ANOKA, Minnesota – March 24, 2023 – Federal Ammunition leads the category of most frequently purchased shotgun ammunition according to the Southwick Associates’ 2022 “Hunting & Shooting Participation and Equipment Purchases Consumer Tracking Study.” Southwick’s yearly survey compiled the feedback of over 9,000 hunters and recreational shooters.

“The fact that Federal shotshell ammunition leads the category for most shotgun ammo purchased is a testament to the demanding work everyone at Federal puts into creating these products,” said Dan Compton, Product Director for Federal Shotshell Ammunition. “This year’s survey showed the highest percentage of all shotshell ammo purchased was Federal. This is truly a team effort, and our company couldn’t be prouder.”

Federal has expanded its shotshell lineup in the past several years, adding a competition target lineup in High Over All, along with sub-gauge extensions for Top Gun, Black Cloud and a new Bismuth offering featuring HEVI-Bismuth. New HEVI-Bismuth shot is 22 percent denser than steel, delivering more lethal energy downrange. Launched by the FLITECONTROL FLEX wad, bismuth pellets pattern consistently, and their metallic properties make them safe in both modern and classic shotguns.

“We want to continue to have Federal Ammunition be a company that fills all of your shotgun ammunition needs,” said Compton. “For those that enjoy cold mornings in the duck blind, to busting clays, and for home defense, Federal Ammunition’s quality and trusted performance is there to meet those needs. With Federal’s wide range of product choices, shotgun hunters and shooters can easily find a product to fit their needs.”

Southwick’s in-depth resources illustrate shopping behaviors, such as where consumers buy, brand preferences, and amount spent. Learn more at www.southwickassociates.com.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – March 8, 2023 – RCBS®, the leading manufacturer of ammunition reloading equipment for rifles and pistols, has added three new cartridges to its collection of full-length die sets: 7mm PRC, .360 Buckhammer™ and .338 Weatherby® RPM.

Announced late last year, the 7mm PRC is the hottest new rifle cartridge to hit the market for long range shooters and hunters, joining the ranks of other popular cartridges in the PRC family like the 6.5 PRC and .300 PRC. As more riflemen switch to the new 7mm cartridge, demand for handloading equipment is also increasing.

The .360 Buckhammer is a new straight-walled cartridge for lever-guns that’s aimed at the big woods whitetail hunter, while the .338 Weatherby RPM combines fire-breathing magnum performance with modern, heavy-for-caliber bullets.

All three of these two-die sets come with a full-length sizer die with an expander-decapping unit and a seater die with bullet seater plug. Each die comes with standard 7/8″-14 thread and the sets come in a green die set box.

The 7mm PRC die set has an MSRP of $42.99, the .360 Buckhammer die set has an MSRP of $58.99, and the .338 Weatherby RPM die set has an MSRP of $75.99. To learn more about these die sets or to see the full lineup of RCBS reloading gear, head over to RCBS.com.

Lonoke, Arkansas – February 7, 2023 – Remington Ammunition is proud to announce that The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers Institute (SAAMI) has announced the acceptance of the groundbreaking 360 Buckhammer as an official new cartridge.  

“The acceptance of cartridges by SAAMI is crucial in the process of making new loads legitimate for American hunters and shooters,” said Remington Senior Director of Engineering Jared Kutney. “Whitetail hunters needed a straight wall cartridge that functions flawlessly in a lever action rifle, and we’re thrilled to have 360 Buckhammer accepted by the high standards set by the organization.”

360 Buckhammer’s key features include:                
• Ultimate straight wall cartridge                                             
• Accurate & deadly at 200 yards or more                               
• Easy to shoot with low recoil
• Better performance than 350 Legend or 30-30 Win.            
• Muzzle velocity: 2,215-2,400 FPS
• .358 diameter bullets deliver deadly results on-game
• Available in trusted Remington Core-Lokt; 180GR or 200GR
• Multiple lever-action rifle models, including single-shot versions, coming soon

SAAMI allows free access to technical data and drawings for the cartridge and chamber designs, which are posted in the Information and Specifications section of the organization’s website. 360 Buckhammer information can be found here.  

Since 1926, SAAMI has created and published industry standards for safety, interchangeability, reliability, and quality, as well as coordinating technical data. The company creates and promulgates technical, performance, interchangeability, and safety standards for firearms, ammunition, and components. SAAMI serves as the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible manufacturing, transportation, storage, and use of these products.

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Lonoke, Arkansas – February 2, 2023 – Remington Ammunition recently introduced Premier Long Range, a new, high-quality line of centerfire rifle ammunition for big game hunting at extended ranges. Featuring Speer’s revolutionary Impact bullet, available for the first time in factory-loaded ammunition, Remington has now announced three new PRC loads that will be available later this year.

“We’ve recently announced a full line of big game ammo with multiple caliber and grain weight options tailored for long-range hunting,” said Kris Carson, Remington Ammunition’s centerfire rifle product line manager. “With the addition of these three PRC loads, hunters can hit the field this season with optimal performance and deadly results.”

New loads coming later this year include:

SKU / Description

R28828 / 6.5 PRC 140 GR Speer Impact 

R28829 / 7MM PRC 175 GR Speer Impact

R28830 / 300 PRC 210 GR Speer Impact

Speer Impact’s tough, bonded construction ensures high weight retention for deadly terminal performance on deer sized game and larger at all ranges. The bullet’s sleek construction, tightly tapered shape, boat-tail, rear-adjusted center of gravity and SlipStream™ Tip offers high ballistic coefficients, flat trajectory and extreme accuracy for ultimate long-range hunting performance. Paired with top quality Remington Premier components, the bullet’s aerodynamic design takes your shot to the furthest reaches.

Remington will showcase the new Premier Long Range, along with a variety of new products, at the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo from February 2-5, 2023 in Salt Lake City. Attendees are encouraged to stop by booth #2960 to learn more.

Find Remington ammunition at dealers nationwide and online. For more information on Remington ammunition and accessories, visit www.remington.com.