Federal's Master Class shotshells are introduced as a mid-tier option for sporting clays, positioned between their HOA and Top Gun lines. They feature a reworked one-piece Podium wad for improved pattern consistency and are available in velocities of 1235, 1250, and 1300 FPS. John Parker, Editor-in-Chief of Shooting Sports USA, highlights these shells as a high-value factory ammunition choice, noting they are not designed for reloading.
This video focuses on the relaunch and mission of the National Rifle Association (NRA), emphasizing its role as a prominent gun rights organization in America. It highlights the NRA's commitment to defending Second Amendment rights, preserving hunting and shooting traditions, and providing firearms education for safe gun ownership. The description mentions the NRA's long history since 1871 and its advocacy efforts at federal and state levels, as well as in courtrooms. Links are provided for joining the NRA and accessing its various publications and programs.
This video features John Parker, Editor-in-Chief of Shooting Sports USA, interviewing Benelli USA Vice President of Marketing, Tim Joseph. The discussion centers on Benelli's new Advanced Impact (A.I.) barrel system for the Super Black Eagle 3 semi-automatic shotgun, launching for 2025. The A.I. barrels are designed to enhance shot uniformity and increase penetration by up to 50%. The video also includes promotional links to the NRA and its various publications.
This video features an interview with Nate Horvath, CEO of PrairieFire, conducted by John Parker, Editor-in-Chief of Shooting Sports USA. The discussion centers on the benefits of the shooting range, available membership plans, and the upcoming rebranding of the company to Staccato Vegas. The video also includes a call to action to join the NRA and links to various NRA publications.
This video features Silencer Central CEO Brandon Maddox discussing the recent election of Doug Hamlin as the new CEO and EVP of the National Rifle Association (NRA). Maddox, who knows Hamlin and has hunted with him, shares his impressions of the new NRA leader with NRA's Mark Keefe. The description also provides links to various NRA publications and membership information.
This video details the growth of Silencer Central, a company that expanded its suppressor sales from a single state to 42 legal states. The narrative highlights CEO Brandon Maddox's strategic decision to partner with the National Rifle Association (NRA) and its publications to spread their unique business model and reach a wider audience. The story showcases how this collaboration contributed to Silencer Central becoming one of the fastest-growing entities within the firearm industry.
This video introduces Federal Ammunition's new "Freight Train" copper-tipped sabot slugs, designed for whitetail hunters in shotgun-only zones. The slugs feature a polymer tip and aerodynamic nose for enhanced downrange energy, a skived nose cavity for reliable expansion, and claim sub-2-MOA accuracy at 200 yards. The video also includes calls to action for joining the NRA and links to various NRA publications.
This video introduces the new Beretta A300 Ultima Competition shotgun for 2025. It highlights key features designed for competition, such as a 10-round capacity, oversized controls, and a red-dot mounting point. John Parker, Editor-in-Chief of Shooting Sports USA, details the shotgun and provides a range test demonstrating its performance. The video also includes a call to action to join the NRA.
This video provides a first look at the Labradar LX Compact Chronograph, a new mini-sized shooting chronograph utilizing Doppler radar. It measures projectile speeds for rifles, handguns, pellet guns, bows, and crossbows, offering data like maximum/minimum velocity, average velocity, extreme spread, and standard deviation. Key features include an internal battery and a bright LCD display. The LX's measurement ranges are detailed for different projectile types, and it includes a built-in IPSC/USPSA/IDPA Power Factor calculator. The video also directs viewers to Shooting Sports USA for more content.
This video features a Staccato Range Day 2024 event at PrairieFire Nevada, where Shooting Sports USA Editor-in-Chief John Parker interviews Lanny Barnes, Chief Experience Officer at PrairieFire. Barnes, a three-time Olympian in biathlon and a champion in multiple competitive shooting disciplines, discusses the offerings of the PrairieFire facility. The event took place on January 22, 2024. The description also highlights links to Staccato, PrairieFire, and various NRA publications, indicating a strong connection to the shooting sports community.
This video introduces the new Beretta 92XI Squalo for 2024, highlighting its enhanced features. The "Squalo" (Italian for "Shark") boasts an X-Treme S single-action-only trigger, ambidextrous manual thumb safety for cocked-and-locked carry, and an MRD mounting system for red-dot sights. Additional upgrades include a flared magazine well for faster reloads, an extended takedown lever, and an adjustable magazine-release button for user customization. The review features Shooting Sports USA Editor-in-Chief John Parker demonstrating the pistol on the range.
This video introduces the new Barrett MRADELR rifle for 2024, highlighting its design as an out-of-the-box Extreme Long Range (ELR) competitor. Key features discussed include a 36" hand-lapped stainless steel barrel with a tank-link QDL muzzle brake, a quick-change barrel system that self-headspaces, a multi-lug bolt with a 60-degree throw, and an aluminum upper receiver with an extensive Picatinny rail and M-Lok slots. The rifle also boasts a tool-less adjustable single-stage trigger and a highly adjustable buttstock. With an overall weight of 23 lbs, the MRADELR is presented as a significant update for competitive shooting.
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