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Accokeek, MD - Beretta USA and the National Rifle Association (NRA) are proud to announce the remarkable success of the Beretta 92XI American Combat Series auction held at the 2024 NRA Inaugural Women’s Leadership Forum Gala & Auction in Dallas, TX. This event combined the NRA’s Women’s Leadership Forum Auction and NRA’s Institute for Legislative Auction (ILA) Auction into a single, co-ed celebration. The live auction showcased an extraordinary array of auction items, culminating in the final bidding for Beretta’s exclusive 92XI Combat Series Set of 5.
The star of the evening was the limited-edition Beretta 92XI American Combat Series, a unique collection of five pistols meticulously hand-painted by a veteran artist from Howe Arms. This set honors the valor and resilience of our military, featuring iconic American combat camouflage patterns including Vietnam Tiger Stripe, Chocolate Chip, BDU, DCU, and MultiCam. The set is housed in Vaultek’s Lifepod XT2i biometric weatherproof firearm case, ensuring both style and security.
Richard Howe, a two-tour Army combat veteran and founder of Howe Arms, attended the gala to discuss this special collaboration and the Beretta charity match initiative. The crowd’s enthusiasm was palpable, leading to an impressive winning bid of $35,000 from Sara Potterfield of The Potterfield Group and Midway USA, for the 92XI American Combat Series Set.
Beretta USA matched this with an additional $10,000 donation to benefit two esteemed veteran charities: the Special Operations Care Fund (SOC-F) and the Disabled American Veterans Foundation (DAV). To enhance the winning bidder's experience, an additional special series set – the 92XI Foreign Combat Series – was also included for $35,000. Beretta again matched this with a $10,000 donation split equally between SOC-F and DAV.
"It was truly amazing to see everyone's response to the collaboration with Beretta on the combat camo series,” says Richard Howe. “Thank you to the Potterfield family, Midway USA, and Beretta for truly making a difference in so many veterans' lives with their generous donations."
Stefano Itri, Vice President, Beretta Defense Technologies, commented on the impact of these donations: "At Beretta, we are deeply committed to supporting our veterans who have sacrificed so much for our country. Matching the donations for the SOC-F and DAV through the auction of our limited-edition 92XI series is a small token of our gratitude and recognition of their service and dedication. We are honored to contribute to such noble causes."
Beretta USA and the NRA extend their heartfelt gratitude to all participants and bidders who contributed to the success of this event. Together, we are not only honoring the spirit of our nation’s heroes but also making a tangible difference in the lives of veterans and their families.
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For further information, please contact:
Beretta USA
Trang Dam
National Rifle Association
Howe Arms
Richard Howe
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About Beretta
Beretta, established in 1526, is the longest-standing industrial dynasty in the world, tracing its roots through 15 generations of continuous family ownership. Firearms bearing the Beretta name have been sold for almost 500 years. Beretta USA Corp. was founded in 1977 and provided the most widely deployed sidearm throughout the U.S. Armed Forces. Today, Beretta manufactures, distributes, and markets a complete line of firearms, accessories, and apparel. Beretta also owns and operates six retail Beretta Gallery stores worldwide. For additional information, visit www.Beretta.com.
About the NRA:
The National Rifle Association, founded in 1871, is America's foremost defender of Second Amendment rights. The NRA advocates for the safe and responsible use of firearms and supports a variety of programs aimed at promoting firearm safety, education, and community involvement.
About Howe Arms:
Howe Arms, founded by Army combat veteran Richard Howe, is dedicated to supporting disabled combat veterans and their families. The business not only provides high-quality custom firearms but also serves as a vital support system for those who have served our country.
About DAV:
The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) empowers veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity. It is dedicated to a single purpose: keeping our promise to America’s veterans. DAV does this by ensuring that veterans and their families can access the full range of benefits available to them, fighting for the interests of America’s injured heroes on Capitol Hill, providing employment resources to veterans and their families, and educating the public about the great sacrifices and needs of veterans transitioning back to civilian life. DAV, a nonprofit organization with more than 1 million members, was founded in 1920 and chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1932. Learn more at dav.org.
About SOC-F:
The Special Operations Care Fund (SOC-F) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of U.S. Special Operations Forces and their families. Through fundraising for specialized medical care, therapeutic programs, and family support services, SOC-F addresses the unique challenges faced by these elite warriors, ensuring they receive the care and recognition they deserve. Learn more at soc-f.org