Traditions® Performance Firearms is pleased to announce that Arizona has approved the Federal Premium® FireStick™ technology for use during the muzzleloader season. This marks an important milestone for muzzleloader hunters in the state.
The FireStick system represents a major advancement in muzzleloading. While still loading the bullet from the muzzle, the Firestick is loaded from the breach area. With safety being paramount, this technology provides consistency in powder charges, prevention of double loading, and the ability to remove the powder charge with ease. In addition, users will experience improved consistency, reliability, and accuracy.
Traditions' NitroFire® muzzleloader was the first muzzleloader designed to be compatible with the FireStick system and was introduced in 2020. Since then, the company has continued to innovate, introducing in 2025 the NitroBolt®— the world's first bolt-action muzzleloader designed with the FireStick technology.
"We're excited to add Arizona to the growing list of states that have approved the FireStick system for muzzleloader seasons," said Alison Hall, Marketing Manager for Traditions Firearms. "This technology enhances safety and reliability while helping make muzzleloading more approachable for new hunters through its simplified loading process."
The FireStick system has already been approved for use during muzzleloader seasons in numerous states, and Traditions continues to work with hunting agencies and the broader shooting community to support further acceptance where regulations allow.
Traditions® remains committed to leading the way in firearm innovation and looks forward to continuing its role in shaping the future of muzzleloading.
For more information on NitroFire®, NitroBolt®, and the latest product lineup from Traditions, visit www.traditionsfirearms.com
About Traditions Performance Firearms: Known for their accurate, innovative, and dependable firearms, Traditions® has a reputation of providing quality firearms for almost 40 years. A leader in the industry, Traditions® offers black powder rifles and pistols, cartridge rifles and revolvers, blank pistols, Build-It-Yourself rifle and pistol kits, and cannons as well as a full line of accessories and optics. Traditions® has long been the experts when it comes to muzzleloading and has continued to expand their line up to include a wide range of products. As hunters and shooters themselves, the Traditions® team remains focused on creating quality, innovative products that make time in the field enjoyable and strive to meet the needs of their customers.