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Shooting Sports USA InSider
October 2023 Digital Magazine

October 2023 Digital Magazine

This issue features the top three NRA Smallbore 3-Position shooters on the cover, plus the second half of our 2023 NRA National Matches coverage. Additionally, this month's Product Focus has a Federal Gold Medal Centerstrike update, along with a review of Caldwell's E-Max Shadows hearing protection. Finally, be sure to read Range Bag with Steel Challenge superstar Kaitlin Benthin.

Introducing the New EAA/Girsan High Powerâ„¢ MCP35 PI Light-Weight

Introducing the New EAA/Girsan High Power™ MCP35 PI Light-Weight

European American Armory Corp is excited to announce the new Girsan High Power™ Light-Weight – built on an aluminum alloy frame, this is our lightest Girsan High Power™ to date, removing 1/2lb of overall weight. Available in multiple configurations (OPS or Match) and in an all-black or two-tone tungsten finish. The MCP35PILW comes with all the modernized features of the original Girsan High Power™, extended beavertail, flat smooth trigger, fiber optic front sight, optic ready (RMS/RMSc footprint), no magazine disconnect and G10 grips. Available in 9mm with a 15+1 round capacity. This is the ultimate Girsan High Power™! Read More

The KIMBER K6XS Revolver

The KIMBER K6XS™ Revolver

The K6XS™ is an extra small, ultra-lightweight revolver with all the features of its larger framed sibling the K6s™. The K6xs™ uses the same lightweight, non-stacking trigger system from the K6s™. Not only is it the lightest K6s ever, it offers something others in its category don't: six-round capacity. Built specifically for concealed carry and chambered in .38 SPL +P, the aluminum alloy frame and fluted cylinder keep the revolver's total weight under a pound (15.9 ounces). Read More

Yamaha Wolverine SxS's built Real World Tough and Assembled in the USA

Yamaha Wolverine SxS's built Real World Tough and Assembled in the USA

During the Let's Ride Sales Event get great deals on the Yamaha Wolverine RMAX family of Side-by-Sides. Take your adventure to the extreme with the Wolverine RMAX2 1000 XT-R with a powerful 999cc engine, factory-installed WARN winch and integrated Yamaha Adventure Pro with GPS mapping and navigation. Read More

SCTP & SASP Nationals, NRA at Grand American and More

SCTP & SASP Nationals, NRA at Grand American and More

The October issue also includes new author Maggie Kelch's feature about the 2023 SCTP and SASP Nationals, which attracted approximately 3,100 youth shooters. Another must-read is Field Editor Art Merrill's article about the Lee Straight-Pull Rifle of 1895. Also, don't miss our coverage of President Charles Cotton's visit to the 2023 Grand American World Trapshooting Championship.

Jerry Miculek Sets NRA World Records At Smith & Wesson's New Tennessee Headquarters

Jerry Miculek Sets NRA World Records At Smith & Wesson's New Tennessee Headquarters

At Smith & Wesson's new headquarters in Maryville, Tennessee, on Friday, October 6, the one and only Jerry Miculek set the NRA World Record for hitting six steel plates with a 9 mm revolver at seven yards after a blisteringly fast 1.88-second run. Additionally, prior to posting the record revolver shooting time, Miculek set the 9 mm handgun record. His NRA World Record-breaking time for shooting six steel plates at seven yards with a 9 mm handgun was 2.01 seconds. Read More

The New Echelon From Springfield Armory

The New Echelon From Springfield Armory

In 1777, George Washington ordered the creation of the Springfield Armory to store ammunition and gun carriages for the American Revolutionary War. In 1794, Springfield Armory began to manufacture muskets, and for the next 150 years the Armory functioned as a supplier for every major American conflict, as well as forming a group of experts for new firearm concepts. Read More

USPSA Division Equipment Discussions (2023 Edition)

USPSA Division Equipment Discussions (2023 Edition)

Per USPSA bylaw 16.2 Competition Equipment Rules Modifications, there is a specific outline as well as timeline that must be followed. At the end of last year, there were two current division rule surveys that were available for the membership to participate in. Following the 16.2 timeline, these are still under consideration. Read More

15-Time NSCA All-American Kevin DeMichiel Joins Team Blaser

15-Time NSCA All-American Kevin DeMichiel Joins Team Blaser

Sporting clays competitor Kevin DeMichiel was recently announced as the newest member of Team Blaser. A resident of Forsyth, Georgia, DeMichiel is a 15-time National Sporting Clays Association All-American, 13-time Team USA Member (serving as captain of the 2019 team) and a two-time Georgia State Champion. In addition, he was inducted into the Georgia Sporting Clays Association Hall of Fame in 2017. Read More

NRA Accepting Nominations For 2023 NRA Law Enforcement Officer Of The Year Award

NRA Accepting Nominations For 2023 NRA Law Enforcement Officer Of The Year Award

The National Rifle Association of America's Law Enforcement Division is currently accepting nominations for the 2023 NRA Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award. Established in 1993, the NRA Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award recognizes and honors an exceptional act or service by a law enforcement officer. There are three possible categories that eligible officers may be nominated under: valor, public service or dedication to the principals of our constitutional heritage. Read More

New: Gemtech Abyss 7.62 Suppressor

New: Gemtech Abyss 7.62 Suppressor

Gemtech has announced a new addition to the Abyss series with the introduction of the Abyss 7.62 suppressor. From Gemtech: "The durability of the Abyss series sets the standard within the heavy use suppressor category. Built on five of Gemtech's patent-pending technologies, its design allows rounds to pass through while gasses expand into the baffle spaces, lowering pressure, minimizing muzzle flash and significantly reducing decibels. Read More

New: Riton Optics 5 PRIMAL 15-45x60 Spotting Scope

New: Riton Optics 5 PRIMAL 15-45x60 Spotting Scope

Riton Optics recently unveiled the new 5 PRIMAL 15-45x60 spotting scope, which the company said was "carefully designed with premium features packed into a compact, lightweight package." Read More

Speer Awarded Duty Ammunition Contract For Miami-Dade Police

Speer Awarded Duty Ammunition Contract For Miami-Dade Police

Speer was recently awarded law enforcement ammunition contracts from the Miami-Dade Police Department in Florida. The 9 mm duty handgun ammunition contract is for Speer Law Enforcement 124-grain +P Gold Dot, and the .223 Rem. duty rifle ammunition contract is for 75-grain Speer Gold Dot. Read More

Olin-Winchester Completes Acquisition Of White Flyer Targets

Olin-Winchester Completes Acquisition Of White Flyer Targets

Olin Corporation announced yesterday that it has completed the acquisition of White Flyer Targets, which will be combined with the Winchester Ammunition business. Read More