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SIG SAUER MCX-REGULATOR: Redefining the Ranch Rifle

Thursday, March 7th, 2024

NEWINGTON, N.H., (March 7, 2024) – Built on the legendary MCX platform, SIG SAUER is pleased to introduce the MCX-REGULATOR for an entirely new level of modularity.  This newest addition to the MCX family combines the upper receiver of the MCX SPEAR-LT and gas piston system used by Elite Special Forces worldwide with a newly designed lower receiver, trigger and stock, forever redefining the ranch rifle.

“The heart and soul of this rifle is one of our flagship products – the legendary MCX,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc.  “This is the first time the DNA of an Elite Special Forces battle platform, flawless function, and a short stroke gas piston system has been specifically designed and visioned for the working rifle. At SIG, we don’t subscribe to the premise that its acceptable to compromise for any purpose, including your working rifle, and this rifle will revolutionize a day at the ranch or however you use your REGULATOR.”

The MCX-REGULATOR is an aluminum frame rifle with a gas-piston operating system, a Magpul™ SGA Mossberg 500/590 traditional stock in a Gen II NiR FDE Cerakote™ for reduced IR Signature. The platform features a redesigned lower receiver compatible with all MCX upper receivers, a fully ambidextrous magazine release, safety selector, and bolt catch. The MCX-REGULATOR ships with a two-stage match trigger, a cold hammer-forged carbon steel barrel, a SIG designed muzzle brake, and is available in 7.62×39 and 5.56 calibers. The MCX-REGULATOR offers a built in Arca Rail for easy tripod mounting and ships with a 10-round magazine.

Additionally, the MCX-REGULATOR is available in with a factory installed mil-spec ROMEO2 optic. The optic features a molded glass aspheric lens with high-performance coatings for superior light transmittance and zero distortion, D.A.R.C. (Dark Adaptive Reticles and Coatings) technology to provide ideal reticle brightness and target clarity during the day or under night vision, MOTAC™ (motion-activated illumination system) automatically turns the optic off when not in use, and automatically turns it back on when it detects motion, and MAGNETAC™ (Magnetic Activation) automatically turns the optic off when holstered in a compatible holster, and on when drawn. The sight has a 7075-aluminum housing and comes with a full shroud installed to fully enclosed and seal the sight. A spring-loaded side battery tray with push-button release allows a battery change without the need to remove the optic from the firearm.

Product Specifications:

MCX-REGULATOR (5.56):

Caliber: 5.56
Overall Length: 38.9 in.
Overall Height: 5.4 in.
Overall Width: 2.3 in.
Barrel Length: 16 in.
Barrel Twist: 1:7 in.
Weight w/magazine: 7.9 lbs.

MCX-REGULATOR (7.62×39):

Caliber: 7.62 x 39
Overall Length: 38.9 in.
Overall Height: 5.4 in.
Overall Width: 2.3 in.
Barrel Length: 16 in.
Barrel Twist: 1:9.5 in.
Weight w/magazine: 7.9 lbs.

MCX-REGULATOR with ROMEO2:

Caliber: 5.56
Overall Length: 38.9 in.
Overall Height: 5.4 in.
Overall Width: 2.3 in
Barrel Length: 16 in.
Barrel Twist: 1:7 in.
Weight w/magazine: 8 lbs.

ROMEO2 Red Dot:

Magnification: 1x
Reticle: Circle Dot 3MOA
Adjustment: 1 MOA (per click)
Clear Aperture: 30mm
Illumination Settings: 12 Daylight, 3 NV
Waterproof: IPX7
Battery: CR2032
Overall Length: 1.84 inches
Overall Width: 1.32 inches
Overall Height w/o shrouds: 1.12 inch
NSN Number: 1240-01-717-4679

The MCX-REGULATOR is now shipping and available at retailers. To learn more about the product or watch the product video, visit sigsauer.com.

The SIG SAUER 1911-XSERIES: Classic Design Meets Modern Innovation

Wednesday, March 6th, 2024

NEWINGTON, N.H., (March 6, 2024) – While the wait seems like a day short of forever, it’s definitely worth it. SIG SAUER is pleased to announce the introduction of the 1911-XSERIES; the long-awaited pistols that blend the beloved features of the 1911 that made the platform iconic, with the modern necessities the enthusiast desires.

“America has a love affair with the 1911; the platform has a rich history that has withstood the test of time,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc.  “The 1911-XSERIES honors the standard and delivers XSERIES innovation and ingenuity to the platform.  The pistols are available in carry and full-size, come optic-ready, have a smooth flat trigger, and are loaded with feature-rich upgrades straight from the factory.”

The SIG SAUER 1911 X-SERIES are stainless steel, 45 ACP hammer-fired pistols with an optics-ready XSERIES slide, X-RAY3 Day/Night sights, a serrated flat trigger, custom engraved and checkered G10 grips, extended slide release and ambidextrous safety levers, and each ships with (2) 8-round steel magazines.  The pistols are available in the 1911-XCARRY and 1911-XFULL sizes in either black or coyote tan; both sizes offer the option of a factory installed ROMEO-X red dot optic.  The 1911-XFULL is now shipping to dealers, with Carry models expected to start shipping summer 2024.

1911-XFULL:

Caliber: 45 ACP
Capacity: 8 rounds
Overall length: 8.7 inches
Overall height: 5.6 inches
Overall width:  1.4 inches
Barrel length: 5.0 inches
Sight Radius: 6.5 inches
Weight (w/magazine): 42.1 ounces

1911-XCARRY:

Caliber: 45 ACP
Capacity: 8 rounds
Overall length: 8 inches
Overall height: 5.5 inches
Overall width:  1.3 inches
Barrel length: 4.2 inches
Sight Radius: 5.75 inches
Weight (w/magazine): 39.1 ounces

The 1911-XSERIES ROMEO-X models feature a factory installed ROMEO-X red-dot sight from SIG SAUER Electro-Optics; the optics is crafted from 7075 aircraft-grade aluminum featuring machined anti-reflection grooves on shooter-facing surfaces with distortion-free aspheric glass and a patent-pending Beryllium Copper flexure-arm adjustment system. The ROMEO-X incorporates a high-efficiency point source red LED emitter with 2 MOA dot / 32 MOA circle reticle, side independent brightness adjustment buttons, 15 brightness settings including night vision settings, and a side-mounted CR1632 battery compartment with a threaded battery cap so the optic does not need to be removed from the pistol for battery changes. Additionally, the ROMEO-X offers a low deck height for standard-height iron sight co-witness, has a minimum continuous runtime of 20,000 hours at medium brightness setting and utilizes MOTAC™ (Motion Activated Illumination), MAGNETAC™ (Magnetic Activation), and D.A.R.C™ (Dark Adaptive Reticles & Coatings) technologies.

1911-XFULL ROMEO-X:

Caliber: 45 ACP
Capacity: 8 rounds
Overall length: 8.7 inches
Overall height: 6 inches
Overall width:  1.4 inches
Barrel length: 5.0 inches
Sight Radius: 6.5 inches
Weight (w/magazine): 42 ounces

1911-XCARRY ROMEO-X:

Caliber: 45 ACP
Capacity: 8 rounds
Overall length: 8 inches
Overall height: 6 inches
Overall width:  1.3 inches
Barrel length: 4.2 inches
Sight Radius: 5.75 inches
Weight (w/magazine): 39 ounces

ROMEO-X Compact Red Dot Sight:

Clear Aperture Diameter: 24mm
Reticle: 2MOA Dot / 32 MOA Circle
Lens Type: Aspheric
Illumination Settings: 15 ( 12 Day / 3NV)
Overall Length: 1.62 inches
Overall Width: .94 inches
Overall Height: 1.23 inch
Mounting Footprint: 365 and SHIELD™ RMSc
Weight (w/o battery): 1.0 ounce
Battery: CR1632

The 1911-XSERIES pistols are now shipping and available at retailers.  To learn more about the pistols, or watch the product video, visit sigsauer.com.

Gentex Corporation Announces Additional Order for Ops-Core RAILINK Power and Data ARC Rail System

Wednesday, March 6th, 2024

Integrated Headborne Platform receives second USSOCOM order.

CARBONDALE, PA, March 5th, 2024 – Gentex Corporation, a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel, announced today that they have received a second-round order for the Ops-Core RAILINK power and data system from US Special Operations Command.

“When operating within the unique SOF environment, there is no margin for error. With a second delivery order coming immediately after completion of the first delivery order, it is clear that our nation’s elite SOF operators see that RAILINK delivers on the features and benefits they specified at the beginning of the RAILINK development program” said Tom Short, Vice President of Ground Systems at Gentex Corporation.”

The RAILINK platform facilitates integration of a broad range of unique functionality on the headborne system. Powered by a central helmet power center, feeding power to, and sharing data between, an array of smart nodes and a VAS/NVG interface   RAILINK improves protection and lethality by increasing the effectiveness of the user and reducing their burden.

To learn more about RAILINK, visit:  www.gentexcorp.com/introducing-railink

Tactical Tuesday: Women’s History Month Giveaway from Vertx

Tuesday, March 5th, 2024

To celebrate Women’s History Month, Vertx has teamed up with industry leaders SIG SAUER and Premier Body Armor to introduce an exclusive giveaway that celebrates and empowers the resilience of women. This specially curated package was made for the modern woman who values security, style, and independence, with a retail value exceeding $1,580.

Prize package includes:

– SIG SAUER Rose 9mm Pistol
– Vertx Transit Sling with Premier Body Armor Panel
– Vertx Lena Everyday Fanny Pack with Premier Body Armor Panel
– Vertx Hayes High Rise Jeans
– Vertx Women’s Valley Flannel

Help us celebrate Women’s History Month by sharing this awesome giveaway with friends and family.

Click here to enter

Must be 21 or older and a legal U.S. resident to enter. Void where prohibited. Winners subject to background checks and must comply with all federal, state, and local laws.

MATBOCK Monday: Part 1 of 3 – Breaking down the Graverobber Assault Medic (GRAM) Kit

Monday, March 4th, 2024

We are going to start with the Graverobber™ Assault Insert, which is where the shoulder straps are attached to. This panel insert converts to a skeleton med panel, which can be clipped or slung using the thin padded shoulder straps.

Remove to design a custom panel that is interchangeable for different packing requirements or easily change bags with the versatility of a panel insert. Without any medical gear, this weighs 10oz (283 grams)

Over the next few weeks, we will show how you can integrate this insert into the GRAM and then into the sustainment. Please reach out to sales@matbock.com or check www.matbock.com if you have any more questions.

FirstSpear Friday Focus: FS Attends Enforce Tac & SICUR

Friday, March 1st, 2024

The FirstSpear team spent the week showcasing new technology & gear to end users at Enforce Tac in Nuremberg, Germany and SICUR in Madrid, Spain.

Continuing its attendance at Enforce Tac in its 11th year, FirstSpear continues to innovate and answer the call of those at the tip of the spear domestically and globally. With over 80 countries in attendance, this year also marked the 11th year of our attendance since the very beginning of the show.

The team also spent time in Madrid, Spain at SICUR leading international security event, that brings together public and private security companies. Continuing to support war fighters throughout the world.

For more information about FirstSpear, please visit www.first-spear.com.

Enforce Tac 24 – Vertx Crucible Mid Layer Hoody

Thursday, February 29th, 2024

The new Crucible Mid Layer Hoodie from Vertx is a highly breathable insulation layer 60G PrimaLoft Gold Insulation and Active Vent technology.

Offered in Tobacco and It’s Almost Black in sizes Small- XXLarge.

Enforce Tac 24 – OTTE Gear Down Range Combat Pant

Thursday, February 29th, 2024

OTTE Gear launched their new Down Range Pant during SHOT Show.

Made from a fabric with some mechanical stretch, this combat pant incorporates reinforced knees and removable knee pads.

Additionally, there’s a low profile bungee system to tighten the knee pad. Below it is a zippered calf pocket.

Finally, the thigh pockets have slots behind them which will accept magazines.

Coming soon from ottegear.com.