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F.A.B. Defense Announces the GL-Core M Adjustable Stock

Friday, July 2nd, 2021

For Immediate Release – Modi’in, Israel. – F.A.B. Defense® is pleased to announce the release of GL-Core M stock as a replacement for the GL-Mag stock. The GL-Core M is the latest addition to the F.A.B. Defense® newly developed CORE line of premium carbine stocks.

The F.A.B. Defense® GL-CORE M is purpose built to provide law enforcement officers an extra mag when they are required to utilize an AR-15 in the line of duty. Typically law enforcement officers have easily accessible spare mags for their side arm on their belt. Officers rarely have spare mags for their AR15 / M4 on their person and are left with one mage in the rifle when they pull it from a patrol vehicle. With the F.A.B. Defense® GL-CORE M officers will have the standard 30 round mag in the rifle but will have an additional mag stored in the buttstock for easy access under high stress situations.

The F.A.B. Defense® GL Core M is a tactical buttstock with a multi-textured rubber buttpad and an integrated AR15 style magazine carrier. The GL-CORE M stock has ambidextrous rear QD sling swivel connectors molded and includes an interchangeable buffer tube adapter to provide compatibility with both Mil-Spec and Commercial buffer tubes. The GL-CORE M comes in Black, OD Green, and FDE colors.

F.A.B Defense® GL-CORE M Features

-Tactical buttstock with integrated AR 5.56 magazine carrier
-Optimized for a rapid magazine change
-Multi textured rubber butt-pad for a secure shouldering during rapid fire
-Interchangeable buffer tube adapters for a tight fit on Mil-Spec and Commercial buffer tubes
-Provided with one Ultimag 10 round AR magazine
-Includes ambidextrous quick detach rear sling swivel connectors

MSRP: $122

The GL-CORE M is available immediately through the nationwide dealer network or online at www.fab-defenseus.com.

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OCCAR Awards Consortium of HENSOLDT and THEON SENSORS with the Delivery of Binocular Night Vision Goggles for Belgian Defence and German Army

Friday, July 2nd, 2021

Wetzlar and Athens, 01 July 2021 – The multinational procurement organisation Organisation Conjointe de Cooperation en matière d’Armement (OCCAR) has contracted a consortium of HENSOLDT and THEON SENSORS for the production and delivery of Binocular Night Vision Goggles (BNVG) under the Night Vision Capability Programme. The first phase alone will amount to a high two-digit million euro value.

The contract includes 4,550 for Belgian Defence and 5,000 for the German Bundeswehr, as well as an option for another 20,000 BNVG for Germany. A full maintenance and repair service for up to 15 years is also included, as well as a series of accessories that will be delivered to the users. Deliveries will start in 2021.

Offering THEON SENSORS’ Mikron 16 mm BNVG, the consortium prevailed in an international open tender process.

Mikron is a spin-off from the well-known NYX family of THEON SENSORS. Using 16 mm tubes, the size and most importantly the weight of this binocular are reduced by up to 20 per cent without any major reduction in performance. Mikron is already in operation with various European end users. This is the first major contract that THEON SENSORS receives, through the consortium with HENSOLDT, for this new state-of-the-art system.

The consortium of HENSOLDT and THEON SENSORS is an ideal solution for the two states currently participating in the Night Vision Capability Programme, as both companies have proven track records in the field of image intensifier technology. With the combined production capacities in Wetzlar, Germany, and Athens, Greece, very large lot sizes can be produced in short time and on short notice. A transfer of technology from Athens to Wetzlar will enable HENSOLDT to not only assemble the BNVG locally but also to fulfil the contractual ILS obligations from a local site to Belgian Defence and the Bundeswehr, ensuring short ways and quick reaction times.

Andreas Hülle, Managing Director HENSOLDT Optronics GmbH, stated “The successful cooperation between HENSOLDT and THEON SENSORS is a win-win situation for Belgium, Germany and our two companies. This is undoubtedly a great success in an extremely important and great competition. This also opens the doors for synergies and co-operation in other areas within Europe. As a proud supplier to the German Bundeswehr with our sights and scopes for the Future Soldier Programme IdZ, we are happy to extend our portfolio with Binocular Night Vision Goggles and to continue to supply the Belgian Defence.”

Christian Hadjminas, CEO of THEON SENSORS and President of EFA GROUP, added: “THEON SENSORS’ consortium with HENSOLDT is in line with the vision of a strong and joint European defence industry and we will continue to work towards its development and implementation. This large contract is the culmination of THEON SENSORS’ hard work and effort in the field of Night Vision. Given that it is the largest contract ever signed for night vision equipment in the European market and, in general, the largest direct order to a Greek defence industry, we believe that this contract is a turning point for the Greek defence industry and its potential, but also for the country itself. At the same time, this contract is not only an important turning point for us in our history, but also a starting point for evolving THEON SENSORS from being a leading company in man portable night vision systems and thermal products, to a company also for integrated systems and platforms that enable interoperability and real-time information exchange with speed and security. Systems that drastically improve flexibility in decision-making in conducting military operations. This will be achieved through THEON SENSORS’ consistent policy of building strategic alliances especially in Europe.”

OCCAR’s Night Vision Capability Programme offers the possibility for other EU and non-EU countries to join via an established process.

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Fix It Sticks Introduces A New Compact Pistol Kit

Friday, July 2nd, 2021

Chicago, IL- Fix It Sticks, the industry innovator of modular firearms maintenance tools and torque limiters has introduced the perfect kit for handgun shooters, the Compact Pistol Kit. Designed to work with a wide array of handguns, the new kit features tools, wrenches, hex bits and even a variable torque driver. This comprehensive selection of components can handle almost any maintenance or setup task as needed. The Compact Pistol Kit is only slightly larger than a box of ammo, making it the perfect size to throw in a range bag, vehicle, ATV etc.

To maximize convenience and performance the kit comes with the Fix It Sticks Ratcheting T-Handle as well as the Mini All-In-One Torque Driver which is perfect for the optics commonly mounted on handguns. Pistol specific components include a Glock sight tool and 1911 bushing wrench.

Compact Pistol Kit includes the following parts, tools and bits:
• Ratchet T-Handle w/Locking Hex Drive
• Mini All-In-One Torque Driver
• Steel Pick
• Cleaning Brush Bit
• Aimpoint Bit
• Glock Sight Tool
• 1911 Bushing Wrench
• 3/32″ Pin Punch
• 1/8″ Pin Punch
• Four brass rods
• Set of two 8-32 adapters
• 12 Electroless Nickel Plated Bits: T6, T8, T10, T15, P1, H1.5mm, H2mm, H3mm, H1/16″, H5/64″, H3/32″ Extended Bit (for adjusting hard to reach screws on optics), SL5mm.
• Compact Carrying Case

The Compact Pistol Kit is contained in a soft zippered carrying case with a molded low profile bit holder that is designed to hold any bit / accessory with a standard 1/4″ Base (including Fix It Sticks Torque Limiters), and any 8-32 threaded component. With overall dimensions of 6 1/2” x 2 5/8” x 1 5/8” this kit easily fits in glove compartments, tool storage compartments, range bags, etc. The Compact Pistol Kit is now available with an MSRP of $180.

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Greenline Tactical Launches New Training Website

Thursday, July 1st, 2021

July 1st, 2021 (Jacksonville, FL): Greenline Tactical, a Red-Blooded American and purveyor of high-level training services, is proud to announce the launching of their new website (www.GreenlineTactical.com). After working off customer feedback and placing his students’ needs first, Greenline Tactical is happy to announce the launch of a new user-friendly website. This new site will make it easier for you to find out and keep track of what is happening in the life of the company in training, products, and future growth.

“The old website served me well but this new one is way overdue. I am excited about the ways that it will help usher in the future, while keeping my students needs in mind. This opportunity will also allow me to bring new products that I have designed to the market, which is something I am looking forward to show everyone.” says founder and owner Don Edwards.

The new website will showcase staff and adjunct instructor bios as well as a new products page.

New featured product:

Greenline Tactical has also release a private line of custom-built upper receivers that are hand-built by Don Edwards. These Upper Receiver Groups (URG’s) address the needs of the shooter, while perfecting areas of deficiency commonly found on lesser quality builds. Don has witnessed multiple guns break in his classes for many years and has decided to offer customers a better “No Fail” option.

All components are hand selected by Don and then inspected for quality before being carefully assembled. All URG’s are torqued to Mil-Spec and then receive a thorough final inspection before being deemed “worthy of gunfighting”. Follow the link below and secure one for yourself now, before they are gone!

www.greenlinetactical.com/store/p/upper-receiver-group-rosco

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CAA adds TrueTimber and MossyOak to MCK Line

Thursday, July 1st, 2021

The MCK (Micro Conversion Kit) handgun conversion kit from CAA USA is now available in both TrueTimber Strata (above) and Mossy Oak Bottomland (below) camouflage patterns.

The Mossy Oak and TrueTimber micro conversion kits will be available to the “die-hard shooter” and “avid hunter” on two platforms (Gen 1 and Gen 2)

CAA manufactures one of the most recognizable Glock brace ensembles on the market, all divided into two primary types: the MCK and RONI. While they’re most often associated with Glock brand handguns, they also have Smith & Wesson, Springfield, SIG Sauer, and other options available.

The MCK Mossy Oak is available in two different generations, Gen 1 and Gen 2. Both models are specifically designed with the hunter in mind, and both models are available in the popular Mossy Oak Bottomland pattern.

MOSSY OAK MCK

MCK Mossy Oak Gen1 Features:

No pistol disassembly is required; simply place the pistol into the kit, lock it, and you will be ready to hunt
Ergonomic finger groove grip for more stability
Top picatinny rail allows the hunter to mount a combination of sights and optics
Right-folding stock arm brace for easy concealment and carry, and it locks into the folded position
Front spare magazine holder for a faster reload
Allows for multiple handguns models in one platform.
Built in charging handle for quicker assembly and disassembly

MCK Mossy Oak Gen2 Features:

The rear door extends back an additional 15 degrees, making it easier to insert and extract the handgun
Accommodates suppressor height sights
Improved aluminum top picatinny rail for improved stability, durability, and accuracy
Improved spare magazine holder that operates with a mag catch and magazine release button
Suppressor friendly and can accommodate a suppressor up to 1.38’ diameter

TrueTimber Strata MCK

TrueTimber CEO Rusty Sellars says, “The CAA conversion kits are revolutionary, and we are really thrilled about what they have going on. This is a great opportunity to connect TrueTimber camo to the tactical world and CAA MCK to hunting enthusiasts with such a versatile product that has already proven its worth in so many different applications.”

CAA CEO LTC (Ret.) Mikey Harman advises,

“With TrueTimber’s unmatched dedication to the outdoor community, we at CAA found this partnership to be an absolute win-win. The versatility and modularity of the MCK platform lend themselves extremely well to the ever-growing handgun and PCC handgun markets.

Our success in the tactical, law enforcement, and sports shooting communities make the partnership with TrueTimber the next logical step in the MCK timeline. The MCK comes in 17 color choices including several custom Cerakote models and currently fits 115 handgun types with many more slated for release in the coming months.”

ADVANTAGES OF THE GEN 1 MCK TRUETIMBER

– No pistol disassembly required

– Allows for multiple handgun models into one platform

– Ergonomic Finger Groove Grip for more stability

– Top Picatinny rail, allows a combination of sights and/or optics

– Side Picatinny rails for mounting additional accessories, i.e., thumb rests, flashlights, and lasers

– Ambidextrous fast and easy handling

– Right-folding stock arm brace for easy concealment and carry, locks in folded position

– Front spare magazine holder for a faster reload

– Built-in charging handle allowing for quicker assembly/disassembly

– Exposed slide release for direct contact and easier use

– Offered in TrueTimber Strata camo, MSRP $349.00

ADVANTAGES OF THE GEN 2 MCK TRUETIMBER

– Gen 2 rear door extends back an additional 15 degrees, making it easier to insert and extract the handgun

– Gen 2 MCK accommodates suppressor height sights

– Features a new charging handle which makes more surface contact with the rear of the handgun slide

– Improved aluminum top picatinny rail for improved stability, durability and accuracy

– Accepts CAA USA’s new brass catcher

– Features an improved spare magazine holder that operates with a mag catch and release button

– Suppressor friendly and can accommodate a suppressor up to 1.38” diameter

More at the CAA website

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Bushnell Releases New Prime 1800 Laser Rangefinder

Thursday, July 1st, 2021

New LRF Serves as Milestone in Bushnell’s History of Laser Rangefinder Development

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – June 30, 2021 – Bushnell®, an industry leader in performance optics, has announced the introduction of the newest addition to its laser rangefinder lineup – the Prime 1800. Packed with added features such as Bushnell’s all-new ACTIVSYNC™ display system that fluidly morphs from black to red readouts based on lighting conditions, the Prime 1800 builds on the success of Bushnell’s 25-year legacy of laser rangefinder development.

With its all-glass, fully multi-coated optical path and extra-large laser aperture window, the Prime 1800 boasts double the light transmission over other competitive models. The Prime 1800 has also been designed for all day viewing capability made possible by the new ACTIVSYNC display. This intuitive display feature fluidly morphs automatically from black in the daylight to red in low-light conditions so users can always see their readings, whether at sunrise, midday, or dusk. The display can even show red and black simultaneously if the environment requires it.

“In order to fully leverage the excellent 2x brightness from our laser rangefinders, we knew adding an illuminated display would give users the ability to use it throughout the entire legal hunt time,” said Derek Osburn, Director of Optics for Vista Outdoor. “However, we also knew that we wanted to go further and apply our 25-year history of laser rangefinder innovation to this feature and have done so with the new ActivSync display. This intuitive design gives you a red or black display exactly when you need it, making it even easier to get an exact distance quickly and accurately.”

The new Prime 1800 offers effective ranging capabilities out to 1,800-yard on a reflective target and can reliably range trees out to 1,000 yards or deer out to 700 yards with +/- one-yard accuracy. The Prime 1800 comes equipped with Scan mode for fast ranging, as well as near/far target modes to allow users to home in on targets while ignoring objects in the foreground and background. The rangefinder also comes equipped with ARC (Angle Range Compensation) technology for angle readings in the field.

The Prime 1800 rangefinder includes a built-in tripod mount and lanyard holes, giving users multiple setup options to keep the rangefinder secure and stable. A threaded metal battery door can be found on the bottom of the rangefinder and a CR2 battery is included so the Prime 1800 is ready right out of the box.

Backed by Bushnell’s 5-year Lifetime Ironclad warranty, the Prime 1800 rangefinder is engineered and manufactured to withstand the ultimate test of years of use in the field. The Prime 1800 carries an MSRP of $249.99 and is available now.

To learn more about the Prime 1800, Bushnell’s 25th Anniversary of Accuracy or to see Bushnell’s full lineup of rangefinders and other optics, visit Bushnell.com.

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Blackhawk Introduces Streamlight TLR-7A Flex and TLR1-HL Tactical Weapon Lights

Thursday, July 1st, 2021

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – June 30, 2021 – Blackhawk®, a leader in law enforcement and military equipment for over 20 years, has partnered with Streamlight® to deliver two tactical weapon lights, the TLR1-HL® and TLR-7A Flex®. Already popular among shooters, both Streamlight models are designed to fit several Blackhawk holsters, most notably the Blackhawk T-Series. In addition, the TLR1-HL is compatible with the Blackhawk Omnivore holster.

With 1,000 lumens and a 928-foot beam at the ready, the TLR1-HL is designed to provide maximum visibility when illuminating a room, alley or other wide space. Meanwhile, the TLR-7A features 500 lumens and a 459-foot beam, but also comes with an ergonomic, ambidextrous on/off switch that can be customized for either a low or high position to match a user’s grip style.

Both lights feature a rail clamp system that securely attaches the light without tools and without a user needing to put their hands in front of the muzzle. The TLR1-HL mounts directly on Glock-style and Picatinny rails, and includes keys for Glock-style, Picatinny, Beretta 90-Two, S&W 99, S&W TSW and SIG P320 setups.

Each Streamlight is designed to withstand the tests of time and field use with anodized machined aluminum and IPX7 waterproof ratings. The TLR1-HL can run up to 1.5 hours on two CR123A lithium batteries and the TLR-7A can run up to 1.5 hours on one CR123A lithium battery. A safe off feature also prevents accidental activation and saves battery life.

The lights feature a black finish and engraved Blackhawk logo, are assembled in the U.S., and feature Streamlight’s limited lifetime warranty. MSRP for the TLR1-HL is $209.95 and MSRP for the TLR-7A is $174.95.

For more information about these tactical lights or compatible holsters, visit blackhawk.com. For more support or customer service, visit streamlight.com.

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Canadian Special Operations Forces Command Statement on the Summary Investigation into a Small Arms Weapons Incident that occurred on November 5, 2020

Thursday, July 1st, 2021

After an investigation into the incident, CANSOFCOM just released their statement on the November 5, 2020 unintentional discharge of a holstered SIG P320. The statement concludes that debris in the holster caused the incident and verifies that the holster was not the proper holster for the weapon. However, they go on to say that a properly fit holster would not have prevented the incident. I’m sure holster manufacturers will have something to say about that. Investigation into the incident will apparently continue.

As a reminder, here is our article containing SIG’s statement on the incident after it was disclosed by CBC on February 5, 2021.

June 30, 2021 – Ottawa – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces

The Summary Investigation into the unintended discharge of a holstered pistol during a Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM) training event on November 5, 2020 is complete.

The investigation found that the procurement process and execution of the training event were not contributing factors to the incident, and that no technical failure occurred within the pistol. The pistol functioned as per the requirements as demonstrated by the weapons technical experts who trialed thousands of rounds without a reoccurrence. The probability of this same incident reoccurring is assessed to be extremely low.

The investigation concluded the primary probable cause of the incident was due to a partial depression of the trigger by a foreign object combined with simultaneous movement of the slide against the pistol frame that then allowed a round to be fired whilst the pistol was still holstered. The investigation also determined that the previously issued holster employed at the time had not been modified for the new pistol. While the investigation concluded the use of a holster not specifically designed for the new weapon was found to be a contributing factor, it determined the use of any other holster would not necessarily have prevented the incident.

The investigation made several recommendations in the areas of further improvements to the process when procuring leading-edge equipment, fielding improvements and weapon system modification.

Central to the decision on the way forward is ensuring our members’ utmost confidence in the effectiveness and safety of their equipment and weapons. As such, the Command assembled a working group consisting of operators, weapons experts and procurement specialists to develop and assess a number of options.

CANSOFCOM leadership has directed a safety/risk assessment be conducted by a third party before taking a final decision on a way forward. This safety/risk assessment will take a number of months to complete.

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