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SureFire Phone Case Giveaway

Tuesday, January 26th, 2016

During SHOT Show we got samples of the new SureFire Phone Case and EarLocks. We have a Phone Case for the Galaxy S5 and one for the iPhone 6/6S as well as EarLocks for the Apple EarPods or standard circular earbuds. Winner must specify which one from each category they want. Products are new in box.  Prize includes phone case and EarLocks as well as SureFire morale patch.

  
To enter:
1. In the comments section of THIS article on SSD, tell us your favorite SureFire product. Only entries here are eligible to win.
2. Comments are open from now until 2359 Zulu on 27 January, 2016.
3. Use any alias you want to post but be sure to use a valid email address since that’s how we’ll contact the winner.
4. One winner will be selected at random from the comments we receive.
5. One entry per email address. We will delete entries that violate this policy.
6. Must be 18 to enter. Void where prohibited.

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Brownells, Axelson Tactical, and Team Never Quit Partner to Raffle Matt “Axe” Axelson Tribute Rifle

Tuesday, January 26th, 2016

  

The following is an overview of the technical specifications of the Axelson Tactical “AXE” Special Purpose Rifle. Each rifle has special engraving and has been Cerakoted with a 3 color camouflage pattern which was done by hand to provide each rifle a slightly different and unique look. Cerakote has been provided by PD Warehouse in Chandler, Arizona. All rifles are hand-fitted and checked by SIONICS Weapon Systems and inspected by a Master Armorer.

Upper Receiver Half: The upper receiver half is built around the SWS 18” Special Purpose Rifle (SPR) barrel. The upper receiver is a standard M4 styled flat top upper receiver with M4 feed cuts made from a 7075 T6 aluminum forging.

Barrel, SIONICS Weapon Systems: stainless 18” SPR barrel. The twist of the barrel is 1/8. This barrel is chambered in .223 Wylde, uses a .0995 gas port and features an M4 barrel extension. It uses a standard .750 gas block manufactured by Geissele Automatics. The muzzle device is a Battle Comp 1.0 manufactured by Battle Comp Enterprises.

Rail System, Geissele Automatics: MKII SMR 15” free-floating rail system.

Bolt Carrier Group: Bolt carrier is an M16 profile made from 8620 tool steel and features an NP3 coating. The carrier key uses (2) grade 8 fasteners and is staked to prevent loosening. The bolt is made from Carpenter 158 steel and meets standard MILSPEC requirements.

Sights, Magpul MBUS PRO: front and rear sights.

Charging Handle, Vltor/Bravo Company Gunfighter: MOD 4 handle.

Lower Receiver Half: Standard M4 style made from a 7075 T6 aluminum forging. It features an enhanced aluminum trigger guard from B5 Systems.

Lower Receiver Extension: Vltor MILSPEC dimension A5 lower receiver extension. It features a rifle action spring and the Vltor A5 5.33 oz. buffer.

Trigger Group, Geissele Automatics: SSA-E trigger.

Selector Lever, Battle Arms Development: Ambidextrous Selector Lever.

Butt Stock, B5 Systems: Enhanced SOPMOD stock.

Front Pivot Pin and Rear Take Down Pins, Battle Arms Development: Enhanced Pin Set.

Pistol Grip, Bravo Company Manufacturing: Gunfighter MOD 0 grip.

www.brownells.com

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CORDURA Brand – Less Suck Campaign

Tuesday, January 26th, 2016

At SHOT Show, I started to see the Less Suck campaign from Cordura Brand show up.  What do you think? 

  

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Post SHOT Show Wrapup – Randall’s Adventure & Training

Monday, January 25th, 2016

  

Randall’s Adventure & Training has some great survival tools and kits.  This new model, coming this Spring, features a tin with folding lid, along with fishing gear, firestarting kit, cordage, compass, snare wire, signaling devices and a simple blade.

www.jungletraining.com

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Post SHOT Show Wrapup – Ultra Strong Adhesive Tape from Safariland

Monday, January 25th, 2016

Safarliand’s Ultra-Strong Adhesive Tape is cut, UV, and moisture resistant.  In fact, it’s 15 times stronger than normal duct tape, thanks to the  Dyneema GT 60 material which is chemically inert and moisture resistant.

You can always come up with a use for good tape.  For example, it can be used to securely restraining suspects, enhance safety during explosives or ordnance disposal, emergency towing or hitching, and securing heavy loads. You can probably come up with a million uses for it.

www.safariland.com

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Post SHOT Show Wrapup – Hazard 4 Beachhead

Monday, January 25th, 2016

Although it was launched last year, this was the first time I had seen the Beachhead hoodie from Hazard 4 in person.

 

Clothing on a hanger is really hard to photograph so I’ve included the studio shot for clarity.

 

The Beachhead features an athletic fit and is made from a Lycra blend with a fuzzy backing. It was very comfy to try out and I think the tight weave will be good in the wind. Available now in Black and Coyote, sizes Small – 2XLarge.

www.hazard4.com/apparel/outdoor-wear/beachhead

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Post SHOT Show Wrapup – 50:50 Carabiner from AustriAlpin

Monday, January 25th, 2016

  
Rated to 26kn pull strength, the 50:50 carabiner is made from a steel alloy.  Its autolocking design allows for the ambidextrous one-handed opening of one section at a time.   It can be used for a wide variety of applications.  For example, as a belay carabiner in combination with a belay device, as personal anchor system, or for glacier tracks.

Available in Black, Blue and Orange.

www.austrialpin.at/climbing/autolock-karabiner/fifty-fifty

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Troy Industries Introduces GAU-5/A/A Reproduction Carbine

Monday, January 25th, 2016

Absolutely, the most exciting firearm announcement for me at SHOT Show 2016 was from Troy Industries. Owner Steve Troy and I first met in 1998 while serving in the Air Force while we were both deployed to Ali Al Salaam Air Base in Kuwait with different units. And, it’s in the Air Force that we both used GAU-5 and GUU-5 carbines.

The GAU-5/A/A was employed by participants in Operation Ivory Coast during 1970’s daring raid on Son Tay prison in North Viet Nam.

The attention to detail is fantastic and you can tell this was a labor of love for Steve Troy. I can’t wait to order mine. They’ve even included the old-style buttstock and pistol grip. Troy Industries has also created a GAU-5/P (below) with its more modern accessories.

Here is Troy’s press release:

In partnership with The National League of POW/MIA Families.

The GAU-5/A/A is the United States Air Force version of the XM117E2 Commando Carbine. This firearm historically replicates the weapon used by The Son Tay Raiders in the largest rescue attempt of American POWs. 45 of the 56 Special Forces troopers were equipped with the GAU during the night raid on the Son Tay prison camp. The GAU-5/A/A was highly desired by Commando Forces for its compact size, fire power, high reliability and reduced signature.

In partnership with The National League of POW/MIA Families, we offer this limited edition, historically accurate GAU-5/A/A with modern manufacturing excellence. Portions of the proceeds will go directly to support their sole purpose: “to obtain the release of all prisoners, the fullest possible accounting for the missing and repatriation of all recoverable remains of those who died serving our nation during Vietnam.”

Availability of this collector’s item is limited, pre-order yours today at myservicerifle.com.

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