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Savage Arms Announces New Impulse and Model 64 Designs

Wednesday, January 12th, 2022

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – January 11, 2022 – After the debut of the new 9mm Stance, updates to Renegauge, and new Model 110s, Savage Arms is adding two new rifle designs to the growing list of guns slated for launch in 2022.

“2022 is off to an impressive start for Savage,” said Beth Shimanski, Director of Marketing at Savage Arms. “And we’re not done yet! Today we’re building on this momentum with the Impulse Elite Precision, a rifle that adds the lightning-fast Impulse straight-pull action to an already robust and reliably accurate long-range design. And the new Savage 64 Precision offers new potential by extending the range of the rimfire by building Precision Series upgrades into a design that’s popular with plinkers and target shooters.”

Impulse Elite Precision

Impulse Elite Precision has an intuitive straight-pull action bedded in an Adjustable Core Competition chassis from Modular Driven Technologies™ (MDT). With a full-length ARCA rail, Impulse Elite Precision can be customized for individual balance preferences and will provide the impeccable accuracy that has come to define Savage’s Precision rifles.

“The Elite Precision has changed the way Savage shooters think about long-range capability,” said Jessica Treglia, Senior Brand Manager for Savage Arms. “The addition of the Impulse straight-pull action is going to add a new element of speed to an already efficient rifle. When split times are an important aspect of the competition, Impulse Elite Precision will be a game-changer.”

Features:
• 1.5-4lb user-adjustable AccuTrigger™
• MDT 1-piece aluminum ACC chassis with fully adjustable length-of-pull and comb height
• ARCA rail forend with M-LOK® slots
• Precision button rifled, stainless steel, modified Palma contour barrel
• Threaded muzzle (5/8-24 UNEF)
• AICS magazine with ambidextrous magazine release
• Matte black aluminum receiver with integral 20-MOA rail
• Ambidextrous, multi-positional bolt handle

Part No. / Description / MSRP
57887 / .308 WIN / $2,649
57888 / 6.5 Creedmoor / $2,649
57889 / 6MM Creedmoor / $2,649
57890 / 6.5 PRC / $2,649
57891 / 300 PRC / $2,849
57892 / 300 WIN MAG / $2,849
57893 / 338 Lapua Magnum / $2,849

The Model 64 Precision

The new Model 64 Precision houses a semi-automatic action in a synthetic MDT chassis with M-LOK slots and an ergonomic pistol grip. The heavy barrel and threaded muzzle provide increased functionality and extend the range of the rifle.

“The Model 64 has been a tremendous gun for Savage,” said Jessica Treglia, Senior Brand Manager for Savage Arms. “It deserves a big upgrade—and this is it. Savage is showing just what the 64 can do. We’ve taken our benchmark plinker and added performance driven features that will allow shooters to connect at extended distances. If you want an all-around rimfire that is perfect for target shooting, plinking, and competition—check out the Model 64 Precision.”

Features:
• Semi-automatic rimfire action
• 16.5” matte black carbon steel heavy barrel and receiver
• Threaded muzzle (1/2-28)
• Detachable magazine (10-round or 20-round)
• Drilled & tapped receiver with 1-piece 20 MOA picatinny rail
• High-strength glass-filled nylon unibody construction
• M-LOK compatible forend for modularity
• AR compatible grip interface for ergonomic customization
• Integral barricade stop for shooting position stabilization
• Available in Black or Flat Dark Earth

Part No. / Description / MSRP
45120 / 22 LR Black – 20 Round / $299
45114 / 22 LR Black – 10 Round / $299
45125 / 22 LR FDE – 20 Round / $299
45124 / 22 LR FDE – 10 Round / $299

savagearms.com

Global Ordnance Bringing Glock Magazine Compatible Stribog to the US

Tuesday, January 11th, 2022

Global Ordnance of Sarasota and Grand Power of Slovakia are extremely happy to announce the release of the much-demanded Glock-style magazine compatible Stribog; to wit, the Stribog SP9A3G 9mm Roller-Delayed-Operation pistol.

Featuring the same attributes that earned its predecessors the title Best In Class PCC, the SP9A3G model Stribog will have a non-reciprocating charging handle that remains in the forward position while firing, a semi-locked bolt with delayed action via transfer roller, and kinesthetically superior, low profile controls.

Same reliability, same manual of arms, new ability to take advantage of all those readily available Glock-style magazines.

Visit Global Ordnance during SHOT Show Jan 18th-21st at Booth #72227 for a hands-on look at the new Stribog SP9A3G!

Stribog SP9A3G Specs
Caliber: 9mm
Trigger Mechanism: SA
Trigger Pull: 6 lbs
Overall length: 16.69 in.
Height without Magazine: 7.87 in.
Width: 2.24″
Barrel Length: 8 in. (threaded 1/2 x 28)
Weight: 4.54 lbs
Finish: Bluing
Magazine compatibility: Lean more here

Learn more at GlobalOrdnance.com; connect on Instagram via @Global_Ordnance and join the #StribogMob

Smart Shooter’s SMASH Technology, Now Also in UAV Configuration: the Company Reveals the SMASH Dragon

Monday, January 10th, 2022

Presented by the company for the first time, SMASH Dragon is an integration of Smart Shooter’s combat-proven SMASH Technology that ensures precise target elimination on a drone system

[January 10, 2022]: SMART SHOOTER, a world-class designer, developer, and manufacturer of innovative fire control systems that significantly increase the accuracy and lethality of small arms, reveals the SMASH Dragon: an armed drone system incorporating Smart Shooter’s combat-proven SMASH Technology that ensures precise target elimination.

Presented by the company for the first time, SMASH Dragon is an advanced robotic weaponry payload that can be mounted on different drones and other unmanned aerial platforms. It can incorporate various types of assault rifles, sniper rifles, 40mm, and other ammunition with great precision. Extremely lightweight and therefore allowing long mission endurance, SMASH Dragon integrates a unique stabilization concept with the SMASH technology that enables the system to accurately hit static and moving targets while flying.

Featuring SMASH’s proprietary target acquisition and tracking algorithms as well as sophisticated computer vision capabilities, the remotely operated SMASH Dragon Offers the SMASH technology’s fast and precise hit capabilities and other exclusive benefits while engaging targets from the air.

The system successfully completed live firing tests and is currently under advanced stages of development.

Michal Mor, SMART SHOOTER CEO: “Smart Shooter’s SMASH technology offers precise elimination of threats at ground, air and sea. We are now happy to offer the same precise, combat-proven target engagement technology mounted on an unmanned aerial platform that can be controlled from a distance. When it comes to drones, platform weight is a critical factor as it impacts mission endurance and cost, and we are proud to announce that the extremely lightweight SMASH Dragon meets this criterion”.

For further information, please visit www.SMART-SHOOTER.com

Maxim Defense Announces New MD:11 Series

Friday, January 7th, 2022

Maxim Defense Industries is proud to announce the launch of their new direct impingement large frame MD:11 series, a rifle based on the SR-25 cut pattern.

“The MD:11 is an updated variant of the original Stoner AR-10 design. The Direct impingement system still functions like most. There has been no serious change to the inside of the upper receiver; the gas tube forces all that gas into a key screwed atop the bolt carrier group. The gas expands inside the BCG, forcing it backwards into the buffer tube. There is no ‘chamber,’ but more of a diversion like the original design.”

The MD:11 will be available in 6.5 Creedmoor or .308 Winchester utilizing an 18 in. Proof Research carbon fiber or stainless-steel barrel. Using these barrels keeps the weight down to just 9lbs. This weapon was initially designed for United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) requirements. However, once the decision was made to commercialize the SOCOM requirement (within limits), 6.5 Creedmoor and .308 Winchester were deemed the best calibers.

It also comes standard with a carbine buffer system, B5 SOPMOD stock, and utilizes the Gisselle SSA-E trigger. Initially, they are available in three colors; Urban, Arid, and Black.

Maxim Defense MD:11 Specifications

• Model: MD:11
• Action: Direct Impingement
• Calibers: 6.5 Creedmoor & .308 Winchester
• Overall Length: 37 in.
• Barrel Length: 18 in.
• Upper/Lower Construction: Billet 7075-T6 Reciever Set
• Ambi Controls: Selector, Mag Release, Charging Handle
• Weight, w/empty 20 RND magazine: 9lbs
• Handguard Length: 15.5 in.
• Handguard Acc. Attachment: M1913/M-Lok
• Trigger Pull Weight 2.9 – 3.8 lbs.

www.maximdefense.com

New Thales 2.75-inch Rocket (FZ275) Certified for Firing from Arnold Defense LAND-LGR4 “FLETCHER” Launcher

Thursday, January 6th, 2022

Arnold Defense, the St. Louis based manufacturer of 70mm/2.75-inch rocket launchers, together with Thales, have achieved formal certification to fire the new Thales FZ275 70mm/2.75-inch Laser Guided Rocket (LGR) from the Arnold Defense LAND-LGR4 “FLETCHER” rocket launcher, during recent testing in Sweden.

This new certification of the FZ275 LGR, extends the range of Thales rockets that are compatible and certified to be launched from Arnold Defense rocket launchers and in particular, the LAND-LGR 4 “FLETCHER” launcher. The combination of the “FLETCHER” ground-based launcher and the FZ275 LGR (lightest and longest range 70mm/2.75-inch LGR in its class), delivers precision guided accuracy against fixed and mobile targets, with minimal collateral damage, to dismounted rapid reaction forces. This type of capability has typically been limited to aviation-mounted platforms.

Thanks to features such as lightweight design, state of art propellant grain and reduced FOD, Thales 70mm/2.75-ich rockets are used worldwide by more than 75 armed forces across more than 50 countries. The rockets have also been officially adopted by many major platform Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEMs) where their performance and reliability are clearly recognized and the ability to deliver a single rocket solution for air, vehicle and ground based platforms provides the ultimate battlefield utility.

Arnold Defense’s launchers are versatile and allow the user to select from a range of certified rocket systems to suit their specific needs, or their own in-service inventory. Adding the new Thales FZ275 70mm/2.75-inch rockets to the Arnold Defense certified rocket portfolio significantly extends their global capability offering.

Stéphane Bianchi, Director of the Airborne Armament business segment at Thales said: “This is the second test firing and certification project in partnership with Arnold Defense and extends both companies’ portfolios and offering to regular and Special Forces.  Thales 70mm/2.75-inch rocket systems now provide a one stop shop to deliver precision guided accuracy against fixed and mobile targets across the full spectrum of delivery platforms now including ground troops.”

Frank Ferrante, Vice President of Programs and Business Development at Arnold Defense said: “Arnold Defense is excited to have achieved this additional certification following a highly successful series of live firing tests. We can now add the FZ275 Thales 70mm/2.75-inch rockets to the wide range of rockets that can be fired from Arnold Defense launchers, thus increasing the flexibility of our offer to the global user.” He added, “Arnold Defense works hard to meet the future needs of our customers and this project, in partnership with Thales, delivers a significant capability enhancement to ground troops operating remotely and unsupported, increasing the range and precision of their strike without relying on air or aviation platforms.”

www.arnolddefense.com

SIG SAUER Custom Works Expands Equinox Elite Finish to Popular Classic Line Pistols

Thursday, January 6th, 2022

NEWINGTON, N.H., (January 6, 2022) – SIG SAUER is pleased to announce the expansion of the Equinox Elite Series for the P220, P226, and P229 Classic Line pistols. 

“For this latest release from SIG Custom Works, we have combined one of our most popular finishes with our most popular Classic Line pistols; the two-tone Equinox treatment offers a new level of customization to these SIG favorites,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc.  “This is a limited-run release from SIG Custom works and based on the popularity of both the Equinox finishes and these Classic Line series of pistols, we are excited to officially begin our 2022 product year with this release.”

The SIG Custom Works Equinox Elite treatment for the P220, P226, and P229 pistols features a black anodized alloy frame with black G10 grips, a two-tone Equinox polished slide with X-RAY 3 Day/Night Sights, and nickel-plated controls.  SIG Custom Works pistol ships with (3) steel magazines and comes with a Limited-Edition SIG Custom Works case, coin, and certificate of authenticity.

P220 Equinox Elite:
Caliber: .45ACP
Overall length: 7.7 inches
Overall height: 5.5 inches
Overall width: 1.3 inches
Barrel length: 4.4 inches
Sight Radius: 6.3inches
Weight (w/magazine): 30.4 oz.

P226 Equinox Elite:
Caliber: 9mm
Overall length: 7.7 inches
Overall height: 5.5 inches
Overall width: 1.5 inches
Barrel length: 4.4 inches
Sight Radius: 6.3inches
Weight (w/magazine): 34 oz.

P229 Equinox Elite:
Caliber: 9mm
Overall length: 7.4 inches
Overall height: 5.4 inches
Overall width: 1.5 inches
Barrel length: 3.9 inches
Sight Radius: 5.7inches
Weight (w/magazine): 30.1 oz.

The SIG Custom Works Equinox Elie Series pistols are now shipping and available at retailers; to learn more visit sigsauer.com.

MISINFORMATION: M17 Grip Module Replacement by Soldiers

Thursday, January 6th, 2022

BLUF: End user Soldiers ARE authorized to separate the receiver from the grip module.

Some folks read the -10 TM and conclude that Soldiers aren’t allowed to do this. Here’s what TM 9-1005-470-10, MHS Operator Manual says right up front in Work Package 16:

“Army only: To prevent damage to equipment, procedures in this work package should be performed by unit armorer.”

Contrast this with the Air Force guidance, which follows the above:

“Air Force only: Changing of the grip module will only be accomplished by Combat Arms qualified personnel with AFSC 3P0XXB, SEI 312, or properly qualified Civilian Equivalent Personnel.”

The source of this confusion is a general misunderstanding of key words and what they mean. Notice that the Army note uses “should,” and the Air Force note uses “will.”

Here’s the breakdown, and this applies to all Army official publications*:

“May” = Optional; acceptable means of accomplishment

“Should” = Optional; preferred method of accomplishment

“Will,” “must,” & “shall” = Non-optional; mandatory requirement

Also, the -10 Operator Manual provides 10-level operation and maintenance “with you, the user, in mind.” [from -10 TM “How to Use This Manual,” page v.] If it’s in the -10, you, the Soldier, are permitted to perform all procedures included in the TM…it’s a 10-level function, after all.

So, the bottom line is….

In the Army it’s recommended that unit armorers remove the receiver from the grip module, but not a requirement.

Meanwhile, in the Air Force the Combat Arms folks are the only ones authorized to do the same.

*Some, but not all, doctrinal references provide these definitions within the publication.

By SSG Ian Tashima, CAARNG Asst State Marksmanship Coordinator

ADS x SIG SAUER Range Day at Freedom Shooting Center

Tuesday, January 4th, 2022

Join ADS for the SIG SAUER Range Demo on Thursday, January 6th at Freedom Shooting Center in Virginia Beach, VA from 1100 to 1600.

The one-day event includes five different time blocks of shooting to choose from: 1100, 1200, 1300, 1400 and 1500. Each time block begins with a mandatory classroom product overview and ends in the range. Safety equipment will be available and all equipment will be sanitized between each use.

Qualified attendees include active duty military, law enforcement, first responders, and federal, state and local agencies. To register your range slot and for more information about the event, please contact your ADS Representative.