The P-Mag Coupler from California Competition Works is a part designed specifically for competition use. It works with Magpul P-Mags, coupling either two 30-round mags or one 20-round mag and 30-round mag into a single 60 or 50-round mag, respectively. CCW also offers a variant for .308 Magpul mags which turns two 20-round mags into a single 41-round mag.
Tactical-Life.com got some excellent video coverage during SHOT Show and we thought it would be great to share some select stories with our readers here at SSD. This week, it’s the Kimber Advanced Tactical SOC Rifle, a bolt-action rifle chambered for .308 Win or .300 Win Mag with an aluminum, side-folding buttstock.
The Kimber Advanced Tactical SOC Rifle features a stainless steel, 4 groove match grade barrel with a 1:12 twist rate, and is capable of Sub .5 MOA accuracy. Additionally, it accepts all Accuracy International pattern detachable magazines.
For the full story, visit www.tactical-life.com/firearms/kimber-advanced-tactical-soc-rifle
Grip Pod is a vertical foregrip integrated with an expandable, internal bipod. It allows the operator to go from a CQB position to prone, and have a stable base for armed firing in place before hitting the ground.
In a previous article, we covered having range time with the Alexander Arms ‘Alexa’ AR-15 at C2 Shooting Center, and we mentioned using the GPS.LE with the weapon. In addition to the GPS.LE, we also had the opportunity to check out other products in the grip pod line.
GPS.02
The GPS.02 is the military model of the Grip Pod. The grip is made from reinforced polymers, while the legs are stainless steel covered with hardened polymer.
Dual Light Rail
The Grip Pod Dual light Rail is a module that attaches to the Grip Pod System, allowing the user to have a rear-activating button tactical light or laser without a pressure pad cord system.
Additionally, it has been brought up that the noise the Grip Pod system makes when the bipod is deployed can alert to the operator’s presence. This image shows that by slowly deploying the bipod legs against one’s leg, the sound signature can be reduced.
The .950 JDJ is the largest centerfire rifle ever made, built by SSK Industries of Ohio. Weighing in at 50 lbs., the rifle featured in the video is only the prototype variant, one of three total rifles built; the other two weigh in at 110 lbs. The JDJ fires a .95 caliber 2400 grain bullet at 2100 fps using 240 grains of powder, which generates 25,400 ft/lbs of muzzle energy and 277 ft/lbs of recoil energy.
Simply put, it’s extremely heavy, kicks like a mule, you’d be paying $40/cartridge, and you know you want one.
Alexander Arms is a company that is best known for the .50 Beowulf cartridge developed by the company’s founder, Bill Alexander. They also manufacture parts, components, AR-15-style uppers, and full rifles for their proprietary cartridge in addition to the 6.5 Grendel (also co-developed by Alexander) and .17 HMR cartridges. Only relatively recently have they expanded their product line to include the NATO standard 5.56 cartridge.
We were recently invited out to C2 Shooting Center to try out the new Alexander Arms 5.56 ‘Alexa’ AR-15. The ‘Alexa’ features a fluted, chrome lined, mil-s-11595 steel cold hammer forged barrel, 16″, 1:7 twist. The upper is a flat top with extended feed ramps, and an M-16 style carrier group, chrome lined bores with fully staked gas key. The model at the range had the MK10 vented hand guard, made of G10 composite with corrosion resistant threaded inserts spaced to attach 3-inch Picatinny rail sections. Additional components included military specification stock extension tubes, an M4-style stock, and a military style trigger. The rifle was also outfitted with Manta rail covers and grip sleeves as well as an ACOG.
The Editor of SSD first fired the weapon at 50 yards in the prone position.
The left target resulted from using an unsupported rifle. The right target resulted from the rifle supported with a GPS.LE Grip Pod. As you can see, the Grip Pod was very successful in assisting with stabilizing what is an already accurate weapon.
The Editor also practiced a couple of standing-to-prone transition drills, deploying a separate GPS.LE with light rail to stabilize the rifle while prone.
While our time with the ‘Alexa’ was brief, Alexander Arms seems to have a winner on their hands. It’s a solid, accurate rifle with a crisp trigger pull that makes a fine addition to Alexander Arms’ product list.
Fayette, MO — The Mk4 3GR was developed specifically for the 3-Gun Competition, where quick-handling for both short and long shots is a necessity. Featuring a smooth Geissele Automatics SSA® 2-stage trigger, a lightweight KeyMod hand guard and an accurate 18-inch 416 stainless steel barrel, the Mk4 3GR has the fit, feel and function to make it an ideal rifle for the fast-paced action of 3-Gun Competition.
The Mk4 3GR is chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO and sports an 18-inch 416 stainless steel medium taper profile barrel with a 1:7 inch twist. It is equipped with a CMMG SV muzzle brake, Geissele Automatics SSA 2-stage trigger and a Magpul MOE® pistol grip, trigger guard and rifle butt stock. Each rifle also comes with a 30-round Magpul PMAG®.
The Mk4 3GR includes an RKM14 KeyMod hand guard with a 1913 Picatinny rail on top. The KeyMod slots are found at the 3, 6 and 9 o’clock positions and offer shooters a low-profile mounting alternative to the M1913 Picatinny rail. For accessories that are not yet KeyMod compatible, users can purchase a separate CMMG 5-slot Picatinny adapter rail that can be easily attached to any of the KeyMod slots for optimal placement of the accessories.
CMMG Mk4 3GR Specifications:
Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
Barrel: 18” Medium Weight Taper Profile
Muzzle: CMMG SV muzzle brake, threaded ½-28
Hand Guard: CMMG RKM14 KeyMod Hand Guard
Receivers: Forged 7075-T6 AL M4 Type Upper, AR15 Type Lower
Trigger: Geissele Automatics SSA 2-Stage Trigger
Furniture: Magpul MOE Pistol Grip, MOE Rifle Butt Stock
Weight: 7 lbs. (unloaded)
Length: 38”
Magazine: 30-round Magpul PMAG
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Offered in both Carbine and Long Gun lengths, the FirstSpear Arms Case is a modular carriage and storage solution for your weapons.
Boasting haul loops on either end as well as a wrap around handle, the Arms Case also offers an external storage pocket with a Velcro panel for removable identification markings.
The carbine length Arms Case is 36″ and the long Gun variant is 43″. As you can see, the interior features 6/12 slots and the weapon tiedowns can be configured to accommodate a variety of weapons. Both will accept scoped weapons with standard 20 or 30 round magazines attached as well as a removable 6/12 Organizer Panel which allows you to configure the interior how you see fit. It attaches to the interior of the Arms Case via “G” Hooks and when removed, can be hung on a hook, nail or door knob while you reconfigure your kit. But for the Arms Case, modularity goes beyond just setting the interior up. In addition to managing your internal configuration, you can also integrate the entire Arms Case into many hard cases as a padded weapon insert in order to consolidate your gear and protect it for long haul transportation.
The Arms Case closes with a 3/4 zipper that allows you to open it flat.
Additionally, it accepts an optional shoulder strap for ease of carry.
FS Shoulder Strap and 6/12™ Organizer Panel are sold separately. However, purchase your Arms Case now and receive a free 6/12 Organizer Panel. Available in Black, Ranger Green, Coyote and MultiCam.
