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Axelson Tactical – “AXE” Special Purpose Rifle

Monday, August 4th, 2014

Semper Paratus Arms in association with SIONICS Weapon Systems is currently building 100 limited edition “AXE” Special Purpose Rifles. The rifles are being built in honor of Petty Officer 2nd Class Matthew Axelson, members of SEAL Team 10, and members of the 160th SOAR who lost their lives during Operation Red Wings. The rifles are being built at the request of Axelson’s family.

The “AXE” Special Purpose Rifle features special engraving that memorializes Matt Axelson and his fellow Servicemembers. Each rifle is built using the following parts:

1. SIONICS 18″ SPR 416 stainless barrel
2. Geissele 15″ MKII Super Modular Rail, SSA-E trigger and gas block
3. SIONICS Upper and Lower Receiver with special engraving
4. Battle Arms Development Enhanced Pin Set and Ambi Selector Lever
5. B5 Systems SOPMOD Stock and trigger guard
6. Bravo Company MOD 0 Gunfighter pistol grip and charging handle
7. Vltor A5 buffer system
8. Magpul Industries MBUS PRO Sights
9. Pelican Products Rifle Case
10. Cerakote provided by PDWarehouse in Chandler, AZ

Additionally, every rifle comes with specially produced memorial coins.

A portion of the profits from every rifle will be donated to The Lone Survivor Foundation, Navy SEAL Foundation, and the Matthew Axelson Foundation.

armory.axelsontactical.com/product.axelson-tactical-axe-special-purpose-rifle-1209

Tags: Axelson Tactical, Semper Paratus Arms, SIONICS Weapon Systems
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Special Operations Wounded Warriors – Battle Rattle

Wednesday, July 30th, 2014

Battle Rattle is an upcoming event open to members of all US Military branches, State and Federal Law Enforcement units, and team members from municipal police departments. In this event, 2-man teams will compete in a combination of multi-stage shooting scenarios and physical challenges. The event will be open to the public to view the event and see the multiple industry vendors and weapons on display.

Battle Rattle is taking place September 20th and 21st at the Low Country Preserve in East Tabor City, North Carolina. All proceeds from the event will go to support Special Operations Wounded Warriors.

For more information, and to sign up, visit www.sowwcharity.com/battle-rattle

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Joggin’ For Frogmen

Sunday, July 27th, 2014

Joggin’ for Frogmen is an upcoming 5k chip timed run/walk in honor of the US Navy SEALs and all Military servicemebers who have sacrificed their lives while protecting the USA. The event is taking place on Saturday, August 2nd at Town Point Park in Norfolk, VA. Participants can either register for the run at the Norfolk location, or if out of the area, as a virtual runner.

All proceeds of the event will go to benefit the Navy SEAL Foundation, 31Heroes Project, and Travis Manion Foundation.

For more information, and to register, visit jogginforfrogmen.com/norfolkva

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Reaper 01 Is Giving Up His Beard For Special Operations Wounded Warrior

Friday, July 25th, 2014

Tomorrow, July 26th, at the Bear Track Tavern in Westfield, PA, Ron Bellan AKA Reaper 01 is giving up his beard for charity, specifically Special Operations Wounded Warrior. They are hoping to raise at least $10,000 dollars at the all-day event, which will also host a Reaper Outdoors vendor table. If you’re in the area, give ’em a visit to support a great cause, and to see Reaper 01 shaved clean.

www.reaperoutdoors.com

Tags: Ron Bellan, Special Operations Wounded Warrior
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Combat Flip Flops Over Halfway To Its Goal Of $15,000 For Afghan Cashmere

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2014

Combat Flip Flops is over halfway to its goal of sourcing Afghan cashmere from local producers to create scarves for first world markets. The donations made so far have:

helped fund over 90 days of school for Afghan women.

logged hours in Afghan factories supporting small businesses and driving economic stability.

supported a Veteran owned business that gives back to the Veteran community.

To add incentive, CFF has added a new donation reward to the list: The Gunner, an Afghan shemagh embroidered with a belt of ammo. The Gunner requires 6 hours of manual production in a woman owned factory, funds a week of school for an Afghan girl, and supports a veteran-owned business. For a $70 donation, you get a first run Gunner.

The campaign ends August 18th, 2014.

campaigns.vetlaunchusa.com/campaigns/combat-flip-flops-rock-the-cashmagh

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1st Annual Green Beret Challenge Run

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2014

The 1st Annual Green Beret Challenge Run is an upcoming event taking place August 23rd, 2014 at the 10th Special Forces Group compound on Ft. Carson, Colorado. It consists of a 5K run using the THOR 3 obstacle course along with other ‘special events’. Many of the events at the run are likened to those used during the Special Forces Assessment and Selection program. Proceeds from the event are going to benefit the Special Forces Scholarship Fund. The event is limited to 500 entrants, so sign up soon if you’re interested.

www.facebook.com/pages/Green-Beret-Challenge

www.runningguru.com/EventInformation.asp?eID=11560

Tags: Special Forces Scholarship Fund
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Warrior Culture Gear – Limited Run Extortion 17 Memorial Shirt

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2014

Warrior Culture Gear is re-releasing last year’s Extortion 17 memorial shirt in a limited run of 500, with all proceeds after production costs going to Warfighter Foundation to benefit their efforts. The shirts come in Black with the Extortion 17 Memorial design on the front and the Warfighter Foundation logo on the left sleeve. The back displays the names of the servicemembers who lost their lives on August 6, 2011.

www.warriorculturegear.com/products/limited-run-extortion-17-memorial-shirt

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2014 Spirit Of Blue Sweepstakes

Wednesday, July 16th, 2014

The Spirit of Blue has partnered up with Craig Morgan and the Grand Ole Opry for a special Law Enforcement tribute to be played during the Opry Show on August 19th, during which safety equipment grants will be presented. They’ve launched a national sweepstakes with a range of prizes, the grand prize being two tickets to the Opry Show, including:

– Round-trip airfare
– 2-night hotel accommodations
– A personal tour of the Opry by Craig Morgan
– Admission to a VIP reception prior to the show

To enter, click the link below and fill out the entry form. The contest runs from now until August 5th, so get your entry in while you can.

Additionally, the Spirit of Blue Foundation has set up a pilot fundraising program in the Nashville-area with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. For every second dozen doughnuts sold in the 5 Nashville-area stores through July 31st, $1 will be donated to the Spirit of Blue Foundation.

spiritofbluesweeps.com

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