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SOFIC 2014 – Magpul L-Plate

Wednesday, May 21st, 2014

Occasionally, one of my best finds at a trade show will turn out to be something that has been around for some time. While most of the shooting world has adopted polymer rifle magazines there are still those who are required to use the US GI 30 round mag, such as the Marine Corps. Years ago, Magpul introduced the L-Plate, a low profile base plate that replaces the base plate on the issue mag. It’s made from Santorene over molded onto a steel plate. Unlike the Ranger Plate, the L-Plate has a much lower, streamlined shape that is easy to grab and has channels for cordage if you use that to aid in pulling them from mags or the old-school carabiner storage for empties. The L-Plate also serves as a bumber to help lengthen the life cycle of the mag.

I think that the L-Plate is a great after market upgrade for US GI 30 round mags. Sold in packs of 3. Check it out.

www.Magpul.com

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SOFIC 2014 – L3 Integrated Optical Systems

Wednesday, May 21st, 2014

Pittsburgh-based L3 Integrated Optical Systems showed me their new Long-Range Sniper System which is like an optic on steroids. They’ve taken a popular commercial off- the-shelf 4×22 optic and integrated laser range finder, temperature, MEMS cant and incline sensors. The base optic’s etched reticle is still there so even if your electronics go down, you’ll be able to effectively engage targets.

The LSS integrates algorithms for M24, M110, M40, XM2010 and M107.
Naturally, all of that additional data being integrated right at the optic is going to increase the probability of first round hits. But, the shooter will still need basic marksmanship skills such as breathing and trigger control.

For more information, contact sales.ios@l-3com.com.

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Ares Armor – Archimedes AR15 Lower Parts Kits

Tuesday, May 20th, 2014

Ares Armor has recently released the Archimedes High Quality Lower Parts Kits for the AR-15 platform. Ares partnered with CMC Triggers, Ergo Grip, and Prince50 Designs, among other companies, to create the kits, which come in two configurations: Flat Trigger and Curved Trigger:

Flat Trigger

CMC 3.5lb Flat Trigger with the new style anti-walk pins

Gavel Ambidextrous Safety Selector

Ares Armor Ergo Grip

Prince50 Extended Takedown Pin

Billet Trigger Guard

All other standard required parts such as: Mil-spec bolt catch, detents, springs, etc.

aresarmor.com/store/Item/Ares_LPK_Flat_Trigger

Curved Trigger

CMC 3.5lb Curved Trigger with the new style anti-walk pins

Gavel Ambidextrous Safety Selector

Ares Armor Ergo Grip

Prince50 Extended Takedown Pin

Billet Trigger Guard

All other standard required parts such as: Mil-spec bolt catch, detents, springs, etc.

aresarmor.com/store/Item/Ares_LPK_Curved_Trigger

The kits are currently available at 33% of the total value of the combined parts, so take advantage of the deal while you can.

aresarmor.com/store

Tags: Ares Armor, CMC Triggers, Ergo Grip, Prince50 Designs
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SOFIC 2014 – SIG MCX

Tuesday, May 20th, 2014

SIG showed me a couple of variants of their MCX range of carbines. Offered in 5.56, .300 and 7.62×39, the MCX is moving into production.

The Low Viz Assault Weapon above features a 6.75″ barrel in .300. Notice the folding stock which offers a very slim profile when folded.

This shot gives you a view of the right side of the weapon. The short suppressor shown offers above 5 db more than an MP5SD but in .300 at the same overall package size of the MP5SD. It also features a adjustable gas system but the subsonic ammo setting can run supersonic ammo but it will affect service life of the weapon.

Additionally, SIG offers an adapter plate for Standard AR lowers that integrates a Picatinny Rail that allows the user to swap out folding and collapsible stocks.

www.SIGSAUER.com

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ADS Federal Range Day – S&S Precision

Friday, May 16th, 2014

The IMF (Integrated Flashlight Mount – Rigid) Cam is a mount that allows the user to offset mount select SureFire 3v and 6v lights to a picatinny rail without the use of tools. The user can adjust their preferred level of tension using the dial, and snap the amount into place using the lever.

www.sandsprecision.com

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ADS Federal Range Day – Force N Force

Friday, May 16th, 2014

Force N Force is a brand under ATK Speer LE that deals in training and simulation rounds. Their range of 9mm training cartridges comes in blanks and marking and unmarking. The marking rounds utilize a glycerine-base which easily cleans off surfaces and clothing.

They also manufacture their own drop-in bolts for AR-15 style rifles along with 5.56 training ammunition. This training ammo also works with simulation rifles.

All their cartridges are primer only, which reduces report and introduces no fouling to the firearm. Force N Force ammunition also has a 1 ft safety distance for all ammo.

le.atk.com/ammunition/speer

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High Threat Concealment – Custom LF-P40 Holster

Thursday, May 15th, 2014

About two years ago at SHOT Show 2013 I received an unexpected gift from my friend, Dave Reeder. At the time, it was a bit of a unicorn, a Legion Firearms LF-P40. It’s a unique .40 cal 1911 variant built specifically for Legion Firearm by STI. It’s a beefy gun with a double stack magazine, and lots of angles. I’ve never had a holster for it, until now.

Today, I was invited to visit High Threat Concealment to check out their recently expanded shop, and they asked me to bring the pistol along. While I was there, they made a custom Kydex holster for the LF-P40. As you can see from the images, the holster is a perfect fit, right down to Legion’s signature honeycomb pattern on the slide.

highthreatconcealment.com

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Bravo Company – BCMGunfighter KeyMod Vertical Grip

Tuesday, May 13th, 2014

Bravo Company asked us to share this announcement about their new KeyMod Vertical Grip. Just like everything BCM, it looks awesome.

Tuesday, May 13, 2013 – Hartland, WI. BCM introduces the latest in our line of BCMGunfighter Accessories, the KeyMod™ Vertical Grip Short.

A quick detach vertical grip that direct mounts to a KeyMod hand guard without the need for any Picatinny rail interface, the BCMGunfighter QD Keymod Vertical Grip requires 3 KeyMod attachment points and secures via a patent pending spring-loaded clamp system, allowing for tool free installation and removal.

The Short Grip is a low-profile angled platform, with flat aggressively textured sides that allow for faster and more efficient weapon manipulation as well as decreased “snag” factor while conducting movements. The grip also features a hinged trap door, offering storage inside the grip with a water resistant rubber gasket.

Made in the USA from high-quality impact resistant polymers, the QD KeyMod Vertical Grip is available now in Black, FDE, Wolf Gray and Foliage Green.