Stiletto – 650 Lumens Multi-Output Rechargeable Pocket LED Flashlight
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SIG AIR Introduces the M17 ASP Air Pistol
Newington, N.H. (November 5, 2018) – SIG AIR adds to its world-class Advanced Sport Pellet (ASP) line of airguns with the introduction of the new M17 CO2-powered air pistol. This semi-automatic .177 caliber pellet pistol is a replica of the U.S. Army issued P320 M17 and is field strippable like its centerfire counterpart. It has the same look and feel as the M17 featuring a polymer frame and metal slide with realistic blow-back action. The proprietary drop magazine houses a 20-round Rapid Pellet Magazine (RPM) and 12g CO2 cartridge which has a patented cam lever loading port for quick and easy replacement of the CO2 cartridge.
SIG AIR adds to its world-class Advanced Sport Pellet (ASP) line of airguns with the introduction of the new M17 CO2-powered air pistol. This semi-automatic .177 caliber pellet pistol is a replica of the U.S. Army issued P320 M17 and is field strippable like its centerfire counterpart. It has the same look and feel as the M17 featuring a polymer frame and metal slide with realistic blow-back action. The proprietary drop magazine houses a 20-round Rapid Pellet Magazine (RPM) and 12g CO2 cartridge which has a patented cam lever loading port for quick and easy replacement of the CO2 cartridge.
The M17 ASP pistol weighs 2.15 lbs. The sights are fixed with a white dot front sight and the accessory rail allows easy mounting of a laser or tactical flashlight. Velocity is up to 430 fps; however, velocity results may vary depending on pellet weight, temperature and altitude. Available in Coyote Tan.
MSRP: $139.99
To purchase and learn more about the M17 Air Pistol, visit sigsauer.com.
About SIG SAUER, Inc.
SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, and training. For over 100 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 – a world class, state-of-the-art, 140-acre training facility. SIG SAUER is headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, and has more than 1,700 employees across eight locations, and is the largest member of a worldwide business group that includes SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG in Germany. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.
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German Precision Optics (GPO) USA Relocates Operations to New Facility
RICHMOND, Va. (Nov. 5, 2018) — Just two years after its creation,GPO, USA, the industry’s newest premium optics company, has moved into a new and larger headquarters facility on Moorefield Park Dr. in Richmond. The new facility is seven miles from its previous location in Midlothian, Va.
This investment is part of the company’s strategic plan to continually meet the increasing demands of its customers. The new 2,600-square-foot facility houses five offices and has increased the GPO, USA building space by more than 400 percent. It is a direct result of the tremendous sales of the company’s binoculars and riflescopes. The offices and increased warehouse space will house GPO sales, service, warehousing and distribution.
“We never expected our growth to be so rapid, but in order to meet current and future demands for our product lines, we recognized the need for additional space,” said CEO and owner Mike Jensen. “We are committed to our customers and their ever-growing demand for GPO optics.”
About GPO, USA
GPO, USA is an American-based company that creates and sells premium outdoor sporting optics to avid outdoor enthusiasts who seek high quality premium optics for their sport. Based in Midlothian, Va., it is owned and operated by Michael Jensen, an outdoor-industry veteran who has successfully assisted in leading numerous premium brands such as Zeiss, Swarovski, Remington and Marlin to benchmark success levels. GPO, USA works in tandem with GPO, GbmH, a German-based company, owned and operated by Richard Schmidt, formerly CEO of Carl Zeiss Sports Optics, GmbH. GPO, GmbH is the global owner of the GPO brand. Together, GPO, USA and GPO, GmbH design, engineer and create optics that meet the highest specifications in the products price/class segments. GPO, USA is committed to enhance the experience of outdoor enthusiasts by bringing to market premium products with better features at similar prices or similar-quality products at better prices. GPO, USA is unique in the fact that it not only creates premium sporting optics, but it also offers one of the best warranty-service policies in the industry, and it publicly supports select organizations that protect conservation, our country and our Constitutional rights. For more information about GPO, USA, write to 711 Moorefield Park Drive, STE C. Richmond, VA 23236; call toll-free (844) MY-BINOS (844-692-4667); e-mail info@gpo-usa.com; or visit gpo-usa.com.
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Crimson Trace Now Shipping Lightguard for M&P Shield Pistol
(Wilsonville, OR) — Crimson Trace® today announced that it has begun shipping the Lightguard® LTG-770 light, designed for secure fit onto the popular Smith & Wesson® M&P Shield® pistol. This easy-to-install light secures onto the pistol’s trigger guard and is activated with dual-side Instant Activation™ pads. The bright 110-Lumen LED white light Lightguard is powered by two 1/3N lithium batteries which can be easily replaced using the rapid-change battery cap on the light’s exterior. The Lightguard offers constant light and strobe modes and delivers an extremely light weight of just 1 ounce (approximate) with the batteries installed.
The new Lightguard LTG-770 light is designed to fit onto Smith & Wesson M&P Shield and M&P Shield M2.0™ pistols in 9mm and 40S&W calibers. Customers can purchase the lights in retail stores and outlets soon, as well as on commercial websites that sell Crimson Trace products, and at the company’s online store at www.crimsontrace.com. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price is $89.
Crimson Trace continues to expand the tactical, mounted, remotely activated and other light options for America’s firearms owners. The company recently released several new Tactical Lights for use on long guns and continues to offer numerous models of lights paired with laser sights under its popular Rail Master®, Rail Master® Pro™, Laserguard® Pro™, and LiNQ® product lines, as well as others. These innovative products are easy to install and operate and provide up to 900 lumens of white light output.
Crimson Trace leads the firearms accessory category by providing laser sights, lights, riflescopes and electro-optics sights through 2,500+ dealers across America. Those dealers include gun stores, ranges, big box outlets and numerous on-line retailers. Crimson Trace products can be easily installed without requiring modification of the firearm — or special gunsmith skills. For more information on Crimson Trace products and dealer locations, and to obtain a free copy of the company’s catalog, visit www.crimsontrace.com or call 800-442-2406.
About Crimson Trace Corporation
Based in Oregon, Crimson Trace Corporation offers laser sights, tactical lights, red dot sights, and riflescopes focused on the tactical, long range, hunting, and self-defense customer. The company’s riflescopes and red dot sights are engineered to meet the needs of professional users and recreational firearms and outdoor enthusiasts and incorporate numerous performance features including proprietary illuminated reticle designs. The company’s industry leading laser sight innovations include: Lasergrips® laser sights, Laserguard® laser sights, LiNQ® wireless operated laser and light systems, and Lightguard® lights for firearms, each with Instinctive Activation™ firearm laser activation technology. Additional product lines include tactical lights and Defender Series™ and Rail Master® firearms accessories. Full details are available at www.crimsontrace.com or by calling 800-442-2406.
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AeroVironment Awarded $3.2 Million Puma AE Unmanned Aircraft Systems Contract by United States Department of Defense for U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Ally
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Puma all-environment system supports ground, riverine and maritime missions
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United States Department of Defense Foreign Military Sales program facilitates interoperability among U.S. and allied forces
MONROVIA, Calif., Nov. 6, 2018 – AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems for both defense and commercial applications, today announced it received a $3,228,856 firm-fixed-price contract on Sept. 14, 2018 from the U.S. Department of Defense to provide RQ-20B Puma AE II small unmanned aircraft systems, training and support to an allied nation in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) area of responsibility. Delivery is anticipated by March 30, 2019.
“The vast, diverse landscape of the INDOPACOM area of operation demands small unmanned aircraft systems that can support ground, riverine and maritime operations effectively,” said Kirk Flittie, vice president and general manager of AeroVironment’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems business. “The combat-proven Puma has demonstrated its unique effectiveness in a wide range of operating environments, from mountains to deserts, from the Arctic to Antarctica, on land and on the open ocean, delivering actionable intelligence to help customers proceed with certainty.”
AeroVironment’s family of small drones comprise the majority of all unmanned aircraft in the U.S. DoD inventory and its rapidly growing international customer base numbers more than 45 allied governments. “This contract is a good example of the additional procurement potential among our international customers,” said Flittie.
The AeroVironment Puma is designed for land-based and maritime operations. Capable of landing in water or on the ground, the all-environment Puma, with its Mantis i45 sensor suite, empowers the operator with extended flight time and a level of imaging capability never before available in the small UAS class.
About AeroVironment Small UAS
The RQ-11B Raven®, RQ-12 Wasp® and RQ-20A/B Puma™ comprise AeroVironment’s Family of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Operating with a common ground control system (GCS), this Family of Systems provides increased capability to the warfighter that can give ground commanders the option of selecting the appropriate aircraft based on the type of mission to be performed. This increased capability has the potential to provide significant force protection and force multiplication benefits to small tactical units and security personnel. AeroVironment provides logistics services worldwide to ensure a consistently high level of operational readiness and provides mission services for customers requiring only the information its small UAS produce. AeroVironment has delivered thousands of new and replacement small unmanned air vehicles to customers within the United States and to more than 45 allied governments.
About AeroVironment
AeroVironment (NASDAQ: AVAV) provides customers with more actionable intelligence so they can proceed with certainty. Based in California, AeroVironment is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems, and serves defense, government and commercial customers. For more information visit www.avinc.com.
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Otis Announces Partnership with Clear Path for Veterans
Lyons Falls, NY: Otis Technology is pleased to announce its support of Clear Path for Veterans, specifically its Dogs2Vets program. Dogs2Vets is a veteran program designed for those service members with service connected PTS/MST disability desiring a service or emotional support animal training.
Established in 2011 and based in Chittenango, NY, Clear Path for Veterans is an all-inclusive community-based resource center that connects service members and their families to the resources they need. They care for those who have served by empowering them to become active, healthy Veterans who transform the communities they live in. They have a variety of programs that speak to their tagline of “supporting the journey home,” such as mentoring, wellness, friends & family programming and more.
Otis’ support of the Dogs2Vets program includes extensive training for a full year, along with all the food, shelter and veterinary appointments for a puppy. After the puppy has completed its training, it will be matched with a Veteran in need and training will continue between owner and puppy. Otis will be sharing the puppy’s journey on its social channels, along with sharing stories of Veterans that Clear Path for Veterans has assisted over the years.
To help promote Clear Path for Vets, Otis will sell 250 special edition Otis Elite® Cleaning Kits. Purchase of a kit acts as a donation going to the Dogs2Vets program. The special edition cleaning kit includes the Otis Elite® with the Clear Path for Veterans logo, four Ripcords® (9mm, .223cal, .30cal and 12ga) and stickers along with a koozie and stickers from Nine Line Apparel. With a value of over $200, this special kit will sell for $149.99 and is only available in November while quantities last.
Anyone who purchases the special edition cleaning kit will be entered to win a grand prize pack, with gear from top brands including Nine Line Apparel, Gerber, Condition 1, Trijicon, Alex Pro, EOTech and more. The grand prize winner will be announced on December 4, 2018.
“We are a defense contractor that supplies the warfighter. But that aside, we are Americans and supporting those who have put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms is ingrained in us,” states Heather Pleskach, director of marketing for Otis Technology. She continues, “Clear Path for Veterans is one way we show that support. We are excited to see this puppy’s journey to service dog, matching a Veteran to the dog and documenting the incredible journey along the way.”
For more information on Otis Technology and its products, please visitwww.otistec.com.
Otis Technology is known for manufacturing the most advanced gun cleaning systems and accessories available. The superior Breech-to-Muzzle® design combined with unmatched quality has positioned Otis as the gun care system of choice with the US Military.
Otis Technology is SMART GUN CARE.
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Military Artificial Intelligence (AI) market set to grow to $7,453m in 2018, says new study
Increased interest in artificial intelligence as a concept among governments and intelligence agencies arising out of increased cyber threats, dynamic battlefield situations, and other security related issues have led to growing demand for artificial intelligence tools in military applications. The concept of artificial intelligence has been used for years but recently has gained more importance in military as well as commercial platforms. One of the most productive areas in the field of military AI is the development of software that can learn and think on its own and thereby give decisive insights. Lethal Autonomous Weapon Systems (LAWS), self-teaching military robots, self-driving combat vehicles are some of the examples of military artificial intelligence systems.
The report analyst commented “With the emerging need of advanced AI software technologies to perform military operations efficiently on their own, developers have advanced the concept of ‘Decision Making Software’. Now decision making software is capable of performing the whole task automatically from planning to execution of missions successfully without human intervention. Advanced software technologies and self-teaching systems have been introduced in the market place for enhanced situational awareness of troops it the battle space and for further mission planning and training operations.”
Leading companies featured in the report who are developing military artificial intelligence systems includes BAE Systems, General Dynamics, Harris Corporation, Leidos, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon Company, The Boeing Company, SparkCognition, and Thales
Related Market Research: Military Artificial Intelligence (AI) Market Report 2018-2028 Forecasts by Application (Warfare Platform, Cyber Security, Logistics & Transportation, Target Recognition, Battlefield Healthcare, Simulation & Training, Threat Monitoring & Situational Awareness, Information Processing, Planning & Allocation), by Platform (Land, Airborne, Naval, Space), by Offering (Hardware, Software, Services) and Analysis of Leading Companies Developing Decision Making Software, Machine Learning, Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS), Self-Teaching Military Robots, Self-Driving Combat Cars
September 2018 | 197 pages
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Tomorrow is Election Day so Get To The Polls and VOTE!
We need citizen soldiers to stand up and vote! America is at war against:
- Leftist ideology
- Mediocre socialized medicine
- Illegal immigration
- Undermining of the 2nd Amendment
- Human and drug trafficking
- Unfair trade partners
- A nuclear Korea and Iran
- Unemployment
- Poor education
- Regulatory barriers to enterprise
VOTE!
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Pulsar Trail LRFs are shipping and the Moment You’ve all Been Waiting for is Here!
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Thermal fans, the time has arrived, Pulsar Trail LRFs are shipping! Trail LRFs are available in four different models: XQ38 LRF (PL76516), XQ50 LRF (PL76517), XP38 LRF (PL76518) and XP50 LRF (PL76519). Trail LRFs boast all the same useful features the Trail family has, providing exceptional accuracy.
An integrated LRF means the target distance on the unit’s screen is visible up to 1,100 yards and it cannot be removed and put on other units. Trail LRFs are compatible with WiFi remote view via the Stream Vision app and feature built-in video recording with sound, eight-hour rechargeable battery and picture-in-picture digital zoom.
Whether you’re hunting varmints from inside close range or predators from afar, the integrated LRF will help you take the perfect shot.
About Pulsar
Every Pulsar device is designed, manufactured and tested to ensure demanding professionals receive the most reliable, most advanced thermal and digital night vision performance the industry has to offer. The result of Pulsar’s commitment to industry-leading excellence is consistent world-class quality, precision engineering, seamless device operation and cutting-edge proprietary software. Pulsar produces an array of advanced optical devices designed for law enforcement, security, home defense and hunting applications, including thermal imaging and digital night vision monoculars and riflescopes, night vision binoculars and goggles, rangefinders, IR flashlights and related accessories. To learn more about Pulsar, visit www.pulsarnv.com. For media requests related to Pulsar, please email mediarelations@pulsarnv.com or call 817-225-0310.
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U.S. Coast Guard to Acquire SIG AIR Pro Force P229 Airsoft Pistol for Training
Newington, N.H. (November 2, 2018) – SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to announce the United States Coast Guard will acquire the SIG AIR Pro Force P229 airsoft pistol to be used for training with their Cadets and Guardsmen. The SIG AIR Pro Force line of products from SIG SAUER includes high-end airsoft pistols designed to be an exact replica in look, weight, balance, and handling characteristics to their traditional firearm counterpart.
“The SIG AIR Pro Force P229 airsoft pistol is engineered and manufactured to meet the SIG standards for precision, quality, accuracy, and reliability,” began Joe Huston, Vice President and General Manager, SIG AIR. “The SIG AIR Pro Force P229 airsoft pistol gives the U.S. Coast Guard’s Cadets and Guardsmen the ability to practice gun handling, conduct target practice in various environments, and train in realistic force on force scenarios with a pistol that has the same look and feel of their issued P229 sidearm.”
The SIG AIR Pro Force P229 is a full-size, metal frame airsoft pistol with a one piece molded ergonomic polymer grip and night sights. The pistol uses a semi-automatic firing mode with a gas blowback to replicate traditional firearm shots with a functional slide lock, and has a muzzle velocity of 280-340 ft/second and a range of 50-80 feet. The SIG AIR Pro Force P229 comes equipped with a SIG rail and one 25-round magazine.
“It’s an honor to build SIG SAUER products for use with our nation’s defense professionals and know they meet the highest standards for both quality and performance,” said Ron Cohen, President and CEO of SIG SAUER, Inc. “The M17 pistol has been adopted by every service branch, our TANGO6 riflescopes are being integrated into the weapons systems of our special forces and the U.S. Army, and now we can add the U.S. Coast Guard’s SIG AIR Pro Force P229 airsoft pistol to the wide range of SIG SAUER products in use with the men and women serving our country.”
The U.S. Coast Guard’s acquisition of the SIG AIR Pro Force P229 airsoft pistols was made through a small business set-aside awarded to Tidewater Tactical in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
The SIG AIR Pro Force P229 airsoft pistol will be available commercially in 2019.
About SIG SAUER, Inc.
SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, and training. For over 100 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 – a world class, state-of-the-art, 140-acre training facility. SIG SAUER is headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, and has more than 1,700 employees across eight locations, and is the largest member of a worldwide business group that includes SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG in Germany. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.
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Mil Sistemika Teams With Hirtenberger Defence Technology to Produce a fully integrated version of Mil Sistemika battlefield management system (IHTA, BES and PES)
Mil Sistemika is proud to announce new partnership with Hirtenberger Defence Technology Limited, producer of state-of-the-art Arc-Fire artillery fire control system. HDT Arc-FireTM Integrated Fire Control System is a state-of-the-art fully digital fire control system that links commanders, fire support coordination centers, forward observers, fire direction centers (command posts), and weapons.
Together with Hirtenberger DTL we will be soon releasing a fully integrated version of Mil Sistemika battlefield management system (IHTA, BES and PES) seamlessly transferring common operational picture and fire mission data between BMS and Arc-Fire systems.
Battle Eye System is a state-of-the-art GIS based battlefield management system. Positioned on a C2 (command and control) level, BES enhances the soldier’s understanding of the surroundings by providing a clear digital picture of the battlefield.
Common operational picture (COP) include correlated blue force tracked friendly situation, neighboring unknown, friendly and neutral situation, correlated and uncorrelated enemy picture, along with tactical graphics, statuses of units, and support for 
fire control. All this is presented on a digital map with NATO standardized 2525B symbology.
Personal Eye System (Pro) is a personal tracking, navigation and data sharing application aimed at soldiers, police, security forces, emergency services and others that need topographic navigation, tracking, blue force tracking, and common operational picture sharing. PES PRO was designed by the active soldiers, as a substitute for a traditional GPS receiver, paper map and a mobile phone.
It is designed to operate on an Android platform and uses global positioning system, or other device sensors for acquiring own position. This position is then displayed on raster map. PES PRO uses raster maps, are which for topographic navigation. It does not offer turn by turn navigation per se, such as Garmin or other navigation devices that rely on a road network data. PES PRO can use online public maps (Yahoo, Google, Open Street Maps etc.), Online WMS maps (usually provided by internal GIS departments), offline maps stored on the device in TMS (tiled format), or offline cached maps stored while browsing online maps. Ability to use offline or cached offline maps comes very handy in areas with no 3G coverage or when cost of data transfer is a limiting factor.
The HDT Arc-FireTM system manages real-time data between forward observers, commanders and fire direction centers over combat net radios using serial, digital or IP communications. Data is sent by incorporated handheld radios via digital communications from the fire direction center to each weapon. All reporting is automated and the system provides a fully digital system that may be used without voice communications. The systems still retains the capability to enable communications by voice and manually enter data if desired by the operator. The systems use of digital radios including to weapons allows significantly faster deployment and setup and increases survivability by enabling greater dispersion of weapons.
Positioning data is provided at every node via an integrated internal GPS and provides locations for each node. An integrated laser range finder provides accurate target locations which are automatically sent to the forward observer computer and provides a high degree (>75%) first round accuracy. The system complies with STANAG formats and fire orders.
The system is fully modular and scalable which provides an excellent basis for future enhancement and upgrade as new technology enters service. The fully windows based software creates a future-proof system which is lightweight and easy to operate. Each computer may be started in any system mode (Forward Observer, Command Post, Commander, Weapon) and are not role specific.
The systems may be delivered as software only to be incorporated into existing or common hardware platforms (subject to minimum operating requirements) in order to reduce logistic burden for the end user.
About Mil Sistemika
MIL Sistemika is a software development and consulting company, producing military commercial off the shelve products. MIL Sistemika focuses on Command & Control software, covering all levels from the individual soldier to the top (planning) levels of military command structure. This include Sensor & Weapons integration, GIS navigation and mapping system, Communications suits, and integrated training tools. MIL software is designed on true mission requirements, and with years of feedback from the soldiers. More about Mil Sistemika: http://www.milsistemika.com
About Hirtenberger DTL
Hirtenberger Defence Technology (HDT) Limited is a worldwide active developer, manufacturer and provider of mortar and artillery fire control systems and related products. HDT Ltd uses the latest software and development tools to create future proof systems which are designed to enable effective employment of indirect fire assets. Our systems provide greater situational awareness, increased accuracy and decreases response time to mere seconds. More about Hirtenberger DTL: http://hdt.hirtenberger.com
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HOLOSUN’s NEW LS321 Multi-Laser and Illuminator
LS321 is a multi-laser device that integrates green laser, IR laser and IR illuminator. It has a mode selector to choose the different functions. The operator uses W&E adjuster to adjust the 3 laser beams at the same time. The IR illuminator-focusing knob is located at the rear of the unit for ease of adjustment for operator. M.S.R.P. $941.16
Features
• Coaxial visible laser, IR laser, IR illuminator
• Rear side focusing knob
• QD mount integrated
• CNC machined housing
• Remote cable switch included
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ArachniGRIP® Offers Gunfighter Series Adhesive Grip Sets
(Parker, CO) – ArachniGRIP®, creator and manufacturer of the innovative Slide Spider® adhesive slide grip, is proud to offer the Gunfighter Series Adhesive Grip Sets for full frame Glock pistols.
The original Slide Spider, by ArachniGRIP, is a patented one piece adhesive grip wrap applied to semi auto pistol slides. The grip is designed to enhance safety and control in the operation of the hand gun. In addition to our Slide Spider® grip, the Gunfighter Series provides additional gripping surfaces that fit the forward areas of the slide, the frame flats forward of the ejection port, and the space under the trigger guard.
The additional gripping areas afford better safety and control by increasing the ability to charge the pistol, aid in disassembly, clear malfunctions, implement forward press checks and add grip hold reference points to increase accurate follow up shots. Another benefit of the Gunfighter Series is the ability to charge the firearm with a red dot sight by using the forward gripping area provided by the product.
Robert Biedenbach of ArachniGRIP explains the idea behind this new series: “The Gunfighter Series grip set was developed with feedback from tactical trainers, self-defense advocates, everyday carry folks and our faithful customers. We are proud to offer the advantage of added firearm safety and control to our customers with the Gunfighter Series.”
The Slide Spider grip products enable the shooter to gain increased control through a safe and secure hold. The products offer additional tactical advantages under challenging operating conditions, including extreme moisture and temperature. In addition, these products aid shooters with weak or weakened hand strength and those with medical conditions such as arthritis.
See more information on the Gunfighter Series here. MSRP is $29.95.
For more information about ArachniGRIP products, visit www.arachnigrip.com.
About ArachniGRIP®:
ArachniGRIP® was founded by two lifelong firearms enthusiasts. We are located in Parker, Colorado, at the base of the Rocky Mountains. Our company believes that all shooters should have the advantages of proper equipment and training. Our products and instructional videos are designed to aid shooters in the safe, practical use and control of their firearms.
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MT2 Firing Range Services Receives Final Approval to do business on the General Services Administration, GSA Advantage.
Arvada, CO, Oct 31, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) –
In awarding the contract, the federal government recognizes Metals Treatment Technologies, LLC (MT2) as a preferred vendor to state, local and federal government buyers. GSA Advantage! ® is the online shopping and ordering system that provides access to thousands of contractors and millions of supplies (products) and services. Anyone may browse on GSA Advantage! ® to view and compare the variety of products and services offered.
When GSA Schedules are used, simplified ordering procedures and reduced prices are attained. In addition to the streamlined ordering procedures, Schedules offer key features, including Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs), Contractor Team Arrangements (CTAs), and the ability to easily connect with small businesses.
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The Book of Esther
It’s Friday and the weekend is nearly upon us, and what a week it has been. I can certainly understand that you may want to spend some time with a therapist. But, remember that you’re paying for someone that studied psychology so they could understand themselves. Our shoot the shit is informative, free of charge, you don’t need to know anything about the subject being discussed, use uncensored profanity, insult anyone you wish or change the subject. As far as we are concerned you are not in denial or repressing!
I want to turn you on to what I think is an excellent news source, OAN (One America News). The network is probably the only purveyor of news. If you want to be informed you’ll want to tune in OAN. I was catching up on world events this morning listing to Adonis Albright. Adonis seems like a down to earth nice fellow but Adonis? I’ll bet you he took some flack on that. Those not familiar with Greek Mythology, Adonis was a human male tapping the goddess Aphrodite. Calling someone Adonis, suggests extreme male beauty and youth. So, I suspect Mr. Albright had to get tough or die along the way. He’s a good guy that did a great job with the morning news.
Oh, did you hear the latest that Millennials are out in full force running for public office. I can just see Congress and the various State Legislatures populated by a bunch of people that can’t solve a single variable algebra equation texting each other. For real.
What our Border Patrol would be doing if the President had not ordered the military to the Southern Border.
I’m a firm believer in training. When implemented correctly, training develops skill sets and teaches you how to think through a scenario and the application of learned skill sets. If any of those components are missing the trainee will be deficient. Trainers that teach you how to solve a particular problem are doing you a disservice.
The video below is an excellent example of outstanding training. The only thing I saw missing was a Senator Corey Booker alleged restroom scenario!
On a more serious note, last week we saw a heinous crime committed, in the City of Pittsburg, against Jewish worshipers on the Sabbath. The hatred needed to carry out an act that left 11 dead, all seniors, and 6 wounded is incomprehensible, but equally incomprehensible is the left wing of the Democratic Party hijacking the event, EVEN BEFORE THESE INNOCENTS WERE LAID TO REST, to suggest to voters that Donald Trump is responsible for stoking anti-Semitic sentiment. These individuals including members of the main stream media are opportunists and morons. Donald Trump has family members that are themselves Jewish. Antisemitism did not start with Trump it’s centuries old, just read the Book of Esther in the Hebrew Bible. I’ll give you the executive summary
Esther, a Jewish woman and the recent wife of the Persian King Ahasuerus (a.k.a. Xerxes), is credited for saving the Persian Jewish population. They were being exterminated by Haman, a vizier in the Persian Empire. Haman’s hatred for the Jews stems from Mordecal’s, a Jewish advisor to King Ahasuerus, refusal to kneel before him. This event dates back to 450 B.C. give or take a few years, and Anti-Semitism has been there for centuries.
Esther’s story is compelling and George Frideric Handel wrote an oratorio around the Hebrew Book of Esther in 1713; In that oratorio Handel captures Haman’s hatred for the Jews in the following aria.
Haman speaking:
I’ll hear no more; it is decreed,
All the Jewish race shall bleed.
Hear and obey, what Haman’s voice commands.
Hath not the lord of all the east
Giv’n all his power into my hands?
Hear ye, all ye nations far and wide,
Which own our monarch’s sway,
Hear and obey.
(This was a passage written for Antonio Montagnana an Italian Bass)
There’s been a bit of misinformation floated about this aria for Montagnana, suggesting that it was God speaking those words which is not the case. They are the words of Haman the evil.
You can read Handel’s Esther libretto here.
Readers you may not like Donald Trump’s hair or demeanor but the man is not a racist or anti-Semite.
November 6 is a mere 4 days away, get out and vote, the country needs you and your support. See you at the polls! If you are a business owner, give your employees time off to vote!
Have a great weekend. Be safe and spend some time with your buds and family.
HOGUE INC ANNOUNCES A HANDALL® BEAVERTAIL™ GRIP SLEEVE TO FIT THE COMPACT SIG SAUER P320
Henderson, NV – Hogue Incorporated is proud to announce the latest addition in their line of HandALL® Beavertail™ Grip Sleeves with a model precisely designed to fit compact sized SIG SAUER P320s. “Our customers have been rather vocal about a compact model since the release of our popular full sized P320 grip sleeve,” said grip designer Matt Hogue. “The compact model P320 is ideal for home security, concealed carry and target shooting. The precision features of our new grip sleeve compliment the enhanced design of this firearm by producing a perfect combination of accuracy and confidence throughout the shooting experience.”
The Beavertail Grip Sleeve is installed by slipping it over the P320’s polymer frame until it seats perfectly into position. The sleeve is precision manufactured to provide a secure and comfortable fit. Once installed, the HandALL sleeve’s finger grooves offer instinctive handling and control of the firearm. The grooves lead into a gentle palm swell that has been carefully designed to fit naturally in the hand. The beavertail built into the grip sleeve rises high along the backstrap of the frame. This provides hand comfort higher on the grip. In addition, the beavertail also cushions the hand during recoil by providing better distribution of recoil forces. The built-in features of the grip sleeve provide comfort and confidence which in turn promote accuracy.
The HandALL is built from a long-lasting durable thermoplastic elastomer compound. This rubber ages very gracefully and keeps a firm, tacky feel throughout the life of the grip. It will not harden, split or crack with age or usage. The surface is covered with Hogue’s familiar Cobblestone™ texture, a series of small circular bumps that provide an efficient non-slip, non-irritating grip on the rubber. This model of HandALL Beavertail Grip Sleeve has an MSRP of $10.95 for black, and $12.95 for OD green, flat dark earth, aqua, pink and purple.
Hogue Grip Sleeves are manufactured in their family-owned and operated facilities under the direct supervision of the Hogue family. Hogue, Inc. supports local dealers and encourages customers to purchase Hogue products locally. For more information please call Hogue directly at 1-800-438-4747 or visit www.hogueinc.com to find a Hogue dealer near you.
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Morphix Technologies® to Exhibit at CBRNe Convergence 2018
Morphix Technologies® will be displaying its TraceX® Explosive Detection Kit and Chameleon® Chemical Detection Armband at Booth #203 in Orlando, Florida, Nov. 6 – 8, 2018.
Virginia Beach, Va. (October 2018) – Morphix Technologies®, an innovator in the science of detection devices for dangerous chemicals, will be exhibiting at the CBRNe Convergence 2018, to be held at the Rosen Plaza Hotel in Orlando, Florida, Nov. 6 – 8, 2018. Morphix Technologies will be exhibiting its TraceX® Explosive Detection Kit and its Chameleon® Chemical Detection Armband at Booth #203.
“We are excited to meet the great caliber of CBRNe experts traveling from over 30 countries and discuss current attacks, exercises and research to improve the CBRN defense capabilities with them at the CBRNe Convergence. We are looking forward to exhibiting what the TraceX and Chameleon detection devices can do for these esteemed professionals,” commented Kimberly Pricenski, vice president of sales and marketing for Morphix Technologies.
The TraceX Explosive Detection Kit is an affordable and easy-to-use product that aids in the detection of major explosive material threats and their precursors in a single test without exposing the kit to contamination or the user to dangerous chemicals. It was developed by Morphix Technologies under contract from the U.S. Department of Defense and meets their demanding requirements. It is small enough to fit in a cargo pocket, lightweight and rugged. Each kit comes in its own disposable protective plastic case, so the handler will be ready to use it when needed and is shelf stable for 24 months. With a single swab, the TraceX Explosive Detection Kit detects all the major families of explosive materials and their precursors.
The Chameleon Chemical Detection Armband is an easy-to-use, inexpensive, wearable, reusable armband that can hold up to 10 cassettes, each of which detects a particular toxic chemical and changes color upon detection. One color indicates the absence of toxic gas. When two colors appear in the window, the user knows it is time to take action. Designed for use in the arctic, tropical and desert conditions, the Chameleon Chemical Detection Armband can even be immersed in water. Morphix Technologies has prioritized its product development based on the advice of the U.S. military and law enforcement agencies, so the Chameleon Chemical Detection Armband cassettes are available for many of the high-risk Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs) identified by the U.S. government. It has also been approved by the U.S. SAFETY Act of the Department of Homeland Security as an anti-terrorist technology.
Growing closer, staying distinct, merging civilian and military response to CBRN, IED and all hazard threats is the constant theme of CBRNe Convergence. The event is planned by Gwyn Winfield, editor of CBRNe World magazine, who brings together expert speakers from around the globe, chosen for their insight and challenge, providing attendees with shortcuts to best practices. Streamed sessions allow attendees to choose presentations that best fit the needs of their organizations and foster an understanding of how they can bring together civil and military forces in such fields as CBRN, EOD and Hazmat to better prepare for current and future challenges.
If you’d like to receive more information on the Chameleon or TraceX, please contact Morphix Technologies toll-free in the US at 800-808-2234 or +1- 757-431-2260 internationally. You can also email sales@morphtec.com.
Visit the website at www.morphtec.com
TraceX Explosive Detection Kit
Chameleon Chemical Detection Armband
About Morphix Technologies®:
Morphix Technologies®, located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company creating and manufacturing products that detect invisible dangers in order to save lives. Morphix Technologies® has taken innovation to the next level with high-quality, easy-to-use, cost effective and simple colorimetric sensor technology for military, law enforcement, first responders, emergency, homeland security and industrial personnel.http://www.morphtec.com/
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CRIMSON TRACE INVITES YOU TO COME AND MEET THEIR REPRESENTATIVES AT THEIR SHOOT STRAIGHT SALES EVENT
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Proforce Equipment, Inc. Signs Laura Burgess Marketing (LBM) to Grow Tasmanian Tiger® Brand in US Market
As the exclusive US distributor for the global brand of high quality, professional tactical nylon products, Proforce Equipment will utilize LBM’s press and media relations services to introduce the American audience to an American-focused line of Tasmanian Tiger® gear.
Miramar, Fla. (October 2018) – Proforce Equipment, Inc., the exclusive distributor of several brands in North and South America, and the newly announced Tasmanian Tiger®tactical nylon line of products for the US market, has signed Laura Burgess Marketing (LBM) as their Public Relations firm.
LBM will be responsible for informing the American commercial, law enforcement and military markets of the Tasmanian Tiger products designed exclusively for an American audience through press releases, media outreach and writer relations. LBM will also develop the Tasmanian Tiger social media sites and branded newsletter in conjunction with the team at Proforce Equipment, Inc.
The Tasmanian Tiger brand of high quality, professional tactical nylon products for the military, special forces, SWAT and law enforcement, was established in 1999 and to date has been sold extensively within the European and Asian Markets. Tasmanian Tiger is a division of TATONKA GmbH.
“We will be officially introducing Tasmanian Tiger to the US Market during the 2019 SHOT Show,” said Richard Lewis, President & CEO of Proforce Equipment, Inc. “The brand has enjoyed a long, successful history around the world and we are excited to be bringing it to our American customers, specifically designed and manufactured in Tatonka facilities to meet the American requirements.”
“Tasmanian Tiger products have been extensively tested and used in practical and extreme combat situations around the globe, thus bringing to our US customers a deep knowledge of design and execution of nylon gear,” Laura Burgess, president of LBM, added. “We are thrilled to be part of the team to bring this new line to the US and help grow the brand.”
Tasmanian Tiger will have its official launch at the 2019 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 22 – 25, 2019 at Booth #20663 on Level 2. The new website www.tasmaniantigerusa.com and social platforms will also launch during January. All sales inquiries can be directed to tt@tasmaniantigerusa.com and all media inquiries can be directed to laura@lauraburgess.com.
About Proforce Equipment, Inc.:
Proforce Equipment, Inc., based in Miramar, Florida, is the exclusive US distributor for Snugpak®, NDūR®, Camcon®, Wildo ® and most recently, Tasmanian Tiger®, a division of TATONKA GmbH. Proforce Equipment distributes quality products to the Military, Tactical, Law Enforcement, Sportsman and Outdoor markets through its network of Dealers and Distributors.
About Tasmanian Tiger®:
Tasmanian Tiger®, a division of TATONKA GmbH, is an international brand founded in 1999, to provide user-design driven nylon products to elite warfighters and law enforcement in Europe and Asia. From prototype to production, all products are manufactured in the company’s own facilities, thus ensuring a consistently high level of quality throughout the production processes. All products are quality checked prior to leaving the facility and checked regularly by independent international test centers. Tasmanian Tiger® brand of nylon gear will be available in the US beginning in 2019.
About Laura Burgess Marketing:
Laura Burgess Marketing provides public relations and marketing communications to companies within the law enforcement, tactical, military, shooting sports and outdoor markets. Laura Burgess, an industry veteran, and staff have over 40 years of combined experience in PR, marketing, social media and content development. Laura Burgess Marketing’s current client list includes: Adaptive Tactical, Ammunition Depot, Big Horn Armory, Cimarron Firearms Company, Copper Basin, DNA Labs International, DoubleStar Corp., Go West Trading/American Reserve Munitions, Lyman Products, MasterPiece Arms Inc., Morphix Technologies, National Association of Police Equipment Distributors, National Tactical Officers Association, Parabon NanoLabs, Shell Shock Technologies and Trailblazer Firearms. Laura Burgess Marketing is headquartered in New Bern, North Carolina, with a satellite office in Maryland. www.lauraburgess.com
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Crimson Trace Extends BOGO Light Offer
(Wilsonville, OR)— Crimson Trace® today announced that it has extended its Buy One/Get One offer for its popular Crimson Tactical Light. Under this program, customers who purchase any new Crimson Trace laser sight between September 1, 2018 and November 26, 2018 will be eligible to receive a free Rail Master® CMR-208 tactical light. This program is a great value — with a Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price of $99.99 for the tactical light—and is available to shoppers and firearms owners across America.
Buyers who purchase a laser sight from a dealer, online, or through the Crimson Trace online store at www.crimsontrace.com, can take advantage of this offer. Additional details about this offer, and the 350-plus laser sights and lights manufactured by Crimson Trace, can also be found on the website.
The Crimson Trace CMR-208 compact tactical light features Instant Activation™ — the popular Tap-On, Tap-Off operation — and provides High, Low, Strobe, and Momentary modes. The user can easily select the desired operation mode. This light utilizes a high output Cree XPL LED white light that provides 420 (high mode) or 110 (low mode) lumens. The CMR-208 tactical light is constructed with an anodized aluminum housing that is waterproof and impact resistant up to 1 meter. This tactical light will fit most pistols, rifles and shotguns with M1913 Picatinny or similar accessory rails measuring at least 1 inch from the recoil lug to the trigger guard.
Each Crimson Trace CMR-208 tactical light is packaged with all batteries required for operation, mounting hardware, and an owner’s manual. To receive the free Crimson Tactical Light described in this offer, purchasers simply complete and submit to Crimson Trace the proof of purchase form found at www.crimsontrace.com along with the receipt and the UPC bar code from the packaging. Once Crimson Trace verifies that purchasing conditions have been met, the company will ship the complimentary Crimson Trace Rail Master CMR-208 light directly to the purchaser. This offer excludes any Crimson Trace laser sight product which has been pre-installed on a firearm by a manufacturer.
Additional details on the terms and conditions of this BOGO promotion are available at Crimson Trace dealers across America and on the company’s website at www.crimsontrace.com.
Crimson Trace leads the laser sight accessory category by providing laser sights, lights, riflescopes and electro-optics sights through 2,500+ dealers across America. Those dealers include gun stores, ranges, big box outlets and numerous on-line retailers. Crimson Trace products can be easily installed without requiring modification of the firearm —or special gunsmith skills. For more information on Crimson Trace products and dealer locations, and to obtain a free copy of the company’s catalog, visit www.crimsontrace.com or call 800-442-2406.
About Crimson Trace Corporation
Based in Oregon, Crimson Trace Corporation offers laser sights, tactical lights, red dot sights, and riflescopes focused on the tactical, long range, hunting, and self-defense customer. The company’s riflescopes and red dot sights are engineered to meet the needs of professional users and recreational firearms and outdoor enthusiasts and incorporate numerous performance features including proprietary illuminated reticle designs. The company’s industry leading laser sight innovations include: Lasergrips® laser sights, Laserguard® laser sights, LiNQ® wireless operated laser and light systems, and Lightguard® lights for firearms, each with Instinctive Activation™ firearm laser activation technology. Additional product lines include tactical lights and Defender Series™ and Rail Master® firearms accessories. Full details are available at www.crimsontrace.com or by calling 800-442-2406.
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Magnum Research Introduces New 429 DE Pistol Cartridge
(Pillager, MN) – Magnum Research, Inc, maker of the world renowned Desert Eagle pistol and leader in innovative firearms design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the launch of the new 429 DE pistol cartridge.
Magnum Research has developed a new, fast, powerful .44 caliber pistol cartridge. The 429 DE (Desert Eagle) was designed to enhance the famous and powerful Desert Eagle platform. This cartridge has a 25% velocity increase and 45% energy increase over a 44 Mag (240 — 6″ barrel). It has a velocity of 1600 FPS with 240 grain bullets and 1750 FPS with 210 grain bullets.
The 429 DE features 30 degree shoulder headspaces and a neck long enough to properly hold and crimp a 240 grain bullet without set back under recoil. Based on the famous 50 AE cartridge, the 429 DE is made with Starline brass, and loaded by HSM in Montana with Sierra bullets.
“This new cartridge was engineered and designed specifically for the Desert Eagle Pistol, keeping in mind that the DEP is known world wide for its awesome firepower and performance. The 429 DE propels that history into the future,” says Jim Tertin, Design and R&D for Magnum Research.
The 429 DE rounds are available in boxes of twenty and distributed by Magnum Research, Inc. Available options include: 240 grain soft point (DEP429DE240JSP) MSRP of $42, and 210 grain hollow point (DEP429DE210JHP) MSRP of $42.
To accompany the 429 DE cartridge, Magnum Research will soon be releasing a lineup of 429 DE 6-inch barrels in a variety of finishes. The 429 DE barrels will be compatible with any MK19 USA or Israel Desert Eagle Pistol with a wide .830” rail on top of the barrel and uses a 50AE magazine and bolt. More information on these barrels will be announced soon.
Note: The 429 DE is similar to, but NOT INTERCHANGABLE with, the obsolete 440 COR BON, but properly engineered with a sharp 30-degree shoulder, consistent headspace and reliable function and velocity.
For more information about Kahr Firearms Group products visit www.kahr.com, www.magnumresearch.com, www.auto-ordnance.com or www.customdeserteagle.com.
About Kahr Firearms Group:
Kahr Firearms Group, formed in 2012, includes Kahr Arms, Auto-Ordnance and Magnum Research. KFG Headquarters reside in Greeley, Pennsylvania. Kahr Arms produces small concealable handguns in .380, 9mm, .40 and .45ACP. Auto-Ordnance is the maker of the famous “Tommy Gun”, M1 Carbine and WW2 GI Model 1911. Magnum Research Inc., designer and producer of the world renowned Desert Eagle Pistol, Baby Eagle, MLR .22LR and .22Mag Rifles and BFR Revolvers. All three companies are proudly located in the USA.
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STREAMLIGHT INTRODUCES ULTRA-COMPACT BANDIT PRO
USB Headlamp Features Extended Run Time of Up to 21 Hours
EAGLEVILLE, PA, October 30, 2018 – Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting, introduced the new extended run time Bandit® Pro, the ideal lightweight, hands-free work light for professional and consumer uses alike. Featuring the convenience of USB rechargeability, the new headlamp delivers an extraordinary 4.5 hours of run time on its highest setting, and also signals to warn that the battery is low.
“The Bandit Pro’s long run time and USB port for charging on the go are perfect for not only industrial and automotive technicians, but also for first responders as well as DIY and outdoor users,” said Streamlight Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Michael F. Dineen. “Whether making equipment repairs, peering under a car or truck hood, or doing home repairs, the Bandit Pro delivers on both brightness and run time. The light even blinks to alert users when there are five minutes or less of run time.”
Providing a steady, even beam at all times, the new headlamp offers a powerful 180 lumens and 4.5 hours of run time on High, and 35 lumens and up to 21 hours of run time on the Low setting. A large top button allows for easy actuation and switching between the High, Low and Flash modes.
The Bandit Pro uses a 950 mAh Lithium Polymer battery, sealed within the unit for service-free operation. It is rechargeable via a micro USB charging port. Red and green LED lights indicate battery charging status; charge time is approximately 3.5 hours depending on the USB charging source.
Featuring a Polycarbonate body and lens, the Bandit Pro weighs just 1.6 ounces with the attached headband (1.7 ounces with the hat clip adaptor) and measures 2.7 inches in length. The light is IPX4 rated for weather resistance and is impact resistance-tested to two meters.
The new light includes a handy snap-in hat clip adaptor to attach it to the brim of a baseball cap, or to adjust it further downward when using the headband. It is available in Safety Yellow and Black.
The Bandit Pro also comes in an Industrial model that includes a rubber strap as well as 3M® Dual Lock® re-closable fasteners for use on hard hats. The regular model has an MSRP of $39.00, while the Industrial model has an MSRP of $44.00.
3M® and Dual Lock® are registered trademarks of the 3M Company.
About Streamlight
Based in Eagleville, PA, Streamlight, Inc. has 45 years of experience making tough, durable, long-lasting flashlights designed to serve the specialized needs of professionals and consumers alike. Since 1973, the company has designed, manufactured and marketed high-performance flashlights, and today offers a broad array of lights, lanterns, weapon light/laser sighting devices, and scene lighting solutions for professional law enforcement, military, firefighting, industrial, automotive, and outdoor applications. Streamlight is an ISO 9001:2008 certified company. For additional information, please call 800-523-7488, visit streamlight.com or connect with us on facebook.com/streamlight;twitter.com/Streamlight; instagram.com/streamlightinc; and youtube.com/streamlighttv.
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SIG SAUER Academy Adds Movement Skills for the Competitive Shooter to November Course Schedule
Newington, N.H. (October 29, 2018) – SIG SAUER Academy, the leading provider of the highest quality firearms instruction and tactical training in the world, is pleased to announce the addition of Movement Skills for the Competitive Shooter, taught by Mason Lane, to the November course schedule. If you are interested in competitive shooting, or a competitive shooter looking to improve your overall match placements by moving more efficiently, this class is for you.
Course instructor Mason Lane is a nationally ranked competitive shooter in USPSA and IDPA. Recently, at the USPSA Nationals held in Frostproof, Florida, Lane placed 6th amongst 250 competitors in the Production Division.
Students enrolled in Movement Skills for the Competitive Shooter will learn the principles of leaning mechanics, footwork, position entry and exit, and personal match management. Lane’s class is scheduled for Sunday, November 18, 2018 at the SIG SAUER Academy in Epping, New Hampshire.
To register and review the course outline for Movement Skills for the Competitive Shooter, or learn more about the SIG SAUER Academy and its comprehensive course offering visit sigsaueracademy.com.
About SIG SAUER, Inc.
SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, and training. For over 100 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 – a world class, state-of-the-art, 140-acre training facility. SIG SAUER is headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, and has more than 1,700 employees across eight locations, and is the largest member of a worldwide business group that includes SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG in Germany. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.
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Kahr Firearms Group Sponsors NRA Tactical Police Competitions Nov 2-3
(Greeley, PA) – Kahr Firearms Group, a leader in innovative firearms design and manufacturing, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the NRA Tactical Police Competitions on November 2-3 in Fairfax, VA.
The Tactical Police Competition (TPC) is a program designed to challenge officers through courses of competition that focus on skills with duty firearms and gear. The TPC is only open to law enforcement and military and utilizes only patrol duty firearms and equipment. The program gives officers an opportunity to practice and sharpen skills in handling and deploying their duty firearm, as well as solving hypothetical challenges through scenario-based training courses.
TPC matches include 4 to 7 courses which utilize a pistol, rifle or shotgun, or a combination. The courses challenge officers to sharpen and evaluate their skills with their duty weapon as well as their ability to make tactical decisions and assess threats and environment. TPC matches are live-fire training competitions and give valuable opportunities and experience to participants. The TPC program holds matches around the country. For more information and to see a schedule of events, visit NRA.org.
For more information about Kahr Firearms Group products, visit www.kahr.com, www.magnumresearch.com, www.auto-ordnance.com or www.customdeserteagle.com. For press inquires contact Monica Arnold at pr@blueaugust.com.
Join the discussion on Facebook: Facebook.com/KahrArms, Facebook.com/MagnumResearchInc
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About Kahr Firearms Group:
Kahr Firearms Group, formed in 2012, includes Kahr Arms, Auto-Ordnance and Magnum Research. KFG Headquarters reside in Greeley, Pennsylvania. Kahr Arms produces small concealable handguns in .380, 9mm, .40 and .45ACP. Auto-Ordnance is the maker of the famous “Tommy Gun”, M1 Carbine and WW2 GI Model 1911. Magnum Research Inc., designer and producer of the world renowned Desert Eagle Pistol, Baby Eagle, MLR .22LR and .22Mag Rifles and BFR Revolvers. All three companies are proudly located in the USA.
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Introducing Galco’s WalkAbout 2.0!
Part of Galco’s Concealed Carry Lite™ line of holsters, the WalkAbout™ 2.0offers all the benefits of the Tuck-N-Go™ 2.0 – with the addition of an attached spare magazine carrier! It’s an exceptional combination of high performance, comfort and affordability.
The WalkAbout 2.0’s open top allows a very fast draw, while the reinforced mouth allows a smooth and easy return of the gun to the holster. The WalkAbout 2.0’s belt clips are adjustable for cant, making it suitable for the strongside, crossdraw, or appendix carry positions.
The ambidextrous WalkAbout 2.0 is supplied with two types of interchangeable tuckable clips. The first is the UniClip™, designed to go over the belt, but which also works well without a belt. The second is the Ultimate Stealth™ clip with hook, which fits on the trouser waistband, under or behind a belt with just the clip showing, for the ultimate in stealthy concealment!
Made for semiautomatic pistols, the WalkAbout 2.0 is available in black and priced at a very affordable $43!
About Galco International, LTD:
Galco International, LTD is the manufacturer of the Galco Gunleather brand, the premier American-made line of superb-quality holsters, belts and accessories. Encompassing law enforcement, military, defensive and sporting use, the Galco Gunleather brand utilizes leather, 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.
FREE CMR-208 RAIL MASTER
Through November 26, 2018, purchase any Crimson Trace Laser Sight and receive a FREE CMR-208 Rail Master® Universal Tactical Light. The CMR-208 is a powerful 420 Lumen (peak) rail-mounted tactical light designed for maximum power and durability
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DJI Replaces AirMap with PrecisionHawk to Improve Geofencing Technology.
DJI has chosen PrecisionHawk as their new data provider, replacing DJI’s previous geospatial data provider AirMap. PrecisionHawk’s LATAS platform will provide the highly accurate details DJI needs, such as the exact locations of airport runways and facility boundaries, to support the enhanced shapes in GEO 2.0.
After years of development and testing, we are excited to leverage our LATAS platform to support DJI’s customers in conducting safe drone operations across North America.
—Diana Cooper, Senior Vice President of Policy and Strategy, PrecisionHawk
LATAS, which was tested under the FAA Pathfinder Program to facilitate safe beyond visual line of sight operations, brings a combined set of geospatial and software tools to the market. In addition to providing improved geospatial data, the LATAS platform features specialized display elements, including telemetry and access to the Harris real-time manned aircraft feed. Using these elements pilots can easily observe the relative altitude and horizontal separation of intruding aircraft and other mission-critical measures.
DJI also stated that a shared mindset of safety and innovation led DJI to choose PrecisionHawk as their new data provider.
DJI is pleased to partner with companies that support our vision of safe skies that are open to innovation…PrecisionHawk shares DJI’s commitment to ensuring that safety technology enhances the ability of recreational and commercial drone pilots to fly.
For detailed information click here
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Sumter, South Carolina Police Department Transitions to Complete SIG SAUER Platform with P320 and P365 Pistols
Newington, N.H. (October 25, 2018) – SIG SAUER, Inc. is proud to announce the Sumter Police Department in Sumter, South Carolina has adopted both the SIG SAUER P320, and the P365 pistols, chambered in 9mm, as their official duty pistols.
The Sumter Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency comprised of seven divisions with 120 sworn officers protecting over 40,000 citizens.
“The decision for us to transition from our GLOCK pistols to a complete SIG SAUER system was based on quality, performance, and safety. In testing we put the P320 and the P365 through the paces and, quite impressively, they both performed beyond expectations throughout our rugged testing requirements,” said Captain Michael Evans, Support Services, Sumter Police Department.
“Additionally, the modularity of the P320 allows our officers to choose a grip based on comfort without the addition of bulky backstraps, and we are really seeing the benefits of this feature in higher qualifying scores,” said Evans. “As for our detectives, the P365 is the perfect pistol because of the small size and high-capacity which makes it easy to conceal without sacrificing rounds. The P365 will also be placed into service as our agency issued backup firearm to replace the current GLOCK 43.”
The SIG SAUER P320 is a modular, striker-fired pistol available in full-size, carry, compact, and subcompact sizing. The serialized trigger group makes the P320 adaptable to multiple caliber, size, and grip options. The P320 is available in 9mm, .357SIG, 40S&W, and .45ACP, with a choice of contrast, or SIGLITE Night Sights. The intuitive 3-point takedown requires no trigger pull for disassembly, and safety features include a striker safety, disconnect safety, and optional manual safety.
The SIG SAUER P365 is an everyday, concealed carry pistol. This high capacity micro-compact pistol is smaller and lighter than other pistols in its class. It features a high-capacity, patented modified double-stack magazine for a 10+1 full-size capacity, with 12-round factory made magazines available for 13-round capacity.
“The Sumter Police Department is our first agency to simultaneously adopt both the P320 and the P365 pistols as their official duty firearms and we could not be more excited about it,” added Tom Jankiewicz, Executive Vice President, law Enforcement Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc. “The P320 features unprecedented modularity and safety, and the P365 truly offers the ultimate in concealment combined with a full-size carry capacity. The features of both of these pistols is very desirable to law enforcement agencies, and we could not be more pleased to have them recognized by the men and women of the Sumter Police Department in their choice to transition to SIG SAUER.”
The Sumter Police Department will replace their current issue GLOCK pistols with the SIG SAUER P320 and P365 pistols. Local distributor Lawmen’s Distribution LLC in Columbia, South Carolina will provide product locally.
About SIG SAUER, Inc.
SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, and training. For over 100 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 – a world class, state-of-the-art, 140-acre training facility. SIG SAUER is headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, and has more than 1,700 employees across eight locations, and is the largest member of a worldwide business group that includes SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG in Germany. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.
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H_RD Slides are Now Shipping!
Hudson Mfg is pleased to announce that the H_RD Slides for our Pre-Order Customers are now shipping.
The H_RD slide is a variant of the H9 slide engineered to allow for the optimized mounting of red dot optics. The patent pending H_RD slide mounting plate system allows a single slide to use multiple optics. Initially, Hudson Mfg is offering a choice from three machined, steel mounting plates for:
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Trijicon RMR
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Shield RMS
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Leupold DeltaPoint Pro
Every H_RD slide will ship with an anodized aluminum block-off plate for use when an optic is not mounted. The H_RD features a suppressor height front sight to use with the integrated back-up rear sight on the RMS, the optional rear sight on the DeltaPoint Pro, or the integrated suppressor height rear sight on the RMR mounting plate.
The hardened steel mounting plates fit over a robust pivot surface and rotate securely into cuts in the slide. The result is a robust system that prevents forward and rearward motion of the plate and provides the assurance that the H_RD plates will keep your optic in place while shooting. The H_RD slide is engineered to allow for the lowest possible mounting surface without sacrificing weight, reliability, or compromising critical features.
If you find yourself running more than one variant of these fine red-dot optics, additional mounting plates are available separately on our E-Store.
Thank you for your Pre-Orders & Congratulations to our Drawing Winners!
Customers who took advantage of our H_RD pre-sale enjoyed a 9% discount on the H_RD leading up to shipment of the first production. We thank you for being early adopters of Hudson Products. Early pre-sale customers were entered for a chance to win their choice of popular red dot optics currently supported on the H_RD. Congratulations to our winners!
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Duston Saunders – DPP
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Julio Henriques – RMR
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Merrick Tsai – RMR
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Travis Gibson Brings Home the Bacon at Surefire World Multi-Gun Championship
Travis Gibson, of Caldwell, Idaho, on the move at the recent Surefire World Multi-Gun Championship at the Pro Gun Club of Boulder City, Nevada.
Competitive shooter and industry insider shares insights on the gear supporting his success
Competitive shooting veteran Travis Gibson wrapped up his 2018 schedule at the Surefire World Multi-gun Championship match earlier this month, narrowly missing a repeat of his 2017 title with a second-place overall finish in the 2X4 Open Division.
Gibson won the Open Division and was the overall match winner in 2017.
The match was held at the Pro Gun Club of Boulder City, Nevada, Oct. 5-7. Approximately 160 competitors—22 in the demanding 2X4 Open Division—participated over two-and-a-half days, shooting 15 stages, including two night stages.
Gibson, of Caldwell, Idaho, finished first on stage one, a rifle, shotgun and pistol-caliber carbine (PCC) stage, and crushed the long-range stage, finishing in first place there, engaging rifle targets from 120 to 360 yards. He also had top-three finishes on eight other stages.
The exciting 2X4 Open Division features fast-paced, dynamic shooting. Shooters use rifle, pistol, shotgun or PCC, and must use at least two guns per stage.
Gibson helped design the Caracal USA Versus rifle with a Proof Research carbon-fiber barrel he uses in competition. Gibson’s rifle is equipped with a Vortex Optics 1-6 scope with an MGM Switchview throw lever, an offset Vortex Optics red dot and a Surefire muzzle break. For ammo, he usesHornady 62-grain TAP for close-range targets and Hornady 75-grain Steel Cased for long-range targets. He carries an EMG Customs pistol chambered in 9mm with a Vortex red dot, which he loads with Hornady 135-grain +P ammo. His shotgun is an X Rail by RCI topped with a Vortex red dot.
Gibson has been wearing Howard Leight by Honeywell hearing protection since he began shooting competitively more than a decade ago, even preceding his formal sponsorship by the brand. He wore the new Howard Leight Impact Sport Bolt electronic earmuff with digital compression circuitry at the Surefire match.
Gibson says the demands of high-speed, multi-gun events favor a fast, low-profile muff design such as the Bolt. “They’re comfortable, fit well, and it’s easy to use them with a shotgun or any shoulder-mounted gun. I really like the fast attack time Bolt’s digital circuitry provides,” says Gibson, referring to the mere .5-milliseconds it takes the muff to detect and attenuate sounds louder than 82dB. “Plus, they have excellent clarity,” he adds. “That’s critical during competition. Being able to interact with the range officers, respond to questions, or hear commands when something like an equipment failure happens is huge.”
Gibson says Impact Sport Bolt’s blend of quality, performance, comfort and pricing makes it a clear winner, for any kind or shooter—or anyone else who values their hearing. “Getting a super quality earmuff for the price point they have is hard to beat. I wear these muffs even when I’m out mowing the lawn,” he says. “I’ll put a set of foamies in with the muffs over them, plug my phone into the external 3.5mm jack and listen to music or whatever. Whether I’m shooting, weed eating, running the chain saw, or whatever, if I’m making noise outside, I’m wearing these muffs,” he says.
The Surefire World Multi-Gun Championship event concludes Gibson’s competitive year. He called the Surefire match a “great time,” where he picked up a lot of points, but “struggled on some of the short/fast stages.” He simply attributed that to a lack of practice, and plans to put more training time in over the coming months. That may be easier said than done; as much as Gibson loves competitive shooting, his main role is Vice President at MGM Targets, where he is laser-focused on getting the company ready for the SHOT Show in January.
Gibson (L) finished second overall in the 2×4 Open Division, posting top-three finishes in nine of the competition’s stages (Match Director, Pete Rensing at right).
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Shoot Like A Girl’s President and Founder Joins Other Gun Owners on Cover of TIME Magazine
Athens, AL –October 25, 2018 – Karen Butler, President and Founder of Shoot Like A Girl, joins other gun owners on the cover of TIME magazine. TIME Magazine created a project with the artist, JR, called Guns in America to show the Nation’s discussion on guns through pictures and their own words. Dianna Muller of the DC Project rallied many to be part of the project.
The project is a mural that has movement and sound. Viewers are able click on the pictures and can hear participants own words about why they support the firearms industry. Click to read about the making of the mural, and read more at Why TIME Devoted an Issue to Guns in America.
Butler stated, “My hope is that people can hear the passion gun owners have on this issue and, hopefully, provide them information to bring us together.” Karen’s picture is under the “E” on the cover, a few rows down. Please explore all the other comments and points of view.
Media requests are welcome to further discuss the importance of women gaining confidence through shooting sports.
For sponsorship information or to learn more about SLG2, visit Shoot Like A Girl online, or visit at Facebook and Twitter.
About Shoot Like A Girl:
Shoot Like A Girl is the industry leader in growing the number of women in shooting sports by giving women across the country the experience of shooting a pistol, rifle, and bow in a safe controlled women friendly environment, that empowers them with the confidence they can shoot. Please recognize the following Shoot Like A Girl Corporate Partners who enable them to grow the number of women in shooting sports and change lives, one shot at a time:
Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops, Ruger, Smith & Wesson, Beretta, Tikka, Charter Arms, Colt, GLOCK, Magpul, Savage, Springfield Armory, Peltor Sport, Truglo, Lyman, Trijicon, Thermacell, Mossy Oak, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Beman, Federal Premium Ammunition, Hoppes, Elite Archery and Scott Archery, Mathews, Hoyt, Neet Archery Products, S & S Outdoors, Loyal Dog Food, Record Rack,and Upper Canyon Outfitters
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WHAT THE HELL IS TMBSTPUW?
TGIF readers, we made it through another week and what a week it’s been! We often remind you that a psychologist is a jackass who studied psychology so they could understand themselves. Mind you, academically you’re taking classes from someone who also became a psychologist so they could understand themselves – a compounding effect!
So, save yourself $150+ per hour by participating in our shoot the shits. Remember that we will never say that you’re in denial.
Speaking of denial, did you like the Hillary Clinton and Democratic Party about-face? They were all resisting and calling for constituents to abandon civility until they take the House and Senate. Well, open mouth, insert foot, and some fruitcake decided to start mailing pipe bombs. So, what does Teflon Hillary do? Goes on national television to say that the country needs to be united and that it needs to elect someone that will unite the country – trying to put the package bombs back on Trump. It takes guts, but I’ll guarantee you that the DNC is hoping she goes away. BUT, just in case, they’ve retasked the Brett Kavanaugh witches to work on her. I also thought it ironic that police which they all criticized put it on the line to keep her and the others safe.
For this week’s shoot-the-shit I wanted to publish a list of acronyms that we all encounter at some point or another when reading military documents.
| AESA | Active Electronically Scanned Array | COIN | Counterinsurgency |
| AEV | Armored Engineering Vehicle | COMINT | Communications Intelligence |
| AEW | Airborne Early Warning | COP | Common Operational Picture |
| AEW&C | Airborne Early Warning and Control | COTS | Commercial Off The Shelf |
| AFB | Air Force Base | DIRCM | Directed Infrared Countermeasures |
| AFV | Armored Fighting Vehicle | DoD | Department of Defense |
| AIFV | Armored Infantry Fighting Vehicle | DoND | Department of National Defense |
| APC | Armored Personnel Carrier | DPP | Defense Procurement Procedure |
| ASPAC | Asia Pacific | DPSU | Defense Public Sector Undertakings |
| ASW | Anti-Submarine Warfare | DRDO | Defense Research and Development Organization |
| ASuW | Anti-Surface Warfare | EDA | European Defense Agency |
| ATGM | Anti-Tank Guided Missile | EEZ | Exclusive Economic Zone |
| AUV | Autonomous Underwater Vehicle | EFP | Explosively Formed Penetrator |
| C2 | Command and Control | ELINT | Electronic Intelligence |
| C4 | C2, Communications and Computers | EO | Electro-Optical |
| C4I | C4 and Information | EOD | Explosive Ordnance Disposal |
| CAS | Close Air Support | ESM | Electronic Support Measure |
| CASEVAC | Casualty Evacuation | EW | Electronic Warfare |
| CBRNE | Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear and Explosive | FIBUA | Fighting in Built Up Area |
| FLIR | Forward Looking Infra-Red | LoA | Letter of Acceptance |
| FMS | Foreign Military Sales | LoI | Letter of Intent |
| GDP | Gross Domestic Product | M-ATV | MRAP All-Terrain Vehicle |
| GPS | Global Positioning System | MALE | Medium Altitude Long Endurance |
| HALE | High Altitude Long Endurance | MANPADS | Man-Portable Air-Defense System |
| HAZMAT | Hazardous Materials | MBT | Main Battle Tank |
| HEAT | High Explosive Anti-Tank | MEDEVAC | Medical Evacuation |
| HF | High Frequency | MENA | Middle East and North Africa |
| HMMWV | High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle | MoD | Ministry of Defense |
| I2 | Image Intensified | MoND | Ministry of National Defense |
| IDF | Israel Defense Forces | MOTS | Military Off the Shelf |
| IDIQ | Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity | MoU | Memorandum of Understanding |
| IED | Improvised Explosive Device | MOUT | Military Operations in Urban Terrain |
| ICV | Infantry Carrier Vehicle | MPA | Maritime Patrol Aircraft |
| IFF | Identification Friend or Foe | MRAP | Mine Resistant Ambush Protected |
| IFV | Infantry Fighting Vehicle | MRO | Maintenance Repair and Overhaul |
| IOC | Initial Operational Capability | NVG | Night Vision Goggle |
| IR | Infra-Red | OEF | Operation Enduring Freedom |
| ISR | Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance | OPV | Offshore Patrol Vessel |
| PEO | Program Executive Officer |
| PEO STRI | Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training and Instrumentation | UHF | Ultra-High Frequency |
| PRR | Personal Role Radio | UOR | Urgent Operational Requirement |
| R&D | Research and Development | USAF | United States Air Force |
| Rfi | Request for Information | USMC | United States Marine Corps |
| RfP | Request for Proposal | USSOCOM | United States Special Operations Command |
| ROV | Remotely Operated Vehicle | USV | Unmanned Surface Vehicle |
| RPA | Remotely Piloted Aircraft | UUV | Unmanned Underwater Vehicle |
| RPG | Rocket Propelled Grenade | UXO | Unexploded Ordnance |
| SATCOM | Satellite Communications | VHF | Very High Frequency |
| SDSR | Strategic Defense and Security Review | VoIP | Voice over Internet Protocol |
| SIGINT | Signal Intelligence | VTOL | Vertical Take-off and Landing |
| SINCGARS | Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System | ||
| SME | Small and Medium Size Enterprise | ||
| STOL | Short-Takeoff and Landing | ||
| SWaP | Size, Weight and Power | ||
| SwaP-C | Size, Weight, Power and Cost | ||
| SWIR | Short Wave Infra-Red | ||
| UAS | Unmanned Air System | ||
| UAV | Unmanned Air Vehicle | ||
| UGV | Unmanned Ground Vehicle |
Have a great weekend and keep the sweat pumps in low speed!
Buck Knives Adds Slim Options to Famous 110 and 112 Models
Post Falls, ID — Wednesday, October 24, 2018— Buck Knives has introduced a variety of new knives to their lineup this year, including slim profile additions to the 110 Folding Hunter and 112 Ranger lines.
Known famously as classic hunting knives, both the 110 Folding Hunter and the 112 Ranger are longtime customer favorites. Iconic symbols for generations, these model designs are often imitated but never duplicated. Buck Knives has created a modern solution for everyday carry. The 110 Slims and 112 Slims have been redesigned featuring colorful slim designs at competitive pricing.
These counterparts have been placed into two different product levels utilizing Buck’s “good-better-best” product levels that assign knives into different categories to help guide customers to the right kind of knife. The Pro level features a premium S30V steel with Micarta® and G10 handle options. The Select version, priced significantly lower, features Buck’s standard 420HC steel and lightweight nylon handles. All blades are finished with Buck’s advanced Edge2x™ technology that makes them sharper out of the box, hold an edge longer, and easier to re-sharpen. All are made in the USA and backed by Buck’s respected Forever Warranty.
This new slim line includes a thumbstud for easy one-hand opening and lockback design for safe use. The stainless steel, deep pocket carry clip featured on each knife is removable and reversible to allow for quick and easy carry. The Slim Selects feature nylon handles and are offered in black, red, blue, and chartreuse colors. MSRP: $38-$42. The Slim Pros are offered in OD green or brown Micarta® as well as a black G10 version. MSRP: $100-$110.
About Buck Knives
Behind every Buck knife is over 100 years of experience and craftsmanship. The very best materials and state-of-the-art technology are used to create knives that meet the exacting demands expected of a high-quality knife. Buck stands behind every knife made with their famous Forever Warranty.
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Firefield Adds Stability to their Rival Foregrips
(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Added control doesn’t have to come with extra weight. Firefields adds to their line of Rival Foregrips with three new different models; XL M-LOK (FF35006), XL Keymod (FF35007) and a smaller M-LOK (FF35008) version.
Rival Foregrips are designed to be one of the lightest grips possible, weighing in at just under five ounces due to a skeletonized body. An aluminum construction allows for it to be shockproof and can withstand different calibers.
Rival foregrips are made for added stability in tactical shooting, combat simulations and home defense to increase control and accuracy. A textured surface and ergonomic design allow for a comfortable grip and reduces slip-ups.
About Firefield®
Firefield offers force multipliers and accessories for mission-critical operations and extreme shooting sports involving rifles, shotguns and pistols. Designed for next generation shooters, boot-on-the-ground operators and serious gun enthusiasts, Firefield provides products for hard-charging, action-oriented situations. Firefield—Victory Justifies Everything®! For more information about Firefield products, visit www.fire-field.com. For media requests related to Firefield, please email mediarelations@fire-field.com.
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Work Sharp Outdoor Promotes Knife Safety with Pumpkin Carving Contest
ASHLAND, Ore. (Oct. 24, 2018) — More than 175 million Americans are anticipated to partake in this year’s Halloween festivities. They’ll don creative costumes, go trick-or-treating and, of course, carve pumpkins. Work Sharp Outdoor, the leading manufacturer of knife and tool sharpeners, is participating in the holiday by encouraging everyone to carve safely, which begins with using a sharp knife.
Leading up to Halloween, Work Sharp will host a social media contest designed to engage blade owners of all ages. Individuals planning to carve a pumpkin are encouraged to post a photo of their completed pumpkin on Facebook or Instagram for a chance to win a Benchmade Mini Reflex II and a Work Sharp Pocket Knife Sharpener, which was released in June 2018.
“We’re a family-owned company,” said Kyle Crawford, Work Sharp’s brand manager. “For many families, Halloween is a time to come together and express their creativity. It’s also a great time for parents to educate their children on the importance of knife safety, which begins with having a sharp knife. Our hope is to help facilitate that conversation, and transfer those practices to the outdoor activities we know and love: hunting, fishing, camping and more.”
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like Work Sharp Tools on Facebook;
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follow @WorkSharpTools on Instagram;
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and post a photo of their carved pumpkin using #worksharp.
The contest ends Oct. 31, at 11:59 p.m. PST. The winner will be announced by noon PST on Nov. 1.
In the field, on the water, at your workbench, or even carving pumpkins – sharp knives and tools are essential to your success. Trust Work Sharp Outdoor to restore your edge and sharpen every knife you own.
For knife safety and sharpening tips, visit Work Sharp’s blog. For more information about Work Sharp’s products, click here.
About Work Sharp Outdoor
Work Sharp Outdoor is a division of Darex, a 4th-generation, family-owned business in Ashland, Oregon. Darex has produced industry-leading sharpening tools for more than 45 years. Work Sharp’s complete line of manual and power sharpeners is trusted by hunters and craftsmen worldwide; its longstanding reputation is built on exceptional products that make sharpening faster and easier than other systems in the market, without compromising performance. Today, Darex is over 100 co-workers strong and has sold over 5 million sharpeners.
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Enter For A Chance To Win The P226 Nitron
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Corvus Defensio AUG Products Now Available from Steyr Arms
BESSEMER, Ala. (Oct. 23, 2018) — Steyr Arms announced its exclusive importation partnership with Corvus Defensio at the SHOT Show, and the company had some of the AUG enhancement parts on display. The first of those parts have arrived, and more are on the way. The parts available in the initial batch are the Anti-Rotation QD-Sling Attach, the Enhanced Release Button, the Case Deflector and the M1 Receiver Rail.
The Anti-Rotation QD-Sling Attach solves two problems that often occur when using the original AUG rear sling/sub-assembly retaining bolt in challenging environments. The first is the indexed QD cup accepts a standard QD Sling Swivel (not included), which allows instantaneous sling detachment during disassembly or cleaning. Second, the optional anti-rotation feature eliminates the retaining bolt’s freedom to rotate, which eliminates sling twisting after repeatedly slinging and unslinging the rifle. The aluminum anti-rotation device tension-fits into all AUG trigger packs, and the entire unit is an exact weight match to the original sling/sub-assembly retaining bolt. The Anti-Rotation QD-Sling Attach has a suggested retail of $75.00.
The concave hard-anodized machined aluminum Enhanced Release Button is nearly twice as wide as the original release button, and it can make magazine changes faster and more reliable, especially under stress of competition or in wet or cold environments. Enhanced Release Button has a unique wide-wing design and adds just 0.5 oz. to any AUG when swapped for the original polymer magazine release. It has a suggested retail price of $89.00.
The Case Deflector ejects spent cases forward or to the side, thus making it ideal to shoot in every position and from either shoulder without any additional modifications. Either right- or left-handed shooters can use the same AUG without changing bolts or ejection port cover. The two-piece, hard-anodized aluminum Case Deflector is simply inserted into the ejection port and expanded securely into place via two setscrews at the rear of the deflector. The Case Deflector can be added to any AUG (except the 9x19mm conversion) with a total added weight of a little more than an ounce. It has a suggested retail of $125.00.
The M1 Receiver Rail was designed for the newest version of the AUG A3, the M1. This rail offers a long, solid mounting solution for the attachment of optical aiming devices, iron sights, laser designators and other accessories. The hard-anodized aluminum M1 Receiver Rail spans from the front sling swivel almost to the ejection port, making it easier to use short-eye-relief optics. It is equipped with one QD-Sling Swivel on each side of the rail for balanced and comfortable attachment of a single-point sling. The M1 Receiver Rail also provides an interface to direct-mount Trijicon ACOG riflescopes. The M1 Receiver Rail weighs 4.1 oz. and has a suggested retail price of $179.00.
For AUG fans, these accessories are must-haves, and none of them permanently alter the user’s stock or rifle. These four enhancement products are currently available at www.steyr-arms.com/us. Check the site regularly, as new AUG accessories are added to the inventory frequently.
About Steyr Arms
Established in 1864, Steyr Mannlicher, GmbH, is one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious firearms manufacturers. Steyr’s comprehensive lines of premium hunting rifles and precision sporting and tactical firearms are technically mature, and their subtle elegance also communicates the harmony between appearance and substance. Steyr’s legendary SBS actions and cold-hammer-forged barrels are distinctive and unparalleled. Steyr Arms is the subsidiary headquarters of Steyr Mannlicher in the U.S., and it is also the exclusive importer for Merkel firearms, JAGDHUND and X JAGD apparel. For more information, contact Steyr Arms at 2530 Morgan Rd., Bessemer, AL 35022; call (205) 417-8644; or visit www.steyr-arms.com/us.
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FOG HORN 