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Canadian Armed Forces Transitions to SIG SAUER P320

Posted on Tuesday, 20 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Canadian Armed Forces Transitions to SIG SAUER P320

NEWINGTON, N.H., (June 19, 2023) – SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to announce that the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) has officially transitioned to the SIG SAUER P320 and received the official designation of C22. The initial delivery of 7,000 pistols is complete and soldier fielding of the C22 is in progress to replace the Browning 9mm adopted in 1944.

“The selection process for the C22 was extremely competitive with safety, reliability, and accuracy at the forefront – the P320 delivers on all fronts and ensures operational readiness and effectiveness for the Canadian Armed Forces,” began Tom Jankiewicz, Executive Vice President, Law Enforcement Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc. “For the first time in nearly eighty years our northern allies will field a modern, reliable pistol to support and carry out their mission.”

The C22 is a P320 modular, full-size, 9mm striker-fired pistol. The C22, contract pistol enhancements including improved ergonomic design, 17-round capacity, and a loaded chamber indicator that is visible to the user at any angle. Additionally, the C22 features the SIG SAUER P320 innovative 3-point takedown safety for pistol disassembly which does not require a trigger pull for disassembly and the five-point safety system making it the safest and most dependable pistol available.

“SIG SAUER is honored that the P320 is the official sidearm of the Canadian Armed Forces, and proud of the positive feedback we are receiving throughout their transition to the P320,” concluded Jankiewicz.

The P320 pistols for the Canadian Armed Forces are distributed through MD Charlton. For more information about the SIG SAUER P320 and the safety features visit sigsauer.com.

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 3,200 employees across twelve locations in three states. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.

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THE SKINNY ON THE 30 SUPER CARRY: A Great Review BY Shawn Steiner

Posted on Tuesday, 20 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

30 SUPER CARRY REVIEW: HOW DOES IT STACK UP?

2.14.2022 | by Shawn Steiner, Gunmade.com

You may have heard of the new 30 Super Carry cartridge from Federal and wondered as I did, What’s all the hubbub, bub? Initially, like many, I started with the assumption that this would be another solution looking for a problem, ending in a new bright cartridge dying on the vine as many have in the past.

I had seen many different calibers come and go while teaching concealed carry and firearm classes since 2010 and wondered if this would go the way of many other commercially failed cartridges. Upon further review, I think this cartridge has the potential for a successful foray into the concealed carry pistol arena.

I was kindly provided 200 rounds of Federal American Eagle 30SC and 200 Rounds of Remington HTP 30SC and headed out to Inner 10 Weapons and Training, who loaned me a trio of Smith & Wesson Shield EZ’s in .380 auto, 9mm Luger, and 30 Super Carry to do some research.

handgun laying next to a couple boxes of UMC 30 Super Carry
Pictured: Nighthawk Custom 30SC

BACKGROUND & HISTORY OF THE 30 SUPER CARRY

Introduced in 2022, the 30 Super Carry was developed by Federal as a new caliber aiming at the self-defense pistol market. Federal states that the “30 Super Carry was fully developed from the ground up with no parent cartridge. Utilizing modern materials and designs, it provides vastly superior performance to seemingly similar historic cartridges.” While similar in dimensions to older cartridges like 7.65×21 Parabellum, 7.65×20mm Longue, and 32 Auto, it surpasses all of these in terms of performance.

The 30 Super Carry cartridge from Federal is a new offering to the CCW & self-defense market. It is a high-pressure cartridge (50,000 psi) traveling faster than both the .380 auto and the 9mm Luger. Performing closely to 9mm and easily outpacing the .380 auto, it has all the chops to become a standard in the self-defense realm and possibly beyond. 30 SC presents an alternative to 9mm in CCW pistols due to the smaller diameter cartridge facilitating smaller guns with increased capacity and comparable performance.

Let’s start with some stats on the three calibers for a quick comparison:

THE EXPERIENCE: 30 SUPER CARRY VS. 9MM VS. 380 AUTO

I took my newly arrived package of ammo from GunMag Warehouse and set out to my favorite blasting palace to get a feel for 30 Super Carry in comparison to the 380 auto and 9mm Luger. I got S&W Shield EZ in all three calibers, providing a good comparison platform.

Photo: Shield EZ Chambered in 9mm, 380 auto, and 30 Super Carry

I was intrigued to see how much of a difference the cartridges make compared to the same delivery system. I loaded up five rounds of each to get a general feel for the comparison and shot these one-handed, two slow fires, then three rapid fires with a complete two-hand grip.

RECOIL

380 AUTO

Starting with the .380 auto EZ. The ride was easy and enjoyable. The gun is light in the 380 Auto caliber, and the recoil is milder than the rest. This makes for a light pistol with a pleasant recoil impulse that would be easily controlled by a small framed or elderly shooter.

30 SUPER CARRY

Next up, 30 Super Carry; I figured putting it in the middle would give me the best comparison to the other two calibers. This time around, the ride was a bit spicier. The gun is noticeably heavier but not what I would consider a heavy pistol. The recoil reminded me of some of my other 9mm pistols, but not close to a 9mm fired from my Springfield Hellcat. I think the recoil impulse of 30 Super Carry is a bit more mellow than that of a 9mm.

9MM LUGER

Last up, the Shield EZ running 9mm. This gun felt lighter than the 30 Super carry model but still noticeably heavier than the 380. The recoil was similar to the 30 Super Carry, but the impulse felt a touch sharper than the 30 SC.

.380 AUTO VS. 9MM VS. 30 SUPER CARRY

Overall, the shooting experience of the three calibers from the S&W Shield EZ was an interesting comparison, mostly in felt recoil and muzzle rise. Felt recoil in order of least to most: 380 Auto, 30 Super Carry, 9mm Luger. It was a close call between the 9mm and the 30 SC, but the 30 Super Carry is just a bit milder.

Muzzle rise followed the same order 380, 30 SC, then 9mm. Again, the last two were close, but the video I shot showed the 9mm had just a bit more upward travel of the muzzle.

The S&W Shield EZ paired with the Federal 30 Super Carry was a fine round with interesting stats. The recoil was more than the same pistol in .380 AUTO and similar to a 9mm but with a different recoil impulse, not more or less but different at least going by feel. The 380 Auto has had a much-welcomed increase in carry ammo performance lately, but the new 30 Super carry looks to have what it takes to give it a real challenge in that area of self-defense & CCW pistols.

For more on 30 Super Carry, visit https://www.remington.com/30supercarry.html.

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Introducing Ops-Core’s Newest BUMP Helmet!

Posted on Tuesday, 20 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER NOW!

Introducing the new Ops-Core FAST BUMP (SF)!

Augee gives a quick look at the features and upgrades on the new BUMP (SF)

The new BUMP (SF) features many new upgrades and updates aligning with the FAST SF Ballistic Helmet.
The Ops-Core FAST BUMP (SF) is designed for environments where ballistic threats are not a priority, and the focus is on protection from blunt trauma forces, or where the primary need is for integration of mission-configured components. Designed to include all the revolutionary bells and whistles of the FAST series, the BUMP (SF) does not disappoint.

Highlights and Updates Include:

Blunt Impact Protection: Rigid polymer Super High Cut shell with eight vent holes to provide increased airflow and reduced heat Stress. This helmet meets ACH level and EN1385 level blunt impact protection. The Ops-Core FAST Bump family is the only non-ballistic helmet in its class to be rated IAW the U.S. Army’s ACH CO/PD 05-04 Standard for blunt impact protection, which exceeds most common sporting or industry standards for similar products.
Suspension: Vented Lux Liner with Low Profile OCC-Dial and Head-Loc Retention System offering enhanced impact protection and unmatched stability and comfort
Secure NVG Mounting: We have moved away from the in-molded plastic shroud and are using the field proven Modular Bungee Shroud, which is featured on the rest of our FAST product line
Comfort / Stability: This helmet shares the same Vented Lux Liner and Low Profile Occ-Dial as the rest of the FAST product line which is a significant improvement over the legacy EPP system.
PowerPath Rail: The FAST BUMP (SF) is the first product to feature the new PowerPath ARC rail, which adds all of the features ARC shim as well as some additional cable management features in a lightweight monolithic part.

Pre-Order Here!

In-Depth Features on Youtube Now!

If you’re interested in a more in depth video on all of the new features, check out the full length video on YouTube now. Subscribe to the TNVCINC Youtube channel for a side by side comparison with the Legacy BUMP, coming soon!

TNVC provides the best night vision, thermal, and visual augmentation gear for law enforcement, military, and hunting use, but can it find cryptids and UAPs? Maybe we’ll find out soon!

Watch the series Beyond Skinwalker Ranch on The History Channel where the team puts some of our equipment to the test!

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Loma Linda, CA 92354-3110

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Galco’s Royal Guard 2.0 IWB Holster for the Staccato P!

Posted on Tuesday, 20 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

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Galco’s Royal Guard 2.0 Inside IWB Holster!

June 2023

Now available for the Staccato P!

Constructed of premium horsehide, the Royal Guard™ 2.0 has the rough side of the leather out for greater stability in the pants, while the smooth side of the leather lies against the handgun for a slicker draw feel. The butt-forward cant increases concealability when worn behind the strong hip, while the addition of a raised sweat guard protects both the handgun and the gun carrier.

The metal-reinforced mouth allows easy one-handed return to the holster. The Royal Guard 2.0 is supplied with removable black belt loops fitting belts up to 1 3/4”, with optional tan and black 1 1/4”, 1 1/2″, and 1 3/4″ belt loops available. All these features combine to make a truly professional-grade IWB holster.

The improved Royal Guard 2.0 is offered for right hand draw, in two-tone color scheme using a natural holster body with a black collar and belt loops.

See all of Galco’s IWB Holsters!

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Dealer inquiries:

800-874-2526 dealersales@galcoholsters.com

Galco Holsters

2019 W Quail Ave, Phoenix, United States, 85027

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The Best Defense

Posted on Tuesday, 20 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Benchmade Knife Company 300 Beavercreek Road Oregon City, Oregon 97045

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Get 20% Off Everything in Your Cart

Posted on Tuesday, 20 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

For a limited time only, now for all SIG SAUER customers, when you add 20 boxes of select pistol ammunition to your cart, you will automatically get 20% EVERYTHING IN YOUR CART!

Here’s How it Works:

★ Go to sigsauer.com/20for20 and add 20 boxes of in-stock ammo to your cart and immediately receive 20% off

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*Offer is valid for in-stock pistol caliber items only at sigsauer.com/20for20 and excludes blemished ammo products. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer.

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New HeadHunters NW Podcast with Larry Keane & Patrick Rothwell

Posted on Tuesday, 20 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

NEW HEADHUNTERS NW PODCAST WITH LARRY KEANE AND PATRICK ROTHWELL EXAMINES NSSF IMPACT ON SHOOTING INDUSTRY

Shooting Industry Podcast

June 19, 2023 –Edgemont, SD – HeadHunters NW, the premier executive recruiting firm focused exclusively and deliberately on talent acquisition for the shooting, hunting, and outdoor industry, recently launched a new episode of the HeadHunters NW Podcast featuring Larry Keane and Patrick Rothwell of the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF®). Hosted by Shaylene Keiner, President of HeadHunters NW, this episode explores the expansive impact the NSSF has on the shooting, hunting, and outdoor industry.

According to Keiner, “This podcast episode is significant as Larry and Patrick explain the crucial work undertaken by the NSSF in support of the Second Amendment and our shooting industry. The organization is on the front lines in combatting the legislative and regulatory challenges faced by gun owners and our industry daily.”

“Matching the intensity, funding, and resources of the ‘other side’ is paramount to maintaining the industry’s infrastructure,” Keiner said, “Federally and at the state level, the NSSF protects Americans and the firearms industry,” she added. During Headhunters NW Podcast episode #13, learn how the NSSF and the NSSF PAC work with Congress and states to introduce and advocate for legislation regarding fish and wildlife conservation policies and excise taxes, Bureau of Land Management issues, export controls and import issues, banking discrimination, website hosting struggles, social media infractions, payment processors, and more.

“The episode concludes with Larry and Patrick describing the NSSF initiative to end the unjustified discrimination against law-abiding companies through the Firearm Industry Nondiscrimination Act (FIND ACT),” Keiner stated. Learn more at NSSF FIND ACT.

HeadHunters NW Podcast

· HHNW #13, Larry Keane, for Government & Public Affairs, Assistant Secretary and General Counsel, and Patrick Rothwell, Managing Director, Government Relations-Federal Affairs, NSSF, NSSFPAC

“Please share the podcast with folks you know and people you think should consider working in our great community of freedom-loving, gun-carrying Americans,” Keiner added.

Find the HeadHunters NW Podcast on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, YouTube, or Google Podcasts. To learn more, visit headhuntersnw.com/podcast.

For information about HeadHunters NW, visit HeadHuntersNW.com.

About the HeadHunters NW Podcast

Please tune in to the HeadHunters NW Podcast with HeadHunters NW President Shaylene Keiner as she talks with the leaders who inspire the success of the shooting, hunting, and outdoor industry. Listen 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 business. 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.

About HeadHunters NW

The Best Heads for Business

HeadHunters NW recruits talent for Fortune 500 corporations, venture, and private equity groups, family-owned businesses, and non-profits while uncovering talent for C-suite roles, vital management positions, and more. HeadHunters NW discovers thriving candidates from various industries, functions, and regions and places them in influential roles in the shooting, hunting, and outdoor industry. People who will drive your objectives to the next level are within our reach, and we secure them for you swiftly. HeadHunters NW helps you hire the best talent for your team in the timeframe you set.

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On To Fort Novosel, Alabama, the US Patriot Tour Swings Southwest

Posted on Tuesday, 20 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

On To Fort Novosel, Alabama, the US Patriot Tour Swings Southwest

Home of Army Aviation and named for CW4 Michael J. Novosel Sr., a Medal of Honor recipient, who made the Wiregrass region his home.

Lexington, KY (June 2023) – U.S. Patriot, a GALLS® company, and one of the largest military suppliers of uniforms, boots, and gear, will stop at Fort Novosel (previously Fort Rucker), Alabama on June 23, 2023. This is the fifteenth stop on their 6800-mile, 25-military base tour in which team U.S. Patriot, comprised of veterans and employees of the company, visit the base exchange to say thank you to the troops.

At every base, the U.S. Patriot team sets up outside the base’s exchange and offers food, drinks, promos, giveaways, and a chance to win the 2023 Jeep® Wrangler Willys 4×4. On Friday, June 23, the USP team will host the Fort Novosel event at the base exchange located at 9214 Fifth Ave. The event is open to all former and current military members and their families.

“The purpose of this tour is to meet our customers face-to-face, get to know our troops, and bring their voice directly into how we serve them better for their tactical gear needs.,” Mike Fadden, CEO of U.S. Patriot, said. “There is no better way to honor the bravery and sacrifice of the men and women who serve our country than to meet them in person, celebrate their stories and create a fun and memorable event they can enjoy with their families.”

The tour will be interactive, and the military service members will be encouraged to leave their unit’s memorabilia on the Jeep, making it one-of-its-kind by the end of the tour. At the conclusion of the tour, the Jeep will be given away through a sweepstake random drawing to one lucky winner. All active-duty military members, national guard members, reservists, military retirees, military veterans, and dependents of active-duty military members are eligible to enter the sweepstakes. No purchase is necessary.

For more information on U.S. Patriot Bravery Tour, visit www.uspatriot.com.

About U.S. Patriot:

For over 20 years, U.S. Patriot Tactical has been dedicated to serving American heroes at home and abroad. As the Nation’s largest military supplier, and now as part of the larger GALLS® family, we are committed to delivering the highest quality Apparel, Gear, and Footwear so you can focus on your mission. Whether you are a service member abroad, keeping us safe at home, or preparing to tackle life’s next adventure, the U.S. Patriot Team is prepared to deliver the service you deserve. With over 70 locations and lightning-fast international shipping through our online store, getting everything you need to ensure mission success has never been easier.

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We’ve Got You Covered

Posted on Tuesday, 20 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

BOO BOO POUCH

The Boo Boo Pouch is one of our most “senior” pouches in the lineup for the simplest reason – its works for almost anything you need to carry. Originally designed for band aids, lip balm, and other range necessities that do not have a dedicated pouch – it works great for a small E&E kit, batteries, field tools, tape, MARCO refills, or anything else you need this is small, simple, Helium Whisper® mounted MOLLE pouch.

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Aviation Talent Forecast

Posted on Tuesday, 20 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

CAE Inc. - Wikipedia

CAE forecasts need to recruit 1.3 million new aviation professionals by 2032

Commercial aviation: 1.18M

252,000 Pilots
328,000 Maintenance technicians
599,000 Cabin crew

Business aviation: 106,000

32,000 Pilots
74,000 Maintenance technicians

Le Bourget, France, June 20, 2023 – (NYSE: CAE; TSX: CAE) – CAE today released at the Paris International Airshow its 2023 Aviation Talent Forecast, which anticipates a global need for 1.3 million new aviation professionals to join the industry as pilots, aircraft maintenance technicians and cabin crew over the next 10 years to support the expected growth of the commercial and business aviation markets.

The comprehensive 10-year study estimates a need for 1.18 million individuals to be recruited and trained for the commercial aviation industry, and 106,000 people for business aviation, to fill vacancies due to retirement and attrition, and the expansion of the aviation industry.

“With a need for 1.3 million people by 2032, CAE’s Aviation Talent Forecast is a call to action for the industry to promote careers in aviation to the next generation, reach out to underrepresented communities, and develop innovative support programs to expand the pool of talent needed for the continued growth and safety of our industry,” said Nick Leontidis, CAE’s Group President, Civil Aviation. “As commercial aviation nears full recovery and business aviation exceeds pre-pandemic levels, CAE’s Aviation Talent Forecast shows that the demand will continue to grow, and the industry will have to come together and find creative ways to ensure a steady pipeline of highly trained personnel for the next 10 years and beyond.”

The Aviation Talent Forecast is a tool for stakeholders across the aviation ecosystem which analyzes the upcoming talent demand for pilots, and for the first time in this report, for aircraft maintenance technicians and cabin crew worldwide. It not only focuses on how many people will be needed in each region over the next decade but also on the reasons for the high demand and what the industry can do to attract talent.

The report also offers insightful perspectives on the industry’s transformation through advanced training, sustainable practices, and diverse talent acquisition. In addition to projecting the demand for aviation professionals, it highlights the role of technology in shaping the industry, the importance of sustainability, and the impact of diversity in filling the talent pipeline.

Read the 2023 Aviation Talent Forecast.

ABOUT CAE

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, defense and security forces and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight, mission and medical simulators and training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

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New for 2023: Streamlight’s ProTac 2.0 Headlamp

Posted on Monday, 19 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Streamlight®, Inc., is a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon mounted light/laser sighting devices for the law enforcement market, and global military space. In 2023, they introduced a high performance headlamp that can deliver a 2000 lumen flood beam of white light, and it’s comfortable, robust and rated to IP64 specs.

Read my review…

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P365-XMACRO + Kryptek/GunSkins Giveaway

Posted on Monday, 19 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Get Outfitted by Kryptek and GunSkins and Win a P365-XMACRO!

Now through June 30, you could win an amazing prize pack from SIG SAUER, Kryptek and GunSkins valued at over $2,300!

Prize Pack Valued at Over $2,300 Includes:

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Burning Through Ammo at the Range? Stock Up on SIG SAUER Factory Blemished Ammunition and Save Big!

SIG SAUER blemished ammunition is available at reduced prices and includes minor cosmetic imperfections which result during typical manufacturing processes. These imperfections do not create functional issues; however, there may be slight performance variations from the standard spec ammunition. SIG SAUER blemished ammunition, is manufactured at the SIG SAUER ammunition facility in Jacksonville, Arkansas.

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18th SPIKE USER CLUB RECONVENES IN DENMARK

Posted on Monday, 19 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

With 19 user nations in attendance, and a reveal of the latest tech in SPIKE training — The 18th SPIKE Users’ Club Meeting has concluded successfully.

In a collaborative effort between NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), EuroSpike and RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems, The SPIKE Missile Family’s global users gathered together in Copenhagen, Denmark for the 18th SPIKE Users’ Club Meeting.

SPIKE, the combat proven RAFAEL flagship family of missile systems, is an industry leader of precise tactical missiles with a global user base.

The SPIKE Users’ Club Meeting was established by global SPIKE users in 2003. The annual event allows users to engage with other user nations serving as a collaborative platform fostering partnerships among user countries, and encouraging the exchange of ideas and lessons learned from operational experiences. By leveraging the collective experience and expertise of SPIKE users, this forum empowers participants to optimize their utilization of the system, ensuring its effectiveness in addressing complex defense challenges.

The convening of SPIKE users and Rafael’s subject matter experts and EuroSpike’s programs management creates a unique opportunity for the exchange of ideas offering invaluable insights into the operability as well as latest advancements in the SPIKE missile system.

In its’ 2023 rendition, the SPIKE Users’ Club held workshops focusing on Vehicle Integration, Operations, Tactics and Doctrine, Logistics, as well as Training and Simulation — with the reveal of the newest SPIKE trainer.

“This collaborative event reflects our commitment to facilitating a strong network of SPIKE users who can leverage their collective knowledge to enhance the system’s performance and contribute to each and to the global defense landscape. We are very pleased with the exchange of insights and experiences at this year’s event and welcome continued growth of the SPIKE Users’ Club”, said a representative from EuroSpike.

A NSPA representative added, “The SPIKE Users’ Club Meeting demonstrates our dedication to fostering collaboration among the SPIKE community within NATO and beyond. By leveraging the collective knowledge and experiences of SPIKE users, we aim to enhance interoperability, operational effectiveness, and maximize the value of this cutting-edge missile system. We are pleased to partner with Rafael and EuroSpike in order to support this initiative and our customer nations.”

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IDV to provide up to 3,000 multirole vehicles to the Swedish Armed Forces

Posted on Monday, 19 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

IDV (Iveco Defense Vehicles) has signed a Framework Agreement with the Swedish Defense Materiel Administration (FMV) to provide up to 3,000 light vehicles to the Swedish Armed Forces. The initial order will be for 400 vehicles.

IDV has signed a Framework Agreement (FWA) to supply up to 3,000 Light Multi Purpose Vehicles LMPV) of the type MUV 4×4 (Military Utility Vehicle) to the Swedish Armed Forces. The Framework Agreement extends over four years 2023 until 2027 with the option to extend the agreement for additional five years. The MUV 4×4, the selected vehicle considered able to fulfil the LMPV requirements, is available in 12 different variants including troop transport vehicles, medical variant vehicles, communication vehicles, logistic vehicles, and dog transport. The 12 different LMPV versions can easily be accommodated on the MUV platform, a versatile and modular family of vehicles with several combinations in terms of GVW, chassis, cab, engine and driveline. The vehicles offered by IDV will guarantee high levels of mobility, compatibility with military fuels, adaptability to diverse climatic ranges, and top-notch EMC performance.

The MUV is a purpose-built military vehicle, developed to be the natural successor of IDV’s work horse, the M40E15-WM, compliant with military and NATO standards, which significantly benefits also from important synergies with heavily industrialized components. Rugged and highly mobile, the MUV has been designed to meet military users’ broad spectrum of operation requirements. With a GVW of up to 7 ton, the vehicle is designed to offer a maximum payload of 4 ton. The engine is specifically designed to operate in demanding environments, including extreme temperatures ranging from -32°C to +49°C, and can also operate with NATO fuels. Mobility is further enhanced by a permanent 4×4 drive with central/front/rear lockable differentials and a PTO equipped transfer case as well as by an independent front suspension system with torsion bar, which ensures balanced off-road mobility, handling, and reliability. By maximizing the commonality of components and manufacturing across the MUV family, the logistical footprint is reduced while, at the same time, flexibility is improved by introducing modular superstructures to enhance MUV’s suitability in various operational scenarios.

In order to respond to the set of specific technical requirements for the LMPV Project, IDV designed on-purpose solutions and vehicle adaptations. These customization requirements include an EMC performance upgrade in terms of both vehicle and superstructures, thus reaching full military levels of compliance, in-cab predispositions for the integration of communication and military equipment as well as tailor-made superstructures for different roles and applications, including the possibility to transport the Medical 2 variant within the C-130 airplane while at the same time guaranteeing the functionality of the medical systems and intensive care equipment during the flight.

The support required for the LMPV Project includes the setup of a local footprint in the incoming short term, thus granting to the Swedish Armed Forces the required readiness during the Service Life of the MUV. Consequently, in view of the FWA LMPV, a dedicated Customer Logistic Support (CLS) FWA is also signed, which will be covering the reliability and availability of the servicing fleet for up to 12 years.

IDV has extensive experience in developing military vehicles to meet current as well as future global operational requirements. Throughout the recent years, the company has identified the need for a light vehicle, specifically designed to undertake a variety of roles in low intensity operational scenario such as: logistic support, in-land operations and training, humanitarian aid, homeland security missions for UN, EU and NATO and able to satisfy military requirements of non-NATO forces. In response to these requirements, the company has developed a new generation of unprotected and lightly protected vehicles. The MUV draws on company’s extensive experience in the light vehicles sector, highlighted by the extraordinary commercial success of its predecessor, the above mentioned M40E15-WM, which scored more than 18,000 units worldwide over the last 30 years. To date, the MUV is in service in an extensive list of countries worldwide such as Spain, Czech Republic, Austria, Poland, Malaysia and Taiwan.

Iveco Defense Vehicles is a company of Iveco Group. IDV is dedicated to delivering innovative automotive and protection solutions to meet the needs of military customers worldwide. The company manufactures specialist logistic, protected, and armored vehicles to meet a broad spectrum of defense applications. More information can be found on the website: www.idvgroup.com

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Winchester Donates Ammunition to NSSF’s First Shots Program

Posted on Monday, 19 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

June 16, 2023

Winchester Donates Ammunition to NSSF’s First Shots® Program

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is pleased to acknowledge the sponsorship support of Winchester to NSSF’s First Shots® program in the form of 40,000 rounds of rimfire ammunition.

Winchester is one of the premier manufacturers of ammunition in America and is a longtime supporter of First Shots and other NSSF programs such as National Shooting Sports Month® and Project ChildSafe®.

“NSSF’s First Shots program is grateful to Winchester for its generous donation of ammunition,” said Zach Snow, NSSF Director, Member Development. “As a result of Winchester’s support of First Shots, many first-time and novice target shooters will gain experience in handling and using firearms safely. Americans in growing numbers are eager to learn about firearm ownership, and First Shots has been designed to assist them by providing education in the classroom and experience on the firing line.”

NSSF’s First Shots is an introductory and refresher program made available through host target-shooting ranges across the country. By providing educational experiences that are safe, fun and memorable, host ranges are having great success in attracting first timers, further engaging new gun owners and in reactivating lapsed participants. Surveys show that more than 43 percent of First Shots participants are converted to target-shooting enthusiasts who individually spend on average more than $600 annually on their shooting sports endeavors.

“The NSSF First Shots program continues to build up the shooting sports community with positive experiences at shooting ranges across the country,” said Jason Gilbertson, Director of Marketing for Winchester Ammunition. “We fully support the mission of the program, and this ammunition donation will allow for new participants to engage and learn.”

NSSF provides host ranges with all the program materials and promotional resources to help offset overall event expenses. Shooting ranges and firearm instructors can learn how to become a First Shots host here or by contacting Ann Gamauf at 203-426-1320 ext. 247.

If you’re interested to learn about firearm safety, range etiquette and the basic firearm fundamentals to get you on target, find a First Shots seminar near you!

About NSSF

NSSF is the trade association for the firearm industry. Its mission is to promote, protect and preserve hunting and the shooting sports. Formed in 1961, NSSF has a membership of thousands of manufacturers, distributors, firearm retailers, shooting ranges, sportsmen’s organizations and publishers nationwide. For more information, visit nssf.org.

National Shooting Sports Foundation | 11 Mile Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470

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Wishing All Our Dads A Happy Father’s Day

Posted on Sunday, 18 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

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UNVEILING ANTI-HYPERSONIC INTERCEPTOR: RAFAEL AT THE PARIS AIRSHOW 2023

Posted on Friday, 16 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

RAFAEL IS UNVEILING A NEW MISSILE INTERCEPTOR AGAINST HYPERSONIC THREATS

RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., a leading defense technology company, announced today that it has developed an advanced interceptor, named “Sky Sonic,” as a groundbreaking defensive response to the growing threat of hypersonic missiles. This revolutionary system will be officially unveiled for the first time at the Paris Air Show, one of the world’s largest aerospace exhibitions, opening next week.

The Sky Sonic interceptor represents a major technological leap in hypersonic missile defense. Designed with exceptional maneuverability and high-speed capabilities, it effectively neutralizes hypersonic missiles, which travel at ten times the speed of sound, with unmatched precision and stealth. RAFAEL’s booth at the Paris Air Show will showcase the interceptor, highlighting the company’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of air defense technology.

Dr. Yuval Steinitz, Chairman of RAFAEL “RAFAEL has identified a marked increase and arousing interest in the international arena with proven operational capabilities and a geopolitical reality that has created many opportunities. We are following the developments and emerging threats in the current security context and are developing the most advanced defense systems. Project Sky Sonic is an innovative, unique development of its kind for the hypersonic weapon threat.

Major General Yoav Har Even, CEO of Rafael “We are coming to the air show with RAFAEL’s vast and impressive portfolio that includes systems that are at the forefront of technology. We at RAFAEL believe that even the seemingly impossible can be done. We have proven this in the past and will continue to prove it in the future. The orders for these systems are breaking records and for the first time we stand on a backlog of orders of over 40 billion NIS and alongside the activity as a successful global business company, RAFAEL continues to be a significant pillar in the security of the State of Israel.”

On June 19th RAFAEL will be holding a ceremony where the company will unveil the Sky Sonic Interceptor which will confront hypersonic threats. The event will be held at 14:00 local time at Hall 3, Booth 24.

There will not be a question answer & period and journalists are asked to send requests via email directly.

Interview requests to be directed to International Communications Manager and Spokesperson Daniel Tsemach: danielt5@rafael.co.il

Link to RAFAEL at Paris Air Show 2023 Landing Page: https://www.rafael.co.il/exhibitions/paris-air-show-2023/

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RAFAEL INTRODUCES ‘PUZZLE’ INTELLIGENCE SUITE AT PARIS AIR SHOW 2023

Posted on Friday, 16 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. Introduces “Puzzle” Intelligence Suite, Revolutionizing Multi-Domain Intelligence

HAIFA, 15/06/2023 – Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., a global leader in defense technology, is proud to announce the unveiling of Puzzle, an innovative AI-based decision support suite that combines multi-domain intelligence and artificial intelligence capabilities. Puzzle represents a groundbreaking paradigm shift in situational analysis and the Sensor to Shooter circuit, enabling unprecedented efficiency, speed, and precision.

The highly anticipated Puzzle suite will be officially presented at the prestigious Paris Air Show, where Rafael will showcase its cutting-edge solutions to industry leaders, military officials, and defense enthusiasts. Puzzle integrates information from diverse sensor sources, including VISINT (visual intelligence such as photos, satellite imagery, and videos) and SIGINT (signals intelligence – communication/electronic), creating a comprehensive and filtered dataset through advanced AI and machine learning algorithms. The suite’s ability to rapidly process and analyze information empowers military decision-makers, shortening operational timelines and optimizing the effectiveness of military operations.

In recent years, armed forces worldwide have invested heavily in advanced sensor technologies to enhance their intelligence gathering capabilities. However, the growing volume of information obtained from these sensors often exceeds the capacity for timely analysis and utilization. Notably, a significant portion of the data remains unexamined, resulting in suboptimal target production and, at times, wasteful deployment of expensive armaments.

The Puzzle suite addresses these challenges by leveraging AI algorithms to enable human analysts to handle vast amounts of information rapidly. By separating crucial data from extraneous details, Puzzle facilitates targeted extraction of relevant intelligence, effectively sifting through mountains of big data. Whether deployed in stationary command and intelligence centers or mobile field headquarters, Puzzle seamlessly interfaces with existing command and control systems, operating both during routine activities and in times of crisis, operational activity, or warfare. Its significance lies in its ability to understand the necessary targets and assign the appropriate effectors while meeting demanding schedules, effectively bridging the gap in the sensor to shooter circuit.

Key components of the Puzzle suite include:

IMILITE: A multi-sensor IMINT intelligence system capable of receiving, processing, and distributing information from various intelligence platforms. Utilizing advanced image processing algorithms, IMILITE provides security forces worldwide with a leading-edge solution for today’s intelligence gathering, processing, and distribution needs.
SIGNAL.AI: An AI-based signal intelligence system that transforms communication and electronic intelligence detections into actionable insights, facilitating faster and more accurate decision-making by reducing analyst workload.
TARGETS: Empowers commanders with operational language and decision-making capabilities to achieve their objectives. This component utilizes sophisticated search and extraction mechanisms to present relevant attack targets according to specified criteria, including timetables and desired outcomes, while integrating information from diverse sources.
FORCE: Enables the construction of fire support plans by effectively aligning targets with effectors, for multiple missions. FORCE enhances cumulative effects on the enemy through efficient timing and dynamic intelligence-influenced planning, maximizing the impact on high-priority targets and reallocating resources as needed. The system optimizes decision-making, allowing human planners to focus on the core essence of the attack and increase effects within compressed timeframes.

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. is proud to present the Puzzle suite at the 2023 Paris Air Show, marking a significant advancement in intelligence and target precision. This groundbreaking solution exemplifies Rafael’s commitment to providing cutting-edge technologies that empower military forces to achieve unprecedented levels of operational efficiency, effectiveness, and situational awareness.

RAFAEL AT THE PARIS AIR SHOW: https://www.rafael.co.il/exhibitions/paris-air-show-2023/

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Meet the BDS9

Posted on Friday, 16 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

1911s Parts & Accessories Revolvers

BDS9
(Boardroom Double Stack 9mm)

Speed, performance, and reliability matter- the all-new BDS9 from Nighthawk Custom is built for it all.
The BDS9 (Boardroom Double Stack 9mm) is designed, and hand built for the alpha competitive shooter. The slide has a heavy tri-cut angle top and lightening ports, allowing the slide to cycle quicker for faster follow up shots. This model comes with our Interchangeable Optics System ( IOS ) factory installed, giving shooters the option of shooting iron sights or a red dot optic. Competition shooters now are able to run the same pistol in multiple divisions, being able to easily change from your iron sight plate to an optic while holding zero.

The BDS9 has all the features and options you need. The slide and frame have been coated in a silver DLC finish which looks great and is also very durable. The barrel and controls have been finished in black DLC for a sleek contrast. The billet aluminum grip has been anodized black to provide long-lasting strength. This grip also features our new aggressive texture providing a grip that is sure to stick to your hands no matter what the climate is. The aggressive grip texture ensures a stout grip and allows greater accuracy and assurance.
The BDS9 comes in a 9mm double stack configuration which offers a 17+1 capacity to the shooter. The 5″ match grade bull barrel is chambered in 9mm exclusively. The barrel has been crowned and cut flush with the slide. The BDS9 has a full-length recon rail for added weight down low where you want it. A Heinie Black Ledge rear sight is paired with a red fiber optic front sight for optimal target acquisition in all lighting situations.

This competition double stack comes hand fit with two slide stops, both finished in black DLC. The first slide stop operates like any standard 1911 slide stop, locking the slide back on an empty magazine. The second slide stop is a disengaged slide stop for competition shooters who do not want the slide to lock back. This gives shooters the confidence knowing that any possible magazine over insertion or premature lock back is impossible while running the pistol fast in competition.
For more information on the BDS9, or to check on dealer availability, contact Nighthawk Custom or your local preferred dealer today! To speak with an account manager, give us a call at 877-268-4867.

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GA-ASI Performs First Flight of New Heavy Fuel Engine for Gray Eagle ER

Posted on Friday, 16 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Gray Eagle Extended Range (GE-ER) | General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc.

GA-ASI PERFORMS FIRST FLIGHT OF NEW HEAVY FUEL ENGINE FOR GRAY EAGLE ER

SAN DIEGO – 15 June 2023 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) conducted the first flight of its new 200-horsepower heavy fuel engine on a Gray Eagle aircraft at its El Mirage flight facility on May 9, 2023. The Heavy Fuel Engine (HFE) 2.0 is being considered by the U.S. Army to become the fleet replacement for the current 180-horsepower engine used by the Gray Eagle Extended Range (GE-ER) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS). HFE 2.0 is also the cornerstone of the modernized Gray Eagle 25M (GE-25M) aircraft currently being developed under a U.S. Army-funded program to support future Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) missions.

GA-ASI initiated the Internal Research and Development program that led to HFE 2.0 in 2016 with the goal of designing and developing a more reliable and durable engine that would also address diminishing manufacturing sources for aviation heavy fuel engines and components. GA-ASI and its affiliate General Atomics Europe partnered with global leaders in high-performance engines—supported by propulsion technology innovator Cosworth—to develop an engine with increased horsepower, durability, and reliability. GA-ASI also brought in General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) to design and build the engine’s dual brushless generators, which will dramatically reduce field maintenance and deliver over 50 percent more electrical power for new payloads and mission capabilities.

“We’re very excited to see GE-ER powered by this new state-of-the-art propulsion system,” said GA-ASI President Dave Alexander. “In order to ensure the highest reliability and durability, we brought together a world-class team from across industry and leveraged our extensive HFE experience to deliver this solution. We’re proud to make this engine available to our U.S. Army customer.”

The design effort was focused on reducing field maintenance and extending the time between engine replacement by 40 percent over the current engine.

HFE 2.0 will continue to undergo planned IRAD flight tests and begin qualification testing this year.

About GA-ASI

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a leading designer and manufacturer of proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. With more than seven million flight hours, GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent flight that enables situational awareness and rapid strike. The company also produces a variety of ground control stations and sensor control/image analysis software, offers pilot training and support services, and develops meta-material antennas. For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.

Avenger, Lynx, Predator, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are registered trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

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Exclusive: Our thanks for your service

Posted on Friday, 16 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Check out the GWOT rifle.

HONORING THOSE WHO SERVED SELFLESSLY.

Designed and priced exclusively for our military and law-enforcement customers who dedicated their lives to defending freedom, the limited-edition GWOT rifle package symbolizes our eternal gratitude. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime heirloom piece. Grab yours before July 4th, 2023, when the GWOT rifle package is retired forever.
Please share this email with your fellow veterans who served alongside you during the Global War on Terror to ensure they don’t miss the chance to own this special edition rifle package.

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This lighter weight, fully ambidextrous version of our industry-standard DDM4 offers right- and left-handed shooters even more flexibility and control. A 12.5″ RIS III rail provides easy attachment/detachment of M-LOK accessories, and a mid-length gas system provides smooth, reliable cycling while reducing perceived recoil and wear and tear on parts. It’s equipped with a Blue Force Gear Vickers Sling, Magpul MBUS Pro Flip-Up sights, and includes a custom “Global War on Terror” engraving.

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+ 14.5″ chrome-lined, heavy-phosphate-coated Government profile barrel features a pinned & welded DD Flash Suppressor to extend length to 16″ for a non-NFA configuration

+ Fully ambidextrous lower enables shooter to operate important rifle mechanisms

without moving dominant hand from rifle grip

+ 12.5″ RIS III Rail—modeled after the RIS II two-piece handguard —features M-LOK attachment for lighter weight

+ Blue Force Gear Vickers Sling

+ Magpul MBUS Pro Flip-Up Sights

Includes Blue Force Gear Vickers Sling & Magpul MBUS Pro Flip-Up Sights

Custom GWOT engraving included on magwell

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Get A Can-Do Bugout

Posted on Friday, 16 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Benchmade Knife Company 300 Beavercreek Road Oregon City, Oregon 97045

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BROWNELLS: New Products from Bravo Company, Reptilia & True Precision

Posted on Friday, 16 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

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ODU AMC® Series T – Performance beyond traditional 38999 type with 3 locking modes

Posted on Friday, 16 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Performance beyond traditional 38999 type with 3 locking modes

ODU AMC® SERIES T – CONNECTORS FOR MILITARY AND SECURITY TECHNOLOGY

Designed for military and security applications, the ODU AMC® Series T offers three compatible locking options: Push-Pull, Break-Away and Thread-Lock on one device part. Locking requirements vary depending on the situation. Thread-Lock screw locking is particularly suitable for applications that have to deal with extremely strong vibrations. The Break-Away mechanism plug-in connection is designed to release the connection with manual force, allowing quick and easy disconnection in critical situations. The push-pull mechanism reliably locks into the device part and the ball-lock system provides additional support, ensuring interference-free data transmission.

The ODU AMC® Series T is designed to allow emergency personnel to quickly and easily clean the connectors and replace interfaces, even in the field under extreme conditions and stress. Five-finger and color coding prevents mismating. Different transmission variants can be individually configured even in the smallest installation space. The robust housings are waterproof up to IP6K9K with submersibility up to 20 m for a duration of 2 hours.

The ODU AMC® Series T meets the requirements of MIL Standard 38999 and also offers additional advantages. The connectors are certified to MIL-STD-1472 and MIL-STD-810 and can meet requirements for temperature extremes from -65° to +175° C or severe vibration.

In light of geopolitical tensions and the changing security situation worldwide, attention to the military and defense industry has increased significantly in recent years. Advances in technology and the need to protect against modern threats have led to an increased focus on innovation and resource investment in the military and defense industry.

These dynamics require robust and versatile military equipment capable of adapting to evolving threats and providing effective deterrence.

Robust under high loads and extreme temperatures, resistant to dust, water and vibration, that’s what ODU’s connector systems stand for. Optimized for demanding applications and transmission reliability even in the most technically challenging environments. The enormously high requirements for high-speed data technology and high-frequency transmission have been adapted to the application and environmental conditions to which the user and the device are exposed.

ODU Group: global representation with perfect connections

The ODU Group is one of the world’s leading suppliers of connector systems, employing 2,600 people around the world. In addition to its company headquarters in Muehldorf a. Inn (Germany), ODU also has an international distribution network and production sites in Sibiu/Romania, Shanghai/China, and Tijuana/Mexico. ODU combines all relevant areas of expertise and key technologies including design and development, machine tooling and special machine construction, injection, stamping, turning, surface technology, assembly and cable assembly. The ODU Group sells its products globally through its sales offices in China, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Austria, Romania, Sweden, UK and the US, as well as through numerous international sales partners. ODU connectors ensure a reliable transmission of power, signals, data and media for a variety of demanding applications including medical technology, military and security, automotive, industrial electronics, and test and measurement.

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Streamlight Renews C.O.P.S. Support For 24th Year

Posted on Friday, 16 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

STREAMLIGHT® RENEWS C.O.P.S. SUPPORT FOR 24TH YEAR

Company Donates $144,500; Sponsors Blue Honor Gala

Streamlight recently presented a check for $144,500 to Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S) to assist survivors of fallen heroes. Pictured left to right: C.O.P.S. Past National President Madeline Neumann; C.O.P.S Executive Director Dianne Bernhard; C.O.P.S. National President Patricia Carruth; Streamlight Board of Directors member Clayton French; Streamlight Sales Manager Brett Marquardt, and C.O.P.S Director of Development Lauren Crisman.

EAGLEVILLE, PA, June 15, 2023 – Streamlight®, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices for the law enforcement market, has renewed its sponsorship of Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) for the 24th year in a row. The company’s support helps to underwrite ongoing programs and activities for survivors of fallen officers. Streamlight’s 2023 contribution as a C.O.P. S. Guardian Sponsor totaled $144,500, including proceeds from recent sales of its ‘blue’ C.O.P.S. logoed products.

Streamlight supports the C.O.P.S. organization by sponsoring multiple programs and events throughout the year, culminating in this year’s National Police Weekend activities in Washington, D.C. where the company was the Presenting Sponsor at the Blue Honor Gala on May 14. The company also is a sponsor of Law Enforcement United, which helps to raise money for C.O.P.S. through programs like its recent “The Road to Hope” memorial bicycle ride.

Every year, Streamlight earmarks $1.00 from the sale of each Blue Nano Light® for C.O.P.S. The keychain flashlight boasts a super bright white LED and a double-sided FOB that features the C.O.P.S. logo on one side and Streamlight’s logo on the other side. Streamlight also donates $2.00 from the sale of each Blue Siege® AA lantern, featuring one white and two blue LEDs, and the C.O.P.S. logo on its globe.

“Streamlight is proud to serve as a Guardian Sponsor of C.O.P.S., and to support the organization’s many programs for those who have lost loved ones in the line of duty,” said Streamlight President and Chief Executive Officer Ray Sharrah. “As a leading provider of lighting equipment for first responders, we are committed not only to providing tools to keep police safe, but also to assisting C.O.P.S. in the important work they do for law enforcement.”

Today, more than 50 C.O.P.S. chapters nationwide provide resources to some 50,000 survivors, including immediate and extended families and co-workers of officers who have died in the line of duty.

For more information about C.O.P.S. and the programs that it offers, please visit Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.)

About Streamlight

Based in Eagleville, PA, Streamlight, Inc. is marking 50 years of manufacturing high-quality, durable flashlights designed to serve the specialized needs of professionals and consumers alike. Since 1973, the company has designed, manufactured and marketed high-performance flashlights, and today offers a broad array of lights, lanterns, weapon light/laser sighting devices, and scene lighting solutions for professional law enforcement, military, firefighting, industrial, automotive, and outdoor applications. Streamlight is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company. For additional information, please call 800-523-7488, visit streamlight.com

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Meet our D3 Gun Belt

Posted on Friday, 16 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Haley Strategic Partners

16655 N. 90th St., Ste. 100

Scottsdale, AZ 85260-2531

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STOP BLAMING OZONE DEPLETION FOR CLIMATE CHANGE

Posted on Friday, 16 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

I haven’t had a good shoot the shit in quite a while so it’s time. I don’t know about you but I’ve reached my limit on the “CLIMAT CRISIS” alarms. We have people committing suicide, seeking psychological help, and taking drugs because they bought the climate crisis story. So, this shoot the shit will address OZONE depletion and climate change. For those unfamiliar with a shoot the shit, it’s a social interaction during which any topic can be discussed, participants don’t need to know anything about the topic, they are free to use uncensored profanity, make any unsupported comment and insult anyone they wish. Unlike sitting with a psychologist, who broadly speaking is a jackass who majored in psychology so they could understand themselves, paying them $150+ per hour, a shoot the shit saves you the $150+.

So, let’s get started.

The atmosphere - where do thunderstorms live?

To talk about the ozone layer, we need to understand Earth’s atmospheric layers. The image above should clear that up for you.

When we talk about the Ozone layer, we are talking about ozone that exists in Earth’s stratosphere. Ozone, which is nothing more than O3, is a product of Q2 (oxygen) acted upon by solar ultraviolet light. When O2 is radiated by UV you get O3 or ozone. Ozone in the stratosphere acts like your sun blocker, it limits the amount of ultraviolet light that reaches the earth. Higher concentrations of UV reaching earth are problematic for humans who are susceptible to skin cancers; however, increased ultraviolet light accelerates photosynthesis, which is the process plant life uses to sustain itself. So, the takeaway here is that Ozone is generated by sunlight acting on oxygen, this is the good ozone. There’s also “bad ozone” which is the ozone you’ll find in the troposphere. Bad ozone comes from tropospheric POLLUTANTS chemically reacting in the presence of sunlight. I’ll pause here to talk about sources of oxygen.

Oxygen, which is needed to replenish the ozone layer comes from 2 sources: The majority of O2 comes from oceanic plankton, drifting plants, algae, and some bacteria that can photosynthesize and, in the process, generating O2, they consume carbon dioxide. The other source comes from landmass vegetation. So, ocean pollution and deforestation are areas of great concern. This is a BIG Deal because the O2 they generate is needed to produce stratospheric, or good ozone.

Fossil fuels require combustion which consume oxygen and generate carbon dioxide. The carbon dioxide and other contaminants produced by fossil fuels react in sunlight to produce tropospheric ozone otherwise known as bad ozone. This type of ozone acts as low level insulation to prevent thermal transfer trapping heat causing warming. So, should we limit fossil fuel use, the answer is yes, but you don’t want to make decision via anal extraction, we want to make informed decision. We can reduce global CO2 by cracking down on oceanic pollution and deforestation. We should aggressively fund carbon dioxide scrubbing technology, which is available as of this writing. We should replace fossil fuels with nuclear power. A 1.1Giga Watt nuclear power plant costs about $9 billion to build, and that includes financing costs. It’s not just clean, it takes up less land than littering solar panels and wind turbines all over the planet, and they are refueled at 2-year intervals.

Note that any action taken by the United States to reduce carbon emissions is as effective as a pay toilet in a diarrhea ward when you have China (the #1 carbon emitter in the world) and India (#3 global carbon emitter) not participating. Pollution is what needs to be addressed.

You need to think about climate crisis as a way of herding the uninformed into following. When 9-11 happened, the country rose and united to defeat terrorism. The climate crisis extravaganza is being advanced to achieve the same effect. We have the wherewithal to successfully tackle the source of the problem, which is pollution. But, to succeed, we need to get politics out of the equation.

Stratospheric ozone depletion is not responsible for climate change.

I hope this has shed some light on the climate discussion for you and remember that your EV is only as good as your power grid. Have a great weekend, give your iPhone and social media a rest and schedule your own shoot the shit.

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CZ TS 2 & CZ TS 2 Orange, CZ-USA’s Tactical Sport Pistols Side-By-Side

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

CZ TS 2 & CZ TS 2 Orange, CZ-USA’s Tactical Sport Pistols Side-By-Side

Kansas City, KS (June 14, 2023) – Tight manufacturing tolerances, supreme accuracy, and enhanced ergonomics define the CZ TS 2 series of tactical sport pistols. These pistols are loaded with high-performance features, making all TS 2 and TS 2 Orange models solid choices for practical shooting disciplines like IPSC, USPSA, 3-Gun, and Steel Challenge. However, choosing between these proven pistols can be difficult, so here is a side-by-side comparison to help inform buying decisions.

CZ TS 2 and TS 2 Orange are steel-framed single-action-only pistols sharing many competition-ready design features. And both versions are available in 9mm or .40 S&W.

Functional and aesthetic updates to the TS 2 line include a flared aluminum magwell for faster reloads and colored aluminum grips with deep checkering for a splash of color and, more importantly, improved hold. A deeper undercut on the beavertail moves the hand closer to the bore axis, and along with a lower profile slide, shooters experience less muzzle flip and faster follow-up shots.

The focus on performance is evident throughout the design. A 5.2-inch barrel improves ballistics while giving it a longer sight radius for improved accuracy. Front and rear cocking serrations on the slide make racking these pistols easy. A crisp single-action trigger provides a consistent trigger break, and a competition hammer reduces lock time.

The base model TS 2 has a fiber-optic front sight and fixed rear sight built to withstand rough competition use. In contrast, the Orange features an adjustable rear sight for quick POI adjustments.

CZ reserves the color orange for its customized high-performance sport pistols. So true to its color, the TS 2 Orange includes the match features of the base model TS 2 plus custom upgrades for improved performance. The most notable “Orange” enhancement is its “bull” barrel offering several advantages, including enhanced accuracy, recoil control, and longer service life.

Orange models also include extra cocking serrations on the top front edge of the slide for easy cocking. Like the CZ Shadow 2, the TS 2 ORANGE has a screw attachment system for the front sight for quick sight removal. A hand-fit barrel, slide, and frame ensure the tightest tolerances while maintaining reliability.

The CZ TS 2 Orange uses a modified thumb rest and higher-positioned ambidextrous manual safeties. CZ shortened the height of the magazine release button, improving grip comfort while maintaining lightning-fast reloading speeds.

The base model TS 2 is the perfect pistol for recreational shooting and newer shooters serious about competing. The CZ TS 2 Orange is an advanced competition pistol taking performance to the next level—a winning choice for high-performance shooters. It was optimized for IPSC standard division and USPSA limited division competitions and is also a worthy pistol in other shooting disciplines.

CZ TS 2 Specifications:

· SKU: 91220, 191222, 01220
· Caliber: 40 S&W, 9mm
· Magazine Capacity: 17+1, 20+1, 10+1
· Grips: Aluminum, Blue
· Frame Material: Steel
· Action: Single Action Only
· Barrel: Cold Hammer Forged
· Barrel Length: 5.28”
· Height: 5.80 in
· Width: 1.57 in
· Weight: 48.5 oz.
· Overall Length: 8.86 in
· Sights: Serrated Fiber Optic Front, Serrated Fixed Rear
· Safety: Ambidextrous Manual Safety, Safety stop on hammer
· MSRP: $1,599.00

CZ TS 2 Orange Specifications:

· SKU: 91265, 91266
· Caliber: 40 S&W, 9mm
· Magazine Capacity: 17+1, 20+1
· Grips: Aluminum, Orange
· Frame Material: Steel
· Action: Single Action Only
· Barrel Length: 5.2 in
· Width: 1.7 in
· Overall Length: 8.86 in
· Weight: 50.3 oz
· Sights: Fiber optic front, Adjustable checkered rear sight
· Safety: Manual Safety, Safety notch on the hammer
· MSRP: $2,199.00

Since 1997, CZ-USA has offered American shooters and hunters the best firearms the Czech Republic has to offer. CZ-USA will continue to improve, innovate, and add to the CZ-USA line-up of high-quality, affordable handguns, rifles, shotguns, plus custom-quality handguns from Dan Wesson. See how CZ-USA can make your shooting better, easier, and a lot more fun at cz-usa.com/.

For more information, please visit WWW.CZ-USA.COM

Source Outdoor Group | 322 Oak Street, Suite 2, Suite 204, Gainesville, GA 30501

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C&H Precision Red Dot Sights Are Also Available Through Amazon

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Visit the C+H store on Amazon

| EDC Red Dot Sight Pistol Optic

3 MOA and Multiple Reticle Options Available, Low-Profile, Perfect for Concealed Carry

| Duty Closed Emitter Red Dot Sight Pistol Optic

Adjustable, Multiple Reticle Options Available, ACRO Red Dot Footprint, 3 MOA, Shake to Wake

| COMP Red Dot Pistol Optic

Large Window, Adjustable, Shockproof, Waterproof, Multiple Reticle Options Available

C&H Precision Weapons, 459 Edsel Dr Richmond Hill, GA

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Swagger Bipods The Predator & Wild Hog Hunters Favorite Choice

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Swagger Bipods The Predator & Wild Hog Hunters Favorite Choice

Grand Island, NE. June 14, 2023 – The first design of the original Swagger Bipods was introduced to hunters close to a decade ago. The predator and hog hunter has arguably become the one who has seen the most significant advantages and benefits when used in the field.

Although Swagger Bipods have many unique designs and models that have been successfully used by turkey hunters and many big game hunters while pursuing elk, moose, deer, and other big game animals, it is the style of hunting that many predator and hog hunters have that has made Swagger Bipods, one of the most vital tools in a hunters arsenal.

Whether it is holding a weapon in a shooting position while using artificial lights and feeder timers when waiting out a group of wild feral hogs or keeping a predator hunter’s rifle ready while using an electronic caller and waiting on a fast-charging coyote to get into closer shooting range; having a hunting bipod that allows the hunter to adapt quickly and get into the proper shooting stance is a must. Swagger Bipods Hunter Series and QD Series of bipods have become many predator and hog hunters, bipods of choice when making every shot count because they are easy to use and because of the flex-ready technology of the Swagger Bipods.

Predator hunters can use the flexible bipods to maneuver into the proper shooting position that traditional hunting bipods could never achieve without excessive movement and repositioning from the hunter that often spooked predators or hogs when in close range or prevented hunters from getting a shot when predators would stay at long range.

Hunter Series & QD Series

The Hunter Series and the QD series are bipods genuinely designed for hunting. The Hunter Series attaches quickly to most standard rifles and the popular AR rifles many predator and hog hunters have become accustomed to. The Hunter or QD Series allows predator hunters to maintain a proper shooting position when standing, sitting, kneeling, or prone.

To lighten the load of predator hunters when walking into their next calling stand, they can choose the lighter-weight QD series. The same features and Quick Adapt Technology allow the QD series of bipods to attach to most firearms quickly and easily. With the QD Series, the hunter can attach and detach in seconds. It keeps them ready for any shooting situation they face when predator or hog hunting.

Hunter Series is available in 29” or 42” models

QD Series is available in 42” and 72” models

For more information, visit www.swaggerbipods.com.

Swagger Bipods are made in the USA, incorporating numerous unique high-performance features, including our patented Flex Ready Technology built into many of our products. At Swagger, we are confident our bipods will do for you what no bipod has ever done before, and back this claim with our Limited Lifetime Guarantee.

Swagger bipods are also covered by our Shoot With Confidence Guarantee. If your Swagger bipod does not give you more shooting flexibility and more shooting confidence, send the product back to us within 30 days of purchase, with proof of purchase from an authorized dealer, and we will buy it back. No questions asked.

For more information, please visit WWW.SWAGGERBIPODS.COM

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Mega Arms…on sale now, but not for long!

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

MEGA ARMS

Build with the best and save starting today.

For a limited time Mega Arms rifle parts are on sale, starting at just $98. This deal may not ever happen again so don’t miss out on the high precision parts.

Light weight, tight tolerances and precision machining are foundation for which Mega products are built on. There is not a higher standard in the industry.

SHOP MEGA ARMS

You’re probably going to need a barrel. Good thing they’re on sale too.

SHOP BARRELS

ZEV Technologies

2120 Northpark Dr

Centralia, WA 98531

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MDT is announcing the new Control Bridge – ACC Elite

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Win the entire MDT chassis line-up!

CHASSIS MAGAZINES BIPODS ACCESSORIES

RELEASING WEDNESDAY JUNE 14TH

MDT Sporting Goods Ltd. Announces Their New Control Bridge – ACC Elite.

We’re excited to announce the launch of our new MDT ACC Elite Control Bridge. This accessory acts as a mirage mitigation device and provides a barrel cover when reaching up and over your forend for added control.

The textured top face reduces the chance of your hand slipping and provides additional grip, while the six screws securely fasten the bridge to the forend for a very rigid interface. Optionally, they can be stacked for full forend enclosure or coupled with the NV Bridge (coming soon). It has clearance for large-diameter, straight taper match barrels. This product is only compatible with the MDT ACC Elite chassis systems.

The MDT ACC Elite Control Bridge is now available with a starting price of $119.95 USD and can be found at https://mdttac.com/control-bridge-acc-elite/

ABOUT MDT Sporting Goods Ltd.

MDT is the leading precision rifle chassis manufacturer with offices and production in Chilliwack, BC, Canada, and Everson, WA, USA. MDT was born out of a single purpose: to provide better value and better accuracy for precision rifles. The first MDT chassis was developed from the ground up based on the needs of shooters. Our engineers verified every function and feature based on the input from competitive shooters. The result was a game-changing product called the TAC21 that continues to perform at the range, in the field, and in competitions worldwide. Today, MDT chassis, magazines, and accessories are still developed the same way. We collaborate, question, and verify our concepts with precision shooters from around the globe to ensure that every MDT product is designed with the same single purpose: to help you Shoot Better.

For more information, see https://mdttac.com

Win the entire MDT chassis line-up!

MDT 45910 Rowat Ave Unit 105 Chilliwack, BC V2P 1J3

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NSSF Files Motion to Enjoin Unconstitutional California Firearm Industry Liability Law

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

June 14, 2023

NSSF Files Motion to Enjoin Unconstitutional California Firearm Industry Liability Law

WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, filed a motion for a preliminary injunction in its legal challenge, NSSF v. Bonta, seeking to enjoin California’s firearm industry liability law, AB 1594, that was passed last year and signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom. The unconstitutional law permits and encourages civil suits against members of the firearm industry for the damages caused by the actions of criminals. This law is an affront to the U.S. Constitution and abuses the judicial system in an attempt to circumvent the will of the U.S. Congress when it passed the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). The law goes into effect July 23. NSSF’s motion to enjoin was filed by Clement & Murphy, PLLC.

NSSF’s motion argues that California’s firearm industry liability law is preempted by the federal Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) which was passed with bipartisan support in Congress and subsequently signed into law by President George W. Bush in 2005. The PLCAA was specifically enacted to stamp out frivolous lawsuits sought by activist politicians, gun control lawyers and greedy trial lawyers seeking to bankrupt the lawful firearm industry by blaming them and their lawfully-sold and non-defective products for the violence and harm caused by criminals who misuse firearms to commit their crimes.

“It’s no surprise California’s rabidly antigun General Assembly would pass and Governor Gavin Newsom would sign into law a blatantly unconstitutional attack on the lawful firearm industry instead of looking in the mirror to see how their own policies are leading to historic levels of criminal violence and endangering law-abiding and innocent Californians every day,” said NSSF Senior Vice President and General Counsel Lawrence G. Keane. “NSSF will not stand by and allow the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Americans, or the Constitutional protections of the industry that provides the means of exercising those rights, to be trampled upon while criminals committing acts of violence are handled with kid gloves by soft-on-crime prosecutors. California’s industry liability law is in blatant defiance of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Bruen and is preempted by the PLCAA. NSSF will continue to defend our constitutionally-protected industry against the broadsides of Governor Newsom and his extremist antigun agenda.”

NSSF’s challenge explains that AB 1594 is a law that was drafted prior to the Bruen decision and signed just weeks after the Supreme Court published the landmark ruling. Rather than re-examining the legislation to ensure it complied with Supreme Court precedent, Gov. Newsom dismissed the Court’s decision and forged ahead, challenging the ruling when he signed it.

In addition to the firearm industry liability provision, California’s AB 1594 bans the manufacture, sale and marketing of firearms the state deems “abnormally dangerous” regardless of if they are commonly-owned. It allows civil lawsuits against a firearm industry member to be filed by a person who has suffered harm in California, the Attorney General, or even city or county attorneys for the harm caused by the criminal misuse of a firearm by a remote third party. The law unconstitutionally invades the sovereignty of sister states by directly regulating lawful commerce occurring entirely and wholly outside the state of California in violation of the Commerce Clause and the United States’ system of federalism.

Further, the law not only infringes on Second Amendment rights but chills First Amendment rights by restricting protected free-speech advertising of Constitutionally-protected products that are lawfully made and sold – even when that advertising takes place outside of California’s borders.

About NSSF

National Shooting Sports Foundation | 11 Mile Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470

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Great Things Come in Small Packages – Outdoor Edge Expands their industry leading replaceable blade knives with the New 2.2-Inch RazorMini Knife

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Great Things Come in Small Packages –
Outdoor Edge® Expands their industry leading replaceable blade knives with the
New 2.2-Inch RazorMini™ Knife

DENVER (June 14, 2023) – Outdoor Edge, the leader in replaceable blade knife technology, continues to expand on their line of Razors with the addition of the new 2.2-inch RazorMini™. This compact size is perfect for every day carry and is now available in a new stylish new color with complimentary blade and blade holder finishes steel blades.
The 2.2-inch blade is made from Japanese 420J2 stainless steel that has been heat-treated and hand-finished to achieve a long-lasting razor-sharp edge. When it finally dulls, no worries – you can replace it quickly, easily, and safely with the push of a button thanks to the patented Outdoor Edge RazorSafe® system that features a flush mount blade release button. The blade is held securely in place with durable 420J2 stainless steel providing the strength of a traditional knife, and the knife handle is made from rugged ABS polymer with stainless steel liners for both long life and a no-slip grip. The RaxorMini has an overall length is just 5.1 inches and compatible with all 220 blades.
Two replacement blades are included with each knife. The new RazorMini currently shipping and is available at retailers nationwide and conveniently online at www.outdooredge.com for a suggested retail price of $22.95. For more information on the 2.2-inch RazorMini™, as well as the full line of Outdoor Edge products, call toll-free 1-800-477-3343; email moreinfo@outdooredge.com; or visit https://www.outdooredge.com.
What do the numbers mean?
New for 2023, you will notice all RazorSafe blades and blade holders are marked with a number. This is put in place to ensure you purchase and pack the correct blades for your next hunt. Packaging will not only have the number system but will also have a color-coded system matching knives and blades – just another way to ensure that everyone is getting an accurate match of knife and replaceable blades. Want to learn more about our RazorSafe System? You can visit https://www.outdooredge.com/pages/razorsafe.

2.2-inch RazorMini™ Specifications:

Blade Steel: Japanese 420J2 Stainless
Blade Holder: Black-Oxide coated 420J2 stainless steel
Handle: ABS Polymer
Blade Length: 2.2 inches
OAL: 5.1 inches

2.2-inch RazorMini™ Features:

Flush mount blade release button
Lanyard Hole
Lock back design

About Outdoor Edge: Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Denver, Outdoor Edge is a leading designer and manufacturer of knives and tools. Outdoor Edge continues to innovate and develop revolutionary products for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, handymen and anyone who requires the very best knives and tools available for leisure, work and everyday-carry needs. The company prides itself in technology and innovation through its patented RazorSafe™ replaceable blade system, offering a variety of knife handles and blade profiles so you never have to sharpen your knife again, no matter the task. All knives and tools undergo extensive field-testing in harsh, rugged environments resulting in durable, long-lasting products that come with a lifetime guarantee. Outdoor Edge is a Revo Brands company.
About Revo Brands: Revo Brands is the parent company of enthusiast and mission critical brands that drive growth through superior innovation, design and marketing. Our brand portfolio features market leading brands Real Avid and Outdoor Edge. Visit www.RevoBrands.com for more information.

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New Site Incoming!

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Benchmade Knife Company 300 Beavercreek Road Oregon City, Oregon 97045

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Hornady Security – Quick and Dependable Storage with Hornady Lock Boxes

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Hornady Security – Quick and Dependable Storage with Hornady Lock Boxes

Grand Island, NE (June 14, 2023) – Firearm storage is essential to safe gun ownership regardless of budget. Hornady offers many lockboxes as an affordable solution to reliable, secure firearm storage. The five configurations provide various sizes and locking mechanisms for multiple firearms and scenarios. Each features heavy-duty steel construction, steel locking mechanisms, foam inserts, and security cables.

The Hornady Standard Lock Box is the answer to dependable handgun storage at a reasonable price. It is available in two sizes, large and extra-large, to accommodate most handguns and other valuables. Each lockbox features 16-gauge steel construction and a steel barrel lock for maximum protection against pry attempts. In addition, these lockboxes include the patented space-saving cable receiver and a 1500 lb. rated steel cable to maximize storage capacity. Whether on a nightstand, in the car, or traveling, the Standard Lock Box keeps firearms and valuables safe and secure. Look no further than the Dual-Lid Lock Box for an added level of firearm security. It features two separate compartments for dual firearm storage or separate ammo storage. Quick access to each section is achievable with the keyed alike barrel locks. The added foldable handle makes transporting incredibly simple.

The Alpha Elite® Lock Box raises the standards for lock box security. It features the same 16-gauge steel as the Standard Lock Box with an added pry-resistant security band. This metal lip creates a seal around the lid to prevent forced entry attempts. Combined with a patent-pending dual crossbar locking mechanism, the Alpha Elite® Lock Box delivers best-in-class handgun security. Easy to operate and even easier to travel with, this box meets TSA airline guidelines for firearms storage.

To achieve lightweight storage, Hornady developed the Treklite® Lock Box XXL. It’s constructed out of impact-resistant polycarbonate, saving weight and adding durability. This XXL lock box can accommodate two full-sized 1911s, 8.5 x 11″ documents, or valuables. Two 4-digit TSA locks provide quick and convenient access to the contents. Pair it with the 1500 lb. rated security cable to secure the lock box in a car or home.

Founded in 1949, Hornady® Manufacturing Company is a family-owned business headquartered in Grand Island, Nebraska. Proudly manufacturing products that are made in the USA, Hornady® Manufacturing is a world leader in bullet, ammunition, reloading tool, accessory and security product design and manufacturing.

For more information, please visit WWW.HORNADYSECURITY.COM

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The Mike Harvey Video Series “Boom” Features How the Tuco Special 1860 Conversion Was Created

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

The Mike Harvey Video Series “Boom” Features How the Tuco™ Special 1860 Conversion Was Created

Part of the Cimarron Firearms Trio of “The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly”, the Tuco™, named after the character played by Eli Wallach in the movie, is one of Cimarron’s best-selling conversion revolvers to this date.

Fredericksburg, Texas (June 2023) – Mike Harvey, founder and president of Cimarron Firearms, and “professor emeritus” of American Western history and lore, is back on the firing range in a new Cimarron Firearms YouTube “BOOM!!!” video. In this episode, Harvey, donning a Mexican sombrero adorned with a stuffed blackbird, fires off a few rounds at the Cimarron firing range and is back in his office to explain how the popular Cimarron Firearms Tuco™ Special 1860 Conversion 7.5” .45 LC revolver came into existence.

With the surprising success of the “Man with No Name” 1851 conversion revolver, a replica designed after the gun carried by Clint Eastwood in “The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly,” Cimarron quickly determined that the next movie replica had to be the fans favorite Tuco replica. In the movie, Tuco Benedicto Pacifico Juan Maria Ramirez, or Tuco, played by Eli Wallach, is seen making a gun by assembling different guns together in a shop. Cimarron designed the Tuco version and Uberti manufactured it.

The Tuco is a conversion revolver in .45 Colt with a Leech and Rigdon-style 7.5” barrel finished in a cold case-hardened blue with a brass trigger guard and grip frame, smooth wood grip, and completed with a lanyard ring, just like the one the character Tuco carried in the movie. When designing the revolver, Harvey expanded on the loading rod concept and created an “ejector” rod that slides into the loading rod. When the piece is pulled away from the gun, the ejector pick can be used to poke the rounds out of the chamber after firing and easily reinserted and closed against the gun after cleaning and reloading. Uberti has liked Harvey’s invention and has continued to employ it in other cartridge revolvers.

The Tuco replica is available at your favorite dealer with an MSRP of $677.76.

For more information on Cimarron Firearms and accessories, visit www.cimarron-firearms.com.

Keep up with the history and happenings at Cimarron on YouTube.

About Cimarron Firearms:

Cimarron is the leader in quality and authenticity in replica firearms. For the past 30 years, Cimarron has worked continuously to perfect the authentic detail, fit, finish, and function of our line of frontier firearms. There is no other firearm that is near equal in value, strength, reliability, and authentic detail as is the line from Cimarron Firearms Co.

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Blue Trail Range Receives NSSF Four-Star Range Rating

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

June 14, 2023

Blue Trail Range Receives NSSF Four-Star Range Rating

WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, has awarded Blue Trail Range in Wallingford, Conn., a Four-Star rating for range excellence. The NSSF’s star-rating system evaluates shooting facilities on appearance, management, shooting sports development and amenities and is a recognition sought by shooting facilities across the country.

Blue Trail Range is an admirable venue dating to 1945 and is widely known by New England firearm owners for its outdoor shooting facilities, though it also has an indoor range. Blue Trail has been in the Lyman family for generations, and today Deb Lyman serves as President of the Blue Trail Range Corporation. Kyle Overturf is the new General Manager, having recently retired from the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection after serving more than 32 years with the Environmental Conservation Police.

“It’s a great pleasure to welcome Blue Trail Range to the NSSF star-rating family,” said Zach Snow, NSSF Director, Member Development. “Seeing a longtime range evolve and upgrade its facility and services to meet the needs of today’s customers—whether it’s for shooting, shopping or training—is gratifying. Blue Trail Range always has been a special place among New England shooting facilities, and it is most deserving of its NSSF Four-Star Range rating.”

“We couldn’t be more thrilled to receive this Four-Star Range Rating from NSSF,” said Deborah Lyman, Owner and President of Blue Trail Range. “The honor recognizes the hard work everyone at Blue Trail has been doing to make a visit here a great way to spend a day at the range in Connecticut and beyond.”

Blue Trail is a full-service facility. The outdoor range, which covers two acres, is the only public outdoor range in the area. It offers customers the opportunity to shoot year-round at distances of 7 to 100 yards. Rifle, handgun, black powder and shotguns are accommodated. There are no clay target facilities, but a shotgun field allows for foot traps to throw clay birds.

Renovations that began in 2018 include rebuilding the north end of the outdoor range, where 27 new spacious shooting booths were constructed, each with station dividers and an adjustable shelf to hold gear and ammunition to accommodate shooting in either standing or sitting positions. Additional upgrades completed in the last few years include an enhanced retail store layout, new LED lighting throughout the store and lounge area, a brand-new warehouse building with a state-of-the-art classroom and additional garage space for outdoor facility management equipment.

The 50-foot indoor range has 10 shooting positions and receives much use, including for the live-fire section of the Connecticut pistol permit classes regularly scheduled and taught by NRA-certified instructors. There’s also a private shooting range utilized by local, state and federal law enforcement agencies and private training companies.

Training and education are a big part of Blue Trail’s offerings. In addition to the pistol permit class for Connecticut, Utah and Massachusetts, a class for the Connecticut long gun permit is offered. Other classes include defensive pistol, the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s Legal Use of Force, developing a personal and home defense plan, youth education and individual or group instruction in firearm safety.

For those who enjoy competition, there’s a bull’s-eye league, a high school league and a junior rifle club.

The renovated retail center is well stocked – offering customers new and used firearms, ammunition, handgun rentals for range use and they also handle FFL transfers for a fee.

Blue Trail prides itself as a destination for combining socializing and target shooting. Whether it’s a corporate outing, birthday party, gender reveal celebration, anniversary or other gathering, Blue Trail Range can provide a fun time. Food at past events has included everything from burgers and hotdogs to a pig roast, game dinner, clam bake and even a catered five-course dinner.

Blue Trail Range will celebrate its 80th year in 2025. A lot of gun owners have brought their children and grandchildren here to take their first shots and to enjoy the shooting sports over a lifetime. As NSSF’s Four-Star designation indicates, Blue Trail Range is ready for future success—something that customers and staff can look forward to.

About NSSF

National Shooting Sports Foundation | 6 Corporate Drive, Shelton, CT 06484

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Sling Hardware under $9.00

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

You’ll Be Hooked.

The Sling Snap Hook is great for any 1”- 1.25” sling. For a fast and secure attachment, the quick install makes it easy to snap and go. Made of steel; the Sling Snap Hook has the ability to endure all that you ask of your equipment. Form, function and affordable, this upgrade is one of our most efficient and cost effective options.

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Hobie® Eyewear Delivers Unparalleled Value in Fishing Sunglasses

Posted on Thursday, 15 June, 2023 by twobirdsflyingpub

Hobie® Eyewear Delivers Unparalleled Value in Fishing Sunglasses

Oceanside, CA (June 14, 2023) – “Form or function?” Hobie® Eyewear answers, “both,” believing anglers should NEVER have to choose which option is best for sunglasses. Hobie® Eyewear is highly visible and an undeniable part of an angler’s “look” but also provides protection and serves a role for fishing success.

The Hobie® Eyewear Sport Performance Collection includes various frame designs and polarized lens colors for diverse style preferences, face shapes, and different angling situations. The common denominator is an unparalleled value for sportsman’s sunglasses, starting at $79.99 for premium features, exceptional durability and comfort, and 100-percent UV protection.

HydroClean™ 360º coated polycarbonate polarized lenses are virtually shatterproof and highly scratch resistant and shed water while resisting dirt and grime for easy cleaning. Hobie® Eyewear frames are light and designed to maximize comfort. Most important, from the standpoint of fishing success, these lenses provide exceptional views beneath the surface to search out gamefish and forage and study depth breaks and cover ranging from boulders to submerged vegetation.

New in the Hobie® Eyewear Sport Performance Collection is Cape, which has polarized polycarbonate lenses, co-molded megol, and Comfort Grip rubber nose pads and is available in Satin Black and Shiny Black frames with multiple lens color options.

Other key styles for anglers and sportsmen include El Matador, Huntington, Everglades, and Snook. El Matador features integrated side shields to reduce reflections and enhance protection and co-molded rubber pads for maximized comfort. Huntington offers interchangeable lenses for different light conditions and fishing situations. Everglades, inspired by kayak fishing adventures through the Everglades, and Snook, which feature a full-wrap fit, are ideal for sport fishermen and use co-molded megol rubber and comfort fit rubber nose pads all-day comfort.

Since 1982, Hobie® Eyewear has made being on the water easier and more enjoyable – pioneering a better, clearer, and more precise kind of vision. Merging expertly crafted designs with premium polarization, durability and innovative technologies has been at its core, following in the footsteps of visionary creator Hobie Alter. Hobie’s growing product catalog includes the ultra-light Floating Collection, HydroClean™ repellent lens coatings and Quick-Swap Interchange lenses to fit every outdoor enthusiast’s needs. Find out more at www.hobieeyewear.com

For more information, please visit WWW.HOBIEEYEWEAR.COM

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