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CONTENT TRADITIONS Q4/2013 COVER STORY 4 2014 Merchandise Package: An Inspired Collection FEATURES Great American Outdoor Show Auction Gazette ON THE COVER: 12 The 2014 Friends of NRA Gun of the Year, a matched set of cus- tomized Colt XSE Governement Model and Mustang pistols. Chris Cheng, History Channel’s Volunteer Spotlight: Resilient Minnesota Chairmen Top Shot Season Four Champion, shot the two guns at the NRA 26 range and sliced the cards for the photo. STAFF Industry Corner: 2014 National Corporate Sponsors Editor & Design: Christina Paladeau 28 Co-Editor: Nicole McMahon MISSION STATEMENT FRIENDS UPDATE Established in 1990, The NRA Foundation, Inc. (“NRA Foundation”) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization that raises tax-deductible contributions in support What’s New & Exciting with Friends of NRA of a wide range of firearms-related public interest activities of the National Rifle Association of America and other 16 organizations that defend and foster the Second Amendment rights of all law- abiding Americans. These activities are designed to promote firearms and hunting BOARD OF TRUSTEES safety, to enhance marksmanship skills of Mr. Frank R. Brownell, III Mr. George K. Kollitides II Mr. Dennis J. Reese those participating in the shooting sports, President Trustee Trustee and to educate the general public about The Honorable Bill K. Brewster Mr. Wayne R. LaPierre Captain John C. Sigler firearms in their historic, technological, Vice President/Trustee ExOfficio Trustee and artistic context. Funds granted by The Honorable Joe M. Allbaugh Ms. Anne Lee The NRA Foundation benefit a variety Trustee Trustee of constituencies throughout the United Mr. William A. Bachenberg Mrs. Carolyn D. Meadows Mr. H. Wayne Sheets States, including children, youth, women, Trustee Trustee Executive Director individuals with physical disabilities, Mr. Steve Hornady Mr. Owen P. Mills Mr. Wilson H. Phillips, Jr. gun collectors, law enforcement officers, Trustee Trustee Treasurer Mr. Eric Johanson Mr. James W. Porter II Mr. Skipp Galythly hunters, and competitive shooters. Trustee Trustee/ExOfficio Secretary Traditions is published quarterly by The NRA Foundation, Inc., for the benefit of its donors and other interested parties 11250 Waples Mill Road . Fairfax, VA 22030 . www.nrafoundation.org GUEST EDITORIAL GUEST BY DAVID BARON President, Baron Technology, Inc. FOR THE FIREARMS INDUSTRY, DEFENDING AMERICAN FREEDOMS IS A WAY OF LIFE “It does not take a majority to prevail… but rather 4. Be proactive to demonstrate the good news an irate, tireless minority, keen on setting brush- of shooting and hunting. Volunteer to work with fires of freedom in the minds of men.” Scouts and 4-H programs that teach youth safe - Samuel Adams shooting programs. So clairvoyant were our Founding Fathers. The Bill 5. Proudly show your colors. Shooters are not nuts of Rights is so profound when you consider that it and radicals, we are everyday people that love our still clearly protects the rights of every citizen of sport! this great nation, for the past 223 years! Support “OUR” NRA. Now is the time to make our I am very proud to work in the US firearms indus- voices heard. To march and to be noticed by the try—we make our living from the rights offered by media, to stand and fight to preserve the wonder- the Second Amendment. This may be a job, but it ful gift our forefathers gave us. grows into more every day! It is a passion as well as a livelihood and a way of life! In 2014, Baron Technology is going to donate all of the engraving costs of this year’s gun(s) of the It is up to us to protect our own Constitution year to the 2014 Friends of NRA package. I chal- and Bill of Rights. As I reflect on that, I am left lenge my fellow business owners in the firearms with only one group that has a grasp of the task industry to match my donation! Let’s do some- at hand. For me, it is a simple choice to stand my thing meaningful for our country, for our employ- ground with the NRA and The NRA Foundation. ees, and for our families. What can you and I do to make a difference? Thank you and God bless, 1. Give! It takes resources to wage a battle of this David Baron size. For those of us working in this industry, it is the only cause that matters! The NRA needs our constant financial support! 2. Speak up! Spread the word, rally your local shooting clubs and ranges. Tell your buddies at hunting camp to get involved. 3. Write letter to the editors in your community. The voice of reason is a powerful tool. Traditions is published quarterly by The NRA Foundation, Inc., for the benefit of its donors and other interested parties See Baron’s embellishment on the 2014 Gun of the Year and other Standard Package items! Visit www.friendsofnra.org/merchandise. 11250 Waples Mill Road . Fairfax, VA 22030 . www.nrafoundation.org An CollectionInspired The 2014 Friends of NRA Merchandise Package BY CHRISTINA PALADEAU Event Marketing & Communications Coordinator, National Rifle Association ith the undeniable and increas- Following the trend of featuring a smaller number of ing success of the Friends of more unique and higher quality items established with NRA program in 2012 and 2013, the 2013 Merchandise Package, this year’s collection the pressure was on to create includes 27 items and encompasses a variety of unique, a 2014 Standard Merchandise exclusive and custom pieces. Package to reflect that and to Many of these items represent a culmination of the help continue the growth of combined effort of multiple contributors brought to- Wthe program. gether in their efforts to support Friends of NRA: manu- The selection committee, which includes the five facturers and embellishers, printers and metal casters, Regional Directors of field staff, carefully considered artists and framers, to name a few. Some items, most the options and chose pieces they think will make great notably the Gun of the Year, are the result of years of auction, raffle and game items pleasing to attendees planning and production. of Friends of NRA’s family-friendly banquets. Honoring The 2014 Gun of the Year is actually an exclusive two- American craftsmanship and history emerges as another gun package. Colt and Friends of NRA joined together theme of the package, and over a dozen items in the to create a limited edition NRA matched set produced collection are made in the USA. through two years of collaborative effort and develop- 2014 Friends of NRA Gun of the Year Colt XSE Government Model .45ACP and .380 Mustang Matched Pistol Set ment. Created with both shooting enthusiasts and per- This year continues the bicentennial of the War of sonal defense users in mind, the set features custom- 1812 and marks the 200th anniversary of the writing of ized, matching Colt XSE Government Model® .45ACP “The Star-Spangled Banner” near Fort McHenry at the and .380 Mustang® Pocketlite pistols. To demonstrate Battle of Baltimore. Friends of NRA chose to focus on these firearms’ resourcefulness, History Channel’s Top this significant period in American history with multiple Shot Season Four Champion Chris Cheng shot both at Merchandise Package items. the NRA’s state-of-the-art indoor range. View the video The Fort McHenry Commemorative Set features a of his range time at friendsofnra.org/merchandise. flag flown on the fort’s flag pole accompanied by other The Abalone Pinch Lock-Back Folder Knife and accessories celebrating the American victory at the Friends of NRA TV DVD Set also represent years of Battle of Baltimore and the birth of the national anthem. preparation. The delicate and colorful Abalone material Other Star-Spangled Banner inspired items include the used for the knife’s limited edition, 100 percent hand Henry Golden Boy rifle with commemorative embellish- assembled and finished production took over two years ment and the Bronze Star-Spangled Banner Tray. to collect. Similarly, the DVD set includes footage from Friends of NRA is proud to share the 2014 Standard three years of filming 30 episodes of the Friends of NRA Merchandise Package. Attend a Friends of NRA ban- television show aired on Outdoor Channel. quet and experience this inspired collection! 1. Henry Golden Boy .22 Magnum 2. Diamondback DB-15 NIB 3. Remington Model 887TM Nitro Mag Waterfowl 4. Abalone Ponch Lock-Back Folder Knife 5. Taurus 905SS2 Revolver 6. Fort McHenry Commemorative Flag Set 7. Special Edition Daisy BB Gun 8. Joe Foss Framed Display 9. M1 Garand Patent Plaques 10. NRA Pocket Watch 11. AR-15 Coat Rack with Logo 12. Dinner Bell 13. Friends of NRA DVDs 14. Metal Desk Fan 15. Family Drop Zone 16. Whiskey Barrel Centerpiece 17. Garden Markers 18. Bronze Star-Spangled Banner Tray 19. Don’t Tread on Me Blanket 20. Elk Antler Lock-Back Folder Knife 21. Gun Cleaning Mats 22. Signed Charlie Daniels Guitar 23. Ladies Gear Bag Package 24. Caribou Antler Slab Knife 25. Gunsmith Box with Commemorative Coin 26. Signature Gunny LineTM 8-Point Cover BY KATIE PARKES Special Events Coordinator, National Rifle Association undreds of thousands are expected to flock to the Pennsylvania Farm Show Com- plex in Harrisburg, Pa., for the Great American Outdoor Show in February, giving the National Rifle Association high hopes for continued success of the country’s largest consumer sports and outdoor show. The event, in its inaugural year with the NRA, will Hfeature nearly 1,000 exhibitors filling the 650,000 square foot exhibit space. But the show will boast more than just a venue for sales and services; the NRA plans to host training sessions, educational seminars and competitive activities for all ages.

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