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SIG SAUER Releases Rare Set of Surplus M17 and M18 Pistols to Benefit Sterling’s Promise Foundation

Monday, April 24th, 2023

NEWINGTON, N.H., (April 24, 2023) – Ahead of Special Operations Foundation Week (SOF Week) SIG SAUER is pleased to announce the first-ever public offering of a pair of M17 and M18 military surplus handguns with matching serial numbers through an online auction to benefit Sterling Promise Foundation.  All proceeds from this online auction, hosted by Guns America, will go to support the mission of Sterling’s Promise Foundation to provide financial support for early cancer detection and to cover the financial gaps that occur between treatment needed and benefits provided of special operations veterans.

This pair of surplus Modular Handgun System (MHS) pistols to include an M17 (serial # TF000041) and M18 (serial # TC000041) with matching serial numbers is 1 of 9 sets of MHS surplus pistols originally manufactured under contract with the U.S. Army according to the original specifications.  Both pistols were originally issued by the U.S. Army and fielded during the initial domestic and in-theater deployment of the Modular Handgun System. The unique, one-of-a-kind, features of these surplus pistols include coyote controls, the original government-issue markings and serial numbers, and orange rear and green front SIGLITE Night Sights. 

“It is an honor for SIG SAUER to join forces with Sterling’s Promise to celebrate the life and service of Staff Sergeant Scott Sterling, who passed away early into his civilian career after a heroic battle with cancer, through this rare opportunity to own a piece of U.S. military history,” said Jason St. John, Sr. Director, Government Products. “We are hopeful that the rarity of these pistols will entice collectors to bid for a worthy cause.  Not only are these pistols a rare set, but I would also note that this M18 surplus is the first-ever to be released.  With only 75 of the M18 surplus pistols in existence SIG SAUER has no plans to offer them commercially, only through charitable auctions such as this or for historical display.” 

SIG SAUER’s Jason St. John discusses the features of the M17 and M18 surplus pistols available at the online auction to benefit Sterling Promise Foundation.

The Sterling Promise Foundation was established in memory of U.S. Army SOF Veteran Scott Sterling who served in the 75th Ranger Regiment as well as 1st SFOD-D. Following his service, he enjoyed a successful civilian career in the industry and passed away in April 2021 from cancer caused by exposure during his military service.  The Sterling Promise Foundation was set up in his memory to help special operations veterans and their families by covering the gaps that exist between expenses and benefits, and to provide financial assistance for ongoing early detection medical screenings for improved health and survivability.

The complete details of this auction, detailed product photos, and product video with Jason St John can be found at GunsAmerica.com.  Bidding is now open through Thursday May 11, 2023, and the winner will be announced on Friday, May 12, 2023.

Bid here.

Vudoo Gun Works Launches Priest Double Stack 1911

Tuesday, April 18th, 2023

For Immediate Release – St George Utah – Vudoo Gun Works, leader in precision rifles and handguns, announces the release of the Priest double stack 1911. The Priest is the newest flagship handgun for the Vudoo Gun Works line of pistols.

The Vudoo Priest is the next logical step in the precision pistol line-up after the fall 2022 launch of the Möbius 1911. The Priest successfully integrates the highly precise and reliable slide and barrel fit found in the Mobius, with the familiar functionality of a modern double stack 1911. Vudoo customers will enjoy the standard option of a contour matching optic cut for either RMR or DDP with other popular options coming in the future. The Priest is currently only available in 9mm with additional calibers coming available summer 2023.

Each frame features a Nitride treated 4140 steel with Cerakote colors provided at the request of the customer. The slide is a 17-4 stainless steel that can be left raw or finished with a Cerakote color of choice.  

The Priest is compatible with STI/SV family of magazines giving users the option of 17, 19, or 23 round capacity and will ship with two 17 round magazines.

Features

  • 5” barrel
  • Tac Rail Dust-cover
  • DDP and RMR optic cut options
  • Unique Vudoo Textured Aluminum grip
  • Ambi Safety
  • Flared Magwell

Options

  • Cerakote Colors
  • Trigger length and contour
  • Bushing Barrel or Bull Barrel

MSRP: $3095

Indy 23 – Battle Arms Development

Friday, April 14th, 2023

You can usually count on something inspired by Star Wars from Battle Arms Development and their display at the NRA Show in Indianapolis doesn’t disappoint with a few examples of Solo blaster designs.

Savage Arms Celebrates Awards, Anniversaries and New Products at 2023 NRA Annual Meeting

Thursday, April 13th, 2023

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – April 12, 2023 – Savage Arms will display at the 152nd Annual NRA Meetings & Exhibits in Indianapolis, Indiana from April 14-16. In addition to showcasing several new products in booth #6255, the company will also be honored with two Golden Bullseye awards and continue to showcase the AccuTrigger in its 20th year on the market.

Savage Arms will have plenty for all attendees to see and learn more about—with everything from first-look new firearms to some of the most popular in the historic firearm manufacturer’s lineup. Hunters, competitive shooters, plinkers and those looking for their next self-defense firearm will all share an interest in the Savage booth this year. Many of the Savage Models in the booth will also feature the revolutionary AccuTrigger, which turned 20 in 2023.

“We’re excited about our lineup and the fact that we’re debuting a new firearm at the show,” said Beth Shimanski, Director of Marketing at Savage Arms. “NRA members are getting a first look at a product we think is going to be a top-seller in 2023. Attendees are also going to be able to see some of our latest products that have redefined Savage—including the Savage 1911. We will also have plenty of rifles featuring our iconic AccuTrigger which is celebrating its 20th Anniversary. Finally, we’re taking home two Golden Bullseyes, so this is another huge show for us.”

 

The Savage 110 PCS was bestowed with American Hunter’s 2023 Pistol of the Year Award earlier in 2023 and will be officially recognized at the award ceremony Friday morning. Savage will also receive the hardware for its 2023 Shotgun of the Year from Shooting Illustrated when the Renegauge Security is recognized at the event. Both awards and the firearms that earned them show Savage’s dedication to expanding to new categories with products customers want—and that still perform at the highest levels.

 

Attendees are encouraged to carve out time at the busy show to stop by Savage’s booth. With several proven and popular models there to see first-hand, it’s a can’t miss. But Savage also saved a product to debut at the show for the first time, so the incentive to make it to booth #6255 is even higher.

For information on the full Savage lineup, NRA Annual Meeting attendees can stop by the booth. Others are encouraged to visit the website and stay tuned to Savage social channels.

Remington to Display Magnum Research 360 Buckhammer Handgun at NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits

Thursday, April 13th, 2023

Lonoke, Arkansas – April 12, 2023 – Remington Ammunition is proud to share the news of the first handgun to be offered in the groundbreaking 360 Buckhammer cartridge. Magnum Research will be introducing their new product during the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits April 14-16, 2023, in Indianapolis.

Known for its reliability, accuracy, and strength, Magnum Research’s Biggest Finest Revolver marks the first revolver chambered in 360 Buckhammer. The 360 BFR delivers rounds down range, on target, and ideal handgun hunting performance. The plow handle style rubber grips will tame the recoil of the powerful round, and the stainless-steel finish makes it super durable in the field.

“We’re thrilled to showcase the first revolver chambered in 360 Buckhammer. Magnum Research has officially taken the straight up better straight wall cartridge to the next level,” said Remington’s Director of Marketing Joel Hodgdon. “Along with Remington’s Core-Lokt Tipped ammo receiving a Golden Bullseye Award, this year’s NRAAM is set to be one for the books for Big Green.”

NRA attendees are encouraged to visit Remington booth #5461 and Kahr booth #3208 for a first-hand look at the biggest finest revolver, now chambered in Remington’s popular new straight wall cartridge, 360 Buckhammer.

Each year, the NRA Publications Golden Bullseye Awards acknowledge the finest products available in the outdoor industry. Remington Ammunition’s Core -Lokt Tipped was recently awarded American Rifleman’s 2023 Golden Bullseye Award for Ammunition Product of the Year.

Recipients of the Golden Bullseye Awards will be recognized at this year’s show on the morning of Friday, April 14. Remington is proud that Core-Lokt Tipped is officially hunter-approved alongside the original Deadliest Mushroom in the Woods, Core-Lokt.

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

Taylor’s & Company Adds new 10mm to their 1911 Family

Sunday, March 12th, 2023

Winchester, VA – (February 27th, 2023) Taylor’s & Company, the world’s leading marketers and importers of state-of-the-art historical firearms utilizing the latest innovative designs, is pleased to announce the launch of the Full Size (FS) Tactical 1911 10mm pistol to their extremely popular 1911 family.

“We couldn’t be more excited to bring this state-of-the-art firearm to the modern gun enthusiast,” said Tammy Loy, Owner/CEO, Taylor’s & Company. “We wanted to offer the 10mm version to broaden our audience in the 1911 market. The new 10mm 1911 FS Tactical is sure to be a very popular firearm with the 1911 crowd.”

The Taylor’s & Company FS Tactical is a beautiful, modern iconic design that’s great for everyday use, target shooting, or duty use. It has a number of innovative additions such as an ambidextrous thumb safety, combat hammer, and skeletonized trigger. For easier control, an extended beavertail grip safety lets you get a high and tight grip without worrying about slide or hammer bite when firing. Additionally, this 1911 is chambered in a much more modern caliber than the original military 1911s. The 10mm auto cartridge packs a lot of punch as this pistol carries 8 rounds in the magazine. With a Parkerized finish and custom G10 grips, the Taylor’s & Company FS Tactical 1911 makes a great all-around pistol for an affordable price. The new FS Tactical 1911 10mm joins the 9mm FS Tactical model launched previously.

Additional features include: steel frame, fixed mounted dovetail rear sight, fixed mounted dovetail fiber optic front sight, ambidextrous safety and a GI slide serration for easy loading and unloading, all backed by a Lifetime Warranty.

To learn more about the new FS Tactical 1911 and all of Taylor’s & Company 1911 pistols and complete product offerings, please visit www.taylorsfirearms.com or follow us socially @taylorsfirearms.

Caracal USA Signs Laura Burgess Marketing

Tuesday, March 7th, 2023

Laura Burgess Marketing (LBM) will lead efforts to increase brand awareness of the global company to new customers within the commercial markets in the US.

Caracal CSR 308 Precision Rifle
Nampa, ID (March 2023) – Caracal USA, a leading international manufacturer of small arms for the law enforcement and defense markets, has partnered with Laura Burgess Marketing (LBM), a 20 year veteran of public relations and marketing communications within the shooting sports community, as part of the company’s strategy to build market share in the US commercial shooting sports market.

“We are thrilled to be a part of the marketing team for the Caracal USA brand,” Laura Burgess, president of LBM, commented. “This company has built its reputation on serving the world’s elite law enforcement and militaries, and now our efforts will focus on driving brand awareness to the concealed carry and self-defense markets, shooting sports competitors, and hunters in the US.”

“As part of our 2023 corporate strategy to increase brand awareness and visibility in the commercial market, while continuing to support our law enforcement and military markets, partnering with an industry veteran with a solid reputation for success is key,” Jeffrey Spalding, president and CEO of Caracal USA, added. “LBM will be instrumental to our success in the shooting sports community this year.”

Caracal Lynx DS
?Caracal USA, known for the CAR816A2 produced in the US, introduced several new products at the 2023 SHOT Show. First, the Enhanced F has been completely redefined and is currently being produced in Caracal USA’s new facility in Idaho and will be available in late spring. Additional new products include the Caracal Lynx DS, a 2011-style pistol available in three calibers, the Lynx DS Compact available in three calibers, the Lynx DS Versus™ designed for competition use and available in three calibers, the CMP9K fully ambidextrous semi-auto pistol, and the CSR 308 and 338 long-range precision rifles. Caracal USA’s new products will become available to dealers throughout 2023.

Introducing SHOOT SIG

Tuesday, February 7th, 2023

SHOOT SIG: A New, Fun Competition That Gets Gun Owners from the House to the Range

NEWINGTON, N.H., (February 6, 2023) – SIG SAUER is proud to introduce SHOOT SIG™ – a brand new shooting experience that takes plinking to the next level.  Founded through a collaboration between SIG SAUER and Team SIG professional shooter Daniel Horner, SHOOT SIG is a membership community that welcomes all levels of firearms enthusiasts, encourages participation in the shooting sports, and offers generous member-only benefits.

What is SHOOT SIG? SHOOT SIG is a competition series aimed at getting you from the house to the range in a fun, approachable atmosphere, and you don’t need to be a professional to compete.

What are the benefits of SHOOT SIG? SHOOT SIG starts with membership. Join SHOOT SIG to access all the member benefits including; ability to register for SHOOT SIG matches across the country with a generous prize opportunity for every participant, participation in the SHOOT SIG Product Purchase Program, access to purchase a custom SHOOT SIG gun of the year, entry into an aspirational annual member sweepstakes, quarterly giveaways, webstore discounts, member newsletters, events, and a SHOOT SIG welcome pack. To join, visit shootsig.com.

What does it take to SHOOT SIG? The SHOOT SIG match experience is designed for every level of shooter.  To compete you need two boxes of ammo, an hour of time, and your favorite SIG.  Don’t have a SIG?  No problem, at each match there are SIG firearms available for use.  Have another pistol that you want to compete with and it’s not a SIG?  No problem, you can still compete however, you are not eligible for match prizes.

How much does it cost?  An annual membership to SHOOT SIG costs $50.  Individual match registration costs $45.

How do I get started? Visit shootsig.com to sign-up, learn more about member benefits, review products available through the SIG Product Purchase Program and more.

“Max Michel, Daniel Horner, and Lena Miculek are the top shooters in their respective disciplines.  For 2023, the collective goal of Team SIG is to reach new firearms owners and expand participation in shooting sports.  While they each relish the competition and the thrill of the win, it’s equally important to each of them to create an avenue to share the passion for their sport and a have a vehicle to encourage others to get involved,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales.  “SHOOT SIG is the vehicle to encourage firearms owners to get to the range with their SIG with the value-added benefits a SHOOT SIG membership affords.”

SHOOT SIG Member Benefits:

SHOOT SIG Matches: Participate in SHOOT SIG matches across the country.  The competition is three, simple standardized courses of fire, you can bring your own gun or use one of the SIG guns at the range, with generous prize opportunities and random giveaways at every match.

SIG Product Purchase Program: The Shoot SIG Product Purchase Program is a member exclusive benefit that allows SHOOT SIG members to purchase one (1) SIG SAUER pistol or rifle at a discounted rate direct from the factory per membership year.

Aspirational Raffle: As a member of SHOOT SIG you are automatically entered into a members-only sweepstakes for an MCX-SPEAR with a SIG SAUER Electro-Optics TANGO6T and SLX Suppressor package.

Quarterly Prize Pack Drawing: As a member of SHOOT SIG every quarter you are eligible to receive 1 of 5 prize packs that feature SIG products and products from SHOOT SIG partner organizations.  The inaugural prize pack includes SIG branded eye and ear protection, an ammo bag, and two boxes of SIG 9mm ammunition.

SHOOT SIG Gun of the Year: In addition to your (1) SIG product purchase through the SIG Product Purchase Program, you are eligible to purchase the customized 2023 SHOOT SIG Gun of the Year. The inaugural SHOOT SIG Gun of the Year is a custom P320-DH3 with a ROMEO1Pro Optic.  This is the pistol designed by SHOOT SIG Founder and Team SIG Professional Shooter Daniel Horner and features the SHOOT SIG logo. 

SHOOT SIG Welcome Pack: SHOOT SIG Members will receive a welcome package.  This includes a welcome letter from Team SIG Professional Shooter Daniel Horner, an exclusive members-only SHOOT SIG hat, and a SHOOT SIG sticker set.

To learn more about the SHOOT SIG Program and all the member benefits visit shootsig.com.