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Kalashnikov-USA Expands Community Support Joining MIA Runway 5K Airport Series Run to benefit the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Campaign

Thursday, March 24th, 2022

Miami, Florida – Kalashnikov-USA (KUSA) Competitor Cedric Jean-Baptiste joined 400 other participants in the inaugural MIA Runway 5K Airport Series on Saturday, March 19, at Miami-Opa locka Executive Airport (OPF) to make strides against breast cancer. The proceeds from registrations and sponsorships for the series, which totaled $17,500, will benefit the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign.

“I’m grateful to Kalashnikov-USA for sponsoring me as a runner in this 5K event and donating funds to raise awareness about breast cancer and help with treatment and recovery” said Jean-Baptiste (the_rhundown), a 37-year old racing enthusiast and security manager at a resort hotel. “I’m looking forward to representing the company at other charitable race events in South Florida as a way to giving back to our community” he added.

Kalashnikov-USA is increasingly active with a variety of worthy causes. Recently, the company donated an emotional-support service dog, as well as training and supplies, to a Marine Corps veteran. Under the banner of “Kalashnikov-USA Cares” the company plans to continue increasing its charitable endeavors through monthly events such as fundraising races, walks and other activities that benefit our community, especially our veterans.

“Kalashnikov-USA is a growing employer in South Florida. Our skilled workers live and work and raise their children here. It is only natural that we support those organizations that are working to improve the welfare of our employees, our neighbors and our fellow citizens” said David Garretson, VP of Marketing for the company. “We look forward to supporting Cedric in future charity races as well as assisting other noteworthy causes, especially those that benefit individuals dealing with difficult challenges” he added.

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Rosco Manufacturing Launches New Line Of Glock Barrels

Thursday, March 24th, 2022

March 24th, 2022: Rosco Manufacturing, an American manufacturer of high-quality gun barrels & accessories, is proud to announce the launch of their newly released line of Glock barrels. To deliver products that customers want & deserve, Rosco has added Glock 17, Glock 19, and Glock 43x barrels to their Bloodline offerings.

Rosco Manufacturing’s line of Glock barrels are a drop-in, match grade option that enhances the accuracy and performance of any stock Glock pistol. All Bloodline Glock barrels are made from 416R stainless steel, broached, honed, polished, and then melonited. All barrels have also been designed with strategic enhancements surrounding the chamber area to reduce premature wear & tear commonly found on basic aftermarket barrels. The result is a duty capable upgrade that will not sacrifice quality. Drop a Bloodline in your Glock to experience true PERFECTION at a price that will leave you room for plenty of ammo.

Made in the USA, the Rosco way!

“These threaded and non-threaded Glock barrels are the perfect addition to the hardworking and affordable Bloodline series of barrels, future pistol barrels include Glock 48, Sig Sauer P365, Sig Sauer P365Xl, and Sig Sauer P320.”

— Tiberious Giblin (Sales & Marketing Manager)

Effective immediately, the following Rosco products are live and for sale:

• Glock 19 barrels MSRP: $170-$180
• Glock 17 barrels MSRP: $180-$190
• Glock 43x barrels MSRP: $165-$175

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Faxon Firearms Building 8.6 BLK Barrels

Wednesday, March 23rd, 2022

BLUF: Faxon Firearms has collaborated with Q to build the highest quality 8.6 BLK barrels for Remington 700 and AR10 platforms. Read up.

(CINCINNATI, OH) Faxon Firearms

It should come as no surprise that Faxon Firearms is developing barrels compatible with the new 8.6 Blackout ammunition. After all, the Ohio-based manufacturer has always been at the forefront of barrel development.

Now they’ve combined Faxon Firearms barrel expertise with the science and innovation of Q to come up with an extraordinary and formidable package.

Here is everything you need to know about the new 8.6 Blackout round, how it compares to 300 Blackout, and the radical new barrel design by Faxon Firearms.

What is 8.6 Blackout?

The 8.6 BLK round was imagined and developed by Q. Like the 300 Blackout, the 8.6 Blackout was designed primarily for suppressed shooting, but there are supersonic loads in development as well.

The easiest thing to do might be to imagine 8.6 BLK as the 300 BLK’s big brother – but as far more than just a simple upgrade.

8.6 BLK Features

• Fits AR-10 Sized Rifles

• 338 Subsonic Load Based around the 300 grain Sierra Match King

• Similar to 338 Federal; however, the case was shortened to work reliably with gas guns without modification to mags.

• Uses Standard 308 Mags

• Low-Pressure Cartridge

• Utilizes a shortened 6.5 Creedmoor case for the use of subsonic and high BC projectiles

• Current Ammo Companies in Development: Gorilla, Hornady, Black Hills, and Discreet Ballistics

• Designed Around a 12? barrel

Faxon Firearms has previously shown several 8.6 Blackout loads with a 300-grain bullet and a 210 grain Barnes TTSX bullet. These loads are still in development but should become commercially available in the foreseeable future.

How is Faxon Firearms Involved?

Faxon Firearms has been privileged to work with Q on developing the best possible barrels to support this revolutionary new round. The team at Faxon Firearms is in the development of their own 8.6 BLK barrels for both the AR-10 and Remington model 700 platforms.

Faxon Barrels for the 8.6 BLK

Faxon Firearms will be offering 1:3 twist barrels chambered in 8.6 Blackout for Remington 700 platforms and AR-10 pattern rifles. The barrels for both platforms will be available in 8?, 12?, and 16? length options.

Faxon Firearms 8.6 BLK barrel Details

• 1:3 twist rate

• Better stabilization on long and heavy subsonic rounds

• Better expansion of the projectiles

• Re-allocates the energy from the sound and flash to the rotation of the bullet

• .875 gas block journal for AR10

• DPMS Gen 1 Pattern

Remage style barrels from Faxon will use a Remage style nut with a standard AR-15 armorers castle nut wrench. The nut is included.

Why is the 1:3 Twist Rate Important?

Faxon Firearms is manufacturing the barrels for these 8.6 Blackout loads. These barrels are not by any means your standard rifle barrel. Designing and manufacturing them can be challenging, but Faxon Firearms has confidently stepped up to the plate. To properly stabilize the long and heavy 300-grain subsonic projectiles, the 8.6 blackout barrels must have a 1:3 twist rate. That means the round is making one full rotation every three inches of barrel length.

This helps the 8.6 caliber cartridge re-imagine energy on target.

Faxon Firearms’ Barrels are slated to launch around late June or early July of 2022. The ammunition will also launch right around the same time. For more information on the 8.6 blackout project and to be notified about the availability of Faxon barrels, proceed to the Faxon Firearms 8.6 BLK page. It is dedicated to the Q collaboration.

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Federal Offers Special Edition T-Shirt with all Profits to Support Ukraine

Wednesday, March 23rd, 2022

ANOKA, Minnesota – March 22, 2022 – In continuing support of Ukraine, Federal Ammunition will be selling a t-shirt benefiting crisis relief efforts in the war-torn country. This follows the announcement that Federal, along with sister ammunition brands CCI, Speer, and Remington, would be donating a total of one million rounds to the Ukraine armed forces.

“The war in Ukraine has displaced millions of citizens and exposed average people to the horrors of war,” said Jason Vanderbrink, president of Federal Ammunition, Remington, CCI, Speer. “Supporting the relief effort is a crucial element of the global response, and we are proud to do our part,” continued Vanderbrink.

The t-shirt design, available at www.federalpremium.com, features the call out from the Ukrainian President needing ammunition to assist in their country’s defense.

The t-shirts are receiving a tremendous amount of support and are selling out quickly. If the desired shirt in six sizes from 3XL to small sell out, consumers can sign up to receive a notification of when the t-shirt has been restocked.

All profits from the sale of the limited-edition t-shirt will go to support the humanitarian relief efforts through Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund – GlobalGiving.

In addition to Federal’s efforts, Remington Ammunition will also be selling a similar design with all proceeds benefiting the displaced refugees.

Federal ammunition can be found at dealers nationwide or purchased online direct from Federal. For more information on all products from Federal or to shop online, visit www.federalpremium.com.

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Could the MCK Conversion Kit Get Any Better? Meet the MCK GEN3

Wednesday, March 23rd, 2022

Based on the wildly popular MCK GEN 1 and 2 Conversion Kits, the MCK GEN3 is the ultimate combination of engineering innovation AND customer feedback.

Pompano Beach, Fla. (March 2022) – CAA USA, designers, and developers of the world-famous MCK/Micro Conversion Kit, is pleased to inform its loyal and new customers that the latest generation of the MCK, incorporating all the latest technologies and wish-list features, is now available in the new MCK GEN3.

Dynamic new features on the MCK GEN3 include:

• MCK “Car Wash System”

• Ability to use MCK with Micro Red Dot slide-mounted optic installed on a pistol

• Ability to aim and shoot with the RMR while attached to slide inside the MCK

• Stabilizer height adjustability

• Ambidextrous folding stock right AND left

• New charging handle system

• New easily removable front adaptor

• Removeable rear and front top Picatinny rails

• Able to use a larger 1.57” suppressor on the pistol

LTC. (Ret.) Mikey Hartman, CEO of CAA USA, explained the thought process behind the new MCK GEN3 Conversion Kit. “Each new generation MCK we make we try to incorporate intelligent suggestions that we get from our loyal customers and fans: the MCK GEN3 was no different. The fact that not only can you now insert your handgun with a red dot slide mounted optic, but you can also aim with it via the MCK, there will be no need to disassemble your optic as you had to do in previous generations. The internal cleaning mechanism along with the dual folding Stabilizer/Stock make the Gen 3 the best conversion kit we ever have made.”

One of the top items on the MCK wish list was a way to keep the red dot optic integrated on the pistol while incorporating it into the conversion kit. The MCK GEN3 chassis not only allows a seamless and perfect fit of the optic-mounted pistol, but the user will not have to zero the optic when using it with the conversion kit. Simply insert, lock, and the user is ready, pistol-mounted optic and all.

Another common concern was the fouling of the slide during operation and the need to remove the pistol for cleaning more often than desired. CAA’s engineers and designers have come up with a brilliant solution, the CAA “Car Wash System.” Similar to drive-through car washes, the built-in pistol cleaning system uses a brush/bristle system to clean the front of the slide during cycling, removing carbon build-up, without damaging the slide’s finish.

Speaking of cleaning, the new front adaptor now shields the internal parts of the MCK from any carbon build-up. Plus, the adaptor is easily removed for cleaning.

While the stabilizer/stock on the MCK Conversion Kits is unique and the best in the nation, CAA’s left-hand customers weren’t being serviced. Now, the stabilizer/stock on the MCK GEN3 is ambidextrous, folding either right or left, and can be fired while folded for immediate response to a threat. The MCK GEN3 stabilizer/stock not only folds left or right but also adjusts in height. Two height options are available: one (lower position) option for using when shooting with an RMR/slide-mounted optic, and two (upper position) when employing any type of red dot/optic on the top of the Picatinny rail.

Additional new features found only on the MCK GEN3 include a new charging handle system that uses a backplate adaptor, thus negating the reliance on the slide serrations to cycle the handgun; removable rear and front top Picatinny rails that allow the user to better customize their MCK GEN3 chassis; and an improved spare magazine holder that operates with a magazine catch and magazine release button.

“The MCK GEN 1 and 2 took America by storm,” Hartman continued. “We will continue to bring new models to the market every two months while continuing to maintain the title of the most popular handgun Conversion Kit in the world!”

For more information on the new MCK GEN3 Conversion Kit, see the video on CAA USA’s YouTube page.

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Short Battery Life: A Drone’s Worst Enemy

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2022

IARPA awards $10.2 million for battery research to a team of performers led by Rutgers University for the RESILIENCE program

CAMBRIDGE, MA—March 23, 2022—Sensors and small aerial drones are touted as force multipliers for the military. Drones, known to specialists as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), serve as the eyes and ears for combat and surveillance operations while keeping soldiers and intelligence personnel out of harm’s way.

UAVs can be configured to detect weapons, track troop movements and even pick up trace amounts of chemicals. But a key component that has long stymied UAVs is an adequate power source: aerial drones typically cannot fly for as long or as well in demanding operational conditions as many missions require.

Now scientists and engineers are developing a power source for UAVs that can better withstand conditions such as large temperature fluctuations, vibration and shock. The new tech incorporates recent advances in electrochemistry, microelectronics and packaging that combine for novel energy storage. The aim is to create reliable power solutions for missions conducted in extreme and challenging environments—and potentially triple battery life over best-in-class lithium-ion.

Rob Doe, an energy storage expert and microsystems integrator at Draper, says improving a drone’s power supply, or battery, is possible given recent advances in science and technology. “A battery that doubles or triples the energy density while meeting all other necessary performance requirements is well beyond the current performance of commercial solutions, but is within reach of the developer community,” Doe said.

Doe and his colleagues at Draper are contributing to the development of sensors and UAVs as part of a team recently selected by the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA). Led by Rutgers University, the team is developing portable power solutions for IARPA’s Robust Energy Sources for Intelligence Logistics In Extreme, Novel and Challenging Environments (RESILIENCE) program.

Battery cell development, using rechargeable lithium metal, is headed by Glenn Amatucci, Ph.D., professor of materials science engineering and director of the Energy Storage Research Group at the Rutgers School of Engineering. Draper’s primary contribution is to leverage its expertise in custom microelectronics, packaging and systems integration to optimize the energy storage system output, meet stringent size requirements and accelerate adoption of Rutgers’ energy storage solution.

The team has set a goal of developing a power source for drones, small sensors and portable devices that exceeds that of rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and single-use legacy lithium batteries. The team is working to create new electrochemical energy storage solutions, and lay the foundation for using rechargeable lithium metal in the power source they create. The vision is to extend battery life and design a battery that can be charged and discharged thousands of times.

IARPA says the aim of the RESILIENCE program is to develop “portable power solutions for electronics that can operate under the demanding operational conditions experienced by intelligence community officers.” If successful, the effort will provide power sources to extend the function of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with vertical takeoff and landing capability and unattended electronic devices, which must operate in extreme environmental conditions for years.

The company has previously applied its multidisciplinary engineering capabilities to a variety of related programs including to tiny, robust communications and navigation devices; persistent surveillance systems; and navigation software for drones.

www.draper.com

This publication was supported by a subaward from Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, under Award No. 2021-21060200003 from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence – IARPA.

Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Rutgers or those of the Office of Director of National Intelligence – IARPA.

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SIG SAUER Launches New P322 Rimfire Pistol

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2022

NEWINGTON, N.H., (March 22, 2022) – SIG SAUER is pleased to officially announce the P322, the all-new, U.S. designed and manufactured 22 rimfire pistol. The P322 offers an unprecedented 21 round capacity, is optics ready and suppressor ready right out of the box, all at an affordable price point.

“When SIG SAUER enters a new product category, we do it because we have exciting innovation to offer the consumer – the P322 combines ingenuity, quality, and value for a fun, low-cost plinking experience,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc. “The 20+1 round capacity is an industry leader among compact 22 pistols, which means less time loading and more fun shooting on the range. The P322 stainless-steel frame and polymer grip was ergonomically designed for comfort to fit all hand sizes and is completely ambidextrous. Another shooter-focused feature is a modular trigger that allows the P322 to be configured with a flat or curved trigger shoe. This only scratches the surfaces of innovation that we have packed into the P322 and is just a few of the 21 reason to love the P322.”

The SIG SAUER P322 is a 22 rimfire pistol with class-leading 21 round capacity that offers a low-cost shooting experience in an ergonomic design with incredibly easy takedown for disassembly. It features a stainless-steel frame and a polymer grip with a 1913 rail and integrated magwell. The SAO hammer-fired action on the P322 is completely enclosed and the pistol features an alloy slide that is optic ready and compatible with the new ROMEOZero Elite. The high visibility fiber-optic front sight and the fully adjustable fiber-optic rear presents a crisp, easy to see sight picture, while the front and rear cocking serrations ensure effortless slide manipulation. The P322 is suppressor ready and includes a threaded barrel adapter, as well as a flat and curved interchangeable trigger shoe. The P322 features fully ambidextrous controls including manual safety and reversible magazine catch that make it ideal for both right and left-handed shooters. The pistol ships with (2) 20-round magazines and a custom designed magazine loader (extended 25-round magazines available as accessory purchase). The P322 pistol is optimized for use with the SIG SAUER SRD22X Suppressor, FOXTROT1X light , and ROMEOZero Elite Micro Red-Dot sight.

P322 Specs:

Caliber: 22LR
Capacity: 20 + 1 (25-round magazines available as accessory purchase)
Overall length: 7 inches
Overall height: 5.5 inches
Overall width: 1.4 inches
Barrel length: 4 inches
Sight Radius: 6 inches
Weight (w/magazine): 17.1 oz.

21 Reason to Love the P322: 21-round capacity, 25 round capacity with extended magazine, optic ready, threaded barrel,1913 rail, made in U.S.A., manual safety, SAO enclosed hammer, ambi controls, adjustable rear sight, fiberoptic front sight, flat/curved triggers, two magazines included, low-cost training, easy takedown, ergonomic design, stainless steel frame, aluminum slide, cocking serrations, integrated magwell, and included magazine loader.

The SIG SAUER P322 is now shipping and available at retailers. To learn more about the P322 visit sigsauer.com.

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Orolia to Host Defense Days Webinar Series to Highlight Critical Defense Applications for the Future of Warfighting March 29 – 31

Monday, March 21st, 2022

Event to support Still Serving Veterans, national nonprofit helping veterans reintegrate into civilian lives and careers

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – March 21, 2022 – Orolia. the world leader in Resilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (R-PNT) solutions, is proud to present Orolia Defense Days 2022, a three-day webinar series highlighting critical defense applications in radar, GNSS simulation, and an overview of the Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA) initiative and CMOSS architecture.

The sessions, scheduled from March 29-31, are listed below with links to register.

Session #1: High Accuracy Timing for Radar

• When: March 29 at 10:30 a.m. E.T.

• Presenter: Carlos Valenzuela Morales, Senior Applications Engineer, Orolia

• Details: Presentation of solutions based on White Rabbit/ IEEE-1588-2019 HA for highly accurate time transfer and low phase noise frequency distribution for distributed radar applications.

• Who Should Watch: Engineers and architects of radar applications as well as defense contractors and military personnel responsible for radar applications.

Session #2: Preparing the Warfighter for Adverse GPS Environments Through Simulation

• When: March 30 at 10:30 a.m. E.T.

• Presenter: Alaiya Tuntemeke-Winter, Applications Engineer, Orolia Defense & Security

• Details: This session will define resilient PNT and discuss its importance to the warfighter as well as outlining and defining risks such as jamming and spoofing. It will also identify which type of simulator is appropriate for multiple different use cases.

• Who Should Watch: Test and simulation engineers and solution architects for the defense industry.

Session #3: Open Standards, the Future of PNT for the Warfighter

• When: March 31 at 10:30 a.m. E.T.

• Presenter: Alex Payne, Applications Engineer, Orolia Defense & Security

• Details: This session is an introduction to open standards, the Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA) initiative, and CMOSS architecture.

• Who Should Watch: Defense system engineers interested in CMOSS architecture and the Sensor Open Systems Architecture.

During Defense Days, Orolia will partner with Still Serving Veterans, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving veterans and their families by empowering them to build meaningful lives through connections to fulfilling careers, benefits and services; and to proactively strengthen veteran communities through leadership and collaboration. To learn more, please visit ssv.org.

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