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FN Announces Release of FN SCAR 20S Precision Rifle
FN America, LLC is pleased to announce the release of the highly-anticipated FN SCAR® 20S precision rifle, based on the FN MK20 SSR or Sniper Support Rifle currently fielded within USSOCOM. The 7.62x51mm-chambered rifle has been purpose-built to achieve superior long-range accuracy.
“The FN SCAR® 20S is the latest addition to our battle-proven line-up of FN SCAR products and the first commercial SCAR release since we launched the 17S in 2010,” said Mark Cherpes, President and CEO for FN America, LLC. “Customers will notice that the FN SCAR 20S shares more commonalities than differences with the MK20 SSR and reaffirms our commitment to producing commercial versions of our iconic military firearms.”
The rifle achieves 1-MOA (minute of angle) accuracy to 100 yards with match-grade ammunition out of the box. The 20-inch, 1:12 twist, heavy profile barrel and barrel extension, and extended, monolithic receiver add the additional rigidity that reduces fluctuation or movement between shots while the extended receiver provides the much-needed rail space for high-powered optics. The custom-designed MK20 SSR buttstock adjusts to length of pull and comb height to customize the fit to each shooter while in the prone firing position, and the factory-installed, double-stage Geissele Super SCAR trigger achieves a 3.5-4.5-pound trigger pull.
Technical Specifications:
- Caliber: 7.62x51mm
- Barrel Length: 20 inches
- Barrel Twist Rate: 1:12
- Weight: 11.2 pounds
- O/A Length: 40.6 – 42.5 inches
- Operation: Short-stroke gas piston
- Finish: Flat Dark Earth (FDE)
- Capacity: (1) ten-round magazine; compatible with FN SCAR 17S 10- and 20-round magazines
For more information about the FN SCAR 20S or other FN products, please visit www.fnamerica.com.
Franklin Armory Announces BFSIII Binary Trigger for AK Platform
Firearms manufacturer, Franklin Armory, has successfully adapted the patented Generation 3 Binary Firing System™ to the AK Platform. Prototype triggers have undergone substantial field testing, and the final configuration will be placed into production soon. The BFSIII for the AK platform is slated to start shipping the first quarter of 2019. Pre-Orders for theBFSIII for AK will begin on October 19th.
Franklin Armory President, Jay Jacobson, stated, “The Franklin Armory engineering and design staff have really worked hard to create a fabulous BFSIII for AK that works in as many AK platforms as possible. Given the variety of clones out on the market, this was no small task.”
Fast on the heels of their previous release of the BFSIII for CZ Scorpion; Franklin Armory proves again to be the premier manufacturer of Binary triggers with six models currently available.
The Gen 3 Binary Firing System was released for the AR platform in August of 2016. All BFSIII triggers feature a three-mode safety selector. Mode 1 is “Safe.” Mode 2 is “Semi” for semiautomatic. And Mode 3 is “Binary” mode. In Binary mode, the firearm will discharge one round on the pull of the trigger and one round on the release of the trigger. All BFSIII models feature the ability to negate the release round in Binary mode by modulating the safety selector back to “Semi” mode or “Safe.” Additionally, all BFSIII are engineered to prevent the operator from modulating the selector to “Binary” mode while holding the trigger back in “Semi” mode.
MSRP is currently $499.99.
Remington Introduces Semi-Auto Non-NFA 12ga with 13″ Barrel
Company says V3 TAC-13 Represents Ultimate in Compact Personal Defense
Remington’s advanced, patented gas-operated system now available with a 13″ barrel and a Birdshead pistol grip, maintaining an OAL of greater than 26″, allowing it to escape the purview of NFA regulation as a short barreled shotgun or AOW.
The V3 Tac-13 is based off the VersaPort gas system. The Remington V3 Tac-13 cycles all 2 ¾ to 3-inch 12 gauge loads while reducing recoil to what Remington calls “a level previously unheard of in autoloaders.” All that comes with a price, however, with the Tac-13 commanding an MSRP just north of $900.
Remington TAC-13 Features:
- Birdshead Pistol Grip – Allows for more ergonomic hold to help control the firearm and reduce recoil for the shooter.
- Hand Strap – User adjustable to help control muzzle flip and improve handling characteristics.
- Lightweight Aluminum Receiver – For easy, comfortable transport anywhere.
- 13″ Light Contour Barrel – Compact and easy to carry anytime its needed
- Reliable Feeding – Gas system optimized to run common light field loads or full power buck and slug and anything in between
- Low Recoil – Patented Versaport gas system is self regulating and offers very manageable recoil in a compact package
- Self Cleaning – Self-cleaning gas piston system greatly reduces time required for cleaning. With fewer parts than conventional gas systems, not only is cleaning easier but there are fewer parts to maintain.
Savage Introduces MSR 10 Competition HD
The customization and precision competitive shooters need to finish at the top of every event are engineered into all facets of Savage’s new MSR 10 Competition HD. Shipments of these new rifles have been delivered to dealers with an MSRP of $3,449.
The MSR 10 Competition HD features an advanced barrel built specifically for the rifle in a collaborative effort between Savage and PROOF Research. The unique ported muzzle brake allows the shooter to tune the recoil impulse to stabilize the muzzle for faster, more accurate follow-up shots.
Further customization follows with the gas block, which can be adjusted for optimal cycling of the full range of bullet weights, as well as for use with a suppressor. The gas block is also wrapped in a custom handguard and topped with an integral Picatinny rail.
Features & Benefits
- Savage by PROOF Research 18-inch carbon fiber wrapped stainless barrel
- Nickel-boron bolt carrier
- 5R rifling
- Custom-length adjustable gas block
- Custom-forged upper and lower receivers
- Non-reciprocating side charging handle
- Magpul CTR buttstock
- Savage tunable muzzle brake
- Two-stage trigger
- Hogue pistol grip
- Rigid free-float handguard with M-LOK, anti-flare grooves and red QD sling mount
- Red ambidextrous selector, receiver end plate with QD mount, and removable custom mag well flare
- Ambidextrous magazine release
Honor Defense Announces New Polished Stainless-Steel Chassis
Honor Defense is pleased to introduce a significant update for their pistols. In addition to the recently announced “Lifetime Warranty”, the pistols will now feature a polished stainless-steel chassis.
“We are very proud of producing the finest single-stack 9mm in America. Honor Defense pistols now feature a polished stainless-steel chassis. This chassis can be coupled with 3 different grip configurations, 2-barrel lengths and 10 different color grips. Honor Defense represents the ultimate all-American and modular pistol.” says Gary Ramey, President of Honor Defense.
“Honor Defense pistols were tested by Gun Tests Magazine and proven more accurate than the G43, Shield and the PPQ.” Most importantly, we are 100% American with every pistol assembled by Veterans”. Ramey added.
Mike Carr, VP of Sales added “Our quality differences are significant. We use stainless steel while competitors use plastic for key parts and we are ambidextrous. Our grip is considered the most comfortable and we cover you with a Lifetime Warranty”. This is why Honor Defense has quickly grown from the smallest semi-auto company in America (roughly #596) to “Top 25” semi-auto
brand within 2 years.
All models are equipped with custom textured grip, two backstraps, two magazines, snag-free sights and available with or without a manual thumb safety. In addition, no tools or pulling the trigger are needed for dis-assembly. For more information on Honor Defense, go to www.honordefense.com or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HonorDefense/.
Velocity Outdoor Announces Acquisition of Ravin Crossbows
Velocity Outdoor, Inc. (parent company for leading brands such as Crosman and Benjamin Airguns, CenterPoint Archery and Optics, LaserMax, and GameFace Airsoft), today announces the acquisition of Ravin Crossbows, the most revolutionary crossbow company in the outdoor industry.
Headquartered in Superior, WI, Ravin Crossbows is a leading designer, manufacturer and innovator of crossbows and accessories. Ravin primarily focuses on the higher-end segment of the crossbow market and has developed significant intellectual property related to the advancement of crossbow technology, quickly establishing a reputation as a manufacturer of the industry’s most dependable, durable, accurate and technologically-advanced line of crossbows.
Robert Beckwith, CEO of Velocity, commented, “Ravin Crossbows are hands-down the most innovative and exciting products in the archery space right now. We are thrilled to be adding Ravin’s high quality, premium performance and intellectual property to the company as a complement to our well established, market- leading CenterPoint archery business.” Ravin joins the Velocity Outdoor portfolio of leading brands including Crosman and Benjamin Airguns, CenterPoint Archery and Optics, LaserMax, Copperhead, and GameFace Airsoft.
About Velocity Outdoor
Velocity Outdoor features a diverse product lineup in the outdoor sporting goods industry with legendary brands including Crosman and Benjamin airguns, Ravin Crossbows, CenterPoint Archery and Optics, LaserMax laser aiming devices, and GameFace Airsoft. Velocity Outdoor is a subsidiary of Compass Group Diversified Holdings, LLC (NYSE: CODI).
