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SIG SAUER Electro-Optics ROMEOZero Wins 2020 NASGW POMA-Caliber Award For “Best New Optic”

Wednesday, October 28th, 2020

NEWINGTON, N.H., (October 28, 2020) – SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to announce the SIG SAUER Electro-Optics ROMEOZero has been awarded the 2020 NASGW POMA-Caliber Award for “Best New Optic.”

The NASGW-POMA Caliber Awards are a partnership between the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) and the Professional Outdoor Media Association (POMA) to recognize new and innovative products within the sporting goods industry. Products for the NASGW-POMA Caliber Awards are submitted by the manufacturers for the various product categories and are evaluated for uniqueness, market need, value of the product, ingenuity, and presentation.

“This is an exciting award for the ROMEOZero and underscores the new innovation that SIG SAUER Electro-Optics has brought to the concealed carry market,” said Andy York, President, SIG SAUER Electro-Optics. “With sub-compacts and red dot optics gaining unprecedented popularity for everyday carry, the ROMEOZero provides quick target acquisition that you can rely on at an affordable price.”

The SIG SAUER Electro-Optics ROMOEZero is a micro open reflex sight that’s optimized for everyday concealed carry like the P365XL, and pistols with slim slide profiles such as single stack 1911’s and sub-compact firearms. The sight features a ruggedized, WeaponsGrade™ textured polymer body and the Spectracoat™ HD Polymer lens system. The ROMEOZero is available in 3MOA or 6MOA and features eight daytime illumination settings, MOTAC™ (Motion Activated Illumination System), and a 10-year battery life.

The ROMEOZero is designed, engineered and assembled in the USA at SIG SAUER Electro-Optics facility located in Wilsonville, Oregon. The optic is available for purchase at retailers nationwide and online at the sigssauer.com webstore.

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Savage Announces New Thumbhole 320 Shotguns

Wednesday, October 28th, 2020

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – October 28, 2020 – Savage Arms is pleased to announce the addition of three new models to their venerable Stevens 320 shotgun lineup. These new thumbhole stock pump-actions provide control and versatility and offer a new option for fans of the classic Stevens design and will be available this holiday season.

“Our Stevens shotguns have proven to be very versatile for hunters and home defense,” Jessica Treglia, Sr. Brand Manager at Savage Arms, said. “And now we’re adding the thumbhole option to our 320 line with a new Turkey gun, and two different defensive shotguns. These shotguns are light, highly ergonomic, and built on the tested pump action that makes Stevens shotguns so reliable.”

The new 320 Thumbhole Security provides a new level of ergonomics to the tested 320 action. The 320 Security Thumbhole model combines a 18.5” barrel with a matte black forend and aggressive stock texturing. Each is available with either ghost ring sights or a traditional front bead sight. Both options are chambered in 12 gauge and 20 gauge.

320 Thumbhole Security Features

• Pump action shotgun with dual slide bars and rotary bolt

• 12 & 20 Gauge Options

• Matte black synthetic stock and forend

• Thumbhole stock with ambidextrous cheek riser and rugged grip textures

• Chrome alloy steel 18.5” matte black security barrel

• 3-inch chamber

• Swivel stud on stock and magazine cap

• Bottom-loading tube magazine (5+1 Capacity)

• Recoil pad

• Ghost Ring Sight or Front Bead Sight models available.

Part No. / Description / MSRP

23246 / 320 Thumbhole BEAD, 12 GA. 18.5-inch barrel / $275

23247 / 320 Thumbhole BEAD, 20 GA. 18.5-inch barrel / $275

23248 / 320 Thumbhole GRS, 12 GA. 18.5-inch barrel / $305

23249 / 320 Thumbhole GRS, 20 GA. 18.5-inch barrel / $305

The reliable 320 pump action is now available in a thumbhole stock. The 320 Turkey also has an ambidextrous cheek riser. The olive drab stock and forend have built-in grip textures, and the receiver is drilled and tapped. It comes with an extended extra full turkey choke and adjustable fiberoptic sights. With its proven rotary bolt, and dual slide bars, the new 320 Turkey Thumbhole is ready to hunt.

320 Turkey Thumbhole Features

• Pump action shotgun with dual slide bars and rotary bolt

• 12 & 20 Gauge Options

• OD Green synthetic stock and forend

• Thumbhole stock with ambidextrous cheek riser and rugged grip textures

• Chrome alloy steel 22” matte black, ventilated rib barrel

• 3-inch chamber

• Swivel stud on stock and magazine cap

• Bottom-loading tube magazine (5+1 Capacity)

• Recoil pad

• Adjustable fiberoptic turkey sights

• Extended Extra Full Choke Tube (Win. Choke)

Part No. / Description / MSRP

23250 / 320 Turkey Thumbhole, 12 GA. 22-inch barrel / $323

23251 / 320 Turkey Thumbhole, 20 GA. 22-inch barrel / $323

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Petzl Connect Adjust – Black is the New Orange!

Wednesday, October 28th, 2020

Helix Operations are excited to have the first and only stock of the new Petzl Connect Adjust lanyard in black. Designed for climbing and mountaineering, the Petzl Connect Adjust is a single positioning lanyard with an adjustable arm offering quick adjustment when required.

The Petzl Connect Adjust has proved to be a versatile piece of equipment with a multitude of uses and is an essential piece of equipment carried by Instructors and operators. It is micro adjustable, compatible with a wide range of connectors, and simply attaches via a larks foots onto the belay loop to keep the system light and reduces the metalwork carried.

The Petzl Connect Adjust meets the EU regulation 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment and the applicable standard: UIAA 109:2018.

For further information, please contact sales@helixoperations.com.

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Kimber Names Troy, Alabama Corporate Headquarters

Tuesday, October 27th, 2020

TROY, AL, October 26, 2020 — Kimber Mfg., is pleased to name Troy, Alabama, as its official corporate headquarters and to announce it is hiring aggressively in all departments. After a carefully planned shift of leadership, R&D and manufacturing resources, Kimber has made substantial progress in the transition to its new, state-of-the-art headquarters in Troy, Alabama. The final step in completing this new facility is adding staff across all departments.

Kimber’s new headquarters is situated on 80+ acres with more than 225,000 square-feet of space and is now home to industry-leading design engineering, product management and manufacturing capabilities. After an exhaustive search, Troy was chosen for a multitude of reasons including its proximity to top-tier engineering schools as well as gun- and business-friendly support from the city of Troy and the great state of Alabama.

Kimber’s Alabama expansion is well ahead of schedule, having filled hundreds of its planned Troy-based positions. Kimber is seeking qualified applicants across multiple positions and business areas including CNC technicians, machinists, quality control specialists, lean technicians, design engineers, compliance analysts, customer service representatives, materials planners, maintenance technicians, finishing operators, and assembly technicians.

“Kimber is a great place to work, especially if you love firearms,” said Pedi Gega, director of assembly and product finishing. “We have two indoor gun ranges, one outdoor range, a state-of-the-art design and prototype fabrication center, and a dynamic team of professionals who pride themselves in producing firearms with unmatched attention to detail, design and performance. Every Kimber firearm is created with a unique blend of advanced precision technology and authentic human craftsmanship.”

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply at www.kimberamerica.com/careers.

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GM Defense Delivers First Infantry Squad Vehicle to US Army

Tuesday, October 27th, 2020

MILFORD, Mich. — GM Defense LLC, a subsidiary of General Motors, is celebrating the first delivery of the Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) – a light and agile all-terrain troop carrier intended to transport a nine-Soldier infantry squad and their equipment – to the U.S. Army as part of a $214.3 million contract awarded in June. GM Defense will manufacture 649 ISVs and will support the production of up to 2,065 vehicles with additional authorization over eight years. This is the first major award and delivery for GM Defense since the subsidiary was reestablished by its parent company in 2017.

The ISV is based off the award-winning Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 midsize truck architecture and leverages 90 percent proven commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) parts, including Chevrolet Performance race components. The 5,000-pound ISV was uniquely engineered to fulfill military requirements and designed to provide rapid ground mobility. The expeditionary ISV is light enough to be sling loaded from a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter and compact enough to fit inside a CH-47 Chinook helicopter for air transportability. The COTS parts, combined with the ISV’s innovative Rollover Protection System, will provide agile transportability on the battlefield to support mission success.

“One hundred and twenty days from contract award to delivery is a significant milestone, and I am very proud of the team for this accomplishment,” said David Albritton, president of GM Defense. “We’re leveraging General Motors’ engineering prowess and immense manufacturing capabilities to bring transformative solutions to the military vehicle market. Our initial success with the ISV shows our commitment to our customer and highlights our unique right to win in the military mobility market.”

“The value we bring to our Army customer is our willingness to listen and adapt,” said Mark Dickens, GM Defense chief engineer. “During Soldier testing, the feedback we received was paramount in delivering a vehicle that met Soldiers’ needs, while maximizing safety and performance and taking their comfort into consideration. The production ISV we’re delivering today is an evolution from our original prototype design, and it’s certainly a vehicle that is a source of pride for the team.”

GM Defense has a teaming agreement with Ricardo Defense, which will lead the Integrated Product Support for the ISV, including technical manual development, new equipment training, provisioning, total package fielding and field service support.

“The success of the ISV program within 120 days is a true testament to the hard work and determination of a great partnership between GM Defense and Ricardo Defense,” said Chet Gryczan, president of Ricardo Defense. “Ricardo Defense is proud to be leading the creation and integration of critical ISV logistics products to ensure a successful transition of the ISV to the Army’s inventory.”

GM Defense is driving the future of military mobility by leveraging the best-in-class capabilities of General Motors for unmatched innovation, proven performance and breakthrough life-cycle economics. The ISV will bring world-class manufacturing efficiencies, ease of maintenance and a well-established global supply chain to the U.S. Army.

Stay tuned for future updates on www.GMDefenseLLC.com.

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SIG SAUER Introduces SIG Custom Works Equinox Series

Tuesday, October 27th, 2020

NEWINGTON, N.H., (October 27, 2020) – SIG SAUER is pleased to announce the continued expansion of the SIG Custom Works series of pistols with the introduction of the SIG Custom Works Equinox Series of pistols for the P226 Equinox and P229 Equinox.

“This is an exciting addition to the SIG Custom Works series of pistols, and a must have for SIG aficionados and collectors alike,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales. “SIG Custom Works has recreated the popular two-tone, contrasting Equinox finish originally introduced over a decade ago for the iconic P226 and P229 pistols. These throwback limited-edition builds have the same look and feel of their predecessors that made the Equinox series a consistent request of SIG fans.”

The SIG Custom Works P226 and P229 Equinox pistols are 9mm hammer-fired pistols that each feature a black anodized metal frame and a Nitron stainless steel slide to achieve the two-tone equinox finish. The pistols are equipped with X-RAY 3 Day/Night Sights, Hogue classic contour SL G-10 grips, a short reset trigger, and pistol ships with (3) magazines. Exclusive SIG Custom Works feature include logo engraving on the slide, a Negrini SIG Custom Works case, challenge coin, and an official SIG Custom Works Certificate of Authenticity.

P226 Equinox Specs:
Overall length: 7.7 inches
Overall height: 5.5 inches
Overall width: 1.5 inches
Barrel length: 4.4 inches
Sight Radius: 6.3 inches
Weight (w/magazine): 34 oz.

P229 Equinox Specs:
Overall length: 7.1 inches
Overall height: 5.5 inches
Overall width: 1.5 inches
Barrel length: 3.9 inches
Sight Radius: 5.7 inches
Weight (w/magazine): 34 oz.

The SIG Custom Works Equinox Series is now shipping and available at retailers. To learn more about the SIG Custom Works P226 and P229 Equinox Series sigsauer.com.

The SIG Custom Works series of pistols includes the P320 AXG Scorpion, the classic line Nightmare Series, and the Equinox series.

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Cloud Defensive Releases New Torrent Weapon-Light Mounts

Tuesday, October 27th, 2020

October 21st, 2020: Cloud Defensive, an All-American lighting solutions and accessories manufacturer unveils their newest product offerings – the Torrent family of weapon-light mounts. The Torrent mounts are a direct partnership with Impact Weapons Components (in conjunction with Haley Strategic Partners) and manufactured exclusively for Cloud Defensive. The Torrent light mounts were designed to work with the new Cloud Defensive REIN weapon-lights and all Surefire Scout type patterned light bodies. The mounts allow the end user to position their weapon-light in the most suitable angle (depending on handguard configuration) for perfect beam placement on the threat. They also allow the user to accommodate auxiliary equipment (VIS/ IR lasers, back-up sights, etc) without hindering light placement.

The Torrent light mounts share the following specs and are available in these options:

Specs:

• Mil-Spec Type III Hard-coat anodized finish

• CNC machined from Certified 6061-T6 billet aluminum

Models include:

• Torrent (In-line) M-Lok mount $40.00

• Torrent (Off-set) M-Lok mount $50.00

• Torrent (SBR) M-Lok mount $50.00

• Torrent (SBR) Picatinny mount $50.00

“When we developed the new REIN series of lights, we knew right away that we needed a wide variety of light mounts to support them. So, we called our friends at Impact Weapons Components and got to work. It is our distinct honor to present you with the Cloud Defensive “Torrent series” line of mounts.” – Sean McCauley (CEO/ Cloud Defensive).

Effective immediately, the Torrent weapon-light mounts are live and ready for sale. For more information on Cloud Defensive and our products go to www.CloudDefensive.com

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Sons of Liberty Gun Works (SOLGW) Announces Distribution Partnership with Crow Shooting Supply

Tuesday, October 27th, 2020

San Antonio, Texas (26 October 2020) Sons of Liberty Gun Works (SOLGW) is pleased to announce the launch of a distribution partnership with Crow Shooting Supply, a family-owned wholesale distributor of firearms and shooting accessories based in Montezuma, IA. Crow Shooting Supply has an expansive reach, supplying both smaller retail gun shops and major sporting goods stores and government agencies.

Effective immediately, the partnership means consumers in all 50 states will have access to the complete line of SOLGW firearms and accessories, which set an industry standard for durability, quality control, and after-purchase support.

“This is a partnership based on chemistry and shared values. It was an easy choice to work with them as we grow our brand and expand into new markets where we are not well-known,” says Mike Mihalski, co-owner of Sons of Liberty Gun Works. “We have a great bond with our existing dealers, and we are maintaining those relationships. This new partnership with Crow Shooting Supply is simply the next step in our growth as a company. It expands our reach everywhere. We’re going to be able to put our firearms and accessories into the hands of customers nationwide at both small retail stores and at major sporting goods stores … except for Dick’s.”

Crow Shooting Supply is a family-owned national wholesale distributor of firearms, ammunition reloading components, and shooting accessories. Proudly serving retail gun shops, major sporting goods stores, gun clubs, shooting ranges, and government agencies for 35 years, Crow is a full-line supplier of nearly 140 of the world’s premier shooting industry manufacturers and prides itself on customizing products for individual customers. Visit their website at www.crowshootingsupply.com

Based in San Antonio, Texas, Sons of Liberty Gun Works (SOLGW) manufactures high-quality AR-15s, gun parts, and accessories. They have proudly produced hard-use guns for use by civilians and numerous government entities since 2014. The domestically produced firearms and accessories they produce are carefully tested and designed to meet or exceed any customer demand. For more information, visit www.sonsoflibertygw.com

Domestic and Government Sales Contact:
William@sonsoflibertygw.com

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