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Lancer Systems Contest Winner Announced

Tuesday, February 14th, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 2017

And the Winner Is…
Our Rifle Giveaway Winner Is Announced!

Quakertown, PA: Lancer Systems is excited to announce the winner of our exclusive giveaway rifle. Troy Johnson of Wisconsin, USA won this variation on the L15 Patrol Professional. This piece of equipment is a limited edition color and handguard configuration. Fully anodized to be FDE, and packaged up with a Lancer LCH5 13” handguard, with full rail. The full list of specifications are as follows:
•Part Number: L15-RFL-PP
•Handguard: Lancer LCH5 13”w full rail
•Caliber: .223rem / 5.56mmX45
Trigger Milspec
•Barrel: 14.5” Mid-Weight CHF Chrome Lined
Stock: B5 bravo
•Twist: 1:7
•Grip: Ergo
•Chamber: 5.56mmX45 NATO
•Others: FDE color
•Gas System: Mid Length
•Weight: 6.5 lbs
•Compensator: Smith’s Vortex—Pinned and Welded

We look forward to see this rifle in Troy’s hands, and hope he shares pictures on social media! At the time of this announcement, Troy was unable to comment, but we’re sure he’s as excited as we are.

Lancer Systems, the company behind reliable magazines and material science solutions – whether it’s Lancer’s logo on the product, or not. The key to Lancer’s reliability and durability is the engineering that goes into every product and series – striving for ingenuity that breeds better products. An engineering-focused company that aims to advance firearms and accessories to be the best products for the consumer. Check out Lancer Systems’ website (lancer-systems.com) to see the other business areas they are revolutionizing.

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Bravo Company Manufacturing – Mod 0 SOPMOD Stock

Monday, February 13th, 2017

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February 13, 2017 Hartland, WI – BCM introduces the Mod 0 SOPMOD Stock, a drop-in replacement stock for the M4 Carbine, built to be lighter and more durable than base issue equipment with an enhanced contour for an improved cheek weld.

Delivering a consistent and stable platform, without sacrificing the clean snag free design of the Mod 0 Minimalist Stock released in 2014, the BCM Mod 0 SOPMOD Stock is a product of continued refinement based on end user feedback and close work with leading tactical and weapons manipulation instructors and the end users they prepare for going into harm’s way.

Both the BCMGUNFIGHTER™ Mod 0 SOPMOD and the Mod 0 Minimalist stocks feature a patented internal latch system*, a built-in buttpad, a VBOS(Vehicle Borne Operations Sling) Tab and both an ambidextrous QD interface port and web slot for sling interface.

Like all BCM rifles and BCMGUNFIGHTER accessories, the Mod 0 Stocks are designed and made in the USA with the lightest and most durable materials to ensure components that last a lifetime.

Both stocks are available today on BravoCompanyUSA.com

To learn more about the BCM Mod 0 Series of stocks visit http://bravocompanymfg.com/stock/

Note: United States Patent Number: 9,109,855

Tags: BCM, Bravo Company, Bravo Company Manufacturing
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Gunfighter Moment – Larry Vickers

Saturday, February 11th, 2017

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.

With over 300,000 subscribers, his Youtube channel features a new firearms video every Friday.

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

Gunfighter Moment is a weekly feature brought to you by Bravo Company USA. Bravo Company is home of the Gunfighters, and each week they bring us a different trainer to offer some words of wisdom.

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BCM’s Homage To John Wick

Saturday, February 11th, 2017

John Wick Chapter 2 is now out in theaters, so it seems an appropriate time to put up this series of photos BCM released as an homage to the John Wick series.

www.bravocompanyusa.com

Tags: BCM, Bravo Company, Bravo Company USA, John Wick
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THYRM Releases the CellVault XL

Friday, February 10th, 2017

Sunnyvale, CA — Thyrm expands its CellVault™ line of storage products with the new CellVault™ XL. It features twice the capacity of the original CellVault while staying small enough for easy mounting and instant accessibility.

Users can store up to 6 CR123’s, 8 AAA’s, 4 AA’s, and even two 18650 rechargeable batteries. A removable, internal divider keeps batteries safe and organized. With the divider removed, the CellVault XL can hold a no-compromises survival kit or make sure data and valuables stay protected and handy.

“Customers love the original CellVault’s slim profile for adding critical battery storage to their gear, but many have a bit more dedicated space. So we designed the CellVault XL to maximize storage on a full MOLLE/PALS column. The extra space lets users carry more survival items, more batteries, and adds the ability to store 18650 rechargeables,” stated Thyrm CEO Andrew Frazier. “We were blown away by how many uses customers found for the original CellVault, so we can’t wait to see how the XL’s larger capacity allows for even more possibilities.”

Like the original CellVault, the XL is built to withstand the elements. Mounting also remains unchanged. The CellVault XL easily attaches to one available M.O.L.L.E. webbing column, straps or belts, and features lanyard loops at both ends for more attachment options. It’s available in black, urban gray, olive drab, flat dark earth, and rescue orange to match the user’s gear or intended environment.

Thyrm is proud to design and manufacture the entire CellVault product-line in the USA. Available at your favorite local dealer, online retailer, and thyrm.com.

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Blue Force Gear Offers Free Shipping On ULTRAcomp Pocket Holster Preorders

Friday, February 10th, 2017

POOLER, GA., Feb. 1, 2017 – Following a successful SHOT Show and positive response from attendees regarding its all-new ULTRAcomp Pocket Holster, Blue Force Gear®, the designer and manufacturer of the world’s finest weapon slings and tactical equipment, has announced that it will offer free shipping on all preorders placed now through midnight on March 1. The holsters, which are the thinnest pocket holster available today, are expected to ship beginning on March 1 and orders can be placed online at www.blueforcegear.com/pocket-holster.

Currently, the Blue Force Gear ULTRAcomp Pocket Holster is available to fit the SIG SAUER® P238/938, KIMBER® MICRO, GLOCK® 42, and RUGER® LCP® / LCP2. After resoundingly positive feedback from SHOT Show attendees and Blue Force Gear social media fans about the new holster, the company plans to debut additional models this year, including its GLOCK® 43, Smith & Wesson® J-Frame Revolvers, Taurus™ 738 TCP, M&P® Shield™ and BodyGuard® 380 pocket holsters. These models will be available at a later date in March.

“The amount of excitement we witnessed surrounding our new pocket holster at SHOT Show, as well as on our social media pages, was so impressive that we knew we needed to encourage individuals to preorder this item to avoid selling out,” said Tom Kaleta, Director of Marketing. “Our free shipping promotion is an added incentive for individuals and ensures that they’ll be one of the first to get their hands on our new pocket holster.”

The Blue Force Gear ULTRAcomp Pocket Holster is the company’s first foray into the everyday carry (EDC) market. Designed with Blue Force Gear’s proprietary high-performance laminate called ULTRAcomp®, the new EDC pocket holster exceeds military standard materials in tear and abrasion resistance, while remaining versatile and ultra lightweight for the carrier. ULTRAcomp removes extra bulk while solidly securing and concealing a pocket pistol, creating the thinnest pocket holster available today.

By reducing the weight and bulk over a standard pocket holster, the ULTRAcomp Pocket Holster provides additional comfort to the carrier and protects both the weapon and interior of the pocket. The secure weapon positioning that the holster provides ensures safe and accurate grip and weapon removal from its pocket holster.

To learn more about Blue Force Gear and its products, visit www.blueforcegear.com.

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SKD Tactical – FirstSpear STT.1 Plate Carrier

Wednesday, February 8th, 2017

SKD Tactical has partnered with FirstSpear to create the STT.1 Plate Carrier, an inexpensive carrier featuring both 6/12 and Tubes technology, optimized for use with SDK’s 10×12 armor plates. SKD’s rather spirited release/product description can be read below:

Combine the technological advances of First Spear and the marketing gonads of SKD in a dirty, backseat tryst, and the only thing that could gestate is a ground-breakingly evil product like the First Spear STT (Six-Twelve-Tubes) Plate Carrier.

Add to that the ultra high performance-to-cost-ratio of the SKD Armor Level IV Plates and a re-design of the STT to fit these plates like a custom Italian suit, and voila… TACTICAL ORGASM, otherwise known as the “STT.1”.

The First Spear STT.1 PC features the following:

First and only sub $200 plate carrier featuring BOTH 6/12™ and Tubes™ technology.

ONLY FITS SKD Armor 10×12 Plates, but fits them PERFECTLY.

All-Molle compatible front, back and cummerbund.

Weights 1.5 lbs.

Bottom flap pushes the plate to the top of the pocket for proper placement over your upper thoracic region.

Exclusive SKD-spec loop fastener strips to add PIG AFC Pontoons for increased air flow and padded goodness.

3 different cummerbund sizes to maximize fit*.

Available in Ranger Green, Black, Coyote, Multicam, and MultiCam Black

Made in USA.

SKD Exclusive!

We’ve also packaged the STT.1 with 2 SKD Armor 10×12 Level IV plates for an incredible deal at $499! Click HERE for the complete package!

www.first-spear.com

www.skdtac.com

Tags: FirstSpear, SKD Tactical
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Swab-Its Will Be At The Great American Outdoor Show

Tuesday, February 7th, 2017

Swab-Its be at the Great American Outdoor Show from Saturday, Feb 4th through Sunday, Feb 12 at Booth #720 in the Shooting Sports Hall. Swab-Its’ knowledgeable team will be demonstrating their growing line of gun cleaning products and they’ll be offering Great Outdoor Show Specials.

www.swab-its.com

Tags: Great American Outdoor Show, Swab-Its
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