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AG-Tactical to Offer Crye JPC 2.0 in MultiCam Tropic and MultiCam Black for European Customers

Sunday, October 25th, 2020

AG-Tactical is pleased to offer its French and European customers a limited-edition release of the JPC 2.0 in MultiCam Tropic and MultiCam Black. Getting these plate carriers made and available to our customers has been of the most frequently received e-mails to our customer service team since our release of the JPC in MultiCam Arid. Crye has just shipped out the finished items and the consignment is on its way to us as you read this post. Pricing and release date will be published shortly.

For those wondering ‘Who is AG-Tactical?’

AG-Tactical is a French company.

We offer the very best in U.S. made tactical gear and aim to stock product from the most innovative brands in the world – Eagle Industries, Drifire, AXL, Crye and many more.

Our catalogue will continue to evolve in order to offer our French and European customers the best of what is available on the market.

Also, we are always on the lookout for unique projects, specific products and personalized colors.

This special edition has been made possible thanks to Crye Precision, also with some small input from our friend Chris from TheFull9. Chris has been a friend of ours for some years and advises us on a few atypical and specific projects.

We invite you to read his very detailed reviews at TheFull9.net; we plan to have our future collaborations with him featured there in some detail.

Stay tuned!

SENTRY Products Group Hires Marketing Manager

Friday, October 23rd, 2020

Tom Norris joins the team at SENTRY Products Group™ as the new Marketing Manager.

Virginia Beach, Va. (October 2020) – SENTRY Products Group™, a leading manufacturer and distributor of products designed for the specific needs of elite forces, military, law enforcement, and the shooting sports markets, is pleased to announce that Tom Norris, a seasoned photographer and designer, and Navy veteran, has signed on as the SENTRY Products Group Marketing Manager.

“We had worked with Tom in the past and are thrilled to have him join the team under the SENTRY Products Group banner,” Terry Naughton, President of SENTRY Products Group, stated. “2020 has brought new challenges to everyone’s marketing efforts, and bringing Tom aboard is a significant step towards our commitment to supporting our customers and dealers. Tom brings with him an exceptional level of graphic design and communications skills that will bring our marketing efforts to new levels. His first project of was the re-launch of our web site www.sentrytactical.com, which has been very successful. As SENTRY continues to grow, it is imperative that our marketing is able to identify and reach our customers with effective, impactful messages. Tom is the right person to spearhead those initiatives.”

Norris is a graduate of Old Dominion University with a degree in Design and Visual Communications. He brings with him extensive experience in developing marketing and branding concepts for catalogs, consumable packaging, photography for brand and lifestyle, and developing branding campaigns. In his new role with SENTRY Products Group, Norris will develop and initiate marketing strategies that will increase brand recognition within the law enforcement, military, and outdoor enthusiast communities. He will be responsible for growing the overall brand image through SENTRY Products Group sales collateral, advertising, social media, videos, and more.

“I’m excited to work with my former colleagues again! It’s a great team of people and they create great products. As a veteran, it’s really important to me to believe in the products we make for the people serving on the front line and there is no doubt that sentiment is shared by everyone here at SENTRY. I’m looking forward to this opportunity to work with a brand that has such strong integrity to its people and its products,” Norris added.

Riton Optics Announces New Patrioptic Series, Assembled in the United States

Friday, October 23rd, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Tucson, AZ (23 October 2020) Riton Optics is proud to announce the first release of the new Patrioptic series of products.

As the World’s only Military and Law Enforcement Veteran Owned optics company, Riton has made their mark in the industry by providing quality, value and service superior to market competitors. In their mission to provide best-in-class products and service, Riton’s core focus is always on the customer, including customer product testing and customer influenced product development.

The Founder and CEO of Riton Optics, Brady Speth, stated the following: “It has always been a goal of ours to bring manufacturing to the United States, and the Patrioptic line is our first step in that direction.”

The Patrioptic series features the high-quality components and Riton HD/ED glass that consumers have come to expect in Riton’s product line.

The Riton Patrioptic 1-8×28 is a limited edition scope and the first release of the U.S. assembled line.  This scope features the First Focal Plane, illuminated CM1 reticle with daylight bright green illumination to ease eye strain. As a tactical riflescope, the Riton Patrioptic 1-8×28 is perfect for close quarters combat, while also offering the ability to accurately engage targets and range estimate once the magnification is increased. The optic also features an integrated, removable throw lever, and is adorned with a special American flag engraving on the turret cap.

As Riton embarks on this journey to produce U.S. assembled products they are eager to continue the process of developing high quality optics for their customers and are excited for the future.

www.ritonoptics.com/product/patrioptic-1-8×28

LMT Defense Begins Deliveries to the Estonian Defense Force

Friday, October 23rd, 2020

LMT Defense, America’s premier weapons manufacturer, is pleased to announce that it has begun delivering weapon systems and providing new equipment training (NET) to the Estonian Defense Force (EDF). A unique MARS-H 7.62 caliber rifle with a piston operating system was developed for this contract.  This new variant, in the 7.62 family of rifles, utilizes LMT’s patented Monolith Rail Platform (MRP). LMT Defense plans to offer the 7.62 piston operated rifles and components.

The contract award was announced in May 2019 LMT Announcement. The rifles are the LMT Modular Ambidextrous Rifle System (MARS) family of rifles (5.56 and 7.62) – Developed in 2014 and delivered, under contract, to New Zealand Defense Force. The MARS weapon platform is a true ambidextrous system – including: bolt catch, bolt release, safety selector, magazine release, and charging handle. Additionally, the EDF purchased 40mm grenade launchers.

These EDF rifles include a single position piston setting, a bayonet lug, and a European-style trigger that allows the operator to put the rifle in the safe position when the hammer is un-cocked. Furthermore, shot counters have been installed into a new LMT ergonomic grip.

Standalone Red Dot Ready Slides from Langdon Tactical Technology

Thursday, October 22nd, 2020

You asked for it and Langdon Tactical Technology (LTT) listened. The standalone 92 Elite LTT Red Dot Optic Ready Slide (Full-Size) is now available for purchase.

“We’ve taken our Red Dot Ready Optic Cut for the 92 slides and made it available as a complete stand-alone slide,” says, Ernest Langdon, President and CEO of Langdon Tactical. “You can now upgrade almost any 92 series pistol to take a red dot.” The slides are built-out with a front sight post and adapter plate already installed. Consumers will need to use their existing barrel, guide rod and recoil spring, however, Langdon added, “We would encourage customers to replace their locking block and barrel with a complete barrel assembly for proper fit with a brand new slide.”

Bolt on your choice of RMR patterned micro-red dot, assemble slide to your frame, and zero your pistol. It& will work on all full-size 92 FS models and forward, Brigadiers and M9A1 frames.

www.langdontactical.com/92-elite-ltt-red-dot-ready-slide

OTTE Gear Launches New Styles

Thursday, October 22nd, 2020

OTTE Gear is proud to launch a collection of durable, comfortable, and innovative insulated jackets and everyday pants built for wherever daily life takes you – down range, work and out to dinner with the missus. We used premium Primaloft® Gold insulation, Patriot Lite fabric, MultiCam® patterns, Cordura® and the best trims out there. What you get is a pupu platter of bells and whistles in great looking lo-vis profiles.

Bob Keller of Gamut Resolutions has been road testing the new collection since early development.  

The collection includes 3 everyday lifestyle pants for the guy who likes adventure, appreciates a good, flexible fit, and maybe has a job that has him going prone.

There is the OG Capital Pant which is a ninja khaki; the Universal CL Pant, a truly hot lo-vis cargo; and the heavy duty but lightweight OG Range Pant, which is also available in MultiCam® and MultiCam® Black.

We are also introducing two new Primaloft® Gold insulated parkas: The Lo-Vis (LV) Insulated which is a great all-arounder parka, and the HT Insulated, a new generation of our Heat Tab parka.

Check them out at www.ottegear.com and www.instagram.com/ottegear.

Task Force Dagger is Now Doing Business as Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation

Wednesday, October 21st, 2020

As of October 16, 2020, Task Force Dagger Foundation is doing business as Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation. The decision to update the name of the organization to include Special Operations was made to reinforce the commitment to the Special Operations Forces (SOF) community. Since 2009, Task Force Dagger Foundation has been a reliable resource for SOCOM and has provided more than $6.5 million in support to 3,600 families. The organization will continue to provide assistance to wounded, ill and injured SOF service members and their families through its three core programs: Immediate Needs, Rehabilitative Adaptive Events and the TFDSOF Health Initiatives. The rebranding includes an updated website and logo to reflect the new name. Visit the new website here www.taskforcedagger.org

This year has been a difficult year for many nonprofits, and Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation is no exception. As the need to support the SOF community continues, TFDSOF is seeking year-end contributions and recurring monthly donors so they may continue to assist SOF families as Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation.

To become a donor, contact TFDSOF Executive Director, Alan Williams at alan.williams@taskforcedagger.org or donate on their website www.taskforcedagger.org

HLC Industries – CORDURA TRUELOCK Fabric

Wednesday, October 21st, 2020

HLC Industries Inc. – makers of the CORDURA® TRUELOCK™ Fabric – Improving Soldier’s Stealth, available in a palette of 5 U.S. Military colors that can meet shade, UV and abrasion resistant color requirements in Solution Dyed colors of Coyote 498, Tan 499, Black, Ranger Green and Wolf Gray.

Sample Swatches + Marketing Materials available, Contact: peter@hlcindustries.com