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Cody Osborn Joins Q as VP Sales and Marketing

Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

Dover, NH — 01/07/2025— Q, LLC, the unapologetically bold leader in firearms innovation, is proud to welcome Cody Osborn as its new Vice President of Sales and Marketing. An avid hunter and lifelong firearms enthusiast, Osborn has been a dedicated fan of Q firearms and suppressors, relying on The Fix as his go-to hunting rifle for the past few years. Now, he’s stepping in to help take Q to the next level.

“Cody gets it,” said Kevin Brittingham, Owner of Q, LLC. “He’s not just another suit; he’s one of us. He knows the industry, he knows the community, and he’s been rocking The Fix in the field for years. With his experience and passion, Cody is the perfect fit to help us push boundaries and keep delivering the products our customers demand.”

With a career spanning roles in both sales and marketing, Osborn has earned a reputation for delivering results. A competitive shooter for nearly 10 years, he honed his skills both on the range and in the field, bringing a unique perspective to product development and marketing. From his start at a local gun store to leading marketing efforts at Walther Arms and Taurus USA, he’s launched iconic products like the Q5 Match Steel Frame, PDP, and Executive Grade series. His knack for blending innovative strategies with a deep understanding of the firearms market earned him a spot on the prestigious SHOT Business 40 Under 40 list.

In his role at Q, Osborn will oversee all sales and marketing initiatives, helping drive strategies to grow brand recognition and expand Q’s reach in the firearms market. He will lead efforts to connect with Q’s loyal customers and introduce new audiences to the brand.

“Joining Q is an incredible opportunity to work with a team that’s redefining what creativity and innovation mean in the firearms industry,” said Osborn. “They’re relentlessly focused on making the best products, from rifles and suppressors, right down to the smallest details, like how a sling connects to a rifle—it’s proof that Q is changing the game. I couldn’t be more excited to be part of this team that’s rewriting the rules.”

“Q is just getting started, and with Cody on board, we’re doubling down on doing things our way—uncompromising, innovative, and always pushing the limits.” Said Brad Kunkel, President of Q, LLC.

For more about Q and our lineup of Unpossible products, check out LiveQorDie.com.

Strike Industries Launches New Firearms Brand: Strike Arms

Thursday, January 2nd, 2025

Strike Industries is proud to announce the Strike Arms Pistol (Compact) Frame, designed to fit Glock® Gen 3 components. The polymer-frame striker-fired market is one that Strike Industries has already distinguished itself in recent years across multiple weapon platforms with superior aesthetics, ergonomics and modularity.

Strike Arms has been a behind-the-scenes design powerhouse in the firearms industry for over a decade and is very excited to bring its first iteration of this popular pistol platform to the market.

Crafted with precision, this frame allows users to integrate their preferred Glock® 19 Gen 3 parts seamlessly, offering a highly customizable platform. With Strike Industries’ commitment to innovation and quality, the Compact Frame ensures an unparalleled shooting experience tailored to meet the evolving preferences of firearm builders and enthusiasts.

As the first serialized firearm product of many to come from Strike Arms, the SAP-C is a complete frame inspired by the Glock® 19 Gen 3 that comes with a lower parts kit pre-installed.
It also comes with an aggressive stippled texture straight from the factory. removing the need for aftermarket services and could save the owner some costs.

The grip angle has been improved to be more similar to that of a 1911, creating a significantly more natural point of aim compared to OEM frames which are often known to make shooters uncomfortably push their wrists forward and downwards to properly aim. There is also an extended beaver tail — its extended length is designed to protect the shooting hand from slide bites even for the largest of hands.

Whether users are right or left-handed, as they wrap their hands around the Compact Frame they’ll find that the double undercut around the trigger guard and oversized scalloped areas for the thumb create an extremely comfortable and ergonomic experience. To reduce the chance of accidentally engaging the slide lock lever there is a raised shelf that is stippled which doubles as a great area for the support hand’s thumb to rest on. Towards the front of the frame there are also Dynamic Control™ cuts on both sides designed for maximum recoil control.

With an integrated flared magwell there is a larger surface area to aid in quick and smooth insertions — its subdued design makes the frame still comfortable and possible to conceal carry without risk of overly printing. Attach whatever weapon mounted light, laser, or other accessory you like with the full length picatinny rail.

Thanks to Strike Industries’ diverse catalog of third party accessories for Glock, users can customize a fully Striked-out pistol with a wide variety of combinations.

The Strike Arms Pistol Compact Frame is now available exclusively at Primary Arms.

For more information on how to build out a new SA Pistol Compact Frame, visit StrikeIndustries.com.

PocketUp Transitions Sales to Social Media Platforms

Thursday, December 26th, 2024

I’ve known Mel Terkla for over 25 years, since before his days with Kifaru. He and his wife Rena own a great small, home run business called PocketUp. Like many other small businesses, things are tight and they’ve chosen to transition how they interact with clients. He shared the following statement regarding PocketUp which does a great job of explaining why they’ve made the choices they have:

As most of you know, we were having major website issues! Our friend set up our website 6 1/2 years ago and the software had become completely outdated as we knew nothing about software updates and such. This past week has been a headache and I won’t even get into all the details, but there is no longer a PocketUp website! We’re just a small mom and pop shop and decided not to spend the money building a new website, as we plan on retiring PocketUp in a couple years anyway! The good news is that PocketUp is still in business as usual, with new products on the way!

We’ve decided to go with the old school business plan on how it used to be before the internet, but with the advantage of now having the internet and social media! In the old days companies advertised in magazines and had catalogs, and you ordered over the phone or by mail! We will be using social media and the internet as our “magazines and catalogs”, and I will be posting about our products on our PocketUp FB page and my group page Field Packs and PocketUp! After the holidays, I will start posting more pics and details of our PocketUp gear! Actually, it will become more personal as our customers will be dealing with me for one on one service! I will be available to answer all questions in detail and supply all the photos and/or videos you need to make your decision on what PocketUp products you want! You will be able to do this on our PocketUp FB page, on Field Packs, on Messenger, by email, texting, or the old fashioned way by phone! When you have decided what you want to order, I will send you a PocketUp PayPal invoice that you can pay with a credit card or PayPal.

Here are my contacts:

PocketUp FB page

Field Packs and PocketUp FB page

-PM on Messenger

-Email at mel@pocketup.net or superterk@sbcglobal.net

-Text or phone at 831-566-2337

Stay tuned for some new PocketUp products for the coming new year, and of course, all Made in the USA by Rena.

Impact Weapons Components Announces New Ownership and Exciting Future Developments

Thursday, December 26th, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that Impact Weapons Components (IWC) is now operating under new ownership. As a cherished provider of high-quality, American-made tactical weapon components and mounts, IWC remains dedicated to delivering the same outstanding products and exceptional service that our customers have come to expect.

Under the stewardship of our new owners, who are committed to upholding the integrity and quality of the IWC brand, we are excited to embark on the next chapter of our journey. Our team will continue to craft our products with the same meticulous attention to detail and robust manufacturing processes that have defined our brand.

Looking ahead, we are excited to share that IWC will be launching the e-commerce website in early January.

We appreciate the loyalty and support of our customers and partners during this transition. We are confident that this new phase will not only enhance our ability to meet your needs but also strengthen our commitment to innovation and quality.

Stay tuned for more updates, and we look forward to continuing to serve you with the same great American-made products. Thank you for being a part of our community.

Impact Weapons Components

Varusteleka Project MEGA Update

Tuesday, December 24th, 2024

Our project MEGA is moving forwards. Where are we at now, and why is this project so important?

Read more in the article: www.varusteleka.com/en/articles/project-mega-gtfo-of-china-3/692

Hydra Weaponry Welcome New Plant Manager

Friday, December 20th, 2024

Dave Dunn joins Hydra Weaponry as Hydra Plant Manager in its new 20,000-square-foot facility, demonstrating growth as Maine’s largest firearms manufacturer and carrying on the legacy of Gwinn Firearms, Bushmaster, and Windham Weaponry.

Hermon, Maine (December 2024) – Hydra Weaponry, Maine’s largest firearms employer, designers, and manufacturers of the truly modular MARCK-15 Hydra® Weapon System, announces that seasoned firearms industry veteran Dave Dunn has joined the Hydra Weaponry team as Plant Manager.

“Dave brings with him extensive experience in back-of-the-house production and facilities management, plus front-of-the-house skills like sales and new business development,” Mack Gwinn III, CEO of Hydra Weaponry, said. “He keeps the corporate machine well-oiled and running smoothly.”

Dunn’s experience and dedication to his employment are evident in his 47 years with Silvex, located in southern Maine, a full-service company, specializing in electroplating and surface finishing with 65 years of experience with silver and platinum plating, aluminum anodizing, and phosphating. Dunn worked with firearms clients for the hard coat finishing of firearms parts before moving into sales, as the company Sales Manager. In 2008, Dunn was promoted to Director of Operations/Plant Manager, where he served for eleven years.

?For more information about Hydra Weaponry’s product offerings, please visit www.hydraweaponry.com or contact our customer service team at admin@hydraweaponry.com or 855-493-7221.

Geissele Purchases SSK Firearms

Thursday, December 19th, 2024

Geissele Automatics is pleased to announce it has acquired SSK Firearms. SSK Firearms was founded in 1977 by J.D. Jones, a world-renowned firearms enthusiast/gunsmith and co-creator of the Super Vel® line of ammunition that became the basis for most of the high-performance handgun ammunition that exists today. J.D. also created his Whisper® family of firearm cartridges, which is the foundation of many heavy bullet subsonic rounds, such as the popular 300 Blackout.

J.D. Jones founded SSK Firearms with a focus on providing premium quality custom barrels and cartridges that are compatible with the very popular single shot hunting pistol and rifle platforms from Thompson/Center Arms, the Contender® and Encore®. With millions of these firearms in circulation since their inception, SSK Firearms has built a reputation of being the premier option for receivers, custom and standard caliber barrels, and scope bases.

Geissele’s and SSK’s values are aligned in providing the hunting and target shooting community with premium products and solutions, while also providing the best customer service. SSK will be supercharged by Geissele which will provide match grade bench rest quality barrel blanks, as well as increased capacity from its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in North Wales, PA.

In addition, Geissele’s cutting edge engineering team will be leading the charge on advancing SSK with new products and offerings in the near future.

DroneShield Strategically Expands into Latin America to Address Drone Threats

Thursday, December 19th, 2024

Sydney, Australia – DroneShield, a global leader in counterdrone technology and security solutions, is pleased to announce its expanded presence in Latin America to address the growing misuse of drones. This move reflects DroneShield’s commitment to enhancing security in regions with significant aerial threats.

DroneShield has appointed Carlos Gutierrez as its Regional Director to lead this effort. Gutierrez brings extensive experience in technology and enterprise sales, having worked as a Global Portfolio Manager at SES Satellites, and as Sr. Regional Sales Manager at Starlink, a subsidiary of SpaceX, in Mexico City. His knowledge of the regional market and proven success in delivering results make him a strong leader for DroneShield’s Latin America expansion.


Carlos Gutierrez, Regional Director, Latin America

Tackling Regional Drone Threats

Recent incidents highlight the pressing need for advanced counterdrone measures in Latin America. In Mexico, drones are increasingly used by cartels for surveillance and smuggling, complicating law enforcement efforts. In Colombia, drones loaded with explosives have been reported, escalating regional security concerns. DroneShield’s expansion into the region is a direct response to these challenges, ensuring local communities have access to the technology needed to address these threats and enhance safety.

Regional Focus on Customized Solutions

“Expanding boots-on-the-ground into Latin America allows DroneShield to tackle these challenges head-on,” said Oleg Vornik, CEO of DroneShield. “Carlos Gutierrez’s expertise ensures we can deliver tailored solutions to safeguard these communities.”

DroneShield’s advanced counterdrone systems leverage artificial intelligence and sensor technologies to detect, identify, and neutralize unauthorized drones, making the airspace across diverse environments, safe.

The Latin American team is already taking proactive steps to engage with key stakeholders in the region. This includes their planned attendance at the LAAD Defence and Security Expoin Brazil, and Expodefensa in Colombia.

This expansion follows DroneShield’s recent establishment of a European team as well as on the ground presence in the UAE, and complements its headquarters in Australia and offices in the United States. With an on the ground presence spanning the Americas, Europe and Middle East, supported by in-country partners in over 70 countries globally, DroneShield is strategically placed to rapidly deliver innovative counterdrone solutions worldwide.