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New Slide Patterns from Grey Ghost Precision

Tuesday, January 15th, 2019

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Wallace, ID – Grey Ghost Precision is excited to announce that they have added two additional slide patterns to their GGP-19 and GGP-17 aftermarket Glock slide product line.

The new additions are simply called the V3 and V4, and while they share the same precision engineering and tightened critical tolerances of their predecessors the V1 and V2… they are offering something new to the optics-loving crowd. The V3 and V4 slides feature a hybrid MRDS cut. Previously the V1 and V2 slides were only cut and tapped for mounting the Trijicon RMR. However the V3 and V4 slides now feature a modified optic footprint to accommodate the slightly larger Leupold DeltaPoint Pro. Still want to mount your trusty Trijicon RMR? As it turns out, the DPP and RMR share a similar front profile without the bolt patterns intersecting each other. The primary difference in the footprints are overall length, but GGP resolved this with an ingenious aluminum shim plate for use with the shorter RMR. The result is dual compatibility right out of the box, without the need for bulky adapter plates that raise the optic further above the bore axis. Note: GGP provides three pairs of screws for mounting either the Leupold DPP, Trijicon RMR, or the G10 RMR cover plate (for you iron sight purists). Using the factory-length screws that come with your optic of choice will not install correctly.

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As if the optics feature wasn’t enough, the new patterns on the V3 and V4 are worth attention as well. At a quick glance, GGP’s V3 slide would seem to be standard angled serrations. However upon further inspection, the depth of the serrations taper inwards as the cut goes up the slide. This gives you a much more aggressive grip near the top of the slide for press checks and malfunction clearing drills, especially under sweaty, muddy, or bloody conditions. The top of the V3 has shallow cuts that also aid in press checks, while mimicking the design on top of the GGP Glock Barrels.

For the V4 slides, they’ve designed a studded micro-scale texture that provides an unmatched level of frictional grip in any direction of pull. Reminiscent of their V2 slide with “geoscales,” however this pattern is smaller and the little studs within each individual scale provide a much higher level of frictional grip in leu of traditional serrations. The V4 also has a top window cutout presumably for weight balance.

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  • Machined from 17-4 Billet Stainless Steel for tighter-than-factory-tolerances
  • Black Nitride coated inside and out for superior corrosion resistance
  • Dual compatibility with Leupold DPP and Trijicon RMR with supplied screws and shim plate
  • V3 Slide Pattern with tapered depth serrations for varying aggressiveness from top to bottom
  • V4 Slide Pattern with studded micro-scales for enhanced frictional grip
  • Available for Gen 3 or Gen 4 G19 compatible frames

The Grey Ghost Precision V3 and V4 is available for pre-order now for February delivery. Visit www.greyghostprecision.com for more details.

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For a hands on experience, visit Grey Ghost Precision at SHOT Show 2019, Booth #4366

SureFire Celebrates 40th Anniversary

Tuesday, January 15th, 2019

SureFire, LLC is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year as the manufacturer of the world’s finest illumination tools, suppressors, and tactical accessories.

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Founded in 1979 as Laser Products Corporation, the company took tactical innovation into uncharted territory when it introduced the LPC Model 7, which incorporated a laser sight atop a Colt Trooper .357 Magnum, to become the world’s first commercially-available laser-aimed weapon. The LPC Model 7 created an entirely new market in the process, and Laser Products went on to develop other groundbreaking laser sights for a variety of weapons. As this technology became favored by military and law enforcement agencies, the company responded to their needs by developing weapon-mounted lights for handguns, followed by integrated WeaponLights for shotguns, submachineguns, and rifles. Those products fostered the development of the first compact high-intensity flashlight, the Model 6P, which created the premium tactical lighting market that SureFire has dominated for the past 30 years.

“We made our mark with laser sights and tactical illumination tools, but we didn’t stop there,” said SureFire president and founder, Dr. John Matthews. “Our basic mission has always been to produce products that help good guys who go into harm’s way, and we’ve never stopped innovating to give our customers the advantage they need and deserve.”

Now in its 40th year, SureFire remains the leader in extreme-duty illumination products and tactical tools, including innovative hands-free lighting, Ear Pro® brand hearing protection and communication devices, and battlefield-proven suppressor designs such as their SOCOM model, the official suppressor of the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force and U.S. Marine Special Operations since 2011, a contract that was renewed in 2017.

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Through four decades of technical innovation, one thing has never changed at SureFire, and that’s Dr. Matthews’ unwavering commitment to produce the best by utilizing advanced technology, precision manufacturing, and the finest materials and components — every SureFire product is engineered for maximum performance, no expense spared.

 

“It costs what it costs to make things right — and to employ American workers to do it,” Matthews said. “That’s just the way it is: We build the best, without compromise.”

 

With a 40-year legacy behind it, SureFire has its sights set squarely on the future. New models to be announced at the 2019 SHOT Show in Las Vegas are just the tip of the iceberg.

 

“I’m proud of what the SureFire team has accomplished, but I’m even more excited that we’re already laying the groundwork for the future, developing innovations that will redefine several market segments in which we are involved, and a few new ones as well,” Matthews said. “But this has never been about us. It has always been about our customers and helping them win the fight. They’ve had our back, and we’ll continue to have theirs.” 

www.surefire.com

Check Out The Latest From Safran Optics1 At SHOT Show

Tuesday, January 15th, 2019

Sneak Peek – VLTOR Modular A5 Buffer Kit

Tuesday, January 15th, 2019

This is the VLTOR Modular A5 Buffer Kit. Featuring simple, tool-free disassembly, it will come with various configurable components, but it is separate from the existing core A5 buffer system.

BE Meyers & Co to Deliver $14M+ Order of LA-22/U to USMC MARCORSYSCOM OIS Program

Tuesday, January 15th, 2019

Redmond, WA (January 15, 2019) – B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc., a designer and manufacturer of Advanced Photonic Solutions, is delivering an additional $14M+ GLARE RECOIL® (JETDS identifier LA-22/U) eye-safe green laser hail and warning systems for the MARCORSYSCOM (Marine Corps Systems Command) Ocular Interrupter System (OIS) Program. The first delivery is scheduled for April 30th, 2019. This $14M+ order follows multiple orders that have been successfully delivered over the last two years as part of a sole source IDIQ contract.

The LA-22/U is the USMC designated variant of the B.E. Meyers & Co. GLARE RECOIL®, the only Class 2M, eye-safe series of Escalation of Force laser dazzlers for hail and warning, with an NOHD of 0 meters. This industry leading NOHD rating is achieved with B.E. Meyers & Co.’s SmartRange™ technology that identifies the range to target and automatically regulates the power to correspond with output that is safe for that distance. If the target moves, the systems self-regulates power on target accordingly. The GLARE RECOIL® can easily envelope both short-range and long-range target areas through the motorized zoom functions. The GLARE RECOIL® technology was recently spotted in use by the U.S. Marine Corps as a long range, subterranean illuminator during training exercises, highlighting the product’s versatility and value to end-users.

The LA-22/U is available for procurement as NSN 5860-01-657-3893. It is currently in production and being delivered by B.E. Meyers & Co., the sole source provider to MARCORSYSCOM for the $49M IDIQ Ocular Interruption System (OIS) program, contract number M67854-14-D-1040.

www.bemeyers.com

Patagonia Lost Arrow Project Military Alpine Recce System (MARS)

Tuesday, January 15th, 2019

The Lost Arrow Project at Patagonia is proud to announce the release of their Military Alpine Recce System (MARS). This project has been in the works for several years and for 2019 the line is being commercialized to the market place.

At Lost Arrow Project, we create special-purpose clothing solutions for extreme environments by leveraging Patagonia’s deep experience in materials innovation, technical design and precision manufacturing. The system is 100% USA made and Berry Compliant.

We are proud to be working with the following dealers in 2019:
US Elite Gear
Deliberate Dynamics
Tidewater Tactical
Tactical Distributors
US Patriot
R9 Global
ADS
TSSI
Federal Resources
W.S. Darley & Co.
Quantico Tactical
Goldbelt Wolf LLC
Edgar Brothers – United Kingdom

Lost Arrow Project will be holding private meetings at SHOT Show and all inquiries can be directed to Lapsales@patagonia.com to coordinate a meeting.

UF PRO Releases ‘Pro’s Guide to Combat Medic Essential Skills’ Series—Shows How to Save Lives, Missions

Tuesday, January 15th, 2019

TRZIN, SLOVENIA (14 January 2019)—UF PRO®, maker of advanced-technology jackets, sweaters, shirts, pants, hats, caps, and accessories for military and law-enforcement units, today announced it plans to soon make available online at no cost a video series for aspiring combat medics to teach them the basics of treating casualties and preventing needless deaths during missions.

Called “The Pro’s Guide to Combat Medic Essentials Skills,” the video set consists of several installments hosted by a SF combat medic who currently actively serves in the forces and has kept troops patched up while participating over the years in everything from routine exercises to hot-zone engagements.

 

“The Pro’s Guide to Combat Medic Essential Skills” has been released on the 13th of January and lays out fundamental, proven techniques for quickly, efficiently, and effectively aiding the injured in the field when no medical doctor is available.

 

UF PRO® added that at the conclusion of each video, a short quiz is presented to viewers and said the company will give to quiz-takers who pass all three tests a complimentary, limited-edition UF PRO® Combat Medic patch that can be worn on their uniforms.

As explained by UF PRO®, the first video in “The Pro’s Guide to Combat Medic Essential Skills” series discusses care under fire. Field medics need to swiftly assess injuries and wounds, then choose the best way under the circumstances to treat them. This part of the series delves into the latest strategies for keeping unit personnel alive, comfortable, and safe.

 

The second video describes the M.A.R.C.H. algorithm. M.A.R.C.H. stands for massive hemorrhage, airway constriction, respiratory distress, circulation problems, and hypothermia. As the video reveals, each of those conditions is listed in descending order of injury seriousness and so provides a handy way to remember which ones must receive attention first when encountering multiple casualties all at once.

 

The final installment deals with the actual interventions medics need to make when casualties occur. For example, shown in detail are techniques to stop bleeding, splint a broken bone, clean a wound, and manage pain.

UF PRO® indicated that anyone interested in receiving notification that an official release date for the video series has been set can sign up for a UF PRO® email alert by visiting “The Pro’s Guide to Combat Medic Essential Skills” webpage.

For more information about UF PRO®, “The Pro’s Guide to Combat Medic Essential Skills,” and the complete line of UF PRO® tactical gear, please visit ufpro.si.

LaRue Cagulowa

Tuesday, January 15th, 2019

If you’ve been looking for a handy way to carry your scope equipped rifle, then the Cagulowa from Larue Tactical is for you.

Made of leather, it features six adjustment points to balance the center of gravity.

Below, Mark LaRue explains why he created the Cagulowa:

Whelp, I blame this new product on yoga pants. Wait ! Hear me out.

While working out one day at a gym called OrangeTheory, the female yell-leader instructor must be a model for yoga pants or a LuLuLemon plant. Anyhow, the whole aura she had goin’ on caused me to lift a larger barbell behind my head than my age group (old) could handle. Bam !! Torn right elbow.

Fast forward to now. Elbow is slow to heal but I need to hike with a rifle …

“As to the species of exercise, I advise the gun. While this gives a moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprize, and independance to the mind. Games played with the ball and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be the constant companion of your walks.”

– Thomas Jefferson 1785 August 19.

On my ranch hikes, using my injured right arm, I couldn’t find a comfortable way to carry my scoped 10-22. My invention demon jumped onto my right shoulder and drop kicked my right ear. Bam again !! I listened to the invention demon and came up with the Cagulowa ™ – Carries Gun Long Way.

Trust me, this is nice to have. Makes carrying scoped rifles a gamechanger. Tell your gal you are sick of Valentine’s Day chocolates and you want a Cagulowa™ Carry Handle instead. And no, silly, it won’t change you rifles zero (unless you duct-taped your scope on).

Be advised, these are made by slow walking saddle makers, so put your order in and give us a few days to knock you one out.

Enjoy,

Mark LaRue

www.larue.com/products/larue-cagulowa