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Wednesday, August 5th, 2015Grey Ghost Precision YouTube Channel
Tuesday, August 4th, 2015Grey Ghost Precision has launched a new YouTube channel. It features product reviews and videos of the latest offerings from the GGP line. You can check it out here.
Griffin Armament Announces New 30SD Silencer
Tuesday, August 4th, 2015
Griffin Armament is now shipping their new 30SD (mod2) suppressor. It features a tube ‘chassis’ machined from billet 17-4 with an integral blast chamber and front mount support, as well as patent pending fluting that increases surface area by 40%, leading to increased cooling efficiency and durability.
The 30SD (mod2) suppressor utilizes the Griffin SDQD interface which uses a heavy duty spring plate / locking gate system, which offers severely reduced wear when compared to traditional metal on metal ratcheting component mounting systems. The 30SD (mod2) also features a low-profile flash suppressor.
The 30SD comes with a 2-port 30 caliber muzzle brake, and for a limited time, when purchased through SilencerShop.com, a 5.56mm M4SD Hammer Comp mount.
Features
– 7.5″ 5.56mm
– 8″ 300BLK
– 8″ 7.62×39
– 8″ 6.8SPC
– 12.5″ 7.62×51
– 24″ 300WM
www.griffinarmament.com/30SD-762mm-QD-Silencer-p/ga30sd
U.S. Tactical Supply – ODOC 40MM Less Lethal Demo
Monday, August 3rd, 2015
U.S. Tactical Supply is hosing a Less Lethal Demo with the Oregon Department of Corrections on August 19th at the ODOC range in Salem, Oregon. They will be demoing the new SDI 40mm BIP rounds and the AAMI 6-round 40mm Launcher. The event is open to all Law Enforcement and Military Personnel. Refreshments will be provided at the event.
If you have any questions about the event, you can contact U.S. Tactical Supply by phone at 541-928-8645 or by e-mail at sales@ustacticalsupply.com.
SIG Sauer – Limited Edition P229 Carry
Saturday, August 1st, 2015
SIG Sauer released some information on an upcoming limited production P229 Carry model. It’s essentially a P224 slide on a P229 frame, chambered for .40 S&W.
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Bravo Company – BCM KeyMod Rail Panels
Tuesday, July 28th, 2015
BCM KeyMod Rail Panels are ultra-slim surfaces with aggressive non-slip and non-reflective texturing. Ventilated for cooling, each panel is radiused to create a continuous “tube” surface when run on an octagonal profile handguard such as the BCM KMR.
Made in the U.S.A. of a high-strength polymer material, BCM KeyMod Rail Panels are designed to fit ALL KeyMod mounting surfaces with seven (7) consecutive KeyMod slots. However, the panels can also be cut to any length, as needed by an end user. Finally, the panels are bi-directional with locking tabs on either end.
Each Kit contains five (5) matching color KeyMod Panels, and are available in Black, Flat Dark Earth, Wolf Grey and Foliage Green.
Marines Choose Kestrel as Scout Sniper Ballistic Computer
Tuesday, July 28th, 2015Kestrel Weather & Environmental Meters has been selected by Marine Corps System Command to provide the material solution for the Scout Sniper Ballistic Computers (SSBC) program.
“Kestrel has proudly supported Marine Corps Scout Snipers with rugged environmental meters for more than 15 years, starting with the original Kestrel 4000 Weather Tracker, through to the Kestrel 4500 with Applied Ballistics selected on this contract,” said Nielsen-Kellerman (NK) CEO Alix James. “We are constantly working to develop solutions that make our warfighters more effective without weighing them down with unnecessary gear. We are honored that this selection confirms that we’re building what our soldiers need.” NK is the manufacturer of the Kestrel Weather & Environmental Meters.
U.S. Representative Patrick Meehan (PA, 7th District) said, “The Marine Corps’ decision is great news for our warfighters. And ?having visited the Nielsen-Kellerman facilities in Boothwyn, Pennsylvania, and met the hard-working men and women who create this innovative product, the Marine Corps announcement is good for jobs and growth in Pennsylvania as well.”
The Kestrel 4500 with Applied Ballistics is a 4-ounce, hand-held meter that combines accurate wind, direction, temperature, pressure and humidity readings with a built-in advanced ballistics calculator and bullet performance database. The Kestrel outputs elevation and wind holds calculated for the precise weapon, round and target characteristics, allowing snipers to put first shots on target at 1000 yards and beyond.
The 887 Kestrel meters purchased will be supplied in a complete field support kit containing the following:
• Desert Tan Kestrel Applied Ballistic ITAR Tactical Unit
• Screen Protection Kit
• Pelican 1015 Black Case
• Mystery Ranch Molle Soft Case
All Kestrel Weather Meters are designed and built in Pennsylvania, and the Kestrel Kit selected for this contract award is fully Berry Amendment and BUY American Act compliant. Broader adoption of the Kestrel with Applied Ballistics is anticipated as other services are presently evaluating its performance and capabilities.
This contract award will be supplied by long-time authorized Kestrel resale partner, ADS, Inc., a primary vendor under the Defense Supply Center Special Operations Tailored Logistics Support (TLS) Program.
Rampart International Selected As Canadian GLOCK MIL/LE Distributor
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2015This is an official release from Rampart International regarding their recent selection as a Canadian GLOCK MIL/LE distributor.
Ottawa, Ontario (July 21st, 2015) – Rampart is extremely honored and excited to be chosen as the newest Canadian GLOCK MIL/LE distributor. GLOCK’s pursuit of perfection and reputation for the world’s finest, most reliable pistols integrates well with Rampart’s vision. We offer the world’s best products matched with unparalleled customer service and a deep routed purpose to serve the end user.
GLOCK products are a welcome addition to our Military/Law Enforcement product offering; we are looking forward to servicing existing Canadian GLOCK customers and working to expand the customer base. As well as GLOCK pistols, Rampart will also inventory GLOCK original parts and provide full in house warranty service. The Rampart-GLOCK IOP program will allow eligible professional customers to purchase GLOCK products and thousands of other Rampart products at a discounted price.
