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GW Ayers III Joins Rainier Arms/Defense as Vice President of Government Relations

Thursday, April 18th, 2019

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Auburn, WA – Rainier Arms, leading distributor of high-end small arms and accessories, is excited to announce the hiring of GW Ayers III, as the company’s Vice President of Government Relations, effective April 15, 2019. In his new position, Ayers will be responsible for setting the strategic direction for all government sales, customer service and marketing initiatives for the Rainier Arms and Rainier Defense brands.

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Casey Ingels, CEO of Tactical Tailor and the Grey Ghost Companies stated, “GW’s hard work, reputation and dedication to the end user has been instrumental in establishing Tactical Tailor’s worldwide reputation and growth. Tactical Tailor will continue to work closely with GW in his new position with longtime Partner, Rainer Arms and Rainier Defense.”

“Through his combined passion for the firearms industry, undeniable track record in personal customer service and care and 22 years of service with the US Army, adding GW to the Rainier team was one of the most common-sense decisions we’ve ever made,” said Owner of Rainier Group, John Hwang. “His extensive experience in the government and firearms industry as a whole, positions him to help lead our team and take our products to the next level.”

Ayers, a 22-year Army Vet, joins Rainier with extensive experience in sales, customer service, customer logistics, manufacturing and supply chain operations. His previous experiences include 15 years of hard work and dedication to the Tactical Tailor and Grey Ghost brands; where his interactions and reputation with the end user was instrumental in establishing Tactical Tailor’s worldwide growth. GW stated that, “I am extremely excited to join the Rainier Group. We have worked closely together for the past 12 years and have a great relationship. This move will allow me to help all companies involved to reach more customers and support the end user with the best products and services that are available”

“I’ve personally known GW for over a decade and he’s one of the most respected people in our industry,” continued Hwang. “His vast knowledge in our space is only eclipsed by the deep relationships he shares with everyone he touches. The Tactical Tailor and Grey Ghost family and the Rainier Group has always had a close relationship due to proximity but over the past 5 years we’ve become even closer allies sharing events like TRIGGRCON and IWA. As we grow Rainier Defense, GW will be a key player to help solidify our position in that space to further enhance all of Rainier Group. It’s rare you can acquire someone of GW’s character to join your dynamic team but to do it while enhancing both organizations is quite special. “

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NP Aerospace Set for Global Growth Under New Ownership

Thursday, April 18th, 2019

James Kempston, CEO, NP Aerospace

NP Aerospace, formerly part of Morgan Advanced Materials, is set to strengthen its leading position in the Global Defence and Security Market under new ownership.

The company is a world leader in the design and manufacture of advanced armour technology for personal protection and military vehicle platforms. It has been jointly acquired by the PFN Group of Companies* and former NP Aerospace Executive, James Kempston, who is now CEO.

NP Aerospace products protect the lives of servicemen and women across the world, enhancing national security and resilience in the highest threat environments. The company is a major exporter of ballistic helmets and shields, explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) suits, body armour plates and composite vehicle armour systems, developed using ultra-lightweight, high performance materials.

NP Aerospace has integrated and supported over 2,000 military vehicles, including more than 700 of the UK MoD’s Cougar fleet of vehicles used in Iraq and Afghanistan. It has also supplied over 1 million combat helmets to UK, Canada, Italy and NATO allies and 200,000 body armour plates to the British and Canadian Armed Forces.

James Kempston, CEO, NP Aerospace comments: “The Security and Defence markets are seeing increased demand in terms of exports, innovation and technology. NP Aerospace is ideally placed to introduce ballistic armour innovation that ensures the highest level of protection and mobility for military and law enforcement personnel whilst maintaining cost efficiency.

“We have a long history in the materials manufacturing industry having started life as part of the Courtaulds Group in 1926. We entered the defence market in 1979 after winning the contract to supply the UK Armed Forces with combat helmets and have since then expanded our presence, improving armour technology and threat protection levels.

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“Our new ownership structure enhances our overall business agility and will strengthen our global export position as we continue to invest in R&D. I am personally very excited to be driving the next phase of our business growth.”

NP Aerospace employs 100 people across three facilities in the UK and Canada. Its UK facilities are fully ISO certified including an ISO 17025 UKAS accredited on-site ballistics range for armour testing and validation. The company also engineers and manufactures composite materials for a range of industries including medical platforms and antenna systems. High profile projects have included manufacturing the first moulded composite bikes for the Olympics, Sit skis for the Paralympics and the Bloodhound supersonic car.

*PFN Group of Companies Limited Partnership is fully owned by its General Partner, PFN Group of Companies Inc. PFN is 100% owned by Pasqua First Nation in Canada.

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High Speed Gear Signs William Petty of Centrifuge Training, LLC

Wednesday, April 17th, 2019

For Immediate Release – Swansboro, NC – Manufacture of Battle Proven Tactical Gear™, High Speed Gear® is pleased to announce the signing of William Petty of Centrifuge Training, LLC as an official High Speed Gear® brand ambassador.

“We are honored to bring on an industry expert with William’s caliber to our team,” stated Bill Babboni VP of Sales and Operations. “William’s extensive experience and history in Law Enforcement, Firearms Training, Instructor Development, and the Data Driven approach to Vehicle Based Tactics (VCQB) are exactly the knowledge and expertise we seek in both the development and representation of the High Speed Gear® product line. We look forward to supporting William in his activities and know that his use and feedback of our equipment will only help to make improve our brand for the customer’s that need it every day.”

For questions or inquires please contact marketing@highspeedgear.com

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OSS Introduces Radical Rimfire Suppressor – RAD 22

Wednesday, April 17th, 2019

Millcreek, UT – April 17, 2019 OSS Suppressors has introduced a new .22 suppressor that builds on their advanced Flow-Through™ technology to deliver unmatched performance for rimfire shooters.

The RAD 22 is built with OSS’s innovative Flow Baffle™ design. Based on patented Flow-Through technology, the Flow Baffle directs expanding gases away from the bore-line, and radial grooves route them forward through the suppressor and away from the shooter. This means it runs quiet and cleaner than other rimfire cans, and is easy to disassemble and reassemble without special tools or indexing.

Here’s what Tyler from The Bullet Points said:

“I was blown away by the Flow-Through technology, and the new RAD 22 is exactly that.

It’s RAD – and it’s very quiet and a blast shoot.”

RAD 22 specs:

• Delivers 115-119 dB performance at shooter’s ear on most rimfire rifles and pistols
• Made with titanium and 17-4 heat-treated stainless steel, and is 5.57” and 6.2oz
• Full-auto rated up to 5.7mm, has a lifetime warranty, and uses a ½ x 28 thread pitch to connect directly to the host firearm
• MSRP $449 / MAP $349 (Introductory Price ends Labor Day)
• Available for delivery in May.

For more information, visit OSS at our website, and our Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram channels.

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Maxim Defense Showcases Their 2019 Product Line and Previews the Newly Designed PDX in 300 Blackout at the 2019 NRA Annual Meeting

Tuesday, April 16th, 2019

St Cloud, MN – Maxim Defense, the premier manufacturer in PDW-stocks, pistol braces, accessories, and weapons, is attending the 2019 NRA Annual meeting in booth #3210. Along with highlights of their new products for 2019, and the newly designed PDX™, attendees can get hands-on with a preview of the PDX™ in 300 Blackout.

“The NRA Annual Meeting has always been a great venue for Maxim to display and introduce our new products” Said Michael Windfeldt, Owner of Maxim Defense. “and this year is no exception, we’ll have both the SBR and Pistol Brace version of our newly design PDX™ in 7.62x39mm and 5.56 NATO on hand, as-well-as a preview of the PDX™ in 300 Blackout”.

Maxim Defense PDX™

Leading the way in new products for 2019 is the newly-developed PDX™. Part of the MDX Battle Line, the PDX™ is available in 7.62x39mm and 5.56 NATO calibers, in both SBR and Pistol formats. The NEW Maxim Defense PDX™ is designed to handle the fierce demands of the Tier-1 community and dominate in close quarter encounters without sacrificing energy on target and accuracy. At just 18.75″ in overall length, 5 lbs. 11oz. in weight and a 5.5” barrel, the PDX™ is the ultimate choice for when concealment and personal defense are non-negotiable. The PDX™ will start shipping in the second quarter of 2019 with an MSRP of $2299.00 for either the SBR or Pistol Brace versions.

Calibers: 7.62x39mm and 5.56 NATO

Barrel Length: 5.5”

Colors: Black or Arid

Overall Length: 18.75”

Weight (empty): 5 lbs 11 oz

Muzzle Device: Maxim Defense HATEBRAKE™ Muzzle Booster

Stock: Maxim Defense SCW™ stock system (SBR and Pistol Brace)

Trigger: ALG Combat Trigger (ACT)

Maxim Defense SCW™ Stock System

The Maxim Defense SCW™ Stock System is one of the most complete compact SCW stocks on the market. Available in SBR and Pistol formats the Maxim Defense SCW™ has a collapsed length of only 4”. Both the Stock and Pistol Brace feature an integrated proprietary BCG with MILSPEC bolt and interchangeable buffer weights to give you the flexibility to maximize performance and versatility without sacrificing functionality. The Maxim Defense SCW Stock and Pistol Braces are simply the shortest, most thought-out, and durable SCW stock on the marketing. MSRP starting at just $369.95

Caliber: 5.56mm NATO, 7.62x39mm, .300BLK

Buffer-Carrier: H1, H2, H3, 9mm PCC

Material Composition: 7075 Aluminum

Finish: MILSPEC Anodized

Weight: 14.6 oz

Length: 4.0 inches 1st position (closed)

5.25 inches 2nd position

6.5 inches 3rd position

7.75 inches 4th position

8.75 inches 5th position (extended)

Maxim Defense CQB Gen 7 Stock

Like the Gen 6, the Gen 7 is a CQB stock built for comfort and durability for real-world use. No buttons to push, just pull the stock to deploy. At its most collapsed position, this CQB stock only adds 5.35” to your AR15. At full extension, the Maxim CQB stock is the length of an extended carbine stock. And with 4 total positions, you can adjust for maximum comfort and multiple scenarios. Rapid deployment, purpose-driven materials, and the functionality you need, the Maxim Defense CQB Stock is simply the most thought out, versatile, and durable CQB stock on the market. The Gen 7 is for those who want a sleeker profile, eliminating the side sling swivel attachment points from the housing. Instead, the Gen 7 comes with our ambidextrous sling mount already installed. MSRP starting at $369.95.

Caliber: Multi

Buffer: Standard, H1, H2, H3, 9mm PCC, JP Silent, Captured spring system [Proprietary & Exclusive to Maxim CQB stock]

Material Composition: 7075 Aluminum

Finish: MILSPEC Anodized

Weight: 18.5 oz

Length: 5.3 inches closed

6.8 inches 1st position

8.3 inches 2nd position

10 inches fully extended

HATEBRAKE™ Muzzle Booster

A common problem in short barrel PDW’s with low-pressure cartridges is reliable cycling. Maxim Defense HATEBRAKE™ Muzzle Booster is designed to regulate firearm exhaust gases to ensure PDW’s cycle more reliably. The primary design features include the redirection of the sound signature, decreasing the flash signature, significantly reducing recoil, and increasing accuracy.

The HATE BRAKE installs with a 3/8” drive socket from the front, enabling it to be installed under a handguard without removing the handguard. During installation, the HATEBRAKE locks into place with K-Taper, a patent-pending taper locking technology, replacing the need for proprietary tapered barrels. The external shape of the HATEBRAKE is designed to work with M-Slot compatible hand guards. The HATEBRAKE starts at just $199.95.

Caliber: 5.56 / 7.62 / 9mm

Thread Pitch: 1/2×28, 1/2×36, 5/8×24

Material Composition: 17-4 H900 Stainless / 6AL-4V Titanium

Finish: Black in color DLC [Diamond-Like Coating]

Weight: 4.6 oz

Length: 2.4 inches

Diameter: 1.620 / 1.75 inches

M-RAX Rapid Attachment System

Unlike the traditional M-Slot mounting systems, M-RAX™ utilizes the full slot of your rail, maximizing space. This makes the M-RAX™ system end-to-end stackable, giving you the option to create seamless monolithic rail sections where needed. Installation and removal is a breeze. Thanks to the spring-loaded screws, the M-RAX™ system removes mounting frustrations. Simply push the screw in with a standard hex tool and rotate 90 degrees. The locking lugs engage that readily. No more fighting or timing screws. Offered in 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 M-Slot lengths, the M-RAX is shipping today and starts at an MSRP of $39.95.

FITS: Compatible with all M-Slot handguards and forends

LENGTH/WEIGHT: 2 • M-Slot (3.145”) / 1.54oz

3 • M-Slot (4.720”) / 2.31oz

4 • M-Slot (6.295”) / 3.09oz

5 • M-Slot (7.870”) / 3.87oz

6 • M-Slot (9.445”) / 4.62oz

MATERIAL: 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum

FINISH: Hard Coat Anodize type 3 Class 2

Available in black and FDE

Visit Maxim Defense at booth #3210 to get a first look at the PDX™ in 300 Blackout and the 2019 line of Maxim products.

To learn more about Maxim Defense, please visit us at www.maximdefense.com.

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Grey Ghost Gear Deploys RRS Transport Bag

Tuesday, April 16th, 2019

Lakewood, WA

April 16, 2019

Grey Ghost Gear is proud to announce the release of the RRS Transport Bag; the “go-bag” revolutionized. The “bail-out bag” legitimized. The “Bag of Doom” optimized and essentialized. The…

Well, you get it. The RSS Bag was originally developed at the behest of several LEOs and First Responders from a cross-section of agencies in a large metropolitan area. They needed a go-bag with a slimmer profile and superior interior organization; we delivered the RRS Transport Bag. Grey Ghost Gear has been building best tactical gear available for years now. Everything we do is based on what the end user needs or wants, all of it designed and deployed at improbably stupid speed – the RSS Transport Bag is no different.

The RRS Transport Bag is the ideal size for storing in a vehicle, either behind or under the seats. Should you need to rapidly react to a critical situation, the RRS Transport Bag can be easily grabbed and brought into the fight.

The main compartment has ample room for a handgun or even a folded PDW/SBR, along with additional magazines, medical supplies, food/water, and other essentials. One wall has two zippered mesh pockets for organization, while the opposite side has a loop panel for attaching a hook-backed holster or pouch, as well as six elastic loops that are perfect for pistol magazines, flashlights, and other similarly shaped items.

On the exterior, both ends feature generously sized pouches with hook and loop and buckle closures to keep the contents secure…even when you’re at full speed. For those times that extended social work is required, we’ve put five rifle mag-sized elastic loops inside the flap pocket. These are also ideal for keeping a couple of tourniquets at the read. Adjustable (and removable) shoulder straps or dual carry handles are available to meet whatever carry style you, your equipment, and your mission demand.

The RRS Transport Bag is constructed from 500D Cordura® Nylon and is available in a vast array of colors to suit every need. As long as your needs are Black, Ranger Green, or Tan. Now is the perfect time to get one too – everything on the site is 15% off with free shipping and we’re giving away Turnout Bags with purchases of $100 or more too.

GGG builds equipment for every conceivable mission.

Grey Ghost Precision (GGP) is on Facebook at /GreyGhostPrecision/; Grey Ghost Gear (GGG) is on Facebook at /GreyGhostGearGGG/; Grey Ghost Canada is on Facebook at /GreyGhostCanada/. Connect with these companies on Instagram, @greyghostgear, @greyghostprecision, or @greyghostcanada. We’re on LinkedIn at /Grey-Ghost-Gear/. Subscribe to our YouTube channel right here. Grey Ghost Gear is a part of the Tactical Buyers Club. Follow us on Twitter, @GreyGhostGear, though we hardly ever say anything. Oh, and if we’re on Pinterest ain’t nobody told us about it. Still no channel on any of the naughty “Hubs” or “Tubes”, but if we had one it would be the most-watched one on the planet.

Grey Ghost Gear: Uncompromising gear for the uncompromising individual.

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1985–SureFire Model 310

Tuesday, April 16th, 2019

Released under a new brand name, SureFire, the Model 310 Tactical Light was the first dedicated handgun-mounted WeaponLight. It provided a rugged and reliable source of high-intensity light that could be conveniently mounted to a Colt 1911 pistol. At a staggering 15 lumens and powered by a single 123A lithium battery, the Model 310 featured two switches: A handgrip Pressure Switch activated the light as long as pressure was applied, while an On/Off Switch on the left side of the housing activated the light until the Off switch was pressed. Once again, a SureFire product created a new genre in tactical gear.

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Ruger Announces Six New PC Carbine Models

Monday, April 15th, 2019

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) is excited to introduce six new PC Carbine™ configurations including three free-float handguard models chambered in the popular 9mm Luger and three standard models offered in the highly anticipated .40 S&W chambering. These new PC Carbine models are offered in varying magazine capacity and threaded barrel configurations to ensure multi-state availability.

With improved utility for home defense and competition, the 9mm free-float handguard models feature a hard-coat anodized aluminum handguard with Magpul® M-LOK® accessory attachment slots on all four sides for easy mounting of M-LOK-compatible accessories. The appeal of the popular PC Carbine is further broadened with new models designed to accept the powerful .40 S&W cartridge.

All of these new models boast the hallmark features of the original PC Carbine. Uniquely designed for use with a variety of magazines, the PC Carbine has an easily interchangeable magazine well system that allows the rifle to accept common Ruger® and newer Glock® magazines. The PC Carbine also features a dead blow action with a custom tungsten weight that shortens bolt travel and reduces felt recoil and muzzle rise.

Similar to the popular 10/22 Takedown® rifle, the PC Carbine is designed for quick separation of the barrel/forend assembly from the action for ease of transportation and storage. Takedown is as simple as locking the bolt back and verifying that the rifle is unloaded, pushing a recessed lever, twisting the subassemblies and pulling them apart.

The rifles also feature a reversible magazine release and charging handle to accommodate right- or left-handed shooters. The bolt is machined from heat-treated, chrome-moly steel to ensure strength, structural integrity and durability. The cold hammer-forged, chrome-moly steel barrel with ultra-precise rifling provides exceptional accuracy, longevity and easier cleaning, and some models feature a threaded muzzle to allow for use of standard muzzle accessories.

The accurate sighting system features a barrel-mounted, ghost ring adjustable rear aperture sight and a non-glare, protected blade front sight. The durable, glass-filled nylon synthetic stock features a soft rubber buttpad with spacers to allow the rifle to be adjusted for different sized shooters or varying levels of outerwear.

The PC Carbine ships with the SR-Series™ magazine well installed and an additional magazine well that accepts newer Glock® magazines. A 9mm Ruger American® Pistol magazine well is available separately at ShopRuger.com.

For more information on the PC Carbine or to learn more about the extensive line of award-winning Ruger firearms, visit Ruger.com or Facebook.com/Ruger. To find accessories for the PC Carbine and other Ruger firearms, visit ShopRuger.com or your local independent retailer of Ruger firearms.

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