
George Trulock passes away
The founder and president of Trulock Chokes, a familiar name in the US shotgun trade, died on 13 June after an illness.
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Saturday 3 October 2026

The founder and president of Trulock Chokes, a familiar name in the US shotgun trade, died on 13 June after an illness.

Jason Whitten becomes the primary point of contact for local and state law enforcement agencies at the German manufacturer’s US arm.

Roland Zobel joins the Nuremberg trade fair as marketing director with immediate effect, covering hunting, shooting and security.

The light, compact Rangeguide line is selling well for German Precision Optics. Gun Trade World looks at what sets the series apart.

Slugs are the hot topic in airgunning, and H&N keeps refining bullet-shaped pellets that hold energy better than classic diabolos.

Serious turkey hunters know the choke makes the difference, which is why Trulock has built a dedicated turkey range for dealers to stock.


Darrell Mitchell becomes president of the Texas optics group, bringing more than 20 years of planning and operations experience.

On 28 March, former Blaser owner Gerhard Blenk passed away at the age of 81 in his adopted home of Kelowna, Canada.

Joshua McBrayer takes charge of shotgun programmes in North America after six years with Blaser in Germany.

AJ Ferris becomes vice president of manufacturing operations, continuing the reloading equipment maker’s policy of promoting from within.

The Saint-Etienne gunmaker has confirmed it is joining forces with Cybergun Group, securing the future of one of France’s oldest names.