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Edgar Brothers’ Tim Hill Appointed Bushnell Optics Product Manager

Thursday, January 31st, 2013

We received this press release from the Shooting Sports side of Edgar Brothers.

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Bushnell’s UK distributor, Edgar Brothers has appointed Tim Hill as Bushnell Optics Product Manager for the brand’s range of hunting and shooting sports optics.

Wiltshire-based Tim has worked as Edgar Brothers’ Area Sales Manager for the South of England for the past two years, and this exciting new role will be an additional responsibility. An optics specialist, Tim said he has always been very keen on Bushnell products: “Their range of riflescopes, trail cameras, laser range finders and binoculars are true market leaders. I am thrilled to be the brand representative and will liaise directly with Bushnell, Edgar Brothers internal personnel and retailers on technical data, sales and marketing initiatives.”

Bushnell has been the industry leader in high-performance optics for more than 60 years. Their guiding principle is to provide the highest quality, most reliable and affordable sports optics products on the market.

shootingsports.edgarbrothers.com

TM-EO From TNVC

Wednesday, January 30th, 2013

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The TNVC TM-EO is a low-profile mount that adapts the EOTech 3X Magnifier to the Aimpoint Twist Mount Base, allowing operators to add magnification to their red dot optic. It attaches to the EOTech 3X Magnifier via two included bolts and places it at a “tall mount” height (lower 1/3 cowitness). The Aimpoint Twist Mount System is a highly versatile QD mount for affixing various optics to a weapon through its spring-loaded base that stays semi-permanently attached to the weapon’s receiver while the mount interface stays attached to the optic accessory. When the user requires the optic, he can quickly to add it to the gun, and remove it when not needed. This lowers the profile of the overall weapon platform while reducing weight. The TNVC TM-EO marries products from the two top red dot manufacturers in the market, providing a very versatile option to the operator.

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Their TM-14 Twist Mount Adapter for the AN/PVS-14 night vision goggle has been a huge success. It allows two very useful optics to be swapped on the rifle: the Aimpoint 3X Magnifier and the AN/PVS-14 goggle. But, many users of EOTech products (a significant portion of the market) have not been able to embrace the TM14 because they would have to give up their magnifiers. But fear not, EOTech users; TNVC has you covered. Simply use the TNVC TM-EO and you can have the best of both worlds!

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www.TNVC.com

WASP CNVD – New from TNVC

Tuesday, January 29th, 2013

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Designed as an intermediate-range night sight, the WASP CNVD is a new Picatinny Rail compatible, Clip-On Night Vision Device offered by TNVC, Inc. Offering clear night vision between 4X and 12X, the WASP CNVD produces relies on a 70mm Catadioptric Lens System that operates at an incredibly fast f/1.14 speed. According to TNVC, the image quality rivals that of most clip-on sights on the market at powers below 10X.

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Clip-On Night Sights are preferred by most operators for their versatility, being able to attach to multiple weapon platforms while producing less bulk and weight in the field compared to having to carry a complete night vision-equipped rifle on top of the shooter’s primary. The WASP CNVD is factory aligned to hold 0.5 MOA or better. Repeatability is achieved through the use of a Larue Tactical LT105 Quick Detach Mount. The WASP CNVD is powered by a single CR123A Lithium Battery in an O-Ring sealed compartment making the device weather resistant to rain and snow.

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The WASP CNVD is available in two image intensifier tube configurations. The ITT Gen3 PINNACLE Tube version is warranteed up to/including 7.62 NATO while the L-3 OMNI VIII MilSpec Contract Tube Version is warranteed up to/including .50 BMG. The WASP CNVD comes complete with a custom padded MOLLE pouch, Light Shield, Operator Manual, Quick Reference Card, Lens Cleaning Tissue, and Tube Data Sheet.

PHYSICAL SPEC
Dimensions: 6.38”(L) x 3.82”(W) x 3.38”(H)
Weight (w/o batteries): 27.5 oz
Center of Rear Optic: 1.49” (above rail)
Max Height: 3.08” (above rail)
Power: One (1) CR123A 3Volt Battery
Weapon Mount: Throw Lever-Type QD Mount
Operating Temperature: -40 F (-40 C) to 124 F (51 C)
Storage Temperature: -60 F (-51 C) to 160 F (71 C)
Submersion: None, Water Resistant

SYSTEM SPEC
Generation: Gen3 U.S. ITT PINNACLE and L-3 OMNI VIII Versions Available
Resolution: 3.2 cy/mr (Min), 3.5 cy/mr (Typ)
Signal to Noise: 21 (Minimum)
HALO: 1.0 (Max)

OPTICAL SPEC
Optimum Magnification: 3x to 12x
Magnification: 1x (Unity)
Focus Range: 5 m to Infinity
Field of View: 12°
Objective Lens: Focal Length 80mm
Objective Lens f/Number: f/1.14
Output Optic Exit Pupil Diameter: 36 mm

BORESIGHT SPEC
Accuracy: Factory Aligned to ½ MOA or Better
Adjustments: None
Repeatability: Within ½ MOA

DETECT MAN
Starlight, Low Contrast: 770 m
Starlight, High Contrast: 1080 m
¼ Moonlight, Low Contrast: 1100 m
¼ Moonlight, High Contrast: 1400 m

FACIAL ID RANGES
Starlight, Low Contrast: 75 m
Starlight, High Contrast: 110 m
¼ Moonlight, Low Contrast: 120 m
¼ Moonlight, High Contrast: 135 m

WASP Clip-On RECOIL RATINGS
ITT Tube: Up to/Including .308 (7.62x51mm NATO)
L-3 Tube: Up to/Including .50 BMG

TNVC.com

Geissele Automatics SHOT Show Follow Up

Tuesday, January 29th, 2013

In this week’s Canipe Correspondence, he mentioned four new products from Geissele Automatics. Fortunately, our friend SMG Lee took some great photos of these items.

Geissele SMR MKIV rail. I was an early adopter of the Geissele hand guard for the HK416, and I have a few each of the MKI and MKII rails for the AR series. The MKIV version utilizes a lightened barrel nut and a slimmed down hand guard that is skeletonized to remove all unneeded material, while still maintaining the strength the previous variants are known for. It has fixed rails at the front where you need them, QD cups for sling attachment, and is trimmed down for a low profile and firm grip everywhere else. They also showed a new gas block that will be my new standard, and a Glock optic mount and magazine well under their ALG brand. Look for those soon as well.

First off is the new gas block.

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Here you can compare the new Mk IV rail with the Super Rail released last year.

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And here it is from the top.

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SMG Lee had this to say about the new rail –

Few points of interest…
1. the enlarged cooling slots are to reduce weight while not giving up any rigidity
2. the new collar for the lock bolts are design to be foolproof, so if you happen to strip the threads on the locking collar, you can always have it replaced instead of having to replace the entire rail.
3. the light weight barrel nut has been through a patented anodizing process that is only used in high friction automotive components, this process enable Geissele to produce a lighter and more durable end product.
4. Build in sling QD swivel points
5. Relief cuts all around the rail to lighten even more weight.
6. the rail to receiver interface are redesigned to maintain the rigid interface but at the same time reduce more weight.

Overall, this is one of the BEST rail design i have seen in a long time, it is definitely worth your investment for your next carbine build.

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Next up is the new 6 Second Mount named, according to SMG Lee, by a…

unit that conduct a lot of hostage rescue work. this was requested for work in long and confined hallway such as a fuselage….6 second to get in and engaged and eliminate threat on demand…..

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And here is the new Magwell.

Geisele Magwell

Geisele Magwell

geissele.com

SHOT Show – BROWE Sport Optic

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2013

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The 4×32 BROWE SPORT Optic (BSO) is a purpose designed and built optic for AR-style rifles that is a non-powered alternative to the BROWE Combat Optic (BCO). It features a housing machined from solid Billet 6061-T6 Aluminum combined with SCHOTT Glass, and FLIR etched mirror reticle. It’s also waterproof and fog proof. The new Sport Optic also fits all the accessories offered for the 4×32 BCO.

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The BSO’s most interesting feature is the battery free, Rechargeable Illumination Technology (RIT) reticle, which is environmentally friendly and non toxic. It’s kind of like using your flashlight to charge your cat eyes on your PC before a patrol. So basically, you charge it for about 15 seconds before you use it in low light. Notice it’s a SPORT optic there race fans. So no, it’s not designed for combat use. Not if you have to stop and charge it up before you use it.

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This graphic will give you an idea of what the reticle looks like during day and at night while charged and glowing.

BSO Reticle

www.browe-inc.com

Check Out Global Defense Initiatives’ New P-ROM L-Model at SHOT Show

Monday, January 14th, 2013

GDI Mount

Global Defense Initiatives (GDI), manufacturers of mount interface devices for use with optical, laser aiming, illumination, night vision and thermal imaging systems, will be showcasing their latest line of optic mounts. GDI’s newest mount, the P-ROM L-Model (Rifle Optic Mount) is for use with 35mm telescopic optics. It joins their 35mm P-ROM L-Model currently available for 30mm & 34mm telescopic optics in both 0MOA and 25MOA base cant models. Previously working exclusively with U.S. Military units for over 10 years, the company is now bringing their products to civilian shooters through retail and wholesale distribution channels.

Be sure to check out Global Defense Initiatives (GDI). They will be sharing a booth with Rifles Only, Inc # 20536.

Still Don’t Think You Need a Hoplite Focus Ring from Phokus Research Group?

Sunday, January 13th, 2013

The Hoplite is a simple patented hinged aperture control that mounts in place of the NVG’s sacrificial lens and allows the user to switch between near and far focus at a simple flick.

Maybe these will help change your mind.

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Meet Larry Vickers in Aimpoint Booth at SHOT Show

Friday, January 11th, 2013

Meet Larry Vickers, star of range and screen in the Aimpoint Booth #14573, daily from 10:30am – 12:00pm Tuesday – Friday.

Vickers at SHOT Show