2019-04-01
by Scott Volquartsen
It starts with your grip Great shooting starts with the grip. It needs to feel just right. A perfect combination of comfort and functionality. This sentiment also applies to left handed shooters as well. This is why we are excited to announce our Laminated Wood Grips for the Ruger MK IV are now available for left handed shooters. Right handed? ...
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2019-03-20
by Scott Volquartsen
It's supposed to be that way… "I just received my extractor and it appears there is a defect in machining on it." We may receive this complaint/question more than any other. The good news is though - its supposed to be there and is actually an additional step that we take to improve the design of the part. What are ...
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2019-03-06
by Chad Wittrock
Tonight - An Inside Look at SHOT Show 2019 As expected, the 2019 SHOT Show did not disappoint. It was a hectic week as we connected with old friends, veteran dealers, and industry partners. We also had the opporunity to meet a lot of great new people, add to our dealer network, and broaden our reach within the constantly expanding ...
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2019-02-26
by Scott Volquartsen
Katie Pavlich's Lessons from the Range, Part 2 Last week we began discussing how some of life's most important lessons can be learned on the range. This article, in its entirety, was written by Katie Pavlich exclusively for Volquartsen Firearms and is featured in our 2019 catalog. If you want to learn a little more about Katie and you missed ...
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2019-02-26
by Scott Volquartsen
Have you ever gone down that rabbit hole called the internet? I know I have more times than I would like to admit. All I was looking for was something simple and next thing you know it's two hours later and I am more confused than ever. It's easy to do in today's world of information overload. It doesn't always ...
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2019-02-20
by Scott Volquartsen
Katie Pavlich's Lessons From The Range Part 1 For the last few years we've been honored to work with conservative commentator, 2nd Amendment advocate, and author Katie Pavlich. Katie has been a contributing editor to Townhall Magazine, a Fox News contributor, alternate co-host for The Five, a Washington fellow for National Review, and has appeared on local and national radio ...
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2019-02-15
by Scott Volquartsen
Insights of a World Champion If you've followed the shooting sports in any capacity over the last few years, you've undoubtedly heard the name Kolby Pavlock. Kolby primarily shoots rimfire challenge and USPSA. Last October, Kolby was able to defend his Rimfire Challenge World Championship for the fourth straight year, narrowly edging out teammate Cole Busch. With the kick off ...
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2019-02-02
by Scott Volquartsen
Ultralite and then some! They say a picture is worth a thousand words… One of the many reasons I enjoy SHOT Show the reaction attendee have to new products. This year was no different. The looks as customers picked up our Ultralite Rifle in a ModShot Chassis were priceless. They would turn to their friends and say "you have to ...
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2019-01-30
by Scott Volquartsen
50% Off Target Sear for the Ruger 10/22 In our pursuit of "building it better" we are constantly testing new fixtures, finishes and manufacturing techniques to improve the quality of our parts. Unfortunately, not every test produces the desired outcome. Our new polishing set up for our Ruger 10/22 Target Sears left us with some unfortunate cosmetic blemishes around the ...
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2019-01-12
by Scott Volquartsen
Competition ready in an easy take-down configuration - the Black Mamba is everything you are looking for and more. Whether you are a backyard plinker, looking to win your local matches or hitting the national competition scene - this target pistol is for you. A Black Mamba's instincts are to strike quickly and strike often with great speed and agility. ...
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