3-gun shooting competition is the doorway to profit if your store stocks the right supplies and gear.

As interest in the shooting sports grows, a lot of new gun enthusiasts are getting into competitions. Whether it’s 3-gun, USPSA or Cowboy Action, make sure your store has what they need to get on target fast.

The Double Alpha SHOTMAXX wristwatch shot timer is a lightweight, multi-functional option for your customers who want the latest in competition technology.

Organized by the U.S. Carbine Association, 2-gun matches are made up of stages that incorporate precision pistol work and transitions to AR-style rifle shooting. Many clubs are starting to incorporate 2-gun matches into their schedules and they’re a perfect way to ease into the growing sport of 3-gun.

The 2011 series takes everything that’s great about the good old 1911 and brings it into the modern age, delivering a gun with a solid foundation, time-tested performance, and all of today’s customization features that high-level competitors require to reach their potential.

3-Gun Nation is adopting a thrilling new elimination-style format, and Armalite is the new title sponsor of the exciting competition.

The Stoeger M3K is a 12-gauge semi-automatic with a 24-inch barrel and black synthetic furniture. It accepts up to 3-inch shells. Like all Stoeger semi-automatic shotguns, it’s built around the company’s Inertia Driven system for fast and reliable cycling.

CT's Kent Thomas: "We had a helluvalotta fun over the past 3 years and will miss the dust in our teeth, 2am granola bar hording and the glow of your lightsticks."