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High Speed Gear Adds BlackPoint Tactical and Crucial Concealment to its Portfolio of Brands

Saturday, January 14th, 2023

SWANSBORO, N.C. – January 13th, 2023 – High Speed Gear, makers of the patented TACO® line as well as the full line of Sure-Grip® & Slim-Grip® Battle Belts; Pouches; and Polymer TACOs has acquired BlackPoint Tactical™ of Alpharetta, Georgia.

BlackPoint Tactical manufactures custom, hand crafted holsters built around the ideals of comfort and concealment. BlackPoint designs their products from the ground up, utilizing direct input of individuals with various professional backgrounds. Combining these inputs, BlackPoint has been able to craft products well-suited for uses behind enemy lines, in harsh combat environments, but also work great down Main Street. BlackPoint products are currently used by numerous local, state, and federal agencies plus BlackPoint offerings will fit just about any lifestyle and desired carry style.  The full product line can be seen at BlackPointTactical.com.

Crucial Concealment offers a unique value proposition to end users with streamlined holster designs constructed through a uniform manufacturing process. From start to finish, these products are built using the latest in 3d scanning & modeling software. The production process leverages advancements in manufacturing automation technology to produce accurate and repeatable products. This industry leading process yields high quality products, and the cost savings are passed directly onto the consumers. The full Crucial Concealment product line can be seen at crucialconcealment.com

BlackPoint and Crucial strive to provide innovative firearm solutions, delivered on time, to meet the needs of an ever-evolving shooting community. With the promise to provide the highest level of customer service and integrity while providing 100% made in the USA handcrafted product.

“The BlackPoint and Crucial Concealment line of products are a perfect addition to the High Speed Gear family. Having the ability to present multiple Kydex lines will allow us to grow deeper roots in law enforcement, military, and all of the consumer markets such as competitive shooting and concealed carry,” states Bill Babboni, COO for the High Speed Gear Products Group.  “HSGI is dedicated to increasing our quality offerings and this acquisition does that plus it allows us a deeper management team.”

Holster options include:
– OWB Leather-Wing™
– IWB Mini-Wing™
– DualPoint™
– F03™
– M.A.P – Modular Accessory Pouches
– CRUCIAL COVERT OWB and IWB

As High Speed Gear, Comp-Tac Holsters, BlackPoint and Crucial continue to expand, we welcome all inquiries:  sales@highspeedgear.com

Arcane Concerted Opens Preorder for Second Round of LowPro Rail Attachments

Saturday, January 14th, 2023

IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. – (January 13, 2023) Arcane Concerted is excited to announce the much anticipated second release of their LowPro Rail Attachments, now open for preorder.

The LowPro Rail Attachment is a simple, yet elegant, design made to bring multiple functions to market in one small package. On one side, you’ll find a traditional 4-position QD mount compatible with any reputable male QD sling attachment currently available. On the other side, it features an even more functional loop to be used in conjunction with Arcane’s flagship product ArcBands, a reusable retainer band primarily used for cable and sling management. Additional uses for the alternate side of the LowPro Rail attachment include securing sensitive items, as well as playing host to numerous other sling hooks and attachment methods.

“I wanted something with a small footprint that I could still use in conjunction with our ArcBands. I wanted the attachment to be functional and versatile, and the engineer team crushed our goal and even made it look nice. Several revisions and 3-D printed models later, here we are.” said Charlie, owner of Arcane Concerted.

Preorder begins January 13 at 4:00 p.m. CSTl. Orders will begin shipping roughly 6-8 weeks after preorders open.

The rail attachments are made using MIM grade 17-4PH stainless steel powder, high temperature sintering, and a heat treatment process resulting in a hardness of >HRC 34. The LowPro Rail Attachments are coated in QPQ (black) and PVD (FDE).

“We noticed a lot of people using zip ties to attach our ArcBands to their rail systems. This caused more wear on a product we developed specifically to take more of a beating and last long enough for our customers to get a lot of value from it. We wanted to make something that could clip on the rifle to prevent losing bands at the range or on duty; which unfortunately wasn’t very economical. We went back to the drawing board to bring something to the table that offered better value and cost to our end users. Now we have a product that can not only handle the initial intention, but offers multiple other functions for end users as well.”

The LowPro Rail Attachment is designed, manufactured, and coated in the USA and is available to purchase through the Arcane Concerted website. Retailers and distributors interested in carrying Arcane Concerted products can reach out to themanager@arcaneconcerted.com for more information.

Whiskey Two Four – loopanywhere 2.0

Saturday, January 14th, 2023

New for 2023!  loopanywhere 2.0 puts a loop field between two rows of PALS webbing with its teeth engaged in 6 PALS columns.

loopanywhere 2.0 is made in the USA from Berry compliant Tegris® Thermoplastic Composite, Berry compliant VELCRO® and MMI A-A-55126B loop, Berry compliant Texcel Industries solution dyed MIL-T-5038 tape, and Berry compliant A&E bonded nylon A-A-59826A thread.

Whiskey Two Four’s loopanywhere tucks into PALS webbing to attach hook backed accessories.  WTF’s loopanywhere is just stiff enough to support a hook backed accessory while being flexible enough to move and conform with compound curves.

Available in 6 column widths in black, coyote, ranger green, wolf grey, red, M81 woodland, Multicam, Multicam Alpine, Multicam Arid, and Multicam Tropic.  0.3 oz / 10 g.

www.wtfidea.com/loopanywhere-2-0

APEX Ammunition to Exhibit at SHOT Show

Saturday, January 14th, 2023

Columbus, Miss. (January 9, 2023) – APEX Ammunition, makers of handloaded, ultra-high-density Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) shotshells, will showcase its comprehensive line of shotgun ammunition at the 2023 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, January 17-20 (Booth # 71104).

APEX pioneered the commercial use of 18.1 g/cc density TSS in 2017 and today makes premium shotshells for Waterfowl, Turkey, Upland, Predator, and Deer hunting that are sought after by hunters who value superior performance.

Waterfowl

APEX Waterfowl TSS shotshells are meticulously handloaded for ultimate knockdown power. The TSS/S3 Steel™ Blend duplex loads feature No. 7.5 or 9 TSS combined with No. 2, 4 or BB S3 Steel shot in 12-gauge and No. 4 shot in 20 gauge. The new Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Habitat Blend combines No. 8 TSS with No. 3 S3 Steel for a devastating 12-gauge goose and duck load. APEX S3 Steel™ line features premium-grade zinc-coated steel and the same Tungsten-grade wad system used in the APEX TSS loads for superior patterning and consistency. Select dealers are now offering the limited-edition APEX Flight Bag of five boxes (25 rounds per box) of S3 Steel loads.

28-gauge, 16-gauge, and .410 bore waterfowl loads are available upon request online through APEX’s Small Batch custom program.

Turkey

APEX’s legendary Turkey TSS offerings bring a new level of performance to sub-gauge shotguns. Now available in 20-gauge No. 9s, 28-gauge (No. 9 and 9 ½) and .410 bore (No. 9 ½), APEX Turkey TSS shotshells are designed for maximum penetration at extended ranges. Handloaded for ultimate consistency and quality control, APEX TSS allows the use of smaller shot sizes and larger payloads for maximum pattern density and downrange energy. Also available in 10-gauge, 12-gauge and 16-gauge loads.

APEX also offers Smalltown Hunting Blend loads which feature a combination of No. 7 1/2 and No. 9 shot TSS as well as Ninja Turkey TSS loads.

Upland

APEX Upland Bird TSS will help you put more wild birds in hand whether you’re hunting grouse, Huns, quail, or late-season roosters. Available in 3-inch 12-and 20-gauge loads. Upland Bird 3-inch 16-gauge, 2 ¾-inch 28-gauge, and .410 bore 2 ½ and 3-inch loads are available upon request.

Predator

Over the years, shotshells for predator hunting have typically meant massive lead pellets and low pattern count leading to limited performance. APEX Predator TSS, offered in shot sizes 4, 2 and BB, capitalizes on superior density to deliver extended range and penetration while maximizing pattern retention for ultimate knockdown power on coyotes, hogs and deer.

The 2023 APEX Ammunition Catalog is now available online.

SENTRY Products Group to Exhibit at 2023 SHOT Show in Las Vegas

Saturday, January 14th, 2023

SENTRY Products Group™ will be displaying its products at Booth 72605 during SHOT Show® at The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum Jan. 17 – 20, 2023.

Virginia Beach, Va. (January 2023) – SENTRY Products Group™, a leading manufacturer and distributor of products focused on protection, storage, and transportation of outdoor, military, and law enforcement equipment, will be joining more than 2,000 exhibits at the 2023 SHOT Show® at The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 17 – 20, 2023.

The SHOT Show is the world’s most comprehensive trade show for professionals involved with the shooting sports, hunting, outdoor, law enforcement, and armed forces industries. This year’s show in both The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum will offer unique opportunities for attendees to experience the best in firearms, ammunition, law enforcement, cutlery, outdoor apparel, optics, and other related products and services first-hand.

“We look forward to exhibiting at the SHOT Show every year. Attendees will be able to meet our team face-to-face and we plan on making lots of great connections that can be beneficial for everyone involved,” says Terry Naughton, President of SENTRY Products Group.

SENTRY Products Group will be featuring its new SENTRY Hexmag® 10 round SR25 carbon fiber magazine. It is ideal for any sport, competitor, or tactical shooter demanding superior strength, proven reliability, and exceptional value. The Carbon Senthex™ Advanced Carbon Fiber polymer reduces weight by 20 percent while delivering superior strength and rigidity. The HEXTURE™ design is the element that binds the SENTRY Hexmag magazine line together as the signature, patented, and trademarked design pattern. This design goes beyond great style, as it also provides a natural gripping surface.

The Hexmag 10-round SR25 carbon fiber magazine also features a redesigned feed lip geometry to maximize strength and versatility, stripper clip guides for faster reloading, and a deep catch pocket for rock-solid stability. The magazine features the SENTRY patented toolless design for fast and easy floorplate removal, allowing field cleaning and HexID® color customization. All Hexmag magazines use the best heat-treated, stainless-steel springs to resist corrosion and fatigue while being loaded for extended periods.

The SHOT Show is owned by NSSF, the firearm industry trade association, and is restricted to the shooting, hunting, and outdoor trade professionals and commercial buyers and sellers of military, law enforcement, and tactical products and services ONLY. The SHOT Show is not open to the general consuming public (e.g., private visitors, hunters, sport shooters, members of hunting and sports shooting clubs, etc.). Proof of professional affiliation is required.

To learn more about SENTRY Products Group™, or to become a dealer, contact us at info@sentryltp.com or visit sentrytactical.com to see the complete product line.

Thermal Sighting Systems For The UK Army’s General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG)

Friday, January 13th, 2023

Precision Technic Defence Limited are proud to announce the award of multiple 7-year contracts by the UK Ministry of Defence to supply and support a range of thermal weapon sights for the GPMG weapon platform. A total of three separate Framework contracts to supply sights for the Army’s GPMG Fleet have been placed by the Dismounted Close Combat project team. The contracts have the scope to provide capability to all branches of the UK Ministry of Defence.

 

“We are extremely proud to have been selected to supply this capability to UK Ministry of Defence. For us as a company it’s a big milestone to have been awarded with contracts of this scale and significant value. We have worked closely with our industry partners to bring together a battle winning solution which will increase lethality and survivability of UK personnel on the battlefield,” says Bill Chapman, Managing Director at Precision Technic Defence Ltd.

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B&T USA To Attend SHOT Show, Industry Day & LVMPD Range Day

Friday, January 13th, 2023

Tampa, FL (January 13, 2023) – B&T USA will be attending the SHOT Show, January 17-20, 2023 at the Venetian Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada Booth #13210. We will be show casing numerous new and exciting products that include a vast suppressor line, our all-new KH9 Covert, SPC10, BWC9, SPC223, TP380, APC9 Limited and our updated APC rifle line — to name a few.

Media Day at the Range

B&T USA will be exhibiting at the 2023 Industry Day at the Range taking place at the Boulder Rifle and Pistol Club in Boulder City, Nevada on Monday, January 17, 2023 from 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. Please swing by for some hands-on time with our new line of pistol suppressors, our revolutionary Reduced Backpressure System (RBS) submachine gun and rifle suppressors, the new KH9 Covert and Limited Series APC9’s.

Las Vegas Metro Range Day

B&T USA will also be exhibiting at the Las Vegas Metro Range Day on Monday, January 17, 2023. This event is taking place at the Las Vegas Metro Range Complex located at 7600 E. Carey Ave., Las Vegas, NV. B&T USA will be presenting our Reduced Backpressure System (RBS) line of suppressors, as well as LE/MIL-configured rifles, submachine guns and less-lethal launchers and munitions. As per LVMPD guidelines, participants will be asked to present active LE/MIL credentials prior to entry. B&T USA’s MIL/LE Team looks forward to seeing you there!

The Return of Archon Firearms

Friday, January 13th, 2023

Dear friends and fans of ARCHON FIREARMS,

The return of Archon Firearms in 2023 marks three years of quiet development, extraordinary effort, and precise vision in bringing the exciting next generation of Type B and new Type D pistols into reality. Archon Firearms has assembled a strong team of professionals while standing up its own manufacturing facility in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic. Complimenting the upcoming regular supply, new US distribution has also joined the Archon Firearms team. The new distribution team, Archon Firearms USA, is tasked in providing customers and dealers industry-first service, and support on all Generation I Type B pistols and Salient Tier One Strike One pistols.

2023 will be a landmark year for Archon Firearms and all its friends and fans, we encourage all of you to join us in all efforts in the Return of Archon Firearms. We sincerely thank you for your passion and interest in our products, and support over the years.

Sincerely,
Archon Firearms TEAM

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