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📢 Guns & Ammo's Optic of the Year: Leupold Mark 4HD We're thrilled to share that the Leupold + Stevens, Inc. Mark 4HD Riflescope series has been awarded Guns & Ammo's 2024 Optic of the Year! The Mark 4HD stands out for its ability to merge exceptional optical performance with many of the advanced features from the Mark 5HD series—G&A’s 2023 Optic of the Year. With models from 1-4.5x24mm to 8-32x56mm, this series is designed to deliver superior performance at an accessible price.

What a fantastic Pie & Pea evening hosted by BASC last week, raising an incredible £1,535 for the Gamekeepers Welfare Trust! 🎉 Viking's Andy Norris among other panellists fielded questions from the audience about current shooting sports issues including lead shot regulation, educating the next generation and the game meat industry. It was a valuable pulse check on the current sentiment within the shooting and conservation community. Thanks to everyone who joined, and congratulations to the lucky raffle winner who took home a pair of #Leupold binoculars! 👏 Every raffle ticket bought helps support gamekeepers and their families—thank you for making a difference! BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR SHOOTING AND CONSERVATION LIMITED Gamekeepers' Welfare Trust

Viking Arms is proud to be supporting the BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR SHOOTING AND CONSERVATION LIMITED North Pie & Pea Supper (Let’s Talk Shooting) event this week on 26th October at Ilkley Rugby Club. Andy Norris our Head of Sporting Sales will be a guest speaker alongside Fieldsports Channel's Charlie Jacoby, Hunting Kind's Ed Swales, Sir Johnny Scott, Robbie Moore MP for Ilkley & Keighley, Game Dealer Nick Lister and BASC's Gareth Dockerty. They'll be discussing all things #ShootingSports with host Duncan Thomas. There will also be plenty of opportunity for the audience to pose questions to this all-star panel. As part of the evening’s fantastic raffle, Viking Arms - Sporting are donating a pair of Leupold UK BX 1 McKenzie 8x42mm HD Binoculars, worth £255, with all proceeds going to support the Gamekeepers' Welfare Trust. Tickets are £10 and can be booked via the BASC website on the following link:  https://lnkd.in/ea8yEcn7 #BASC #GamekeepersWelfareTrust #SupportShooting #OutdoorGear #SportingLife #ShootingCommunity #LetsTalkShooting

Yesterday, BARBURY SHOOTING SCHOOL LTD played host to the highly anticipated inaugural UK Castellani Cup, and what a day it was! The event was completely sold out, with an outstanding turnout of participants and spectators, all eager to take on the challenging 100-bird sporting course designed by award-winning course setter, Josh Brown. The atmosphere was electric as shooters of all levels competed fiercely for the prestigious prizes, including Castellani shooting vests, glasses, kit bags, and over £1500 in cash prizes. The Viking corporate lounge added an extra touch of class to the day, with exclusive Castellani product deals, free fittings, and advice available to all attendees. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the team at Barbury Shooting Ground, and the fantastic team of referees for making this event a resounding success. The prizes were top-notch, and the organisation was seamless, ensuring everyone had a memorable experience. The Winners Some amazing scores came in, and we'd like to congratulate all of the winners: High Gun Joint Winners: Phil Smith & Richard Faulds – 94/100 3rd Place: Dean Horswell – 93/100 AA 1st: Luke Mortimer – 93/100 AA 2nd: Joakim Smith – 92/100 AA 3rd Joint: Callum Noble, Nick Portlock & Owen Jones – 90/100 A 1st: Harry Lee – 91/100 A 2nd: George Pearce – 90/100 A 3rd: Keith Spear – 89/100 A 4th: Natasha Vadasz – 88/100 B 1st Joint: Barry Lonsdale, Hywel John & Nick Slade – 85/100 B 4th: Adam Martin – 83/100 C 1st: Lewis Cripps – 83/100 C 2nd: Ryan Horner – 81/100 C 3rd: Matthew Bowman – 78/100 C 4th: Sam Tompkins – 77/100 Pool Shoot Winners: AA/A 1st: Max Tarr – 25/25 B/C 1st: Jase Cradock – 22/25 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eyEhXEEG #castellani #clayshooting #shootingsports

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal Visits Viking Arms in North Yorkshire Her Royal Highness spoke with Andy Norris, Viking Arms’ Head of Sporting Sales about the role of gamekeeping and wildlife conservation in the UK countryside and in relation to estate management. Her Royal Highness was able to see the latest Leupold rifle scopes and discussed the various calibres and ammunition available to the UK market. Andy Norris, Head of Sporting Sales; “It was an honour to host Her Royal Highness. Her deep passion for the countryside, along with her extensive knowledge of wildlife management and conservation, was evident throughout the visit. Her insights reflected her personal experience, making the day truly memorable.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/e4R4E3EF Leupold + Stevens, Inc. Jens Tigges Outdoor Marketing International GmbH #shootingsports #fieldsports Federal Ammunition Nammo Lapua Oy O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. Ruger Firearms Vista Outdoor Inc.

📣 Viking Arms Strengthens Brand with New Ambassadors 🚀 Viking Arms - Sporting, the Yorkshire-based distributor, has welcomed two precision rifle shooters, Adam Farwell and Steven Shorter, to its Field Team of Brand Ambassadors. This strategic move promises to enhance product credibility and elevate brand visibility for UK retailers stocking Viking Arms products. 📈 🔫 Adam Farwell: A Leupold + Stevens, Inc.-sponsored UK precision rifle shooter, Adam's journey in shooting began at the tender age of six with an air rifle. His dedication saw him excel in long-range target shooting, securing his Firearms Certificate and participating in competitive matches. Notably, Adam is a member of the British Open Team for the 2024 Centre Fire World Cup in Colorado, US, and achieved impressive placements at the PRS .22 circuit World Championships. 🔫 Steven Shorter: A contracts manager from Tenby, Wales, Steven balances his professional life with his passion for shooting. Despite only five years in the sport, his rapid progress is remarkable. Steven has been selected to represent Great Britain at the IPRF Centrefire World Championships in Colorado this September and is also the membership secretary for the Great Britain Precision Rifle Association. 🔥 Steven’s Shooting Kit 👇🏼 Centrefire ▶️ Defiance Deviant action chambered in 6 Dasher, MDT ACC Elite, SPHUR One Piece Mount, Leupold MK 5 with PR2 Reticle, MDT Ckye Pod, MDT Send It Level, Celtic Precision Support Bags Rimfire▶️ Zermatt Arms Rim X, MDT ACC Elite, SPHUR One Piece Mount, Leupold MK 4 with PR2 Reticle, MDT Ckye Pod, MDT Send It Level, Celtic Precision Support Bags Let's welcome Adam and Steven to the Viking Arms family. 🤝 🇬🇧 #VikingArms #BrandAmbassadors #ShootingSports #UKShooting

Congratulations to all Viking Arms - Sporting employees who successfully completed the THE GUN TRADE ASSOCIATION LIMITED (GTA) RFD course this week. From industry newcomers to seasoned professionals seeking a refresher, this informative and team-building initiative has been invaluable. The two-day GTA RFD course provides crucial insights for non-RFD holders looking to establish a business in the trade, equipping them to apply for and obtain their RFD. Additionally, current RFD holders had the opportunity to revisit best practices and reaffirm their key responsibilities as dealers. The course covered a comprehensive range of topics, including: 🔵 Law & Firearms: Definitions, Firearms Acts, Rules, Regulations 🔵 Registers & Certificates: Accounting, electronic records, sales permits 🔵 Licensing & Applications: Requirements, medical, business case preparation 🔵 Security: Physical and procedural measures, alarms, RFD certificates 🔵 Explosives & Ammunition Management: Licensing, storage, sales, record-keeping 🔵 Special Topics: Section 5 firearms, antiques, import/export, deactivated firearms 🔵 Trade Knowledge: Insurance, wholesale, marketing, social media, exhibitions 🔵 Operational Logistics: Carriage of firearms, dangerous goods, remote sales 🔵 Shooting Disciplines & Organisations: Design background, lead alternatives Click here to find out more about RFD courses run by the GTA: https://lnkd.in/eZ4yxvj8 It was a packed couple of days, providing valuable knowledge and networking opportunities. #TeamVikingArms #GTA #RFD #ProfessionalDevelopment #FirearmsIndustry #TeamBuilding #ExcellenceInTrade

Viking Arms Supports the Next Generation of Young Shots This Easter, nearly 500 young people from The Scouts took their first shots in the exciting world of target shooting at the Shanklin Rifle and Pistol Target Shooting Club. We’re proud to have supported this event by providing #CCI ammunition, in partnership with Arnold Heal, ensuring a safe and exciting introduction to rifle shooting for all participants. Read more about how these Young Shots got on with their first experience of rifle shooting. https://lnkd.in/e4_Vga8H #VikingArms #YouthEngagement #ShootingSports #Scouting #CommunitySupport #Ruger1022 #NextGeneration #CCI #Ammunition

We are ready to kick off the weekend with the The Stalking Show 2024. Head to the Viking stand to talk to our team of shooting sports experts about our range of Merkel, Haenel and Ruger rifles, state-of-the-art optics from Leupold + Stevens, Inc. and ammunition from brands including #Federal #Remington #Lapua and more. #Merkel #Haenel #shootingsports

The serene landscape of the countryside, the thrill of the hunt, and the pulse of the outdoor community come together at The Stalking Show and Viking Arms is looking forward to being part of the event. At this year’s show, explore Viking Arms’ biggest ever stand. Speak to our team of experts, including Thomas Atkinson, Emily Mather, and Andy Norris, about our wide range of sporting equipment, including #Merkel #Haenel Ruger Firearms Leupold + Stevens, Inc. Remington Arms Company #Federal Nammo Lapua Oy and more. Find out what to expect at this year's show: https://lnkd.in/eG4T_T92 #fieldsports #shootingsports