings on RCBS, Lee, Redding, Lyman, and Hornady presses. For example, you can get the RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme for $199.99, $42 off the regular price.
5. Midsouth — .308 Cal 168gr BTHP Bullets, 250 for $64.99
⏺ Good .308 practice bullets for just $26 per 100
Quality .308-caliber bullets can be expensive. If you practice frequently with a .308 Win or .30-06 rifle, consider these Classic Match Bullets from a major American bullet-maker. These bullets are a good choice for Garand or Modern Military rifle shooters who practice often. And the price is great — just $64.99 for 250 bullets. That works out to just $0.26 per shot. NOTE: If you want to test these bullets first, you can get a 25-count Sample Pack for just $9.00.
⏺ Top choice for PRS/NRL competition, plus 15% Off Code
For NRL22 or PRS/NRL matches, you’ll want a FFP scope with 0.1 Mil clicks. While you can spend over $2k on a suitable optic, we suggest getting the Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56mm for $799.99. This has good glass, a handy EBR-7C “Xmas Tree” reticle, and great owner reviews: “You cannot find a better scope for this price. Great glass and built sturdy with 34mm tube”; “Best bang for your buck. Clear glass, turrets track extremely well”; “[Great] for NRL22 … consistently repeatable when dialing for distance. Highly recommend.” To make this deal even better, EuroOptic offers free 2-day shipping, PLUS you get 12% Off with Code VTX12. That lowers your net cost to $703.99, a $96 savings.
7. Palmetto State Armory — TaurusTX 22 .22 LR Pistol, $249.99
⏺ Amazingly low price on rimfire pistol with good accuracy and ergonomics
With .22 LR rimfire pistols you can enjoy target shooting for a fraction of the ammo cost of centerfire handguns. And the low rimfire recoil is good for developing your shooting skills. Right now, the nicely-designed TaurusTX 22 Pistol is on sale at a bargain price — just $249.99. This gray-framed pistol has a good ergonomic grip and a crisp trigger. Owners report the TX 22 is very reliable and quite accurate.
Having a reloading scale with a built-in trickler makes loading faster and more efficient. If you need a compact scale, consider this Reloading Basic ERS2000 Electronic Scale (#ad). This unit reads up to 2000 grains with 1/10th grain accuracy. The included powder trickler mounts securely on the top of the blue scale housing. This ERS2000 scale comes with a convenient powder tray plus check-weights. NOTE: This unit has a power cord that plugs into a wall socket — it is NOT battery-powered.
9. 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 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.
10. Amazon — Frankford Arsenal Hinged Ammo Box Sale
⏺ Good plastic ammo boxes with hinged lids that open completely
Built for stacking and available for wide range of cartridges, Frankford Arsenal Hinge-Top Ammo Boxes (#ad) work well for factory and/or hand-loaded ammunition. These boxes have a good hinge that prevents the lid from inadvertently closing. The lid clasp also provides a secure closure. Made from high-density polymer, these boxes are strong and durable so they can be stacked.
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1. Midsouth — RCBS Press Combo Kits and Reloading Gear Sale
⏺ Major Sale on RCBS Combo Kits and other reloading products
Midsouth is running a huge SALE on RCBS products — with savings up to $110 on Reloading Combo Kits and 10-20% off specific reloading tools. At Midsouth’s RCBS Product Sale you’ll find great deals on presses, combo reloading kits, and an assortment of other reloading gear, all heavily discounted.
2. Sportsman’s Warehouse — Vortex Optics Sale + Gift Cards
⏺ Big savings on scopes, spotters, LRFs plus gift cards
Right now at Sportsman’s Warehouse you can get big savings on a wide selection of Vortex Optics including riflescopes, spotting scopes, binoculars, rangefinders, and red dots. Plus you can receive a Sportsman’s Warehouse Gift Card With Vortex Optics purchases. The card can be worth up to $200:
Spend $99-$200 receive a $10 Gift Card
Spend $201-$400 receive a $25 Gift Card
Spend $401-$500 receive a $50 Gift Card
Spend $501-$700 receive a $75 Gift Card
Spend $701-$1000 receive a $100 Gift Card
Spend $1001 or more receive a $200 Gift Card
3. Graf & Sons — Lapua Summer Gear Giveaway Offers
⏺ Get FREE Lapua logo products with ammo and/or bullet purchases
With the summer Lapua Gear Giveaway you get cool bonus products when you purchase Lapua bullets and/or centerfire ammo. Purchase $100 to $249 and get a Lapua Camelbak Bottle. If you spend $250 to $499 you’ll receive the Lapua RTIC Backpack Cooler and Bottle. Or if you spend at least $500 you’ll get a great trifecta — a versatile Lapua Backpack, a high-quality Lapua SOG Knife, and a Lapua Water Bottle. This promotion runs through September 30, 2024.
⏺ Compact, optics-ready pistol at ultra-low price after rebate
More and more citizens are carrying handguns for protection. The Beretta APX A1 9mm pistol is extremely compact so it can easily be carried on your person on in a purse (for the ladies). This polymer-framed Beretta holds 8 rounds and weighs just 19.8 oz. unloaded. The optics-ready slide can fit a variety of Red Dot optics with appropriate insert. This Beretta APX A1 Carry Pistol is on sale now for just $229.99 at Palmetto State Armory with Gray frame. It is also available for $249.99 with a Black or Flat Dark Earth frame. NOTE: This pistol qualifies for a $50 Beretta Rebate through August 31, 2024. That lowers your net cost to $179.99 on Gray version — an amazing deal.
5. Natchez — Ammo by the Case Sale with Major Savings
⏺ Very good prices on bulk rimfire and centerfire ammunition
Natchez has some great deals on cases of rifle and pistol ammunition. For example you can get PMC 9mm pistol ammo for $.24 a round or get great-shooting Norma TAC-22 rimfire ammo at $.07 a round. User reviews say this TAC-22 ammo competes well with .22 LR ammo costing twice as much. Natchez is offering a wide selection of case volume ammunition. There are major discounts so stock up now — some of these savings expire at 11:59 pm today, July 22, 2024.
6. 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.
7. Amazon — Lyman Xpress Case Trimmer, $119.92
⏺ Excellent, efficient power trimmer fits popular necked case sizes
Trimming brass is a key reloading process but it can be time-intensive. The powered Lyman Case Trim Xpress (#ad) can trim cases in a fraction of the time of manual trimmers. With fitted bushings that contact the shoulder of bottle-neck cases, the Case Trim Xpress quickly and cleanly trims brass very consistently using a motor-driven carbide cutter.
8. Amazon — Marksman Digital Reloading Scale, $37.99
⏺ Good, versatile scale for loading at home or at the range
The compact Marksman digital reloading scale (#ad) is a true bargain. Buyers say the scale is accurate and reliable (there are 75% 4- and 5-star reviews). The raised stainless steel platform is easy to use and the plastic cover keeps the scale protected while not in use. This MARKSMAN reloading equipment kit comes with digital scale, reusable hard shell case, powder pan, and a 100g calibration weight. Price is just $37.99, a 24% savings off the regular price.
9. Amazon — Frankford Arsenal Primer-Tube Filler, $59.99
⏺ Very good device for loading priming tool vertical tubes
Filling priming tool feed tubes is time-consuming and annoying. If you load primer tubes frequently, consider the Frankford Arsenal Vibra-Prime Primer Tube Filler (#ad). This handheld tool can efficiently load 100 primers into a primer tube in a matter of seconds. The system is efficient and reliable with both large and small primers.
10. Powder Valley — Concealment Shelf System, $83.99
⏺ Clever gun storage system that’s affordable and easy to install
Wouldn’t you like to have instant access to defensive handguns, even in your bedroom or living room? This Lockdown brand In-Plain-Sight Lockdown Shelf has a secret magnetic latch that opens a hidden compartment. A built-in LED light allows access even in total darkness. This wall-mounted gun storage system sells for $83.99.
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IMR 8208 XBR powder is a great propellent that has shown superb consistency, delivering great accuracy and low ES/SD in our testing. We have used this powder with success in .308 Win and other cartridges. The burn rate is slightly slower than Vihtavuori N133 and a bit faster than Hodgdon H4895. IMR 8208 XBR is suitable for many cartridge types including .204 Ruger, 22 BR, .223 Rem, 6 PPC, 6BR (lighter bullets), and .308 Winchester. It works great for varmint hunting loads as well as benchrest competition.
A quality spotting scope is very valuable in the field, at matches, or just having fun at the range. We found a great deal on the 
With the price of premium scopes approaching $3500.00 (and beyond), it’s more important than ever to provide extra protection for your expensive optics. 
The heavily padded XP-6 Flak Jacket is also offered in a Zippered version, shown at right. This is designed for removable optics that need protection when in storage. The full-length, zippered closure goes on quick-and-easy and provides more complete protection against dust, shock, and moisture. These quality XP-6 scope covers are available on 
