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Wes Doss Joins Panteao Instructors

Thursday, December 8th, 2016

New Instructor at Panteao Productions

Columbia, SC, December 7, 2016 – Panteao Productions is happy to announce an addition to the Panteao instructor lineup. Panteao will be introducing new videos with instructor Wes Doss, Founder, President, & General Operating Manager of Khyber Interactive Associates, LLC,.

Wes is an internationally recognized firearms, tactics, and use of force instructor with over 30 years of military & law enforcement experience, as well as significant operational time with both military & law enforcement tactical operations & protective service organizations. His real-world experience taught him first hand that there is more to prevailing in austere situations than merely pressing a trigger, and understanding the why as much as the how is crucial to overcoming high demand violent conditions. Putting years of experience, both domestic and abroad to use, Wes has worked to cultivate training methodologies that are safe, efficient and most importantly relevant to the world around us.

Wes is also a published author, with numerous articles in various publications, such as American Hand gunner, American Cop, Police Magazine, Law Officer, SWAT magazine, ASLET “The Trainer”, and The NTOA “Tactical Edge”. Wes is also the author of the bestselling books “Train to Win”, and “Condition to Win” both are training psychology/philosophy books focused on law enforcement and military trainers and professionals.

“I had heard great things about Wes from others in the training community. Then one of our instructors, Freddie Blish, introduced me to Wes,” said Fernando Coelho, President of Panteao Productions. Fernando added, “Wes brings a new perspective to our instructor cadre that will be a great benefit to the viewers of our training videos.”

The first two video titles with Panteao from Wes Doss are currently in pre-production and are scheduled to be filmed in February 2017. For more info on Wes and his company, Khyber Interactive Associates, you can visit his websites at: www.KHYBERTRAINING.com and www.LSLUSTOUR.com.

You can find his page on the Panteao website here: panteao.com/instructors/wes-doss

Faxon Firearms Announces Expansion of MuzzLok with Two New Muzzle Devices

Thursday, December 8th, 2016

(CINCINNATI, OH) – Faxon Firearms, incessant innovators in the firearms industry, is pleased to announce the release of two new MuzzLok® muzzle devices, the GUNNER 3-Port Muzzle Brake and FLAME Tri Prong Flash Hider. Available for order today, the new muzzle devices expand upon Faxon’s originally invented MuzzLok® system which has included the LOUDMOUTH single-port brakes. MuzzLok® muzzle devices do not require crush washers to mount and time a device.

The GUNNER and FLAME are duty-ready in any condition. Both muzzle devices are manufactured from gun-barrel quality steel and QPQ salt bath nitride finished to match our barrels, maximize durability, and increase corrosion resistance.

The GUNNER 3-Port Muzzle Brake was designed by Faxon’s competition shooting staff to blend usability, versatility, and recoil reduction. For all barrel lengths, the GUNNER reduces recoil by more than 50%. Changing objectives, the FLAME flash hider virtually eliminates secondary ignitions at the muzzle, making muzzle flash nearly nonexistent.

“We are thrilled to be expanding the MuzzLok® line of products with the GUNNER and FLAME devices. Both meet shooters’ objectives for versatility and recoil or flash reduction,” said Nathanial Schueth, Director of Sales & Product Development. “The GUNNER and FLAME for 5.56 are just the first of many more devices to come using MuzzLok® technology.”

The two muzzle devices are designed for employment on 5.56 NATO / .223 Remington weapon systems. Both feature concentric 1/2×28 TPI threads for matching up to any commonly threaded barrel. Retail for both is set at $59.99, including the MuzzLok® nut. The GUNNER and FLAME are available directly from Faxon and shipping soon to Faxon’s dealer network.

Muzzle Device Specifications:

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GUNNER 3 Port Muzzle Brake:

Material: Gun Barrel Quality Steel
Finish:  QPQ Salt Bath Nitride
Thread:  1/2″-28 TPI
Weight:  2.9 ounces w/ MuzzLok Nut
Length:  2.4 inches w/ MuzzLok Nut
Diameter:  0.9″
Caliber:  .223/5.56 

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FLAME Tri Prong Flash Hider:

Material: Gun Barrel Quality Steel
Finish:  QPQ Salt Bath Nitride
Thread:  1/2″-28 TPI
Weight:  3.36 ounces w/ MuzzLok Nut
Length:  2.6 inches w/ MuzzLok Nut
Diameter:  0.9″
Caliber:  .223/5.56 

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Vertx Announces All-Expenses Paid “Ultimate Hog Hunting Safari” Giveaway for SHOT Show 2017

Thursday, December 8th, 2016

Cincinnati, Ohio (December 2016) – Vertx®, a premier tactical and outdoor brand of apparel and gear, in conjunction with Last Shadow, is pleased to announce the 2017 SHOT Show Giveaway Package. The package includes an all-expenses paid, 3 day 2 night experience for 2 to the best helicopter hog hunting and aerial gunnery experiences in Texas. The package valued at over $10,000 includes three unique experiences- a nighttime ground hog hunt with nods and thermals, a 2 hour helicopter hog hunt and a nighttime bow fishing experience.“On behalf of the Vertx team, we’re very excited to offer such a unique experience,” says Darrell Morrow, Vice President of Vertx. “Much like the brand itself, our giveaway represents our objective of innovating in all aspects of our business with input from end users. The experience we’re offering is a testament to that objective. I’m proud to partner with Last Shadow, a great organization, on this giveaway.”

For the nighttime ground hunt, Last Shadow will provide you and your guest with the latest night vision and thermal optic equipment and train you to use it- you will then traverse the Texas landscape in search of hogs. The helicopter hog hunt is one of the most popular hunting experiences in the world. Hunting hogs from a helicopter doesn’t compare to anything else. Last Shadow offers riveting hunts in the best location on earth to hunt destructive pigs. This activity helps end the devastation of prized Texas farmland. The package includes use of guns and unlimited ammo.

“I have been a Vertx customer for a number of years and know they have a great product line,” says Barrett Blume, Owner of Last Shadow. “That’s why I was excited for the opportunity to work with them on their 2017 SHOT Show giveaway. The experience that we have built with the Vertx team is one that will truly be unique and remembered by the winner.”

To read the Terms and Conditions and enter the giveaway please visit www.vertx.com/lastshadow for (1) entry or visit the Vertx booth at SHOT Show 2017 (Booth 126) for (5) entries.

The Veterans Family of Brands: VFOB Try & Buy event

Wednesday, December 7th, 2016

The Veterans Family of Brands (VFOB), an organization bringing together like mission-minded companies, and individuals with a passion for supporting US Military and First Responder Veterans and their families through the manufacture and market insertion of top quality products and services!


Minden, NV. (May 2016) – What if every time you purchased an outdoor product, you were supporting Veterans and their families? The Veterans Family of Brands, LLC. The VFOB is holding a Try & Buy Distributor show event at The Pro Gun Club, Boulder City, NV, just south of the Las Vegas strip, on 15-16 Jan, just prior to the kick off of the 2017 SHOT show. This event brings together exhibitors from VFOB as well as friends of VFOB for a unique event! There are still some tables and a couple range slots left for exhibitors who would like to demonstrate their wares to outdoor industry buyers and industry and national media! Interested exhibitors can contact us at info@veteransfob.com for more info. Very few spots remain! The event is free to industry media and buyers, but RSVP is required to be put on the list as only buyers and media will be allowed to attend. RSVP to info@veteransfob.com.

Check out some footage from our last distributor show which was hosted by VFOB company, Axelson Tactical last spring!

Many VFOB VIPs will be on hand to meet you, and work with you on the range!
Navy SEAL Veteran – Jared Ogden – CEO of VFOB corporate member Triumph – Systems
Navy SEAL Veteran – Master Chief Ron “Reaper 01” Bellan – CEO of VFOB corporate member Reaper Outdoors.
Army Ranger Hall of Famer & Green Beret – Chief Gary O’Neal – Author of American Warrior and spokesperson for VFOB corporate member Frontier Tactical
Navy SEAL Veteran – Charlie Melton – CEO of VFOB trainer and dealer Charlie Mike Precision, and Master Sniper Trainer who trained greats such as Chris Kyle, Marcus Luttrell, and many more!
Youth competitive shooting phenom – Miss Kyleigh Hayworth – sponsored 3 gun shooter by the VFOB!
Navy SEAL “Frogman” Veteran – Dwight Settle – CEO of VFOB corporate member SEAL 1, LLC
25+ year Veteran of the FBI – Mr. Will Long – CEO of VFOB corporate member LCG Tactical and many more Patriots and Veterans of our military and first responder corps!!!

VFOB partner distributor Wingspan Distributors will be on hand to assist Dealers with their 2017, stocking orders after they get a chance to get out on the range to try products and meet with VFOB and Friends of VFOB companies! Please check out the Events tab at www.veteransfob.com for a full list of exhibitors!

VFOB will also be hosting a reception Monday night at The Foundation Room – in Mandalay Bay hotel and casino starting at 8:30pm! This event will be open to all who attend the event. Please be sure to pick up your exclusive invite at the info table on site!

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

Interested Manufacturers, Dealers, and Individuals can visit www.veteransfob.com for more details and follow VFOB on social media at Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

SOTECH Celebrates 20 Years Launching Its Bravo Bag Sale

Wednesday, December 7th, 2016

This December, SOTECH is running a series of events leading up to our 20 year anniversary on 1 January 2017! We begin with the debut of SOTECH’s 3 Day Assault Pack A1 Bravo which we are abbreviating to call it the Bravo Bag. It is launching just in time for Christmas. To celebrate the holidays and the launch of our new Bravo bag we are extending a special introductory price of only $99, that’s 30% off! Bag is 100% Made in the USA with US materials and like everything we make BUILT TO SURVIVE THE WORLD’S WORST.

20 years in business is just another anniversary to large corporations, but to a small business – a service disabled veteran owned small business, that 20 year milestone means a lot. We intend to do our best to thank our customers and supporter who helped SOTECH to make it this far, so stay tuned as we get closer to January 1st!

Key Features:
* Constructed of 500 Denier Cordura® Nylon
* Front facing zipper pocket, ideal for such items such as tablets, keys, wallets, etc.
* Rear zipper compartment accommodates up to 15.5″ laptops
* Breathable spacer mesh backing
* Interior sleeve accommodates laptops, files and other slim items
* Interior female Velcro® for add-on tearaway Velcro® pouches
* Volume: 20 liters
* Lifetime Warranty
* Made in the USA with US Materials

Overall Dimensions: 19″ x 11″ x 6″

Order yours ASAP in order to guarantee it for Christmas delivery.

Get your Bravo Pack Here.

Kinetic Development Group Announces New Modular Optics Mount

Monday, December 5th, 2016

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The new KDG Modular Optic Mount is based off the proven Sidelok family of quick detach optic mounts, and features the same user-friendly, toolless design. KDG set out to design a Sidelok mount for all common, tube-style optics that will offer more user-configurable options than what is currently available from competing QD mounts. The Modular Optic Mount currently comes in three configurations, with ring sizes for 1”, 30mm and 34mm tubes.

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The lightweight aluminum mount uses KDG’s Sidelok (pat. pending) cam lock system to attach to all picatinny rails instantly. With zero tools needed to attach the mount, the user simply rocks their optic onto the chosen mounting space, and down onto the rail. Once pressed down, the Modular Optic Mount self-locks, and the optic can be zeroed in the usual fashion. Removal is equally fast, and can be accomplished with one hand even while wearing gloves. The front located release button has a smaller, recessed secondary lock, which must be deliberately pressed in and to the rear to facilitate removal. The Sidelok system makes it virtually impossible to accidentally engage the release, and its cam lock system ensures a secure grasp on various sized (and some out of spec) picatinny rails. This equates to a fast, easy means of removing and attaching optics while retaining an absolute return to zero. 

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The mount is offered with a user removable cantilever bar, in which the rings securely mount. This bar runs parallel to the weapon’s bore, and is ideal for all semi and fully automatic carbines, rifles and DM style firearms. KDG plans to release a separate 20 MOA bar in the future, for those that might require the added elevation for particular optic or application. 

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The matched front and rear rings are CNC machined, and wire EDM cut to be as precisely concentric as possible. The upper and lower ring remain matched for the duration of its production, and feature witness marks for assembly in the form of recessed dots. This allows the user to match the proper ring to its base, and ensure the mount is as truly aligned as possible. The rings themselves can be adjusted forward or back to the user’s preference, to avoid interference with large front objective bells, turret adjustment knobs, and rear magnification adjustment collars. The rings themselves bolt into a track system to facilitate this adjustment. The same track system allows the user to purchase and install separate rings in the future, should they decide to change to an optic with a larger or smaller diameter tube. This feature will save the shooter or organization money, as the majority of cost is in the base of the unit. 

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The Modular Optic Mount is now available to order on Kinetic Development Group’s website, and from authorized dealers. The 1”, 30mm, and 34mm mounts come with all hardware and instructions needed for immediate assembly, and will fit nearly all popular magnified optics currently on the market. With an MSRP of $224.99, the Modular Optic Mount just might be the last mount you ever need to buy. For more information, please check out kineticdg.com.

Plenty of Saved Weight for Accessories – Bushmaster Introduces the Minimalist-SD

Saturday, December 3rd, 2016

Huntsville, AL – Bushmaster Firearms International (“BFI”) is proud to announce today, its latest modern sporting rifle offering – the Minimalist-SD. The Minimalist provides exceptional accuracy, reliability and performance in a rifle that is highly featured, lightweight and economical.

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The Bushmaster Minimalist-SD is available chambered in 5.56mm NATO (91056) and 300 AAC Blackout (90924). Both chamberings are offered with a MSRP of $1,169.

Bushmaster Minimalist-SD Feature and Benefits:

Overall Average Weight 6lbs – Perfect for all shooters and plenty of saved weight for accessories.
16-inch, lightweight, 4150 FNC treated barrel – For easy handling without compromising barrel life or ammo compatibility
Rifle Length AAC Square Drop Handguard – For fast solid attachment of KeyMod accessories at seven different angles
ALG Defense Advanced Combat Trigger (ACT) – Consistent, smooth 5.5-pound trigger pull
Mission First Tactical Minimalist Stock – Comfortable and versatile with QD cup and rounded rubber buttpad
Mission First Tactical Grip and Magazine – High-quality furniture and magazine with similar styling

91056 – BFI Minimalist-SD 556 Specifications
Mag Capacity – 30
Barrel Length – 16″
Twist Rate – 1:8″
Overall Length – 35″
Upper Receiver – A3 Flattop
Barrel Material – 4150
Barrel Finish – FNC
Barrel Contour – Lightweight
Avg. Weight – 6lbs

90924 – BFI Minimalist-SD 300 BO Specifications
Mag Capacity – 30
Barrel Length – 16″
Twist Rate – 1:7″
Overall Length – 35″
Upper Receiver – A3 Flattop
Barrel Material – 4150
Barrel Finish – FNC
Barrel Contour – Heavy
Avg. Weight – 6.3lbs

Nightforce Optics Designates Frederick Karl to Lead Marketing

Friday, December 2nd, 2016

Nightforce Optics, Inc., has named Frederick Karl as Strategic Marketing Manager. Fred brings with him extensive experience in product development and marketing in multiple categories of products within the outdoor, military and firearms markets.

“We are very pleased to have Fred join Nightforce to lead our marketing team,” said Gordon Myers, Director of Sales and Marketing. “With his experience as a marketer and developer of product ideas, he matches our capability as an organization in bringing innovative products to professionals and consumers alike. We are excited to have him help us build the next stage of Nightforce’s product brand.”

Fred commented, “Nightforce is known as the most dependable and rugged brand in optics; and to be able to bring that message to consumers is fantastic. I am thrilled to be a part of such a committed team that delivers premium product to loyal customers throughout the world.”

Recently with CRKT, as Brand Manager, Fred was instrumental in developing and launching the Ruger Knives program. His background also includes companies like Crimson Trace and Gerber Blades, where he honed his industry experience in marketing, product development, design and strategic planning. He has an excellent blend of experience of working with, and communicating to, military, tactical and hunting customers that are at the core of Nightforce’s brand.

Fred will have responsibility for the Nightforce brand and engaging Nightforce’s high-level consumers domestically and throughout the world. In addition to leading the marketing team he will be responsible for strategic planning, coordinating product launches and supporting the sales team and their customers. Fred commented, “I am looking forward to build on such a formidable product brand and reaching more shooting enthusiasts.”

A graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology in New York with a degree in product design, Fred joins the company with more than twenty years of product development and marketing experience.

www.nightforceoptics.com