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Friday, April 17, 2026  ■  Shows

Stoeger Brings No-Nonsense Performance to the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits

Stoeger returns to the NRA Show with one mission: deliver rugged, reliable firearms that work as hard as the people who carry them. Stoeger builds firearms for people who expect more from their gear without paying more than they should. At this year's show, Stoeger is exhibiting a full slate of new products built for real-world use—on the range, in the field, and everywhere in between.

Stoeger expands its trusted pistol lineup with the new STR-45 Combat, bringing .45 ACP power to a platform already known for durability and control. Built on the same proven ergonomics as the STR series, the STR-45 Combat features a high-traction grip and undercut trigger guard for a locked-in feel and faster follow-up shots. Interchangeable backstraps (small, medium, large) let shooters tune the fit, because control matters—and so does confidence.

Stoeger doesn't build safe queens. It builds pistols meant to be carried daily—and used when it counts. The STR-9 Thinline+ takes everything shooters appreciated about the original Thinline and pushes it further. A slim, one-inch-wide profile keeps it tight to the body, while the full grip ensures control isn't sacrificed. The Thinline+ adds a ported barrel for better recoil management, a lower bore axis for improved handling, and an enlarged magwell for faster reloads. Finished in durable Tungsten Cerakote, it's built to stand up to real conditions—not just look good in a case.

Stoeger introduces an all-new over/under platform for 2026: the V7000. This is a working gun—plain and simple. It brings together the heritage of a traditional double-barrel with a "get after it" attitude that hunters appreciate when pushing through brush or covering ground. Available in 12- and 20-gauge with 2 3/4- and 3-inch chambers, the V7000 features 28-inch barrels, a red-bar fiber-optic sight, and included IC, M, and F chokes. Shooters can choose between black or silver aluminum alloy receivers. It's a versatile, do-it-all shotgun built to perform without overcomplication—or overpricing.

Stoeger continues to build on the proven M3000 platform with the new M3000 Sporting model (#36084). Designed for shooters who put in time on the range but still expect field-ready reliability, this shotgun features oversized controls, enlarged loading and ejection ports, a 30-inch ported barrel, and extended choke tubes. It's a clean, classic look backed by hard-use functionality. Built to run. Built to last.

Stoeger invites attendees of the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits 2026 to stop by booth #2813, handle the new lineup, and see firsthand what dependable performance looks like when it's done right—and priced right.

To learn more about the Stoeger shotguns and handguns, visit StoegerIndustries.com.

About Stoeger Industries: Established in 1924, Stoeger Industries is headquartered in Accokeek, Maryland, and manufactures a full line of semi-auto, pump, side-by-side, and over-and-under shotguns for hunting, sporting clays, and personal defense, along with a complete line of airguns. In 2019 Stoeger entered the handgun market by launching the STR-9 series of semi-auto pistols. The company uses innovative technology and proven engineering and manufacturing techniques to deliver reliable, high-quality products to consumers with an industry-leading performance-to-price ratio. Stoeger Industries stands behind its products with a 5-Year Warranty.