ICYMI: Headlines From
August 15 — August 19, 2022
NSSF Names 2022 Hunting Heritage Trust Grant Recipients
NSSF selected five recipients to receive a total of $100,000 in grants made available by the NSSF Hunting Heritage Trust.
“NSSF is proud to support these innovative projects that will address the needs of diverse groups working to inspire people to enjoy recreational shooting and hunting,” said Joe Bartozzi, NSSF president and CEO. “By awarding them Hunting Heritage Trust grants, we hope to see them achieve their vision.”
The recipients and projects funded by the grants are:
Camp Compass’s project will unite people involved with different types of hunting activities under a common symbol that is recognizable around the nation and even the world. Grant amount: $26,820.
Cute & Cocky will educate African American women about the shooting sports and hunting through a multi-state tour. Grant amount: $22,000.
Femme Fatale will introduce women who are either new to the shooting sports or are interested in expanding their knowledge beyond defensive shooting, or who have been away from the shooting sports and desire to get involved again with rifle target shooting and hunting. Grant amount: $10,180.
JMD Defense will work to reduce the number of minority children who are being shot or killed due to improper firearm storage. Grant amount: $17,500.
N.on.T.ypical Outdoorsman Inc. will produce and promote four videos that highlight first-time participation in hunting and target shooting among diverse audiences. Grant amount: $23,500.
These 2022 grant funds are the fourth to be released from the $1 million fund established in 2018 as the NSSF Hunting Heritage Trust. The grant was funded equally by NSSF and the Hunting Heritage Trust, which was founded by retired NSSF President and CEO Bob Delfay.
For more info: www.nssf.org
Traditions Launches Redesigned Website
Traditions Performance Firearms has launched a redesigned website. The site features upgraded images and graphics, a more modern streamlined look, improved navigation and an enhanced dealer locator.
Traditions’ website offers detailed information on the company’s full line of products and serves as a resource for customers before and after their purchase. With an extensive how-to library, load resources, suggested accessories, product announcements and more, the website is a hub for all things Traditions.
“We’re thrilled to launch our redesigned website,” said Alison Hall, Traditions marketing manager. “Those visiting the site will enjoy lifestyle graphics and product highlights along with enhanced customer experience features. Traditions continues to prioritize investment into key elements of our business and brand.”
For more info: www.traditionsfirearms.com
HK VP9-OR Recommended By NTOA
Heckler & Koch announced the Members of National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) have tested the HK VP9-OR pistol and given it a prestigious gold recommendation. This rating is part of NTOA’s Member Tested and Recommended program.
NTOA members tested and reviewed the VP9-OR, rating it in 13 different categories, including design, performance, ease of use, size, quality, durability, storage, versatility, convenience, application, comfort, accuracy and cleaning and maintenance. To be recommended, products must score at least above average (3.0) in all categories. The VP9-OR exceeded this threshold with a composite score of 4.7, earning a gold recommendation — the highest level possible.
The NTOA is a respected leader in the law enforcement community and these recommendations showcase the potential of a product’s usability for all end users, law enforcement or otherwise.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to receive this recommendation from the NTOA,” said Jason Whitten, H&K L.E. sales manager. “As a company, we’ve had tremendous success with the VP9, and this validation from such a respected organization is yet another great chapter in the story of the VP9.”
The VP9 family of striker-fired polymer pistols is HK’s most popular pistol in the U.S. and within the L.E. community. The VPs are known for their class-leading ergonomics, reliability, durability and shootability. HK upgraded the VP series in 2020 with the introduction of increased capacity magazines and optics-ready models.
For more info: www.hk-usa.com
AMMO Inc. To Separate Ammunition and Marketplace Businesses
AMMO Inc., the owner of GunBroker.com and producer of high-performance ammunition and components, announced its board of directors has unanimously approved a plan to separate its ammunition and marketplace businesses into two independent publicly traded companies.
Outdoor Online Inc. will be comprised of GunBroker.com and its related online businesses. Current AMMO Chairman and CEO, Fred Wagenhals, will assume the chairman and CEO role of Outdoor Online. The second entity, Action Outdoor Sports Inc. (AOS), will retain the company’s current ammunition and munition components business, including its well- established STREAK, Signature, Blackline, /stelTH/, Blueline, AMMO Brass and Hunt Ammunition brands.
The AOS CEO, executive management team and board of directors will be announced at a later date and in advance of consummation of this transformational transaction, anticipated to close during calendar 2023.
“AMMO’s management team and board completed a detailed analysis and assessment of our operations, business units and growth opportunities, all with the singular goal of unlocking and enhancing shareholder value,” stated Wagenhals. “With the supportive analysis of our trusted advisory teams, we determined a spin-off of our ammunition/munition components business would best serve to unlock significant shareholder value.”
AOS corporate operations will remain headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., with manufacturing operations based in Manitowoc, Wisc.
For more info: www.ammoinc.com
Winchester Ammunition Commits $125,000 To Folds Of Honor Scholarships
Winchester Ammunition announced a $125,000 pledge to the Folds of Honor Foundation, which provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen or disabled service members of the U.S. armed forces.
“We are so grateful for the patriots at Winchester and for the company’s generous support,” said Lt. Col. Dan Rooney, founder and CEO of Folds of Honor. “Winchester recognizes and addresses the needs of the military families we serve. These students deserve our help, and we’re thankful for Winchester’s commitment.”
The Winchester USA VALOR collection of military-inspired ammunition pays tribute to our fighting forces while supporting Folds of Honor and provides support for the bearers of their legacy through educational scholarships.
“We are thankful for the opportunity to support the families of those heroes through our partnership with Folds of Honor,” said Winchester President Brett Flaugher. “Winchester has proudly supported our U.S. Warfighters for more than 100 years on battlefields around the world and during times of peace.”
For more info: www.winchester.com/USAValor
