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Chiappa Firearms – X-Caliber Shotshell-To-Cartridge Inserts Now Available Individually

Tuesday, June 7th, 2016

I get a lot of email regarding availability of different caliber inserts for shotguns. Now, Chiappa is offering them individually rather than just as a full kit add-on to their firearms.


Chiappa Firearms is now offering the versatile, easy to use X-Caliber shotshell-to-cartridge inserts individually.

Formerly only available as a complete set, shooters can now buy whichever inserts best fit their cartridge preferences and needs.

X-Caliber shotshell-to-cartridge inserts are available for both 12ga and 20ga and add unparalleled versatility to any break-action shotgun.

Easy To Use

X-Caliber adapters are simple and quick to use. Simply insert the adapter into the appropriate 12ga or 20ga chamber with the “rim” of the insert lined up with the shotgun’s extractor. The shotgun is now ready to shoot the cartridge or smaller bore shotshell as designated by the insert.

Shoot Readily Available Ammo

X-Caliber adapters are available in both 12 gauge and 20 gauge.

12 gauge adapters are available to shoot: 20ga, 410ga/45COLT, 45ACP, 44MAG, 40S&W, 357MAG/38SPL, 9MM, 380ACP

20 gauge adapters are available to shoot: 410ga/45COLT, 45ACP, 357MAG/38SPL, 9MM

chiappafirearms.com

Pledge, Practice, Promote, Firearms Safety: GLOCK Launches Firearms Safety Pledge Drive

Tuesday, June 7th, 2016

SMYRNA, Ga. – Today, GLOCK, Inc. launched the annual GLOCK Safety Pledge Drive with the chance to win a 30th Anniversary pistol by helping to spread the word about firearms safety.


Make the pledge on the GLOCK Safety page and earn an entry for a custom engraved 30th Anniversary Pistol. Earn more entries by sharing and spreading the word about firearms safety on the GLOCK Safety Pledge page here us.glock.com/safetypledge.

GLOCK actively works year-round to promote firearms safety across the United States. We proudly join a community of law enforcement, community leaders, businesses, and the firearms industry to raise public awareness about reducing firearm incidents. The responsibility of practicing and promoting firearms safety is an ongoing and everyday commitment. Firearms safety is intrinsically worked into every facet of the company’s ethos, from product design to community outreach.

“Everything we do at GLOCK revolves around safety,” said Josh Dorsey, VP of Sales at GLOCK. “From the three safeties built into the product design, to annual donations that support shooting programs that promote safety, to community outreach such as this annual drive. Safety is at the core of all things GLOCK and it is the responsibility of us all to pledge, practice, and promote firearms safety.”

The 2016 GLOCK Safety Ambassador of the Year award will be announced live on June 30th, on the GLOCKLive original series, Train with Shane. The recognition is given to the organization or individual that spreads the firearms safety message by driving the most GLOCK pledges to the site using #GLOCKSafety. Previous GLOCK Safety Ambassador of the Year awards includes, The Well Armed Woman, in 2016, and the Marietta Police Departmentin 2014.

Pledge. Make your pledge to handle firearms responsibly and commit to firearms safety every day.

Practice. Follow the 4 Basic Rules of Firearms Safety and always use protective gear for your eyes and ears while shooting or around shooting.

Promote. Share the rules of firearms safety with your friends and family.

4 Basic Rules of Firearms Safety

1. Treat all firearms as if they are loaded.

2. Never point the muzzle at anything you are not willing to destroy.

3. Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the target and you are ready to fire.

4. Be sure of your target and what’s beyond it.

“Pledge, Practice, and Promote Firearms Safety. Today and every day.” – R. Lee Ermey, “The Gunny”, GLOCK Spokesperson

UF PRO To Exhibit At Eurostatory

Tuesday, June 7th, 2016

Trzin, 06.06.2016. UF PRO® are going to exhibit their newest product range at this year’s Eurosatory exhibition in Paris. Visit them in hall 6, stand D287.

For the 25th time, the world’s defence industry will gather at the Eurosatory exhibition which will take place from 13th to 17th June at Parc des Expositions in Paris- Nord- Villepinte.

UF PRO® are also going to be present in Paris, where they are going to showcase besides their current products, the new Delta OL 3.0 Suit and the Delta Blizzard Suit in snow camouflage.

Of course, the new generation of the Striker XT BDU, Monsoon Jackets and the new Stealth Smocks are also going to be displayed.

So make sure to visit the UF PRO® booth in hall 6, stand D287.

If you want to book a meeting with the UF PRO® team at this year ?s Eurosatory exhibition, simply write an e-mail to ufpro@ufpro.si.

Find out more about Eurosatory here: www.eurosatory.com

Aviation Specialties Unlimited Offers Limited Time GSA Special On Ecliptus

Thursday, June 2nd, 2016

Ecliptus GIF_03

(BOISE, IDAHO– May 27, 2016) GSA customers can now capture the night with the new Ecliptus, night vision GoPro camera and for a very limited time, below the micropurchase limit for Government Card Holders. The Ecliptus will be available for $3,495—a $2,000 discount—during the month of June by Aviation Specialties Unlimited, Inc. (ASU) a Boise, Idaho-based night vision company on GSA Contract GS-07F-0345J.

“We have received great feedback on the Ecliptus product,” said ASU President Jim Winkel. “The Ecliptus is rugged, lightweight, and affordable. Because the Ecliptus offers the unique combination of remote video recording with night vision capabilities using the GoPro HERO 4 camera, it is very appealing for law enforcement agencies, special task forces, search and rescue crews and numerous other public service organizations. The GSA special introductory pricing makes it even easier to purchase.”

The Ecliptus can record both day and night. This allows video documentation and still images for security, training, sporting, wildlife research and media production in extremely low light scenarios that were nearly impossible to document previously.

“We know that many agencies may need multiple Ecliptus camera systems, but this GSA introductory price will assure that at least the first one can be ordered without a lot of complications while also adhering to government buying guidelines. Once agencies see the value of our new product, we will work with them to arrange bulk orders, purchase orders, etc.”

The Ecliptus weighs less than one pound, is integrated with the GoPro HERO4 and captures images at 12 megapixels with a burst mode at 30 frames per second. It captures night vision images utilizing an AN/PVS-14 objective lens, records in ultra-high definition (4X HD), and stores these images using a 16 GB SD card. Images and video can also be viewed in real time using WiFi-enabled smart devices. The camera modes can be controlled using the GoPro button controls and optionally from remote mobile devices. The MSRP of the new Ecliptus is $5,499.

For more information about the introductory price, to obtain specification on the Ecliptus or for assistance placing an order visit www.asu-nvg.com/ecliptus or call 208-426-8117.

Colt Introduces Updated Models for Summer 2016 – Colt Delta Elite, Colt Defender, 9mm Colt Combat Unit Rail Gun, and 9mm Stainless Colt Rail Gun

Thursday, June 2nd, 2016

WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (June 1, 2016) – Building on the momentum achieved in early 2016 with the release of the Colt Competition Pistol, Colt Combat Unit Rail Gun, and Colt Expanse M4, Colt wastes no time in updating its current handgun lineup. Updated models include the Delta Elite and Defender which have been thoroughly revised, and the Colt Combat Unit Rail Gun and stainless steel Rail Gun which are now offered in 9mm.

Colt Defender O7800XE

“Long before I came to Colt I bought a Defender, which I love,” said Paul Spitale, Senior VP at Colt. “I quickly realized that there were a few things about it that kept it from being perfect for concealed carry, so when I came to Colt early last year that was a project that was very important to me.” The Defender is now offered in two finishes: the stainless steel model is available only in .45 ACP and features the same brushed stainless steel slide, stainless Cerakote coated aluminum receiver, and three dot sight structure as the outgoing model but now feature custom Colt G10 grips and a carry cut on the front of the slide for ease of concealment. The new black and blued model offers all the upgrades of the stainless model, as well as a blued carbon steel slide and black Cerakote coated aluminum receiver, a Tritium front night sight and blacked out rear Novak low mount carry sight for ease of target acquisition, and the option either of 9mm or .45 ACP. MSRP on the stainless model is unchanged at $899, while the upgraded black and blued model is offered at $949.

Colt Delta Elite O2020XE

The Delta Elite has always been the choice of enthusiasts who want the stopping power of 10mm in a genuine Colt 1911 platform pistol. “Although it was developed for tactical applications that require more power in a reliable package, nowadays the Delta Elite is for the outdoorsman who’s hunting medium sized game and wants a powerful handgun for when things get up-close,” said Justin Baldini, Product Director at Colt. “So we took the existing model and added modernized features that not only pay homage to its tactical heritage, but also make it an outstanding package for hunting or personal defense.” The redesigned Delta Elite features an upswept beavertail grip safety, extended thumb safety, composite stocks with Delta medallions, and Novak white dot sights. MSRP is unchanged at $1,099

Lastly, the Colt Rail Gun line has been updated to include 9mm versions of both the stainless steel Rail Gun and Colt Combat Unit Rail Gun. “Colt offering a Rail Gun in 9mm is a perfect example of us listening to what our customers want,” said Spitale. “The accessory rail allows for secure mounting of a tactical light while also providing excellent balance for the shooter. Add to that the combination of 9mm and our Dual Spring Recoil System, and the recoil is greatly reduced making for a very pleasurable shooting experience.” The standard stainless Colt Rail Gun has an MSRP of $1,199, and the Colt Combat Unit Rail Gun has an MSRP of $1,499.

www.colt.com

Caracal USA Expands To Boise

Wednesday, June 1st, 2016

Caracal Opens U.S. Offices For North American Sales And Marketing Operations

BOISE, ID – Caracal today announced that it has established offices in Boise, Idaho for its North American sales, marketing and business operations in a move designed to better serve customers and position Caracal for long-term growth in the United States firearms industry. Caracal USA offices are located at 6051 West Corporal Lane in Boise, Idaho 83704. The facility will provide Caracal USA with 2,679 square feet of combined office and warehouse space.

President of Caracal USA Christopher Sirois said “This is history in the making.” In January Caracal announced a partnership with Wilcox Industries in Newington, New Hampshire to manufacture Caracal products for the first time in the United States.

“The opening of Caracal USA offices in Idaho further signifies Caracal’s commitment to provide products and services to customers in the United States and demonstrates our considerable progress to date,” said Director of Marketing Jae Gillentine.

“With offices up and running at the New Hampshire manufacturing facility and now with the Boise, Idaho operations office, Caracal is centralized to both our materials and suppliers for manufacturing, and our customers for after sale care and support. We are pleased to be able to offer a true product support mechanism to the U.S. market,” said Caracal USA Vice President of Operations Jeffrey Spalding.

Gun related industries are thriving in Idaho, which reportedly hosts at least 180 firearms and ammunition makers. In 2015, USA Today ranked the City of Meridian, located just outside of Boise, as the best city in the United States to live in.

Galco Gunleather Announces Multiple Holsters For The M&P .45 Shield

Tuesday, May 31st, 2016

PHOENIX, Spring 2016

Galco Gunleather is excited to introduce multiple holster fits for the new Smith & Wesson M&P Shield in .45 ACP! Galco worked closely with S&W prior to the Shield .45’s highly successful introduction at the 2016 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Louisville. For the new pistol, Galco is pleased to offer a pair of its best-selling inside the waistband holsters, the Stow-N-Go and the Tuck-N-Go, the popular Pocket Protector, and two of its finest belt holsters, the Stinger and Side Snap Scabbard.

Not only that, Galco also offers eight women’s holster handbags, the versatile Underwraps belly band, and three day planners for the instantly-popular Shield .45!

With holsters for multiple carry methods and multiple price points, Galco can help outfit Shield .45 owners with the highest-quality American-made gunleather. Visit Galco’s website today and see the complete line of holsters for the new S&W M&P Shield .45!

www.galcogunleather.com

Mission Spec Adds Reflective Strips To Instructor Red EOC

Tuesday, May 31st, 2016

From this point forward all Instructor Red EOCs will feature an integrated strip of highly reflective tape (front and back) to boost the plate carrier’s visual signature to the next level. This design change does not impact the EOCs Berry compliance or limited lifetime warranty. The non-reflective Instructor Red EOC can still be requested by special order if desired. Individuals/Departments/Units requiring the previous version will need to contact Mission Spec directly via the website contact form or phone number located on the same page.


The EOC with reflective tape (left) Reflecting ~40 lumens (right)

The reflective Instructor Red EOC is available now at MissionSpec.com or authorized Mission Spec dealers at no increase in cost.