by Joseph P. Tartaro | Executive Editor
Ithaca Gun Company, an Ohio-based firearms manufacturer, announced on Oct. 16 their decision to expand their manufacturing operations to the Myrtle Beach, SC, area.
Since 1883, Ithaca has been an American leader in the development and manufacturing of premiere multiple gauge shotguns and the venerable Model 1911 pistol. The company’s current ownership has made additional advances in world-class quality and state-of-the-art gun manufacturing.
The new Ithaca plant project will consist of a capital investment of approximately $6.7 million plus the creation of 120 new high-skilled jobs, including machine operators, gunsmiths, engineers and assemblers that will earn significantly higher wages than are average in surrounding area.
Ithaca will construct a new 20,000 square foot facility at Horry County’s Cool Springs Business Park located near Aynor, SC. The new facility will be located adjacent to the new manufacturing headquarters of PTR Industries, which makes AR-style rifles and carbines as well as other Modern Sporting Rifles, allowing for two respected firearms manufacturers to operate in the same business park.
At this new facility, the company will focus on the rollout of a new over-and under shotgun, their historic single barrel trap shotgun that already has significant US market demand, and a complete barrel line.
Ruger unveils SR-762
In mid-October, Sturm, Ruger & Co. unveiled its new Ruger® SR-762™, bringing the .308 Win./7.62 NATO cartridge to the popular SR-556® family of rifles The SR-762™ offers the downrange authority of the .308 cartridge in a two stage, piston-driven rifle that runs cooler and cleaner than traditional gas driven AR-style rifles.
New Ruger autoloading rifle in .308 Win./7.62 NATO.
The SR-762™ is an ideal rifle for those who appreciate the familiar and ergonomic AR-style platform. The .308 Win./7.62 NATO cartridge is perfect for hunting medium and most large sized game and enhances the capability of the AR-style platform in defensive or tactical roles.
The SR-762™ retains the features of the original SR-556® that make it a solid performer among AR-style rifles.
The patent-pending, two-stage piston delivers a smooth power stroke to the one-piece bolt carrier, which reduces felt recoil and improves the rifle’s durability.
The Ruger® SR-762™ has an MSRP of $2,195 and comes with three 20- round MAGPUL® PMAG® magazines. It features folding backup iron sights, a Hogue® Monogrip®, Picatinny rail sections and rail covers, a six-position stock, a sight adjustment tool, and a soft-sided carry case.
For more information or location of nearest dealer, visit online at: ruger.com.
Made-in-USA dot-sight
ADCO Arms Co. announced a production change for its dot-sight line in 2014.
Starting in January 2014 ADCO will begin distributing the new American Ranger dot sight which will be made at the ADCO factory in Woburn, MA, employing a new design over previous Ranger models. Continuing the quest for light-weight optics in this field, the American Ranger weighs only 4 ounces in the one inch version. It also comes with a unique double width single ring.
ADCO’s American Ranger dot-sight.
It locks in solid, making the American Ranger truly part of the firearm.
The first version will be a red dot presentation with a 3 minute of angle heads up display. There is nothing faster for getting on target and being spot on when it comes to target shooting or hunting. A nice bright red dot will have 11 “on” settings and 0 for “off,” powered by the popular 2032 size battery which will be included. A new package will present this new look in sights.
The all new American-made Ranger is part of ADCO’s theme of bringing shooters the highest quality products at reasonable prices. American Rangers can be found in America’s top distribution venues or contact ADCO for more information; phone 800-775-3687, or visit online at: adcodist.com
Strategic Merger
Plano Molding Company (Plano) and Synergy Outdoors announced on Oct. 14 a newly formed strategic merger called Plano Synergy Holdings.
Based in Plano, IL, Plano was founded in 1932 and is generally recognized as the leading brand in fishing and fall sports markets where it supplies tackle boxes, bait storage units, gun cases, archery cases, and Frabill-branded ice fishing, landing nets and live bait storage products. It also produces cases for cosmetics, tools and crafts, as well as storage containers and shelving for home and office.
Plano is currently owned by management and the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan.
Synergy Outdoors, based in Baton Rouge, LA, was founded in 2002 by Ryan Busbic. The company has grown rapidly since inception by developing industry leading brands, including: Wildgame Innovations; Barnett Outdoors; Ameristep Hunting Products; Flextone Game Calls; Halo Optics, and Evolved Harvest & Habitats.
Ryan Busbic, along with his brother Matt and father Bill, star in the hit show “Wildgame Nation,” on the Outdoor Channel. Ryan and Matt will assume senior management positions with the combined company, and will join as significant shareholders in Plano Synergy Holdings.
