According the TR Equipement a French government customer has placed an order for the new SCAR SC (SubCompact) from FN Herstal in 5.56mm.
It features a reversible, curved nonreciprocating charging handle and telescoping buttstock. 
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French Order FN SCAR SC
Friday, January 3rd, 2020Dead Air + Noveske “Heat Model” Colt 733 Enhanced Clone package
Friday, January 3rd, 2020
Michael Mann productions tend to have above average firearms choreography, and HEAT is considered among his best. Dead Air Armament and Noveske Rifleworks seem to agree, because they’ve partnered up to produce an extremely limited “Heat Model” Colt 733 Enhanced Clone package inspired by the big bank shootout from that film, and the Colt 733 wielded by Val Klimer’s character, Chris Shiherlis.
The rifle stars with a Noveske/Dead Air Gen 1 lower receiver with combo logo rollmark, and a Noveske A1E1 upper with shell deflector and forged carry handle, complete with an Elite Smoke Cerakote finish. The furniture consists of a standard carbine M4 handguard, GI charging handle, A2 pistol grip, and CAR15 aluminum stock with Graphite Black Cerakote finish.
The 11.5″ light commando barrel is capped with a Forward Controls Design 6315KM 1/2×28 flash hider, which features direct attachment compatibility with the Sandman-K suppressor that comes with the package. The suppressor itself shares the same Dead Air/Noveske combo logo and serial number as the host 733 clone.
Limited to just 50 units, the “Heat Model” Colt 733 package was available initially to Dead Air ‘ASYLUM’ program members, with the remaining going out to Dead Air’s dealer network. So if you want one, pick it up fast!
deadairsilencers.com/product/heat733
Savage Arms Introduces Its First Semi-Automatic Shotgun: RENEGAUGE
Friday, January 3rd, 2020WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – January 3, 2020 – Savage Arms, makers of the most trusted hunting and target rifles in the United States, is proud to introduce RENEGAUGE. The new American-made semiautomatic 12 gauge shotguns are built for field use, offer hunters and competitors a new standard for both fit and function, and include several patented parts and designs—including the Dual Regulating Inline Valve (D.R.I.V.) gas system.
“RENEGAUGE is unlike any other semi-automatic shotgun, and demonstrates our commitment to innovate as an independent company,” said Al Kasper, President and CEO. “This project has been in the works for years because we wanted to enter a new category in a big way. The team in place now did an amazing job getting this to the finish line. Hunters and shooters are going to be amazed with the fit, feel, function and versatility of this shotgun. And it’s a platform we can and will build on—so look for more in the very near future.”
RENEGAUGE has been tested to the extreme—both in the field and in the lab. Everything in the design is intentional and has a purpose. RENEGAUGE looks different because it is—and it brings American-made performance to a new level. The shotgun functions and cycles light loads and magnum field loads with unbelievable consistency and reliability. Avid wing shooters will love the way it swings, competitors will find it at home on the range, and hunters will trust it in the nastiest of conditions.
The D.R.I.V. system provides RENEGAGUE with the unparalleled ability to regulate the gas that cycles the shotgun’s action. Both low-brass target shells and Magnum hunting shells will cycle the action with the same reliability and without any adjustment from the shooter.
This functionality is complimented by how easy RENEGAUGE is to fit to the shooter. From comb height to length of pull, RENEGAUGE can be adjusted to ensure every aspect of its ergonomics matches its user’s needs.
Features:
• D.R.I.V. gas system
• Adjustable stock for length of pull, comb height, drop and cast
• One-piece, chrome plated action bar assembly
• Chrome plated reciprocating components
• Stock rod buffer to reduce felt recoil
• Fluted barrel with melonite finish
• Carbon steel ventilated rib with
red fiberoptic sight
• Competition-ready easy loading magazine port
• Oversized controls
• 3 interchangeable flush mount choke tubes (Beretta/Benelli) – IC, M, F
• Hard-sided carrying case
Learn more at www.savagearms.com.
Pro-Shot Products Acquires KleenBore
Friday, January 3rd, 2020Acquisition Adds Legendary Firearms Cleaning brand to Pro-Shot Products offering.
Transaction Enhances Pro-Shot’s Presence in Military, Law Enforcement, and Commercial markets worldwide.
TAYLORVILLE, Illinois, January 2, 2020 /Press Release/ — Today, Pro-Shot Products, Inc. announced it has acquired KleenBore, a leading provider of firearms cleaning kits, rods, and accessories from Safariland, LLC. Since 1977, KleenBore is well-known globally for its quality gun care and maintenance products. The brand offers cleaning systems and kits for small arms from .177 to 40mm. With more than 200 products including cleaning kits, rods, tactical cleaning kits, brushes, jags, mops, and other fine accessories, KleenBore offers a full line of firearm cleaning solutions.
The completed transaction enhances Pro-Shot’s position within the firearms cleaning and maintenance category, complementing its already wide and diverse Pro-Shot brand of products. With KleenBore’s strong heritage and background in military and law enforcement markets, it will strengthen the product development pipeline of quality user-friendly products additionally in these markets.
“The Kleenbore transaction aligns with Pro-Shot’s growth strategy led by our families entrepreneurial management team. This famous legendary brand will strengthen our position at the forefront of the gun care market. Further, our team’s vast knowledge, distribution network, and sales and marketing expertise in the gun care market will bring new innovative gun care solutions along with revitalizing exclusive KleenBore products that have been famous over the years. Acquiring KleenBore strengthens our leadership position in the gun care category. It also allows us to enter the military and law enforcement markets with the brand’s effective multi-product, and multi-channel strategy, said Pro-Shot Chief Executive Officer John Damarin.”
KleenBore will be a part of the world’s largest upcoming outdoor trade show, the Shot Show, held in Las Vegas from January21-24, 2020 and be located at Pro-Shot booth# 1030. All former and current customers are encouraged to visit us as well as contact us at the following information. Phone: 800-477-7922 / 217-824-9133
For more information visit www.proshotproducts.com or www.proshotdefense.com.
Email: service@proshotproducts.com
FirstSpear Friday Focus – Tac Belt
Friday, January 3rd, 2020Today we are getting a look at the Tac Belt from FirstSpear.
Designed to integrate with the low profile 6/12 AGB sleeve and base belt lite, the Tac Belt features loop sections for securing the Modular v-ring and sewn on loop points perfect for attaching a non-load bearing carabiner.
The inside of the belt is lined with hook and will secure to loop style belts like the base belt lite. This belt is not a stiffened belt like the AGB and provides an ultra light and low profile platform to work from. Made in the USA.
Available in Black, Multicam, and Coyote. Does not include padded AGB sleeve.
You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up
Friday, January 3rd, 2020
AmmoSquared Inc. Launches Crowdfund to Revolutionize the Ammunition Industry
Thursday, January 2nd, 2020No industry is immune to digital disruption… not even ammunition.
Boise, Idaho (December 2019) AmmoSquared Inc. is on a mission to change the way 94 million gun owners think about and manage ammunition by combining the physical world of ammunition with the convenience of online digital management.
According to the company, by starting off digital, ammunition becomes more convenient to purchase, store, exchange, manage, and ultimately, own.
CEO of AmmoSquared Inc, Dan Morton, explained, “Our vision of the future is that every gun owner in America will soon have two forms of ammunition: physical, that they store in their house and take to the range, and digital, which is accumulating in the background, easily exchangeable, and deliverable on demand.”
The company’s existing business model, which was launched in 2015, already offers a unique ammunition subscription service designed to help customers stay stocked up on ammo, but according to Morton, that is just phase one of AmmoSquared’s long term vision.
“Currently customers can purchase ammunition in small amounts via a reoccurring subscription,” Morton continued. “It doesn’t matter whether they are buying one box or one round at a time, it all goes into their digital inventory and accumulates until the customer is ready for delivery. This subscription-based model is just the first phase of our vision.”
AmmoSquared is looking at the future of ammunition and has recently begun raising capital to build a next-generation digital ammunition exchange. Chris Corriveau, CTO of AmmoSquared, added, “Our ultimate goal is to build a true ‘Digital Ammunition Exchange’ where individuals can purchase, store, exchange, and sell ammunition with just a few clicks online. This way, every gun owner has a backup supply of ammunition in a ‘digital’ format that is easily exchangeable and available whenever they need it. Ammunition holders will also be able to trade into, or out of, different calibers in order to take advantage of price changes in the ammunition market.”
Morton and Corriveau predict this will create a market-based leveling mechanism to smooth out the sometimes-dramatic price and availability swings in ammunition that increase during the political election cycle.
To raise capital, the company is issuing Series Seed Preferred Shares to accredited and non-accredited investors through equity crowdfunding portal Wefunder.
“We wanted to give everyone an opportunity to join us and invest in the future of ammunition. Most folks are not accredited investors so it was important to choose an equity crowdfunding platform where anyone with as little as $100 could become a shareholder in AmmoSquared. There are also great gun related perks available for those who can invest $500 or more,” Morton said.
While there are a handful of public companies in the firearms industry such as Sturm, Ruger and Company, American Outdoor Brands, and Olin Corp (Winchester), the ability to invest in a disruptive tech startup in this industry is rare to non-existent – especially for the smaller investor.
Investors in AmmoSquared have a unique opportunity to own part of an ammunition company, drive innovation in the industry, and support the 2nd Amendment.
For investment information visit: wefunder.com/ammosquared
Blaser USA Transitions to Blaser Group
Thursday, January 2nd, 2020San Antonio, Texas (January 2, 2020) – Blaser USA, the official U.S. importer for Blaser, Mauser, Sauer, Rigby and Minox, is now operating under the new name of Blaser Group. The name change is a key component in the global branding strategy of the portfolio of companies in the L&O Hunting Group.
“The transition from Blaser USA to Blaser Group reflects a significant milestone in establishing consistent branding around the world. In all key markets, Blaser Group will represent our fine German and English brands” said Jason Evans, CEO of Blaser Group (USA division). “All U.S. consumer brand strategies and business operations will remain unchanged.”
Blaser Group recently added the new Blaser R8 Ultimate and Ultimate Leather to its renowned line of bolt-action rifles. The R8 features a straight-pull action and is among the world’s fastest and most modular hunting rifles.
London gunmaker John Rigby & Company has released a new limited edition ‘W.D.M. Bell’ model of their Highland Stalker rifle, paying homage to adventurer Karamojo Bell. The African big game hunter is celebrated worldwide as an advocate for accurate shot placement using smaller caliber rifles, a technique he perfected by the dissection and study of the skulls of elephants he shot, namely with his .275 Rigby. This limited run of only 50 rifles is the first in Rigby’s new Heritage series and will be offered in .275 Rigby, like Bell’s original rifle.
