NRA Provides Safe Firearms Training to over 7,000 Boy Scouts at Jamboree

FAIRFAX, VA - The National Rifle Association and its network of NRA Certified Instructors continue to be the primary source of safe firearms and marksmanship education for the nation’s Boy Scouts. During the 2005 National Scout Jamboree at Fort A.P. Hill, from July 25 to August 3, 7,250 scouts expended 87,000 pellets at NRA’s air gun range, which was part of the Venturing National Exhibit. The Venturing program is for Scouts who are between the ages of 14 and 20 and may be co-ed. NRA Certified Instructors were also responsible for supervising all four air gun and shotgun ranges used by almost 10,000 Scouts each day during the Jamboree.

According to Steven Andersen, executive director of The NRA Foundation, “NRA and the Boy Scouts have worked together to promote the shooting sports for decades. In fact, The NRA Foundation has provided over $2.8 million since its inception to support various local and national Boy Scout shooting education activities.” The NRA Foundation recently approved funding to cover the cost of all training materials to certify BSA summer camp rifle and shotgun counselors.

The NRA booth was also a popular stop at the Merit Badge Midway, where Scouts could complete the training requirements for up to 83 different merit badges, including those for rifle and shotgun. Only NRA Certified Instructors are authorized by the BSA to conduct the training necessary for these two badges. More than 480 Scouts took advantage of this opportunity. To earn these badges, Scouts must complete a course on gun safety, gun laws, and the history and uses of guns, as well as achieve a minimum score at the range.

“The NRA is an essential partner in promoting the shooting sports among Scouts. The shooting sports are the most popular activities within the Venturing program, and without NRA it would be very difficult, if not impossible, to offer the same level of shooting opportunities.” said Bill Evans, Director of Outdoor Venturing for BSA.

If you have any questions, contact the NRA Youth Programs Department at (703) 267-1505 or email youth_programs@nrahq.org.

Women avoid Death and Rape by carrying concealed guns

NEWS RELEASE - Merril Press. Post Office Box 1682, Bellevue, WA 98009 - (425)454-7009, Fax (425)451-3959, www.merrilpress.com

CONTACT: Tiffany Lindsay, (425) 454-7009, tiffany.lindsay@liberty.seanet.com

"STAYIN’ ALIVE” AUTHOR PAXTON QUIGLEY SAYS WOMEN AVOID DEATH AND RAPE BY CARRYING CONCEALED GUNS

LOS ANGELES, CA – Paxton Quigley, both a liberal Democrat and advocate of women’s gun rights, says in her new book, Stayin’ Alive: Armed and Female in an Unsafe World (Merril Press, 2005), women who take their guns out of their homes and legally carry them concealed reduce violent crimes, rape, and death. Yet only twenty-seven percent of American women keep a gun in their home.

Quigley, author of the best selling book, Armed and Female, “the bible of women’s gun self-defense,” who has taught thousands of women and men safe gun use for self-defense also says: “Anti-gun critics claim women get a false sense of security when they carry a gun. That’s just a lot of hooey! All the women I’ve ever spoken with who legally carry feel much more in control of their surroundings and far safer.”

Quigley further cites studies which show significant reductions in crimes against women in regions where more women carry concealed handguns: “I strongly urge women to legally carry, especially when they’re out alone on their own, walking, driving, or riding public transportation.”

Presently, thirty-nine states permit the concealed carrying of handguns. While no national statistics are available, Arizona reports that of 67,000 gun owners who legally carry, 6,200 are women. In Florida, more than 15,000 women confidently carry concealed handguns.

In her new book, Stayin’ Alive, Quigley dispels popular myths about guns and articulates the importance of safe and responsible gun handling for greater personal and family security. She also analyzes alternate popular self defense options and discusses the pros and cons of stun guns, pepper spray, dogs, home alarms, etc., devoting an entire chapter to planning in advance exactly what to do in the event your home is invaded by burglars or worse.

When Quigley’s first book, Armed & Female (St. Martin’s Press, 1989) was published, it created uproar. The media was shocked and horrified, yet irresistibly intrigued by its unabashed call for women to finally unburden their fears, claim personal responsibility, and take up arms. She was profiled by “60 Minutes”, The Wall Street Journal, Playboy, The Los Angeles Times, and others, and appeared on nearly every national TV news show from “NBC Nightly News” to “Larry King Live,” “Oprah,” and “Hannity & Colmes.”

To interview Paxton Quigley, contact Tiffany Lindsay at above addresses.

Meister Bullets, Inc. Announces New Cowboy Cartridges

OOLOGAH, OK - Meister Bullets, Inc., the oldest and largest cast bullet manufacturer in the United States and best known for their cowboy action shooting bullets, has just introduced a new line of Cowboy ammunition to their current product line. Manufactured using only the highest quality components, the new Meister cartridges use only new Starline brass, either Federal or Winchester primers, Vihtavuori powder and, of course, Meister bullets. Specifically loaded for the cowboy action shooter, the bullet velocities are either 650 fps or 700 fps (dependent upon caliber).

The new Meister Cowboy Action cartridges are available in:

.38 RNFP 125-grain
.38 RNFP 130-grain (designed specifically to function in the Marlin lever-action rifle)
.45 RNFP 200-grain
.45 RNFP 250-grain
.32 H&R Magnum RNFP in 94-grain, 78-grain and 115-grain

All Meister bullets are sealed using a proprietary formula which took several years to develop. The sealant prevents tarnish and, most importantly, reduces exposure to lead in both the shooting and handling of the bullets.

The new cowboy action ammunition is manufactured in Meister Bullets’ new 8,100 square foot facility which provides expanded production capabilities and has additional staffing to assure that their customers receive on time delivery and personal excellence in customer service. The ammunition is available through your local dealer or order online at www.meisterbullets.com.

Meister Bullets was founded in 1971 by Wilhelm Ohligs, aka “The Bullet Meister” and competitive target shooter, when he began casting bullets for other shooters and resellers, and was incorporated in 1984 in Phoenix, AZ. Meister Bullets has been built on the principles of “Quality Service, Quality Products, and Complete Customer Satisfaction.” Bill and Judy Casey purchased Meister when Bill Ohligs decided to retire in 2001. Their level of commitment to the Meister name, and the continuance in striving to meet their customer’s needs is apparent with the addition of 69 new bullets along with the expansion of Meister’s product line. All Meister Bullets are sealed with a proprietary seal which reduces lead exposure while shooting and handling the bullets. Meister Bullets, Inc. is now located in Oologah, Oklahoma at a new 8,100 sq. ft. facility and is the premium manufacturer of cowboy action shooting bullets and cartridges and is presently expanding their product line even further with the development of new products for the law enforcement community. For more information, call 918-443-2707 or logo onto www.meisterbullets.com.

Firearm Industry Granted Consultative Role to United Nations

NEWTOWN, Conn.—The firearm and ammunition industry now has a seat at the world table of the United Nations. The 191-country, international relations body has granted official consultative status to the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers Institute (SAAMI).

SAAMI, founded in 1926, publishes voluntary industry quality and safety standards, coordinates technical manufacturing data, and promotes safe and responsible firearms use. With its new U.N. designation, SAAMI is now a global resource for scientific facts on guns and ammunition.

In securing the official designation, SAAMI Managing Director Rick Patterson delivered a presentation to the U.N. Committee on Non-Governmental Organizations, then for nearly an hour answered questions and responded to concerns regarding firearm industry involvement in U.N. issues. Final approval was handed down last month.

SAAMI becomes only the fourth firearms-related, non-government organization to be officially recognized by the United Nations.

“The U.N. creates treaties and model regulations. It's important for our industry to have a voice in both of these arenas,” said Patterson. “First, international treaties are critical because a treaty actually supersedes the U.S. Constitution, so SAAMI can now speak up during deliberations over any treaties that could ultimately render America’s 2nd Amendment null and void.

“Second, the United Nations is very active in developing international regulations. There are thousands upon thousands of model regulations for countries to adopt, and SAAMI now has an official opportunity to provide input in the creation of these models. We can’t prevent politicians from deliberately making bad decisions, but we can make sure they don’t unintentionally make bad decisions from a lack of knowledge,” said Patterson.

For more information on SAAMI, visit www.saami.org or call 203-426-4358.

Editorial - Sept/Oct 2005 Issue

This editorial varies a little from my usual. Many of you know that we run a cowboy charity benefit raffle each year. These raffles are designed to help a cowboy/cowgirl or their family who may have medical and financial problems and is in need of help. Normally, we select only one person. This year, I determined that there were actually three people, a primary person, William Towery, who suffers from cancer and is a cowboy shooter (see update on page 78), and two secondary people: The Paloduro Kid who was one of the beneficiaries in the past (see article by the Paloduro Kid on page 80), and Bill Falk. Bill is an excellent engraver who you may have seen at many of the CAS events. What you may not know is that when Cecil Brock, our first beneficiary, was paralyzed from the neck down in a car accident, Bill stepped in to help him. Bill, suffering from the loss of a spleen and short-term memory loss from the same accident, opened his home to Cecil, installed a ramp for a wheel chair, and supported him in many ways even though he couldn’t afford it. It took many months for their insurance claims to come through. Bill still suffers from short-term memory loss, but can still produce an outstanding piece of engraved art, so if you see him, give him some business or call him and talk to him about an engraving project you might have in mind. You can reach him at Bill Falk Engraving, 10210 E. Laurel Rd. , Chattaroy , WA 99003 or by phone at (509) 292-8552.

Well, where am I going with this you ask? This year’s raffle has not gone quite as well as those in the past and I am not sure why. Maybe it is that we haven’t given it enough press, maybe its because we do have three beneficiaries, maybe it is that the economy is still recovering, I am not sure. There are certainly some great prizes (see our ad on page 53). We have many sponsors this year that are providing a lot of prizes, with the main prize being a Ruger Vaquero .45 Colt provided and customized by Bill Olgesby of Olgesby & Olgesby with beautiful engraving by Kelly Laster. This is a one-of-a-kind sixgun that is accompanied by a $1,000 custom two-gun rig that will be made by Mike Kirkpatrick of Kirkpatrick Leather.

I am asking for your support. You may not understand how our charity benefit raffle works, skipped the ad, or have been concerned about how much of the money received goes to the beneficiaries, or maybe not understood what great prizes are given out. First of all, all of the money taken in (and sometimes more) is given to the beneficiaries. Yes, that is 100 percent or more! There are many times we send checks out when we have hardly received anything and are in a poor cash flow position ourselves. I’d like to see a regular non-profit charity beat that! This may surprise you or fill you with disbelief. If that is the case you definitely need to read the Paloduro Kid’s article.

Each of our beneficiaries needs your help regardless if you buy one, 10, or 100 tickets. Every little bit helps. We are committed to continue this process but need your support. If any of you feel you need specific information on our cowboy charity benefit raffles please feel free to call me directly at the office (800) 342-0904 or email me at editor@shootmagazine.com.

CLICK HERE TO FIND LEARN MORE OR TO BUY YOUR COWBOY BENEFIT RAFFLE TICKETS.

New Products Added To Brownells® Catalog

NEWS RELEASE
Nearly 2500 New Products Added To Brownells® Catalog #58
New catalog features a selection of more than 32,000 items

Already the world’s largest supplier of accessories, gunsmithing tools and parts for all types of firearms, Brownells® has increased its selection by almost 2,500 items with the introduction of Brownells Catalog #58. With more than 32,000 items now available, the new catalog retains the familiar horizontal format that gunsmiths and shooters have come to expect from Brownells.

New products have been added to almost every category in Brownells Catalog #58, including a number of new products for AR-15 and M16 rifles, including barrels, flash suppressors, sights and more. Brownells has also added a number of new high-capacity pistol magazines to the new catalog, including models for Glock, Beretta and STI pistols. In addition, the growing popularity of tactical gear and guns is reflected in the number of new tactical accessories and tactical slings available for the first time in Brownells Catalog #58.

The selection of Brownells-branded products has also been expanded in Catalog #58, including a number of new gun cases, high-capacity magazines, gun cleaning products and more. The company has also added three new factories to its unmatched selection of factory gun parts. Brownells now stocks factory parts for SIG, Springfield and United States Firearms, in addition to the seventeen factories’ parts available in Catalog #57.

To make it easier than ever to find the right parts and accessories, Brownells has differentiated the product and manufacturer indexes of Catalog #58. The product index is now printed on yellow paper, while the manufacturer index is printed on blue.

“We have worked hard to make the Brownells Catalog #58 our easiest-to-use, most information-packed catalog ever,” said Brownells President, Frank Brownell. “For the past year, our team has worked hard to test and evaluate thousands of new products, and almost 2,500 of those items ended up making the cut. There are a tremendous number of new products for gun enthusiasts these days, and we’ve added to virtually every type of item we carry. Like its predecessors, Brownells Catalog #58 is an unmatched resource for our customers looking for current production factory gun parts.”

Brownells is the world’s largest supplier of factory gun parts, gunsmithing tools, equipment and firearms accessories. Since 1939, Brownells has been serving gunsmiths and firearms enthusiasts with the products they need to repair, protect and accessorize their firearms. Today, the company stocks more than 32,000 items, and its long-familiar horizontal-format catalog is known to shooters and gunsmiths worldwide as being uniquely Brownells. Products can be ordered by toll-free phone, fax, or through the company’s Website. For more information, call 800-741-0015, Dept. #PBQ, or visit http://www.brownells.com.

National Youth Trapshooting Championship Winners

Nebraska, Tennessee, California, Colorado Youths Win National Trapshooting Championships - Record 1,564 Youths Compete in Scholastic Clay Target Program Event

VANDALIA, Ohio—Youth shooting teams from Nebraska, Tennessee, California and Colorado claimed national titles—and a total of eight states were represented among the 15 medalling teams—at the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) National Trapshooting Championships. The competition was held Tuesday at the Grand American World Trapshooting Championships.

A record 1,564 youths in grades 12 and under competed at the event, surpassing last year’s field by more than 500 and producing the highest attendance in SCTP’s five-year history. All of these young shooters also had the chance to be a part of history, as the Grand, which will be held in Illinois next year, ends an 81-year run in Vandalia.

“It’s the end of an era, but everyone who was here to see the hundreds of young shooters knows that it’s also the beginning of a new era in trapshooting. The growth of SCTP nationwide has been phenomenal this year,” said Zach Snow of the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), which developed the youth program “The program’s popularity has skyrocketed thanks to the hard work and commitment of volunteers around the country and the enthusiasm of these young competitors.”

“We had a 50 percent increase in participation in one year and that is amazing,” Tom Arvis, president of the Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA), said of the Aug. 9 youth competition. “I’m very conscious of the fact that these youngsters are the future of trapshooting.”

Click here to view the complete story, including the Final Results.

The National Shooting Sports Foundation, formed in 1961, is a non-profit trade association. NSSF directs a variety of outreach programs to promote greater participation and a better understanding of the shooting sports, emphasizing safe and responsible ownership of firearms. For further information, please visit www.nssf.org. For more information about SCTP or to request photos, contact Steve Wagner, NSSF public relations director, at (203) 426-1320 or swagner@nssf.org. Visit SCTP online at www.nssf.org/sctp.