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SHOT Show 17 – Blackhawk Convoy 1/4 Zip 

Monday, January 30th, 2017

Offered in Steel and Moss, the Convoy 1/4 Zip from Blackhawk is cut to help avoid imprinting when carrying concealed and incorporates zippered chest and sleeve pockets.

SHOT Show 17 – Hazard 4 Multi Pistol Carrier

Friday, January 27th, 2017

The Multi Pistol Carrier from Hazard 4 looks a bit like a lunch cooler but it has room for 6-14 pistols, depending on size and barrel length.

This padded case incorporates removable dividers, a top flap pocket, exterior PALS webbing and dual carry straps along with a removable shoulder strap.

Right now, only offered in Coyote.

www.hazard4.com

– Laurice Graves
SSD Correspondent

SHOT Show 17 – Gear Aid Tactical Knife

Friday, January 27th, 2017

You probably know Gear Aid under the name McNett. They’ve been offering tactical and outdoor accessories for years. They recently updated their Tactical Knife which is an inexpensive, fixed blade utility knife.

It features a 3″ titanium coated, 420 stainless steel blade with stiletto tip and glass breaker tang. The blade incorporates a cord cutter and serrations.  The polymer sheath can be mounted to PALS, clipped to items or attached to a belt.

www.gearaid.com

– Laurice Graves
SSD Correspondent

SHOT Show 17 – Aimpoint Micro S-1 for Shotguns

Thursday, January 26th, 2017

Aimpoint has a new Optic designed specifically for use on Shotguns. The Micro S-1 features a 6 MOA red dot.

It uses a carbon fiber reinforced mounting system attaches directly to the shotgun at any point along the ventilated rib, keeping the site low to the bore axis. It comes with interchangeable adapter plates for most popular shotgun rib sizes, with more on the way soon.

us.aimpoint.com/product/aimpoint-micro-s-1

Craig ‘Sawman’ Sawyer Gets Real with Firearms Industry, Veterans

Thursday, January 26th, 2017

One of the most well-respected veterans on the planet, Craig ‘Sawman’ Sawyer, speaks with fellow Special Operations veteran Aaron Barruga (Guerrilla Approach LLC) on issues regarding veteran exploitation in the private sector, the VA, and PTSD.

Check out the full writeup at tactical-life.com, and the full video below:

SHOT Show 17 – S&W Performance Center Shield 45

Wednesday, January 25th, 2017

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S&W revealed the new Performance Center Shield 45 at this year’s SHOT. The PC 45 Shield shares the same rough grip texture as the standard model, and features factory ported barrel and slide, and high visibility sights like the earlier 9 and 40 shield PC models. The PC 45 Shield is being offered both with and without a thumb safety.

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The 45 Shield PC is also being offered with tritium night sights in lieu of the high visibility contrast sights. Both models come with 1 extended 7-round magazine, and one flush fit 6-round magazine.

www.smith-wesson.com

SHOT Show 17 – Colt Ammunition

Wednesday, January 25th, 2017

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Colt partnered with noted ammunition manufacturer DoubleTap Ammunition to produce a range of branded ammo in both defensive and match-grade loads. The Defensive line consists of standard carry pistol calibers, such as .38 SPL, 9mm, and .45 ACP, with jacketed hollow point bullets. A 62 gr. 223 Rem cartridge is also offered under this line, featuring a bonded defense bullet.

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The National Match line consists of various pistol calibers, 9mm; .45 ACP; 10mm, as well as 223 Rem and .308 Win for rifles, manufactured to match grade specification for accurate performance on the range, oriented towards competition use.

www.colt.com
www.doubletapammo.net

SHOT Show 17 – Under Armour Wool Clothing

Wednesday, January 25th, 2017

This is the Stealth Mid-Season Reaper Kit from Under Armour. Featuring a woodland variant of their Reaper camouflage pattern, it’s made from a performance stretch wool which is water resistant.  There will be a variety of garments released in this line with some fleece lined.  

www.underarmour.com