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STEYR ARMS KICKS OFF THEIR TRAINING ACADEMY

Posted on Thursday, 8 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

We are proud to introduce our new Steyr Arms Training Academy by Fontcuberta! We will be offering two courses at our facility in Alabama, both with class dates beginning in March: SPR-1 (Steyr Precision Rifle) and SPA (Steyr Precision Armorer). These small, personal trainer-like sessions will be taught by our expert and Training Academy director Eduardo Abril de Fontcuberta. He is a long-range world champion that has over 25 years experience as a military and police sniper instructor and armorer, and is one of the World’s Extreme Long Range leaders. See a brief description on each class below, or visit our Steyr Arms Training Academy page on our website.

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The SPR-I (Steyr Precision Rifle) course is a three day (over 24 hour) course that will give you the theory knowledge, shooting practice and the ballistics skills needed to reach Steyr’s accuracy potential of 600 yards and beyond. This is a no-nonsense course, including rifle marksmanship, fundamentals, and the knowledge to be able to make your own super-accurate paper and electronic tables, as well as understand how and what different factors affect your shooting. At our dynamic classroom sessions and during range practice, our instructor will adapt to your needs and cover fundamentals of marksmanship and components of successful long range shooting. This includes wind estimation, ballistics know-how and software options, new hardware and optics, and a Steyr Logbook for data collection. You will learn how to properly zero your rifle, select the best zero distance for your application, and test your scope and rifle performance accurately.
Upcoming Course Dates: March 9-11, 2018 & May 4-6, 2018
Limited Slots Available!

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The SPA (Steyr Precision Armorer) is a three day (over 24 hour) course that will give you the theory knowledge, hands on practice and skills needed to fully gain Steyr’s accuracy potential and maintain it overtime for you or your shop’s client. This is not your typical “parts replacement class”. Instead of just covering the basics, our “precision” course focuses on the art of assembling and maintaining a precision rifle. This includes all special needs, optics, ammunition, and complex adjustments, making this so much more than a standard Armorer Course. In our personal trainer environment with only a handful of students, our expert will give you the knowledge to gain 100% effectiveness from your Steyr precision rifles, as well as complete repairs and keep them performing at competition/sniper standards. The course will cover all the maintenance, replacement, disassembly and re-assembly procedures, trigger adjustment, and even barrel change. In addition, you will also learn skills not found anywhere else that are custom-tailored to each student’s needs. These skills include scope rail selection, scope base types (their advantages and problems), proper fastening and securing of critical competition or sniper rifle optics, trigger adjustments, advanced stock adjustment, mounting competition or sniper scope systems, advanced optics, and night vision. We will also cover the limitations of certain mounting systems and how to test and evaluate a scope system on how it will perform before you ever take a shot.
Upcoming Course Dates: March 30-April 1, 2018 & May 11-13, 2018
Limited Slots Available!

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STEYR ARMS MAKES SUPER-ACCURATE RIFLES; STEYR ACADEMY MAKES CUSTOM-TRAINED, SUPER-ACCURATE SHOOTERS.

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Your Trade Deficit Dollar At Work

Posted on Wednesday, 7 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

The following aerial imagery was leaked to the Philippine news media. They show Chinese activity currently underway in the South China Sea ( Lat. 16.32° Long. 111.92° ). You’re looking at Chinese manmade atolls in international waters, which they claim as sovereign Chinese territory.

You’ll also note that China is not building beach resorts, spas or vacation garden spots, they’re building forward military bases to advance the country’s dominance of the Asia Pacific Rim. The country is able to do that through its aggressive economic strategy, which is part and parcel with the country’s military plans. Revenues from a huge U.S. trade imbalance and E.U. trade imbalance with China is paying for that.

China’s unwillingness to bring North Korea to heal is a subset of its Asia Pacific strategy to dominate the region, and until the U.S. and E.U. get serious about reducing these trade deficits you will see a Chinese posture that is increasingly belligerent.

North Korea, has a gun to South Korea’s head. North Korean artillery has the potential to inflict thousands of casualties on South Korea – pretty high stakes. But, imagine how much higher those stakes will be when NOKO can deliver a nuclear payload? Sadly, the present South Korean government is weak in the knees; to be fair, not without cause. But, it’s time to face the stark reality that it will only become worse, all of which plays to China’s regional strategy.

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The Russian Defense Ministry Adopted a New Generation of Assault rifles, The AK-12 and AK-15

Posted on Wednesday, 7 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Russia’s Defense Ministry made its decision after completing what the organization described as rigorous testing in 2017. The new assault rifles are part of the Russian army’s “future combat system,” the Ratnik (warrior), which also includes a range of ISR capabilities.

The AK-12 and the AK-15 are modernized Kalashnikova variants chambered in 5.45×39 and 7.62×39 respectively, designed, built and supplied by Russia’s Kalashnikov Group. Enhancements include collapsible buttstock, full length receiver cover top rail, polymer forend with short rails at the 12 o’clock, 9 o’clock and 3 o’clock positions, improved pistol grip with storage space and the adjustable dioptric sights are optimized for 800 meters.

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Nocturna Ltd., the Award Winning Innovative Developer of Infra-Red Night Vision Equipment, Now Available in the US

Posted on Wednesday, 7 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Built on cutting-edge IR technology, Nocturna offers law enforcement, security and search and rescue affordable night vision solutions.

Fort Worth, Texas (February 2018) – Nocturna, part of the British IRNV Group and winner of the BSIA award for Innovative Security Project of the Year (2017) for the Sentinel line, have opened a sales office in the US to serve the public safety community.

Nocturna’s Sentinel night vision systems are multi-functional, hand-held, infra-red night vision camera that can be used to view and record a variety of scenarios. Highly effective for covert operations, intelligence gathering to prevent and detect crime, the Sentinel systems offer advanced security and safety for law enforcement, private security, military, industrial security, border patrol and fish and wildlife agencies.

The lightweight Sentinel, Sentinel Pro and Sentinel Ultra all offer crystal clear IR viewing and identification up to 100-meters (Sentinel offers up to 50-meters). The backlit systems are easily adjustable for illumination. Easy to use and operate with a simple on/off switch, The Sentinel Pro and Ultra series can be easily worn on a duty belt using the included belt pouch and quickly deployed for viewing or recording a situation to review at a later time. The 2.4″ LED screen allows the user to covertly observe and record situations that may otherwise be hidden by darkness. Footage is easily downloadable via a USB port.

The Sentinel basic model is perfect for home and personal use and has a 5 – 50-meter focus. The Sentinel Pro and Ultra with a 15 – 100-meter focus are designed for use in law enforcement and security situations and both come with a docking station for charging and the belt pouch.

To find out more about Nocturna or become a dealer, contact sales@nocturna.us.com or call 682-626-5446. Visit www.nocturna.us.com to see the complete line of Nocturna night vision products.

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Parabon® Announces Major Upgrade to Snapshot® Forensic DNA Service for Distant Kinship Inference

Posted on Wednesday, 7 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Improved DNA Test Offers Powerful New Avenue for Forensic Investigations

Reston, Va. (6 Feb 2018) – Today, Parabon® NanoLabs (Parabon) announced a significant update to the company’s Snapshot® kinship inference service, which accurately predicts the degree of relatedness between pairs of DNA samples to aid law enforcement investigations. The updated service achieves greater precision through enhancements to the underlying machine learning algorithms and a large increase in the amount of data used to train them. Unlike traditional forensic DNA methods which are extremely limited in their ability to determine kinship, Snapshot uses hundreds of thousands of pieces of genetic information, enabling it to accurately detect even highly distant kinship relationships.

A diagram showing the range of Snapshot kinship inference compared to traditional forensic DNA kinship methods.

This unique service gives law enforcement a powerful new tool for improving the efficiency of investigations involving forensic DNA. Crime scene DNA can be compared to a victim or to consenting family members of a suspect to determine whether the perpetrator is related to either. DNA from unidentified remains can be compared to family members of a missing person, even if they are distant relatives, to help with identification. Whether the analysis finds that two individuals are related or unrelated, the service enables law enforcement agencies to focus their investigation by confirming or eliminating potential leads. Because results can be generated in a matter of weeks, or days for rush orders, investigators can begin evaluating qualified leads at the outset of an investigation and use their resources more effectively.

“It’s like a familial DNA search on a select group of people, except it has vastly greater power to detect relationships,” said Dr. Steven Armentrout, Parabon’s CEO. “For example, in cases where the perpetrator is suspected to be related to the victim, just one test with this technology, comparing the known DNA with DNA from the crime scene, could immediately clear the entire extended biological family or, conversely, implicate someone in the family, either way saving countless hours of investigation.” He noted, “Such efficiency gains lead to more cases being solved.”

The Snapshot kinship algorithms were developed by Parabon’s computational biologists as part of their research to develop new tools to assist the Armed Forces Medical Examiner identify the remains of missing U.S. Service Members from prior conflicts through DNA. The new algorithms can not only determine whether two DNA samples are from related individuals, they can also determine the degree of relatedness out to 6th-degree relatives (2nd cousins once removed) with extremely high accuracy. If no matches are found during the first scan, an expanded search is performed for extended inferences out to 9th-degree relatives (4th cousins). Snapshot’s kinship inference can be applied to individuals from any ethnic background and can even detect related individuals with different ethnic backgrounds. The service accepts forensic-scale quantities of DNA (1ng minimum) and supports screening of up to 48 subjects simultaneously for rapid throughput during urgent investigations.

Parabon’s Director of Bioinformatics, Dr. Ellen Greytak, believes Snapshot’s kinship service will be a boon to law enforcement, stating, “When investigators have DNA, but it doesn’t match a known suspect or a database, they are often left wondering what else they can do with it. Kinship inference can make a huge difference in criminal or missing-person cases where a relationship is suspected but cannot be confirmed by traditional techniques.” She added, “Once a lead is substantiated, the identity of the individual can be confirmed using standard DNA matching.”

Acknowledgement: Development of the Snapshot kinship inference algorithms has been sponsored in part by the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, the Department of Defense Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Emerging Capabilities and Prototyping, and the US Army Research Office, and some of the supporting research was performed in collaboration with the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory.

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Adaptive Graphx to Offer Daily Giveaways at Western Hunting and Conservation Expo

Posted on Wednesday, 7 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Adaptive Graphx will be holding a daily giveaway for free decoration at Booth #418 from Feb. 8 – 11, 2018 at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Nampa, Idaho (February 2018) – Adaptive Graphx, industry experts in custom water transfer printing and Cerakote® firearm coatings, will be exhibiting at the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo from Feb. 8 – 11, 2018 at Booth #418 at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Adaptive Graphx will have a selection of camo processed products and gear on display. Copper Basin™, LLC, manufacturers of innovative, lightweight bags and packs for hunting, hiking and low-profile firearm storage, will also have their quality products on display at Booth #418. Adaptive Graphx will be holding a daily giveaway at their booth, offering show attendees an opportunity to win free decoration valued up to $150.

To enter the Adaptive Graphx Western Hunting and Conservation Expo daily giveaway, simply visit Booth #418 and fill out a card. Winners will be chosen at the end of each show day and contacted by phone. Winners do not need to be present to win. Each individual prize package is valued between $90 to $155 and can be applied toward anything the winner would like decorated. Each prize package must be used by Dec. 31, 2018.

The Western Hunting and Conservation Expo combines the very best in hunting expositions with a joint national convention between two major North American wildlife conservation organizations: the Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) and Sportsmen for Fish & Wildlife (SFW). For more information on the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo, visit https://huntexpo.com/.

For more information on Adaptive Graphx, visit www.adaptivegraphx.com or “Like” us on Facebook and “Follow” us on Instagram.

For more information on StōnCamo, visit www.stoncamo.com.

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THE SPYDER STRIKES AGAIN WITH SOME GREAT EDGED TOOLS FOR 2018

Posted on Tuesday, 6 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

The Pink Panther was a very successful film franchise written and directed by Blake Edwards for actor Peter Sellers. The first movie in the series opened in 1963 giving audiences around the world a first look at an inept French police detective, Inspector Jacques Clouseau, played by Peter Sellers. Through his incessant fumbling, Clouseau always manages to get his man. These wonderful comedies entered my mind as I looked at Spyderco’s line of throwing knives. It’s precisely what a villain would have used against Clouseau to their own demise!

But, Spyderco’s TK01 SpyderThrowers aren’t comedic nor are they movie props, they are finely crafted throwers from Canadian custom knifemaker Harald Moeller’s and clad in a superbly crafted Spanish made leather sheath that is as elegant as it is well made. Spyderco entered into an exclusive agreement with Harald Moeller to produce a center balance throwing knife.

As warm as their name implies, the Spyderco Caribbean is an excellent rustproof folder. Shown above are the plain edge and serrated edge Caribbean Leaf. The Caribbean is a full-flat ground, gorgeous G10 scales and the high-strength Compression Lock mechanism. M.S.R.P is $254.95. A gorgeous knife and its rustproof LC200N makes the Caribbean and excellent choice for boaters of all kinds. Also available in Sheepfoot blade profile.

Spyderco’s DARN DAO, is a Bob Lum derivative of the classic Chinese martial arts broad sword. The late Bob Lum would be proud to see his work so faithfully reproduced; every detail is consistent with a Lum design.

The DARN DAO is a huge chunk of CPM 154 stainless steel finished in a full flat grind and beautiful satin finish. Attached to its full tang, is a sweeping G10 handle. I particularly like the flare at the end. It fills the hand nicely providing positive control of this amazing edged weapon.

The Darn Dao comes complete with a high-quality zippered storage pouch and a handsome leather sheath with an integral loop for belt carry. The sheath’s open-backed construction and thumb-break-style snap ensure positive retention, while still allowing a swift draw.

Above is Spyderco’s Shaman in a black blade. This is a gorgeous knife featuring an ergonomic grip that settles into the had amazingly well regardless of grip, saber grip, reverse grip or even an icepick, this handle just sits well in the hand. The handle is a matt G10 that’s grippy without being abusive. The blade is a CPM S30V which features a very nice saber grind. You won’t have a problem carrying this pocket folder any way you wish as the pocket clip can be in any one of four positions. Spyderco’s patented Compression lock takes care of blade rigidity with a rock solid lockup. Available in plain or serrated edges.

Spyderco’s Square Head is a Dariel Caston’s design. The Sheepfoot blade is made from CTS BDI U.S. made steel finished in a single sided chisel grind. The handle is a single sided reinforced nylon handle finished in Spyderco’s bidirectional texturing. Carry it in a pocket, neck chain or 550 paracord lanyard.

Posted in Knives and Tools, SHOT SHOW 2018 | Tagged Bob Lum, Caribbean, Darn Dao, Shaman, Spyderco, SpyderThrowers, Square Head | Comments Off

Bushmaster XM-15 XD Pistol Equipped with SB Tactical Arm Brace Now Available at Retail

Posted on Tuesday, 6 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Huntsville, AL – Bushmaster is proud to announce the introduction of its SD Pistols, so named for the Advanced Armament Corp Square Drop modular free float system.

The SD pistols are equipped with an SB Tactical arm braces designed by US veterans and proudly made in the USA. The arm brace provides increased stability and improved accuracy.

The SD Pistols features Mil std upper and lower, AAC Square Drop handguard, AAC Blackout flash hider, SB Tactical arm brace, Hogue overmold grip and ALG Defense fire control group.

Equipped with a 7-, 9-, or 10-inch barrel, this compact MSR pistol is perfect for quick handling in tight quarters. For more information on Bushmaster pistols, visit www.bushmaster.com

Features:

4150 chrome-moly steel barrel, FNC treated for maximum longevity
Mil Std. upper & lower
Square Drop rail for free-floating accuracy and accessory mounting ease
SB Tactical arm brace
Improved trigger control with ALG defense fire control group
AAC SquareDrop and Blackout flash hider
Magazine capacity: 30
Available in 5.56 NATO & 300 AAC Blackout
MSRP $1,399

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The Walther PPQ Legacy Timeline

Posted on Tuesday, 6 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

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BUSHNELL SIGHTS TO LOOK FORWARD TO IN 2018

Posted on Monday, 5 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

For 2018, Bushnell has done a superb job of filling in the gaps in its growing line of tactical optics. The company added the Tac Optics line which they’ve position as a mid-priced sight with a projected street price of about $300 and some rather interesting names like the Mini Cannon, the Big D (a large objective red dot shown on the right) and the Little P (I wonder who came up with that one, but I was assured the P stands for prism). One of several key benefits offered in the Tac Optics line is the expanded battery life ranging from 50,000 hours to 25,000 hours and up to 4 reticle options.

Bushnell TAC Optics Mini Cannon

For all of you TRS-25 fans, a group where I include myself, Bushnell has introduced the TRS-26 in their AR Optics line. This is a great replacement for the venerable TRS-25, gone is the rotary on /off and intensity setting. That function has ben promoted to up/down push buttons on the TRS 26. It also looks like the 26 has a crisper better defined dot. I’m looking forward to shooting the sight.

Bushnell also introduced version 2 of their First Strike micro red dot. Version 2 improves mounting options along with ease of battery access over the original First Strike. Shown below with the optional laser module.

Bushnell AR Optics First Strike 2 with optional laser module

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THE CURSE IS BROKEN AND THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES ARE SUPERBOWL CHAMPIONS !!

Posted on Sunday, 4 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

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STREAMLIGHT LIGHTS UP SHOT SHOW 2018 WITH GREAT NEW OFFERINGS

Posted on Friday, 2 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

For 2018, Streamlight has added two new TLR models. The TLR-7 and TLR-8 continue Streamlight’s tradition of excellent weapon mounted lights but with a more compact housing and significantly smaller rail footprint.

The TLR-7 is a 500 lumen illumination tool with a 131 meter beam and a run time of 1.5 hrs. on a single CR123A battery. Streamlight also did away with the activation paddle switch and replaced it with a low profile ambidextrous switch. The light has an on/off switch which is designed to prevent accidental activation but it also helps to prolong battery life. The housing is anodized aluminum and IPX7 waterproof

The TLR-8 offers the same 500 lumen illumination as the TLR-7 but adds a 640-660nm red laser. The TLR-8 is IPX 4 water-resistant.

High on the innovation list is the company’s USB Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery. These18650 button top lithium ion batteries have internal safety control circuits and will charge via a micro-usb port in 5 hours. These batteries are compatible with PolyTac X, ProTac 2L-X, ProTac HL-X and ProTac HL5-X. A great concept!

This is a 3,500 lumen tactical handheld light powered by either rechargeable 18650 USB batteries or CR123A lithium batteries. Streamlight incorporated its TEN-TAP® Programming feature to select from one of three modes. It features an anti-roll head and is IPX-7 waterproof. Run time on high is 1.25 hours. Run-times and illumination output is optimized for the 18650 USB batteries.

Streamlight introduced new variants of their BANDIT® LED rechargeable headlamp. The Bandit is now available in yellow or black with white LED, coyote with white/red or white/green LEDs. This is a great headlamp to throw in your backpack. It’s lightweight and USB rechargeable, charging time is approx. 2.5 hours. The housing is made from impact-resistant (2m impact resistance tested) polycarbonate and is IPX4 weather-resistant.

The ENDURO® PRO headlamp is a larger 200 lumen light. It has three modes: spot for distance, flood for area illumination, red or green light for night vision preservation. The housing is IPX4 water-resistant and comes with a multi-function switch and mode memory.

The Duali Waypoint spotlight, is an IPX7 waterproof work light with 750 lumens of illumination (spot/flood combo) in both forward and downward facing beams. It features three output modes: spot, flood, spot/flood combo. The Duali runs on 4 C-cells (alkaline).

The MICROSTREAM USB pocket light is a handy little illumination tool. A great addition to a technicians tool kit. The light is USB rechargeable, 250 lumen on high and 50 lumens on low; rechargeable in 4 hours and up to 500 recharging cycles. It’s IPX4 water-resistant and weighs a mere 1.2 oz.

Posted in SHOT SHOW 2018, Tactical Lighting | Tagged SHOT SHOW, Streamlight, TLR-7, TLR-8 | Comments Off

DECIBULLZ CUSTOMIZABLE THERMOPLASTIC EARPLUGS

Posted on Friday, 2 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Prior to Shot Show 2018, I had not heard of Decibullz but as it turns they have quite the hearing protection technology.

Decibullz manufactures custom molded earplugs that are easily and quickly fitted to the exact shape of your ear. This creates a perfect fitting, low-profile earplug that will never hurt, never fall out and provide superior noise isolation. To use, simply heat the Decibullz thermoplastic molds in boiling water, let them cool for a bit, and shape them to your ears. That’s it, and If you don’t get the perfect fit the first time Decibullz are the only custom earplugs that are re-moldable. Decibullz are perfect for shooting, traveling, swimming, loud concerts, and musicians. Decibullz Earplugs are made in the USA.

The nice thing about Decibullz is that there’s no need for custom molding and you can buy a pair for just $25.99, These earplugs are very effective in reducing loud noise impulses. Note that the sound plugs are removable and can be replaced with acoustic filters tuned for specific sounds like the human voice.

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Pulsar’s New Digisight Ultra N355

Posted on Friday, 2 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Continuing an unwavering commitment to quality night vision technology, Pulsar introduces the latest innovative scope in the Digisight series; the Digisight Ultra N355 (PL76370Q). Ideal for night or daytime predator, hog and varmint hunting, this digital night vision riflescope is a major improvement over previous Digisight models, which already revolutionized the night vision industry when they were introduced, and adds many welcomed features that are becoming standard for Pulsar optics. The N355 combines a high-resolution 752×582 CCD sensor and 640×480 AMOLED display to produce a nighttime detection range of 545 yards.

Perfect for shooting at all hours of the day, the Digisight Ultra N355 boasts Pulsar’s popular proprietary Picture-in-Picture digital zoom function, allowing a zoomed wide field-of-view image at the same time. In addition, the Digisight Ultra N355 offers continuous and 2x/4x stepped digital zoom, 3 rifle profiles with 15 total zero saves, 13 variable electronic reticles, one-shot zeroing with freeze function, modular IR illuminator, stadiametric rangefinder, color modes and more.

Waterproof and recoil rated up to .375 H&H, the Digisight Ultra is built to handle just about any situation you throw at it. The Ultra N355 can be used both day and night; once it’s on your rifle, you’ll have no reason to take it off! Included with the Digisight Ultra N355 are a battery pack, charging kit, USB cable, IR illuminator, wireless remote control, QD weaver/picatinny mount, cleaning cloth, carrying case and all necessary mounting tools. Have you ever wanted to brag about last night’s hunt to your friends? It’s now possible with the Ultra’s built-in video recorder working seamlessly with Pulsar’s Stream Vision App to allow remote viewing and streaming to YouTube without any cables or DVRs.

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Battleline Tactical Makes Its Debut at SHOT SHOW 2018

Posted on Friday, 2 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Kris “Tanto” Paronto and Dave “Boon” Benton, former CIA Contractors and subjects of the book and feature film, 13 HOURS: THE SECRET SOLDIERS OF BENGHAZI, debuted their new company, Battleline Tactical, at this year’s SHOT Show. Battleline Tactical is a mobile training company touring the U.S. in 2018 sponsored by Maxim Defense Industries and VertX.
To Host Battleline Tactical in your area, please contact Judy Landreth Wilkinson – JLWilkinsonConsulting@gmail.com / (706) 518-2116.

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Industry First 12 gauge Bullpup Shotgun – IWI’s TS12

Posted on Thursday, 1 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

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The shotgun has always been considered the ultimate defensive weapon. Absolute gospel, but it is not perfect. The traditional shotgun suffered from limited capacity, its length made it difficult to manipulate in close quarters, and to effectively use it in tactical situations requires specialized training.

IWI decide to tackle that problem and late last year the company introduced a bullpup design designated as the TS12. The TS12 is the first ever bullpup design on the U.S. market and IWI spared nothing.

This is a gas operated shotgun chambered for 2-3/4 and 3 inch shotgun shells. The TS12 uses a rotary magazine consisting of 3 tubes that can be loaded with 5 rounds each. When one tube is empty, the operator can depress a button forward of the trigger guard to rotate a loaded tube into place, total capacity is 15+1.

The bullpup design keeps the overall size down so it can be easily manipulated in confined spaces like vehicles and corridors. The TS12 is capable of sustained intense firepower. I ran through 9 rounds, three in each tube,lickety-split. The recoil was moderate for a 12 gauge and the bullpup design places the center of gravity close to the shooter where it belong.

Availability dates, depending on who you ask, varied from now shipping to March 2018.

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The Creedmoor® Spotting Scope Mount Saver, Cost Effective Insurance Against Wear and Tear

Posted on Thursday, 1 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

No more stripping out or wearing out the threaded holes in a spotting scope each time you mount it. Plus, it works with more than spotting scopes!

Anniston, Ala. (January 2018) – Creedmoor Sports, the precision shooting products manufacturer and supplier, offers shooters a common sense solution to a common problem: the stripping or wearing out of the threaded holes in a spotting scope mount when constantly attaching and unattaching to a tripod. The new Creedmoor Sports Scope Mount Saver resolves this frustrating and often expensive problem. This cost effective “saver” ensures the scope mount and head remain in like-new condition and never leaves the user in a bind while on the range. The Scope Mount Saver, although originally designed with spotting scopes in mind, makes a great tool for photographers and anyone who uses equipment that attaches to tripods.

Measuring just 2.178″ x1.5″ and made from 3/8-inch thick 6061 black anodized aluminum, the Scope Mount Saver comes with a standard ¼-20 socket cap screw that recesses and mounts flush. Attach it once and leave it.

There are three screw holes available to choose from rather than the normal one found on a typical mount. Depending upon how the mount is oriented, the user can make minor vertical or horizontal adjustments to the scope’s position on the mount. Another plus to the additional holes is that if the user ever mistakenly strips out one of the holes, there are still two others to choose from!

“Shooters typically remove their spotting scopes once they leave the range. Repeatedly inserting steel mounting screws into an aluminum threaded hole can quickly wear out the threads. Once those threads are destroyed there is very little you can do, other than to replace the scope or send it back to the factory for repair,” Brent Books, sales and marketing manager for Creedmoor Sports, commented. “Some of the higher end scopes have a steel helicoil lining the hole. The problem with the helicoil is that they have very sharp leading edges that tend to cut into the steel mounting screw, ruining the threads over time. The Scope Mount Saver is really a no-brainer when it comes to saving your equipment and time spent in repair. It’s effective and very economical when you consider the cost of scope repairs or replacements.”

The Creedmoor Sports Scope Mount Saver is available online for an MSRP of $24.95. Check out a video on the Scope Mount Saver.

Visit the Creedmoor InfoZone for the latest how-to’s and product reviews.

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ValDada Optics Is Now Offering Shooting Class

Posted on Thursday, 1 February, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Paul McCoy Introduces the All NEW ValDada Shooting Classes.

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TALK OF THE TOWN PISTOLS AT SHOT SHOW 2018

Posted on Tuesday, 30 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

This year’s Shot Show saw the introduction of some impressive pistols from some of the industry’s most highly regarded manufacturers. Ruger, Kimber and Hudson all had solid offerings, but striker pistol offerings ruled the roost. The Glock 19X, a hybrid design that pairs a Glock 19 slide with a Glock 17 frame, met with a great deal of enthusiasm. The 19X is finished in all coyote and ships with a standard 17-round magazine and two 17+2-round magazines. Glocks latest offering uses the Glock marksman barrel for enhanced accuracy. The 19X was Glock’s entry for the U.S. Army’s Modular Handgun System (MHS) competition . The version shipped to the Army included a lanyard loop and external thumb safety, the later was eliminated in the 19X, Glock’s commercial version.

SIG’s P365 was the talk of the town in the micro-compact arena. This is a very sweet CCW platform. This little gem is chambered for 9mm +P and ships with (2) 10-round magazines and (1) 12-round. Loaded for business you have 10+1 and 12+1. Wow, this is unheard of in a pistol with an overall length of 5.8 inches and 4.3 inches in overall height. The trigger is smooth with a short crisp reset. The P365 ships with front slide serrations and SIGLITE night sights. Haven’t fired the P365 but all the signs are positive.

The Walther PPS M2 is Walther through and through, a superb grip geometry and texturing along with the best out of the box trigger available. The model depicted on the left is the RMSc. The Shield mini red dot makes for very rapid target acquisition and co-witnesses with the pistol’s iron sights. The PPS M2 is a dream to shoot and sits in the hand very comfortably, the end result is enhanced weapon control. The PPS M2 comes with front slide serrations and ships with 2 6-round magazines for a 6+1 capacity. The PPS M2 is available in a couple of configurations, an LE model that ships with 3 magazines and a CTC Laserguard Package. Shooting the PPS M2 will thrill you so you’ll practice more.

The FN509 was FN’s submission for the U.S. Army’s MHS competition. FN released it into the commercial space in 2017. The pistol is a full sized 9mm, double-action offering and ships with (2) 10 or (2) 17 round magazines. The 509 hallmark characteristics is it reliability and superb manufacturing quality. The 509 features ambidextrous slide stop lever and magazine release. There’s been some chatter about the slide stop being difficult to operate. which is more of a cockpit problem that the pistol itself. The 509’s magazine spring is heavy to ensure reliable feeding so dropping the slide on an empty magazine may be hard to do. All of that is a non-issue with a full magazine or an empty pistol.

The Beretta APX is another commercial offering originating from the U.S. Army’s MHS competition. Beretta has done an amazing job evolving this pistol to where it is today. The APX is built on a striker-fired stainless steel chassis which is the serialized component as a result, Beretta is able to offer a variety of calibers as well as frame colors. Weapon serial numbers are visible through a cutout on the polymer frame. As of this writing, Beretta offers Flat Dark Earth (FDE), Wolf Grey and OD Green frame colors. Breaking down the Beretta APX, once you’re familiar with the procedure, is straight forward and does not require a trigger pull to remove the slide. The APX is chambered in 9mm and ships with (2) 17 round magazines for a 17+1 capacity.

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HSGI 2018 Catalog

Posted on Tuesday, 30 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

HSGI’s 2018 catalog is now available for download. This catalog lists all available HSGI® gear as of the start of 2018, with an updated version slated for midyear. Click the image below for the digital download.
Made in the U.S.A.

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Parabon NanoLabs to Present Snapshot DNA Phenotyping at Two Cold Case Training Events

Posted on Tuesday, 30 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

A presentation on the Parabon Snapshot® DNA Phenotyping Service will be led by Kaitlin Echols, Snapshot Case Manager, at the Bay Area Training Session for the Fremont Police Department on Feb. 5, 2018 and at the Arizona Cold Case Conference on Feb. 6, 2018.

Reston, Va. (January 2018) – Parabon® NanoLabs, a vertically integrated DNA technology company that develops next-gen forensic and therapeutic products,

will be speaking about the use and benefits of the Parabon Snapshot® DNA Phenotyping Service at two separate events in early February. The first speaking engagement will be at the Bay Area Training Session at the Fremont Police Department in Fremont, California from 10 am – 12 pm PST on Feb. 5, 2018. The second speaking event will occur at the Arizona Cold Case Conference at the Black Canyon Conference Center in Phoenix, Arizona from 1 – 2 pm MST on Feb. 6, 2018.

Mrs. Echols will discuss Snapshot, a revolutionary new forensic DNA analysis service that accurately predicts the physical appearance and ancestry of an unknown person from DNA. It can also determine kinship between DNA samples out to six degrees of relatedness. She will discuss how the service can aid in generating investigative leads, narrowing suspect lists and identifying unknown remains, and review actual cases where Snapshot has provided useful information to investigators.

The Fremont Police Department Training Unit is responsible for the training of all law enforcement related employees who work for the Fremont PD. Such training affords both sworn and professional personnel the ability to provide professional and ethical services to the community and citizens of Fremont, California.

Founded in 1981, the Arizona Homicide Investigators, the hosts of the Arizona Cold Case Conference, is comprised of officers, detectives and prosecutors from across the state. Members are provided with four free quarterly trainings per year, as well as the annual conference.

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Brownells Retro Press Conference Shot Show 2018

Posted on Sunday, 28 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

If you are a Vietnam Era Veteran, Brownells’ new Retro product line is pure nostalgia. The company has teamed with partners like Aero Precision and Nodak to introduce a line of AR15s that are 100% authentic reproductions of era weapons including the A1 shorty. These rifles are street legal and barrels shorter than 16 inches have pinned muzzle devices making them a non-NFA offering.

We’ll let Pete Brownell and Paul Levy present their very cool Retro line.

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40TH SHOT SHOW KICKS OFF IN LAS VEGAS

Posted on Saturday, 27 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Surrounded by misguided criticism from those wishing to attack the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) for hosting Shot Show 2018 just blocks from the site of the tragic Mandalay shootings, former Las Vegas Mayor, Mr. Goodman cuts through the ribbon kicking off the 40th Shot Show.

With over 60,000 attendees and over 2,000 exhibitors SHOT SHOW, which is owned and operated by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, benefits the Las Vegas economy to approximately $80 milllion. NSSF supports an industry that contributes over $51 billion to the U.S. economy and employs over 300,000 people with an even greater potential for growth under the Trump Administration. That growth can easily be achieved by lifting many of the ridiculous ITAR regulations.

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CMC Barrels

Posted on Friday, 26 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

CMC’s Match Precision Barrels are the ultimate upgrade drop in barrels for Gen 3 & 4 Glock® 17,19 and 34 Pistols. Our Match Grade barrels are precision machined from Certified, DFARS compliant; pre hardened 416R premium grade stainless steel, to extremely tight tolerances and exacting details.

416R stainless steel is recognized for its corrosion resistance, machinability and high tensile strength; it is the industry standard for premium Match Grade barrel manufacturing.

CMC’s propriety In house machining, production and Quality control inspection process’s allow us to attain an ultra-precise barrel with enhanced slide fit & lock up for improved accuracy.

Our barrels are 6 groove, cut rifled, 1:10 Twist Right Hand, fully QC inspected, double honed (rough and finish) to produce the smoothest bore possible, with a Max Roughness Average (RA) of 12. Finished bore dimensions are held to +/- 0.0005″ tolerance from nominal groove and bore dimensions but the dimensions are uniform to within 0.0002 for maximum consistency, accuracy and quality.

SAAMI, Match Grade specification chambers, precision cut and finished to a maximum Roughness Average (RA) of 16.
The pre hardened 416R stainless steel is stress relieved to an exacting recipe after rifling and final hardness is 38-42 Rockwell C before final barrel profile machining is completed.
Barrels are bead blasted to create a satin finish prior to plating and are available in 3 finish options.
§ Stainless , uniform Satin Blast Finish with ultra- low friction hBN (Hexagonal Boron Nitride) Bore & Chamber
§ Bronze TiCN, with ultra low friction hBN (Hexagonal Boron Nitride) Bore & Chamber
§ Black DLC, with ultra low friction hBN (Hexagonal Boron Nitride) Bore & Chamber
User friendly, our barrels are drop in; they do not require gunsmith assembly.
These are an affordable, ultra accurate, durable upgrade to your existing Glock® 17,19 or 34 factory barrel.
Barrels are available with and without suppressor threads in 1/2-28 TPI RH
Our Barrels are straight fluted for aesthetic purposes
100% Manufactured in house, in The Great State of Texas
Glock17, 19 Threaded Fluted MSRP $210.00
Glock 17, 19 & 34 Non Threaded Fluted MSRP $199.00
Delivery In stores February 2018

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GONE TO SHOT SHOW 2018 !

Posted on Sunday, 21 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

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Edge Technology Engineering ETE(TM) Launches new lines at 2018 SHOT Show Las Vegas, Nevada

Posted on Saturday, 20 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Visit SHOT Show Booth 1559 to experience ETE’s made in the USA Knives and Nex-Core technology super fast rechargable LED lights.

Edge Technology Engineering- ETE will make its industry debut January 23-26 at the 2018 SHOT Show at the Sands Convention Center, Las Vegas Nevada. Dedicated to manufacturing innovative, professional grade knives, sharpeners and LED lights for outdoor sports enthusiasts, police and military professionals who demand high performance tools.

Products include patent pending, high performance NexCore LED lights and made in the USA automatic knives featuring titanium construction and S-30-V blades. All products are developed by ETE’s gifted innovation team based at company headquarters in Travelers
Rest South Carolina and our global innovation centers.

Division Manager John Anthon invites members of the media to experience the new products at Booth 1559. Members of the media will be given a 2018 launch gift for visiting and learning about our products.

About Edge Technology Engineering ETE(TM)

The inspiration for ETE’s founding is the intense desire to manufacture innovative, high performance knives, sharpeners and tactical lights for professional end users and pro-sumers demanding the best.

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NEW FN LAW ENFORCEMENT PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENT INTRODUCING THE ALL NEW SCAR-SC

Posted on Friday, 19 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

FN is pleased to announce the release of the FN SCAR®-SC carbine, available to U.S. federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. The 5.56x45mm-caliber FN SCAR-SC builds on the FN SCAR heritage with an extremely compact design that’s ideal for special response teams and SWAT. The new FN SCAR-SC will be on display at FN’s booth (#13662) at 2018 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 22 – 26, 2018.
For more information about FN and FN firearms, please visit www.fnamerica.com, or visit the FN Booth (#13662) at the 2018 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 23-26, 2018, at The Sands Expo and Convention Center.

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COME EXPERIENCE THE FABARM PROFESSIONAL FTS/12

Posted on Friday, 19 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

SHOT SHOW 2018, LAS VEGAS 23 Jan – 25 Jan

BOOTH #12531

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MAGPUL IS NOW SHIPPING MS1 QDM Sling

Posted on Friday, 19 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

MS1® QDM Sling

The Magpul® MS1 QDM Sling further enhances one of the most versatile line of rifle slings by including factory-installed Magpul QDM quick disconnect swivels. As a heavy-duty replacement for the typical pushbutton swivel, the Magpul QDM offers an innovative low-profile design, singlehanded manipulation, a superior corrosion-resistant Melonite® finish, and a high-strength, freely rotating bale that canalizes sling webbing to prevent rollover. This sling system not only provides the strength, speed and security of Magpul QDM hardware, but is also optimized for dedicated two-point sling functionality built around the streamlined MS1 Slider. Once set, this system allows for rapid adjustments to either lengthen or shorten the sling without slippage, tails, loops or other potential snag hazards. In a two-point role, the MS1 allows seamless shoulder transitions, fast adjustability for hands-free rifle carry and shooting support from various positions. The Magpul MS1 QDM Sling retains all of the original MS1 functionality and is fully adaptable for one-point applications with a series of adapters (sold separately) based on the MS3® and MS4® Slings

In testing, the MS1 Sling survived tens of thousands of cycles in wet, dry and sandy conditions, static-load testing without slippage for 72 hours,
and weighted six-foot dynamic drop tests. In addition to the controlled lab tests, we also swam with it, jumped with it, hunted with it, hiked into the mountains with it, and—most importantly—shot with it in a variety of rugged field conditions.

The Magpul MS1 QDM Sling is made in the U.S.A. and is fully Berry Amendment compliant.

FEATURES

Factory-installed Magpul QDMs constructed of Melonite® finished steel for strength and extreme resistance to wear and corrosion
Dedicated two-point sling that can be configured for one-point functionality with optional adapters
Secure and rapid length adjustment with MS1® Slider
No tails, loops, or other potential snag hazards
Lightweight, yet durable slider and buckle hardware made of reinforced engineering polymer
Proprietary weave, 1-1/4” wide nylon webbing is strong and abrasion resistant while tubular construction provides anti-chafing user comfort
Colored webbing has Near Infrared (NIR) treatment to reduce IR signature

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BLACKHAWK! Will Unveil New On-Gun Accessories, Nylon Products, Apparel and Holsters at SHOT Show 2018

Posted on Friday, 19 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas (January 18, 2018) – BLACKHAWK!, an industry leader in tactical products, will launch several new products to dealers at booth 14551 at the 2018 Shooting Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show in Las Vegas, January 23 to 26.
For holsters, leather is no longer an unaffordable luxury; BLACKHAWK! Premium Leather Holsters bring a classic look and custom feel at an exceptional value. Made from world-renowned Italian leather, these holsters are hand-formed and finished. Available in antiqued or burnished brown, long-lasting Premium Leather Holsters complement a wide array of handgun finishes at an MSRP of $99.95.
BLACKHAWK! Kydex Holsters take comfort and concealment to the next level. Kydex, an injected, pliable rubber, resists moisture and easily conforms to the body, making it ideal for all-day, everyday carry. BLACKHAWK! Kydex Holsters are available in inside-the-waistband, outside-the-waistband and inside/outside-the-waistband configurations, giving them the versatility to meet the demands of every concealed carry wearer at an MSRP of $59.95.
Delivering superior barrel control and heat protection in a slim, ergonomic profile, the new BLACKHAWK! Knoxx AR Handguards are an upgrade to any AR. Available in both carbine and mid-length models, Knoxx AR Handguards feature integrated front hand stops with light texturing, and an aluminum heat shield ensures a solid, comfortable grip that promotes precise round placement. A quick detach sling mount with ambidextrous mounting maintains versatility. The polymer construction offers further heat resistance and lightweight durability at an MSRP of $34.95-$39.95.
The BLACKHAWK! Multipoint Sling is both exceptionally comfortable and easy to use. Superior comfort comes via the nylon construction that features a slick-edge, wide webbing that disperses the weight of the firearm – ideal for hours of continuous wear. A patented rapid adjust slider quickly changes sling length, even on the move. Designed to operate in the most demanding environments, the rugged, lightweight, MultiPoint Sling is the perfect blend of comfort, adaptability and speed at an MSRP of $39.95-$79.95.
The BLACKHAWK! TecGrip Magazine Pouch keeps firearm magazines concealed and secure. Designed for civilian and law enforcement carriers, the TecGrip outer layer holds firmly against most any material, keeping mags safely holstered and secure in a pocket or inside-the-waistband. With high-density, closed-cell foam that protects the magazine and conforms easily to the body, this magazine pouch is the best of both comfortable concealment and affordability at an MSRP of $14.95.
BLACKHAWK! will also be displaying three new nylon products at SHOT. The Foundation Rifle Case features a utilitarian design that is made for customization. The exterior features a laser-cut grid and loop panel for attaching myriad accessories. More accessories can be attached to the padded interior, thanks to several rows of loop-lined MOLLE webbing. Available in three sizes at an MSRP of $99.95-$119.95. The BLACKHAWK! Stax Pack is the ultimate in modular design and easy access. Featuring a deployable shelf that divides the main compartment when needed and a port door built in for easy access to gear stored below the shelf. If organization is paramount, the Stax pack is the answer. Available in two sizes at an MSRP of $139.95-$159.95. The BLACKHAWK! Stingray Pack’s unique design offers quick, complete access to contents. Open the Stingray Pack at the top, left or right side of the main compartment. The zipper extends to the bottom of the pack, allowing the user to lay it flat, if needed. Available in three sizes and colors, the Stingray pack’s 500D nylon construction is built to withstand anything at an MSRP of $134.95-$169.95.
The new BLACKHAWK! Extreme Pursuit Pant offers flexible, durable comfort in the next evolution of tactical gear. Made of 4-way mechanical stretch ripstop fabric, this construction delivers superior fit and movement. With seven exterior pockets and added action waistband, the Extreme Pursuit Pant is ideal for all-day comfort and optimal gear storage at an MSRP of $82.99. For gloves that are as prepared as you are, look no further than the new glove line from BLACKHAWK! With gloves built for professionals and enthusiasts alike, they are designed to handle an array of activities. Constructed of lightweight, durable synthetic and natural materials, they fit like a second skin and work as hard as you do. BLACKHAWK! offers 12 different styles, ready for action and any situation at an MSRP of $29.95-$94.95.
BLACKHAWK!, a Vista Outdoor, Inc. brand, is committed to providing the best class of tactical gear. For more information, visit www.blackhawk.com.

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FN TO HOST BLACK RIFLE COFFEE COMPANY AT SHOT SHOW

Posted on Friday, 19 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

FN is pleased to announce it will host Black Rifle Coffee Company in its booth (#13662) at the 2018 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 21 – 25, 2018.

STOP BY BOOTH #13662 &
HAVE A FREE CUP OF COFFEE ON US.

Black Rifle Coffee Company will be serving a limited-edition FN SCAR^® Mission Adaptable Blend, available only by visiting FN’s booth during the show.

For more information about FN and FN firearms, please visit www.fnamerica.com , or visit the FN Booth (#13662) at the 2018 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 23-26, 2018, at The Sands Expo and Convention Center.
To learn more about Black Rifle Coffee Company or purchase one of their blends, please visit www.blackriflecoffee.com.

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Provide Secure Storage for Shotgun Shells with Adaptive Tactical’s New Saddle Mount Shell Carrier

Posted on Friday, 19 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Available for Mossberg and Remington pump action shotguns, the Saddle Mount Shell Carrier will keep six 12-gauge shotgun shells close to the receiver for rapid reloads.

Nampa, Idaho (January 2018) – Adaptive Tactical, LLC, manufacturers of innovative firearm stocks and accessories, unveils the new Saddle Mount Shell Carrier, available for Mossberg® and Remington® pump action shotguns, at the 2018 SHOT Show, held at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 23 – 26, 2018. Made from streamlined, lightweight aluminum, this easy-to-install, non-permanent design fits closely to the receiver’s contours, keeping six 12-gauge shells close for rapid reloads.

Made in the U.S.A., the low-profile Picatinny rail design allows for use of factory bead site, as well as for optics and other accessories. The chemical and weather resistant synthetic rubber will flex to securely hold shells, yet will retain its shape over time. It is designed to fit the Remington 870, 1100 and 11-87, as well as the Mossberg 500, 88 and 590 pump action shotguns. MSRP $93.99.

For more information on Adaptive Tactical and other shotgun accessories, or for dealer inquiries, visit www.adaptivetactical.com.

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Copper Basin Announces Third Generation of its Takedown Firearm Backpack

Posted on Friday, 19 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

With upgraded materials and a new color scheme, the Gen 3 Takedown Firearm Backpack provides the ideal low-profile transport for your Takedown-style or compact firearm.

Nampa, Idaho (January 2018) – Copper Basin™, manufacturers of innovative, lightweight bags and packs for hunting, hiking and low-profile firearm storage, proudly announces the third generation of its Takedown Firearm Backpack. The low-profile backpack has been upgraded with new, more durable materials and unveiled in a customer requested gray and black color scheme.

“Our products are created by a design team that spends innumerable hours making sure every product is packed with technical features and innovation that will enhance our customer’s outdoor experience. To achieve this mission, we have to listen to our customers’ feedback and their input really helped us to develop an upgraded pack in a color scheme that they had been asking for. This purpose built yet unassuming pack is even more durable and more ready for rapid deployment than before,” said Gary Cauble, director of sales and marketing for Copper Basin.

They say it’s what’s on the inside that counts and although the Takedown Firearm Backpack doesn’t appear to be a purpose-built, tactical firearm transport case, it most certainly is. To start with, it has a quick access top flap for rapid removal and deployment of firearm components. This quick access top flap is part of a complete fold open design for easy access to components and gear at the range or in the field. The backpack’s dimensions have been designed to accommodate a variety of firearms with installed optics and bipods, with newly added longer internal pocket lids to accommodate an even wider variety of firearms. This diverse backpack also makes a good carry option for spotting scopes and other related gear. Layers of structural foam obscure the rifle’s signature contours and the interior of the pack’s pockets have been lined with fleece to protect the firearm and reduce noise.

Upgraded features of the Gen 3 Takedown Firearm Backpack include a new, heavier weight nylon in place of the original polyester, as well as durable faux leather used on the external base and in the internal pocket bottoms. A “lash tag” has been added to the rear of the pack to add to a discrete, pedestrian appearance. In this same vein, the external branding patch has been designed as removeable to allow for a total non-descript appearance. This also allows the customer to personalize the backpack with alternate patches if he or she so desires. Larger Velcro patches have been added on the internal pockets to make for quicker closing of the lids, while the addition of a sliding cinch allows the user to tighten an external bungee around gear. All of these new features and the Takedown Firearm Backpack MSRP still remains $99.99.

The Takedown Firearm Backpack is compatible with a variety of firearms including the following makes and models:

Alaskan Lever Action Takedown Rifles
AR & AK Pistols
AOW Shotguns / Compact Shotguns
Century Arms AK Pistols
Century Arms Draco Pistols
Henry® Survival AR-7 Rifle
Kel-Tec Sub-2000 Rifles
Kriss Vector Gen II SDP and SBR
Ruger® 10/22 Takedown® Factory Rifle, 22 Charger™ and 22 Charger™ Takedown
SIG™ MPX SBR, MPX-K SBR, PMPX
Zenith Firearms MKE Z-5RS, MKE Z-5P, MKE Z-5K

For more information on Copper Basin or to purchase the Takedown Firearm Backpack, visit www.copperbasingear.com.

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Hoppe’s Announces New Products for 2018 SHOT Show

Posted on Friday, 19 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas (January 18, 2018) – Hoppe’s, the best known name in gun care products, will launch new products to dealers at booth 14551 at the 2018 Shooting Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show in Las Vegas, January 23 to 26.
The BoreSnake and BoreSnake Viper Den showcase that the original, fastest bore cleaner on the planet has a new and improved home. The BoreSnake now includes a T-handle for easier pull through of your firearm and a reusable carrying case that you can keep in your range bag or backpack to protect your BoreSnake during transport. A one pass solution, BoreSnake uses an integrated bronze brush to scrub out carbon fouling, while the tail clears the barrel of loose debris with a surface area 160 times larger than a standard patch. The original BoreSnake is back and better than ever at an MSRP of $16.99-$19.99.
New for 2018, the leader in guncare for over 100 years introduces its first-ever cleaner, lubricant and protectant formula all in one. Hoppe’s BoreSnake CLP is an effective one-step cleaner, lubricant and rust preventative intended for use in all pistol, rifle and shotgun models. Designed to break down and remove carbon, lead and powder fouling, the corrosion inhibitors prevent rust from forming, leaving behind a lasting coat of protection.
Hoppe’s new CLP also provides total protection when used in combination with a Hoppe’s BoreSnake. Apply Hoppe’s CLP to the head of the BoreSnake prior to use to clean, protect and coat the interior of your bore for year-round protection. Available in a 2 oz. squeeze bottle and featuring a pinpoint applicator, this product has an MSRP of $7.99.
Hoppe’s, a Vista Outdoor brand, serves shooters of all disciplines, and offers gun care products that meet the rigorous standards Frank Hoppe established more than 110 years ago. Visit the website at www.hoppes.com.

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POLARTEC TO EXHIBIT AT SHOT SHOW SUPPLIER SHOWCASE

Posted on Friday, 19 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

(Andover, Mass.) – January 18, 2018 – Polartec, the premium provider of innovative textile solutions, will for the first time exhibit at the SHOT Show Supplier Showcase, an event dedicated to shooting, hunting and outdoor manufacturers, January 22-23 in Las Vegas, NV.
As a global leader in the Science of Fabric and full-service supplier of environmental protection fabrics, Polartec will present new product developments engineered to keep people warm, dry, cool and safe. These technologies include Polartec Delta cooling fabrics, highly versatile and durable Polartec Power Wool fabrics, and Polartec Alpha, the first-ever active insulation developed for U.S. Special Operations Forces. Attendees will get a first look at new Polartec Power Fill insulation, a best-in-class fill insulation that offers maximum warmth and sustainable comfort––with 80-percent recycled content––for cold conditions.
Polartec also creates fabrics made in the U.S.A. for Berry Amendment compliance, including technologies with a proprietary construction of Nomex, Kevlar, and carbon yarns with no melt, no drip fire resistant performance for the most extreme arc flash protection and uncompromising performance.
To learn more at SHOT, please visit the Polartec booth, number S2314.

About Polartec
Polartec is the premium provider of innovative textile solutions. Since inventing modern synthetic fleece in 1981, the engineers at Polartec continue to advance the science of fabric, creating fabric technologies that solve problems and improve the way products are designed and used. Polartec products range from lightweight wicking and cooling fabrics, to insulation and weather protection textiles, and are utilized by leading consumer brands, the U.S. Military and other global militaries, flame resistance, workwear, and contract upholstery markets. For more information, please visit Polartec.com and follow Polartec on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

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Fobus to Feature New Products at the 2018 SHOT Show

Posted on Friday, 19 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Fobus Holster introduces new line of appendix holsters & new universal holster to accommodate lights & lasers

Bensalem, Pa. (January 2018) – First Samco, Inc. (FSI), the exclusive U.S. distributor of Fobus Holster and Mag Pouches, is proud to introduce its new line of appendix holsters and new universal IWB holster which accommodates pistols equipped with lights and lasers during the 2018 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, January 23 – 26 at booth # 12271, located on the second level of the main hall of the Sands Expo Center.

Fobus is excited to launch its new appendix line with the APN43, an innovative appendix holster for the popular Glock 43. The APN43 was designed and manufactured to meet the growing demand for CCW appendix style and is completely customizable for optimum form and function.

The APN 43 offers adjustable passive retention in an exceedingly comfortable and concealable design. It features a unique, removable “comfort lever” which draws your firearm closer to your body to reduce printing while also ensuring all day wearability. The APN 43 also includes many other notable features, such as a detachable sweat guard and a belt clip that is both ambidextrous and adjustable for cant. The APN43 will be available March 2018 and will be offered at a value leading MSRP of $38.99.

Fobus will also be unveiling the latest addition to its universal IWB line in the form of the

LaserTuck, an inventive and highly purposeful universal IWB holsterdesigned to fit single-stack, sub-compact pistols with lights or lasers. It includes a number of highly sought-after holster features, such as a propriety barrel stop which allows for personalized pistol ride height, an adjustable belt clip which allows for three holster ride-height and cant options, an internal spring which stabilizes your pistol in the holster, a flexible, combat cut sweat guard and a non-collapsing holster shell which makes for effortless single hand re-holstering. The LaserTuck carries an MSRP of $36.99 and is currently available.

To learn more about the APN 43 and LaserTuck as well as Fobus’ extensive selection of passive and active retention holsters and mag pouches, visit us at fobusholster.comor contact Ryder Jones at ryder@firstsamco.com.

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Magpul MS4 QDM Sling Now Shipping

Posted on Friday, 19 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

MS4® QDM Sling

Quickly reconfigurable between one-point and two-point operation, the Magpul® MS4 QDM Sling enhances the proven MS4 Dual QD Sling Gen2 by including factory-installed Magpul QDM quick-disconnect swivels. As a heavy-duty replacement for the typical push-button swivel, the Magpul QDM offers an innovative low-profile design, single-handed manipulation, a superior corrosion-resistant Melonite® finish, and a high-strength, freely rotating bale that canalizes sling webbing to prevent rollover. This sling system not only provides the strength, speed and security of Magpul QDM hardware, but also maintains compatibility with the standard QD sling cup interface found on many handguards, lower receivers, receiver end plates and buttstocks.

Based on the streamlined two-point MS1® Sling adjustment system, the Magpul MS4 QDM Sling retains the low-profile quick-adjust slider which minimizes bulk and allows for secure, yet effortless adjustment. Webbing length is optimized for a comfortable fit with all body types and body armor configurations.

The Magpul MS4 QDM Sling is made in the U.S.A. and is fully Berry Amendment compliant.

Features

Factory-installed Magpul QDMs allow rapid conversion between one and two-point configurations
Swivels and D-Ring are constructed of Melonite® finished steel for strength and extreme resistance to wear and corrosion
Secure and rapid length adjustment with MS1® Slider
No tails, loops, or other potential snag hazards
Lightweight, yet durable slider and buckle hardware made of reinforced engineering polymer
Proprietary weave, 1-1/4” wide nylon webbing is strong and abrasion-resistant while tubular construction provides anti-chafing user comfort
Colored webbing has Near Infrared (NIR) treatment to reduce IR signature
M.S.R.P. $79.95

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CONSULTANTS OR UNDERTAKERS

Posted on Friday, 19 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

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I hope everyone had a great week and that you’re looking forward to a great SHOT SHOW 2018. It’s Friday and time for our weekly shoot the shit topic.

I chose this subject because our industry is a living and breathing example of American ingenuity. The entrepreneurial spirit lives in companies that day in and day out deliver innovative products and technologies to our military, law enforcement and outdoors community. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to get to know and report on several of these companies since they were just a gleam in their founder’s eye; only to see them grow into small businesses and global competitors. Only in America! They achieved success in spite of burdensome ITAR regulations and by avoiding consultants.

I have nothing against consultants, but you really don’t believe that do you? All kidding aside, consultants at the right time in your business’ life can be very useful, but involving consultants too early in the game will burry you! So, what brought all this on?

I was sitting at a local book store having a little coffee and thumbing through Ballistics Magazine and sitting next too me were three men one of whom was a consultant. I didn’t mean to eavesdrop but they were speaking loud enough where I really had no choice.

The consultant was discussing the business plan. He was talking about identifying competition, market conditions, the value proposition, audited statements and pro forma financials, risks to the business from economic conditions, etc. etc. Something you need to know right now is that consultants are like attorneys, they bill time and depending on the consultant, or your business, just researching competition could take a month or more of consultant time.

So, anyway, I’m sitting there saying to myself “Damn I’m listening in on a potential IPO or venture capital project!” As it turns out, these two guys, the clients, were looking for a $50,000 bank loan. I almost stood up and chased the consultant’s ass out of the place!

Those of you just starting out in business need to clearly understand some very important things:

Banks are lenders not your partners.
A bank wants to know several things
1. How much of your own capital you have invested. If you are using the bank to get you started you can likely forget it.
2. The bank wants to know what your source of repayment is. If your source of repayment is business income, you’ll need several years of tax returns, bank deposits or other verifiable proof of income. You’ll need to answer this question precisely and prove its accuracy.
3. A bank will also look closely at the credit history of each of the principals. Bad credit or no credit equals no loan.
4. Banks will ask you for collateral as well. They may require you to assign your accounts receivable and/or inventory and require you to place personal property, such as real estate, as collateral. Whatever you think your receivables or inventories are worth, the bank will value them at 50% less than fair market value. If you have little or no equity in your personal real-estate you will likely be declined.
Note that most commercial lenders will see you as a miscreant if you ask for a $50,000 loan. Forget a lunch invitation, so you may want to have eaten something beforehand. The moral of the story is that small deals won’t get you lunch and you don’t need to retain a consultant to get a small bank loan!

Have a great weekend readers! Be safe and have some fun with your buds and family!

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FULL CONCEAL™’s Newest Folding Semi-Auto Pistol: the M3G43

Posted on Thursday, 18 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

Imagine a thin single stack 9mm subcompact pistol going ‘Super Subcompact’ (about 3″ x 6″), while doubling the firepower and providing you a full grip. Impossible, right? It’s here in the new FULL CONCEAL M3G43, your new EDC folding, semi-auto, single stack 9mm with 13 rounds of firepower!

Las Vegas, Nev. (January 2018) – FULL CONCEAL™, innovators behind the first concealable full-sized, folding semi-auto pistol, is previewing their M3G43 prototype (production in Spring 2018) their newest folding single stack semi-auto model at the 2018 SHOT Show, held at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 23 – 26, 2018. The M3G43 is built on the extremely popular single-stack, subcompact 9mm GLOCK® platform. Subcompact pistols are perfect for concealed carry, like the GLOCK 43, but one sacrifices round capacity and grip size. The M3G43 eliminates those issues. Unfolded, the M3G43 offers a full-size grip for a confident hold and double the original magazine capacity.

Built on the ingenious patent-pending folding M3 platform, the M3G43 has the same footprint as a cell phone and can easily be carried in a pant pocket without printing or in any type of bag, purse or backpack. Completely reliable and quick to deploy, the M3G43 is the result of combining a new, factory GLOCK subcompact 43 with FULL CONCEAL’s innovative modification that revolutionizes the entire platform to a super compact, reliable, high firepower personal defense pistol with a total 13 (12 +1) rounds available.

Almost all of the original GLOCK parts remain untouched during the modification, including the original factory firing pin safety and drop safety. FULL CONCEAL’s folding mechanism and folding trigger safety are the only modifications made that enhance the performance, firepower and concealability of the pistol. The thin metal trigger guard is contoured to reduce the gap between the middle and trigger finger, ensuring a more comfortable, natural and secure grip while shooting. The FULL CONCEAL flat-faced trigger promotes positive contact between trigger finger and trigger face with a break point right before 90-degrees, breaking just past 90-degrees, providing the most leverage at the break which increases shot accuracy and rapid follow-up shots, especially when under duress.

“We are excited to introduce the M3 folding semi-auto platform to the subcompact GLOCK 43 model,” Mike Full, founder and CEO of FULL CONCEAL, said. “The GLOCK 43 is so popular because of its very compact size and thinness. FULL CONCEAL takes the subcompact to an smaller form factor and maximizes the firepower.”

FULL CONCEAL M3G43 Specifications:

Base Model: GLOCK 43
Caliber: 9mm
Mag Capacity: 13 Rounds (12 + 1)
Height Folded: 3.25″
Length Folded: 6.25″
Width: 1.02″
MSRP: $1,399.00

Learn more about FULL CONCEAL’s M3 folding semi-auto pistols on Facebook,Instagram and Twitter. See all the products at www.fullconceal.com

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Steiner Defense Adds Exclusive the MSR2 Reticle

Posted on Thursday, 18 January, 2018 by twobirdsflyingpub

The MSR2 Reticle is now available on the M5Xi 5-25x56mm scope
The M5Xi is a military grade sniper scope which sets the standard for performance and durability. Crafted entirely in Germany, the optic is hewn from the finest materials and features world-class engineering. This combination allows the M5Xi to provide ultimate long-range viewing and delivery of accurate fire at extreme distances. Because it is assembled to strict military specifications, it can handle the rigors of combat in some of the harshest climates around the globe, delivering outstanding clarity even in low-light conditions.

Improving an outstanding package
While the M5Xi’s rugged effectiveness comes standard, it still remains customizable as shooters may select their preferred reticle. New to 2018, Steiner is excited to announce they will be exclusively offering the MSR2 Reticle in the M5Xi 5-5x56mm riflescope.

History
FinnAccuracy set out in 2009 with a goal to fill the needs of practicality, versatility, and accuracy for a wide range of long-distance shooters. The company assembled a dream team of experienced shooters consisting of hunters, law enforcement, competitive shooters, and military to tackle the need for a reticle that would hit all those critical benchmarks. The Multipurpose Sniper Reticle or MSR was born a short time later.
The reticle provided shooters with an array of options allowing them to deliver fire and quickly correct based upon feedback. According to the FinnAccuracy webpage, the MSR had a “clean overall look with separate areas for precise but simple multitasking.”

History evolved
Several advancements in the long-distance shooting world have occurred since the advent of the original MSR, one of which is enhanced lens etching technology. FinnAccuracy refined original features while adding new ones to the reticle in an effort to increase its overall functionality. Optic magnification ratios also increased in the industry as shooters began to reach farther targets, so the MSR evolved.
Different features of the MSR2 become more focal as the magnification increases. Some of the new enhancements are as follows:
At lower powers of magnification, (3x-5x) the reticle can now be used for spotting and general observation, but also for taking up close shots if needed.
In the midrange powers of 10x-15x, the MSR2 gives you an excellent field of view and the 400m-1300m instant ranging scale becomes more usable. This allows shooters to contend with mirage or engage moving targets with ease. The larger field of view also allow for more aiming references for ELR and ULR.
At powers of 15x-20x the details of the center area (such as the center cross) become more of a focal point as the scope is zoomed in. This is done while still providing a clean “workspace”.
At 25x and up, the field of view narrows considerably, limiting usage the center of the reticle. However, an illuminated center cross and center aiming dot feature heavily at this magnification.

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