World Exclusive: Gunsite Academy's 50th Anniversary Firearms Revealed

Published on January 21, 2026
Duration: 7:58

Gunsite Academy celebrates its 50th anniversary with exclusive firearm releases. The lineup includes a Styer Scout Mark 2 rifle chambered in .308 Win, an Aero Precision carbine, a custom 1911 pistol limited to 50 units, and a special edition Ruger RXM pistol. These firearms commemorate Jeff Cooper's legacy and Gunsite's enduring impact on firearms training.

Quick Summary

Gunsite Academy is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026 with exclusive firearm releases. The lineup includes the Styer Scout Mark 2 rifle (.308 Win), an Aero Precision carbine, a limited 50-unit custom 1911 pistol, and a special edition Ruger RXM pistol, all commemorating Jeff Cooper's legacy.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Introduction and World Exclusive Announcement
  2. 00:50Gunsite Academy's 50th Anniversary
  3. 01:1550th Anniversary Styer Scout Mark 2 Rifle
  4. 02:24Gunsite 50th Edition Carbine by Aero Precision
  5. 03:03Gunsite Custom 1911 Pistol
  6. 03:43Gunsite 50th Anniversary Ruger RXM Pistol
  7. 05:03Ruger RXM with Aimpoint ACRO P-2 Prototype
  8. 06:36Where to Buy Gunsite Anniversary Firearms
  9. 07:20Conclusion and Shot Show Preview

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms are being released for Gunsite Academy's 50th anniversary?

Gunsite Academy is releasing several exclusive firearms for its 50th anniversary. These include the Styer Scout Mark 2 rifle in .308 caliber, a Gunsite 50th edition carbine by Aero Precision, a limited run of 50 custom 1911 pistols, and a special edition Ruger RXM pistol.

What is special about the Gunsite 50th anniversary Styer Scout rifle?

The 50th Anniversary Styer Scout Mark 2 rifle features Jeff Cooper's logo, the Gunsite 50th anniversary logo, and his signature engraved under the bipod. It's chambered in .308 caliber and comes with a Burris 2x7 scout scope and ching sling, honoring Cooper's scout rifle concept.

Where can I purchase the Gunsite 50th anniversary firearms?

Most Gunsite 50th anniversary firearms, like the Styer Scout and Aero Precision carbine, can be purchased through the Gunsite Pro Shop or Davidson's dealers. Some exclusive items, such as the custom 1911 and specific Ruger RXM configurations, are only available directly from the Gunsite Pro Shop.

What is the significance of Gunsite Academy's 50th anniversary?

Gunsite Academy, founded in 1976 by Jeff Cooper, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026. This milestone marks half a century of operation as the world's oldest and largest privately owned firearms training academy, continuing Cooper's legacy.

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