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Do You Value Your Gun Rights?
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9.5.2008 6:23:18 PM
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America is facing a critical point in our history. The election for President of the United States is not about selecting a leader to keep us on a set path, but to recover from many major problems this country is currently facing. It is about selecting a leader who will provide us with national security. It is about selecting a leader who will bring better support to our soldiers and their families. It is about selecting a leader who will defend our Constitutional rights and not leave us defenseless and unable to protect our loved ones and communities. This election is a fight to preserve the American way of life. We must select a leader who is capable of living up to a higher standard.
If you value your Second Amendment rights, you must be aware that the Democrats are aiming to take them from you. This is from their 2008 Democratic Platform Report (DNC 08-13-08):
| We recognize that the right to bear arms is an important part of the American tradition, and we will preserve Americans’ Second Amendment right to own and use firearms. We believe that the right to own firearms is subject to reasonable regulation, but we know that what works in Chicago may not work in Cheyenne. We can work together to enact and enforce commonsense laws and improvements – like closing the gun show loophole, improving our background check system, and reinstating the assault weapons ban, so that guns do not fall into the hands of terrorists or criminals. Acting responsibly and with respect for differing views on this issue, we can both protect the constitutional right to bear arms and keep our communities and our children safe. |
As you can see their primary focus is to remove firearms they deem as "assault weapons" which will be anchored by the revised Clinton Gun Ban with more clear wording to address everything from black riles to handguns to hunting ("sniper") rifles. It's time to take a stand before we are left defenseless, something our forefathers gave their lives to prevent.
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AmericanSnipers.org Fundraiser
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7.23.2008 5:19:38 PM
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Help support the troops with the largest giveaway ever for AmericanSnipers.org and it will all go to one lucky winner!
We're looking for industry support to expand this package, and as always, every single dime raised goes directly to the shooters in the box and on the rocks.
Make your donation
Get more information in the OFFICIAL THREAD
UPDATED ALMOST DAILY WITH NEW GEAR FOR THE GIVEAWAY!
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31 Days Of SWAT
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7.1.2008 8:45:57 AM
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Starting today, July 1st, we will be giving away 1 subscription to SWAT Magazine a day! Contest rules will be available in the SWAT Magazine forum, HERE!
Enter the contest and stop in to say thanks to the SWAT staff for a wonderful publication!
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Heller Decision
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6.26.2008 10:19:48 AM
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The much-anticipated decision in the DC vs Heller case is finally in. This landmark case is an appeal of Parker vs DC, where the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit became the first federal appeals court in the United States to rule that a firearm ban was an unconstitutional infringement of the Second Amendment. This case has drawn the attention of the NRA, the Brady Campaign, distinguished Law Professors all over the country, as well as a number of state's, who signed briefs for the case.
Here is the initial post from SCOTUS:
| The Court has released the opinion in District of Columbia v. Heller (07-290), on whether the District’s firearms regulations – which bar the possession of handguns and require shotguns and rifles to be kept disassembled or under trigger lock – violate the Second Amendment. The ruling below, which struck down the provisions in question, is affirmed. |
For more information, click on the Comments link below!
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Heller Decision Expected Thursday June 26th
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6.25.2008 10:39:02 AM
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 The much-anticipated decision in the DC vs Heller case was once again delayed. The Court is expected to finalize the last three decisions: Heller (DC Guns), Davis v. FEC (campaign finance), and American Electric Power (energy contracts).
Make sure to check in tomorrow, when the court will issue all of its remaining opinions starting at 10 a.m. Eastern.
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Tactical Night Vision Product Announcement!
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6.2.2008 10:52:19 PM
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 Our good friend and resident Night Vision expert, Victor Di Cosola, has requested that we help break the anticipation regarding his newest project! Several people got an early glimpse of it prior to this announcement at SOF Week in Tampa and a "teaser" photo was posted on this site as well. We now have the formal press release along with the photo.
| As most know TNVC has continued to support the shooting community with innovative products such as the Scope Accessory Ring Rail (SAR) that was released 2 years ago that has enabled a great many folks the luxury of mounting a mini red dot (MRD) or any other accessory to a scope or shotgun tube in a multitude of positions where rail space on a gun may be limited. We are very proud to present our next product entry, which is called the MURLM (Multi-Use Rail & Light Mount). |
For more information click on the comments link and read the full press release on this exciting new mount! Please contact Tactical Night Vision Company for pre-order information!
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ARFCOM Cruise 2008
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4.28.2008 3:23:52 PM
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For those interested in a week of excitement in the Western Caribbean, we've got a cruise scheduled for September 14-21, 2008 aboard the Carnival Valor, leaving from Miami, FLA and visiting: Grand Cayman, Roatan Honduras, Belize, and Cozumel.
Come join the crew from AR15.com for an unforgettable week of diving, snorkeling, exploring, and who knows what else will be in store for the group...
$250 Fully-Refundable Deposit is due May 11, 2008, and payment is due June 28th. Follow the link to discussion for more details.
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EXTENDED TIME TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT WITH THE GROUP RATES!
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Register to Vote or Register Your Guns...
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3.1.2008 10:41:53 PM
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 As you are probably aware there has never been a more important time to join the NRA and fight for our right to keep and bear arms. With the approach of the upcoming elections the shooting and firearms industry has united it's efforts to build a bigger and stronger NRA. Please visit and help promote the initiative web site www.insureyourgunrights.com.
With the 2008 campaign already well underway, it is critical that gun owners and gun rights supporters are registered to vote in advance of respective deadlines. Make no mistake, opponents of our freedom will be working hard over this next year to gain momentum they need to attack our rights. It is critical that we as gun owners are registered to vote and that we most assuredly vote on Election Day.
Supporting the NRA is one of the best ways to help protect your rights, and clicking on the logo below helps them know AR15.com sent you. 
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2nd Annual Bushmaster Cup at Camp Perry
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7.17.2008 8:46:38 AM
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 2nd Annual Bushmaster Cup at Camp Perry
This Prestigious Bushmaster Cup will be awarded to the Individual with the highest overall shooting score of the Mountain Man Aggregate using a
Factory Bushmaster Rifle. (factory trigger excluded)
Mountain Man Aggregate is: Combined shooting score of: President’s 100 Match, National Trophy Individual Match, and the National Trophy Team Matches.
Bushmaster will be awarding two Cups: 1 to Top Junior, and 1 to the Overall Champion. CMP is accepting online registrations, and will have entry forms at the event registration building. Register Here Online.
Bushmaster Cups will be awarded at the CMP NT Rifle Award Ceremony on August 1st . Presentation of Bushmaster Cup will b e made by Jarrod McDevitt- Competition Program Coordinator of Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC. Awards banquet starts at 1900 hrs.
Rules:
Pre-Registration is required. Entry forms must be given to CMP before 1st Event gets underway. Individual winning award does so by using a Factory Bushmaster Rifle (factory trigger excluded) in the above matches. Winning each event is not required (but encouraged). The individual using a Factory Bushmaster Rifle with the highest combined shooting score wins the 2nd Annual Bushmaster Cup.
Match scores and entry forms will be received from CMP to determine winner.
A Company Representative to will inspect winners rifles to ensure it is a factory rifle (excluding trigger).
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Bushmaster at Camp Perry
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7.17.2008 8:45:36 AM
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*Camp Perry National Matches 2008
Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC will be teaming up with Ohio’s own: One Shot Inc,, to offer our customers at the National Matches Great Deals on Bushmaster Rifles, Carbines, and Lowers. One Shot will have a wide variety of Bushmaster Firearms & Lower Receivers at this year’s event. Bushmaster will be located in the center of Commercial Row Bldg# 1022B. Come join Bushmasters Factory Representatives Jarrod, Erik, Andy, Paul and our guest Chris of One Shot, Inc from, July 25th thru August 10th. Be sure to stop by to take advantage of Bushmasters Appreciation to you, our customers for your yearlong business & support with our Show Discounts on parts & accessories. We’ll have the air conditioner running; look forward to seeing you there!!
Thank You,
Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC
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Bushmaster Presents $10,000 for Junior Shooter Support
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6.18.2008 11:32:00 AM
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June 18, 2008
Windham, Maine -- Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC (BFI) recently made a $10,000.00 contribution to the CMP National Matches Junior Highpower Support Fund. A formal check presentation ceremony took place at Camp Butner, North Carolina during the Eastern CMP Games and Creedmoor Cup Matches. The check represents the proceeds from a special series of Bushmaster DCM-XR competition rifles that were produced to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the National Matches coming to Camp Perry, Ohio.
Jarrod McDevitt, Competition Program Coordinator at Bushmaster, presented the check. Bushmaster produced and began marketing the special DCM-XR rifle during the 2007 National Matches at Camp Perry, and committed to donating $100.00 from each rifle sale to the CMP National Matches Junior Highpower Support Fund. The Support Fund provides financial assistance to partially offset the costs of travel, accommodations and entry fees for juniors competing in the CMP service rifle matches at Camp Perry. In 2007, this fund provided nearly $25,000.00 in support for junior highpower shooters to help make it possible for them to attend the National Matches.
Chad Brooks, CEO said, "We were very pleased to work with CMP on a special project like this. Knowing that the proceeds benefit Jr. Shooters made it all worth it. Our commitment to youth programs will only grow. Bushmaster realizes the importance of teaching firearm safety and marksmanship training to all age groups and will always do its part in supporting that."
DCM-XR Competition rifles produced were serialized with numbers "1 of 100" through "100 of 100." A logo commemorating the Camp Perry Centennial and the CMP was laser engraved on the magazine well. Number one of this series of rifles was used by Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army John McLaurin to fire the ceremonial first shot of the 2007 National Matches First Shot Ceremony.
Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC (BFI) also recently donated award rifles to the CMP Eastern Games & Creedmoor Cup at Camp Butner, NC held May 3-11.
CMP Eastern Games award rifle winner was Michael O'Neil with a score of 374-13X in the CMP EIC Match. Michael received an award certificate for a Bushmaster DCM-XR Series Rifle.
Two other Bushmaster DCM-XR rifles were awarded to the Overall Champion and the Jr. Champion of the Eastern Creedmoor Cup Match. The Overall Winner was SFC Grant Singley USA with a score of 790-31X, and the Junior Champion was Jason Case with a score of 784-30X.
Bushmaster Competition Program Coordinator Jarrod McDevitt stated, "This year's event was definitely one to remember. Our newly formed Bushmaster Rifle Team held a clinic on May 7th with the Army Marksmanship Unit and USMC Shooting Team. The quality of instruction given was unlike any ever offered. We had active duty AMU and USMC shooters, a retired Distinguished AMU National Champion, a retired Master Gunnery Sergeant USMC double distinguished instructor, and other National Champions on hand providing instruction."
Bushmaster would like to congratulate our award winners and give "Special Thanks" to the Army Marksmanship Unit and the US Marine Corp Shooting Team for providing excellent assistance with this year's clinic.
About Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC...
Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC (BFI) is the leading supplier of AR15/M16 type rifles in the United States for Law Enforcement, Public and Private Security and Safety applications, as well as consumer use. Headquartered in Windham, Maine - with additional facilities in Dallas, Georgia and Lake Havasu, Arizona, BFI supplies both Aluminum and advanced Carbon Fiber based rifle platforms in calibers ranging from 5.56mm/.223 to .50BMG, as well as associated accessories, to its US customer base, in addition to Law Enforcement, Security and Military customers in over 50 countries around the world.
Media Contact:
Linda Powell or Eddie Stevenson (800) 537-2278 (Press only)
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Bushmaster Firearms at the 2008 NRA Show
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5.12.2008 1:16:00 PM
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Please Join us at the 2008 Annual Meetings & Exhibits! Booth #742
Louisville Kentucky
May 16 - May 18, 2008
Bushmaster Firearms and Bushmaster Custom Shop Representatives will be in attendence showing products and answering all your questions. We look forward to seeing you in Louisville!!
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DPMS Acquired By Cerberus Capital Management Affiliate
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12.21.2007 6:22:05 PM
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December 14, 2007
St. Clour, Minnesota, DPMS, a leading supplier of AR15 based rifles, parts and accessories announced today that its assets have been acquired by an affiliate of Cerberus Capital Management, L.P.
Randy Luth, DPMS founder and President, remarked, "We were looking for a partner that could enhance our expertise in operations and further develop our sales and marketing capabilities. Cerberus is a partner that can help us in those areas and provide the financial and operational resources required to expand our business. We look forward to working with them. After starting this business 21 years ago, I couldn't be more excited about our prospects for the future, both in terms of the growth we believe we can achieve and the level of satisfaction and value we can provide to our customers."
In connection with the transaction, Mr. Luth will remain President of the newly formed DPMS Firearms, LLC and will continue to oversee the strategic and operational aspects of DPMS. Added Mr. Luth, "I would like to thank our employees, first and foremost. Their hard work, and the support of our dedicated customers, has brought us to where we are today. As we look forward, we see increased interest in our new calibers, based on the proven DPMS 'LR' rifle platform. With our technical expertise and the commitment of our new owners, we intend to broaden the breadth and depth of our rifle and accessories offerings to current and new markets. We will continue to provide not only great value to our loyal customers, but also the high level of customer service we are known for."
The March Group, a private investment banking firm based in Nashville, TN, acted as financial advisor to DPMS. Principal Brantley Kemp was responsible for managing the transaction and advising DPMS on its strategic alternatives.
About DPMS Firearms, LLC
Headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota, DPMS Firearms, LLC manufactures and distributes a complete line of AR15 based rifles and components, as well as rifle platforms in other calibers. DPMS systems are in use by law enforcement agencies, military personnel and civilians worldwide, including the U.S. Border Patrol, security agencies in Iraq, the Jordanian army, America's top competitive shooters and big game hunters.
Media Contact:
Dustin Emholtz DPMS, (800) 578-3767
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ARMALITE ANNOUNCES GUNSMITH RIFLE KITS
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11.30.2007 4:13:15 PM
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ARMALITE ANNOUNCES GUNSMITH RIFLE KITS
Geneseo IL, January 2, 2008
ArmaLite Inc. announced today the introduction of the AR-10(r) "Gunsmith Kit". These kits enable users to build their own custom AR10 rifle to their own standards. The AR10 Gunsmith Kits include all the core parts required to build an AR10 rifle, excluding any parts that are optional based on the configuration of rifle desired. These economical kits allow the gunsmiths to use aftermarket components to build their custom rifle without the need to disassemble a complete AR-10. Genuine ArmaLite components will be available to flesh out the customers option needs. Kits come complete with key interface dimensions of the barrel. A similar program will be available to manufacturers wishing to build fine rifles on the AR-10 frame under their own brand.
The AR-10 Gunsmith kit retails for $862
Please call your ArmaLite sales representative for more information about the kits. Supplies will be limited until production catches up.
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Posted By :: ArmaLiteSales
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2007 CUP WINNER ANNOUNCED
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8.21.2007 1:53:34 PM
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2007 CUP WINNER ANNOUNCED
Winner Announced of 1st ARMALITE CUP Award plus CUP HOLDER.
ArmaLite is proud to announce the winner of the first annual ARMALITE CUP.
Robert DeVito of Florida is the 2007 recipient of the ARMALITE CUP.
Robert will also receive an AR10 lower receiver (or as now referred to as the CUP HOLDER). When contacted this week Robert DeVito, an ArmaLite rifle owner and fan, was very excited to hear that he had won the Cup, and was especially surprised to know that he would also be receiving a AR10 cup holder.
The ARMALITE CUP was specially commissioned in green and is embossed with the ArmaLite Logo, is signed by Mark Westrom president of ArmaLite and will come with a certificate of originality. This rare, genuine ARMALITE CUP will make a fine accessory that Robert DeVito said he would cherish.
The ArmaLite cup was on display during the High Power Rifle matches at Camp Perry.
Mark Westrom President of ArmaLite congratulates Robert DeVito on his fine prize and wishes him great success as the winner of the first ARMALITE CUP.
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Posted By :: ArmaLiteSales
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Bushmaster Acquires Cobb Manufacturing
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8.20.2007 3:59:46 PM
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Bushmaster Acquires Cobb Manufacturing
Deal expands Bushmasters industry leading rifle offerings and adds additional R&D capability
Windham, Maine: Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC announced today that it has completed a transaction to acquire the assets of Cobb Manufacturing, Inc, a Georgia- based developer and producer of Tactical Rifles currently available in .308, 03.06, .338 Lapua Magnum and 50 BMG calibers. In addition, Cobb’s founder and President, Skip Patel, has been named Executive Vice President of Research & Development for BFI.
Cobb, a Dallas, Georgia-based company, has been recognized for it’s innovative, out of the box approach to tactical platforms. Cobb’s innovations include its acclaimed patent pending Multi-Caliber Rifle semi-auto system (MCR) and expertise in large bore bolt action rifles. Cobb’s products are currently fielded with a number of Law enforcement agencies and militaries worldwide.
According to Chad Brooks, CEO of Bushmaster, “Adding .308, .338 Lapua Magnum, 30-06 and .50BMG rifles to Bushmaster’s product offerings, further establishes our foothold in the tactical rifle market, and provides platforms for future growth both in the U.S. and Global Law Enforcement and Military markets.” Added Brooks, “Additionally, the opportunity to add Skip Patel to our management team and lead us in our R&D efforts, was critical as we begin to aggressively expand our products to further meet the demands of today’s various global customers .”
The current Cobb rifle lineup will be refined and re-branded with the Bushmaster snake, and will be produced out of Bushmaster’s Windham, Maine Facility. As part of the transaction, Bushmaster has also established a rapid prototype and R&D manufacturing facility in Georgia, where next generation products will be developed. The facility will maintain emphasis on Bushmasters new product pipeline for Commercial, Law Enforcement and Military tailored products.
Added Skip Patel, “The chance to join the Bushmaster family and see the Cobb products gain access to Bushmaster’s renowned attention to quality and volume production, gives me great confidence in our future. My new position will allow me to focus on outside of the box ideas and address the needs of today’s shooters across all market segments. Our rapid prototype facility in conjunction with the Bushmaster Custom Shop is a very exciting proposition. ”
About Bushmaster (BFI)
Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC is the leading supplier of AR15/M4 and M16 Type rifles in the US for consumers, law enforcement & security/safety applications. Headquarted in Windham, Maine with manufacturing facilities in Windham and Lake Havasu City, Arizona, Bushmaster supplies both Aluminum and Carbon Fiber based rifles and accessories to its US customer base, as well a Law Enforcement and Military customers in over 50 countries around the world
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