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Trijicon RMR Type 2 Selected for US Special Operations Command

Tuesday, September 4th, 2018

Wixom, MI, (September 4, 2018) – Trijicon®, Inc., global provider of innovative aiming solutions for the hunting, shooting, military and law enforcement markets is pleased to announce the selection of the Trijicon RMR (Ruggedized Miniature Reflex) Type 2 by NSWC Crane Division for the USSOCOM Miniature Aiming System – Day Optics Program. The contract is for a five-year period. Work will be performed in Wixom, Michigan, and is expected to be completed by August 2023.

“Trijicon is honored and extremely pleased to win this contract,” said John Rupp, Vice President of Business Development. “This selection is a testament to the rugged durability of Trijicon optics and the RMR Type 2 will provide outstanding performance to USSOCOM.”

The Trijicon RMR® Type 2 deploys a new electronics design that bolsters durability and performance in the most punishing environments and extends the functionality of the red dot sight. The updated electronics and battery contacts increase reliability under the harshest use and stiffest recoil. The CR2032 lithium battery lasts up to four years in the Adjustable LED model at mid-setting. Audible and tactile windage and elevation adjustments allow for quick and easy zeroing with no need for special tools or devices. The RMR Type 2 is compatible with existing RMR mounts and optics-ready pistols.

Trijicon is proud to count among its users all the United States Military Services, including Special Operations Forces, the United States Government, state and local Law Enforcement and many of America’s allies.

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BE Meyers & Co Exhibiting At Maneuver Conference / Fort Benning Expo 2018

Tuesday, September 4th, 2018

B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. will be exhibiting their advanced laser systems and warfighter solutions at the Maneuver Warfighter Conference and Fort Benning Expo on September 11-13, 2018 at the Mcginnis-Wickham hall in Fort Benning, GA. Visit booth #18 to speak with the B.E. Meyers & Co. Team, and to see the Modular Advanced Weapon Laser – Direct Action (MAWL®-DA); the IZLID® series of laser pointers/illuminators; the GLARE® RECOIL weapon mounted Hail and Warning laser system; and the BOARS™-M2 optics and accessories rail for the M2 platform. B.E. Meyers & Co. will also be displaying their new M2A1F threaded flash hider for the General Dynamics M2A1 heavy machine gun.

To schedule a meeting with B.E. Meyers & Co. at the Maneuver Warfighter Conference/Fort Benning Expo, please contact sales@bemeyers.com.

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Mechanix Wear Releases OD Green Original, FastFit, and M-Pact Tactical Gloves

Tuesday, September 4th, 2018

Los Angeles, California – September 4th, 2018 – Mechanix Wear, Inc. introduces The Original®, FastFit® and newly designed M-Pact® in OD Green, expanding their line of tactical gloves for military and law enforcement professionals.

“Olive drab walks the line to provide the perfect shade between foliage and dark earth tones to conceal the wearer in temperate regions. We are excited to add this classic color-way to our expanding line of tactical hand protection,” Kenny Safford, Product Design Manager.

The Original redefined. Now equipped with touchscreen capable synthetic leather, nylon carrier loops for storage, and breathable TrekyDry® performance material to keep users cool and comfortable in the field.

Versatility is king. A new generation of FastFit tactical gloves are upon us. Take control with high-dexterity 0.6mm synthetic leather and stay connected with full touchscreen technology in the palm of your hands. The FastFit delivers an unmatched fit with TrekDry evaporative cooling material technology, and rugged carrier loops for storage in the field.

Make an M-Pact. The newly designed M-Pact® dissipates more blunt force impact energy than ever before with a newly designed Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR) exo-skeleton that meets EN 13594 impact standard. The newly designed exo-skeleton features improved ergonomics for better overall dexterity and finger manipulation. Stay connected in the field with rugged 0.8mm synthetic leather infused with touchscreen technology and D3O® palm padding to reduce hand fatigue when you’re fully engaged.

“We are particularly excited about the newly designed M-Pact glove, which offers our users CE-rated impact protection against blunt force injuries,” Safford states.

The expansion of OD Green follows our continued pursuit to provide military, law enforcement, and shooting sports enthusiasts with effective hand protection solutions.

Learn more about Mechanix Wear Tactical gloves on Mechanix.com.

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Jankel Celebrates 15 Years of Success in Australia at Land Forces 2018

Tuesday, September 4th, 2018

Jankel, a world-leader in the design and manufacture of high-specification defence, security and NGO vehicles and protection systems, is celebrating 15 years of success in Australia at the Land Forces 2018 event. Land Forces 2018 is taking place 4-6 September in Adelaide, where Jankel will be exhibiting their capabilities on stand number 4L11.

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Since entering the Australian market in 2003 with sales of Civilian Armoured Vehicles (CAVs) based on a Toyota chassis, Jankel has delivered a wide range of projects. Jankel has won contracts as a direct prime to the Australian MoD’s Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG) and, formerly, the Defence Materiel Organisation (DMO). In addition, Jankel is a key supplier to a number of other prime contractors and key partners including Supacat and JCB. Jankel’s Australian defence and security projects have included the provision of bespoke armour systems and up-armouring solutions for: Perentie; JCB 535-95; REDFIN 1A and REDFIN 1B SOV programmes. Through their business activity in Australia, Jankel has also secured contracts in New Zealand, again, working directly to the MoD and as a supplier to their partners. Jankel has been active in supporting Australian Industry Content (AIC) compliant programmes including the establishment of locally manufactured product lines. For instance, in support Supacat’s REDFIN programme, Jankel partnered with Tectonica who manufactured Jankel’s range of BLASTech mitigation seats directly in Australia under a sub-contract. In total, Jankel’s Australian business has generated over AUD $35 million across a 15-year period.

Looking ahead, Jankel is focused on the continued expansion of their Australian business footprint. Specifically, in addition to marketing their wide range of protection system capabilities, Jankel is targeting the provision of specialist seating and survivability systems for Land 400 phases 2 & 3 as well as a number of opportunities to deliver specialist tactical, counter-terror and civilian armoured vehicle fleets for specialist user groups.

Dan Crosby, Commercial Director at Jankel said: “Australia continues to be an important market for Jankel. We’ve enjoyed a significant amount of success to date which has further underlined the credibility of the products and services we are able to offer. Our protection systems, many manufactured locally in Australia, are in service across multiple platforms saving Australian lives today and into the future.” He added: “We’ve successfully developed and broadened our business model in recent years to become a company that delivers a wider range of fully engineered tactical and military vehicles with the benefits of highly capable and certified COTS chassis systems. In addition to our protection system business, we’re winning complete vehicle programme contracts in Europe – something we’re also keen to expand in Australia and across the wider Asia Pacific region”.

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Max Talk Monday – Working Alone

Monday, September 3rd, 2018

This is the third installment of ‘Max Talk Monday’ which shares select episodes from a series of instructional videos. Max Velocity Tactical (MVT) has established a reputation on the leading edge of tactical live fire and force on force training. MVT is dedicated to developing and training tactical excellence at the individual and team level.

Somewhat provocatively titled, Max Talk 033 is a discussion and live fire demonstration of the disadvantages of working as a ‘lone wolf operator.’ Max runs a break contact scenario as an individual, and gives it a good shot with some Individual Movement techniques (IMT), but clearly the inability to conduct proper fire and movement is an issue.

Max is a tactical trainer and author, a lifelong professional soldier with extensive military experience. He served with British Special Operations Forces, both enlisted and as a commissioned officer; a graduate of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. Max served on numerous operational deployments, and also served as a recruit instructor. Max spent five years serving as a paramilitary contractor in both Iraq and Afghanistan; the latter two years working for the British Government in Helmand Province, Afghanistan.

Website: Max Velocity Tactical

YouTube: Max Velocity Tactical

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Final Fifty ZEV-Winkler Knives Now Available

Monday, September 3rd, 2018

For anyone that missed out on adding one of these spectacular ZEV-Winkler collaboration knives to their kit, now is your chance. ZEV Technologies teamed up with Winkler Knives to create a unique, custom limited-edition, personal defense knife suitable for everyday carry.

With a total of 100 produced, this second and final batch of 50 is sure to sell out

The 4-1/4” blade is made from 80CrV2 steel, coated in black oxide and features a sculpted G10 curved handle, for an overall length of 8-3/8”. Additionally, the blade features thumb index file work on top of the blade. The final detail is the Kydex sheath featuring a contrasting overlay in ZEV’s iconic red and black color scheme.

Knife Specifications:
• Blade steel: 80CrV2
• Black oxide no-glare finish
• Blade length: 4 1/4″
• Overall length: 8 3/8″
• Blade thickness: 3/16″
• Skeletonized, full tapered tang
• Thumb index file work

Sheath:
• Red and Black Kydex® featuring ZEV slashes
• Spring steel, belt clip that can be mounted on either side of the sheath in both vertical or horizontal positions

www.zevtechnologies.com/ZEV-winkler-knife

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Rogue Fitness – Cast Weight Vest Plates

Monday, September 3rd, 2018

featuring a double curved shape, these cast weight plates measure 11.25” in length and 9.25” in width, making them compatible with the 5.11 TacTec Plate Carrier, Condor Sentry Plate Carrier, and other similar weight vests on the market. Sold by the pair, they are available in 5.75, 8.75 and 13.75 lbs. The reason for weights is that when they are added to a standard 2.5 lbs vest, the three plate size pairs create total weights of 14 LBS, 20 LBS, and 30 LBS, respectively.

Made in USA.

THESE ARE NOT BODY ARMOR

www.roguefitness.com/usa-cast-weight-vest-plate

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Protonex to Exhibit PTX Power Manager Systems at MSPO

Sunday, September 2nd, 2018

Visit booth # F-20 in the US Pavilion at MSPO 2018 next week in Kielce, Poland to see the PTX range of tactical power management solutions in action.

Included in the display will be the industry-leading ABC-812 Adaptive Battery Charger and the operationally-proven SPM-622 Squad Power Manager. Visitors will be able to see how the ABC and SPM can be used to keep AUV and UGV platforms fully operational in austere environments. They will also be able to see a demonstration of how to draw power from any vehicle – NATO or former Warsaw Pact – and keep dismounted troops powered up and in the fight.

PTX power management systems are also featured in the Sept. issues of ‘Armada International’, ‘FRAG OUT!’, ‘Infantry Bugler’, ‘Military Technology’, and ‘Marine Corps Gazette’.

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