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ROB SMITH
Editor
rob.smith@dhpub.co.uk
Rob has a wealth of knowledge of the international
trade sector, having worked in B2B publishing since
2008. A keen outdoorsman, Rob will bring you the
important news and leads from across the global
hunting, shooting and tactical sectors.
JUSTIN FOX
Publisher
justin.fox@dhpub.co.uk
Justin is hugely experienced in publishing and
oversees the entire David Hall Publishing portfolio
which, as well as B2B titles, also includes some
enthusiast consumer brands. Justin’s organisational
and sales skills are invaluable to the business.
BART MANGANIELLO
Business Development Manager – North America
bartalm@optonline.net
For more than 35 years Bart has worked with
international B2B magazines. He specialises in
providing the best communication programs to
companies, helping them connect with current and
prospective trade partners around the world.
WILLEM BONNEUX
Business and Content Development
willem.bonneux@dhpub.co.uk
Always at the intersection of sales and marketing,
Willem has served in several roles in the
international shooting and hunting industry.
Involved with GTW from the start, his content-first
approach helps brands go the extra mile.
PAUL EVANS
Art Editor
paul.evans@dhpub.co.uk
A vital cog in the GTW machine, Paul has worked
with our publisher since 2008 across all areas
of Production, Design and Marketing. He makes
everything we make look even better.
JON IVERSON
Web Designer
jiverson@avtechmediausa.com
Jon is our wizard of the web – he helped create our
website and ensures the smooth running of it.
He’ll make sure our digital content is seen by key
industry personnel across the globe.
GUN BARRELS
AND MORE
STAYING ON
TOP OF GUN
LAW ISN’T EASY
F
ollowing the laws set out by
a country’s government is a
fundamental part of running
a business. Fall foul of the law
and you can be in big trouble,
plus it’s not great marketing for your
business.
Our market, perhaps more than any
other business sector, must constantly
keep its fingers on the pulse of the latest
changes in law. Gun industry laws are
ever changing, making it difficult to stay
on top of them all. This is particularly
true for companies that export to many
different countries – each with their
own laws that have to be accepted.
Retailers also battle with law change
on a regular basis and smaller shops,
with less staff, have a hard task on their
hands to keep up, especially when trying
to stay on top of all the other tasks
needed to run a successful business.
Let’s look at the USA as an example;
each State has its own rules and
regulations. In 2022 there were a lot of
changes across a lot of US States.
For instance, in the State of
California, five Bills were passed which
included restrictions on marketing
firearms and stricter licensing
procedures.
Colorado brought in a strange Bill,
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locations, while Deleware introduced
a package of measures to regulate
high-capacity magazines and stiffer
background checks. Over in New Jersey
several Bills were signed, which included
the regulation of handgun ammo sales
and legislation allowing the State’s
Attorney General to sue members of the
firearm industry for violations stemming
from the sale or marketing of firearms.
More Bills were signed in Washington,
Vermont, Rhode Island and Oregon,
amongst others.
This shows the scale of changes and
certainly makes it difficult for retailers
and manufacturers to keep on top but,
crucially, plan for the future in terms of
products to bring to market and to stock
on retail shelves. Organisations such
as the NSSF do a great job in helping
businesses deal with the ever-changing
landscape, so it always pays to become
a member of your local shooting trade
associations.
Have a great trading month.
Rob Smith
Editor
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JUNE 2023
Contents
08 NEWS
The latest news from around the global hunting and shooting
industry including the economic impact of the US firearm
industry rising 322 per cent since 2008.
24 LAW ENFORCEMENT & MILITARY
Key developments within the Law Enforcement and Military
sectors – this month Aimpoint are awarded a British Armed
Forces contract.
26 NORTH CAROLINA’S LEGISLATURE HAS OPPORTUNITY TO
RIGHT A WRONG
North Carolina’s General Assembly is at a decision point – Larry
Keane, SVP for Government & Public Affairs, Assistant Secretary
and General Counsel, NSSF gives his view.
28 GAMO UNVEILS FEATURE-PACKED VIPER PRO
Spanish air rifle expert, Gamo, has brought a fresh product to
market in the shape of the Viper Pro 10X GEN3 – a ten shot,
auto-loading break barrel with speed and power at its heart.
Gun Trade World discovers more about this exciting new release.
30 CZ EXCITES THE TRADE AT OUTDOORCLASSICS 2023
Ceska zbrojovka (CZ) showed off its latest develops at the recent
IWA OutdoorClassics exhibition – a cross-section of firearms
from its current portfolio were presented, which included several
new and exciting products.
32 LUMINEQ AIMS TO STAND OUT
Lumineq, the Finnish transparent display company, offers
manufacturers a high-performance display to allow their scopes
to jump out from the crowd, as Gun Trade World discovers.
28
30
32
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CONTENTS
36 GREAT GEAR
Gun Trade World takes a closer look at knives for law
enforcement and provides insights on what to look for when
choosing a knife.
38 SPOTLIGHT ON… KNIVES
It makes perfect sense for every shooting and hunting shop to
offer an elaborate range of knives and sharpeners, here’s why…
42 DOING BUSINESS WITH TURKEY
You only need to walk the aisles of SHOT Show or IWA
OutdoorClassics to understand that the transcontinental country
of Turkey is one of the global firearms industry’s major players.
Gun Trade World looks into the key characteristics of the
country to explore if Turkey could represent your next business
opportunity.
48 ENTER THE FAUSTI RANGE
The Caledon over-and-under could be described as the
admission into Fausti’s range of shotguns and certainly a top-
seller within the Italian company’s selection. Here, GTW previews
the feature-packed shotgun.
50 MAKING CONTACT
Gun Trade World looks at the hottest new products to be
released into the global marketplace. We are shown the latest
products before anyone else.
50 TASMANIAN TIGER 52 VORTEX
53 KAHR ARMS 54 BALLISTOL
55 MOSSBERG 56 STREAMLIGHT
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range, and a top-seller
within the Italian company’s
selection. GTW previews the
feature-packed shotgun.
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FIREARM INDUSTRY
ECONOMIC IMPACT RISES
322 PER CENT SINCE 2008
T
he total economic impact of
the firearm and ammunition
industry in the United States
increased to $80.73 billion in
2022 from $19.1 billion in 2008, a 322
percent increase, while the total number
of full-time equivalent jobs rose to over
393,696 from approximately 166,000,
a 136 percent increase in that same
period, according to a report released by
the NSSF, The Firearm Industry Trade
Association.
On a year-over-year basis, the
industry’s economic impact rose to
$80.73 billion in 2022 from $70.52
billion in 2021. Total jobs increased
by over 17,877 in the same period, to
396,696 from 375,819. The firearm
industry has broader impacts throughout
the economy. It supports and generates
business for firms seemingly unrelated
to firearms, at a time when every job in
America counts. These are real people,
with real jobs, working in industries as
varied as banking, retail, accounting,
metalworking and printing among others.
The firearm and ammunition industry
paid over $7.48 billion in business
taxes, including property, income and
sales-based levies. An additional $1.15
billion was paid in federal excise taxes,
which directly contributes to wildlife
conservation.
“Our industry’s economic input is
undeniably contributing to every state
and every community. This milestone
achievement of over $80 billion in
economic impact proves that the
American firearm and ammunition
industry is strong,” said Joe Bartozzi,
NSSF President and CEO. “Ours is an
industry that is consistently growing
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and innovating to meet the
American demand for the
highest quality firearms
and ammunition for lawful
firearm ownership. Over
4.2 million Americans
from all walks of life, for
the first time, discovered
and exercised their right to
lawful firearm owners and
safely participate in the
recreational shooting sports
THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF SPORTING ARMS AND AMMUNITION INDUSTRY IN THE UNITED STATES
SIGHTMARK’S WRAITH 4K MINI
WINS GOLDEN BULLSEYE AWARD
The Sightmark Wraith 4K
Mini Digital Rifle Scope
received the National
Rifle Association’s (NRA)
prestigious Golden Bullseye
award by NRA’s ‘American
Rifleman’ publication as
Optic of the Year for 2023.
The award recognises the
top products in the firearm
industry, as voted on by the
editors of NRA publications,
after a rigorous evaluation
process.
Products selected for the
award are personally tested
by staff members or regular
contributors to the NRA’s
American Rifleman magazine
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last year. This growth equals
more jobs that add to our
local economies, averaging
$65,000 in wages and
benefits, up from $56,900
reported last year. Since
2008, federal tax payments
increased by 266 percent,
Pittman-Robertson excise
taxes that support wildlife
conservation by 226 percent
and state business taxes by
and must offer innovation,
utility, reliability, outstanding
performance, and value to the
firearms community.
“We are thrilled to be
honoured as an NRA
Golden Bullseye recipient
by American Rifleman,” says
James Sellers, Founder and
Chief Executive Officer.
“We put a lot of effort into
providing customers with a
state-of-the-art digital optic
that is sleek, intuitive and
accessible. We are proud to
be recognized by the NRA
and American Rifleman and
look forward to providing
innovative products through
our ‘Wraith’ line.”
An innovative digital night
vision scope, The Sightmark
Wraith 4K mini provides
versatility in a day/night
optic and offers shooters
exceptional image quality
with its 4K ultra-high-
definition CMOS sensor and
a high-resolution 1280x720
FLCOS display.
“The NRA Golden
Bullseye Awards epitomise
what NRA members seek in
their shooting and hunting
46 percent.”
The annual Firearm
and Ammunition Industry
Economic Impact Report
provides a state-by-state
breakdown of job numbers,
wages and output covering
direct, supplier and induced
employment, as well as
federal excise taxes paid.
www.nssf.org
equipment – outstanding
performance, innovation
and value,” said NRA
Publications
Executive
Director
Doug
Hamlin.
“These
are
the best
new products,
truly worthy of
NRA Member’s
attention, and I extend my
heartfelt congratulations to
all this year’s winners.”
Extremely light and
compact, the Wraith 4K
Mini features big-time
capabilities. The Wraith
4K Mini’s built-in recorder
produces .AVI-format
videos in 1080p and/or 4K
resolution, ensuring every
shooting memory is captured
and preserved in incredible
detail. With 8x digital zoom,
full-colour HD imaging
during the daytime and two
digital night vision colour
palettes (black & white or
black-white custom), 850nm
About
NSSF is the trade association
for the firearm industry. Its
mission is to promote, protect
and preserve hunting and the
shooting sports. Formed in
1961, NSSF has a membership
of thousands of manufacturers,
distributors, firearm retailers,
shooting ranges, sportsmen’s
organisations, and publishers
nationwide.
ACCESS
THE FULL
REPORT
HERE
IR illuminator
and first-focal-
plane reticle options, the
Wraith 4K Mini enables
shooters to locate and engage
targets, near or far, with
speed and precision.
www.sightmark.com
About
Sightmark manufactures
award-winning products
including riflescopes, gun
sights, laser sights, digital
night vision, flashlights, bore
sights and other cutting edge,
premium shooting accessories.
Inspired by military and law
enforcement technology,
Sightmark products are
designed for competition,
shooting, hunting, home
defence, personal safety and
other tactical applications.
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Federal Recognised as Most Frequently Purchased
Shotshell Ammunition Brand in Southwick Report
Federal Ammunition leads the category
of most frequently purchased shotgun
ammunition according to the Southwick
Associates’ 2022 “Hunting & Shooting
Participation and Equipment Purchases
Consumer Tracking Study.” Southwick’s
yearly survey compiled the feedback
of over 9,000 hunters and recreational
shooters.
“The fact that Federal shotshell
ammunition leads the category for
most shotgun ammo purchased is a
testament to the demanding work
everyone at Federal puts into creating
these products,” said Dan Compton,
Product Director for Federal Shotshell
Ammunition. “This year’s survey showed
the highest percentage of all shotshell
ammo purchased was Federal. This is
truly a team effort, and our company
couldn’t be prouder.”
Federal has expanded its shotshell
line up in the past several years, adding
a competition target line up in High
Ferkinghoff welcomes special guests to IWA stand
At the recent IWA
OutdoorClassics
in Nuremberg,
Germany Ferkinghoff
International
welcomed U.S.
Consul General
Timothy Liston
and Bavarian State
Secretary Roland
Weigert, MdL.
As a representative
and importer of
well-known US
brands, Ferkinghoff
International
attracted special
attention in the
political environment.
On the one hand, through
the visit of the Bavarian State
Secretary Roland Weigert,
MdL (Bavarian State Ministry
for Economic Affairs,
Regional Development and
Energy), whose responsibilities
also include foreign trade
promotion. The intention
of the economic policy of
his house is to strengthen
Bavarian companies so that
they can successfully assert
themselves in national and
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Over All, along with sub-gauge
extensions for Top Gun, Black
Cloud and a new Bismuth
offering featuring HEVI-
Bismuth. New HEVI-Bismuth
shot is 22 per cent denser than
steel, delivering more lethal
energy downrange. Launched
by the FLITECONTROL
FLEX wad, bismuth pellets
pattern consistently, and their
metallic properties make them
safe in both modern and classic
shotguns.
“We want to continue to
have Federal Ammunition be hunters and shooters can easily find a
a company that fills all of your shotgun product to fit their needs.”
ammunition needs,” said Compton. “For Southwick’s in-depth resources
those that enjoy cold mornings in the illustrate shopping behaviours, such as
duck blind, to busting clays, and for where consumers buy, brand preferences,
home defence, Federal Ammunition’s and amount spent.
quality and trusted performance is there
to meet those needs. With Federal’s www.federalpremium.com
wide range of product choices, shotgun www.southwickassociates.com
In conversation
with management
Andrea and Achim
Ferkinghoff, he
underscored the high
level of interest in
import companies
serving markets in
close cooperation
with U.S. partners,
learned about the
associated challenges
in organizational
and formal processes,
and exchanged
views with the
representative of the
brands represented at
international competition. took the opportunity to inform the booth.
With his visit to Ferkinghoff himself of the new Ferkinghoff In addition to his many
as an example of a long- products. political commitments and
standing successful medium- With a view to the efforts to maintain good
sized company with its European market and the transatlantic relations, the
connections to international close cooperation with US Consul General has another
markets, he underlined these companies, Ferkinghoff passion - sports. So, he
intentions and spoke with the International, on the other also knows the famous US
Managing Directors, Andrea hand, has been in contact with marksman Jerry Miculek, who
and Achim Ferkinghoff. They the US Consulate in Munich was available for autographs at
discussed the challenges of the for quite some time. Also, in Ferkinghoff ’s booth and did
industry and the handling of Ferkinghoff ’s anniversary year, not miss the opportunity to
these issues in entrepreneurial U.S. Consul General Timothy get a personal dedication.
activities. Weigert himself is Liston visited the company’s
an enthusiastic hunter and booth and its U.S. producers. www.waffen-ferkinghoff.com
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TAYLOR’S & COMPANY ADDS NEW 10MM TO THEIR 1911 FAMILY

Taylor’s & Company, leading
US marketers and importers
of state-of-the-art historical
firearms utilising the latest
innovative designs, has
launched the Full Size (FS)
Tactical 1911 10mm pistol
into its extremely popular
1911 family.
“We couldn’t be more
excited to bring this state-of-
the-art firearm to the modern
gun enthusiast,” said Tammy
Loy, Owner/CEO, Taylor’s
& Company. “We wanted to
offer the 10mm version to
broaden our audience in the
1911 market. The new 10mm
1911 FS Tactical is sure to be
a very popular firearm with
the 1911 crowd.”
The Taylor’s & Company
FS Tactical is a beautiful,
modern iconic design that’s
great for everyday use,
target shooting, or duty
use. It has a number of
innovative additions such
as an ambidextrous thumb
safety, combat hammer, and
skeletonised trigger. For
easier control, an extended
beavertail grip safety lets
you get a high and tight
grip without worrying about
slide or hammer bite when
firing. Additionally, this
1911 is chambered in a much
more modern calibre than
the original military 1911s.
The 10mm auto cartridge
packs a lot of punch as this
pistol carries 8 rounds in the
magazine. With a Parkerised
finish and custom G10 grips,
the Taylor’s & Company
FS Tactical 1911 makes a
great all-around pistol for an
affordable price. The new FS
Tactical 1911 10mm joins
the 9mm FS Tactical model
launched previously.
Additional features include
About
Taylor’s & Company markets
steel frame, fixed mounted historical reproductions as
dovetail rear sight, fixed well as guns designed for
mounted dovetail fibre-optic modern-day shooter’s needs
front sight, ambidextrous in The New West. Working
safety and a GI slide closely with manufacturers,
serration for easy loading and Taylor’s firearms are crafted
unloading, all backed by a to their specifications using
Lifetime Warranty. high-quality machining and
innovative designs – Where
www.taylorsfirearms.com Legend Meets Performance.

Revo Brands hires Kenan Ikels as Chief Revenue Officer

Revo Brands, the
parent company
of Real Avid
and Outdoor
Edge Cutlery,
has hired Kenan
Ikels as Chief
Revenue Officer.
In this role, Ikels leads sales for Revo
Brands with responsibility for the
company’s top line revenue growth. Ikels
has been in the outdoor sporting goods
and recreation industry for the past 18
years, most recently as the Executive
Vice President – Sales of Aqua Leisure
Recreation.
“I’m delighted to have Kenan join our
executive management team,” said Roy
Wetterstrom, CEO of Revo Brands.
“He brings a wealth of experience in our
industry and has a track record of driving
revenue growth and strong relationships
within our channels. He is a dynamic,
strategic leader and fits in well with our
team.”
“I’m excited to join the Revo Brands
team and get back in the industry that
drives my passion,” said Ikels. “Revo
brands is centered on providing our end
users with the ultimate experience by
focusing on product innovation, design
and quality combined with unmatched
merchandising. I’m honored and humbled
to be a part of the team shaping the future
for Outdoor Edge and Real Avid. Our
associates and business partners have my
commitment to listen, collaborate and
provide solutions that will fuel our mutual
success.”
www.revobrands.com
About
Headquartered in Plymouth, MN, Revo
Brands’ mission is to ignite growth in
enthusiast and mission critical brands
through superior innovation, design,
and marketing. It designs, develops,
and supplies innovative accessories for
shooting enthusiasts under the Real
Avid brand, and highly functional knives,
blades and hand tools for outdoor
enthusiasts and professional tradesmen
under the Outdoor Edge brand.

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Worldwide Buy Group to represent ZeroTech Optics in the USA

ZeroTech
Optics, a
leading
manufacturer
of precision
riflescopes,
has revealed
that
Worldwide
Buy Group
will be
representing its products in the USA.
With a long history and solid reputation
in the industry, Worldwide Buy Group
brings extensive experience and
knowledge to the partnership. Established
in 1955, Worldwide Buy Group was
founded by a group of independent
retailers who aimed to combine buying
forces to stay competitive in the
market. With the power of a group, the
organisation has been able to provide the
best programs, prices, and products to
their members. Their pioneering spirit
and commitment to community, trust,
and relationship building have helped
them establish a solid reputation in the
industry.
ZeroTech Optics, founded in Australia
in 2018, has quickly gained a reputation
for delivering cutting-edge optical
solutions tailored to the needs of hunters,
shooters, and outdoor enthusiasts. Their
precision riflescopes have been designed
and developed by their in-house team
of optical and mechanical engineers
in Australia and undergo stringent
design, testing, and quality assurance
processes. “We are thrilled to partner with
Worldwide Buy Group,” said ZeroTech
Optics VP Mr Brett Stewart. “Their
long history and solid reputation in the
industry make them the ideal partner to
represent our products in the USA. We
are confident that their expertise and
knowledge will help us provide the best
possible experience for our customers.”
Worldwide Buy Group will be
representing ZeroTech Optics’ full line of
precision riflescopes, including the new
Japanese built Trace Advanced 4-24x50
FFP Tremor3 Riflescope. The partnership
will provide American customers with
access to high-quality, affordable, and
precision built riflescopes that meets and
exceeds the stringent American quality
assurance requirements.
www.worldwidebuygroup.com
www.zerotechoptics.com
About Worldwide Buy
Group
Established in 1955, Worldwide
Buy Group is a leading cooperative
that combines the buying forces of
independent retailers to provide the
best programs, prices, and products
in the industry. Their commitment to
community, trust, and relationship
building has helped them establish a
solid reputation in the industry.
About ZeroTech
Optics
Founded in Australia in 2018, ZeroTech
Optics is a leading manufacturer of
precision riflescopes tailored to the
needs of hunters, shooters, and outdoor
enthusiasts. Their in-house team of
optical and mechanical engineers design,
test, and deliver products that meet and
exceed their users’ expectations. Their
commitment to delivering unmatched
user experience, unbeatable value for
money, and a dedicated customer-
centric focus has helped them establish a
reputation as one of the world’s leading
optical manufacturers.

CAMFOUR ADDS
PMC AMMUNITION
TO VENDOR LINE UP
US wholesaler Camfour has
added PMC Ammunition
to its inventory, helping
Camfour to
expand its
vendor lines
and product
selection of
ammunition for its customer
base.
Brandon Roper, President
of Camfour commented: “By
adding PMC Ammunition
to our line-up of products
and expanding our options
for dealers to choose from,
we look towards improving
our customers shopping
experience.”
Because PMC’s supplier
produces every component
in the manufacturing of all
centrefire pistol and rifle
cartridges, it does not rely
upon the quality control of
other manufacturers. All
PMC sporting ammunition
is produced to either SAAMI
or US Military Specification
standards
(MIL SPEC).
PMC quality
control is
governed
by the highly sought-after
ISO Bureau Veritas quality
certification standards.
www.camfour.com
About
Camfour is a US wholesaler
of firearms, ammunition,
and accessories for the
shooting sports industry
with distribution centres in
Westfield, MA and Pflugerville,
TX. We continue to grow
by adding new brands and
dealers to consistently be
ranked as one of the top 10
distributors in the industry.

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CCI Blazer named as the most frequently
purchased handgun ammunition brand for 2022
CCI’s sub-brand Blazer was recently Consumer Tracking Study”. Southwick’s
named the most frequently purchased yearly survey compiled the feedback of over
handgun ammunition brand in Southwick 9,000 hunters and recreational shooters.
Associates 2022 “Hunting & Shooting “Once again, CCI is very proud of the
Participation and Equipment Purchases continued popularity of Blazer Brass
centrefire handgun ammunition,” said
Handgun Ammunition Product Director,
Nick Sachse. “We continue to push to
provide consumers with a quality product
that performs as well as consumers expect
it to. We are also incredibly pleased to see
that consumers are choosing CCI Blazer
for their target shooting needs.”
CCI is known for its shotshells in
popular handgun calibres, along with its
Blazer and Blazer Brass target ammunition
that includes a new 10mm offering. CCI
New Blazer Brass 10mm Auto pushes its
180-grain FMJ bullet fast for accurate,
realistic training. The loads use reliable
brass cases and non-corrosive, non-
ARMAS KEMEN APPOINT EAA Imports Girsan MC1911 C in 10mm
JONATHAN MCGEE FOR Florida based company, European
UK DISTRIBUTION AND American Amory Corporation, a
MARKETING leading US importer of European
firearms, has made it a mission to
Kemen guns have “bring the U.S. consumer firearms
aided the successes that are on the cutting edge of
of numerous World technology and quality.”
Champions along with The new MC1911 C by Girsan
playing their part in the was built to offer the power of a
success of hunters in the 10mm but in a more manageable
field around the world size for carry.
Jonathan McGee For years the 10mm has gained
specialises in innovative popularity for its increased power
and hands-on country and performance, frequently being
sports marketing that used by guides and outfitters as
will further solidify their go-to bear gun. Now Girsan
Kemen’s position as has not only made this option
a leading gunmaker affordable, but they’ve made their
globally. steel frame 1911 in 10mm easier to
“It’s an honour to carry. “Normally when you try to
have been appointed get a smaller barrel on a handgun
by Armas Kemen to with more firepower there is some
represent their brand compromise, but Girsan really
here in the UK. Kemen have been creating Best found a way to make this smaller
Guns since their inception in 1990. We look forward handgun a pleasure to shoot and be
to the great partnership ahead” very accurate right out of the box.”
The success of the Kemen range is based, amongst said Keith Bernkrant, President of
other factors, on the quality of the materials used,
artisan craftsmanship and the precision in the
manufacturing process.
All its models, from the KM4 to the Titanium
About
Based in Florida and founded in the early 1990s, European American Armory
Supreme, can be customised giving the company’s Corporation (EAA Corp.) has brought value to firearms owners with an array
users the freedom to get exactly what they require of right-priced, affordable handguns, rifles, and pistols from respectable
from their purchase. international manufacturers. EAA Corp’s mission has always been “good
quality products at reasonable prices.”
www.kemenguns.com
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mercuric CCI primers for clean, reliable
ignition and consistent ballistics.
“Not only is CCI a popular brand
for handgun shooters, CCI also ranked
high in both the rifle ammunition and
reloading components categories,”
continued Sachse. “When it comes to
target shooting or hunting with handgun
or rimfire cartridges, as well as primers for
reloaders: CCI continues to be a top-tier,
go-to option for all types of shooting
enthusiasts.”
Southwick’s in-depth resources illustrate
shopping behaviours, such as where
consumers buy, brand preferences, and
amount spent. To learn more about the
2022 report, visit the Southwick Associates
website.
www.southwickassociates.com
www.cci-ammunition.com
EAA Corp. “The feel and accuracy
of a full-size handgun, with the
stopping power of a 10mm? What’s
not to love?”
Available in 10mm with a 9+1
magazine capacity, the Girsan
MC1911 C in 10mm is great
for everything from an easy to
carry wilderness defense gun to
something that replaces your EDC.
They are available for purchase at
finer sporting goods and firearm
stores nationwide right now. For
more information, please contact
National Sales & Import Manager,
Chase Duffey for sales information
or Justin Moore for media assets.
chase@eaacorp.com
jmoore@dangersoup.com
www.eaacorp.com
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meets
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Firearms and ammunition can only be sold to permit holders.

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 NEWS
International Lynx Conference in Slovenia
The silent comeback of the lynx
– how hunters support lynx
conservation in Europe
For 50 years, hunters in
Slovenia have supported the
recovery and conservation
of the Eurasian lynx. On 2
March 1973, hunters and
foresters brought the first
lynx back to Slovenian forests.
The reintroduction of lynx to
Slovenia is still considered one
of the most successful efforts
in the world to return lynx to
the wild, and dedicated and
passionate hunters were key
partner to make this possible.
The experience, advice and, last
but not least, the courage of the
generation that took the fate of
the lynx in Slovenia into their
own hands, were a source of
encouragement and guidance in
the design and implementation
of the LIFE Lynx project that
started in 2017.
LIFE Lynx
LIFE Lynx project’s primary
objective is rescuing the
Dinaric-SE Alpine lynx
population from extinction
and to preserve it in the long
term. Before the start of the
project, the population was
small, isolated, and extremely
inbred. It urgently needed
reinforcement by introducing
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additional, healthy animals
from another population. The
project reinforces the Dinaric-
SE Alpine population with
lynx from the viable source
population in the Carpathians,
while maintaining high public
support.
The team is collaborating
across all EU countries
sharing this population to
develop and implement a
systematic approach to ensure
long-term viability of the
reinforced population. The
project is a good example of
joint efforts towards long term
lynx conservation between
hunters, Hunters Association
of Slovenia, foresters from
Slovenia Forest Service and
scientists from University of
Ljubljana. Hunters are key
partners in monitoring the lynx
populations and are standing
strong against illegal killing.
Last year for instance, the
Hunters Association of Slovenia
organized a three-day training
for prevention and successful
persecution of illegal killing of
wild animals for police officers.
The conference: international
exchange between hunters and
researchers
Learning from different
projects, sharing knowledge
and expanding the network
of relevant interest groups
were the main goals of this
conference. By listening to
experts from Austria, Croatia,
Germany, Italy, Slovenia and
Switzerland, participants could
learn from reintroduction
projects in Europe. In total,
FACE members from 10
different countries joined the
conference and contributed
with their experience.
Fruitful discussions about
monitoring, stakeholder
involvement and legal
enforcement were promoted
during and after the conference.
Plenty of business cards were
exchanged and FACE members
and researchers actively
planned future meetings to
further support stakeholder
involvement which will
benefit lynx conservation and
management in Europe.
Signing a networking
agreement of exchange of
information on lynx presence
With new translocations of
lynxes within the LIFE Lynx
project, we can assume the
spread of the lynx population
to Austria. For the long-term
conservation of this lynx
population, it is important that
a transboundary exchange of
information on lynx presence,
movement, abundance, and
good practices from the LIFE
Lynx project is regularly
communicated. Therefore, a
networking agreement was
signed by the president of the
Styrian Hunting Association,
the president of Hunters
Association of Slovenia and the
director of the Slovenia Forest
Service.
The signing of this document
represents a good example of
multi-institutional collaboration
and cross-border coordination
of joint lynx conservation
actions.
www.face.eu
About
FACE is the European
Federation for Hunting and
Conservation. Established
in 1977, FACE represents
the interests of Europe’s
seven million hunters as an
international non-profit-
making nongovernmental
organisation and works with
its partners on a range of
hunting-related matters, from
international conservation
agreements to local
implementation issues with
the aim of sustaining hunting
across Europe.
 NEWS

SIG SAUER EXPANDS SIG PROFESSIONAL

PROGRAM TO COMMERCIAL DEALERS

Sig Sauer is pleased to
announce the expansion of
the SIG Professional Program
(SPP) - offering discounted
pricing on select Sig Sauer
firearms to those who protect
and serve our communities
- to commercial Master and
Elite dealers.
“Until now the Sig
Professional Program has
been limited to specific
dealers, now with the
expansion of availability in
the commercial market at
Sig Master and Elite dealers,
more law enforcement,
military, first responders,
and security personnel will
have the opportunity to take
advantage of this generous
program and the benefits
it offers,” said Tom Taylor,
Chief Marketing Officer and
Executive Vice President,
Commercial Sales.
How does the Sig Professional
Program Work?
With proof of proper
credentials, any qualifying
military, law enforcement,
or security professional can
receive discounting on select
popular Sig Sauer firearms.
The program can be accessed
through commercial Master
and Elite Dealers in addition
to the current law enforcement
dealers.
The SIG Professionals Program
is open to:
• Active-duty military with an
active-duty identification
• Corrections officer (including
parole and probation officers)
• Sworn law enforcement
officers (including federal,
state, county)
• Retired law enforcement
officers with “retired”
credentials
• Retired military with retired
military identification
• Active reservists with
military identification
• Active national guard with
military identification
• Active or retired law
enforcement with official
agency credentials
• Court officers with official
agency credentials or official
documentation
• State / County / City
Coroners with official
agency credentials or official
documentation
• Full time first responders
with current credentials or
official documentation
• EMT’s, Firefighters,
Volunteer Firefighters, and
Paramedics.
www.sigsauer.com

About
Sig Sauer is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons
stations, and training. For over 250 years Sig Sauer, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering,
and Swiss precision. Today, Sig Sauer is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice
amongst the U.S. Military, the global defence community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens.
Additionally, Sig Sauer is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the Sig Sauer Academy. Headquartered in
Newington, New Hampshire, Sig Sauer has over 3,200 employees across twelve locations in three states.

LEGACY SPORTS INTERNATIONAL ADDS IRON VALLEY SUPPLY CO.

Legacy Sports International
has teamed up with Iron Valley
Supply Co. of Birmingham,
Alabama, US.
Iron Valley Supply is now
offering the new 2023 product
line up from Legacy Sports Int’l
such as the Howa Superlites,
the Pointer side by sides and
Citadel’s CP9 Pistol series, along
with the other core offerings
from the popular Legacy Sports
brands.
Born in the Iron Valley of
Birmingham, Alabama in 1923, About
Legacy Sports International is a leading importer and exporter
Iron Valley Supply Co. is a
of firearms and optics based out of Reno, Nevada. For over 20
leader in supplying the outdoor
years, Legacy Sports has supplied distribution, independent
adventure lifestyle with premier
dealers and shooting enthusiasts with quality rifles, shotguns,
products from the world’s
handguns, and optics at a superior value. Some of the top
foremost adventure brands. The
brands that Legacy Sports imports are the renowned Howa
company says that it shares the
rifles from Japan, Pointer shotguns from Turkey, Citadel brands
love of the outdoors with its
from the Philippines, Turkey and Brazil, and Nikko Sterling
customers and is honoured to be
Optics from China. Today, Legacy Sports provides over a dozen
a part of the next adventure.
of the top distributors and thousands of dealers across the
USA with quality firearms products, value pricing and strong
www.legacysports.com fulfilment which has made it the importer of choice.

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 law enforc ement & military news

Streamlight introduces Vulcan Clutch rechargeable lantern

US-based flashlight designed to assist structures.
experts, Streamlight, firefighters in a The new lantern uses
has introduced the variety of emergency three white high-power
Vulcan Clutch®, a situations, but it LEDs for extreme
rechargeable multi- also serves as a work brightness. Three
function lantern that light in industrial deep-dish parabolic
delivers 1,700 lumens environments and a reflectors produce a
and features a swivel portable scene light for tight spot beam with
neck and a 340-degree roadside assistance. It optimum peripheral
rotating head. The clamps onto guardrails, illumination to aid
new light also includes buckets, the back of in navigation, while
a versatile clamping trucks and even serves two ultra-bright blue
handle, enabling first as a roadside warning LEDs illuminate the
responders to attach beacon with its flash lantern’s taillights.
it virtually anywhere mode functionality.” On high, it delivers
to provide light in The Vulcan Clutch 1,700 lumens and
multiple directions. has a swivel neck 67,500 candelas over
“With its high- and rotating head 520 metres; on low it
power LEDs, the with hinges at the offers 380 lumens and
Vulcan Clutch provides top to provide multi- 15,000 candelas over
firefighters and first directional lighting. a 245-metre beam is fabricated from included battery.
responders with the With the head stowed, distance. Run times high-impact, super The Vulcan Clutch
bright light they the light provides a are 6.5 hours on high, tough nylon offering is IPX7-rated for
require in emergencies, 20-degree downcast 18 hours on low and exceptional durability, waterproof operation
plus it converts from beam for footpath 25 hours in signalling and its rotating head to one metre for 30
a handheld lantern lighting. The flash flash mode. is constructed from minutes. It also is
to a multi-function mode easily marks Powered by a high-grade aluminium, impact-resistant tested
light that clamps entrances and exits rechargeable 7.4V encased in super to two metres.
virtually anywhere or draws attention to 5.2Ahr lithium-ion tough nylon. The light Available in
to accommodate hazards when activated. battery, the Vulcan features an unbreakable international safety
situations where both Its rubberised, Clutch fully charges polycarbonate lens orange and safety
hands are needed,” said cushion-grip clamping in 5 hours. Its quick with a scratch-resistant yellow, the Vulcan
Michael F. Dineen, handle enables users to install charge rack fits coating and a sealed Clutch comes with
Streamlight’s Chief attach the lantern to the same footprint as gasket. It measures Streamlight’s Limited
Revenue Officer. virtually any surface, other lanterns in the 23.85cm long, 11.68cm Lifetime Warranty.
“This two-in-one including ladders, Litebox®, Vulcan® and wide and 16.26cm
light with its clamp- doors, windows, motor Vulcan® 180 series. high, and weighs +1 800 523 7488
on functionality is vehicles, and other The lantern’s housing only 1288g with the www.streamlight.com

Speer to Provide Ammunition to

the New York Police Department
Speer Ammunition was recently awarded
the New York Police Department
(NYPD) 9mm duty and training handgun
ammunition contract for Speer 124-grain
Gold Dot. The duty handgun contract
with the largest law enforcement agency
in the United States will supply this
agency for up to five years with an
expected quantity of several million
rounds.
“We are excited to report the NYPD
once again chose Speer Gold Dot 9mm
124-grain +P as their ammunition of
choice,” said Speer’s Senior Director
of Law Enforcement Ammunition
Sales, Hal Price. “The approximate
36,000 officers will use this ammunition
exclusively for duty and training. We
are proud of this contract win, and we
are excited to have the opportunity to
continue to work with the NYPD.” The
partnership with Speer and NYPD, one
of the country’s most recognizable, oldest,
and prestigious law enforcement agencies,
began in 2001.
Speer Gold Dot has set an industry
benchmark for both self-defence and duty
use, earning the trust of consumers and
law enforcement world-wide. The bullet
features a pressure-formed lead core that
is bonded to an extremely uniform jacket
a single atom at a time that virtually
eliminates separation on impact for
more retained weight and consistent
penetration depths. The Gold Dot
hollow-point design expands consistently
through a full range of barriers. Reliable
ignition and cycling are delivered thanks
to sealed primers and nickel-plated brass.
“The use of Gold Dot technology
in this contract ammunition ensures
the highest performance threshold and
absolute confidence in performance,”
continued Price. “We are extremely
pleased with this prestigious contract
award. It validates the high level of
trust that our national law enforcement
agencies have with our extremely reliable
and innovative ammunition.”
www.speer.com

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FinniSh And SwediSh deFence
ForceS to AcQuire A Joint rAnGe
oF FireArmS From SAko ltd
The Finnish and Swedish Defence Forces
have signed a framework agreement for a
joint range of firearms with Sako Ltd at the
Sako factory in Riihimäki.
The agreement was signed by Major
General Jari Mikkonen, Director of
the Finnish Defence Forces Logistics
Command on behalf of the Finnish
Minister of Defence, by Brigadier
General Jonas Lotsne, Director of Land
Systems at the Swedish Defence Materiel
Administration (FMV) and, on behalf of
Sako Ltd, by Raimo Karjalainen, CEO and
Member of the Board and Dott. Franco
Gussalli Beretta, Chairman of the Board.
“We very much appreciate the agreement
and thank the Swedish and Finnish
Defence Forces for the good cooperation
with Sako Ltd. and the trust they have
placed in us. With this agreement, Sako
Ltd. will return to being a manufacturer of
semi-automatic and automatic weapons,”
says Raimo Karjalainen, CEO and Member
of the Board of Sako Ltd.
In the first phase, Finland will acquire
assault rifles and personal protective
weapons for field tests.
“The framework agreement between
the Finnish Defence Forces Logistics
Command, the Swedish Defence Materiel
Administration and Sako Ltd for the
procurement of firearms is a continuation
of decades of cooperation between the
Defence Forces and Sako Ltd. The future
range of firearms is being prepared to
gradually replace the Defence Forces’
current assault rifles, self-loading sniper
rifles and heavy sniper rifles. The Defence
Forces are preparing to phase out the
current weapon systems in stages, which
will ensure a controlled and cost-effective
phase-out of the current system,” says
Major General Jari Mikkonen, Director
of the Finnish Defence Forces Logistics
Command.
At the same occasion, Sweden made
its first serial procurement of assault rifles
and personal protective weapons through
the framework agreement. The number of
weapons being purchased by Sweden is
considerable. The first agreement will cover
firearms worth approximately SEK875
million (€78million).
“The signed agreement will have a
significant impact on the growth of Sako’s
business and on the defence and security
of supply of both countries. Sako Ltd’s
products ensure that both the Finnish and
Swedish Defence Forces will have state-of-
the-art products to ensure the security of
their countries. The agreement will have a
major impact in the long term and will have
a significant impact on employment at Sako.
Already at this stage, the project involves
several dozen professionals who have shown
excellent commitment and dedication to the
project. In addition to new jobs, the project
will also have a significant impact on new
investments and Sako’s subcontractors. We
are very grateful to Beretta Holding, the
owner of the company, which has placed
its trust in our company and created the
conditions for Sako to participate in the
realisation of this contract,” continues
Raimo Karjalainen, CEO and Member of
the Board of Sako Ltd.
The Swedish Defence Materiel
Administration ‘s procurement at this stage
covers 5.56x45 and 7.62x51 calibre assault
rifles, 7.62x51 calibre sniper rifles and the
.338 Lapua Magnum (8.6mm).
“The agreement will affect virtually all
Swedish Defence Forces personnel, who
will in the long term have access to new
modern weapons. We are now taking a
big step towards replacing virtually all the
weapons in our armed forces and that is
very gratifying,” says Jonas Lotsne, Director
of Land Systems at the Swedish Defence
Materiel Administration FMV.

Aimpoint awarded British Armed Forces contract

Aimpoint, the leading
manufacturer and innovator
of red dot sighting technology,
has been awarded a seven-year
framework contract within the
Support Weapons Enhanced
Sighting Systems (SWESS)
programme for the British
Armed Forces, via its exclusive
UK distributor Edgar Brothers.
Aimpoint will supply both
the FCS13-RE Fire Control
System with the TH-60
thermal clip-on for SWESS-
Heavy Mature Project and the
CompM4 sight combined with
ballistic adjustable mounts and
3X Magnifiers for SWESS-
Light Battlesight Project.
The FCS13-RE is a direct
view, Dynamic Universal
Reflex Sight, which utilises an
integrated laser range finder
and ballistic computer to give
the Operator an aiming point
corrected for range, type of
munition, terrain angle, and
environmental conditions. In
addition to the 84mm Carl
Gustaf, the system can be
utilised on other crew-served
weapons including 40mm high
velocity grenade launchers, and
12.7mm (.50 calibre) heavy
machine guns. The FCS13-
RE provides a very high
probability of first-shot hit on
both stationary and moving
targets at extended ranges and
utilises a very intuitive User
control interface. The system
can be enhanced with modular
magnification and thermal
imaging components and is
compatible with all generations
of military night vision
equipment.
The CompM4, in
combination with SPUHR
Ballistic Adjustable Mount
(BAM) and 3X Mag-1, is a
combat proven sighting solution
for 5.56mm and 7.62mm
lightweight and medium
machine guns. The configuration
allows for mechanical bullet
drop compensation at various
distances and combines the
benefits of a rugged red dot
sight with magnification
for engagements at longer
distances.
The selection of the Aimpoint
sighting solutions followed
extensive tests and evaluations
conducted by the UK MOD.
All optics will be supplied
through Aimpoint’s exclusive
UK distributor, Edgar Brothers,
to the British Armed Forces.
“We at Aimpoint are
extremely proud to be awarded
these contracts by the UK
MOD,” says Erik Jeppsson,
Marketing Director, Aimpoint
“The addition of these
systems to the British troops
will greatly increase their
lethality on the battlefield and
the ability to place first round
hits with any heavy support
weapon will be a game changer,”
says Magnus Andersson,
Director FCS, Aimpoint.

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 NORTH CAROLINA’S
LEGISLATURE HAS
OPPORTUNITY TO
RIGHT A WRONG
By Larry Keane, SVP for Government & Public Affairs, Assistant Secretary and General Counsel, NSSF.
N
orth Carolina’s
General Assembly
is at a decision
point. It can vote
to override Gov. Roy Cooper’s
veto of a bill to repeal a Jim
Crow-era law requiring a
permit-to-purchase a pistol.
Or it can allow the governor’s
appeasement of special interest
gun control groups to keep
a law, rooted in racism, in
place. This law was designed
to deprive North Carolinians
of their Second Amendment
rights, especially African
Americans.
Gov. Cooper vetoed North
Carolina’s Senate Bill 41.
That’s legislation that would
repeal the state’s outdated
requirement for citizens to
obtain a pistol purchase permit
from their local sheriff before
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they could legally purchase
a handgun from a federally
licensed firearm retailer. Given
the advances in technology and
the background check process,
a permit-to-purchase a pistol
is redundant and unnecessary.
The FBI’s National Instant
Criminal Background Check
System (NICS) provides an
almost instant and up-to-date
background check for firearm
retailers on those customers
wishing to purchase a firearm.
The NICS system is used
across the country to verify
that firearms sold at retail are
only transferred to those in
good standing with the law.
Century-old discriminatory
law
North Carolina’s permit-to-
purchase law is 104 years old,
enacted in 1919. The law
requires county sheriffs to
approve permits for handgun
buyers to obtain and undergo
a background check. It also
requires sheriffs to evaluate a
“good moral character.”
That subjective requirement is
problematic
“(The law) was actually
facilitated for the denial
of handguns to African
Americans,” said state Sen.
Jim Perry, one of the bill’s
sponsors.
He explained that when the
laws were enacted in 1919,
in order to obtain a handgun
permit, a sheriff would
have to declare a person as
of “good moral character,”
according to The Daily Tar
Heel.
“That’s too much arbitrary
power for anyone to have,”
Perry said.
That subjective
requirement is also
Constitutionally specious.
The U.S. Supreme Court’s
Bruen decision struck down
New York’s concealed carry
permitting law that relied
on authorities evaluating
character. Gov. Cooper
relied on the state’s ability
to evaluate character when
he vetoed the legislation
repealing the state’s pistol
permitting requirements.
The governor’s statement
claimed that sheriffs need to
be able “refuse a permit based
on signs of mental illness,
domestic abuse incidents that
might not be captured in a
national database, or other

indicators that a person could
be a danger to themselves or
others.”
FBI NICS
That’s a red herring. There
are systems in place for
that. Those adjudicated
as mentally defective by a
court are listed as prohibited
individuals by FBI NICS.
The same applies to
domestic abusers. Keeping
the permitting scheme in
place actually makes North
Carolina less safe because
the permits are active for five
years. That means someone
who receives a permit and
later subsequently commits a
crime that would make them
prohibited from purchasing
a firearm would still have
the permit. The FBI NICS
checks that buyer each and
every time a purchase is
attempted.
N.C. Sheriffs want change
North Carolina’s Sheriffs
Association Executive Vice
President and General
Counsel Eddie Caldwell told
media in 2021 that advances
made by the FBI NICS
caused them to support
repealing the antiquated
permit-to-purchase system.
“Now that those
records are uploaded, the
[National Instant Criminal
Background] check and the
pistol permit are duplicative,”
he said.
Senate Bill 41 would
do more to protect North
Carolina communities.
The legislation would
require state agencies to
educate the public about
the importance of the safe
storage of firearms and to
facilitate the distribution
of gun locks. That is an
initiative the firearm industry
supports. NSSF’s Project
ChildSafe® has distributed
over 40 million free firearm
safety kits, including locking
devices in partnership with
15,000 law enforcement
agencies in all 50 states and
five U.S. territories.
The state’s Department
of Public Safety would
be required to publish
information on safe firearm
storage methods and how
to obtain storage devices,
efforts supported by the
firearm industry. That
education would also include
nssf
suicide prevention education,
another initiative supported
by NSSF. The firearm
industry partnered with the
American Foundation for
Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
to provide educational
materials to firearm retailers
and ranges to have a “brave
conversation” and prevent
suicides.
North Carolina’s legislature
can show the governor what
true gun safety looks like
by overriding Gov. Cooper’s
veto of Senate Bill 41. These
are Real Solutions® This
legislation protects Second
Amendment rights and
improves the state’s efforts to
keep communities safe.
www.nssf.org
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 FEATUR E

GAMO UNVEILS
FEATURE-PACKED
VIPER PRO

Spanish air rifle expert, Gamo, has brought a fresh

product to market in the shape of the Viper Pro 10X
GEN3 – a ten-shot, auto-loading break barrel with speed
and power at its heart. Gun Trade World discovers more
about this exciting new release.

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“U
nprecedented speed and
power,” is how the excited
Gamo team describe the
key selling points of the
company’s new air rifle.
“Unparalleled performance,” was another
description used when the Gun Trade World
team sat down with the Gamo staff at the recent
IWA OutdoorClassics show in Germany.
Gamo has a rich history in the manufacturing
of air rifles, it’s first came to market in 1961 and
since then the company has grown to become
the largest airgun manufacturer in Europe. Since
the company began exporting in 1963 shooters
in over 50 countries enjoy using Gamo’s range of
products.
Offering smoother operation and improved
accuracy for an unprecedented shooting
experience, the Viper Pro 10X GEN3i includes
the patent-pending 10X GEN3i Technology
with Gamo’s revolutionary new horizontal
inertial fed magazine integration, making it
lighter, more compact, and low profile. The
magazine indexes using the inertial force from
the recoil of the air rifle – creating a smoother
and more precise breech-loading process. This
air rifle features a new stock that combines
a traditional hunting stock design with the
automotive grade glass filled nylon materials.
Forearm, grip, and cheek piece are non-slip
texturised.
Key Technologies
Whisper Maxxim
The Whisper Maxxim features two noise
dampening chambers, offering a quieter
performance as well as an improved muzzle
break design. The new muzzle break helps
reduce the recoil and is also integrated with the
bull barrel. This new technology results in a
lightweight, fluted, polymer/steel rifled barrel,
integrating one of the latest sound-suppression
technologies from Gamo. The Whisper Maxxim
takes less space than the Whisper, keeping a
better weight balance while making the air rifle
quieter.
Key Specifications
Calibre: 4.5 and 5.5 Power (Joules): 24J Velocity: 386 m/s (4.5) - 268 m/s (5.5) Action: Multishot 3rd Gen
Silencer: Whisper MaxximPowerplant: IGT Mach 1 Trigger: CAT Trigger lock: Yes
Optics: This air rifle includes a 4X32WR Scope Rail: RRR Length: 114cm
Magazine: One magazine included, also sold separately as an accessory
GAMO
IGT MACH 1
Based off the ground-breaking IGT platform,
the IGT MACH 1 replaces the standard spring
power plant with an Inert Gas Cylinder, but the
IGT MACH 1’s monster 33-millimeter cylinder
delivers more velocity and terminal penetration.
The pneumatic cylinder rockets pellets up to
1420 Feet Per Second (fps) in .177 calibre (with
PBA Platinum Ammo), and promotes smooth
and consistent cocking efforts with constant
power delivered to any pellet you shoot. If you
want: More Precision, Less Vibration and True
Knock Down Power. Make sure your next Gamo
has the IGT MACH 1 inside.
C AT
The revolutionary C.A.T. (Custom Action
Trigger) enables Gamo air rifle owners to
independently adjust the 1st and 2nd stages of
their trigger to tailor the trigger pull and crispness
to their personal preference. Simply loosen the
1st stage adjustment screw and the trigger travel
increases. If a shorter travel length is desired just
tighten the same screw to decrease the 1st Stage
travel length. The 2nd Stage Adjustment is made
just as easily – unscrew the adjustment setting to
increase the 2nd Stage travel length or decrease it
by screwing in the same adjustment point.
RRR
Gamo, pioneering the latest air gun technology,
delivers the ground-breaking Triple R (Recoil
Reducing Rail). The RRR was developed to
subdue the taxing stresses placed on your scope
from the intense recoil of air guns and high-
powered rifles. The Recoil Reducing Rail uses
patent pending two-piece aluminium construction
separated by dual polymer struts to absorb the
shockwaves generated by the recoil. Once the
scope is mounted to the Recoil Reducing Rail,
the recoil stresses to its internal components are
reduced by almost 100 per cent. Hunters demand:
Scope Reliability, Reduced Vibration and Dead on
Accuracy. The Triple R (Recoil Reducing Rail) –
Preserve Your Scope’s Lifetime for the Next Time.
www.gamo.com
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 FEATUR E

C Z 457 Varmint Synthetic

CZ EXCITES THE
TRADE AT IWA
OUTDOORCLASSICS
2023
Ceska zbrojovka (CZ) showed off its latest develops at the recent IWA OutdoorClassics
exhibition – a cross-section of firearms from its current portfolio were presented, which
included several new and exciting products.

CZ Scorpion Evo 3 S1

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T
he main product on display, which dominated the
graphics at the CZ stand, was the new CZ TS 2 Orange
sport special. Chambered in 9 × 19 and 40 S&W, the CZ
TS 2 is primarily designed for competing in the IPSC
Standard division. The fundamental difference between
this new model and other existing models in the CZ TS 2 series, as
well as all other pistols from CZ, is its heavy polished bull barrel.
This new barrel contributes to higher accuracy, smoother handling
when shooting, maximum accuracy when firing fast, repetitive
shots and an increased service life. The CZ TS 2 Orange had an
extremely impressive debut at the 2022 IPSC Handgun World
Shoot, where Kahlil Adrian Viray, a Filipino member of the CZ
Shooting Team, used this model to win three gold medals in the
Standard division – Overall category, Junior category and as a
member of the Filipino men’s team.
Fresh rimfire release
A welcomed addition to the long gun segment in 2023 is the
CZ 457 Varmint Synthetic rimfire rifle, whose creation was a result
of customer demand. It combines the main advantages of two
existing models in this successful series – the CZ 457 Varmint and
the CZ 457 Synthetic – resulting in a very accurate 22 LR or 17
HMR calibre firearm with increased resistance to adverse weather
conditions. It’s a great choice for sport shooting and hunting at
medium to longer distances.
New Scorpion announcement
In 2023, the 22 LR calibre CZ Scorpion Evo 3 S1 and CZ
Scorpion Evo 3 S1 Carbine models will be added to the CZ
portfolio. These two new additions to the internationally popular
family of semi-automatic firearms in the pistol calibre category
retain all of the main benefits found in the CZ Scorpion Evo
3 series, plus the added advantages of minimal recoil, partially
reduced weight and virtually zero bore wear. With these firearms in
hand, experienced shooters can fully concentrate on achieving the
most accurate shots possible, while beginners can more easily and
quickly learn how to properly handle them.
In addition to the cross-section of CZ firearms presented at
IWA OutdoorClassics 2023, a selection of revolvers and pistols
from CZ’s new sister brand Colt were also on display.
Meeting the team
Apart from the firearms themselves, visitors who came to the CZ
stand could also meet and speak with CZ Product Managers and
CZ Presenters. And as an added bonus, visitors were treated to
three special guests who were also at the stand – three current
CZ
world champions from the recent 2022 IPSC Handgun World
Shoot in Thailand and members of the CZ Shooting Team: Eric
Grauffel (9-time World Champion), Ljubisa Momcilovic and
Kahlil Adrian Viray (3-time World Champion). These phenomenal
shooters were happy to speak with visitors, answer their questions
and give autographs to their fans.
The CZ stand also featured an interactive area where visitors
could use their imagination to “build” a firearm in accordance
with their wants and needs using the CZ Configurator. In fact,
customers can configure their own dream firearm in the exact same
way in a total of seven countries: Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria,
France, Germany, Poland and the USA. Since 1st March, the CZ
Configurator now offers the CZ Bren 2 Ms semi-automatic rifle as
one of the models that can be configured online.
Press Conference
On the first day of IWA OutdoorClassics 2023, CZ held a press
conference for professional journalists, which was opened by CZ
Sales Director Petr Pistelak. Afterwards, Eric Grauffel introduced
the new CZ TS 2 ORANGE sport special, spoke about the main
benefits of the CZ Shadow 2 Orange pistol, with which he won
his ninth world championship title at the 2022 IPSC Handgun
World Shoot, talked about the ongoing cooperation between
CZ and the IPSC, and shared a few updates about the new, and
already successful, EG-CZ Academy – a new multifunctional
sport shooting facility in France that’s a joint project between Eric
and CZ. Product Manager Ondrej Supka then introduced new
models in the long gun portfolio, which consisted of new calibres
for models in the CZ 600 centrefire rifle series and the new CZ
457 Varmint Synthetic rimfire rifle. He was followed by Product
Manager Jakub Mahdal, who gave a presentation about the new
22 LR calibre CZ Scorpion Evo 3 S1 and CZ Scorpion Evo 3 S1
Carbine models. The conference was then closed by Jan Gibek,
Head of CZ Cyber Sales, who presented the CZ Configurator.
See you next year!
The CZ stand received a lot of attention during the four-day
exhibition and was constantly filled with visitors from the
professional public. We’re extremely happy that such interest was
shown in our stand and greatly appreciate the opportunity we were
given to meet our customers and supporters in person.
CZ is already looking forward to the upcoming 50th edition of
IWA OutdoorClassics, which will take place at the Nuremberg
Exhibition Centre from 29th February to 3rd March 2024.
www.czub.cz
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 FEATUR E
Lumineq aims to
stand out
Lumineq, the Finnish transparent display company, offers manufacturers a high-performance
display to allow their scopes to jump out from the crowd, as Gun Trade World discovers.
A
lthough founded
in 2021, the
infrastructure
and experts
behind Lumineq
Oy have a strong history
in display technology.
Lumineq transparent
displays are based on Thin
Film Electroluminescent
Display technology, which
has been known for decades.
The development and
manufacturing of TFEL
displays started in the 1980s
by Lohja Oy in Espoo,
Finland, under the Finlux
brand. The business was
sold to Planar systems in
1992 and then to Beneq in
2012. Beneq continued to
develop TFEL technology
under the Lumineq brand
and introduced a transparent
variant of the technology.
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In 2021, the group company
considered it necessary to
establish Lumineq Oy as an
independent company, under
its parent company, Beneq
Group Oy, to solely focus on
its transparent display business,
strengthen its own brand, and
serve its customers better. In
the October of 2021 Petri
Schroderus was appointed
President of Lumineq and it
was announced that Beneq
Group Oy will have full
ownership of the subsidiary,
providing services and financial
support.
“The new arrangement will
clarify structure, improve
business focus and enhance
leadership,” said Jukka
Nieminen, CEO of Beneq
Group.
“Beneq will continue its
accelerated global growth in
semiconductor ALD and other
advanced ALD applications,
while Lumineq continues to
focus on opportunities within
the automotive and optical
segments, supplying the most
transparent displays in the
world,” Nieminen said.
Fast-forward to 2023 and
the company is quickly gaining
traction with scope and night
vision device customers. Its 75
members of staff are working
hard to grow the brand globally
and produce recticle displays
for the growing scope and
night vision scope markets.
“We already have leading
scope and night vision device
customers who believe in
our technology and worked
closely with us for their
product development,” says
Jere Manninen, Head of Sales,
Lumineq.
Key technology
The Lumineq display
technology stands out from
the crowd in a number of ways.
Firstly, the company provides
a simplified solution – its
emissive transparent display
technology can be placed
directly to the line of sight,
meaning no projection system
is needed.
The optical quality is
excellent, with over 90 per cent
of transmission and for devices
with high magnification or
scopes with first focal plane
reticles, the graphic content
can go down to 4µm details.
When it comes to durability
the inorganic and solid-state
structure makes it immune
to environmental factors
like humidity, temperature,
shock, and vibration. The
displays also work in all

Glass-etched
reticle layer
lighting conditions, with a
wide adjustable brightness
range from daytime to low
light at night and even image
intensification.
Low power consumption
and their fully customisable
nature make the Lumineq
displays an exciting
proposition for scope
manufacturers.
Full customised
Most customers prefer to use
customised displays as they
want to differentiate their
design from the competition.
“We do have a standard
mass production-ready reticle
display ELT119S-RETICLE
that is popular for evaluation,
prototyping and even as a
base for a customised display,”
says Ying Xiong, Head of
Marketing, Lumineq Oy. “It
When segments
are lit up
offers a good combination
of glass etched reticle and
self-emitting display reticle,
ensuring that the reticle works
at any conditions.”
Looking for growth
Right now Lumineq works
with companies in the US,
Europe, India, Japan, South
Korea and China and is
particulary excited about
its reticle displays for FFP
riflescopes because it’s the only
technology in the market right
now to support complex reticle
designs for FFP riflescopes.
Despite being a new
company Lumineq would like
to become a market leader
in offering dynamic reticle
solutions for riflescopes,
rangefinders, and night vision
devices.
“We provide a competitive
technology to empower those
manufacturers to provide
line-of-sight dynamic reticles
without sacrificing the optical
quality or reliability of the
scopes,’ says Ying.
“There are a handful of
scope manufacturers in the
process of evaluating our
technology and prototyping.
We have great confidence that
many will go further to mass
production within five years.
“Most of our products are
exported outside of Finland.
We see a great potential
growth in all markets,
including US, Europe and
Asia,” concludes Ying.
About
Lumineq Oy is an expert
in cutting-edge transparent
display technology, serving
optical device and vehicle
LUMINEQ
manufacturers with the
world’s most transparent
displays.
Lumineq transparent
displays can be integrated
into optical products such as
scopes, night vision devices
and range finders, bringing
dynamic information to the
line of sight, enabling guided
operations and improving
situational awareness for
users. Lumineq transparent
displays offer a robust heads-
up-display (HUD) solution
and enable vehicle makers
to convert idle glazing into
usable information displays
with optional touch capability.
Lumineq Oy as part of
Beneq Group Oy has been
innovating new display
technology since 1984.
www.lumineq.com
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PIROSPORT
MOUNTS LOOKING
FOR STRONG SALES
Pirosport, the Dutch-based long-range rifle specialist, has a new addition to its
range – the Hyperion Tac Adjustable Scope Mount. Gun Trade World spoke with
owner, Pim De Waard to find out more.
A
ll of Pirosports’ creations are
heavily field-tested before being
released and the Hyperion Tac
Adjustable Scope Mount is no
different.
“I’d like to thank the professional testers
for taking the time out to trial the Hyperion
Tac Adjustable Scope Mount to discover
if i t is capable of suiting their professional
needs,” says Pim de Waard, Owner,
Pirosport.
“I have already taken the liberty to change
the levers for screws with heavy recoil
and professional use in mind,” says Pim.
“The aforementioned screws can also be
loosened/tightened with the supplied hex
key.”
The mount has a minimum of 40 MOA
and a maximum of 200 MOA pre-set
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installed. Should your customers’ want to
alter this to their own preference, they can
do so. For smaller calibres the levers can be
re-installed, however Pim advises that, for
heavy use, the current set up is best.
Also available is a mounting bracket as
well as (modular) rails so extra accessories
can be added to suit each shooter’s personal
preference.
Furthermore, a new version called the
Hyperion THD (Tactical Heavy Duty) is
being produced as we speak.
“The THD version is almost the same
but uses accessible bolts to ensure a
tight(er) grip on the mount base and thus
maintaining a zero or added elevation,” says
Pim.
“This modification was done with
heavy recoil and heavy duty use in mind
Hyperion Tac
Adjustable Scope
Mount
despite the fact that the system was able to
maintain a zero on an M82A1 Barret in .50
BMG.
“Should you have an interest in my scope
mount design I would of course be willing
to supply you one for further evaluation and
testing. I am quite convinced it would suit
your needs better than the current version.
Nonetheless the supplied version should
also be able to give you an idea about its
capabilities and (added) options.”
The Hyperion TAC and the newer model
Hyperion THD have an adjustment range
from 0 to 210 MOA or 60 Milradians.
Dutch Long Arms
As well as Prisport, Pim also runs a separate
brand called Dutch Long Arms, specialising
in long range rifles. The Ascalon is one of

Hyperion THD
the key models within the range, here, Pim
describes the significant characteristics of
the rifle.
“On top of the innovative bolt design, I
took the below matters into consideration
and came up with following…”
Tolerances
A lot of time and effort is taken into
chambering Ascalon barrels. In fact, with
the larger calibres a collaboration with my
favourite South African bullet magician
(Alliwyn Oberholster) is often the case.
Obviously Ascalon’s are not designed to only
shoot Peregrines, but I often pick Alliwyn’s
brain to decide on tolerances, throat angles
and land/groove dimensions. Not to mention
twist rates and bullet weights. The bolt also
runs tightly in its action, but not too tight.
Too often I have seen shooters having to
end their game due to a stuck bolt. However,
the placement of where the trigger engages
the firing pin is placed halfway of the bolt
whereas conventional bolt actions engage the
firing pin at the rear. This ensures the bolt
to stay level and thus not slightly diagonal
(as with conventional actions) when the
firing pin engages the trigger. Furthermore,
the Ascalon bolt is equipped with a floating
and replaceable bolt head. This too ensures
proper cartridge alignment, but also gives
the option of using more than one calibre.
The Ascalon XL can use cartridges from
.308 to .408 and the soon available Ascalon
XXL is even capable of firing cartridges up
to .50 BMG.
PIROSPORT
“I’d like to
thank the
professional
testers for
taking the time
out to trial the
Hyperion Tac
Adjustable
Scope Mount
to discover if
it is capable of
suiting their
professional
needs.”
Rigidity aftermarket possibilities. However, Ascalon
Okay, so that huge chunk of metal between rifles are standard equipped with Bix’n
the barrel and the action is not just there Andy triggers from Austria. Simply one of
because I had some spare metal in my the best triggers on the market. By the way,
workshop. It is in fact the heart of the these triggers are without a safety. As can
Ascalon and ensures the rigidity of the be seen Ascalon rifles only know a safety
entire system. Yes, it also acts as a recoil to be engaged by moving the Bolt upward.
lug, a way to easily swap barrels and a We all know only to load a round in a
safety measure, but more importantly it safe direction and keeping the bolt handle
enables the Ascalon to hold extremely upwards is by far the safest way to secure a
thick, 40-inch-long barrels in place with no rifle since it is impossible for it to go off in
trouble at all and thus creating a very rigid that condition.
but also heavy system.
Lock time
The stock A short as possible lock time is achieved
The design of the Ascalon is actually more by a strong firing pin spring, a light body,
or less “stockless”. On top of the action a short travel and the fact that the trigger
(and connected to the barrel block) is engages the trigger half-way on the bolt
a rail to hold (and elevate) scopes and eliminating the need for long springs and
underneath is only a sort of housing for strikers.
the trigger mechanism and something to
attach your grip to. Both also help direct The brake
the recoil through the two rods (mounted All Ascalon’s are equipped with in-house
above and underneath the action) towards designed brakes that do what they are
the shoulder piece and eventually the supposed to. They reduce recoil to what
shoulder. However, without revealing too we believe is the utmost minimum. My
many secrets this is also done in such a still intact shoulder and eyebrow can
manner that heavy calibres are a lot easier testify that we managed to make them
on the shooters shoulder. Finally, it is work.
designed in such a way that the shooter is
able to comfortably lie behind it for long
+31-641402038
periods of time.
info@pirosport.nl
The trigger shoot@dutchlongarms.com
I intentionally chose to use Rem 700 www.pirosport.nl
style triggers since these have the largest www.dutchlongarms.com
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 GR EAT GEAR

KNIVES FOR LAW

ENFORCEMENT
As a law enforcement officer, having the right tools is crucial to your performance on duty,
as well as your personal safety. One of the most important tools to have on your duty belt
is a knife – a good knife can help you in a variety of situations, from cutting seat belts to
defending yourself in close-quarters combat. Here, we take a closer look at knives for law
enforcement and provide insights on what to look for when choosing a knife.
TYPES OF KNIVES to carry. Multi-tool knives are knives Carbon steel is a strong and durable
There are many different types of knives that also have other tools, such as pliers, material that is easy to sharpen. However,
available for law enforcement officers. screwdrivers, and saws. These knives can it can be prone to rust and corrosion.
Some of the most common types are be very useful for law enforcement officers Titanium is a lightweight and strong
folders, fixed blades, and multi-tools. who need to perform a variety of tasks. material that is resistant to corrosion.
Folding knives are one of the most popular However, it can be more expensive than
types of knives for law enforcement. BLADE SHAPE, MATERIAL AND LENGTH other materials. Ceramic blades are very
They are easy to carry and can be opened The material that a knife blade is made sharp and lightweight. However, they are
quickly with one hand. Folding knives of is an important factor to consider also brittle and can be prone to breaking.
come in a variety of blade shapes and sizes, when choosing a knife. Some of the The shape of a knife blade can also be
so you can choose one that fits your needs. most common materials include stainless an important factor to consider. Drop
Fixed blade knives are another popular steel, carbon steel, titanium, and ceramic. point blades have a curved edge that
option for law enforcement officers. They Stainless steel is a popular material for drops down towards the point of the
are more durable than folding knives and knife blades because it is durable and knife. This shape is good for general-
can be used for heavier tasks. However, resists corrosion. However, it can be more purpose tasks. Tanto blades have a
they are also larger and more difficult difficult to sharpen than other materials. straight edge and a sharp point. This

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shape is good for piercing and can
also be used for self-defence. Clip
point blades have a straight edge that
curves up towards the point of the
knife. This shape is good for slicing
and can also be used for detail work.
The length of a knife blade is also
an important factor to consider when
choosing a knife for law enforcement.
Blade lengths between 2.5 and 3.5
inches are ideal for general-purpose
tasks. Blade lengths between 3.5 and
4.5 inches are ideal for heavier tasks,
such as cutting through seatbelts.
Blade lengths over 4.5 inches should
only be used in situations where a
longer blade is necessary, such as
search and rescue operations.
HANDLE MATERIAL
The material that a knife handle is
made of can affect its durability and
grip. Some common handle materials
are G10, aluminium, micarta and
carbon-fibre. G10 is a lightweight
and durable material that provides a
good grip even when wet. Aluminium
is a lightweight and strong material
Choosing the right knife for
law enforcement can be a
difficult decision.
that is also corrosion resistant.
Micarta is a durable and lightweight
material that provides a good grip
even when wet. Carbon-fibre is a
lightweight and strong material that
is also corrosion resistant.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS
Before purchasing a knife for law
enforcement, it’s important to be
aware of the legal considerations in
your area. Some countries or regions
for example have laws regulating the
type of knives or the blade length
of knives that can be carried by law
enforcement officers. So, make sure
to check your department’s knife
policy before purchasing one for duty.
Always use a knife in a way that is
consistent with your department’s
policies and procedures.
TRAINING
Knife training is an important part of
law enforcement training, especially
for those who carry a knife on their
duty belt. Proper training can help
officers use their knives safely and
KNIVES FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT
effectively in a variety of situations,
from cutting through seatbelts during
a vehicle rescue to defending against
an armed assailant. Before officers
can use a knife effectively, they
must first master basic knife skills.
This includes learning how to safely
deploy and retract the blade, how to
hold and grip the knife, and how to
use the blade to make different types
of cuts. What’s more, a knife can
be a valuable tool for self-defence,
but officers must know how to
use it properly in these situations.
Defensive tactics training can help
officers learn how to effectively use
a knife in close quarters combat
situations, including how to disarm
an assailant. Like all aspects of law
enforcement training, knife training
should be scenario-based. Officers
should be exposed to a variety of
situations in which a knife may be
necessary, such as vehicle rescues,
building searches, and defensive
situations. Proper maintenance and
care of a knife is essential to ensuring
that it is always ready for use.
Officers should be trained on how to
clean, sharpen, and store their knives,
as well as how to identify when a
knife is no longer safe to use. Overall,
knife training is an important
component of law enforcement
training, and officers who carry a
knife should receive thorough and
ongoing training to ensure that they
can use this tool safely and effectively
in a variety of situations.
CONCLUSION
Choosing the right knife for law
enforcement can be a difficult
decision, but by considering factors
such as blade material, blade shape,
handle material, blade length, legal
considerations, and training, you
can make an informed decision that
will help keep you safe on duty.
Remember to always use your knife in
a safe and responsible manner. With
the right knife and training, you can
be confident in your ability to handle
any situation that comes your way. GTW
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 spotlight

THe RiGHT knives FOR YOU

trusted companions, always at the ready. Knives are one of those everyday essential
tools you never leave home without. And when you do leave home without, you’ll
always encounter a chore where you would have needed one, or at least wanted one by
your side. from those compact by design and safe to carry, to full-size fixed blades and
cu�ing tools, having a cu�ing tool around makes life a lot easier, whether it is around
the house, at work or out and about. therefore, it makes perfect sense for every shooting
and hunting shop to offer an elaborate range of knives and sharpeners.
CUtting tools oF the tRADe they are made in one piece with the tang What’s more, many contemporary knife
Knives come in many forms, shapes, and running right through the handle, they designs now feature opening devices to
sizes. Folding knives with, or without are however a lot stronger than folding enable users to open their folding knives
various locking mechanisms, all numbers knives. Evidently with their greater with just one hand, adding to yet more
of blades and integrated tools, fixed-blade strength and size, these fixed-blade knives versatile, safe, and efficient use.
can tackle much heavier-duty tasks than Contrary to what is commonly said,
knives in all sizes, numerous blade shapes,
folding knives. This makes them essential less is not always more. Especially not
blade materials… make for a very crowded
for heavy-duty tasks up to and including when talking about folding knives. These
product offering indeed. The type of knife
dispatching and butchering large game come in all sorts of flavours, from single-
that makes for a useful addition to your
animals, cutting firewood... to multi-blade while not forgetting
toolkit as a boxcutter, will not make for an
With a blade hinged between the intricate types such as Swiss army knives
ideal butchering knife. General use knives, grips, folding knives are safe to carry, and multi-tools. Obviously single-blade
multi-tools, hunting and fishing knives, gun relatively compact, light and suited for knives are best liked for their simplicity
tools, tactical knives, all are categories with a variety of general-purpose tasks. In and compact size, although most lack the
very specific properties. their simplest form folding knives do not ability to tackle multiple purposes. Multi-
feature a locking mechanism, limiting blade knives tend to have two or more
FiXeD AnD FolDing their versatility. With knives featuring a similarly sized blades, each with a specific
Fixed-blade knives are the most traditional locking mechanism however, you can lock task in mind. For example, a knife with a
of all knives. Naturally longer than most the blade securely in place when opened plain edged blade for all-purpose work, a
folding types with their blades always to prevent closure of the blade on the serrated edge for slicing and a sawblade
exposed, they must be carried in a sheath, user’s fingers and allow tackling more for working through wood and bone.
being larger, heavier and less convenient demanding tasks than folders without When you like having more in your pocket
to carry than most folding knives. Since a locking mechanism can safely handle. than just a sharp blade, Swiss army knives

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 knives
and multitools might be just the ticket.
These knives come in many shapes and sURveY: OV ER THE LA ST 12 MONTH S…
sizes with a variety of tools within easy
grasp day in, day out. Although multi- WHAT ARe YOUR BesT-seLLinG BRAnDs? (Alphabetical order)
blade and multi-tool pocketknives can
be really handy, not to mention cool, Benchmade, Boker, Browning, Buck, CobraTec, Cold Steel, CRKT (Columbia River), EKA, Gerber, Helle,
they are also a lot bulkier and heavier Leatherman, Marttini Oy, Mora/Sweden, Muela, Opinel, Spyderco, Victorinox
to carry around than a single-blade
knife. It’s up to you to decide what
matters most.
<< BesT-seLLinG kniFe TYPe
opening AnD loCking Folding & locking 70%
An aspect worth considering when Fixed blade 30%
choosing a folding knife is the opening
mechanism. Since the inception of
folding knives, our hands have been
the foremost means of opening a knife. MAin FeATURe BUYeRs LOOk FOR >>
Either with two hands, featuring a
Material/build quality 17%
nail nick in the blade, or with one
hand using a thumb stud on or hole Style/design 50%
in the blade. The assisted-opening Cost 33%
mechanism is relatively new. This
type features an internal mechanism
opening the knife once a certain << MOsT POPULAR BLADe MATeRiAL
amount of pressure is applied to the
Stainless steel 57%
blade with one hand. Switchblades
meanwhile automatically open the Carbon steel 29%
knife with the push of a button or the Damascus/laminated steel 14%
flick of a switch. Be sure to research
your local legislation on knives since
some countries have restrictions
PURPOse OF PURCHAse >>
or even ban some of these opening General/pocket knife 57%
mechanisms. Bushcraft/outdoor/camping 14%
Apart from some basic designs, most Deer stalking/hunting 14%
folding knives feature one of a variety Collecting 14%
of locking mechanisms to ensure the
opened blade does not incidentally
snap back on to your fingers when
in use. Without being exhaustive,
<< sALes OF FOLDinG knives
let’s look at the locking mechanism Up 14% Down 29% Same 57%
commonly found on folders. The first
locking mechanism is the ‘ring lock’.
Operating this is easy. You turn a ring
wrapped around the pivot of the knife
to a position where a break in the sALes OF FiXeD knives >>
ring allows the knife to be opened. Down 28% Same 72%
Once the blade is out, you turn the
ring again, so that the space through
which the blade was folded out is
blocked. The ‘back lock’ mechanism
is partially visible on top of the knife. << sALes OF COLLeCTORs’ knives
The folding knife locks when a locking
Down 28.5% Same 43% N/A 28.5%
arm, which sits along the handle spine,
is moulded with a hook that fits into a
notch on the back of the blade behind
the pivot. The ‘liner lock’ secures the
blade though a tensioned metal liner
inside the handle. As with a ‘back
sALes OF eveRYDAY CARRY knives >>
lock’ opening the blade activates the Up 43% Down 28.5% Same 28.5%
lock. A ‘frame lock’ meanwhile is very
similar to a ‘liner lock’. The locking
part however is a section of the handle
frame on the side of the knife.
<< sALes OF MULTiTOOLs
on BlADes Up 14% Down 29% Same 43% N/A 14%
As with the number of blades, the
same goes for blade length. Although a

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Matrix of Suppliers knives

BELGIUM/USA Laguiole En Aubrac HUNGARY Maruyoshi
Browning via website DNC Knife info@maruyoshi-mtc.co.jp
via website www.laguiole-en-aubrac.com info@tumpek-dnc.com www.maruyoshi-mtc.co.jp
www.browning-int.com www.tumpek-dnc.com
Opinel Rockstead Corporation
Canada via website NN Messer nori@isd-ishida.co.jp
Grohmann Knives www.opinel.com info@nnkft.hu www.rockstead.co.jp
info@gknives.com www.kesekollok.hu
www.gknives.com Wildsteer Sarl latvia
contact@wildsteer.com ITALY SIA Tokyo Cutlery
CZECH REPUBLIC www.wildsteer.com Advance Group info@samura.org
Mikov info@advancegroup.it www.samura.org
info@mikovknives.com GERMANY www.advancegroup.it
www.mikovknives.com Boker lithuania
via website Beretta TRC Knives
Vetako sro www.boker.de www.beretta.com/contact info@trcknives.com
info@vetako.cz www.beretta.com www.trcknives.com
www.sharpeningtool.eu Eickhorn Solingen
info@eickhorn-solingen.de Consorzio Coltellinai NEW ZEALAND
EL SALVADOR www.eickhorn-solingen.de info@mkm.it Hunters Element
Condor Tool & Knife www.consorziocoltellinai.it via website
via website Hubertus Schn. www.hunterselement.co.nz
www.condortk.com info@hubertus-solingen.de Extrema Ratio
www.hubertus-solingen.de info@extremaratio.com NORWAY
FINLAND www.extremaratio.com Brusletto
Marttiini Oy Mercator brusletto@brusletto.no
marttiini@marttiini.fi See Otter Messer Fantoni Srl Knife Tech. www.brusletto.no
www.marttiini.fi fantonisrl@gmail.com
Mr Blade www.fantoniknife.com Helle
FRANCE hello@mrblade.com post@helle.no
Atelier 1515 www.mrblade.com Fox Knives www.helle.no
contact@1515-laplace.com info@foxcutlery.com
www.1515-laplace.com OTTER-Messer GmbH www.foxcutlery.com PAKISTAN
info@otter-messer.de Arduous Enterprises
Baladeo www.otter-messer.de LionSTEEL s.a.s info@arduousgroup.com
via website info@lionsteel.it www.arduousgroup.com
www.baladeo.com Pohl Force GmbH www.lionsteel.it
contact@pohlforce.de Damascus Steel Industry
Claude Dozorme www.pohlforce.de Maserin via website
via website info@maserin.com www.alibaba.com
www.dozorme-claude.fr puma knives www.maserin.com
info@pumaknives.de poland
Coutellerie Nontronnaise www.pumaknives.de Sandrin Knives Taidea Technology
via website via website info@arduousgroup.com
www.coutellerie-nontronnaise.com Trompeter & Ritchi www.sandrinknives.com www.taidea.com
rm@trompeter-ritchi.de
Fontenille Pataud www.trompeter-ritchi.de Viper SOUTH AFRICA
sales@fontenille-pataud.com info@viper.it Arno Bernard Knives
www.fontenille-pataud.com Waffentechnik B&E www.viper.it sales@arnobernard.com
via website www.arnobernard.com
www.waffentechnik-solingen.de JAPAN
Forge de Laguiole Kitasho/Kanetsune
commercial@forge-de-laguiole.com via website
www.forge-de-laguiole.com www.kanetsune.com

big knife with an awe-inspiring
eight-inch blade might seem
impressive, just maybe a
compact folder with a small
two-inch blade to put on your
keychain might do more for
you in your daily life. Knives
with medium sized blades of
up to five inches are ideal all-
round companions. Compact
enough to still be handy
compared to bigger blades yet
big enough to handle a wider
variety of chores than a really
small blade. Do not forget
to check local laws about the
blade length that is allowed.
Knife blades come with a
variety of edges: plain, partially,
or fully serrated. For all-
round use, a straight edge is
preferable for push cutting (as
in peeling a pear), skinning,
carving, and chopping. It is
also far easier to sharpen a
plain edge than to sharpen a
serrated edge. When specific
tasks such as cutting fibrous
materials such as rope, netting
or slicing bread (which are all
pull cuts actually) come into
play, a serrated edge is your
better bet. The best of both
worlds is available as well.
Partially serrated edges with
a combination of both a plain
and a serrated edge is also
possible. Always keep in mind,
however, that a serrated edge
however is significantly harder
to sharpen than a plain edge so
ask yourself if you really need a
(partly) serrated edge on your
blade.
In the knife world blade
materials are always hotly
debated as there is no such
thing as the perfect blade
steel. Which is why opinions
tend to differ. Most knife
blades are made of carbon
steel or stainless steel. As the
name implies, stainless steel is
corrosion resistant, much more
than carbon steel that is prone
to rust when it’s not well cared

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SPAIN Bark River Knives
Aitor Pielcu s.l. via website
pielcu@pielcu.com www.barkriverknives.com
www.pielcu.com
Bear & Son Cutlery
Cudeman via website
cudeman@cudeman.com www.bearandsoncutlery.com
www.cudeman.com
Bear edge
Joker via website
joker@joker.es www.bearandsoncutlery.com/
www.joker.es product-category/bear-edge
Martinez Albainox S.U.L. Bear ops
contacto@albainox.com via website
www.albainox.com www.bearandsoncutlery.com/
product-category/bear-ops/
Muela
manufacturas@mmuela.com Benchmade Knife Co
www.mmuela.com info@benchmade.com
www.benchmade.com
Nieto Miguel
mnieto@mnieto.com Blade-Tech Industries
www.mnieto.com info@blade-tech.com
www.blade-tech.com
SWEDEN
EKA Knivar AB Blue Ridge Knives
info@eka-knivar.se onestop@blueridgeknives.com
www.eka-knivar.se www.blueridgeknives.com
Karesuandokniven AB Buck Knives Inc.
info@karesuandokniven.com buck@buckknives.com
www.karesuandokniven.com www.buckknives.com
Mora of Sweden Camillus
info@morakniv.se promboy@acmeunited.de
www.morakniv.se camillusknives.com
acmeunited.de
SWITZERLAND
studio blade campco
info@studio-blade.com via website
www.studio-blade.com www.campco.com
Victorinox Chris Reeve Knives
via website via website
www.victorinox.com www.chrisreeve.com
TAIWAN Cold Steel
Cuttway Products Co Inc info@gsmorg.com
sales@cuttway.com www.coldsteel.com
www.cuttway.com
Colonial Knives
USA colonialknife@gmail.com
AccuSharp www.colonialknifecorp.com
contact@accusharp.com
www.accusharp.com CRKT
via website
www.crkt.com
Knives of Alaska
via website Dozier Knives
www.knivesofalaska.com via website
www.dozierknives.com
for. However, stainless steel is professionals, bushcrafters,
less tough than carbon steel and campers or black-clad
more difficult to sharpen. When doomsday preppers, there is a
looking at robustness, ease of knife out there made just for
use and sharpness, carbon steel you. Knives are generally much
wins hands down. Keep in mind more than just cutting tools.
though, that when you are not These blades are purposeful
of the caring type, stainless steel and to be used day in, day
might be the better option for out. What a perfect knife for
you. someone looks like, depends
on their daily jobs to be done.
GET SO M E A paramedic might require
From traditionalist hunters a completely different knife
to farmers, law-enforcement design than a soldier, an office
Dunn Knives
via website
www.dunnknives.com
ESEE
info@eseeknives.com
www.eseeknives.com
Frost Cutlery
via website
www.frostcutlery.com
Furnace Brook Iron Works
furnacebrookiron@gmail.com
furnacebrookironworks.com
Gerber
info@gerbergear.com
www.gerbergear.com
Havalon Knives
via website
www.havalon.com
Ka-Bar Knives Inc
via website
www.ka-bar.com
Katz Knives Inc
katzn@aol.com
www.katzknives.com
Kershaw
via website
www.kershawknives.com
Lansky
via website
www.lansky.com
Leatherman
info@leatherman.com
www.leatherman.com
Master Cutlery
via website
www.mastercutlery.com
Microtech Knives
via website
microtechknives.com
Ocaso Knives
via website
www. ocasoknives.com
Ontario Knife Company
via website
www.ontarioknife.com
Outdoor Edge
via website
www.outdooredge.com
manager, hunter, or logistics
worker. The best knife for
one person might be nearly
useless for the next. People’s
lives, as well as needs, are
probably very different so
they require different things
from the tools we carry. Luckily
one doesn’t have to be a
collector to own and use several
knives. The beauty of knives is
they have a natural attraction
but still don’t cost the world.
It’s quite normal for someone
knives
Pro-Tech Knives
via website
www.protechknives.com
Puma Knife Co USA
customerservice@
pumaknifecompanyusa.com
www.pumaknifecompanyusa.com
Randall Knives
via website
www.randallknives.com
SOG Speciality Knives
customerservice@gsmorg.com
www.sogknives.com
Schrade (Taylor brands)
via website
www.btibrands.com
Spartan Blades
contact@spartanbladesusa.com
www.spartanbladesusa.com
Spyderco
via website
www.spyderco.com
St. Clair Knives
via website
www.stclaireknives.com
Tops Knives
info@topsknives.com
www.topsknives.com
TRUE Knives
via website
true.acgbrands.com
United Cutlery
via website
www.unitedcutlery.com
Utica Cutlery
via website
www.uticausa.com
WR Case
via website
www.wrcase.com
to carry around a folding pocket
knife all day, have a multi-tool
in the car and a larger fixed-
blade hunting knife ready to
hang on your belt when the big
outdoors calls. It’s up to the
retailer to stock up the right
blades for the region they are in,
regularly introduce new models
and, most of all, show them to
the customers, let them ‘play’
with them. Knives are ideal
products to make people want
to buy. GTW
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TuRKey
D O I N G B U S I N E S S W I T H . . .

Yo u o n l y n e e d t o w a l k t h e a i s l e s o f S H OT S h o w o r I WA O u t d o o r C l a s s i c s
to under s tand that the trans continental country of Turkey is one of the
global firearms industry’s major player s. Gun Trade World investigates
the key characteris tics of the country to explore if Turkey could
r e p r e s e n t y o u r n e x t b u s i n e s s o p p o r t u n i t y.

S
Turkey, officially the
Republic of Türkiye, is a
transcontinental country
located mainly on the
Anatolian Peninsula in
Western Asia, with a small
portion on the Balkan
Peninsula in Southeast
Europe. It borders the Black
Sea to the north; Georgia
to the northeast; Armenia,
Azerbaijan, and Iran to the
east; Iraq to the southeast;
Syria and the Mediterranean
Sea to the south; the
Aegean Sea to the west;
and Greece and Bulgaria
to the northwest. Cyprus is
off the south coast. Most
of the country’s citizens are
ethnic Turks, while Kurds are
the largest ethnic minority.
Ankara is Turkey’s capital and
second-largest city; Istanbul
is its largest city and main
fiscal hub.
Turkey’s amazing ecology
and habitat variety has
produced considerable species
diversity. Anatolia is the
home of many plants that
have been cultivated for food
since the advent of farming,
and the wild descendants
of many plants that now
provide staples for people
still flourish in Turkey. The
diversity of Turkey’s fauna
is even greater than that
of its flora. The number of
animal species in the whole
of Europe is around 60,000,
while in Turkey there are
over 80,000 (over 100,000
counting the subspecies).
The Northern Anatolian
conifer and deciduous forests
is an ecoregion which covers
most of the Pontic Mountains
in northern Turkey, while
the Caucasus mixed forests
extend across the eastern
end of the range. The
region is home to Eurasian
wildlife such as the Eurasian
sparrowhawk, golden eagle,
eastern imperial eagle, lesser

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spotted eagle, Caucasian
black grouse, red-fronted
serin, and wallcreeper.
The narrow coastal
strip between the Pontic
Mountains and the Black
Sea is home to the Euxine-
Colchic deciduous forests,
which contain some of
the world’s few temperate
rainforests. The Turkish pine
(Pinus brutia) is mostly found
in Turkey and other east
Mediterranean countries. The
forests of Turkey have other
species of Pinus (pine), the
Turkey oak and numerous
other species of oak.
There are 40 national parks,
189 nature parks, 31 nature
preserve areas, 80 wildlife
protection areas and 109
nature monuments in Turkey
such as Gallipoli Peninsula
Historical National Park,
Mount Nemrut National
Park, Ancient Troy National
Park, Ölüdeniz Nature Park
and Polonezköy Nature Park.
H U N TI N G I N T U R K E Y
Hunts in Turkey take place
in the heart of some of
the world’s most stunning
scenery, including rock-
strewn mountains and
striking coastal regions.
There are also a wide range
TURKEY
economy focus
& fac t f i l e
Capital: Ankara Dialling code: +90
Population: 85,279,553 Currency: Turkish Lira
President: Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Official language: Turkish
Timezone: UTC+3
Top export partners:
Germany, UK, United Arab Emirates, Iraq, USA
Top import partners:
China, Germany, India, USA, Italy
US$819 billion GDP (nominal)
US$9,661.24 GDP per capita (nominal)
2.3% GDP growth rate (2023 estimate)
9.7% Unemployment rate
Stronger than anticipated private consumption drove
rapid growth of 7.5 percent y-o-y in the first half of
2022, as rising inflation expectations fuelled purchases
of durables despite inflation eroding real incomes.
Merchandise export growth and tourism revenues
remained robust, supported by a weaker currency and
resilient external demand. Labour market recovery
continued into 2022.
After expanding 11 percent in 2021, the economy is
expected to grow 4.7 percent in 2022 and 2.7 percent
in 2023. Economic activity is expected to weaken in
the second half of 2022, as macroeconomic volatility
intensifies, inflation erodes the purchasing power of
households that can no longer frontload consumption,
and external demand weakens.
Despite labour market and economic recovery in
2021, the poverty rate is projected to remain above
pre-2019 levels due to persistently high inflation that
affects the lowest-income households the most as
they spend a higher share of income on items like
food that face higher than average inflation.
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Pro Hunt takes place in

Istanbul each year and
attracts more than 50,000
visitors from around
Turkey, Europe and the rest
of the world.
DOING BUSINESS WITH... TURKEY

Bezoar Ibex
The bezoar ibex, which weighs
around 60kg (130lb) is known
particularly for the size of its horns;
it possess the world’s longest horns
in relation to body weight, and can
exceed 1.4 m (4 ft 7 in) high, those
in the south and east desert ranges
are typically smaller by 30 percent.
Females are slightly smaller and
their horns tend to grow to 0.2 m
(7.9 in). Males have a dark brown
summer coat, while the females have
a more reddish-gold, and both sexes
shift to a gray-colored coat in winter.
Both sexes also have a tuft of hair
extending from the chin. The ibexes
have a black stripe from the spine
that extends over the shoulder, limbs,
and neck. This stripe darkens in the
mating season.
Named “Geyik” by Anatolian
local’s, lives in the steep hills, wonderful hunting and have horns that can boar are mainly nocturnal,
particularly locations covered with as well. Its wildlife reach 55 inches, although 45 although they can be found
forests and short bushes, beginning is well managed, and inches is more typical. Other feeding in early morning or
from the sea level at Aegean and up the country has an species to hunt in Turkey late afternoon depending on
to an altitude of 3000 metres in East advanced tourism include the Anatolian red stag the region and season. The
Turkey. It is known as one of, if not foundation that (found exclusively in Turkey), rutting season starts around
the greatest ibex species on earth. includes a number Anatolian chamois, hybrid November and lasts about
High trophy ranks and world record of knowledgeable ibex, roe deer, and wild boar. one month until December.
ibex always came from Turkey. The hunting outfitters. There are also a few special Only during this season do
Turkish government has provided a Most of the hunting permits available each year for the big boars join the herds
in Turkey takes Konya sheep, a beautiful wild of sows and young. Mature
great increase in the population with
place in areas that sheep found only in Turkey’s males generally live alone
a close protection program to the
are mountainous Bozdag Mountains. and form a zone of their own.
ibex habitat. An Ibex weights about
and remote, and There are many wild boar The best time to hunt the
50-85kg. in Turkey, mainly because largest timeworn boars is from
the hunting can
Hunting season: August to March. be challenging. the Muslim religion forbids February to October.
Depending on the the eating of pork. Therefore,
of species to hunt, including area, hunters may male wild boar can grow very G U N LA W
the Bezoar ibex, red stag, stay in cabins, lodges, or local large, up to 300kg with access Gun ownership is subject to
chamois, roe deer, wild boar, hotels. The most sought-after to rich feeding opportunities strict laws in Turkey, where
and Konya sheep. species in Turkey is the bezoar all year round. Male wild boar extensive background checks
Turkey is well known for ibex. This species inhabits may live up to 15 years of age are carried out by police before
its architectural marvels, Iran, Armenia, and Turkey; and can grow lengthy tusks people can acquire a license
first-rate shopping, and its with Turkey holding the up to 30cm. Wild boar can to own and carry a firearm.
rich history as the meeting largest populations. Bezoar exist in mountainous regions, Licenses are divided into two
point of Asia and Europe. But ibex are among the most where there is extensive categories – carrying and
this charming country offers striking of all ibex species forest and bush. The wild ownership – and violations are

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Anatolian Gazelle
The Anatolian gazelle, which lives
amongst Turkey’s southern cities
of Şanlıurfa, is distinguished by its
delicate figure, thin legs and big
eyes. It prefers to live on terrain
that is not rough, where the land
is sandy, hilly with sparse woods
and is not fond of valley bases
and river sides. It stays in groups.
When the weather gets too hot
in the afternoon, it lays on shady
parts of the hills, rocks and trees.
It weighs around 15 to 25kg.
It runs at high speed, without
the leaping, bounding gait seen in
other gazelle species. Throughout
much of their range, goitered
gazelles migrate seasonally.
Herds cover 10–30 km per day in
the winter, with these distances
being reduced to about 1–3 km in
summer.
Hunting Season: September -
December.

Anatolian Chamois
The chamois (Rupicapra rupicapra) or Alpine
chamois is a species of goat-antelope native
to mountains in Europe, from west to east,
including the Alps, the Dinarides, the Tatra and the
Carpathian Mountains, the Balkan Mountains, the
Rila–Rhodope massif, Pindus, the north-eastern
mountains of Turkey, and the Caucasus. The
chamois has also been introduced to the South
Island of New Zealand.
Chamois lives on the rocky and uncovered
areas above the border line of forests and in in
summer can also spread in to the deep, bushy, and
wooded valleys. In winter it lives in steep valley
forest. It weighs about 35 to 50kg. It’s light brown
fur in summer turns darker, almost black in winter.
The hunt is generally done during the mating
period by stalking. This hunt requires a good body
fitness.
Hunting Season: August - January.

criminalised.
Gun licenses are currently
assigned to eligible persons
for five years in Turkey, and a
one-time fee of 7,606 Turkish
Liras is required as part of the
application.
A recent amendment to
Turkey’s firearms regulations
expanded eligibility for
personal armament in the
country, allowing for more
public servants to buy
firearms.
Those who, for various
reasons, wish to carry weapons
in their homes or workplaces,
or who are required to
carry weapons, are needed
to obtain a firearms license
in accordance with the law
Firearms and Knives and
Other Tools No. 6136. All
kinds of firearms, pistols, fully
automatic weapons, or fluted
shotguns are subject to license
in terms of both possession
and transportation.
The application for a
gun license is made to
the governorships in each
Turkish province and to the
gendarmerie directorate in the
settlements in the gendarmerie
regions. According to the
relevant Turkish laws and
regulations, applicants have
to be over the age of 21.
Although there are different
requirements for carrying and
possession licenses, known as
types of gun licenses, these
licenses provide different
rights to individuals.

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The license to carry a gun
allows the license holder to
carry his/her registered gun. In
this case, it is possible to carry
the weapon with the person or
to keep it in their vehicle. Since
the license to carry a weapon
will also permit the licensing
of the bullets of the relevant
weapon, it will be possible to
carry an appropriate number
of bullets in the weapon or
with it. Carrying high-volume
bullets is only possible with
the permission of the Turkish
governor. According to the
types of weapons licenses, the
number of bullets that can be
possessed during the year is
determined.
What Are the Documents
Required for a Gun License in
Turkey?
• Original and copy of identity
card Passport
• Photo taken in the last six
months
• Residence Permit
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• Transcript of Criminal
Records
• A document to be obtained
from the tax office stating that
there is no tax debt exceeding a
certain amount, provided that
it has been received within the
last 15 days as of the date of
application,
• Health committee report to
be obtained from state hospitals
is requested.
In addition to these
documents, other important
documents are also required in
applications for a gun carrying
license. It is obligatory to
purchase weapons within one
year as of the date of obtaining
the license and to operate the
license within 60 days at the
latest as of the date of receipt.
The gun license renewal process
must be carried out every five
years.
What Are the Weapons
Requiring Licenses in Turkey?
According to Turkish law,
Regulation No. 2735 on
Firearms and Knives and Other
Tools defines the types of
weapons that require a license.
Firearms that require a license
according to the relevant
regulation are:
• Pistol
• Fully Automatic Weapons
• Fluted shotgun
Although different types
of licenses are required in
practice for different types of
weapons, the application for
gun licenses for all firearms
will include similar stages. If
the conditions for obtaining a
weapon license specified in the
relevant regulation are met, an
application for a weapon license
can be made.
laW e NfORc eMeNt
Law enforcement in Turkey
is carried out by several
departments and agencies,
all acting under the Ministry
of Internal Affairs except
military police which is under
the command of the Turkish
Armed Forces and the National
Intelligence Organization
which reports directly to the
President.
General Directorate of Security
The General Directorate of
Security are the civilian police
force and a service branch
of the Turkish Ministry of
Interior accountable for law
enforcement in Turkey. The
police force is responsible for
law enforcement in cities and
some special locations, such as
airports or border checkpoints,
which are responsible for
passport control. The police are
often helped by the customs
office. Traffic Police ensure the
safety of transportation and
also work with registration of
vehicles. Police also provides
VIP security for president and
other government officials. The
Turkish Police also play a big
part in important intelligence
and counter-terrorist operations.
 tURKeY
S H O W B U S i N e SS

PRo HunT
With Turkey being a significant player in the world of gun
W H E R E : I S TA N B U L , T U R K E Y manufacturing, having a popular national exhibition makes
W H E N : M AY 2 5 - 2 8, 2 0 2 3 perfect sense. Pro Hunt takes place in Istanbul each year and
L E A R N M O R E : W W W. I S TA N B U L P R O H U N T.C O M a�racts more than 50,000 visitors from around Turkey, Europe
and the rest of the world.
International Istanbul Prohunt, Hunting, Arms and Outdoor
Expo will be held in 25-28 May 2023 at Istanbul Expo Center.
Exhibiting companies had already started their efforts for
colourful stands and organizers with their enjoyable events.
Exhibition that brings the industry and the clients under the
same roof, will continue to amaze.
Looking back on previous events, there are expected to be
more than 150 exhibitors present, covering an exhibition space
of more than 16,000sqm and showcasing more than 500
brands. The show gives visitors the chance to see the unique
position of Turkey’s market first-hand and strike up potential
new relationships with importers, exporters, distributors,
wholesalers, manufacturers, retailers, consulates and media.
The show will cover guns, ammunition, knives, accessories,
hunting tourism, hunting dogs, clothing, vehicles and even
trap, skeet and other target shooting sectors. The expo has
been in operation since 2012 and has grown in size and stature
considerably over the last eight years.
Pro Hunt is a show that Gun Trade World recommends,
having a�ended the event on multiple occasions.

The police force is organised
as follows:
Central organisation
Provincial organisation
• 81 Province Directorate
• 751 District Directorate
affiliated to Province
Directorate
• 22 Border Gates Police
Directorates
• 18 Free-Zone police stations
• 834 police stations in 81
Provinces
Gendarmerie General
Command
The Gendarmerie General
Command is the national
Gendarmerie force of the
Republic of Turkey. Their
organisation and duties are
quite similar to those of the
French Gendarmerie, or Italian
Carabinieri. It is a service
branch of the Turkish Ministry
of Interior responsible for the
maintenance of the public
order in areas that fall outside
the jurisdiction of police forces
(generally in rural areas),
as well as assuring internal
security along with carrying out
other specific duties assigned
to it by certain laws and
regulations. GTW
Sources:
www.worldbank.org
www.jrhunting.com/hunt-destination
www.bookyourhunt.com

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 FEATUR E

ENTER
THE
FAUSTI
RANGE

The Caledon over-and-under

could be described as the admission
into Fausti’s range of shotguns and
certainly a top-seller within the
Italian company’s selection.
Here, Gun Trade World previews
the feature-packed shotgun.

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F
austi Arms, founded in 1948, has grown and
evolved constantly, relying on the experience and
traditions that are at the core of its business. The
Italian company follows and applies the values
and passion that has animated and influenced all
important choices in the Fausti family since day one.
Now, the company can boost a complete selection
of shotguns, in many different styles, meaning your
customers will always have a Fausti shotgun that suits
their needs.
Within the company’s Core line of over-and-under
shotguns comes the Caledon- the ideal choice for those
looking for reliability and careful construction combined
with understated elegance.
Caledon – the perfect choice
The chrome-finished receiver featured on the Caledon
presents a clear but soft contrast between the smooth
section and the laser-engraved portion, with traditional
acanthus leaf motifs conveying light and shade. This is
enriched on the chest by a golden partridge in flight,
standing out in gold, with the Fausti logo looking
fantastic within the deep black of the watch and on the
key, giving a refined appearance. Sculpted and engraved
breasts form a nice contrast with the reeds that welcome
the top tang which also features pleasant detailing.
The silver of the receiver marries with the flames of
the woods, made of walnut, and subjected to a wood laser
grain treatment for an aesthetic result worthy of higher-
priced shotguns.
The Caledon is available in five gauges, from 12
to .410, with a dedicated action frame up to 28, a
solution that guarantees greater elegance, better ballistic
performance, and superior ease of use due to its low
weight and excellent balance.
The box lock action is accompanied by a selective
single trigger with clear and fast clicks.
Four Locks System
As found on other Fausti over-and-under shotguns, the
Caledon also boasts components machined from the
solid and exclusive Four Locks system: four lugs that
work together to create an unbreakable lock. Such a
lock allows you to fire thousands of shots without any
problems, even with the most potent ammunition, and
improve accuracy. Indeed, it opposes the forces that
would tend to move the barrels along the vertical and
horizontal axes of the receiver at the moment of firing.
To this end, a second pair of lugs inside the receiver’s
sides support the usual one carved into the monobloc of
the barrels, ensuring even, lateral closure and a perfect
mechanical seal. These shotguns guarantee higher
reliability and durability, even when subjected to intense
and prolonged use when competition shooting or on
duck or driven hunts.
The wide range of choice in barrel size and
interchangeable chokes allows the user to have the
shotgun that best meets their needs.
FAUSTI
The Fausti team says that “The look, handling and
quality of the Caledon make it the best choice of
shotgun in its class.”
A very consolidated and strong team have formed and
matured over the years at Fausti and they are ready and
capable to successfully face the constant changes within
the market place and in the needs of dealers across the
globe.
“It is only through teamwork and strategic use of
individual strengths and talents that Fausti can achieve
a high level of efficiency in every company department,
from the machine shop to the finishing department,
where manual work is flawlessly performed by a group of
artisans,” says Fausti.
While Fausti is understandably deeply rooted in the
traditions and values of its past, the company is also
constantly striving for innovation. Fausti is in the perfect
place to produce a wide range of shotguns that combine
substance and beauty and meet the needs and desires
of the most demanding and discerning hunters and
shooters.
Over-and-under Shotguns
Despite its more sportive and modern image, an
over-and-under shotgun is still a very elegant and
fine firearm. Fast to mount, well balanced, safe in the
shooter’s hands and steady on the second shot, an over-
and-under shotgun moves as the shooter moves and fully
empowers his/her rapid shots either chasing wild game
or hitting that last target. Thanks to the quality of the
engineering and materials as well as the employment of
the patented Four Locks mechanism, Fausti over-and-
under shotguns are second to none when it comes to
light weight, balance, reliability, and durability. Fausti
says that the attention to detail and the level of manual
finishing helps tell them apart from any other gun on
the market today, as well as the elegant lines and the
unobtrusive, but visible presence of the company logo on
the trigger guard and the top lever.
The Core Range
Every Fausti over-and-under shotgun in the Core
line features an action proportioned to the gauge and
caliber, the exclusive Four Locks system and components
machined from solid blocks of materials, as well as
uncompromised manufacturing standards, high barrel
performance and fast and crisp triggers. The emphasis
put on the intrinsic quality of the guns in this line
does not take anything away from its looks: from oil-
polished stocks to coin-finished or case-coloured actions
embellished by strongly evocative laser engraving.
When you go for a Fausti over and under shotgun, you
go for much more than ‘just’ a gun.
www.faustiarms.com
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MAKING CONTAC T
TT Plate Carrier QR LC ZP
TT Molle Panel ZP
Tasmanian Tiger
launches The ZP Series
German-based Tasmanian Tiger has long been the choice of police, tactical and emergency
experts across the globe, so when a new range is released, the trade sits up and takes note.
Here, Gun Trade World previews the company’s fresh modular ZP Series of packs.
T
he new ZP Series from Tasmanian
Tiger allows the quick change of
pre-configured modules on the
appropriately equipped plate carrier. The
TT Plate Carrier QR LC ZP features
zippers on the back, the panels and packs
are simply inserted and zipped on. All
modules can also be mounted on other
plate carriers with the corresponding
zipper length and width. Furthermore, the
zippered Molle strips included in each case
provide the option of attaching them to
all plate carriers with six Molle stripes via
Molle system. And an adapter is included
for attachment to classic Molle straps.
The plate carrier is delivered including
a zipped-on panel, but the TT Molle
Panel ZP is also available separately as an
interchangeable panel.
The tactical TT Operator Pack ZP has
a flat main compartment with Molle
50 W W W. G U N T R A D E W O R L D . C O M
TT Operator Pack ZP
TT Tool Pack ZP
TT Medic Assault Pack S ZP
hook and loop panels which allow
for customisation and organisation of
accessory pouches. It also features large
front pockets. The upper front pocket is
equipped with interchangeable magazine
inserts.
The emergency pack TT Medic Assault
Pack S ZP is based on the proven TT
Medic Assault Pack S from Tasmanian
Tiger. The backpack has a clear interior
layout with different attachment options
for medical equipment as well as two
removable panels. There is a scissor pocket
on the front. The Molle system on the front
and sides is made in laser-cut technique.
The breacher pack TT Tool Pack ZP
features a fold-out main compartment,
which is suitable for bolt cutters up to
a length of 80cm. The fold-out front
compartment accommodates various entry
tools, and the hooked-in tubes can also
TASMANIAN TIGER
be removed. In addition, the pack has
insertion options for breach pens on the
sides. On the front is Molle in laser-cut
design, the elastic side compression can be
removed.
About Tasmanian Tiger
Tasmanian Tiger is a German premium
supplier of military and police equipment.
The brand was founded in 1999. From
prototype to production, all products are
manufactured in the company’s own,
SA 8000-certified facilities, thus ensuring
a consistently high level of quality
throughout the production processes.
All products are quality checked prior to
leaving the facility and checked regularly
by independent international test centres.
tt@tasmaniantigerusa.com
www.tasmaniantiger.info
 l Model: DE357SRMB
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Barrel: 6” | O/A Length: 10.75”
Weight: 4 lbs. 10 oz
Magazine: One 9 Rd Magazine

l MAG357: .357 Magnum, 9 Rd

l MASTER’S brand Premium

Leather Vertical Shoulder
Holster with Double Magazine
Case for full size Desert Eagle
with bottom rail

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Available in three calibers: .50 AE (DE50SRMB, 7 Rd), .44 Magnum (DE44SRMB, 8 Rd), .357 Magnum (DE357SRMB, 9 Rd)

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MAKING CONTAC T

KEY SPECS:
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Equipped with the accurate GeoBallistics
ballistic solver backed by a full up-to-date
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Customise ballistic profiles via the GeoBallistics
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Vortex delivers
absolute accuracy
More shot-calling precision, less juggling devices. Whether your customers are setting their
sights on a trophy or ringing steel out to 4,000 yards, the Razor HD 4000 GB delivers all the
range, ballistic, and environmental data they’ll need for absolute accuracy when opportunity
happens.

A
t the range and especially in the
mountains, keeping your pack-
out simple is huge. Opportunities
to fill your tag can come quickly, but
advanced ballistic solutions often require
a lot of scrambling between pieces of
gear.
Vortex has solved this problem for
hunters, long-range, and competition
shooters by taking its top-tier laser
rangefinder and building in an on-board
GeoBallistics solver. The ballistic app
made popular by serious long-range
shooters, GeoBallistics lets you create
custom rifle profiles and more.
Heads-up display. Ballistic references
charts. Interactive mapping features
and a Comp tab to build and save range
cards. This highly advanced solver inside
the Razor HD 4000 GB lets you create
accurate shooting solutions with ease.
Combine all this with the Razor HD
4000 GB’s superior optical quality, plus
Bluetooth connection capability with
Kestrel devices (via the GeoBallistics
App), and you get an unparalleled level of
shot-calling precision in a device that can
fit in your pocket.
Weighing just 10.1oz., the rugged
and fully loaded Razor HD 4000 GB
delivers the same four target modes
(Normal, First, Last, and ELR) and two
range modes – Horizontal Component
Distance (HCD) and Ballistics Mode
(BAL) – high-level shooters and
hunters have come to rely on. Built-in
environmental sensors (temp, pressure,
humidity) in conjunction with the
GeoBallistics solver, two wind modes,
patented Vortex Wind Bearing Capture
Mode, and Full Crosswind Mode make
solving ballistic problems fast and easy in
any environment or shooting scenario.
Tripod adaptable. Water, fog, and
shockproof. Intuitive, easy-to-use menus
feature a simple, red, illuminated display
that delivers the data you need without
a single, unnecessary click. The Razor
HD 4000 GB also comes with a premium
carry case, utility clip, and CR2 battery.
Become an authorised Vortex dealer
Vortex has a passion for optics and an
unwavering commitment to its customers
and building a strong network of dealers
is essential to the company’s success. If
you’d like to become a part of the Vortex
authorised dealer family and meet the
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MAKING CONTAC T
Introducing the first
handgun chambered in
the .360 Buckhammer
Magnum Research is thrilled to announce the first handgun to be offered in Remington’s
exciting new .360 Buckhammer cartridge. Let’s find out more about this interesting release
from the US-based company.
W
ith unrivalled ballistic
performance in its class, the
.360 Buckhammer is optimised
to deliver effective performance and a
drop that is ideal across common hunting
ranges. This straight walled cartridge
is built with high quality Remington
components for reliable ignition, and a
Core-Lokt .358 calibre bullet delivering
both weight retention and controlled
expansion. The .360 BHMR is the
ultimate straight wall hunting cartridge.
Magnum Research’s Biggest Finest
Revolver is legendary for its reliability,
accuracy, and strength, making it ideally
suited to be the first handgun chambered
in the .360 Buckhammer. With its 10in,
1:12 twist barrel, the .360 BFR will deliver
rounds down range, on target, and with
ideal handgun hunting performance. The
plow handle style rubber grips will tame
the recoil of the powerful round, and
the stainless-steel finish makes it super
durable in the field.
Brett Pikula, Magnum Research
Master Gunsmith, commented: “We are
super excited to work with Remington’s
team in bringing the .360 Buckhammer
to market. With its proven record as
the ideal hunting handgun for the
American sportsman, I am confident our
customers will find this cartridge’s ballistic
performance to be exceptional from the
BFR.”
KAHR FIREARMS
About
Kahr Firearms Group, formed in 2012,
includes Kahr Arms, Auto-Ordnance and
Magnum Research. KFG Headquarters
reside in Greeley, Pennsylvania. Kahr Arms
produces small concealable handguns
in .380, 9mm, .40 and .45ACP. Auto-
Ordnance is the maker of the famous
“Tommy Gun”, M1 Carbine and WW2
GI Model 1911. Magnum Research Inc.,
designer and producer of the world-
renowned Desert Eagle Pistol, Baby Eagle,
MLR .22LR and .22Mag Rifles and BFR
Revolvers. All three companies are proudly
located in the USA.
www.kahr.com
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MAKING CONTAC T
Ballistol launches dry
universal wipes
Universal Wipes in the new dispenser box from German oil care specialists, Ballistol, can be
used to care for and clean just about anything. The dispenser box can be filled with almost
any liquid Ballistol product.
A
t the recent IWA
OutdoorClassics exhibition,
Ballistol launched its Universal
Wipes - Dry into the global
marketplace. These wipes are stored in
a reusable dispenser box. They can be
soaked with liquid Ballistol products as
desired. Whether used in conjunction
with hand disinfectant, universal oil or
cleaning fluid, Universal Wipes - Dry
can be used to clean and care for any
surface.
If the can is filled with the ever-
popular Universal Oil, for example,
the wipes are wonderfully suitable for
gun care as well as for stainless steel
surfaces, wooden shafts, dog paws or
leather care. When mixed with Ballistol
hand disinfectant, not only can hands
be disinfected, but also surfaces. The
perfect allrounder is obtained, for
54 W W W. G U N T R A D E W O R L D . C O M
example, when the universal and plastic
cleaner is added. This combination
cleans, among other things, car surfaces,
plastic parts, seat covers, furniture
surfaces or garden furniture.
The new dry wipes from Ballistol
are highly absorbent, lint-free, soft
and at the same time tear and puncture
resistant. They are made of 90 percent
viscose, which simultaneously absorbs
dirt and releases liquid during cleaning.
There are 130 wipes on a roll. The
wipes measure 20 x 19 centimetres.
The Ballistol Universal Wipes-Dry
are available in well-stocked specialist
and retail stores as well as online.
The RRP for the Universal Wipes -
Dry plus refillable Universal Wipes
Dispenser Cox is 25.99 EUR including
VAT. The RRP for the refill pack (130
pieces) is 14.90 EUR gross.
BALLISTOL
About
Ballistol has been manufacturing the
tried-and-tested Universal Oil for
almost 120 years. It is a successfully
managed family business with a
pioneering spirit and high innovative
strength that exports to 70 countries
worldwide. The portfolio, which has
been continuously expanded over
decades, consists of mostly self-
developed products. In addition to the
three big classics Universal Oil, Ballistol
Animal and Neo-Ballistol Home
Remedies, the range has meanwhile
grown to more than 90 products with
its own technical, cleaner, weapon care,
defence spray, bicycle care and sting-free
series.
www.ballistol.de
 MAKING CONTAC T
Mossberg wins two
NRA Publications
Golden Bullseye awards
O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc., a leading American firearms manufacturer, was recognised with
two National Rifle Association (NRA) Publications Golden Bullseye Awards, presented during
the recent NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Indianapolis, Indiana.
T
he Mossberg 940 Pro Waterfowl
autoloading shotgun was awarded
Shotgun of the Year by American
Hunter and the Mossberg 940 Pro
Tactical autoloading shotgun was
recognised as the Long Gun of the Year
by NRA Women.
Winners of the NRA Golden Bullseye
Awards are selected by a committee
consisting of editors, graphic designers
and veteran NRA Publications staff,
representing more than a century of
collective experience in the shooting and
hunting industry. For consideration of
a Golden Bullseye Award, the product
must be recently introduced and available
to consumers; evaluated by an NRA
staff member or regular contributor to
the magazine; exceeded the evaluator’s
expectations; be innovative in design and
function; and styled in a manner befitting
the shooting and hunting industry. This
year’s awards celebrated 21 years of
recognition for the best new products in
the shooting sports.
The Mossberg 940 Pro autoloading
shotgun platform is based on a cleaner-
running and redesigned gas-operating
system that features corrosion-resistant
internal parts and finishes. Other key
design features include an enlarged and
bevelled loading port, elongated, pinch-
free elevator and bright orange anodized
follower configured for ease of loading.
Externally, 940 Pro shotguns have an
adjustable length-of-pull stock and for
added customisation, shims for drop at
comb and cast adjustments. The forend
features a slim profile; and both stock
and forend feature Mossberg’s signature
aggressive texturing for a secure grip.
Available models include competition,
waterfowl, turkey, field, and tactical; and
select models feature optic-cut receivers
for direct mounting of microdot sights.
Accepting the awards was Richard
MOSSBERG
Kirk, Mossberg’s Senior Director of
Marketing, “What a tremendous honour;
and on behalf of everyone at Mossberg,
I would like to express our appreciation
to the NRA Publications staff, and
specifically to NRA Woman and
American Hunter for recognition of our
940 Pro shotgun,” remarked Kirk.
About
Founded in 1919, O.F. Mossberg &
Sons, Inc., is the oldest family-owned
firearms manufacturer in America, and
is the largest pump-action shotgun
manufacturer in the world. Celebrating
100 years of innovation, Mossberg leads
the industry with over 100 design and
utility patents to its credit and stands as
the first ISO 9001 Certified long-gun
manufacturer.
+1-800-363-3555
www.mossberg.com
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 maKiNg CONtaC t

Streamlight
Color-Rite : A light for
®

every situation
Streamlight’s brand new Color-Rite Technology® allows professional users to see the subtle
details in colour, crucial in many specialised scenarios. Here, Gun Trade World looks deeper
into the technology.

IT'S TIME FOR A

BRAND-NEW
AR-15/AR10 GUN BARRELS available in:
BARREL
AND MORE AR15
AR10
/
- stainless or Life-HD coated

- different calibers

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C
olor-Rite Technology is based on
the Color Rendering Index (CRI)
– a scale from 0-100 that indicates
how a light source reflects colour
variations as they appear to the human
eye. The higher the CRI, the more
vibrant the colours appear. On the scale,
lights that measure 90+ are considered
“high” CRI lights and are critical for
tasks requiring the most accurate colour
discrimination. A perfect 100 would
enable us to see colours as they appear
in natural sunlight. Colour temperature
is also an important measurement when
it comes to Color-Rite Technology.
Colour temperature is expressed in
Kelvin (K) units, which measure the
temperature and colour produced by
LEDs. The Kelvin scale goes from warm
(yellow tone) to cool (blue tone). Most
LEDs used in Streamlight’s Color-Rite
products are rated 3,000K to 4,000K,
which is considered a warm, white
colour.
Why Streamlight’s Color-Rite
Technology?
Flashlights equipped with Streamlight’s
proprietary Color-Rite Technology
allow users to see the colour spectrum
as they would in natural light. While
a standard high-lumen LED light
produces an ultra-bright white beam
that is needed in many applications, it
prevents seeing subtle colour differences
in, for example, auto body paint colours
or electrical wiring. In contrast, a high
CRI light provides a softer, warmer
beam to prevent colour “washout,”
allowing the user to see specific colours
or imperfections and subtle details,
regardless of the task.
Streamlight Color-Rite: Lights for
Every Situation
Streamlight offers a family of Color-Rite
lights for situations that require detailed
inspections or colour differentiation. For
markets as diverse as law enforcement,
military, and even outdoor recreation, the
company has developed high CRI lights
with Color-Rite Technology for a wide
variety of tasks that require exacting
attention to detail. From examining
forensic evidence to tracking in low-
light conditions, count on Streamlight’s
Color-Rite products to help get the job
done efficiently and safely.
The Streamlight family of Color-Rite
products include the following:
Dualie® 3AA Color-Rite®: Intrinsically
safe, multi-function, dual beam
flashlight with a cool white LED
and a 90 CRI LED (4,000K) with
Streamlight’s Color-Rite Technology.
streamlight
Stinger Switchblade®: Five lights in
one: a droplight, hands-free light, UV
light, bright white light, and a warm
white (4,000K) high CRI light with
Streamlight’s Color-Rite Technology.
Strion Switchblade®: A more compact
version of the Stinger Switchblade
with the same great features and
a warm white (4,000K) high CRI
light with Streamlight’s Color-Rite
Technology.
FlipMate®: Compact work light with
cool white LEDs and 90 CRI LEDs
(4,000K) with Streamlight’s Color-Rite
Technology - each with high and low
modes.
Syclone®: Ultra-compact work light
with a cool white LED and a 90 CRI
LED (4,000K) with Streamlight’s
Color-Rite Technology.
Stinger® Color-Rite®: Rechargeable,
warm white 90 CRI LED (3,000K)
with Streamlight’s Color-Rite
Technology.
Color-Rite application for law
enforcement/military
• Improve tracking in low-light
conditions. High CRI lights like the
Stinger Color-Rite help border patrol
and other law enforcement agencies
reveal subtle details of tracks and other
markings that white LEDs with their
bright “hot spots” can miss.
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• Detect trace evidence. Forensic teams
can more clearly spot fingerprints,
High precision competition
fibres, and other trace evidence on glass
and other slick surfaces with high CRI sport pistols
lights such as the Stinger Color-Rite. Designed for champions
• Enhance visualisation. High CRI „Made in Germany“
lights can help cut through murky lake
or ocean water, thick smoke or fog, and
In-house manufactured
even heavy dust when pursuing vehicles
in rough terrain. parts made of finest
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