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Vickers Guide: 1911 Now Available

Friday, November 13th, 2015

  

“My journey with the Government Model 1911 pistol started in 1983 when I attended SOT (Special Operations Training) at Mott Lake on Ft. Bragg, North Carolina. Since then I have served an entire career in Special Operations, with 15 years of it in Delta Force. I’ve carried the 1911 in combat, used it in IPSC and IDPA competitions, built custom versions for members of Delta, friends and others in the industry, and used it as the tool it was designed to be in my various handgun related classes. My experience with it has shaped my life in every way imaginable. *Vickers Guide* is a visual guide of the people and pistols that have shaped my life and my relationship with America’s favorite handgun. The one and only 1911. Enjoy.”

– Larry Vickers (Retired US Army 1st SFOD-Delta Combat Veteran)

www.vickersguide.com

SIG SAUER Offers Limited Edition P229 Carry Models

Friday, November 13th, 2015

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NEWINGTON, N.H. (November 12, 2015) — SIG SAUER, Inc., is now offering the P229 Carry chambered in .40 and .357SIG. These reduced-length pistols maintain the standard grip length and magazine capacity as the standard P229, but with a shortened slide and barrel length.

Available in Nitron and SAS models, the P229 Carry features a non-railed alloy frame and durable Nitron finished slide. SIGLITE Night Sights come standard. Black G-10 grips offer a stout grip, even when wet.

The 3.5″ barrel makes the P229 Carry easy to draw from concealment or a duty rig. Ideal for inside the waistband (IWB) carry, the P229 Carry uses standard length, full capacity P229 magazines, making it a great back-up choice.

“As we’ve worked with armed professionals over the years, we kept hearing comments about shorter slides and barrels, but with full-size magazines and grips,” said John Brasseur, Director of Product Management for SIG SAUER, Inc. “This combination offers advantages in certain low visibility applications. One benefit of our New Hampshire-based facility is that we can adapt new designs very efficiently to meet the needs of our users in the field.”

The Nitron model features a DA/SA trigger and the full set of internal safeties found in all Classic SIG SAUER pistols. The SAS model features the Short Reset Trigger system (SRT) and has had the SIG Anti-Snag treatment applied, where all sharp corners and hard edges have been rounded, making for a more comfortable gun to conceal.

Both the Nitron and SAS P229 Carry models are shipping now in .40 and .357SIG. A caliber X-Change kit will also be available to convert .40 and .357SIG variants to 9mm.

For more information, please visit www.sigsauer.com.

Savannah Economic Development Authority Announces Expansion of Five Businesses, Including Blue Force Gear

Friday, November 13th, 2015

The Savannah Morning News published an article detailing an announcement by the Savannah Economic Development Authority regarding the expansion of five Savannah-based businesses, including tactical gear manufacturer Blue Force Gear. The SEDA claims the expansions will in total bring in 240 new jobs and more than $30 million in investment to the area.

You can read the full article at the following link: savannahnow.com/exchange/2015-11-11/seda-announces-business-expansions

Meprolight Will Be Displaying New Optics At Milipol Paris 2015

Friday, November 13th, 2015

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MILIPOL 2015: Attention Snipers and Sharpshooters! Meprolight Has New Night Vision and Thermal Offerings for you!

The Company will display an advanced variation of the MEPRO NOA NYX Uncooled Thermal Weapon Sight with higher resolution, and a new generation of the MEPRO HUNTER Sniper’s Night Vision Weapon Sight for maximizing first hit probability

Milipol 2015, November 17-20, Paris, France, Hall 5, Aisle D, Stand 123

November 12, 2015 – Meprolight – a leading manufacturer of thermal and night vision equipment, electro-optical systems, Laser Range Finder systems, and Self-Illuminated sights for military, law enforcement and civil applications – presents new night vision and thermal offerings for snipers and sharpshooters at the upcoming Milipol exhibition. The company will display an advanced variation of the MEPRO NOA NYX with higher resolution, and a new generation of the MEPRO HUNTER Sniper’s Night Vision Weapon Sight for maximizing first hit probability.

According to Benny Kokia, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, “We are happy to present our new solutions, developed by our R&D department. Our close relationships and ongoing communication with our customers allow us to very rapidly translate lessons learned in the field into upgrades for our systems – and to quickly bring the most advanced sights to the market. Both the MEPRO NOA NYX and the MEPRO HUNTER were updated in this type of rapid process. We are pleased that our customers recognize our efforts and appreciate the quality of our products – and that special units have already purchased the new sights.”

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The latest versions of the MEPRO NOA NYX – Lightweight Uncooled Thermal Weapon Sight will be unveiled at Milipol, supporting 640×480 microbolometer cores (17?). They provide a more advanced image, a wider field-of-vision, and longer ranges, and include color displays and overlays. The thermal MEPRO NOA NYX sight guarantees high-quality observation and precision target engagement – enabling efficient day & night operations in low-light conditions, dust & smoke scenarios, and in complete darkness common in CQB.

The sight is provided in a compact, lightweight and durable enclosure, minimizing weapon load and ensuring convenient and reliable operation at all times. Advanced power saving capabilities based on a motion sensor combined with utilization of four commercially available “AA” batteries significantly reduce the sight’s Life Cycle Costs (LCC).

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The new generation of the MEPRO HUNTER Sniper’s Night Vision Weapon Sight with x4 or x6 magnification, optimized for sniper operations, will be launched at the exhibition. Included among the modifications are: An improved zeroing mechanism that allows increased accuracy for both short and long distances – enabling ballistic compensation, as well as changing the reticles for better accuracy; Reduced click size enabling greater precision during the zeroing process; Upgraded adapter that enables user to maintain zeroing during installation and removal of the sight.

www.meprolight.com

FirstSpear Friday Focus – Hydrapak Hydration Bladders

Friday, November 13th, 2015

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For this week’s Friday Focus, we’re taking a look at FirstSpear’s offering of Hydrapak’s 1L and 3L hydration bladders. Hydrapak ‘drink on the move’ hydration systems are made of thermoplastic polyurethane, offering durability and flexibility to the system. The patented slider opening allows for quick filling with a secure seal. The Hydrapak hydration bladders are also reversible for easy cleaning and drying.

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Hydrapak bladders were selected by FirstSpear to serve as a high-quality hydration system to use with FirstSpear’s current line of hydration pouches and other load carriage products.

www.first-spear.com – Hydrapak 1L Bladder
www.first-spear.com – Hydrapak 3L Bladder

TPG To Exhibit At Milipol Paris 2015

Thursday, November 12th, 2015

Boynton Beach, Fla. (November 2015) – Tacprogear (TPG), a leading manufacturer of tactical equipment used by professionals around the globe, will be unveiling its new VALIANT SERIES Level IIIA Soft Armor and exhibiting at Milipol Paris 2015, to be held at the Paris Nord Villepinte – Hall 5A in Paris, France, Nov. 17 – 20, 2015. TPG will be exhibiting at Booth #5E136.

“Milipol Paris is the must-attend event for homeland security professionals worldwide. We are pleased to introduce the latest of our Gen 2 products, as well new VALIANT SERIES Level IIIA Soft Armor, to the attending public and security organizations,” commented Dan Lounsbury, CEO of TPG and TPG BLACK.

TPG and TPG BLACK will be exhibiting a variety of new products designed for military, defense and security professionals. TPG’s new Tactical Luxury line, combining tactical tough products with luxury materials, will feature bags and packables, luggage and carry-on bags, as well as eyewear cases and packs. In addition, TPG Armor will be showing ballistic helmets, concealable and tactical vests, NIJ certified hard armor plates and soft armor inserts and more, including TPG BLACK’s latest product, the VALIANT SERIES Level IIIA Soft Armor. A variety of products from TPG Nylon, including the second generation of bags and packs, will also be featured at the TPG booth.

Milipol Paris is known as the world’s leading security exhibition, attracting exhibitors from around the world. Milipol Paris welcomes the industry’s key players, purchasers, suppliers and experts. In 2013, Milipol Paris saw 25,834 visitors from 150 countries, 915 exhibitors from 49 countries, 161 offical deligations from 97 countries and 359 journalists from 29 countries attend.

www.tacprogear.com

Magpul – Now Shipping PMAG 10 AK/AKM MOE

Thursday, November 12th, 2015

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Magpul is now shipping the PMAG 10 AK/AKM MOE. It is a 10-round polymer magazine designed for Kalashnikov-pattern rifles chambered in 7.62x39mm, such as the AK-47, AKM, AKS, SIG556R, and more. Like the 30-round AK/AKM MOE magazine, the PMAG 10 AK/AKM MOE features constant curve geometry, a low-friction follower, and a removable floorplate. Additionally, the PMAG 10 AK/AKM MOE magazine counts as three US compliance parts for 922r. Made in the USA.

FEATURES

  • Impact and crush resistant all polymer body
  • Constant-curve internal geometry for smooth feeding
  • Anti-tilt, self-lubricating follower for increased reliability
  • Long life stainless steel spring
  • Ribbed gripping surface and aggressive front and rear texture for positive magazine handling
  • Paint pen dot matrix panels on the bottom of the body to allow for identification marking
  • Flared floorplate aids magazine handling and disassembly
  • www.magpul.com/products/pmag-10-ak-akm-moe

    Griffin Armament – Optimus Silencer

    Thursday, November 12th, 2015

    Griffin Armament has just announced their new Optimus Silencer. The Optimus is designed as a multi-caliber suppressor, starting off in its standard configuration as a 300 Winchester Magnum-rated suppressor. Included components such as a piston, booster assembly, and swappable endcaps, allow users to configure the Optimus for pistol and rimfire caliber rounds, as well as various rifle calibers. The full release can be read below:

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    The Optimus Silencer is the most significant advancement in consumer silencer technology in the last decade. A truly high performance and versatile silencer, the Optimus can service any firearm from rimfire calibers up to 300 Winchester magnum.

    Utilizing full 17-4 stainless construction with user adaptable components the Optimus in its full size standard configuration is a 9.4” 18.5 ounce, taper mounted 300 Winchester Magnum rated silencer.

  • A 7.9 inch 16 ounce 308 rated Mid Size Taper Mount configuration can be attained using the optional minimalist brake shield.
  • Re configuring the suppressor with the included booster assembly and piston, the Optimus transforms into a high performance, reliable, 9mm pistol silencer
  • The optional low profile 3 lug assembly can also be interfaced with the Optimus pistol configuration, providing secure attachment for 9mm, 556 and 300 blk out carbines.
  • Additionally, the user can enjoy quiet rimfire shooting by switching end caps to the included 22 caliber end cap.
  • After use the Optimus can be fully disassembled for cleaning by removing the patent pending Taper Lock interfaces.
  • The Optimus silencer transforms into multiple configurations to suit the shooters requirements on various platforms from rimfire to 300 win mag. Full spectrum versatility, in a single, durable, user serviceable silencer is now possible with the Griffin Optimus.

    Includes: 9mm and 22 caliber end caps; full booster assembly, 1/2×28 piston, and 5/8×24 30 caliber Minimalist Brake Mount.

    www.griffinarmament.com