MasterPiece Arms (MPA), manufactures the MPA BA Rifles, Chassis Systems, Defender Pistols and Carbines, Suppressors and MPAR Rifles.
Creating a Masterpiece outlines the process of creating MPA’s famous bolt action rifles from concept through manufacturing and assembly. It concludes with the final product being shown in action in several shooting scenarios. The video was filmed and produced by Core Shooting Solutions’ Director of Marketing Mike Magnum.
Wanamassa, N.J. (January 2016) – Eagle Imports, Inc., the exclusive distributor of Metro Arms, SPS, Bersa, Comanche, Grand Power and Llama firearms products, is proud to announce the arrival of three Grand Power pistols to the American shores for the first quarter of 2016: the K22S, the K22 X-TRIM and the CP380. The Grand Power brand employs high quality materials and state-of-the-art processes and manufacturing to deliver an ergonomically designed, low recoil polymer pistol for sport shooting and civilian carry.
The K22S is the 22LR version of the popular K100 pistol. Designed to accommodate the affordable training caliber in a pistol sized and accessorized with all the features of the full-size version, the K22S is made with a steel frame and slide and ergonomic polymer grip. The K22S has a 5″ fixed barrel and a drift-adjustable steel rear sight. The K22S with DA/SA action with easily accessible controls is designed to fit the hand like a glove, offering superior control whether training, target shooting or using as a transition pistol to the K100.
Designed with the sport shooter in mind, the K22 X-TRIM is an exclusive model created for demanding customers expecting top quality, accuracy and an attractive design. Combine this with user comfort and durability and you have an unstoppable competitive firearm. The K22 X-TRIM is made with a steel frame and slide and ergonomic polymer grip. The pistol combines advantages of a 5″ fixed barrel, micrometric Elliason rear sight, fiber optic front sight and the innovative design of the X-TRIM in a 22LR version.
Protect yourself and your loved ones with the CP380. A sub-compact version of the P380 model with DA/SA action, the CP380 is lightweight, reliable and accurate, making it the ideal pistol for everyday carry. The CP380 has a 3.3″ fixed barrel length and a 12+1 capacity with a drift-adjustable steel rear sight. It is made with a steel frame and slide and ergonomic polymer grip with an easily accessible frame mounted thumb safety.
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Grand Power K22S
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Grand Power K22 X-TRIM
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Grand Power CP380
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Caliber:
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.22 LR
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.22 LR
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.380 ACP
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Action:
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DA/SA
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DA/SA
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DA/SA
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Capacity:
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10+1
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10+1
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12+1
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Barrel Length:
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5″
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5″
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3.3″
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Front Sight:
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Plastic
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Fiber optic
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Plastic
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Rear Sight:
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Drift-Adjustable Steel
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Elliason
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Drift-Adjustable Steel
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Finishes:
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Black
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Black
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Black
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Grips:
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Polymer
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Polymer
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Polymer
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Steel side, steel frame, polymer grip
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Steel slide, steel frame, polymer grip
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Steel slide, steel frame, polymer grip
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Frame mounted thumb safety
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Frame mounted thumb safety
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Frame mounted thumb safety
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24.5 oz.
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25.1 oz.
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22.6 oz.
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8″
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1.4″
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$528.00
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$528.00
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SilencerCo introduced the Hybrid™ – a 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 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.
Specifications:
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
Accessories: Click HERE for a quick-reference poster of all Hybrid accessories. MSRP: $999
Imagine a weapon mounted laser/light combination that can be controlled wirelessly, Crimson Trace did just that. The company has just announced its new LiNQ® System. This wireless and remote operation system utilizes a powered control grip to activate and operate a forward—or remotely located—light and laser sight module. The two-piece LiNQ System is designed to equip and upgrade nearly all standard long guns with rails and replaceable pistol grips.
The patented LiNQ (LNQ-100) System’s leading feature is a replaceable AR/MSR-style compatible pistol grip that houses the system’s control circuitry and operating battery. That grip wirelessly communicates with the rail-mounted, or remotely located, laser sight and light module.
When the module and grip are actively communicating—and linked—via a secure Crimson Trace developed interface, a solid green light illuminates on the grip’s side panel. If the grip is searching for the partner light/laser module, the user will see a flashing green light. If the control grip has lost connectivity with the partnered laser/light module, there will be a constant red light on the grip’s side panel. These indicators are easy to see, and the operation buttons are easy to find and engage. The system operates on easy-to-purchase standard CR2 and CR123 Lithium batteries.
The output light/laser module is similar to Crimson Trace’s popular Rail Master Pro units. Adding to the innovation features are an activation button located on the back of the remote laser and light module that permits use of the laser and light features without the LiNQ control grip installed on the firearm or located within communication range. The remote module provides these operation options:
The LiNQ control grip and modules have been rigorously laboratory- and field-tested for possible interruptions and communication challenges. The units have also passed numerous drop, dust and moisture tests. The two-piece system was also reviewed and tested by some of America’s top gun writers and firearms industry experts during the development phase. The product easily installs onto nearly any standard AR/MSR platform rifle commercially sold today without special gunsmithing skills. The attachment process requires removing the current grip, installing the new Crimson Trace LiNQ System powered grip in its place, and then inserting the securing screw. It’s that simple. All necessary wrenches and batteries are provided.
The light/laser module will attach securely to standard M-1913 Picatinny and Weaver-style rails. This unit can also be engaged with the easy-to-operate Crimson Trace Instant Activation button. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price will be $549 for the LiNQ System package, and it will be widely available for purchase in mid-year 2016. For additional details, visit: www.crimsontrace.com or call 800-442-2406.
ABOUT CRIMSON TRACE:
Crimson Trace is America’s acknowledged industry leader for laser sighting systems and tactical lights for firearms. The company’s award-winning innovations include: Lasergrips® and Laserguard® with red and green lasers, as well asLightguard™ –all with Instinctive Activation ™. Additionally, the company’s product lines include the best-in-classDefender Series™ and Rail Master® platforms – all of which are designed, engineered, assembled, packaged and shipped from Oregon. Crimson Trace sets the industry standard in comprehensive customer service that is available 24/7 at 800-442-2406.
The AK-107 is a new design fitted with a counter inertia reciprocating system. The objective is to use mechanics to counter the normal recoil impulse and its subsequent deleterious effects. So, in the AK-107 Kalashnikov Concern uses an opposing reciprocating mass to counterbalance the effects of recoil. We agree with Larry that this is an impressive weapon system.
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.
(FORT SMITH, Ark.) – New to the Walther line of personal protection pistols is the PPS M2, an innovative new 9mm pistol that sets the bar for ergonomics and comfort for concealed carry. The new PPS M2 is engineered for the concealed carry shooter looking for a slim 9mm that provides superior concealability while maintaining comfort and accuracy. The new PPS M2 is built to carry, measuring in at 1 inch wide, low profile and smooth features. This coupled with a new push button style magazine release for easy operation, highlights some of the changes from the Classic PPS to the new M2.
The new PPS M2 is equipped with a smooth, light 6.1 lb trigger pull, which improves control and accuracy. The PPS M2 can be the perfect fit for every shooter with Carl Walther signature ergonomics, that have become a staple in 21st Century Walther Arms. The PPS M2 is also available in an LE edition with phosphoric sights.
Adam Blalock, Walther Arms CEO stated, “I have been really excited about the PPS M2 since the beginning of its development. The PPS Classic has been my everyday carry gun for years. It’s a great gun and the idea of improving on the original was challenging … but our team has done it. The engineering enhancements and modifications that create the new M2 truly elevate this pistol into a class of its own.”
Adding the PPS M2 to the Walther handgun line is a prime example of Walther’s dedication to continued innovation and customer focus in the fast growing personal protection industry. The PPS M2 will be available in retail stores in early 2016. It will also be available to test at Industry Day at the Range at SHOT Show and viewing on the showroom floor during the show in Las Vegas, NV January 18th – 22nd. For more information on the PPS M2, visit www.waltherarms.com/builttocarry.
We hope everyone had a super Holiday Season, we’re delighted to see you back safe and sound. 2015 has been a challenging year across many fronts but Americans have the strength and backbone to meet challenges head on. 2016 is already looking to be even more difficult, but to quote a hackneyed cliché “the difficult we do immediately the impossible takes a little longer.”It’s important for you to stay focused, stay engaged and press on because inaction is not an option; by working together we can get the people’s work done.
Galil ACE (GAP39) RECALL
IWI US is conducting a recall of all Galil ACE (GAP39) pistols that have a receiver with a 3-pin (3-hole) fire control group construction. While these pistols cannot fire automatically, BATF&E has historically held that AK type receivers with 3-pin (3-hole) fire control groups are, by definition, machine gun receivers.
Accordingly, all owners (FFL Dealers or Consumers) of a GAP39 pistol must return their firearms to IWI US, Inc. immediately for either a full refund or you can opt for replacement with a 2-pin (2-hole) pistol within 90 to 120 days.
FFL Dealers and/or Consumers must include a copy of an invoice or receipt with the returned firearm. IWI US cannot issue a refund without a receipt.
There are no safety issues involved with this recall.
FFL Dealers and Consumers should contact IWI US, Inc. at (717) 695-2081, email recall@iwi.us or write the company at:
IWI US, Inc., Attn. GAP39, Recall P.O. Box 126707 Harrisburg, PA 17112
IWI US, Inc. will issue a Return Authorization number (RA#) and will issue a “Call Tag” for UPS to pick up the firearm(s) at no cost to the FFL Dealer or Consumer. Returned firearms must have a RA# or they will be refused.
Please allow up to 4 weeks to receive your refund
Lawrenceville, Ga. (December 2015) – Dead Air Armament is proud to announce that its Mask .22 Suppressor has received the honor of being named Editor’s Choice by Shooting Sports Retailer magazine in its December 2015 issue.
“The Mask is just a hoot to shoot. We’ve run it for weeks on a Smith & Wesson M&P 22C using an EWK Arms 1/28-inch thread adaptor with great results and we’ve shot it with a Plinker Arms .22 upper on our AR lower to the grins and giggles of new AR shooters at the range,” said Christian Lowe, the editor of Shooting Sports Retailer.
In addition to being able to suppress a rifle to about 115 decibels, the Mask .22 Suppressor was praised for being durable, lightweight and easy-to-maintain. Lowe was particularly impressed with the Mask .22s sealed baffle construction. The .22 LR round is notoriously dirty and gunky and has been known to “weld up” a suppressor. The Mask .22’s sealed baffle design prevents this from happening and makes the suppressor easy-to-clean and maintain.
A look at the internal baffle system of the Mask .22
“When we designed the Mask .22 we didn’t cut any corners or take any shortcuts. I designed it with the comfort and enjoyment of the shooter as my first and only goal. I’m glad that Shooting Sports Retailer enjoyed our can enough that they named it Editor’s Choice,” commented Mike Pappas, founder of Dead Air.
Read the full Shooting Sports Retailer article at http://www.shootingsportsretailer-digital.com/Dec2015#&pageSet=9.
We’ve just put the wraps on our review of MAGPUL’s new PMAG® 30 AK/AKM GEN M3™. In our opinion, this is what the PMAG 30 AK/AKM MOE should have been from the beginning, but at last what all AK aficionados have been waiting for is here. Variability in the AK platforms make it difficult for designers to produce accessories usable across the board but MAGPUL has done it right once more.
Your strategy…
Keep your PMAG 30 AK/AKM MOE as your range mags but if you want something that is combat capable you definitely want to pick up the new PMAG 30 AK/AKM GEN M3 7.62×39 magazine. They are all that Magpul promised would be!
Read My Review
Mooresville, N.C. (December 2015) – Carolina Arms Group, LLC., a manufacturer dedicated to producing heirloom quality, American made firearms, announces the hiring of Jonathan “Shorty” Long as their new sales manager responsible to increase CAG’s brand awareness and lead the sales efforts to U.S. firearms retailers. Shorty was previously the inside sales account manager for War Sport Industries, LLC and has an extensive law enforcement background, having served as a deputy sheriff and police officer for 14 years.
“Shorty comes to CAG with extensive experience in firearms, firearms training and sales,” Mark McCoy, Managing Partner for CAG commented. “He is passionate about the shooting sports market and this passion translates incredibly well as he engages the retail market to understand and sell our products.”
“I am very excited to be part of a company that is focused on creating American made 1911’s using the most modern CNC equipment with that special craftsman’s detailing and touch,” Shorty added. “We are 100 percent committed to providing our customers with the finest 1911’s produced on our soil and back it up with superior customer service.”
The Carolina Arms Group Trenton 1911 pistol line are meticulously crafted and built for performance under any circumstances. The pistols are made from forged carbon steel and feature many custom designs right out of the box. The Trenton 1911 is available in Tactical Black, Two Tone and Stainless.
Carolina Arms Group will be attending the 2016 SHOT Show at Kiosk N811.
For more information, visit Carolina Arms Group and stay up-to-date on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
This year’s GAP Grind match took place 16-18 October at the K&M Shooting Complex in Finger, Tennessee. Competitors from law enforcement, military and civilian communities participated in what is a fast-paced demanding competition.
Cory West, of Texas, took top honors at the event with a score of 165.00.
Course Of Fire Background:
The SV-99 was introduced in 1999 and is based on the BI-7 biathlon sporting rifle. This is a bolt action rifle that has the same toggle-locking, straight pull bolt action as the BI-7. The bolt handle swings back and forward to reload and cock the rifle for the next round. The rifle is chambered in .22LR and features a detachable polymer buttstock. The original Izhmash version was equipped with a wooden stock. The SV-99 was designed specifically to address the need for a light but very accurate short range platform.
In this video Larry Vickers presents a suppressed SV-99. Great precision rifle.
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.
These knives are designed with a 60 degree angle bend from handle to tip to enhance natural motions from punching to plunging, with the knife being a true extension of the motion. They are designed for off side carry, and have several carry options. The arcs on the ring serve as natural finger/thumb/palm (hypothenar) placement points, and becomes a natural extension of the handle when fully enclosed in the hand in either forward or reverse grips. You also have the option of using the ring in reverse grip (much like a Karambit) but with a straight blade you can still trap and cut with. The recurve blade comes to a hard angle before transitioning to the tip, and this one offers a top edge for a full continuous cut.
These knives have an M.S.R.P. of $350 and available directly from Andrew Bawidamann
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.
Magpul Industries has delivered on the promise to produce a steel reinforced version of their all polymer PMAG® 30 AK/AKM MOE®. The PMAG® 30 AK/AKM GEN M3™ is here and now in the distribution channel. We’re currently working on a comprehensive review but it’s not premature to suggest that you pick some up.
As we get ready to slow down the presses to enjoy the Holiday Season with our families, we want to leave our readers with a profound (at least in our opinion) shoot-the-shit topic. As with all shoot-the-shits you can participate by making totally unsupported statements, use profanity, insult anyone you wish or change subjects all together. We gladly give you that opportunity all at no charge. Having said that…
Some of society’s luminaries have advanced the theory that fear and greed are the two greatest motivators. This is a polite way of presenting the idea that you can control someone by instilling fear or appeal to their sense of greed. I suppose that one could point to individual cases where those strategies have been effective; however, taking the long view we see that both concepts have failed miserably. Greed has resulted in lackluster performance and fear in insurgency.
Since the tragic events at San Bernardino, the media, liberal and conservative, have been advancing the idea of some great “national fear.” This message is packaged and distributed 24×7. Readers, there is no national fear, I live in a major metropolitan area and I can categorically say to you that no one here is living in fear. However, fear promotion opens windows of opportunities for agendas that we need to be alert to. The liberal community, spearheaded by a biased media, are hoping to use “fear” as the path to attack 2nd Amendment Rights. The conservative community sees “ fear” as a way to point out the failures of an administration. None, have committed sufficient intellectual capital to address the problems; so the certainty in all this is that you’ll never see clear and effective policy.
What I love about our country is the fact that our people have balls the size of bowling balls, a national trait that applies to man, woman and child. So, blow all this fear crap off; see it for what it is and do what you normally do.
Have A Great Christmas!
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.
In Feb-2014, we had the opportunity to test fire the Silverado .223 Remington ammunition and found it to have exceptional accuracy with impressive terminal ballistics.
You can read our review here.
Liberty Ammunition’s lead-free .223 Rem 55 Grain rifle cartridge received a 4.68 out of 5 points for accuracy, lack of over penetration and running flawlessly with no malfunctions.
Bradenton, Fla. (December 2015) – Liberty Ammunition is proud to announce the Silverado .223 Rem 55 grain cartridge was field-tested in the National Tactical Officers Association Member Tested and Recommended Program. The Silverado .223 Rem rifle cartridge received a score of 4.68 out of a possible 5 points. This lead-free 55 grain deep cavity hollow point was tested by NTOA members in various parts of North America and rated on a scale of zero to five in a variety of categories such as design, performance and quality.
All of the testing officers were impressed with the performance of the Silverado .223 Rem 55 grain. The field-testers observed that the cartridges ran flawlessly in their firearms with no failure to feeds (FTF) or malfunctions. The testing officer from Florida “first fired off some
rounds one at a time to make sure everything cycled and ejected properly. No failure to feed or fire issues arose and the ejection pattern seemed consistent. I then did some rapid fire on semi-auto to look for the same things. Again, I had no issues with FTF or fire. I then went to full auto and fired off some bursts, again looking for the usual problems, but there were no issues.” While the testing officer from Wisconsin expected that the extra length of the rounds might cause issues with the cycle of operation of his .223, “when I fired my .223, I did not have any issues with malfunctions/stoppages. The rounds performed flawlessly…. I plan to purchase more rounds and use them as my home defense round.”
The Silverado .223 Rem 55 grain cartridge also rated highly for its accuracy and its ability to limit over penetration while still producing exceptional stopping power. A testing officer from New Jersey decided to test the ammunition for penetration at distances of 50, 100 and 150 yards against both metal and wood backgrounds. He commented that “the round performed very well [during] the penetration test. There was limited over penetration on both of the targets. The point of aim and point of impact from all three distances were extremely true when fired from the Colt M-4 rifles utilized by the team in static positioned drills, as well as movement and shooting drills.” The Floridian testing officer remarked that the “hollow point is fairly unique to this caliber. Here the ammo is designed to expand and fragment like a typical hollow point. Overall, the ammo shot well and kept its accuracy, which I was happy with. I do like the hollow point aspect to it for limiting over penetration, which is very important, especially in the law enforcement application.”
Liberty Ammunition’s Silverado .223 Rem 55 grain is a copper, monolithic, hollow-point, deep cavity fragmenting round. The Silverado .223 Rem ammunition combines extreme velocity with fragmentation to provide extraordinary terminal ballistics. The Silverado .223 Rem rifle cartridge has a velocity of over 3,000 FPS, kinetic energy greater than 1,100 FPE and an accuracy of less than two MOA at 300 meters.
Check out the entire line of high performance, lead-free Liberty Ammunition, as well as apparel products, at www.libertyammunition.com.
(Jackson, TN) – Kinetic Concealment, makers of the patent pending neoprene-backed leather hybrid holster, is proud to announce the edition of their new RD-01 Red Dot Sight to their accessory line of products.
The Kinetic Concealment Red Dot sight is a low-cost optic that fits perfectly on any standard rail system. Designed as a quick and bright optic, the Kinetic Concealment RD-01 is a value priced optic, has all the same features as optics twice its price. It’s the perfect optic for just about any quick focus application.
The RD-01 comes with sight-in instructions, adjustment tool kit, one CR2032 battery and a full one year replacement warranty. The RD-01 has an on/off button that also doubles as the brightness control button. The tubeless design reflex lens aperture provides a wide field of view, making the sight suitable for rapid-firing or shooting of moving targets. The RD-01 MSRP is only $59.99 and can be purchased at www.kineticconcealment.com
For more information on Kinetic Concealment visit www.kineticconcealment.com.
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.
The folks at Kalashnikov Concern are developing a new pistol designated as the PL-14. Chambered in 9x19mm, the PL-14 represents a philosophical and technical departure from traditional Russian pistol designs. The initial launch is a steel slide on an alloy frame but Kalashnikov Concern is planning a polymer variant in the near future.
In the video below, Larry Vickers gives us his initial impressions.
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.
A drop-in replacement buttstock for AR15/M4 mil-spec carbine buffer tubes, the SL-K is designed for compact PDW style weapons or users desiring a small and light stock.
This stock features a short and slim profile, a smaller rubber butt-pad with rolled toe for easy shouldering and sure grip, and a 1.25” footman’s loop with the ability to accept an optional M-LOK QD Sling Mount for push-button style QD sling swivels. The ambidextrous release latch minimizes rattle on the receiver extension without requiring additional locks, levers, or springs.
Made in U.S.A.
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A number of our readers may operate drones as a tool while conducting training, videography or both. It’s important that you understand and comply with FAA rules and regulation. There are a number of regulations in place. First you can not operated your drone within a 5 miles radius of an airport that is controlled. If you are operating near an uncontrolled field, you must obtain the permission of the airport operator to fly your drone within a 5 mile radius. You may not fly your drone any higher than 400 feet AGL (above ground level). You will also need to register your drone.
FAA Deputy Administrator Michael G. Whitaker announced on Monday, Dec. 14, that all small UAS owners must register their aircraft no later than Feb. 19, 2016. The new rule pertains to UAS owners who had previously operated an unmanned aircraft weighing more than 0.55 pounds and less than 55 pounds including payloads such as on-board cameras, exclusively as a model aircraft The FAA will publish IFRs (Interim Final Rules) to the registry on 15 Dec 2015.
The FAA will open registration to UAS operators through a website that will go live Monday, Dec. 21 through which owners can enter required information surrounding their UAS, such as the operator’s name and information as well as the aircraft’s manufacturer, model name and serial number. Although registration will cost nothing during the initial 30-day period — open in an effort to encourage as many operators as possible to register quickly — owners will be required to pay a $5 fee after Jan. 30, 2016.
Desert Tech has announced M.S.R.P for the company’s MDR, widely celebrated as the most advanced bullpup design on the market. The MDR will be offered in two calibers, 5.56 x 45 and 7.62 x 51, and will hit the stores at $1,999 and $2,249 respectively.
The MDR is a sleeper featuring revolutionary ambidextrous controls and improved ejection but under the hood it is a precision rifle featuring one of the best triggers right out of the box. Desert Tech’s bullpup offers interchangeable barrel assemblies as well as magazine wells with future caliber conversion kits that include 300 Blk, 7.62 x 39, 6.8 SPC and .22 LR . Conversion kits for 5.56 NATO will be priced at $749 and $999 for 7.62 NATO. Prices for the 7.62 x 39, 6.8 SPC and .22LR kits are TBD as of this writing.
Product availability has not been nailed down yet but production is shooting for early 2016.
It’s Friday and just two weeks until Christmas. Where has this year gone! If you’re at all like me you’re amazed but never overwhelmed by the massive number of cluster fucks in progress around the world. Just when you thought things could not be worse, GEICO comes out with its Peter Pan ad. They could not have cast a more annoying little pecker head than that kid. Needless to say we had one heck of a time coming up with a useful shoot-the-shit topic for the week. So, just in time for your Holiday shopping, we decided to touch on audio speakers.
No component of a modern audio systems is more misunderstood than the speaker system and the average consumer will usually make bad purchasing decisions. Some buyers are under the erroneous assumption that a majority of your audio budget should go into the speakers. This approach is absolutely incorrect and will almost always result in poor performance. Speakers are part of a system integration consisting of electronics and speakers.
There are two families of speaker technologies, cone driven and electrostatic panels; each has its own peculiarity but they all have two properties that we want to understand, SPL (Sound Pressure Level) and Impedance. These two measures are vitally important because they drive amplification requirements and sound characteristics.
SPL is a measure of the speaker’s efficiency. It’s a measure of sound intensity, measured in decibels, per 1 watt of input power. The higher the value, the more efficient the speaker and the more room filling sound you’ll experience. Typical SPLs run from 80 – 125 db.
Speakers are required to faithfully reproduce a frequency range of 20Hz – 20,000 Hz they do that by converting electrical energy (current) to mechanical energy followed by acoustic pressure. Retailers will generally present a speaker as being 8 ohms, 4 ohms, 2 ohms, etc. I’ve even witnessed a sales associate tell a customer that a 2 ohm speaker is more efficient because of it’s lower impedance which is a vulgar misrepresentation.
Speakers are reactive, meaning that their characteristic impedance changes over its frequency range. Bass frequencies result in a lower impedance while high frequencies result in higher impedances. When presented with a 20 Hz bass note, a speaker’s impedance may momentarily drop to 1 ohm or less. This means that its amplifier will see an almost direct short across its channel(Right or Left) terminals, so you’ll need an amplifier that can instantaneously produce a high amount of current to avoid a highly undesirable anomaly called clipping. So, when buying a speaker you should ask for some indication of its impedance across its frequency range. Electrostatic speakers are notorious current hogs with widely fluctuating impedances across its frequency range.
Cone speakers will usually have a higher SPL and less variability across their frequency range. Therefore, if you’re after a room filling sound, like in a home theater, cone speakers will provide that level of performance and are less demanding on your amplifiers.
If you want a speaker that will precisely place the image of an artist or instrument on the sound stage the electrostatic speaker reigns supreme. They have the lowest SPL and are very demanding on amplifiers, but in a properly laidout listening room you’ll be able to close your eyes and literally feel the presence of the artist or instrument. People often select an electrostatic design because they look artsy then neglect the amplifiers, this approach won’t work with electrostatic designs. If you buy an electrostatic speaker you’ll need to purchase an amplifier capable of delivering high levels of current. Don’t by watts buy current.
We wish you all a fun and safe weekend, and as always, all shoot-the-shit rules apply so, let us hear from you!
Lawrenceville, Ga. (December 2015) – Dead Air Armament™ is proud to announce the addition of Gary Hughes to the team as the new Director of Sales. Hughes brings over two decades of firearms industry experience covering a multitude of positions from counter sales to management, consulting and manufacturing. Hughes, formerly SilencerCo’s vice president of Sales, was instrumental in building sales channel relationships and developing successful brand awareness marketing campaigns. In his new role as the Director of Sales for Dead Air, Hughes will be responsible for growing market share, providing sales services and developing innovative sales campaigns.
Gary Hughes, Director of Sales
“I am happy to be working with the team at Dead Air, many of whom I’ve worked with before, and I look forward to building upon past successes that we’ve created together,” Hughes stated. “These are some of the best people in the industry and I’m proud to count myself among them. I’m looking forward to reconnecting with our industry friends and most importantly, our customers.”
“Gary Hughes brings tremendous motivation and focus to our sales initiative,” Eric Rogers, President of Dead Air Armament added. “His energy, product knowledge and relationships with customers will add an additional component of professionalism and expertise to our already outstanding team.”
For more information on Dead Air Armament™ and their line of suppressors, please visit www.deadairsilencers.com
In February 2014, we introduced our readers to RevMedx’s XSTAT system designed specifically to rapidly treat gunshot wounds in the field. The XSTAT has been used by the military since 2013 with exceptional results. The FDA has now approved XSTAT for commercial use. The XSTAT works by injecting small sponges into the entry wound channel. As the sponges absorb blood, they expand to provide hemostatic pressure on the wound, preventing additional bleeding. The XSTAT does not replace the tourniquet and is intended for use on wounds where a tourniquet can not be easily applied. The FDA reports…
“Early control of severe bleeding may prevent shock and may be life-saving. According to the United States Army Institute of Surgical Research, 30 to 40 percent of civilian deaths by traumatic injury are the result of hemorrhaging. Of those deaths, 33 to 56 percent occur before the patient reaches a hospital.”
XSTAT 30 is a temporary device for use up to four (4) hours until surgical care is acquired. It should only be used for patients at high risk for immediate life-threatening bleeding from, hemodynamically significant (Advanced Trauma Life Support class 3 or 4 hemorrhagic shock), non- compressible junctional wounds, and when definitive care at an emergency care facility cannot be achieved within minutes.
Commercial availability dates have not been released, nor product pricing, but a $100 price point has been circulated. We strongly recommend that hunters and other enthusiasts add one or two to their IFAK. This is great news that should save a multitude of lives.
MATBOCK’s LIFT SYSTEM is on the cutting edge of technology – it’s lighter and provides greater functionality at a lower cost than current systems.
The LIFT System replaces your SSE Bag, Soft Litter, Semi-Rigid Litter, Fully Rigid Litter, Assault Ladder, and Extension Poles, all in one lightweight multipurpose system. Furthermore, in the event that any part does break, replacing the broken part is much cheaper and easier than replacing the entire system. For more information, visit matbock.com
South San Francisco, Calif. (December 2015) – ATN, innovators of advanced night vision, thermal imaging and digital Smart HD optics for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, military and law enforcement, is pleased to announce that the long awaited BinoX-HD 4-16X Smart Binoculars have begun shipping to distributors.
These smart binoculars have a day-mode that can be used for spotting game, viewing the vistas of the Grand Canyon or even for spotting hyenas on an African Safari. When it gets dark, it’s time to switch to night mode and use its night vision capabilities to get in touch with your inner Tom Clancy. They also record video, take photos and use Wi-Fi so you can share with friends and family that 1080p close-up of that monster buck that got away.
“We packed the BinoX-HD with next-gen features you just can’t find anywhere else. These aren’t just digital binoculars, they’re a piece of the future. Don’t let life pass you by, get a pair for yourself and you’ll see what I mean,” said ATN’s Director of Marketing, Chip Fong.
The BinoX-HD 4-16X Smart Binoculars run on ATN’s Obsidian Core, an extremely powerful computer that can crunch huge image and video files in the blink of an eye. This powerful processor utilizes an array of sensors that allow it to output crisp high-res 1080p images and even light up the night sky with night vision. The BinoX-HD’s interface can be personalized in a way that works best for the user. Customizing the BinoX-HD is easier and more intuitive than using a smart phone.
ATN BinoX-HD 4-16X Smart Binoculars Features:
To learn more about the ATN BinoX-HD 4-16X Smart Binoculars, visit http://www.atncorp.com/atn-bino-x-hd-4x-super.
Lewis Machine and Tool (LMT) was selected as the preferred vendor in New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Individual Weapon Replacement program. LMT will be supplying the NZDF with its CQB-16 5.56mm rifle. Trials were conducted from 2 March 2015 to 1 June 2015 with LMT’s CQB-16 edging out the competition. Eight thousand eight hundred (8,800) rifles were authorized and scheduled to be placed in service 2016-2017.
The new rifle will be designated as the Modular Assault Rifle System – Light (MARS-L)
Time’s 2015 Person of the Year is out and the distinction goes to German Prime Minister Angela Merkel. We congratulate Ms. Merkel on being selected. Concurrent with Time’s selection, The FOG HORN is pleased to announce our nomination for 2015 Jackass of the Year which goes to Quentin Tarantino.
Philosophers, who rank up there with psychologists and psychiatrists as useless fields of endeavor and living proof that free markets produce sufficient surpluses to absorb the overhead, would say that in order for good to exist there needs to be bad, which is what drives our annual event. So, in keeping with that logic we identified one individual, out of several candidates, who in our view brings new meaning to the noun “be·night·ed·ness.”
Mr. Tarantino is either an opportunist, or has spent way too much time with people who’s intellectual capacity is limited to faking orgasms on a set, when he describes cops as murderers. We’d like to suggest that Mr. Tarantino spend a month or two riding along with LAPD as they perform their jobs. I think the exposure to miscreants and conditions under which officers operate, day in and day out, would add some clarity to what is otherwise a vulgar display of foot-in-mouth.
(Etobicoke, ON, Canada) – TriggerTech, a manufacturer of high-end firearm and crossbow trigger systems is proud to introduce their AR-15 Trigger.
TriggerTech provides Frictionless Release Technology™, a patented free floating roller that sits between the sear and the trigger. The roller eliminates sliding friction that causes creep and heavy pull-weights. FRT™ increases your accuracy by providing an instant zero-creep release.It is also highly resistant to contamination and wear. It is ready for the most rugged conditions, all while maintaining its premium performance and safety.
The TT-AR-15 triggers are available to purchase through select dealers and directly from their website at TriggerTech. With an MSRP of $199.99, the TriggerTech trigger will soon become popular for not only OEM’s, home builders, three gunners, first time and even the most discriminating of shooters.
“We are very excited to introduce our new TT-AR-15 trigger,” says Frank Gairdner, TriggerTech CEO. “We have spent over a year developing this product and testing it to insure its quality and reliability. We feel we have one of the best triggers on the market today, the trigger scans show this and the initial feedback supports it.”
TriggerTech AR-15 trigger specs include:
For more information, please visit www.triggertech.com
MKS Supply, LLC, Dayton OH December 2015–The new Inland Manufacturing ADVISOR M1 handgun is here and being marketed by MKS Supply, LLC.
This new all-American-made handgun is a legal chopped and shortened version of Inland’s also-new M1 carbine. At a compact 21 inches overall, the Advisor is inspired by the field-modified chopped carbines of the Vietnam War.* Inland’s version works better!
The Advisor is fitted with original military-type sights and a reproduction of the rare and highly-collectable (original type) low wood walnut stock (a tight fit between the upper hand guard and the forearm). The 12-inch barrel is topped off with an original military-style flash hider.
The barrel thread is one-half-inch x 28, so a (properly registered) aftermarket sound suppressor or silencer can be fitted if desired. Each Advisor comes with a military-style cloth sling and one 15-round magazine. The Advisor will also accommodate both 10- and 30-round military magazines.
The Inland Advisor should prove to be every bit as fun and reliable as the standard stocked and paratrooper model carbines. Availability will begin in March of 2016 but orders are being reserved currently.
Specifications:
Charlie and the gang invite you to stop by the MKS Supply booth at the 2016 SHOT Show and see this and some other pretty cool guns. Booth number 16144.
MKS Supply, LLC
Nampa, Idaho (December 2015) – Adaptive Tactical, LLC, manufacturers of innovative firearm stocks and accessories, has developed a way to improve rifle 
accuracy, performance, shouldering and portability with the introduction of its Tac-Hammer Rigid-Core Post-Tension Barrel for Ruger 10/22, 10/22 Takedown, 10/22 Charger and 10/22 Charger Takedown models.
“Many of our earliest memories hunting and shooting in the outdoors include the iconic Ruger 10/22. We have a bit of a soft spot for the rifle and we wanted to do our part to make it a little better. Our Tac-Hammer Barrel gives it the increased accuracy and precision that helps the rifle go from being good to great,” said Gary Cauble, director of sales and marketing for Adaptive Tactical.
The Tac-Hammer Rigid-Core Post-Tension Barrel 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 Barrel design is about 40 percent lighter than the standard bull barrel. The included compensator reduces muzzle rise, increasing second and third shot accuracy.
Tac-Hammer Rigid-Core Post-Tension Barrel Features:
The Tac-Hammer Rigid-Core Post-Tension Barrel is proudly Made in the USA. MSRP $329.99. For more information, please visit www.adaptivetactical.com.
The P226 SAO Legion is not just an extraordinary rendition on a classic design it’s also a gateway to a members only affiliation that entitles the member to:
Legion membership entitles you to a complimentary Thermo-mold carrying case for your Legion firearm, plus a challenge coin matched to your gun.
When you call to receive your free case and coin, you will be automatically registered as a Legion member, providing you exclusive access to gear and merchandise.
Be the first to know about new additions to the Legion Series™. You’ll also receive other exclusive communications from SIG SAUER® and the Legion.
Bushnell has a great stocking stuffer for Holiday shoppers, the Bushnell PRO T350L tactical handheld light. The light features three modes of operation; high/low/strobe intermittent and continuous. It uses a CREE LED powered by 2 CR123A batteries that deliver 2.5 hours of runtime.
Accessing the individual modes is very straight forward; for intermittent use a half press for continuous mode press to click. Bushnell included a lockout switch to prevent inadvertent activation, rotate the switch to the locked position to prevent firing the LED.
The PRO T350L features an aluminum body for durability and is both shock and water resistant. Other nice features include very aggressive texturing and cranial, which provides “a less than lethal” defensive tool and steel pocket clip.
You can purchase this light at your big box stores like The Home Depot for just under $30. But the story gets better; as a bonus, Bushnell includes a micro pocket light with similar design as its larger sibling.
Not a bad deal from Bushnell!
