Nov 2, 2026
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5-In-1 Rechargeable Mini-Dehumidifier for Rifle Storage
Rifle Builds

Remington Launches 5-In-1 Rechargeable Mini-Dehumidifier for Precision Rifle Storage

A New Cordless Dehumidifier From Remington Brings Integrated Climate Control, Odor Elimination, Lighting, and Remote Monitoring to Gun Safes and Other Storage Solutions.

1d ago

FN Browning Group Acquires Accuracy International
Community

FN Browning Group Finalizes Accuracy International Acquisition

The Deal, Completed on October 30, Integrates the British Precision Rifle Maker, Committing to Preserve Its Distinct Brand Identity and Manufacturing Presence.

2d ago

Universal Red Dot Mount for Shotguns & Rimfire Rifles
Optics

Warne Debuts Universal Receiver Red Dot Mount for Shotguns and Rimfire Rifles

The New Mount Offers a Low-Profile, Direct-Attachment Solution for Popular Reflex-Style Red Dot Optics on Drilled-And-Tapped Firearm Receivers.

3d ago

Weapon-Mounted Laser Rangefinders: Diverse Designs &
Optics

The Dynamic Field of Weapon-Mounted Laser Rangefinders: Diversity in Design and Function

An Overview of Prominent Weapon-Mounted Laser Rangefinders Highlights Rapid Development and Varied Approaches to Ballistics Integration, Display Interfaces, and Control Systems for Precision Shooters.

5d ago

Leupold Bx-6 Range HD recognized for advanced performance
Optics

Leupold Bx-6 Range HD Recognized for Advanced Ballistics and Ranging Performance

Outdoor Life Editors Named the Leupold Bx-6 Range HD Rangefinding Binocular Editor's Choice for Its Optical Clarity, Robust Ranging Engine, and Integrated Ballistic Solutions, Including Hornady 4dof®.

6d ago

Fire-Control Module for Precision Rifles: Maztech X4 LRF
Optics

Maztech X4 LRF 15k: a Comprehensive Fire-Control Module for Precision Rifles

The Maztech X4 LRF 15k Is Positioned as a Sophisticated, Weapon-Mounted Laser Rangefinder with Integrated Ballistics, Designed to Streamline the Shot Process for Serious Long-Range Competitors.

6d ago

Camp Perry 2000 sees Gallagher's historic double, repeat
Long Range Technique

Camp Perry 2000: Historic Double for Gallagher, Repeat Wins, and New Records

The 2000 National Matches at Camp Perry Delivered Unprecedented Achievements for Women, a Dominant Pistol Performance, and Multiple Record-Setting Efforts Across Smallbore and High Power Disciplines.

Oct 24

Remington 700 Actions Match-Grade Replacement Barrels
Rifle Builds

Wilson Combat Unveils Match-Grade Replacement Barrels for Remington 700 Actions

The New Barrel Line Offers Common Competitive Calibers in Factory Contours, Designed for Direct Fit with Professional Gunsmith Installation.

Oct 24

Remington Universal Cleaning Kits with Mil-Spec Threading
Rifle Builds

Remington Gun Care Unveils Three Aluminum Rod Universal Cleaning Kits with Mil-Spec Threading

New Dedicated Kits for Handguns, Rifles, and Shotguns Feature Aluminum T-Handle Rods and Accessories Built with Mil-Spec 8-32 Threading, Which Remington Rates as 20% Stronger Than Standard.

Oct 24

Rifle-Mounted Laser Rangefinder Debuts Integrated
Optics

Arken Debuts TARGETLOCK TL3000 Rifle-Mounted Laser Rangefinder with Integrated Ballistics

The New TL3000 Aims to Consolidate Rangefinding, Ballistic Calculations, and Weather Meter Connectivity Into a Single, Compact Unit Attached Directly to the Rifle.

Oct 24

Zerotech Trace X FFP scope with illuminated reticles
Optics

Zerotech Unveils Trace X 5-25x56 FFP with Multiple Illuminated Reticle Options

Zerotech Has Expanded Its Trace Lineup with Three New Illuminated 5-25x56 FFP Models, Designed for Both Precision Competition and Hunting Applications.

Oct 24

Smith & Wesson Acquires Savage Arms, Grows Bolt-Action
Rifle Builds

Smith & Wesson Acquires Savage Arms in $160 Million Deal, Expands Bolt-Action Portfolio

The Strategic Acquisition Positions Smith & Wesson with the Model 110 Bolt-Action and Accutrigger, Significantly Broadening Its Presence in the Rifle Market and Commercial Firearms Industry.

Oct 22

Firearm company acquisition consolidates US manufacturing
Rifle Builds

Smith & Wesson Acquires Savage Arms, Consolidating American Firearm Manufacturing

The $160 Million Stock and Cash Acquisition From JDH Holdings Unites Two Historic Massachusetts-Based Manufacturers, Creating the Largest Commercial Firearms Producer in the United States.

Oct 21

Akron Scores Season-Best Against No. 2 Kentucky
PRS

Precision Under Pressure: Akron Delivers Season-Best Scores Against No. 2 Kentucky

The No. 15 Akron Zips Challenged the No. 2 Kentucky Wildcats, Setting New Season High Scores and Demonstrating Strong Individual Performances Crucial for NCAA Championship Selection.

Oct 21

Reloading Sector Gains New Electric Powder Trickler
Reloading

Longshot Cameras Acquires Dandy Products, Enters Reloading Sector with 2-Speed Electric Powder Trickler

The Company, Known for Its Target Camera Systems, Expands Its Portfolio to Include a Precision Reloading Tool Designed for Charge Weight Refinement.

Oct 20

Bolt-Action Rifle Operation: Essential Mechanics
Rifle Builds

Deconstructing the Bolt: Essential Mechanics of Bolt-Action Rifle Operation

A Comprehensive Overview of Bolt Design Elements, From Locking Lugs and Extractors to Safety Mechanisms, Highlights Their Impact on a Rifle's Function and the Shooter's Interface.

Oct 20

Collegiate Air Rifle: West Virginia Record & Perfect 600s
Long Range Technique

Muller Sets West Virginia Program Record, Perkowski Opens Season with Perfect 600s in Collegiate Air Rifle

Océanne Muller's Third Perfect Score of the Fall Semester Establishes a New West Virginia Program Record, While Teagan Perkowski Kicks Off Alaska-Fairbanks' Season with a Flawless Performance.

Oct 19

Long-Range Shooter Disciplinary Ban Overturned by
PRS

Disciplinary Ban on Long-Range Shooter Mohsin Nawaz Overturned by PSB Adjudicator

A Pakistan Sports Board Adjudicator Has Reversed All Penalties Imposed by the Plra, Questioning the Proportionality and Authority Behind the Three-Year Sanction.

Oct 19

Regional Competitions: Shooters Take Podium & Top Finishes
PRS

Meprolight-Backed Shooters Secure Podium and Top Finishes in Regional Competitions

Callerina Woodard, Korey Bromery, and Garrett Tyler Recently Demonstrated High-Level Precision and Consistency Across Various Competitive Shooting Events.

Oct 19

RCBS Brass Polisher Update for Case Prep
Reloading

RCBS Introduces Updated Vibratory Case Polisher, Streamlining Post-Tumbling Brass Preparation

The Second-Generation RCBS Polisher Focuses on Reducing Mess and Accelerating Media Separation Through an Improved Design and Enhanced Motor.

Oct 19

Hornady Pro Press Reworked, New Kit for Precision
Reloading

Hornady Reworks Classic Pro Press, Introduces Accuracy Kit for Precision Reloading

Hornady's Lock-N-Load Classic Pro Press Receives Seventeen Refinements for Enhanced Consistency, Now Available in a Comprehensive Kit with the Auto Charge Pro Powder Scale and Other Essential Tools.

Oct 19

6.5 Creedmoor DMR & Sniper Rifle Variants from MKE
Rifle Builds

MKE Introduces 6.5 Creedmoor Variants of DMR and Sniper Rifle Platforms

The New Cmr-65 and Bora-65 Models From MKE Integrate the Ballistically Optimized 6.5 Creedmoor Cartridge Into Their Established Rifle Designs.

Oct 18

Savage Arms Revel Tactical Lever-Action Rimfire Rifle
Rifle Builds

Savage Arms Debuts Revel Tactical Lever-Action Rimfire Rifle

The New Revel Tactical Blends Classic Lever-Action Mechanics with Modern Features, Including an M-Lok Handguard and MDT Height-Adjustable Stock, for a Versatile Rimfire Platform.

Oct 18

Ruger product line refocus under 2030 strategy
Rifle Builds

Ruger Initiates Significant Product Line Refocus Under "Ruger 2030" Strategy

The Firearms Manufacturer Confirms Strategic Adjustments to Its Handgun and Long-Gun Catalogs, Aiming to Align Production with Evolving Market Preferences and Future Development.

Oct 17

Daniel Defense DELTA 5: Mixed Reception & Safety Advisory
Rifle Builds

Daniel Defense DELTA 5's Precision Promises Met with Mixed Reception and Safety Advisory

The Original Daniel Defense DELTA 5 Bolt-Action Rifle, Introduced in 2019, Showcased Exceptional Accuracy but Faced Criticism Regarding Bolt Operation, Stock Ergonomics, and Value, Alongside a Manufacturer's Safety Notification for Certain Production Runs.

Oct 17

Amateur Victory at GA Precision LLC Bushnell GAP Grind
PRS

David Fleeger Secures Amateur Victory at 2026 GA Precision LLC Bushnell GAP Grind

Fleeger Achieved a 91.8% Hit Rate Across Three Days, Securing a First-Place Finish Among 143 Amateurs in One of the Sport's Largest Pro/am Events.

Oct 17

2026 IPRF Worlds Crowns American Two-Time Limited Champion
PRS

American Sweep Crowns Chad Heckler Two-Time Limited Champion at 2026 IPRF Worlds

Heckler's Consistent Performance Led Team USA to Dominate Individual Division Titles at the Centerfire World Championship in Lipan, Texas.

Oct 17

.25-Caliber Resurgence: Modern Bullet Tech Fuels Revival
Rifle Builds

The .25-Caliber Resurgence: Modern Bullet Technology Fuels Quarter-Bore Revival

New Saami-Approved Cartridges Like the .25 Creedmoor and .25 Weatherby Rpm, Paired with High-Bc Projectiles and Fast-Twist Barrels, Are Bringing the Versatile .25-Caliber Back Into Focus for Precision Shooters and Hunters.

Oct 17

Remington 700 Replacement Barrels by Wilson Combat
Rifle Builds

Wilson Combat Launches Replacement Barrels for Remington 700 Actions

The Company’s New Line Offers Button-Rifled 416r Stainless Steel Barrels in Popular Calibers, Designed for Gunsmith Installation on Remington 700-Pattern Rifles.

Oct 17

Ruger Precision Rifle Centrefire Production to End in 2026
Rifle Builds

Ruger Precision Rifle Centrefire Production to Conclude After Final 2026 Runs

The Current-Generation Centrefire Ruger Precision Rifle Will See Its Last Production Runs Through 2026 as Part of Ruger's Broader Strategy, Though the Name May yet Return.

Oct 17

Federal 6.5 Creedmoor Awarded for Velocity Claims
Reloading

Federal's 6.5 Creedmoor +peak Receives Caliber Award for High-Pressure Velocity Claims

Federal's 6.5 Creedmoor +peak Ammunition, Featuring Peak Alloy Case Technology, Has Received the 2026 Caliber Award for Its Claimed High-Pressure Performance and Retained Cartridge Dimensions.

Oct 17

Ruger scales back product line, impacting competitive
Rifle Builds

Ruger Scales Back Product Line, Impacting Key Competitive Platforms

A Recent Announcement From Ruger Details Significant Catalog Cuts, with Many Popular Competitive Firearms Ceasing Production by Early 2027.

Oct 16

Federal Ballistic AE App Update Streamlines DOPE Display
Long Range Technique

Federal Ballistic AE App Update Streamlines DOPE Display for Precision Shooters

The Latest Version for Ios Integrates Real-Time Trajectory Data and Adjustment Figures on a Single Interactive Screen, Enhancing System Accuracy and Field Efficiency.

Oct 16

Reloading Bench Gets New Kit, Tools, 6.8 Western Support
Reloading

Hornady Enhances Reloading Bench with New Kit, 6.8 Western Support, and Versatile Tools

Hornady's Latest Reloading Product Releases Address Foundational Needs for Aspiring Precision Rifle Handloaders, Offer Versatile Bench Solutions, and Expand Component Availability for the 6.8 Western Cartridge.

Oct 16

Riflescope introduced by Zerotech for PRS NRL Hunter
Optics

Zerotech Introduces Trace X 5-25x56 FFP Riflescope Aimed at Prs, NRL Hunter Competitors

Zerotech Optics USA Has Released the Trace X 5-25x 56 Mm FFP Rmg-H MRAD Illuminated Riflescope, Designed to Offer Competitive Features for Long-Range Precision and Hunting Disciplines.

Oct 16

Swarovski EL Range 8x32 Binoculars for Shooters
Optics

Swarovski Introduces EL Range 8x32: Ultra-Lightweight Rangefinding Binoculars for Precision Shooters

The New 8x32 EL Range Binoculars Offer a Compact and Lightweight Solution with Integrated Ballistic Computation and Advanced Optical Performance, Aimed at Reducing Gear Bulk for Long-Range Competitors.

Oct 15

Zerotech Unveils Trace X 5-25x56 FFP MOA Optic
Optics

Zerotech Unveils Trace X 5-25x56 Ffp: a Dedicated MOA Optic with 116 MOA Elevation

The New Trace X Model From Zerotech Optics USA Features Extensive Internal Travel, Precise Quarter-Moa Adjustments, and an Illuminated First Focal Plane MOA Reticle Designed for Competitive Shooters.

Oct 14

IPRF Limited Division winner claims world title
PRS

Heckler Dominates IPRF Limited Division, Claims Second World Title

The Team Vihtavuori Shooter's Consistent Performance and Precise Load Combination Proved Decisive at the 2026 IPRF Centerfire World Championship in Texas.

Oct 14

Kentucky defeats Murray State after Peiser's Perfect 600
PRS

Peiser's Perfect 600 Propels Kentucky Over Murray State Amidst Ncaa's Hot Start

Senior Braden Peiser's Flawless Air Rifle Performance Led the No. 2 Wildcats to a Home Victory, Marking His Third Collegiate 600 and Contributing to an Unprecedented Streak of Perfect Scores Across the NCAA Rifle Season.

Oct 13

International Smallbore Competition: Australia & U.S. Path
PRS

International Smallbore Competition Flourishes: Australia and U.s. Forge New Pathway

A New SSAA Postal Competition Swiftly Evolved Into a Robust International Relationship Between Australian and American Smallbore Precision Rifle Competitors, Culminating in Reciprocal Events and Future Exchanges.

Oct 13

Scope Tube Accessory Mount for Competitive Shooters
Optics

MDT Unveils Independent Scope Tube Accessory Mount for Competitive Shooters

The New Two-Piece Collar Allows Shooters to Add Crucial Accessory Attachment Points Directly to Optic Tubes, Offering a Versatile Solution Beyond Integrated Ring Systems.

Oct 12

Long-Range Optics: Key Considerations for 1,000 Yards
Optics

Navigating Long-Range Optics: Key Considerations for 1,000-Yard Engagements

Achieving Consistent Impacts at 1,000 Yards Demands a Strategic Approach to Optic Selection, Balancing Purpose, Features, and Budget.

Oct 11

IPRF Centerfire World Championship Podium with Ruger
PRS

Akenhead Secures Podium at IPRF Centerfire World Championship with Ruger American Gen II

Team Ruger’s Lauryl Akenhead Achieved a Third-Place Individual Finish and Contributed to Team Usa’s Ladies Team Victory at the 2026 IPRF Centerfire World Championship in Lipan, Texas.

Oct 11

CANCON 2026 Las Vegas: Suppressed Shooting & New
PRS

CANCON 2026 Set for Las Vegas with Suppressed Shooting and New Competitions

The Event Will Feature Extensive Suppressed Firearms Demonstrations, Hands-On Survival Training, and a "Pros Vs Joes" Challenge at the Boulder Rifle & Pistol Club This October.

Oct 11

Lightweight Folding Hunting Chassis: MDT DRT Magnesium
Rifle Builds

MDT Introduces DRT Magnesium Folding Chassis for Lightweight Hunting Builds

The New DRT Chassis From MDT Combines an Unusually Light Magnesium Platform with a Folding Buttstock and Extensive Accessory Support, Targeting the Needs of Hunters with Modern Optics and Gear.

Oct 10

Swissp Precision Ammunition in Italy by Beretta
Rifle Builds

Swissp Precision Ammunition Now Available in Italy Through Beretta Distribution

Beretta Extends Its Premium Ammunition Portfolio by Introducing Swissp, a Brand Recognized for Its Manufacturing Excellence and Consistency, to the Italian Civilian Market.

Oct 9

Thermal Riflescope: Trijicon Reap-Ir-50 with Ranging &
Optics

Trijicon Unveils Reap-Ir-50 Thermal Riflescope Series with Integrated Ranging and Recording

Trijicon’s Latest Thermal Riflescopes Introduce a 1024x768 Sensor and Built-In Laser Rangefinding on Select Models, Aiming to Consolidate Essential Field Functions.

Oct 9

Collegiate Rifle Season Opener: Nebraska Dominates Akron
PRS

No. 4 Nebraska Dominates No. 15 Akron in Collegiate Rifle Season Opener

The Huskers Posted One of Their Highest Program Scores, While Akron's Individual Shooters Demonstrated Notable Performances in Smallbore and Air Rifle Disciplines.

Oct 8

Heat Guard Can Case for Suppressor Management
Rifle Builds

Federal Introduces Heat Guard Can Case for Suppressor Management

The New Federal Heat Guard Can Case Offers a Specialized Solution for Safely Handling and Transporting Hot Suppressors After a Shooting Session, Preventing Burns and Equipment Damage.

Oct 8

Leica PRS 5-30x56i receives FDE treatment in limited
Optics

Leica PRS 5-30x56i Receives FDE Treatment in Limited Release

The New Flat Dark Earth Model of the Established PRS Riflescope Provides a Coordinated Aesthetic Package for Long-Range Competitors, Maintaining Its Core Optical and Mechanical Specifications.

Oct 8