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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2020

- EDITOR'S NOTE -
 
No Wires on MLK Day
In observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday, we will not be publishing any wires. Beginning on Tuesday, January 21, we will commence distribution of our SHOT Show 2020 Special Combined Editions of the Outdoor, Shooting, and Tactical Wires, along with our other services. We will conclude our SHOT Show special editions on Monday, January 27 and resume our normal distributions on Tuesday, January 28, 2020.
- ACQUISITIONS -
 
Geissele Automatics announces their acquisition of the 240LW and 240LWS machine gun technical data package and intellectual property from Barrett Firearms Manufacturing, Inc. Barrett has also entered into technical support agreement for the 240LW and 240LWS with Geissele.
- AIRGUNS -
 
The Winchester Air Rifles Model 12 Pump BB Gun is a good "first gun" for any youth. Made to resemble Winchester’s classic shotgun, the Model 12 Pump BB Gun allows mentors to teach gun safety and marksmanship skills with a BB gun that looks just like Dad’s.

- AMMUNITION -
 
The newest addition to Federal’s Hydra-Shok Deep lineup is the industry’s first expanding 380 Auto to consistently meet FBI protocol recommendations for penetration (12 inches minimum) through bare gel and through heavy clothing.
- AWARDS -
 
Legacy Sports International’s CITADEL RSS1 receive the 2020 Shooting Illustrated Golden Bullseye “Shotgun of the Year“ award. The CITADEL RSS1 is made for home defense, recreational and 3-gun competition uses.

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. announced that the new Ruger-57 pistol received New Product Showcase Awards for Best New Handgun and overall Best New Shooting Sports Product at the Big Rock Sports National Outdoor Expo.
- CONSERVATION -
 
The American Sportfishing Association (ASA), representing the recreational fishing industry, stressed the importance of passing several top priorities regarding forage fish and reducing mortality rates among reef fish during Tuesday’s hearing in the U.S. House Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.

- EVENTS -
 
MOJO® is excited to exhibit in a new location and new booth design (Booth #10574) at SHOT Show 2020, being held in the Sands Convention Center in Las Vegas, January 21-24.

Anderson Manufacturing is pleased to announce that the company will be an official exhibitor at the SHOT Show. The Kentucky-based manufacturer has relocated and upgraded its booth to better accommodate its growing firearms dealer base.

TrueTimber has announced a giveaway for attendees of the 2020 SHOT Show Industry Day at the Range. The first 800 buyers and members of the media to visit the TrueTimber booth NS-17 at the Industry Day will receive a free hat which can later be used to enter to win multiple TrueTimber gift card giveaways at SHOT Show.

Kahr Firearms Group will be attending its 26th SHOT Show with a celebrity line-up for booth appearances.

Visit The Pop Hat at Booth # 906 at the 2020 Houston Safari Club Foundation Worldwide Hunting Expo & Convention, January 24-26, 2020.

Visit us at Booth # 1050 at the 2020 Houston Safari Club Foundation Worldwide Hunting Expo & Convention, January 24-26, 2020.

AirForce Airguns and its sister companies R.A.W. Airguns, B.K.L. Technologies, and AirForce International will be attending the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s annual SHOT Show.

Unlike many asset categories, the unique nature of firearms and hunting-related items makes accurate valuation difficult, legal requirements confusing and logistics nearly impossible to understand. Attendees will discover how to prepare a plan that unburdens family and friends while at the same time boosts the historical and monetary value of every item. Dwight Van Brunt, President of Sportsman’s Legacy and Jeremy Hatch, Firearms Consultant for Morphy Auctions will outline the steps to ensure that both direct disposition and orderly monetization are handled in accordance with your wishes.

SK Ammunition will feature their complete .22 rimfire product line, including new SK Semi-Auto Rifle and Flat Nose Target ammunition, during the 2020 SHOT Show.

The 2020 SHOT Show is just around the corner and the Holosun team is easy to find with two booth locations. The first-floor booth 1853, and the second-floor is booth 10572.

Hornady will more than double its footprint at this year’s SHOT Show, making more room for Hornady Security and moving its SnapSafe division from the lower level to the main booth.

Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever is excited to announce the addition of the Public Lands Pavilion to the 2020 National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic taking place in Minneapolis this February.

- FIREARMS -
 
Springfield Armory’s XD-M Elite features the Match Enhanced Trigger Assembly, with flat-face trigger and integral overtravel stop. The gun is supplied with magazines holding up to 22 rounds of 9mm.
- INDUSTRY -
 
The Mag Life, the official online publication of GunMag Warehouse, announces Varg Freeborn has joined its stable of writers.

Media Lodge CEO Jeff Siegel, announces the promotion of Christen Everly to the newly created position of President.

"Mike Barksdale is one of the most talented and accomplished guides on the West Coast and we're thrilled to add him to our team," said Chris Russell, Marketing Director of Plano Synergy's Fishing Division.

Blackhawk announced that it will participate in a contract for the French Armament General Directorate to equip newly furnished Glock G17 Gen5 pistols with new T-Series L3D holsters.

F&T Valley Motorsports in Pharr, Texas is donating a 2020 Can-Am Defender to the Ronald McDonald House Charities, Rio Grande Valley. The mission of RMHC is to create, find and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children and their families.

Media Lodge announced a partnership with Auction Armory, who reaches millions through their social network, email list and firearms marketplace. Together, this partnership will provide video advertising products, email marketing, social media and commerce solutions to advertisers.

1791 Gunleather increased dealer assistance with the addition of RSR Group, Inc as a new distributor. RSR Group, Inc. is recognized for their commitment and contributions to the industry and its shooting programs.

Savage Arms announced a new addition to its shooting team. Veteran Precision Rifle Series shooter Scott Satterlee will join Savage, shooting production class with the 110 Elite Precision.
- LITIGATION -
 
Outdoor Edge Cutlery Corp. filed a patent infringement complaint in Colorado Federal Court against American Outdoor Brands Corporation for a replaceable razor blade knife. The complaint asserts that one of the new knives American Outdoor Brands displayed for sale at the ATA Show in 2020 under the “Old Timer” brand infringes several Outdoor Edge patents.
- MEDIA -
 
In 2019, Wired2fish enjoyed 7 million unique, organic visitors consuming over 70 million pages of content—up 93% from 2018.
- NEW PRODUCTS -
 
McMillan® Fiberglass Stocks has developed the Z-1 stock designed to fit most Remington-type actions and most barrel contours with no factory or user modifications required. Stop by McMillan’s SHOT Show booth, #15545 this week to learn more.

For 2020 Riton Optics is introducing their Primal Series riflescopes, all new products focused specifically on the needs of the hunter.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. has announced that it will be adding a model with milliradian adjustments to the previously MOA-based VX-5HD riflescope. Featuring Mil-based adjustments and a Tactical Milling Reticle (TMR), the new model is built to serve as the best of both worlds.

MYSTERY RANCH, an industry-leading backpack company devoted to making mission-specific packs is proud to announce the release of their newest harnessing built specifically for female hunters.

CrossBreed Holsters announced the addition of the Micro Reckoning Holster to their product listing. CrossBreed is also offering Limited Edition Kydex options, changing monthly, on the Reckoning Holster.

Tactical Solutions (TacSol) is proud to announce the company’s revolutionary new Owyhee (oh-WYE-hee) bolt action takedown rifle.

Gill’s new 2020 line of fishing apparel is now available for purchase. Born of 40 years of experience within the marine industry, Gill’s new technical fishing range is conceived with the discerning angler in mind.

Wet Okole Hawaii is adding Realtree’s newest waterfowl pattern, Realtree Timber, to its lineup of quality Realtree automotive seat cover options.

DeSantis Gunhide introduced the Wild Hog Field and Range holster. The leather holster can be worn forward cant or cross draw, can be used by both left- and right-handed users, and will be available for SAA and DA revolvers and large autoloaders.
- NOTICES -
 
The DNR Ortonville, Pontiac Lake, Rose Lake and Sharonville shooting ranges will be closed for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday Monday, January 20, 2020.
- ONLINE -
 
SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to announce the availability of the official SIG SAUER 2020 Product Catalog online at the SIG website. Printed copies of the SIG SAUER 2020 catalog will be available at the SHOT Show.

Mossy Oak GO is now streaming the eighth episode of the series, “Straight Huntin’.”
- OPTICS -
 
Riton Optics invites each 2020 SHOT Show attendee to stop by booth #428. In addition to a showcase of the all new Riton Optics product line, the company is also hosting a series of interactive and social events in their booth including coffee from Filthy Pirate Coffee Company, and the opportunity to meet Leroy Petry, US Army Veteran and Medal of Honor Recipient. And there’s “Riton time for Beer” happy hour Wednesday and Thursday from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.

Warne is pleased to announce the introduction of its new line of mounts and bases, the Vapor line. The line includes 1" and 30mm rings in three heights, 2-piece Weaver-style bases for most popular rifles, and MSR mounts in both zero and 20 MOA.

Trijicon introduces the Credo and Credo HX series of riflescopes, designed to meet the demands of serious shooters and hunters. These riflescopes offer a range of reticle choices, focal plane options, and adjuster styles to meet any need.
- ORGANIZATIONS -
 
Union Sportsmen’s Alliance (USA) volunteers have broken ground on a new public fishing tournament weigh-in pavilion at Alabama’s scenic Smith Lake. The state-of-the art structure is being created at no cost to the local community through a partnership between the USA, B.A.S.S. and Alabama Powe

The Scholastic Clay Target Program acknowledged the support from a local firearm manufacturer, Kolar Arms. Kolar, a Wisconsin-based manufacturer of high-quality shotguns continues to support the SCTP with a donation of one of their finest shotguns.

The Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation (CSF) Board of Directors welcomes four conservation leaders in 2020: Pete Angle of Marolina Outdoors, James Cummins, Executive Director of Mississippi Wildlife, Harlan Kent, CEO of Pure fishing, and Bob Ziehmer, Conservation Director for Bass Pro Shops.
- RECREATION -
 
The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department will host a wildlife viewing tour at Victory Basin Wildlife Management Area on Saturday, January 25.
- STATES -
 
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will conduct a public hearing in Rocky Mount on Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. to accept comments on proposed changes to agency regulations related to wildlife management, inland fisheries and game lands for the 2020-2021 seasons.

Portions of Mackinac and Chippewa counties continue to feel the effects of recent snow and ice storms that hit the area, including portions of snowmobile trails administered by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

Jason Decoskey is the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Bureau of Wildlife Protection's new director. Decoskey succeeds Randy Shoup, who recently retired.
- TELEVISION -
 
Keith Warren and The High Road Group happily announce Conroe Taxidermy as the official taxidermy sponsor of the top-rated hunting TV show, The High Road with Keith Warren!

See coverage of the NRA World Shoot from West Virginia with stages of fire from Sporting Clays, to 3-gun, to Bullseye, and Cowboy Action on Shooting USA.
- WILDLIFE -
 
February is the best time of the year to see one of America’s most iconic birds. Bald eagles fly to Utah in the winter to find food and escape colder conditions farther north. By the time February arrives, hundreds of eagles are in the state.
- YOUTH PROGRAMS -
 
Walther Arms, Inc., and Al MAR Knives have generously donated unique products to be auctioned to benefit youth shooting sports programs. All proceeds will go to the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance.
OUTDOOR WIRE
Event Calendar

JANUARY 21-24
SHOT SHOW

Las Vegas, NV

JANUARY 24-26
Houston Safari Club Foundation's Annual Worldwide Hunting Expo and Convention

George R Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas

https://hscfdn.org/convention/attendees/

FEBRUARY 1-9
Great American Outdoor Show

Harrisburg, PA

FEBRUARY 5-8
Safari Club International Convention

Reno/Sparks Convention Center, Reno Nevada

FEBRUARY 13-16
Western Hunting & Conservation Expo

Salt Palace Contention Center, Salt Lake City, Utah
 
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