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Thyrm Introduces the SwitchBack DF

Friday, July 24th, 2020

Designed for SureFire DFT Dual Fuel Flashlights

Sunnyvale, CA — The Thyrm® SwitchBack® turns your compact flashlight into a flexible, tactical tool. Since introduced in 2014, it has become the flashlight accessory of choice, providing a ring to facilitate retention, deployment, and other manipulation during searching and shooting.

The original SwitchBack was designed to fit the majority of SureFire handheld lights like the G2, 6P, P2. Unfortunately, the SwitchBack did not fit the new DFT (Dual Fuel Tactical) light. SwitchBack fans were outspoken in their desire for a DFT model and Thyrm has answered with the new SwitchBack DF. Features include:

• A finger ring that releases under heavy force/torque, but can be reset
• A MOLLE/PALS-compatible clip that allows for deep pocket carry
• A wide thumb rest with traction features
• Small crush ribs on the lip that create a custom fit

“Demand for this product has been high. Through our extensive R&D process, we’ve developed a SwitchBack that checks all the boxes” said Andrew Frazier, CEO. “As with our other gear, we are proud to design and manufacture the SwitchBack DF in the USA.”

The SwitchBack DF is in stock and available for purchase at Thyrm.com and at authorized dealers.

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Blackhawk Adds New T-Series Light Bearing Holsters for SIG P320

Thursday, July 23rd, 2020

New Level 2 and Level 3 Duty Light Bearing Holsters for SIG P320 with TLR7/8 Light

VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia – July 23, 2020 – Blackhawk, a leader in law enforcement and military equipment for over 20 years, announced today that it has added new T-Series Level 2 and Level 3 Duty holsters compatible with the TLR 7/8 pistol light for the SIG SAUER P320.

The Level 2 Duty (L2D) and Level 3 Duty (L3D) Light Bearing holsters are available in the right-handed configuration and provide SIG P320 owners with additional options when searching for the right carry platform. For those seeking an added level of security, the L3D holster features a hood across the back of the firearm for extra retention. Each holster comes standard with Blackhawk’s Jacket Slot Belt Loop.

As the world’s first thumb driven, dual-injected molded holster, each model features a soft touch inner layer that is both super slick and sound-dampening. This durable and efficient, low-friction design translates into a smooth, quiet draw or re-holstering of the sidearm. Externally, the T-Series holster features a proprietary, glass-reinforced nylon to ensure the highest degree of durability available in a duty rated holster.

The new holsters are designed to follow Blackhawk’s Master Grip Principle, allowing the user’s hand to land naturally where it should in order to deploy the sidearm.

For more information on the new T-Series L2D and L3D Light Bearing Holsters for the SIG P320 or to view the complete line of T-Series holsters visit www.blackhawk.com/holsters.

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Luxemburg-based Finance Company Compagnie du Développement de l’Eau Acquires Majority Stake in Germany’s Heckler & Koch

Thursday, July 23rd, 2020

Last week, Heckler & Koch announced that Compagnie du Développement de l’Eau, a finance company based in Luxembourg has acquired a majority stake in H&K.

Here is the announcement machine translated from the German original. Please excuse any syntax issues.

Luxembourg financial holding company CDE takes over a majority stake in the traditional weapons manufacturer Heckler & Koch

17.07.2020

The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy has given the Compagnie de Développement de l’Eau (CDE) approval to acquire a majority stake in H&K AG. New majority shareholder supports economic recovery and thus guarantees long-term stability. CDE stands by locations and the “Green Country Strategy” and wants to expand Heckler & Koch’s technology leadership.

The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi) approved the shareholder Compagnie de Développement de l’Eau (CDE) S.A., Luxembourg, to acquire a majority stake in H&K AG on July 15, 2020. The board of H&K AG was informed today that the CDE owns a majority stake in H&K AG.

The CEO of H&K AG, Dr. Jens Bodo Koch says: “We are very interested in clear and stable ownership. With a financially strong, long-term oriented majority owner like CDE, the economic stability of H&K is now guaranteed sustainably. The consolidation course started in 2018 can now be continued consistently. ”

After years of losses, H&K again achieved a profit of EUR 1.6 million in the past year. With a view to the first half of 2020, the Management Board expects a further increase in sales and an improvement in earnings.

900 future-proof and innovative jobs

H&K expressly welcomes the fact that continuity, stability and expansion of the technology leadership of the Oberndorf company enjoy special priority for CDE and that the new majority shareholder supports investments in production and development capacities in Germany in this context. “With CDE’s commitment, a good 900 future-proof and innovative jobs have been secured in Oberndorf,” says CEO Jens Bodo Koch.

CDE has been a H&K shareholder for five years and expressly supports the company’s “Green Country Strategy”. After that, the company only supplies democratic countries, which belong in particular to NATO and / or the EU, and are treated as equal to NATO. It is one of H&K’s corporate principles that weapons belong in the right hands. For H&K, these are soldiers and police officers in democratic countries, who ensure the security and integrity of citizens. They deserve the best equipment for their indispensable and often challenging hard work.

Continuation of the growth and innovation course

With the new majority owner, H&K can continue the growth and innovation course embarked on by the board. The success of this course is already visible. In 2019, the operating profit before taxes (EBITDA) was 30.3 million euros (12.6% of sales), 63 percent higher than in 2018 (18.6 million euros or 8.4% of sales) ). After a successful first half of the year, H&K expects to see profitable growth in 2020 despite the corona pandemic due to its sustainable business policy.

H&K’s return to the profit zone can be attributed on the one hand to a cost reduction program and a significant increase in production efficiency, and on the other to an agreement with the workforce to contribute to the consolidation of the company through additional work while at the same time reducing wages.

The positive development made it possible for H&K to put together an investment package worth 25 million euros, which has been used to modernize production and improve the infrastructure since July 2019 until next year. The company is now operationally profitable enough to manage investments like this from its own cash flow.

The overall outlook for the next few years is also positive. H&K was able to record record orders for the second year in a row. In the current year, the company has started delivering 2,000 medium-range weapons to the Hessian police to protect citizens in the event of terror and amok cases. Also this year, the Bundeswehr special forces will launch the new G95K (HK 416 A7) assault rifle from H&K. This weapon replaces the G36K, which also comes from Oberndorf. H&K’s latest success is the start of delivery of just over 6,000 M110A1 (Squad Designated Marksman Rifle / Rifle Scope / SDMR) precision rifles to the US Army.

We want people to be able to live safely. Our products are designed to protect people in liberal, democratic countries from threats and violence. Heckler & Koch is the leading manufacturer of handguns for the NATO and EU countries and is proud that its assault rifles are standard equipment for many European armed and security forces.

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Comp-Tac Wrapping Up Month Long Giveaway

Wednesday, July 22nd, 2020

HOUSTON, July 21, 2020 – Comp-Tac Victory Gear® is wrapping up a month of giveaways for their eV2™ Max Holster and new eV2™ Magazine Pouch.

Comp-Tac is giving away an eV2 Max Holster and eV2 Mag pouch every week during July through its social media platforms. Specific requirements are listed on the giveaway posts. The final two winners will be announced on Friday, July 24th and Friday, July 31st.

The eV2 Max is an appendix carry, low-profile, hybrid, inside-the-waistband holster with an interchangeable Kydex® shell. The eV2 Mag Pouch is an appendix, hybrid, IWB mag carrier designed to pair with Comp-Tac’s IWB holsters for carrying a spare magazine.

Comp-Tac also offers several IWB holsters perfect for summer use. In addition to the eV2 Max, the company has the Infidel Max, an all-Kydex holster with a cant-adjustable belt clip; the CTAC, an all-Kydex holster with tuckable belt clips attached by leather tabs; and the MTAC, a hybrid holster with a comfortable, two-layer leather backing and tuckable belt clips.

“Concealed carry can offer challenges any time of the year, but as clothing changes during the summer it can be even more difficult. Our giveaway allows us to continue to connect with our customers to showcase product and have a little fun during these hot months,” commented Bill Babboni, vice president of sales and operations.

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Aimpoint Announces Professional Discount Program

Tuesday, July 21st, 2020

Manassas, Virginia – Aimpoint, the originator and worldwide leader in reflex sighting technology has launched a new webstore, www.aimpoint.us. This new site offers consumers the ability to engage with Aimpoint and purchase the company’s products directly.

U.S. Military, law enforcement, EMTs, firefighters, private security, and state, local, and federal government employees will find access to discounts on Aimpoint products at the new webstore. To gain access, qualified individuals need only register by creating an account, and provide proof of affiliation from a list of acceptable documents. This program is available to both active and retired personnel. Further information regarding this program can be found on the Aimpoint Law Enforcement/Military Discount program page.

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Speer Ammunition Awarded Record $112M Contract with the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Tuesday, July 21st, 2020

LEWISTON, Idaho – July 20, 2020 – The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has selected Vista Outdoor’s Speer Ammunition brand as the awardee for their 9mm Service Ammunition. CBP is one of the world’s largest law enforcement agencies and is charged with border security while also overseeing lawful international trade and travel. This is the largest duty contract won in company history and solidifies Speer as law enforcement’s number one choice of duty ammunition.

This single-award, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract is a Strategically Sourced contract for all DHS components and other federal agencies with a maximum value of $112 Million dollars. The ordering period is for a total of five years with product delivery commencing this August.

“We are proud to provide the highest quality duty ammunition to CBP officers charged with the monumental task of border security,” said Speer Ammunition President Jason Vanderbrink. “We know they require the best ammunition in their mission to protect our borders and keep the homeland safe. The use of Gold Dot technology in this contract ammunition ensures the highest performance threshold and absolute confidence in on-duty performance.”

CBP selected a round utilizing the Speer Gold Dot technology, which has set an industry benchmark for both self-defense and duty use, earning the trust of consumers and law enforcement world-wide. The bullet features a pressure-formed lead core that is bonded to an extremely uniform jacket a single atom at a time that virtually eliminates separation on impact for more retained weight and consistent penetration depths. The Gold Dot hollow-point design expands consistently through the full range of barriers. Reliable ignition and cycling are delivered thanks to sealed primers and nickel-plated brass.

Speer ammunition can be found at dealers nationwide or purchased online direct from Speer. For more information on all products from Speer or to shop online, visit www.speer.com

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Team Wendy Releases EXFIL Adapter for AMP Communication Headset

Tuesday, July 21st, 2020

Adapter Breakaway Capability Improves Safety and Airborne Utility

CLEVELAND, OH (July 21, 2020) – Cleveland-based Team Wendy®, a leading provider of exceptional head protection systems, announced today the launch of its EXFIL® Adapter for the Ops-Core AMP™ Communication Headset. This headset, originally designed for Ops-Core’s ARC Rail, can now be also be mounted on Team Wendy helmets.

The adapter easily attaches each arm of the AMP headset to Team Wendy’s EXFIL Rail 2.0 or EXFIL Rail 3.0 accessory mounting systems. A press fit design – rather than a hard mount – ensures breakaway functionality when enough pressure is applied in an emergency situation.

“The breakaway capability is important for airborne operations,” said Mike Romanchek, director of sales and business development for Team Wendy. “The EXFIL Adapter reduces risk should lines get tangled around the headset by detaching from the helmet thus reducing the chances of equipment malfunction or injury.”

The EXFIL Adapter for the Ops-Core AMP Communication Headset retails for $21.99 and is available for purchase on TeamWendy.com and through authorized Team Wendy dealers.

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IWI Expands its Offerings with a Comprehensive Riot-Control Solution Providing Versatile Methods to Keep Public Order and Safety

Monday, July 20th, 2020

Aiming at minimizing the use of force the solution integrates top-level methodology with cutting-edge technologies, defensive and offensive equipment, and tailored trainingJuly 16, 2020 IWI – Israel Weapon Industries, an SK Group Member and a leader in the production of combat-proven small arms for military forces, police units, law enforcement agencies, and governmental entities around the world – announces the expanding of its portfolio with a comprehensive riot-control solution. The newly offered solution uses versatile methods to maintain the public order and safety with minimum force application. These qualities make it – as intended – perfectly suitable for the operational use of Law Enforcement Agencies, Military Personnel, Police Units, Prison Services, and riot-control Special Forces.

IWI’s riot-control solution, tailored to client’s needs, includes conceptual and operative methodology, defensive products such as tactical anti-stab uniforms, anti-stab and bulletproof vests, tactical helmets, shield, multipurpose grenades and more, offensive tools such as multi-shot 12 gauge shotguns, 37-38mm launcher, 40mm launcher, ammunition, drones, and tactical courses for all levels.

“Civil disorder, characterized by extremists violently demonstrating, or even a legal and peaceful demonstration which escalated into an uncontrollable riot, can result in property damage and human casualties. There is a great importance to handle the situation with minimum use of force and lethal equipment to keep the public safe and retrieve order”, says Ronen Hamudot, VP Marketing and Sales at SK Group. “Only a well-structured methodology of proper use of law enforcement techniques, procedures, and tools will ensure the order and reestablish the confidence to the citizens”.

Hamudot explains that IWI’s vast experience with proven track record as a solutions provider, for military forces and law enforcement agencies enabled the company to create a holistic solution that gives the authorities the right means to control a riot while minimizing the use of force and avoiding unnecessary casualties. “As the pandemic continues to spread around the world, and with its effect on different aspects of our lives, there is a greater need for such a solution to keep the civilians safe”, he says.

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