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A Look At Six Spyderco Folders For 2017

Posted on Monday, 6 February, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Spyderco one of the most highly regarded knife makers in the world was founded by Sal Glesser. The first product Spyderco produced was the Portable Hand in 1976, this “spider-shaped device”, which gave the company its name, was a series of angles, ball joints and alligator clips that helped people such as jewelers and hobbyists to work with small parts.

From its humble beginnings, Spyderco has grown to employ over 138 people with over $10 million in revenues and a global presence. Spyderco management and its employees have a deep appreciation for our Armed Forces and is committed to supporting them through excellent products and military discounts. Recipient of numerous industry awards, Sal Glessers company is an American company we can all be proud of!

DELICA 4 – This is a Wharncliffe blade profile available in two edge types plain edge or the fully serrated SpyderEdge. M.S.R.P.

VG-10
2.4oz/68g
Back Lock
Full-Flat
FRN Handle

Euro Edge – Part of Spyderco’s Ethnic Series, the Euro Edge was designed by custom knifemaker Ed Schempp, this knife was inspired by Schempp’s hands-on research in some of Europe’s finest museums, M.S.R.P. $369.95

CPM S30V
6 oz.
Liner Lock
Dagger
G10 Handle

Manix 2 – Manix 2 Lightweight folding knife combines all the proven qualities of this award-winning design with a blade crafted from state-of-the-art Maxamet steel. Carpenter® Technology Corporation developed Maxamet specifically for use in the rollers of their steel rolling mills. M.S.R.P. $279.95

Maxamet
3.0oz/85g
Ball Bearing Lock, Full Flat Grind, FRCP

Lil Temperance 3 – The original Lil’ Temperance took the high-performance qualities of the iconic Temperance fixed blade and distilled them into a powerful folding knife. M.S.R.P. $319.95

VG10
4 oz.
Compression Lock
Full Flat Grind
G10 Handle

D’Allara 3 – John D’Allara was a New York City police officer and knife enthusiast who gave his life to save those of others during the 9/11 attacks. To honor his memory, over the years Spyderco has produced several versions of a signature D’Allara folding knife. The latest addition to this elite family is the D’Allara 3. M.S.R.P. $319.95

CPM S30V
4.5oz/128g
Ball bearing lock
Full Flat Grind
G10 Handle

Lil Sub-Hilt – Designed by knifemaker Butch Vallotton, the Lil’ Sub-Hilt is a more compact, pocket friendly version of his first Spyderco collaboration, the Vallotton Sub-Hilt. Like the original, it features a beautiful handle constructed with full skeletonized stainless steel liners and stainless steel bolsters.

CPM S30V
5.2oz/147g
Liner Lock
Hollow Ground
G10 Handle

Posted in Knives and Tools | Tagged D’Allara 3, Delica 4, Euro Edge, Lil Sub-Hilt, Lil Temperance 3, Manix 2, Spyderco | Comments Off

Larry Vickers On The FAMAS F1

Posted on Monday, 6 February, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

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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Federal Premium Introduces Hunter Match 22 Long Rifle

Posted on Friday, 3 February, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

ANOKA, Minnesota – February 2, 2017 – Federal Premium Ammunition is proud to announce its new Hunter Match 22 Long Rifle ammunition. The load raises the bar for high-performance rimfire hunting ammunition, providing true long-range accuracy and outstanding terminal effectiveness. Shipments are currently being delivered to dealers.
Serious small game and varmint hunters demand more than standard performance from their rimfire loads. The Hunter Match 22 LR hollow-point lead bullet has been tuned for optimum penetration and expansion out to 100 yards, and its high-velocity loading provides the flat trajectories and energy to take down any target. Its nickel-plated case ensures flawless extraction and inhibits corrosion.
Features & Benefits
• 22 LR long-range hunting load for small game and varmints
• Loaded to high-velocity match-grade accuracy specification
• Nickel-plated case for reliable extraction and corrosion protection
• Hollow point lead bullet tuned for optimum penetration and expansion out to 100 yards
Part No. / Description / MSRP
720 / Hunter Match 22 LR HV 40 grain HP, 50-count / $7.95
Federal Premium is a brand of Vista Outdoor Inc., an outdoor sports and recreation company. For more information on Federal Premium, go to www.federalpremium.com.

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Kinetic Concealment Has Been Awarded a Multi-Layered Firearms Holster Patent

Posted on Friday, 3 February, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Kinetic Concealment, known as the originators of the neoprene-backed hybrid holster is proud to announce their recent acquisition of a US Utility Patent for their multi-layered hybrid holster.
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has granted Kinetic Concealment Inc. U.S. Patent No. 9,568,275. The patent is an accomplishment that helps solidify the Kinetic Concealment brand as a true innovator in the firearms industry.
The idea of the neoprene-backed leather hybrid holster came about as a way to make conceal carry more comfortable and for the user to be more open to utilizing an IWB holster without the use of an undershirt. The neoprene also acts as a moisture barrier, aiding in the fight against rust on a firearm that is holster carried for long periods of time.
Located in Tennessee, Kinetic Concealment offers a full line of inside and outside the waistband holsters, conceal carry belts, as well as an assortment of other firearms accessories. All products can be ordered online and shipped directly to the customer.

For more information on Kinetic Concealment, visit www.kineticconcealment.com. For press inquires contact Monica Arnold at pr@blueaugust.com

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Hexmag’s NEW Glock Compatible Pistol Magazines

Posted on Friday, 3 February, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

February, 2017–Loveland, CO- Hexmag, LLC– maker of the most advanced and versatile AR-15/AR-10 platform magazines on the market, proudly announces its move into high-quality pistol magazines that will be available in early Spring of 2017.

These robust new lightweight (1.4 ounces) magazines feature a 17-round capacity for the Glock Model 17 and are also compatible with Glock 17C, G26, G34 and G17L models. Hexmag will follow launch of the 17-round magazine with a 10-round version for California residents and a 30-round version for those who need a super-high capacity magazine.

Hexmag’s Glock compatible magazines are available in either Black or Flat Dark Earth (FDE) matte finish and come with Hexmag’s patented gripping surface and a textured front-side “training” pattern for fast and easy indexing when reloading.

Constructed of Hexmag’s high-impact UV stabilized PolyHex₂ Advanced Composite, these are tough magazines designed for hard work. Hexmag uses a proprietary Fusiform heat-treated stainless steel spring set at OEM tension for reliable feeding even after long-term storage when kept fully loaded.

“We listened closely to the market,” says Hexmag’s marketing director Dave Smith, “and saw the need for an alternative polymer Glock compatible magazine that was affordable, lightweight and as tough as our AR-15 and AR-10 magazines – and then refined and upgraded the design by integrating the classic hexagonal pattern for enhanced grip and indexing reference points.”

It gets better! These new pistol magazines feature Hexmag’s industry-first pistol identification system, the HexID Color Identification System perfected on its AR-15/AR-10 magazines. The base plate can be easily removed without tools and the follower and base latch plate color changed to designate which ammunition/bullet is in the magazine for quick identification.

MSRP: $16.99

Hexmag pistol and rifle magazines are made in the USA and come with Hexmag’s Lifetime Warranty!

Hexmag, LLC

Loveland, CO
1-855-439-6247
www.hexmag.com

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Revision Aids In Counterfeit Sting Operations At Two Tradeshows, Resulting In Multiple Arrests

Posted on Friday, 3 February, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Essex Junction, Vermont (Feb. 2, 2017) – Since the Revision-aided sting operation at last year’s SIA Snow Show in Denver, Colorado, Revision has elevated company efforts to eradicate counterfeit Revision products from the market. Revision is a world leader in integrated, purpose-built soldier solutions; all of the Company’s protective eyewear has consistently and unequivocally exceeded global military-grade testing requirements and has been proven in action around the world. Accordingly, Revision views counterfeit products as a direct threat to the integrity of the Company and, more importantly, to Revision customers, who depend on the high standards and protection of authentic Revision gear. Revision maintains all intellectual property rights on all Revision products-rights that are total and international.

“Revision will take aggressive, unflinching action to eliminate any and all counterfeit operations,” said Jonathan Blanshay, CEO of Revision. “It should be perfectly clear that Revision will not tolerate any counterfeit products that essentially duplicate Revision’s designs but not quality on the market-period. We created these products and it is simply unacceptable to have low-level con artists steal our property and profit from it, especially at the expense of our end-users-the soldiers and police who protect us each and every day.

“Revision will take any and all actions within our power to put a forceful and immediate stop to illegal counterfeit businesses and illicit knockoff products, using every legal means at our disposal to prosecute offenders with extreme prejudice.Revision has invested tens of millions of dollars in designing, manufacturing, testing and certifying our industry leading products, and we will not tolerate the outright theft of our intellectual property. Revision’s mission is to provide the very best protection to soldiers and we will stamp out anyone who attempts to undermine that promise to global warfighters. Revision will relentlessly pursue offenders and will not stop until all involved are brought to justice and put behind bars.”

This week, Revision again aided law enforcement in two successful sting operations against alleged counterfeit eyewear distributors. This is the second consecutive year that Revision has aided in a significant sting operation. This year, Revision, working in conjunction with the Dearborn and Ohio County Prosecutor’s Office in Indiana, aided in the execution of sting operations at two separate trade show events- Jan. 18 at SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, and Jan. 26 at the SnowSports Industries America (SIA) Snow Show in Denver, Colorado-resulting in multiple arrests.

Warrants were issued for owners of two companies: Airsoft Wholesaler, Inc. (a California-based company trading as “Lancer Tactical”) and Guangzhou Yijia Optical Technique Co. Ltd. (a company based in Guangzhou, China trading as “PTide”). Both companies are accused of selling unauthorized counterfeit versions of Revision Military’s Desert Locust goggles, and “Lancer Tactical” is also accused of selling imitation versions of Revision Military’s Bullet Ant goggles. Revision has tested samples of products distributed by these companies and has verified that the counterfeit goggles from both manufacturers fail ANSI testing, EN166 anti-fog testing, MIL-PRF-32432 abrasion testing, and have V50 ballistic values well below Revision product standards.

Changqing Chen (aka Chang Chen), co-owner of “Lancer Tactical” was arrested on the trade show floor at SHOT Show in Las Vegas; the other co-owner, Changying Chen (aka Lily Chen), is still at large. The representatives of “PTide”-owner Chen Jiajun (aka Jiajun Chen) and sales manager Zhang Ping (aka Ping Zhang)-were both arrested on the SIA trade show floor in Denver. All four individuals face six felony charges: corrupt business influence, conspiracy to commit corrupt business influence, theft, conspiracy to commit theft, counterfeiting and conspiracy to commit counterfeiting.

Last April, Revision’s Senior Director of Legal and Governmental Affairs, Greg Maguire, testified before a Senate Judiciary Committee investigating the impact of foreign counterfeiters, making numerous appeals and proposing concrete steps to representatives to curtail widespread illegal counterfeit operations. Additionally, Revision employs a full-time member of the Legal department staff dedicated to researching and tracking counterfeit manufacturers, distributors and exhibitors.

Revision strongly recommends only purchasing from approved distributors and retailers. Visit Revision’s website for a full list of Revision vendors. To ensure customer safety, if there is any doubt about the authenticity of a product that is marked with Revision’s logo, or resembles a Revision product, please contact Revision directly to verify. For additional information, please contact Greg Maguire,gmaguire@revisionmilitary.com, or, Dearborn and Ohio County Prosecutor, Lynn Deddens, ldeddens@dearbornohioprosecutor.com. The fact that the defendants have been charged with crimes are merely allegations and the defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Above: Jiajun Chen and Ping Zhang, owner and sales manager, respectively, of “PTide” (exhibiting as “Guangzhou Yijia Optical Technique Co. Ltd”), were arrested on the trade show floor at this week’s SIA Snow Show in Denver, Colorado.

Above: Authentic Revision Desert Locust (bottom left) and Bullet Ant (top right) goggles offer military-grade protection and performance for troops around the world.

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Gander Mountain Now Stocking Grand Power Pistols

Posted on Friday, 3 February, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Manufactured in Slovakia and distributed exclusively by Eagle Imports Inc., Grand Power pistols offer top notch quality in a low-recoil pistol at an affordable price.

Wanamassa, N.J. (February 2017) – Gander Mountain, one of the nation’s largest retail outdoor specialty network of stores, is now stocking Grand Power pistols. Eagle Imports, Inc. is the exclusive US distributor for the Slovakian produced pistols. The Grand Power brand is an internationally recognized designer and manufacturer of some of the most modern, innovative semi-automatic pistols offered to civilians and law enforcement alike.

These extremely reliable polymer pistols passed a 20,000 round torture test with zero failures to feed. In addition to their reliability they’re able to produce very accurate groups due to the pistols unique locking system that features a rotating barrel that unlike traditional pistols, never tilts up, minimizing felt recoil and keeping the muzzle on target shot-after-shot. The ambidextrous Grand Powers are produced with the finest craftsmanship and are ergonomically designed to fit snuggly in the hand and come with four back straps of various sizes for the ultimate in custom fit. Grand Power has proven itself as the trusted sidearm of various militaries and police units the world over.

“We are very proud to have the Grand Power brand represented in the Gander Mountain stores across the country,” Michael Sodini, President of Eagle Imports, Inc. said. “Grand Powers are extremely well engineered and their reputation in the US continues to grow. We are confident that Gander Mountain will be instrumental in helping more Americans discover the amazing attributes of this pistol line.”

To learn more about Grand Power, or any of the other firearm brands that Eagle Imports carries, visit http://eagleimportsinc.com. Gun owners looking to purchase a Grand Power pistol can visit Gander Mountain.

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NSSF Backs President’s Selection of Gorsuch for Supreme Court

Posted on Friday, 3 February, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

NEWTOWN, Conn. – The National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®), the trade association for the firearms, ammunition and related industries, tonight expressed its strong support for President Donald Trump’s nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit to become an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court.

“We are pleased to lend our support to President Trump’s nomination of Judge Gorsuch to the Supreme Court and urge the Senate to approve his nomination in as expeditious manner as possible,” said Lawrence Keane, NSSF senior vice president and general counsel. “We are confident that Judge Gorsuch will serve our nation with distinction as an Associate Justice of our nation’s highest court and that his service will do honor to the legacy of the late Justice Antonin Scalia in the protection of the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Americans.”

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Is it Time To Review The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) ?

Posted on Friday, 3 February, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

It’s Friday and time for our weekly (most of the time) shoot the shit topic. It’s that time of the week when readers can express unsupported opinions, use profanity, insult anyone you wish or change the subject altogether. This week’s topic is ITAR otherwise know as International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Some background on ITAR…

Section 38 of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2778), as amended, authorizes the President to control the export and import of defense articles and defense services. The statutory authority of the President to promulgate regulations with respect to exports of defense articles and defense services is delegated to the Secretary of State by Executive Order 13637. These regulations are primarily administered by the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Defense Trade Controls, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs.

The items designated by the Secretary of State for purposes of export and temporary import control constitute the U.S. Munitions List. If you are in a business covered by entries in the U.S. Munition List you are then required to obtain licenses, secure authorization and request permissions to export your product.

My concern rests primarily with Category I, II and III of the U.S. Munitions List because it hits domestic firearms manufacturers, manufacturers of accessories, suppressors, optics manufactured to mil-spec and others. Furthermore, you as an individual are prohibited from traveling outside of the country with a legally purchased item that by whim made its way to the U.S. Munitions List. Let me give you an example. If you have a hunting rifle with an optic designed to military specifications, and you travel outside of the country for a hunting trip, you are in violation of ITAR regulations.

ITAR regulations are extreme, to the extent they prevent many of our outstanding established and young companies from competing in the global market place stifling their growth. They are also outside the legislative process so they can be used by administrations hostile to the industry. I can understand export regulations of strategic technologies and their components, but why a pistol grip, magazine, rifle barrel or magnified optic should be restricted is beyond me. Ridiculous!

So we think it’s high time to take a close look at ITAR regulations and bring them back to reality so they properly serve national security interests but not stifle our domestic firearms industry by keeping them from competing on the global market. To that end, we ask our readers to speak with your elected officials and encourage them to advance this cause. We’re blessed to have a White House that understands the challenges of growing a business, adding market share and succeeding in the global economy so let’s get it done! Hit @POTUS with some tweets and ask the White House to take ITAR under review.

If you have questions, suggestions or comments send them our way. We love hearing from you and we thank you for your participation. Have a great weekend, be safe and enjoy some quality time with your buds and family.

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REMINGTON ARMS HAS SOME REBATES FOR YOU

Posted on Thursday, 2 February, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

2017 Rebates – All R51 & RM380 Handguns

BEGINS 2/01/17. Consumer Rebates are MAIL-IN ONLY. Valid on purchases made from 2/01/17 through 3/05/17. All requests must be postmarked by 3/31/17.

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2017 Rebates – All Turkey Loads

BEGINS 2/01/17. Consumer Rebates are MAIL-IN ONLY. Valid on purchases made from 2/01/17 through 3/05/17. All requests must be postmarked by 3/31/17.

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2017 Rebates – All Model 870 Shotguns, Model 700 Varmint Rifles, and Model 700 Tactical Rifles

BEGINS 2/01/17. Consumer Rebates are MAIL-IN ONLY. Valid on purchases made from 2/01/17 through 3/05/17. All requests must be postmarked by 3/31/17.

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Parabon NanoLabs Wins Prestigious 2016 Tibbetts Award

Posted on Wednesday, 1 February, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

DNA Technology Innovator Recognized for Achievements by Small Business Administration

Reston, Va. (31 January 2017) –Parabon NanoLabs (Parabon) announced today its receipt of the 2016 Tibbetts Award, presented by the Small Business Administration (SBA) in honor of small businesses that exhibit excellence in technology innovation. Winners are considered “the best of the best” from the thousands of firms that currently participate in the Federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program and are selected for the economic impact of their innovations, and the extent to which their innovations have served federal R&D needs. Parabon received the award, along with other winners, at the SBIR Hall of Fame and Tibbetts Award Ceremony, held Jan. 10 2017 at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C.

With assistance from the SBIR program, Parabon has developed and commercialized DNA technologies in both the forensic and therapeutic industries. Starting from SBIR Phase I and Phase II awards from the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Parabon developed the Snapshot DNA Phenotyping System, the world’s first software application capable of accurately predicting appearance, ancestry and kinship from forensic DNA samples. Rather than improving on existing capabilities, Parabon innovated in the fields of genetics and computer science to build an entirely new method of analyzing forensic DNA. In the two years since it was first commercialized, Snapshot has been used by over 80 agencies within the law enforcement and counterterrorism communities, with analyses performed on samples from 10 countries.

Separately, SBIR projects with the National Science Foundation, Army Research Office, and Edgewood Chemical Biological Center helped Parabon develop the company’s computer-aided design (CAD) software for nanoengineering DNA constructs, the inSēquio^™ Design Studio. Now, with funding from the Defense Health Program and the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the company is using inSēquio to design and develop synthetic vaccines, i.e., vaccines created purely through chemical synthesis to avoid the risks associated with traditional attenuated (“live”) vaccines. The ability to rationally design and produce multifunctional compounds from DNA, where the relative location of each subcomponent is precisely determined, gives Parabon and its customers a compelling drug and diagnostic development advantage.

“We are honored to receive the Tibbetts Award and grateful to the government agencies that have believed in our capabilities. The award serves as recognition of our long-term efforts to innovate at the intersection of DNA technology and high-performance computing,” said Dr. Steven Armentrout, CEO of Parabon. “It’s also a testament to the energy and creativity our entire team brings to their work,” he added. Paula Armentrout, VP Operations at Parabon said, “The SBIR/STTR program is a wonderful economic development tool and a valuable resource for small businesses. We owe a special ‘Thank you’ to Virginia’s Center for Innovative Technology (CIT) for making us aware of the SBIR program, and for providing the training and support that helped us succeed.”

Posted in Biometrics | Tagged Nano Labs, Parabon | Comments Off

Gear Review: Blackhawk’s Omnivore Multi-Platform Holster

Posted on Monday, 30 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

I had the opportunity to review Blackhawk’s latest addition to their tactical line of holsters. The Omnivore is a multi-platform design for railed pistols in two varieties, light bearing and non light bearing

Read my review…

View this document on Scribd

Posted in Holsters | Tagged Blackhawk, CTC, G17, Omnivore, P226, Streamlight, Surefire, TLR-1, TLR-2, X300 | Comments Off

DOW at 20,000 + ??

Posted on Friday, 27 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Image result for Dow Jones TGIF! This is our first shoot the shit topic in a month or two. If you were thinking we would discontinue shoot the shits you’re wrong. This is a weekly event (most of the time unless we’re slammed). We like shoot the shits because it gives readers a chance to make any unsupported comments, use profanity, insult anyone they wish or change the subject altogether. A therapist would charge several hundred dollars per hour, more if they are using anonymous therapy and even more if they hit you with subliminal transference. It’s insane, but keep in mind that psychiatrist and psychologists are living proof that free market economies produce sufficient surpluses to support their ass.

Our shoot the shit topic for today centers around the Dow’s current valuation at over 20,000. I’m reminded of a former colleague’s favorite saying, which I think is appropriate to all of our personal success.

“ Dress British and think Yiddish”

“Buy low and sell high”

If you remember just those two things you will be astronomically successful! Now is the time to seriously consider the later. Here’s our reasoning…

The stock market is being driven by emotion and enthusiasm, for good reason. We have a great President, someone who understands business and what it takes to build a successful enterprise. He also likes to work and boy has he hit the ground running. More importantly, he firmly believes that government’s reason for existence is to benefit its citizens. He is committed to lowering taxes across the board, and even more importantly eliminating counterproductive regulations burdensome to business and business startups. But, who is it that’s winning in this market? It’s the guy selling into the rising market. So, keep that in mind and take your profits as appropriate.

An overpriced market, like what we have now, while good for investors also has a deleterious effect on job creation; here’s why.

Let say that all of your life you’ve wanted to set up shop and sew tactical nylon for sale. You clean out your savings account and you take a 2nd mortgage on your home, and with $200,000, you buy 2 or 3 sewing machines, tables, computers for patterns etc. and start sewing. In many instances you can expect to take a loss on year one, but let’s say that in year two you start to make a little money. Here is how that breaks down on your profit and loss statement.

Gross Sales – Cost of Good Sold = Gross Profit ( depending on the business you’re in, you can expect that to be from 40% – 50%)

Gross Profit – Selling and Administrative Expense = Income before Taxes (depending on the business this could be 2% – 20%)

Now, for a split second, let’s jump back to the market which is up 9.5% since the election in Nov 2016 , this translates to an annual return of 38%

Where should your $200,000 be allocate?

Readers, have a great and safe weekend. Get out to the range and spend some quality time with your friends and families.

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MAGNUM BOOTS OPUS MID BOOT

Posted on Thursday, 26 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

In December 2016, I reviewed the Opus boot from Magnum Boots. You can read my review here. In the interest of brevity, I won’t repeat what I’ve already discussed in my review but I will summarize by saying these boots are like wearing your athletic shoes, this is the level of comfort you can expect; the added benefit is excellent ankle and heel support.

For 2017, Magnum Boots will be offering the Opus boot in camouflage. These boots sell for $110 and they’re worth every penny. MAGNUM did not have a firm availability but July 2017 is credible.

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STREAMLIGHT PROTAC HL-X

Posted on Thursday, 26 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

For 2017 Streamlight has amped up the lumens on a number of their handheld lights. In addition to producing brighter lights, the company introduced the HL-X line of handheld and weapon mounted ProTac lights.

These lights feature Streamlight’s dual fuel technology that uses two CR123A lithium batteries (included); also accepts one Streamlight rechargeable 18650 lithium ion battery. The Ten-Tap programming provides access to three user selectable preset programs: 1.) high/strobe/low; 2.) high only; 3.) low/medium/high. The C4 LED produces 65 – 1000 lumens, low – high, with run times of 1.25 hours on high to 20 hours on low.

These lights will be available March –April 2017 and you should be able to pick them up for $100 plus or minus a few bucks. They are extraordinary tactical lights with superb quality and Streamlight’s customer service in unsurpassed. Pick one up!

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LARRY VICKERS ON THE WILSON COMBAT AR9G SBR

Posted on Wednesday, 25 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Posted in Training | Tagged AR9G, Vicker's Tactical, Wilson Combat | Comments Off

CORRECTION TO MY BURRIS 1-8 x 24 XTR-II REVIEW OF 17 NOVEMBER 2016

Posted on Saturday, 21 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Mid November 2016, I published a review of the Burris 1-8 x 24 XTR-II. In that review, I commented on the turret cap retention mechanism. My comments were factually incorrect. You can read the original review here. My original comments were:

“…One area where a minor modification to the turret system design makes sense is the turret cap retaining screw of the wind turret. Burris used a slotted aluminum retaining screw to secure the turret cap. I’d like to see a transition to a steel or hex fastener. The current retaining screw has a very shallow slot which when combined with its soft aluminum construction can be easily damaged while swapping out turret caps.”

While at Shot Show 2017, I spent some time discussing the issue with Mike from Burris Optics who very patiently and generously enlightened me.

After removing the cap covering the Burris XTR II 1-8×24 windage knob, here is what you see.

To zero the scope, you proceed to adjust the wind value. Once your weapon is zeroed, you loosen two set screws, which frees the cap to rotate around the turret so it can be set to “0”. Burris allows you to completely remove the turret cap so you can transition from a covered windage cap to a larger exposed wind adjustment cap.

To remove the cap you need to back out the two set screws far enough so they clear an internal slot machined into the turret assembly. The flat head slot that you see in the picture has nothing to do with cap retention. It is part of the turret assembly and not to be touched.

Posted in Optics | Tagged 1-8x24, Burris, XTR II | 2 Comments

Surefire Introduces Its XC2 Weapon Mounted Light At Shot Show 2017

Posted on Saturday, 14 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Fountain Valley, CA – SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest, and most innovative, illumination tools and tactical products, will be launching its brand-new XC2 at the 2017 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The XC2 is the next evolution of SureFire’s game changing, ultra-compact pistol lights and builds upon the success of its predecessor, the XC1. It features the same impressive 200-lumen output as the XC1, but also has a 635nm highly visible red-laser.

The addition of this laser in conjunction with its 200-lumen white light, makes the XC2 the ultimate compact accessory for concealed-carry. The XC2’s momentary and constant-on switches also feature improved ergonomics, further improving the weaponlight’s overall performance.

Now those who carry concealed not only have the capability to positively identify threats, but also improved low-light target acquisition and the ability to fire from non-standard shooting positions.

To see the XC2, and other brand-new products by SureFire, stop by the SureFire booth (#13968), located on the second level of the main hall of the Sands Expo Center during the 2017 NSSF SHOT Show, January 17 – 20.

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The MasterPiece Arms (MPA) Chassis is the Official Precision Rifle Series Chassis System for the 2017 Season

Posted on Friday, 13 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

The MPA BA Chassis has proven its superiority as a precision rifle chassis by winning PRS competitions time-and-time again

Comer, Ga.- (January 2017) – MasterPiece Arms (MPA), manufacturers of the MPA BA Rifles, Chassis Systems, Defender Pistols and Carbines, Suppressors and MPAR Rifles, is proud to announce that the Precision Rifle Series has chosen the MPA Chassis system as the Official 2017 PRS Chassis.

“Our MPA Chassis system has been available to serious shooters for several years now and has been dominating the PRS winning time-and-time again,” Phil Cashin, President of MasterPiece Arms commented. “We are honored the Precision Rifle Series has taken notice and chosen us as its official chassis.”

MasterPiece Arms has fields a team of the top long distance shooters in the country that regularly compete in and win PRS events. Launched in 2011 PRS provides local, regional and national matches and supports the growth of the practical long range rifle discipline.

MasterPiece Arms now offers the MPA BA Chassis system for the Remington 700 Short and Long, Savage and Howa Short and Long actions, the Badger M2013, Mausingfield, Surgeon 591SA and 1086 LA, Stillers, and Tikka T3 and others. Featuring the MPA V-Bedding system, customers have the option to glass bed the action and straight section the barrel if desired. Machined from 6061 aluminum, the MPA BA chassis is the ambidextrous feature-rich performance platform for the serious shooter.

For more information on membership at the Southern Oaks Rifle and Hunting Club visit www.southernoaksrange.com or call 770-401-3572.

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

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STREAMLIGHT UPGRADES THREE PROTAC® MODELS

Posted on Thursday, 12 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

EAGLEVILLE, PA, January 12, 2017 – Streamlight^® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, has significantly upgraded the lumen output of three lights from its popular ProTac^® tactical series: the ProTac^® 1L, ProTac^® 2L, and ProTac^®2AA. Combining compact size and LED technology, the upgraded lights are among the most versatile personal carry lights available for users, ranging from law enforcement personnel to industrial technicians.

“Streamlight has increased the lumen output for all three of these ProTac lights without compromising their compact size,” said Streamlight Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Michael F. Dineen. “These enhancements, combined with the added flexibility of their TEN-TAP^® programming, make these lights ideal for a wide variety of operating needs.”

On high, the ProTac 2L, ProTac 1L and ProTac 2AA deliver 350, 275 and 250 lumens, respectively, and feature run times of up to three hours and 15 minutes. On low, run times range from 24 to 43 hours. On the strobe setting, the ProTac 2L runs for six hours, the 1L runs for 3.5 hours, while the 2AA runs for four hours.

The ProTac 1L and ProTac 2L use one or two 3 Volt CR123A lithium batteries, respectively, which have a shelf life of 10 years. The ProTac 2AA is powered by two AA alkaline batteries.

All three upgraded lights feature Streamlight’s TEN-TAP^® programming, which enables users to select among three programs: high/strobe/low (the factory default setting); high only; or low/high.

Each light features a power LED for extreme brightness. A multi-function, push-button tactical tail switch allows for one-handed operation of the lights’ momentary, variable intensity, and strobe modes.

Similar to other models in the ProTac series, the upgraded lights are thin and easy to carry, weighing between 2 and 3.4 ounces with batteries, and measuring between 3.43 and 6.14 inches.

With bodies fabricated from machined aircraft aluminum with an anodized finish, the lights also feature an anti-roll face cap and a glass lens that is O-ring sealed. All three lights are IPX7 rated for waterproof operation to one meter for 30 minutes, and are two-meter impact resistance tested. Each includes a removable pocket clip and holster.

The ProTac 2AA, ProTac 1L, and ProTac 2L have MSRPs of $70.00, $75.00 and $85.00, respectively, and include Streamlight’s Limited Lifetime Warranty.

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The New T15 Mini-Thermal Imager Offers Optical Zoom from 3 to 8x

Posted on Thursday, 12 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

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San Diego, CA – January 2017: Utilizing a FLIR core, Torrey Pines Logic, Inc. has developed a unique optical zoom imager from 3x to 8x in a tiny package. Small enough to be held in the palm of your hand or fit on a Picatinny rail. Useful in both applications/situations during all lighting conditions, including total darkness.
The T15 can be used in variety of search and rescue operations, fire fighting, law enforcement and military detection as well as other commercial applications. There are two models available: both are 9Hz units ideal for surveillance and are export ready. The T15-C is slightly smaller and lighter than the T15 which comes with a rail mount.
The range and field-of-view for the new T15 thermal imager is excellent considering it’s small form factor. The field-of-view and range for the T15 is from 18.7° to 7° with a maximum human detection range of 162m @ 3x – 436m @8x. For law enforcement, fire fighting, search and rescue and military, the wide angle and extended range augment agency capabilities conducting challenging search operations.
The T15 Thermal Imager offers a robust set of features commonly found in more expensive devices. The T-15 models offer on-board image and video recording/processing/enhancement, shutter with automatic NUC (Non-Uniformity Correction) capability, USB port for power input and software updates, battery read-out and protection, auto power-save and flexible mounting options: tripod/Weaver mount/Picatinny rail/ and more. Complete with multiple display modes: white hot, black hot, NV green and color. Also includes clip-on attachment for interfacing with optical scopes- and optional 2x lens adapter.

Visit Torrey Pines Logic at the SHOT Show in Las Vegas, booth #20671 in the law enforcement ballroom

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PROOF Research Awarded Contract For Future Weapon Systems Development

Posted on Wednesday, 11 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Columbia Falls, MT — PROOF Research, makers of advanced high-temperature composite aerospace/defense materials and components, cut-rifled steel precision rifle barrels, and carbon-fiber composite rifle barrels that deliver extreme accuracy, durability and up to a 50 percent weight reduction-has been awarded an $11.42 million contract for development of advanced hybrid composite muzzle brakes and medium caliber barrels for future weapon systems.

The program builds on PROOF Research’s successful small caliber barrel technology already in service with U.S. military forces, and will enable medium caliber weapons with increased performance and provide overmatch capability on tomorrow’s battlefield. “This project demonstrates the scalability and broad application of PROOF’s technology to any weapon system” stated PROOF Research CEO, Larry Murphy. “It is an exciting progression of our commercial and military small caliber products that will generate a tactical advantage in larger weapons. We are looking forward to improving the tools available to our warfighters.”

“PROOF’s hybrid composite barrel technology is unique in that it opens up the design space to provide lightweight, high stiffness barrels that cannot be manufactured with traditional materials and techniques. We can design and build medium caliber weapon system barrels with performance characteristics previously not attainable.”

Effort sponsored by the U.S. Government under Other Transaction number W15QKN- 09-9-1001/W15QKN-12-9-0001/W15QKN-14-9-1001 between the National Armaments Consortium and the Government. The views and conclusions contained herein are those of the authors and should not be interpreted as necessarily representing the official policies or endorsements, either expressed or implied, of the U.S. Government.

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IWI US Training Division Classes Now Open

Posted on Wednesday, 11 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

New training courses on IWI firearms, Krav Maga and IWI Armorer’s courses now available to civilians and law enforcement.

Harrisburg, Pa. (January 2017) – IWI US, Inc., a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) Ltd., is proud to announce their new Training Division is open for business. IWI US now offers firearms training and Krav Maga courses at the Reveille Peak Ranch in Burnet, Texas and Armorer’s courses at the Harrisburg Area Community College in Pennsylvania.

“Creating a training division built around IWI’s firearms and the Israeli methodology of self-defense was a natural next-step,” stated Michael Kassnar, vice-president of sales & marketing for IWI US. “We’ve been training law enforcement units as they transition to our bullpup platform and we’ve had numerous requests from the civilian market for the same training. Our new, centrally located, Texas facility allows us to provide this training and offer classes year round.”

The new training courses lead by IWI US national law enforcement sales manager, Tom Alibrando, offer civilians and law enforcement professionals an in-depth experience with the TAVOR SAR and Galil ACE platforms, as well as basic knowledge on carbine, pistol and precision rifle platforms. The TAVOR Operator courses are offered in three levels, from the most basic, which brings a new TAVOR owner from little-to-no familiarity with the fundamentals of bullpup shooting to proficiency, to the most advanced, the active level III course that incorporates the knowledge from the two previous courses and adds training in areas like moving from cover to cover, operating in low light as well as firing from unusual shooting positions.

Krav Maga courses are also available at the Texas facility. Krav Maga is the IDF’s hand-to-hand combat technique and offers an alternative method of self-defense when other means of force are not available to the student. IWI US also offers a Krav Maga course specifically designed for women which will be available in the spring of 2017.

The TAVOR SAR/X95 Armorer Training Course held at the Harrisburg Area Community College is open to law enforcement and industry professionals. The course is designed to familiarize students in the basic maintenance, breakdown and conversions for both platforms.

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

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BLACKHAWK! Omnivore Holster Now Available

Posted on Wednesday, 11 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Overland Park, KS – January 10, 2017 – Multiple holsters for multiple handguns is no longer an issue. The BLACKHAWK! Omnivore is a multi-fit holster that accommodates more than 150 styles of semi-automatic handguns with an accessory rail. The active retention mechanism locks onto our proprietary Rail Attachment Device, not the frame of the handgun. A thumb release disengages the locking mechanism when drawing the handgun. The holsters are now available at dealers.
• MULTI-FIT – Omnivore holsters fit more than 150 styles of semi-automatic handguns with an accessory rail.
• ACTIVE RETENTION MECHANISM – Ergonomic thumb-activated retention mechanism delivers instant firearm access.
• LEVEL 2 RETENTION – Uses two features to hold handgun securely in place.
• FREE-FLOATING DESIGN – Holster locks onto Rail Attachment Device, doesn’t wear firearm’s frame and finish.
• 3-POSITION ADJUSTABLE RELEASE – Height of thumb-activated retention mechanism adjusts to fit your hand.
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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Vertx® Announces Expansion to the RECON Line of Uniforms

Posted on Wednesday, 11 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Vertx® , a premier tactical and outdoor brand of apparel and gear, is pleased to announce the release of new solid colors to the RECON line of uniforms. The RECON line consists of 3 elements- the RECON Garrison Shirt, the RECON Combat Shirt and the RECON Pants. The full line was initially launched in MultiCam®, however, it will now include solid colors OD Green, Navy and Black. Specifically, the RECON Garrison Shirt will now be available in Black, Navy and OD Green. The RECON Combat Shirt will be available in Black, Smoke Grey, Navy, OD Green, and Desert Tan. The RECON Pants will be available in Black, Navy and OD Green.

“We’ve seen great success and reception in the market with our RECON uniform in MultiCam® in regards to its functionality and price point,” says Darrell Morrow, Vice President of Vertx. “With that said, a number of agencies and units expressed their desire to have the uniform offered in their standard colors. This provided the necessary catalyst to investigate which colors were most requested and from that research we ended up with the mix that we are now launching. We feel that the uniform fulfills a need in most agencies and units to have a robust, functional uniform at a feasible price.”

Sought after by America’s Top Federal Elite, the Vertx RECON Uniform in solid colors offers the ultimate in storage and mobility in a 65/35 Poly Cotton Ripstop construction. The RECON uniform offers more storage ability, with higher quality construction, at an affordable price versus other leading competitors. In addition, with the exclusive benefit of 37.5™ Active Particle Technology in the RECON Combat Shirt, this is the only uniform available on the market today to help you conserve energy and sweat less, while staying 5X drier than other performance fabrics.

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The RECON Garrison Shirt offers maximum storage ability in a traditional-style field shirt. Paired with the RECON pants, the RECON Garrison Shirt is 65/35 Poly Cotton Ripstop for reinforced durability, with and without additional gear. The Garrison Shirt offers multiple pocket configurations for carrying and easily accessing needed essentials. The Garrison Shirt has an MSRP of $169.95.

With Over 12 pockets, the RECON Pants offer maximum storage ability for units who need to balance loading and packing with the ability to remain mobile and functional. Its 65/35 Poly Cotton Ripstop design provides reinforced durability for even the toughest missions. The RECON Pants have an MSRP of $169.95.

The RECON Combat Shirt provides high-performance design features and durability in the field. Double-reinforced elbows and ripstop weave fabric hold up to crawling, shooting and climbing while unique camouflage designs blend into multiple environments. The RECON Combat Shirt has an MSRP of $124.95.

To find a Vertx dealer near you please visit: http://www.vertx.com/StoreInfo/StoreLocator

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IWI TAVOR X95 Coming to Canada

Posted on Tuesday, 10 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

The highly anticipated bullpup rifle will be available to shooting enthusiasts across Canada from Q1/17

Ramat HaSharon, Israel, January 10, 2017. Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) – a leader in the production of combat-proven small arms for law enforcement agencies, governments, and armies around the world – will market its TAVOR X95 Bullpup Rifle in Canada starting from the first quarter of 2017.

According to Shlomi Sabag, IWI’s CEO, “After years of activity in the Canadian market and the successful sale of the TAVOR rifle and the JERICHO pistol, the company is proud to launch its cutting-edge TAVOR X95 rifle in this market. Deployed by the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) and many other armies throughout the world, the TAVOR X95 is one of the most advanced bullpup rifles available, combining long barrel with compact dimensions, to provide high accuracy with enhanced maneuverability.”

Based on the US model, the Canadian TAVOR X95 will be adapted to Canadian laws, with an 18.6 inch barrel. The rifle will be manufactured and assembled in Israel on the same production line used for the US market, and will therefore carry the “IWI US” markings. It will be exported directly from Israel to Canada, and, like the TAVOR, will be classified in Canada as non-restricted.

Recently selected as the 2017 “Shooting Illustrated” Rifle of the Year, the TAVOR X95 will be offered in two calibers – 5.56mm and 9mm – with a 9mm conversion kit also available for purchase. The TAVOR X95 platform incorporates a tri-rail forearm covered by three removable vented rail covers. The TAVOR-style grip is modular and can be easily converted to a more conventional AR type. The charging handle has also been relocated closer to the shooter’s center mass, and unlike the TAVOR, the ambidextrous magazine release is located in a similar AR-15 location on the TAVOR X95. Available in Black, FDE, and OD Green, the TAVOR X95 features a lightweight trigger pull, weighing around 3 kilos. The rifle can be purchased with compatible sights from Meprolight – either the MEPRO M21 Day/Night Self-Illuminated Reflex Sight or the MEPRO RDS or RDS PRO (M5) Electronic Weapon Red Dot Sight.

The TAVOR X95 rifle is an innovative firearm that was created and developed in close collaboration with elite units of the IDF. As the standard IDF assault rifle, it is exceptionally reliable in even the harshest weather conditions, and complies with the most stringent NATO standards for small arms.

Sabag continued, “The marketing of the rifle in Canada will begin during the first quarter of 2017. For information on the arrival date in your region, please contact IWI’s Canadian Distributor, North Sylva Co., or your local dealer or gun shop.”

ABOUT IWI

Israel Weapon Industries (IWI), located in the center of Israel, has been a world leader in small arms for over 80 years. IWI is a member of the SK Group, which is composed of companies that develop and manufacture a wide array of military products for governmental entities, armies, and law enforcement agencies around the world. IWI’s best-known products include the TAVOR, X95 (MICRO TAVOR) and GALIL ACE Assault Rifles, the GALIL Sniper Rifle, the DAN .338 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle, the NEGEV Light Machine Gun 5.56 & 7.62 mm, the legendary UZI SMG in its latest evolution – UZI PRO, and the JERICHO pistols – which have all been considered weapons of choice by military units and top law enforcement agencies around the world. The company’s firearms are developed in close collaboration with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF): IWI and the IDF join forces in developing these weapons, whose final configurations are the product of ongoing interaction, field tests, and modifications, resulting from combat requirements and experience. All IWI weapon systems comply with the most stringent military standards (MIL-STD) and ISO 9001 standards.

For more information on IWI, please visit: http://www.iwi.net

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Kalashnikov USA Files Countersuit Against Finish First Tactical, LLC

Posted on Monday, 9 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Filed in Broward County, Florida at the end of 2016 in response to a lawsuit Finish First Tactical filed against Kalashnikov USA and Premax Manufacturing, Kalashnikov USA seeks compensation for breach of contract and non-disclosure agreement by Finish First Tactical.

Pompano Beach, Fla. (January 2017) – Kalashnikov USA answered the lawsuit filed by Finish First Tactical, LLC with a countersuit. Finish First Tactical made public its lawsuit against firearms manufacturer, Kalashnikov USA and a subcontractor, Premax Manufacturing in October 2016 alleging that Kalashnikov USA and Premax breached a mutual non-disclosure agreement (NDA) with Finish First Tactical and began a relationship, which in essence, cut out Finish First Tactical.

The million dollar countersuit by Kalashnikov USA filed December 30, 2016 demonstrates that Kalashnikov USA hired Finish Tactical to manufacture parts for the new American-made Kalashnikov rifles and shotguns. The new claims made by Kalashnikov USA in Broward County Court holds that Finish First Tactical breached the agreement in a number of ways including complete failure to perform, violation of a non-disclosure agreement and fraud.

The initial NDA signed by Finish First Tactical and Kalashnikov USA established a number of restrictions, including non-disclosure of confidential information such as design specifications. Finish First Tactical agreed to supply the specified parts at agreed upon prices and schedules. Without authorization from Kalashnikov USA, and with full knowledge they could not supply the parts, Finish First Tactical engaged a third party manufacturer, Premax Manufacturing to produce the parts. Even after, in good faith, Kalashnikov USA advanced Finish First Tactical substantial funds to encourage them to complete their contract, Finish First Tactical retained the advances and failed to supply product or return of the funds.

The ongoing actions by Finish First Tactical, including misrepresentation, sharing of confidential information and engaging in unfair acts and practices have resulted in Kalashnikov USA seeking damages against Finish First Tactical exceeding $1 million and dismissal of their initial suit.

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STREAMLIGHT® UNVEILS STATE-OF-THE-ART WEBSITE

Posted on Monday, 9 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Enhanced Site Features Responsive Design, Improved Navigation

EAGLEVILLE, PA, January 9, 2017 – Streamlight^®Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting tools, recently launched its newly upgraded website, Streamlight.com, featuring a sleek new look with a responsive design and state-of the-art navigation that works from any device – desktop, tablet, or smartphone.

As part of the new design, Streamlight.com now features updated, easy-to-search product pages and categories that include include key details at a glance. Product pages feature related videos, accessories and multiple image views.

Enhanced product filtering allows users to search by lighting category, product type, product series, or market application, as well as by battery type or lumens.

“The new Streamlight website allows users to find the most up-to-date product information quickly and easily no matter which device they are using,” said Streamlight Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Michael F. Dineen. “To meet the needs of our international customers, we have expanded the translation capabilities to include eight different languages.”

The updated website’s main menu now includes sections on Products, Resources, Video Showcase and Support. A new feature is the site’s Community section, providing drop down menus for corporate information; press releases and other media; trade shows and events; and a portal for purchasing Streamlight-branded gear. Easy-to-navigate tabs allow users to search, choose a language, and find a dealer to purchase products.

In addition, the website is built to provide a local user experience. Ultimately, the site will recognize a user’s location and offer up specific products based on market interest and language.

The site also offers social media sharing capabilities, which enables users to share product information through email or social media channels directly from the site.

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Joint German And USA Weapon Familiarization Training

Posted on Monday, 9 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

If you watch the first 30 to 45 seconds of this You Tube video, you can see the German trainer catching a few hot 5.56 shell casings as they are ejected from the G36. These training session are an excellent way to develop proficiency and grow comradery

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THE SNAKES ARE BACK!

Posted on Monday, 9 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

The Colt Cobra® marks Colt’s triumphant return to the world of double-action revolvers. Its small frame and 2″ barrel make it ideal for concealed carry. Everything on the Cobra emulates the legendary Python pistols; trigger pull and grip angle are all designed to give the shooter a Python feel unique to Colt’s legendary revolver family.

The Cobra® features all-steel construction, as well as a rubber wrapped grip that’s been moved rearward to help manage recoil. The Cobra® is chambered in .38 Special and is +P capable. This firearm was designed to meet the needs of new shooters and seasoned professionals alike. It’s easy and enjoyable to shoot, easy to carry, and draws from the fine lineage that make Colt revolvers special.

Features

Fiber Optic Front Sight
LL2™ Trigger System
Colt Branded Rubber Grip
.38 Special (+P Capable), Six Round Capacity
2″ Barrel Length
M.S.R.P. $699

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Larry Vickers On The SAKO M92S

Posted on Saturday, 7 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

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Brownells New Product Review By Paul Levy

Posted on Saturday, 7 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Paul is presenting some new products from Knights Armament

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A Night Vision Revolution is Here: ColorTAC Opens the Eyes of Existing NVGs to a World of Color

Posted on Friday, 6 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

“Maintaining our tactical advantage at night will require revolutionary, game changing capabilities like color night vision. The goal of our color night vision effort is to provide the SOF operator the ability to see true color on a moonless night with just starlight-a tremendous tactical advantage”- Admiral William H. McRaven, former ninth commander of the United States Special Operations Command.

German WWII night vision device on top of tank

Night vision systems have been around since the 1930s where they were first used by German tank operators in WWII. Since that time night vision has improved by leaps and bounds and has become an integral part of our military, giving the U.S. a great tactical advantage over its foes. It’s allowed our troops to exploit the cover of darkness to move to contact and engage our foes, as well as to save many civilians lives. Night vision gear has found its way from the battlefield to our streets, where SWAT teams and other police units employ NVGs to operate more effectively at night for tasks such as dangerous suspect apprehension, covert surveillance of illegal activity, crime response and search and rescue.

Security professionals use night vision to keep a vigilant eye on our Nation’s critical infrastructure such as power plants, refineries, manufacturing facilities and even nuclear power plants. With the affordable price of later generation NVGs, civilians have purchased thousands of these devices for safer cross-country navigation, wildlife observation and varmint hunting.

For all of night vision’s advantages and the many improvements made since its introduction in WWII it has had one glaring disadvantage. The “green glow,” monochromatic image denies the NVG viewer critical visual information: color. This missing information can be a liability or even potentially deadly. Without the vital information that seeing color can provide, law enforcement personnel may not be able to properly access the scene and make correct tactical decisions; military medics have difficulty telling blood from water, oil or other fluids, and thus may make mistakes in triage priorities; troops can have difficulty navigating terrain; and seeing color can reduce the fatigue and visual distortion green monochromatic night vision can cause. As Admiral McRaven stated in his Feb. 27, 2014, speech at the Hearing of the Senate Armed Services Committee, being able to see color at night will help maintain our troops’ tactical advantage going forward.

Thankfully, this important deficiency of current monochromatic night vision has been addressed. The future is here and Chromatra is bringing it. Chromatra, LLC, established in 2014, is ready to introduce to the world its first product; ColorTAC. ColorTAC, when used in conjunction with any of the over 1-million night vision devices already on the market today, provides the user with, simply, a color image at night. For those who rely on NVG’s to perform their mission, the ability to See What’s Missing can be the difference between life and death.

The ColorTAC CVA-14 easily clips on to any existing PVS-14 product pictured may not represent final production version.

ColorTAC is founded on the Chromatra’s unique Gemini technology that enables the production of color images from otherwise monochromatic imaging devices, yielding impressive low light imaging performance. The ColorTAC unit operates in extreme environments, is easily deployable, lightweight, exceeds market battery life requirements and is affordable. The unit folds up quickly and compactly for storage or transportation and takes just seconds to attach to any existing PVS-14-green or white phosphor- the most common NVG device used by the military and major law enforcement agencies .

Chromatra, LLC based in Beverly, Massachusetts, an East Coast hub of technological innovation and manufacturing, will be rolling out ColorTAC for the law enforcement market at the 2017 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 17 – 20.

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CASIO INTRODUCES THE PRO TREK GPS MAP WATCH

Posted on Thursday, 5 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

Casio Introduced its new outdoor adventure watch, the Pro Trek Smart WSD-F20. The watch supports a number of GPS satellite networks and features downloadable maps. Users can locate their position or record their track with the ability to make notes at points of interest. The WSD-F20 will hit the stores 21 April 2017.

New WSD-F20 with GPS and Full-Color Map display.
Supports both on-line and off-line map operations.
Makes your outdoor activities more fun and more informative no matter where your adventures take you!
* Pre-downloading maps for an area enables off-line color map display even when a signal is not available.
Additional functions include: compass, altimeter, date and time, barometer.
M.S.R.P. To be announced

GPS: Supports positioning data from three satellites
(American GPS, Russian GLONASS^* and Japanese “MICHIBIKI” QZSS).
Steadily receives positioning data and displays your
current position on a full-color map.

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SIG SAUER TACTICAL TIP

Posted on Tuesday, 3 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

SIG SAUER’s Tactical Tip for this month comes to you from SIG SAUER Academy chief instructor, Scott Reidy.

In this video Scott discusses how TCS (Tasks, Conditions, Standards) drills help to measure students to determine their skills and turning it into a performance based drill.

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IWI US’ X95 Wins 2017 Golden Bullseye Award for Rifle of the Year from Shooting Illustrated

Posted on Tuesday, 3 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

The TAVOR X95 with its innovative design and function takes home the coveted prize.

Harrisburg, Pa. (December 2016) – IWI US, Inc., a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) Ltd., is proud to announce that Shooting Illustrated Magazine has chosen the TAVOR X95 for the 2017 Golden Bullseye Award for Rifle of the Year. Shooting Illustrated is the National Rifle Association’s newest official journal with a focus on concealed carry, self-defense and tactical shooting.

“I determined the X95 is The Answer. The Answer to what question(s), you ask? The questions that have plagued security services the world over: How can we combine the range and power of a rifle round in a platform small enough to easily maneuver in and out of vehicles, maintain a low profile in urban areas, fit both males and females for multiple missions, be reliable and remain within sensible budgets? In the X95, all of those requirements are met with aplomb,” remarked Ed Friedman, editor-in-chief of Shooting Illustrated, in his written review of the X95.

The annual Golden Bullseye Awards will be presented at the invitation-only breakfast during the 2017 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Atlanta, Georgia. To be considered for a Golden Bullseye Award the TAVOR X95 was tested and reviewed by the publication’s staff and found to represent the finest quality in a shooting sports product that exceeded not only the reviewer’s expectations but also its customers.

“The entire IWI team is extremely pleased to accept this coveted award,” Michael Kassnar, VP of sales and marketing for IWI US stated. “This award reflects the commitment IWI US has to place the highest quality product into the customer’s hands and to back that product with exemplary customer service.”

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

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LARRY VICKERS ON THE GALIL ACE

Posted on Tuesday, 3 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

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RECOVER TACTICAL NOW HAS NEW GRIP COLORS AVAILABLE

Posted on Tuesday, 3 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

CC3H now available in Phantom Grey

RG15 Quick Change Rubber Grips All Colors on Sale

Visit Recover Tactical for additional details or to make your purchase (HERE)

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OUR TAKE ON THE RUSSIAN HACKS

Posted on Sunday, 1 January, 2017 by twobirdsflyingpub

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Nothing that I say below precludes the possibility of Russian hacks; my purpose for writing this is to provide you with details to suggest we need to take our foot of the hacking gas pedal to let our brains catch up with emotion. So, with that out of the way, let’s talk hacking.

Assessing hack origins is a complex problem. Unlike art, where we can see the artist’s brush strokes, use of color and light to identify the artist and determine authenticity, hacks are a much more complex matter. Hackers operate in networks and they share pieces of successfully implemented computer code with other networks. Successful hacks are rarely conducted against IT infrastructure, for example a network’s router or firewall. That’s too difficult and time consuming. It’s much easier to send out phishing e-mails to trusting individuals. Hackers may send out thousands of e-mails to get 2% bites. These e-mails are increasingly sophisticated and they are part of the sharing program.

For example, you get an e-mail from a bank asking you to validate your online access. It may be a bank that you use, or not. If it happens to be a bank that you do business with, you may be lured into using the link provided in the e-mail. Once you use the link, you’ll be asked to provide name, address, login i/d and password, etc. The hacker now has information they can use to defraud you or worse yet, sells it. They may sell that information to a crime network or a government. Other hacks begin with a similar e-mail but the link takes you to a site that implants malware, keyboard loggers and in some cases will deposit computer code that allows the hacker to create a virtual private network to your computer, which they can call up as needed to transfer files in and out of your computer or device.

Other tricks include downloading free software from a variety of internet sites. Bleach Bit, for example, is downloaded free of charge. The problem is that it hijacks your web browser, directing your web searches to sites that will implant malware on your machines or servers. So, I’ll guarantee you that SOMEONE has a complete record of the Clinton server contents just waiting to be sold.

Eighty percent of hacks can be eliminated by increasing end-user awareness and agency / enterprise IT discipline. The following steps need to be taken at all levels of government and the enterprise.

Train your computer users to identify e-mail phishing attempts. You need to use examples that are as official looking as you can find. Some phishing attempts are crude and poorly written others look like official sources. Train your people!
Set policy that prevents employees from using company or government IT resources for personal use. No personal web browsing or personal e-mails on company PCs, smart devices or laptops.
No local or remote access to enterprise or government resources with personal smart devices, PCs or laptops.

If your agency or company is hacked, chances are that it was self inflicted and points to ineffective IT security. IT managers and senior managers need to implement policies that contain all three elements I’ve identified.

Updated 3 Jan 2017

Here is an example of a phishing e-mail (I’ve removed all hyperlinks so it’s inert)

Microsoft

★account deactivation progress★

Unusual sign-in activity

Malicious content you put your account at risk of losing your emails, click on Verify Now and update you account.

VerifyNow

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Thanks,

The Microsoft account team.

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Posted on Saturday, 31 December, 2016 by twobirdsflyingpub

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