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TacJobs – PROOF Research

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013

I was fortunate enough to learn about PROOF research during SHOT Show 2013. They are a fairly new company located in Northwest Montana that designs and produces innovative barrels and firearms.

PROOF Research combines cutting-edge, patented carbon-fiber barrels, the space-age laminations of Lone Wolf Riflestocks, and the rifle making genius of Jense Precision under one roof. This combination provides unsurpassed accuracy and durability from rifles weighing a fraction of traditional firearms.

The mission of the research and manufacturing facility is to prove what transpires with thermal management and heat dissipation, barrel stiffness and mass reduction, as well as giving us the ability to test and create new ammunition.

They are currently seeking several new team members including Director of Sales, Marketing Manager, Marketing Coordinator and Engineering Manager as well as numerous productions and quality assurance positions.

Please visit proofresearch.submittable.com/submit to learn more.

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Magpul Announces 1911 Grip Panels

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013

Inspired by Magpul Dynamics, the 1911 Grip Panels offer a combination of advanced features, improved control characteristics, and Magpul value. Constructed of carbon-reinforced polymer, the grips have a unique diamond-shaped cross-section to prevent twisting in the hand, an aggressive magazine release cut-out, aggressive texture for positive control, and are compatible with ambidextrous safeties. The grips are designed to fit full size framed 1911s with standard grip screw bushings. Available in dark carbon gray only, with additional fitments and materials coming.

www.magpul.com

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Magpul Introduces the MBUS Pro

Monday, April 29th, 2013

This week, Magpul Industries is introducing the MBUS Pro front and rear back up sight featuring all steel construction. They are freaking awesome. Right out of the gate, I know some of you are going to say that they ripped off this company or that company. Ok, got it. Now, check the price. MSRP for the Front is $84.95 and Rear is $104.95.

Naturally, they are Mil Std 1913 compatible and feature positive detents for both up and down functions. Additionally, they are narrow so that they won’t get in the way of other devices such as lasers.

The MBUS Pro front sight integrates a rotary-style elevation adjustment knob so no more tools and stows just .432″ above the rail height with standard AR front sight height when deployed for use.

The Rear MBUS Pro is dual aperture and adjustable for windage.

The Rear Sight is .375″ above the rail when stowed and extends to full AR height when in use.

Look for a formal announcement soon from www.Magpul.com.

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HOG Saddle Issued NSN & Added To GSA

Monday, April 29th, 2013

The Shadow Tech LLC HOG Saddle is now available through US Tactical Supply’s GSA Contract, GS-07F-0259N. additionally, it was assigned NSN 1005-01-616-2719 as part of the USMC Trip Pod Kit.

The Hog Saddle was developed by a Marine Scout Sniper and OIF Veteran as a clamp-style stable shooting platform. It is designed to be combined with a tripod such as the Manfrotto which is well known in the precision shooting community.

To Request a GSA Quote, visit here.

ustacticalsupply.com/hogsaddle-2

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SIGTac SB15 Stabilizing Brace Launches This Week

Monday, April 29th, 2013

SIG SAUER is introducing a new product this week for AR-pistols that may well change the way you look at these guns.

According to SIG SAUER, the SIGTac SB15 Stabilizing Brace will , “Dramatically Improve the Single-Handed Performance of Buffer Tube Equipped Pistols.” Additionally, they state that it is ATF approved.

Features
– Fits all pistols equipped with an AR-style buffer tube 1.0″ – 1.2″ in diameter.
– ATF Approved
– Veteran Designed
– Made in USA
– Quick and easy to install

A portion of the proceeds from the sale of every SB15 Pistol Stabilizing Brace goes to support the veterans of Honored American Veterans Afield.

Look for these to start going on sale starting at the NRA Annual Meeting in Houston this Friday, in the SIG SAUER booth.

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SCAR Charger from Impact Weapons Components

Monday, April 29th, 2013

The SCAR Charger from Impact Weapons Components replaces the factory model on the MK16, MK17, MK16S and MK17S. The design moves your hand lower during the charging stroke and keeps the shooter from racking his knuckles on optics mounts.

Above you can see the SCAR Charger with the factory charging handle. It is CNC Machined from a single piece of 4140 steel, then plated with Melonite finish for wear and corrosion resistance.

Jerking The Trigger did a review of the SCAR Charger and you can read it here.

www.impactweaponscomponents.com

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Snake Hound Machine Boomstick

Saturday, April 20th, 2013

You probably know New Hampshire’s Snake Hound Machine for their AKs. Now, they’re producing custom Remington 870s.

I caught up with owner Owen Martin and he shared this gun with me. Although he generally starts with an 870 Express Magnum, this one started life as a stock Express Magnum.

He breaks the 870 down and applies a reliability package to the action. Additionally, he introduces a billet aluminum, Teflon coated follower to the build and replaced the factory stock and fore end with Magpul models.

He also installs a ten round billet aluminum tube from RTI. Looking at the photo above you might notice where the tube has been turned down. This is to accommodate a clamp and gives you a good idea of how much beefier it is than other tubes.

www.snakehoundmachine.com

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Introducing the Blue Force Gear M320 Grenade Launcher Holster

Wednesday, April 17th, 2013

The Blue Force Gear Grenade Launcher Holster has already seen over a year of use by combat forces carrying the H&K M320 the current US Army issue 40mm grenade launcher. While the M320 can be attached to an M4 carbine or used in a stand alone mode, the holster was designed for the latter mode of operation. When used as a stand alone, the M320 resembles a rather large caliber pistol with a telescoping buttstock.

As the M320 can make an M4 carbine rather unwieldy, most troops carry it in the standalone mode and have been storing it in a wide variety of field expedient manners including Blue Force Gear medium vertical pouches, SAW mag pouches, in backpacks or dangling via single point sling.

While there are a couple of other holster solutions on the market, BFG took a completely unique approach. It stores and ships flat and when not mounted to your gear and can be disassembled and stored flat in a pack.

The holster is an open top design with an adjustable cross strap allowing for use with any sighting system. A bungee loop can be placed around the grip for additional retention.