The April issue of Shooting Industry takes a look at some of the best new products SHOT Show had to offer this year, and highlights those dealers selected as potential top-sellers. In "Best In Show," Carolee Anita Boyles speaks to several dealers about their expectations for the business year, collecting their reactions to SHOT Show's new product offerings. She speaks with Joe Keffer, owner and president of Sportsman's Shop in New Holland, Pa., to find out which guns he ordered for his store.

"The Browning .380 on a 1911 frame is nicely done and is a quality piece that fits the hand well. As a semi-compact, I think that will do well," said Keffer. "The new Ruger LC9s Pro and the striker-fired LC9s will sell well, also. Glock introduced their line of optic-ready pistols, which is similar to the Smith & Wesson C.O.R.E. line that came out last year. The C.O.R.E. line sold well, so the Glocks should attract attention."

Shooting Industry Editor Jade Moldé provides an overview of the 2015 SHOT Show, looking at the near-record attendance, show improvements and business predictions for this year. The Industry Day at the Range is also featured, standing out as a must-attend event for many buyers and exhibitors to handle new products firsthand.

"Seeing and handling all of the new gear at SHOT is one of the show's greatest draws," said Kevin Wilson, Davidson's account development manager, eastern region. "However, actually using the gear is what puts Industry Day at the Range at the very top of my list every year."

This issue also includes the April New Product Showcase, featuring over 50 must-have new products, including firearms, ammunition, optics and more.

The April Dealers Only Giveaway features a Colt Lightweight Government Giveaway Package. The winner will receive a prize equipped with the Colt 1880RG Lightweight Government Rail Gun and products from Maxpedition — including a Star Spangled Banner 3D Morale Patch, Ferox Folding Knife, Testudo Case and Aftermath Bag. Valued at $1,465, dealers can enter to win the giveaway a www.shootingindustry.com/giveaway.

The Shooting Industry Digital Edition offers numerous "Hot Links" to provide more information to dealers. To read the April issue and to sign up for a free digital subscription, visi www.shootingindustry.com/digital-editions. For daily updates and rebate offers, visit Shooting Industry's Facebook page a www.facebook.com/shootingindustry.
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Contact: Jade Moldé (800) 537-3006 or editor@shootingindustry.com