In this latest in the Salvo 12 video series, SilencerCo took their Salvo 12 shotgun suppressor out on a night vision hog hunt.
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Wednesday, November 5th, 2014Lancer Systems – Adaptive Magwell
Wednesday, November 5th, 2014
Yesterday, I had the chance to visit Pennsylvania-based Lancer Systems. All I really knew about them is that they make a great AR magazine along with some really cool 3-Gun carbines. Aside from with the carbon fiber furniture, the guns’ most prominent feature is the flared Magwell.
The thing about these Magwells is that they were originally a component in a modular lower receiver that could be swapped out for different degrees of flare. Think of this as a big funnel that, once you get your magazine into, it’s going to seat home and I can tell you, this isn’t some 3-gun gimmick, it works.
The story I’m told by Lancer’s Director of Advanced Weapons & Components Ty Weaver, is that someone with the Army saw this feature but mentioned that there was no way they were going to buy a million new lower receivers. That’s when the engineers at Lancer Systems went to work and developed the two-piece Adaptive Magwell which can be retrofit to any mil-spec AR lower receiver as well as few others. It will give your existing rifle that flared Magwell.
One thing that is required to mount the Enhanced Magwell is a standard AR-style triggerguard because the Magwell mounts into the triggerguard slot in front of the trigger. The two-piece design was meant to accommodate slight variances in AR Magwells. It’s available right now and mounts using an Allen wrench.
That Allen Wrench was a point of contention for GI use since most troops don’t run around with tools, so Lancer Systems came up with a one-piece design that can be mounted using the tip of a 5.56mm cartridge. Prototypes were made by welding the current two-piece models into a single unit. This eliminated the need for an Allen wrench.
You may also notice that the Enhanced Magwell opens up the trigger guard a bit which can help while wearing gloves. But, you’ll also notice it doesn’t widen the gap under the trigger so you won’t get caught under it.
Some readers may not understand the advantage to a flared Magwell, so now that we’ve talked about how easy it is to install, I’d like to explain what using it did for me during a range session. I ran numerous reload drills. I didn’t have to remove my carbine from my shoulder and put the Magwell into my workspace in order to see what I was doing out of the edge of my vision. Instead, I kept the weapon shouldered and was able to guide the magazine into the enlarged Magwell while keeping my attention on what was in front of me. For me, that was the huge advantage and sped up my reload times.
The Lancer Systems Adaptive Magwell is great for anyone that wants to incorporate a flared magwell into an existing rifle in order to speed up magazine changes. Because it allows the weapon to be returned to its original configuration by removing the magwell, it should be an attractive option for law-enforcement and military use. The two-piece model is available now and can be easily installed with the supplied Allen wrench. The new one-piece version which can be installed using a cartridge tip comes out around SHOT Show.
If all of that doesn’t sound good enough, how about this? It’s only $99.99 retail.
store.lancer-systems.com/product/adaptive-magwell/rifle_accessories
Combat Flipflops – Find Your Quiet Place – More Products Added To The Giveaway
Wednesday, November 5th, 2014
The Combat Flipflops – Find Your Quiet Place giveaway has just gotten bigger, including prizes from Aimpoint, Nemo Equipment, and Deliberate Dynamics. Now, the grand prize winner will receive all of the following items:
Hodge Defense – AUD-Mod1
SilencerCo – Saker 556 suppressor and Trifecta flash hider
Aimpoint – Micro H-1
Weapon Outfitters – Titanium Nitride Bolt Carrier Group
Deliberate Dynamics – Pistol & Carbine Course
Nemo Equipment – GALAXI™ 2P Backpacking Tent & Footprint
Combat Flip Flops – Cashmagh
Beyond Clothing – Alpha Jacket, Rig Softshell Jacket, and Brokk Softshell Pants
Smith Optics – Elite Hideout
For more information, and to enter, visit: www.combatflipflops.com/giveaways
Texcel Industries Announces Relationship With 1947 LLC
Wednesday, November 5th, 2014Texcel Industries has announced a new relationship with 1947 LLC who will be representing Texcel Industries for all international sales as well as new domestic customer development and sales. Texcel is very excited to bring 1947 LLC and their tremendous textile experience on board to assist in growing the Texcel base of business.
Here is their formal announcement:
Texcel Industries, a leader in the manufacturing of military solid and camouflage webbing for over 18 years. Texcel has been involved in almost every major military contract, including IOTV, OTV, ILBE, FILBE, PLATE CARRIER, MTV, IMTV and MOLLE COMPONENTS, is proud and excited to announce a new relationship with 1947 LLC. 1947 LLC will be representing Texcel Industries for all international sales as well as new domestic customer’s development and sales. Texcel is very excited to bring 1947 LLC and their tremendous textile experience on board to assist in growing Texcel’s base of business. 1947 LLC is a full-service textile solution provider specializing in military, tactical, and industrial products. 1947 LLC is also responsible for managing the Multicam family of brands. 1947 LLC has extremely strong relationships with all domestic weavers, dyers and printers of nylon, polyester, nylon/cotton and cotton substrates.
Grey Ghost Presents: 11 Days Of Veteran’s Day – Day 5
Wednesday, November 5th, 2014
Grey Ghost Gear is holding an 11 Days of Veteran’s Day Sale to commemorate the service of our nation’s Military Veterans. Starting November 1st, and ending on Veteran’s Day, November 11th, Grey Ghost will be running a different deal or discount every day.
Today’s deal for November 5th is 15% Off Karrimor SF Gear. No coupon code required, the offer is automatically applied.
ProMag Industries Won’t Be Selling Anymore PMAG Lookalikes
Wednesday, November 5th, 2014Despite reports to the contrary, the Magpul vs Brookshire Tool and Mfg Co dba ProMag Industries didn’t end in a draw. Magpul field suit against ProMag last year because the the PROMAG bore a striking resemblance to the PMAG. The case was settled late last month and the suit and countersuit dismissed in Federal Court but as with most of these settlements, everybody pays their own lawyers fees and walks away.
Except, Magpul released this statement on their blog:
MAGPUL AND PROMAG SETTLE PATENT INFRINGEMENT LAWSUIT
November 4, 2014
Magpul Industries Corp announced today that the parties have settled the patent infringement lawsuit that Magpul brought against ProMag based on ProMag’s selling and distribution of its magazines for AR15/M16 rifles and carbines. Magpul had alleged that these magazines violated its patents. The companies settled their dispute on confidential and mutually agreeable terms. As part of the settlement, ProMag agreed to discontinue sales of the accused magazines as currently configured.
New Products From Bawidamann Blades
Tuesday, November 4th, 2014Bawidamann Blades has introduced several new items and added the option of G10 VZ Walkure grips to their popular Pogn knife. Additionally, check out the brand-new Hrund knife and a new Uber Scabbard.
BAWIDAMANN POGN G10 VZ WALKURE GRIPS
The classic Pogn knife, now available with G10 VZ Walkure grips. There is also the option for paracord wrap grip with the Pogn L knife.
www.bawidamann.com/shop/item/pogn-tungstenblk-g10-vz-grips-04
BAWIDAMANN HRUND
The HRUND is the newest knife from Bawidamann Blades. With a blade length of only 2.85 inches, and an overall length of 6.75 inches, the HRUND is deceptively small. Made from S35-VN steel with a full tang and G10 grips.
Available with Stonewashed, Tungsten, and Bronze finishes.
www.bawidamann.com/shop/item/hrund-stonewashed-blk-vz-grips-01
UBER SCABBARD
The Uber Scabbard is a fusion of the Uber Sheath with the current and past scabbards offered by Bawidamann. It features 10+ ambidextous carry positions, adjustable retention, screws and postnuts for complete disassembly, and it’s PUP and MINI PUP compatible. The Uber Scabbard now comes standard with all Bawidamann blades.
Re-Purposed Project On Kickstarter
Tuesday, November 4th, 2014
The Re-Purposed Project is a collaborative effort between LBT and Leading Edge Ventures to up-cycle Veteran SOF uniforms and bags into new soft goods for every day use. The initial line will consist of a universal tote bag, a ball-cap, and a RP t-shirt. These items will be integrated with materials re-purposed from Veteran materials. Each item will also be accompanied with an RP Plaque, identifying the branch of service and AOR the Veteran material served.
For more information, and to check out the campaign, visit www.kickstarter.com/projects/31618481/the-re-purposed-rp-tote-bag-shirt-and-hat
