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Vertx Reveals Second Generation Line of EDC Bags and Packs at SHOT Show 2015

Monday, January 12th, 2015

Vertx will unveil its second generation line of EDC bags, packs, and Tactigami accessories at the upcoming SHOT Show 2015.

“Our new lineup of bags and packs will expand carry options and storage capabilities immensely,” said Darrell Morrow, vice president of Vertx. “From our new Tablet Carrier to the EDC Principal Briefcase, we designed each new model from the same Vertx bag DNA our customers know and trust.”

The upcoming line includes:

EDC Ready Pack – A versatile daily use backpack. Colors: Black, Smoke Grey

EDC Transit Sling – A miniature sling bag for low-profile, compact missions. Colors: Black, Smoke Grey

EDC Essential Bag – A small go bag built for carrying only the essentials. Colors: Black, Smoke Grey

EDC Principal Brief Case – A 3-in-1 professional briefcase which can be transformed into a backpack or sling bag. Colors: Black, Smoke Grey

Gamut Plus Insert – An interior insert accessory for the Vertx EDC Gamut Plus for organizational needs, including communications and photography equipment. Colors: Tan

B-Range Bag – A compact range bag for easy storage. Colors: Black, Smoke Grey

Tactigami Tablet Carrier Cover – Compatible with most tablets and e-readers to help protect from damage. Features loop Velcro backing. Colors: Black

Tactigami Cell/GPS Pouch – Offers storage for cell phone or GPS systems. Colors: Black

Tactigami Large Organizational Pouch – Large pouch for general gear organization. Colors: Black

Tactigami Mini Organizational Pouch – Small pouch for general gear organization. Colors: Black.

Vertx will be present at booth #126, where they will not only be featuring their new products but also performing live product demonstrations with the Vertx Pro Staff team.

www.wearvertx.com

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Magpul Presents “The Precision Hunter” Featuring the New Hunter 700 Stock System – UPDATED with Product Details

Monday, January 12th, 2015

“The Precision Hunter” follows the activities of Magpul Dynamics and features the Hunter 700, Magpul’s new adjustable, lightweight stock system with aluminum bedding block for the short action Remington 700.

UPDATE – Magpul releases details on new 700 items:

“Hunter 700, $259.95 MSRP has an anodized aluminum bedding block, uses SGA cheek riser and LOP spacers, has M-LOK slots, has dimples to add swivel studs and places to add our QD sockets, weighs 2.9 lbs, and works with factory Rem bottom metal as packaged, or….

Remove a spacer (30 seconds) and insert our hybrid steel and polymer Bolt Action Magazine Well (MSRP $69.95, includes one magazine) to use AICS compatible magazines, speaking of which…

The PMAG5 7.62 AC is an AICS compatible polymer magazine with anti-tilt follower, MSRP $34.95. The magazine holds five rounds as packaged to comply with hunting regulations, but if you clip the follower stop on a pre-scored line, it becomes a 6-round magazine, useful in competitive shooting disciplines or just for an extra round.”

www.magpul.com

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BCM Standard 16″ C8 SFW (Special Forces Weapon) Upper Receiver Group

Monday, January 12th, 2015

Created at the request of Larry Vickers by Bravo Company, the BCM Standard 16″ C8 SFW (Special Forces Weapon) Upper Receiver Group was inspired by the Colt Canada C8 upper receiver used by several NATO SOF units.

You’re getting BCM quality here but in the same configuration as the Diemaco/Colt Canada C8 SFW. Additionally, the URG includes a removable Simon Sleeve (on front of barrel) used to mount a variety of accessories fielded by these units. That’s something you aren’t going to find in an off-the-shelf build.

European SOF began to field the Diemaco/Colt Canada C8 slightly behind the USSOCOM adoption of the M4A1 in the 1990s. Throughout the war on terror, its use expanded. Currently, it is fielded to Canadian SOF, various British Special Operations units, Norwegian Special Operations, Dutch Military, and others.

www.bravocompanyusa.com/BCM-Standard-16-C8-SFW-Upper-Receiver-p/bcm-urg-c8-sfw

Tags: BCM, Colt Canada, Larry Vickers
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Phokus Research Group Announces Partnership with Elite Defense

Monday, January 12th, 2015

Move will expand distribution channels giving Military Operators around the world more access to the company’s equipment solutions

San Diego, CA, January 9, 2015 – Phokus Research Group, an innovation company and manufacturer, announced today a partnership with Elite Defense to expand its international distribution. Elite Defense will now be the international master distributor of Phokus Research Group’s military line of products. This line includes more than 20 revolutionary items including the Deployment, Low-Vis, Shield, and Advanced Vehicle trauma kits, and the HOPLITE night vision refocusing device. Elite Defense maintains a comprehensive network of qualified distributors and retailers around the globe and works extensively with specialized, research and development focused companies to facilitate the transfer of niche products into broader markets.

“Partnering with Elite Defense will enable Phokus Research Group to support military units all over the world while maintaining our unique focus on developing innovative, field-driven solutions,” said Steve Friedlander, VP Sales and Marketing of Phokus Research Group. “As we respond to the increasing demand for our product line, collaborating with Elite Defense will ensure our expanded reach into the international marketplace without sacrificing the direct R&D work with our end-users that drives our technologies.”

Phokus Research Group will display their products at the 2015 SHOT Show taking place from January 20-23, 2015 in Las Vegas in the Elite Defense booth #32411. Interested dealers may contact Elite Defense to schedule a product review at the show or to learn more about becoming a dealer.

Tags: Elite Defense, Phokus Research Group
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SilencerCo Releases The Omega – A New .30 Caliber Suppressor

Monday, January 12th, 2015

Today, SilencerCo announced the release of The Omega, their brand-new .30 caliber suppressor. Made of lightweight titanium, tool-grade stainless steel, and Stellite, it combines aspects of the Harvester, Saker, and Specwar series suppressors, offering full auto capability, a 7-inch length, and a noise report of only 133 decibels. The full release can be read below:

SilencerCo Releases the Omega – The Best
.30 Caliber Rifle Silencer on the Market

WEST VALLEY CITY, UT – Jan. 12, 2015 – Furthering their reputation for constant innovation in firearm sound suppression, SilencerCo today released the Omega – the shortest, lightest and quietest full auto centerfire rifle silencer on the market.

Combining the best features from the Harvester, Saker and Specwar rifle series – all leaders in their respective classes – SilencerCo has built a true multipurpose product that excels in any scenario.

“The fact that we have the best performing and selling trio of .30 caliber silencers on the market doesn’t mean we stop innovating,” states SilencerCo CEO Joshua Waldron. “We’re constantly looking for ways to improve upon our successes, and 2015 will be no exception.”

The Omega is comprised of titanium, tool-grade stainless steel and Stellite, keeping its weight at 14 ounces, while providing strength sufficient for full auto applications. Length is only 7 inches using a direct thread mount, or 7 ¾ inches with the Active Spring Retention (ASR) quick-detach mount – both included with each purchase. Sound is minimized to an industry-leading 133 decibels on a .308 platform. In addition, a removable Anchor Brake provides significant recoil reduction for larger calibers.

Available immediately, the Omega will start shipping to distributors in January 2015. For more information, visit: http://www.silencerco.com/omega. To find a SilencerCo dealer near you, visit http://www.silencerco.com/locate-dealer.

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SKD TAC – Obiwan KENobi

Monday, January 12th, 2015

www.skdtac.com/SKD-Obiwan-Kenobi-Patch

Tags: Ken Hackathorn, SKD Tactical
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Kinetic Development Group Launches…Now

Monday, January 12th, 2015

Today, Kinetic Development Group (kineticdg.com) was launched simultaneously with this exclusive Soldier Systems Daily announcement. KDG was founded by some of the key executive sales and development team members that left LWRC International in the spring of 2014. Dave Loeser, Darren Mellors and AJ Lafferty were determined to build a company by supplanting the type of culture that was responsible for so much of their collective success. They wanted to preserve the momentum or “Kinetic” energy they had as a team with the goal of bringing the highest quality, most innovative firearms accessories and solutions to the top end of the market.

KDG’s goals are focused on answers to problems with small arms, not answers to the questions not asked. “We are purposely avoiding the overcrowded AR market as we believe we, our former company, and hundreds of other AR manufacturers have evolved that platform about as far as it can go,” said Darren Mellors, Managing Member of KDG. “The focus will start on underserved products like the FN SCAR and HK 416/MR series. We have started to improve these two European weapons families to meet the needs of the American shooters, Warfighters and Law Enforcement Officers. Identifying problems and engineering the best solutions are very intuitive to us. I am not only a managing member of KDG….I am also a customer! That is the standard by which we judge our products and service. Do I need this, and do I want one? ”

The first weapon they have dedicated to improving was the SCAR L/H by FNH. Their SCAR products are called MREX Solutions (Modular Receiver Extension). A sneak peak of the MREX with MLOK is pictured.

KDG has a formula; often manufacturers release products months if not years before the product is ready for sale. KDG commits to release products when they are tested and ready for market, period. “The end user, dealers, and small businesses were responsible for the largest most explosive advancement in small arms design, accessories and standardization in history,” said Mellors. “That is why we are partnering with the best commercial dealers whom have driven that evolution.” AJ Lafferty added, “….part of my job is to identify the best dealers in the country that share our values and culture, and sell complimentary quality products and services. We want them to share in our success.”

“Our History of success developing products in the US commercial market, has proven relevant overseas, and we plan to continue to develop an international distributor network. I believe the market will be impressed with what they will see coming from Kinetic down the road.” said David Loeser, Managing partner.

Watch out for KDG! Check them out on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube as well:

www.facebook.com/kineticdevgru

Instagram: @kineticdevgroup

YouTube: kineticdevgroup

Kineticdg.com

Tags: Kinetic Development Group
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Maker Monday – S&S Precision Plate Frame Pouches & Accessories

Monday, January 12th, 2015

The S&S Precision Plate Frame Pouch Ensemble has quickly evolved since the Plate Frame’s debut in 2012. For S&S Precision, it’s requirements driven design and these pouches were specifically created to fit the needs of PlateFrame users. There’s nothing extraneous here. Everything is functional with a minimalist approach to take up as little space as possible on the PlateFrame and hold weight to a minimum. But this doesn’t mean that these pouches are flimsy. To the contrary, S&S Precision has been working with the user community to offer items that will stand up to abuse in a variety of environments.