NSSF revealed that the FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System completed 530,156 background checks related to firearms for the week leading up to, and including, “Black Friday,” one of the busiest shopping days of the year. That figure is down from 2024's total of 613,380 for the same time period. The 2025 total is a 13.6 percent decrease from the 2024 figure.

SIGHTRON announced that they have selected Ian Arthur as Director of Sales. In his new role, Ian will be responsible for all domestic and global sales, rep groups, marketing, product development and training. Arthur will report directly to SIGHTRON's president.

Hook & Barrel Magazine® is kicking off the holiday season with a Yipee-Ki-Yay Christmas Giveaway designed to thrill firearms enthusiasts and fans of every dude's favorite Christmas movie.

NEXTORCH North America introduces the WL25 Tactical Weapon Light with Green Laser. This rail-mounted tactical light blends a high-output white light with an integrated green laser. Delivering up to 1,200 ultra-bright lumens and 44,100 candela, its focused beam can reach a distance of up to 459 yards.

The Gulf Council will hold a meeting of its Outreach and Education Technical Committee (Committee) on December 11, 2025, from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM EST. The meeting will be held at the Council offices located at 4107 West Spruce Street, Suite 200, Tampa, Florida 33607.

The South Carolina Waterfowl Association (SCWA) has opened ticket sales for the 2025 Holiday Mega Conservation Education Raffle (MCER), inviting supporters to take part in a seasonal tradition that pairs meaningful giving with the chance to win high-value outdoor prizes. The raffle launched December 1 and runs through December 15.

The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute® (SAAMI®) will present its 2026 Ballistics Conference September 15–17 in Baltimore. The event will include a two-day technical seminar and training course plus a range day for product demonstrations and a facility tour of the testing laboratories at U.S. Element Space & Defense.

Dead Air Silencers will be exhibiting at the 2025 RMEF Hunter & Outdoor Christmas Expo, taking place December 4–13, 2025, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendees are invited to visit Booth 21113 to meet with the Dead Air team and discover the perfect suppressor for their specific firearm setup.

Laser Ammo USA Inc.will attend and exhibit at the 2025 ALERRT Active Shooter Integrated Response Conference. Held December 7-10, 2025, in San Marcos, Texas, the ALERRT Conference brings together first responders, emergency management personnel, community leaders, school administration and hospital staff.

Easton Archery announces Easton Genesis Max Bow Case. Easton introduces the new Genesis Max Bow Case—purpose-built for NASP® competition bows. Engineered for protection, organization, and value, Genesis Max provides a secure fit for the Genesis bow, with dedicated compartments for arrows and accessories.