Hornady Manufacturing, a world-renowned leader in ballistic technology, received the 2010 Company of the Year Award of Excellence by "Sporting Classics" magazine, as showcased in the publication's March/April issue. Hornady is receiving the award for its consistent, innovative approach to creating new, high-performance products.

"Year in and year out this old Nebraska company surprises the shooting world with new and innovative products," the feature states, "making it an easy selection to receive the 11th annual Award of Excellence for the year 2010." -Sporting Classics

"At Hornady, we are committed to a forward-thinking approach that results in the creation of exciting and effective products for the shooting industry," said Steve Hornady, President. "It is an honor to be recognized by a publication as venerable as 'Sporting Classics' magazine."

Recognized as being one of America's premier outdoor magazines, "Sporting Classics" features industry-leading writers, and showcases outstanding shooting equipment and hunting destinations from around the world.