PENNSAUKEN, N.J. – January 16, 2025 – Princeton Tec, a renowned provider of American-made quality outdoor and tactical lighting options, is excited to announce its attendance at the upcoming 2025 Industry Day at the Range in Boulder City, Nev. on January 20.
“We are thrilled to be a part of Industry Day at the Range this year,” said Princeton Tec Director of Marketing Kady Kolb. “This is a great opportunity for us to connect with industry professionals and showcase what is new and popular at Princeton Tec.”
Princeton Tec will be located at NS-21, in the non-shooting Pavillion area where attendees will find its most popular and newest, hunting and tactical technologies on display. Princeton Tec is proud to offer a variety of lighting products for outdoor, tactical, and military personnel across its product lineup, including its headlamps, helmet lights and more.
Industry Day at the Range takes place the day before SHOT Show and is the only range event officially associated with SHOT Show. This event is a great opportunity for registered media and buyers to get the first hands-on look at exclusive products before they hit the SHOT Show floor.
For more information on Princeton Tec, please visit www.princetontec.com or find Princeton Tec on Instagram and Facebook.
For more information about SHOT Show 2025, including exhibitors, schedules, events and partners please visit shotshow.org.
For more information about the 2025 SHOT Show Industry Day at the Range visit ShotShowRangeDay.com.
Qore Performance releases ICEBLOQ Water Tamped Breaching Device Knoxville, TN – Qore Performance, in partnership with K-Factor Breaching, introduces an innovative tool for military and SWAT breachers: ICEBLOQ Water Tamped Breaching Device. Designed to improve energetic efficiency, ICEBLOQ delivers reliable performance, and safety, offering a new approach to precision in breaching operations.
In high-stakes environments where every decision matters, ICEBLOQ equips breaching professionals with the tools to execute their missions with predictability and consistency. Its thoughtful design promotes consistent, repeatable results while reducing potential risks.
How ICEBLOQ Works ICEBLOQ utilizes water as a tamping medium to channel explosive energy more effectively into the target. ICEBLOQ enhances breaching operations with increased efficiency and safety by reducing explosive requirements and lowering environmental impact.
Key Features and Benefits of ICEBLOQ:
• Reduction in Explosive Requirements: Lowers Net Explosive Weight (N.E.W.) by an average of 60%, helping to reduce operational costs and risks.
• Improved Breaching Effectiveness: Water’s incompressibility channels explosive energy into the breach point for better results.
• Enhanced Operator Safety: Reduces overpressure, backblast, and fragmentation risks, offering greater protection in live scenarios.
• Durability and Portability: Built to exceed the performance of improvised alternatives, ICEBLOQ is highly portable and dependable.
• Consistent Performance: Thoroughly tested for predictable and repeatable results, suitable for training and operational use.
“Breaching is about creativity, physics, and the materials at hand-but every choice adds a layer of risk, ” said Will Amey, Retired Marine Gunner and Infantry SME at Qore Performance, Inc. “ICEBLOQ’s consistent performance significantly reduces that risk. Once you test it on the range, you’ll see its value.”
Whether honing skills in training or deploying in the field, the ICEBLOQ Water Tamped Breaching Device offers reliable, repeatable performance. It is a significant advancement in breaching technology, combining safety, efficiency, and precision to meet the needs of modern operators.
ICEBLOQ is proudly 100% Made in the USA, distributed from Qore Performance HQ2 inKnoxville, TN, and available now exclusively at QorePerformance.com.
Horsham, PA – Mission First Tactical (MFT), manufacturers of state-of-the-art, USA made rifle/carbine accessories and holsters, is pleased to introduce the MFT ACHRO™ Storage Case: your discreet, durable ammo case, dopp kit and more.
“We wanted to incorporate our undeniably successful ACHRO line materials and technology into a versatile storage case that’s a perfect everyday companion,” said David Edelman,
“This new case is a great compact storage solution for daily essentials while on-the-go.”
Designed with both function and aesthetics in mind, the ACHROStorage Case is the perfect solution for storing and transporting your essentials. Whether you’re heading to the range, going on a camping trip, or simply need a reliable storage solution, this case has you covered.
Key Features:
• Versatile Dopp Kit: Keep your grooming essentials organized and easily accessible in this spacious and durable case.
• Rugged Durability: Constructed from weather and abrasion-resistant 1000D Nylon Kodra Carbonate materials, the ACHRO Storage Case can withstand the toughest conditions.
• Water-Resistant Construction: The YKK AquaGuard® zipper and contrast-colored ripstop liner keep your belongings dry and visible in any weather.
• Discreet Design: The sleek and understated design allows you to carry your belongings without drawing unnecessary attention.
• Additional Storage: Beyond its Dopp Kit capabilities, the ACHRO Storage Case offers ample space for ammunition, cables, and more. Easily holds: 500 rounds of 9mm, or 350 rounds of 5.56, or 1,500 rounds of 22LR,or all your toiletries, or all your cables and chargers.
• Lightweight and Portable: Measures 9.5″ x 4.5″ x 4″ and easily fits in a backpack or duffel bag, making it ideal for travel or everyday use.
Don’t settle for ordinary storage solutions. Experience the difference with the Mission First Tactical ACHRO™ Storage Case. MSRP: $29.99
To learn more about the MFT ACHRO Storage Case and the complete product offerings from Mission First Tactical, please visit www.missionfirsttactical.com and follow them socially on Facebook and Instagram.
Come see us at SHOT Show next week over at booth #32111 (look for the giant FirstSpear tube) Tuesday, January 21st through Friday, January 24th. Check out our product line-up and catch up with our team to learn more about what’s coming in 2025!
FirstSpear is the premier source for cutting edge-tactical gear for military, law enforcement and those who train.
I’ve been sitting in this for a long time. Magpul is poised to begin selling a new 25 round version of the PMAG. Designed in conjunction with SureFire specifically for the 6 ARC cartridge, it is used in the new Intermediate Combat Assault Rifle or ICAR as well as other upcoming intermediate cartridge rifles from other manufacturers.
6mm ARC (6x38mm) provides shooters with a light recoiling, accurate, and ballistically excellent cartridge option. The PMAG 25 ICAR GEN M3 Window magazine was designed specifically for the cartridge, offering a durable, reliable, lightweight, 25-round 6mm ARC polymer magazine for the Surefire ICAR carbine and other firearms with magazine wells based off the LWRCI Six8 mag well.
This magazine release is going to reinvigorate the AR market as we will begin to see new rifles and a magazine which can adequately handle the unique case design of 6 ARC. Turns out, although intended for 6 ARC, it also accommodates 338 ARC.
PMAG 25 for 6mm ARC for Surefire ICAR Features:
– 25-rounds of 6mm ARC
– Rounds-remaining capability via high-visibility coil and dual-side windows
– Paint pen dot matrix for magazine identification
– Redesigned bolt-catch notch for added clearance
– Over-travel stop prevent over insertion
– Slim, flared floorplate promotes extraction and handling while enabling use in mag pouches
– MagLevel system
– GEN M3 standard features such as constant curve internal geometry, a long-life stainless-steel spring, a four-way anti-tilt follower
– Low-profile ribs and aggressive texture on front and rear gives additional grip in all conditions
The magazine itself is a progression of the 28 round Six8 mag developed for an LWRC project in 2012. They took that as a starting block and SureFire developed a larger magwell to accommodate that magazine. Additionally, they used a custom broach to modify the test mags for 6 ARC. Testing feedback was integrated into the production magazine. The end-user asked for a slightly shorter mag so they ultimately gave it a 25 round capacity. It fits in standard 30’round AR mag pouches.
As many of you know, SureFire has been working on small arms technologies for years such as the AROC operating system. Now, they’ve created an entire rifle. I reached out to SureFire to find what I’m allowed to say about ICAR. This is the statement they gave me:
SureFire has always been committed to leading from the front as we continue our relentless pursuit of the newest technology. The ICAR 6 ARC rifle is a glimpse behind the scenes of future SureFire technologies in development. This project is a result of decades of R&D and is a solution for a specific customer. Currently the project is in pre-production status and the product launch date is TBD at this time.
I have fired the ICAR and it answers my complaints regarding previous versions of carbines chambered in 6 ARC. Mainly, magazine issues and bolt issues. It’s fully ambi and even integrates an RRS section on the handguard. The ICAR is a laser and I’m hoping it is available soon. I want one.
This is a SureFire video on the magazine.
Be sure to check the ICAR and magazine out in the Magpul booth at SHOT Show. I believe it will be one of, if not the biggest draw at the show.
During next week’s SHOT Show in Las Vegas Safran Defense & Space Inc is going to officially unveil their new thermal Fused red dot sight, dubbed IronSnake.
Designed for assault rifles and light machine guns, the IronSnake reflex sight offers a clear direct view channel enhanced by high contrast thermal imagery and a configurable digital reticle.
Day or night, IronSnake can be used to identify and engage targets.
Developed in France in collaboration with BERTIN Technologies, IronSnake offers optimized ergonomics and compactness thanks to a combination of the latest technologies from France’s leading players in their field.
A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established firearm accessories retail brand with a loyal customer base and years of industry credibility.
This turnkey business includes:
A professionally designed e-commerce website with thousands of optimized product listings.
Proprietary pricing and inventory management software directly integrated with major wholesalers.
Highly automated systems, enabling streamlined operations with minimal overhead.
Relationships and established supply chain with industry leading suppliers.
Priced competitively to enable a smooth transition as the owners pursue new initiatives. Serious inquiries only—ideal for industry insiders looking for a quick, easy transaction.
Magpul’s DAKA grid organizers and cases have revolutionized how we carry our firearms and accessories. While they’ve developed 11 DAKA GRID Organizer variants over the last two years which fit 19 different cases on the market, there remain millions of cases that haven’t benefited from the many features of the GRID.
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That’s why Magpul created the new DAKA Universal GRID Organizer. A true cut-to-fit GRID, the new Universal GRID fits just about every case out there. They’ve also included DAKA Gear Straps to make sure everything stays in place, and DAKA Blocks can be stacked if necessary for deeper cases.
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Available at Magpul.com or a local retailer near you soon.
