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Aimpoint – Supplier of Red Dot Sights to the Alternative Individual Weapon System to UK MOD

Friday, September 8th, 2023

MALMÖ, Sweden – Aimpoint, the leading manufacturer and innovator of red dot sighting technology, has been chosen to deliver mini red dot sights to the Alternative Individual Weapon System, designated L403A1 to UK MOD, via our exclusive UK distributor Edgar Brothers.

The AIW will consist of three elements including the rifle system L403A1, the optic system L900A1, and the training system. As part of the optic system, Aimpoint will supply the ACRO® P-2 red dot sight.

Built to exceed the requirements of the users, the ACRO series sights have been tested and proven to withstand the extreme shock, vibration, temperatures, and material stresses generated by firing over 20,000 rounds of .40 S&W ammunition. Primarily designed for use on handguns, the ACRO next generation can also be mounted on carbines, shotguns and hunting rifles or utilized as a backup sight on magnified scopes and thermal imagers. These versatile optics are night vision compatible and are the ultimate solution for extremely rugged, low-profile, compact sighting needs.

“We at Aimpoint are extremely proud to be part of this Hunter project that pushes the limits of innovation for the modern personal weapon system. We trust our distributor Edgar Brother to bring the system into service alongside DE&S in a very professional way, and that our product will contribute to the success of the AIW by enhancing soldiers’ capabilities to effectively perform their mission. “ – Erik Jeppsson, Sales & Marketing Director Aimpoint.

As the Prime Contractor and UK distributors, Edgar Brothers will supply the equipment to UK MOD.

For more information, visit the company’s webpage: www.aimpoint.com.

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MATBOCK and Wankel SuperTec Announce Partnership

Friday, September 8th, 2023

Virginia Beach, Va (05 September 2023) MATBOCK, LLC of Virginia Beach, VA and Wankel SuperTec of Germany are excited to announce a partnership in developing a new state of the art genset through one of MATBOCK’s subsidiaries Kratos Power Systems, LLC. Kratos was formed in 2023 to address the technological gap in commercially available power systems. The Kratos T-REX™ Tactical Range Extender™ can produce over 40kWs of energy.

Over the past year, MATBOCK has been fully engaged in expanding their organic engineering and research and development teams, located in Virginia Beach, VA. This comes as their Joint Light Tactical Vehicle Hybrid Electric Vehicle (JLTV HEV) contract is set to deliver in late 2023. Kratos’ generators will be tested and deployed in austere locations where power demands are high.

“The Wankel engines are proven to minimize weight, fuel consumption, noise, and exhaust emissions while producing a tremendous amount of power,” stated Zach Steinbock, MATBOCK’s President.

The T-REX™ line will be available in both on board range extender and stand-alone power generation configurations. Kratos will begin accepting pre-orders later this year and start small scale production by the end of Q1 2024. Kratos is also developing other novel power management systems to support the needs of the modern warfighter.

This video demonstrates the T-REX™ on a test bench in May 2023.

No RCCTO objection to release. This determination does not imply Army endorsement nor constitute assumption of liability for the contents of the release.

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See Black Triangle at DSEI

Friday, September 8th, 2023

Come visit Black Triangle in booth H8-466 (USA Pavillion) at DSEI in London. Our team will be showcasing our line of non-metallic knives as well as a suite of low-signature urban survival tools to address the unique capability gaps of special operations in theater. If you would like to schedule a meeting with us, please email sales@blktriangle.com

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Blue Force Gear Exhibiting with Edgar Brothers at DSEI

Friday, September 8th, 2023

London, England – Blue Force Gear will exhibit in partnership with Edgar Brothers at DSEI on September 12–15 at the ExCel London Convention Center. Reps will be on hand to talk about Blue Force Gear products, including the Trauma Kit NOW! family of med kits and the latest in our line of duty belts: the GRID Belt and the updated CHLK Belt.

The Trauma Kit NOW! line of med kits is designed for ambidextrous, one-hand deployment, making them a favorite of military, first responder, and civilian users. Available in belt-mount and MOLLE attachment configurations, the proprietary miniaturized trauma components provide the capabilities of a full-sized IFAK in the size and weight of lesser-equipped kits.

The Blue Force Gear GRID and CHLK Belts are each suited to different duty applications. Both models are based on the two-belt inner/outer belt system and feature laser-cut MOLLEminus slots for attaching holsters and other gear.

The GRID Belt is an excellent duty belt for most military, police, and law enforcement personnel. It is also an ideal choice for sports shooters or anyone looking for a duty belt but doesn’t need one with load-rated capabilities.

The CHLK Belt builds on the features of the GRID Belt, adding highly specific capabilities, including a load-rated buckle, proprietary Dyneema®-nylon hybrid webbing, and two external tether attachment points. The CHLK Belt is purpose-built to allow commandos to snap securely into helicopters while performing INFIL/EXFIL and during time of flight.

Stop by The Edgar Brothers Booth at DSEI to meet the team and check out the GRID and CHLK belts, Vickers Combat Application Slings, BFG trauma kits, and other innovative products from Blue Force Gear.

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Unity Tactical Brings USB-C Capability to Weapon-Mounted Lights and Switches

Friday, September 8th, 2023

New LINK™ USB-C System and GASCAP™ USB-C Tailcap provide near-zero-loss outputBROUSSARD, LA. (Sept. 8, 2023) – UNITY™ Tactical, a designer of components that integrate tactical systems and optimize the human factor, announced the launch of its LINK™ USB-C System today. This system includes GASCAP™ – a LINK USB-C Tailcap for SureFire® Scout®-style weapon lights – and the addition of LINK USB-C capability to three of its existing lines of modular electronic switches. This system marks a paradigm shift for switching technology, bringing USB-C capabilities to weapon mounted lights and switches that will expand future capabilities.

The robust performance of the LINK System interface provides near-zero-loss output and dependable, repeatable activation. The lateral and reversible interface on the GASCAP provides a variety of mounting and cable management options, while its cage protects the cable and ensures a solid lockup. GASCAP features an onboard full-size latching button for momentary or constant activation of your device.

“USB-C technology offers a wealth of benefits to support UNITY’s next generation of switching and integration,” said Mike Roth, VP of business development for UNITY Tactical. “It’s compact, lightweight, highly durable and its reversible connector yields added convenience. This technology increases the capability and versatility of all our lines of AXON™, AXON SL and ModButton™ Lite switches.”

Made of high-impact polymer, GASCAP™ weighs nearly one ounce less than other available tailcaps. Its superior strength-to-weight ratio means it’s durable in even the most severe environments. It is waterproof up to one meter for 30 minutes with or without a cable installed.

The LINK™ System will initially be offered with GASCAP™ and within UNITY’s AXON, AXON SL and the Modlite ModButton Lite switch portfolios, with future switching innovations and product expansions to come.

“The LINK System challenges the conventions of how switching has been done for the last several decades,” said Trent Zimmer, founder and president of UNITY Tactical. “USB-C technology not only advances performance in the near-term, but also standardizes integration points, opening the door for future connectivity and developments.”

GASCAP is initially available for SureFire Scout-style weapon lights in black or FDE. It retails for $109 and will be available for purchase in Oct., along with LINK USB-C variants of AXON, AXON SL and ModButton Lite switches, through authorized UNITY dealers and on UNITYtactical.com.

The LINK System, including GASCAP and associated switches, will be on display for the first time at the UNITY Tactical booth #H8-226 at DSEI at the ExCeL London from Sept. 12-15.

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Reptilia Awarded Prestigious Contract to Supply Weapon Accessories for the Alternative Individual Weapon System for the UK MOD

Friday, September 8th, 2023

Reptilia is proud to announce that we have been awarded a prestigious contract, in partnership with our UK distributor Edgar Brothers, to supply the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) with a range of specially designed, battle-proven weapon accessories for the new L403A1 Alternative Individual Weapon System.

Project Hunter demanded weapon accessories that not only met high standards of durability and functionality, but also pushed the boundaries of innovation, ergonomics, and weight savings. We are proud to have exceeded these requirements.

Steve Allen, CEO of Reptilia, spoke about the commitment to providing the absolute best products to our customers. “At Reptilia, we constantly strive to deliver excellence and enhance the capabilities of those who defend our freedom. Working closely with our UK Distributor, Edgar Brothers, our mission was to design and deliver innovative weapon accessory solutions that would further enhance the end user’s capabilities.”

Project Hunter involved extensive, rigorous, and competitive testing, driving innovation within our industry. We are honored that Reptilia weapon accessories are now part of the finest personal weapon system in the world today. Congratulations go out to our industry counterparts and Edgar Brothers who have also played a crucial role in securing this contract win.

This contract not only reinforces Reptilia’s position in the industry but also enables us to invest further in new employees and future innovation. We are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead.

Reptilia will be at London DSEI, booth H2-588, showcasing our battle-proven weapon accessories.

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FirstSpear Friday Focus: 9/11

Friday, September 8th, 2023

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Safety Bulletin: Light Bearing Holsters for Pistols

Thursday, September 7th, 2023

NEWINGTON, N.H., (September 7, 2023) – SIG SAUER is reminding consumers about the risks associated with the use of light-bearing holsters, which have been involved in a number of alleged unintentional discharge incidents. Due to the large openings in these holster designs around the trigger (necessary for accommodating the bezels of attached weapon lights), fingers or foreign objects may be able to enter these holsters and contact the trigger. This vulnerability may be exacerbated by the use of a light-bearing holster without a compatible weapon light attached.

Placement of a firearm in a holster does not relieve the user from the requirements of proper trigger discipline, and safe firearms handling practices.

Selection of a proper holster is the responsibility of the user and special care must be taken to ensure a chosen holster complements safe handling practices (including adequate trigger protection) and other philosophy of use considerations. Holster manufacturers routinely publish warnings about the vulnerabilities of light-bearing holsters, including warnings printed directly in the manuals for these products, and stand-alone bulletins. Examples are reproduced below. If you choose to use a light-bearing holster with your firearm, you should review these warnings closely and ensure the additional risks are acceptable given your intended use.

Blackhawk! T Series Holster Manual Warnings

SAFARILAND 7TS Series Holster Manual Warning

Safariland Service Bulletin | Advisory for Handguns with Lights and/or Lasers Attached (published October 21, 2005)

Certain specific models of light-bearing holsters have also recently been subject to Safety Bulletins issued by the manufacturer relating to firearm retention issues. These retention issues have been observed to contribute to a risk of unintentional discharge of holstered firearms under certain conditions. Any concerns regarding such holster issues should be directed towards the holster manufacturer directly.

Safariland Safety Bulletin | Safariland® 7TS™ GEN 2 ALS Light Bearing Holsters for Sig P320 / P320C and Surefire X300U (published August 15, 2021)

Safariland Safety Bulletin | Safariland Duty Holsters 7000 Series for Streamlight TLR 7 and similar-sized light attachments (published November 8, 2021)

Safariland Safety Bulletin | UPDATE: Safariland Duty Holsters 7000 Series for Streamlight TLR 7 and similar-sized light attachments (published March, 18, 2022)

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