Heckler & Koch announces the new promotion “Summer Magazinepalooza” starting July 1, 2017 and will continue through September 30, 2017. The $200 valued promotion offers 4 FREE magazines with any purchase of a NEW P30 or VP full size handgun. This promotion does not include the P30SK series or VP9SK.

“We are excited to offer the first time ever Summer Magazinepalooza to show our appreciation and provide a valuable incentive to our customers this summer,” said Mike Holley, VP Sales and Marketing.

Magazines must be redeemed by October 31, 2017. For more information or to redeem free magazines, visit: www.hk-usa.com/freemagazines.

OTDefense Firearm Stippling Kit OTDefense has released a kit for gunsmiths and DIY’ers alike enabling them to easily stipple and texture polymer grips — and more! Featuring a durable desert sand case (because you likely have enough black gun cases!) designed to hold everything you need in a stippling kit; it includes a 25-watt wood burner and an assortment of tips specifically designed for firearms and accessories. The kit is expandable to include additional tips, practice material, tip storage boxes and much more. Unlike what you might find at a hardware or craft store, the OTDefense Stippling Kit is entirely made right here in the United States! New stippling-related products to add to your kit are released every few months. And, we’re always here to answer your questions! The Firearm Stippling Kit retails for $64.99. The Deluxe Firearm Stippling Kit (more important goodies!) retails for $111.99. Available at: Brownells, Dillon Precision, US Tactical Supply and OTDefense. As-featured in American Handgunner, Guns Magazine and Shooting Industry! For more details please visit www.otdefense.com, and follow us on social media for new product releases and updates!

Steyr M9-A1 Pistol in OD Green BESSEMER, Ala. — Steyr Arms announced the introduction of its M9-A1 pistol with an OD Green grip frame today. OD Green has been a staple color for Steyr’s polymer furniture for nearly than 50 years, having been used extensively on the SSG 69 rifle and the STG 77, more commonly known as the AUG. Now the M9-A1 has been added to the list of Steyr firearms in OD Green, due in no small part to the overwhelming number of requests from U.S. shooters. In the Steyr pistol line, the M9-A1 is the full-size offering with a 4-inch cold-hammer-forged barrel. These pistols have achieved a great deal of regard among American shooters for their comfortable ergonomics, remarkable safety features, intuitive sighting system, amazing accuracy and extreme reliability. The M9-A1 features an innovative polymer frame that offer shooters unparalleled ergonomics with a high grip and an extremely low bore axis that mitigates muzzle rise, and the grip angle is optimal for a very natural point of aim. On the bottom of the frame’s dust cover is a Picatinny rail for mounting illumination and laser-aiming devices. An integrated trigger safety with a Reset Action System trigger requires positive finger pressure to operate, and the striker-fired M9-A1 also incorporates a keyed safety lock. The suggested retail price for OD Green M9-A1 is $560. Established in Steyr, Austria, in 1864, Steyr Mannlicher, GmbH, is one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious firearms manufacturers. Steyr’s comprehensive lines of premium hunting rifles and precision sporting and tactical firearms are technically mature, and their subtle elegance also communicates the harmony between appearance and substance. Steyr’s legendary SBS actions and cold-hammer-forged barrels are distinctive and unparalleled. Steyr Arms is the subsidiary headquarters of Steyr Mannlicher in the U.S. For more information, contact Steyr Arms at 2530 Morgan Rd., Bessemer, AL 35022; call (205) 417-8644; or visit www.steyrarms.com. Steyr Arms Pistol Specifications Model: OD Green M9-A1 Purpose: Self-defense, competition Manufacturer: Steyr Mannlicher GmbH, Kleinraming, Austria Importer: Steyr Arms, Inc. 2530 Morgan Rd. Bessemer, AL 35022 (205) 417-8644 www.steyrarms.com Operation: Semiautomatic Caliber: 9x19mm Slide material: Steel Magazine type/capacity: Double-stack steel box/17 rounds Barrel: 4-inch cold-hammer-forged Rifling: Conventional, 6 grooves, RH twist Sights: Fixed triangular/trapezoid iron Finish: Mannox® Trigger type: Reset Action System Pull weight: 5 pounds Frame material: Reinforced polymer Checkering: Anti-slip stippled texture Weight, empty: 27.2 ounces Overall length: 7.2 inches Height: 5.1 inches Width: 1.2 inches Included accessories: Owners manual, lockable box, extra magazine MSRP: $560

Nosler Mid-Year Introductions Bend, Ore –– Due to popular demand, Nosler® will be introducing three new offerings to their current Match Grade™ and E-Tip® Ammunition product lines. To further supplement the incredible popularity of the recently announced 22 Nosler cartridge, owners will now be able to purchase Nosler Match Grade™ ammunition loaded with the new 70 grain RDF (Reduced Drag Factor™) bullet as well as the 55 grain E-Tip® bullet loaded in Nosler E-Tip® Ammunition. The 70 grain RDF bullet is ideal for target and match shooting with the highest ballistic coefficient compared to any bullet in its weight class. The 55 grain E-Tip® bullet will turn the 22 Nosler into a perfect medium to small game hunting cartridge with exceptional terminal performance and weight retention. Nosler will also be adding the 6.5 Creedmoor loaded with 140 grain RDF bullets to their Match Grade® Ammunition line. With the increased ballistic coefficient and reduced hollow-point size, the 140 grain RDF will squeeze even more long range performance out of the 6.5 Creedmoor. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Pricing for the mid-year introductions are as follows: · Match Grade™ Ammunition 22 Nosler 70 grain RDF #60124 – $27.95/20 ct. box · Match Grade™ Ammunition 6.5 Creedmoor 140 grain RDF #60115 – $38.95/20 ct. box · E-Tip® Ammunition 22 Nosler 55 grain E-Tip® #40140 – $31.95/20 ct. box All three of these introductions are available now so please visit your local Nosler dealer or www.nosler.com for more product information.

Smith & Wesson Corp. to Acquire Gemini Technologies Asset Acquisition Will Add Leading Suppressor Brand to Smith & Wesson Firearms Platform SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — American Outdoor Brands Corporation (NASDAQ Global Select: AOBC), a leading manufacturer of firearms and a provider of quality accessory products for the shooting, hunting, and rugged outdoor enthusiast, today announced that its firearms business, Smith & Wesson Corp., has agreed to acquire substantially all of the assets of Gemini Technologies, Incorporated (“Gemtech”), a provider of high quality suppressors and accessories for the consumer, law enforcement, and military markets. James Debney, President and CEO of American Outdoor Brands, said, “Gemtech is widely recognized for producing some of the finest rifle and pistol suppressors in the market. Gemtech’s strong product development capabilities, combined with our experience in brand management and our manufacturing expertise, will help us to efficiently develop both firearms and suppressors, minimizing our time to market for both product categories. We view this acquisition as opportunistic, allowing us to enter the suppressor category, which resonates strongly with our core firearm consumer, at a time when the market is particularly soft. These elements combine to make Gemtech an excellent fit with our long term strategy.” The company intends to complete the acquisition of Gemtech utilizing cash on hand and expects the transaction to close this summer. Ron Martinez, President of Gemtech, will continue in his leadership role as General Manager, heading up the company’s strong team located in Eagle, Idaho.

Bushnell Engage Optics Line Now Shipping OVERLAND PARK, Kansas – – Bushnell, an industry leader in high-performance optical solutions for more than 65 years, offers a new line of high-quality, performance-driven optics for modern hunters and shooters. Now arriving at Bass Pro Shops, Cabela’s, Scheels, Sportman’s Warehouse and online at www.midwayusa.com, the new Engage riflescopes and binoculars represent the latest evolution in Bushnell optics. Engage scopes and binoculars boast fully multi-coated glass that captures bright, clear images while preventing glare and actively repelling water, oil, dust and debris. The new EXO Barrier is the absolute best protective lens coating technology Bushnell has ever developed. Added at the end of the coating process, EXO Barrier molecularly bonds to the lens and fills microscopic pores in the glass. The result is an ultra-slick coating that repels water, oil, fog, dust and debris. Rain, snow, fingerprints and dirt will not stick. Plus, the bonded coating will not fade from the passage of time or normal wear and tear. Engage riflescopes feature a new look, upgraded features and a brand new Deploy MOA reticle that offers 1-MOA windage and elevation hashmarks. Dialing in these scopes is easier than ever with several configurations featuring Toolless Zero Reset Locking Turrets. Available in nine configurations from 2-7x36mm up to 6-24x50mm, all Engage riflescopes feature Butler Creek Flip Caps, the new Deploy MOA Reticle and Bushnell’s new Ironclad Warranty. Five models feature a 1-inch tube and low-profile, capped elevation and windage turrets. An additional four models boast rugged 30mm tubes and the new Toolless Zero Reset Locking Turrets. Adding to this best-in-class optic line, Engage also includes premium binoculars. Like the riflescopes, Engage binoculars are backed with the all-weather assurance of Bushnell’s exclusive EXO Barrier that repels dirt, debris, oil and moisture. With four configurations from 8x42mm to 12x50mm, these stunning binoculars feature fully multi-coated optics to offer maximum brightness and clarity, and a lightweight and rugged chassis. ED Prime Glass ensures razor-sharp images while the PC-3 Phase Coating enhances resolution and contrast. Bushnell, a Vista Outdoor brand, is one of the most recognizable and trusted names in precision hunting, tactical and recreational optics and accessories. For more information, visit www.bushnell.com/engage.

Trojan Firearms Introduces 9mm PRO9V1 Rifles Phoenix, AZ – July 6, 2017 – Trojan Firearms has introduced their new line of 9mm AR platform carbines: the PRO9V1 series. These rifles are not just converted AR-15’s, but the Phoenix, Arizona based company specifically designed a pistol caliber carbine from the ground up for superior reliability, whilst still retaining the handling of the standard AR platform. During the engineering process, particular attention was given to improve the common issues found in the majority of 9mm carbine blow back gas systems. All PRO9V1 rifles are CNC machined using high-grade aircraft billet aluminum in the lower, upper and hand rail. The lower features Teflon® coated springs and detent pins, as well as an enhanced flared mag well. The 16-inch light weight contour barrel is made of 4150V steel with Nitride finish and features a Grater Gen II 9mm tunable muzzle brake. Other great features on the PRO9V1 include a Gen II ambidextrous charging handle and the Trojan Firearms adjustable drop-in trigger group. The two models in this new product series are the PRO9V1-G (MSRP $1,399.00) which is compatible with 9mm Glock® magazines, and the PRO9V1-M (MSRP $1,549.99) which is compatible with 9mm MBX/STI 2011 magazines. The PRO9V1-G is also available in a California 2017 compliant version (MSRP $1,449.99). All models are currently available through your nearest authorized Trojan Firearms retailer.

FN Announces Summer Consumer Promotion for FN 509 Pistols Contact: Kristina DeMilt, media@fnamerica.com Three Free Magazines with Purchases of New FN 509 McLean, VA – FN America, LLC announces the launch of a summer consumer promotion, offering three free magazines to customers who purchase any new FN 509 striker-fired pistol between July 1 and August 31, 2017. Customers residing in states that require limited capacity magazines will be eligible to receive 10-round capacity magazines whereas all other purchases are eligible to receive standard, 17-round capacity magazines. “The FN 509 comes with two magazines, either in 10 or 17 rounds,” said Tom Scott, director of marketing for FN America, LLC. “This promotional offer will give our customers a total of five magazines, making it easier to participate in training courses that typically require five mags and ensuring that more time is spent shooting rather than loading mags on the range.” The FN-exclusive magazine design features an all-metal magazine body with a polymer base pad, available in either a 10- or 17-round capacity. All magazines are coated with a proprietary compound that increases the longevity and durability of the magazines over time. Magazines retail for $49.00 for a total promotional value of $147.00. The FN 509 is FN’s latest striker-fired 9mm duty handgun and is further development of the company’s effort to produce a contender for the U.S. Army’s Modular Handgun System (MHS). The FN 509 features the signature cold hammer-forged barrel, aggressive cocking serrations, enhanced grip textures, guarded controls, recessed target crown on the barrel and glow-in-the-dark high-profile sights. To view the program’s full terms and conditions, list of qualifying products or to submit a proof of purchase for the free gear, please visit www.fnamerica.com/promo. For questions relating to the program, please contact the FN Marketing Team at marketing@fnamerica.com.