Smith & Wesson Releases Lipsey’s Exclusive 610 and 617 Mountain Gun Models

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. announced the release of two new Lipsey's Exclusive revolvers, the Model 610 and Model 617 Mountain Guns. The Model 610 is chambered in 10mm Auto, and has a 6-round capacity. The Model 617 Mountain Gun, is chambered in 22LR and has a 10-round capacity. It is built on a medium-sized K-frame and weighs 36.1 ounces, with an overall length of 9.46 inches.

Smith & Wesson Releases Lipsey's Exclusive 610 and 617 Mountain Gun Models
Smith & Wesson Releases Lipsey’s Exclusive 610 and 617 Mountain Gun Models2025-07-02T00:49:45+00:00

FPC to Congress: Do Your Job

The Firearms Policy Coalition issued a statement in response to the Senate's release of reconciliation language in the “One Big Beautiful Bill” – “All Members of Congress take an oath to “support and defend the Constitution of the United States…” FPC calls on Congress to fulfill that oath …”

FPC to Congress: Do Your Job
FPC to Congress: Do Your Job2025-07-02T00:49:43+00:00

FPC Brief: California’s Age-Based Firearms Ban Is Unconstitutional

The Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced that the organization has commenced appellate briefing at the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Poway Weapons & Gear v. California Attorney General Rob Bonta, FPC's challenge to California's ban on firearm purchases by adults under the age of 21.

FPC Brief: California's Age-Based Firearms Ban Is Unconstitutional
FPC Brief: California’s Age-Based Firearms Ban Is Unconstitutional2025-07-02T00:49:40+00:00

SAF Files Brief in California 18-20 Purchase Ban Lawsuit

The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and its partners have filed their opening appellate brief with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in PWGG v. Bonta (formerly Jones v. Bonta), SAF's challenge to California's firearm purchase ban for adults under 21 years old.

SAF Files Brief in California 18-20 Purchase Ban Lawsuit
SAF Files Brief in California 18-20 Purchase Ban Lawsuit2025-07-02T00:49:38+00:00

Tennessee, Idaho & Vermont Celebrate Enactment Day

Three states will enjoy enactment of bills that advance knife rights. Knife Rights' bills signed into law earlier this year take effect in Tennessee, Idaho and Vermont.

Tennessee, Idaho & Vermont Celebrate Enactment Day
Tennessee, Idaho & Vermont Celebrate Enactment Day2025-07-02T00:49:37+00:00

New Law Prohibits Sale of Invasive Pond Slider Turtles

Under Vermont's newly-passed Act 47 of 2025 the sale of pond slider turtles, which includes the popular red-eared slider, is subject to new restrictions starting July 1, 2025. Pond sliders are the most popular turtle sold in pet stores nationwide. They are also an invasive species that competes for food and habitat with native species like the painted turtle.

New Law Prohibits Sale of Invasive Pond Slider Turtles
New Law Prohibits Sale of Invasive Pond Slider Turtles2025-07-02T00:49:35+00:00

DRIVE. Organizational Solutions Launches

DRIVE oganizational Solutions is excited to announce the launch of their leadership and organizational development firm founded by firearms industry veteran, Kristi Elrod.

DRIVE. Organizational Solutions Launches
DRIVE. Organizational Solutions Launches2025-07-02T00:49:34+00:00

Azimuth Technology Welcomes Dustin Emholtz as Director of Business Development

Azimuth announces the addition of Dustin Emholtz to our business development team. A U.S. Army veteran and seasoned firearms executive, Dustin brings over 20 years of industry experience, including key roles at DPMS, LUTH-AR, Element Arms, APF & Dimensional Experts Manufacturing.

Azimuth Technology Welcomes Dustin Emholtz as Director of Business Development
Azimuth Technology Welcomes Dustin Emholtz as Director of Business Development2025-07-02T00:49:33+00:00

U.S. Army Awards $4.9 Million Contract for More FN M240L Medium Machine Guns

FN America announces that it has been awarded a $4.9 million contract to supply the U.S. Army with additional FN® M240L medium machine guns. The M240L was originally adopted by the U.S. Army in 2010, after a joint development effort with FN to create a lighter, yet durable, medium machine gun.

U.S. Army Awards $4.9 Million Contract for More FN M240L Medium Machine Guns
U.S. Army Awards $4.9 Million Contract for More FN M240L Medium Machine Guns2025-07-02T00:49:32+00:00

Most Capped Elk Zone Tags Go on Sale at 10 a.m. MDT July 9; Sawtooth Zone Tags July 11

All capped elk zones, other than the Sawtooth Elk Zone, will go on sale on July 9 at 10 a.m. MDT. Tags are first-come, first-served and available at GoOutdoorsIdaho.com, at all Idaho Fish and Game license vendors, Fish and Game regional offices, on Fish and Game's mobile app, or by calling 1 (800) 554-8685.

Most Capped Elk Zone Tags Go on Sale at 10 a.m. MDT July 9; Sawtooth Zone Tags July 11
Most Capped Elk Zone Tags Go on Sale at 10 a.m. MDT July 9; Sawtooth Zone Tags July 112025-07-02T00:49:30+00:00