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The 940 Osborne: Where It All Began
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Global Defense Attends IWA OutdoorClassics Showcasing U.S. Firearm and Ammunition Brands
GLOBAL DEFENSE ATTENDS IWA OUTDOORCLASSICS
SHOWCASING U.S. FIREARM AND AMMUNITION BRANDS
Visit Hall 5, Stand 5-219
February 7, 2024 – Pompano Beach, FL – Global Defense™, a leading U.S.-based importer, exporter, and wholesale distributor of firearms, components, accessories, ammunition, and specialized equipment for commercial, military, and law enforcement markets, extends an invitation to attendees of the 50th IWA OutdoorClassics in Nuremberg, Germany from February 29 to March 3. Visit their booth in Hall 5, Stand 5-219, to explore the newest firearms and ammunition products from their partner brands, Franklin Armory, Genesis Arms, Liberty Ammunition, GOSAFE, and Rhineland Arms.
Jordan Young, CEO of Global Defense, expressed excitement about the anticipated turnout. “The 2023 IWA OutdoorClassics saw approximately 61 percent of the 34,000 trade visitors arriving from 119 countries outside of Germany, along with 82 percent of the 1,100 exhibitors. Given the high attendance and the fact that this is one of the most dynamic trade shows, it is understandably very busy. That’s why we strongly encourage people to schedule appointments with us in advance,” he added.
Global Defense Partner Products on Display at IWA OutdoorClassics 2024
· Genesis Arms: TTI JW4 Dracarys Gen-12 Shotgun
· GOSAFE: Mobile Mag and Mobile Safe
· Franklin Armory: F-17®-L and F-17®-X
· Rhineland Arms: R2000 (.308 Finished) and R2000 (.308 Unfinished)
· Liberty Ammunition: Civil Defense Line
Click here to set an appointment with Global Defense CEO Jordan Young during the 2024 IWA OutdoorClassics show in Hall 5, Stand 5-219, to witness the latest innovations in firearms, ammunition, and accessories. “Experience firsthand the cutting-edge products from Global Defense and our trusted U.S. manufacturing partners,” said Young.
For more information about Global Defense, visit www.globaldefense.us or contact CEO Jordan Young at +1-954-532-7621 or info@globaldefense.us.
For media inquiries, please contact Laura Evans at laura.silverbullet@gmail.com.
About IWA OutdoorClassics
IWA OutdoorClassics is the world’s leading international trade fair for hunting, shooting sports, and equipment for outdoor activities for both civilian and professional security applications. Held at Messe Nuremberg in Germany, IWA OutdoorClassics is in its fiftieth year of delivering an exceptional showcase, engaging supporting programs, and outstanding networking opportunities. The curated exhibition represents the perfect platform for discovering more about cutting-edge technologies and diving into critical topics of future importance for the entire gun sector. The professional audience at the exhibition is drawn to the solutions for hunting equipment, firearms and accessories, outdoor equipment, and security equipment for civil and official agency purposes. Participants visit the exhibition to meet decision-makers from across the industry, including hunting equipment manufacturers, security specialists, and more. Click to learn more and register here: https://www.iwa.info/en/ausstellerprodukte.
About Global Defense
Global Defense, a U.S.-based firm, is a premier Importer, Exporter, and Wholesale Distributor specializing in firearms, parts/components/accessories, ammunition, and specialized equipment. With a commitment to serving commercial, military, and law enforcement markets, Global Defense proudly holds all necessary licenses, registrations, and certifications. Our operations span the highly regulated international defense industry, ensuring compliance and upholding a stringent code of conduct. OUR MISSION: At Global Defense, we are dedicated to facilitating the seamless flow of products from manufacturers to end-users. As a trusted player in the industry, we prioritize maintaining the highest standards of legality and ethical business practices. Our comprehensive approach and experience encompass all marketplace aspects, making us a reliable partner for customers worldwide. OUR VISION: Global Defense aspires to be the epitome of excellence, offering complete global solutions to our industries. Grounded in principles of integrity, trust, and unwavering commitment, we strive to deliver exceptional service to our clients and partners across the globe.
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Deadline Approaching to Submit Poster/Award Nominations | 2024 CBRN Defense Conference & Exhibition
Registration Is Now Open
Registration is now open for the 2024 CBRN Defense Conference and Exhibition at the Baltimore Convention Center on June 24 – 26, 2024. Registration is required to participate in this event. By registering today, you can take advantage of the early bird discount and maximize your event participation.
For questions about registration, please email Raven LeMay at rlemay@NDIA.org.
Poster Abstracts Now Accepted
We invite high-quality professional posters that reflect the theme of CWMD and Pandemic Preparedness Inflection Point — We Must ACT NOW or Risk/Gamble the Future! Submit your abstract here by the deadline of February 26, 2024.
Poster categories include:
Autonomy & Robotics
Advanced Protection
Decision Support
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Simulated Training Environment
For complete details on the poster submission process, visit the event website.
Nominations Open for NDIA CBRN Awards
2024 NDIA CBRN Awards – Call for Nominations – February 26, 2024 Deadline
NDIA is accepting nominations for the two Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Defense Division Awards for presentation at the 2024 CBRN Defense Conference and Exhibition on June 24 – 26, 2024 in Baltimore, MD.
The Honorary William C. Baugh CBRN Defense Excellence Award recognizes an individual who has made the greatest overall contribution to CBRN defense programs during their lifetime. Achievements for which this award will be considered may relate to any of the many components that make up this highly diverse, complex, vital commodity:
Research and development through the acquisition of capabilities needed by the warfighters and first responders
Identification of ever-growing threats
Innovation in training for the current or future fight and identifying readiness initiatives for business opportunities
The Joseph D. Wienand NDIA CBRN Division STEM Excellence Award is in recognition of the greatest overall STEM achievement and/or efforts of an individual that most significantly impacted CBRN defense programs. This award recognizes an individual who, in the judgment of the panel, has demonstrated outstanding accomplishment through their own personal innovation and creativity in the areas of STEM. Example areas include but are not limited to:
Scientific, technological, engineering, or mathematical improvement
Enhancement of a CBRN defense-related product, system or process for the current year
The awards will be presented at the 2024 CBRN Defense Conference and Exhibition. We value this opportunity to showcase the great work that has been done in the CBRN community in the last year and look forward to recognizing all your achievements!
Exhibits and Sponsorships Now Available
Exhibit & Sponsorship sales are now open!
Showcase your products or services in front of the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear Defense communities through an exhibit booth or sponsorship! Visit our exhibits website for more information and to secure your space today.
Gain visibility and increase your brand exposure by becoming a conference sponsor! Below are a few highlighted opportunities, for a complete list, please visit our sponsorship website.
Premier – $10,000 Exclusive
Become the overall conference sponsor with exclusive and customized recognition!
Five complimentary full conference registrations
Customized “Premier Sponsor” floor decal in front of exhibit booth (if exhibiting)
Sponsor literature or promotional item made available to attendees
500 character blurb and logo included in CBRN Defense Featured Sponsor Email sent to all opt-in attendees (deadlines apply)
Contact Abby Abdala aabdala@NDIA.org for more information on becoming and Exhibitor or Sponsor.
Date
July 24 – 26, 2023
Location
Baltimore Convention Center
1 W Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Contact
Krystal Heard
Associate Director, Meetings
(703)247-2558
kheard@NDIA.org
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National Defense Industrial Association
2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 700
Arlington, VA 22201
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Birds Without Feathers Eat Well Together
Birds Without Feathers Eat Well Together
Take a Tex-Mex approach to preparing your fresh or frozen and Ziploc’d waterfowl
By Mike Gnatkowski
MUSKEGON, Mich. (February 7, 2024) – If I had a dollar for every time someone told me they don’t like to eat duck, I’d have a nice little nest egg. When I ask them if they’ve ever tried wild duck, they reply, “Well, no, but I heard it’s greasy.” I’m not sure who started the greasy rumors.
After a successful hunt, you will likely have breast fillets or a whole plucked bird with any waterfowl. You can skin the bird, leaving the carcass, head, or wing attached for transport. Whether it’s breast meat or the whole bird determines how you cook it.
Breast fillets are the best way to deal with birds with many pin feathers, which are tiny immature pin-like feathers common on young of-the-year birds or plumage on older birds that have not fully developed yet. The last place where the immature feathers develop is under the wings or the back. If they are few, you can easily pull them out. Otherwise, you’re better off breasting or skinning the birds.
On our annual trip to the Prairie Pothole Region, we typically breast the birds we get the first few days because young birds are abundant with lots of pin feathers, and we need to eat birds to keep from having more than our possession limits. If we get a mature mallard of pintail, we’ll still pluck it, but otherwise, we breast them knowing that one of our early meals during the week will be Duck Fajitas. The recipe is quick and easy to make and is an excellent entrée after a long day in the field.
INGREDIENTS (Makes Four Servings):
1 1⁄2 pounds duck breast meat (cut into 1⁄2 inch thin strips)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 limes
1 bottle of beer
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 green bell peppers (cut into 1⁄2 inch strips)
1 yellow bell pepper (cut into 1⁄2 inch strips)
1 red bell pepper (cut into 1⁄2 inch strips)
1 large onion (sliced into rings)
1 package of 8 tortillas (8”)
Shredded cheddar cheese
Sour cream
Pico de Gallo:
4 chopped tomatoes
2 diced jalapenos (seeds removed)
1 small onion
6 sprigs fresh cilantro (diced)
1 tablespoon lime juice
In a large bowl, combine the Pico de Gallo ingredients and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours. Place the duck meat in a shallow glass casserole dish. Sprinkle with soy sauce and lime juice. Add enough beer to the dish to just cover the goose breasts. Preheat the gas grill or prepare your charcoal grill. Place the onions and peppers in a metal pie pan, and drizzle with the olive oil. Place the pan on the gas grill and cook covered for about 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Remove the duck meat from the marinade and place it on the grill. Cook until rare to medium-rare on one side and turn over. Cook to your desired doneness and remove from the grill. To assemble, place a few strips of duck meat on a tortilla and top with the onion and pepper mixture, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and Pico de Gallo.
Stuffing is another way of utilizing large whole duck breasts. Lay a whole breast on the table and use a meat mallet to reduce the thickness by about one-half. Add a dollop of your preferred stuffing or wild rice. Lay a second piece of breast meat on top. Add a couple of half-strips of bacon or side pork over the fillets and roast for about an hour, taking care not to overcook them. Mix cherry preserves and some brandy to prepare a sauce to spoon over the duck before serving.
ABOUT NEXUS OUTDOORS
Nexus Outdoors, headquartered in Muskegon, MI, USA, is a leading worldwide designer, marketer and distributor of performance, hunting and casual odor-controlling apparel, footwear and equipment under the ScentLok Technologies®, OZ®, Blocker Outdoors®, Whitewater, HARDCORE, and Tree Spider® brands. It also owns American Range Systems, manufacturer and distributor of the world’s strongest and safest bullet traps. Nexus Outdoors is the only company with access to all scent-controlling technologies, including their patented Carbon Alloy™ and Cold Fusion Catalyst™ technologies, which provide superior success in the field. ScentLok and Blocker Outdoors are pioneers in the hunting industry, which many credit with creating a market focused on superior scent control to get closer to big game.
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SHOT SHOW 2024: FN USA
The FN 509 Tactical was introduced in 2018. The design stems from the U.S. Army’s Modular Handgun Trials. It is an optics and suppressor-ready 9mm pistol. The pistol features the company’s patent-pending Low-Profile Optics Mounting System™ that enables the platform to accept more than ten commercially-available miniature red dot (MRD) optics and remain adaptable to future optics releases with no requirement of direct milling of the slide.
In 2024 FN continues its expansion of the FN 509 family announcing new pistols including limited-edition models.
FN 509 CC Edge XL
FN 509 Fullsize MRD
FN 509 Compact MRD with Quick-Detach Compensator
FN 509 Limited-Edition Models
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SHOT SHOW 2024: WATCHTOWER FIREARMS
While at Shot Show this year, I had a great visit with an up and coming firearms manufacturer, Watchtower Firearms and its CEO Jason Colosky. Watchtower is a Texas based corporation with an impressive array of executive talent as well as a top of the line product portfolio.
I’ve been a 1911 fan for quite a few years and this year I had the opportunity to take a look at one of the more impressive 1911 offerings on the market. The Watchtower APACHE.
The APACHE is a 9mm double-stacked 1911 precision-machined from 4140 and 416R steel pistol. I absolutely loved the wide grip and texture. The trigger pull was crisp; breaking like a glass rod, at about 4lbs. All of the traditional 1911 accoutrements were brilliantly executed with an ambidextrous safety selector. WATCHTOWER uses a proprietary PVD (physical vapor deposition) coating on the slide, barrel, frame, and all major components. Its PVD finish is a corrosion-resistant permanent surface finish that protects your pistol from exposure to foreign elements, including saltwater. The original 2023 offering was a limited production of 1000 pistols but the APACHE is now a full production offering with a M.S.R. P. of $3,990.
WATCHTOWER Firearms, LLC
5045 FM 2920
Spring, TX 77388
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XS Introduces New Sights for S&W, Colt Revolvers and CZ P10 OR Pistol
XS Introduces New Sights for S&W and Colt Revolvers and CZ P10 OR Pistol
Fort Worth, Texas (February 6, 2024) – XS® Sights is pleased to offer new sights for Smith & Wesson and Colt revolvers and the CZ P10 OR pistol.
Minimalist for S&W K-Frame and L-Frame Revolvers
Minimalist night sights are now available for S&W K-Frame and L-Frame revolvers. Featuring a self-illuminating tritium with Orange or Green Glow Dot front sight and serrated, anti-glare, non-tritium rear sight, this sight set is designed to be as minimalistic as possible while driving focus to the front sight. The dual-illuminated front sight has a self-luminous tritium vile surrounded by XS’ proprietary photoluminescent Glow Dot that absorbs ambient light to glow in low light. The pairing ensures the front sight will glow brightly in low light and contrast well against the blacked-out rear in bright light conditions. This sight also has a rear sight ledge for one-handed racking of the slide.
Standard Dot Tritium for Colt Revolvers
Tritium Standard Dot night sights are now available for Colt Cobra and King Cobra revolvers. Designed to enhance your everyday carry gun, the unique dual illuminated front sight is available with a Green or Orange Glow Dot and has a convex shape which maximizes light absorption and intensifies the brightness. This new sight offers a superior upgrade over the factory brass sight.
R3D 2.0 for CZ P10 OR
The new R3D 2.0 is now available for the CZ P10 OR Pistol with both standard height and suppressor height options available. These second-generation tritium self-defense sights are brighter, stronger, and even easier to install than the original R3D models. Featuring a notch and post design with two rear tritium dots and a high-contrast, Orange or Green dual-illuminated Glow Dot front sight, the R3D 2.0 is designed to improve speed and accuracy in any light. The self-luminous tritium vile glows in low or no light for 12 years and is surrounded by XS’ proprietary photoluminescent Glow Dot making the front sight brighter than the two rear tritium dots. Combined with the wide notch rear sight, it provides more visible indexing for increased precision and accuracy. The rear sight ledge facilitates one-handed racking of the slide.
Improved features include:
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Bigger and brighter rear tritium dots.
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PVC rings surround the rear tritium dots for a more defined edge to improve sight picture and differentiate the front and rear sight.
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EasyPress features eliminate the need for filing and hammering and reduce the force needed for installation by up to 50%.
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BlackNitride finish with double the corrosion resistance of the original black oxide surface treatment for increased durability.
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All XS sights are backed by a 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee. The company also offers a 12-year warranty on all tritium products and a limited lifetime warranty on all other products. For more information, visit www.xssights.com.
About XS Sights
XS Sights is known for making the fastest sights in any light. For more than 25 years, the XS team has created some of the most innovative sights on the market today for pistols, rifles and shotguns. Whether used for personal defense or hunting, these sights are designed and built to be the absolute best for their specific purpose. American Made. Texas Proud. 2A Strong.
KUSA: Introducing KP-9 BRONZA
INTRODUCING KP-9 BRONZA
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Introducing the KP-9 Bronza, a special edition marvel commemorating the 8th anniversary of our flourishing presence in Florida. This edition elevates the standard KP-9, a civilian legal, semi-automatic pistol inspired by the iconic Russian Vityaz submachine gun, to a new level of artistry and performance, entirely made in the USA.
The KP-9 Bronza distinguishes itself with meticulously laser-etched art finished with a Cerakote coating, ensuring a stunning appearance and enduring durability. This design is not just about aesthetics; it’s a tribute to the craftsmanship and innovative spirit that have been our brand’s signature since we opened our doors in Florida.
Exclusive Offer: As a token of our appreciation, we are offering a $200 introductory discount to our valued customers during this private access period before the KP-9 Bronza is released to the public.
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Introducing the MultiCam® Black Wrapped Species
INTRODUCING THE NEW MULTICAM® BLACK SPECIES IWB HOLSTER
Carry with the style you want.
FITS:
Glock : 19, 43/43X, 45, 48
Ruger : Max 9
Sig Sauer : P365, P365 X, P365 XL, P365 X Macro
Smith & Wesson : M&P Shield & Plus
Springfield : Hellcat
Taurus : G2C, G3C
Species IWB Holster – MultiCam Black
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APEX Ammunition Introduces 28-Gauge Mossy Oak Green Leaf Turkey TSS Blend
APEX Ammunition Introduces 28-Gauge Mossy Oak Green Leaf Turkey TSS Blend
Columbus, Miss. (February 6, 2024) – APEX Ammunition is pleased to introduce the new 28-gauge Mossy Oak Green Leaf Turkey TSS Blend to its legendary line of turkey shotshells.
Available in 2 ¾” 1 ½ oz loads, these premium “duplex” stacked loads feature a combination of No. 9 and No. 10 Tungsten Super Shot delivering an unrivaled payload of 665 ultra-dense 18.1 g/cc pellets in a 28-gauge shell. Handloaded for ultimate quality control and performance, this sub-gauge turkey round delivers a devastatingly dense pattern that hits with exceptional energy and knockdown power. Each shell features clean burning powder and APEX’s Tungsten Propulsion Wad System engineered to deliver the tightest patterns possible and maximum barrel protection.
“The sheer density of TSS and its lethal performance in the field has been driving the resurgence of sub-gauge guns, and we are seeing high demand for 20- and 28-gauge turkey ammunition and even .410 loads for turkey,” said Jason Lonsberry, President and CEO, APEX Ammunition. “Once word got out about the performance of our Mossy Oak Green Leaf Turkey TSS Blend in 12- and 20-gauge last spring, there was immediate demand for a 28-gauge version which we’re happy to now offer.”
Designed for maximum penetration at extended ranges, APEX Turkey TSS loads are currently available in multiple gauges – 10 ga., 12 ga., 16 ga., 20 ga., 28 ga., and.410 bore – and a variety of shot sizes, shell lengths and blends.
MSRP:
$54.99 (per 5-round box)
For more information, visit ApexAmmunition.com.
About APEX Ammunition
What started in 2017 with a few handmade shells for a hunting trip with buddies has become an obsession to provide wingshooters with the absolute best performing ammunition possible. Founded by U.S. Veterans and hunting enthusiasts in the great state of Mississippi, APEX Ammunition pioneered the commercial application of ultra-high-density Tungsten Super Shot to create the hardest hitting, most accurate shot loads in the business. The driving principle behind the company’s continued quest for innovation and better performance is its commitment to delivering a hunting experience like no other. For more information, visit ApexAmmunition.com.
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Book Your Hotel Today | 2024 Undersea Warfare Spring Conference
Registration Is Open
The NDIA Undersea Warfare Division is excited to announce the return of the Spring Undersea Warfare Conference in San Diego. In response to pressing global security requirements, the classified conference will emphasize kill chain capabilities to support undersea overmatch through joint capabilities. Our Day Two sessions are organized around this theme, with sessions relevant to the Find, Fix, Track, Target, Engage, and Assess (F2T2EA) model.
Space is limited. Please visit the registration website for information regarding registration quotas.
Book Your Hotel
NDIA has set rooms aside at the Courtyard Marriott – Liberty Station, our host hotel. Please note, rooms are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and may sell out prior to the cutoff date. The deadline to secure your hotel reservation at the discounted rate is Sunday, February 18, 2024.
To view information regarding accommodations, please visit our website.
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Security Information
This event is classified at the SECRET level (SECRET//NOFORN). Attendance at the conference will be limited to United States citizens who have been granted a SECRET or higher personnel security clearance and who have the need-to-know. Foreign persons and U.S. citizens employed by a foreign controlled company will be prohibited from attending.
The security procedure for USW Spring Conference involves two essential steps: first, complete the background form (required for individuals without a valid DOD CAC ID Card or a valid retired military ID), and second, submit your clearance through DISS. Please note, these steps cannot be completed onsite and must be completed by Thursday, February 29, 2024.
1. Background Form – For those who do not have a valid DOD CAC ID Card or Retired Military ID (if you have a CAC ID Card, do not complete this step)
If you do not hold a valid DOD CAC ID Card or Retired Military ID, submit your personal information using the instruction sheet through the DBIDS Website, this is a secure DOD Website. Please ensure you follow the instructions on the instruction sheet. Once you complete the online form, you will need to send the confirmation page to the POCs outlined in the instructions. The deadline to submit is Thursday, February 29, 2024.
Failure to complete the form and submit the confirmation page by the deadline will result in refusal or delayed entry to the base. Please be aware that the office where the form is processed is not situated on the base and may take up to 4 hours to receive approval.
2. Security Clearance
The deadline to submit your paperwork for security clearance is Thursday, February 29, 2024. Failure to submit your clearance information in time will result in the inability to attend the conference. For additional details on how to submit your clearance, please visit the security website.
Security Clearance Website DBIDS website DBIDS Instruction Sheet
Sponsorship Opportunities
Join us as sponsors at the upcoming Undersea Warfare Conference. This highly anticipated event, known for its exclusive insights and limited capacity, offers a unique platform to position your brand at the forefront of the undersea warfare industry. View all avaliable opportunities here.
Featured Sponsorship
Networking Breakfast Sponsor $4,000 for One or $6,500 for Two (Available to two sponsors)
Sponsor logo hyperlinked on 2024 USW Spring Conference website
Sponsor logo with company description (100 words) included in conference program
Sponsor logo included in one (1) eBlast prior to event
Sponsor logo on promotional signage at event and table tent signage during selected Networking Breakfast
One (1) complimentary full conference registration
Sponsorship questions? Reach out to Abby Abdala aabdala@NDIA.org
More information about the event will follow, so please continue to visit the event website for updates.
Questions? Contact Krystal Heard at kheard@NDIA.org.
Date
March 18 – 20, 2024
Location
Admiral Kidd Conference Center
33050 Acoustic Ave
San Diego, CA 92136
Contact
Krystal Heard
Associate Director, Meetings
kheard@NDIA.org
(703) 247-2558
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Nothing the Redoubt Can’t Handle
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Upcoming NDIA Webinars
Upcoming CMMC Webinar
CMMC Update: NDIA’s Response to NoPR
Friday, February 23, 2024, at 1pm ET
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On 26 December 2023, the CMMC Program Proposed rule was posted on the Federal Register.
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2023/12/26/2023-27280/cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-cmmc-program
Comments on the proposed rule are due 26 February 2023 and NDIA’s Cybersecurity Division is working with NDIA’s Strategy and Policy staff to collect and integrate member feedback. Join Trey Hodgkins, Hodgkins Consulting LLC, and Chair of NDIA’s Cybersecurity Division, Amira Armond, President Kieri Solutions and Vice Chair, C3PAO Stakeholder Forum, Vince Scott, CEO of the Defense Cybersecurity Group, and Ryan Heidorn, Chief Technology Officer, C3Integrated Solutions to discuss NDIA’s feedback, which is designed to help the government refine the CMMC rule in ways that promote cybersecurity without creating barriers to companies working in or planning to work in the U.S. defense industrial base.
You may also be interested in the upcoming webinars below!
NDIA Membership Value Webinar
Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 1:00pm ET
Join Rachel McCaffrey, NDIA’s SVP for Membership and Chapters, for a webinar discussion focused on maximizing your company’s NDIA Corporate Membership. Rachel will help you understand how participation in NDIA Divisions and Chapters can help your company achieve its business objectives and answer any questions you have about NDIA Corporate Membership. Take advantage of this opportunity to engage with NDIA’s staff to learn how to fully leverage your Corporate membership in the trusted leader among defense and national security associations!
Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) Webinar
Thursday, March 7, 2024, at 1pm ET
What matters in DoD? If you tell me what’s resourced, I’ll tell you what matters.
DoD uses four distinct processes to manage department resourcing: Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution. These processes, led by different groups with different incentives/priorities and levels of knowledge, skills, and experience, run simultaneously, while actions taken in one can ripple across to the others. Gaining an understanding of each process will provide context to WID and NDIA members as they pursue DoD business opportunities.
On Thursday, March 7, Col (Ret) Rachel McCaffrey, NDIA’s VP of Membership and Chapters and Executive Director or Women in Defense, will again share her PPBE knowledge and insights in a webinar exclusively for NDIA and WID members. Join her for an interesting, practical discussion of DoD resourcing.
National Defense Industrial Association
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Arlington, VA 22201
NEW Spectre 9, Velos 5.56 K & Velos LBP 7.62!
In case you missed it… we released THREE new products at SHOT Show this year that we know you’ll be excited about.
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Wool Restock & Updates
PLATFORMS APPAREL PACKS / BAGS POCKETS
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HeadHunters NW Video Podcast Exposes Export Ban Surprises with Global Defense’s CEO, Jordan Young
HEADHUNTERS NW VIDEO PODCAST EXPOSES EXPORT BAN SURPRISES WITH GLOBAL DEFENSE’S CEO, JORDAN YOUNG
FEBRUARY 6, 2024 – Edgemont, SD – HeadHunters NW, the leading executive recruiting firm specializing in talent acquisition for the international small arms, shooting sports, and defense industries, presents the next episode of the HeadHunters NW Podcast recorded during SHOT Show 2024. Hosted by Shaylene Keiner, President of HeadHunters NW, this timely episode features an enlightening discussion with Jordan Young, CEO of Global Defense, addressing the recent export restrictions impacting U.S. firearms manufacturers and exporters.
Young, a specialist in global product exportation, heads Global Defense, a U.S.-based importer, exporter, and wholesale distributor of firearms, components, accessories, ammunition, and specialized equipment for commercial, military, and law enforcement markets.
Keiner underscores, “With no warning, the U.S. Department of Commerce paused processing commercial export licenses for 90 days in October of 2023. My conversation with Jordan in Episode #26 highlights these regulations’ negative impact on the industry’s economy, U.S. exporters, manufacturers, and countries worldwide.”
Keiner explained that foreign trade (exports) of semi-automatic firearms from U.S. manufacturers is essentially shut down. “Consider how detrimental that is for domestic companies, who generate up to 30 percent of their annual revenues from exports. The trickle-down from manufacturers is tremendous and hurts businesses, workers, and local economies. Jordan described rumors that more severe regulations are coming, and even valid, current export licenses will be pulled in addition to requiring end-user passport information.”
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Keiner emphasizes that this issue demands an all-hands-on-deck approach, urging individuals to proactively engage by contacting federal lawmakers and expressing opposition to the Department of Commerce’s export restrictions. Leaked documents from the Department of Commerce suggest severe restrictions on the exportation of semi-automatic firearms, compounding the urgency for immediate action. “Please share this episode with folks you know in the industry and Second Amendment community,” she added.
For information about HeadHunters NW, visit HeadHuntersNW.com. Follow on social media at LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
About the HeadHunters NW Podcast
Please join the HeadHunters NW Podcast with HeadHunters NW President Shaylene Keiner as she talks with the leaders who inspire success in the small arms, shooting sports, and defense industries. Watch for an insider’s view of what makes the people and the companies they work for extraordinary. Meet leaders, learn about fantastic career opportunities, and discover the culture of today’s outdoor industry. Find the HeadHunters NW Podcast on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube, or Google Podcasts. Please subscribe, listen, rate, and review. To learn more, visit headhuntersnw.com/podcast.
Episodes feature honest conversations with industry leaders exploring time-tested advice on succeeding in the firearms marketplace. Learn what type of talent the manufacturers, trade associations, and distributors who make up the industry are looking for and get insight into what it’s like to work here. Whether you’re a CEO looking for a capable VP to boost your brand, you need to add executives to your private equity firm or board of directors, or you are curious about your favorite firearm manufacturer, listen to learn how others have excelled in our industry.
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HeadHunters NW recruits talent for international companies, Fortune 500 corporations, venture, and private equity groups, family-owned and privately held businesses, trade groups, and non-profits while uncovering talent for C-suite roles, vital management positions, board of director opportunities, and senior executives. Through tireless networking and exploring a wide variety of industries, functions, and regions, HeadHunters NW discovers distinguished, effective talent and places them in influential roles in the small arms, shooting sports, and defense industries. We know the people who will drive your objectives to the next level and can secure them swiftly and efficiently. You set the timeframe, and HeadHunters NW delivers the best talent for your team.
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Fin Rage Tackle Officially Moves Al’s Goldfish to the Green Bay, WI Area
Fin Rage Tackle Officially Moves Al’s Goldfish to the Green Bay, WI Area
GREEN BAY, Wisc. (Feb. 6, 2023) — Fin Rage Tackle, LLC – which purchased Al’s Goldfish Lures in July 2023 – has officially moved the iconic fishing tackle maker to the Green Bay, WI area.
“We are excited to bring Al’s Goldfish Lures to Wisconsin, one of the bastions of sportfishing in America, where we can more closely connect with Midwestern anglers and develop the next phase in the seven-decade-long history of the company,” said Paul Check, Fin Rage Tackle owner. “At the same time, we pledge to remain true to the company’s northeastern roots. Al’s Goldfish Lures are famous for being deadly on sportfish species throughout America and the world, and our goal is to increase their effectiveness across the board.”
Moving forward, Check said that his goals include the development of new colors in the current Goldfish, 49er, and Helgy product lines, create new products and offerings for ice fishermen, and develop new product size ranges across the board to make the product line even more effective for a wide variety of fishing techniques.
“There is a different type of fishing here in the Midwest, specifically walleye, northern pike and musky, and the Al’s Goldfish products have proven successful over the years for these species,” Check said. “We intend to develop additional sizes and colors of Al’s Goldfish products to continue that long history of success.”
Consumers can learn about the new Al’s Goldfish Lure company at the Wisconsin Fishing Expo, to be held February 23-25 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, WI. Or, for more information about the company’s complete line of lures and accessory products, visit www.alsgoldfish.com/.
About Al’s Goldfish Lures:
Purchased by Fin Rage Tackle LLC, based in Green Bay, WI, in July 2023, Al’s Goldfish Lures was begun back in 1952, when Al Stuart developed a pioneering spoon and began marketing it through Stuart’s Sport Shop in Indian Orchard, Massachusetts. With the help of legendary fishing personality Gadabout Gaddis, the lure quickly gained popularity, and the company was off to the races. Today, all of the company’s lures are made of solid marine brass, are plated by a jewelry plater, and are hand-painted. All of the gold lures are plated in 22k gold, which makes them super shiny, then finished with top-quality components, so you don’t ever have to go home and put new hooks and rings on these out of the package! It’s all made in the USA and back with a “if you’re not satisfied, we’ll make it right by you” guarantee.
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ROSE by SIG SAUER Honors ROSE Online Community with Weekly Mystery Box Giveaway
ROSE by SIG SAUER Honors ROSE Online Community with Weekly Mystery Box Giveaway
NEWINGTON, N.H., (February 5, 2023) – For the month of February, SIG SAUER continues to celebrate the birthday of the ROSE by SIG SAUER program and will honor the membership of the online ROSE Community with two exciting weekly mystery box giveaways.
“The ROSE program has had so many achievements and milestones in its first year that it’s definitely going to take an entire month to celebrate all the success,” said Lena Miculek, Team SIG Professional Shooter. “The ROSE Community was created to encourage and inspire women to take on the responsibility of their own personal safety through education and training. We are nearly 14,000 members strong and for our birthday, we want to thank the community that inspires us and makes it all possible.”
Every Monday in the month of February, two ROSE by SIG SAUER Birthday mystery boxes will be given away to a member of the ROSE online community. The contents of each box include a ROSE by SIG SAUER pistol kit, ROSE branded accessories, and ROSE merchandise. The giveaway promotion is available within the online ROSE community and open to all registered ROSE community members.
Learn more about the ROSE by SIG SAUER program at sigsauer.com/rose. Become a member of the ROSE Community on Facebook for an exclusive birthday celebration promotion, get updates about the ROSE program, and be the first to know about product launches.
About SIG SAUER, Inc.
SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,400 employees across sixteen U.S. locations in three states, and four additional global facilities. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.
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Big Horn Armory Combats Bidenomics with Rollback on Two Popular Lever Action Models
Big Horn Armory (BHA) Combats Bidenomics with Rollback on Two Popular Lever Action Models
BHA offers two of its base model lever action firearms at a lower price to give customers a more affordable option during these uncertain times.
Cody, Wyo. (February 2024) – With uncertainties in the economy, inflation, and oppressive regulations that drive prices of goods and materials higher than ever, Big Horn Armory (BHA), makers of big-bore firearms, has dedicated itself to finding ways to mitigate inflation while still offering high-quality firearms without cutting corners on materials or craftsmanship. Through strategic planning and hard work, BHA is pleased to offer two of its base model lever action firearms at a lower price to give customers a more affordable option during these uncertain times. Starting Feb. 1, 2024, the base configuration of the Model 89 will be priced at $3,499.00, and the Model 89 Black Thunder will be priced at $3,699.00, which is a $1,000 drop from its previous price.
“I am proud to announce our commitment to the 2A community and our dedication to navigating the challenges of today’s uncertain economic landscape,” commented Greg Buchel, founder and president of Big Horn Armory. “We refuse to compromise on the quality of our big-bore firearms, and our Reverse Bidenomics Rollback is a testament to our mission to provide our customers with affordable, top-tier firearms.”
The Model 89 lever-action rifle in .500 S&W Magnum continues the rich legacy of American firearms design and development. Built from the ground up and solidly engineered using the latest CNC technology, the Model 89 embodies the best of the old Model 86 and the Model 92 lever-actions in a modern platform capable of handling the powerful .500 S&W Magnum. It is manufactured with 17-4 stainless steel precision machined and properly hardened to deliver consistent downrange performance and rugged in-the-field dependability.
The selected American black walnut stock and forend are fitted with integral front and stud rear sling swivel mounts. The pistol grip buttstock has a one-inch recoil-taming pad. Stock and forend are given several coats of a durable synthetic satin finish. It is equipped with aperture rear and post-front sights. The Model 89’s large, hunter-friendly curved lever enables ease of operation, especially with gloved hands. Honoring the long tradition of great American sporting rifles, the Model 89 provides hunters with pride in ownership and a powerful advantage afield.
The Model 89 Black Thunder is BHA’s first tactical lever-action rifle. Designated the Model 89BT, Black Thunder is optimally sized, perfectly configured, and chambered in powerful the .500 S&W Magnum. With its short 16” trapper barrel, it is a quick-handling, rapid-shooting carbine that is perfect for hunting, home defense, or survival situations.
The new Model 89BT’s robust design includes stainless-steel construction, heat-treated and coated with a black nitride finish, making it nearly impervious to corrosion. Black laminate stocks add strength and additional weather resistance, as well as no-nonsense aesthetics. The Model 89BT comes from the factory with hand-crafted, quality Skinner rear aperture adjustable sights, as well as, a factory-installed Scout Scope Mount rail perfect for Scout Scopes, red dot, or holographic sights.
To maximize the Model 89BT’s capabilities, it features an M-LOK rail on the front of the forend to mount lights, laser sights, or any other accessory. This provides an option for adding low light capability for appropriate hunting situations or decisive personal defense tools if needed. It also includes an energy-absorbing one-inch Pachmayr Decelerator butt pad, a tank-style muzzle brake, and a fiber optic front sight.
The .500 S&W Magnum chambering lets the Model 89BT shoot loads from 200 grains to a truck-stopping 700 grains. This incredible weight range, combined with the availability of almost any style and type of bullet imaginable, makes the Black Thunder capable of taking any game animal walking the planet.
Visit www.bighornarmory.com, call 307-586-3700 or email general@bighornarmory.com to place your order. For more on Big Horn Armory, visit www.bighornarmory.com
About Big Horn Armory:
Big Horn Armory was founded in 2008 with the expressed intention of designing a Browning-type lever-action gun chambered in 500 Smith & Wesson Magnum. The Big Horn Armory Model 89, made in America, closely follows the work of John Browning with refinements courtesy of modern metallurgy and machining capabilities. The first rifles began shipping in September of 2012 and since then, BHA has added to their big bore lineup with a Model 90 Carbine in 460 S&W, the Model 90A in 454 Casull, the Model 90B in .45 Colt, the Model 89A in 500 Linebaugh and the Model 89B in .475 Linebaugh. In 2017, Big Horn Armory took a departure from its lever-action series and developed the AR500 Auto Max, the most powerful short-range, semi-auto based on an AR .308 platform.
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IF YOU ARE AN SUAS OPERATOR, FAA IS PROPOSING CHANGES TO MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS UNDER “Inspection Programs for Single-Engine Turbine-Powered Airplanes and Unmanned Aircraft; and Miscellaneous Maintenance-Related Updates”
Excerpt from the Summary:
“ For unmanned aircraft, including unmanned aircraft operating under 14 CFR part 135 that are authorized to use the inspection rules in part 91, this proposal would enable the selection of either an inspection program recommended by the manufacturer or a program established by the registered owner or operator and approved by the Administrator. The FAA believes this change would enhance safety and would provide unmanned and single-engine turbine- powered aircraft owners and operators with greater flexibility with aircraft maintenance. Additionally, for aircraft operating under part 91, subpart K, fractional ownership rules, the FAA proposes to lengthen the reporting interval for aircraft mechanical reliability reports from 72 to 96 hours and to allow electronic report submissions. This would align the reporting interval requirement with those found in other regulations (e.g., 14 CFR 121.703, 135.415, and 145.221). Finally, the FAA proposes several changes to clarify and simplify various maintenance-related regulations in areas that have confusing or ambiguous.”
For additional information: Inspection Programs for Single-Engine Turbine-Powered Airplanes and Unmanned Aircraft; and Miscellaneous Maintenance-Related Updates
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GA-ASI Demonstrates A2E Concept with AFSOC
GA-ASI DEMONSTRATES A2E CONCEPT WITH AFSOC
SAN DIEGO – 05 January 2024 – During a series of demonstrations in December 2023, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) worked collaboratively to execute several capability demonstrations as part of the Adaptive Airborne Enterprise (A2E) concept development.
The first demo featured the simultaneous control of three MQ-9A remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) by a single crew using the government-owned AFSOC RPA Control Suite (ARCS). ARCS adds additional capability to the Ground Control Station (GCS), by allowing a standard crew to control multiple UAS platforms. The second demo showed that an MQ-9A can launch a Altius 600 from a launch pod.
“We have established a great partnership with AFSOC,” said David R. Alexander, president of GA-ASI. “We know our RPA will be a key building block for AFSOC to achieve its A2E vision.”
AFSOC is acquiring MQ-9B from GA-ASI for rapid prototyping and will forego a traditional GCS to control the RPA. Rather, AFSOC intends to control both the MQ-9A and MQ-9B aircraft, as well as a family of small UAS, from the ARCS. This event demonstrated the viability of ARCS to control the MQ-9A platform, which will lay the foundation for future work to integrate the MQ-9B aircraft into ARCS. This event also demonstrated the viability to operate the MQ-9 platform as surrogates for small UAS, all of which will be controlled by ARCS.
“These demonstrations were what we needed to really start to make A2E a reality,” said AFSOC Col. Trey Olman. “This was the first time we were able to demonstrate control of multiple RPAs from a single workstation, which is important in reducing manpower requirements.”
The A2E demonstrations took place at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. and Melrose Air Force Range (MAFR), N.M., and utilized Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Launch & Recovery (SLR). AFSOC launched the three MQ-9As using GA-ASI’s Portable Aircraft Control Stations (PACS) and Ground Control Stations. Once airborne, control for the three MQ-9A was handed from the three GCS to a single ARCS workstation. Control of all three aircraft was handed back from ARCS to each GCS and the three aircraft performed SATCOM landings via GA-ASI’s Automatic Takeoff and Landing Capability (ATLC).
The A2E concept envisions AFSOC projecting air power from beyond the horizon, using a family of large, unmanned aircraft along with small, expendable UAS, from permissive to denied environments. MQ-9B is the ideal platform for inserting air-launched effects into potentially hostile environments. The MQ-9B’s combination of range, endurance, reduced manpower footprint, and overall flexibility will key to AFSOC’s future family of advanced UAS systems.
About GA-ASI
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a leading designer and manufacturer of proven, reliable RPA systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. With more than eight million flight hours, GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness. The company also produces a variety of sensor control/image analysis software, offers pilot training and support services, and develops meta-material antennas.
For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.
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Galco wins 2023 Shoot ON Excellence Award!
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Galco wins 2023 Shoot ON Excellence Award!
February 2024
Galco Holsters is proud to announce winning the 2023 Shoot ON Best Holster Excellence Award for the Concealable™ 2.0 Belt Holster!
“It’s an honor to receive this award,” said Richard Gallagher, founder and President of Galco International, the parent company of Galco Holsters. “We’ve worked hard for over fifty years to create holster designs that marry our Old World hand craftsmanship to practical, modern designs and features. The Concealable 2.0 is a perfect example of that, and we’re proud to be recognized for it by Shoot ON.”
Galco’s Concealable 2.0 is a thoroughly modern version of the strongside belt holster. Building on over four decades of success with the original Concealable, the 2.0 version is updated for 21st Century gun carriers. Cut low at the front, the new design accommodates most popular carry-style red dot optics.
The Concealable 2.0’s raised sweat guard protects the wearer’s body from the pistol, and the pistol from the body’s natural perspiration. A mild butt-forward cant offers an easy draw from behind the dominant-side hip while also enhancing concealment with larger defensive pistols.
Concealable 2.0 features:
- Premium steerhide construction
- Full slide/barrel coverage
- Mild butt-forward cant
- Forward-molded design that contours to the hip
- Cut to fit most carry-style red-dot sights
- Sight channel to accommodate most suppressor sights
- Raised sweat guard
- Fits belts up to 1 1/2″
- Handcrafted in Phoenix, Arizona
About Galco
Galco International Ltd. is the designer and manufacturer of the Galco Holster brand, the premier American-made line of superb quality holsters, belts and accessories. Encompassing law enforcement, military, defensive and sporting use, Galco utilizes leather, Kydex, nylon and injection molded plastic to meet the demands of today’s consumers. Holster handbags, rifle slings, hunting accessories and other small leather goods round out the line. Proudly made in the USA since 1969.
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WATCHTOWER Firearms Joins Forces with Pro-2nd Amendment Advocate Steven Crowder and Free Speech Platform Rumble
WATCHTOWER Firearms Joins Forces with Pro-2nd Amendment Advocate Steven Crowder and Free Speech Platform Rumble
SPRING, TX (Feb 5, 2024) — WATCHTOWER Firearms, “The Next Great American Firearms Company,” is excited to announce an exclusive rifle partnership with The Louder with Crowder Show hosted on Rumble, the rapidly growing streaming platform known for its commitment to free speech. This collaboration aligns WATCHTOWER Firearms with one of the leading programs on a platform that champions open dialogue in today’s censorious media landscape.
“Louder with Crowder,” founded and hosted by Steven Crowder, a staunch supporter of the 2nd Amendment, streams his popular show on Rumble. Rumble offers creators a free speech platform that creators have recently been flocking to having abandoned big brother media platforms that shadow ban and cancel creators with opinions that differ from the mainstream. Crowder’s significant influence, reflected in his substantial social media following, and exclusive “Mug Club” community, makes this partnership particularly impactful.
Jason Colosky, CEO of WATCHTOWER Firearms, noted, “We’re thrilled to partner with Steven Crowder. His dedication to the 2nd Amendment and free speech perfectly aligns with our values at WATCHTOWER. This partnership will significantly enhance our awareness and engagement with an audience that values freedom and the right to bear arms.”
Gerald Morgan Jr., CEO of Louder with Crowder, remarked, “Our alliance with WATCHTOWER Firearms is a testament to our shared principles. We are committed to promoting the rights guaranteed by the 2nd Amendment and are delighted to bring our audience a sponsor that stands with us in this commitment.”
This partnership brings together like-minded individuals under the banners of freedom, world-class firearms, and award-winning content.
For more information, please contact WATCHTOWER Firearms, Karen Lutto (804) 539-6699 or email karen@hunteroc.com
About WATCHTOWER Firearms
WATCHTOWER Firearms, The Next Great American Firearms Company, is a veteran-owned firearm manufacturing company headquartered in Spring, Texas. WATCHTOWER is dedicated to redefining the firearms manufacturing landscape through innovation, precision, and unwavering customer satisfaction. Our diverse range of products, crafted in the USA, includes military, civilian, and precision firearms, along with suppressors and accessories. In addition to consumer markets, WATCHTOWER supplies superior firearms to global military and law enforcement markets. All WATCHTOWER Firearms are backed by a lifetime guarantee, underscoring our commitment to quality and reliability. Embodying the spirit of American craftsmanship, WATCHTOWER Firearms continues to honor the nation’s legacy in gun making. For more information about our products and initiatives, visit www.watchtowerfirearms.com
About Louder with Crowder
With over seven million cumulative subscribers across its social media channels, Louder with Crowder is one of the largest daily political shows on the internet. Led by its host, Steven Crowder, Louder with Crowder is the number-one show of its kind in the average number of viewers for the 18-49-year-old demographic, beating out leaders in both cable and late-night comedy. Since the beginning of the daily show in 2016, Louder with Crowder has continually amassed viewership and reached a landmark achievement of one billion views on YouTube by March 2020.
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Great American Outdoor Show Sale
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Everything is 20% off plus free shipping on orders over $49.99! Sale is effective during the show dates. Ends Sunday at midnight. Stock up on magazines, holsters and everything else on our webstore. Firearms not included.
Spread the word and share the news with your fellow firearm enthusiasts. Don’t miss out on this great offer while enjoying the added benefit of free shipping.
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Celebrate National Chili Day by Making Hi Mountain Seasonings’ Famous Chili
Celebrate National Chili Day by Making Hi Mountain Seasonings’ Famous Chili
RIVERTON, Wyo. (Feb. 5, 2024) — There is nothing better to eat on a cold winter’s day than a fiery fare of Hi Mountain Seasonings chili. This dish is equally fitting this time of year because National Chili Day falls smack in the middle of the coldest time of the year. This “day of chili” is celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of February – February 22nd this year.
National Chili Day was created in 2006 by Rich Kelly, the owner of the Hard Times Café in Arlington, TX. Since then, it has spread across America and is celebrated annually at potlucks and cookoffs that chili lovers take very seriously. Hi Mountain Seasonings Chili seasoning, a zesty blend of authentic flavors including chili pepper, cumin, garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, turmeric and onion, has become so popular that the company’s own chili recipe is printed on its label. This mouthwatering recipe is easy to make and can be prepared with game or store-bought meat.
Chili warms you inside and out, it’s filling, easy to make, and nutritious. So, as the temperatures drop and National Chili Day approaches, warm yourself, your family, and your friends up with a bowl of delicious Hi Mountain Seasonings’ scrumptious chili. The HMS Chili Seasoning is available in a 7.4 oz bottle for a suggested retail price of $10.99. You can get your secret ingredient to make a batch of hearty, rich HMS chili by visiting https://himtnjerky.com/ or visiting a retailer nearby.
You’ll find so much more on the Hi Mountain Seasonings website, https://himtnjerky.com/, including a seemingly endless array of other seasonings, marinades, kits, free recipes, and so much more, all guaranteed to help you create the most delicious meals from your hard-earned wild game and fish harvest you’ve ever had. Why not check it out today? Just Click Here.
About Hi Mountain Seasonings:
Located in the heart of Wyoming, Hi Mountain Seasonings was founded in 1991 and is America’s premier manufacturer of homemade jerky and sausage kits. Hi Mountain Seasonings has successfully captured distinct, traditional Western flavors in its jerky cure & seasonings, Western-style seasonings, bacon cures, snackin’ stick kits, dressings & dips, and much, much more. The company also offers field dressing and prep and cooking tools. For additional information, write: Hi Mountain Seasonings, 1000 College View Drive, Riverton, WY 82501; call toll-free 1-800-829-2285; or visit the company website at www.himtnjerky.com.
A Side of Trivia to Go with Your Chili
*A green chili pod has as much vitamin C as six oranges.
*Some cultures put chili powder in their shoes to keep their feet warm.
*The first chili cook-off occurred in 1967 in Terlingua, Texas, a border town about 400 miles west of Chili’s alleged birthplace, San Antonio. It ended in a tie between a native Texan and a New Yorker, but chili cook-offs are still held there today.
*Hot chili peppers burn calories by triggering a thermodynamic burn in the body, which speeds up the metabolism.
*Chili pepper color is a function of ripeness. Green peppers are usually not fully ripe, and the same pepper could be green, yellow, orange, or red, depending on its level of ripeness.
*According to Wikipedia, the first documented recipe for chili con carne is dated September 2, 1519.
Hi Mountain Seasonings Chili Recipe
Ingredients
11/2 lbs. ground beef or venison
6 Tbsp. Hi Mountain Chili Seasoning
1 medium onion
1 can diced tomatoes
2 cups of your favorite salsa
1 16oz. can dark red kidney beans (drained)
2 16 oz. cans of chili beans (pinto beans in chili sauce)
Instructions
Cook meat on medium/low with diced onion and Hi Mountain Chili Seasoning until pink is gone. Add the remaining ingredients. Simmer on low, stirring occasionally. Simmer at least one hour before serving.
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Industry Day at the Range with Detroit Gun Works
Whoever says to you that money does not buy happiness has never been behind a precision rifle from Detroit Gunworks. At this year’s Industry Day, I had the opportunity to experience the company’s Hitsville 26 inch 6.5 Creedmoor. This is a hand-crafted precision rifle that will set you back a mere $7,988 USD, but if you have deep pockets this is a rifle that you’ll enjoy for a lifetime. I can only describe it as a work of art!
Here are the specifications:
DETROIT GUN WORKS E. HILDALE ACTION
- 1.0625” x 16 Thread
- EDM raceways
- Finish – QPQ finish for wear resistance, corrosion resistance, lubricity, and fatigue strength
- Integrated lug
- Integrated scope rail
- Material – 4340 steel hardened to 45-50rc for superior strength and durability
- Multi Caliber 3-lug 60-degree bolt throw action
DGW 3-LUG BOLT
Double ejectors and an M-16 style extractor allow for positive extraction and control of the brass throw after the shot
Finish – Ion Bond Diamond Coating for lubricity
Material -4340 steel 38-42 Hrc
Multi-caliber
BARREL
- 6.5 Creedmoor 1-8 Twist
- Premium Schneider P5 (radius shoulder rifling) 26” Heavy Palma barrel
CHASSIS
- MDT ACC Elite Chassis System, toolless adjustments, full Arca rail, adjustable thumb rest, accessory mounts, barricade stop, adjustable vertical grip. The best there is!
TRIGGER
- TriggerTech Diamond Rem 700 Trigger flat straight trigger shoe, zero creep trigger set to 2.5#
BRAKE
- Area 419 Hellfire Self Timing Muzzle Brake, in black Nitride finish.
PACKAGING
- Custom Detroit Gun Works SKB Hard rifle case
MAGAZINE
- (2) MDT Metal AICS 10 round magazines without plate featuring the DGW logo.
WEIGHT
- 7lb 14oz
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The All-New ACRO S-2.
50,000 hours (over 5 years) of operation on one battery
Fits most ventilated shotgun ribs on the market
Ultra-low integrated shotgun rib mount – Interchangeable base plates included to accommodate most rib sizes (.24 to .47in or 6-12mm)
9 MOA dot size
ACRO S-2TM
RED DOT SIGHTS BACK IN STOCK MOUNTS & SPACERS GEAR AND APPAREL
Aimpoint, 7309 Gateway Ct, Manassas, VA 20109, United States
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Industry Day at the Range with Italy’s HTI.CENTER
My first exposure to HTI.CENTER, an Italian firearms manufacturer based in Milan was at Industry Day. At their booth I had the opportunity to learn about their magnificent bolt action long guns. New to their product portfolio is an AR style rifle chambered in .277 SIG FURY (6.8X51). The company’s HTI XPR, XLPR AND ANTI-MATERIAL XXLPR RILES, bolt guns guarantee 0.125 MOA accuracy. The XPR is a multi-caliber rifle for short actions up to 308W caliber, XLPR is a multi-caliber rifle for long actions up to .375 CheyTac caliber and the XXLPR is multi-caliber rifle for magnum (anti-materials) actions up to 14.5×114 mm caliber.
FAA designates Las Vegas Area a No Drone Zone for Super Bowl LVIII
Super Bowl Fans: Leave your drone at home
FAA designates Las Vegas Area a ‘No Drone Zone’ for Super Bowl LVIII
WASHINGTON – Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas is a ‘No Drone Zone’ for Super Bowl LVIII. Drones also are prohibited around several additional locations during the days leading up to the event. Drones will be restricted during the following times and days:
Game Day, Sunday, Feb. 11
Restrictions begin at 11 a.m. PST within two nautical miles around the stadium up to 2,000 feet in altitude.
The restrictions expand between 2:30 until 8:30 p.m. PST to a 30-nautical-mile radius and up to 18,000 feet in altitude.
Before Game Day, Feb. 5-9
Restrictions around Allegiant Stadium on Feb.5, for one nautical mile up to an altitude of 1,000 feet from between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Restrictions around Resorts World on Feb. 8, for one nautical mile up to an altitude of 1,000 feet from between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Restrictions around Allegiant Stadium on Feb.9, for one nautical mile up to an altitude of 1,000 feet from between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Restrictions around Wynn Casino on Feb. 9, for one nautical mile up to an altitude of 1,000 feet from between 5 p.m. and 11:30 p.m.
Additional details are available in the Super Bowl LVIII Flight Advisory.
Drone operators who enter the TFRs without permission could face drone confiscation, fines that exceed $30,000 and potential criminal prosecution.
Detailed information for general aviation and drone pilots is available on the FAA’s Super Bowl LVIII webpage.
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Nighthawk Custom AGENT 2
Over the past few years, we’ve seen social media platforms shadow ban us, delete our content, and ban/take down our accounts. Right now, our Facebook account is down. Please be patient with us while we figure this out- we most definitely did not block you.
One way to keep up with the latest information and content is to subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on X (Twitter). Subscribing to our channel opens up a two-way conversation between you and Nighthawk Custom. This allows you to be a part of what all is going on here.
In the video above, Mark Stone sits down to recap one of the latest video releases from Nighthawk Custom that you may not have seen yet- but you need to. He implores whoever hasn’t seen The Making of the Agent 2 video to take time to watch it. In a world where most products we buy are disposable and cheap, Nighthawk Custom is proud to create heirloom quality firearms that will be passed from generation to generation. Mark reminds us that there are still people out there who take pride in their work. We hope that as you watch The Making of the Agent 2, your faith in hand built, American made products continues.
1306 W Trimble Ave, Berryville, AR 72616
SHOT SHOW 2024 : OUTDOOR EDGE RAZOR VX Series “Never Sharpen Your Blade Again.”
While at Shot Show 2024, I spent some quality time with Outdoor Edge. The company is the leader in replaceable blade knives and a trusted source for quality outdoor knives and tools. They have an edged offering for any occasion; if you’re a hunter or outdoorsman, you’ll find everything you need at Outdoor Edge, and it won’t break the bank. They recently announced the Razor VX EDC folder which has a replaceable blade, but what intrigued me most was their claim that you’ll never need to sharpen your knife again.
Watch this short!
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75 years of new product innovations!
HORNADY MANUFACTURING
3625 W. OLD POTASH HWY • GRAND ISLAND, NE 68803 US
3625 W Old Potash Hwy | Grand Island, NE 68803 US
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Global Defense Displays New Firearms at Buy Group & Distributor Shows
GLOBAL DEFENSE DISPLAYS NEW FIREARMS AT FEBRUARY 2024 BUY GROUP & DISTRIBUTOR SHOWS
Catering to Independent Retailers
February 2, 2024 – Pompano Beach, FL – Global Defense™, a leading U.S.-based importer, exporter, and wholesale distributor of firearms, components, accessories, ammunition, and specialized equipment for commercial, military, and law enforcement markets, announces they will be on hand at two essential industry sales events in February. Global Defense will exhibit at the Nation’s Best Sports (NBS) 2024 Spring Semi-Annual Market from February 1 to 4 in Fort Worth, Texas, and at the AmChar Wholesale Inc. Dealer Trade Expo from February 11 to 12 in Savannah, Georgia.
Global Defense CEO Jordan Young states, “Independent retailers play a crucial role in fostering market choices, supporting local economies, and providing personalized, community-driven shopping experiences. We’re honored to exhibit at these two important shows and interact directly with retailers and buyers. Our commitment to supporting independent retailers has never been stronger. Please visit NBS booth #211 and the AmChar to see our three new firearms up close. We look forward to building a mutually beneficial long-term relationship with you.” he added.
Global Defense SA-9 Combat Pistol The unique hybrid pistol features AR-15 ergonomics, an MP5 magazine, and precision fire controls powered by an efficient blowback operating system.
Global Defense 1911 Thunderbolt Signature Series Pistol An exclusive collection of custom 1911s, each uniquely numbered, fully Cerakoted, and adorned with laser engravings on the grip and magazine. Four compelling designs include Freedom 1776, Don’t Tread on Me, Zombie Killer, and The Booby Trap.
Global Defense, Rhineland Arms R3000 .308 Rifle Kit The R3000 .308 represents a progression on the AR15 platform, catering to shooters desiring heightened precision with AR components in a compact firearm. Notably, the R3000 receiver boasts an advantage over the AR15 in terms of accuracy. The barrel system is exceptionally sturdy and resilient, ensuring a consistent barrel position following each shot.
For more information about Global Defense, visit www.globaldefense.us or contact CEO Jordan Young at +1-954-532-7621 or info@globaldefense.us.
About NBS Markets
NBS offers independent retailers a diverse portfolio of buying opportunities in all categories of outdoor sports and general sporting goods. At each of our Markets, NBS Members have access to hundreds of vendors and advantageous buying programs while finding the newest, hottest, and cutting-edge products in the industry, coupled with the ability to purchase product at deeply discounted rates. NBS Markets are a unique trade show experience because exhibiting vendors are not only able to show their products, but Members will write orders during the duration of the Market utilizing approved pricing from the submitted program. At our Markets, Vendors have the opportunity to meet with and sell to the NBS Membership, the premier group of independent sporting goods retailers in North America.
About AmChar Wholesale Inc.
AmChar Wholesale, Inc. has been in the firearms business since 1980. During the last 40 years, we have become one of the top distributors in the industry for law enforcement entities and independent dealers in the United States. AmChar is backed by industry professionals who have been in the firearms business for over a half-century. Our Rochester, NY warehouse is full of over 200 brands that manufacture firearms, ammunition, and accessories, including Glock, Sig Sauer, Vista Outdoors, and Hornady. To complement our core firearm products, we also carry optics, holsters, tactical gear, chemical sprays, cleaning equipment, and security equipment. For the dealers specializing in law enforcement, AmChar Wholesale has a wide variety of products that fit this need. We carry the firearms and ammunition that law enforcement professionals require. AmChar Wholesale is proud to say that we are one of the largest law enforcement distributors in the United States. Our philosophy is to provide the products that our dealers need at a competitive price. While achieving this, we will never lose sight of the people who made us who we are today.
About Global Defense
Global Defense, a U.S.-based firm, is a premier Importer, Exporter, and Wholesale Distributor specializing in firearms, parts/components/accessories, ammunition, and specialized equipment. With a commitment to serving commercial, military, and law enforcement markets, Global Defense proudly holds all necessary licenses, registrations, and certifications. Our operations span the highly regulated international defense industry, ensuring compliance and upholding a stringent code of conduct. OUR MISSION: At Global Defense, we are dedicated to facilitating the seamless flow of products from manufacturers to end-users. As a trusted player in the industry, we prioritize maintaining the highest standards of legality and ethical business practices. Our comprehensive approach and experience encompass all marketplace aspects, making us a reliable partner for customers worldwide. OUR VISION: Global Defense aspires to be the epitome of excellence, offering complete global solutions to our industries. Grounded in principles of integrity, trust, and unwavering commitment, we strive to deliver exceptional service to our clients and partners across the globe.
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Horus University: TREMOR Wind Dots 101
Welcome to Horus University:
TREMOR Wind Dots 101
In this video, you can see how to use the time of flight wind dots that are present in the TREMOR3™, TREMOR4™, and TREMOR5™ reticles. The time of flight wind dots are unique to Horus reticles and can be calibrated to any cartridge or atmospheric conditions. Easy calibration can be achieved with the FREE Horus Ballistics App.
Reticle Simulator
Wanting to get some practice in before you hit the range? Check out our Reticle Simulator to put your skills to work! Choose from four different reticles to practice time of flight wind dot holds.
Wind Dot Calculator
If you’re looking to get your wind dot value, check out our Wind Dot Calculator! Easily calculate your value with four different units.
Have you downloaded the FREE Horus Vision™ Ballistics App?
336 Hazen Ln, Orofino, ID 83544
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Revelyst Outlines Progress on GEAR Up Transformation Plan
Revelyst Outlines Progress on GEAR Up Transformation Plan
02/02/2024
The leading house of outdoor brands provides an update on the program designed to drive profitability and growth.
ANOKA, Minn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Revelyst, a collective of world-class maker brands that design and manufacture performance gear and precision technologies, today announced an update on its GEAR Up transformation initiative. Revelyst, a segment of Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), is in the process of separating into a standalone public company, with an expected execution date later this year. As part of this process, Revelyst is working to unlock its potential by directing resources to better meet consumer demand, synergizing and prioritizing strength in supply chain, and doubling down on the equity and innovation of the company’s industry-leading brands.
Revelyst launched GEAR Up in the fiscal third quarter, quickly actioning the plan to simplify the company’s business model, deliver increased efficiency and profitability from that simplified structure, and reinvest in its highest potential brands to accelerate growth and transformation. These actions are in motionand will have an estimated $100 million of realized annual cost savings by fiscal year 2027. This is in addition to the previously announced $50 million cost restructuring program, of which $25 million in savings was specifically related to Revelyst, for a total of $125 million in expected run-rate cost savings.
The company continues to make progress on GEAR Up and is executing against the previously outlined goals. GEAR Up actions announced today include:
Expanding select roles to take on cross-brand scope as the company identifies synergies across each platform.
Bringing together teams at dedicated platform locations to drive the culture necessary to achieve brand goals.
Eliminating duplicative roles as the platforms consolidate.
As part of these measures, the company will close offices in Petaluma, California; Overland Park, Kansas; Eagle, Colorado; and Madison, Mississippi. Revelyst is consolidating teams across core locations, including:
The Adventure Sports platform, led by Jeff McGuane, will consolidate in Irvine, California.
The Outdoor Performance platform, led by Jordan Judd, will consolidate in Bozeman, Montana.
And the Precision Sports and Technology platform, led by Jon Watters and Scott Werbelow, will consolidate in San Diego.
“While our business is stable, headwinds exist, and we need to make changes to grow and meet the financial plans we’ve established and believe in,” said Eric Nyman, CEO of Revelyst. “Our bold and decisive actions to unlock the potential for Revelyst have us on the right path. Previous ways of working need to be challenged and adjusted to position us to where we aspire to be.
“The decisions to close offices and reduce headcount aren’t taken lightly, and though they are intended to position us for the future, we understand that they are difficult in the immediate,” Nyman continued. “I have incredible confidence in our ability to transition through this and gain strength because of it. GEAR Up is an integral component for transforming Revelyst into the world’s No. 1 house of brands.”
Platform Overview
Precision Sports and Technology: Foresight Sports and Bushnell Golf
Adventure Sports: Fox Racing, Bell Helmets, Giro Sport Design, CamelBak, QuietKat Electric Bikes, Blackburn and more.
Outdoor Performance: Simms Fishing Products, Bushnell, Blackhawk, Stone Glacier, Camp Chef, Primos and more.
About Revelyst
Revelyst, a segment of Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), is a collective of world-class maker brands that design and manufacture performance gear and precision technologies. Our category-defining brands leverage meticulous craftsmanship and cross-collaboration to pursue new innovations that redefine what is humanly possible in the outdoors. Portfolio brands include Foresight Sports, Bushnell Golf, Fox, Bell, Giro, CamelBak, Bushnell, Simms Fishing and more. For more information, visit our website at www.revelyst.com.
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FOG HORN 