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SHOT Show 2014 – TrackingPoint 500 Series AR

Monday, February 3rd, 2014

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TrackingPoint is expanding into the semi-auto realm with the new TrackingPoint 500 Series ARs, announced for 2014. Built upon the Daniel Defense DDM4 V7 (an excellent rifle platform that I own), the TrackingPoint AR utilizes the same Tag Track Xact technology as the bolt-action rifle scopes, but in a smaller frame. This allows the shooter to make marked shots on targets while moving at speeds up to 10 mph out to 500 yards and utilize 2-12x magnification. Because of the integrated nature of the TrackingPoint system, it will only be available as a complete rifle w/ scope.

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TP AR Networked TrackingScope Specs

Max Target Velocity – 10 mph

Magnification – 2-12x

Objective lens – 25mm

Laser Range Finder – 750 yards

WIFi – 802.11g

Display – 800×600 LCD

Image Sensor – 14.6 Mpixel CMOS

TTX Range – 500 yards

Operating Temperature Range – -20C to 50C

Barrel Reference System Laser – 650 nm

Microphone Sensitivity – Whisper

Battery Type – Li Ion

The rifles will be offered in 7.62, .300 BLK, and 5.56 calibers. They are currently taking pre-orders. Delivery starts October 2014.

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TRICON ProCarry Pistol

Monday, February 3rd, 2014

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Trident Concepts is now taking orders for their ProCarry Pistol package. The ProCarry requires the customer to supply their own Glock 19 or 23, Gen I, II, or III (Gen IV to be considered) to be sent in for custom work. The following modifications are made to the Glock as part of the package:

Slide work:

Bull-nose front of slide
Engrave TRICON logo on slide
PolyT2 in Gun Metal Grey the slide
NP3 all metal internals
Fit and install KKM Match grade barrel
Install Triicon HD sights
Install TRICON cover plate
Install Wolff full length guide rod and spring

Frame work:

Light textured grip
Front strap reduction
Medium grip modifications
Install Ghost Ranger disconnector
Install TangoDown magazine release
Install TangoDown slide stop
Install Pearce Grip frame plug

Additionally, the purchaser receives a custom IWB scabbard holster and IWB magazine pouch, included in the price. Turn around time is 6 weeks or less from the time the pistol is received.

This order form is also required for the order – when filling it out, put “TRICON ProCarry Glock Package” in the description box.

For further information on the ProCarry, including price and where to ship the pistol, contact Trident Concepts through their website www.tridentconcepts.com.

SHOT Show – OSS Suppressors

Monday, February 3rd, 2014

OSS Operators Suppressor Systems at Shot Show 2014 from boo keller on Vimeo.

Check out this video from the SHOT Show floor at the H&K booth, where OSS head honcho Russ Oliver goes over their proprietary suppressor system in detail.

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C&H Precision Weapons Brings Authentic USMC M40-Series Rifles To Consumer Market

Saturday, February 1st, 2014

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Veteran-Owned Rifle Shop Offers Unique Custom Gunsmithing for Precision Shooters

LaBelle, FL – January 28, 2014 – C&H Precision Weapons, manufacturers of the highest-quality custom-built precision rifles, have announced they have officially opened their doors for business.

Specializing in the USMC M40 series rifles, the standard issue bolt-action sniper rifle used by U.S. Marine Scout Snipers for nearly 50 years, the company offers the M40 in three variants – M40A1, M40A3 and M40A5; with each rifle is authentically built to the exact USMC specifications by a former U.S. Marine 2112 (Precision Weapons Technician).

Owned and operated by two former enlisted U.S. Marines with a combined 35 years of military service, the company maintains the same ethics and character instilled in them by the Marine Corps, which are expected and appreciated by all customers.

“C&H’s foundation was built on the simple pursuit of preserving our favorite rifle, the M40 series, and the skills required to build it for current and future generations,” stated Partner and Co-Founder, Buck Holly. “With the sturdy and always-growing success of the ‘black rifle’ market in our industry, we wanted to provide people with something they don’t get to see very often; while giving them an experience they’ll never forget.” Holly, who served with the Marines for nine years, currently works as a Science and Technology Advisor on weapons, optics, and fire control systems within the DoD, as well as serving as a Law Enforcement Officer.

Partner and Co-Founder, Dave Clark (Ret. MGySgt), who served 26 years in the Marines as a 2111 (Small Arms Technician), 2112 (Precision Weapons Technician) and 2181(Senior Ground Ordnance Maintenance Chief); the former NCOIC of the famed USMC PWS (Precision Weapon Section) at Quantico VA, manages the shop, ensuring the accuracy of each firearm before it leaves.

In addition to the M40 rifles offered, the company also produces custom builds; working with each customers’ unique set of requirements for their particular application – whether for tactical teams, competitive shooting, long range hunting or light-weight rifles for extreme hunting trips.

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Christensen Arms Launches New 2014 Product Innovations

Friday, January 31st, 2014

Utah firearms company engineers new technology to transform the user experience

(GUNNISON, Utah, Jan. 14, 2014) — Christensen Arms, one of the country’s most technologically innovative manufacturers of firearms, will kick off 2014 by introducing the Lock Tech Match (LTM) Trigger System, Castle Doctrine Modern Sporting Rifle (CD-10 and CD-15), Christensen Bolt Action, and stainless steel and carbon-fiber barrels, all of which are engineered and manufactured in-house. The advanced technologies featured in all of Christensen’s firearms are part of its strategy to continually evolve the experience of operating a firearm and to provide a superior product that combines cutting edge composites and advanced product engineering.

The Lock Tech Match (LTM) Trigger System is a single stage safety lock system that incorporates a safety hook to lock the hammer in place to ensure the firearm can never shoot while in safe mode. Current trigger systems on the market can still fire if dropped or jostled. Christensen introduces technology that prevents the chance of an accidental discharge. The LTM Trigger System is available on the CA-10, CA-15, and new CD-10 and CD-15.

The new Castle Doctrine Modern Sporting Rifle (CD-10 and CD-15) comes with a new OSS suppressor for reduced flash and noise upon firing. The OSS Suppressor is manufactured with suppression technology based on real world, wartime, and commercial demands. The component combines all OSS technologies into a single unit creating a revolutionary modular suppression device that utilizes 12 patented technologies. This system is specifically engineered to a weapon’s operating system, caliber, and barrel length. The OSS Suppressor unit effectively reduces visual and audio signature, back pressure, expelled gases, and operating system wear to give shooters optimal suppression performance. The CD AR is inspired by the Castle Doctrine and designed with force and protection in mind.

The new Christensen Bolt Action is precisely cut, not casted, to its final form with electrical discharge machining (wire EDM) to deliver high accuracy and consistency. Christensen Bolt Action is equipped with a drop magazine and nitrite coated bolt and receiver. Available in both short and long versions for the tactical and hunting markets, the Christensen Bolt Action offers precision, versatility, and dependability.

For the first time, Christensen now offers a lower price point barrel line made with stainless steel that is highly durable and rigid. Christensen’s carbon-fiber barrel line is still developed with their patented lightweight carbon-fiber technology, designed to increase the longevity, durability and accuracy in varying temperatures. Both barrel lines are available in matchgrade and select match-grade. Match-grade indicates that the bore measures within .0005 inches of the standard diameter and does not vary more than .0003 inches for the length of the barrel. In select match-grade, the groove diameter air gauges within .0003 inches of the standard diameter and does not vary more than .0001 inches for the entire length of the barrel. Both barrel grades have a maximum Total Indicator Runout (TIR) of .003 inches or less, indicating a minimal tolerance for straightness deviation.

“Our aerospace industry DNA constantly fuels our capability to develop new products,” said Jason Christensen, president of Christensen Arms. “We focus on not only what our customers want now, but what they don’t know is possible. Our new products extend our promise to outperform in quality, experience, performance, technology, and selection.”

www.christensenarms.com

Hidesight

Friday, January 31st, 2014

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The Hidesight is an add on device for 1x red dot and holographic weapon sights that enables the user to view the sight picture of the sight while staying hidden behind shielding obstacles. It projects a non-magnifying, non-inverted “true image” view of the sight, through one of three selectable viewing modes: normal, side view, and trench. The Hidesight mounts to a picatinny rail, and is designed so it can be offset from the sighting path without detaching from the weapon. A dual mechanism safety feature prevents accidental opening of the frames during normal weapon handling, the weapon falling, or when the weapon in storage. The optical panels are easily cleaned in a field environment, and can be replaced without specific tools if they are broken.

www.hidesight.com

CMMG’s Newest Rifle Line Defines Versatility – CMMG Unveils Its New Mk4 T Series

Thursday, January 30th, 2014

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Fayette, MO — The new Mk4 T series rifles are CMMG’s latest definition of versatility. With four different calibers and two different barrel types to choose from, the Mk4 T line-up has something for everyone. Whether looking for your first AR, defending the homestead, planning that next hog hunt or just wanting a fun gun to have around – the Mk4 T has you covered.

The Mk4 T is available in four different calibers, including 5.56×45 NATO, .300 AAC Blackout, 9mm and .22 long rifle. The 5.56mm and .300 BLK models are offered with either a 416 stainless or a nitrided 4140 CrMo steel barrel in a medium taper profile. The 9mm and .22 LR versions come standard with the nitride 4140 CrMo M4 profile barrel.

The Mk4 T includes an RKM11 KeyMod free-floating 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 T Specifications:

Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO/.300 AAC Blackout/9mm/22 long rifle
Barrel: 16″ medium weight tapered profile (5.56mm, 300 BLK)
Muzzle: A2 Comp., Threaded ½-28 (5.56mm, 22LR), ½-36 (9mm), 5/8-24 (300 BLK)
Hand Guard: CMMG RKM11 KeyMod hand guard
Upper Receiver: Forged 7075-T6 AL M4
Lower Receiver: Forged 7075-T6 AL AR15
Trigger: Single stage mil-spec style trigger
Furniture: A2 pistol grip, M4 butt stock with 6-position mil-spec receiver extension
Weight: 6.3 pounds (unloaded)
Length: 32 inches (stock collapsed)

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www.cmmginc.com

SHOT Show – Crye Precision – Six12

Tuesday, January 28th, 2014

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Probably the biggest surprise at SHOT Show was the debut of Crye Precision’s Six12 Breaching Shotgun. The threat to the breacher is great. He remains exposed at the breach point while at work. Oftentimes he will use a shotgun to breach but these are Masterkey-style short barrel shotguns with limited capacity (generally, 3 shells). If the breacher is engaged, he may be unable to reach his sidearm or carbine and in many cases, he foregoes the carbine altogether due to not having enough hands. Then, there’s that pesky small capacity of the standalone breaching guns. The 3 or 4 shells (if one in the chamber) may not be enough in the event multiple doors must be breached as a building is accessed. The gun can be reloaded but it’s a slower process than replacing a magazine,

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The idea of a carbine mounted, revolver-style breaching shotgun with a removable/replaceable cylinder magazine came to Caleb Crye in a dream and he brought firearms engineer Eric Burt onboard to make the concept a reality.

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It offers a revolving cylinder containing Six 12 ga shells (hence the name) in a bullpup configuration that retains a full barrel length while keeping the overall length short enough for stand alone or carbine mounted use. Crye Precision has developed a patent pending means to deal with the recoil of a bullpup configuration so that it doesn’t affect the carbine. When the trigger is pulled the cylinder rotates like with a revolver but before the round is fired, it moves slightly forward to mate with the barrel in order to contain the force and flame. Considering the location of the round in relation to the shooter, this is critical.

In this video produced for SSD by Blind Owl Media, weapon designer Eric Burt goes over some basics of the Six12.

Crye Precision Six12 breaching shotgun at Shot Show 2014 from boo keller on Vimeo.

According the Eric Burt, these should be available for agency purchase by December with individual sales commencing after the new year.

www.CryePrecision.com