Holland & Holland Announces John Henderson as New General Manager

We are delighted to announce the appointment of a new General Manager, John Henderson. John, who will transition into the role early in 2025, has extensive knowledge of the field sports sector. He brings 28-years of experience to Holland & Holland from Pure Fishing, where he achieved significant success as Managing Director.

John began his career in the factory of Royal Warrant holders Hardy of Alnwick, a subsidiary of Pure Fishing, where he became accustomed to the intricacies of crafting items regarded as the pinnacle in their field. John’s extensive experience across the Pure Fishing group includes Quality Manager, Brand Business Manager and Commercial Director.

John Henderson, an enthusiastic shot, said of his appointment, “A company that holds such respect and prestige does not happen without an exceptional team of dedicated and skilled people. I am honoured to be joining this team and look forward to supporting them in driving this eminent brand into the future.”

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OPTIMISM IS IN THE AIR

This year, we’re hearing promising reports across quail country. Despite some regional challenges, accounts from many states suggest that habitat efforts are paying off and weather has been cooperative. From the lush fields of the Midwest to the rugged deserts of the Southwest, quail populations appear to be holding strong – even bouncing back in some key areas.

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Cole Fine Guns & Gunsmithing and Turnbull Restorations Produce Exclusive Beretta SL3 Custom Color Case-Hardened Field Shotgun 

Step into the world of premium shotguns with the new SL3 over-and-under, one of Beretta’s most innovative platforms. The SL3 model represents the pinnacle of modern firearm technology, seamlessly blending the finest advancements from the most prestigious Beretta platforms into one exceptional shotgun.

Welcome to a new era of excellence with the SL3. This model has been beautifully color case hardened by Turnbull Restorations and has been fit with gorgeous medium dark furniture with nice contrast and figure. 

Exclusively available from Cole Fine Guns & Gunsmithing, this handsome 20-gauge over/under is equipped with five flush chokes and 28-inch barrels chambered for three-inch shells. For details and pricing, visit https://tinyurl.com/9bb2cpk4

Available at Cole Fine Guns and Gunsmithing: Caesar Guerini Revenant Elite Field

NAPLES, Fla. – September 20 2024 – Cole Fine Guns and Gunsmithing, leading premium firearms retailer, is excited to announce that the stunning Caesar Guerini Revenant shotgun in is available via their showrooms and website. 

The Caesar Guerini Revenant Elite Field includes a round body action and radiused side plates to further enhance the dramatic curved lines of the action. The fore-end is graced with a winged fore-end iron and inlet escutcheon surrounding the push-button release, both hallmarks of the highest quality shotguns. A long trigger guard blends back into a swept back pistol grip, making the profile of the Revenant even more unique. The barrels feature a tapered solid top and mid rib. To further the goal of creating a truly extraordinary firearm, Caesar Guerini turned to world leader in engraving, Bottega C. Giovanelli, and their Director and Master Engraver Dario Cortini. His vision was to create a new and original motif for the Revenant, utilizing organic forms instead of the common scroll variations often seen on popular shotguns. With this goal in mind, Cortini drew a maple leaf and branch design that embodied elegance and celebrated the tradition of hunting.

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Young Awesome Hunter Beta Goes Live

Big media believes that the youth of America is broken. Our new online magazine “Young Awesome Hunter” aims to prove them wrong.

The first of its kind, Young Awesome Hunter (www.yahunter.com) celebrates the family values earned and gained by youngsters ranging from about age six to college seniors. Our powerful and unique editorial delivers first-hand accounts of boys and girls who have seen their lives expand and mature through participation in hunting, shooting, archery, fishing and conservation.

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Cole Fine Guns and Gunsmithing Partners with Rizzini to Introduce the Rizzini BR240 Cole Special

NAPLES, Fla. – 01 August 2024 – Cole Fine Guns and Gunsmithing, a leading premium firearms retailer, is excited to announce, in partnership with B. Rizzini, the Rizzini BR240 Cole Special. This new shotgun is a masterpiece that combines exceptional craftsmanship with cutting-edge modern technology.

Working in conjunction with Rich Cole, Rizzini has developed the BR240 Cole Special exclusive to Cole Fine Guns & Gunsmithing.  The BR240 Cole Special is more than window dressing.  Rich Cole created the stock specifications based upon 40+ years of gunsmithing and stocking experience and are available with or without an adjustable comb. The performance package includes an adjustable length trigger, 5 Cole Precision Chokes, and Speed Wrench. The following configurations will be available in the BR240 Cole Special exclusively offered by Cole Gunsmithing.

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Introducing the Derrick Mein Signature Series: A Special Edition Falcon Pro Kit by Ranger Shooting Eyewear

RANDOLPH, MA – Ranger Shooting Eyewear is excited to announce the launch of the Derrick Mein Signature Series, a Special Edition Falcon Pro Kit built in collaboration with our newest signed ambassador, champion shooter Derrick Mein. This exclusive kit embodies what makes Derrick a standout in clay target shooting and an Olympian.

The Derrick Mein Signature Series features a tough Navy Cerakote Falcon Pro frame with black nose pads and bayonet temples to cut down on glare. It includes two new Claysight lenses, Dark Amber and Light Amber, specifically chosen by Derrick to match the lighting conditions he encounters while shooting. These lenses come with Hydro-Coat and Anti-Reflective coating, offering the highest optical clarity and the most enhanced target definition in the industry.

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Winchester® Introduces XPERT® High Velocity Steel Shotshell for Teal—Shipping Now!

EAST ALTON, IL (July 1, 2024) — Winchester Ammunition introduces a high velocity steel shotshell for waterfowl hunters that live to hear the buzz of early-season teal.  Available in 12 gauge 2 ¾ inch and 3 inch, XPERT® Teal features high-velocity payloads that provide increased range and allow for shorter leads on fast-flying teal.

XPERT high velocity steel shotshells have long been considered one of the most dependable and consistent performing shotshells among waterfowl hunters.

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Meet Your 2024 Paris Olympics Clays Team

COLO SPRGS, CO – Eight shotgun athletes earned their spot to represent Team USA at the Olympic Games Paris 2024, July 26- Aug. 11. The athletes are as follows: Vincent Hancock, Conner Prince, Austen Smith, Dania Vizzi, Derrick Mein, Will Hinton, Rachel Tozier, and Ryann Phillips.

Hancock, of Eatonton, Georgia, qualified in Men’s Skeet and is looking to make history at the Games. Hancock is a four-time Olympian and a three-time Olympic gold medalist, (Beijing 2008, London, 2012, Tokyo 2020). If Hancock earns a fourth gold medal in Paris, he will become the sixth athlete ever to win the same individual Olympic event four times and only the fourth American to do so after Al Oerter, Carl Lewis and Michael Phelps (and the first in shooting). Hancock will also be competing in Mixed Team Skeet with Smith, an event making its Olympic debut.

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Joshua Creek Ranch Hunting & Sporting Resort in the Texas Hill Country to Celebrate 35th Anniversary! 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 21,2024 

Boerne, TX: 

Joshua Creek Ranch, Hunting & Sporting Resort in the Texas Hill Country, is celebrating its 35th Anniversary beginning with the upcoming 2024-2025 hunting season. Since 1990, Joshua Creek Ranch has been dazzling even the most discerning guests from all over the world. Custom itineraries, prime hunting & shooting opportunities, and exceptional outdoor sporting adventures are complemented by luxury resort amenities and warm Texas hospitality, resulting in a truly unique and top-shelf experience for visiting guests.

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