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Atlanta Arms wins at the 2020 World Speed Shooting Championships

Friday, October 2nd, 2020

[ Covington, Georgia — October 1, 2020 ] Atlanta Arms is proud to announce several prestigious wins with our ammunition at the 2020 World Speed Shooting Championships.

In addition to setting multiple world records, first and only to shoot under 60 seconds with a pistol, KC Eusebio claimed First Place Overall, First Place Open Champion, First Place Carry Optics Champion, and First Place .22 Rimfire. KC uses Atlanta Arms 9mm 100 Grain Elite Steel Challenge, a round developed by some of the best shooters in the game.

“The World Speed Shooting Championships has always been important to me. I started competing at the match at the age of nine and fell in love. I was able to take home my 7th World Speed Shooting title in open and it’s one of the best feelings to achieve such a coveted title. In addition to the overall win, I had the honor to take first place in Carry Optics and .22 rimfire pistol.

It’s truly a pleasure to press your trigger and feel a minimal amount of recoil generated by this specialty load. I honestly, could not have done this without Atlanta Arms. They have been the backbone of my shooting career for close to two decades and the QA/QC never ceases to amaze me. I consider myself fortunate to be part of such a great family.”
– KC Eusebio

KC’s next match will be the USPSA Carry Optics and Open Nationals in Frostproof, Florida on October 18-25, 2020.

Learn more about KC Eusebio at kceusebio.net

Viridian Debuts New E-Series Laser Sight for Taurus TX 22

Friday, October 2nd, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – October 2, 2020 – Viridian Weapon Technologies is proud to announce the arrival of the E-Series Laser Sight for the Taurus TX™ 22.. The new red laser sight will add versatility and speed to the TX 22, Taurus’s in-demand semiautomatic rimfire.

Viridian is one of the largest independent providers of weapon-mounted technology and the leader in equipping gun-specific products for the top firearms brands. The Taurus TX 22 E-Series Laser Sight will add a new dimension to the popular plinking platform and will offer a dynamic stand-in for those who want to train with a semiautomatic without the increasing expense of centerfire ammunition.

“Taurus makes exceptional firearms,” said Viridian President and CEO Brian Hedeen. “We are proud to work with Taurus’s product development team to offer Taurus customers lasers tailormade for their guns. With its performance trigger and exceptional ergonomics, the TX 22 offers shooters a tremendous amount of potential, and this new laser will add even more to the platform.”

Viridian’s E-Series line is purpose built for everyday carry and home defense and is equally useful on the range. The E-Series Laser Sights easily mount to the trigger guard and rail of the TX 22, and feature an ambidextrous on/off button that is readily accessible with the trigger finger. Each laser has a 5-minute auto shut off to help preserve battery life.

For information about the Taurus TX 22 and the E-Series Laser, visit ViridianWeaponTech.com.

Helion 2 XP50 Thermal Monocular from Pulsar NV

Friday, October 2nd, 2020

The Helion 2 XP50 Thermal Monocular is a powerful addition to Pulsar’s line of products. With an enhanced NETD <40mK thermal sensor, the XP50 can detect an adult-sized object in total darkness or adverse weather conditions up to 2,000 yards away, which is a 900-yard improvement from the Helion 1. With Picture-in-Picture mode on a spotless 640×480 AMOLED display, the Helion 2 XP50 is ideal for law enforcement, hog and varmint hunters and security professionals.

Features:
-Full color 640×480 AMOLED display
-Enhanced thermal sensor up to 2,000 yards
-8 color palettes
-Built-in recorder and camera
-Wi-Fi connectivity
-Up to 8 hours operation time on single charge
-16 GB memory
-Operates from -25C to 50C
-IPX7 waterproof rating
-Rechargeable IPS7 battery

pulsarnv.com

S.W.O.R.D. Defense Announces Piston Upper Receiver Group – Enhanced Release

Friday, October 2nd, 2020

New Upper Receiver, Superior Performance for our Warfighters

Sparks, NV — S.W.O.R.D. International’s Defense division has announced immediate availability of the Piston Upper Receiver Group-Enhanced (PURG-E). The PURG-E, which is designed to address problems identified by warfighters with current weapon systems and the M855A1 round. The PURG-E integrates with Mil-Spec lower receivers and was engineered and manufactured to provide a cleaner, highly reliable, and extremely durable operating system.

“The M855A1 has a number of characteristics in its design that make it an effective tool for the warfighter, some of those characteristics such as the increase in chamber pressure and cartridge design make it a liability for existing DoD weapon systems.  We designed our PURG-E upper to solve these accuracy, reliability, and durability issues.  The PURG-E upper converts existing MIL-Spec lowers to the right system for the M855A1 cartridge.  The PURG-E also allows for use of the readily available cartridges such as M855, Mk-262 MOD1, and COTS ammo.”
-Jeremy Elrod, President

New Upper for New Ammo

Created in response to direct feedback from those who have worked in the field, the PURG-E reduces fouling, gas blow-back, identified after adopting new M855A1 ammunition. The PURG-E is an upgrade to the M-4 Carbine, redesigned yet compatible with current issued M-4 Mil-Spec lowers having semi-only or select-fire systems.

Enhanced Features

PURG-E features are centered on the rotating bolt, which is built with added material and radius where it counts most. Other improvements include:

• A driving band ride surface and lubrication groove to minimize the flex seen with a standard ring style bolt configuration.

• A newly designed, incredibly durable ultra-lightweight bolt carrier that substantially reduces unlocking and recoil impulse.

• Enhanced materials used in carrier, bolt, and operating system to increase strength and reliability.

• Proprietary enhanced gas piston system to allow for use of traditional rounds and M855A1

These enhancements make the PURG-E a far more effective tool in the hands of warfighters while maintaining the tried and true proprietary, self-regulating, short-stroke gas piston system.

Specifications

Weight: 4.2 lbs

Overall Length: 23.5”- 25.5”

Height: 7 ¾? Rear sight to bottom of pistol grip

Barrel Length: 12.5”-16” Cold Hammer Forged

Caliber: 5.56 x 45 NATO (M855A1)

Mode of Fire: Safe, Semi-Automatic, Fully Automatic

Feed Mechanism: Magazine 10/20/30/60 Round

Operating System: Short stroke gas piston and pushrod system Rated action spring (Included) Hydraulic recoil damper (Included)

Coatings: Bolt/Extractor Titanium Nitride, MPI tested Carrier Black Nitride

For more information visit sworddefense.com/purge.

Nightstick Launches LGL-Series Dedicated Long-Gun Lighting Kits

Friday, October 2nd, 2020

New high-performance weapon lights for rifles, carbines, and shotguns with MIL-STD-1913 rails

Wylie, Texas – October 2020 – Nightstick, a global manufacturer of innovative, professional lighting products introduced their new series of dedicated long gun weapon lights with LGL-150, LGL-160, and LGL-170 models. These new high-power long-gun lighting options represent the pinnacle of performance in close combat/defense illumination technology for rifles, carbines, and shotguns with MIL-STD-1913 (Picatinny) rails.

Model LGL-150 features a compact body running on a single CR123 battery producing 450-lumens of crisp downrange lighting for two hours, illuminating objects and threats up to 220 meters (721 feet) away. Weighing in at only 4.2 ounces and made of 6061-T6 aluminum with a black hard-anodized satin finish, the LGL-150 is IP-X7 rated waterproof. Sharing the same rugged construction and waterproof rating, the LGL-160 Full-Size Long Gun Light Kit more than doubles the output to 1,100 lumens and 22,541 candela. With a longer 300-meter beam from two included CR123 batteries, the LGL-160 provides powerful downrange light for two hours. The all-in Nightstick LGL-170 Rechargeable Long Gun Light Kit generates a daylight-like whopping 1,500 lumens and 23,148 candela for an hour and a half and boasts a 304-meter beam distance. The fully equipped LGL-170 model comes with two 18650 li-ion batteries and a USB charger for hot-swapping convenience, with the multi-fuel flexibility to run optionally on two CR123 batteries.

“Our LGL Series is engineered to be as flexible as they are powerful, giving both law enforcement and gun owners alike multiple mounting and activation options up to a segment-leading 1,500 lumens,” says Russell Hoppe, Director of Marketing. “We designed these LGL-Series kits for both tactical and self-defense situations where intuitive activation and reliable performance are paramount.”

Each weapon light kit includes both a standard and 45-degree offset rail mount with thumbscrews, tail cap, and 6-inch remote pressure switches, RPS rail mount, and Nightstick’s own proprietary NS-WM1 wire-management clamp to eliminate snags. To learn more, please visit www.nightstick.com.

Midwest Industries Announces Release of New AR-15 Drop-In Trigger

Thursday, October 1st, 2020

The MI-TRIGGER-C features an innovative single stage drop-in design

Waukesha, WI (October 1, 2020) — Midwest Industries announced today that it will be releasing a new
drop-in AR platform trigger for the commercial, law enforcement, and military markets.””“Midwest
Industries is well-known across the industry for our ability to manufacture high-performance rifle
accessories for a variety of different firearm platforms. The new MI-TRIGGER-C provides shooters with the
ability to easily install our single-stage triggers in their AR-15 or large frame gas gun in mere minutes,” said
Troy Storch, Owner of Midwest Industries.

The MI-TRIGGER-C is spec’d strictly to Midwest Industries requirements. Designed to improve upon the AR-
15, .308 AR, and AR-10 platforms by incorporating the following features:
• 3.5lb single-stage curved trigger system
• Quick reset and low overtravel for enhanced speed
• Ultra-smooth break with a crisp, clean release
• Self-contained design offering easy and quick installation
• CNC machined from high-grade, heat-treated tool steel and aluminum
• Anti-walk pins and screws included with trigger

For more information on the MI-TRIGGER-C visit midwestindustriesinc.com.

XS Sights Introduces Pink Big Dot Night Sight to Support National Breast Cancer Foundation

Thursday, October 1st, 2020

Fort Worth, TX (October 1, 2020) – As a proud supporter of National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.® (NBCF), XS® Sights is offering an exclusive Pink version of its DXT2 Big Dot Tritium Night Sight through the month of October.  XS’s ‘Aim for Hope’ initiative will support the outstanding work of NBCF which provides help and inspires hope to those affected by breast cancer.  The foundation’s focus is on early detection, education, and support services.  XS Sights is committed through this campaign to donating a minimum of $3,000 to NBCF and the programs they provide.

“As a majority women-owned business, we are blessed to have the opportunity to support NBCF in helping women facing the cancer fight.  Our family has first-hand experience with the impact of the cancer journey…and most importantly the benefit of a supportive network and the hope it provides.  We are grateful to have this opportunity to support NBCF in providing resources during this life-changing experience as so many have done for our loved ones,” said Kellie Brunn, Co-Owner of XS Sights.

XS also wants to help bring awareness to women about the importance of carrying a firearm for self-defense. Michelle Waldran, a Team Walther Shooter, handgun instructor, and XS Sights Ambassador, said, “Starting your journey as a female gun owner or just making the decision to carry a gun for self-defense can be overwhelming and scary.  The key to safe gun ownership is knowledge. Prepare yourself by acquiring safe practices, elevated situational awareness, and training. It’s a lifestyle dedication.”

The popular XS DXT2 Big Dot Tritium Night Sights offer the best front sight visibility in all light conditions. The design of the sight – a large dot that is 0.188” in diameter with high-contrast front and a low-profile V-notch rear – coupled with the technology used in the proprietary photoluminescent glow dot that surrounds the tritium, drive the focus to the front sight and downrange threat in any light.

The limited-edition pink color is more than a statement of support, it offers a high-contrast sight picture when shooting in bright light conditions and maintains its visibility well in decreasing light levels.  In low light, the Pink Big Dot glows white to provide contrast against the green tritium. The photoluminescent properties absorb all ambient light, even from the tritium, intensifying the charge of the glow properties of the dot. This combination ensures the front sight will glow brighter than the rear to increase focus towards the front sight and the threat.

Another advantage of the XS Big Dot design is the dot-the “i” sight picture, with a tritium dot in the front sight and a tritium bar in the rear.  This helps prevent confusing the front and rear sight in high-stress situations. In most gunfights, the victim and attacker are both moving, and the wide field of view offered by the shallow V rear of the Big Dot increases the visibility of the front sight and the threat downrange.

The Pink Big Dot is available for the Glock 17, 19, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38, & 45 and Glock 42, 43, 43X, & 48 models. Installation might require filing to fit the sight into the dovetail.  Do not use a sight press or sight pusher tool.  Once installed, the Big Dot Night Sight fits in standard holsters.

Pink Big Dot Night Sight sets will be available at opticsplanet.com or xssights.com through the month of October while supplies last.

All tritium sights from XS are backed by a 10-year, No-Questions-Asked Warranty and 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee.  For more information on XS Sights, visit xssights.com or call 1-888-744-4880.

Blackhawk Expands SERPA CQC Concealment Holster Line

Thursday, October 1st, 2020

New Models for SIG P365/P365XL, Glock 48, S&W EZ 9mm/.380 Auto, Springfield Hellcat

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – November 1, 2020 – Blackhawk™, a leader in law enforcement and military equipment for over 20 years, announced today the addition of new SERPA® CQC concealment holsters for the SIG SAUER P365/P365XL, Glock 48, Smith & Wesson M&P Shield EZ 9mm/.380 Auto and Springfield Hellcat pistols.

The SERPA CQC concealment holster line is one of the most popular platforms for law enforcement officers, military personnel and responsible citizens. The new models are available in a right-hand configuration with a matte finish.

With their unique speed cut design, Blackhawk SERPA CQC concealment holsters have earned a strong reputation for a fast, smooth draw and easy, solid re-holster without slowing the user down.

For the ultimate in handgun security, Blackhawk SERPA CQC concealment holsters feature a passive retention detent adjustment screw and the patented SERPA Auto-Lock™ release, which offers Level 2 retention and reinforces a full master grip that allows users to draw normally with the index finder sliding from the holster body to the pistol frame in one single movement. Upon re-holstering the firearm, the Auto-Lock immediately engages the trigger guard with an audible click that won’t let go until released.

A belt loop and paddle platform are included. SERPA CQC concealment holsters also fit shoulder, S.T.R.I.K.E.®, quick disconnect and tactical holster platforms, making them extremely versatile.

For more information, visit www.blackhawk.com/holsters/.