60th Anniversary of the 10/22 Rifle
In celebration of the 60th Anniversary of its 10/22 rimfire carbine, Sturm, Ruger & Co. (Ruger) is offering a the 60th Anniversary 10/22 Carbine. This, the Sixth Edition of the Ruger Collector’s Series, features a nice Magpul stock, and has unique collector’s memorabilia features. The 60th Anniversary 10/22 ships in a Collector’s Series box with a Sixth Edition Ruger Collector’s Series metal street sign and pin.
The 60th Anniversary 10/22 boasts a stainless barrel and silver-finished receiver with a modern, gray Magpul Hunter X-22 stock. The blackened bolt is laser-engraved with a 60th Anniversary marking. The rifle features a red bolt handle and trigger while incorporating popular features including non-glare blade front sight, ghost ring adjustable rear aperture sight, extended magazine release, and Picatinny scope rail. The Anniversary model also retains common 10/22 features like the push-button, cross-bolt manual safety and 1/2″-28 threaded hammer-forged barrel that accommodates popular muzzle accessories.
For more information on the Ruger Collector’s Series 10/22 visit Ruger.com, Facebook.com/Ruger or Instagram.com/Rugersofficial.
SHOT Show 2024 kicks off in Las Vegas, Nevada in less than three weeks, starting with Industry Day at the Range on 1/22/24 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 2023, exhibitors, buyers, media, and industry professionals hailed from 50 states and over 115 countries. The 2024 SHOT Show will have more than 2,500 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 800,000 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 a $9.4 billion industry. The total economic impact of the sporting arms and ammunition industry is more than $80.7 billion, which supports more than 393,000 jobs.
More than 52,000 professionals in the shooting, hunting, outdoor and law enforcement industry attended SHOT Show in 2023. 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.
SHOT Show, the major gun industry trade show of the year, takes place next month in Las Vegas, Nevada. SHOT® stands for “Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trade”. The event starts off with the Industry Day at the Range on Monday, January 22, 2024. Then the main show commences on Tuesday, January 23 and runs through Friday, January 26, 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. The 2023 SHOT Show had more than 800,000 net square feet of space reserved by more than 2,500 exhibitors. SHOT Show attracts buyers, retailer reps, and news media from 100+ countries. In years past over 50,000 persons attended SHOT Show, and we expect even more this year. The NSSF, SHOT Show’s organizer, expects this year’s event to draw some “52,000 industry professionals and 2,200 media representatives.”
CLICK EACH FLOOR LEVEL BELOW for More Details
If you’ll be attending the big event in Las Vegas next month, 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.
Book Your Hotel Room Right Away — Don’t Delay
If you plan to attend SHOT Show in Las Vegas next month, be sure to get a hotel booked as soon as possible. Room rates are already jacked up for SHOT Show week, and will get higher the longer you wait. Click the box below to visit hotels and casinos that offer favorable rates for SHOT Show attendees.
From SHOT Show 2023 — 36 Interesting New Guns
If you’re curious about the SHOT Show experience, check out this video from last year. The popular Backfire YouTube Channel spotlights 36 new firearms featured at last year’s SHOT Show:
In 2019 CCI introduced a new type of .22 LR rimfire ammunition. CCI’s innovative Clean-22 Ammo features polymer-coated bullets. This is actually a pretty important development. The bullet coating on CCI’s Clean-22 ammo provides three main benefits:
1. Copper fouling in the barrel is greatly reduced.
2. Lead fouling in the barrel is greatly reduced.
3. Lead build-up in suppressors is reduced by 60-80%.
CCI has produced four versions of Clean-22 rimfire ammunition: Hyper Velocity (#954CC, 31gr, 1550 FPS MV), High Velocity (#944CC, 40gr, 1235 FPS MV), Subsonic (#934CC, 40gr, 1070 FPS MV), and Suppressor (#980CC, 45gr, 1000 FPS). These all feature lead bullets with polymer coatings. The Hyper Velocity ammo has purple-coated bullets, High Velocity ammo has red-coated bullets, Subsonic has blue-coated bullets, and the Suppressor version has black-coasted bullets. There was also a special 400rd Christmas pack of Clean-22 Hi-Vel ammo with Red and GREEN coated bullets, item #946XMAS.
Clean-22 Ammo with Polymer-Coated Bullets
Clean-22 uses an exclusive polymer bullet coating to greatly reduce copper and lead fouling in the barrel without leaving a residue. It also cuts lead buildup in suppressors 60 to 80 percent. Both the Sub-Sonic and High Velocity loads feature a 40-grain round nose lead bullet with geometry that’s been optimized for accuracy. With dependable CCI priming and consistent propellant, Clean-22 provides reliable cycling through semi-automatics and all 22 LR firearms.
Large rifle primers have been extremely hard to find lately, both regular and magnum type. Well folks, now you’re in luck. Powder Valley has received a large shipment of RUAG large rifle primers. RUAG Ammotec GmbH is a top-tier company that produces primers and ammunition in Germany.
Needless to say, these RUAG #5341 LR primers are very good, reliable primers. These primers are priced at $112.99 per thousand, with a limit of two boxes (2000 primers total) per customer. Yes, that’s expensive, but if you can’t find Large Rifle Primers elsewhere this may be a vital source.
RUAG Ammotec GmBH is a subsidiary of RUAG Holding, a large Swiss company specializing in aerospace engineering and the defense industry. RUAG is headquartered in Bern, Switzerland and also has numerous production sites in Switzerland and Germany. RUAG Holding also owns and operates Norma Precision.
Need some interesting reading material for this upcoming Holiday weekend? Check out the FREE digital editions of Shooting Industry Magazine. Along with reports on new products, Shooting Industry features reports on important trends in the shooting sports world. Below we’ve included quick links to the four most recent Shooting Industry editions. These four monthly magazines can be read online for free. Also, as they are in PDF format you can easily print all or part of these monthly magazines.
If you want to review other, older monthly editions, CLICK HERE to access the Shooting Industry Digital Archives page with links for all 2022 and 2023 monthly issues.
2024 New Product Showcase in December 2023 Edition
The latest digital edition of Shooting Industry Magazine features the first segment of SI’s comprehensive New Product Showcase. This 14-page article, starting on Page 58, showcases dozens of recently-introduced rifles, handguns, optics, and shooting accessories. NOTE: Some of these products debuted in mid-year 2023 so, technically, they may not be “new for 2024″, but they are still relatively recent product releases. You can also see the NEW Product Showcase PART One on the main Shooting Industry website with a mobile-friendly format. CLICK HERE.
Short Range Zero Article in December 2023 Edition
On page 48 of the December Shooting Industry magazine, an interesting article explains how to zero firearms at 25 yards in a manner which provides an effective 100-yard zero. This procedure allows you to zero a match or hunting rifle indoors in the off-season when an outdoor range is not available (or covered with snow). CLICK HERE to read article (scroll down to page 48). CLICK HERE for Mobile-Friendly version.
Looking for an Xmas gift for a shooting buddy? We found a dozen great deals on compact gifts that can easily be gift-wrapped, packed, and shipped. Typically there are 25-35% savings on these gift selections, but some are as much as 70% off. That will help your gift-giving dollars stretch farther this year.
12 GREAT GIFTS for Shooters and Hunters — All on SALE
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BONUS — More Gift Ideas for Gun Aficionados
If you want more suggestions for affordable gifts for your shooting buddies or family members who enjoy hunting and target shooting, here is a video that can provide some inspiration for the holidays:
The December issue of Shooting Industry (SI) magazine features new products from many leading companies including Sig Sauer, CZ, Marlin, MDT, Springfield Armory, Savage, Garmin, Taurus and more. Part One of SI’s 2024 New Product Showcase features cool, new products from over 60 brands. This month’s product feature is the first of a three-part series, with other segments slated for January and February.
Here are some of the most noteworthy new guns and gear items featured in the December Shooting Industry Magazine Issue which can be accessed for free on the web:
CZ 600 American Rifle
The CZ 600 American is an American-style bolt-action centerfire rifle fitted with a nice Turkish walnut stock. The handsome CZ 600 American is offered in a wide range of popular chamberings including: .223 Rem, .243 Win, 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win, .270 Win, .30-06 Sprg, and .300 WinMag. Notably, CZ offers a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee with the CZ 600.
CZ 600 AMERICAN features:
Guaranteed sub-MOA accuracy (3-shot groups at 100m with match-grade ammunition)
All metal components treated with CZ’s patented anti-corrosion finish
Steel receiver with a Rem 700-type mounting interface
User-adjustable trigger pull weight (CZ patent)
Symmetrical stock made of Turkish walnut
Thin profile, cold hammer forged barrel
Locking, double-stack magazine
New MDT 26 oz. HNT26 Hunting Rifle Chassis
MDT now offers a super lightweight HNT26 Chassis System for Remington 700-based medium actions. The HNT26 Chassis System is specifically designed for hunting, providing great functionality along with light weight. Weighing just 26 oz., the HNT 26 combines a magnesium alloy base with carbon fiber components for durability without compromising on weight. Features include a foam-filled carbon fiber buttstock section, and a carbon fiber fore-end with an optional integral ARCA rail. The chassis works with AICS magazines for smooth and reliable feeding.
Garmin Xero C1 Pro Compact Radar Chronograph
The Garmin Xero C1 Pro is a new compact chronograph which has proven both highly accurate and easy to use with a handy smartphone App. The Xero C1 Pro can capture velocity data for arrows, crossbow bolts, shotgun slugs, paintballs and airsoft devices. It can display projectile speed and shot count, as well as average speed, standard deviation (SD) and extreme spread (ES). Very compact, the Xero C1 Pro is easy to transport and sets up easily on a small Garmin tripod.
SIG Sauer CROSS Magnum Rifle .300 Win Mag
The new bolt-action SIG SAUER CROSS Magnum is chambered in .300 Win Magnum with a 24″ user-changeable 5R barrel. This rugged rifle features a modern receiver with two-stage Match trigger and AICS magazine. The handsome aluminum Coyote anodized frame boasts a free-floating handguard (M-LOK and ARCA compatible), with PRS-style grip. The folding buttstock adjusts for length and cheek height. This CROSS Magnum rifle weight 8.9 pounds with a 45.2″ overall length.
Taurus Judge TORO Revolver
The optics-ready Taurus Judge TORO wheelguns are available in four different setups. These all have a 3″ barrel, double-action trigger, plus a fiber optic front sight. Models offered include stainless or matte black with a cylinder that accepts 2.5″ .410 shotshells, and stainless and matte black models that accept 3″ .410 shotshells. The standard Judge TORO and Magnum Judge TORO have optics plates that fit the Holosun K-series or Shield RMSc Red Dot sight footprints. “TORO” stands for “Taurus Optic Ready Option”.
Along with the 60 New Product descriptions, the December 2023 Shooting Industry issue has a number of informative articles. First, SI Editor Jade Moldae offers the SHOT Show 2024 Preview as well as a recap of the 2023 NASGW Expo.
In another article, B.A. Stear explains how to zero a rifle indoors within a relatively short distance. In 100-Yard Zero On A 25-Yard Range? Stear explains the procedure (and calculations) needed to zero a rifle at an indoor range to simulate a longer outdoor distance.
The What’s Next For The Ammo Market? feature by Bryan Hendricks assesses the potential impact ammunition retailers may face from the pending sale of Vista Outdoors’ Sporting Products segment to the Czechoslovak Group A.S. (CSG).
Powder Valley has added Norma products to its extensive inventory of ammunition, reloading components, tools, and shooting accessories. Powder Valley is now carrying Norma products for shooters and handloaders. Norma ammo and components are developed with the high quality raw materials and tight tolerances to ensure long life and accuracy.
About Norma Precision AB
Dedicated to outfitting shooting enthusiasts with quality products since 1902, Norma started out in a small Swedish town and is now a top global brand boasting more than 350 employees, most of whom are hunters, shooters, and reloaders themselves. For hunting and target shooting applications Norma manufactures many millions of rounds annually for 100+ different cartridge types.
VERY Informative Video Show Cartridge Brass and Ammunition Production:
Here’s a cool video showing how bullet, brass, and ammunition are produced at the Norma Precision AB factory. You can see how cartridges are made starting with brass disks, then formed into shape through a series of processes, including “hitting [the cup] with a 30-ton hammer”. After annealing (shown at 0:08″), samples from every batch of brass are analyzed (at multiple points along the case length) to check metal grain structure and hardness. Before packing, each case is visually inspected by a human being (3:27″ time-mark). The video also shows how bullets are made from jackets and lead cores. Finally, you can watch the loading machines that fill cases with powder, seat the bullets, and then transport the loaded rounds to the packing system.
12 Days Of Christmas Contest at Powder Valley
Beginning Monday, December 4, 2023, Powder Valley has been running a major give-away contest, with prize products from a different maker each day. Today, 12/6/23, Berry’s Bullets are the Prize. And, TAKE NOTE readers, tomorrow 12/7/2023 Lapua, Berger, and Vihtavuori products are the Daily Contest Prize. If you need Lapua Brass, Berger Bullets, or VV powder, be sure to enter before end of day 12/7/2023. The 12 prizes vary by day and by value. Each day’s prize will be posted on Facebook and Instagram. WINNER SELECTION: A random drawing will be conducted the following day by Sponsor or its designated representatives. The Sweepstakes began on 12/4/23 and ends on 12/15/23.
About Powder Valley Powder Valley began in 1984 as Dexter Automotive, the first master distributor of Accurate powder. In 2000, Bryan and Noel Richardson purchased the company and moved operations to Winfield, Kansas with a focus on providing the finest in reloading components at the best possible price. Powder Valley expanded its vision to offer every type of powder and primer available so reloaders would have a single shopping source. Since then, Powder Valley has grown into the largest distributor of canister powder in the United States and currently carries an ever-expanding offering of high-quality bullets, brass, wads, shot, gun care items, and ammunition at an excellent value.
The 2024 SHOT Show is now just nine-and-a-half weeks away. The NSSF SHOT Show is the leading gun/hunting/shooting industry trade show. The huge event takes place in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum. At SHOT Show, visitors can see thousands of new guns, optics, accessories, and ammo offerings. This is the premier opportunity to have a “hands-on” view of new products, network with industry leaders, and attend informative seminars. This year’s event runs Tuesday through Friday, January 23-26, 2024, preceded by Media Day at the Range on January 22nd.
Book Hotels Now to Save Money
Unfortunately, we are seeing that, for SHOT Show week, Las Vegas hotel rates are up to 50% higher than before the pandemic. And numerous hotels are deceptively adding extra “resort fees” and processing charges, which worsen the high costs. Before you confirm a reservation, make sure you know ALL the COSTS, including room rates, taxes, resort fees, parking charges, and non-refundable deposits.
The longer you wait, the higher the cost of Las Vegas rooms will be. NSSF notes that: “It is important for attendees to book hotel rooms sooner than later to get better room rates and to get a room in a preferred location. Hotels like The Flamingo, Harrah’s and The LINQ are great options to consider.” Learn more about hotels here: https://shotshow.org/official-hotels/.
SHOT Show Information
We expect over 50,000 people will attend SHOT Show 2024. As in 2023, this year’s SHOT Show encompasses two facilities — the Venetian Expo AND the new Caesars Forum. Combined, these facilities provide over 800,000 square feet of exhibit space. The two trade show halls are connected by an elevated walking bridge.
SHOT Show 2024 kicks off in Las Vegas, Nevada in less than three weeks, starting with 
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