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Enforce Tac – SIG Optics Exhibits USSOCOM Squad-Variable Power Scope Candidate

Thursday, March 8th, 2018

SIG Optics had their contender for the USSOCOM Squad-Variable Powered Scope solicitation. It is a 1-6x intended for use out to 600m. It is seen here mounted to a SIG716-G2.

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It is a variant of their commercially available Tango 6 optic, with final assembly in their Oregon plant. Additionally, they manufacture the mount there. The optic also comes with a throw lever installed.

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Interestingly, it is a second focal plane scope. The contract had a small business set aside for first focal plane submissions, while the second focal plane versions are a full and open competition. If you’re wondering why there’s even a second focal plane option, it’s because the customer wanted the dot to be crisp and visible, even in full daylight.

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The optic is a red dot, with a SOCOM-specified reticle. At the intensity setting, you can lock out the dot.

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Although they have not made a final decision on naming convention, you will be able to purchase a version of this optic. Options will include tube color, reticle and first or second focal plane.

www.sigoptics.com

Enforce Tac 18 – Heckler & Koch Introduce Gen3 Polymer Magazine

Thursday, March 8th, 2018

Heckler & Kock debuted their new GEN3 Polyner Magazine at Enforce Tac. It is a 5.56mm, 30 round STANAG magazine which is now standard with the HK416 and 433 rifles.

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They put quite a bit into the design aesthetic. For instance, the round count window conjures a projectile, moving toward the target.

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Speaking of round count windows, there is also a window at the backstrap. The spring has an orange indicator letting you know you are empty.

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Grooves for a positive grip extend completely around the magazine’s body, as you can see in this photo of the front aspect.

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Here is a view of the feed lips and follower.

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It has a removable floor plate.

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Made in Germany, the Gen3 PM is available in this RAL8000 shade as well as Black.

Design features will eventually find their way into a 7.62 version as well.

Enforce Tac 18 – MD-Textil Modulares Gurtsystem

Thursday, March 8th, 2018

Germany-based MD-Textil displayed their Modulares Gurtsystem (English: Modular Belt System) in the TACWRK Booth.

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Released last year, MGS makes its first full appearance at Enforce Tac. It is a fully modular and scalable harness system which can be as simple as a first line belt or as extensive as leg and chest harnesses.

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We can get into some more technical information in the coming weeks if you guys are interested but there’s a bit of a funny story associated with MGS.

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The designer of MGS often gets called Armadillo by friends. The German word for armadillo is Gürteltier or literally, belt animal. Naturally, the armadillo has become the symbol for MGS.

www.md-textil.de

Enforce Tac 18 – UF PRO Boonie Hat Gen 2

Thursday, March 8th, 2018

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UF PRO’s Boonie Hat Gen 2 features a stiffener in the brim, Mesh sections in the crown as well as an Internal pocket as well as a draw cord. Additionally, there is Velcro for IR patches.

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The Boonie Hat Gen 2 will be available later this Spring in the whole line of UF PRO colorways.

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Update: here’s another photo for those of you who couldn’t discern the difference between the hat and background.

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www.ufpro.si

Enforce Tac 18 – Ase Utra

Thursday, March 8th, 2018

Finnish suppressor manufacturer Ase Utra displayed their new training suppressor. It’s a Denny device and can be used for non-blank firing training such as combatives or non-firing rehearsals. This sample has been painted but they are working on a Cerakote version.

If you need a blank firing device, Ase Utra offers this model from their partner Thales which was developed for use with the Austeyr and has been adapted to their muzzle attachment.

Enforce Tac 2018

Thursday, March 8th, 2018

Welcome to our 2018 Enforce Tac coverage from the Nürnberg Messe.

UF PRO Bracing for a Crowd at Its Enforce Tac, IWA Booths Thanks to Advanced Products and A Cool Prize Drawing

Tuesday, March 6th, 2018

NUREMBERG, GERMANY (7 March 2018)—Military and law-enforcement personnel who stop at the UF PRO® booth during Enforce Tac or IWA OutdoorClassics this week will get an up-close look at the latest in advanced tactical clothing designed to help wearers be comfortable enough to stay fully focused on their mission regardless of terrain harshness and weather severity.

While at the UF PRO® exhibit, they also can quench their thirst with some of the Slovenia-based company’s favorite homeland beers, completely free. Visitors to the UF PRO® booth will as well be eligible to enter a drawing to be held later this month for 300€ worth of in-demand UF PRO® gear.

Enforce Tac begins on Wednesday (7 March 2018) and ends one day later. IWA OutdoorClassics begins Friday (9 March 2018) and continues until Monday.

Both events will take place at the Exhibition Centre located at Bertolt-Brecht-Strasse 30 in Nuremberg

At Enforce Tac, the UF PRO® booth will be located in Hall 10.1, Stand 831.

At IWA OutdoorClassics, the UF PRO® booth will be located in Hall 9, Stand 301.

Important Events

Enforce Tac is billed as a discreet international trade fair for command, control, and operational equipment used by security agencies. Event-goers are able to explore the latest trends in law enforcement, particularly police equipment, security gear, and tactical solutions.

IWA OutdoorClassics is touted as the leading international trade fair for hunting and shooting sports, outdoor equipment and equipment for use in civil and regulatory security. Attendees come to scrutinize

high-quality weapons and outdoor products, plus experience the newest in lightweight materials, comfort and enhanced features – such as those slated to be on display at the UF PRO® booth.

“We expect to cause quite a stir at the two back-to-back fairs with our latest tactical clothing innovations,” said Armin Wagner, UF PRO® head of product development. Among these innovations will be camoshield™, a state-of-the-art fabric technology that hides near-infrared and thermal infrared signatures by bringing the wearer’s surface temperature down to as little as 10 °C without compromising comfort.

Other UF PRO® favorites that will be exhibited include the company’s fire-and-forget Striker Combat gear range, P-40 combat pants collection, Delta cold-weather gear, Monsoon rain gear, Urban tactical clothing line, and an acclaimed group of pocket, pad, and strap systems.

“Everything you’ll see at our booth at both these outstanding fairs is built to perform under the toughest environmental conditions,” said Wagner. “Our products use world-class materials combined with innovative technologies. And, they are one and all made in Europe – a fact we are extremely proud of.”

Prize Drawing Forecast to Be a Hit

Wagner added that the shopping giveaway is also predicted to be a huge hit with attendees.

“To participate, attendees need only stop by our booth and fill out the short entry form,”

he said. “ One lucky contestant’s name will be picked at random just a little over a week after IWA,” he continued. “The winner will receive a special code to purchase free 300€ worth of UF PRO® gear at our online store.” Wagner said the UF PRO® team looks forward to these two vital trade fairs. “We wouldn’t miss them for the world,” he enthused.

For more information, visit UF PRO online at ufpro.com

The IWA Bingo Card

Tuesday, March 6th, 2018

The IWA Outdoor Classics is this week in Nuremberg, Germany. For those of unfamiliar, it’s the European equivalent of SHOT Show. This is a bingo card, developed specifically for the things you’ll see there.

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via www.germangunworks.com