Hunting

Of all the clay-shooting sports, the game of trap is perhaps the least understood. But the concept is simple. Target presentation is based on the taking of a bird as if it were flushed from the ground. The name trap was taken from the original mechanism, which was as simple as releasing a live bird from a box or trap placed on the ground. The practice of using live birds then gave way to tossing glass balls as targets. (We pity the persons who were charged with cleaning up the broken glass.) According to the Krause publication, “The Gun Digest Book of Trap and Skeet Shooting,” by Christian and Sapp, the glass targets were replaced with clay 'birds' some time in the 1880s. Today, the clay birds are thrown by machine. A voice-operated release system that responds to the shooter’s verbal command is the latest innovation.

(GunReports.com) -- Benelli has eight new variation of its popular shotguns at SHOT Show 2012 in Las Vegas this week.

Franchi showcased four new shotguns at SHOT Show 2012 in Las Vegas this week:

Stoeger introduced three new shotguns at SHOT Show 2012 in Las Vegas this week:

Leica and G7 have collaborated to develop the Integrated Ballistic System (IBS) reticle, a multi-purpose reticle that allows the hunter to use the ballistic drop reticle or the center aiming point in conjunction with a custom ballistic turret that has been calibrated in yards.

GunReports.com Publisher Tim Cole gets a rundown on the new modular shotgun from Mossberg.

Remington Arms Company and its parent, Freedom Group, Inc. (FGI), are pleased to announce that the board of directors has appointed Robert L. Nardelli as Chief Executive Officer.

Gun Tests Magazine has named the SSK Industries 300 Whisper AR-15 as the publication’s “Best in Class Rifle” for 2011.

Leupold’s Mark 8 1.1-8x24 mm CQBSS riflescope has received American Rifleman magazine's 2012 “Optic of the Year” Golden Bullseye Award.

Carl Zeiss Sports Optics introduces the new 30mm Conquest Duralyt Riflescope line available in 1.2-5x36, 2-8x42 and 3-12x50 models. All three German-made models are available with illuminated reticle # 60 or non-illuminated reticle #6.

Carl Zeiss Sports Optics is offering customers an opportunity to save hundreds of dollars on its Victory binoculars.

Sturm, Ruger's new Ruger American Rifle is an American-made bolt-action offered in short- and long-action calibers. Ruger President and CEO Mike Fifer said, 'Our new rifle is lightweight and quick handling, yet manages recoil surprisingly well. With a great trigger, smooth-cycling bolt, and tack-driving accuracy, the Ruger American Rifle gives hunters an affordable tool to achieve success in the field.'