Ruger Max-9 Luger 9mm
Ruger MAX-9 Luger 9mm Pistol has all the features of a full-sized Luger 9mm in a size that fits comfortably in a waistband or pocket holster for everyday carry. Measures 6 inches with a slide width of less than 1 inch. Weighs 18.4 ounces. Striker-fired pistol is built on a precision-machined, rigid aluminum fire control chassis and fitted with a durable through-hardened steel slide and hammer-forged 3.2-inch barrel. Standard models have an intuitive thumb safety that operates similarly to those found on 1911-style pistols. Pro models available without the external safety lever. All feature an integrated trigger safety and a loaded chamber viewport for visual confirmation of a cartridge in the chamber. Comes with a tritium fiber optic day/night front sight; also ready for direct mounting of co-witnessed JPoint™ and Shield-pattern micro red dot sights. Ten-round magazine fits in the medium-textured grip; 12-round magazine offers 12+1 capacity and also extends the grip. Your choice of one 12- and one 10-round or two 10-round E-Nickel Teflon® coated magazines. MSRP $499. For more information, contact: Ruger Customer Service, 271 Cardwell Rd., Mayodan, NC 27027; (336) 949-5200; www.Ruger.com
Gamakatsu Big Cat Circle Hooks are designed for tough-lipped, thick-mouthed catfish with an offset design that naturally lodges in the corner of the fish’s mouth and a precision-sharpened point that penetrates as the line tightens. 2x-strong forged for enough backbone to handle behemoth blues and flatheads. Wide gap is ideal for large cut baits. Up-eye design for easier snelling with tough leader material. Available in 10 sizes from 1/0 to 12/0 in packs of 3, 5, 6 and 25. MSRP starts at $4.52. For more information go online at: www.gamakatsu.com
Butler Creek Element Scope Caps let you interchange with black, clear, and ballistic data disk caps that accept ballistic chart template inserts downloaded from the Butler Creek website. The charts include all of the information needed to make accurate shots at long range. At the touch of a release button, the cap can be flipped 180 degrees upright or over 270 degrees to lay flat and out of the way against the scope. The durable polymer caps withstand heavy use, extreme heat and cold. Offered in eight sizes to fit most scopes with six objective lens options including 35-40mm, 40-45mm, 45-50mm, 50-55mm, 55-60mm and 60-65m. Small (37-42mm) and large (42-47mm) eyepiece options. MSRP $29.95. For more information, contact Butler Creek at (800) 423-3537; www.butlercreek.com; www.facebook.com/ButlerCreek/
Northland Rumble Crankbaits are tooled from a block of the finest balsa wood with welded through-wire construction and a unique heat compression molding process to ensure durability. Hand-painted in 15 artisan patterns. Tank-tested to run true whether trolled or retrieved. Premium short-shank hooks. Offered in several sizes and running depths. MSRP $9.99. For more information, contact: Northland Fishing Tackle, (800) 786-3474; www.northlandtackle.com
Northern Precision custom swaged bullets are made to your specifications in calibers from .308 to .458. Soon to be offered in 6.5, .348, .400, .412 and .500. Premium bonded-core bullets start at $20 for 50. Shipping is a flat rate $15. Sample pack of 5 for $10. For more information contact: Northern Precision, Dept. FFG, 329 S. James St., Carthage, NY 13619; (315) 955-8679; npcustombullets.com
Rinehart Targets Badger Bag incorporates many of the same arrow-stopping features as the company’s premium Rhino Bag series, only at a more affordable price. Dual-sided polypropylene cover with waterproof barrier and burlap stopping core will hold up for countless practice sessions, season after season. One side of the bag features a badger outline with a variety of shooting dot sizes and colors. The flip side incorporates a unique vitals design marked for fiber optic pins. Measures 21 by 21 by 9 inches with a carrying handle and grommets for easy hanging. MSRP $44.99. For more information, contact: Rinehart Targets at: (608) 757-8153; www.rinehart3d.com
Prime Archery Nexus compound hunting bows offer a perfect combination of accuracy, speed, and comfort. The light cam system has been paired with reduced cable splitter weight for a 50-percent reduction in overall vibration. Faster cams and lighter cable splitters also make the Nexus the fastest Prime bow to date, launching arrows at 331 to 345 ft/s. NASA-developed Aerogel technology provides an insulated barrier between the aluminum riser and composite grip to assure a comfortably warm grip no matter the temperature. Not having to apply tapes or wear bulky gloves also enhances accurate and consistent shooting. Available in axel-to-axel lengths of 32, 34 and 36 inches with draw weights from 30 to 80 pounds. Offered in hunting solid and camo colors. MSRP starts at $999. For more information phone: (866) 456-8836; or go online at: www.g5prime.com
Hawke Optics Multi-Sport LRF laser range finders come loaded with high-end features at an affordable price. Distance, Rain, Hunt and Flag modes assure accurate measurement within 1 yard. Rain mode does not reflect off rain drops, and Hunt mode helps the unit “see” through light brush. Flag mode is for golfers. LCD reticle display shows range and signal strength with a low-battery warning. Fully multi-coated lenses; water-resistant with nitrogen purged fog-proofing; 6-power magnification with adjustable diopter. LRF 400 ranges from 7 to 437 yards; LRF 800 is good out to 875 yards. Field of view with either is 341 feet at 1,000 yards. One-inch objective lens and 0.6-inch eye relief. Two-year warranty. MSRP for LRF 400 $139; LRF 800 $149. For more information, contact: Hawke Sport Optics, 6015 Highview Dr., Ste. G, Fort Wayne, IN 46818; (877) 429-5347; www.hawkeoptics.com