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Archive for April, 2014
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Thursday, April 10th, 2014Bawidamann – Uber CC QD Horizontal Magazine Carrier
Thursday, April 10th, 2014
Andrew Bawidamann developed the Uber CC QD Horizontal Magazine Carrier as a unique and comfortable way to carry 1 or 2 spare pistol magazines. Made from Boltoron, the Uber carrier fits both 1.5 in and 1.75 in. belts. It utilizes a custom 1 in. wide Biothane loop for extra stability, which features a ‘PULL THE DOT’ snap. It can be reconfigured by taking it apart and reassembling, depending on user preference, with positive click retention. Mounts centerline for fast access.
Models are available for S&W Shield 9mm, SIG Sauer P238 .380, and SIG Sauer P938 9mm magazines. Handmade in the USA.
Until April 15th, use discount code PBRSTREETGANG for 15% off.
Wilcox – L4 Series Hybrid Shroud
Thursday, April 10th, 2014
Wilcox’s L4 Series Hybrid Shroud was developed to allow the user to attach any of Wilcox’s L4 Series line of MVG mounts onto a helmet with either the One-Hole U.S. Army standard or Three-Hole MARSOC/WARCOM mount patterns. In the case of One-Hole helmets, the additional gaps in the housing can be filled with rubber plugs which keep the shroud from collecting dirt and debris. A rubber insert sandwiched between the helmet and shroud stabilizes the shroud body, particularly in cases when the One-Hole mount is utilized. Constructed of lightweight aerospace aluminum alloy and glass-reinforced polymer, the shroud is low profile and durable, yet weighs in at only 1.6 oz.
The Hybrid Shroud features four recesses molded into the sides of the polymer frame, hook points for bungees such as those found on the Ops Core FAST helmets and the Crye Precision AirFrame. The two lower recesses are molded to accept cable/cord pass through. The Hybrid Shroud also accommodates the optional retractable NVG lanyard system.
Available in Black and Tan.
www.wilcoxind.com/L4-Series-Hybrid-Shroud-P166
E-Petition For The Ownership And Use of .22LR Pistols For Sporting Purposes In England, Wales, And Scotland
Thursday, April 10th, 2014As you probably aware, gun rights in the United Kingdom are severely restricted. An e-petition has been started on the UK Government’s official petition site to allow for the ownership and use of .22LR pistols for sporting purposes in England, Wales, and Scotland. Support their rights. At the time of writing, the petition has reached almost 13,000 signatures.
epetitions.direct.gov.uk/petitions/62588
Ares Armor Writes Letter To ATF Director Todd Jones
Thursday, April 10th, 2014At approximately 1015 AM PDT, Saturday, March 15th, the BATFE executed a search warrant on Oceanside, California-based Ares Armor, seizing 80% AR-15 polymer lowers manufactured by EP Armory, as well as private customer information. In response to this action, Dimitri Karras – CEO of Ares Armor, wrote a letter addressed directly to B. Todd Jones – Director of BATFE:
In this letter, Dimitri, citing specific examples of prior court rulings and product manufacturing methods, outlines his reasoning as to why the 80% polymer lowers manufactured by EP Armory and later seized by the BATFE cannot be classified as a firearm. Dimitri requests that any seized 80% lowers be returned to Ares Armor. Additionally, he also requests that copies of private customer information that was obtained during the raid be destroyed.
TYR Tactical – Operation Spring Cleaning Sale
Wednesday, April 9th, 2014
TYR Tactical is holding an “Operation Spring Cleaning” sale. Get items including war belts, chest rigs, and armor plates at discounted prices. Use code OP2014 at checkout to take an additional 15% off on all items, including those not already discounted by the sale.
New items are being added daily, so check the sales page frequently. Sale runs through April 21st.
www.tyrtactical.com/products/list/start-shopping/OPERATION-SPRING-CLEANING
Sig Sauer Sues BATFE for Classifying Muzzle Brake as Suppressor
Wednesday, April 9th, 2014According to Sea Coast Online New Hampshire-based SIG SAUER has filed civil suit against the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives alleging they wrongfully classified a SIG-designed muzzle brake as an item “intended only for use” in producing suppressors. Specifically, BATFE determined that the SIG brake incorporated a monolithic baffle stack in its design. On April 4, 2013, SIG submitted the brake for BATFE examination which is described as 9.5 inches long and permanently attached with a weld to a 6.5 inch barrel, making the overall barrel length 16 inches. ATF responded by informing that the device was classified as a suppressor and that, “Welding it to a barrel does not change its design characteristics or function.”
SIG asked for a reconsideration, responding to the ATF on 6 September, 2013 in a letter offering evidence that sound meter testing proved the device amplified, not muffled sound,as well as evidence showing the device offsets and corrects recoil. Unfortunately, it seems the ATF stuck by their determination, responding in a February 21 letter stating that the device is a part intended only for use in manufacturing a suppressor.
Consequently, SIG filed suit claiming economic injury because suppressors are “subject to burdensome legal requirements” and “no market would exist for the device” whereas their muzzle brake “effectively reduces recoil and muzzle rise when a shot is discharged” making it “highly marketable to consumers and will generate profit.” SIG also asserts that despite their follow up with ATF, the agency did dispute its evidence that the device worked as claimed.
“If classified as a silencer, no market exists for the subject device given that it will not silence, muffle, or diminish the report of a firearm and yet it would still be subject to the burdensome requirements set forth above as if it really is a silencer,” Sig argues through Manchester attorney Mark Rouvalis and Virginia attorney Stephen Halbrook.
This suit comes on the heels of a recent suit by Innovator Enterprises against the ATF because it classified their Stabilizer Brake as a suppressor. U.S. District Judge John Bates
“In any agency review case, a reviewing court is generally obligated to uphold a reasonable agency decision that is the product of a rational agency process,” U.S. District Judge John Bates writes. “This is not a high bar,” he continues, “But in this case, ATF fails to clear it.” The Judge overturned the BATFE determination letter for teh device becuase it was based solely on physical characteristics rather than performance. He goes on, referring to the determination letter in his decision, writing, “contains hardly any reasoning, and makes no reference to prior agency regulations or interpretations that support its conclusion.” Instead, Judge Bates called the ATF letter a brief and informal document and “a non-binding statement of the agency’s position on whether the Stabilizer Brake is a silencer,” and “will not bear the force of law as applied in future classifications of different devices.”
Sounds pretty familiar.
Fraser Optics Welcomes Steve Glaser To The Defense Sales Team
Wednesday, April 9th, 2014Fraiser Optics has recently hired Steve Glaser on to their Defense Sales Team. Frasier brought Steve on to lead the sales effort within the Domestic US DoD as well as manage new product development programs primarily with their SoF Customers.
Steve Glaser has over 15 years of experience in DoD sales and program experience in C4ISR, optics, and tactical communications equipment. Formerly employed with both Vuzix and TrellisWare Technologies, Steve has been a leader in cutting edge optical systems for both SoF and conventional forces throughout his career.
