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Thursday, March 28th, 2013TacHacker – DIY Pistol Storage Case
Wednesday, March 27th, 2013Breach Bang Clear’s “Hondo” came up with an interesting idea of converting NVG storage cases, readily available on the surplus market into weapon storage cases.
Visit www.breachbangclear.com/site/10-blog/371-dig-it-duo-diy-gun-case for full details.
Legion Firearms Presents One Heck Of A Deal
Tuesday, March 26th, 2013Legion Firearms just sent us this press release. Magazine prices have recently gone up so several vendors are offering special deals in order to soften the blow, but nobody has done anything like this!
AUSTIN, TX—28 FEB, 2013—Legion Firearms® is pleased to announce an epic rifle purchasing opportunity. This may well be the sale of the century. Buy one MagPul PMAG during the month of March and receive a free rifle!
That’s right. Legion is channeling the mainstream hype generated in response to nation-wide efforts on the part of unscrupulous legislators to offer you a PMAG GEN M3 from MagPul for the low low price of just $2,400.00. Twenty-four hundred dollars gets you a (probably) brand spanking new standard 30-round capacity polymer magazine and an LF4 ODG 5.56mm rifle at no additional charge.
Yes, it’s true. Thanks to such nauseating examples of elected officialdom as Rhonda Fields, Felix Ortiz, Audrey Gibson, Antonio Villaraigosa and of course Diane Feinstein, the market value of rifle magazines is now roughly on par with movie theater refreshments and extra sour cream from taco chains…but we’re offering an LF4 alongside our magazines to take the sting out.
The LF4 ODG leverages a combination of the quality construction standards and experience of Legion Firearms with the tactical acumen and innovation of Orion Design Group founder Brian Bishop to create a rugged, well equipped combat rifle unlike any other in the market—and it features the Lupus Camouflage Pattern!
Noted firearms tactician and Orion Design Group founder Brian Bishop has become a valuable asset to the Legion Firearms team. His innovative approach to weapon systems and concealment technology are brought to bear in every product he designs. Legion is proud to partner with ODG to present this “tricked out” yet “no nonsense” combat rifle featuring the Lupus Camouflage pattern. The LF4ODG normally retails for $2,490.00. You get yours for free with purchase of $2,400 magazine and coupon code LEGIOXXX.
Features:
• forged 7075-T6 aluminum upper and lower
• Nickel-Boron coated upper, lower, and bolt carrier group
• Geissele MK1 Super Mod hand guard
• 14.5” HEX fluted 416 stainless steel barrel
• adjustable gas block
• SureFire muzzle break
• ambidextrous Legion Raptor charging handle
• ambidextrous safety selector
• Geissele SSA trigger
• MagPul MOE grip and CTR stock
• ODG Tactical Sling
• ODG Lupus Camo ink transfer
• ODG Tactical Sling
• ODG Lupus Camo ink transfer
• Ships in high quality Flambeau case
• Shipping restrictions may apply
Limit 10 per customer.
Cylinder & Slide 1911 Trident II
Friday, March 22nd, 2013The Trident II from Cylinder & Slide is an upgrade to the original Trident model introduced in 2010. The pistol is still the brainchild of SOCS Dave Hall (USN, Ret) and manufactured by Bill Laughridge at Cylinder & Slide. Each pistol is hand built one at a time by a single pistolsmith. I’m going to tell you up front that this isn’t a street gun. This pistol was designed for every day carry. Every day carry in a combat zone.
The biggest difference is that the Trident II is no longer based on a Springfield GI frame. Instead, they use a Caspian frame and slide built especially for use with this model. Additionally, internal parts are CNC machined billet steel or made from forgings and heat treated throughout and every part is rigorously inspected and checked on a Rockwell testing machine to be sure that it meets Cylinder & Slide’s specifications including proper heat treatment.
The Trident II is offered in 3 different platforms. The Trident II-A1 is a 5” government model with a tactical integral magazine well and an integral Picatinny equipment rail on the bottom of the dust cover. The Trident II-A2 is also a 5” government model with a tactical integral magazine well. The Trident II-A3 is a 4 3/4” Commander model without the magazine well or equipment rail and is designed for concealed carry so anything that adds size has been deleted. You can also see the external features of the pistol including the front cocking serrations and Picatinny rail in this photo.
This is a good view of the Red and White safety dots that have been incorporated into this design. So many other types of pistols now feature these indicators that Dave thought it would be a good idea to add them after seeing them on the Vickers Nighthawk 1911. Dave told me he thinks LAV’s concept of bringing such modern features to a century old gun makes a lot of sense. It’s one of those extras that makes this 1911 variant a cut above. You can also see the Trident Beavertail Grip Safety with Palm Swell as well as Ambi safety since you never know which hand you might have to use.
The gun as well as magazines are nickel boron coated and here you can see the integral mag well. Additionally, the Trident II incorporates an integral lanyard loop.
The grip features a Machine Stippled Front Strap and Mainspring Housing in addition to G-10 Rhinohide Grips in Green or Black with slotted screws for field stripping.
The cup on the Beavertail has been radically opened up. They did this so that mud or other debris would not prevent the hammer from traveling. The C&S hammer and trigger also feature a 4.5 lbs pull. The Smooth Face Trigger itself is made from Aluminum, Medium Length with Blind Overtravel Stop. Additionally there is a .45 Firing Pin Hole in the slide and the Slide Stop was designed for use while wearing gloves.
Internally, the Trident II has a few differences from a stock .45 as well. You may notice the crimp in the Recoil Spring Plug. This will keep it from flying off of the spring. The barrel bushing is finger tight and they’ve also included a match barrel which, along with the frame, have been throated for reliable feeding. The Ejection Port is lowered with Bullet Nose Relief combined with a “Tuned” Extractor and Extended Ejector. Finally, the Plunger Tube is recessed in the Frame for added support.
The Trident II is topped off with a carry bevel. Add to all of this a sight combination consisting of a Heinie “Ledge” Rear Sight and a C&S Strong Front Sight with Trijicon Tritium Green Dot and White Ring and you get one hell of a 1911.
Select parts used on the Trident II are available for use with your current 1911. Contact C&S for details.
Cylinder and Slide – Takes Virginia Beach
Friday, March 22nd, 2013Each Spring 1911 specialists Cylinder and Slide comes to the Virginia Beach area to offer several training courses but these are classes unlike any others out there. This year Pistolsmith Bill Laughridge offered two days of match oversized 1911 barrel fitting, followed by a full day of 1911 maintenance including the history of the pistol. After a one-day break the course culminates with a week-long, full custom .45 build course where students get a frame and a box of parts and learn to fit each part. Bill describes the process as “putting ten pounds in a five pound sack,” due to the sensory overload experienced by day five. Bill went on to explain that the hardcore students will attend their first course and immediately start working on their next build. Invariably, they’ll run into a new challenge. Cylinder and Slide is prepared for that and all former students have to do is pick up the phone and ask for some advice. Additionally, graduates are supported from then on with dealer pricing. Many come back for a second course and say that they pick up those little extras that really make the gun during that second experience.
For example, Tracey, the lady in the photo receiving instruction from Bill Laughridge is a recreational shooter who is finishing her second class. She reiterated that she has picked up quite a few new tricks on her second go around. Tracey is incorporating some different options in this latest build including an ambidextrous safety. Earlier this year, she began to shoot southpaw and has seen an increase in accuracy. Below is one of the guns Tracey built alongside a build by her husband Dave, a retired Navy SEAL friend of mine.
One of things I really enjoy about this course is that Bill teaches students how to do everything with hand tools. You don’t need a machine shop to work on a .45. Instead, students learn to use dremel tools and drills in some interesting ways. Naturally, students also become intimately familiar with files. There is lots of marking and filing, marking and filing until everything fits. At the end of the week, the students take their new creations to a local range and test fire them. For some, this will mean a few more passes with the file but for all, a rewarding experience, crafting a new firearm. Jim Tolbert Sr is seen below working on his new 1911.
If you are a 1911 aficionado this is a great course, regardless of where you take this training.
Darley GRF Expo – MMI Outdoor
Thursday, March 21st, 2013MMI Outdoor displayed their MAG Pack for use with the M240 machine gun. It comes mounted to a Granite Gear Chief Flatbed frame and is comprised of multiple components designed for use with the gun.
In this configuration there are 6 each 100 round ammo trays for belted 7.62 as well as a spare barrel quiver. Quivers are offered for the Bravo Model as well as the shorter Lime Model barrel.
The trays are made from glass filled nylon for durability and use a PALS attachment to attach to the pack.
Once the tray runs dry the new belt moves smoothly over the open flap.
The spare barrel quiver will withstand up to 1800 degrees. Additionally, you can attach your tools via PALS to the inside of the quiver for ready access and transport.
TacJobs – Edgar Brothers
Wednesday, March 20th, 2013
UK-based Edgar Brothers is looking for talented individuals to join their sales desk operation with their Shooting Sports Division as a Shooting Sports Sales Advisor.
To apply please click the link below.
shootingsports.edgarbrothers.com/pages/Shooting-Sports-Sales-Advisor-
Is the US Army’s Individual Carbine Program Doomed?
Tuesday, March 19th, 2013
Earlier today, in a statement by Ms. Lynne M. Halbrooks, Principal Deputy Inspector General, Department of Defense Inspector General before the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform entitled, “Opportunities to Reduce Waste and Improve Efficiency at the Department of Defense and Other Federal Agencies,” she made a rather interesting comment about the US Army’s proposed replacement for the M4/M16 family.
In another example, we are auditing the Army’s acquisition of the individual carbine program, which is an acquisition the Department may want to re-evaluate. We expect to report concerns that DoD may not have an established need for this weapon nor developed performance requirements for the $1.8 billion acquisition. Currently, the Army is modifying its existing M4 rifle and, at the same time, seeking to develop a new rifle. However, key performance parameters such as accuracy, reliability, and lethality have not been established. In addition, it is unclear what additional capability this new rifle will have over the modified M4. Further, the Army is seeking to acquire more rifles during a time when their total force structure will be reduced. We expect to issue our draft report within the next two months that will further elaborate on these concerns and provide recommendations for the Department to increase efficiencies.
Considering the Army’s dual path strategy that is alluded to in the statement which concurrently improves the performance of existing M4A1 carbines while simultaneously working to acquire an entirely new weapon, it is no wonder that DoD is reconsidering the replacement half of the equation. Industry analysts have long questioned the notion that a new weapon would offer a dramatic increase in performance without first undertaking a caliber and associated ammunition change. The IC program does not adequately do this. And then there’s Sequestration…
