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Zel Custom Adds .338 Lapua to Upper Lineup

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Zel Custom Manufacturing just released their third-generation Tactilite big-bore, bolt-action uppers for AR-style rifles. The new Tactilite “Gen-3” features an upper receiver machined from a solid billet of steel. Zel Custom Manufacturing also announced that the Tactilite is now available for the popular .338 Lapua cartridge, in addition its the existing lines of .50 BMG and .416 Barrett conversion kits.

Zel Custom Tactilite Upper

“Machining the upper receiver from a solid piece of steel offers several important advantages,” said Michael Brendzel, president of Zel Custom Manufacturing. “First, it allows us to create an integrated scope rail that will not lose zero. Second, we are able to precisely align the integrated scope rail with an integrated barrel extension to assure the greatest accuracy. Third, the solid receiver is stronger and more durable than the cast and/or welded uppers offered by competitors. While our approach is more costly in time and materials, we have taken the opportunity to reengineer our processes and have been able to maintain our well-known value pricing.”

Additionally, Brendzel had this to say about the introduction of a new caliber, “The .338 Lapua fills a critical void and we believe that Zel Custom provides an excellent value option in this space.”

For more information visit www.tactilite.com or www.zelcustom.com.

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Rumor Has It – MR223

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

Rumor has it that the HK MR223 introduced last year in Germany last year will finally be released here in the US after SHOT show. Apparently, there have been some ATF issues that have delayed importation of what many feel is the holy grail of HKdom.

The MR223 from H&K

However, the biggest news is that the US version will not feature the offset rear take down found on the European rifles. This means that American enthusiasts will be able to use HK416-style uppers with any Mil Spec lower receiver.

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Extreme Outfitters Open House

Thursday, November 12th, 2009

Extreme Outfitters is holding an Open house at their new store in Jacksonville, North Carolina on Saturday 14 November, 2009. Also, in conjunction with EOTAC they are giving away a Bushmaster Patrolman Carbine to celebrate Veteran’s Day. So, if you are in the area, stop in and try on some EOTAC clothing and enter for your chance to win.

Extreme - EOTAC Giveaway

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Magpul B.A.D. Lever

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009

You’ve seen the Magpul Dynamics crew rocking the Battery Assist Device (B.A.D.) in training classes and on their training videos and it’s finally up on the Magpul website. The BAD has been greatly anticipated and has spawned several similar products from small shops and enthusiasts who couldn’t wait for the Magpul product to be released. Well, it’s here now, so you can get the original.

Magpul BAD

In a nutshell, the BAD allows you to manipulate the bolt catch by extending a paddle to the right side of the weapon into the trigger guard area. The simple design features a thin, anti-snag profile and textured surface that also allows for traditional manipulation of the bolt catch. The BAD is optimized for use with milspec forged upper and lower receivers, but is also compatible with the HK 416, VLTOR VIS/MUR, LaRue Stealth, and many other billet upper and lower receivers.

As with all Magpul products it is manufactured from high quality materials; in this case 6061-T6 aluminum with mil-spec finishing.

Check it out at www.magpul.com

NOTE: The BAD is not compatible with the SR-25, AR-10, or other 7.62 caliber AR platforms.

Photo by Stickman, provided by Magpul.

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New from Daniel Defense, the DDM4v2

Tuesday, August 18th, 2009

Daniel Defense had been receiving requests for a version of their new DDM4 with a more traditional 7.0 Omega X Rail System and they have answered with the new DDM4v2. The Omega rail is a free float system and features an integral QD Sling Swivel Mount with limited rotation. Additionally, it has the oval feel of the issue carbine handguard.

DDM4v2

Look for the new DDM4v2 wherever fine Daniel Defense firearms are sold.

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Stark Equipment Sling Grip

Sunday, August 16th, 2009

Stark Equipment has begun shipping their latest product, the SE-2 Sling Grip for AR-15 style rifles. The SE-2 is the first AR-15 pistol grip to be integrated with an ambidextrous sling mount and is available in two versions. The Hook Mount provides a loop compatible with most common sling hooks and the Swivel Mount allows the attachment of push-button sling swivels.

The SE-2’s sling mount is located above the hand and below the buffer tube, with a low profile design that stays out of the way of even fully collapsed M4-style stocks. When added to AR pistols, the SE-2 provides excellent one-handed control while providing sling attachment that doesn’t clutter up the receiver extension.

Stark SE2 Sling Grip

Like the original SE-1 Pistol Grip, the ergonomic design of the SE-2 fits a wide range of hand sizes and shooting demands. Features include a smooth integral trigger guard to increase comfort, textured surface along the grip, and internal storage for batteries or other equipment.

The SE-2 Sling Grip is available in Black, Dark Earth and OD Green. For more information visit www.starkequipment.com.

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Enhanced Butt-Pad from Magpul

Monday, August 10th, 2009

Magpul has just released the Enhanced Rubber Butt-Pad, as an optional replacement butt pad for the CTR and MOE Mil-spec stocks as well as the UBR stock. At .70″ thick it is designed for enhanced shoulder purchase as well as offering improved recoil reduction.

Magpul Enhanced Butt-Pad

To purchase visit www.magpul.com.

Note: May not be compatible with CTR or MOE Commercial stocks due to Receiver Extension clearance issues.

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Daniel Defense Resumes Operations

Thursday, August 6th, 2009

Following a difficult period of downsizing and furloughs, Daniel Defense, Inc. resumed normal operations at their new manufacturing facility on 5 August. Recent drops in small arms sales had forced the Savannah area small arms manufacturer to balance out production and sales levels, resulting in nominal layoffs, and a week-long furlough for the majority of both manufacturing and administrative personnel.

The week-long furlough sparked a torrent of online discussions within the firearms community as many AR enthusiasts contemplated the ominous impact of a firearms manufacturer expressing difficulty in this economy. Everyone at Daniel Defense was elated by the amount of supportive, encouraging, and optimistic comments made by everyday shooters and enthusiasts. Jay Duncan, Vice President of Sales & Marketing spoke on this subject by saying, “We are very confident about our position in the market place, and feel our strong relationships with our dealers, distributors and most importantly our customers, will pull us through the other side of this difficult market shift. We are encouraged by the support of our customers and the firearms community, and will work diligently to continue providing the products and service that have earned their trust.”

Optimistic about Daniel Defense’s recovery from this unfortunate series of events, Marty Daniel, CEO and Founder of Daniel Defense clearly expressed his combined empathy for those who lost their jobs, and confidence in the professional skills of the fine personnel that fill Daniel Defense’s payroll. “Layoffs are very personal, so we did our best to avoid layoffs as long as we could. Unlike simply turning off a machine, our employees’ families, income and way of life were dramatically complicated. Our employees are our most important asset, and there isn’t a single employee laid off that we aren’t working to get back. We hired the most hard working, and skilled designers, programmers, operators and assemblers in the industry. As we restructure ourselves to address demand and market status in the most fiscally responsible manner possible, our primary goal is to bring as many of these fine people back to work.”

Daniel Defense is poised for continued successful operations as they continue steady production of the Daniel Defense DDXV Carbine, a lightly accessorized version of the acclaimed DDM4 Carbine. They have also debuted a new variant of the popular DDM4 which features a shorter rail dubbed the DDM4v2.

Visit Daniel Defense online.

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