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SHOT Show 19 – Arc’teryx LEAF Atom LT Gen 2

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2019

During a recent visit to Arc’teryx HQ in Vancouver, BC, I discussed several new products with Fred Norton, including the Atom LT Gen.

The Gen 2 update offers a new silhouette as well as materials resulting in an improved fit and more breathable garment when you’re active.

New Features:
• Trimmer fit hood with updated design
• Moved from an internal chest pocket to an external left chest pocket for securing carriage of mission essential items.
• Updated the media port management system. Creating routing of communications cables on either side of the jacket now.

Other Features:
• Insulated Hood – allowing the option to use a hood when/if reqd.
• Full Zip Closure (w/No Slip Zip™) – prevents zipper from self-opening at collar
• Hand Zip Pockets (w/media ports in both) – allowing for convenience and the secure carriage of mission essential items
• Drawcord Hem Closure – vertically routed drawcord with enclosure mitigates snags and hang-ups

The ATOM LT ( Gen 2) line consists of Hoody, Jacket, Vest and Pants. It is offered in Black, Crocodile, Wolf Grey, and Ranger Green, sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL.

Available soon from leaf.arcteryx.com as well as your favorite LEAF dealer.

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SHOT Show 19 – More Details On SIG’s New 338 Norma Mag Machine Gun

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2019

The SIG SL MAG in 338 NM continues to impress. We got a few minutes to check a few of the features we mentioned in our initial article as well as some others. For example, it was designed specifically for use with a direct thread Suppressor. Additionally, SIG has developed an optic specifically for use with this and other weapons.

If you’re a machine gunner, you’re going to appreciate the adaptability of the feed mechanism and cover.

There are both top open and side open feed tray covers. This means the optic stays put.

Additionally, feed can be converted from left to right.

The SL MAG also does not require the gunner to open the feed tray to add a new belt. Simply insert the belt into the feed tray cover.

You’ll also notice an optic, mounted to the Picatinny Rail along the top of the receiver.

It’s based on the same technology developed for SIG Optics’ Ballistic Data Xchange or BDX family of optics for hunting.

However, rather than a separate, stand-alone Laser Range Finder, this optic features an integrated LRF in addition to Applied Ballistics software to offer a disturbed reticle as well as distance and azimuth to target on the screen.

This optic will also be featured on the SIG Next Generation Squad Automatic Rifle PON currently underway and could be used with any existing crew served or individual weapon. Additionally, it can be used in conjunction with a magnifier for long distance shots. SIG even mentioned offering a variable power magnifier for use with this smart optic.

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Come See SureFire At SHOT Show 2019

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2019

SureFire is debuting brand new WeaponLights and handheld lights for the first time at the show! In addition to illumination tools, the SureFire Suppressors & Weapons Division will be launching brand new products at the show. To see the best in illumination tools, suppressors, and tactical products, stop by the SureFire booth (#13968), located on the second level of the main hall of the Sands Expo Center during the 2019 NSSF SHOT Show, January 22–25.

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SHOT Show 19 – SureFire 40th Anniversary Display

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2019

SureFire is celebrating their 40th Anniversary and one of the ways they are sharing their heritage is with a manikin display depicting how their products have been used over the years. The display has many original artifacts, borrowed from the men who were there as well as Independent Studio Services.

From left to right you’ll see an LAPD Police Officer c Mid-1980s with a Model 87S Shotgun Laser Sight, LAPD Metro SWAT Team Member c 1996 with an MO5 Weaponlight Forend, US SOF Assaulter c 1993 with SureFire 6P mounted to weapon, US SOF Advanced Force Operations c 2001 with SureFire 6P mounted to weapon, and USASOC Assaulter c 2019 with SureFire Scout Light and Suppressor.

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SHOT Show 18 – Solkoa M-400R Combat Survival Evasion & Recovery Kit

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2019

Last year, Solkoa added their military survival kits to their website which allowed authorized customers to easily access their most popular kits.

This SHOT Show, Solkoa has introduced the M-400R Combat Survival Evasion & Recovery Kit. The bag was designed by EGL.

The contents are listed below, but the R suffix in the model number lets you know that it is a restricted kit due to ITAR.

www.solkoasurvival.com

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SHOT Show 19 – B&T Entries for US Army Sub Compact Weapon OTA

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2019

The US Army is currently evaluating several 9mm commercial sub machine systems to satisfy their Sub Compact Weapon requirement for Military Police Personal Security Details which protect dignitaries. Swiss company B&T has two variants of their APC9 under evaluation.

The APC9 is their standard model with collapsible stock and ambidextrous controls.

The APC9-K SD has a short Suppressor, under the handguard. While integral suppression was not a threshold requirement, it was an objective. Additional suppression to become fully ear safe can be threaded into the barrel.

Below are two photos which depict how compact the weapon is with the telescoping stock fully closed.

For more information on this product and other B&T products please visit their website www.bt-ag.ch/eng.

For information on becoming a B&T USA dealer please contact Jon Scott at B&T USA, +1 (813) 653-1200. Or email sales@bt-arms.com.

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SHOT Show 19 – Velcro USA

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2019

Velcro USA informed us that four new items have been added to the mil-spec.

First up is Type IV Class 4 & 6 (top) which is a sewable plastic hook and Type 1 Class 8 (bottom) which is the popular One Wrap with hook on one side and loop on the other.

Next is Class 6, a low profile loop.

Finally, is Class 7, a nylon circular knit.

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SHOT Show 19 – ITW 3DSR Tactical Buckle

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2019

Despite its 300 lbs load capacity, the 3DSR Tactical Buckle will release time after time, even under load. It is designed for side squeeze with a cupped hand, even when wearing gloves. Finally, it’s made from a fragmentation resistant polymer.

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