KC Eusebio on Electronic Hearing Protection

Posted on Monday, 18 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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Speed-Shooting Champion Highlights Top Features of Howard Leight Impact Sport Ear Pro

WESTWOOD, Mass. (May 15, 2020) – Since its introduction, the Howard LeightTM ImpactTMSport electronic earmuff has become a favored addition to the range bags of shooting enthusiasts throughout the world – including five-time World Speed-Shooting Champion, KC Eusebio.

“I first used Howard Leight hearing protection products when I was enlisted in the U.S. Army,” says Eusebio, who began competitive shooting over 20 years ago at age 8. “And it’s still the brand I trust today. After shooting over a million rounds in my lifetime, I just want to say thank you to Howard Leight for helping keep my ears protected and my hearing safe!”

KC drills down on what he considers to be the top five features of Howard Leight Impact Sport electronic hearing protection.

PROTECTION

Featuring a Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 22, Impact Sport is a versatile earmuff for most shooting situations and environments, including rifle, shotgun, handgun, hunting and tactical applications.

AMPLIFICATION

Internal circuitry allows ambient and low-frequency sounds to be safely amplified up to four times to a peak of 82dB, making it easy for wearers to hear range commands and conduct conversation, even in noisy environments. Amplification automatically reduces at 82dB, attenuating hazardous impulse noises from gunfire. “Impact Sport’s adjustable amplification makes it a great hearing protection choice for competition, practicing at the range, or for hunting,” says Eusebio.

SLIM, LIGHTWEIGHT AND COMFORTABLE DESIGN

Impact Sport models feature a sleek, extremely low-profile earcup design with carefully engineered cutouts that facilitate the shouldering of a rifle or shotgun while maintaining clearance from the firearm stock. Lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear, Impact Sport models incorporate a padded headband with vertical height adjustments for a secure, non-slip fit. When not in use, the headband and earcups fold for easy, compact storage. “I trust Howard Leight to make reliable, long-lasting products,” KC says. “I know people who have used the same set of Impact Sports for the past ten years and they still perform great. Howard Leight sells replacement ear cushions, and you can even add Howard Leight Cool Pads to increase comfort on those hot summer days when it’s muggy and you’re sweating,” he adds.

Aside from some cosmetic deterioration of the inside of the headband from long-term wear, this particular set of Impact Sport electronic earmuffs has been going strong and performing reliably for over ten years! (shown with aftermarket ear cushion covers)

POWER PLUSES

Howard Leight Impact Sport electronic muffs are powered by two included AAA batteries, which can be expected to last for over 150 hours of use. “A lot of ranges don’t sell batteries, so Howard Leight includes them with their electronic muffs to make sure their products are ready to protect right out of the packaging,” says Eusebio. “I’ve had this particular set of Impact Sport muffs for about a year-and-a-half and haven’t had to change batteries yet. One of the coolest features is the four-hour automatic shutoff that preserves battery life. After a long day of shooting, the last thing you’re thinking of is having to turn them off, so they’ll shut down automatically after four hours. The next time you use them, simply turn them off and turn them back on and you’re good to go.”

MULTIPLE COLORS

Howard Leight Impact Sport electronic muffs come in multiple colors to complement the individual taste and style of any shooting sports enthusiast, including Black, OD Green, Teal, Purple, Pink, and – KC’s favorites – MultiCam®, MultiCam Black and MultiCam Alpine. “In addition to just looking incredibly cool, MultiCam patterns bring the advantages of stealth and concealment to hunters and tactical operators who want to protect their hearing in the field without compromising their cover,” Eusebio says.

Starting in July, Impact Sport will also be available in three brand-new Honor Collection colors to celebrate and honor our nation’s first responders. The unique One Nation®, Smoke and Real Blue colorways are sure to be appreciated by anyone who values our unique American freedoms.

Whether you’re a recreational shooter, competitive shooter, tactical professional or hunter—there’s an Impact Sport that’s right for you. MSRP ranges from $54-$70. Learn more about Howard Leight’s complete line of hearing protection products for shooting sports enthusiasts at howardleightshootingsports.com or join the conversation on social media at @howardleightshootingsports.

Follow KC Eusebio on Facebook @kceusebio.fanpage and Instagram @kc_eusebio.

Note: MultiCam is a trademark or registered trademark in the United States and/or other countries of Lineweight LLC. Howard Leight and Impact are trademarks or registered trademarks in the United States and/or other countries of Honeywell International Inc.


ABOUT HONEYWELL HOWARD LEIGHT

Honeywell Safety Products empower individuals and families across the globe to enjoy more and worry less. Our high-quality hearing and eye protection help people to more safely enjoy the events and activities they love. Our broad selection of comfortable and stylish protective eyewear delivers safety without compromise, many of which meet ANSI high-impact standards and offer UVA/UVB protection. Building on over 30 years of innovation, we’re continually developing new designs, materials and technologies to enhance comfort and protection for industry trade professionals, recreational and competitive shooters, DIY homeowners, and all fans of live music and sporting events. Whatever your passion, trust Howard Leight to block out the noise so you can listen to what’s important, while staying safely focused on the big moments that matter. Learn more at howardleightshootingsports.com.

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Todd Hodnett Joins Horus Vision for Long Range Q&A

Posted on Monday, 18 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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JOIN US FOR ANOTHER LIVE Q&A SESSION WITH TODD HODNETT!
Monday, May 18th at 6 PM EST
To Watch Go to the Horus Facebook Page

Todd Hodnett is a world renowned Long Range Shooting Instructor and designer of the TREMOR3 Reticle from Horus Vision.  Come ask him questions all you shooting questions in this week’s Facebook Live Q&A Session!

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Remington R2Mi Bolt Action Rifle

Posted on Friday, 15 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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Remington R2Mi Bolt Action Rifle

Huntsville, AL – From its match-grade chamber out, the R2Mi rifle is built to shatter all previous expectations for long-range accuracy. A free- floated barrel, with 1:15” twist and 8-groove rifling is perfectly suited for harnessing sub-MOA accuracy from the 50 BMG. And its left-hand operated, right-hand eject bolt-action and 10-round box magazine, ensure comfortable cycling with no need for the shooter to adjust position. The R2Mi rifle is also one of the simplest 50-caliber rifles to assemble and maintain. Its upper receiver locks to the lower receiver with two integral pins, and its full-length Picatinny rail accommodates a wide range of optics. NEVER DETERRED BY DISTANCE

Key Features

  • Bolt action: left bolt / right port, for faster cycling of action
  • Lothar Walther barrel free-floated within vented hand guard
  • Lower receiver machined from T6-6061 aluminum billet
  • MIL-STD 1913 rail on receiver and vented hand guard
  • Hard anodized type 3 green finish on aluminum parts (Mil-Spec)
  • Manganese phosphate finish on steel parts
  • Equipped with AAC muzzle brake to accept Cyclops silencer
  • Steel bipod with folding legs
  • Disassembles like an AR-type rifle for cleaning and maintenance
  • Ships in custom Pelican Storm Case with two 10-round magazines, bipod, hearing and eye protection and cable lock.
 

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Barrel
Length

 

Twist

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Overall
Length

 

Barrel

Finish

 

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R2Mi

 

50
BMG

 

86920

 

10

 

30”

 

1:15

 

57”

 

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$4,599.00

 

 

About Remington Arms Company, LLC

Remington Arms Company, LLC, (“Remington”) headquartered in Madison, N.C., designs, produces and sells sporting goods for the hunting and shooting sports markets, as well as solutions to the military, government and law enforcement markets. Founded in 1816 in upstate New York, the Company is the nation’s oldest continuously operating manufacturer and continues to manufacture in its original plant located in Ilion, NY. Remington is a privately-held manufacturer of firearms, silencers, and ammunition products and one of the largest domestic producers of ammunition, shotguns, and rifles. The Remington family of companies has 12 locations across 9 states employing over 2,000 people and distributes its products throughout the U.S. and in over 55 foreign countries.

More information about the Company can be found at www.remington.com.

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P320 Training Tips – Proper Grip with Max Michel

Posted on Friday, 15 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

 

Max Michel, Pro Shooter and Captain of the SIG SAUER Shooting Team, discusses how to get the proper grip on your pistol.

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Almost half of organizations have been reported to the ICO for a potential data breach

Posted on Friday, 15 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

94 percent of organizations now have a policy that requires encryption of all data held on removable media

71 DE-4EFvL._AC_SL1500_MANCHESTER, UK – 14 May, 2020 – Apricorn, the leading manufacturer of software-free, 256-bit AES XTS hardware-encrypted USB drives today announced findings of its annual survey into the attitudes towards data breaches and the implementation of encryption technology within organizations. Almost half (43 per cent) of surveyed IT decision makers said that their organization has been reported to the ICO since the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into effect. The survey also highlighted an increase in the implementation of encryption and endpoint control since GDPR was enforced.
A quarter of respondents (25%) said they had notified the ICO of a breach or potential breach within their organization, whilst 21 per cent have had a breach or potential breach reported by someone else. Over 160,000 breach notifications have been made to data supervisory authorities in the European Economic Area (EEA) since GDPR came into play, according to a data breach survey carried out by law firm DLA Piper, up to the end of January 2020.
“The fact that so many businesses are now choosing to notify of a potential breach is positive, but likely precautionary to avoid falling foul of the requirements and any significant financial or reputational ramifications,” commented Jon Fielding, Managing Director EMEA, Apricorn.
However, these concerns are being mitigated by an increase in encryption and endpoint control. Nearly all respondents (94%) say their organization has a policy that requires encryption of all data held on removable media. Of those that encrypt all data held on removable media, more than half (57%) hardware encrypt all information as standard on all removable media.
Of those with an information security strategy that covers employees’ use of their own IT equipment for mobile/remote working, Forty two per cent said they permitted only corporate IT provisioned/approved devices, and have strict security measures in place to enforce this with endpoint control, which shows a huge rise compared with 12 per cent in 2019, highlighting a positive shift in focus towards endpoint control.
When questioned on whether they had seen an increase in the implementation of encryption in their organization since GDPR was enforced, nearly four in ten (39%) have noticed an increase, and their organization now requires all data to be encrypted as standard, whether it’s at rest or in transit. This is a positive step given the number of employees now working remotely as a result of the current pandemic.
Whilst many businesses are currently encrypting devices, they also highlighted that they have no further plans to expand encryption on USB sticks (38%), laptops (32%), desktops (37%), mobiles (31%) and portable hard drives (40%). This is worrying given the risks posed to corporate data being held on unencrypted devices. Businesses should allow only corporately approved, hardware encrypted devices that are whitelisted on the IT infrastructure, and block access to all non-approved media through end point control.
“The wide variety of options for encryption deployment can be intimidating, and companies haven’t been using it effectively. Organizations are now beginning to recognize the importance of endpoint hardware encryption and the need to implement and enforce policies to protect corporate data, ensure compliance with data protection regulations, and reduce the potential for a data breach,” points out Fielding.
When asked about the impact of a data breach on their organization, more than a third (35%) of respondents cited that damage to the brand and reputation of the business is their main concern. This was followed by concerns over financial costs for incident response and clean-up (28%), loss of customer trust (18%) and financial costs resulting from a fine (12%).
“Focusing on how best to manage and respond to a potential breach in cooperation with data protection authorities is essential. Being able to establish a cause and remediate quickly will put businesses in good stead for breach recovery,” added Fielding.
Employees unintentionally putting data at risk remains the leading cause (33%) of a data breach, with lost or misplaced devices now the second biggest cause (24%), and third parties mishandling corporate information not far behind (23%). This correlates with the fact that despite more than a third (35%) of the survey respondents having complete visibility of which devices employees are using to access the corporate network, they are not certain that all are secure.
Fielding said ‘it’s clear that GDPR is finally having some impact, but businesses need to recognize that compliance is ongoing and they should continue to enforce and update all policies. Equally, more needs to be done in terms of employee awareness and education if they want to reduce the risk of a data breach, particularly given the increase in data moving beyond the corporate network.”

About the survey
The research was conducted between 25.03.2020 – 27.03.2020, by Censuswide. Respondents were 100 UK IT decision makers (CIOs, Heads of IT, IT directors, Senior IT managers etc.) from enterprise organizations (1000+ employees) within the financial services, IT, manufacturing, business and professional services sectors. Censuswide abides by and employs members of the Market Research Society which is based on the ESOMAR principles.

About Apricorn
Headquartered in Poway, California, Apricorn provides secure storage innovations to the most prominent companies in the categories of finance, healthcare, education, and government throughout North America, Canada and EMEA. Apricorn products have become the trusted standard for a myriad of data security strategies worldwide. Founded in 1983, numerous award-winning products have been developed under the Apricorn brand as well as for a number of leading computer manufacturers on an OEM basis.

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NSSF Joins AFSP and VA for Webcast on ‘Protecting Mental Health and Preventing Suicide During COVID-19’

Posted on Friday, 15 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

USCCA Will Premiere the Webcast on May 14, 8 p.m. EST, on its YouTube Channel

NEWTOWN, Conn. — The National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®) has joined with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for a webcast about “Protecting Mental Health and Preventing Suicide During COVID-19” that will premiere Thursday, May 14, at 8 p.m. Eastern time on the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s YouTube Channel.

The webcast was produced by USCCA, one of the largest firearm-owner groups in the country. NSSF greatly appreciates USCCA’s support for the project and for helping to deliver the webcast’s important messages about mental health and suicide prevention to the firearm-owning community. The webcast can viewed here. For smart TV users, within the YouTube app search for “USCCA” to locate the webcast premiere.

“These are stressful times for everyone, and our purpose with this webcast is to provide information that empowers people to protect their mental health and to better understand suicide, prevention and how lives can be saved,” said NSSF President and CEO Joe Bartozzi, who served as host of the program. “We greatly appreciate NSSF’s valued partners — the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs — for sharing this information, and we encourage people to share this webcast far and wide.”

Bartozzi is joined on the 44-minute webcast by Dr. Christine Moutier, Chief Medical Officer of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the nation’s largest suicide prevention organization, and Dr. Matthew Miller, Director of Suicide Prevention for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

The experts deliver many supportive, positive messages, including that coping during difficult times can be accomplished and that suicide can be prevented. They stressed that knowing how to help friends and family members who might be going through a difficult period can save lives.

A core message of the webcast is that securely storing firearms and other methods of harming oneself can play a huge role in deterring suicide. Creating time and space between a person with suicidal thoughts and access to a means of self-harm, such as a firearm, can create a moment of pause, allowing the period of heightened risk to pass. Suicide is not inevitable, said the experts, and reaching out to someone to have a “brave conversation” can be lifesaving.

Recognizing that 50 percent of all suicides are by firearm and that among veterans the figure is 70 percent, NSSF has in recent years helped develop a program with AFSP and a program with VA to educate industry, gun owners including veterans, and their families about caring for their mental health and preventing suicide.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 1-800-273-TALK, or text TALK to 741741.

About NSSF

The National Shooting Sports Foundation is the trade association for the firearms 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, firearms retailers, shooting ranges, sportsmen’s organizations and publishers nationwide. For more information, log on to www.nssf.org.

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XS Sights Introduces Second Generation XTI DXS Ember Standard Dot Offset Iron Sights for AR-15 Rifles

Posted on Thursday, 14 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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Fort Worth, TX (May 13, 2020) – XS® Sights is pleased to introduce the XTI®2 DXS® Ember Standard Dot® 45-Degree Offset Iron Sights for AR-15 rifles.  The second generation XTI2 sights are a close-quarters, secondary sighting solution for rapid transition from a magnified primary optic.  Eliminating the need to adjust magnification reduces target engagement time when every fraction of a second counts.

The XTI2 features taller bases than its predecessor for easier sight alignment without having to break a standard cheek weld, and the base angle has been increased to accommodate wider lens optics. The front sight measures 0.140” wide and now features an Orange Ember Glow Dot for increased visibility.

“Our new XTI2 express sights are engineered for rapid sight acquisition in close quarters,” said Zack Kinsley, Product Marketing Manager for XS Sights.  “These advanced offset iron sights are also ideal for 3-gun competitions when targets are close – within pistol range and where magnified optics make target identification more difficult.  XS’s proprietary Orange Ember Glow technology provides a high contrast front sight in bright light and is instantly charged by the sun’s UV rays, causing it to glow in shadows and low light settings such as vehicles.”

XS_XTI2_Orange_AR-0008-1N_PRXTI2 sight sets are mounted in front of the primary optic to reduce snagging on chest rings.   The sights ship with thread locker and a front sight adjustment tool. 

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MSRP: $180.00

For more information on XS Sights, visit xssights.com.

About XS Sights

XS Sights is known for making the fastest sights in any light. For more than 20 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

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ARMY and USMC are onboard with BARRETT’s MK22 ASR (Advanced Sniper Rifle)

Posted on Thursday, 14 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

The U.S. Army and Marine Corps will soon have a new tool in the sniper’s toolbox courtesy of Barrett. USSOCOM blazed the way when last year they awarded the company a contract for Barrett’s ASR. The multi- caliber capabilities of the new system provides the performance and flexibility that SOCOM operators need in the field. USSOCOM is adding the 6.5 Creedmoor chambering to the ASR.

Murfreesboro, TN: U.S. Department of Defense announced Monday, March 11th, 2019, that Barrett Firearms Manufacturing Inc. has been awarded the contract for ASR (Advanced Sniper Rifle) in support of the U.S . Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) with its MRAD (Multi-Role Adaptive Design) Rifle. USSOCOM announced in 2016 they were in search of a modular, multi-caliber bolt action sniper rifle capable of converting between 7.62x51mm, .300 Norma Magnum (NM) and .338 Norma Magnum (NM) through a “full and open competition.” The Barrett MRAD is designed with precision and modularity in mind and will serve the U.S . special operations teams in their efforts. “I remember Chris telling me that ‘this is what all precision rifles will look like one day!’ and he was right . However, aesthetics is not all that makes this rifle; as his development persisted, he was able to achieve more than I ever thought possible. I genuinely believe this is the most accurate rifle in the world.” Ronnie Barrett, Founder and CEO. There has never been a time in US History that both a father and son have each fielded a military-designated rifle system until now: Ronnie with the M107 and Chris with the MRAD. “This feels like the highest honor I could ever achieve professionally to have a rifle adopted by the US Military, and especially USSOCOM,” Chris Barrett, President .

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Galco Introduces fits for the SIG-Sauer P320 XCompact!

Posted on Thursday, 14 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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PHOENIX, May 2020
Galco is excited to introduce a wide range of extremely popular holsters for the SIG-Sauer P320 XCompact pistol:
Belt holsters including the popular Combat Master™, Corvus™, FLETCH™,TacSlide™ and new Switchback™.
Premium IWB designs like the acclaimed KingTuk™ series, Paragon™, Summer Comfort™ and the new QuickTuk Cloud™.
Popularly-priced Carry Lite™ IWBs including the bestselling Stow-N-Go™ andTuck-N-Go™.
Versatile shoulder holster systems like the famous Miami Classic™ series and the vertical-carry VHS 3.0.
Galco also offers the immensely popular new FasTrax PAC waistpack, women’s holster handbags, day planners and ammo carriers for the P320 XCompact!
With holsters in every price range and multiple carry methods, Galco can help outfit owners of the SIG-Sauer P320 XCompact with the highest-quality American-made holsters and accessories. Visit Galco’s website today to see the complete line!

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Galco International, LTD is the designer and manufacturer of the Galco holster brand, the premier American-made line of superb-quality holsters, belts and accessories. Encompassing law enforcement, military, defensive and sporting use, the Galco brand utilizes leather, nylon, injection-molded plastic and Kydex® to meet the demands of today’s consumers. The award-winning Matrix™ line of holsters and accessories, women’s holster handbags, tactical slings and hunting accessories round out the line. All Galco products are proudly made in the USA since 1969.

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Winchester Continues Leadership in Support of SCTP as Official Ammunition

Posted on Thursday, 14 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

EAST ALTON, Ill. (May 13, 2020) — At a time when supporting the youth shooting sports could not be more important, Winchester continues as the official ammunition of the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP), showing a strong commitment to thousands of young athletes and coaches around the country.
“Youth shooting sports participation through the SCTP has exploded over the past decade thanks to the organization’s tremendous leadership and coaches and parents who are dedicated to the program,” said Matt Campbell, vice president of sales and marketing for Winchester Ammunition. “We are extremely proud to align our legendary brand with SCTP and provide extensive support that will continue to strengthen their mission.”

Led by over 3,500 coaches, more than 18,000 young athletes compete through SCTP, which is part of the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF), an educational-athletic organization that exists to introduce school-age youths to the shooting sports and to facilitate their continued involvement.

Winchester also stakes claim as the official ammunition of the SCTP International Team, which is comprised of the top 15 SCTP youth shooters across the country in the international disciplines.
“The overall support provided by Winchester Ammunition is unprecedented and certainly appreciated,” said Tom Wondrash, SCTP national executive director. “Our athletes and coaches on the SCTP International Team are excited to have the Winchester Ammunition brand and products as part of the team’s events. We greatly value the support of Winchester Ammunition and depend on it in order to continue reaching youth and recruiting them into the shooting sports.”
Winchester worked with SCTP in 2020 to create a new discounted shotshell purchase program, available only to SCTP Teams. Teams that would like to participate in future purchase programs should contact their SCTP representative or watch for upcoming announcements through SCTP communications. Watch for this and other very exciting offers coming your way this summer through SCTP membership!

About Winchester Ammunition

A world leader in delivering innovative products, Winchester is The American Legend, a brand built on integrity, hard work and a deep focus on its loyal customers. Learn more about the history of Winchester by visiting Winchester.com

Gun owners care. You care about safety. You care about preventing unauthorized access to firearms. You care about bettering your community, and helping those in need, and conserving wildlife and wild places for generations to come. It’s time for gun owners to tell their stories, to show how they’re making a difference. NSSF®, the trade association for the firearms industry, has established the Gun Owners CareSM campaign to unite gun owners and the firearms industry in this common cause. Visit gunownerscare.org for more information.

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Columbia River Knife and Tool M40-03 a Kit Carson Design

Posted on Wednesday, 13 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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The M40-03 is pure Kit Carson with a technology upgrade. The IKBS™ Ball Bearing Pivot System and Deadbolt® Locking Mechanism makes the M40-03 a gentleman’s EDC with industrial strength performance.

Read my review…

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The CZ 457 Varmint Precision Trainer/SR

Posted on Wednesday, 13 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

The Look and Feel Of A Full-Sized Rifle

Kansas City, KS (May 12, 2020) – The CZ 457 Varmint Precision Trainer/SR was designed by CZ-USA to provide a shooter with the same look and feel of a full-sized tactical rifle while allowing for more economical .22LR training.

The special Manners carbon-fiber composite stock on the CZ 457 Varmint Precision Trainer/SR provides a rock-solid platform. It is finished in a stylish, three-color camouflage pattern with a base of carbon fiber peeking through the background. The stock itself is built with multiple layers of carbon fiber and fiberglass, hand-laid in high-temperature epoxy resins to create the ultimate in strength and durability.

The Varmint Precision Trainer/SR features a 24-inch, tapered Varmint barrel for precision shooting with other barrel lengths available. The “SR” in the model name means Suppressor-Ready, and the rifle sports 1/2×28 threading at barrel’s end. This rifle drive tacks-quietly!

This rifle and all members of the CZ 457 family, now feature an American-style push-to-fire safety. To make the rifle a bit more comfortable in hand, the action has also been trimmed back nearly one-inch in length, and slab-sided to reduce the footprint and weight of the actions.

To improve shooting with a scope mounted on the 457’s, CZ-USA replaced the 90º bolt rotation of the past in favor of a 60º rotation, provides more room between bolt handle and scope for easier cycling of rounds. The change also allows for the use of scopes with larger ocular bell diameters and lower ring heights.

There’s no need to buy an expensive after-market trigger with the CZ 457 family of rimfires. The 457’s now feature a trigger that is adjustable for weight, creep and overtravel, so it can be fine-tuned for each shooter.

Other features include a detachable magazine system and a hardy nitride finish that stands up to hard use in the field. For ease of optics mounting, an 11mm dovetail is milled right into the receiver.

Another version of the rifle, the 457 Pro Varmint Suppressor-Ready, is a bit nimbler thanks to a 16.5-inch barrel.  The 457 Pro Varmint is outfitted with a black-painted laminate stock which incorporates features found on much more expensive stocks, without pushing the overall price of the rifle through the roof. The short barrel gives plenty of time for the cartridge to get a full burn, while also increasing the rigidity of the barrel.

CZ 457 Varmint Precision Trainer Suppressor-Ready 24″ Specs:

  • SKU: 02356
  • Caliber:  22LR
  • Stock: Manners Composite
  • Mag. Type: Detachable
  • Mag. Cap: 5
  • Trigger: Adj
  • Sights: None
  • Barrel Length:  24.875 In.
  • Weight: 7.56 Lbs.
  • Barrel :  Heavy Cold Hammer Forged
  • MSRP: $1,144.00

CZ 457 Varmint Precision Trainer Suppressor-Ready 16.5″ Specs:

  • SKU: 02338
  • Caliber: 22LR
  • Stock: Manners Composite
  • Mag. Type: Detachable
  • Mag. Cap: 5
  • Trigger: Adj
  • Sights: None
  • Barrel Length: 16.5 In.
  • Weight: 7.1  Lbs.
  • Barrel :  Heavy Cold Hammer Forged
  • MSRP: $1,144.00

CZ 457 Varmint Precision Trainer 20.5″ Specs:

  • SKU: 02358
  • Caliber: 22 LR
  • Stock: Manners Composite
  • Mag. Type: Detachable
  • Mag. Cap: 5
  • Trigger: Adj
  • Sights: None
  • Barrel Length: 20.5 In.
  • Weight: 7.49  Lbs.
  • Barrel :  Heavy Cold Hammer Forged
  • MSRP: $1,144.00

CZ 457 Pro Varmint Suppressor-Ready Specs:

  • SKU: 02359
  • Stock:Black Painted Laminate
  • Mag. Type: Detachable
  • Mag. Cap: 5
  • Trigger: Adj
  • Sights: None
  • Barrel Length: 16.5 In.
  • Weight: 7.3 Lbs.
  • Barrel :  Heavy Cold Hammer Forged
  • MSRP: $588

Since 1997, CZ-USA has given American shooters and hunters the best firearms the Czech Republic has to offer. In 2019, we completed yet another milestone by producing CZ firearms here in the United States at CZ-USA’s Kansas City, Kansas, facility. With our ever-increasing production capabilities stateside, CZ-USA will continue to improve, innovate, and add to the CZ-USA line-up of high-quality, affordable handguns, rifles, shotguns, and suppressors, plus custom-quality handguns from Dan Wesson.

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

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Innovative Forensic DNA Launches New Website

Posted on Wednesday, 13 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

The investigative genetic genealogy company revamps and upgrades website to better serve law enforcement and investigative community.

Emporia, Va. (May 2020) – Innovative Forensic DNA LLC, an investigative genetic genealogy firm providing services to law enforcement, has relaunched a newer, faster version of its website to better serve its customers.

“Our original website had served its purpose but with our increased web traffic we realized we needed a more robust platform for our marketing,” Jennifer Moore, managing director and investigative genetic genealogist, stated. “We are confident our new system will be more responsive, faster, and scalable as we grow our company and more law enforcement agencies become aware of our unique capabilities.”

Since opening Innovative Forensic DNA in late 2019, Innovative Forensic DNA’s team has seen business increase steadily as more law enforcement agencies become aware of how investigative genetic genealogy works and the results it provides. Law enforcement agencies are finally closing cold cases at a more rapid rate than previously seen since the 1980s.

Innovative Forensic DNA works with law enforcement agencies from the submission of a case through conclusion, whether it is a violent crime, cold case, a missing person, living identification, or unidentified decedent. The nine-member team draws on years of experience in investigative genetic genealogy, legal, family and victim advocacy, and law enforcement.

“Because of our combined experience and expertise within the field of investigative genetic genealogy, we’ve seen a tremendous increase in inquiries, and over the late spring and summer we’ll be announcing the conclusion of multiple cases we have been working on,” Moore explained.

To find out how Innovative Forensic DNA can help your agency, visit their new site at www.innovativeforensic.com or contact them.

About Innovative Forensic DNA, LLC:

Innovative Forensic DNA is an investigative genetic genealogy firm providing services to law enforcement agencies, working collaboratively through the entire lifecycle of the case, from submission to conclusion. Unique in the industry, Innovative Forensic DNA combines years of expertise in the growing field of investigative genetic genealogy with a deep expertise in legal, law enforcement, and family advocacy. For more information, visit www.innovativeforensic.com.

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How to Clean the M&P Shield

Posted on Wednesday, 13 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

Hoppe’s Gun Care partnered with Outdoors By Luke on a new video series about How To Clean Firearms. Over the next few weeks we are going to show you how to clean the top 15 most owned firearms! First up, the M&P Shield.

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CorrosionX® Ultimate CLP Cleans, Lubricates and Protects with CLP

Posted on Wednesday, 13 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

CorrosionX® Ultimate CLP Keeps Your Firearms Functioning Flawlessly

Garland, TX (May 12, 2020) – Clean, lubricate and protect precision firearms with the power of CorrosionX® Ultimate CLP from Corrosion Technologies, a leader in chemicals and coatings for the aerospace, military, industrial and sporting worlds. CorrosionX Ultimate CLP also provides excellent moisture defense and lubricity, keeping firearms protected and ready. The breakthrough performance has been verified through independent testing, significantly surpassing MilSpec requirements.

CorrosionX Ultimate CLP employs a revolutionary technology called Polar Bonding that causes it to bond molecularly to any metal surface (and subsurface) that can oxidize. This unique chemistry provides several benefits over conventional CLPs. CorrosionX Ultimate CLP has been proven to safely and efficiently clean and lubricate every firearm component, even those found on high-volume full-auto arms that see harsh duty in rugged environs or suppressed weapons that are known to run dirty. CorrosionX Ultimate CLP quickly and effectively cuts through hydrocarbon resins, dust and dirt, salts, minerals, carbon and soft metal fouling, leaving firearms clean and protected. CorrosionX Ultimate CLP is powerful enough to effortlessly remove black powder fouling.

CorrosionX Ultimate CLP also provides excellent lubricity and protection. The formula has been independently tested, illuminating the excellent wear prevention and load-carrying abilities, so you can expect top performance from your firearm after it’s been cleaned with CorrosionX Ultimate CLP. Lab testing shows that CorrosionX Ultimate CLP greatly surpasses MilSpec requirements, tripling the anti-wear qualities and nearly doubling the load-carrying capacity. Guns are protected against moisture, exceeding the humidity cabinet requirement by 47 percent, and besting the salt spray requirement six times over. A firearm treated with CorrosionX Ultimate CLP works better, longer and under harsher conditions.

CorrosionX Ultimate CLP comes in a variety of size options from a one-ounce bottle up to a gallon, perfect for being prepared in the field or keeping a platoon’s rifles running in the harshest conditions. A one-ounce bottle features a tapered spout for precision application and easily tucks into field gear. The non-aerosol spray nozzle on the 16-ounce size is perfect for misting an entire firearm, be it bolt action or crew-served. A 6-ounce aerosol can is small enough to be tucked into your range bag but delivers big performance. 

Firearms treated with CorrosionX Ultimate CLP work better for longer, no matter what the conditions. Assure peak performance with CorrosionX Ultimate CLP from Corrosion Technologies.

Founded in February 1988, in Dallas, Texas, Corrosion Technologies began supplying corrosion-inhibitors to the aviation industry, military, commercial, and consumer clients.

CorrosionX Ultimate CLP specs                                                    

* 3X anti-wear of CLP MilSpec requirement

* Almost 2X the load-carrying CLP MilSpec requirement

* Exceed humidity cabinet requirement by 47%

* Exceeds salt spray cabinet requirement by 6X.

For more information, visit: www.corrosionx.com

Corrosion Technologies develops and commercializes many of the most effective protective chemical products available today, manufacturing a complete line of anti-corrosion products and equipment for aviation, marine, automotive, RV, maintenance, industrial, agricultural, sporting goods, R/C, firearms and household / general purpose uses. The brand names associated with these products are CorrosionX®, CorrosionX® Aviation, CorrosionX® Extended Duty, CorrosionX® Heavy Duty, CorrosionX® for Guns, CorrosionX® Ultimate CLP, ReelX® and SpeedX®. Each utilizing core technologies featuring the latest developments in Polar Bonding and Fluid Thin Film Coating (FTFC) technology, yet unique in their designs for specific applications.

For more information, visit

www.corrosionx.com

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Inside the Blue Line with the Manchester PD

Posted on Wednesday, 13 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

In honor of Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day, SIG SAUER is proud to present “Inside the Blue Line.”

SIG SAUER has partnered with 5.11 and Ironclad to bring viewers a look at what it’s like to work in law enforcement today with unprecedented access inside the day-to-day lives of the men and women of the Manchester, New Hampshire Police Department.

This exclusive video series portrays what life is like behind the badge and the reality of what serving in the line of duty is like for police officers today.

VISIT INSIDEBLUELINE.COM TO WATCH THE VIDEOS AND LEARN MORE

FIREARMS  • AMMUNITION  • ELECTRO-OPTICS  • SUPPRESSORS  • AIRGUNS  • TRAINING

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How To Give Back To First Responders

Posted on Wednesday, 13 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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Now more than ever, the heroes on the front lines need our support. All proceeds from this t-shirt made by Nine Line Apparel will be used to benefit first responders and their families through the Front Line Foundation and the Boys and Girls Clubs.

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HENSOLDT secures Remembrance Day in The Netherlands

Posted on Tuesday, 12 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

HENSOLDT secures Remembrance Day

One part of the system, consisting of two SMS-D which comprises of a Spexer 360 radar, daylight and thermal cameras, one Spexer 500, two Skyscan 7x and one Jammer. On location, these various sensors where distributed between two buildings approximately one kilometer apart to ensure the best radar and DF coverage.

HENSOLDT Xpeller was selected by the Netherlands National Police to secure a public event against malicious drones.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 11th May 2020 – This recent deployment to secure Remembrance Day in Amsterdam marks the successful introduction of Xpeller as a service from HENSOLDT Ventures.

Depending on the concept of operations or the physical environment, customers can choose the best options for their individual C-UAV requirements. HENSOLDT provides installation and operation in parallel with local security forces. Alternatively, the German sensor solution specialist can also provide training to local operators if, for example, deployment of countermeasures rules demands local control. 

The system selected in this case consisted of two SMS-D, made up of a Spexer 360 radar, daylight and thermal cameras, in addition to one Spexer 500, two Skyscan 7x and one Jammer. On location, these various sensors where set up on two buildings approximately one kilometer apart to ensure the best radar and DF coverage. Coverage maps options in the CxEye software allows operators to optimize sensor placement quickly and efficiently. Using a comms link to join the different locations, Xpeller provided a common operating picture with fused radar, camera and DF information, and a live-stream of the operating picture was provided into the police headquarters.

The request had been made by the National Police as part of a task force including the Royal Netherlands Air Force and Army, only three weeks before the event. HENSOLDT’s Xpeller team responded with resources from Germany, South Africa, the UK and the Netherlands. Because of current COVID 19 restrictions, the equipment was shipped from different locations and set up the day ahead of the event with remote support from the all the involved entities. The successful deployment was closely monitored by representatives of the authorities involved.

About HENSOLDT

HENSOLDT is a pioneer of technology and innovation in the field of defense and security electronics. Based in Taufkirchen near Munich, the company is a German Champion with strategic leadership positions in the field of sensor solutions for defense and non-defense applications. HENSOLDT develops new products to combat a wide range of threats based on innovative approaches to data management, robotics and cyber security. With approximately 5,500 employees, HENSOLDT generated revenues of 1.14 billion euros in 2019.

www.hensoldt.net

Press contact

Carina Engelhardt           Tel.: +49 (0)7364.9557.531

carina.engelhardt@hensoldt.net

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Managing Directors: Andreas Hülle and Axel Salzmann
Chairman of the Supervisory Board: Thomas Müller
Registered Office: Oberkochen
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HENSOLDT Optronics GmbH • Carl-Zeiss-Strasse 22 • 73447 Oberkochen
Geschäftsführer: Andreas Hülle und Axel Salzmann
Aufsichtsratvorsitzender: Thomas Müller
Sitz der Gesellschaft: Oberkochen
Registergericht: Amtsgericht Ulm, HRB 500 995 Ust ID / VAT: DE811880438

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Blackhawk Introduces Limited-Edition T-Series Holster in Recognition of National Police Week

Posted on Tuesday, 12 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub


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New Level 2 Compact Holsters to Feature Inner Blue Mold

VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia – May 11, 2020 – Blackhawk, a leader in law enforcement and military equipment for over 20 years, announced today the release of a limited-edition T-Series Level 2 Compact (L2C) holster in recognition of National Police Week. As a salute to the men and women of law enforcement, the new L2C holsters will feature a blue, inner molding that is displayed along the edge of the exterior of the holster.

The new, limited-edition holster will be offered in five fit options across the various holster molds and only available while supplies last. The Blackhawk T-Series L2C holster will offered be in both left and right-handed fits for the Glock 17 and SIG Sauer P320 pistols as well as right-hand only model for the Glock 19. The new holsters will retail for $59.95.

The Blackhawk T-Series line is the world’s first thumb driven, dual-injected molded holster. The holster combines the company’s proven outer body strength made possible with a glass reinforced nylon along with a soft touch inner liner that is both super slick and sound-dampening. This durable and efficient, low-friction design translates into a smooth, quiet draw or when re-holstering the sidearm. Designed to follow Blackhawk’s Master Grip Principle, all T-Series holsters have been specifically developed to allow the user’s hand to land naturally where it should in order to deploy the sidearm.

Like previously introduced Blackhawk models, the L2C holster has been specifically designed to assist with concealed carry. Each holster model is standard with a new speed cut to help with a faster draw and features a low-profile design for ease of concealment. The L2C holster is also RMR-compatible, enabling users the ability to add a red dot to their carry firearm.

The duty-rated holster is standard with an all-new Quick Dual Release (QDR) attachment method. Using an intuitive button release, the QDR allows the holster to be easily added and removed from a belt without weaving it through traditional belt loops. The QDR can easily accommodate belts ranging from 1.5 to 2.25 inches and allows the holster to be canted at various angles, depending on user preference. In addition to the QDR attachment, all T-Series L2C holsters come standard with a 2-slot belt loop. The 2-slot belt loop has been ergonomically designed to follow the body contour and help reduce offset.

For more information on the new Limited-Edition T-Series L2C Holsters or to view the complete line of T-Series holsters be sure to visit www.blackhawk.com/holsters/.

About BLACKHAWK
In 1990, a Navy SEAL was navigating a minefield when his pack failed. As his gear tumbled to the ground he vowed that if he got out of there alive he would make gear the right way. Today, this obsession with quality applies to everything we do. We’re constantly researching, refining and perfecting every detail to provide gear that won’t let you down. Because we’re not just making stuff – we’re honoring a vow.

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Barrett delivers first Made in the USA order

Posted on Tuesday, 12 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub


Perth, Western Australia – Monday 11th May 2020 – Barrett Communications USA Corp deliver their first order of US manufactured Barrett 4050 HF SDR transceivers.
The Barrett 4050 HF SDR is the first of the Barrett 4000 series products to be manufactured in the USA. The initial order for a US State Government Department follows on from ongoing relationships that both Barrett Communications USA Corp and Royal Communications, the USA Authorized Barrett Representative, have with many US state and federal government departments.
Barrett CEO, Mr. Andrew Burt commented “Barrett is grateful to have been able to maintain its operations and production at our two manufacturing facilities in New York state, USA and Western Australia during the COVID-19 global pandemic. It has been important for us and our customers that we maintain an operational business and continue to fulfil orders. As always, our employee health and safety has been our paramount focus, we have been working with our staff on realigning our current developments and manufacturing processes to ensure employee’s safety is upheld.”
Although the business has been operational, Barrett has experienced supply chain issues and logistical challenges from delays on inbound components to outbound finished product deliveries. Mr Burt went on to say, “many countries around the world have closed their borders limiting goods both leaving and entering the country. The movement of battery packs, classified as “dangerous goods”, has posed the most significant challenge with the reduced access to commercial freight forwarding services. We continue to work closely with our customers to both minimize and mitigate any potential delivery delays.”

About Barrett Communications

Barrett Communications is the specialist Australian designer and manufacturer of commercial and tactical HF and VHF radio communication systems.
The Company’s global distribution to over 150 countries and customer support network in over 65 countries allows it to provide both OTS and turnkey network solutions to meet their clients’ exact requirements.
Since 1976 Barrett Communications has provided HF communications solutions to military, government, security, business and Non-Government organizations around the world.

Additional information about Barrett Communications is available at www.barrettcommunications.com.au

For further information contact:
Suzie Haworth
Marketing Officer
Phone: +61 8 6399 1361

Barrett Communications
47 Discovery Drive, Bibra Lake, Western Australia 6163
Phone: +61 8 9434 1700 Fax: +61 8 9418 6757
https://www.barrettcommunications.com.au/

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A Novel Approach to COVID 19 in Luxemburg

Posted on Tuesday, 12 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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In 1957, Luxembourg became one of the six founding countries of the EEC (later the EU), and in 1999 it joined the euro currency zone. This tiny country has a population of about 620,000 people. Their ethnic milieu is 51.1% Luxembourger, 15.7% Portuguese, 7.5% French, 3.6% Italian and 22.1% others. All of the corresponding languages are spoken with a greater prevalence for French, Italian, German and English.

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As small as it is, Luxembourg has not escaped the COVID 19 challenge but they have a pretty interesting way of keeping the public informed. Citizens receive pamphlets  as represented in the image above. This is one in a series of 4 done in 5 languages; providing some fairly specific instructions as the country moves through the various phases of deconfinement.

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New Jersey’s Range 129 Earns NSSF Five-Star Rating

Posted on Tuesday, 12 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

Range 129

NEWTOWN, Conn. — The National Shooting Sports Foundation®(NSSF®), the firearm industry trade association, is pleased to announce that it has awarded Range 129 its highest Five-Star ratingfor range excellence.

Located in Absecon, New Jersey, on the coast in the southern portion of the state in Atlantic County and a short drive from the busy hubs of Atlantic City, Ocean City, Sea Isle City and Cape May, Range 129 is both a gathering spot for area residents and a hotspot for tourists looking for excitement beyond the gambling tables and beaches. With such a diverse customer base, the facility keeps a hard focus on training.

“We were very impressed with the both the training curriculum and the devotion of the staff members to educating their customers while keeping the entertainment value high,” said Zach Snow, NSSF Director, Retail & Range Business Development. “This speaks not only to how well a business like this can be run in a state as firearm-ownership-challenged as New Jersey, it underscores the fact that the commitment to clients and the safe, responsible, enjoyable use of guns is a personal one for every employee. That translates to genuine customer engagement.”

Range 129 boasts a number of admirable features. A generous 20 pistol lanes divided across two bays extend to 25 yards and an advanced target setting/retrieval system that operates via touchscreen control. The nine-lane rifle range utilizes the same target system, extends to 100 yards and can handle centerfire cartridges up to .50 BMG. State-of-the-art ventilation systems complement both in keeping patrons’ healthy and comfortable. A team of talented gunsmiths and a full calendar of specialty courses and competitive league shoots add to this facility’s well-roundedness.

In addition to the shooting facilities, Range 129 has both a full-line firearms retail store and an archery pro shop which, with its own indoor and outdoor archery range and a roster of archery instruction classes, draws in area hunters and 3D target shooters. All four range types are open to the public and available on an hourly basis, while yearly individual and family memberships plans are offered in pistol-range only, rifle-range only, archery-range only and a variety of combo packages of the three. Law enforcement, military, firefighters and EMT professionals and retired professionals are offered memberships at a discounted rate via Range 129’s “Hero” initiative.

Training at Range 129 covers a wide range of topics and application, ranging from basic handgun, basic rifle and a two-hour basic holster class that refines drawing and presentation skills. There are several advanced handgun courses for those looking to upgrade their skills, and private instruction on handgun, rifle and shotgun is available tailor-suited to customer request.

“Being designated as a Five-Star facility by NSSF has given us the fortitude to emulate our motto, ‘He who walks with wolves, learns to howl,’” said William Wolfson, Range 129’s owner. “From the inception of the idea to bring a shooting sports training facility to southern New Jersey, we built the organization based on a foundation of safety and education, hence our motto. Range 129 will continue to be a beacon in the shooting sports industry.”


About NSSF

The National Shooting Sports Foundation is the trade association for the firearms 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, firearms retailers, shooting ranges, sportsmen’s organizations and publishers nationwide. For more information, log on to www.nssf.org.

About NSSF’s Star-Rating Range Program

NSSF’s highly respected Star-Rating Range Program works to encourage ranges of all sizes and locations to excel. Applying for rating requires answering a comprehensive questionnaire and business owner self-evaluation of the facilities, staff, community outreach and other criteria. Ranges that appear to meet the criteria for Four- or Five-Star rating receive an on-site evaluation by NSSF staff. NSSF member ranges that merit a Three-Star rating are recognized for being a part of the Star-Rating range family and are provided guidance to improve their facilities and achieve the higher two ratings. For more information, including instructions on how to apply for NSSF’s Star-Rating Range Program, contact Zach Snow, NSSF Director, Retail & Range Business Development, at zsnow@nssf.org.

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All MOHOC Accessories Awarded NSNs

Posted on Tuesday, 12 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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Updated NSN list now available

We’re pleased to announce that both MOHOC® and MOHOC® IR Cameras, plus all MOHOC Accessories now have their own NATO/National Stock Number.
In addition to providing contracting ease and logistical convenience, knowing that NATO customers have codified both cameras and accessories reaffirms that MOHOC is the choice of elite operators worldwide.
The MOHOC NSN List is now available on request from the MOHOC team.

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Galco – Made In The USA Since 1969!

Posted on Tuesday, 12 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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Many of our competitors outsource production to China, Vietnam or Mexico, while others are wholly owned by Turkish and Paraguayan interests. But Galco once again bet on America and expanded our Phoenix headquarters and holstermaking plant twice in the 2010s. We’re glad we did.

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Galco International, LTD is the designer and manufacturer of the Galco holster brand, the premier American-made line of superb-quality holsters, belts and accessories. Encompassing law enforcement, military, defensive and sporting use, the Galco brand utilizes leather, nylon, injection-molded plastic and Kydex® to meet the demands of today’s consumers. The award-winning Matrix™ line of holsters and accessories, women’s holster handbags, tactical slings and hunting accessories round out the line. All Galco products are proudly made in the USA since 1969.

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Meeting the Needs of a Nation

Posted on Monday, 11 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

Meeting the Needs of the Nation

Honeywell and Howard Leight step up to help Americans helping each other

WESTWOOD, Mass. (May 8, 2020) – Something has proven to be even more infectious than this insidious novel coronavirus over the past few weeks: the American spirit. Indeed, Americans are stepping up to protect the most vulnerable populations across the country by heeding stay-at-home orders and embracing social-distancing guidelines to slow the spread of COVID-19. And at the corporate level, companies like Honeywell – a global technology leader and parent company to the popular Howard Leight Shooting Sports brand – are responding nimbly with a variety of creative initiatives to protect against the threat while helping to prop up our stressed economy.

Honeywell Expands Capacity to Deliver 20 Million N95 Masks per Month

Honeywell has recently announced added manufacturing capabilities in Phoenix to produce N95 face masks in support of the U.S. government’s response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The company’s Phoenix expansion, coupled with additional production in Smithfield, Rhode Island announced on March 22, will allow Honeywell to create approximately 1,000 new jobs while producing more than 20 million N95 disposable masks monthly to combat COVID-19 in the U.S. while adding to the National Stockpile. Honeywell is also increasing its manufacturing and distribution of other important and needed personal protective equipment (PPE) worldwide.

Howard Leight and the Shooting Sports are Open for Business

The unprecedented and selfless actions being taken by Americans aren’t easy; they’re difficult and aren’t happening without sacrifice. Thankfully, there are myriad ways Americans can find respite from indoor isolation while complying with social distancing. Shooting sports is one of them.

While most shooting ranges are properly closed throughout much of the country, plenty of individuals and families across rural America are getting out and enjoying the spring weather by plinking and target shooting on the back 40. Many are also patterning their shotguns and enjoying spring turkey hunting.

Howard Leight Shooting Sports wishes to reinforce that it is servicing the needs of customers during these challenging times and remains open for business, as are many of the company’s dealers and retail partners across the country. Shooting sports enthusiasts can find the Howard Leight Shooting Sports hearing and eye protection products they need at many of the same retail locations where they are buying their ammunition and other shooting sports supplies. Of course, Howard Leight shooting sports products are also available for purchase online a thowardleightshooting sports.com.

ABOUT HONEYWELL HOWARD LEIGHT

Honeywell Safety Products empower individuals and families across the globe to enjoy more and worry less. Our high-quality hearing and eye protection help people to more safely enjoy the events and activities they love. Our broad selection of comfortable and stylish protective eyewear delivers safety without compromise, many of which meet ANSI high-impact standards and offer UVA/UVB protection. Building on over 30 years of innovation, we’re continually developing new designs, materials and technologies to enhance comfort and protection for industry trade professionals, recreational and competitive shooters, DIY homeowners, and all fans of live music and sporting events. Whatever your passion, trust Howard Leight to block out the noise so you can listen to what’s important, while staying safely focused on the big moments that matter. Learn more at howardleightshootingsports.com.

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EXTREMA RATIO – BD1 R

Posted on Monday, 11 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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Tel. +39 0574 584639 – Fax. +39 0574 581312
info@extremaratio.com – www.extremaratio.com

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Remote ID Cohort Information

Posted on Monday, 11 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

Remote ID Cohort Information

Thanks for the questions we received after yesterday’s press release on the Remote ID Cohort. To clarify, the Cohort is not part of the decision-making process for the proposed Remote ID rule final rule. The Cohort will help the FAA develop technology requirements for other companies to develop applications needed for Remote ID. The comment period on the Remote ID Notice of Proposed Rulemaking closed on March 2, 2020, and the FAA is reviewing the more than 53,000 comments.

If you are a member of the media, contact us at pressoffice@faa.gov and a public affairs specialist will respond.

If you are a drone operator with questions about Remote ID, or any other drone-related question, please email UAShelp@faa.gov or call 844-FLY-MY-UA.

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Thanks during the health crisis

Posted on Monday, 11 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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THANK YOU SO MUCH !

COVID-19 situation may have been particularly complicated for some of you.
However, thanks to your loyalty, PGM Precision can continue to operate and thus honour both administrative and civil orders.
The PGM precision team sincerely thanks you for the trust you give us !

Link to our website !

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Big Horn Armory (BHA) Honors America’s Armed Forces with Military Discount

Posted on Monday, 11 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

Any new purchase made by active duty or veteran military members will receive a 10 percent discount off their entire order with a valid Military ID or DD-214.

Cody, Wyo. (May 2020) – Big Horn Armory (BHA), makers of big-bore firearms, offers a special discount just for past and present members of America’s military branches. In honor of Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day, BHA would like to remind its customers of its 10 percent discount on all orders made through the BHA website to active duty and veteran members of America’s armed forces. Simply provide proof of service with a valid Military ID or DD-214 to receive the discount.

“It takes a dedicated and patriotic person to become a member of our armed forces and these heroes often are not celebrated enough. We wanted to recognize their contributions and their sacrifices for the greater good of our nation by providing a special discount offer just for them. It’s our simple way of saying thank you for all you do to protect and serve our nation. It does not go unnoticed by us,” commented Greg Buchel, president of BHA.

For more on Big Horn Armory, visit www.bighornarmory.com or any of their social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or Twitter.

About Big Horn Armory:

Big Horn Armory was founded in 2008 with the expressed intention of designing a Browning-type lever-action gun chambered in 500 Smith & Wesson Magnum. The Big Horn Armory Model 89, made in America, closely follows the work of John Browning with refinements courtesy of modern metallurgy and machining capabilities. The first rifles began shipping in September of 2012 and since then, BHA has added to their big bore lineup with a Model 90 Carbine in 460 S&W, the Model 90A in 454 Casull, the Model 90B in .45 Colt, the Model 89A in 500 Linebaugh and the Model 89B in .475 Linebaugh. In 2017, Big Horn Armory took a departure from its lever-action series and developed the AR500 Auto Max, the most powerful short-range, semi-auto based on an AR .308 platform.

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Rock-N-Roll’s Best Dies at Age 87- A Great American Music Legend

Posted on Saturday, 9 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub
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Remington Reincarnates the Bushmaster BA50 and Names it the R2MI

Posted on Friday, 8 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

Remington Reintroducing Bolt-Action .50-Caliber Rifle as the R2MI ...Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC - BA50

If you haven’t  had the opportunity to engage a long range target with the Bushmaster BA50 you are missing an experience; I’ll tell you, it is a joy. The rifle was extremely accurate, and at the time of its introduction it had to be one of the most ergonomic .50 BMGs on the market.

Fast forward to 2020 to witness its resurrection in the form of Remington’s R2Mi. Remington has even kept the bolt handle on the left side of the receiver. I have to believe that Remington marketing intended the 2Mi in its name to suggest the range potential and that they were not trying to imitate the Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant. All kidding aside, if you have $4,400 +/- this is a rifle that you need to add to your long range precision shooting collection. Top it off with a solid optic and you’ll enjoy shooting this rifle for years to come.

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Launch Day for the Diamondback DBX 5.7 Is Here

Posted on Friday, 8 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

(Cocoa, FL) – Diamondback Firearms, creator of high quality firearms and industry leading components, is proud to announce the launch of the highly anticipated DBX 5.7.

Diamondback unveiled this exciting new product in January at Range Day for SHOT Show 2020 in Las Vegas, NV where media attendees were able to handle and test the product at a live fire range in the desert. With overwhelming positive feedback, Diamondback is excited for the official launch day of the DBX 5.7 today, May 7, 2020.

The DBX 5.7 is a one-of-a-kind semi-auto pistol chambered in 5.7x28mm with an 8″ barrel. It has a standard AR-15 mil-spec trigger and a Magpul MOE-K grip. It’s composed of a hard coat anodized 7075 aluminum frame and a 6061 aluminum handguard. It includes a DBX muzzle device, a Magpul Handstop kit and a 20-round magazine. The DBX 5.7 also comes equipped with a rear picatinny mounted, side-folding brace. With the brace, it has an overall length of 25.4″ versus a 16.1″ length without the brace. It has a slim profile of just 1.25″ and weighs 3 lbs unloaded without the brace.

“Diamondback Firearms is very excited that the DBX 5.7 launch day has finally arrived,” says Kaley Cox, Marketing Director for Diamondback America. “We have been so encouraged from the feedback we received since the product unveiling in January, and now it’s time to bring the DBX 5.7 to the hands of our customers.”

Follow Diamondback Firearms for more details on the DBX 5.7 and other Diamondback products!

For more information about Diamondback Firearms, visit www.diamondbackfirearms.com.

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Shell Shock Technologies Welcomes Chase Rains as its Newest Sponsored Shooter

Posted on Friday, 8 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

Shell Shock Technologies Welcomes Chase Rains as its Newest Sponsored Shooter Shell Shock Technologies will supply Rains with its NAS3 cases for his competitions during 2020.

Westport, Conn. (May 2020) – Shell Shock Technologies, LLC., an early-stage technology, and manufacturing company focused on developing innovative case technologies for the ammunition industry, is pleased to announce it has signed Chase Rains as its newest sponsored shooter. Shell Shock Technologies will be supplying Rains with its NAS3 cases for his competitions in 2020.
“I’ve seen this product in action and I believe it is driving the industry in the right direction. I’m looking forward to representing Shell Shock Technologies at my upcoming matches and helping to educate other shooters as to why their NAS3 cases are a step above the rest,” commented Rains.
A lifelong shooter, hunting and target shooting have always been Rains’ favorite pastimes. As he grew up, he began to work on firearms and became a Certified Gunsmith, as well as an instructor teaching new shooters. In 2018, Rains was invited to a 3 Gun match and fell in love immediately. He began competing shortly after, then transitioned to USPSA matches as his main focus. In 2019 he competed in nine majors and over 40 Level 1 matches.
He can be seen competing next at the 2020 Oklahoma Section Championship, to be held at the Oklahoma City Gun Club, in Arcadia, Oklahoma, from June 19 – 20, 2020.
About Shell Shock Technologies NAS3 Cases:
NAS3 9mm cases are 50 percent lighter than brass cases, offer greater lubricity and will not abrade, clog, foul, wear-out or damage breach and ejector mechanisms. The cases offer greater corrosion resistance, tensile strength (2x stronger) and elasticity than brass. NAS3 cases will not split, chip, crack or grow (stretch) and are fully reloadable (using S3 Reload dies) and can be reloaded many more times than brass cases. NAS3 cases have been tested successfully by customers to pressures over 70k psi. NAS3 cases can be picked up with a magnet. The head can be colored for branding purposes and easy load identification.
NAS3 is “Best in Class” for maintaining consistent velocity between rounds. In an independent test performed by H.P. White Laboratory (a major munitions testing facility), rounds fired using NAS3 cases achieved a velocity standard deviation of 0.093 FPS (124-grain FMJ bullet, 4.2 grains Titegroup powder, 10 rounds, extreme variation 3fps).
To learn more about Shell Shock’s revolutionary technology, visit www.shellshocktech.com.

About Shell Shock Technologies, LLC: Founded in Westport, Connecticut, in 2015, Shell Shock Technologies, LLC is an early stage technology and manufacturing company focused on developing innovative case technologies for the ammunition industry. Shell Shock is a component manufacturer supplying shell cases to the shooting sports market, as well as to U.S. and foreign ammunition manufacturers, law enforcement, military and other government agencies. Shell Shock does not load ammunition. www.shellshocktech.com

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Introducing the NEW Impact® 1000 Rangefinder

Posted on Friday, 8 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

 

THE IMPACT® 1000 – EASY TO USE. EASY TO LOVE. 

BARNEVELD, Wis. – The next evolution in the Impact® line of laser rangefinders offered by Vortex® gives hunters and recreational shooters the affordable, angle-compensated rangefinder they’ve been looking for.

Simple to use and easy to carry, the Impact® 1000 offers features bowhunters will love—like angle compensation and ranging as close as five yards—and the power range lovers need to go out to 1,000 yards.

It also features three ranging modes: Angle compensated Horizontal Component Distance (HCD), Line of Sight (LOS), and Scan, giving users the choices they need to get range for a shot, or distance for a calculation. It’s all packaged in an intuitive interface that won’t get in the way in the field.

The Impact® 1000 packs a whole lot of value into a small package. And, like all our optics and electronics, it’s covered by the Vortex® VIP Warranty. Now, there’s no excuse for entering the field without a rangefinder.

MSRP:
$269.00 – Impact® 1000Rangefinder

For a list of specifications, frequently asked questions and high-resolution images, check out the Vortex New Products Portal. For more information, visit VortexOptics.com

About Vortex Optics: American owned, veteran-owned, Wisconsin-based Vortex Optics designs, engineers, produces, and distributes a complete line of premium sport optics, accessories, and apparel. Dedicated to providing unrivaled customer service and exceptional quality, Vortex® backs its products with the unconditional, transferrable, lifetime VIP Warranty. Built on over 30 years of experience in the optics industry, Vortex® has emerged as a leader in the optics market. 

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5.11 and SIG SAUER Team Up for “Inside the Blue Line” Documentary

Posted on Friday, 8 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

NEWINGTON, N.H., (May 7, 2020) – 5.11, Inc. and SIG SAUER, Inc. are pleased to announce the launch of Inside the Blue Line, an original content series that presents the reality and evolving demands on law enforcement today. In this series the Manchester, New Hampshire Police Department granted unprecedented access to a film crew from Ironclad Media to follow officers on the front line and into the line of duty. 

“The goal of our project was to give the public a greater appreciation for life behind the badge today,” said 5.11’s Chief Marketing Officer, Debra Radcliff. “Watching these officers in action and learning about the challenges they face was a life-changing experience. We are honored to bring their stories to life.”
The official series is now live at insideblueline.com, and will be launched across 5.11 and SIG SAUER social media next week at the commencement of National Police Week on Monday, May 11, 2020.  Additionally, the Inside the Blue Line video series is part of a robust campaign 5.11 is launching to commemorate National Police Week. Next week, 5.11 will start to sell the Honoring Those Who Serve patch with proceeds from the sale being donated to The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

“We are honored and excited to have partnered with 5.11 and the Manchester Police Department on this project,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer & Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc. “SIG SAUER and 5.11 are aligned in our core mission – to serve and support law enforcement and the defense community with our products – which unites us as brands. This was an extraordinary project, and in these unprecedented times, we have a heightened awareness for the sacrifices that are being made by the law enforcement community and thank them for their service.” About SIG SAUER, Inc. SIG SAUER, Inc. is  a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, and training. For over 150 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 almost 2,000 employees across eight locations. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.

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Shoot Like A Girl Prepares to Resume Operations

Posted on Friday, 8 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

On the Road Again


Contact: Karen Butler    Email: Karen.Butler@shootlikeagirl.com Phone: 256-520-3759

Shoot Like A Girl Prepares to Resume Operations in Accordance with President Trump’s “Opening Up America Again” Guidelines

Athens, AL – May 5, 2020 – As the country moves towards opening back up, Shoot Like A Girl is proactively preparing to resume their Coast to Coast Tour on June 6-7 at Cabela’s in Missoula, Montana. Shoot Like A Girl has respectfully abided by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines to practice social distancing, to shelter and/or stay at home and limit non-essential travel during this historic COVID-19 Pandemic.  The entire team is ready to resume travel, and empower women to participate in shooting sports with confidence.  
“We are moving forward securing travel plans with optimism that the country will move to Phase 2 of President Trump’s “Opening Up America Again” guidelines,” said Karen Butler, President and Founder of Shoot Like A Girl.  “We have implemented risk mitigation strategies for the safety of our clients and staff, and our operating processes will be slightly different to adhere to CDC recommendations.”
Phase 2 of President Trumps “Opening Up America Again” Guidelines allow for non-essential travel, and for event venues to open under moderate physical distancing protocols.  Shoot Like A Girl’s new procedures are focused on keeping their clients and instructors safe.  Each participant will be given a TrueTimber SilverTec Ninja Hood, generously provided by Bass Pro Shops; a pair of Birchwood Casey eye protection, kindly provided by GSM Outdoors; and disposable gloves.  As clients approach the iconic mobile range a waiting area will be marked to adhere to 6’ of social distancing.  When it is their turn, they will be given the mask, glasses and gloves to keep, and hearing protection that will be properly sanitized between clients.  Contact will be limited to one instructor per client, and a firearms demonstration station will be set up outside of the trailer. Only two clients will be allowed inside at one time to maintain social distancing; and family members will still be afforded the opportunity to watch from the TV screens outside, while practicing social distancing.
Shoot Like A Girl will resume the Coast to Coast Tour, provided the country and the states they will visit lift COVID-19 restrictions.  The planned schedule is:
June 6-7           Cabela’s, Missoula, MT

June 6-7                    Cabela’s, Missoula, MT

June 13-14                Cabela’s, Post Falls, ID

June 27-28                Cabela’s, Tulalip, WA

July 11-12                 Cabela’s, Springfield, OR

July 25-26                 Cabela’s, Kearney, NE

August 8-9                 Bass Pro Shops, Broken Arrow, OK

August 15-16            Bass Pro Shops, Oklahoma City, OK

August 29-30            Bass Pro Shops, Little Rock, AR

September 12-13     Table Rock Lake, MO

September 19-20     Bass Pro Shops, Pearl, MS

September 26-27     Cabela’s, Charleston, WV

October 3-4               Bass Pro Shops, Ashland, VA

October 17-18          Cabela’s, Garner, NC

October 24-35          Bass Pro Shops, Myrtle Beach, SC

November 7-8           Bass Pro Shops, Destin, FL

Butler concludes, “Even though we are leaning forward towards resuming our schedule, we remain flexible to comply with CDC and State guidelines, and will continue to make event by event decisions if needed.  We pray for those who have been impacted both in terms of health and finances, and that the country reopens soon.” About Shoot Like A Girl: Shoot Like A Girl is the industry leader in growing the number of women in shooting sports by giving them an interactive experience of shooting a pistol, rifle, and bow in a safe controlled environment. The Shoot Like A Girl experience is free to each participant because of the following corporate partners, please take a moment to recognize them: GLOCK, Bass Pro Shops, Cabela’s, Ruger, Beretta, Colt, Magpul, Bushnell, Savage, Springfield Armory, Walther,FN America, Heckler & Koch, Smith & Wesson, TrueTimber, Walker’s, Mossberg, Lyman, Crossbreed Holsters, Thermacell, Black Rifle Coffee Company, GTM, Rogue Ridge, Archery 360, Bow Hunting 360, SOG,Women’s Outdoor News, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Primos, Gold Tip Arrows, Hoppes, Federal Premium Ammunition, Mathews, Hoyt, S & S Outdoors, Alps Outdoorz,Lacrosse Footwear, Record Rack, and Upper Canyon Outfitters. For sponsorship information or to learn more about SLG2, visit Shoot Like A Girl.com For photos visit Flickr SLG2, Inc DBA: Shoot Like A Girl

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Julie Golob, Modern Day Wonder Woman, joins the “It’s Federal Season” Podcast

Posted on Friday, 8 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

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ANOKA, Minnesota – May 14, 2020 – She sets shooting records.  She has served the United States.  She is on the front lines of protecting your 2nd Amendment rights.  And that’s only half of the hats Julie Golob wears.  Find out how she balances all her duties and the Federal products she uses and trusts on this episode of “It’s Federal Season.”

Episode No. 8 – Modern Day Wonder Woman

https://www.federalpremium.com/podcast.html

“I find Julie to be one of the most positive voices and leaders in the hunting and shooting industry,” says Jason Vanderbrink, President of Federal Ammunition.  “Her passion for our industry is only surpassed by the energy she spends to improve people’s skills and knowledge about guns, ammunition, and proper technique.”  This half hour is packed with her life story, influences, her accomplishments, and thoughts on how to maximize a day at the range as well as the importance of our 2ndAmendment rights.  It is one of the best half hours of content found on any medium.

In the Tech Talk segment, Julie Golob stays on for a personal defense discussion with topics ranging from testing your CCW gear at home during the COVID-19 crisis to products she relies on and trusts in her guns.  Before signing off, find out what promotions are available for consumers to buy Federal products and merchandise.  Look for more episodes at www.federalpremium.com or where you find your favorite podcasts.    

Federal ammunition can be found at dealers nationwide or purchased online direct from Federal. For more information on all products from Federal or to shop online, visit www.federalpremium.com.

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NDIA asks Congress to reconsider several defense legislative proposals

Posted on Friday, 8 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub


May 7, 2020

ARLINGTON, VA – The National Defense Industrial Association is among members of the Acquisition Reform Working Group voicing concern to the Senate and House Armed Services committees over several legislative proposals that the groups say could harm the defense industrial base, the Arlington, VA-based trade organization announces today.

The May 6 letter<https://content.ndia.org/-/media/sites/Press%20Releases/Documents/ARWG%20Letter%20Regarding%20DoD%20LEGPROPs.ashx?la> to Congress from NDIA and others outlined issues with Defense Department proposals that these groups say would:

  *   Reverse reforms made in previous National Defense Authorization Acts
  *   Authorize release of data that could weaken trade-secret protections
  *   Require contractors to provide uncertified cost information, adding a layer of bureaucracy
  *   Require contracting officers to determine a commercial equivalent for every procurement

NDIA previously had voiced opposition to the Defense Department’s request to classify the Future Years Defense Plan, which outlines its spending goals for future years.

The entire May 6 letter is available here. <https://content.ndia.org/-/media/sites/Press%20Releases/Documents/ARWG%20Letter%20Regarding%20DoD%20LEGPROPs.ashx?la> The other signing organizations are the American Council of Engineering Companies, the Computing Technology Industry Association and the Information Technology Industry.


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NAUMD New Distributor Promotion Announced

Posted on Friday, 8 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

NAUMD Membership Drive

NAUMD Announce New Distributor Promotion for the Uniform, Public Safety, and Image Apparel Industry

Annual distributor member fee for 2020 will extend through December 2021 for new distributor members of the North American Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors (NAUMD).

Omaha, Neb. (May 2020) – The North American Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors (NAUMD) and its Public Safety Suppliers & Retailers (PSSR) division announce a membership drive for new distributors in the uniform, public safety equipment, and image apparel industry. The annual dues for new distributors will extend through December 2021, thus providing them with 19 months of membership instead of the traditional twelve.

“This distributor membership drive is to create awareness of the multiple benefits our association can offer their business,” Steve Zalkin, president of NAUMD, said. “By extending their membership fee benefit, distributors will have the opportunity to connect with our growing manufacturer side of uniforms and public safety equipment. The extended membership will also set them up to attend our 2021 Convention & Expo in May of 2021.”

NAUMD fosters strategic relationships, problem-solving, and information access to companies providing uniforms to the public safety sector, medical, hospitality, airline, Federal government, transportation, and retail industries, plus the addition of a public safety retailer & supplier division for equipment and gear. The annual convention and expo draw hundreds of exhibitors and distributors to network and purchase uniforms and products. The 2021 NAUMD Convention & Expo is scheduled for May 2 – 4, 2021, at the Paradise Point Resort in San Diego, California. The NAUMD Awards program provides recognition and industry awareness through their achievement awards program. Annual awards include the Image of the Year Award®, the Best Dressed Public Safety Award®, six categories of Innovation Awards, the Rising Star Young Leadership Awards, and the Life Time Achievement Awards. Awards are announced annually at the convention.

New distributors interested in the NAUMD Distributor Promotion should contact Steve Zalkin at steve@naumd.com for more information and pricing.

Visit http://www.naumd.com for more information on NAUMD and how membership can boost your business.

About North American Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors (NAUMD):

The NAUMD was founded in 1932. This association is a community for the uniform and image apparel industry. It is composed of manufacturers, distributors, and associated companies that have a common bond in the future of our industry.

We exist to enable our members to create opportunities for a better future. We do this by connecting ideas and people in ways that provoke conversations and inspire innovation. The NAUMD is about building a community where strategic relationships are formed; problems are solved and meaningful information empowers a better future. http://www.naumd.com&nbsp;

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U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Technology Partners for Remote ID Development

Posted on Thursday, 7 May, 2020 by twobirdsflyingpub

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced the eight companies that will assist the Federal government in establishing requirements for future suppliers of Remote Identification (Remote ID). Remote ID will enable Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly called drones, to provide identification and location information while operating in the nation’s airspace.

The FAA selected the following companies to develop technology requirements for future Remote ID UAS Service Suppliers (USS): Airbus, AirMap, Amazon, Intel, One Sky, Skyward, T-Mobile, and Wing. These companies were selected through a Request for Information process in December 2018.

“The FAA will be able to advance the safe integration of drones into our nation’s airspace from these technology companies’ knowledge and expertise on remote identification,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao.

This initial group will support the FAA in developing technology requirements for other companies to develop applications needed for Remote ID. The applications will provide drone identification and location information to safety and security authorities while in flight.

The technology is being developed simultaneously with the proposed Remote ID rule. Application requirements will be announced when the final rule is published. The FAA will then begin accepting applications for entities to become Remote ID suppliers. The FAA will provide updates when other entities can apply to become qualified Remote ID USS on FAA.gov.

Drones are a fast-growing segment of the transportation sector with nearly 1.5 million drones and 160,000 remote pilots now registered with the FAA. The agency’s ability to develop Remote ID technology simultaneously with the rule enables the FAA to continue to build on a UAS Traffic Management (UTM) system that has demonstrated global leadership through the small UAS rule and the implementation of the Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC), which automates the application and approval process for most UAS operators to obtain airspace authorizations.

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