WED | AUGUST 27, 2025

In observance of the Labor Day weekend we will not be distributing any of our services on Monday, September 1. We will resume our normal distribution schedule on Tuesday, September 2. Due to the holiday weekend, we request you submit news for Tuesday’s editions no later than 2:30pm ET Saturday. For those of you heading out on Opening Day, have a safe and successful hunt.
The all-new Shield Verse 2.0 Pant from Blocker Outdoors builds on the legacy of its trusted predecessor with a few thoughtful upgrades. Made from high-performance 247 GSM (grams per square meter) 4-way stretch fabric, (93% polyester / 7% spandex) the Verse 2.0 Pant features a soft brushed interior for silent mobility, DWR (Durable Water Repellent), and Polygiene® Fresh plus Odor Crunch™ technologies.
Barnett® introduces the Demun STORM™, the latest addition to the Demun™ Break-action Compact Crossbow Series. The Demun STORM is a compound handheld crossbow that combines Barnett’s modern-day crossbow innovation with a compact, easily maneuverable handheld design.

Federal Ammunition congratulates sponsored shooters Cameron Hicks and Gregg Wolf for bringing home hardware at events in Montana and Minnesota. Hicks claimed High Over All in the FITASC event at the Western Challenge & Montana State. Wolf finished as the Minnesota State Sporting Clay Champion.
Hornady® congratulates sponsored shooters Joe Thielen and Austin Orgain for their performance at the Impact/Foundation PRC, August 23-24, 2025, in Wetumka, Oklahoma.
German Precision Optics (GPO) announces its 2025 National Photo Contest, giving photographers and outdoor enthusiasts the chance to win a complete GPO optics package valued at $2,609.96. The contest is open to everyone, with no limit on the number of photo submissions. Entries must be received by December 31, 2025. The winner will be selected by January 15, 2026 and notified shortly thereafter.

The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) has filed an amicus brief with the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in Yukutake v. Lopez, a case challenging Hawaii’s restrictive firearm purchase laws.
Tuesday, the National Rifle Association filed a challenge against Florida’s unconstitutional waiting period law in federal court.
Tuesday, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, attorneys for Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) filed a brief countering the federal government’s argument that, if FPC is successful in striking down the law, the court should enter an extremely narrow injunction that would deny millions of peaceable people their right to keep and bear arms.

Taylor’s & Company announces they will be exhibiting at 2025 Worldwide Fall Trade Show held Tuesday, August 26th to Thursday, August 28th, 2025 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, Reno, NV. This year, Taylor’s will be showcasing their latest and greatest historical firearms.
HatsanUSA and Escort Shotguns are headed west for the World-Wide Fall 2025 Show, taking place August 26–28 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center in Reno, Nevada.
Mesa Tactical announces its support for the upcoming Annual FBINAA & NV-Sheriffs and Chiefs Conference, scheduled for October 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Maxim Defense announced that they will be exhibiting at the Worldwide Fall Trade Show held Tuesday, August 26th to Thursday, August 28th, 2025 in Reno, NV. If you are planning to attend the Worldwide Show, stop Maxim booth #1242 to check out their best-in-class firearms, accessories, suppressors and more.
Rost Martin announces that Jay Pitassi is joining the company as the National Director of Sales. With over thirty years of experience in the firearms industry, Pitassi has dedicated his career to sales and building strong relationships with dealers and customers alike.
Winchester Safes announced its support of Gun Storage Check Week, a program of NSSF, taking place September 1–7, 2025. This national initiative reminds firearm owners of the importance of safe, responsible firearm storage, and encourages them to make it part of their regular routine.

Wiley X, a proud supporter of A Girl & A Gun, recently donated eyewear for the organization’s Sniper School event in Grand Junction, Colorado.
Safariland announced its Vice President and General Manager of Defense Technology, Dave DuBay, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Spirit of NTOA Award from the National Tactical Officers Association. The NTOA is dedicated to improving public safety and domestic security through training, education and tactical excellence.
SUPPLE announces its newest philanthropic effort, the Supple Squad Gives Back program. Supple’s first charitable partner in this Gives Back program is Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.), a 501(c)3 non-profit organization rebuilding the shattered lives of surviving family members and co-workers affected by a line-of-duty death.

NSSF® sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Chairman Andrew Ferguson urging the FTC to support President Donald Trump’s Executive Order Protecting Second Amendment Rights by conducting a thorough review of relationships and activities by the Biden FTC with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that propagated “whole of government” infringements on Second Amendment rights.
Thompson/Center Arms is expanding its Engineering & Product Development team with the addition of a Senior Firearm Design Engineer. This key role will help shape the next generation of T/C firearms and accessories.
The Outdoor Group, parent company of Elite Archery, Scott Archery, Slick Trick Broadheads, Altra Arrows, CBE, and Winner’s Choice, announces the expansion of its sales team with two key positions now open: Northern Territory Manager (Sales Representative) and International Sales Manager.

Custom & Collectable Firearms is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer/Laser Engraver Specialist to join our production team.
GOVIEW® USA announces the introduction of the new ZOOMR 10x42mm binocular. Designed specifically for outdoor and travel adventures where brilliant image quality is essential; this will be your new compact travel companion.
Tuesday, August 26 marks the Second Amendment Foundation’s 51st anniversary, commemorating more than five decades dedicated to defending, securing and restoring the right to keep and bear arms. Founded in 1974 by Alan M. Gottlieb, who now serves as the organization’s Executive Vice President, SAF is at the forefront of legal actions aimed at dismantling infringements on the Second Amendment rights of U.S. citizens.

The Michael Waddell Podcast, presented by Spandau Arms and in partnership with Spartan Precision and Folds of Honor, welcomes its latest guest, Colonel Nick Nichols President of Folds of Honor, for an inspiring conversation about service, sacrifice, and the core values that shape our lives.
Streamlight® announced the launch of the Sidewinder Compact® III, an ultra compact, high-performance, multi-fuel flashlight with multiple LED sources. With its 185-degree tilting head, durable build, gear and helmet mounting capabilities, the Sidewinder Compact III delivers powerful performance in a lightweight, highly versatile form.
Beretta USA introduces the 92X Performance Defensive Classic, a bespoke evolution of the 92X Performance platform, engineered for IDPA competition and serious competitors. Featuring a combat crown stainless steel barrel for improved accuracy and upgraded thin Hogue walnut grips, the 92X Performance Defensive Classic delivers a refined, classic aesthetic with modern precision.
Built for the ultimate wingshooting experience, Texas White Wing is engineered for precision, power, and performance in every shot. This 12-gauge, 2-3/4" shell delivers a 1-1/8 ounce payload of #7.5 shot at 1,250 fps, delivering hard-hitting effectiveness and smooth, reliable cycling.
CSG Member, Fiocchi of America, introduces Arkansas Steel, the ultimate waterfowl hunting shotshell. Designed to dominate the skies, Arkansas Steel’s 12-gauge, 3" shell delivers a 1-1/5 ounce payload of #2, #3, or #4 steel shot at a blistering 1,550 fps.
The Hornady Welded Steel Cabinet lineup solves for a variety of applications and budgets with three superior offerings. From bedroom closets to garages, and home offices to dedicated gun rooms, the 8-gun, 10-gun, and 12-gun welded cabinet models all have their part to play.
Gear up for hunting season with great deals on select SEVR broadheads. For a limited time, archers can scoop up instant rebates on SEVR two-blade broadheads. Visit sevrbroadheads.com today.
From August 27th through September 3rd, VIKTOS is loading up its community with an arsenal of savings and a lineup of top-selling products built for warriors, workers, and weekend grinders alike.
Umarex Airguns will again be a sponsor of the World Champion Squirrel Cook Off. Scheduled for Sept. 13 at the J.B. and Johnelle Hunt Family Ozark Highlands Nature Center in Springdale, Ark., the Cook Off brings together 40 teams competing for the title.
It is the largest national championship for the most popular divisions of the United States Practical Shooting Association. Carry optics, Production, Single Stack and Revolver divisions will battle it out over three days and twenty courses of fire at the Cardinal Shooting Center in Ohio.
 

As a member of a private gun club, I – along with others – received a missive about safety from the club safety officer. The topic, unsurprisingly, was the SIG P320. “As responsible firearm owners, it is essential to remain informed about your equipment, relevant legal developments, and any manufacturer-issued safety communications. In this case, online sources present conflicting information, which may make it difficult to reach clear conclusions (for you and the club).”

The conclusion was “The position of the … (Club) is to keep our members informed of any potential safety concerns. We trust our members to make thoughtful, educated decisions regarding the use of their firearms, including the P320, at our facilities.” 

The letter went on to post a reframe of the Rules – which are critical everywhere. 

What does that have to do with “uncommanded discharges?” – nothing. The Club went on to note that staying up-to-date on equipment issues is important and it’s an individual responsibility … just like the right to keep and bear arms.

The notification also included a link to SIG, a video posted on August 19th. Let’s be clear: the club was seeking to “let those who ride decide” – but those who ride bear the responsibility for consequences.

As always, it’s “not someone else’s fault.” If you’re alerted to a potential issue with a firearms platform – or make and model of automobile or anything else, it’s on you to make the final decision whether the potential and alleged risks are worth it. Blaming someone else – a gun club, a trainer/training facility, or anyone else – is a nonstarter. That’s what “the other side” does, not us.

Obviously, any facility, trainer, location has insurance coverage. That coverage indemnifies the principals from liability and, often, the insurer offers to pay to the limit of coverage for injury/damage – under certain circumstances. 

Insurers don’t want to pay claims. That’s not why they’re in business. They’re in business to make profits to pay shareholders, pay staff, pay their business bills and put a little in their own pockets. Paying out because some goober negligently shoots himself ain’t in the game plan.

Now these things happen. When someone who torches one off can blame the equipment, equipment gets blamed. That could mean a pay day for the shooter/shootee, one and the same.

When claims are paid, premiums go up. After they hit a level, people who have to pay premiums seek out another line of employment – regardless of their value to the state of the art. 

And who do we blame? Trust me, “blame” is the name of the game and eight people will name ten or twelve to pin it on. 

The riff about “I can’t be told what gun I’ll carry and shoot” is counterbalanced by “it’s economically unfeasible to host you under these circumstances. We hate to lose the business, but there’s one of you against a major payout and increase of costs to everyone else. Sayonara.”

It takes no more explanation than that. I applaud the club for putting members on notice that it’s the individual who bears the responsibility – and keeps that notice for potential discovery later, should it become necessary. Likewise, I have a deep understanding of the natural reluctance to open your facility and/or you to needless, stupid litigation. 

Which answer is correct? – Yes, all of the above.

You decide what you’ll carry and you assume the risks. I went through all this in 2001 and again in 2003. Everything worked out fine.

— Rich Grassi

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