MEDIA DAY AT THE RANGE WITH DEAD AIR ARMAMENT

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If ever there was an exhibit that I did not want to miss it was Dead Air Armament. I was hoping they had representation at Media Day because the only way to assess a suppressor is shoot it, period! You can wallow in specifications all day long but to quote a hackneyed cliché  “proof is in the pudding” As expected, Dead Air had its Sandman Line consisting of the S, L and Ti. They also had their GHOST-M centerfire pistol suppressor along with their pingless Flash Hider, Keymount Muzzle Brake and its latest addition to the line of muzzle devices the Pyro Enhanced Muzzle Brake

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For readers not yet familiar with Dead Air Suppressors I’ll summarize by saying that all of their rifle cans are multi-caliber up to and including 300-Win Mag; their centerfire pistol suppressor is also a multi-caliber can 22LR, .300BLK (subsonic), .40 S&W, .45 ACP, 10mm, 9mm.

Below, I had a chance to send some lead downrange via a suppressed AK. The weapon operated quietly and reliably with no evidence of excessive backpressure. The quick attach mount conveys a sense of stoutness that is both reassuring and easy to use.

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MEDIA DAY AT THE RANGE WITH FIRST TACTICAL

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I ran across the First Tactical folks at the Boulder Gun Range and took a real liking to their pack and rifle sleeve arrangement. The pack is First Tactical’s TACTIX pack. It has some very nice features that I’ll list below

  • Fleece-lined hammock eyewear pocket
  • HD spacer mesh with dual density foam shoulder straps and back panel.
    • Positional shoulder straps.
    • Removable internal backboard with posture-conforming aluminum stay may be used as splint, shovel or paddle.
    • Interior dual use hook/loop and web platform for unlimited pouch placement.
      • Concealed drop pocket with hook/loop lining for utility pouch or holster
        • Divided front stash pocket for longer items
          • Repositionable or removable compression straps with side release buckles
            • First Tactical’s Hook & Hang Thru™ System
              • Lynx™ Laser Cut Platform compatible with MOLLE/PALS

I got Cory with First Tactical to model the arrangement for me…

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Rifle sleeves are available in 36”, 42”, and 50”. The entire arrangement is very stable and we did spend some time attempting to destabilize it. My overall impression is excellent kit that is well thought-out with lots of usable features and no frills or fluff. The TA

The pack retails for $179.99 and is available in three colors black, coyote and OD Green. The sleeves sell in matching color for $59.99, $69.99 and $79.99 respectively. For an investment of $250, or less, you get 2470 cubic inches of internal capacity with 500D and 1000D nylon construction and a rifle sleeve of your choosing. Now you’re in business, with some great kit. Check it out!

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MEDIA DAY AT THE RANGE WITH SPRINGFIELD ARMORY SOCOM 16 CQB

 

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Just when you thought the M1A has seen its day, this old warhorse proves it’s not ready for the farm just yet. Of any military weapon system, the M14 / M1A has a glorious history. When SOF needed a sniper platform that could handle the rigors of combat in Iraq and Afghanistan, they turned to the M14 / M1A platform. It was subsequently enhanced with the EBR chassis from Sage International Ltd. The M14/M1A has served our armed forces and international partners since 1959.

Springfield Armory has been building M14 rifles since their inception and in 1974 they introduced the M1A semiautomatic version of the M14. Over the years, Springfield Armory has produced a number of variants: National Match, Super Match, M21, M25, SOCOM 16, Scout Squad, SOCOM II.

For 2016 Springfield introduced the SOCOM 16 CQB shown below. The new rendition features a 16” barrel, a six position AR style adjustable buttstock, the pistol grip is AK patterned so any of the tactical AK grips will fit and M-LOK rail system at the 3, 6 and 9 o’clock positions. The rifle ships with iron sights or Vortex® Venom Red Dot. The rifle is lightweight and very handy but I did miss the longer sight radius of the full length M1A. However, equipped with a reflex sight this baby can deliver 7.62×51 punch in a close quarters environment.

You should start seeing the SOCOM 16 CQB first quarter 2016. M.S.R.P. will vary with configuration.

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MEDIA DAY AT THE RANGE WITH WALTHER’s PPQ

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Handguns are like well made suites, if they fit well they help you look good; such is the case with Walther’s latest addition to the company’s line of fine firearms. The Walther PPQ is the first .45 caliber pistol produced by Walther in 100+ years. Shooting this pistol can only be described as a joy. The hand filling grip sits nicely in the palm of your hand and with its sweeping beavertail the PPQ sits low in the hand, promoting ease of sight alignment and control. I’ve fired just about every polymer framed pistol on the market but I’ve never experienced a trigger like what you get in the PPQ. This has to be the best trigger of any production, polymer frame shooter. All in all, Walther’s PPQ gets 5 stars from this reviewer. Prospective buyers get an added bonus and that is an MSRP of $699.

Get one!

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MEDIA DAY AT THE RANGE WITH THE RUGER PRECISION RIFLE AND ITS LATEST Ruger 22/45 LITE

 

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The Ruger Precision Rifle is an amazing value at an MSRP of $1,399. This rifle is an outstanding choice as an entry to mid level precision platform. Ruger included a fully adjustable buttstock, pistol grip and a full length Key-Mod rail system. This bolt action rifle is capable of sub MOA performance with your favorite load. The trigger was crisp and brakes like a glass rod. The action is not as smooth as say a Blaser or Sako but very acceptable given its price point. If you’re considering an entry into tactical precision shooting, you’ll want to give Ruger’s Precision Rifle serious consideration. It’s hard to imagine a better apportioned platform.

The Ruger Precision Rifle will be available in .308, 6.5 Creedmore and .243. The .308 version is available now with the other chamberings later this year.

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Ruger also had its new for 2016 model 3912 Ruger 22/45 LITE. This little shooter has a ton of features worth summarizing

  • Zytel® polymer grip frame.
  • Internal cylindrical bolt construction ensures permanent sight to barrel alignment and higher accuracy potential than conventional moving slide designs.
  • Contoured ejection port and easy-to-grasp bolt ears.
  • Patented loaded chamber indicator that allows for visual confirmation of a loaded or empty chamber.
  • Push button magazine release.
  • Magazine disconnect.
  • Ventilated aluminum receiver that tackles the weight.
  • Threaded barrel (1/2″-28) (thread protector included).
  • MSRP $549

This is a great little shooter and very quiet!

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MEDIA DAY AT THE RANGE WITH FNH USA

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My next stop at the range was the FNH exhibit; there, I was hoping to get hands on their Military Collectors Series. There are three systems that make up the series: M4, M16 and M249S; all of which are street legal replicas of the real McCoy. All of the series member are excellent but the M249S was a hell of a lot of fun. Visitors also had an opportunity to fire the actual 249 SAW.

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MEDIA DAY AT THE RANGE–KRISS USA

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My first stop at the range was the KRISS exhibit. KRISS has been a year over year favorite since having the opportunity to test drive the prototype at Blackwater in Moyock, NC. The company has been refining their SMG since then and it is now quite a formidable weapon. Reliability, recoil management and overall ergonomics have been improved. Known as the only game in town if you want a .45ACP SMG, the company is now shipping a 9mm version with other chamberings on the drawing board. Customers can expect to see a .40 S&W in the near future. We define “near” as sometime in 2016.

I’ll summarize my experience firing the 9mm Vector as delectable. Operating the weapon was smooth and easy, controls are well placed and easily accessible and virtually zero muzzle climb in two round burst or full auto – overall an incredible experience!

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2016 AXELSON TACTICAL RIFLE RAFFLE TO BENEFIT SOWW

DSC_0085Brownells, in collaboration with Axelson Tactical, have created a one of a kind rifle, the Axelson Tactical Rifle, to honor the memory of fallen U.S. Navy Seal Jeff Axelson. This amazing rifle is being raffled with all proceeds going to benefit the work of Special Operations Wounded Warrior (S.O.W.W.)

SOWW works with returning special operations warriors suffering from debilitating injuries, physical and psychological including PTSD. One hundred percent of monies collected by the organization go to the work they perform and not to salaries or perks.

The Axelson Tactical Rifle is an amazing creation designed to honor an amazing individual and our wounded special operations warriors…

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I was fortunate enough to attend the presentation memorialized in the video below to see and meet with Marcus Luttrel, Master Chief Ron Bellan (USN Ret), members of Jeff Axelson’s family and other distinguished guest like former Texas Governor Rick Perry shown below with Donna Axelson.

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I want our readers to watch this video and then encourage you to purchase one or more raffle tickets. One Hundred Percent of your donations go to our wounded SOF operators; at the same time, you’ll have an opportunity to win this one of a kind rifle. It’s truly a work of love and art!

The raffle runs through 4 July 2016 and the winner will be picked on 8 Jul 2016. Please purchase your raffle tickets here ===> Axelson Tactical Rifle Raffle

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SILENCERCO WEAPONS RESEARCH RADIUS – A RAIL MOUNTED LASER RANGE FINDER

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This year’s Shot Show, we had the opportunity to get our hands on Silencerco’s Weapons Research Radius, a rail-mounted laser range finder. Besides being the first rail mounted commercial grade laser, the Radius has been designed as an extension of the host weapon. Here are the salient points…

The more common implementation of a laser range finder is a package containing its own optical subassembly. The shooter focuses and sights through the LRF’s eyepiece, fires the laser and reads range in yards or meters. The Radius however is zeroed to the weapon’s optics using an internal visible laser. The shooter does not range by sighting through the Radius; instead, he ranges by sighting through the weapon’s optics. The internal visible aiming laser is aligned with the weapon’s primary sights using windage and elevation adjustments. The visible laser is co-aligned with the IR ranging laser resulting in a perfectly aligned ranging laser. Once zeroed to the weapon, the visible laser can be disabled.

The Radius mounts on any plane, 12 o’clock  through 9 o’clock rail positions, making it highly adaptable. To support that flexibility, Silencerco created a display module that can be removed and rotated to properly orient it for ease of reading – display brightness is also adjustable.

The display module contains the processor and can support implementation of ballistics software. The Radius is also iP68 waterproof rated so it is submersible. The shooter has the option to operate the Radius in continuous mode  and with the proper software package will determine target speed.

The Radius will display 3 ranges, a primary and two secondary range values which as a matter of personal preference should be replaced with just a single value. Silencerco’s approach allows the shooter to detect a bad range value caused by interference from foliage or water. I would prefer to see a different approach where the shooter can set an acceptable standard deviation value during initial Radius setup; then have the Radius provide an average range value with an indicator (* or blinking display) for out of range standard deviation.

For example…

  1. Range 1: 190 (y or m)
  2. Range 2: 333 (y or m)
  3. Range 3: 327 (y or m)
  • Avg. = 283.3 with a standard deviation of 80.88 (y or m)
  • Shooter sets his acceptable sd to 15 (y or m)
  • Radius displays a blinking range of 283.3 (y or m)

Because, the Radius employs a detachable processor, Radius’ possibilities are endless and limited only by software. Although not officially discussed you can expect to see processor modules with other interesting capabilities extending well beyond ballistic calculations.

SPECIFICATIONS

  • POWER: (2) CR123A Lithium Ion Batteries (Included)
  • HEIGHT: 2.30” LENGTH: 5.80” WIDTH: 2.96”
  • WEIGHT with BATTERIES: 18.2 oz. WEIGHT without BATTERIES: 17.0 oz.
  • RANGING PERFORMANCE: reflective target 1 Mile / non-reflective target: 1,000 Yards
  • OPERATIONAL TEMP. RANGE: -20°F to 120°F
  • M.S.R.P. $999
  • Potential: limitless
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SHOT SHOW 2016 IS OFFICIALLY BEHIND US

Shot Show 2016 is behind us and we will soon be putting pen to paper to bring you the best, and there is quite a bit of it, so stay with us and look for our tweets as we add posts.

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Larry Vickers On The AK-74M

The AK-74M is the modernized version of the AK-74. The rifle is still under development and will likely enter the Russian military in 2017.

Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is a retired US Army 1st SFOD- Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant. In recent years he has hosted tactical firearms related TV shows with the latest being TacTV of which Bravo Company is a presenting sponsor. Larry Vickers special operations background is one of the most unique in the industry today; he has been directly or indirectly involved in the some of the most significant special operations missions of the last quarter century. During Operation Just Cause he participated in Operation Acid Gambit – the rescue of Kurt Muse from Modelo Prison in Panama City, Panama. As a tactics and marksmanship instructor on active duty he helped train special operations personnel that later captured Saddam Hussein and eliminated his sons Uday and Qusay Hussein. In addition he was directly involved in the design and development of the HK416 for Tier One SOF use which was used by Naval Special Warfare personnel to kill Osama Bin Laden. Larry Vickers has developed various small arms accessories with the most notable being his signature sling manufactured by Blue Force Gear and Glock accessories made by Tangodown. In addition he has maintained strong relationships with premium companies within the tactical firearms industry such as Blue Force Gear, BCM, Aimpoint, Black Hills Ammunition, Wilson Combat, Mile High Shooting, Red State Tactical, and Schmidt & Bender.

Larry Vickers travels the country conducting combat marksmanship classes for law abiding civilians, law enforcement and military and has partnered with Alias Training to coordinate classes to best meet the needs of the students attending the class.

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MAGPUL DAKA POUCHES

 

The Magpul DAKA Pouch, designed to bring organization to the dusty, dirty, and muddy world we work and play in.

Made from polymer infused textiles that are welded on all seams and use a genuine YKK® water resistant zipper. The construction methods and materials used mean that these pouches are at home in hard use applications like tool storage or bulk storage of your reloaded ammunition as well as lighter duties like organizing your personal electronic accessories. Although these pouches are not 100% water proof (read submersible…) they will keep your items dry under most wet weather situations making them a great choice for most outdoor adventures.

Made in the U.S.A.

FEATURES

  • Large Pouch size 9″x13″
  • Reinforced polymer fabric with anti-slip texture
  • Welded construction creates permanent impenetrable seals
  • YKK AquaGuard® water repellant zipper
  • 550 paracord with heat shrink tubing for enhanced grip, even with gloves
  • Paint pen dot matrix debossed into body for identification marking
  • Carabiner attachment points
  • Available in sizes: small, medium and large
  • Availability: Spring 2016
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Kimber’s REeVOLVE SURPRISE COMING 1-18-16

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STREAMLIGHT UPs OUTPUT OF SEVERAL POPULAR TLR MODELS

EAGLEVILLE, PA, January 15, 2016–Streamlight® Inc.,  announced that it increased the light output of three TLR® gun-mounted high lumen (HL) lights, the TLR-1 HL®, the TLR-2 HL® and the TLR-2 HL® G. Each of the models now delivers 800 lumens of blinding white light.

The upgraded models give tactical, outdoor and other users full situational awareness by delivering extreme brightness in a wide beam pattern, similar to that of a flood light. The TLR-2 HL also is equipped with a 640-660 nanometer integrated red aiming laser for long-range targeting, while the TLR-2 HL G features a 510-530 nanometer green aiming laser, to improve focusing on targets, particularly in daylight.  All three models also feature strobing capability. 

“These lightweight, compact high lumen lights give first responders, outdoor enthusiasts and other users powerful weapon lights that shine extremely bright light in a flood-like pattern, revealing what might be concealed in dark corners or along perimeters,” said Streamlight President and Chief Executive Officer Ray Sharrah. “They are designed for a wide variety of tactical maneuvers such as clearing a dark room, searching alleys, hunting game or for other outdoor uses.”

The lightweight, compact lights each feature the latest in LED technology, including a shock-proof C4® LED and a special optic that produces a concentrated beam with optimum peripheral illumination. The upgraded lights also now offer 15,000 candela peak beam intensity over a 245-meter beam distance. Each features a high temperature, shock-mounted, and impact-resistant lens.

The lights can be quickly and safely attached to most weapons, without the need for users to put their hands in front of the muzzle.  They mount directly to all MIL-STD-1913 (Picatinny) rails and handguns with Glock-style rails, and offer highly accurate sight repeatability when remounting. A key kit with five interchangeable keys is included with each light to securely fit it to a broad array of weapons.  The strobe feature, which can be disabled, is activated with two or more momentary paddle hits.

The TLR-1 and 2 HL both offer 1.75 hours of continuous run time, while the TLR-2 HL G provides 1.50 hours. All three lights use two included 3-volt, CR123A lithium batteries.  The TLR-1 HL weighs 4.18 ounces, while the TLR-2 HL and the TLR-2 HL G both weigh 4.78 ounces.  All three lights measure 3.39 inches in length. 

All of the models are fabricated from 6000 series machined aluminum, feature impact-resistant construction and have been extensively live-fired tested.  The TLR-1 HL is IPX7 rated for waterproof operation to 1 meter for 30 minutes, while the TLR-2 HL and TLR-2 HL G offer an IPX4 rated design for water-resistant operation.  The lights feature an operating temperature range of -40o F to +120o F.

The TLR-1 HL and the TLR-2 HL have an MSRP of $238.68 and $533.46, respectively, and the TLR-2 HL G has an MSRP of $580.00.  Each of the lights comes with Streamlight’s Limited Lifetime Warranty.

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3M™ PELTOR™ Tactical Earplug Kit, TEP-100-EU

The 3M™ PELTOR™ Tactical Earplug helps protect your hearing and helps improve auditory environmental awareness and communications in challenging environments where intermittent loud and impulse noise may be present. Utilizing state-of-the-art, sound level-dependent hearing protection technology, the TEP-100 is a compact, lightweight, and rechargeable electronic earplug.

 

  • Rechargeable electronic earplugs help reduce loud noise while amplifying low-level sounds
  • Intuitive one-button operation turns unit on and off and selects high or normal volume setting
  • Lithium-Ion battery provides up to 16 hours of continuous operation between charges
  • Portable charging case powered by 3 AA alkaline batteries or USB (Micro B) port
  • Tactical earplugs and portable charging station (with cover and USB ports closed) are IP67 compliant and water resistant (immersion of up to 1 meter for 30 minutes)
  • Innovative microphone port design helps protect eartips against water ingress
Specifications
  • Attenuation rating (SNR)‎: ‎ 23 Decibel,‎ 30 Decibel
  • Battery Life‎:‎ 16 Hours
  • Battery Type‎: ‎ Rechargeable
  • Color:‎ Tactical Black
  • Communication Type‎:‎ In-Ear Tactical
  • Features‎:‎ Level Dependent Function
  • Hearing Protection Style:‎ In ear
  • Product Series‎:‎ TEP-100
  • Product Type‎:‎ Earpiece
  • Standards/Approvals:‎ CE Approved
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What The Hell Happened?

It’s  Friday and time for our weekly shoot-the-shit. This week we saw Iran nab 2 U.S. Navy patrol craft and hold 10 of our sailors. Fortunately, all hands were safely returned; we should rejoice that moment but what the hell happen? The DoD identified a navigational problem as the cause for the incident, which quite frankly blows us away.

We spent a good part of our evening pouring over nautical charts of the Persian Gulf and here’s what we can tell you.

  1. Farsi Island, is Iranian territory and sits about 115 nautical miles east of Kuwait.
  2. Iran recognizes a territorial waters limit of 12 nautical miles. That limit applies to its outer islands in the Persian Gulf. So, if you come within 12 nautical miles around Farsi Island you are in Iranian Territorial Waters.
  3. That leaves a 100+ nautical mile passage available to the west of Farsi Island, consisting of a combination of friendly nation territorial waters and international waters, these boats could have used to transit from Bahrain to Kuwait ( approximately  330 nautical miles).
  4. The SOC-R boats, including the command boats have a draft of 2 feet. The shallowest spot we could find, were they to simply follow the Saudi and Kuwaiti coastline, was 4 meters (13 feet), so there was plenty of water below the keel.
  5. So, how the heck did they end up in Iranian territorial waters?

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The figure is a nautical chart marked up to illustrate the points we were trying to make above. So what the hell do you think actually happened?

Have a great weekend, be safe and get a little range time in with your buds and family!

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Savage Arms Will Introduce New Firearms at SHOT SHOW 2016

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SUFFIELD, Conn. – January 14, 2016 – Savage Arms will introduce several new products at the 2016 SHOT Show. The A22 22 Magnum is one of the most exciting introductions, proven to deliver accuracy and reliability in a semi-automatic magnum rimfire platform. Also debuting for 2016 are several line extensions in the A17 and B.MAG rifle series, as well as adding the 6.5 Creedmoor caliber to many of its AXIS and AXIS II models. In addition, the company is proud to announce the all-new Model 42 Takedown shotgun-and-rifle combination gun and several more new firearms.
Stealing the modern looks of the Savage Arms A17, the first high-performance semi-automatic rimfire specifically designed for the 17 HMR cartridge, Savage adds a new model to the series. The A22 Magnum is chambered for 22 WMR and features the same delayed-blowback semi-automatic action as the original A17.
Savage Arms A17’s unique delayed-blowback action provides safe, reliable operation with standard 17 HMR loads. New 2016 target models feature heavy barrels and gray wood laminate stocks for updated styling and increased accuracy.
Savage’s B.MAG was built around the 17 Win. Super Magnum cartridge, which creates unprecedented rimfire velocities of up to 3,000 feet per second. For 2016, three new models have been added to the B.MAG lineup: Target Beavertail, Heavy Barrel and Sporter.
Savage Arms has added nine new rifles chambered for the hot, flat-shooting 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge. They include the new 16 Lightweight Hunter, AXIS, AXIS LH, AXIS XP, AXIS XP Camo, AXIS XP Stainless, AXIS II XP, AXIS II XP Stainless and AXIS II XP Hardwood.
The new Model 42 Takedown breaks down with simple push of one button and includes an Uncle Mike’s Go Bag so you can easily transport it anywhere. The Model 42 Takedown is an easy-to-use, break-open combo gun that fires rimfire rounds from the top barrel and .410 bore shotgun shells from the bottom.
These products and many more can be viewed during SHOT at the Vista Outdoor booth (#14551), with photos and product details added to the company’s web site after the tradeshow.
Savage Arms is a brand of Vista Outdoor Inc., an outdoor sports and recreation company. To learn more about Savage Arms, visit
www.savagearms.com.
Also at SHOT Show, Vista Outdoor will display updated logos for several brands, including Bee Stinger, BLACKHAWK!, Final Approach, Hoppe’s, and Savage Arms. Since its spin-off, Vista Outdoor has focused on strengthening and repositioning a number of its brands to better reflect the vision and brand proposition with consumers.

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Dead Air Armament’s New Pyro Tames Muzzle Blast and Recoil

 

Lawrenceville, Ga. (January 2016) – Dead Air Armament announced its brand new Pyro enhanced muzzle device is now a part the Dead Air product family.

 

The Pyro is a unique enhanced muzzle device utilizing the industry leading Sandman series QD attachment system. The Pyro is manufactured from the same rugged materials used in Dead Air’s award winning Sandman series and features a Cerakote finish. The device allows operators to redirect muzzle flash away from the shooter and is particularly effective at redirecting muzzle blast in low light and CQB situations.

“If you don’t live in a free state that allows you to own one of our Sandman Suppressors, you should get yourself a Dead Air Pyro. You’ll like it. Trust me.” said Mike Pappas, director of product development for Dead Air Armament.

Pyro Enhanced Muzzle Brake Specifications:

  • Mount: Key Brake, Flash Hider
  • Weight: 5.5 oz.
  • Length: 2.9″
  • MSRP: $259.00

For more information on Dead Air Armament and its line of suppressors, please visit www.deadairsilencers.com or join the conversation on Facebook or YouTube.

Visit Dead Air Armament at Booth 14516 at the 2016 SHOT Show.

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GLAD TO SEE OUR SAILORS RETURNED SAFELY

We were all ecstatic with news that our Navy crews were returned home safely and ask the media to cool the slams on the Lieutenant who expressed his thanks to the Iranian Government for the treatment his crew received. He got his people home safe and that is what counts.

As former sailors ourselves, we postulate that the Iranians spoofed their GPS, in fact they were probably running on autopilot and commercial GPS signals. If that was the case and our theory is correct, it points to training issues because an E3 Coxswain could have made that trip on ship’s compass alone to include set and drift correction.

We learn, we improvise and improve.

Welcome Home Crew!

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Chamber-View Announces New ECI Safety Markers for .45 Semi-Auto & 1911 Model Firearms

Merrimack, N.H. (January 2016)Chamber-View, LLC, innovators behind highly visual firearms safety products, is pleased to announce the introduction of the .45 semi-auto & 1911 model handgun Empty Chamber Indicator (ECI) safety markers, which will debut at this year’s 2016 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, NV and will be available for purchase in mid-2016. The range design Chamber-View ECI for semi-auto pistols is designed for full open action with slide lock and maximum visibility and is ideal for use on the range or for storage. EACH design fits most .45 semi-auto and 1911 model firearms. These safety markers are also compatible with Chamber-View Fast-Pull Tags, EACH which allow for quick and easy removal of the ECI from the ejection port of a firearm. Fast-Pull Tags not only provide increased visibility, but also have an inscribable back side that allows for customization and identification. The .45 semi-auto and 1911 model ECI is also compatible with Chamber-View’s all new silicone Modular Barrel Extension option. This new option will provide COMPLETE SAFETY from chamber to muzzle.

Chamber-View ECIs are made from 100 percent silicone, are flexible and resilient across a wide range of temperatures and are minimally affected by weather extremes. They will not scratch the surface of the gun and are heat resistant. The excellent sealing performance of the Chamber-View ECIs will repel water and debris and are unaffected by vibration.

The Chamber-View ECI for handguns, shotguns and rifles enhance public safety by sending a highly visual, non-verbal and recognizable message to surrounding individuals that a firearm is being carried and used in a completely safe manner.

Check out www.chamber-view.com for more information or join the ongoing conversation on Facebook and the LinkedIn network. To become a retail vendor, or if you are a professional / amateur / scholastic organization with interest in the Chamber-View product line, please contact gcook@chamber-view.com or by phone: Gail Cook, President, Chamber-View, LLC at (914) 787-0688.

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LASER AMMO USA INTRODUCES ITS LATEST LASER TRAINING SOLUTIONS

Great Neck, NY – Affordability and government-agency-level firearm training was what Laser Ammo had in mind when it developed its recent line of Airsoft solutions: the SPIDER adapter; the newly designed-for-2016 LA-FLASH suppressor adapter; and the R.E.A.L. (Recoil Enabled Airsoft Laser) which all offer high level realistic training with full blowback for recoil-enabled training.

“Today you can find an Airsoft replica for most firearms in the market. They are inexpensive, accurate, safe and resemble your everyday 1911’s, M&Ps, Glocks and AR15s – the closest thing to a real firearm. And now, with the new for 2016 SPIDER, FLASH or R.E.A.L., everyone can train with full blowback and immediate feedback.” According to Laser Ammo VP of Business Development and Sales Chen Shoshani, “Offering a cost-effective, safe and ultra realistic experience is the beauty of full blowback laser training. Now what was once only available to government agencies and those with deep pockets can be used by everyday carry shooters.”

The new SPIDER is a small housing for the Laser Ammo SureStrike vibration cartridge, that can convert any Airsoft or blanks-conversion blowback pistol into laser-emitting, firearm with fulll-blowback training mechanisms. Extremely easy to use and install, your Airsoft pistol can continue shooting pellets without taking the SPIDER off.

The Recoil Enabled Airsoft Laser (R.E.A.L) conversion kit includes a replacement drop-in barrel that currently fits the KWA ATP Airsoft pistols. Installation of the R.E.A.L kit is done simply by replacing the stock barrel with Laser Ammo kit assembly.

The LA FLASH is a high-end CNC machined flash suppressor adapter that replaces the stock flash guard on any “off the shelf” Airsoft rifle.

The SPIDER, R.E.A.L. and FLASH are all cost effective, safe to use, easy to install and with no need to modify your Airsoft, These add-ons allow for easy windage and elevation adjustments of the laser for accurate training, Additionally you can use both IR or red visible lasers.

Together with the new vibration activated SureStrike cartridge (sold separately,) all of Laser Ammo new Airsoft solutions will turn your Airsoft into a laser emitting, full blowback training tool simulating a real firearm. Users can immediately start training with any of Laser Ammo’s electronic targets, training software or Smokeless Range® simulators with 100% safety.

With the SPIDER, LA FLASH and R.E.A.L. conversion kits, shooters can develop and maintain their shooting skills, practice stance, enhance gun presentation. Also shooters can improve sight alignment, sight picture, breath control, trigger pull, and follow through – all with weapon full cycle and blowback. Without a doubt, the closest training to a real live ammo training while within the convenience of your own home.

Try them out for yourself! – Laser Ammo will be available at SHOT Show, Jan. 19-22, 2016, at the Sands Expo Center Booth #3841 in Las Vegas, NV with products available to try out.

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Vortex Optics To Debut Its New Razor AMG Scope At Shot Show 2016

 

This is a 6-24×50 magnified optic that is 100% USA made to include its glass!

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Bryan Litz On The Effects Of Wind

Bryan Litz is a ballistician for Berger Bullets and Applied Ballistics. Bryan has authored a number of authoritative books on the subject of ballistics. His software, published by Applied Ballistics, can be found on a number of devices including the Kestrel Wind Meters by Nielsen Kellerman. The Applied Ballistics software and smart device app is considered an industry standard used by law enforcement and military units across the world.

Estimating the effects of wind is a complex vector problem. A vector is a measure that has both magnitude and direction. Vectors add and subtract like real numbers and in solving wind problems we attempt to estimate the resultant wind vector.  The weather meter is a tool designed to provide the shooter with the scalar component of the wind vector, in other words its high, low and average speed. It will also give you direction at the shooter’s position. The shooter is still required to read mirage and vegetation movement down range to arrive at a reasonable resultant wind vector. DARPA, and the defense industry are developing laser based tools that will soon be broadly available to solve the wind estimation problem. Wind estimation errors are responsible for virtually  all of the missed shots by competent shooters.

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MAGPUL INTRODUCES THE PRS GEN 3 RIFLE STOCK

PRS® GEN3 Precision-Adjustable Stock

The PRS GEN3 is a field precision stock for AR15/M16 and AR10/SR25 platforms, featuring tool-less length of pull and cheek piece height adjustment.

With solid adjustments for length of pull and cheek piece height via aluminum detent knobs, the PRS GEN3 (Precision Rifle/Sniper) stock provides a stable interface and is intended for semi-automatic sniper or varmint type rifles. Offering a nearly universal fit, it installs on rifle-length receiver extensions as well as mil-spec carbine and A5-length tubes. Includes a cant/height-adjustable rubber butt-pad and rotation-limiting QD sling swivel cups as well as M-LOK slots on the bottom for rear monopod mounting.

PRS® GEN3 Precision-Adjustable StockPRS® GEN3 Precision-Adjustable Stock

Made in U.S.A.

FEATURES

  • Mounts to rifle-length, mil-spec carbine, or A5-length receiver extension tubes (not included)
  • Enhanced strength butt-plate withstands severe impact and recoil up to .50 BMG
  • Rubber butt-pad provides positive shoulder purchase to prevent slippage and is adjustable for both cant and height
  • Machined aluminum LOP and Cheek Piece adjustment knobs with positive locking click detents
  • Steel adjustment shafts finished with Melonite® for wear and corrosion resistance
  • All aluminum components finished with MIL-A-8625F, Type III, Class 2 hard anodizing
  • Bottom M-LOK slots provide additional sling mounting possibilities or for attaching 1913 Picatinny rails for use with a monopod
  • Sling Mounts
    • Front/Rear – rotation-limited QD sling swivel mounts (swivels not included)
    • Rear – 1.25″ aluminum sling loop (left-right reversible)
  • M.S.R.P.: $254.95
  • Availability: Late in 2016

 

The Only Thin Missing Is The Corinthian Leather! Ole!

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SILENCERCO ANNOUCED TWO NEW SUPPRESSORS TO THEIR LINE–HYBRID AND OMEGA 9K

Hybrid

Hybrid™ – Is the silencer for any platform. Compatible with pistol calibers from 9mm to .45 ACP, rifle calibers from 5.56mm to .45-70 GOV and .458 SOCOM, and many in between, the Hybrid is both full auto and magnum-rated and can be used on pistols, rifles, and submachine guns.

Boasting low-120s dB on .300 BLK and remaining hearing safe with .45–70 GOV, the Hybrid offers an unparalleled pairing of versatility and performance – a combination you’ve come to expect from SilencerCo products.  The Hybrid is rated down to 16″ barrels for .45–70 GOV and .458 SOCOM and down to 18″ barrels for all magnum calibers up to .338 Lapua Magnum.

With a slew of compatible accessories available, you can turn the Hybrid into the perfect silencer for almost any host.

SPECS

  • Weight: 13.8 oz. with Direct Thread Mount
  • Length: 7.8”
  • Finish: Grey Cerakote
  • Compatible Calibers: 9mm to .45-70 GOV
  • Comes With: Piston Mount and 5/8×24 Direct Thread Mount
  • Muzzle Average dB:
    125.7 (9mm)
    130.4 (.45ACP)
    123.7 (.300 BLK)
    138.3 (.458 SOCOM)
    140.6 (.45-70 GOV)

  • MSRP: $999

 

 

The Omega™ 9K, like the full-size Omega from which it draws its name, is an omega9ksketchexceptionally versatile suppressor and is the smallest, lightest, and quietest silencer of its kind in the world at just under 5″.  Full auto rated and usable with pistols, .300 BLK rifles, and submachine guns, the Omega 9K offers extreme durability in an ultra-compact package.

SPECS

  • Weight: 8.8 oz. with Direct Thread Mount
  • Length: 4.7”
  • Finish: Black Oxide
  • Compatible Calibers: 9mm to .300 BLK (Subsonic and Supersonic)
  • Accessories: Compatible with all Octane mounts and pistons.
  • Muzzle Average dB:
    131.5 (9mm)
    133.7 (.300 BLK)

  • MSRP: $865

With the fully-welded, tubeless, minimalist Omega 9K, big sound suppression now comes in a tiny footprint.

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ADAPTIVE TACTICAL DEBUTS ITS NEW PRODUCT LINEUP AT SHOT SHOW 2016

Adaptive Tactical will be displaying the new Wraptor Elite Forend for Remington and Mossberg Shotguns and the Tac-Hammer Barrel for the legendary Ruger 10/22s and 10/22 Chargers.

Nampa, Idaho (January 2016) –Adaptive Tactical, LLC, manufacturers of innovative firearm stocks and accessories, proudly announces that it will be displaying two new products at the 2016 SHOT Show, being held Jan. 19 – 22, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Sands Convention Center. Adaptive Tactical will be displaying the Wraptor Elite Forend for Remington and Mossberg Shotguns and the Tac-Hammer Barrel for the legendary Ruger 10/22s and 10/22 Chargers at Booth #4445.

The Wraptor Elite Forend for Remington 870 and Mossberg 500, 88 & 590 pump action shotguns transforms the standard shotgun into a versatile shooting platform for field or range tactics. The forend allows the user a comfortable, ambidextrous grip and the ability to add multiple accessories using the included tri-rail configuration. The Wraptor Elite Forend doubles as a heat shield and comes with an integrated patented “sight tunnel” allowing the user to rapidly attain a sight picture for faster target acquisition. This ergonomic design weighs one pound and measures 13″ x 6″ x 2″.

 
The Wraptor Elite Forend currently comes in black. It is available separately for Remington 870 and Mossberg 500 & 88, 590 12 gauge shotguns. MSRP is $49.99.

The Wraptor Elite Forend also comes standard on Adaptive Tactical Venom Shotgun Conversion Kits.

The new Tac-Hammer Rigid-Core Post-Tension Barrel is available for Ruger 10/22, 10/22 Takedown, 10/22 Charger and 10/22 Charger Takedown models. The Tac-Hammer Rigid-Core Post-Tension Package includes a barrel, cantilevered optic rail and front threaded compensator. The barrel delivers the benefits of a bull barrel’s larger diameter and related stiffness – greater accuracy and repeatability of shot – without the added weight. It accomplishes this through a rigid-core, stepped barrel design encased within a post-tension, aluminum shroud. The Tac-Hammer Rigid-Core Post-Tension Barrel design is about 40 percent lighter than the standard bull barrel. The included compensator reduces muzzle rise, increasing second and third shot accuracy. The Tac-Hammer Rigid-Core Post-Tension Barrel is proudly Made in the USA. MRSP is $329.00.

Tac-Hammer Rigid-Core Post-Tension Barrel Features:

  • Barrel:                                        P4140 Chromoly Steel with heat and rust resistant coating
  • Shroud:                                     6061 aluminum with Cerakote coating
  • Top Rail / Compensator:         6061 aluminum with color matched Cerakote
  • Twist:                                        1/16 Twist
  • Threaded Barrel End:              ½ x 28 – Fits common compensators or suppressors
  • Barrel OD:                                 .920″
  • Barrel Length:                          Without  compensator:     16″
  •                                                   With compensator:           17.25″
  • Exposed barrel with compensator:                                    16.5″
  • Available Colors:                         Black, Grey, Dark Earth, Pink, Red

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

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IWI US TO DEBUT THE NEW TAVOR SAR IN 300 BLACKOUT AT 2016 SHOT SHOW

Harrisburg, Pa. (January 2016)IWI US, Inc., a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) Ltd., is proud to announce a new caliber for the TAVOR SAR; the .300 Blackout. The bullpup deemed “Rifle of the Year” by the NRA’s American Rifleman Magazine in 2014 continues to excite the American audience who have embraced the TAVOR SAR and the bullpup concept with open arms. For those who already own a TAVOR SAR in 5.56 NATO or 9mm, a .300 Blackout conversion kit will also be available.

“We’ve had a ton of requests for this particular caliber as its popularity has grown as a good self-defense round as well as a hunting round,” Michael Kassnar, VP of Sales and Marketing for IWI US explained. “The .300 Blackout is a highly accurate, soft shooting round that is also a very effective hunting round, unlike the lighter more traditional varmint or military calibers. We listened to our customers on Facebook and through our Customer Service Department and this was a round that kept coming up to the top of the wish list. And we listened to our customers express their need for a .300 Blackout rifle that can reliably handle sub-sonic and supersonic loads. The result is an integral gas regulator built into the Tavor barrel that is easily adjustable for sub or supersonic rounds.”

The TAVOR SAR bullpup configuration offers the short rifle convenience but with a full size rifle’s velocity, energy and accuracy. All of the TAVOR SAR’s parts are MIL-STD and 100% interchangeable. The 16.5″ or 18″ .300 Blackout barrel is cold-hammer forged and chrome lined, made from CrMoV steel. The long-stroke gas piston system is also 100% ambidextrous in configuration and operation with an optional opposite hand bolt, and a simple field stripping is all that is needed to quickly and easily break down the TAVOR into two major serviceable subassemblies. MSRP is $ 2,049.00.

The .300 Blackout conversion kit includes a 16.5″ or 18″ cold hammer forged chrome lined barrel made of CrMoV steel with a 1:7 right hand twist, a headspaced bolt, an A2 flash suppressor and barrel wrench.  MSRP is $499.00.

For more information, please visit www.iwi.us.

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MAGPUL READIES THE UBR 2.0

Magpul Industries announced a redesigned version of its highly successful UBR stock. The new stock will enter the market as the UBR 2, at a lower weight and 25% lower price. The company is targeting the tail end of 2016 for availability.

UBR® 2.0 Collapsible StockUBR® 2.0 Collapsible Stock

SPECIFICATIONS**

UBR 2.0 Collapsible Stock

  • Weight, w/Receiver Extension: 21.3 oz.
  • Length: 8.5-12.5 in.
  • Width, max: 1.7 in.
  • LOP Adjustment Range: 4.0 in.
  • LOP, M4 Collapsed: ~11.6 in.
  • LOP, M4 Extended: ~15.6 in.
  • M.S.R.P.: $199.95

 

*The UBR 2.0 includes the required custom Receiver Extension tube, Buffer Spacer, and all mounting hardware. A carbine buffer and spring (M4 or SR25 length) or A5 buffer and spring are required for use with the UBR and are not included.

**Specifications based on factory configuration

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BUILDING YOUR AR15 RIFLE

Jansen Jones, Rob Romero and Optics Planet have done a great job of producing two videos that take you through building your AR15. Building your rifle is a topic misrepresented by the Gun Control Lobby. The core of the AR15, whether you are building your rifle or buying it as a complete system, is the lower receiver; as such,  it has been defined by the BATF as a firearm and bares a serial number. Purchasing a stripped lower receiver is NO DIFFERENT than purchasing a complete firearm; it must be done through a federally licensed dealer who will collect a Form 4473 and run a background check to complete your purchase. All other parts may be purchased over the counter or from your favorite retailer.

The principal reason for building your own rifle is first and foremost to customize your weapon with the myriad of accessories that are available; generally, all your competition guns are built from the ground up. Other reasons include cost savings or just plain fun. 

The videos below take you through a complete build in structured and easy to understand presentations.

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OTIS TECHNOLOGIES NEW PRODUCTS FOR 2016

Lyons Falls, NY: Otis Technology announced its new products for 2016.  These products will debut at the 2016 Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show in Las Vegas on January 19th – 22nd.
Otis has expanded its Ripcord® product line with the addition of five new caliber options –  .17 cal., .22 cal. (pistol length), .257 cal., .264 cal., and .338 cal.  These new Ripcords® join nine other sizes – for rifles, pistols and shotguns.  The Ripcord® is a one pass cleaning tool that features Nomex® coating and a unique shape for an aggressive 360 degree clean of the bore.

In addition to the Ripcord®, Otis has added another AR cleaning tool to its product line – the AR Vent Hole Scraper.  This tool quickly and easily cleans carbon build-up, fouling and excess oil from the vent hole in the gas tube area of MSR/AR-style rifles.
 
Otis is also offering a way for customers to conveniently purchase a variety of cleaning products for .223 cal. / 5.56mm MSR/AR style rifles. The MSR Cleaning Pack comes complete with a Ripcord®, Star Chamber Cleaning Tool, chamber brush, B.O.N.E.® Tool and AR Vent Hole Scraper at a bundle price.
“Over the past several years, we’ve focused on developing tools that take the hard work out of cleaning difficult areas of modern sporting rifles.  The MSR Cleaning Pack bundles some of our top sellers in one package, offering the consumer with the tools necessary for proper maintenance,” states Frank Devlin, National Sales Manager for Otis Technology.



In response to direct customer feedback, Otis is proud to offer a new line of I-MOD cleaning systems for the commercial market.  These are modeled after the military version that Otis developed for our soldiers.  These cleaning systems are available in single (.223 cal., .30 cal., 9mm, .40 cal, .45 cal) and multi-caliber (.223 cal./.30 cal., .223 cal./9mm, .223 cal./.40 cal., .223 cal./.45 cal) systems.
“After the introduction of the I-MOD for the military market, we received feedback from consumers that they wanted something similar.  We pride ourselves in listening to our customers and are excited to offer this new line of I-MOD cleaning systems to hunters, shooters and law enforcement officers,” states Devlin.

Otis Technology is known for manufacturing the most advanced gun cleaning systems 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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MasterPiece Arms Introduces the MPA BA Lite Chassis

Comer, Ga. – (January 2016)MasterPiece Arms (MPA), manufacturers of the MPA BA Rifles, Chassis Systems, Defender Pistols and Carbines, Suppressors and MPAR Rifles, is pleased to introduce the MPA BA Lite Chassis, part of the MPA Bolt Action Chassis Systems product line. After many requests from MPA’s customer base, this lightweight chassis was developed specifically to provide shooters who desire a lightweight rifle stock / chassis a feature rich design that will serve both hunting applications and long range shooting competitions where weight considerations come into play. The MPA BA Lite Chassis will be available late January 2016.

As with other MPA BA Chassis System products, the BA Lite provides the shooter with the ability to adjust the length of pull, cheek riser position, add side Picatinny rails or a night vision bridge, as well as increase the distance from the spigot mounted bipod to the rear support. The BA Monopod system can also be added along with the buttstock mounted bag rider attachment. The MPA bubble level system is included as standard equipment.

The BA Lite Chassis is machined on MPA’s CNC Horizontal Machining Centers to exacting tolerances from 6061 aluminum. The MPA produced buttstock includes an adjustable length of pull, recoil pad with height and cant adjustment, adjustable cheek riser and adjustable Monopod. This chassis comes with an A2 Pistol Grip, machined thumb notch and multiple QD sling swivel locations. User located side rails are available as an additional option. It also comes with a unique pocketing system that reduces weight and increases the structural integrity of the chassis. The BA Lite Chassis takes any AICS type magazines (not included).
 
This unique chassis system provides a superior precision platform for the Remington 700 Short and Long, Savage and Howa Short or Long Actions, Badger M2013, Mausingfield, Surgeon 591SA & 1086LA, Stiller’s, Tikka T3 and many others. New inlets are being added frequently. MPA’s V-Bedding system is also configured to allow for the ability to glass bed the action and straight section of the barrel, if desired.
 
MPA BA Lite Chassis Specifications:
Weight:
2.9 lbs.
Length of Pull:
13.75 – 14.75″ (can be modified by thinner / thicker recoil pads)
Coating:
Ceramic (Cerakote) – available in a variety of colors; custom Cerakotecolors and patterns also available
Left Hand / Right Hand:
Left Handed, Right Handed
MSRP:
$699.00 (Standard) Solid Cerakote Colors
$825.00 (Side Folder) Solid Cerakote Colors
 
Delivery is currently slated to take one to eight weeks depending on which chassis inlet is ordered, stock configuration, Cerakote color and other options or specials that may be requested by the customer. MPA asks customers to remember that this is a hand-built precision instrument and not a production component.
 
For more information on MasterPiece Arms and their product line of pistols, rifles, carbines and suppressors, visit http://www.masterpiecearms.com.
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MAGPUL’S HUNTER 700 LONG ACTION STOCK IS ON THE WAY

Magpul Industries has announced that its Hunter 700 LA stock should be on the shelves sometime late Spring 2016. Along with the LA stock, the company will also have a number of accessories available like the Magpul Bolt Action Magazine Well LA and a drop-in detachable box magazine for the Hunter 700 LA.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Hunter 700 LA Stock

  • Weight: 3.2 lbs. without action and bottom metal (w/two Spacers installed)
  • LOP Adjustment Range: ~13.0-15.0 in.
  • Width of Forend, max: 2.3 in.
  • Width of Butt, max: 1.5 in.
  • Butt-Pad Dimensions: 1.5×5.0 in.
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ASHBURY PRECISION SABER® MRCS-AR – Next Generation Modular Rifle Chassis Uses Commercial AR Shoulder Stocks & Hand Guards

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Ruckersville, VA.Ashbury Precision Ordnance (APO) Manufacturing introduces the next evolution in the SABER Modular Rifle Chassis System: the MRCS-AR.  Utilizing the same Center Chassis Section module as all other SABER rifle chassis platforms, this model now integrates a wide variety of commercial AR shoulder stocks and hand guards.   The MRCS-AR is designed for the carbine shooter desiring to set up their bolt gun like their gas gun and, alternatively, it’s perfect for the bolt gun shooter needing a modular compact lightweight rifle with AR features.

The Ashbury MRCS-AR rifle chassis is engineered for recreational, hunting, competition, target and tactical shooting activities.  It is offered by APO with Magpul Industries furniture and in addition to AR compatibility, is also compatible with all APO and Magpul® M-LOK accessories, offering shooters hundreds of possible chassis configurations.  Now that’s a modular rifle chassis system!

“Our product development team has worked on this AR cross-over product for about two years,” said Gary Vance, APO’s Manager of Engineering Services.  “We wanted to make sure that it would provide exceptional performance in the hands of shooters and be just as accurate as our other SABER rifle chassis products.”

The SABER MRCS-AR rifle shoulder stock utilizes a mil-spec, six-position buffer tube and a Magpul MOE shoulder stock and cheek piece riser.  The retractable MOE shoulder stock assembly is attached to the SABER Center Chassis Section with a tension adjustable Double Locking Alloy Hinge making it both retractable and foldable.  Users can easily install other aftermarket AR shoulder stocks with ergonomic adjustments along with APO signature shoulder stocks.  This only requires a few easily installed accessories with simple tools.

The MRCS-AR is initially available for the popular short action Savage Model 10 bolt action rifle in right and left hand operation.  Long action models will be available later in 2016.  The MRCS-AR uses the Magpul PMAG® 5 7.62AC(tm) 5-rd detachable box magazine for the .308 Win family of cartridges and features an ambidextrous paddle lever release.  The MOE pistol grip is attached to the Center Chassis Section with a 17.5 degree Grip Angle Adapter (similar to a M1911-A1) and includes an adjustable hand grip-to-trigger distance feature for shooters with long or short fingers.

The new MRCS-AR employs a rugged APO designed octagonal aluminum alloy hand guard that features Magpul M-LOK accessory attachment system at the 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock position and a bipod stud located at the front of the hand guard.  The forend can accommodate barrel shank diameters and contours measuring 1.250″.  An optional carbon fiber hand guard with similar features is available as an upgrade.  For professional marksmen and predator hunters desiring to maximize down range precision using clip-on night vision and thermal imaging weapon sights, Ashbury’s unique one piece 20 MOA monolithic rail option is available.

The truly modular MRCS-AR rifle chassis system is manufactured to ISO:9001-2008 standards from aerospace grade aluminum alloys and carbon reinforced composites.  The base model has a standard hard coat anodized black finish.  A broad range of Cerakote ceramic finish coating colors are available from the APO Custom Shop – some of which match up very well with Magpul furniture colors.

The SABER® MRCS-AR is very lightweight with the short action model weighing only 3.9 lbs.  A “tactical-hunter” version, using a Savage Model 10 FCP with a 24″ medium contour barrel and Bushnell 2.5-16x42mm Elite rifle scope, weighs in under 10 pounds!   APO continues to improve the bolt action rifle shooting experience by continuously focusing on advanced engineering, accuracy, ergonomics, shooter comfort and now cross-over AR accessory appeal with the MRCS-AR.

At the 2016 SHOT Show in booth #31407, Ashbury is displaying versions of the MRCS-AR built up as complete rifles in custom Cerakote finishes.  You’ll can also view the SABER MRCS-AR in the SHOT Show’s New Products Section.  For more information about Ashbury Precision Ordnance Mfg., our line of modular rifle chassis systems, precision rifles, custom pistols and long range shooting accessories, please visit the Ashbury Web Portal. Also, please visit us at the 2016 SHOT Show in booth #31407 located on the upper level in the Law Enforcement section of the exhibition.

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IWI US Expands US Manufacturing To Include Barrel Production

Harrisburg, Pa. (January 2016) –IWI US, Inc., a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) Ltd., and producers of the 2014 American Rifleman “Rifle of the Year” TAVOR SAR, are now expanding their manufacturing capabilities by producing cold-hammer forged barrels for themselves and OEM customers in the United States. The IWI US barrel producing facility is using brand new GFM cold hammer forging machinery producing barrels with tighter tolerances than many currently on the market today. Barrel blanks are precision machined, drilled and honed to exacting standards on state-of-the-art deep hole drilling and honing machines. Having the benefit of IWI Israel’s over 50 years’ experience in manufacturing precision MIL-SPEC barrels, IWI US is already lined up to  start producing AR-15 and M4 barrels for several leading US firearms manufacturers.

“Barrel manufacturing is a key element of our long term strategy to have the capability to manufacture key components of our firearms in the United States.” Michael Kassnar, VP of Sales and Marketing at IWI US commented. “The combination of IWI’s experience with the latest manufacturing technology will allow us to produce the finest cold hammer forged barrels available.”

For additional information on IWI US OEM barrel program email OEM@iwi.us or visit IWI US at the 2016 SHOT Show, booth 15138

For more information, please visit www.iwi.us.

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PRODUCT AVAILABILITY NOTICE SLR-107FR Out of Stock

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LAS VEGAS, NV – Last year Arsenal, Inc. has sent out a number of releases regarding the SLR-107FR rifles as this model kept getting in and out of stock and inquiries from the consumers and dealers kept flocking in. We have been working hard to keep this flagship model in consistent supply in the US market. We succeeded with our mission in the second half of the year 2015.
We begin this year with an announcement that as of January 11, 2016, all SLR-107FR rifles that were manufactured by Arsenal, Inc. have been shipped out to our distributors. This includes all SLR-107FR model configurations – SLR107-31, SLR107-32, SLR107-33, SLR107-34, and SLR107-36. While there are still units in the pipelines with the distributors, dealers, and retail outlets, there will be no additional units shipped out from Arsenal at lease for the rest of the year 2016.

ABOUT ARSENAL, INC.
Arsenal, Inc. is the exclusive licensed US manufacturer of the finest, most authentic firearms for Military, Law Enforcement, Sportsmen, Competition Shooters, Hunters, Collectors, as well as TV & film industry. Arsenal, Inc. uses the latest technology and materials in conjunction with the legendary standards of Arsenal of Bulgaria.
All models made in the US and in Bulgaria are shoulder-fired, gas-operated, magazine-fed rifles and pistols built on forged then milled receivers and implement CNC technology. Arsenal, Inc. also produces a line of rifles and pistols incorporating stamped receivers that offer an economically priced alternative to the traditional forged and milled construction. A wide variety of models are available in calibers 7.62x39mm, 5.56x45mm, and 5.45×39.5mm.
Arsenal, Inc. is online at
www.arsenalinc.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/arsenalinc, and now on Twitter at http://twitter.com/Arsenal_Inc. Phone Arsenal, Inc. at (702) 643-2703 or by email at customerservice@arsenalinc.com

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SUREFIRE XC1 NEW ULTRA-COMPACT PISTOL LIGHT

Surefire has introduced the XC1 weapon mounted light. It is SureFire’s smallest, most lightweight pistol light. It features a powerful, recoil-proof LED that’s focused by a specially developed multi-faceted reflector to create our broad 200-lumen
MaxVision Beam™ perfect for illuminating and identifying threats— and overwhelming their dark-adapted vision—at close range. Measuring less than 2.5 inches long and weighing just over four ounces with its single AAA battery loaded, the XC1 won’t weigh down your handgun, making it a crucial addition to concealed-carry pistols. Its compact body is constructed of lightweight but strong aerospace aluminum that’s hard anodized with a tough Mil-Spec finish, so the XC1 is rugged enough for everyday carry. Ambidextrous switching provides both momentary- and constant-on activation for precision control.

M.S.R.P.: $269.99

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Larry Vickers And Aimpoint U.S.A. Present Some Red Dot Sights With Interesting Backgrounds…

 

Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is a retired US Army 1st SFOD- Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant. In recent years he has hosted tactical firearms related TV shows with the latest being TacTV of which Bravo Company is a presenting sponsor. Larry Vickers special operations background is one of the most unique in the industry today; he has been directly or indirectly involved in the some of the most significant special operations missions of the last quarter century. During Operation Just Cause he participated in Operation Acid Gambit – the rescue of Kurt Muse from Modelo Prison in Panama City, Panama. As a tactics and marksmanship instructor on active duty he helped train special operations personnel that later captured Saddam Hussein and eliminated his sons Uday and Qusay Hussein. In addition he was directly involved in the design and development of the HK416 for Tier One SOF use which was used by Naval Special Warfare personnel to kill Osama Bin Laden. Larry Vickers has developed various small arms accessories with the most notable being his signature sling manufactured by Blue Force Gear and Glock accessories made by Tangodown. In addition he has maintained strong relationships with premium companies within the tactical firearms industry such as Blue Force Gear, BCM, Aimpoint, Black Hills Ammunition, Wilson Combat, Mile High Shooting, Red State Tactical, and Schmidt & Bender.

Larry Vickers travels the country conducting combat marksmanship classes for law abiding civilians, law enforcement and military and has partnered with Alias Training to coordinate classes to best meet the needs of the students attending the class.

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MasterPiece Arms Unveils The MPA9300DMG 9mm Carbine All Aluminum Lower

Comer, Ga. – (January 2016)MasterPiece Arms (MPA), manufacturers of the MPA BA Rifles, Chassis Systems, Defender Pistols and Carbines, Suppressors and MPAR Rifles, proudly announces the MPA9300DMG, the first carbine with an all-aluminum lower from the new DMG (Defender, Machined, Grip) Series. This 9mm carbine is based on the 930DMG Pistol. The grip is MPA’s most ergonomically designed grip system, incorporating a “Solidworks” designed profile, which allows for the use of a standard GLOCK® style magazine. It also includes a low profile magazine release and “Decal Grip” grip panels.

The 9300DMG all-aluminum lower receiver is machined from aircraft grade aluminum – providing cleaner lines and significantly reducing the overall weight of the carbine verses MPA’s standard steel receivers.

The 9300DMG is chambered in 9mm and includes upgraded features, such as adjustable front and rear sights. The free-floating handguard is produced from an aluminum extrusion and has no fasteners. The inner diameter of the handguard measures 1.570 inches.

The MPA9300DMG comes standard in a “Burnt Bronze” Cerakote® coating. It is also available in Black, Tungsten, Gunmetal, Flat Dark Earth and Sniper Green Cerakote® finishes. The carbine is further equipped with a side cocker, side folding stock, scope mount, barrel extension, hammer with disconnect (plus original hammer) and comes in an MPA polymer case.

MPA9300DMG Specifications:

Caliber:
9mm
Barrel Length:
16.2 in.
Weight:
5 lbs.
Thread:
1/2-28
MSRP:
$966.00

For more information on MasterPiece Arms and their product line of pistols, rifles, carbines and suppressors, visit www.masterpiecearms.com.

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Walther CCP Awarded 2016 Golden Bullseye

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(FORT SMITH, Ark.) –The innovative CCP pistol with Walther SOFTCOIL™ technology has been selected as the 2016 Golden Bullseye Shooting Illustrated Women’s Innovation Product of the Year. The CCP packs a powerful 9mm round in a slim and ergonomic fit, making it a great concealed carry choice for all shooters.

The prestigious Golden Bullseye award is presented to those special products that exceed evaluators’ expectations. Products honored with this award are both recognized as innovative in design and function, and readily perceived as a value to buyers.

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The Walther CCP (Concealed Carry Pistol) is engineered with leading edge Walther SOFTCOIL™ gas-delayed blowback technology. This innovative technology reduces felt recoil, so shooters feel more comfortable operating the pistol. Chambered in 9mm, the CCP pistol features Walther signature ergonomics and a smooth, short trigger pull. The CCP sets the standard for concealed carry performance, delivered at a great value.

According to Everett Deger, Walther Arms’ Director of Marketing, Walther is thrilled with the recognition. “The CCP has played a big role in helping Walther establish itself in the U.S. as a leader in innovative firearms. This recognition by the NRA is very rewarding,” said Deger. To learn more about the award winning CCP, visit www.waltherarms.com/golden.

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Larry Vickers On Vertical Grip Placement

Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is a retired US Army 1st SFOD- Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant. In recent years he has hosted tactical firearms related TV shows with the latest being TacTV of which Bravo Company is a presenting sponsor. Larry Vickers special operations background is one of the most unique in the industry today; he has been directly or indirectly involved in the some of the most significant special operations missions of the last quarter century. During Operation Just Cause he participated in Operation Acid Gambit – the rescue of Kurt Muse from Modelo Prison in Panama City, Panama. As a tactics and marksmanship instructor on active duty he helped train special operations personnel that later captured Saddam Hussein and eliminated his sons Uday and Qusay Hussein. In addition he was directly involved in the design and development of the HK416 for Tier One SOF use which was used by Naval Special Warfare personnel to kill Osama Bin Laden. Larry Vickers has developed various small arms accessories with the most notable being his signature sling manufactured by Blue Force Gear and Glock accessories made by Tangodown. In addition he has maintained strong relationships with premium companies within the tactical firearms industry such as Blue Force Gear, BCM, Aimpoint, Black Hills Ammunition, Wilson Combat, Mile High Shooting, Red State Tactical, and Schmidt & Bender.

Larry Vickers travels the country conducting combat marksmanship classes for law abiding civilians, law enforcement and military and has partnered with Alias Training to coordinate classes to best meet the needs of the students attending the class.

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