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Ares Armor Writes Letter To ATF Director Todd Jones

Thursday, April 10th, 2014

At 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:

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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.

aresarmor.com

Tags: Ares Armor, BAFTE
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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

Tags: Tyr Tactical
Posted in Sales | 1 Comment »

Sig Sauer Sues BATFE for Classifying Muzzle Brake as Suppressor

Wednesday, April 9th, 2014

According 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.

Tags: BATFE, Sig Sauer
Posted in 2A, Industry | 22 Comments »

Fraser Optics Welcomes Steve Glaser To The Defense Sales Team

Wednesday, April 9th, 2014

Fraiser 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.

fraser-optics.com

Tags: Frasier Optics
Posted in Industry | 1 Comment »

Can You Guess Which Country These Special Forces Operators Are From?

Wednesday, April 9th, 2014

This picture is featured on the Green Beret Foundation Facebook page, and showcases SF Operators from multiple countries. Can you identify which countries each of these operators come from?

Tags: Green Beret Foundation
Posted in Forces Focus | 26 Comments »

New XGO Products Available

Wednesday, April 9th, 2014

XGO has recently updated their website with five new products, ranging from lightweight baselayers and shirts to cold weather jackets. Sizes for each garment run from S-XXL.

Men’s Compression Long-Sleeve Crew

The long-sleeve crew is a phase 2 flame retardant midweight garment, for use as a standalone piece or as a sub-layer.

– Modacrylic / Rayon Blend
– Superior Moisture-Wicking
– Ag47 Anti-Microbial Protection
– Won’t Shrink, Pick or Fade
– Extra Length
– Clean Seams

Available in Desert Sand, OD Green, Charcoal, and Coyote Brown.

www.proxgo.com/shop/products.php?product=3FX11A

Men’s Compression T-Shirt

The men’s compression t-shirt is a phase 2 flame retardant midweight garment, for use as a standalone piece or as a sub-layer.

– Versatile Midweight Layer
– Modacrylic / Rayon Blend
– Superior Moisture-Wicking
– Ag47 Anti-Microbial Protection
– Won’t Shrink, Pick or Fade
– Extra Length
– Clean Seams

Available in Desert Sand, OD Green, Charcoal, and Coyote Brown.

www.proxgo.com/shop/products.php?product=3FX56M

Men’s XGO Polo

The XGO polo is a phase 1 lightweight technical mesh garment, ideal for hot to temperate weather.

– Lightweight First Layer
– Loose fit designed for comfort and full range of motion
– 100% Acclimate® Dry Polyester
– Superior Moisture-Wicking
– Ag47 Anti-Microbial Protection
– Won’t Shrink, Pick or Fade
– Durable and Breathable
– Extra Length
– Clean Seams

Available in Desert Sand, Black, OD Green, and White.

www.proxgo.com/shop/products.php?product=1G16C

Men’s Full Zip Jacket

The full zip jacket is a phase 4 heavyweight tech face fleece, which provides superior moisture management and warmth in moderate to very cold environments.

– Insulating Tech Face Fleece
– 90% Acclimate® Polyester / 10% Lycra®
– Acclimate® Dry Fabric
– Ag47 Anti-Microbial Protection
– Won’t Shrink, Pick or Fade
– Durable and Breathable
– Four-Way Stretch
– Extra Length

Available in Desert Sand and Black.

www.proxgo.com/shop/products.php?product=4P11FZ

Men’s Hoody Sweatshirt

The hoody sweatshirt is a phase 4 heavyweight tech face fleece garment that provides superior moisture management and warmth in moderate to very cold environments.

Available in Desert Sand and Black.

www.proxgo.com/shop/products.php?product=4P11H

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proxgo.com

Tags: XGO
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Gorilla Ammunition – .300BLK Subsonic 208gr Hornady A-MAX

Wednesday, April 9th, 2014

Gorilla Ammunition is now selling a .300BLK Subsonic cartridge featuring the 208gr Hornady A-MAX bullet. This highly accurate cartridge is great for hunting and practice alike, and, being subsonic, is best used with a suppressor.

You can check out the ballistics of the new cartridge using the table below. The data was measured in Gorilla Ammunition’s own ballistic lab utilizing a Daniel Defense DDM5v5 chambered for 300 BLK w/ 16″ barrel and AAC SDN-6 suppressor. The velocity was measured using Oehler System 85 Ballistic Instrumentation.