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BLACKHAWK! Announces New Products for 2017

Friday, January 13th, 2017

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas (January 12, 2017) – BLACKHAWK!, an industry leader in tactical products, will launch several new products to dealers at booth 14551 at the 2017 Shooting Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show in Las Vegas, January 17 to 20.

The new BLACKHAWK! AR-15 No-latch Ambi Charging Handle is a drop-in upgrade to any AR-15. The handle is automatically held to the receiver with a leaf spring, eliminating the need to squeeze a small latch to charge the rifle. The innovative design gives full ambidexterious control, which is welcome news for left-handed shooters. The distinctive over-molded handle provides a larger pull point from both sides, easily clearing low-set optics.

Pistol-grip shotguns are renowned for their ease of handling and manipulation, though running rounds through them can take a physical toll. The BLACKHAWK! Knoxx BreachersGrip Gen III mitigates the wear-and-tear with a patent-pending recoil reduction system that mitigates kickback from the heavy loads. The ergonomic design allows the user to comfortably control the shotgun in every scenario.

The new Knoxx AR Pistol Grip improves shooting accuracy and precision with the ability to manipulate the firearm. Offering premium comfort and stability for the AR platform, the improved grip angle and palm swell offer an intuitive fit, and the grip is further improved by the textured surface.

Two new apparel items will also be added to the Spring 2017 BLACKHAWK! line-up. The Convoy ¼ Zip Shirt, and the Stretch Shield Pant. The new BLACKHAWK! Convoy ¼ Zip Shirt is made from a knit fabric and stretch cover stitching to allow for excellent range of motion. The,two-tone mélange pattern helps to minimize imprinting of a weapon and a Teflon Shield+ coating repels stains, oil and water. Chest and sleeve pockets allow for everyday item storage. The new BLACKHAWK! Stretch Shield pant features mechanical stretch rip stop fabric and articulated knees, and delivers maximum movement and flexibility. Teflon Shield+ protective coating and quick-dry capabilities keep this pant clean and comfortable. Bartacks and rivets at the seams reinforce high stress points, and strategically placed pockets allow for secure accessory storage.

Several new footwear items will also be available to dealers at SHOT. These items include two casual wear options, the Terrain Lo shoe and the Terrain mid boot. Both of these footwear options are ideal for both training and every day wear. Comfort and support are emphasized with these styles, which provide memory foam insole cushions and Agion antimicrobial lining to control odor.

Other boot options include:
-The BLACKHAWK! Defense, a military-grade boot that is AR 670-1 Compliant, includes a Vibram outsole for maximum traction and stability and an OrthoLite Insole to cushion the foot.
-The BLACKHAWK! Street is a versatile, comfortable boot with Lightweight 1000 Denier Padded Nylon to add reinforcement and extra stability.
-The Force boot features a HydroGuard + Breathe Right moisture wicking membrane that is both waterproof and breathable.
-The V3 boot’s quality construction starts from the ground up with a Vibram outsole and an OrthoLite Insole. The V3 goes on and off easily with the NATO Lace System. Plus there’s room to store small gear, such as a knife, in the Lycra Lateral Pocket.

BLACKHAWK!, a Vista Outdoor, Inc. brand, is committed to providing the best class of tactical gear. For more information, visit www.blackhawk.com.

Propper Celebrates 50 Years

Friday, January 13th, 2017

St. Charles, MO — Military and tactical gear and apparel company Propper International turns 50 this year. To honor the company’s strong history and its commitment to build upon that heritage, Propper is celebrating all year long with promotions and special events throughout 2017, starting with the launch of a redesigned website (propper.com), an iconic 50th Anniversary logoed badge and a brand new corporate video chronicling the company’s heritage and vision for the future.


Started in 1967 by William S. Propper, the company’s first contract was making the iconic white Dixie Cup hats for the US Navy. Over the next five decades, Propper grew to become the largest supplier of military BDUs and ACUs. Some of Propper’s many achievements over the years include:

• Over 120 million garments produced for the US military
• Over 30 million military personnel have worn Propper garments
• Over 8.1 million tops (combat shirts, ACU coats, jackets) to the US military
• Over 11.8 million trousers to the US military since 2001
• Over 1.5 million gloves to the US military since 1999
• Nearly 1 million ABUs and RABUs to the US Air Force
• Over 1.4 million coveralls to US military since 1998
• Over 260,000 Marine Corp ILBE Systems since 2003
• Over 260,000 USMC 3S 3-season sleep systems since 2009
• Over 1.2 million MOLLE bags, pouches, and accessories
• Over 1 million Gore-Tex units for Air Force, Army, Marine Corp, and Coast Guard since 2004
• Over 2 million FR sets (starting with the Marine Corp Frog combat shirt) since 2007
• Over 1 million MCCUU sets to the US military since 2004
• Over 500,000 ACUs to the US military since 2005

Building on its success as a military supplier, Propper added a commercial division in 1991 and today has a strong presence in the law enforcement and civilian tactical industries with offerings that include men’s and women’s tactical pants and shirts, jackets, boots, everyday carry bags, backpacks and a full selection of NIJ-rated concealed and tactical body armor, including the innovative 4PV 4-panel vest line.

To see the newly redesigned website and the complete line of products, visit propper.com/50th.

SureFire To Launch All-New XC2 Weaponlight At 2017 SHOT Show

Friday, January 13th, 2017

Fountain Valley, CA — SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest—and most innovative—illumination tools and tactical products, will be launching its brand-new XC2 at the 2017 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The XC2 is the next evolution of SureFire’s game changing, ultra-compact pistol lights and builds upon the success of its predecessor, the XC1. It features the same impressive 200-lumen output as the XC1, but also has a 635nm highly visible red-laser. The addition of this laser in conjunction with its 200-lumen white light, makes the XC2 the ultimate compact accessory for concealed-carry. The XC2’s momentary and constant-on switches also feature improved ergonomics, further improving the weaponlight’s overall performance.

Now those who carry concealed not only have the capability to positively identify threats, but also improved low-light target acquisition and the ability to fire from non-standard shooting positions.

To see the XC2, and other brand-new products by SureFire, stop by the SureFire booth (#13968), located on the second level of the main hall of the Sands Expo Center during the 2017 NSSF SHOT Show, January 17 – 20.

Team Wendy M-216 Ski Search & Rescue Helmet

Friday, January 13th, 2017

The M-216™ marks a return to ski helmet production for Team Wendy. The M-216™ is being released in 2017 in honor of Wendy Moore, the company’s namesake. Wendy tragically passed away following a traumatic brain injury suffered while skiing on Mammoth Mountain, CA in 1997.

The M-216™ is the first ever purpose built ski helmet to integrate tactical modularity and scalability. The helmet includes an integrated front shroud compatible with GoPro camera mounts and a variety of headlamps, as well as offering the capability to mount night vision and thermal optics for rescue operations. The side accessory rail was developed in collaboration with Princeton Tec®, for seamless low profile integration of a variety of their task lights (MPLS Point, Switch, and Switch Rail).

Other features include:
-Glass-reinforced polycarbonate shroud for mounting NOD’s, cameras and head lamps
-Hybrid shell design – ABS/PC copolymer hard front shell provides reinforcement for mounted accessories, and an in-mold PC rear shell reduces weight
-14 total vents: 8 crown (adjustable), 2 front (passive open), 4 rear (fixed open) for maximum cooling during high exertion rescues
-8 adjustable crown vents have three positions: full open, half open and full closed for completely on-the-fly user selectable comfort
-Above-goggle vent channels draw air through the helmet to the rear exhaust ports to reduce goggle fogging
Integrated goggle strap retention
-Liner System:
–Lightweight EPS impact liner with a removable and washable comfort liner
Meets ASTM F-2040-11 (Recreational snow sports) and EN 1077:2007 (Alpine skiing and Snowboarding)
–Ear padding was specifically designed to be comfortable while using in-ear communication systems, and includes a pocket for audio device compatibility
-Retention System:
–Customized Boa® Closure System for precise fit adjustment with single handed quick release
–Under the chin strap utilizes Fidlock® magnetic buckle closure for one handed operation even while wearing gloves
-Accessories:
–Attached accessory rails allow for mounting a variety of lights and cameras
–Included Picatinny Quick Release Rail Adapters allow tool free removal and attachment of any standard Picatinny mountable accessories
–Forward mounting position of the rail directly interfaces with Princeton Tec® MPLS Point, Switch, and Switch Rail lights to provide an extremely low profile, fully integrated task light
–Open area on the crown allows for mounting of cameras and beacon lights, including the MOHOC® military-optimized camera, and Core Survival HEL-STAR 6® multi-function light

We invite you to stop by our booth #8311 to see the new M-216™ and all our other new items to include the EXFIL® GEN II Ballistic Helmet, which will be 20% lighter than our current model and the Team Wendy Transit Pack by Mystery Ranch.

www.teamwendy.com

Anteris Alliance: A Pillar of Patriots!

Friday, January 13th, 2017

Anteris Alliance

anteris: (Latin) – noun – support, pillar, buttress
Anteris Alliance: an organizational network of outdoor 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!

Scottsdale, AZ (Jan 2017) – Anteris Alliance, LLC, brings together a network of manufacturers and service providers that are integrally dedicated to the mission field of our military veterans and first-responders. By joining arms with other companies in a formal network, Anteris Alliance generates and builds stakeholder partnerships providing discounts to its members by reducing overhead and further driving the ability of give back through company growth.

“When a company dedicated to our nation’s servicemen and women has a built-in percentage of sales that goes directly to the charities that support them, it only makes sense that the more successful that company is, and the greater its sales, the greater its ability to support those foundations,” states Casey Betzold – CEO of Anteris Alliance. “We recognize the best way for companies to make a difference is to vote with our dollar bills. Our goal is to generate support from the ground up, fostering company growth and increasing sales and services through greater exposure, events, and networking!”

The Alliance, already comprised of a large association of companies both in and out of the outdoor industry, has much planned for 2017, starting with the Try & Buy 2017 Distributor event happening January 15-16, at the Pro Gun Club, Las Vegas. This event will bring together the Alliance of corporate members to exhibit their products and services as they are intended to be used to buyers and media members in the outdoor network. Future events, which will benefit veteran and first responder charities, and will be open to the general public, are already being planned for March, April, May, and June of this year with more expected to be locked in soon. Watch for the next big event planned for March 25 at the Cowtown Range, just outside of Phoenix, AZ, hosted by Anteris Alliance corporate members Gnat Warfare, PD Warehouse, and Riton Optics! Advance ticket sales will go live online at www.anterisalliance.com soon!

Anteris Alliance focuses on several ways to generate increased support to great vet and first responder charities:

1. Build and utilize the Alliance to increase corporate member growth allowing them greater opportunity to maximize their give back (which is already a part of the fabric of their company).

2. Host and sponsor events which have a charity component tied to the event with between 50-100% of the generated proceeds going to the event’s selected charities.

3. Individual member platform offered to any patriot who wants to be part of the mission, and by attacking the mission from a business perspective, greater monies will be generated throughout the year allowing the Anteris Alliance to simply sit down and write some great donation checks to end out each year! Individual memberships can be purchased by emailing info@anterisalliance.com and are being offered in either annual or a limited number of lifetime memberships.

Anteris Alliance has also launched, via a partnership with Birdman Media – Patriot Edition, the Anteris Radio Network, which brings both a video and audio show to viewers and listeners alike to introduce them to the great company network members, awesome stories, and Veteran and First Responder VIPs! A full advertising package via the ARN is included in the annual corporate memberships! The podcast and YouTube channels can be accessed via: www.birdman.media/arn

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

Interested Patriots of all kinds to include Manufacturers, Service Providers, Dealers, and Individuals can visit www.anterisalliance.com for more details and follow Anteris Alliance on social media on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

SILYNX Announces the Releases New Additions to CLARUS PRO Line of In-The-Ear Hearing Protection Systems

Friday, January 13th, 2017

STERLING, Virginia– Silynx Communications, Inc. is pleased to announce the expansion of its CLARUS PRO line of in-ear electronic hearing protection and communications systems at SHOT Show 2017 in Las Vegas Nevada.

Whether the shooter is on the firing line or needing to take a phone call, the CLARUS PRO hearing protection products never must be removed. They are designed to solve hearing protection problems that the recreational shooter simply tolerated because there were no other options. Like their predecessor CLARUS PRO, the CLARUS PRO RECHARGE and CLARUS LITE are designed to be worn all day. They are ideal for range masters and trainers who are surrounded by high noise for extended periods.

Shooters invest thousands of dollars in their gun, their optics, their eyewear, their ammo, then they insert two cents worth of foam in their ears. It is time that they start investing in protecting their hearing as well. CLARUS PRO and LITE offer protection with hearing enhancement and comfort made for all day wear.

The CLARUS PRO LITE is a military grade in-ear electronic hearing protection enhancement system unlike any other in the industry. The CLARUS PRO LITE incorporates the same proprietary, high-grade electronics used in all its products while simplifying the feature set to make it ideal for competitive and recreational shooting.

The CLARUS PRO RECHARGE is powered by a lithium ion rechargeable battery. The CLARUS PRO RECHARGE is a military grade in-ear electronic hearing protection enhancement system that includes an auxiliary port for connecting to a smartphone, field radio, or other audio device. The in-line noise cancelling microphone ensures that your voice is heard even in noisy environments.

The CLARUS PRO LITE is offered at an MSRP of just $159.00, while the CLARUS RECHARGE is offered at an MSRP of only $269.00.

www.silynxcom.com

Vertx Announces Expansion to North American Sales Force

Friday, January 13th, 2017

Cincinnati, Ohio, January 10, 2017
Vertx®, a premier tactical and outdoor brand of apparel and gear, is proud to announce the expansion to their North American sales force with the addition of Joe A. Yorio and Justin Raney. The additions are a result of positive business growth for the brand and market demand for the unique line of Vertx apparel, uniforms and concealed carry bags and packs.

Joe A. Yorio assumes the role of Northeast Sales Representative for Vertx. In his role he will be responsible for growing the Vertx business in the Northeast Territory and serve as a personal liaison for dealers within that region. He will be both the product expert and the key contact for assigned dealers.

“Joe brings a wealth of industry knowledge and determination to our team,” says Darrel Morrow, Vice President of Vertx, “We know he will truly help the brand grow in his region and be a great asset to the dealers he works with. We’re excited to have him on board.”

Justin Raney assumes the role of Southeast Sales Representative for Vertx. In his role he will be responsible with growing the business in the Southeast Territory and be the key contact for dealers in the region. He will serve as the product expert in the region and coordinate all support for Vertx dealers in the Southeast.
“A deep understanding of Vertx products and a consistent sales record is what Justin brings to the team,” says Darrell Morrow, Vice President of Vertx, “Having worked with Justin as a brand representative previously, I am confident he will be an asset to the Vertx brand.”

www.vertx.com

Colt Announces Updated Combat Commander

Friday, January 13th, 2017

WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (January 12, 2017) – Colt continues to update and upgrade its product line with the release of the newly updated Combat Commander®. Designed for the 1911 enthusiast who wants something more compact for concealed carry, the Combat Commander® now features the same upgraded ergonomics as the Colt Lightweight Commander® and Colt Competition Pistol™.


“The Combat Commander® has always been a great carry firearm for self defense,” said Justin Baldini, Product Director for Colt. “What differentiates this updated model from its predecessor are the great features we’ve been rolling out on much of our line that shooters really enjoy. The new Combat Commander® features an upswept beavertail grip safety and undercut trigger guard to allow users to get good purchase on the grip, and our great Colt G10 grips. Felt recoil is lessened by our Dual Spring Recoil System™, which aids in shot recovery, keeping you on target in those critical moments. All that with a 4.25” barrel, which is .75” shorter than a standard Government Model®.”

The newly redesigned Combat Commander® features blued carbon steel construction, wide angled cocking serrations and Novak LoMount sights. It is available in 9mm (O4942XE) and .45 ACP (O4940XE), and has an MSPR of $949.

www.colt.com