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McMillan Merchant Solutions Update

Friday, August 9th, 2013

This is so significant, I’ve posted it under Disruptive Tech. We’ve been mentioning McMillan’s move to create a merchant solutions firm after their run in with Bank of America. It’s now one step closer to reality with the launch of their website and a Facebook page.

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The site remains under construction www.mmsllc.com but follow www.facebook.com/mmsllc2A to stay abreast of their latest updates.

They also posted this:

Firearms Industry Merchants – Your Current Credit Card Processing is at Risk.
August 8, 2013 at 8:37pm
Some might say the title of this Post/Note is premature and alarmist in nature. We don’t think so and here’s proof. Can you buy/sell online? Click on the link after each choice below:

eBay – http://pages.ebay.com/help/policies/firearms-weapons-knives.html
Craigslist – http://www.craigslist.org/about/prohibited.items
PayPal – https://www.paypal.com/webapps/helpcenter/article/?solutionId=38957
Amazon – http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=200277700

Do all Merchant Gateways accept transactions from within the Firearms industry…or should I say YOUR BUSINESS?

Square – https://squareup.com/help/en-us/article/5089-prohibited-goods-and-services
Authorize.net – http://www.authorize.net/company/terms/

So what do we do about it?

In April of 2012, Bank of America asked Kelly McMillan to find another bank simply because he manufactured firearms. Conversations with Firearms Industry partners and customers show this is a growing problem. The Firearms industry is under enormous pressure, with many financial vendors covertly AND OVERTLY discriminating against Firearms manufacturers and retailers. Companies are being deprived of the ability to process debit and credit card transactions, often with no notice, simply because they sell firearms, ammunition, or related products and services.

To combat this trend, Kelly McMillan formed McMillan Merchant Solutions (MMS) and our mission is to help strengthen the firearms industry while supporting those organizations that are fighting for our 2nd Amendment rights. We can now provide financial stability for those who accept credit cards as payment and also provide short-term loans to qualified customers.

Let’s be proactive before we have to be reactive! Please help support our collective cause by Like’ing this Page. For more information on our services, and how you can SAVE money while SUPPORTING our Industry, email me at zev@mmsllc.com or call me at our toll free number 855-431-4979.

Stratagem – TALON G36 Polymer Mag Holder

Friday, August 9th, 2013

Stratagem has developed the TALON G36 polymer mag holder specifically to reduce the reloading speed and reloading cycle of the G36. It attaches to any MOLLE/PALS system using two short MALLACE clips, and can be mounted in either the up or down position. The TALON is made from a high-impact resistant polymer that provides anti-fragmentation properties. It uses a patented locking system to secure the mag until needed, and is ergonomically designed to naturally fit into the natural motion sequence of reloading. Attachment slots on the front of the holder allow for the attachment of additional modular pouches.

www.stratagem-int.com/

Vacation Message

Thursday, August 8th, 2013

While I am out at Scout Camp this week with Tac Mite, Tactical Fanboy has been delivering the mail, and it’s seemed like Christmas season. So lets all give him a hand for making SSD happen these past (and next) few days!

Hip, Hip, Huzzah!

Hip, Hip, Huzzah!

Hip, Hip, Huzzah!

Vertx Announces Their Upcoming Line Of Packs And Duffel Bags

Thursday, August 8th, 2013

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VertX has announced their upcoming line of wearables and organizational kit that we first hinted about at the 2013 SHOT Show. Made in collaboration with Industrial Alchemy, a leading outdoor and tactical designer, the line includes various bags and packs designed for low-profile operations and concurrent with their release a new line of rolling duffel bags. The line has been rigorously tested and tweaked since the reveal earlier this year, more recently by SME Matt Jacques of Victory First Consulting.

“Industrial Alchemy and Vertx have put some real thought and work into these bags,” Jacques advises. “There is some unexpected innovation here. New concealment elements, stowage, the incorporation of different modularity… The design of the…we can call them mounting solutions will make waves in the modular pool, It is well done. This is going to change the way people organize their gear and work on the range. There are some very different options.”

Along with the announcement came two photos exclusive to SSD, featured in this article. The brand-new line will make its debut at SHOT Show 2014.

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www.wearvertx.com/

www.industrialalchemy.net/

www.victory-first.com/

RAPTAR Added To GSA

Thursday, August 8th, 2013

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Wilcox Industries and Potomac River Group’s RAPTAR (Rapid Targeting and Ranging Module) is now available through PRG’s GSA contract, GS-07F-5489R. The RAPTAR is a combination IR Laser/IR Illuminator/Visible Red Laser/Laser Range Finder weapons mountable device developed from requirements by SOF and military snipers. It incorporates all of a shooter’s ranging and targeting devices into a single unit, saving real estate on the host weapon platform and reducing weight while requiring only one CR123 battery.

To request a GSA quote, visit PRG’s website at www.prgdefense.com/

FlameStower

Thursday, August 8th, 2013

The FlameStower is a field charging unit designed to charge usb-based devices such as cell phones, gps, etc. It works by placing the attachable blade on or near a heat source, such as a fire, and placing water in the reservoir. The heat transfers to the thermoelectric generator, the water keeps the opposite surface of the generator cool, and the temperature difference generates electricity. This allows the FlameStower to work in most environments and at all times of the day, unlike solar chargers.

www.flamestower.com/

Rampart International Corp Partners With NavELite

Thursday, August 8th, 2013

Rampart International Corp, the premier distributor of all things military in Canada, has partnered with NavElite to sell their line of high-performance backlit compasses and accessories.

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Shown here is the NavELite WaterBlock compass. It’s capable of functioning submerged up to a depth of 1 meter for 30 minutes without damaging the compass or its electrical components. Other products by NavELite include the Trekker compass, NavELite batteries, accessory bag, and loaded case.

shop.rampartcorp.com/category_s/1983.htm

www.navelite.com/

S.O. Tech Hellcat Tenth Anniversary Sale

Thursday, August 8th, 2013

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S.O. Tech is celebrating the tenth anniversary of their Hellcat chest rig by having a sale. The Mk1, Mk2, and Mk3 Hellcats are selling for $40 from their usual price of $150. Additionally, the Medical Assault Chest Harness System and Warrior Medical Chest Harness are also offered at deep discounts. Supplies are limited, in-stock items only.

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