Monthly Archives: February 2017
Winchester® Awarded Ammunition Supplier for the U.S. Army Modular Handgun System Program
EAST ALTON, Ill. (February 8, 2017) – Winchester has been awarded as the ammunition supplier for the U.S. Army Modular Handgun System (MHS) program, considered one of the most important military handgun contracts in recent history. Winchester will supply Full … Continue reading
Sightmark Unveils New Wolverine Red Dots
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Sightmark is proud to announce the release of new Wolverine Red Dot Sight models. Already known for their 1,000,000 hour battery life and robust rubber armored construction, the Wolverine family is happy to welcome 4 new … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Covers New Revolvers
(Wilsonville, OR)– Crimson Trace is well-known for innovation, demonstrated by the company’s extensive portfolio of more than 260 laser sights. During the recent Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade ShowSM (SHOT Show®) in Las Vegas, several manufacturers displayed new revolvers. In … Continue reading
LARRY VICKERS REVIEWS FNS STRIKER FIRED PISTOLS
Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is a retired US Army 1st SFOD- Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant. In recent years he has hosted tactical firearms … Continue reading
Ritter & Stark GmbH to Exhibit at Enforce Tac, March 2017
Ritter & Stark will exhibit the SX-1 Modular Tactical Rifle at the International Exhibition & Conference for Law Enforcement, Security and Tactical Solutions in Nuremberg, Germany, March 1 – 2, 2017 Feistritz, Austria (February 2017) – Ritter & Stark GmbH, an Austrian-based … Continue reading
IDEX / NAVEX 2017 ABU DHABI
The live demonstration at IDEX / NAVEX in Abu Dhabi dwarfs anything that Hollywood could come up with including the 1959 production of Ben-Hur minus Charlton Heston. You have terrorists, small boats, MRAP, other vehicles, helicopters, Mirage fighters, tanks, small … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Upgrades The Iconic 1911 With The Master Series Lasergrips
(Wilsonville, OR)—The Master SeriesTM Lasergrips® laser sights by Crimson Trace are designed to be an upgrade to one of America’s most popular firearms—the iconic 1911 semi-auto pistol. Master Series laser sights are available in a wide range of … Continue reading
The Inner Workings Of A Suppressor
There’s been a number of very good books written on the topic of suppressors. Some cover the historical development and every know application of suppressors; others, are simple non-technical but very useful presentations of what is on the market. I … Continue reading
WHY EXTREME VETTING IS NECESSRY
It’s Friday and time for our weekly shoot the shit topic! A shoot the shit is any event where the participants know very little about the topic(s) being discussion but it provides an opportunity for anyone to make unsupported statements, … Continue reading
BROWNELLS SUPPORTS H.R. 367 The Hearing Protection Act
Americans won a great victory in the battle to restore and retain our Second Amendment rights for generations to come in the 2016 election.With a pro-gun administration in the White House, and supportive majorities in both the House and Senate, … Continue reading
H&K SP5K A Commercial Semi-automatic Version of the Legendary MP5K
Heckler & Koch’s SP5K is the commercial semi-automatic version of the MP5K, which was developed in the 1970s as a 9mm selective fire concealed carry weapon for the purpose of personal security. Apart from changes made to comply with legal … Continue reading
Creedmoor Sports Now Offers Bore Tech Cleaning Products
Creedmoor Sports has long manufactured quality products for precision rifle shooters, such as shooting mats and stools, spotting scope accessories and apparel, as well as, of course, ammunition. The company also partners with other quality manufacturers to provide additional products … Continue reading
Advantage Tactical’s Dark Diamond Night Sight Now Available for CZ 75 and S&W M&P Pistols
Santa Fe, NM (February 2017) – Advantage Tactical Sights, a maker of innovative, accurate sights that allow rapid target acquisition, announces its revolutionary Dark Diamond Night Sight (ATS-DD) now available for two more pistol models; the CZ 75 in 9mm … Continue reading
Adaptive Tactical Releases its ‘Less Lethal Orange’ EX Performance Forend and Adjustable Stock for the Remington 870
Nampa, Idaho (February 2017) – Adaptive Tactical, LLC, manufacturers of innovative firearm stocks and accessories, has released its new ‘Less Lethal Orange’ EX Performance Forend and Adjustable Stock for the Remington 870. The highly visible bright orange easily marks the … Continue reading
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Federal Premium Ammunition Introduces 22 Long Rifle Range & Field Bulk Packs
ANOKA, Minnesota – February 17, 2017 – Federal Premium Ammunition is pleased to announce new Federal 22 Long Rifle Range & Field loads. The 275-round bulk packs offer convenience and economy while yielding improved accuracy for target and hunting … Continue reading
Tactical Augmented Pressure Switch (TAPS) From TNVC
TAPS (Tactical Augmented Pressure Switch) Pro from TNVC and Unity Tactical is a complete one point command and control system for all weapon-mounted electronics. It provides low profile, user-programmable, dual-device control for lights and lasers. TAPS Pro allows placement … Continue reading
Larry Vickers With A 1911 Tip: The Press Check
Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is a retired US Army 1st SFOD- Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant. In recent years he has hosted tactical firearms related … Continue reading
A Bunch Of Stuff!
It’s Friday and time for our weekly shoot the shit. We made it through another week in an environment that’s increasingly more insane, if you’ve been keeping up with the news. If Democrats keep their Congressional seats in 2018 it … Continue reading
Effective Small Arms Suppression
World Conflict Films posted a video that provides the viewer with a look of what it’s like to be on the receiving end of suppression fire. What was missing is your opponent trying to roll up your flank while your … Continue reading
HOGUE KNIVES ANNOUNCES FOUR INCH AUTOMATICS
Hogue Knives announced the addition of four inch automatic knives to their popular line of American-made folding knives. The new autos are spring-loaded four inch versions of Hogue’s popular EX-01 and EX-04 tactical folding knives. “We’ve worked hard to … Continue reading
PROOF Research Achieves AS9100 Aerospace Management Standard Certification
Columbia Falls, Montana – As part of its commitment to quality and to implementing the highest standards in its products, production process, and daily operations, PROOF Research has earned AS9100 certification. This certification-considered the quality-management gold standard in the aerospace … Continue reading
GPO, USA INTRODUCES THE GPOTAC 8XI RIFLESCOPE
Midlothian, Virginia, February 10, 2017—GPO, USA, the industry’s newest premium optics company, introduces the GPOTAC™ 8Xi riflescope. This product is German-designed and engineered to bring extreme features for the benefit of most serious tactical shooters. The GPOTAC™ 8Xi is built … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: Walther’s New Creed 9mm Pistol
For 2017 Walther Arms introduced an impressive new 9mm pistol. If you’re familiar with the company’s superb PPX, the Creed is an offspring from that great gene pool but with some of the bells and whistles omitted to deliver an … Continue reading
BNTI Arms Warrior Series (AR / AK) 7.62 x 39mm Now Available
The BA Beast Optics Ready Rifle in the Nigerian caliber 7.62 x 39 mm was developed specifically for the Nigerian military and law enforcement markets Jacksonville, Fla. (February 2017) –BNTI ARMS LLC, in Jacksonville, Florida, is the U.S. headquarters for … Continue reading
IDF Lt. Col. (Ret) Mickey Hartman and the MH1 Weapon Sight
You would be hard pressed to find a more likeable and gregarious individual than IDF Lt. Col. (Ret) Mickey Hartman; for me, every encounter with Mickey has been a learning experience and he loves to teach. Were I to serve … Continue reading
EOTech VUDU 1- 6X 24mm Precision Rifle Scope
At this year’s Shot Show, I finally got the opportunity to take a close look at EOTech’s Vudu 1-6X24mm rifle scope. EOTech makes the 1-6 x 24 Vudu in 3 models, the SR-1, SR-2 and SR-3; the difference being reticle … Continue reading
TANDEMKROSS Announces Addition of PRO EARS® Hearing Protection
HOOKSETT, N.H. – TANDEMKROSS, an innovative manufacturer of aftermarket firearms accessories, is proud to announce the addition of PRO EARS® hearing protection to their webstore. PRO EARS® is a manufacturer of world-class hearing protection for the shooting sports, hunting and … Continue reading
FREELAND : 005 SCHENK KNIVES
JUST IN CASE YOU THOUGHT THE GAME IS NOT RIGGED…
Well, we made it through another week and that’s always a good thing. I’m still in mourning over the Super Bowl. In ten minutes I watched the Atlanta Falcons turn a 25 point lead into a 6 point loss. It … Continue reading
Ritter & Stark GmbH Exhibiting the Future of Tactical Rifles at IDEX 2017
Ritter & Stark GmbH will exhibit the SX-1 Modular Tactical Rifle at the 2017 International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) in Abu Dhabi. Feistritz, Austria (February 2017) – Ritter & Stark GmbH, an Austrian-based firearms design and manufacturing company, will … Continue reading
GPO, USA INTRODUCES PASSION™ HD BINOCULAR LINE
Midlothian, Va., February 6, 2017 — GPO USA, the industry’s newest premium optics company, introduces the PASSION™ HD binocular portfolio. This product is German designed and engineered, and it combines quality, features, price and value for the benefit of the … Continue reading
Kalashnikov Group Privatization Approved by Management Board of Rostec State Corporation
Moscow, February 7th, 2017 – The sale of the Kalashnikov Group shares to Andrey Bokarev and Alexey Krivoruchko was put forward to the consideration of the Supervisory Board with the approval of the Management Board of the State Corporation Rostec. … Continue reading
A Look At Six Spyderco Folders For 2017
Spyderco one of the most highly regarded knife makers in the world was founded by Sal Glesser. The first product Spyderco produced was the Portable Hand in 1976, this “spider-shaped device”, which gave the company its name, was a series … Continue reading
Larry Vickers On The FAMAS F1
Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is a retired US Army 1st SFOD- Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant. In recent years he has hosted tactical firearms related … Continue reading
Federal Premium Introduces Hunter Match 22 Long Rifle
ANOKA, Minnesota – February 2, 2017 – Federal Premium Ammunition is proud to announce its new Hunter Match 22 Long Rifle ammunition. The load raises the bar for high-performance rimfire hunting ammunition, providing true long-range accuracy and outstanding terminal … Continue reading
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