Specialty Longguns

Mossberg’s 930 Home Security model autoloading shotgun has a new cousin: the SPX, distinguished by its 18.5 inch cylinder-bore barrel, 7-round capacity extended magazine tube (plus one in the chamber) and LPA ghost ring rear sight and winged fiber optic sight.

The 2008 USA Shooting National Championships for Rifle/Pistol came to a close today with Matt Emmons earning his third national title of the competition, taking first place in the Men's 3 Position Rifle event. Emmons, from Browns Mills, N.J., a 2004 Olympian and 2008 Olympic team member, finished on top with final of 101.1 and a total score of 2455.1. Earlier in the competition, Emmons also claimed the Men's Air Rifle and Men's 3 Position Rifle…

Disney World claims that it's exempt from a new state law that allows workers to bring handguns to work. Disney says by banning the guns, it's looking out for the safety of its workers and guests.

The only synthetic model in our four-gun selection, the black polymer stock and forearm of the Benelli earned favorable marks from our team. This shotgun is made for rugged, dependable use in harsh conditions. We could find no fault in that design and functioning ability.Some of the smaller members of our team were slightly uncomfortable with the bulk of the forearm and found the Benelli to be a little muzzle heavy.

Brian Marvin, former president of Heckler & Koch USA Defense, has accepted the newly-created position of senior vice president — US and international military and law wnforcement enforcement markets at Remington Arms Co.

…Last week, the New Jersey Assembly Judiciary Committee approved legislation that would ban the purchase, transfer, and inheritance of many popular hunting guns, historical American firearms, and large-bore target firearms

North Haven, CT – In response to the growing young female segments of the shooting sports, Mossberg International has developed a .22 rimfire duo for those shooters wanting to make a fashion statement. Think pink…Pink Plinsters that is!

Our Marlin came with mighty nicely figured walnut. The buttstock wood matched the wood of the forend, both having prominent contrasting grain and some fiddleback. The wood appeared to have an epoxy-base finish, it being quite hard and scratch-resistant. The checkering was excellent, with decorative touches. It wrapped the forend and was generous at the grip. The butt had a hard-rubber pad that curved to fit the shoulder, though it did little to cut recoil. There were sling studs, too.The bluing and overall fitting were excellent, though we could have done without all the extra words of warning on the barrel. The sights consisted of a buckhorn rear with a U notch, and a hooded front having a large, flat, gold-faced bead. We thought a good aperture rear sight would have been the way to go, rather than the dated 'cowboy' buckhorn rear.

The M1 Garand uses an intricate gas port system to cycle the action, but existing 30-06 ammunition can burn too hot, causing the operating system to be driven harder and faster than intended. This new offering from Hornady is purpose built to provide accurate, safe and ultra reliable functioning for the M1 Garand.

DPMS Firearms, LLC is now building a 7.62 NATO Panther Sportical model, an introductory level, large-bore rifle.

…The bill also removes residency requirements for concealed carry permits. Under current law, residents must live in Missouri for six months before they can receive a permit. The new legislation waives the six month requirement for those who already possess a valid permit from another state.

In the Mossberg International tradition of providing rugged, dependable sporting arms packed with fatures – yet affordably priced – comes the all-new line-up of Reserve Series of side-by-side shotguns.