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CenturyArms


on the hunt CenturyArms Inc – one of NorthAmerica’s largest importers of surplus/obsolete weapon accessories, spare parts and small- calibre ammunition – is extending its reach to cover Europe. Te company’s providers are


theministries of defence and ministries of interior, as well asmany other government institutions throughout the world. Te firmsays that all the


materials purchased strictly adhere to local and foreign-government rules and regulations. With a reputation for honesty,


reliability and integrity in its business dealings worldwide, CenturyArms is looking to buy new and used firearms, ammunition and accessories to offer in itsmarket. It currently sells to hunters,


collectors and target shooters inNorthAmerica and exports to companies that can provide an import permit and receive permission fromtheDepartment of State to export goods.


Smith &Wesson launches pistol


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n response to ongoing demand for slim, concealable self-


defence firearms that are reliable, accurate and in calibres with proven knock-down power, Smith&Wesson has introduced a slimmer version of its striker- firedM&P semi-auto pistol. Te polymer-framed Shield


(with stainless-steel skeleton for structural strength and stability) is readily concealed under clothing. Features like the 18-degree


grip angle, simple takedown lever, flat-profile slide stop,magazine release and flush-mounted safety thumb safety are retained. Te Shield also features an


extended trigger guard for ease of use with or without gloves. It is just 1in wide, 6.1in long and weighs 19oz. TeM&P’s low-bore line


CenturyArms Inc E:corp@centuryarms.com W:www.centuryarms.com


registration It has been reported onDeutsche Welle,Germany’s international broadcaster, that the process to introduce a gun registry database has been passed in the Bundestag, Germany’s lower parliament. Te decision is said to be


in response to a Europe-wide requirement to harmonise firearm legislation where the EUrequires member states to implement a central computerised firearm registry by 2014. Tere aremore than 10million guns registered in the country.


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combined with additional texturing of the back strap and grip give improved control and lowermuzzle flip,while stainless front and rear sights with single and twin dot setup provide fast target acquisition.


Slimline: theM&P semi-automatic is in a newversion.


FamiliarM&P safety features


include a passive trigger safety that prevents the pistol from firing if dropped and a sear release lever that eliminates the need to press the trigger in order to disassemble the firearm; a loaded chamber indicator is also located on top of the slide. TeM&P Shield is shipped


with both an extended and flat magazine allowing grip length to be customised.Te 9mm M&P Shield offers an 8+1 or 7+1magazine capacity while the .40 S&WM&P Shield is standard with either a 7+1 or 6+1 magazine capacity.TeM&P Shield will also be introduced in a California-compliantmodel.


Taurus’ JessieDuff claims titles Jessie defended her


JessieDuff, a pro shooter for firearmmakerTaurus, has scooped several national titles in the US Steel competitions. Jessie’s firstmatch saw her


compete in three divisions – .22 Optic Rimfire,Limited and Open – qualifying her for the SteelMaster title. Jessie said: “Tis was the first


match of the year forme and I wanted to kick the season off with a victory, especially withmy new relationship withTaurus. I was very proud to come home with three national titles!” Tematch went very well for


Jessie, and brought her to the winner’s podiumonce again.


2011 titles in Ladies Limited,Open and SteelMaster,making this the sixth year in a row to win the Ladies Steel Master title. Mark Kresser, the president


and CEOofTaurus USA, added: “Jessie is well on her way to takingTaurus to a new level and breaking open the door of the competition world. I was happy to have had the opportunity to see Jessie shoot her firstmatch of the season.”


JessieDuff collects her latest trophy.


Smith&Wesson has worked


with the industry’s top holster, laser and after-market sight manufacturers to ensure owners also have immediate access to high-quality accessories.


Smith&Wesson T: +1 413 781 8300 W:www.smith-wesson.com


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