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In observance of the federal holiday, the Outdoor Wire Digital Network will not be distributing any of our services on Monday, February 17. We’ll be back in your email on Tuesday, February 18.
Archery
Easton’s SuperDrive series is the go-to choice for archers looking to dominate the indoor and 3D competition circuits. Designed with precision, strength, and durability, SuperDrive arrows are built to deliver unmatched performance when it matters most.
Awards & Honors
SLG2, Inc announces NRA Publications as the recipient of Safe LivinG’s Excellence in Safety Award for Q4 2024. Safety and responsibility are at the core of NRA Publications’ mission, as the company advocates for firearm safety.

For the 13th time, TightSpot Quivers has been awarded the Readers’ Choice Gold Award by the readers of Bowhunting World, solidifying its position as the industry leader in premium quivers.
Springfield Armory® announces that the compact Echelon™ 4.0C 9mm pistol has received the highest “gold” ranking in the “Member Tested and Recommended” (MTR) program of the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA).
Consumer Promos
Remington Ammunition recently announced its Hi-Speed, Hi-Savings rebate promotion which offers consumers the chance to be rewarded for purchasing some of Remington’s most trusted waterfowl ammunition. To take advantage of this rebate, customers simply need to purchase at least 2 boxes of Remington Sportsman Hi-Speed Steel shotshell ammunition to get $5 per box back.

Federal Ammunition's Fast Savings promotion for winter and springtime waterfowl hunters is underway and will run until March 10, 2025. Details of the Federal’s Fast Savings Rebate include buying at least two (2) boxes of Federal Speed-Shok, Speed-Shok Snow Goose, or Speed-Shok Sea Duck shotshell ammunition to get a $5.00 per box rebate.
HEVI-Shot recently announced its Steel Deals Rebate Program, where diehard hunters can get up to $200 back on HEVI-Steel or HEVI-Steel Upland shotshell ammunition. To take advantage of the Steel Deals Rebate, shooters need to buy at least two (2) boxes of HEVI-Shot HEVI-Steel or HEVI-Steel Upland shotshell ammunition to get a $5.00 per box rebate.
Fishing
“Violet Flash”, a limited-time color designed by pro angler Matt Becker, is the newest addition to Yamamoto Baits’ robust line of options. Available in multiple shapes including the 3.75" Shad Shape Worm, the Scope Shad, and the D-Shad, Violet Flash is ready to shine in any fishing scenario.

Industry Update
Firearms businesses are increasingly turning to software solutions to streamline operations and ensure compliance, but many don’t fully understand the limitations, risks, and legal responsibilities tied to these tools. To address this critical issue, FFLGuard is hosting a free live webinar, “FFL Software Exposed: Myths, Realities, and Legal Responsibilities,” on February 28, 2025 at 12:00pm CT / 1:00pm ET.
Davidson’s announces the appointment of Paul Dickson, Eric Mueller, and Justin Saldivar to the positions of Senior Merchandising Director. Paul, Eric, and Justin all have extensive well-rounded backgrounds and experience in our industry.
NSSF® strongly applauds President Donald Trump for his Executive Order announcing that his White House believes not only that the Second Amendment should be protected for all law-abiding Americans, but that once again this sacred Constitutional right will be revered.

The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI) recently announced the acceptance of Federal’s new 7mm Backcountry (7mm BC) rifle cartridges for SAAMI standardization.
NSSF® lauds the decision by the U.S. District Court for the District of Maine to grant a preliminary injunction of the state’s 72-hour waiting period law handed down Thursday. The law, passed in 2024, required firearm retailers to delay delivery to a law-abiding citizen of lawfully-sold firearms for three days after an FBI NICS verification allows a transaction to proceed. The challenge to the law is supported by NSSF.
NSSF® praises U.S. Sen. Steve Daines' (R-Mont.) introduction of S. 537, the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, which would prohibit the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and U.S. Forest Service (USFS) from banning the use of traditional lead ammunition and tackle absent approval by the applicable state fish and wildlife department and proof that lead ammunition and tackle is primarily causing a wildlife population decline.
Gun Owners of America (GOA) applauds President Trump for taking bold action to fulfill one of his key campaign promises. In signing an Executive Order today, President Trump laid out a plan for dismantling what he previously referred to as “all of the Biden [gun control] disasters.”
Arcus Hunting welcomes Jim Heeren as our new National Sales Manager for the Midwest and Western U.S. regions. In this role, Jim will be driving sales strategy, strengthening relationships with key accounts, distributors, and independent retailers, and working closely with our product development teams.
Have you been denied services that you deserve access to simply because your business is part of the firearm industry? If so, you aren’t alone, and NSSF needs to hear from you. In order to show Nebraska legislators how these discriminatory policies hurt our industry, it is critically important that we have examples of discrimination against the firearm industry in Nebraska.
Steiner announce that the company is officially partnering with Achilles Heel Tactical in 2025. Achilles Heel Tactical offers a variety of training courses through online coaching, video tutorials, and in-person training events conducted nationwide.
The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms (CCRKBA) join in congratulating President Donald Trump for his Executive Order Friday protecting Second Amendment Rights.
NSSF® hails the introduction of H.R. 1181, the Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act, introduced by U.S. Rep. Riley Moore (R-W.V.), which would ban the use of a firearm retailer-specific Merchant Category Code (MCC). The legislation would protect the Second Amendment privacy of firearm and ammunition purchasers from financial service and payment card providers compiling purchase history that has already proven to be exploited by the federal government for political purposes.
SAAMI® announces the release of the 2025 update to American National Standard SAAMI Z299.4-2025, Voluntary Industry Performance Standards for Pressure and Velocity of Centerfire Rifle Ammunition for the Use of Commercial Manufacturers.
SLG2, Inc will be making a stop with its Shoot Like A Girl experience at Bass Pro Shops in Daytona, Florida. This innovative event offers a welcoming and safe environment designed to introduce women and their families to the exciting world of shooting sports, focusing on safety, responsibility and empowerment.
A Circuit Court judge in Illinois has struck down the state’s requirement to have a Firearm Owner Identification (FOID) card to possess a firearm in the home for personal protection in a case supported by the Second Amendment Foundation and Illinois State Rifle Association.
As you are undoubtedly aware, as an FFL, you are required to retain a record of your firearm transactions. The regulations maintain that you keep a record of acquisition and disposition, in “bound form”, hence the name Bound Book and you must complete and maintain the “over the counter” Firearms Transaction Record, commonly known as ATF F 4473, for the lifetime of the FFL.
Olin Corporation (NYSE: OLN) announced that its Winchester division, in collaboration with the U.S. Army's Joint Program Executive Office for Armaments and Ammunition (JPEO A&A) and Joint Munitions Command (JMC), celebrated the groundbreaking of the new 6.8mm Ammunition Facility at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant (LCAAP).
Global Defense™ announces the appointment of François Cortes as the company's new Director of International Sales. His first event with Global Defense will be at the Enforce Tac law enforcement and defense tradeshow in Nuremberg, Germany, from February 24-25, 2025, in Hall 7 / Booth 7-421.
Jobs, Jobs, Jobs
Chattanooga Shooting Supplies is seeking to hire a full-time inside sales representative to join our growing team. Our ideal candidates would service prospects and customers in California, the Midwest, or New England markets.
Newsstand, Radio & TV
Outdoor Sportsman Group announces the launch of GAME & FISH TV, a dynamic new FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming TV) channel dedicated to sports enthusiasts and lovers of the great outdoors.
Streaming live on MLFNOW! on MyOutdoorTV from the Harris Chain of Lakes in Leesburg, Fla., 66 of the best pro anglers are competing in the 2025 Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour (BPT) Suzuki Marine Stage Two Presented by YETI.
Product News
APEX Ammunition and Woodhaven Custom Calls are excited to introduce NEXT LEVEL Ninja TSS shotshells – a new blend of Tungsten Super Shot for turkey hunting. The NEXT LEVEL Ninja features a combination of # 8.5 and # 9.5 TSS, offering the perfect balance between pattern density and knockdown power.
Gokey announces a product collaboration with Field & Stream and the launch of a collection of men’s handmade premium leather boots. This collection will be available on the Boyt Harness Company and Field & Stream websites, as well as select retail locations nationwide starting February 2025.
Browning Trail Cameras unveils its latest innovation for outdoor enthusiasts and land managers: the Universal Solar Camera Power Pack. Engineered to provide reliable, renewable energy in even the most remote and rugged environments, this versatile power solution ensures that your trail cameras stay operational for longer periods, with minimal maintenance.
Browning Trail Cameras announces the release of the Long Range Cellular Antenna, a powerful new accessory designed to revolutionize cellular connectivity for trail cameras in even the most remote and challenging locations.
Outdoor Edge has introduced a variety of new knives to its cutting-edge lineup. This year, it is expanding the popular RAZOR VX™ Advanced Carry line by introducing six stunning models.
New for 2025, ESCORT Shotguns releases the ERX Series of bolt action rifles chambered in .308 WIN or .30-06 SPRG. The ERX is modeled with REM700 action, trigger, magazine, and optic footprints for ease of parts compatibility, and customization.
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) adds to the already popular SR1911 "Street Edition" series. This series of five engraved models of the SR1911® pistol celebrates Ruger's rich manufacturing tradition.
GPO USA announces its latest high-performance riflescope, the CENTURI 3-12x44i Super Compact. Engineered specifically for short, ultralight MSR and rimfire rifles, the second focal plane non-magnifying reticle CENTURI riflescope incorporates all the essential features desired by North American shooters and hunters.
1791 Outdoor Lifestyle Group announces an exciting new leather shoulder holster, the Nakatomi Special Shoulder Holster. Featuring a secure belt loop and snaps to keep the holster in place, the Nakatomi Special Shoulder Holster is available for carrying a handgun vertically or horizontally.
Having the ability to refill PCP tanks or air cylinders quickly and in any environment allows shooters to spend more time shooting and less time filling. The HatsanUSA SURGE PCP Air Compressor and its Fast Fill System does just that.
Federal Ammunition recently released Its all-new HammerDown 22 LR rimfire product line and is currently being delivered to retailers nationwide. The New 22 LR hunting round features nickel-plated brass for weather and corrosion resistance, specially formulated propellant, and a copper-plated hollow-point bullet.
Elite Force Airsoft is now shipping the Beretta APX Optic Ready airsoft pistol - its first optics-ready airsoft pistol. This officially-licensed replica of the iconic APX comes with three optic plates (Trijicon RMR, Leupold DPP and Vortex/Docter/Burris) which allows users to attach their favorite optic.
Shows
Winchester will exhibit at the 2025 NWTF Convention and Sport Show on February 12 – 16, in Nashville, Tennessee. New for 2025, Long Beard® TSS will be on full display at the show along with other Winchester ammunition products.
BERSA USA announced it will be exhibiting at the Sports Inc. Outdoor Show. The 2025 February Sports Inc. Outdoor Show will held in the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Ariz. from February 12 to 14, 2025.
HEVI-Shot will showcase new turkey loads and host several brand influencers in its booth at the National Wild Turkey Federation’s (NWTF) 49th Annual Convention and Sport Show. The premier event for turkey enthusiasts kicks off Wednesday, February 12, and runs through the 16th in Nashville, Tennessee.
Legacy Sports International will be showcasing its 2025 lineup of new and exciting products from their popular brands HOWA, POINTER, CITADEL and SCSA at Sports Inc. Show in Phoenix, Ariz. Feb 12 thru 14, 2025.
AGM Global Vision is set to showcase its latest thermal and night vision optics at the Sports Inc 2025 February Outdoor Show, taking place February 12-14 at the Phoenix Convention Center.
Rock Ridge Outdoors is heading to the 2025 National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Convention, taking place February 13-15, 2025, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Visit Rock Ridge Outdoors in booth #1059.
Breda America Group announces its participation in the Sports, Inc. 2025 February Outdoor Show in Phoenix, Arizona, Feb. 12 – 14, 2025. Attendees are invited to visit Booth 1225 to explore Breda’s shotguns.
RETAY USA will be exhibiting at the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Convention at the Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, Tennessee, from Feb. 13 – 15, 2025. Attendees are invited to visit RETAY USA at Booth 1854 to explore the latest innovations in shotgun and firearms technology.
Legacy Sports International will be showcasing its 2025 lineup of new and exciting products from their popular brands HOWA, POINTER, CITADEL and SCSA at the KINSEYS SHOW in Lancaster, PA. Feb 13 thru 15, 2025.
The National Rifle Association of America announces that the 2025 in-person NRA Range Development & Operations Conference will be held in Fairfax, Virginia on August 21 and 22, 2025. This conference is designed to educate potential and current range owners and operators in identifying potential problems associated with range development, environmental issues, and safety.
Liberty Ammunition is heading to Enforce Tac in Nuremburg, Germany.
RETAY USA will be exhibiting at the Sports, Inc. 2025 February Outdoor Show at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona, Feb. 12 – 14, 2025. RETAY USA will showcase new products for 2025 at Booth 1229, including its new pistols and shotguns that cater to hunters, sport shooters, and home defenders alike.
 
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