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Federal Resources Awarded GSA IT Schedule 70

Sunday, December 20th, 2015

FEDERAL RESOURCES AWARDED GSA IT SCHEDULE 70

Government Contractor, Federal Resources, has been awarded the GSA Federal Supply IT Schedule 70 IDIQ contract for innovative information technology products, services and solutions.

Stevensville MD December 16, 2015 – Federal Resources, a government contracting company located in Stevensville, MD, has recently been awarded a United States General Services Administration (GSA) Information Technology (IT) Schedule 70 contract. The IT Schedule 70 contract is a multiple award indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract and is the largest, most widely used acquisition vehicle in the United States government offering a wide variety of information technology products, services and solutions.

Partnering the IT Schedule 70 contract with their current GSA Schedule 84 contract for Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue, Clothing, Marine Craft and Emergency/Disaster Response, Federal Resources can now supply their customers with the latest technology available to them for all of their networking and communications needs.

“We understand the need for technology in the world today,” says Federal Resources’ CEO, Robert McWilliams, “and we are excited to provide government agencies and more specifically the war fighters, the tools needed to perform their mission at the highest level possible.”

Federal Resources has increased both market penetration and product offerings every year through unique partnering with manufacturers like Airbus Defense and Space, Klas Technologies, Haivision, Engility and Sonus. The first offering on the GSA Schedule 70 contract is the Airbus Defense and Space’s Ranger Flyaway Multi-Band Terminal, the Ranger 1000, complimented by an array of options.

“With the rise of terrorist threats in the United States, we strive to support the brave men and women who plan to track down these threats.” exclaims McWilliams. “The addition of this contract enables us to further support them by offering not only the equipment, but the training and support needed.”

www.federalresources.com

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SKD Tactical – SKD AR-15 Free Float Handguard

Sunday, December 20th, 2015

SKD Tactical is now offering their own exclusive AR-15 Free Float Hanguard. The SKD AR-15 Free Float Hanguard is a slim, precision machined, lightweight rail option that is available with either the M-LOK or KeyMod attachment system.

Features

Slim 1.52″ outer diameter (1.35″ inner diameter)

Top hole accessory mounts

MilSpec Type-III hardcoat anodizing

Ultralight design and construction

Integrated “light-duty” anti-rotational QD mount

Made in the USA

Available in Black, SKD Orange and Coyote Brown

www.skdtac.com/SKD-AR15-FFH-Free-Float-Handguard-M-Lok-p

www.skdtac.com/SKD-AR15-FFH-Free-Float-Handguard-Keymod-p

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GeoBallistics – Precision Shooting Wind Meter

Sunday, December 20th, 2015

GeoBallistics’ Precision Shooting Wind Meter is a plug-in wind meter for smartphones or tablets, designed for use with the BallisticsARC mobile app. When plugged into the audio jack of the device, it actively measures local wind velocity, with direction measured by the device compass. It is capable of detecting winds from 2 to 125 mph, with an accuracy of +/- 0.5%. The Precision Shooting Wind Meter requires no separate batteries to operate, and comes with a hard case for storage.

geoballistics.com/product/precision-shooting-wind-meter

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Posted in Gadgets, Sensors, Tac Apps | 4 Comments »

Corps Strength – The Real Apocalypse

Saturday, December 19th, 2015

As a Marine and life long gun guy, I do my best to get to the range on a regular basis. Plus as a citizen that carries a Concealed Carry Weapon, I feel it’s a serious responsibility to keep my skills up, not just for my sake, but for those around me. Depending on what shooting I go to several different ranges in my area, both outdoor and indoor. Shooting is very popular down here, not that it’s not in other places, but the fact we have decent weather year round and very little restriction on gun ownership (good thing), the ranges are almost always crowded.

In these crowds you’ll see a wide range of different types of people. People shooting hunting rifles, home defense folks, skeet shooters, men, women and kids of all ages and different ethnic groups. A wide range of skills and experience for sure but overall good people. With that there is one group that always shows up (in larger and larger numbers as of late) and I’m sure you’ve seen them; the camo down, geared up, military style guys. I’ve seen this group at ranges all over the country and within the law people are free to do what ever they want and I would be the last one to try and tell free people what to do with their time and money.

However one thing that you notice with this group other than the obvious fact that they’ve spent a lot of money on gear and weapons is that most (not all) are way out of shape. I have always found this a curious thing. Meaning that if you are into the whole military thing (from my experience, most aren’t or never have been in the military), you would think that you would also want to at least get into reasonable physical shape like the military? I have heard many of these people speak about “Prepping” and their fear of a coming “meltdown” of society, in which they would be need to prepared with weapons, food, etc. to survive on their own. I know these people are well stocked with all the best gear, but in a real situation all that stuff and planning won’t mean anything if your body can’t hold up (let alone perform at a high level) in a tough situation. To be honest seeing these people squeezed into expensive tactical gear is funny to see and has become a joke on the internet (where I got the attached picture), as it’s so common. So it’s not just me noticing this.

In reality, I’ve seen this actually play out during some of the major hurricanes we’ve had down here. I’ve see people that were in poor condition (and not just older people) have a very hard time dealing with the stress of evacuating and the recovery afterward. Just for one example, I saw out of shape people in my neighborhood that were virtually helpless trying deal with the aftermath of hurricane Ivan. The heat, humidity were extreme and there was no power for over a week, so no AC. Myself and several other Marines spent a lot of time helping these people (neighbors) and we were glad that we could, however I hate to think what would have happened to them without help. Some ended up in the hospital anyway.

My point is this (and I’ve said this many times before), is that you have to “prep” yourself first. Before you gear up Rambo, get yourself in at least reasonable shape. My book Corps Strength lays out a simple and effective way to this and costs about as much as one box of 9mm. Get in shape and be truly ready to deal with the real world. Not to mention you’ll avoid having your picture become an internet joke.

I hope everyone has a Merry and Safe Christmas. Enjoy time with your family and friends and be sure to say a prayer and raise a glass to our brothers and sisters serving in harms way during the holidays.

Semper Fi

MGunz

corpsstrength.com

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Gunfighter Moment – Larry Vickers

Saturday, December 19th, 2015

Given the current situation in the industry with red dot sights I get people asking me everyday on what Aimpoint optic I recommend.

Being a long time user of Aimpoints red dot sights and a brand ambassador for the company I have had a chance to use everything they make. If money is no object then I recommend the Micro T-1/T-2/H-1/H-2 series. They are the top of the line in my book.

If you are watching the budget then I recommend the Patrol Rifle Optic. For the money spent it is superb.

Hopefully this helps you pick what Aimpoint optic works best for you. In my considerable experience, and I am admittedly biased, Aimpoint red dot sights are without peer; very simply the finest money can buy.

-Larry Vickers
Vickers Tactical Inc.
Host of TacTV

Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is a retired US Army 1st SFOD-Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant. In recent years he has hosted tactical firearms related TV shows on the Sportsman Channel with the latest being TacTV of which Bravo Company is a presenting sponsor. Larry Vickers special operations background is one of the most unique in the industry today; he has been directly or indirectly involved in the some of the most significant special operations missions of the last quarter century. During Operation Just Cause he participated in Operation Acid Gambit – the rescue of Kurt Muse from Modelo Prison in Panama City, Panama. As a tactics and marksmanship instructor on active duty he helped train special operations personnel that later captured Saddam Hussein and eliminated his sons Uday and Qusay Hussein. In addition he was directly involved in the design and development of the HK416 for Tier One SOF use which was used by Naval Special Warfare personnel to kill Osama Bin Laden. Larry Vickers has developed various small arms accessories with the most notable being his signature sling manufactured by Blue Force Gear and Glock accessories made by Tangodown. In addition he has maintained strong relationships with premium companies within the tactical firearms industry such as BCM, Aimpoint, Black Hills Ammunition, Wilson Combat and Schmidt & Bender.

Larry Vickers travels the country conducting combat marksmanship classes for law abiding civilians, law enforcement and military and has partnered with Alias Training to coordinate classes to best meet the needs of the students attending the class.

Gunfighter Moment is a weekly feature brought to you by Alias Training & Security Services. Each week Alias brings us a different Trainer and in turn they offer us some words of wisdom.

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Christmas Sales From Extreme Outfitters

Saturday, December 19th, 2015

Multiple discount codes may be used on the same order. Some items may be subject to availability or limited quantities. All sales end 12/24/15.

www.extremeoutfitters.us/christmassales

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Team Wendy & Polaris Giveaway To Support Mission 22

Saturday, December 19th, 2015

Team Wendy and Polaris are donating a helmet and E-Fat Bike to raise funds for Mission22. The bike and helmet will be on display at Team Wendy’s booth at SHOT and the winner will be selected Jan 31.

mission-22.myshopify.com/products/donate-to-mission-22

Tags: Polaris, Team Wendy
Posted in Charity | 6 Comments »

Gerber Introduces Mobile-First Website

Saturday, December 19th, 2015

PORTLAND, OREGON (Dec. 18, 2015) – Gerber, an industry leader in knives, tools and personal equipment for over 75 years, just launched a new content-rich, mobile-first website at gerbergear.com. The new site provides an enhanced user experience, improved presentation of product and increased search ability.

Organizational improvements include the ability to search products by activity, collection or type, allowing consumers to quickly and easily explore the entire Gerber line.

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