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May 6, 2022
LUCID Optics to Attend Modern Day Marine Expo
(Wyoming) – Lucid Optics, manufacturer of high quality firearms optics and accessories, is proud to announce their attendance at the 2022 Modern Day Marine Expo.
The 2022 Modern Day Marine Expo will be held in Washington, DC May 10-12, 2022. This event showcases leading military equipment, systems, services and technology to the community of service members and their families, Defense Industry personnel and representatives, and other special guests. Service level presentations on various industry topics will also be held for attendees. This event is not open to the public. To learn more about the 2022 Modern Day Marine Expo, please visit MarineMilitaryExpos.com.
“Lucid Optics is honored to be attending Modern Day Marine this year. We support our U.S Military and look forward to seeing how our products and technology can benefit our defense industry, ” says Jason Wilson of Lucid Optics.
Jason Wilson will be the contact for Lucid Optics at the Modern Day Marine Expo. To schedule a meeting, please call 307-840-2160.
About Lucid Optics:
Lucid Optics is a Wyoming based optics and firearms accessory manufacturer that strives to offer a balance between ultimate performance quality and cost affordable products. From our flag ship HD7 to our outstanding line of riflescopes, Lucid trains and listens to the experts in the field to design and develop some of the most trusted optics in the industry. Backed by over 30 years of experience, Lucid Optics is the leader in quality affordable optics solutions.
To learn more and see the full lineup of LUCID Optics products, visit www.lucidoptics.com.
I want to wish all of the moms a happy mother’s day. Being a mom is often an unappreciated field of endeavor but it is vitaly important and you deserve all the praise and recognition that we can muster.
Motherhood is not simply measured or defined by the event, it’s all about the journey and you deserve every bit of credit.
Happy Mother’s Day!
Last Chance to Pre-Register for This Weekend’s SIG FREEDOM DAYS
And See the U.S. Army’s NGSW Machine Guns in Action
Tickets are still on sale for SIG FREEDOM DAYS, happening this weekend, May 6-8, 2022 at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix, Arizona!
This will be the most unique and exciting range experience ever. Register now to guarantee your spot! On-site registration will also be available each day.
Be among the first to see live demos of the Next Generation Squad Weapon System (NGSW) as well as meet with and talk with the product experts who developed the winning submission which includes the SIG MCX-SPEAR Rifle (XM5), SIG-LMG (XM250), SIG FURY Hybrid Ammunition (6.8 Common Cartridge), and SIG SLX Suppressors! Last week, SIG SAUER was honored to be awarded the NGSW Contract by the U.S. Army after a rigorous 27-month testing and evaluation process.
VIDEO: An Inside Look at the SIG SAUER Next Generation Squad Weapons Program with President/CEO Ron Cohen
At SIG FREEDOM DAYS, you will have the opportunity to:
· Shoot nearly 50 new and existing SIG SAUER firearms alongside world-class SIG SAUER Academy Instructors
· View live demonstrations by Team SIG professionals Max Michel, Lena Miculek, and Daniel Horner and the greatest competitive shooter of all time, Jerry Miculek.
· See stage presentations by pro shooters, industry leaders and personalities
· Participate in fun and exciting interactive games and activities
· Connect with sponsors and partners including USCCA, Black Rifle Coffee Company, Guns .com, Xpedition Archery, Mossberg, 5.11 Tactical, Fieldcraft Survival and many more
· Purchase food from a variety of locations, showcasing the local cuisine
Location: Ben Avery Shooting Facility, Phoenix, Arizona
Dates: Friday, May 6 – Sunday, May 8, 2022
Times: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Cost: $79.95 per person per day
Included: Access to all activities, expert stage presentations, and the opportunity to shoot up to 10 different stages, featuring SIG pistols and rifles, Mossberg Shotguns and Xpedition Archery Crossbows.
For those interested, purchase of an additional 5 stages will be made available onsite for $29.95.
*Must be 12+ to attend SIG FREEDOM DAYS with a parent/guardian. Must be 18+ to handle firearms without parent/guardian supervision.
Capacity on each day is limited so sign up early to guarantee your spot.
Questions? Reach out to SIG at SIGEvents@sigsauer.com.
FIREARMS • AMMUNITION • ELECTRO-OPTICS • SUPPRESSORS • AIRGUNS • TRAINING
Olin Winchester LLC, announced that the U.S. Army has awarded the company a $15 million cost-plus contract.
EAST ALTON, IL (May 5, 2022) — Olin Winchester LLC, the largest manufacturer of small caliber ammunition for the U.S. military, today announced that the U.S. Army has awarded the company a $15 million cost-plus contract for the design of the Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) ammunition manufacturing facility.
Work will be performed at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant (LCAAP) in Independence, Missouri, the United States’ only government-owned, contractor-operated small caliber ammunition production facility.
“Winchester is honored to have been awarded this NGSW ammunition manufacturing facility design project at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant,” said Brett Flaugher, President of Winchester. “The ultimate design will incorporate best practices, key learnings, and stakeholder input to create a state-of-the-art production facility which delivers the U.S. Army an optimal manufacturing solution for NGSW ammunition. The NGSW ammunition produced at Lake City’s new facility will equip the American Warfighter for success on the battlefield for generations to come, helping to ensure the nation’s security and defense.”
Lake City recently announced a recruitment campaign aimed at hiring its Next Generation workforce.
“These skilled individuals will form the crucial first generation of the Winchester NGSW ammunition production team at Lake City,” said Mr. Flaugher. “This team’s focus will be to ensure every round of 6.8mm ammunition produced at Lake City is Warfighter ready.”
About Winchester Ammunition
Winchester is the largest small caliber ammunition enterprise in the world and the leader in delivering innovative ammunition products to hunters, sport shooters, law enforcement and the U.S. Warfighter. The 156-year-old Winchester brand is built on integrity, hard work and a deep focus on its loyal customers. Learn more about Winchester by visiting Winchester.com or connecting with us on Facebook at Facebook.com/WinchesterOfficial.
About Lake City Army Ammunition Plant
Winchester is the largest small caliber ammunition enterprise in the world and the leader in delivering innovative ammunition products to hunters, sport shooters, law enforcement, and the U.S. Warfighter. The 156-year-old Winchester brand is built on integrity, hard work, and a deep focus on its loyal customers. Learn more about Winchester by visiting Winchester.com or connecting with us on Facebook at Facebook.com/WinchesterOfficial.
Gun Owners Care®
Gun owners care. You care about safety. You care about preventing unauthorized access to firearms. You care about bettering your community, helping those in need, and conserving wildlife and wild places for generations to come. It’s time for gun owners to tell their stories and to show how they’re making a difference. NSSF®, the trade association for the firearms industry, has established the Gun Owners Care campaign to unite gun owners and the firearms industry in this common cause. Visit gunownerscare.org for more information.
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Plan ahead to join us for NDIA’s 2022 CBRN Defense Conference and Exhibition on July 26 – 28, 2022, at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, MD. The theme of this year’s conference is “Competition, Climate Change, and CBRN Defense – Defining Challenges/ Delivering Solutions.”
Registration for this event is scheduled to open later this month.
Posters Due May 6
We invite high-quality professional posters that reflect the theme of “Competition, Climate Change, and CBRN Defense – Defining the challenges/ Delivering Solutions.” Submit your poster by Friday, May 6, 2022.
Poster categories include:
Autonomy & Robotics
Advanced Protection
Decision Support
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Simulated Training Environment
For complete details on the poster submission process, visit the event NDIA.org/CBRN.
Exhibits and Sponsorships Now Available!
Gain visibility and increase your brand exposure by becoming a conference exhibitor or sponsor! Join us and meet face-to-face with conference attendees and have the opportunity to re-connect with key clients and prospective partners.
Visit the exhibits website for more information or to purchase booth space now. Interested in becoming a sponsor?
View all sponsorship opportunities.
Questions? Contact Abby Abdala at aabdala@NDIA.org.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information
The CBRN planning team is monitoring the COVID-19 situation as the health of our event participants, members, and partners remains our top priority. We are committed to following the guidelines and precautions as outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the venue. Attendees should adhere to the following at the conference:
NDIA is fully prepared to adjust any and all plans if the situation changes. We are following—and will remain in compliance with or exceed – all city, state, and federal guidelines. If the direction from federal, state, or local official public health authorities changes, we will adhere to the new guidance, act upon it immediately, and update everyone. We are fully prepared to adjust our plans as needed.
The NDIA team recognizes the importance of convening the national security and defense communities to promote the best policies, practices, products, and technology for warfighters and others who ensure the safety and security of our nation. We thank you for your continued support and hope to see you soon.
More information about the event will follow, so please continue to visit NDIA.org/CBRN for updates.
Dates
July 26 – 28, 2022
Location
Baltimore Convention Center
1 W Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Contact
Krystal Heard
Meeting Planner
(703) 247-2558
kheard@NDIA.org
National Defense Industrial Association
2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 700
Arlington, VA 22201
This historic milestone is indicative of the value this industry places on the conservation of wildlife and the habitats in which they thrive.
May 5, 2021
Firearm Industry Surpasses $15 Billion in Pittman-Robertson Excise Tax Contributions for Conservation
NEWTOWN, Conn. — NSSF®, the firearm industry trade association, marked a milestone achievement when firearm and ammunition manufacturers topped $15 billion in contributions to the Wildlife Restoration Trust Fund since its inception in 1937.
“This is an achievement for which all in the firearm and ammunition industry are proud,” said Joe Bartozzi, NSSF’s President and CEO. “This historic milestone is indicative of the value this industry places on the conservation of wildlife and the habitats in which they thrive. The Wildlife Restoration Trust Fund, which is mainly funded by taxes paid by firearm and ammunition manufacturers, has been responsible for the restoration and recovery of America’s iconic game species, including the Rocky Mountain elk, whitetail deer, pronghorn antelope, wild turkey and a variety of waterfowl. These funds have also contributed to the recovery of non-game species that are not hunted, including the American bald eagle. The firearm and ammunition industry is filled with pride to achieve this landmark for conservation funding and the role our industry plays to ensure America’s wildlife is perpetuated for future generations.”
It was less than a year ago that NSSF announced Firearm and Ammunition Excise Tax contributions surpassed $14 billion.
The Wildlife Restoration Trust Fund, commonly known as the Pittman-Robertson fund, is funded by excise taxes paid by firearm and ammunition manufacturers on their products, as well as archery equipment manufacturers. The excise tax is set at 11 percent of the wholesale price for long guns and ammunition and 10 percent of the wholesale price for handguns. The excise tax, paid by manufacturers and importers, applies to all firearms produced or imported for commercial federal law enforcement sales, whether the purpose is for recreational shooting, hunting or personal defense. The tax is administered by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) of the Department of the Treasury, which turns the funds over to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
USFWS deposits the Pittman-Robertson revenues into a special account called the Wildlife Restoration Trust Fund administered by the USFWS. These funds are made available to states and territories the year following their collection based on a statutory formula. Earlier this year, USFWS announced it had dispersed to the states $1.5 billion in total funding, of which $1.1 billion was directly tied to taxes paid by the firearm and ammunition industry.
These 10 to 11 percent excise tax dollars collected since 1937 under the Pittman-Robertson Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act are specifically designated to be used by state wildlife agencies for conservation and related purposes. Collectively, purchasers of firearms and ammunition, hunters and the industry are the greatest source of wildlife conservation funding.
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, log on to www.nssf.org.
May 2022
Mag Release Extensions and Hammerhead Bolt Knobs in stock and ready to ship next week!
If you’ve been waiting for a Mag Release Extension or Hammerhead bolt knob, your wait is almost over. Black and red versions will be in stock next week. Gray and FDE Mag Release Extensions will be about one more week out. Gray Hammerhead Bolt knobs about another week as well. If you’ve been holding off on adding these to your rifle, don’t wait. They’re a couple of the easiest, least expensive and best upgrades you can make. These will be in stock at all Catalyst Arms retailers.
I apologize for the wait, it’s just been crazy, but with this production run almost complete, product availability is ahead of the curve now. No more waiting on products to be in stock!
PROJECT ZERO G – MAKING PROGRESS!
I removed some material from the Luth AR stock, and made a carbon fiber cover to go over where we less-than-gently removed material! I also made a mold to make a carbon fiber cover for the cheek piece…because that’s unceremoniously going to get carved up quite a bit as well! I’ll post another YouTube short very soon!
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO SEE FROM CATALYST?
It would be great to hear from you! Let me know what you’d like to see next from Catalyst Arms. I have an AR product or two on the drawing board, as well as a product idea or two for the Marlin SBL. I developed the Marlin SBL while working at Marlin, so it’s something I really want to do. Maybe more RPR products? Something else? Let me know!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
Thank you all for your interest and support in Catalyst Arms. It’s been a crazy couple years and I appreciate your patience.
Best Regards,
M Foster
Owner
About Catalyst Arms
Catalyst Arms was founded in early 2017 with a simple goal; to develop innovative, shooter driven, truly useful firearms accessories. Ideation comes from time out in the field and behind the gun while hunting, shooting in competitions, plinking and while carrying for personal protection.
All-New Durango Fleece Pullover by Pnuma Outdoors
Stonewall, TX (May 2022) – Layering is by far the smartest way to dress for warmth, unpredictable weather, and ranging temperatures. The issue with layering is that it can also create bulk both on the body when worn, and in the pack as you attempt to shed layers to find the right mix of insulation and breathability. With that in mind, Pnuma is proud to announce the new Durango Fleece Pullover.
Constructed of two layers, the Durango combines a durable fleece outer later for wind protection with a soft, brushed-fleece interior for superior comfort and breathability. The result is a single item of clothing you can use as a simple outer layer on cooler nights, or wear as part of a Pnuma layering system in harsher climates.
Designed and engineered to be an all-season, quarter-zip pullover, the Durango features a relaxed fit through the chest, sleeves, and waist. Soft, warm and comfortable in the field or around town, the Durango Fleece Pullover will quickly become one of your favorite mid- or outer-layer garments.
Field tested in the USA, the durability of the Durango Fleece Pullover has earned its right to wear the Pnuma badge, backed by Pnuma’s Lifetime Warranty.
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About Pnuma Outdoors:
Since 2016, Pnuma Outdoors has provided first-in-class performance hunting apparel founded on the pillars of quality, innovation, and customer service. With industry-leading technology at its core, Pnuma Outdoors gear is designed and built to overdeliver, outperform, and outlast the elements. Backed by a Lifetime Warranty, customers can head into the woods, mountains, and prairies with confidence knowing that a dedicated and passionate team stands behind every product.
Introducing the Aloha FAL Shirt, our most recent collaboration with the epic artist Andrew Bawidamann. 2022’s inspiration was the African Bush Wars and the continent’s battle with communism. Embedded within the print are beautiful Fire Lillies, Rhodesian stripped RPDs, Browning Hi Powers, Zulu spears, white phosphorus grenades and the holy grail of Bush War rifles, the Rhodesian Striped FAL.
Carry the 2022 OTTE Gear x Bawidamann FAL Print Tote everywhere you go.
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I hope everyone celebrated Starwars Day, and that you are all doing well through these very trying times. I filled up my vehicle the other day and dropped just a few pennies short of $70, che minchia stai dicendo! To make matters worse, my Klondike bars went up $1, schifoso! Anyway, I was reprimanded by a reader who sounded like a torpedo for la familia Genovese because I haven’t done a shoot the shit lately, so I’m complying with his request to avoid ending up in the trunk of a 1962 Lincoln in Newark, NJ.
Those of you who are not regular readers may be unfamiliar with a shoot the shit. A shoot the shit, is designed to replace a therapy session, which will set you back $150+ per hour with a jackass who majored in psychology so they could understand themselves. So, a shoot the shit is a social gathering during which any topic can be discussed, participants don’t need to know anything about the subject and are free to make any comment without supporting their position, they are also free to use uncensored profanity, insult anyone they wish, or altogether change the subject. Shoot the shits can be scheduled with friends, family members or coworkers with amazing results. So, without further a do, let’s talk about naming vaginas.
Going back a number of years, I recall a woman I was dating tell me, and I quote, “Sally has a visitor”. Now, who the hell knew she was referring to her vagina, and what she was communicating is that she had her period! It was news to me! It was at that point in time I realized that women name their vaginas and their cars too. Apparently there’s been research done on this in the UK revealing some interesting things.
“Ah, the internet. You never fail to keep us entertained. If it’s not one meme making us all chuckle it’s another one. This time, however, the meme involves a challenge for women: to name their vagina after the last movie they watched.
First prompted by Ariel Marie, an erotic novelist, the meme has since gone viral and has left many women in fits of laughter as they reveal the bizarre titles they have for their vaginas.”
The UK’s DailyMail had this headline:
‘Mine’s called Sausage Party’: Women send Twitter into fits of giggles after #nameyourvagina game goes viral
Ladies are naming their intimate parts after the last film they watched
Monikers are being shared with the hashtag #nameyourvagina on Twitter
Kate Beckinsale even got involved tweeting ‘Love & Friendship , just sayin’Folks, there’s even a hashtag on Twitter, could this be the real reason Elon Musk is buying Twitter.
This 2006 film might make an interesting name
Ladies or transgender members of our LGBTQ+ community if you plan on naming your vagina, or perhaps changing a boring existing name, Jennifer Cullen of CafeMom has some interesting ideas for you.
- Audrey: Like the flesh-eating Venus Flytrap in The Little Shop of Horrors.
- Beverly Bossa: Not too feminine but let’s everyone know who’s in charge.
- Clitty Clitty: Because Pussy Pussy is too easy.
- Conchita: I’ve always wanted to be a Latin lover.
- C.V.: China Vagina not Curriculum Vitae. Unless my resume is what turns you on.
- Eazy Weezy: Louise is her given name.
- Ginger Snapper: Sounds tasty plus uses the word snapper.
- Jewel: As in the “Crown Jewels”. See also: Pearl.
- Jina: Not to be confused with Geena.
- Little Lulu: So cute and retro.
- Margherita: For the Eat Pray Love crowd, a piece of real Italian pie.
- Pearl: The precious surprise found in an oyster.
Princess Leia: For all of you Star Wars fans.- Sheila: The girl from Down Under.
- Tiger Lily: Both a cat and a pretty flower.
- Tina, Queen of Tacoville: Master of her own domain.
- Vajeene: A feminized version of Vagina.
Have a great weekend! Keep sweat pumps in slow speed and schedule your own shoot the shit, you’ll be glad you did.
APRIL 27, 2022
GENESEO, ILL. (04/27/22) – Springfield Armory® is proud to announce that the Hellcat® Pro has received the highest “gold” ranking in the “Member Tested and Recommended” (MTR) program of the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA). The NTOA is a non-profit organization with tens of thousands of members dedicated to serving the law enforcement community by providing credible and proven training and information resources.
Springfield Armory’s Hellcat Pro combines the performance of a larger handgun with class-leading concealability and capacity. Featuring 15+1 rounds of 9mm, the optics-ready pistol’s 3.7” barrel and slightly lengthened grip frame gives you enhanced performance while still offering ease of carry and concealability. MSRP of the pistol is $634.
Thoroughly vetted and rigorously tested by a team of hand-selected law enforcement officers, the Hellcat Pro 9mm scored an impressive 4.8 out of a possible 5.00 in NTOA’s testing. Simply achieving an MTR ranking alone is impressive, but the Hellcat’s score placed it not only in ranking, but in the top “gold” scoring range. The Hellcat Pro is now part of a small and exclusive group of firearms deemed deserving of the NTOA’s law enforcement-oriented MTR program.
Tested products that receive the MTR ranking are given a “standard” rating from a score of 3.00 to 3.99, “silver” from 4.00 to 4.49, and a “gold” rating with a score from 4.50 to 5.00. The information and full review of the Hellcat are available for viewing by NTOA members in the group’s Member Tested and Recommended online database.
During testing, one law enforcement reviewer commented that the Hellcat Pro appealed to him immediately. “There are a number of specs for this gun that I liked before ever firing a round. The 3.7” barrel adds some length over the original Hellcat, but without becoming something that shrinks the pool of customers who could reasonably conceal it.”
Another law enforcement reviewer had similar feelings about the size of the Hellcat Pro. “For most of us, we usually have to settle on some compromise between capability and capacity versus comfort and concealability. When I received the Hellcat Pro, I was instantly a fan just by the feel of it in my hand. It is just big enough to shoot like a full-size, but also slim enough to conceal well.”
“We could not be more proud to have the Hellcat Pro receive this esteemed MTR gold ranking from NTOA,” said Steve Kramer, Vice President of Marketing for Springfield Armory. “Having faced the extremely rigorous testing standards and requirements of the MTR program, the Pro’s gold ranking has proven it has what it takes for both law enforcement and civilian concealed carry needs.”
For more information on the Hellcat Pro, visit https://spr-ar.com/r/5124.
About Springfield Armory®
In 1794, the original Springfield Armory began manufacturing muskets for the defense of our young, free Republic. The Armory functioned as a firearms supplier for every major American conflict until 1968 when the government sadly closed its doors. In 1974, nearly two centuries after its inception, Springfield Armory Inc. in Geneseo, Ill. revived the iconic heritage of the Armory to carry on its legacy.
We strive to honor this responsibility as guardians of the original Springfield Armory legacy by manufacturing the highest quality firearms to enable responsible citizens to preserve their right to keep and bear arms in the defense of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
With an unmatched emphasis on craftsmanship, performance and exceptional customer service, our mission is to forge superior firearms and provide the tools necessary to defend individual freedoms and equality for those who embrace the rights and principles secured by our Founding Fathers. For more information, please visit us at: springfield-armory.com.
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Registration Deadline – May 6
The regular registration deadline for the 2022 Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC) is this Friday, May 6. Register today to secure the regular rate for this highly anticipated conference.
Questions? Please contact our registration and housing customer service team:
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Customer service is available Monday through Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EDT.
Industry Keynote Speaker
Join Leigh Palmer, Senior Vice President of Defense, General Dynamics Information Technology in a lively discussion with David L. Norquist, NDIA President & CEO as she highlights technology and the importance of partnerships between government and industry.
USSOCOM & Government Keynote Speakers
General Richard Clarke, USA
USSOCOM Commander
Mr. James Smith
USSOCOM Acquisition Executive
Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering
Agenda Highlights
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information
The 2022 SOFIC planning team continues to monitor the COVID-19 situation as the health of our event participants, members, and partners remains our top priority. We are committed to following the guidelines and precautions as outlined and attendees can expect to see the following at 2022 SOFIC. If requirements change, we will notify all SOFIC registrants as soon as possible.
PROOF OF VACCINATION: All attendees will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 test. NDIA has partnered with SafeExpo for attendees to upload their proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test. The link will remain open until Friday, May 13 at 8:00 pm EDT. The following negative tests will be accepted: Rapid Antigen, Rapid PCR, and Regular PCR, and must be administered by a medical professional. All tests must be generated by an official lab, pharmacy, or medical clinic. Proof of antibodies or any home-administered tests will not be accepted. On-site verification will be available but could result in delays in entering the Tampa Convention Center.
SAFEEXPO: NDIA has partnered with SafeExpo for attendees to upload their proof of vaccination. The portal to upload your proof of vaccination will remain open until Friday, May 13 at 8:00 pm EDT. Please bring the negative test report with you when you arrive at the Tampa Convention Center, upload of a negative test will not be accepted.
MASKS: Currently, it is recommended that fully vaccinated attendees wear a mask indoors, but they may choose not to. It is recommended that all attendees that are not fully vaccinated wear a face mask.
For a full list of precautions to expect at 2022 SOFIC, please visit our event Health and Safety Guidelines.
For more information, visit SOFIC.org.
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Galco Holsters is pleased to announce our sponsorship of SIG Freedom Days – the first-ever total consumer range and shooting experience hosted by SIG SAUER. The event will take place May 6 – 8, 2022, at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Galco’s hometown of Phoenix, Arizona.
Guests at SIG Freedom Days will have the opportunity to shoot nearly 50 different SIG SAUER firearms. A daily pass includes the opportunity to shoot 10 stages featuring SIG pistols and rifles (ammo included), along with access to all activities and demonstrations.
There will be daily live demonstrations from Team SIG’s professional shooters as well as the great Jerry Miculek. Get tips and drills about carry optics from Team SIG Captain and Galco Brand Ambassador Max Michel. World Sniper Champion and former AMU Captain Daniel Horner will also share his expertise about precision shooting.
Take in yet more demos from professionals like SGM Kyle Lamb (ret.) and SGM Mike Glover (ret.). Meet notable authors including Jack Carr and Justin Melnick of SEAL Team fame. Talk with MSG Scotty Neal (ret.), from the 12 Strong initiative in Afghanistan.
And of course, come visit with us in the Galco booth! Galco reps Mike Barham and Kevin Dee will be on hand to answer all your holster questions and showcase a line of holsters for SIG SAUER pistols. You can also enter a raffle to win one of three $250 Galco gift cards!
To learn more about SIG Freedom Days, visit sigsauer.com.
To learn more about Galco, visit us at galcoholsters.com!
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Galco International, LTD is the designer and manufacturer of Galco Holsters, the premier American-made brand of superb-quality holsters, belts and accessories. Encompassing law enforcement, military, defensive and sporting use, the Galco brand utilizes leather, nylon and Kydex to meet the demands of today’s consumers. Women’s holster handbags, tactical slings and hunting accessories round out the line. All Galco products are proudly handcrafted in the USA since 1969.
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Anarchy Outdoors Introduces a Non-Gunsmithing Bolt Knob for Remington Rifles.
Smithfield, UT- Anarchy Outdoors, a leading industry innovator and supplier of precision rifle components, pistol upgrades, and other high-performance firearms accessories, has introduced a non-gunsmithing, Clamp-On Bolt Knob for the Remington Model 700 and similar rifles. This is a significant ergonomic improvement for these otherwise great firearms. The new Clamp-On Bolt Knob lets the shooter easily add a larger, easier to grip bolt knob to their favorite Remington rifle without having to modify the bolt handle or bolt body. Easy installation was one of the main design criteria for the new bolt knob. It simply fits over and securely clamps onto the factory bolt knob without requiring special tools or the need to modify factory parts. Once installed, the hourglass shape and aggressive texture help more positively work the rifle’s action.
Anarchy Outdoor’s new Clamp On-Bolt Knob is made from 6061-T6 aluminum, making it durable, lightweight, and available in different colors including Black, Red, Blue, Gold, Purple, and Clear Anodized. The Clamp-On Bolt Knobs have an MSRP of $49.99 and are now available.
About Anarchy Outdoors: Located in Northern Utah, Anarchy Outdoors was founded in 2015 to be the premier parts and accessories outfitter for demanding shooters who want or need the maximum performance from their firearms. Anarchy Outdoors develops and offers game-changing after-market accessories engineered in-house by experienced professionals as well as offering meticulously curated products from leading manufacturers from around the world. For more information visit www.anarchyoutdoors.com
Optics Ready Stealth Series Expands!
There is so much to talk about with our new offerings in the Optics Ready Stealth Series! In this email we’ll focus on what’s new for Sig Sauer pistols.
NEW UPGRADES
On all our new ORS sights, our serrations are finer to keep from accumulating dust, fuzzies and whatever else gets stuck in there when you carry your gun daily. The finer serrations also produce less glare and cast less shadow when a hand-held light is used.
We also have added more bevels to the edges of our sight bodies to ensure we don’t chew up your favorite t-shirt (which is definitely our Night Fision one).
NEW OPTIONS: P-SERIES PISTOLS
STANDARD SIG DOVETAIL
It’s our job to ensure you get the highest quality product we can offer, and with all the incredible options for optics out there, with just one blade height, we just weren’t doing that. The new blade height has been designed to give you more options to achieve that lower 1/3 co-witness with a larger variety of optics and plates.
WANT EVEN MORE DETAIL?
Check out our blog post where we dig into the details on what these new blade heights can now offer you!
QUESTIONS?
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The Modern Day Marine Expo will take place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from May 10-12, 2022.
The expo will showcase 400+ exhibitors, product demonstrations, and industry briefings covering the latest in military equipment, vehicles, technology, and training systems. Previously held in Quantico, the new location allows for more events including a career transition lunch for Marines and presentations by Corps leaders. Complimentary shuttles will be available from the National Museum of the Marine Corps to the convention center.
As this year’s theme, Today’s Innovation, Tomorrow’s Battles Won, indicates, the event is structured to deliver a “critical mass” perspective on the Commandant of the Marine Corps’ priorities for talent management, resilient information technology decision support architecture, and the light, flexible and lethal material solutions relevant to a naval integrated, “stand in force” for peer competitor deterrence as envisioned in Force Design 2030.
Save the Date
Plan ahead and join us for NDIA’s 2022 Undersea Warfare Fall Conference, scheduled for September 26 – 28, 2022 in Groton, CT. This in-person conference serves as the leading forum for networking and learning the latest news in the undersea warfare community. Connect with the brightest minds and gain insight into the latest requirements and developments in undersea warfare, including those related to countering submarine and mine threats as well as power projection from the sea.
Abstracts
Interested in presenting at this year’s conference? A call for abstracts and posters will be sent out soon!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Gain visibility and increase your brand exposure by becoming a conference sponsor! Contact Meredith Mangas at mmangas@NDIA.org to be added to the interest list to receive additional information once available.
More information about the event will follow, so please continue to visit the event website for updates.
Dates
September 26 – 28, 2022
Location
U.S. Naval Submarine Base New London
1 Crystal Lake Rd
Groton, CT 06340
Contact
Meredith Mangas
Associate Director, Meetings
(703) 247-9467
mmangas@NDIA.org
National Defense Industrial Association
2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 700
Arlington, VA 22201
Accokeek, MD – Beretta is pleased to announce the launch of a brand-new pistol, the APX A1 Carry – the newest evolution of the popular APX Carry series platform. The APX A1 Carry encompasses the reliability and quality the APX family has become known for within the shooting communities now with a shorter and lighter trigger pull, red-dot optic ready slide, and improved modularity.
“Beretta USA is excited to be bringing the latest variant of the APX family to market here at USCCA in Fort Worth. We are embracing the Red Dot Optic revolution and excited to be bringing an exciting and innovative offering to the concealed carry market that further eases training and use under stress for defensive purposes,” Jeff Hobson, VP of Marketing and Sales, said.
Years of extensive training and real-world use converge in a handgun designed and built for everyday carry and suited for anyone with personal defense on their mind.
With a shorter and lighter trigger than its predecessors, the enhanced ergonomic and sensory experience consists of a clean break with quick reset, aiding with consistent shot placement and ease of use.
The red-dot ready slide is designed to receive a variety of optics plates, one of which will be provided by Beretta free of charge through the warranty registration process online, including Burris, C-more, Shield RMS-C, and Holosun K Series.
The APX A1 Carry features a low bore axis that produces less felt recoil and a natural point of aim and dramatically improves follow-up shot acquisition.
With aggressive slide serrations, a textured grip frame, and a flat trigger guard, this new pistol enables the user to ensure and maintain a firm, secure, and instinctive grip in all situations.
The APX A1 Carry was developed to be easily concealed with its single-stack, sub-compact, and thin grip design that makes it essentially invisible, no matter the clothes you wear or whether you carry inside or outside the waistband.
Available in Standard Black, Flat Dark Earth, Wolf Grey, and OD Green frame colors, this versatile pistol can be customized for each individual with the selection of the ideal magazine for their concealment style: an extended 8-round magazine, a 6-round magazine with pinky extension, and a flush baseplate (included in the box).
Debuted at the 2021 USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Expo in Fort Worth, TX , the Beretta APX A1 Carry is now available for an MSRP of $449.
Built on ATN’s unparalleled success in SMART Optics technology, ATN enters the hearing protection market with the ATN X-Sound, designed to protect hearing by reducing noise to safe levels…and so much more.
Visit ATN Corp at the 2022 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits, Booth 4303, Houston, Texas
ATN Corp. Introduces the ATN X-Sound Hearing Protection
Doral, Fla. (May 2022) – ATN, Corp., an industry leader in innovative optics for civilians, law enforcement, and the military, announce the first product entry into the hearing protection market with the ATN X-Sound Hearing Protection.
“Moving into the hearing protection market is an obvious choice for ATN,” James Munn, CEO of ATN Corp., explained. “Our X-Sound Hearing Protection ear muffs not only offer noise reduction, but provide the user with individual controls for adjusting the volume of the surrounding noise levels, and separately control your media volume. With the ATN X-Sound, you can listen to music and even take that office call while you are sitting in a tree stand.”
The ATN X-Sound Hearing Protection uses NNR 22dB noise reduction technology. It offers 22+ dB noise reduction while delivering natural sound with omnidirectional microphones. The sound-activated compression circuit has a reaction time of a mere 0.02 seconds. Using a Smartphone or other Bluetooth-compatible device, the user can connect their ATN X-Sound Hearing Protection earmuffs to music, podcasts, and phone calls. An audio input jack and two high-gain omnidirectional microphones are built into the earmuffs.
The low-power earmuffs are ergonomically designed with low-profile ear cups that allow for full clearance of a rifle or shotgun stock without having to adjust your earmuffs or the gun and chance of missing the shot of a lifetime. The compact folding design makes storage easy and the comfortable headband is made on a durable metal frame that keeps the earmuffs from slipping. All-day comfort is guaranteed in the lightweight design of the ATN X-Sound Hearing Protection.
Check out the new ATN X-Sound Hearing Protection at ATN Corp. MSRP is $119.00.
The ATN Corp. team will be showcasing its award-winning SMART optics, night vision, and thermal devices at booth 4304 at the 2022 NRA Annual Meeting & Exhibits, to be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas, May 27 – 29, 2022.
To learn more about ATN and see the full details of ATN’s products, visit www.atncorp.com or call 1- 800-910-2862, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM PST. You can also find ATN on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram.
About ATN:
American Technology Network is an industry leader, innovative producer of Smart Optics for the 21st-century in addition to night vision and thermal vision products. Founded in 1995, ATN has come to be known for dependable, quality products that enhance their customer’s outdoor experience and connect with the desires of outdoor enthusiasts. Scopes are user-friendly with Smart features, like allowing users to record video footage of their hunting experience. Top-selling models include the X-Sight 4K Pro series, ThOR 4 series, ThOR LT series, and the OTS LT series. To learn more about ATN and see the full details of ATN’s products, visit www.atncorp.com
True Knives Presents the TRUEBLADE
Ft. Worth, TX (May 3, 2022) – The TRUEBLADE Knife is a formidable EDC. This lightweight option is a strong contender for anyone who needs or values having a useful bladed tool on them at all times. The black oxide finished 420 stainless steel blade is 2.75 inches and partially serrated, making it useful for a wide variety of tasks and materials. From boxes to leather, this knife will make easy work of it.
There is an integrated pocket clip on one side for carrying within a pocket or bag. At four. ounces, it will be ready for use without weighing anyone down or feeling uncomfortable. This is partially thanks to the skeletonized aluminum frame construction and minimal liner lock. When deployed, the 420 Stainless Steel is hearty and durable. Strong enough to maintain an edge with extended use but also very easy to sharpen.
The overall design is unique and quite stylish. Bi-colored pieces of the frame make a statement while being topped with friction grooves for more control of use. They are well rounded so as not to create hot spots on the palm of the hand with strenuous use. There’s a small thumb stud to manipulate the blade, which makes it easy to open and close one-handed.
These great features and design elements are a great addition to anyone’s style and appearance while still retaining reliable functionality. The design finds itself at home in any user’s hand or pocket with a timeless Clip Point blade. This is truly a knife worth holding onto, sharing, and showing off. Coming in at $24.99, it’s full of features at such an outstanding price.
DESIGN
PRICE AND SKU
About TRUE®:
TRUE was born out of the desire to do a lot with a little. Our mission is to create multi-functional tools that fit in your pocket, allowing you to tackle anything without having to quit, disrupt or postpone your daily activities. TRUE is not just a name; it’s what the brand is about. The TRUE mission is to create products that maximize preparedness while minimizing the space a product occupies by eliminating unnecessary bells and whistles. Our goal is to provide a wide range of portable, lightweight products that not only fit in your pocket (or bag or backpack) but also fit in your lifestyle, enabling you to do a lot with a little, no matter where you are. Visit us at: https://true.acgbrands.com/
Bond Arms’ Grizzly, A Fierce Firearm with a Friendly Price
Granbury, TX (May 3, 2022) – Armed with powerful claws and jaws, grizzlies are fearsome adversaries in the wild. Their Latin name, Ursus arctos horribilis, suits this powerful apex predator. Like its namesake, the Grizzly pistol is formidable, a good reason to bear arms. This single-action double-barrel pistol chambers the most powerful cartridges in Bond Arm’s Rough Series. The Grizzly inherits the premium features found on all Bond Arms, including stainless-steel barrels and frame, cross-bolt safety, retracting firing pins, spring-loaded cam-lock lever and rebounding hammer. Many expect to pay top dollar for these premium features, but Bond Arms found a way to keep its Rough Series production costs low, passing the savings on to its customers.
The Grizzly’s 3-inch barrels, with blade front sight and fixed rear sight, is chambered in .45 long colt and 2½-inch .410 bore shotshells—two potent handgun cartridges for personal defense. The Grizzly frame is compatible with all standard Bond Arms’ barrels, adding dozens of custom cartridge and barrel length combinations.
The Grizzly, Rowdy and Roughneck models form the Bond Arms’ Rough Series, a family of quality yet value-priced pistols. How do they get the prices down so low on these firearms? Each handgun uses the same stainless-steel materials and quality control standards seen in all their guns, reducing the time spent polishing and hand-finishing lowers the price. Rough Series pistols undergo a minimal cleanup and deburring, ensuring there are no sharp edges. A bead-blasted finish replaces the polished finish found on the higher-priced models. Parting lines in the metal frame and trigger guard or swirly tool marks on the barrel may be visible. Sanding and polishing the frame removes tiny casting imperfections and rough areas, but with a rough finish, these unique marks are visible, giving each pistol its own unique “character.”
Vibrant rosewood grips engraved with grizzly bear artwork dress up this distinctive derringer, and a Bond Arms logo and a checkered panel add texture to the extended grip. The pistol includes a matching leather holster embossed with a grizzly bear.
Grizzly Features:
Grizzly Specifications:
BOND ARMS, INC. is located in Granbury, Texas and manufactures the award-winning Bond Arms Derringer – the finest in double barrel protection. Originally organized under the name Texas Armory, the company became incorporated as Bond Arms in 1995 with the idea that the Remington Model 95 over-under, single-action derringer could be converted from an Old West anachronism into a modern & reliable handgun. The barrel and frame were redesigned to safely fire modern calibers & the entire handgun is constructed entirely from stainless steel. This makes for a pistol that’s both strong and durable.
For more information, please visit WWW.BONDARMS.COM
Holosun Attending Texas Tactical Police Officers Association Conference
City of Industry, CA (May 2, 2022) – Holosun Technologies is pleased to attend the TTPOA (Texas Tactical Police Officers Association) Conference at the Kalahari Resort & Convention Center in Roundrock, TX from May 5-6, 2022. Holosun will debut exciting new tactical products including the EPS, EPS Carry, SCS-MOS, P-ID, AEMS and AEMS Core.
Attendees of the show will get hands-on time with products at the Holosun booth along with having their questions or concerns answered by the Holosun team. When visiting the NYTOA at the Turning Stone Resort & Casino, be sure to visit Holosun at booth T111.
For questions or to schedule an appointment, please contact info@holosun.com
Holosun Technologies, Inc., located in City of Industry, California, is committed to
creating innovative optic and laser/IR technologies that benefit a broad range of
shooting, hunting, law enforcement and professional needs. Using the quality
manufacturing standards demanded by some of the best-known optics brands in the
world, with a wide range of affordable options, Holosun is at the forefront of
development of new sight technologies. Key innovations include Shake Awake
TechnologyTM, 50,000-hour battery life, Solar FailSafeTM, Multiple Reticle SystemTM
(MRS), Super Green LED, and IR/Laser units that utilize the most recent advancements
in laser and LED technology. At Holosun, we pride ourselves on providing cutting-edge
equipment at a competitive price that astounds the competition and the end-user.
For more information, please visit www.holosun.com
U.S. LAWSHIELD® SPONSORS SAVANNAH AREA REPUBLICAN WOMEN 2A RALLY
Featuring Guest Stephen Willeford
Houston, Texas – May 2, 2022 – U.S. LawShield®, industry leader and America’s largest provider of Legal Defense for Self Defense® coverage, is a proud sponsor of the Savannah Area Republican Women 2A Rally to be held May 6, 2022, at the Forest City Gun Club in Savannah, Georgia. U.S. LawShield is bringing member Stephen Willeford to the rally as the featured speaker. Willeford disrupted the mass murder at a church in Sutherland Springs, Texas, and is known as a hero for his life-saving actions that day.
According to U.S. LawShield CEO P.J. Hermosa, “U.S. LawShield is proud to support our Second Amendment rights by partnering with the Savannah Area Republican Women and supporting their 2A Rally. Stephen’s account of that tragic Sunday morning will leave a memorable impact and highlight the necessity for firearms education and training,” he added.
About the Savannah Area Republican Women 2A Rally
· WHERE: Forest City Gun Club, 9203 Ferguson Avenue, Savannah, GA 31406
· WHEN: Friday, May 6, 4 PM – 8 PM
· HIGHLIGHTS: Featured speaker Stephen Willeford, Sutherland Springs church hero. Many elected officials are expected, including candidates for Governor of Georgia.
· TICKETS: $75 per person
· WEBSITE: https://sarw.org/event/stephen-willeford-a-2nd-amendment-rally/
Rally attendees can visit the U.S. LawShield table to learn why they are a community of over 700,000 members and how U.S. LawShield believes in Preserving Freedom for Good®. With U.S. LawShield, members receive 24/7/365 emergency access to a dedicated attorney in their state. There are no hourly limits or hidden fees, and members are protected from all legal acts of self-defense.
About Stephen Willeford
Sunday morning, November 5, 2017, Willeford was alerted by his daughter that a shooting was occurring at the neighboring First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas. He wasted no time responding. Grabbing his AR-15 and a handful of rounds, Willeford embodied the “good guy with a gun” persona as he rushed to the church. Shots were ringing in the air, and he knew the harsh truth: each shot represented the life of one of his neighbors. Willeford confronted the shooter without hesitation, shouting as he approached the place of worship to draw the shooter outside. His many hours logged at the gun range and his years of experience in gun safety helped prepare his response.
Twenty-six lives were lost that November morning and 22 were injured in the tragic shooting. Willeford is the first to say that he stepped in and did what anyone would have done, but his unique background and personal beliefs helped him act so courageously in his effort to save his friends, neighbors, and community.
About U.S. LawShield
Since 2009, the mission of U.S. LawShield remains unchanged. We believe in Preserving Freedom for Good® by educating our 700,000+ members and 6,000+ industry 2A Partners in self-defense law; empowering them to handle critical, life-threatening situations with confidence; protecting them from potential injustices in the legal system after acts of self-defense; and challenging the status quo regarding the affordability of legal defense. Our higher purpose is to create a united community of responsible individuals who believe in liberty and the inalienable right of self-defense.
For more information on U.S. LawShield and its Legal Defense for Self Defense Program, visit the website at www.uslawshield.com.
Proof of Vaccination or Negative COVID-19 Test
NDIA has partnered with SafeExpo for attendees to upload their proof of vaccination. All attendees will be required to be fully vaccinated or show proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72-hours prior to arrival onsite. The portal to upload your proof of vaccination will remain open until Friday, May 13 at 8:00 pm EDT. Please bring the negative test report with you when you arrive at the Tampa Convention Center, upload of a negative test will not be accepted.
The following negative tests will be accepted: Rapid Antigen, Rapid PCR, and Regular PCR, and must be administered by a medical professional. All tests must be generated by an official lab, pharmacy, or medical clinic. Proof of antibodies or any home-administered tests will not be accepted.
Currently, it is recommended that fully vaccinated attendees wear a mask indoors, but they may choose not to. It is recommended that all attendees that are not fully vaccinated wear a face mask.
There will be testing available at the JW Marriott Water Street in the Manatee room on the 4th floor. Tests offered are a Rapid Antigen, Rapid LAMP Molecular NAAT, and Rapid RT-PCR. Individuals should have results within 15 – 30 minutes depending on the test taken. Tests are at the expense of the individual.
For questions, contact Meredith Mangas at mmangas@NDIA.org.
For the full 2022 SOFIC agenda, visit SOFIC.org.
National Defense Industrial Association
2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 700
Arlington, VA 22201
Pnuma Outdoors Introduces All-New Pathfinder Pant
Stonewall, TX (May 2022) – The all-new Pathfinder Pant from Pnuma Outdoors is ready to blaze new trails on and off the pavement. Durable, flexible, breathable and versatile, the Pathfinder Pant performs well as an outstanding everyday pant, weekends included. Whether your path leads you high into the mountains, your favorite fishing hole, hunting spot, or heading to the office, the all-new Pathfinder Pant from Pnuma Outdoors has you covered with comfort and protection.
Crafted from an ultra-durable, nylon 4-way stretch fabric, the Pathfinder Pant offers articulated patterning for maximum range of motion and comfort while leaping boulder to boulder or squeezing into the elevator. Fast wicking and fast drying, the Pathfinder evaporates sweat and rain alike while staying cool and comfortable all day long. These pants were designed to be worn just about anywhere.
Bridging the gap between field wear and office wear, the Pathfinder’s clean lines present well, but in a cut that contours and complements the body’s natural shape and movement. No matter where your Pathfinder Pants take you, you’ll be covered by our incredible Lifetime Warranty. The perfect pant for those immediately-after-the-office adventures.
SPECIFICATIONS
Guaranteed for Life– At Pnuma, we believe that we make the very best products and stand behind them 100%. If our gear isn’t working for you, we want to help. We are proud to offer our customers the most powerful promise available: A Lifetime Warranty on our entire line of products that bear our Pnuma logo. Not for 30 days. Not for a year. For the life of the product. See our Lifetime Warranty for more details.
About Pnuma Outdoors:
Since 2016, Pnuma Outdoors has provided first-in-class performance hunting apparel founded on the pillars of quality, innovation, and customer service. With industry-leading technology at its core, Pnuma Outdoors gear is designed and built to overdeliver, outperform, and outlast the elements. Backed by a Lifetime Warranty, customers can head into the woods, mountains, and prairies with confidence knowing that a dedicated and passionate team stands behind every product.
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ODU AMC® Series T – the 3-in-1 locking system for maximum reliability
In military applications and for security companies, the increasing complexity of the respective tasks is also rapidly raising the requirements profiles for the associated technology. This applies above all to the reliability and flexibility of the connector systems that are used. Weight savings, durability, easy handling and fast cleaning can be a matter of life or death in extreme cases, as can the secure transmission of high data volumes. Civilian emergency services and numerous other applications, for example in mining, agriculture and forestry, can also benefit from these features.
On the one hand, it is imperative to ensure the proper functioning of robust materials in extreme and rugged environments. They must successfully withstand temperature fluctuations, dirt, dust, water, vibrations, or extreme pressures. In addition, Active Protection Systems (APS) require heavy-duty, user-friendly, lightweight, and space-saving connector systems for use in various applications, including electronic warfare technology, radar systems, remote-controlled weapon systems, tactical radios, as well as robotic and autonomous systems.
The products in the ODU AMC® series reliably meet the requirements for first-class, high-quality connectors. Optionally, they can even be pre-assembled in accordance with the respective system requirements.
Digitalization is also advancing at a fast and dynamic pace in the field of military equipment. Digital communication options decrease response times and thus increase the safety of the deployed personnel. Networked operations, digital situation images, and information systems for crisis prevention are just a few examples. These requirements must also be taken into account when planning the corresponding connectors. In this context, choosing an appropriate connection type is obviously a priority.
The ODU AMC® Series T connectors – the T stands for Triple – offer major advantages here. These connectors include three compatible locking variants on one receptacle, as the locking requirements may vary depending on the situation. The thread-lock function is especially suitable for applications that are subjected to extreme vibrations. The break-away function enables the connection to be released by manually applying force, allowing quick and easy disconnection in critical situations. The push-pull mechanism reliably locks inside the receptacle and the ball-lock system provides additional support to guarantee interference-free data transmission. The ODU AMC® Series T combines all three locking variants – reducing the number of different interfaces across all systems and replacing them with a common interface.
Uniform receptacles also reduce the number of interfaces within a given system, especially for connections to subsystems such as cameras, sensors, or weapon systems. In the event of damage, the additional locking options make it easier to maintain and assemble the respective systems in the field in an emergency.
ODU Group: global representation with perfect connections
The ODU Group is one of the world’s leading suppliers of connector systems, employing 2,500 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, 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.
XS Sights Introduces Standard-Height Sights for HK VP9 OR Pistol
Fort Worth, Texas (May 2, 2022) – XS® Sights is pleased to extend its night sight offerings for the HK VP9 Optics Ready Pistol. Standard-height R3D with orange front sight and DXT2 Big Dot sights with orange or yellow front sights are now available for this popular HK pistol, in addition to the recently released Suppressor/RMR Height sights in the R3D and Minimalist models. All result in faster and more accurate target acquisition in high-stress situations and when shooting on the move.
R3D
The R3D is a traditional 3-dot tritium, notch and post sight picture. With a notch 15% wider than the front sight, there is more visible light around the front post which gets you on target faster and more accurately. The dual illuminated front sight is equipped with tritium surrounded by XS’ proprietary orange Glow Dot technology which absorbs ambient light and glows in low light. The two-dot tritium blacked-out rear illuminates, giving proper sight alignment while not outshining the front sight, resulting in precise and rapid indexing when every fraction of a second counts.
DXT2 Big Dot
The DXT2 Big Dot sight leads the industry in size. Featuring a V-notch rear sight with vertical white stripe and tritium inset and a tritium front sight surrounded by a large photoluminescent Glow Dot in orange or yellow, the DXT2 Big Dot instantly drives focus to the front sight and downrange threat. This dot-the-‘i’ sight picture is fast and instinctive in high-stress situations.
Retail Price: $116.00 to $143.00
For more information, visit www.xssights.com.
All XS Sights are backed by a 10-year, No Questions Asked Warranty and XS’s 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee.
About XS Sights
XS Sights is known for making the fastest sights in any light. For more than 25 years, the XS team has created some of the most innovative sights on the market today for pistols, rifles and shotguns. Whether used for personal defense or hunting, these sights are designed and built to be the absolute best for their specific purpose. American Made. Texas Proud. 2A Strong.
AG Composites Announces Exciting New Carbon K2 Stock Upgrades
OWENS CROSS ROADS, Ala. (May 2, 2022) — AG Composites, a veteran-owned manufacturer of premium composite rifle stocks, is proud to announce some exciting new upgrades to its incredibly popular Carbon K2 series.
“The Carbon K2 series has been extremely well received by the shooting and hunting public,” said company owner Matt Tandy. “After receiving lots of feedback from our customers, we’ve added some new feature options that make it even more functional and appealing.”
The new features on the Carbon K2 include a beveled forend with a flat bottom, which is perfectly shaped to be cradled in a user’s hand and will accommodate Picatinny rails up to 8-inches in length, ambidextrous thumb shelves with a very ergo-friendly vertical pistol grip, and a slightly rounded buttstock that provides a comfortable cheek weld. They are also available with an adjustable cheek piece. An attractive new camouflage pattern, Wintergreen Rogue, is now available on the Carbon K2.
The average weight of these stocks is just 31 ounces (fixed stock), and 40 ounces (adjustable stock.) The Carbon K2 series are available in different color and camo options, for both right- and left-handed models. All Carbon K2 series stocks can be inletted for Remington 700 actions or one of several Remington clone options: Defiance, Kelbly, Lone Peak, Big Horn, Terminus, and others. They have a suggested retail price of $679 for the fixed stock version and $749 for the adjustable version.
Carbon K2 Stock Specifications:
Two swivel studs installed in the forend; One swivel stud installed in the buttstock.
More information on the company’s complete line of products and how they are produced can be found at https://agcomposites.com/.
About AG Composites
AG Composites is a veteran-owned company that designs and manufactures advanced composite products in Owens Cross Roads, Ala. The company uses modern design software to create Computer Aided Design (CAD) models and the highest quality carbon fiber, epoxy and paint to make their line of rifle stocks. Every stock is tested with the action, bottom metal and barrel hardware before it ships to the customer. The company is known for delivering their products in weeks, not months. AG Composites’ mission is to be the most responsive, reliable and supportive supplier in the advanced composites industry. The company can be reached at 1-833-AGSTOCK, info@agcomposites.com or www.agcomposites.com
Springfield Armory has strong connections to those that serve both our nation and its citizens. And with its FIRSTLINE program, it has a new way to thank them for their service. This program, open to a wide range of qualified professionals, is designed to offer a select listing of Springfield Armory firearms at discounted pricing in a simple, streamlined process. The select list of firearms includes 37 specific models and variants, and all pistols offered in the line come with three magazines. The products offered in the FIRSTLINE program come from the Hellcat, 1911, XD, SAINT, Hellion and M1A families of firearms.
FIRSTLINE: DISCOUNT PROGRAM FOR FIRST RESPONDERS
Mike Humphries
The name Springfield Armory has long been associated with the concept of duty and service. With a history dating back to 1794 when the original Springfield Armory began manufacturing muskets for the defense of the young American republic, Springfield Armory functioned as a firearms supplier for every major conflict facing American armed forces until 1968.
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IWI highlights new generation of its revolutionary riot-control protective suit, the GAL VPS. Joining up with the Special Operations team of West Virginia DCR, the company will provide a comprehensive tactical and technology experience for law enforcement & corrections personnel
Part of the MOC Prison Riot Event, the training sessions will demonstrate the ability of the GAL VPS to reduce trauma sustained by forces, by up to 95%.
MOC Prison Riot Event, 1-4 May, Moundsville, West Virginia
May 2nd 2022, Ramat Hasharon, Israel. IWI – Israel Weapon Industries – a member of the SK Group (founded by Mr. Samy Katsav), and a global leader in the production of combat-proven small arms for military forces, police units, law enforcement agencies, and governmental entities around the world –presents the patented GAL Versatile Protective Suit (VPS) at the MOC Prison Riot Event, in collaboration with the Special Operations team of the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR). In demonstrations throughout the event, staff will showcase the suit’s unique ability to reduce trauma sustained by forces in the maintenance of public order, by up to 95%.
Adaptable to all scenarios, the lightweight, wearable protection system provides protection from trauma injuries. The latest generation of the suit has undergone several modifications, enabling it to withstand even more significant trauma, while maintaining its position as the most lightweight protective suit available in the market.
The GAL VPS absorbs massive kinetic trauma, reducing and diverting the force of a blow to the body. Flexible and easy to wear, this comprehensive, three-level operational solution includes a vest and arm and leg protectors, all anti-trauma. Weighing just 4.4 kg at W2 and 5.9kg at W4, its unique design is suitable for users from small to large size. The system is also covered with an anti-abrasion material as standard, or with flame retardant material according to the customer’s needs.
Together with the ultralight bullet-proof and anti-stab vest and ultralight ballistic helmet, the GAL VPS is the most up-to-date, versatile protective suit available today. Moreover, following a stringent testing process and crash tests, the system has achieved German standard VPAM KDIW 2004 Cubic/ Wurfel.
“By changing the geometry of the GAL VPS, we have increased the level of protection it offers, decreasing the intensity of impact by 95%, to just 0.7-1.5 joules,” says Ronen Hamudot, Executive VP of Marketing and Sales at SK Group. “The MOC Prison Riot event facilitates tactical training and technology deployment demonstrations, resulting in candid practitioner feedback that shapes the law enforcement and corrections industry on an international scale. During the event, the West Virginia DCR Special Operations team will illustrate the enhanced performance of the GAL VPS, with the goal of the training teams to improve their capabilities and meet challenges. We are proud of this unique collaboration, and look forward to further collaborations with law enforcement forces around the world.”
ABOUT IWI
Located in the center of Israel, IWI – Israel Weapon Industries – has been a world-leading producer of small arms for over 85 years. IWI is a member of the SK Group, which comprises companies that develop and manufacture a wide array of defense products for governmental entities, military units, police, and law enforcement agencies worldwide.
IWI’s best-known products include the TAVOR and the new TAVOR 7 in 7.62X51mm caliber, X95 (Micro TAVOR) and GALIL ACE assault rifles, the new ARAD and CARMEL 5.56X45mm caliber assault rifles, the GALIL SNIPER S.A. rifle, the DAN.338 bolt action sniper rifle, the NEGEV light machine gun 5.56 & 7.62mm, the legendary UZI SMG in its latest evolution – UZI PRO – JERICHO pistols and the new MASADA striker-fired pistols. The company’s firearms are developed in close collaboration with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). The weapons are the product of ongoing interaction, field tests and modifications based on combat requirements and experience.
All IWI weapon systems comply with the most stringent military standards (MIL-STD) and ISO 9001 standards.
For more information on IWI, please visit: https://iwi.net
ABOUT THE SK GROUP
The SK Group, founded by Mr Samy Katsav, is a privately-held technology and innovation holding company, specializing in global frontline defense, law enforcement solutions, marine infrastructure, and property development solutions. The SK Group provides small arms systems, electro-optic and laser solutions, imaging systems, naval solutions and more. Drawing on Israel’s innovation and field-proven solutions, The SK Group offers a powerful track record of technology, experience, and excellence.
Further information about the SK Group is available at www.sk-g.net
Contact Information
Shiri Katsav
V.P. Marketing Communications
IWI – Israel Weapon Industries
E: shirik@iwi.net
M: +972-52-3289300
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