Smith & Wesson Congratulates 2012 IDPA Indoor National Championship Winners

Smith & Wesson Corp. today announced the successful completion of the 2012 International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) Indoor National Championships over the weekend. Marking the 15th anniversary of this prestigious event, competitors traveled to Springfield, Massachusetts, from around the globe to compete in what has become one of the top inaugural matches of the competitive season. Held at the Smith & Wesson Shooting Sports Center, the three-day event concluded with five division titles and 10 special category winners being named from the 300+ competitors.competitive shooting.

CDP Champion: Glenn Shelby
ESP Champion: Dan Burwell
SSP Champion: Robert Vogel
ESR Champion: Jerry Miculek
SSR Champion: Joe Linskey
High Senior: James Martino
High Lady: Randi Rogers
High Law Enforcement: Robert Vogel
High Press: Scotty McGregor
High Industry: David Olhasso
High International: Juan Carlos Gonzalez Valdez
High Junior: Tori Nonaka
High Military: Rob Tate
Most Distinguished Senior: Ray Duroy
Most Accurate: Dean Brevit

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Seventh Annual Midwest 3-Gun Championship Set for May 19-21

The CMMG Midwest 3-Gun Championships will once again be held at the Fire for Effect range near Fayette, Missouri on May 19-21, 2012. This match attracts some of the finest shooters in the country, and competitors and spectators can expect a challenging course and exciting weekend of competitive shooting.

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Shooters Edge Offering Training To Become Professional Security Contractor And Dignitary Protection Specialist

The 60-hour course is designed to prepare individuals for a career in the protection industry. The program is a blend of classroom and hands on training.

The course will be conducted beginning on March 19th, 2012 through March 23rd, 2012. Registration deadline is Monday, March 12th, 2012.

Upon successful completion of the course, the graduate will have full membership in the Association for Professional Security Contractors. The APSC offers career assistance through their website. Job listings are updated daily.

Contact Mike Lewis or Don Reimer at 423-538-3343 for more information, or email Mike Lewis at mlewis@myshootersedge.com. Class size is limited.

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CrossBreed Introduces New OWB Mag Carriers CrossBreed Introduces New OWB Mag Carriers

Carrying spare magazines is always a good idea and frankly, a life-saving decision at times. CrossBreed Holsters is pleased to provide yet another option for doing so. Our OWB Mag Carrier has been completely redesigned for better concealment and, most importantly, easier access to the mags.

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Steiner Introduces Its Newest Bird of Prey: the Merlin Pro

Lightweight, compact, surprisingly robust, and upgraded with several new key features, the Merlin Pro provides the rapid target acquisition and close focusing that will help you spot your game. With its roof-prism design, the Merlin Pro will be available in four models: 8x42, 10x32, 10x42 and 10x50.

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Remington Introduces Model 700 SPS Tactical 300 Blackout

Model 700 SPS (Special Purpose Synthetic) Tactical 300 Blackout

Chambered for the incredibly popular 300 AAC® Blackout®, this new rifle features the time-proven Model 700 action and is designed to impress from the bench or in the field at a very affordable price.

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Hornady® Recalls 7 Lots of 500 S&W 300 grain FTX® Custom™ Pistol Ammo

Hornady® Manufacturing announced the recall of seven lots of 500 S&W 300 gr. FTX® Custom™ pistol ammunition. Hornady ballisticians have determined that some cartridges from Lot numbers 3101327, 3110256, 3110683, 3110695, 3110945, 3111388, 3111885, may exhibit excessive chamber pressures. Use of this product may result in firearm damage and/or personal injury.

Product Recall Details:
Item number 9249
500 S&W 300 grain FTX® Custom™ Pistol Ammunition. These lots were shipped between September 9, 2010, and October 17, 2011.


Included Lot Numbers:
3101327
3110256
3110683
3110695
3110945
3111388
3111885

The lot number can be found printed on the lower portion of the box label.

If you own any of these Lot numbers or have any questions regarding this recall, please call 800-338-1242. Hornady Manufacturing Company will make all arrangements associated with the return and replacement of this product.

Any other lot numbers or item numbers are not subject to this recall and require no action.