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GORE-TEX Professional Fabrics to Showcase New Products and Technology at AUSA Delivering Confidence, Protection & Mission Effectiveness for Army Soldiers

Thursday, September 23rd, 2021

GORE-TEX Stretch Fabric

Altama Apex Boots with GORE-TEX THERMIUM™ Insulation

The updated FREE EWOL GORE-TEX PYRAD® EnsembleElkton, MD, (September 2021) – W. L. Gore & Associates will be highlighting new product concepts intended to protect and support the Armed Forces in extreme and unpredictable situations. Products using GORE-TEX Stretch Fabric, GORE-TEX PYRAD® Fabric, and GORE-TEX THERMIUM™ Insulation will be on display at the GORE-TEX Professional booth #2617 during AUSA October 11 – 13, 2021 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC. During the three-day meeting & exposition, GORE-TEX Products will be highlighting Garments, Footwear, and Gloves designed with these technologies in addition to other protective technologies including GORE® CHEMPAK® fabrics.

GORE-TEX Stretch combines the highest level of protection with optimized comfort to deliver protection in the most demanding environments. Building on the recognized performances of durable waterproof, windproof, and breathability, GORE-TEX stretch fabric technology offers the additional benefits; reduced thermal burden, high agility and mobility, and improved equipment integration. This is achieved through an adaptive fit that reduces air gaps and leads to a more optimized design with less bulk. The fabric also delivers high flexibility in cold climates, and noise reduction. The stretch ePTFE membrane technology enables the design and construction of garments to have a more tailored fit, which improves the garments evaporative resistance and increases breathability by 25%.

Garments designed with GORE-TEX PYRAD® technology provide heat, flame, and flash-fire protection for defense personnel. To highlight this technology at AUSA, the updated Flame-Resistant Environmental Ensemble (FREE) EWOL jacket and trouser will be on display. This updated version will be leveraging GORE-TEX PYRAD® technology. This versatile technology offers the durable waterproof, windproof, and breathable protection you would expect of GORE-TEX products and provides some of the lightest weight, low bulk, flame-retardant garments on the market.

Building on Gore’s history of leveraging technology and science to improve comfort and functionality, GORE-TEX PYRAD® Fabric advances performance while maintaining protection. Products made with GORE-TEX PYRAD® Technology are breathable, lightweight, and flexible, and offer improved comfort during the most demanding tasks. The fabrics also pick up less water and dry faster than alternative flame-retardant fabrics.

Leveraging silica aerogel – the world’s best solid insulator – GORE-TEX THERMIUM™ insulation can provide unparalleled warmth without adding bulk. GORE-TEX THERMIUM™ Insulation can be strategically integrated into areas where it’s needed the most. Gore will feature the technology at AUSA in both Gloves and Footwear. A fully insulated boot from Belleville along with the uniquely designed APEX boot from ALTAMA will be on display. The ALTAMA APEX boot will showcase our most breathable GORE-TEX laminate with strategically placed THERMIUM™ insulation. Combined with new soling technology from Michelin, the ALTAMA APEX boot will provide a more versatile combat boot offering performance within a wider temperature range.

W. L. Gore & Associates is a global materials science company dedicated to transforming industries and improving lives. Since 1958, Gore has solved complex technical challenges in demanding environments, from outer space to the world’s highest peaks to the inner workings of the human body. With more than 10,500 Associates and strong, team-oriented culture, Gore generates annual revenues of $3.7 billion.

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AAC Announces Relaunch of Renowned Suppressor Brand

Thursday, September 23rd, 2021

Advanced Armament Corporation, known as “The Silent Authority” and the pioneering leader in firearm sound suppression since 1994, has just announced a major organizational relaunch and restructure of this trusted suppressor brand. This brand initiative represents a fresh, new chapter for the organization and its loyal consumers, as well as for the advancement of firearm suppressor technology, service, and innovation in the military, law enforcement, and civilian markets.

JJE Capital Holdings, which owns several brands in the shooting and outdoor industries, recently purchased Advanced Armament Corporation with the mission to strengthen the brand and to reaffirm its dedication to customer support while building on its core strengths of producing reliable, premium-performance suppressors for the modern military warfighter, defense professionals, and shooting enthusiasts across the nation. To maintain brand continuity and to ensure forward engineering and customer service under the newly established Advanced Armament Company brand, AAC will be staffed with a deep bench of suppressor industry professionals and AAC alumni, including Senior Program Manager Ben Bachmeier.

“We are fortunate to have acquired the former Advanced Armament Corporation intellectual property and brand name,” said Bachmeier, “this has given us the opportunity to start fresh with people who have been involved with and have been passionate about this brand for a long time, including myself. It is my intention to take care of the people that have, over the years, helped propel the AAC brand to its leading position in the industry.”

With the establishment of the new Advanced Armament Company comes a renewed commitment to quality manufacturing and attention to customer needs. AAC will provide service and repair of all legacy suppressors from the Advanced Armament Corporation brand and provide a new Lifetime Warranty for all new suppressors manufactured under the relaunched Advanced Armament Company brand.

As part of the brand relaunch, AAC will be updating its website in the coming months and standing up a new Customer Service Center at its corporate and operational headquarters in Huntsville, AL.

“The consumer is our main focus,” Bachmeier continued, “whether it is servicing current AAC products already in the field or developing new products based on what our customers need for their specific professional, competitive, or recreational shooting endeavors. And to our existing customers, we want to say that AAC hears you and we are going to do everything we can to take care of you…now and into the future.”

For more information on AAC’s current line of professional-grade centerfire rifle and pistol suppressors or to learn more about purchasing a suppressor through AAC, visit Advanced-Armament.com.

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Operation Garnet & Free

Thursday, September 23rd, 2021

USC Chapter of Turning Point USA Getting Firearms Education

Swansea, SC, September 23, 2021 – Panteao Sportsman’s club will host “Operation Garnet and Free” at its outdoor shooting range facility in Swansea, SC on Saturday, September 25th from 9 am – 4 pm. The event will host 50 students from the University of South Carolina who are chapter members of the national conservative youth organization called “Turning Point USA”.

Turning Point USA, or Turning Point, advocates for conservative values on high school, college, and university campuses. TPUSA has expanded its presence to include 2,500 high school and college campuses nationwide.

Katie D’Alois, President of the Turning Point USA at University of South Carolina said, “We are incredibly excited to be joining Panteao Productions and Champion Defense for this amazing opportunity. We are proud supporters of the protection of the Second Amendment, and we believe one of the best ways to do this is through educating people on the fundamentals of firearm safety and operation. The Second Amendment is our biggest line of defense against the rise of a tyrannical government, which is becoming increasingly important in today’s world of government overreach and abuse of power. It also is one of the most effective and efficient forms of self-defense, which has become even more important to me as a young woman living alone on a college campus.”

The class will cover a familiarization with various types of firearms and how to handle them properly and safely. Jay Harris, founder of Champion Defense said, “The firearms safety course introduces students to the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for owning and using a firearm safely. Through this course, the students will learn about pistols, rifles, and shotguns. They will receive instruction on the various parts and operation of each firearm to include ammunition, gun safety, shooting fundamentals, and shooting activities”

“This is a golden opportunity for Panteao Sportsman’s Club to give-back and provide a proper venue for our local students to get familiarized with firearms and learn the fundamentals,” said Fernando Coelho, President of the Panteao Sportsman’s Club. “We are very excited to work with Champion Defense and Turning Point USA to provide instruction that will not only make them comfortable with firearms and the rules of safety, but also to expose them to recreational shooting as an activity to enjoy for years to come.”

In addition to providing the range facility for the event, Fernando Coelho will have videographers from his video production company, Panteao Productions, on hand to film and document the event for release later this fall. The documentary video will be released in the MakeReady.tv lineup of programming.

Operation Garnet & Free is being supported by Ruger Firearms, Walker’s Ear Protection, Personal Defense World, along with local sponsors The Cigar Militia, The Melting Pot, Jacob Grey Custom, Lake Country, Palmetto Payroll Solutions as well as Galeana Automotive Group.

The Panteao Sportsman’s Club is located at 2040 Pine Plain Road, Swansea, SC 29160. For more info about the club, visit: panteaosportsmansclub.com

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Lantac Dragon Muzzle Brakes for the Wolfman Suppressor Feature Dead AirKEYMO Mount

Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021

Lantac® Dragon® DGN556B-WM, DGN300B-WM & DGN9mm-WM Muzzle Brakes with Dead Air® KEYMO™ mount for the Wolfman Suppressor.

For immediate release.

Lantac is pleased to announce that it has completed development of its latest range of Dragon Muzzle Brakes that features the Dead Air KEYMO mounting system for the Wolfman suppressor. Lantac’s range of Dragon muzzle brakes are industry leading products that fundamentally improve the way firearms function, reducing muzzle recoil to zero and giving shooters maximum muzzle control for fast and accurate follow up shots. The Dragon range of brakes are so effective that there is no ‘knock off’ from target and even full auto fire is possible with hugely improved accuracy.

Shooters can now enjoy advanced weapon control with the ability to mount the Dead Air Wolfman® KEYMO silencer to their firearms.

Dragon brakes are precision manufactured on Swiss lathes and machined from AISI4150 steel that is then hardened to 48-52Rc (Rockwell C) and QPQ (Quench Polish Quench) Nitrided to AMS2753D standards for enhanced corrosion resistance and improved lifespan.

The mount design is fully licensed from Dead Air, therefore customers suppressor warranty remains unaffected.

Ships with timing shim set.

Users should follow shooting guidance for the Wolfman as supplied by Dead Air.

Lantac recommends the use of semi-permanent thread locker Rocksett, sold separately.

These new muzzle brakes can be pinned and welded to 14.5’’ barrels to meet ATF 16’’ minimum barrel length requirements.

MSRP:

DGN556B-WM, DGN300B-WM, DGN9MM-WM: $142.99

Mechanical Specification:

Threads: ½-28 TPI (5.56x45MM/.223 & 9x19MM).

Threads: 5/8-24 (7.62x35MM, 300Blackout).

Weight: 3.68oz (104.3g) approx.

Dimensions: LENGTH:2.367’’ (6.01cm), DIAMETER, MOUNT 1.080’’ (2.74cm).

Fiber Laser marked for quality control.

Made in the USA.

www.lantac-usa.com

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Remington Bullet Knife Returns

Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021

Lonoke, Arkansas – September 21, 2021 – Remington has announced a licensing partnership with Smokey Mountain Knife Works (SMKW) to develop and distribute the 2021 Remington Bullet Knife, “Prospector”. Originally introduced in 1922, the Remington Bullet Knife series is widely known and sought after by Remington fans, knife enthusiasts and collectors alike.

“This knife has it all: nostalgia, functionality and quality,” said Danny Evans, Remington’s Director of Licensed Products. “SMKW has a longstanding relationship with Remington in licensed products. It was a natural fit to build on our partnership with SMKW and their long tradition with the Bullet Knife series.”

In 2021 Remington Ammunition continues to define a new era for such a heralded brand and the Remington Bullet Knife is another example of just how far Big Green has come. This Remington “Prospector” Bullet Knife is hand-crafted and finished to the highest quality standards by trained craftsmen. Remington Bullet Knives have been among the most collected knives of all time, and this knife both continues that long tradition and ushers in a new level of quality and craftsmanship delivered by SMKW.

“The most important fact about the Bullet Knife is that it has always been USA made,” said SMKW Founder Kevin Pipes. “We partner with the finest knife craftsman in the country to produce our knives, including Great Eastern Cutlery who is making this year’s Bullet Knife. The overwhelmingly positive comments attest to the knife’s quality and collectability. You can’t go wrong making an investment in “The Prospector.”

Remington is always seeking quality partners to represent the Remington lifestyle in new product categories. Please contact Danny Evans at danny.evans@remington.com with inquiries.

To be the first to hear about product availability, exciting new products and everything Remington ammo, visitors to www.remington.com are encouraged to sign up for Remington’s e-newsletter or follow Remington on social media.

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The Versatile Tasmanian Tiger TT Modular Computer Sleeve: Protection for Your Connection to the World

Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021

The TT Modular Computer Sleeve offers customers a variety of carrying options while protecting one of your most valuable professional and personal assets.

Knoxville, Tenn. (September 2021) – Tasmanian Tiger®, a tactical nylon line of products distributed exclusively for the US market by Proforce Equipment, Inc., introduces the TT Modular Computer Sleeve, a protective cover and versatile carrying case for a 15-inch laptop and a tablet.

Tactically designed for maximum protection and carrying options, the TT Modular Computer Sleeve is made of durable T-Square Rip material and padded for extra protection. Featuring a tablet sleeve on the outside to include an additional device, the TT Modular Computer Sleeve has hook-and-loop features that allow it to be attached in either the TT Modular 30L Pack or TT Modular 45 L Pack. Hook tape rests under the Tasmanian Tiger Logo on the front where Loop Name Tags can be fitted. The top laptop insert area is zipper secured and has a hook-and-loop strap to double secure the opening. Topside D-rings also allow the option to carry over the shoulder (carry strap not included).

The TT Modular Computer Sleeve is available in Titan Grey for an MSRP of $59.95.

Find a local dealer here for any of the exciting Tasmanian Tiger products.

Stay in the conversation by following on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. All sales inquiries can be directed to tt@tasmaniantigerusa.com.

TT Modular Computer Sleeve Front View.

TT Modular Computer Sleeve Back View with Molle.

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F.A.B. Defense Announces The Collapsable Rapid Adjustment Precision Stock – RAPS C

Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021

For immediate release – Modi’in, Israel. – F.A.B. Defense® is pleased to announce the collapsible Rapid Adjustment Precision Stock (RAPS-C) to the lineup of AR-15 style rifle stocks. The RAPS-C is in full production and is now available to dealers world wide.

The RAPS-C is designed for the precision minded shooter who wants a full featured adjustable precision rifle stock with carbine functionality. The RAPS-C was designed in a response to customer feedback that in turn gives added functionality to the already popular fixed rifle length RAPS stock. Shooters who prefer compact precision rifles will now enjoy an integrated cheek rest and adjustable length of pull (LOP) in a traditional carbine style collapsible stock.

The RAPS-C features a Patent-pending 1 latch system that locks both LOP and cheek rest height with one lever that can be configured for right or left-hand shooters. The RAPS-C also has a LOP memory feature that once set, the adjustable butt-pad will spring out to the same length every time. The RAPS-C also features a concealed Picatinny rail at the bottom of the stock for use with a monopod, a heavy-duty rubber butt-pad with height adjustability, and a retention bolt for determining optimal fit on MIL-Spec or Commercial-Spec Carbine buffer tubes.

Specifications:

For more information please visit: www.fab-defense.com

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Air Force Refines Pilot Candidate Selection Process in Support of Rated Diversity

Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas — Several Air Education and Training Command initiatives to remove barriers for qualified candidates in the pilot candidate selection process were highlighted in the Air Force’s six-month assessment of its initial Racial Disparity Report Sept. 9.

Pilot Candidates may now:

– Use their highest composite scores from any Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) rather than the most current score.

– Complete the Test of Basic Aviation Skills (TBAS) up to three times, with the third requiring a waiver from the applicant’s wing commander or equivalent.

– Re-take the AFOQT and TBAS after 90 days compared to the previous 150-day requirement for the AFOQT and 180 days for the TBAS.

– Participate in study sessions with other individuals who have not yet taken the test if the examinee has also never taken the AFOQT.

These changes came after extensive research conducted by the pilot selection process working group responsible for identifying potential barriers while upholding the standards of excellence in the Pilot Candidate Selection Method (PCSM) used since 1993.

“Our studies concluded that these changes will result in more qualified candidates of underrepresented groups being selected for training,” said Lt. Col. Brandi King, the working group’s Air Education and Training Command lead.

Prior flying experience a barrier to qualification

Prior flying experience, the second largest component of an applicant’s PCSM score, particularly poses a socioeconomic barrier to candidates without access to or financial means to pay for flying lessons. To address this barrier, the Air Force now considers only a candidate’s initial 60 flight hours when scoring a candidate.

“There is no evidence that more than 61 hours of flight experience poses a significant benefit to pilot training success,” said Dr. Katie Gunther, chief of strategic research and assessment at the Air Force Personnel Center. “The probability of success in flight training increases substantially from 0 hours to 60 hours, then relatively plateaus.”

The working group also found that removing the higher ranges of flight hours as part of the PCSM score would result in a more-diverse applicant pool. According to the Validation of the Pilot Candidate Selection Method 2020 report prepared by the AFPC Strategic Research and Assessment branch, removing the four highest ranges of flight hour codes would have resulted in 69 more Hispanic, 47 more female, and 26 more Black/African-American qualified applicants over a 12-year period.

“Flying lessons are expensive and could potentially exclude qualified candidates from becoming pilots in the Air Force due to limited income or lack of opportunities,” said Brig. Gen. Brenda Cartier, AETC’s Director of Operations and Communications and the pilot selection process working group’s overall lead. “In order to ensure we do not eliminate otherwise qualified candidates, flight programs have been implemented at both The United States Air Force Academy and the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Cadets receive free ground and flight training, and an opportunity to gain critical skills and directly improve their competiveness for pilot selection boards.”

Pilot selection process

A PCSM score quantifies a pilot candidate’s predicted aptitude for success at undergraduate pilot training. This score is comprised of the AFOQT and TBAS scores, previous flying experience, and other “whole-person concept” merits such as grade point average, physical fitness assessment scores and class ranking.

“Data supports that the PCSM is the best single predictor of pilot training completion. However, it is imperative that we continue re-evaluating our selection methods and remove barriers that hinder rated diversity without compromising test integrity or lowering standards,” King said.

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