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NRA Announces Sponsors For 2017 National High Power Rifle Championships

Friday, July 7th, 2017

CAMP ATTERBURY, Ind. – The National Rifle Association is pleased to announce the sponsors for the 2017 National High Power Rifle Championships, scheduled for July 7-25, 2017, at Camp Atterbury, Indiana. This year’s sponsors include ArmaLite, Berger Bullets, Cutting Edge Bullets, Champion’s Choice, FN America, Hodgdon Powder, Krieger Barrels, Lapua, NEXUS Ammunition, Nightforce Precision Optics, Nosler, OTIS, Satern/Liberty Barrels, Sierra Bullets, SK, Timney Triggers USA, Vihtavuori, and White Oak Arms.

The NRA National High Power Rifle Championships builds upon a century of shooting sports heritage and traditions, and brings the pageantry and excitement of this legendary competitive shooting match for its first year at Camp Atterbury, Indiana.

The nation’s finest civilian and military marksmen will convene on some of Atterbury’s 60 ranges for nearly 20 days of high power rifle competition in a variety of formats. This year’s National Matches at Camp Atterbury will include the National High Power Championships, National Mid-Range Championships, National Long Range Championships, and various side matches, including NRA America’s Rifle Challenge presented by Daniel Defense, NRA 2Gun and an Extreme Long Range One Mile event.

For more information about the 2017 National High Power Rifle Championships, including registration, calendar of events, official program, and more, visit the official website by clicking here.

About the National Rifle Association
Established in 1871, the National Rifle Association is America’s oldest civil rights and sportsmen’s group. Five million members strong, NRA continues its mission to uphold Second Amendment rights and is the leader in firearm education and training for law-abiding gun owners, law enforcement and the military. Visit http://nra.org.

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Anteris Alliance “A Pillar of Patriots” Welcomes American Pouch Converters Inc

Wednesday, July 5th, 2017

Anteris Alliance(2A): an organizational network of patriot manufacturers and service providers bonded by their dedication to support our Veterans and First Responders and their families through the manufacture and market insertion of top quality products and services!

Post Falls, ID. (June 29, 2017) – www.anterisalliance.com Anteris Alliance, LLC was founded in early 2017, after a small group of companies decided to work together to do more than they could accomplish by themselves from product demonstrations, customer events, and ultimately Veterans and First Responder support. Already, with over 47 brands and counting, the mission has taken hold at every level. Whether as a manufacturer or service provider, a buyer, or a patriot there is a way for everyone to be part of this great movement!

American Pouch Converters Inc is honored and humbled to be part of Anteris Alliance. We are a company fierce in American traditions and values and what better way to put our packaging expertise to work than in the alliance helping other Veterans, First Responders and their families. We understand that together we are stronger and bring more value to the marketplace and we live by the saying, “we have your back”. The companies in the alliance are producing and marketing quality goods and those goods need a package that allows its brand to stand tall amongst other brands. We specialize in small to medium runs of custom and stock pouches and other packaging items that are an important part of any brand. Too many small to medium size businesses are told they have to order a large amount of custom pouches and that eats up valuable capital needed to grow their businesses. Our mission statement, which can be found on our website; https://www.americanpouchconverters.com/about-us and says it all. We are always available to assist our customers (family as we look at them) whether it be packaging or business strategies. Visit us at https://americanpouchconverters.com and learn more about us.

“As a fellow Disabled American Veteran and business owner, there is nothing more important to companies like ours than to know they have a valuable source who is there for them no matter the situation. We will go the extra mile and be a solid partner and not just another supplier. We are committed to hiring veterans whenever possible as they understand hard work, teamwork and commitment to the mission.” – Jim Andrasic, Co-Founder/Chief Operating Officer, American Pouch Converters Inc

“American Pouch Converters brings a product and a service into the Alliance which is beneficial for our collective manufacturing companies, and is a further testament to the diversification of the Alliance into multiple channels due to the common bond of supporting our Veteran and First Responder brothers and sisters!” – stated Casey Betzold, CEO of Anteris Alliance. “We are so pleased to have yet another Veteran owned organization as part of the greater mission and family!”

PR and media questions can be directed to info@anterisalliance.com.

Interested Manufacturers, Dealers, and Individuals can visit www.anterisalliance.com for more details and follow Anteris Alliance on social media on all major platforms – Facebook, Instagram, Twitter!

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EuroOptic Welcomes New CEO Jonah Gregory

Saturday, July 1st, 2017

Montoursville, PA (July 1st, 2017) — EuroOptic, LTD announced today that it has named Jonah Gregory as its new CEO, appointing him internally from the Chief Technology Officer role to this new leadership position.

Mr. Gregory has led the technical and marketing teams for EuroOptic for over 2 years, with a background in both the high tech industries (Cisco, Azuki Systems, Ericsson) and in the firearms industry, with significant management experience in all.

“EuroOptic’s story is one of stellar customer service and a ton of hard work – one that I’m proud to be a part of. We take a lot of pride that we’re out there doing the same things our customers are, and then when you give us a call, you’re talking to another hunter, long-range shooter, or outdoorsman. The opportunity to help shape this company going forward is an honor”, said Mr. Gregory.

www.eurooptic.com

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DoubleStar Announces New Director of Edged Weapon Division

Thursday, June 29th, 2017

Weapon Designer and Self-Defense Instructor Robert Cabrera to assume new role for DoubleStar’s new edged weapon division

Winchester, Ky. (June 2017) – DoubleStar Corp, manufacturers of high-quality, US-made AR components, rifles and pistols, announces the addition of weapon designer, Robert Cabrera, to the position of Director of its newly-minted Edged Weapon Division. Cabrera, a self-defense instructor, brings with him 20 years of self-defense instruction to the military and law enforcement communities, as well as eight years of professional knife design with his own company Filo Bladeworks. Cabrera will now assume a role with DoubleStar where he will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of manufacturing its edged weapons.

Weapon designer Robert Cabrera, Doublestar Director of Edged Weapon Division.

“From the very moment I met the Starnes family I knew that I wanted to be a part of the DoubleStar family. My relationship with the Starnes transcends business. Jesse was my first client as a business owner and has always made me believe that I could work professionally in this field. I thank my God in heaven for bringing the Starnes family into my family’s life and pray for his blessings upon not only the families here, but for those who buy our products as well,” Cabrera commented.

Cabrera will be involved in the concept, design and development of all new and existing blades for DoubleStar. He will also develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and designers and develop new ideas to be flushed out for feasibility and market share. In addition, Cabrera will assist with marketing, instructional materials and social and multimedia development.

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Constellis Announces Acquisition of AMK9

Monday, June 26th, 2017

Transaction Expands Constellis’ Capability to Train and Deploy K-9 Teams Globally, Enhances Ability to Provide Competitive Pricing to its Key Customers

RESTON, Va. (June 23, 2017) — Constellis, a leading provider of operational support and risk management services, announced today that it has acquired American K9 Detection Services, LLC (“AMK9”). The acquisition of AMK9, a leader in K-9 security services, sales and training around the world, significantly enhances Constellis’ capability to train and deploy K-9 teams globally.

As part of the transaction, ITC Capital Partners, AMK9’s former owner, has exited its stake in AMK9. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Constellis financed the acquisition with incremental 1st lien term loan borrowings under Constellis’ existing credit facility.

The transaction brings together the leader in K-9 detection services with one of the industry’s premier safety and risk management providers serving a broad range of customers, including U.S. government agencies (notably the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Department of Energy), foreign governments, NGOs and a diverse mix of blue-chip commercial entities. Additionally, the deal furthers Constellis’ ongoing strategies to diversify its service lines and to vertically integrate. Constellis will be able to leverage the combined entity’s scale, training facilities, shared best practices and financial resources to continue to offer its customer base competitive pricing while utilizing the industry’s most revered compliance programs.

Headquartered in West Point, Georgia, AMK9 has more than 300 employees operating across the U.S., the Middle East and Africa. AMK9 has an established track record of providing Contract Working Dog (CWD) teams to protect federal facilities, personnel and assets, having worked with the U.S. military to develop and implement industry standards for CWD teams. The company offers turn-key program management solutions to supplement government agencies and multi-national corporations in high-risk environments across the globe.

“AMK9’s well-respected brand and exceptional past performance bring tremendous value to our combined offering,” said Jason DeYonker, Chief Executive Officer of Constellis. “The acquisition of AMK9 allows us to diversify our training service line while also enhancing our ability to provide our customers with the best full-service solution at a competitive price.”

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SPARTANAT – B&T Behördentage 2017

Saturday, June 24th, 2017

B & T invites every second year to Behördentagen in Switzerland. Around 800 visitors and many companies follow this invitation. The program includes lectures, training – above: car shooting, an exhibition of different companies and of course weapons of B & T.

A novelty of the year at B & T: the APC comes as an assault rifle in caliber .308. This can be used for regular infantry or police use or also a DMR or semi sniper.

The rest of the family is well known: APC9 / 45, APC300 and APC556 / 223 are reliable weapons that are strongly represented in the police area.

Linderhof Taktik from Germany presented the plate carrier HL – laser cut from their hybrid laminate – and the plate carrier Gen VI. Lindnerhof is strong with Bundeswehr and German special forces. www.lindnerhof-taktik.de

First seen in Europe: Revisions Revision Military’s new Caiman Head System. The Caiman Head System is a true full-spectrum special operations helmet solution, and will be commercially available in stages, starting with the Caiman Carbon Bump Helmet System. The Caiman Carbon Bump System-including carbon bump helmet, a streamlined rail system, and an innovative liner and suspension system-will.

Made in USA. First Spear presenting their products at B&T Behördentage. Laser cut and Tubes makes a great combination for a Plate carrier.

Fibrotex from Israel with a very nice, flexible BDU and great camo innovations. www.fibrotex-tech.com

Marom Dolphin also originating from Israel, was showing their plate carriers in Israeli style. This is a very nice, small carrier with an integrated flotation kit. It is inflatable and helps you swimming with your gear in the water. www.marom-dolphin.com

Europe goes antiterror. Helmets are becoming more important, especially for Police. Ulbrichts from Austria manufactures helmets from Titan. ULBRICHTS Protection has provided the police, special units and the military with high quality protective helmets for more than six decades, producing the most modern and effective ballistic helmets for protection against bullets available worldwide – the result of many years of development. The ZENTURIO is their high end product. www.ulbrichts.com/protection/en/products

USW is B&Ts new pistol. Or to be honest: it is the smallest pistol carbine we know. With a fordable stock and an Aimpoint made red dot – specially produced for B&T – this weapon gives police officers more flexibility to fight als first responders, and not to have necessarily an assault rifle. www.bt-ag.ch/shop/eng/bt-usw/bt-universal-service-weapon–usw-a1-kal-9-x-19-bt-430001

One highlight at B&T Behördentage was a Car Shooting Workshop with Frank Thiel from Baltic Shooters: training at it’s best. Thiel is a well known als shooting trainer for German SWAT teams and special forces. www.baltic-shooters.de

B&T: www.bt-ag.ch

SPARTANAT: www.spartanat.com

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National Association of Police Equipment Distributors Welcomes Goldbelt Wolf, LLC to General Membership

Wednesday, June 21st, 2017

New Bern, NC (June 2017) – The National Association of Police Equipment Distributors (NAPED) proudly welcomes Goldbelt Wolf, LLC to its General Membership. Goldbelt Wolf, formed in 2007, is part of Goldbelt, Inc., a family of companies incorporated in the early 1970’s and founded as an urban Alaska Native Corporation (ANC). Goldbelt Inc. was named after the richly-mineralized zone in Southeast Alaska. Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, Goldbelt Wolf offers customers in Federal agencies, military and law enforcement a variety of professional services and solutions from tactical and operational equipment, weapon systems and munitions, vehicles and training.

“Goldbelt Wolf proudly serves the men and women of many of our Federal agencies and elite forces. Becoming a NAPED member allows Goldbelt Wolf access to many of the top providers of high-quality, mission ready equipment,” Phil Scheible, President of Goldbelt Wolf commented.

“NAPED is very pleased to have Goldbelt Wolf join our general membership. Their customer base includes the military branches, homeland security and some of the largest private security companies. This is an excellent opportunity for our associate members to grow their businesses,” Eldon Griggs, President of NAPED and VP of Business Development for GALLS, Inc., added.

Goldbelt Wolf will be among the many law enforcement, public safety and military equipment distributors and vendors at NAPED’s annual general meeting at the Daytona Hilton Beach Resort, June 23-26, 2017.

Interested in becoming a NAPED member? Contact Laura Burgess at 252-288-5805 or director@naped.com for more information and start enjoying the benefits today.

Like NAPED on Facebook at www.facebook.com/NAPEDGroup.

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Ascendant Advisory Group Announces Down Range Solutions Group Acquires U.S. Optics

Tuesday, June 20th, 2017

Brea, California (June 19, 2017) Ascendant Advisory Group’s Mergers and Acquisitions Division announces, Down Range Solutions Group has completed the acquisition of U.S. Optics, a leader in the firearm optics industry. Down Range Solutions Group will continue doing business as U.S. Optics and the company will carry forward the reputation for manufacturing and assembling optics to exacting specifications, creating optics that consistently perform in the best and worst of environmental conditions.

Arnold VonBargen, former Owner comments: “We are very proud of what we built at U.S. Optics, great products from dedicated employees. Now we have the ability to reach our potential with additional resources and opportunities. I am extremely excited to see where we go from here.” VonBargen will stay on to oversee product development and to assist with maintaining a brand of durability, reliability and performance

“U.S. Optics will continue to serve our loyal customers in the precision and tactical shooting communities while we work to satisfy the precision optics needs of the military and law enforcement personnel.” says Down Range Solutions Group President and former Green Beret, Pat Harrigan. Harrigan has appointed Kevin “Chief” Peterson as COO of U.S. Optics.

Peterson brings the experience of being Command Chief USAF for Ellsworth AFB(ret) and Director of Operations at Sonju Industrial. “First and foremost, we intend to continue the lineage of excellent products from U.S. Optics, creating a zero-defect environment and increasing production so delivery times will decrease. Secondly, we intend to engage directly in providing product to our military, so they have the most advanced and dependable optics available” Stated Peterson.

Ascendant Advisory Group’s consulting and growth division will work with the U.S. Optics management team to help execute the go-forward strategy. The existing employees and management at U.S. Optics, together with the management at DRSG and Ascendant Advisory Group’s consulting division combine to create a partnership of diverse talent which will continually drive the production of high quality products. Additionally, increased production capacity will allow for the release of additional products and designs to a broader section of the market.

Down Range Solutions Group is a veteran owned and operated company that provides the most advanced and dependable products on the market for our military, law enforcement and civilian customers. By partnering with the best companies in the industry, hiring the best talent in the world, and engineering solutions thought impossible, we have developed unparalleled solutions and will continue to advance beyond expectations to serve those whose lives depend on our products.

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