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SIG Launches Custom Works P365 Fire Control Unit & Configurator

Tuesday, August 24th, 2021

America’s Most Popular Micro-Compact Pistol is Now Also the Most Customizable

The P365 Custom Works Fire Control Unit (FCU) brings an unprecedented level of customizability and personalization to the micro-compact carry platform. From grip modules, magazines, custom slides, barrels, optics, and accessories, you can configure you P365 in thousands of different ways to personally customize your pistol to your specific carry needs using the all new P365 FCU Studio.

Launch the Custom Works P365 Configurator here.

Press release:

NEWINGTON, N.H., (August 24, 2021) – SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to announce the SIG SAUER Custom Works P365 Fire Control Unit is now shipping to select SIG Master and Elite Dealers, and the SIG Custom Works P365 Studio is now live at sigsauer.com.  The standalone P365 Fire Control Unit (FCU) brings an entirely new level of customization and personalization to the world’s most popular micro-compact, everyday carry pistol with the ability to build a completely custom P365 using the exclusive SIG Custom Works P365 Studio at sigsauer.com. 

“The P365 pistol was groundbreaking because it brought an unprecedented,10+1, 12+1 or 15+1 capacity to a micro-compact everyday carry pistol.  The revolutionary design and innovation of the P365 took the market by storm to become the world’s most popular, everyday carry pistol,” began Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, SIG SAUER, Inc.  “Now with the introduction of the P365 Fire Control Unit we have brought an entirely new level of customization and personalization to the P365 platform – America’s most popular micro-compact pistol, is now also the most customizable.” 

The SIG SAUER P65 Custom Works Fire Control Unit (FCU) is a patented, serialized fire control unit (only available at select retail stores) that features a titanium nitride coating, a titanium nitride flat trigger, a custom FCU Serial Number (FC####) and is compatible with all 9mm P365 accessories. 

“In conjunction with the availability of the P365 FCU in retail stores, we have also launched the SIG Custom Works P365 Studio online at sigsauer.com.  From grip modules to optics, and everything else you could possibly need to configure your P365 in thousands of different ways, the studio has it all right at your fingertips,” continued Taylor.  “This level, and ease, of customization was first introduced through the popular P320 Custom Works Studio, and based on the overwhelming popularity, and quite honestly the demand, to incorporate your personality to your pistol, we are bringing the capabilities of the SIG Custom Works Studio to the P365.”

The SIG Custom Works Studio gives the consumer a unique online experience to build a P320 or P365 pistol from the ground up by choosing a grip module, slide, barrel, guide rod and springs, optics, accessories or have complete CAL-X Kits (P320 only) with the virtual configurator.  All parts available within the Custom Works Studio are available for purchase direct from sigsauer.com. 

“It’s quite fitting that for the pistol known for defining the micro-compact market, SIG has found yet another way to bring an entirely new level of innovation, through complete customization, to the P365 platform,” concluded Taylor.

Eco Defense Group Granted Travel In Shutdown To Train Rangers In Special Ops Capabilities

Tuesday, August 24th, 2021

With initial operations complete, Eco Defense Group is now able to disclose its extraordinary access and efforts in developing wildlife protection capabilities at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic shutdown in Southern Africa.

Granted exclusive and unique Travel protections via Diplomatic Note out of the Office of Defense Cooperation (US Embassy Pretoria), Eco Defense Group pursued a unique partnership with South African National Parks and was the only NGO in its space moving from the US to southern Africa during the pandemic-forced travel restrictions that began in early 2020.

Working in South Africa, Malawi and Uganda, Eco Defense Group introduced the first ever small-team movement training program using custom-built non-lethal equipment from Evike EMG. This revolutionary technique prepares Rangers to face escalations in armed conflict.

“We consult with parks that face the toughest poaching challenges. The bravest Rangers were left with no support when tourism stopped all over Africa,” says organization President Nathan Edmondson. “When the world shut down, we asked to be presented with the foremost needs facing Ranger units in areas where we are invested. Then we got to work.”

Employing new training materials including airsoft, the introduction of small unit tactics and low-light capabilities were paramount in changing the game against escalating poaching. The Park City-based non-profit brought US Army Special Missions Unit combat veterans to the frontlines of the poaching crisis to train groups of 20 rangers at a time in new techniques, specifically safe and effective movement against armed suspects, marksmanship, light discipline, communication and working with specially trained Malinois dogs to aid in arresting poachers.

Rhino poaching has surged due to the pandemic as the loss of tourism and hunting revenue has simultaneously reduced the resources available to support protecting wildlife. Rhino, lion, elephant, pangolin and more species are targeted for a multi-billion dollar trafficking enterprise and demand has increased throughout a year of global distress.

Eco Defense Group is a force-multiplier, aiming to enable Rangers to be as effective as possible. The introduction of never-before-seen techniques for patrol and contact response is vital for State law enforcement to get “left of bang,” and stop a fight before it happens.

“Due to the fact that we cannot disclose most of our work, we rely on private donor to do what we do,” adds Edmondson. “In 2020, some amazing sponsors stepped up and we accomplished the seemingly impossible.”

The training has been supported also by Vortex Optics, Crye Precision, Multicam, Noveske Rifleworks, Half Face Blades and Original Footwear.

Eco Defense Group invited Muddy Shutter Media to join them for exclusive media access during the later 2020 travel months. Photos by Muddy Shutter Media/Moe Lauchert.

Blackhawk Expands Stache Holster Lineup with More Handgun Fits

Monday, August 23rd, 2021

New Fits Include GLOCK® 43, Taurus® GX4™ and More

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – August 23, 2021 – Blackhawk®, a leader in law enforcement and military equipment for over 20 years, has announced new handgun fits for the Stache™ IWB holster. With additional holsters accommodating an even wider selection of handguns, more gunowners can count on the Stache as their everyday carry solution.

Among the new fits for the Stache IWB are the GLOCK® 43 and Taurus® GX4™, both of which are quickly becoming some of the most popular concealed carry handguns on the market.

Other new Stache IWB holster fits include:

• Colt 1911 Commander®, Staccato C2, and 1911 – 4″ clones
• GLOCK 17/22/31
• GLOCK 43X/48 Streamlight TLR 7 Sub / SureFire XSC
• M&P® Shield™ 9/40 Streamlight® TLR-6® / Crimson Trace Lightguard™ / Laserguard® Pro™
• S&W M&P 9/.40
• Taurus Millennium G2C/G3C
• GLOCK 43/43X/Hellcat/Taurus GX4

“The new Stache holster is the real deal,” said Travis Kennedy, former Navy Seal and Blackhawk brand ambassador. “Not only is this Stache one of the most comfortable holsters I’ve ever carried, but the modularity of the platform leaves no excuses. The Blackhawk team really hit this one out of the park, and I can’t imagine anyone needing another IWB holster.”

MSRP for the Stache IWB Holster base model is $39.95 and $64.95 for the premium model. For more information about the Stache IWB Holster and for a complete list of compatible handguns, visit Blackhawk.com.

XS Sights Partners with Ferkinghoff International for European Distribution

Monday, August 23rd, 2021

Fort Worth, TX (August 23, 2021) – XS® Sights is pleased to announce its partnership with Ferkinghoff International for distribution of XS products throughout Europe.  XS’s tritium day/night sights are excellent upgrades for hunting and tactical sport shooting and military and law enforcement agencies looking to increase the visibility of their sights in low light.  XS’s popular ghost ring sights for lever action rifles and shotgun ghost ring sights for hunting applications will also be available through Ferkinghoff.

“Our goal has always been to expand to the European Union. After nearly two years of exploring potential partners, Ferkinghoff International stood out as an outstanding choice,” said Tanya Gorin, Vice President of Sales for XS Sights.  “Ferkinghoff’s customer-centric values and passion for the firearms industry align perfectly as an extension of Team XS. We are thrilled to work with another like-minded, family-owned business to bring XS into the EU market.”

Over the years, Ferkinghoff International has grown from a small German retail business into a major European distributor, specializing in bringing U.S. products to the European firearms community.

“We are exceptionally happy for the opportunity to partner with XS Sights,” said Andrea Ferkinghoff, CEO of Ferkinghoff International.  “The proud Texan family-owned business with its proven sighting solutions is an outstanding partner to supply innovative sights, rails, and accessories of the highest quality to the EU market. Moreover, the family values, attention to detail, and great American craftsmanship reflect everything we can wish for in a fruitful partnership.”

Adams Arms Debuts New AA19 Handgun

Monday, August 23rd, 2021

BROOKSVILLE, FL – August 23, 2021 – Adams Arms, industry leading pioneers of piston-driven AR platform firearms, announced the AA19, a performance-driven compact 9mm Luger handgun. The AA19 combines Adams Arms years of experience with handgun barrel and slide innovations with its mission of elevating firearm reliability and performance.  

“Adams Arms is known for its slides and barrels for custom handguns, and now we’ve brought all of our expertise into one complete pistol,” Steve Green, Adams Arms Vice President of Sales and Marketing said. “Our customers have been asking for an Adams Arms handgun for years, and now it is ready. The new AA19 incorporates design elements that refine its ergonomics and performance. Every detail on the new AA19 adds upgrades that maximize its potential for both EDC and competition.”

Specifications:

• Enhanced front and rear cocking serrations

• Double undercut trigger guard

• Vickers Tactical Carry Trigger

• Ameriglo Defoor EDC sights

• Profiled and lightened slide

• Threaded 1:16” twist barrel

• Aggressive grip texturing

• 1913 Picatinny rail

• Billet extractor

• OAL 7.6”

• Weight 1.26 lbs.

The AA19 comes with two Magpul G19 magazines, a hardcase, and cable lock. The slide is cut for optics, and plates are plates available in all popular footprints, including the Trijicon RMR, Leupold Deltapoint, Shield RMS, Burris Fastfire 3, Vortex Venom/Viper, Vortex Razon, C-More STS. The gun is made in the USA and is backed by Adams Arms’ lifetime warranty.

The AA19 will be available through Adams Arms’ network of dealers. For dealer locations, please visit adamsarms.net/dealers. MSRP is $999. For more information on the new AA19, visit www.adamsarms.net.

ZEV Technologies Releases Polymer Basepads

Monday, August 23rd, 2021

ZEV Technologies announces the release of their new Polymer Basepads for Glock® Magazines. The basepads include the extended magazine spring and are available in black, red, grey and FDE. Capacity is increased by +5 when used with 9mm and by +4 when used with 40 caliber ammunition.

ZEV designed these parts to be compatible with generations 1-5 and to be easily maintained without damage to the mag body.

“After a long period of development and testing we are excited to finally show the market our durable, high quality and reliable Polymer Basepads.” – Dan Groce, Director of Brand Engagement

www.zevtechnologies.com

SENTRY Products Group Launches 2021 Fall Product Catalog

Monday, August 23rd, 2021

The Fall 2021 SENTRY Products Group™ Catalog features new products from SENTRY’s leading categories including Hexmag, Gunnar Series Tactical Nylon, Slings, Packs, and concealed carry holsters. 

Virginia Beach, Va. (August 2021) –SENTRY Products Group™, a leading manufacturer and distributor of products focused on protection, storage, and transportation of outdoor, military, and law enforcement equipment, have launched their 2021 mid-year Catalog. This has been mailed directly to distribution partners, consumers, and is also available to view or download at www.sentrytactical.com.

“Our normal pace is to introduce a catalog in December to support SHOT Show and other trade events, however, this year so many new products had been added since January, it was difficult to distribute the amount of information without producing a mid-year catalog. To speed information flow, we elected to send these direct to our dealers, distribution partners and consumers,” Terry Naughton, president of SENTRY Products commented. “The catalog is divided into product categories for Magazines, On Gun Accessories, Plate Carriers, Belts and Pouches, Slings, Optic and Firearm Covers, Holsters, Cleaning and Lubrication, Bags and Packs, and OEM Programs. The catalog also brings acquisition product categories like Hexmag magazines and Sentry Solutions lubricants under the SENTRY banner,” concluded Naughton.

With many of the SENTRY products having been developed for warfighters, product evolution continues to demonstrate SENTRY’s mission to integrate actual field and combat experience into the design and manufacturing of their multiple product lines. 

Highlights of the catalog include:

• SENTRY Hexmag new Carbon Senthex™ AR-15 magazines. Carbon fiber brings two significant advantages to the end user while retaining traditional Hexmag features. Weight reduction of 20 percent and significantly greater strength. Additional products will continue to be released throughout the Fall of 2021.

• SENTRY enters the holster community with a line of thermoformed and injection-molded polymer holsters. Six new models supporting leading firearms, made for all-day comfort and functionality, are available as of June 2021.

• SENTRY has increased their bag and pack offerings, available in September 2021, to include the Sentinel Range Bag for pistols, and three new packs: the Lightweight Tracker™ pack, the Lightweight 3-Day pack, and the Barrage 3-Day pack.

• SENTRY’s Gunnar™ Series patent-pending plate carrier options and accessories have been expanded.

• Expansion of the sling line with a new Fixed Stock Multi-Point Sling and a Quick Disconnect 2-to-1 sling.

SENTRY Products continues to advance the science of protection to a variety of products to enhance mission success for the men and women who go in harm’s way to protect our country, properties, and our lives.

Visit us on the SENTRY Hexmag Facebook page and the SENTRY Hexmag Instagram page.

To learn more about SENTRY Products Group, contact us at info@sentryltp.com or visit sentrytactical.com.

Kinect M-Lok QD System of Mounts Adds the Surefire Pro Series Mount

Monday, August 23rd, 2021

KDG is proud to introduce a new addition to their patented Kinect M-Lok QD system of mounts, the Surefire Pro Series Mount. This mount works directly with the new Surefire Pro Scout weapons lights. The QD mount allows end users to utilize the swivel design of the Pro Scout lights, and the QD capability of the Kinect M-Lok mounting system. To learn more about this mount or the Kinect M-Lok QD system, visit kineticdg.com.

The mount is available through the KDG website, and authorized distributors and dealers. For more information, visit kineticdg.com or email  info@kineticdg.com.

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