Guns and Gear Special: American Made 2021

Are you looking for a new iron, or a piece of gear to improve the one that you have? These 14 American-Made guns are sure to enhance your arsenal. Winchester’s classic Model 70 is still a favorite. The rifle’s design is meant to maximize its range, as the Long-Range model indicates. Bell and Carlson composite stock is the first step to achieving this goal. The stock features an internal aluminum bedding block and an air-tight mate with the receiver. There are a few enhancements that help get the most out the system, including lower vents to aid barrel cooling, and a wide flat fore to stabilize the stock on a rest. The Model 70 is all about precision, but the rifle is still very field-ready, weighing in at less that 8 pounds, making the rifle ideal for long-range hunting. The 70 is available in eight calibers. MSRP: Starting at $1550Mystery Ranch Hands Free Rifle Sling. Mystery Ranch has improved its innovative design to create a better mousetrap for hunting convenience. The Hands-Free Rifle Sling is exactly what it says. It allows hunters to use both hands in the backcountry. The handy system allows you to give up your long gun in a split second. It uses a magnetic locking system that is strong when you are on the move but can be easily disengaged when you are at your target. It’s also quiet like a mountain breeze. It comes with the sling, sternum strap and stock dock. Compatible with most pack systems. MSRP: $99N8 tactical Pro-Lock holster. Extremely comfortable and efficient, with a draw that is not visible from the waistband. It is definitely worth considering. N8 Tactical has the right rig for your lifestyle. The Pro-Lock holster is also known as the N8 Tactical holster. This system provides passive retention that is not possible in a standard Level I retention holster. N8 calls it the “Secure Twist Release” system. It is a slight modification of the trigger pocket of the polycarbonate shell that allows the gun to be released by a slight twist. Clever. Also, it’s very comfortable. All-leather backing protects your gun from moisture and keeps your iron off your skin. MSRP: $49.95 With the introduction of M400 TREAD Predator, hunters now have a reason for looking to Sig. The rifle is chambered in 5.56 NATO and has a few improvements that make it a great addition. The carbine features a fully adjustable stock that allows users to adjust the cheek rise and lengthen the pull with just a few knobs. The handguard, Sig’s Predator model, not only has plenty of M-Lok space but also has a wide flat bottom that allows for steady resting on a fence post or another support. The TREAD Predator has a quick single-stage trigger and is the perfect tool to get coyotes roaring. MSRP: $1.100CCI Clean-22 REALTREE AmmoLess fouling and more stealthy… there’s nothing to love about CCI Clean-22 Realtree. Rimfire ammo is a long-standing product that uses Federal/CCI’s polymer jacketing, which prevents lead from clogging a rifle’s bore. Realtree has partnered with the ammo-maker to improve the quality of the available batches. The plastic jug comes with 400 rounds of clean ammunition, which should keep even the most experienced shooter busy for a few hours. It can kick a 40-grain bullet at 1,235 fps at its muzzle. That’s enough to take out any cottontail or brushy. MSRP $43.99, jug 400Federal Premium 10-mm Punch AmmoFederal is the first ammo company to specifically develop ammunition for civilian defense use. PUNCH ammunition fills an important niche in the ammo giant’s catalog. It’s also been adapted to fit more shooters over the years. Federal has unveiled a new 200-grain 10mm ammunition in the PUNCH line. This will give citizens with arms an advantage in life-and death situations. The hollow-point loads are designed to meet or exceed FBI penetration standards and leave the muzzle at 1,100 feet per second. This doesn’t just apply to the terminal. Shooters can expect flawless functionality in every handgun it runs thanks to the use of nickel-plated brass with sealed primers. MSRP: $30.99, box 20M&P Shield + 9mmLittle Double. The M&P Shield conceal-carry pistol is one of the most popular. The pistol was easy to conceal, intuitive to use, and chambered to stop potential threats. This is now a thing of the passé. The Shield Plus increases the capacity of the demure heat exchanger, bringing the pistol in line to other micro-compacts on the market. The 9mm is equipped with 13+1 rounds, which gives it more firepower than any other lethal-force weapon. The best thing about Smith & Wesson’s pistol is its manageable size. It measures 6.1 inches long, 1.1 inches wide, and weighs 20 ounces. MSRP: $553. The OSS RAD 9 & RAD 45 are significant improvements in pistol suppressors. They offer greater flexibility and a better shooting experience. The Flow-Baffle technology of OSS is the heart of the suppressor. It virtually eliminates all blow-back. Radial baffles are the secret ingredient. They route the expanding gases around the perimeter of the device and out the front. Modular, the suppressor can be configured in two different configurations. The RAD 9 measures 7.7 inches at its full length and can be adjusted from 5.15 inches to 5.15 inches. The RAD 45 can be modified from 8.6 inches to 6.4 inches. The cans are great for long, enjoyable shooting sessions in any setting. MSRP: RAD 9 $849; Rad 45 $999Hornady Driver FTXHunt during muzzleloader seasons with sabot round and you’ll see their drawback. They’re accurate to a fault, but they are a pain to manage. There was a better way. The Bore Driver FTX is a system that’s designed to perform like a sabot, but it can’t load. Hornady chose a polymer base for its sealing capabilities. However, it doesn’t require you to throw your back out to ram home. The legendary FlexTip (FTX), Hornady’s famous bullet, sits atop the base. It has class-leading ballistic coefficients as well as downrange performance. Translated, this means that the.50-calibers will shoot to your muzzleloader’s limits. MSRP: $29.99 Box of 20Galco Classic 2.0 Speedloader CarrierReloading your revolver is a challenge that all armed citizens are well aware. It’s important to know how to keep your reloads safe and secure until you need them. Galco has the solution with its speedloader carrier that is tailored to its shoulder-holster rigs. The system allows for quick and efficient reloads that are compatible with the most popular techniques. The ambidextrous system can withstand any punishment. The carrier is made of 100 percent premium center-cut steerhide, and sturdy steel snaps. It can be used with any caliber for years. MSRP: $39Luth-AR MBA-5 AR Upgrade StockStocks usually pull up the tail end of an AR upgrade, but few enhancements–outside a snappy new trigger–do more to improve a rifle’s comfort and performance. Luth-AR is an expert at tweaking this part of a build. The MBA-5 stock comes equipped with the Anti-Rattle set screw from the company. This eliminates the annoying shimmy that is common with other options. Luth-AR also includes a flared cheek rest that provides a comfortable and intuitive weld. It also features a paddle-style adjustment lever that allows for quick positioning in six positions. The parts maker also integrates a Picatinny Rail on the stock’s lower rear. This is ideal for precision shooters who need a monopod to stabilize everything. The stock is very affordable and features QD attachment points. It’s also righty- and lefty-friendly. MSRP: $49.95Ruger Max-9Ruger is not new to carry-ready handguns. However, they have always stayed in more niches. With the MAX-9, it is now ready to tackle the fastest growing segment of self-defense arms-the micro-compact. The pistol measures 6 inches in length, 1 inch in breadth, and weighs 18.4 ounces unloaded. It is a small pistol with a good size. It can hold both a 10-round flush fit magazine and a 12-round extended cartridge. It’s also optic-ready–yes, that’s right. It is compatible with a wide range of red-dot optics. There are few pistols in its class that can compete with the MAX-9 at this price. MSRP: $499Wilson CombatX-TAC SupergradeArkansas, America’s heartland of custom gun-making and home to Wilson Combat. The popular manufacturer of top-shelf 1911s is known for creating custom firearms. Wilson Combat may have outdone themselves in the enhancement of one its most popular lines. Although the X-TAC Supergrade is not new, its release is still noteworthy. It takes Wilson’s “one shot at a time” ethos to its fullest. These John Browning classics are built by the company’s most skilled gunsmiths. Only a few are made each month. The carbon-steel beast’s fit, finish and performance are unmatched. Exclusivity is a benefit. Bidirectional, XTC frontstrap and slide treatment for enhanced grit, rear battle sight, front fiber optic, bull bar, and your choice of.38 Super,.45 ACP chamberings. MSRP: $4.795Colt AnacondaThere are few things that are as American as the Colt “Snake Guns” and.44 Magnum. This powerful combination is back in the hands of the iconic gunmaker with the release the highly anticipated Colt Anaconda in 2021. The six-round.44 Mag. The six-round.44 Mag. is not a one-on-1 clone of its predecessor, but shares more with the newly rebooted Python. The super-sized snake still has everything it needs to extract every bit of power from the cartridge. This includes a choice of an 8- or 6-inch barrel, a redesigned double-action trigger that is non-stacking, fully adjustable rear sight and Hogue over-molded grips. The Anaconda’s semi-bright finish makes it look even more appealing. MSRP: $1.499Editor’s note: This article originally appeared as an article in Gun Digest the Magazine 2021 American Made. 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