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Ruger Announces the Return of an American Legend: The Ruger Red Label III Over/Under

Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #20gaugeshotguns, #rugerredlabeliii, rugershotguns
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Southport, Connecticut, Dec. 24, 2025 — Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) proudly announces the return of one of America’s most iconic over/under shotguns with the Ruger® Red Label™ III, renewing Ruger’s commitment to being a full-line manufacturer of firearms.

First launched in 1977, the original Ruger Red Label earned a reputation for rugged reliability, classic lines, and American-made quality. Decades later, the Red Label III continues that legacy while elevating it with premium materials and world-class fit and finish.

Built by the highly skilled craftsmen at one of the world’s premier makers of fine firearms, Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Company (CSMC), the Red Label III marks a new era in Ruger shotgun excellence.

This 20-gauge shotgun is offered in both 28″ and 30″ barrel configurations and features a beautiful walnut stock with a classic checkering pattern and a hand-rubbed oil finish. The single trigger is inertia operated and resets on recoil. In addition, the automatic tang safety has an integral first shot barrel selector. Capable of shooting 2 3/4″ and 3″ shells, the barrels have a precise internal geometry that produces consistent patterns and superior shot performance.

The Red Label III is designed as a sporting shotgun for upland game hunting, skeet and sporting clays, as well as waterfowling. Each shotgun ships in a premium custom case and includes five Tru-Choke-style choke tubes: Skeet, Improved Cylinder, Modified, Improved Modified and Full.

“Bringing back the Red Label has been a standing request from our loyal customers,” said Ruger President and CEO, Todd Seyfert. “By teaming up with Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Company, we’re able to deliver a firearm that meets Ruger’s standards for durability and reliability while elevating the craftsmanship to a level that honors the legacy of the original. Its return also marks an important milestone for Ruger as we reestablish ourselves as a full-line manufacturer of firearms, reaffirming our commitment to providing a complete lineup of firearms to our customers.”

For more information on the Ruger Red Label III Shotgun or to learn more about the extensive line of award-winning Ruger firearms, visit Ruger.com, Facebook.com/Ruger, or Instagram.com/Rugersofficial. To find accessories for the Red Label III and other Ruger firearms, visit ShopRuger.com or your local independent retailer of Ruger firearms.

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Browning, Hinton, and Mein Lead the Field at USA Shooting’s 2025 Fall Selection Match

Monday, December 08, 2025
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #derrickmein, #kaylebrowning, #krieghoff, #usashooting, #willhinton
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Krieghoff International congratulates the Team Krieghoff sponsored shooters who claimed podium finishes at the USA Shooting 2025 Shotgun Fall Selection Match in Tucson, Arizona this November, qualifying each of them for future U.S. National Shotgun Team rosters. The match drew some of the strongest competitors in the country, and the athletes posted solid results over the course of the event.

Will Hinton claimed the Gold in Men’s Open Trap. Will made his Olympic debut in Paris 2024 and has continued to build momentum on the world stage, highlighted by a top four finish in Men’s Trap at the 2023 World Championships. His international experience also includes appearances in Mixed Team Trap and Men’s Trap Team events, along with representing Team USA at the 2023 Pan American Games.

Kayle Browning topped the qualifying round as high overall and went on to finish the match as the Women’s Open Trap Silver Medalist. A one-time Olympian and Tokyo 2020 silver medalist in Women’s Trap, Kayle has been a steady presence for Team USA for more than a decade. Her performance in Tucson reflects a strong return following maternity leave. She has competed at multiple World Championships, earning two Women’s Trap Team medals, including gold in 2019.

Derrick Mein secured a Bronze Medal in Men’s Open Trap. A two-time Olympian, Derrick placed in the top five in Men’s Trap at the Paris 2024 Games and has been a key member of Team USA at recent World Championships. He earned gold in Men’s Trap in 2022 and silver in Mixed Team Trap in 2023, underscoring his position as one of the most experienced competitors in the sport.

“We are proud to see Kayle, Will, and Derrick finish the season with such strong results,” said Alex Diehl, CEO of Krieghoff International, Inc. “They continue to show poise and commitment in every competition, and we are honored to support them as they continue to compete at the highest level.”

About Krieghoff International

Dieter Krieghoff, fourth generation of the Krieghoff gun making family, established Krieghoff International, Inc. in the United States in 1986. Originally founded as a European hunting gun manufacturer in 1886, Krieghoff has evolved into one of the top names worldwide in competition and field shotguns, as well as hunting rifles. With a reputation for reliability, longevity and outstanding customer service, Krieghoff firearms are the choice of champions. Located in Ottsville, PA, Krieghoff is the sole importer and main service center in North America. For more information visit www.krieghoff.com.

USA Clay Target League Releases 2025 Impact Report

Friday, December 05, 2025
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #usaclaytargetleague, #youthshooting

The USA Clay Target League is excited to announce that its 2025 Annual Impact Report is now available. This yearly report presents the impact of the League on students, schools, conservation, and the greater outdoor community. The League is the nationwide leader in providing clay target shooting as a safe and fun school-sponsored activity to schools and students nationwide.

“31 consecutive record-breaking seasons is nothing short of a testament to the demand for safe, school-approved clay target shooting sports” said John Nelson, President of the USA Clay Target League. “Including the 13,200 new students in 2025, over 83,000 high school and college students took their first steps into clay target shooting sports since 2020. The League has helped hundreds thousands of athletes and families discover a life-long outdoor passion though America’s safest and most popular youth clay target shooting sports programs.”

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Will Primos’ Historic Purdey Shotgun Collection to be Auctioned December 5 with 100 Percent of Proceeds Benefiting Conservation

Monday, December 01, 2025
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #congressionalsportsmensfoundation, #ducksunlimited, #nationalwildturkeyfederation, #purdeyshotguns, #rockymountainelkfoundation, #truthaboutconservation, #willprimos

Dec. 1, 2025 — A rare collection of five Purdey hammer shotguns owned by famed outdoorsman and conservationist Will Primos will be auctioned on December 5, 2025 at 9 a.m. CT at RockIslandAuction.com, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to support wildlife conservation. The collection, featuring shotguns in .410, 28, 20, 16, and 12 gauges, is the cornerstone of the ‘Truth About Conservation’ campaign, an initiative to promote science-based habitat management.

In an unprecedented arrangement to ensure every dollar supports conservation – with no buyer’s fees or seller’s fees –100 percent of the auction proceeds will be donated directly to five of the nation’s leading conservation groups: the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, the National Wild Turkey Federation, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever.

The funds raised will advance the campaign’s mission to spread awareness of the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation and highlight how hunters’ and anglers’ contributions create healthy landscapes and abundant wildlife for the public. This unique auction allows a supporter to acquire a piece of firearms history while making a significant and direct contribution to the future of conservation.

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Desirae Edmunds Honored with NSCA Hall of Fame Induction

Thursday, October 30, 2025
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #DesiraeEdmunds, #nationalsportingclaysassociation, #nscanationalchampionships

Team Winchester and White Flyer member, Desi Edmunds was inducted into the National Sporting Clays Association (NSCA) Hall of Fame at the 2025 NSCA National Championship. Desi has earned this honor only bestowed on the greatest competitors in the history of the shooting sports, over years of being a champion, top-competitor, mentor, and ambassador for the sport.

A native of Anchorage, Alaska, Desi began shooting at 14 years old through the local Fish & Game program. Starting out in a weekly 5-stand league while she learned to shoot a shotgun, Desi became hooked on the sport. Since then, Desi has claimed multiple national and world titles, while consistently being a top-competitor in professional sporting clays.

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Team Krieghoff Shines at the 2025 NSCA National Championship

Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #krieghoff, #nscanationalchampionships

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 — Team Krieghoff wrapped up an outstanding showing at the 2025 National Sporting Clays Association (NSCA) National Championship in San Antonio, earning multiple podium finishes across divisions and events. The team once again demonstrated its skill, consistency, and competitive spirit on the national stage.

“Every member of Team Krieghoff brings heart, focus, and respect for their discipline,” said Alex Diehl, CEO of Krieghoff International, Inc. “Their performance at Nationals reflects their dedication and the performance they’ve come to expect from their Krieghoff shotguns.”

Leading the way, Mike Wilgus captured High Overall in the Main Event with a score of 282/300, followed by teammate Derrick Mein as Runner-Up with 278/300. Team Krieghoff’s strength showed across all divisions, including top finishes by Shelby Moon (Lady Champion), Turner Parcell (Junior Champion; back-to-back title), and Brandon Powell (All-Around Champion).

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Negrini Cases Supports Scholastic Clays Target Program Through New Initiative

Thursday, October 23, 2025
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #negrinicases, #scholastifcclaystargetshoointgprogram

Negrini Cases is proud to support the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP), a vital initiative that has introduced thousands of youth to the shooting sports we all cherish. “This is the most important clay target program in the United States… it is the future of our shooting sports.” says Steve Lamboy, CEO of International Case Company.

When you purchase a Negrini shotgun case featuring the official SCTP logo, a major contribution of the sale is donated directly to fund youth participation in trap, skeet, and sporting clays, and you will automatically save 25% off the retail price of the cases below. Each logo is carefully and permanently applied before the case leaves our facility. There’s no extra charge for the logo, just your commitment to the next generation.

Whether you choose a car, club and home case, like the popular 1693 series, or the widely acclaimed air travel-certified cases, your purchase makes a difference. Visit the selection of SCTP Negrini shotgun cases at https://tinyurl.com/2s3mx9x5

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Team Krieghoff Wraps Up a Winning Season Ahead of NSCA Nationals

Thursday, October 16, 2025
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #krieghoffshotguns

Ottsville, PA, October 16, 2025 — Team Krieghoff has capped off an incredible sporting clays season, earning more than 80 podium finishes across the five NSCA Regional Championships. From High Overall victories to multiple Lady and Veteran titles, the team maintained top form at every stop leading into Nationals.

Team Krieghoff has capped off an incredible sporting clays season, earning more than 80 podium finishes across the five NSCA Regional Championships. From High Overall victories to multiple Lady and Veteran titles, the team maintained top form at every stop leading into Nationals.

The first of the year’s Regional Championships, the Northeast Regional (June 9-15 at the Cardinal Shooting Center in Ohio), saw Brandon Powell capture High Overall in the Main Event, while Karen Miles topped the Lady field with wins in FITASC and Super Sporting. Madison Sharpe and Shelby Moon added podium finishes across divisions, setting a confident pace for the team.

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USA Clay Target League Shatters Fall Record With Over 16,000 Student-Athletes Competing Nationwide

Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #usaclaytargetleagure, #youthclaysshooting

From varsity standouts to first-time shooters, student-athlete participation soars in the USACTL’s 2025 fall season

The USA Clay Target League (USACTL) just launched its 2025 fall season with a record-smashing 16,841 student-athletes, competing on 1,109 high school, college, and homeschool teams across the country. It’s the League’s 31st consecutive season of record-breaking growth — remarkable momentum for a sport many still consider niche.

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Beretta Introduces the Daybreak Collection Apparel for Upland Hunters

Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Written by Shotgun Life Staff
Categories: News
Tags: #beretta, #berettadaybreak

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 — Beretta, the world’s oldest firearms manufacturer and a global leader in premium outdoor gear, proudly announces the launch of the Daybreak Collection, the latest addition to the Beretta Upland line. Purpose-built for hunters who demand exceptional comfort, mobility, and protection in the field, the Daybreak Collection blends Beretta’s timeless upland heritage with modern technical innovation to deliver gear that performs from the first flush to the last mile.

Combining classic field hunting aesthetics with cutting-edge fabric technology, the Daybreak Collection keeps hunters warm, dry, and mobile in all conditions. Each piece has been meticulously engineered with ergonomic stitching, breathable mesh linings, and weather-resistant materials, giving hunters the confidence to perform at their best from dawn to dusk.

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