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Team SIG’s Daniel Horner and Lena Miculek Dominate at USPSA Multi-Gun Nationals

Thursday, July 27th, 2023

NEWINGTON, N.H., (July 27, 2023) – SIG SAUER, Inc. congratulates Team SIG professional shooters Daniel Horner and Lena Miculek for their impressive performances at the recent USPSA Multi-Gun Nationals. Daniel Horner earned the inaugural first place finish in the newly established Modern Division, while Lena Miculek defended her High Lady title and became the first female to break the top five finishers in the overall Tactical Division.

“The performances by Daniel and Lena throughout this match were thrilling and their victories incredibly impressive,” said Tom Taylor Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc. “Leading up to this nationals, Daniel and Lena trained together putting themselves through an exhaustive daily regiment to be match-ready; it was great to see this dedication and hard work pay off with the championship finishes for each of them, competing in a true team fashion. Daniel set the bar for the newly establish Modern Division, and Lena smashed another glass ceiling earning the fifth overall spot in the extremely competitive Tactical Division.”

Daniel Horner, Team SIG professional shooter commented, “I came to this years’ nationals with a mission to reclaim a title after a very close loss last year. The course of fire was extremely challenging, and my skill was tested at every stage of the match. However, I was able to rely on my training and SIG equipment to reclaim a national multi-gun title and deliver a victory for Team SIG.”

Horner competed with a P320-DH3 pistol with a ROMEO1PRO optic, M400-DH3 rifle with a TANGO6T riflescope and SIG 9mm Match Elite competition ammunition, and 5.56 MARKSMAN ELITE Match Competition Ammunition.

Lena Miculek, Team SIG Professional shooter added, “since the launch of Rose by Sig Sauer my focus has been on taking my experience as a professional shooter to provide support and education to the Rose community. This multi-gun nationals brought me back to my roots and the beginning of my own firearms journey; I returned to my family trade of competition shooting to not only defend my Tac-Optics High Lady title but earn a top five overall ranking, raising the bar yet again for women in the firearms world. Nothing is sweeter than getting to celebrate shared success alongside my teammate Daniel Horner, and my father Jerry Miculek. New training, camaraderie, encouragement, and the joy of shared success are just a few of the things I experienced at this multi-gun national that I can’t wait to bring back to the Rose Community.”

Miculek competed with a P320-XFIVE LEGION, M400-DH3 rifle with a TANGO6T riflescope and SIG 9mm Match Elite competition ammunition, and 5.56 MARKSMAN ELITE Match Competition Ammunition.

The 2023 USPSA Multi-Gun Nationals was held at the Forest Lakes Sportsman’s Club in Forest Lake, Minnesota, July 21 – 23, 2023. For more information about the SIG SAUER equipment used by Team SIG Pro Shooters Daniel Horner and Lena Miculek visit sigsauer.com.

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SlingShot Tactical Operations Centre System (STOCS) gets UHF Commercial Band Upgrade

Thursday, July 27th, 2023

Spectra Group, the specialist provider of secure voice, data and satellite communications systems has expanded the capability of its battle proven SlingShot Tactical Operations Centre System (STOCS) to include the low UHF commercial band (410– 440Mhz) thereby increasing the flexibility and utility of this robust and reliable SlingShot system.

The concept for STOCS was born from a specialist military user’s requirement to remote the antenna away from the user’s radio, such as in a tactical headquarters/operations room, to enhance the user’s protection or where it was required due to the configuration of a mobile platform. First launched in October 2020, the STOCS hardware consists of a hub, power unit, cable reel and antenna which is British built to military standards and hence ruggedized and weatherproofed (IP67) to enable the user to leave it in a more exposed position, without any risk of damaging the electronics due to adverse weather.

Since its launch, over 120 specialist and regular units across land, sea and air domains from over ten different countries globally (including NATO members) have purchased and operationally proven the benefits of adding STOCS to their SlingShot portfolio. When fitted it allows users to maximise all the existing benefits of Spectra Group’s award winning and combat proven SlingShot – quickly, efficiently and securely communicating beyond line of sight (BLOS) and, if needed, while on the move (COTM) while at the same time having the flexibility to operate the radio up to 35 meters from the antenna. In partnership with Inmarsat’ L-TAC satellite link service for the last 10 years, there are now over 7000 SlingShot systems in use with government forces globally, all capitalizing on the capability to create strategic communications for secure voice and data, without the need to purchase new radios and hence minimising the training burden for security forces. The inclusion of commercial band UHF to the existing military VHF/UHF capability therefore significantly enhances Slingshot’s interoperability and flexibility in deployment, for all types of organisation requiring secure rapidly deployable satellite communications in austere environments around the world.

Simon Davies, CEO of Spectra Group said: “we pride ourselves at Spectra Group in delivering reliable and secure communications to those that need it most in the most austere and demanding of locations. The addition of commercial band UHF to the STOCS capability is just another innovation to meet our customer’s operational demands and increases the overall SlingShot offering. The design follows the remainder of the SlingShot family in that it is extremely simple for the user to set up, operate and requires no configuration.”

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Mission First Tactical Introduces New Pro Series Guardian OWB Holster

Thursday, July 27th, 2023

Horsham, PA – (July 31st, 2023) – Mission First Tactical (MFT), manufacturers of state-of-the- art, USA made rifle/carbine accessories and holsters, is proud to announce the new Pro Series Guardian OWB Holster.

“We leveraged our relationships within the professional space to get the input needed to create the best Concealable Outside the Waistband (OWB) holster on the market, the Pro Series Guardian OWB Holster,” said Bobby McGee, Executive Vice President of Product Development/Innovation, Mission First Tactical. “It’s exciting to think about how this holster will be keeping the men and women tasked with protecting high value assets on the cutting edge of holster technology.”

With valuable insights from professionals in the field, we have developed the ultimate Concealable Outside the Waistband (OWB) holster: the Pro Series Guardian. Designed to keep law enforcement officers equipped with the latest holster technology, this holster is set to redefine the industry standard.

Expanding our professional concealment line, we are proud to present the Pro Series Guardian OWB Holster to the law enforcement marketplace. Our focus is on achieving unparalleled concealment and employing a unique handgun retention system that utilizes our patented magnetic retention technology. The Pro Series Guardian combines our innovative In-Line Magnetic Retention System (ILMRSTM) with an ultra-thin, comfortable profile. With no adjustment or wear concerns, the ILMRSTM system ensures consistent retention with every draw. The neodymium magnet, boasting an impressive 11 lbs. maximum pull weight, securely holds a fully loaded pistol in the holster without the need for any locking devices. Notably, the magnetic retention is not affected by mounted lights. All mounting hardware utilizes red Loctite, eliminating the need to maintain mounting screws torque. Adding to the innovation, we have incorporated CURV® Thermoplastic Composite fabric for the Belt Loops, delivering a lighter, stronger alternative to leather and other synthetic materials, all while providing exceptional comfort. This comprehensive package offers the ultimate experience in a professional-grade concealment holster.

The Pro Series Guardian OWB Holster also features the Integrated Barrel Stabilizer Insert (IBSI), an ingenious system designed to maintain the alignment of the pistol with the holster body spine. This allows the IBSI system to function flawlessly, with or without an under barrel- mounted weapon light. For a closer look at the Pro Series Guardian OWB Holster, please “Click Here”.

HUSSS-OWB MSRP: $124.99

Features include:

– Sleek and slim holster body for maximum concealability

– Softened radius to prevent discomfort during extended wear

– Mid-height sweat guard to prevent direct contact between body and pistol

– Full trigger guard coverage for enhanced security

– Slide mounted optic relief cut

– Co-witness capability with a suppressor height sight channel

– Proudly made in the USA at MFT facilities

To explore the full range of Mission First Tactical’s offerings, including the Pro Series Guardian OWB Holster, please visit: www.missionfirsttactical.com. Stay connected with us on Facebook or Instagram to stay updated on the latest news and releases.

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Paolo Bigerna Triumphs at the Skiritai Legacy Sniper Competition with ZeroTech Optics

Wednesday, July 26th, 2023

ITALY, 25th July 2023 – The Skiritai Legacy Sniper Competition, held on 24-25 June 2023, ended with a spectacular victory for Paolo Bigerna, Testimonial of C&C Hunting Srl and Instructor and Training Manager of the Long Range Shooting Division of the OP. 07 TRAINING DIVISION Academy.

The competition saw Bigerna overcome top-level sportsmen, expert shooters and other operators from various Italian armed forces and beyond.

The competition was a grueling 30-hour event, with continuous activity both day and night. Each sniper was equipped with a bolt action or semi-automatic sniper rifle, a pistol and a backpack with all the equipment necessary for the task, including food and water. Targets, both metal and paper, were placed at ranges ranging from 65 to 900 m.

Bigerna, with 22 years of active service in the Italian Army, distinguished himself above all in the more complex exercises. His performance was particularly notable using the ZeroTech Trace Advanced 4-24×50 FFP Tremor3 scope. Despite the difficult conditions, such as spotting camouflaged targets, Bigerna managed to achieve impressive results. Also very important is the role of Marco Mirroni, Project Manager of the OP.07 Training Division and Marketing Development Consultant of C&C Hunting Srl, who provides valuable and constant support in the triangulation of these partnerships by managing field tests and product development.

“ZeroTech optics have played a significant role in my success,” Bigerna said. “The product offers excellent value for money and is the ideal choice for precision shooting. My experience in military and sports shooting, combined with the quality of these optics, has contributed to achieving this important result”.

C&C Hunting Srl, Official Sponsor of the Shooter and Exclusive Distributor for Italy of Zerotech Optics, expressed its pride for Bigerna’s result and for the support received from ZeroTech international. “We are thrilled with Paolo’s achievement and the performance of the ZeroTech scope. This competition was a testament to the quality of our products and the skill and professionalism of our shooters and collaborators,” said Roberto Catasti, CEO of C&C Hunting Ltd.

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USMC Completes 20,000 Flight Hours with MUX MALE MQ-9A

Wednesday, July 26th, 2023

SAN DIEGO – 24 July 2023 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) congratulates the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) on achieving a significant milestone of surpassing 20,000 flight hours with their Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Unmanned Expeditionary (MUX) Medium-Altitude, High-Endurance (MALE) MQ-9A Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).

To date, GA-ASI has delivered eight MQ-9A UAS to the USMC. Two of these MQ-9A aircraft are actively engaged in operational missions, playing a vital role in supporting mission-critical Marine Corps objectives. The USMC awaits delivery of 12 additional aircraft, which will fulfill their goal of three squadrons by 2025.

“This strategic acquisition of MQ-9As underscores the USMC’s commitment to strengthening their aerial surveillance capabilities and demonstrates their confidence in GA-ASI’s expertise in delivering top-tier UAS,” said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander.

Renowned for its fault-tolerant flight control system and triple-redundant avionics system architecture, the MQ-9A UAS embodies the industry’s highest standards of reliability and performance, surpassing those of many manned aircraft.

The USMC fleet will ultimately be entirely composed of the MQ-9A Extended Range (ER) configuration, enhanced with wing-borne fuel pods and reinforced landing gear. This model has been specifically designed to extend its endurance to more than 30 hours, enabling persistent long-endurance surveillance capabilities. Equipped with Full-Motion Video and both a Synthetic Aperture Radar and a Moving Target Indicator/Maritime Mode Radar, this advanced system provides the USMC with a comprehensive real-time situational awareness picture.

The USMC’s 20,000 flight hours with MQ-9A represent an impressive accomplishment in the field of unmanned aviation. GA-ASI is honored to have played a role in this achievement and looks forward to continuing its collaboration with the USMC to further advance the capabilities of unmanned systems and support their growing UAS squadrons.

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Allen-Vanguard Donate SCORPION ECM Training Equipment to Kenya’s International Peace Support Training Centre (Nairobi)

Wednesday, July 26th, 2023

Allen-Vanguard, a global leader in providing customized solutions for defeating Radio Frequency (RF) based terrorist and extremist threats, was recently invited to speak on global developments in Electronic Counter Measures (ECM) at the 5th African Annual C-IED Conference held the International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) Nairobi, Kenya. At the end of the event, Allen-Vanguard donated the training version of their SCOPRPION ECM manpacks to support future courses at the centre.

The guest of honour for the event was the Principal Secretary Ministry of Defence (The Honourable Patrick Mariru). Following a C-IED Technology Update briefing, Stuart Wilson from Allen-Vanguard presented Maj General Leuria (Assistant Chief of the Defence Forces, Operations, Plans, Doctrine and Training) inert versions of their SCORPION ECM manpacks, given their extensive use on the continent, to support future C-IEDD training for United Nations and African Union forces who deploy on peace keeping operations.

The IPSTC was established in partnership with the USA, UK, Canada, Japan, Kenya, Germany and UNDP to be the premier Peace Support Training, Research and Education Centre in Africa, with a mission to conduct training, education and research, informing military, police and civilian personnel in all aspects of peace support operations in order to improve the effectiveness of the response to complex emergencies for African Union nations and other countries. The annual C-IED conference is a 3-day gathering of international experts across policy, research and operations with the aim of sharing knowledge, best practice and future developments to improve the training and support of the 6000+ students that pass through the IPSTC before deploying on peace keeping operations.

As a key note speaker on C-IED Technology Update, Stuart Wilson (Allen-Vanguard – Business Development Director MENA) spoke specifically towards ECM. During his presentation, he explained the fundamentals of ECM, why it remains highly relevant, and how it reinforces the various levels of the C-IED pillars. Stuart also provided insight into potential future developments while highlighting design and operational constraints. After speaking, Sturt formally gifted the SCORPION training aids to the attending Generals and then provided training to the IPSTC instructors on their use and practical deployments considerations.

Bobby Strawbridge, Director Business Development for Allen-Vanguard said “We at Allen-Vanguard are very conscious that ECM equipment alone does not defeat the threat. Our vision is to create local capability, share knowledge, provide training and help to develop regional expertise so that those facing the greatest risk in peace keeping operations get the maximum possible protection. The IPSTC is a superb facility, training African nations in all aspects of peace keeping operations and we are more than happy to help contribute by supporting the defeat IED capability with our SCORPION training aids.”

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Samson Manufacturing Releases Polymer Version of Their Popular Mid-Length Grenade Style Vertical Grip

Tuesday, July 25th, 2023

Keene, New Hampshire – Samson Manufacturing Corp. has released a Polymer version of their Medium Grenade Style Vertical Grip. Samson Vertical Grips are renowned in the shooting world for their quality. The two-piece design allows you to remove the grip from the rifle while leaving the attachment lug in place. This must have rifle accessory has been constructed with high strength polymer, an ergonomic design with an aggressive texture for proper firearm control and can withstand heavy use without significant heat transfer.

Key features:

• Lightweight

• Heat Resistant

• Modular

• Durable

• Steel Attachment Rod

• Available in M-LOK®, KeyMod™, Evolution® and Picatinny Configurations

Specifications:

• Length 3.5”

• Weight Including Steel Attachment Rod 3 oz.

• Glass Filled Nylon 6

Shop Polymer Vertical Grips Here: Vertical Grips

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High Speed Gear Reveals New EP Series: Elastic Mag Pouches

Tuesday, July 25th, 2023

SWANSBORO, N.C. – July 24th, 2023 – High Speed Gear, a leading provider of tactical gear and accessories, is excited to announce the release of their highly anticipated EP Series: Elastic Mag Pouches. Engineered to meet the demands of the modern combat scenario, the EP Series offers unparalleled versatility, a low-profile design, and a lightweight construction.

The EP Series Elastic Mag Pouches are specifically designed to fit a wide range of rifle, pistol, and extended pistol magazines, ensuring compatibility with popular firearms utilized by military personnel, law enforcement agencies, and responsible civilians. The innovative design allows for quick and easy access to magazines when every second counts.

Constructed with a woven polypropylene core, the EP Series provides a point of index for magazines during reinsertion, enhancing overall efficiency and speed during critical operations. Additionally, the rigidity of the pouch allows for seamless mounting on belts or carriers to ensure stability and security during active engagements.

One of the standout features of the EP Series is the Mini MOLLE capability, enabling users to not only MOLLE the pouch as usual, but also facilitating compatibility with belts that have non-standard MOLLE widths.

We took are time with this one, and we are as excited about the EP Series as we are with our TACO line,” says Bill Babboni, COO of High Speed Gear. “At High Speed Gear, our mission is to always provide tactical gear that meets the highest standards of performance and usability. With the Elastic Mag Pouches, we have achieved just that. The innovative design of the EP Series fits what end users have been asking for, a price point ready – durable and reliable mag pouch. The versatility of these pouches makes them an essential addition to any tactical rig or loadout.”

One of the key advantages of the EP Series is its lightweight and low-profile design. Made from a fabric laminate, the pouch can lay almost completely flat when empty, making it ideal for operators who prioritize speed and comfort. Whether it’s a high-intensity operation or a long-range patrol, the EP Series ensures that users can move swiftly and effortlessly.

These Elastic Mag Pouches will be offered alongside High Speed Gear’s existing product lineup of top-quality tactical gear, including the infamous TACO® mag pouches, further enhancing their commitment to providing innovative solutions for professionals and enthusiasts.

For more information about the EP Series: Elastic Mag Pouches, visit their website at www.highspeedgear.com.

www.highspeedgear.com/elastic-rifle-pouch

www.highspeedgear.com/elastic-pistol-pouch

www.highspeedgear.com/elastic-extended-pistol-pouch

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