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Alien Gear Holsters to Launch Four New Products at SHOT Show 2024

Wednesday, January 10th, 2024

Post Falls, Idaho (Jan 2, 2024) – Alien Gear Holsters and Rapid Force will launch four new products at SHOT Show, January 23-26 in Booth #10174 located on the 2nd level of The Venetian Expo Center in Las Vegas, NV.

New products include:

– Rapid Force Level 3 Duty Holster V3: The enhanced professional-grade duty holster retains the speed, security, and durability synonymous with Rapid Force Holsters, incorporating features absent in other duty holster lines.

New features include maximum trigger protection and revolutionary Axon compatibility in an extremely slim, lightweight design, with a light pocket large enough to accommodate most full-size duty lights.

– Rapid Force Level 2 Slim Duty Holster: Introducing Level 2 retention holsters that uphold the strength and durability expected from a duty holster, now with a sleek and minimalist design. Fully compatible with Rapid Force QDS, this holster mirrors the functionality of Level 3 Duty Holsters, seamlessly attaching to a comprehensive lineup of Rapid Force accessories such as the new Dynamic Drop Leg, Molle Mount, Paddle, etc.

Additionally, it accommodates a variety of compact light and optic options.

– TAQ Strap: Stay in the Fight with the first integrated tourniquet gear strap, strategically pre-positioned for comfortable deployment, ensuring 100% blood flow restriction to extremities on duty or the battlefield. The Taq-Strap encompasses a universal fit, ergonomic ratcheting system, flexible ladder and quick-release mechanism. Replaces any 1.5” strap.

– Rapid Force Duty Belt: The new leather Rapid Force Duty Belt is developed for and by law enforcement – solving everyday issues like fluctuating sizing positions, direct buckle mounts and drooping. The exterior belt is accompanied by a robust nylon and elastic inner belt that is strong enough to uphold the load bearing, heavy duty leather belt for all-day wear.

“We are proud to launch these game-changing new product lines for our institutional customers and partners,” said Shawn Hostetter, CEO of Tedder Industries. “It is through the collective hard work and dedication by our team of law enforcement and military partners and staff that we have achieved such incredible progress in launching the most advanced holster line and innovative life-saving products on the market – all 100% made in the USA. SHOT Show will be the first time we will publicly debut some of our most revolutionary new products. What truly sets our company apart is our unwavering commitment to attentively listen to and promptly act upon the requirements and suggestions of our customers, partners and the professional community.”

Founded in 2013, Tedder Industries is a worldwide leader in civilian, law enforcement and military holsters, life-saving tactical gear and accessories. Headquartered in Post Falls, Idaho, Alien Gear Holsters, Rapid Force and Bigfoot Gun Belts are fully operational and manufactured in a 70,000 sq. ft. facility. Their Law Enforcement and Military renowned experts develop, engineer, test and patent professional-grade duty holster innovation that drives advancements in durable consumer holster standards across the nation and around the globe – making every day firearm carry safer, smarter and more comfortable. Tedder Industries has won numerous industry awards and ranks among the world’s most trusted manufacturers of handgun holsters both for consumers and professionals including military, government agencies, law enforcement and private security. For more information about Alien Gear Holsters and Rapid Force, visit www.AlienGearHolsters.com.

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DEVCOM Soldier Center Grants Non-exclusive Commercial Patent License to Down East Innovation for Issue Modular Handgun System Holster

Monday, January 8th, 2024

The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Soldier Center, Natick, Mass., has granted a non-exclusive commercial patent license to Down East Innovation, based in Bridgton, Maine, for the manufacture of ambidextrous holsters that can accommodate the Army’s new M17/M18 modular handgun systems.

The handgun systems, fielded and adopted across the U.S. military in the last five years, require holsters that can do more than carry the firearms. The Holster must accommodate an attached aiming light, and red dot, integrate safety features to prevent unauthorized or accidental removal of the firearm from the holster, permit left or right side placement, enable faster draw capability, and allow for a tight enough fit for stability.

DEVCOM Soldier Center, with its mission of providing the Army with innovative science and technology solutions to optimize the performance of soldiers, was the ideal laboratory to address the warfighters’ requests and develop the design for this small, but crucial, piece of equipment.

John Kirk, the DEVCOM Soldier Center lead engineer for the holster, headed the development team tasked with researching and testing materials and design modifications. The result was an injection molded holster that would not be negatively affected by sand and ice, and attach to a belt or standard MOLLE webbing on either the left or right side of the body. The holster could also be incrementally adjusted for a desired angle by the user.

With several designs in hand, Kirk and team began working with Down East Innovation to manufacture and test holster prototypes. Down East Innovation is a manufacturer of injection molded tactical gear, primarily in the field of load carriage. The company typically manufacturers products of its own design, but has also built tooling, prototypes, and parts to government specifications.

The DEVCOM Soldier Center Technology Transfer Office, led by Technology Transfer Manager Sheri Mennillo, engaged with Kirk early in the research and development process to facilitate the filing of a patent application for the innovative holster design. Down East Innovation expressed interest in a license to the patent application for commercial purposes, so that the dual-use technology could be sold within the commercial marketplace. As the Department of Defense is currently in the process of fielding the M17/M18 modular handgun systems, this may result in commercial interest in a compatible holster from law enforcement organizations and foreign militaries.

“The technology transfer partnership between DEVCOM Soldier Center and Down East Innovation is a great example of how the Army meets warfighter and national security needs, while at the same time contributing to American economic development,” Mennillo said. “When businesses license government technologies, all sectors of the economy benefit, from the military to the industrial base to individual households.”

Justin Kiger, Research and Development Manager at Down East Innovation, added “Down East Innovation has developed and produced packframes, packs and other equipment for the U.S. military for over thirty years. We are looking forward to adding the M17/M18 compatible holster to our product line.”

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Vets Tactical Showcases Groundbreaking CUPOLSTER at SHOT Show

Friday, January 5th, 2024

Transforming Vehicle Holster Solutions

January 4, 2023, Castle Rock, CO – Vets Tactical, a leading innovator in firearm accessories, is excited to introduce its patent-pending Cupolster® vehicle cup holder holster at their inaugural exhibit during the 2024 NSSF® SHOT Show in Las Vegas, NV, from January 21 to 26 in booth #43952. Precisely engineered with an ergonomic cant, the innovative Cupolster BRAVO SERIES by Vets Tactical vehicle holster raises the bar for swift firearm access and user comfort within a vehicle.

Vets Tactical CEO Craig Washburn describes Cupolster’s transformative potential. “Its design, positioning, and angle create a strategic staging area for your handgun, facilitating swift and efficient retrieval from your vehicle’s existing cup holder. When seconds matter most, your sidearm is easily accessible without hindering your field of view. Say goodbye to awkward bending or reaching—your firearm is right at your fingertips, ready to defend you and your loved ones.”

Washburn explained the convenience of customization without the need for adhesives or screws, “Customize your vehicle’s cup holder with our sizing tools. No need to worry about permanent alterations to your car’s interior—pop it in, and it securely stays in place. Plus, it’s easily transferable between vehicles,” he said. To address in-vehicle safety, the ambidextrous Cupolster BRAVO SERIES features a fully covered trigger guard allowing cross-draw positioning adapted to right or left-handed drivers and front-seat passengers.

Acknowledging the discomfort of driving with traditional holsters, Washburn added, “Whether IWB or OWB, driving with a holstered firearm can be uncomfortable. The Cupolster addresses that issue, providing a seamless and efficient solution for firearm carry within vehicles.”

Cupolster BRAVO SERIES Vehicle Holster Features

• Swift and ergonomic access: The 20-degree cant optimizes the holster’s position in vehicle cup holsters, providing unparalleled accessibility and an ergonomic fit for swift handgun access.

• Universal compatibility: The BRAVO SERIES offers versatility for a wide range of firearm sizes.

• Customized fit: Each Cupolster includes a magnet and sizing accessories, allowing users to tailor the fit to their specific cup holder.

• Easy installation: No tools, screws, or glue required.

• Adaptable: Enhance compatibility with smaller vehicle cup holders using the CHARLIE ALPHA Cup Adapter (sold separately), expanding the Cupolster’s adaptability across many vehicles.

• Ambidextrous: Can be configured for cross-draw positioning, catering to right and left-handed users.

• Four options: Different sizes ensure the perfect fit for specific handguns.

• BRAVO ONE: Fits most large to medium-framed semi-auto handguns with slide widths up to 1.05”

• BRAVO ONE LIMA: Designed for handguns with attached Streamlight TLR-1, TLR-7, Surefire 300x, Olight Valkyrie, and similar structured lights with slide widths up to 1.05”

• BRAVO ONE MICRO: For smaller framed semi-auto, micro, compact, and subcompact handguns with slide widths up to .88”

• BRAVO ONE XL: Ideal for extra-large-framed handguns with slide widths from 1.06” to 1.25”

• MSRP: $69.95

Check your local and state laws for vehicle firearms transport regulations.

Click here to make an appointment with Vets Tactical CEO Craig Washburn during the 2024 SHOT Show. To see the entire Cupolster assortment, visit SHOT Show booth #43952 or the New Product Center on Level 1 of the Venetian Expo to see the Cupolster BRAVO SERIES by Vets Tactical.

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Meet the “Jake” Victory First Signature Series | Raven Concealment + Matt Jaques Collaboration

Friday, December 22nd, 2023

North Ridgeville, OH – December 22nd, 2023 | For Immediate Release

Raven Concealment Systems has announced the launch of their new Signature Series holster, the “Jake.” This series is born out of a 12+ year-long advisory relationship with Matt “Jake” Jacques of Victory First.

The “Jake” is the culmination of all the knowledge RCS gained since their first AIWB holster in 2008. RCS took every lesson learned from their preceding holsters in this category (the ACR, VanGuard 2, and Eidolon), and combined that with the expert input of Matt Jaques, one of the firearms industry’s preeminent concealed-carry gurus.

Matt Jaques, the mind behind Victory First, brought an invaluable perspective to this design. A retired law enforcement officer (with a background in both SWAT and undercover work) who later worked for the Diplomatic Security Service Firearms Training Unit, Jacques ensured that this holster’s design answered the real-world needs of individuals concealing firearms in high-risk environments.

The “Jake” incorporates all the innovative designs that Raven Concealment has pioneered over the last 15 years, such as a user-selectable wedge near the muzzle to keep the rear of the slide from tipping away from the beltline, a new, low-profile claw to tuck the butt of the grip of the pistol into the body, and multiple attachment points for belt hardware like overhooks or soft-loops.

The “Jake” also bears a key feature that Matt Jacques feels is absolutely essential to a proper AIWB holster: A dual body shield. This configuration provides an inboard shield to protect the pistol from sweat, and an outboard shield which protects cover garments from excessive wear from rubbing against slide serrations. This outer shield also helps keep foreign objects from entering the mouth of the holster once the pistol is drawn.

The “Jake” is the natural evolution of Raven Concealment’s approach to AIWB carry, merging time-tested and proven design features with forward-thinking innovation. It’s an ideal choice for discerning shooters in their concealed carry choices. If you’re interested in reading more, or getting one yourself, head over to RCSGear.com.

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Blackhawk Awarded T-Series Holster Contract with Belgian Federal Police

Sunday, December 10th, 2023

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – December 7, 2023 – Blackhawk®, a leader in law enforcement and military equipment for over 30 years and a Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE:VSTO) brand, announced today that the United Security Group (USG) has been awarded a four-year contract from the Federal Police in Belgium to deliver new duty holsters from the brand’s T-Series holster line. As part of the contract, law enforcement professionals within the Belgian Federal Police and local police zones in Belgium will begin utilizing T-Series L3D holsters to carry their primary service pistols.

“This contract is a testament to the craftsmanship of Blackhawk products and the brand’s commitment to equipping law enforcement officials around the globe,” said Jeff Sposito, who leads the Blackhawk and Stone Glacier brands of Vista Outdoor. “We take pride in supplying military personnel and law enforcement officers with the gear they need to keep their communities safe, and we know the Belgian Federal Police are now carrying the world’s best holster.”

The Belgian Federal Police selected the Blackhawk holsters to carry their service pistol, the Smith & Wesson M&P9, while the local police zones in Belgium will have the ability to purchase new duty holsters compatible with their Glock 17/45 service pistols.

The USG noted that Blackhawk T-Series is a secure and versatile platform, with the T-Series L3D holsters coming standard with the Jacket Slot Belt Loop or being compatible with the agency selected Blackhawk Micro Tac Platform. This modularity allows officers to select the form of carry most suited to their needs without sacrificing accessibility or security.

The contract has a value of over $2.1 million and features the same holster solution that was adopted earlier this year by the French Army and the Niedersachsen State Police of Germany.

“We are honored to have our T-Series holsters selected by such a prestigious international agency,” said Liam Yarbrough, senior product line manager with Blackhawk. “This partnership signifies the trust officers place in our holsters, and it reinforces our commitment to keeping those who protect and serve safe on the job. It’s a privilege to play a role in their mission, and we take this responsibility seriously.”

To date, T-Series holsters have been selected for duty use by over 3,200 law enforcement agencies both in the U.S. and abroad. As the world’s first thumb-driven, dual-injected molded holster, the T-Series is Blackhawk’s premier duty-rated holster.

Learn more about Blackhawk’s T-Series holster and other duty products at blackhawk.com

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Tenicor – CERTUM SOL for Glock 17 and XVL2

Friday, December 8th, 2023

Tenicor has taken their popular CERTUM holster and created a version compatible with the SureFire XVL2.

Features:

-Each holster is molded to their Trucise fit which creates a uniquely secure holster with a smooth and consistent draw.
– The mid ride shirt guard is carefully profiled to allow for an unencumbered thumbs up grip.
– The gun sits low to optimize concealment but high enough so the belt does not interfere with a full grip of the gun for consistency and speed. The height adjustment of the attachment options can be dialed in for a precise carry position.
– Profiled at the top, the CERTUM SOL supports most conventional slide mounted red dot sights.
– The sight channel is tall to allow for suppressor height sights.
– The muzzle end is open and compatible with threaded barrels.
– The dual tension screws enable subtle adjustments and security.

The CERTIM SOL holster integrates the Tenicor T1 belt clip by Discreet Carry Concepts combined with unique Tenicor-designed vertical adjustment slots, offering subtle ride height adjustments.

tenicor.com/collections/glock-holsters/products/certum-sol-iwb-aiwb-holster-for-glock

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Comp-Tac Holsters, a HSG Brand, Introduces Innovative Holster Accessories: The CT3 Tourniquet Mount and CT Leg Strap

Tuesday, November 28th, 2023

SWANSBORO, N.C. – November 27, 2023 – Comp-Tac Holsters, a High Speed Gear brand, is thrilled to announce the release of two innovative holster accessories: the CT3 Tourniquet Mount and the CT Leg Strap. These new additions to the Comp-Tac Holsters lineup are designed to offer enhanced adaptability, convenience, and ergonomic motion for a wide range of holster models and fits, providing law enforcement, military personnel, and firearms enthusiasts with advanced customization options.

CT3 Tourniquet Mount:

The CT3 Tourniquet Mount is a highly adaptable mounting system specifically crafted to securely attach any High Speed Gear tourniquet pouch to the CT3 Level III Duty Holster saving valuable real estate on the belt or carrier and optimizing location of the TQ for deployment. Manufactured from aircraft-grade Kydex®, it combines lightweight construction with exceptional durability and flexibility. Included with attachment hardware, this mount is available in all CT3 color options. Compatible with the Level III CT3, CT2-A, and CT2-H holster models, the CT3 Tourniquet Mount provides versatility for various operational needs.

CT Leg Strap:

Designed for added flexibility, ease of motion, and stability the CT Leg Strap is an adjustable swivel attachment point that features a slip-resistant strap and Kydex contact pad. The built in swivel also allows a 90-degree angle to be achieved when keeling and provides a full range of motion when going prone. The aircraft-grade Kydex® construction and contact pad maintains a rigid connection to the leg and holster, allowing for ergonomic and seamless movement when it counts. Compatible with the Level III CT3 Duty Holster, CT2-A, and CT2-H, the CT Leg Strap prioritizes comfort and practicality during holster use.

“We’re excited to introduce the CT3 Tourniquet Mount and CT Leg Strap as innovative additions to our holster accessory lineup,” said Truett Whitt, Sales Manager at Comp-Tac Holsters. These accessories offer adaptability, convenience, and ergonomic advantages to our esteemed customers, ensuring they have the tools needed for success in the field.”

The launch of the CT3 Tourniquet Mount and CT Leg Strap reaffirms Comp-Tac Holsters’ commitment to delivering advanced holsters and holster accessories that meet the evolving needs of law enforcement, military, and shooting enthusiasts.

Shop the CT3 Tourniquet Mount here

Shop the CT Leg Strap here

For more information about the Comp-Tac Level III CT3 Holster and related accessories, please contact:

Truett Whitt

Sales Manager

Comp-Tac Holsters

Truett.Whitt@comp-tac.com

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Safariland Launches New Customer Loyalty Program

Monday, November 13th, 2023

Jacksonville, Florida – Safariland®, a brand of The Safariland Group®, a leading global provider of safety products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets and one of Cadre Holdings, Inc.’s (NYSE: CDRE) (“Cadre”) key brands announces the launch of its new online loyalty program. Designed to reward and show appreciation to its loyal customers, the Safariland Loyalty Program offers a range of benefits and exclusive discounts.

“We are constantly looking for ways to give back to our loyal customers,” said Tim Drnec, VP of Marketing for Safariland. “We understand the importance of building strong relationships with our customer base, and this new loyalty program is our way of saying thank you for their continued support.”

The Safariland Loyalty Program is free to join, making it accessible to all. Customers with existing Safariland accounts will automatically be enrolled in the loyalty program and receive 100 free points. New customers can easily register on the Safariland website to earn points towards discounts on future purchases.

For every dollar spent, customers will earn points. Additionally, by participating in Safariland’s promotions and through referring friends, customers can earn extra points. The “Earn Points” section on the website will provide an overview of current opportunities for customers to accumulate points.

Through point accumulation, customers can redeem various discounts on purchases and future giveaway items. Points redemption is simple, and customers select the desired reward at checkout. Customers can track their progress in their account on the Safariland website. Points earned through the loyalty program will never expire, providing customers with the flexibility to use them whenever they choose.

With the launch of its new loyalty program, Safariland aims to give back to those customers who continuously support them by providing exclusive benefits and discounts. Join the Safariland Loyalty Program today and start earning rewards for your continued support.

For more information about The Safariland Group, please visit www.safariland.com.

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