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Acquisition of Team Wendy by Avon Rubber PLC Now Closed

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020

$130 million transaction creates global leader in head protection systems for the military and first responder markets

CLEVELAND, OH (Nov. 3, 2020) – Further to the announcement made on Sept. 9, 2020, the acquisition of Team Wendy, LLC (“Team Wendy”) by Avon Rubber p.l.c. (“Avon”) (LON: AVON) is now closed.

Team Wendy, a leading U.S. supplier of exceptional head protection systems for military, law enforcement, search and rescue, and adventure markets, now operates as a subsidiary of Avon Protection from the Company’s current headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. Team Wendy continues to be led by its President Jose Rizo-Patron and its six department directors, who all remain in their positions.

Together, Avon Protection and Team Wendy are a global leader in head protection systems for the military and first responder markets, following Avon Protection’s acquisition of 3M’s ballistic protection business and the Ceradyne brand earlier this year.

“Today we start an exciting new chapter for Team Wendy that will usher in new opportunities for our employees, our customers and our business partners,” said Jose Rizo-Patron, president of Team Wendy. “We remain focused on our vision to save lives by providing the best for anyone wearing a helmet.”

“The acquisition of Team Wendy is another important strategic step in the transformation of Avon Rubber into a leading provider of life critical personal protection systems,” said Paul McDonald, chief executive officer of Avon. “Bringing Team Wendy into the same family with our existing Helmets & Armor business establishes Avon Protection as a global leader in military and first responder helmets, with an enhanced and broader product portfolio with stronger capabilities and routes to market.”

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Power Bank from Exocharge

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020

Exocharge sent me one of their power banks to check out.

You can charge multiple devices at once with integrated USB-A and USB-C ports (newer models that he one I use). It incorporates a 10,000 mAh battery that delivers up to 18W Power Delivery (PD) from the USB-C port. The USB-A port delivers up to 12W of power.

Exocharge boasts that you can get up to three charges for iPhone (iPhone 11 Pro) before you have to recharge the Exilage power bank. They didn’t lie. I used it quite a bit over several months and got consistent charging performance.

One of the features I really like is the LED read out which shows you the power level left in the device, from 0-100.

I use the Elixage USB to USB-C cable along with a USB-C to Lightning cable from my iPhone, depending on what I am doing.

It measures 6.25″ x 3″ x .5″ so for storage, I am using a Lochby Quattro pouch which fits everything like it was made for it. Made from waxed cotton, it is a zippered pouch normally used to corral your pocket notebook and pens. It’s available in Brown and Black.

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TYR Tactical Tuesday: Armor Manufacturing Facility | Phase One |

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020

Construction is well on its way at TYR Tactical® HQ in Peoria, AZ. Their $14M New Armor Manufacturing Facility will house state-of-the-art presses and autoclaves to support hard armor production. This much needed expansion, along with their current in-house Ballistic Test Range, will give them unmatched armor development capability.

Watch Phase One Now:

So why now?

Owner & CEO Jason Beck had this to say about the driving force behind the Armor Facility Expansion: “As one of the few remaining family owned businesses in our industry I feel a responsibility to always be the guy making everyone else strive to get better. I felt the armor industry had grown stagnate, become too reactionary, and too contract focused. The industry stopped innovating and the end user community simply deserved better. We have had a very productive year in spite of the ongoing pandemic. Investing back into the company and our people seemed like the right thing to do. We are building a world class armor production facility and adding next generation equipment, to continue to push our industry and build kit for the Next Generation Warrior®. Innovate or Die®!”

www.tyrtactical.com

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Kitanica Fire Retardant Apron

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

The Kitanica Fire Retardant Apron is 100% U.S. MADE and constructed of a 6.5 oz. 60/40 Kevlar/Nomex ripstop fabric, sewn with Nomex thread and has features that include: chest pocket with thermometer/pen tube, Velcro loop patch on the bib, left and right hanging utensil/tool loops (dual) and 2 large front pockets. It is designed for the shop, the kitchen, and the grill. It has an adjustable neck strap with a pass through for the loose end and extra long waist ties that can be cut to length, but are also designed with the ability to tie off in the front. The Apron is also specifically designed to be worn folded over without the top half of the bib showing below the hem.

Offered in Black.

www.kitanica.net/FR-APRON-p

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SIG SAUER Academy to Offer Classes in Florida at Volusia County Gun & Hunt Club

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

NEWINGTON, N.H., (November 2, 2020) – SIG SAUER Academy, the leading provider of the highest quality firearms instruction and tactical training in the world, is pleased to announce that Volusia County Gun & Hunt Club in New Smyrna Beach, Florida will be hosting on-location SIG SAUER Academy courses.

Beginning in December 2020 through February 2021 exclusive SIG SAUER Academy course offerings will be taught by the world-renowned SIG SAUER Academy instructors onsite at the Volusia County Gun & Hunt Club. The course offerings are as follows:

• Handgun 102: This is step 2 in the SIG SAUER Academy foundational handgun series. Utilizing the principles of training in Handgun 101, this course takes students through the efficient and safe use of a handgun. Working from the holster, performing reloads, clearing stoppages, and correctly manipulating a trigger to maximize accuracy are all thoroughly taught in a relaxed, hands-on environment.

• Handgun 103: This intensive one-day class is designed to take your skills to the next level. Handgun 103 builds upon and refines the skill sets previously established in Handgun 102 while also introducing shooters to new drills, cutting edge concepts, and core shooting principles.

• Mission: Red Dot: Leave the Iron Age behind. Proven on the battlefield and in competition, there is no longer any debate that a red dot makes for faster, more accurate shots over iron sights. Take your shooting to the next level with the course built specifically around this major advancement in firearm technology and learn to shoot and engage targets with a pistol mounted red dot.

• Bullets and Bandages: This course teaches students how to keep themselves and their team members alive and fighting in critical injury situations. Students will master basic lifesaving emergency medical skills using equipment available under field conditions. Training scenarios presented also include basic weapon manipulation and live fire, while simulating high risk situations. Other topics covered include suppressive fire techniques, evasive action, and preparing wounded team members for evacuation and advanced medical care.

• Basic Trauma Management: An 8-hour class designed to provide the end-user with the basic knowledge necessary to “Be the difference” in a life-threatening trauma situation. The student will learn basic human anatomy and physiology, injuries to the various systems of the body and how best to treat them as well as medical kit training, mass casualty principles and 911 communication. The day will end with various hands-on practical applications and rapid patient assessment drills. The time chooses you. Will you be ready?”

To register and review the in-depth course outlines, pre-requisites, and equipment requirements for the SIG SAUER Academy courses at the Volusia County Gun & Hunt Club visit sigsaueracademy.com.

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Varusteleka – Särmä TST LW18 Chest Rig

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

Varusteleka’s Särmä TST LW18 Chest Rig is a skeletonized, PALS compatible platform made from sewn 25mm nylon webbing. The shoulder straps are wider at 50mm.

If you’re wondering why it’s four rows high, that’s because the Finns use longer, AK-style magazines for their RK rifles. They need a little more real estate.

www.varusteleka.com/en/product/sarma-tst-lw18-chestrig/32436

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Vertx Launches New Take On Classic Accessory

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

S.O.C.P® Sling Expands Collaborative Line

Cincinnati, Ohio – Vertx®, a leading manufacturer of low-profile tactical apparel and accessories, is excited to announce the launch of the S.O.C.P® Sling. Preceded by the S.O.C.P® Insert Panel, the sling is the second product to launch in collaboration with Greg Thompson, the founder of the Special Operations Combatives Program (S.O.C.P®). The sling is available in three colorways, It’s Black, Canopy Green/Galaxy Black and Smoke Grey/Galaxy Black, and is now for sale on online at vertx.com and in store. Customers can find a dealer near them using the Vertx® store locator at vertx.com/store-locator.

Founded by Greg Thompson, S.O.C.P® is an ever-evolving, individualized training program built to adapt to the changing requirements operators face when it comes to their environment, mission and gear. Over the last 20 years, Greg has trained specialized units within local law enforcement, the US military and federal government and since 2010 S.O.C.P® has been one of two programs of record for the U.S. Army.

“At Vertx® we’re always listening to our customer’s feedback and adapting our product to fit the industry’s dynamic needs,” said Denny Bogard, GM/VP of Vertx. “Greg does the same with S.O.C.P® and together we’ve built a versatile, low-profile product that can handle the challenges our customers face every day.”

While it may be written-off by the everyday passerby as an ordinary waist pack, the S.O.C.P® sling is full of tactical features that make it the covert operator’s ultimate companion. The adjustable cellphone compartment can be used as a NAV board and its innocuous exterior flaps fold down to reveal your camera for surveillance applications. In more intense scenarios, it’s internal coin pocket can be converted to an SAP and it’s internal pouch expands to store confiscated items. Equipped with dual-purpose metal attachment clips, the sling can quickly transition from waist carry to attachment on a pack strap. The sling’s hidden rapid access pocket provides a discreet place to store defense tools like the S.O.C.P® Dagger when chaos comes calling. Learn more about the S.O.C.P® Sling and the rest of the Vertx® line at vertx.com.

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MATBOCK Monday – Lift Ladder

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

Lift Ladder

Good morning and Happy MATBOCK Monday!

The LIFT Ladder continues the innovation that is the LIFT System. The LIFT Ladder deploys in seconds over the Combat Carbon Poles to create a 7.5 ft fully rigid ladder with a 400 pound carrying capacity for both scaling and bridging operations. Total system weight is 4.975 pounds and the attachment can be removed very easily to use the poles for any other parts of the LIFT System. The ladder attachment folds up compactly and can be stored in its own carrying case when not in use. (Carrying Case Sold Separately)

Don’t forget to tune in on Monday at 1:00 PM EST as we go live to demo the Lift Ladder and answer your questions!

www.matbock.com/collections/medical/products/lift-ladder

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