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Nightforce Optics Announces 25th Anniversary Celebration With Special Edition Ruger 10/22 Promotion

Thursday, October 26th, 2017

Lavonia, GA, U.S. – (October 6, 2017) Nightforce® Optics, Inc., a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium sport optics and related products including riflescopes, spotting scopes, and accessories, announces the celebration of their 25th anniversary by offering a Special Edition Ruger® 10/22 rifle with the purchase of select Nightforce riflescopes. The promotion applies to riflescope purchases made from October 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017.

“We’re celebrating a quarter-century of phenomenal success by ‘giving back’ to our steadfast fans and customers,” said Gordon Myers, Director of Sales and Marketing. Nightforce is offering a complimentary Nightforce 25th Anniversary Special Edition Ruger 10/22 at no additional charge with the purchase of select Nightforce riflescopes from authorized Nightforce Optics dealers. “Partnering with a trusted brand like Ruger and offering a limited edition of their renowned 10/22 rifle to purchasers of our riflescopes is a win-win for our consumers and dealers alike,” Myers said. “This exclusive offer honors our 25-year commitment to excellence in optics, embraced by shooting and hunting enthusiasts from amateur to professional, by delivering a truly legendary firearm to the collections of shooting enthusiasts. It’s our way of saying thank you to the shooting community that supports our industry,” he added.

Qualifying purchasers receive a Nightforce 25th Anniversary Special Edition Ruger 10/22 rifle featuring:

“Nightforce 25th Anniversary” engraved on red and black laminate hardwood stock

Receiver / Barrel – Satin Stainless, Threaded Barrel with Flash Hider (CA compliant model available)

NFO-0000 Serialization

Ruger® Combination Weaver Rail

Ruger® Clear BX-1-CLR 10-Round Mag

Ruger® BX-Trigger

Extended Magazine Release

This complimentary, no additional charge Nightforce 25th Anniversary Special Edition Ruger 10/22 rifle offer is good for new retail purchases of the following riflescope models only, while supplies last, from authorized Nightforce Optics dealers only:

ATACR 7-35×56 F1 Model Numbers: C569, C570, C571, C578

ATACR 5-25×56 F2 Model Numbers: C553, C554, C555

NXS 8-32×56 F2 Model Numbers: C350, C354, C437, C509, C530

Competition 42×44 Model Numbers: C558, C559

Competition 15-55×52 Model Numbers: C511, C512, C513, C514

Eligibility:

Customer must be at least 18 years of age where legally required, and must be at least 21 years of age where legally required.

Customer must be a U.S. resident, and must provide a U.S. address.

Customer must be able to legally possess the firearm in this offer.

Customer must comply with all federal, state, and local laws for redemption.

Customers must meet all the promotion requirements to be eligible to redeem the complimentary rifle offer. Further details regarding eligibility, and all redemption requirements are on the Nightforce 25th Anniversary Special Edition Ruger 10/22 rifle landing page at www.nightforceoptics/1022.

For consumer and dealer questions regarding the redemption process, ordering information, and inventory, please call 208.476.9814 or email promotions@nightforceoptics.com.

For more information on Nightforce Optics, please visit www.nightforceoptics.com, or email Customer Service at info@nightforceoptics.com.

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SENTRY Products Group Announces the Acquisition of Hexmag

Wednesday, October 18th, 2017

When every shot counts, end users trust Hexmag™

Virginia Beach, Va. (October 2017) – SENTRY Products Group, an industry leader in the Military, Law Enforcement and Outdoor equipment, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Hexmag™, innovators of AR-15/AR-10 magazines and accessories.

When Hexmag was founded, it introduced lightweight magazines for the AR-15/AR-10 platforms.

“We set out to make the most durable, versatile and aesthetic magazine on the market,” stated Aaron Schefter, founder of Hexmag. He continued, “With great acceptance and a strong end user following, the company rapidly expanded and SENTRY was the logical partner to continue the product development. When the SENTRY crew were executives at BLACKHAWK!®, they really loved and understood product development and manufacturing and that is what I want for the future of Hexmag’s products.”

Built in the USA and backed with a lifetime warranty, Hexmag’s products are manufactured using a proprietary fiber-reinforced polymer, PolyHex2, resulting in a lighter and more durable magazine. The patented hexagonal surface provides superior grip and ease of handling. Hexmag’s HexID Color Identification System allows end users to quickly personalize magazines to identify different ammunition calibers. Product line extensions include grips, rail covers and grip tape allowing end users to further customize their gear.

“We are proud to add Hexmag products to our company offerings; their innovative approach to product design and marketing fits well and extends our presence in the Military, Law Enforcement, Tactical and OEM markets,” said Terry Naughton, President of SENTRY Products Group. He continued, “This addition creates new US based jobs as manufacturing and distribution moves to SENTRY’s Boise, Idaho facility and core business functions move to the Virginia Beach, Virginia U.S.A. headquarters.”

“The acquisition of Hexmag fits perfectly with SENTRY’s short, medium and long-term vision of both organic growth, as well as growth through acquisition,” said Mike Noell, CEO of SENTRY. “Hexmag was an easy plugin to our accessories business and gives SENTRY additional product categories, sales channels, new distribution partners and an entrance into the high-tech injection molded product arena. We are now focused on operational excellence, great products and awesome service. Thank you for your trust and business, we look forward to serving you!”

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PROOF Research Announces Partnership With H&G Marketing

Monday, October 16th, 2017

Leading manufacturing sales team will represent and increase market share nationally for PROOF Research’s innovative carbon fiber and stainless steel barrels and rifle platforms.

Columbia Falls, MT (October 2017) PROOF Research, the industry leader in the production of aerospace-grade carbon fiber rifle barrels, cut-rifled stainless steel rifle barrels, and lightweight hunting and military rifle systems, has chosen H&G Marketing to represent them throughout the United States.

“We are very pleased to announce this newly-formed partnership with H&G Marketing,” said Kelly Streiff, Director of Sales at PROOF Research. “Just as we at PROOF ensure our products uphold the highest standards of quality and reliability, so does the representation that H&G Marketing provides. Our companies have the same stringent core values and goals for our customers and end users. We feel we have chosen one of the leading sales organizations in the country to represent PROOF on a national basis.”

H&G Marketing, headquartered in Big Lake, MN, is a national sales and marketing organization with over thirty-five years of experience. With over thirty-five regional representatives and managers with countless years of combined experience, H&G Marketing provides sporting goods manufacturers throughout the United States with expertise on the industry and proven marketing techniques, including in-store promotions, product training and trade show exposure.

“Our staff of trained sales and marketing professionals located throughout the country will help PROOF Research grow their brand at both the dealer and distributor levels, said Scott Dobry, Vice President of Sales at H&G Marketing. “We appreciate the opportunity to represent PROOF and look forward to a long and enhanced relationship with them.”

PROOF Research is a science-driven manufacturer of lightweight precision rifle systems and record-breaking steel barrels and carbon fiber-wrapped barrels. The company’s Advanced Composites Division develops next-generation materials to produce innovative weapon systems that lighten warfighter load while increasing durability and effectiveness.

For more information about H&G Marketing, contact Scott Dobry at sdobry@hgreps.com or visit their website: www.hgreps.com.

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The North Face Doesn’t Want Your Firearms Business Logo On Their Clothing

Thursday, October 5th, 2017

SanMar is well known as a company which offers embroidery and screening of company logos on clothing (including brand name) for uniform and other promotional use. Recently, they announced that they were introducing The North Face brand into their offerings.

Understandably, TNF reserves the right to approve the logos added to their clothing. However, something seemed a bit heavy handed; they completely prohibit the sale of their garments into the firearms/ammunition industry. This document shows their policies.

While we are sure that The North Face isn’t the first company to do this, and won’t be the last, we also want you to know that they aren’t just singling out the firearms industry. They prohibit the sale of their garments for use in tobacco and adult entertainment channels. Full disclosure, we have turned down advertising from the adult entertainment industry because we don’t think it fits our focus.

We also want to be clear that this policy isn’t SanMar’s, but rather The North Face’s, which is owned by parent company VF Corp. Now here’s one for you. VF Imagewear Inc provides uniforms to federal law enforcement, including DHS. How’s that for some irony?

We respect TNF’s right to restrict who they associate with, but we also want you to know their policy, so you can wisely choose how to spend your money.

Tags: SanMar, The North Face
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Original Footwear Co., Now the Largest Mil-Spec Footwear Manufacturer to the DoD After Acquiring Wolverine Worldwide Factory

Wednesday, October 4th, 2017

Big Rapids, MI – October 4, 2017?The Original Footwear Co. acquired Wolverine Worldwide’s factory in Big Rapids, MI as well as the assets associated with the United Sates Department of Defense contract business on September 29, 2017.

The new facility will allow Original Footwear to expand their current government contract business. Additionally, the company has two other US facilities which are based in Morristown, TN and Puerto Rico.

“We are excited about the opportunity ahead.” said Kevin Cole, CEO of the Original Footwear Co. “We are bringing on 400 new employees to the Original Footwear team and we welcome them to the family.”

A worker in the Big Rapids factory is seen conducting the waterproof test.

The Big Rapids factory has been in operation since 1948. With over a half century of technical expertise in footwear industry, the factory has the capability of producing up to 3,000 pairs per day. All factory workers will remain employed and continue operations under their new parent company.

www.originalfootwear.com

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Haley Strategic Partners Open House

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2017

What: New Kit, Free Food, and Drinks.

When: Saturday, November 4th 2017 2:00pm-7:00pm

Where: 16655 N. 90th St. Suite 100 Scottsdale, Az 85260

www.haleystrategic.com

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Jason Curns Joins Grey Ghost Precision as Vice President of Firearms

Friday, September 29th, 2017

Lakewood, WA – Grey Ghost Precision, leading manufacturers of accurate, reliable, and attainable weapon systems, is excited to announce the hiring of Jason Curns as the company’s Vice President of Firearms, effective September 25th. In his new position, Curns will be responsible for setting the strategic direction for all sales, customer service and marketing initiatives for the Grey Ghost Precision brand.

“Through his combined passion for the firearms industry and undeniable track record in personal customer service and care, adding Jason to the Grey Ghost Precision team was one of the most common sense decisions we’ve ever made,” said Grey Ghost Precision, CEO Casey Ingels. “His extensive experience in the commercial sales and firearms industry as a whole positions him to help lead our team and take our products to the next level.”

Curns joins GGP with more than 22 years of combined experience in sales, customer service, customer logistics, manufacturing and supply chain. His previous experiences include the development and execution of Grey Ghost Precision’s premier rifles, the S-Series Heavy and Light, under the partnership of then-Mega Arms (now ZEV Technologies).

“It’s an honor to be aligned with such strong, brand with Grey Ghost Precision,” Curns said. “Within the team at GGP, there is such a strong, collective passion that mirrored my own personal ethos. One that was not just for the products, but for the end-users. The primary focus is to connect with the consumers on a level that most manufacturers cannot, because they don’t try to establish that relationship of trust and reliability. Through this passion and strategy we can continue to grow the GGP brand and set ourselves further apart from the field.”

www.greyghostprecision.com

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EOTech Class Action Lawsuit Settlement Vouchers Now Shipping

Thursday, September 21st, 2017

In 2015, EOTech was found to have defrauded the US government over the performance of their Holographic Weapon Sights. They quickly settled with the government. As you can imagine, consumers who had purchased the sights were outraged.

EOTech parent company L3, launched a return program to reimburse the original price of the optics for those who were no longer happy with their purchase. However, a class-action lawsuit was launched against L3 anyway. This is the result.