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New Nightforce Competition SR Fixed 4.5 x 24 Ready for Service Rifle Competition

Thursday, June 16th, 2016

The popularity of Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) and NRA service rifle matches, combined with recent rule changes, have resulted in the new CompetitionTM SR Fixed 4.5 x 24 riflescope by Nightforce.

The CompetitionTM SR Fixed 4.5 x 24 is purpose-built to comply with 2016 rules that, for the first time, allow the use of riflescopes having a maximum magnification of 4.5x, objective lens diameter to 34mm, and combined weight of optic and service rifle to 11.5 pounds.

The new CompetitionTM SR Fixed 4.5 x 24 is built on a 30mm tube. It provides 100 MOA of both elevation and windage adjustment, in precise .25 MOA increments. The exposed adjustments feature large, easy-to-read engraving, and 20 MOA per revolution. Parallax is fixed at 200 yards, providing a parallax-free image for all service rifle and high power distances. The compact riflescope measures 9.9 inches in length and weighs just 15.4 ounces. It includes patented Nightforce ZeroStopTM technology that allows an instant, positive return to the shooter’s chosen zero setting, regardless of how many elevation adjustments have been made.

The SR-1 reticle was created specifically to maximize the new riflescope’s performance. This new, non-illuminated reticle has heavy posts at the 3, 6 and 9 o’clock positions, and a 10 MOA center circle with 8 MOA crosshair which will appear visually familiar to iron sight shooters. It is standard in the CompetitionTM SR Fixed 4.5 x 24.

Nightforce has also introduced the new Unimount™ SR, a rugged, lightweight mounting solution designed specifically to complement the new riflescope and provide the preferred “nose to charging handle” positioning preferred by most service rifle shooters. The Unimount™ SR will fit any 30 mm riflescope, offering 20 MOA of taper while producing the performance of steel at half the weight.

The CompetitionTM SR Fixed 4.5 x 24 will retail at $1950 and the UnimountTM SR will retail at $260. Nightforce CompetitionTM riflescopes are engineered specifically to help shooters not just compete, but to win at any level.

For more information, visit www.NightforceOptics.com, call 208.476.9814, or email info@NightforceOptics.com.

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Grey Ghost Precision Announces Three New Brand Ambassadors

Thursday, June 16th, 2016

DALTON GARDENS, ID – Grey Ghost Precision is proud to announce three new Brand Ambassadors to showcase their products throughout the United States: Nick Koumalatsos, Jim Staley and Will Petty. Each of these men brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge with regard to firearms and training. They embody the values and spirit of Grey Ghost, are dedicating to improving Americans who pursue the noble profession of arms, and we are looking forward to doing great things with them.

Nick Koumalatsos is a 12-year Special Operations Marine Corps veteran who served with Marine Reconnaissance and Marine Special Operations Command. He has deployed all over the world and in support of OIF/OEF and trained foreign police, military, and militia in several countries. His military career prepared him for successful leadership and strategic operational planning. As founder of The Raider Project, Koumalatsos has helped MARSOC and other USMC combat veterans to transition smoothly, peacefully and successfully into the private sector. Additionally he is the CEO of two successful businesses: Survival Tactical Systems, an international training and consulting company; and Skallywag, an adventure apparel company.

Jim Staley is currently the Lead Instructor for the Deliberate Dynamics training program. His military service includes 8 years as a Recon Marine and Sniper. Upon leaving the Corps, Staley worked for Triple Canopy in Basrah as Shift Leader for a 17-man Department of State detail from 2005 to 2007. Between 2009 and 2012, he served as a GRS contractor team lead in Iraq. This unique and extraordinary background gives him a perspective unmatched by any but a handful of professionals anywhere in the world.

Will Petty is a former police officer, LE firearms instructor and tactical unit member who is the creator of the VCQB program. A longtime instructor for the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association and adjunct for regional police academies, he has also worked as a Counterterrorism/tactical consultant for security units of the United Arab Emirates and the Critical National Infrastructure Authority. He continues to work patrol and as his department’s rangemaster. Petty currently holds the billet of National Director of Law Enforcement Training for the 88 Tactical Group.

Grey Ghost Gear/Grey Ghost Precision is a Service Connected Disabled Veteran owned manufacturer of Tactical gear and firearms. We remain in constant comms with the customer by ceaselessly interacting with operationally active military units and the best first responders in the world. Our senior staff frequently attends military and LE training and continues to travel to conflict areas like Afghanistan and Kurdistan to see our equipment in use first hand by the guys who are killing bad guys with it.

See you on the sharp end.

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Default Judgment Order Grants Over $6 Million To Philippi Property Group, Erik Lawrence

Wednesday, June 15th, 2016

A Barbour County Circuit Court Judgment Order has found Blackheart International, LLC, General Stability, Inc., and Steaphan Weir liable to pay Philippi Property Group and Erik Lawrence a total of over $6 million for damages caused by the “intentional acts, breaches, misconduct, and fraud” conducted by BHI, GSI, and Weir.

In April of 2013, Erik Lawrence sold Blackheart International to Global Stability, Inc. Later in 2013, GSI failed to fulfill the payment agreement for the purchase of the sale, and Blackheart International failed to pay rent the lease of property from Philippi Property Group as stated in the property and warehouse lease agreements. At that time, Erik Lawrence and Philippi Property Group filed a suit for breach of contract and payment failure; a countersuit soon followed, which has been dismissed.

After over two years of hearings and proceedings, the Circuit Courts have arrived at a final judgment which finds Blackheart International, Global Stability, and Steaphan Weir liable to pay Erik Lawrence and Philippi Property Group the amount for the purchase of the company and rent of property plus interest as well as damages.

A $536,436.11 judgment against Blackheart International, LLC, in favor of Philippi Property Group was ordered this spring by Circuit Court Judge Alan D. Moats.

The court also found Erik Lawrence entitled to recover damages for breach of contract and specific performance, and fraud, from both General Stability, Inc. and Steaphan Weir, jointly and severally, which obligations were personally guaranteed by Brace Barber, in the amount of $3,885,339.24. Furthermore, the court also found Lawrence entitled to recover damages for claims breach of contract, specific performance, fraud, conversion, and credit defamation from General Stability, Inc., Blackheart International, LLC, and Steaphan Weir, jointly and severally, in the entire amount of $816,809.32, in addition to credit reputation, business reputation, and annoyance and inconvenience damages of $750,000 as well as $250,000 in punitive damages.

Erik Lawrence currently serves asmprinciple of Vigilant Security Services, LLC, a firm that provides a variety of security services internationally as well as specialized weapons, tactics and surveillance training to a variety of qualified government clients.

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Tactical Tailor, Inc. Welcomes New SOCOM/LE Sales Manager

Wednesday, June 15th, 2016

Tactical Tailor has added yet another great asset to their team. Dan Stout joins as Tactical Tailor’s new SOCOM/LE Sales Manager, utilizing his extensive experience and knowledge to help the SOCOM and Law Enforcement communities with their nylon gear, armor plate, and rifle needs.

Dan served in the United States Army, most of it with 1st Special Forces Group. On top of being part of 1st Special Forces Group, he also earned his Airborne wings and HALO qualification. He worked his way up to senior medic while participating in OEF-A, OEF-P, as well and being a part of multiple deployments to countries through the PACOM AOR.

Towards the end of his service, Dan started looking forward to see how he could take his past experience and continue to use it to help those still in service. At that same time, Tactical Tailor happened to be looking for someone to help further customer relationships and help establish, and solve, nylon gear needs within the SOCOM and LE communities. Through a mutual contact, paths crossed and Dan joined the Tactical Tailor team.

When asked about his thoughts on joining Tactical Tailor, Dan said he was, “very excited to be a part of the Tactical Tailor team, and am really looking forward to improving both the relationship with the customer as well as improving the overall customer experience.”

Long story short, if you are in the SOCOM or LE communities, Dan Stout is the HMFIC and will be your POC if you need anything. You can reach out to him through any of the following:

P: 253-984-7854 Ext. 121
E: dstout@tacticaltailor.com or socomsales@tacticaltailor.com

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SureFire Exhibiting At 2016 Eurostatory In Paris, France

Wednesday, June 15th, 2016

Fountain Valley, CA — SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest—and most innovative—suppressors, illumination tools, and tactical products, will be co-exhibiting with TR-Equipement at the 2016 EUROSATORY Defence & Security International Exhibition in Paris, France, June 13th-17th. SureFire will be showcasing new versions for their widely popular Scout Light® series as well as many other cutting edge products. Attendees are encouraged to stop by the TR-Equipement booth located in Hall 6 booth B 147 and look at the wide range of products SureFire has to offer.

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Spirit of Blue Foundation Awards Patrol Rifle Grant To Cicero (NY) Police Department

Monday, June 13th, 2016

Cicero Police Department Receives Patrol Rifle Grant From The Spirit of Blue Foundation.

SYRACUSE, NEW YORK – June 13, 2016 – The Spirit of Blue Foundation announced that it has awarded a Safety Equipment Grant to the Cicero Police Department (CPD) for the acquisition of three AR-15 style rifles and essential accessories, valued at $9,065.43. The rifles constitute the creation of the CPD’s patrol rifle program, a capability they do not currently have, for the protection of its officers. CPD Officers will be trained in their use and the rifles and accessories will be staged in patrol cars for deployment.

Spirit of Blue presented the Cicero Police Department three LMT Defense rifles along with essential accessories to start their patrol rifle program. Receiving the grant was Town Councilor Mike Becallo; Town Supervisor Mark Venesky; Sergeant James Snell; and Chief Joseph Snell (left to right). The grant was presented by Spirit of Blue Executive Director Ryan T. Smith (center).

“These rifles will be a great asset to the Department and the community. It is important that we are prepared to respond to critical incidents with the proper equipment,” commented Chief Joseph Snell of the Cicero Police Department. “Having the proper equipment and resources provides a higher level of safety for our Officers and the residents of Cicero.”

The CQB16 rifles were generously donated by premier rifle manufacturer LMT Defense, which was founded in 1980 to provide the US Military, law enforcement and government agencies with precision engineered, high quality weapons. Since that time LMT Defense has gone on to distribute its product to militaries, national police agencies and VIP protection details in 43 nations around the world. Each rifle will come complete with an EOTech Holographic Weapon Sight, Magpul Back-Up Sights and five 30-round PMAG ammunition magazines, a Blue Force Gear Ten-Speed Chest Rig and VCAS weapon sling, all donated by their respective manufacturers.

“At the most basic level a rifle is a tool, and these are tools that any modern law enforcement agency must have to protect its officers and the residents they serve,” explained Ryan T. Smith, Executive Director of the Spirit of Blue Foundation. “We are pleased to be able provide these tools to the Cicero Police Department and we are grateful to our many safety grant sponsors who donated their great products to make this grant possible.”

Statistics preliminarily released by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund show that 44 law enforcement officers have already lost their lives in 2016, a decrease of 8% so far from the prior year. But 20 of those deaths were firearm related, a 25% increase over the same period in 2015. The reality of these statistics, and the increasing number of underfunded law enforcement agencies across the country, fuel the Spirit of Blue safety grant initiative.

The Spirit of Blue Foundation actively encourages the public at large to honor and appreciate law enforcement officers who serve to protect our communities. By supporting the Spirit of Blue Foundation, the public can make an impact in the lives of law enforcement officers every day. To learn more about the Spirit of Blue, or make a donation, visit www.spiritofblue.com.

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Thyrm – SwitchBack Backup Click

Monday, June 13th, 2016

THYRM is pleased to announce the launch of The SwitchBack Backup Click, expanding the SwitchBack line to the EB1/EB2 SureFire Backup lights equipped with click-type switches.

“Our customers have been asking for a SwitchBack that works with the click-switch equipped EB1/EB2 backups, especially the new 300 lumen EB1 Backup that SureFire released this year. We are pleased to meet their needs and offer the new SwitchBack Backup Click in all colors starting this month. You can find them at your favorite domestic and international retailers and at thyrm.com”

Designed with Chris Costa of Costa Ludus, the SwitchBack securely attaches to tactical flashlights and provides faster deployment, better retention, and an enhanced shooting grip for low-light techniques. Available in 3 colors (Black, Tan, and Grey), SwitchBacks are designed and made in the USA.

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Announcing P&S Administration & Logistics

Sunday, June 12th, 2016

P&S shared this announcement with me.

We are excited to announce our newest evolution with Primary & Secondary!

Primary & Secondary: Administration & Logistics – or PSAL.

This will be our service to bridge the gap between training companies and students. We are offering administrative services as well as advertising to training companies to remove a tedious aspect of their business so they may focus on what really matters – the training!

If you are interested in hosting one of our client training companies or affiliate training companies at your facility or range, contact Logistics@primaryandsecondary.com

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Webpage:
primaryandsecondary.com/psal

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