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Safariland Introduces Ergonomic Shooters’ Range Backpack And Slim Fits for 575 GLS Pro-Fit Concealment Holster

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

New slim model 575 available for popular subcompact handgunsConvenient backpack design provides ergonomic solution for carrying range gear

ONTARIO, California – Safariland®, a brand of The Safariland Group, a leading global provider of safety and survivability products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets, today introduced its Safariland Shooters’ Range Backpack (Model 4559) with an ergonomic weight distribution design. Also announced – a super slim 575 GLS™ Pro-Fit™ Inside-the-Waistband holster for popular subcompact handguns.

“Our Shooters’ Range Backpack takes the typical range bag to another level, converting it into an easy-to-carry backpack with lots of pockets and storage,” said James Dawson, category director for Safariland. “It’s the perfect grab and go pack for several shooting activities with its great organization options and exceptional comfort.”

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Safariland’s Shooters’ Range Backpack offers an ergonomic carry with its thickly padded, curved shoulder straps, which help to evenly distribute the weight of the backpack across the upper torso, alleviating strain felt from bags carried on only one side of the body. The pack features assorted compartments on the interior and five separate zippered compartments on the pack’s exterior – one on top, three on one side and another large compartment on the other. The internal dividers allow storage and organization of a variety of shooting accessories.

With heavy-duty lockable zippers throughout, the pack has a reinforced large lower compartment for heavy ammunition, and a removable dual pistol sleeve for carrying multiple handguns. Constructed of ruggedly durable ballistic pack cloth, it comes with an all-weather cover and is available February 1 in either black, tan or gray. The MSRP is $195.00.

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Safariland also now offers a new slim fit in its 575 GLS™ Pro-Fit™ IWB Concealment Holster. The 575 is now available for several subcompact handguns including the Glock 43, Springfield XDS and Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9mm, .40, .45. The 575 incorporates Safariland’s GLS retention in an open top design with a slimmer, low-cut and compact body, allowing for a comfortable, smaller footprint over comparable models when wearing inside the waistband. The proprietary GLS secures the firearm once holstered, and retention is deactivated with the middle finger upon acquiring a standard shooting grip.

The holster body is comprised of SafariSeven™, a proprietary nylon blend, non-abrasive to the firearm’s finish and is fully functional in very high heat and extreme cold environments. Available
now, it comes in SafariSeven™ Plain Black and has an MSRP of $55.00.

Safariland also released a re-designed Enhanced 3-Gu Bag with an overall longer structure to fit longer firearms. New additional pockets have been added for extra storage. Also available February 1, the MSRP is $240.00.

The slim GLS Pro-Fit IWB Concealment Holster, Shooters’ Range Backpack and Enhanced 3-Gun Bag will be on display at The Safariland Group booth, #12762, throughout SHOT Show 2019 from January 22-25. For more information, please visit, www.safariland.com.

Tango Down Licenses AK Magazine Design to XTech Tactical

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

January 3rd, 2019

Mesa, AZ

XTech Tactical, an innovative firearms accessory manufacture based in Mesa, AZ announces the company has reached terms with Tango Down on a licensing deal. Here is the background of the licensed technology:

Around 2002, Tango Down released its AR/M4 ARC Magazine which featured a waffle pattern on its side walls and tread patterns on its front and rear. There were never any patents related to the features. That product continues to be sold today, and it is one of the strongest magazines available for the AR/M4 platform.

Around 2008, Tango Down designed and developed an AK magazine using the same waffle and tread features present on its ARC magazine. Due to the erroneous claims made by Century Arms against XTech Tactical in their common law trade dress lawsuit, XTech Tactical is announcing that it has licensed the rights to all IP related to the AK magazine formally known as the US palm AK30, from Tango Down. Tango Down designed the magazine and has never sold the design to any party including US Palm.

XTech Tactical does not require these rights or any rights from an outside party for its MAG47. “Tango Down has been a strong ally to our company, and we are very thankful for their cooperation during this time!” stated Jeremy Deadman, XTech Tactical’s Director of Sales and Marketing.

Century Arms has stated it acquired US Palm in March of 2018 after signing a terms sheet with US Palm’s owners in January of 2018. Century Arms previously had filed trademark applications on the US Palm name and logo in August of 2017.  In September of 2018, Century Arms filed and announced its first lawsuit against XTech Tactical, which was voluntarily dismissed by Century Arms.

Surprising to XTech Tactical, Century Arms then refiled in Arizona adding an AK Grip for which XTech Tactical is solely one of several dealers. Century Arms also added one of XTech Tactical’s owners as a defendant. This second suit is still active in Arizona.

XTech Tactical will be releasing several new products leading up to and at SHOT Show 2019 at its booth #4169. “We are believers in a free market that welcomes innovation and encourages fair competition. We will stay true to our core mission of listening to our customers, offering great customer service, and bringing innovation to the market. We could not be more excited for this year’s SHOT Show!” stated Deadman.

For more information on what the market has widely accepted as the best US Made AK Magazine  please visit www.xtechtactical.com/product/mag47-30-round-ak-magazine

For media, dealer, and wholesale inquiries please email jeremy@xtechtactical.com

Meopta USA Sport Optics Introduces New Optika6 Line of Riflescopes

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

TAMPA, FL, January 16, 2019 – Meopta USA Sport Optics is pleased to introduce the new Optika6 line of premium riflescopes.  This newest Meopta riflescope series features a 30mm tube, 6x zoom, zero-reset turrets and advanced MeoBright lens coating that delivers edge-to-edge clarity and exceptionally bright, sharp images. 

The Optika6 Shooting series is available with numerous first focal plane reticle options, including new DichroTech reticles, which feature battery-free illumination in any light conditions. The Shooting series is available in the following models: 1-6×24, 3-18×50,

3-18×56, 4.5-27×50.  There is also a 34mm 5-30×56 model with ED glass to eliminate chromatic aberration at high magnification.  All Optika6 Shooting series riflescopes feature rubber-armored target turrets for a non-slip grip.

The Optika6 Hunting series is available with numerous reticle options in the second focal plane, including new DichroTech reticles, in the following models: 1-6×24, 2.5-15×44,

3-18×50, 3-18×56 and 4.5-27×50.  The Optika6 Hunting scopes with capped turrets feature rubber-armored metal caps for the perfect combination of durability and functionality.

The Optika6 Shooting and Hunting scopes also come with illuminated reticle options and windage and elevation adjustments in either Mil or MOA. 

All Meopta Optika6 riflescopes are made of aircraft-grade aluminum alloy and feature:

– One-piece tube design

–  Zero-Reset setting for quick return to zero

–  Zoom ring with a multi-position throw lever

–  Rear-facing zoom display for easy viewing of power setting from behind the scope

–  Locking turrets

“Our goal is to deliver premium, European-quality optics to hunters and shooters at exceptional price points,” said Randy Garrison, Director of Meopta USA Sport Optics. 

“The Optika6 line of riflescopes does just that while continuing to deliver the excellent low-light performance and optical clarity that has become synonymous with the Meopta brand. We have differentiated our Shooting and Hunting lines to make it easier for consumers to pick the scope that’s right for them, but obviously some hunters will find the first-focal-plane Shooting models more versatile, just as many target shooters will take our second-focal-plane Hunting series to the range.”

Retail Pricing:  From $499 – $899

www.meoptasportsoptics.com

SIG SAUER Introduces the MCX Rattler Canebrake

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

Newington, N.H. (January 17, 2019) – SIG SAUER Inc. is pleased to Introduce the MCX Rattler Canebrake, the newest addition to the MCX family.

“The MCX Rattler Canebrake was created for those that desire the MCX as a suppressed system and eliminates the need to purchase additional components to do so,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc. “The Rattler Canebrake comes with a factory installed inert training device, making it operable right out of the box while NFA paperwork and waiting periods are completed, and then is easily convertible to run suppressed.”

The MCX Rattler Canebrake comes as a suppressor ready platform with an SD handguard and inert training device that mimics the size and weight of the SIGSRD762 suppressor and assures all muzzle flash is past the shooter’s hand when reaching out on the handguard during operation without a functional suppressor installed.   With the MCX Rattler Canebrake there’s no need for the purchase of a shorter barrel kit and SD Handguard to have a suppressed MCX system, simply unthread the inert training device, install your suppressor, and select the appropriate gas setting for your ammunition. Additional features of the MCX Rattler Canebrake include a 2-stage flat-blade match trigger, Cerakote E190 finished upper and lower, a folding coyote-tan PCB, and comes with one 30-round polymer 300BLK Magpul™ magazine.

The MCX Rattler Canebrake and the entire MCX series will be on display at the SIG SAUER Exhibition Booth at SHOT Show 2019 (#12240) in Las Vegas, Nevada, January 22, 2019 through January 25, 2019.

To learn more about the MCX Rattler Canebrake and the entire MCX series visit sigsauer.com.

Meprolight USA Unveil First Augmented Weapon Sight; the MEPRO FORESIGHT

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

Meprolight® brings the cutting-edge technology of augmented reality (AR) to weapon sight systems that allow a digital interface projected right on the lens. Meprolight USA® to showcase this newest innovation and only AR sight on the market, at the 2019 SHOT Show.

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Middletown, Penn. (January 2019) – Meprolight USA®, the US sales and marketing division of Meprolight®, a world leader in a variety of optic solutions from electro-optics sights, self-illuminated night sights, innovative pistol sights will be unveiling the most radical innovation in weapon sight systems in years at the 2019 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 22 – 25, 2019. The MEPRO FORESIGHT, the first augmented weapon sight on the market today, provides essential tactical data projected right on the transparent optical lens.

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The data, projected in real-time, includes battery level, sensor data, Bluetooth connectivity and a shot counter (future software upgrade). It has five present reticles for various tactical scenarios, a built-in compass and an inside leveler to maximize hitting capability. A built-in sensor allows for automatic brightness adjustment. A digital zeroing mechanism allows the user to load a present zeroing profile from Meprolight’s mobile APP (Android and iOS) through a Bluetooth interface.

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The Meprolight MEPRO FORESIGHT APP allows up to 10 zeroing weapon profiles or user profiles. It features up-to-date and the latest MEPRO FORESIGHT firmware a rich reticle database, plus it allows previously stored profiles from the mobile APP to the sight.

The MEPRO FORESIGHT augmented weapon sight powers with a rechargeable battery or USB-C port. The display window dimensions are 1.299” x .787” (33 x 20mm) with an overall dimension of 4.6” x 2.35” x 2.65” (117 x 60 x 68mm) and weighs a mere 9.9 oz. (280 grams). The MEPRO FORESIGHT is a game changer when it comes to optic solutions for the tactical or sport shooter.

Retailers can now order Meprolight® products, including new 2019 products from Meprolight USA®, the US-based division of Meprolight at sales@meprolight.us or call 833-MEPROLIGT (833-637-7654),

Commercially Availability: April 2019

www.meprolight.us

Meet the DRIFIRE FORTREX FR Contact Glove

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

Cleveland, OH –  The team at DRIFIRE® announces the launch of the DRIFIRE® FORTREX® FR Contact Glove.  

The DRIFIRE FR Contact Glove leads with the breathable, moisture wicking power of FORTREX FR fabric and a hex grip palm and fingers for optimized contact. Featuring breathable, moisture wicking FORTREX® FR fabric, the FR – flame resistance – is inherent; it won’t wash out – and won’t melt or drip. The ultimate in contact durability, DRIFIRE’s FR Contact Glove has leather reinforcements at the touch areas and weapons manipulation surfaces for a second skin feel with an enhanced Berry compliant FR hex grip on the palm.

See innovative technologies from DRIFIRE at SHOT Show, booth 32309 and in the New Product Showcase.

www.drifire.com/about-drifire/news-and-press/item/drifire-releases-the-drifire-fr-storm-system-and-the-drifire-fr-contact-glove

Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of Michael Haynes as Director of Brand Development

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

Mr. Haynes joins Point Blank with  13+ years of industry experience and has held various positions including Brand Manager, Marketing Director, Sales and Business Development Director, to name a few. Mr. Haynes also has product development and product management experience for both hard and soft armor ballistic solutions.

“We are excited for Michael to join the Point Blank team,” said Michael Foreman, Point Blank’s Executive Vice President of Marketing, Federal Sales and International Business Development. “This is an exciting time for Point Blank and we look forward to leveraging the vast industry experience that Michael brings to the team, which will further solidify Point Blank’s commitment to designing, producing and delivering the highest quality life-saving products in the world.”

As the Director of Brand Development, Michael will be responsible for insuring that the products developed, produced, acquired, marketed and sold, exceed the customers’ expectations in all market segments, while meeting the objectives for the company. The products include but are not limited to soft armor, hard armor, helmets, shields, and accessories for law enforcement, corrections, private security, and military personnel.

Michael will be attending SHOT Show held at the Sands Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada and will be available for meetings in the Point Blank Booth #11366.

www.pointblankenterprises.com

Phokus Research Group, Inc Announces New Wound CLUB and Wound Tube

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

San Diego, Ca. — Phokus Research Group, Inc., has announced the arrival of the new Wound CLUB, and Wound Tube. These two products will join the future award-winning Wound Cube. All three of their unique task trainers: Wound Cube, Wound Tube, and Wound CLUB utilize a see-through technology which accelerates the students understanding of proper wound packing and tourniquet application. The entire product line makes for effective hands on training during TCCC, TECC, TEMS, PHTLS, and STOP the BLEED classes. All products are built in the United States at Phokus’s San Diego, Ca. factory.

The Wound Club is a 2 in 1 – Junctional (axillary) and Upper Arm wound simulator with five realistic wound patterns designed into a semi-transparent silicone cube and tube combo. Our hyper realistic bleeding system makes this training device ideal for mastering basic bleeding control. Tourniquet training is easily accomplished between the Silicone Cube (Junctional) and the Silicone Tube (Upper Arm). Included in the Upper Arm is a realistic Brachial Artery and an anatomically correct Humerus Bone.

Features:
• 2 in 1 Training Device – Junctional (axillary) and Upper Arm Trainer
• Cube = Shoulder (Wound Packing Trainer)
• Tube = Upper Arm (Tourniquet, Wound Packing, and Pressure Dressing Trainer)
• Semi-transparent
• 4x Gunshot Wounds – Narrow, Small, Large, X-Large
• 1x Large Laceration
• Hyper Realistic Blood Flow
• Realistic Tissue Loss
• Realistic Tissue Density
• Anatomically Correct Humerus Bone
• Realistic Brachial Artery
• Compact Design (No wasted space)
• Durably built
• Affordable

The Wound Tube is an Upper Arm wound simulator with one realistic gunshot wound designed into a semi-transparent silicone tube. Our hyper realistic bleeding system makes this training device ideal for mastering basic bleeding control and tourniquet application. Included in the Upper Arm is a realistic Brachial Artery and an anatomically correct Humerus Bone.

• Upper Arm Trainer
• Tube = Upper Arm (Tourniquet, Wound Packing, and Pressure Dressing Trainer)
• Semi-transparent
• 1x Gunshot Wounds – X-Large
• 1x Large Laceration
• Hyper Realistic Blood Flow
• Realistic Tissue Loss
• Realistic Tissue Density
• Anatomically Correct Humerus Bone
• Realistic Brachial Artery
• Compact Design (No wasted space)
• Durably built

SHOT Show attendees can see firsthand these future award-winning products.

• ADS – Booth #20415 (All Phokus Products)

• Tactical Medical Solutions – Booth #6508 (Wound Simulation, and SSAVIE Products Only)

Both models are designed, machined, and assembled in the United States and backed by Phokus’s legendary Full Lifetime Guarantee.

For more information on Phokus® products, please visit us at phokusresearch.com