Category: Events

A look at today’s SHOT Show chat; Transcript available for viewing

We held our first-ever live chat this afternoon amid the second "storm of the century" this month. 

It was originally scheduled to run for 30 minutes and we extended it for 15 more minutes twice due to the volume of questions. 

In all we received 97 questions/comments, answered 26 of the questions and posted a few comments.

Many of the questions were duplicates pertaining to Las Vegas, the Sands Expo & Convention Center and other potential venues. 

Our plan is to download all the questions and post answers to those that we didn't get a chance to get to. And we'll definitely schedule another SHOT Show live chat later in the year. 

If you missed the chat, you can view it at nssf.org/shotshowchat.

Video: ‘Mr. Whitetail’ shares his thoughts on the SHOT Show

"If somebody thinks there's no interest in hunting and shooting and the outdoor industry, I'd love for them to be here right now because they can see how really strong this industry is and how strong it's going to be in the future," Larry Weishuhn (aka "Mr. Whitetail) said at the 2010 SHOT Show. 

Weishuhn, a professional wildlife biologist who has developed whitetail management programs on over 15 million acres during his career, is also the co-host of Winchester's Whitetail Revolution on Versus Country and is the host of Winchester's World of Whitetail with Larry Weishuhn.

At the show, Weishuhn was flying the Thompson/Center flag at the company's booth.

See what he had to say about his experience at this year's SHOT Show:

SHOT Show Gun Auction: Place your bids

Three firearms are being auctioned during the 2010 SHOT Show, all for worthy causes. 

The first is a custom-built AR-15-platform modern sporting rifle donated by Rock River Arms to InterMedia Outdoors for a cover story in the Shooting Times' 50th anniversary issue (March 2010). 

Proceeds from the auction will go to the National Shooting Sports Foundation to help fund its Modern Sporting Rifle educational campaign. 

In addition to the rifle, a poster-size print of Shooting Times' anniversary cover featuring the firearm will be presented to the winner of the auction. This unique work of art is on display at the InterMedia booth, 13321, and put up for auction at GunBroker.com through Feb. 20. 

Bidding also continues at GunBroker.com for two other firearms, including the 4 millionth Savage 110 and the 10 millionth and one Remington Model 870. 

Proceeds from these two auctions will benefit the Hunting Heritage Trust. Bids can be made at www.gunbroker.com. The guns are on display at the manufacturers' booths on the show floor. Bidding closes at 1 PST today. 




State of the Industry: ‘Strong as I’ve seen it,’ says NSSF president

At the SHOT Show's annual State of the Industry Dinner, NSSF President Steve Sanetti noted that the firearms industry had a very good year despite a national economy that was clearly stuck in neutral.

"With sales and revenues in much of our industry at a decade-long high despite the worst recession in a generation, we have thrived," Sanetti said in the annual speech to members of the industry.

At the start of 2010, he said, the industry remains strong — and that by working together as an industry in meeting the challenges that lay ahead, it will continue to thrive.

"I have to say that the state of the industry in 2010, at the beginning of the second decade of the 21st century, is about as strong as I've seen it," Sanetti said. "Working together, staving off the challenges as we take advantage of the many opportunities we have with millions of new firearms owners that have joined our ranks since we last met in Orlando, we will all, individually and collectively, make a difference."

Sanetti attributed some of the industry's success to the contributions of those in the business.

"All of you have contributed so much — not just because of your successful business efforts, but by your presence here, you've shown that you care deeply about our enterprise and our precious way of life. Your membership in the NSSF and your participation in this greatest annual industry gathering help us help you, by funding those programs that help us fulfill our mission — to promote, protect and preserve hunting and the shooting sports," Sanetti said.

Sanetti concluded by thanking the audience for their "support of the SHOT Show, the shooting sports, the National Shooting Sports Foundation, and most importantly, for helping us nurture those values we all care so much about, that constitute the very best of our American way of life."

See all of NSSF President Steve Sanetti's remarks from the State of the Industry:

Officials honored at show for developing Clark County Shooting Park

The Clark County Shooting Park opened last month in the Las Vegas area, capping a 25-year effort to open a world-class shooting facility for the public. 

At the SHOT Show, NSSF honored members of the Clark County Commission for their leadership in developing the shooting park. NSSF also recognized the important role Sen. Harry Reid (D-Nev.) and the rest of the state’s congressional delegation played in securing the federal assistance necessary to make the park a reality.

The shooting park is located in the county's District B, which is represented by Commissioner Tom Collins, a life member of the National Rifle Association.

“We are honored to be recognized by the National Shooting Sports Foundation for developing the Clark County Shooting Park,” said Collins. “We built the park because Nevadans enjoy participating in and respect America’s hunting and shooting sports heritage and our firearms freedoms. In view of that heritage, and of the economic impact of the SHOT Show, we are pleased to welcome the show back to Las Vegas and look forward to having it here in the years to come.”

NSSF Board of Governors Chairman Bob Scott noted how pleased members of the industry were that the SHOT Show has returned to Las Vegas and the importance of the city to the success of the SHOT Show.  

“Las Vegas has long been considered the home of SHOT Show -– now the 22nd largest trade show in North America -– and the destination of choice for our more than 55,000 exhibitors and attendees,” said Scott.

Watch a video from the reception: 

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Remington Collectible 870 Is 2010 SHOT Show Shotgun

It has won thousands of clay target competitions, accompanied millions of hunters into the field and captured the respect and trust of countless sportsmen and sportswomen. Reaching the 10,000,000 production mark in April 2009, the Remington Model 870 pump action shotgun is the most popular shotgun ever made. And now, the 10,000,001th Model 870 will be featured as the 2010 SHOT Show shotgun as the Model 870 begins its march towards its next milestone.

On Sept. 24, Remington Arms ran a full-page ad in USA Today® thanking America and the millions of Model 870 owners for making it possible for the 870 to reach the 10,000,000th production mark.

The Hunting Heritage Trust, which coordinates the SHOT Show auction for the National Shooting Sports Foundation, suggested to Remington executives that the 10,000,001th Model 870 would be a terrific choice as the 2010 SHOT Show shotgun. Remington agreed, thus providing thousands of Model 870 fans with the opportunity to bid on this truly historic firearm. The gun will carry the theme of "The First of the Next 10,000,000". It will be on display at the Remington booth at the 2010 SHOT SHOW in Las Vegas and photos can be viewed at www.huntingheritagetrust.org in mid-late December.

The 10,000,001th Model 870 will be tastefully and appropriately engraved by the artisans at Baron Engraving in Trumbull, Conn. Baron has engraved many of the featured SHOT SHOW guns and knives over the past several years. According to Baron President, David Baron, "The oldest record we can find of a richly engraved Model 870 milestone gun was the 2,000,000th 870 Wingmaster engraved by well-know Remington engraver Robert Runge in late 1973-early 1974. We think it highly appropriate to base our work on the highly impressive original patterns used by Mr. Runge nearly four decades ago."

Remington is America's oldest gunmaker and has proudly manufactured the Model 870 since its introduction in 1950 and every year since then. Although Remington introduced many variations of the Model 870 throughout the years to suit the specific needs of a wide variety of users including hunters, trap shooters, left-handers and youth as well as platforms designed for use by law enforcement agencies and military worldwide; the Model 870 has remained true to its original design. Gun owners everywhere appreciate the value and quality of the Model 870, making it the shotgun of choice in gun cabinets across the country.

In honor of this 870 Milestone achievement, Remington is also sponsoring the "10 Millionth Model 870 Shotgun" Sweepstakes. To enter the "10 Millionth Model 870 Shotgun" Sweepstakes and view entry guidelines, log on at www.remington.com/10milu. Entries will be accepted online from 9/24/09-12/31/09 with 10 eligible adult winners selected to receive a commemorative Model 870 pump-action shotgun, recognizing this milestone.

This highly collectible gun will be available for viewing and bidding exclusively on GunBroker.com. Bidding will begin on or about Dec. 28 and run through 1 p.m., Friday, Jan. 22, the closing day of the SHOT Show.

First Glimpse at New Products Comes at Pre-Show Media Events

Each year, manufacturers give the press a chance to test out their new products on the day before the SHOT Show.
 
At least three media-only events are being planned by SHOT Show exhibitors and their representatives at Las Vegas area shooting facilities on Jan. 18.

The events are exclusively for invited guests. However, working members of the press who have not received an invitation but are interested in attending may contact the event coordinator. Similarly, at the Media Day at the Range event, presented by Bass Pro Shops, SHOT Show exhibitors interested in participating may contact that program's coordinators.

Here is a profile of three such events, and we'll keep you posted if we learn of more:

Bass Pro presents Media Day at the Range

Jan. 18, 2010, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Boulder City Pistol & Rifle Club
Cathy Williams, cathy@cmgmarketingandevents.com, telephone 703-587-7142;
and Cory Cannon, ccannon@triplecurl.com, telephone 810-644-4773, coordinators

Participating are more than 40 companies; visit www.media-day.com to see complete list Other industry members can participate. Contact one of the coordinators.

Open to invited media only; interested members of the working press can request an invitation by contacting an event coordinator.

Buses will be provided at 8 a.m. from various locations in downtown Las Vegas (actual pick-up areas to be decided). A bus will depart from the 2010 New Product Event at noon to Media Day at the Range. A complimentary light continental breakfast will be offered, and a full lunch and refreshments will be available throughout the day.

2010 New Product Event

Jan. 18, 2010, 9 a.m. – Noon
Desert Sportsman's Rifle & Pistol Club
Kevin Howard, coordinator, khoward@howardcommunications.com, telephone 573-898-3422

Participating are Browning, Winchester Repeating Arms, Bushnell, Winchester Ammunition, Mossy Oak, Browning Footwear, LaCrosse/Danner Boots, Taurus, Polaris, Birchwood Casey and Crimson Trace. Not open to participation by other members of the industry.

Open to invited media only: interested members of the working press may request an invitation by contacting the event coordinator.

Buses depart from the Mirage North Valet Entrance at 7:30 am Transportation will be available from this event to other media events Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.

2010 Smith & Wesson Shoot Out

Jan. 18, 2010, 12:30 – 4:30 p.m.
American Shooters
Tonya Giudice, info@blueheroncomm.com, telephone 800-654-3766, coordinator

Participating are Smith & Wesson, Thompson Center, Walther, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Coleman, Dallas Safari Club and Trijicon. Not open to participation by other members of the industry.

Open to invited media only; interested members of the working (editorial) press may request an invitation by contacting the event coordinator.

A bus from the 2010 New Product Event at the Desert Sportsman's Rifle & Pistol Club will depart from there at noon; a bus from the Sands will depart at 12:15 p.m.

Snacks will be provided.

Note: All of these events are being planned independent of the SHOT Show and are not official SHOT Show events.