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Potomac River Group to Distribute Wilcox’s RAPTAR Product Line

Thursday, March 7th, 2013

Wilcox Industries has announced a sole distributorship in the United States of their Rapid Targeting and Ranging (RAPTAR) and RAPTAR Lite to the Potomac River Group (PRG) of Ashburn, VA. The agreement will cover all domestic and government sales of the RAPTAR product line.

This partnership enables Wilcox to focus on the manufacturing and production of the RAPTAR line while turning over the distribution efforts to PRG. Wilcox will continue to support PRG with marketing and technical support as requested.

“Wilcox recently launched the RAPTAR and RAPTAR-Lite at SHOT Show in January and have had a very positive response to the products already”, said Jim Teetzel, CEO of Wilcox, “PRG has shown that they have the capabilities to run with the current success and proceed productively with distribution efforts.”

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“PRG is pleased to partner with Wilcox in the distribution of the RAPTAR and RAPTAR Lite”, said Frank Frysiek, CEO of PRG, “The RAPTAR will suit the needs of our Federal, state and local customers; while we expect the RAPTAR Lite will have applications for both law enforcement and sportsmen. Sales and dealer program details will be announced shortly.”

Wilcox’s RAPTAR is a lightweight, integrated technology system. RAPTAR harnesses and fuses an Infra Red (IR) Laser, a Visible Laser, IR Flood and a Laser Range Finder (LRF) all within a single, compact, ruggedized all-weather package. The RAPTAR Lite is a separate system that includes a red visible aiming laser, an infrared aiming laser, a variable focus infrared illuminator, and a 60 lumen SureFire flashlight that can be upgraded to a 120 lumen head to provide unsurpassed target illumination.

For ordering and pricing information on the RAPTAR and RAPTAR Lite please contact PRG at 703-771-3003.

TM-EO From TNVC

Wednesday, January 30th, 2013

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The TNVC TM-EO is a low-profile mount that adapts the EOTech 3X Magnifier to the Aimpoint Twist Mount Base, allowing operators to add magnification to their red dot optic. It attaches to the EOTech 3X Magnifier via two included bolts and places it at a “tall mount” height (lower 1/3 cowitness). The Aimpoint Twist Mount System is a highly versatile QD mount for affixing various optics to a weapon through its spring-loaded base that stays semi-permanently attached to the weapon’s receiver while the mount interface stays attached to the optic accessory. When the user requires the optic, he can quickly to add it to the gun, and remove it when not needed. This lowers the profile of the overall weapon platform while reducing weight. The TNVC TM-EO marries products from the two top red dot manufacturers in the market, providing a very versatile option to the operator.

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Their TM-14 Twist Mount Adapter for the AN/PVS-14 night vision goggle has been a huge success. It allows two very useful optics to be swapped on the rifle: the Aimpoint 3X Magnifier and the AN/PVS-14 goggle. But, many users of EOTech products (a significant portion of the market) have not been able to embrace the TM14 because they would have to give up their magnifiers. But fear not, EOTech users; TNVC has you covered. Simply use the TNVC TM-EO and you can have the best of both worlds!

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www.TNVC.com

WASP CNVD – New from TNVC

Tuesday, January 29th, 2013

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Designed as an intermediate-range night sight, the WASP CNVD is a new Picatinny Rail compatible, Clip-On Night Vision Device offered by TNVC, Inc. Offering clear night vision between 4X and 12X, the WASP CNVD produces relies on a 70mm Catadioptric Lens System that operates at an incredibly fast f/1.14 speed. According to TNVC, the image quality rivals that of most clip-on sights on the market at powers below 10X.

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Clip-On Night Sights are preferred by most operators for their versatility, being able to attach to multiple weapon platforms while producing less bulk and weight in the field compared to having to carry a complete night vision-equipped rifle on top of the shooter’s primary. The WASP CNVD is factory aligned to hold 0.5 MOA or better. Repeatability is achieved through the use of a Larue Tactical LT105 Quick Detach Mount. The WASP CNVD is powered by a single CR123A Lithium Battery in an O-Ring sealed compartment making the device weather resistant to rain and snow.

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The WASP CNVD is available in two image intensifier tube configurations. The ITT Gen3 PINNACLE Tube version is warranteed up to/including 7.62 NATO while the L-3 OMNI VIII MilSpec Contract Tube Version is warranteed up to/including .50 BMG. The WASP CNVD comes complete with a custom padded MOLLE pouch, Light Shield, Operator Manual, Quick Reference Card, Lens Cleaning Tissue, and Tube Data Sheet.

PHYSICAL SPEC
Dimensions: 6.38”(L) x 3.82”(W) x 3.38”(H)
Weight (w/o batteries): 27.5 oz
Center of Rear Optic: 1.49” (above rail)
Max Height: 3.08” (above rail)
Power: One (1) CR123A 3Volt Battery
Weapon Mount: Throw Lever-Type QD Mount
Operating Temperature: -40 F (-40 C) to 124 F (51 C)
Storage Temperature: -60 F (-51 C) to 160 F (71 C)
Submersion: None, Water Resistant

SYSTEM SPEC
Generation: Gen3 U.S. ITT PINNACLE and L-3 OMNI VIII Versions Available
Resolution: 3.2 cy/mr (Min), 3.5 cy/mr (Typ)
Signal to Noise: 21 (Minimum)
HALO: 1.0 (Max)

OPTICAL SPEC
Optimum Magnification: 3x to 12x
Magnification: 1x (Unity)
Focus Range: 5 m to Infinity
Field of View: 12°
Objective Lens: Focal Length 80mm
Objective Lens f/Number: f/1.14
Output Optic Exit Pupil Diameter: 36 mm

BORESIGHT SPEC
Accuracy: Factory Aligned to ½ MOA or Better
Adjustments: None
Repeatability: Within ½ MOA

DETECT MAN
Starlight, Low Contrast: 770 m
Starlight, High Contrast: 1080 m
¼ Moonlight, Low Contrast: 1100 m
¼ Moonlight, High Contrast: 1400 m

FACIAL ID RANGES
Starlight, Low Contrast: 75 m
Starlight, High Contrast: 110 m
¼ Moonlight, Low Contrast: 120 m
¼ Moonlight, High Contrast: 135 m

WASP Clip-On RECOIL RATINGS
ITT Tube: Up to/Including .308 (7.62x51mm NATO)
L-3 Tube: Up to/Including .50 BMG

TNVC.com

SHOT Show – Adams Industries

Thursday, January 17th, 2013

The sentinel is is now shipping. It’s manufactured completely from Delrin and aluminum. It can use the ball and plunger or dovetail mounts and incorporates onboard power but can also accept remote power via the ball and plunger mount connected to a battery pack. It also features a short range and long IR illuminator and available with standard gen III and white phosphor tubes.

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Additionally, Adams displayed a prototype illuminated magazine floor plate for navigation. They are still finalizing a few features but you should see these soon.

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www.adamsindustries.com

See the Paradigm SRP TALON Gyro-Stabilized Gun Platform

Tuesday, January 15th, 2013

See the TALON gyro-stabilized gun platform from Paradigm at the Legion Firearms booth (# 27108). This thing has come a long way since its first appearance on Soldier Systems. First off, they’ve added a camera system – one sensor looks through the scope and one offers a wide angle view of the target area. They also added a range finder and the system automatically calculates shot distance from heights and displays it on the hand controller screen. The TALON is totally automated and stabilized for helicopters, boats, and vehicles.

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The photo shows a SCAR H mounted in the TALON, but any weapon with a bottom rail on the hand guard can be utilized.

www.paradigmsrp.com

NavELite Compass in Action

Tuesday, January 15th, 2013

The guys behind the wrist mounted, backlit, NVG-compatible compass have released this video showing its various attributes. And now, it works while submerged.

www.navelite.com

The SR-71 ‘Pick’

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012

Offered by some guys I used to be stationed with in the Air Force, the SR-71, also referred to as ‘the Pick’, is a very specialized piece of kit used in airfield surveys.

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It’s a simple soil strength surveying device used Internationally by Surveyors when assessing semi-prepared and un-prepared airfields. Individuals or a team of surveyors can quickly assess large areas and trouble spots / weak areas on an airfield by ‘picking’ the ground and checking top layers of soil for indicators of GO or NO GO criteria. This can save a lot of time as you may find that there’s no need to even break out the Dynamic Cone Penetrometer.

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specialtacticssolutions.com/STS_Products

SXR Long-Range Low-Profile Night Vision Weapon Sight from SPA Defense

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012

S.P.A. Defense, a Global Night Operations Support Group, has just released the SXR Long Range Low Profile Night Vision Weapon Sight. It is manufactured by FLIR Government systems exclusively for S.P.A. Defense it is an I2 (Image Intensification, pronounced eye-squared).

Effective on all weapons platforms from carbines to .50 cal, but is optimized for medium and long range rail interface forward of any existing scope to provide night vision capabilities to the daytime target acquisition platform. The streamlined design of the external housing evenly distributes the weight of the SXR over the weapon system and eliminates barrel overhang. Additionally, the SXR can be installed, operated, and removed without tools and without affecting permanent bore sight alignment. The unit can also be mounted on a spotting scope for long range reconnaissance or as a hand-held night observation device (NOD).

It comes with an ITT Gen 3, OMNI-VII auto-gated Pinnacle technology, which provides increased resolution at high power magnifications, and shot placement repeatability within half-MOA accuracy. The SXR configuration has familiar operational controls that are identical to the MUNS and UNS systems which allows the user to maintain proper eye relief and stock cheek weld while making adjustments. It is available in two tube configurations and each SXR is built using a specially selected ITT tube that exceeds the minimum OMNI-VII spec. All systems come with a factory data sheet for the installed tube and a full two year warranty for the tube and system from the date of purchase.

The SXR is available in Tan or Black. Make sure to check it out at SHOT Show in booth #20543.

www.Spa-defense.com