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LAS VEGAS, Nev. January 23, 2025 – The Industry Day at the Range Safety Award, sponsored by Action Target, honors the participating company that demonstrates the highest standard of safety throughout the event. The 2025 Action Target Safety Award was awarded to Aero Precision at the Action Target SHOT Show booth.

“Safety through innovation is foundational to our industry’s growth. Action Target is proud to sponsor this award and recognize Aero Precision’s outstanding commitment to safety at Industry Day at the Range. Their dedication mirrors our mission to advance responsible firearms training through cutting-edge range technology and equipment,” says Kevin Tomaszewski, Sr. Vice President & General Manager at Action Target. “Together, we’re setting new standards for safety excellence in the shooting sports industry.”

Safety auditors judged shooting exhibitors during Industry Day, and the score was determined by range safety criteria such as providing hearing and eye protection, control of ammunition and safe handling of firearms on the firing line. Scoring also took into consideration the posting of rules, availability of first aid kits at the shooting stations and crowd management.

“Precision, discipline, and a commitment to safety are the true marks of excellence on the range. Winning the Range Safety Award isn’t just an achievement—it’s a testament to Aero Precision’s unwavering dedication to ensuring every shot is safe and controlled.” – Ryan Donahue | President of Sales and Marketing, Aero Precision

With a steady stream of individuals, media and buyers flowed through the exhibitor lanes testing products and watching demonstrations by top manufacturers and suppliers. The 2025 Industry Day at the Range was held at the Boulder Rifle and Pistol Club in Boulder City, Nevada on Monday, January 20. For more information about SHOT Show Industry Day at the Range visit ShotShowRangeDay.com.

MDT is excited to launch the Send It Gen2 Electronic Level. Building upon the Send It Level’s success, MDT will offer an upgraded version with a smaller form factor and an attachable ocular housing. This accessory allows the end-user multiple ways to attach and use the Gen2 Send It Level, which is half the size of the original Send It Level. 

Learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9P1MQPhFKE

Key Features of the MDT Send It Gen2 Electronic Level

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PAYSON, Utah, Jan. 21, 2025  Liberty Safe proudly announces the addition of the Pro Flex Modular Shelving System to its Colonial Series gun safes, offering customers unparalleled customization and storage versatility. Designed for people seeking superior security and flexibility in their safe, the Colonial with Pro Flex allows for nearly endless shelving configurations to meet a variety of storage needs.

“Our Pro Flex modular shelving system gives you the ability to customize your safe,” said Dave Foley, Liberty Safe CEO. “Whether you’re securing firearms, documents, or other valuables, you can adjust the layout of the shelves to fit your specific needs.”

The Colonial Series is built in the USA, and delivers 75 minutes of Cool Box fire protection at 1200º F, with a heat-activated door seal to protect contents from smoke and heat. Security features include ultra-strong Solid State locking bars, a Dual Fusion 12-gauge folded steel frame for added rigidity, and a triple-hardened steel plate to resist drill attacks. Each safe includes a UL-listed SECURAM Backlit electronic lock and re-locker mechanisms for enhanced protection.

Available in textured, marble, and gloss finishes, the Colonial’s stylish exterior complements its highly functional interior. The Pro Flex Modular Shelving System, offered as an optional interior for all Colonial sizes, enhances organization and adaptability. The Colonial Series also includes factory-installed door storage panels and an electrical outlet kit for added convenience.

Proudly made in the USA, the Colonial Series reflects Liberty’s commitment to quality and craftsmanship, providing customers with best-in-class protection for firearms and valuables.

PAYSON, Utah, Jan. 21, 2025  Liberty Safe proudly announces the addition of the Pro Flex Modular Shelving System to its Colonial Series gun safes, offering customers unparalleled customization and storage versatility. Designed for people seeking superior security and flexibility in their safe, the Colonial with Pro Flex allows for nearly endless shelving configurations to meet a variety of storage needs.

“Our Pro Flex modular shelving system gives you the ability to customize your safe,” said Dave Foley, Liberty Safe CEO. “Whether you’re securing firearms, documents, or other valuables, you can adjust the layout of the shelves to fit your specific needs.”

The Colonial Series is built in the USA, and delivers 75 minutes of Cool Box fire protection at 1200º F, with a heat-activated door seal to protect contents from smoke and heat. Security features include ultra-strong Solid State locking bars, a Dual Fusion 12-gauge folded steel frame for added rigidity, and a triple-hardened steel plate to resist drill attacks. Each safe includes a UL-listed SECURAM Backlit electronic lock and re-locker mechanisms for enhanced protection.

Available in textured, marble, and gloss finishes, the Colonial’s stylish exterior complements its highly functional interior. The Pro Flex Modular Shelving System, offered as an optional interior for all Colonial sizes, enhances organization and adaptability. The Colonial Series also includes factory-installed door storage panels and an electrical outlet kit for added convenience.

Proudly made in the USA, the Colonial Series reflects Liberty’s commitment to quality and craftsmanship, providing customers with best-in-class protection for firearms and valuables.

Old Saybrook, CT (January, 2025) – Traditions® Performance Firearms, the leader in the muzzleloading industry, is proud to announce the release of the NitroBolt® – the first Firestick-capable bolt action muzzleloader. Traditions® is redefining muzzleloading again with this incredible new platform.

The NitroBolt® has a 24” Chromoly Steel fluted and tapered barrel with a 1:24” VAPR Twist. The patented extractor ejects the Firestick and the bolt can be disassembled in seconds for cleaning. The adjustable cheek piece and adjustable length of pull allow the shooter to customize this firearm to their needs. Additional core features include a 3-position safety, 5/16-24 bolt handle design, cocking indicator, pillar bedded stock, free floating barrel, and a threaded barrel so you can add a muzzle brake. The NitroBolt® has an MSRP of $995.

“Traditions is excited to introduce the NitroBolt® bolt action muzzleloader” says Alison Hall, Marketing Manager.  “We are dedicated to leading the muzzleloading industry and creating new products that hunters are going to want in their hands. The Firestick technology allows for muzzleloading to be safer, easier and more consistent so creating a bolt action platform was just the next step. The NitroBolt® is feature-packed and built to perform. Anyone shooting it will be impressed by its’ accuracy.”

Stop by Traditions® SHOT Show booth #14638 to check out the NitroBolt® and all of Traditions® products. View the full line of products at www.traditionsfirearms.com.

About Traditions Performance Firearms

Old Saybrook, CT (January, 2025) – Traditions® Performance Firearms, the leader in the muzzleloading industry, is proud to announce the release of the NitroBolt® – the first Firestick-capable bolt action muzzleloader. Traditions® is redefining muzzleloading again with this incredible new platform.

The NitroBolt® has a 24” Chromoly Steel fluted and tapered barrel with a 1:24” VAPR Twist. The patented extractor ejects the Firestick and the bolt can be disassembled in seconds for cleaning. The adjustable cheek piece and adjustable length of pull allow the shooter to customize this firearm to their needs. Additional core features include a 3-position safety, 5/16-24 bolt handle design, cocking indicator, pillar bedded stock, free floating barrel, and a threaded barrel so you can add a muzzle brake. The NitroBolt® has an MSRP of $995.

“Traditions is excited to introduce the NitroBolt® bolt action muzzleloader” says Alison Hall, Marketing Manager.  “We are dedicated to leading the muzzleloading industry and creating new products that hunters are going to want in their hands. The Firestick technology allows for muzzleloading to be safer, easier and more consistent so creating a bolt action platform was just the next step. The NitroBolt® is feature-packed and built to perform. Anyone shooting it will be impressed by its’ accuracy.”

Stop by Traditions® SHOT Show booth #14638 to check out the NitroBolt® and all of Traditions® products. View the full line of products at www.traditionsfirearms.com.

About Traditions Performance Firearms

Latest evolution of the patented Binary Firing System® features mil-spec style safety selector and is priced to be more affordable than ever before

MINDEN, Nev. – January 17, 2025 – Franklin Armory, Inc., one of America’s most innovative manufacturers of firearms and accessories, announced today the latest model in its Binary Firing System® lineup. The new AR-Essential Binary® trigger for AR-style semiautomatic firearms features a mil-spec style, single sided safety selector paddle for those who prefer a more traditional operational experience.

The new AR-Essential Binary trigger is priced to be a more affordable option to Franklin Armory’s AR-ELITE Binary trigger, which features interchangeable straight and curved trigger bows and includes additional buffer, trigger, and hammer springs for fine tuning. MSRP for AR-Essential is $299,99. MSRP for AR-ELITE is $429.99.

“Our new AR-Essential Binary trigger provides dealers with a lower priced option for introducing customers to the Binary Firing System experience,” said Franklin Armory President Jay Jacobson. “Simultaneously, we were also able to produce a more affordable Binary trigger for AR traditionalists who prefer the look and operation of a mil-spec style safety selector.”

For more information about the new AR-Essential Binary trigger and other triggers in the patented Binary Firing System lineup, visit FranklinArmory.com. You can also keep up to date on new product announcements by following the organization on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. To inquire about testing and evaluation for Binary triggers and other Franklin Armory products, please email [email protected].

LEWISTON, Idaho – January 16, 2025 – CCI Ammunition is proud to announce all-new Suppressor Max 22 LR. This small game load is specifically designed for optimal accuracy, terminal performance, and noise reduction when fired through rimfire suppressors. The hollow-point bullet ensures effective segmentation on impact—even at its low-decibel, sub-sonic 970 feet-per-second muzzle velocity.

“Whisper-quiet yet powerful rimfire performance is now within reach,” said CCI’s Rimfire Product Line Manager Steve Monniere. “CCI Suppressor Max delivers excellent accuracy, and with our proven segmenting hollow-point bullet also provides exceptional terminal performance. More and more shooters and hunters are shooting suppressed, and they all will love this new 45-grain 22 LR option.”

Features include loaded to a 970-fps subsonic velocity for ultra-quiet performance, designed for maximum effectiveness on target out of a suppressed rifle or pistol, 45-grain segmenting hollow-point bullet that is safe to shoot through all suppressors, customized hollow-point bullet segments reliably at low velocity, unlike conventional suppressor rounds, and it cycles in all semi-automatics. It is available in 100-count packaging.

Part No. / Description / MSRP

22SMX / 22 LR 45 Grain, SHP, 970 fps / $18.99