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CTC Defense

Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

It’s been in the works for some time but Crimson Trace just announced the formation of a new business unit dedicated to the military market. Tactical-Life.com broke the story earlier today.

According to the article, “Among the introductory products that will be offered by CTC Defense is a pair of Lasergrips for the SIG Sauer P226. Affectionately known as the “dual can,” they incorporate both a red laser and an infrared (IR) laser for use with night vision.” Additionally, MVF-515 fore grip will be offered with not only a red but also a green laser.

Expect new products to begin to roll out at Modern Day Marine.

Reset RIPR (Rifle Integrated Power Rail)

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Defense Review published an article on the new Reset RIPR (Rifle Integrated Power Rail). DR has some concerns about the RIPR and so do we. Not only is there possible issue with a central power source going down and taking all of the accessories with it, but the power source itself is of concern as well. Reset has come up with an interesting manner of attaching a battery. They are using a proprietary, rechargeable battery that connects to the rail similar to a Redi-Mag. As we have not actually handled a weapon equipped with the RIPR we are unable to ascertain how the battery affects weapon handling. However, the size and location is of concern. NATO definitely believes that powered rails are the future of small arms and there is a lot of work going on. We will continue to keep you updated on power rail technology.

All photos contained in this article were taken by DefenseReview.com, and are copyrighted. DefenseReview.com owns the copyright on these photos.

The Aegis Industries Mark 63 Trident

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010

At the upcoming New Breed of Warrior in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Aegis Industries will present a breakout session on the Mark 63 Trident.

An emerging market leader of professional security solutionsAegis Industries recognized that the operational demands of the military, law enforcement, corrections, and private security markets required a new class of intermediate force options to allow operators to communicate, contain and quickly control potentially dangerous scenarios more safely and effectively than ever before. They developed the MK63 Trident, the first in a new class of scalable intermediate force options: Hand-held Modular Multi-Stimulus Response Devices (HMMRDs). As you can see in the photo, the Mk63 provides numerous options including Laser, LEDs, Pepper Spray, Impact, and Neuro Muscular Incapacitation (NMI). NMI is essentially stun gun technology but with a bit more science behind it.

Aegis was founded by US Navy SEAL Kenneth J. Stethem after the events of September 211, 2001. Inspired by the courage of his brother, SW2 Robert D. Stethem, who was murdered during the 1985 hijacking of TWA FLT 847, Stethem founded Aegis with a single mission – To Defend, Protect and Preserve Life – by engineering the world’s most advanced and operationally effective intermediate force option.

Break Out Session Overview:
TITLE: The Aegis Mark 63 Trident: Revolutionizing Intermediate Force Options
LENGTH OF SESSION: (:30 Minutes Demo/:15 Minutes Q&A)
Aegis will be demonstrating its revolutionary new Aegis Mark 63 Trident, the first in a new generation of advanced intermediate force options. These Handheld, Modular, Multi-stimulus, Response Devices (HMMRDs) provide a level of flexibility, safety and effectiveness that is unmatched by any other Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solution.
The Mark 63 is a scalable, full-dimensional solution that combines Lasers, LEDs, Pepper Spray, Impact, and Neuromuscular Incapacitation (NMI) in a single device. The Mark 63 delivers:

• Scalability
• Multiple force options are combined into a single, handheld device (Laser, LEDs, Pepper Spray, Impact and NMI).
• Force options can be used individually, in any combination or simultaneously
• Safety
• Innovative engineering and advanced technology backed by comprehensive medical safety research that was independently peer-reviewed and published prior to market launch.
• Industry’s first low voltage non-invasive multiple stimulus force option.
• Effectiveness
• Multiple force options allow operators to transition up and down the force continuum faster, safer and more effectively.
• Operators are better prepared, equipped and protected

Stuff We Didn’t Write About

Sunday, August 29th, 2010

Female ACU on the Way

Student Radically Improves the UK Plug

Wizard to Print Pages for Your Moleskine Notebook

Galil Ace Rifle

5.11 Tactical Releases New Catalog

Deflate This Inflatable Air Mattress and Store it Inside the Hand Pump

iPhone App Tracks Battle Buddies (Rifle Mount Optional)

Zel Custom Manufacturing Introduces the Tactilite T2

Saturday, August 28th, 2010

Zel Custom Manufacturing introduces the Tactilite T2, a magazine-fed, bolt-action .50 BMG conversion for AR-15 style rifles. The T2 utilizes a side-mounted magazine design (similar to a Sten gun) on Zel Custom’s unique steel billet upper receiver. As a “firearms accessory”, the Tactilite T2 .50 BMG conversion kit requires no special paperwork, background check, or waiting period.

“The T2 was developed in response to law enforcement feedback to our single-shot T1,” said Michael Brendzel, president of Zel Custom Manufacturing. “However, consumer demand has already exceeded expectations.”

The T2 receiver is CNC-machined from solid 4140 steel bar stock, heat treated for greater strength and durability, and features an integrated scope rail, for superior accuracy. The T2 comes standard with a 7075 aluminum quad-rail, black CeraKote finish and one 5-round Accuracy International magazine. Available options include choice of Mossberg or Lothar-Walther barrels, choice of barrel contour and choice of right- or left-handed receiver. Prices start at $2298.

Tactilite T2 and Tactilite T1 (single-shot) uppers are available from Zel Custom, Brownell’s, RSR Group, AcuSport, Amchar Wholesale and Vance Law Enforcement Supply.

Ross Botha Joins Sage Ordnance Systems Group as Sales Manager

Thursday, August 26th, 2010

Sage Ordnance Systems Group announced this week the appointment of Ross Botha as Sales Manager for both Sage Control Ordnance, Inc. and Sage International, Ltd. Sage Ordnance Systems Group is well known for their Enhanced Battle Rifle (EBR) Chassis Stock System that is deployed by Army (M14EBR-RI), Navy (MK14 Mod0, MK14 Mod1), Air Force (MK14 Mod0), Marine (M39 EMR) and Coast Guard (M14 Mod0) units. Sage further manufactures an extensive range of 40mm, 37mm and 12GA less-lethal munitions and launchers. Their excellent SL-1, SL-6 and innovative Deuce double barrel over and under launchers are in use by countless agencies throughout the world.

Ross has been involved in the defense industry for well over 20 years with much of this time as Director of Training for a large defense related training provider in Southern Africa. After relocating to the United States, Ross was the law enforcement and military sales associate for a well-known U.S. ammunition manufacturer.

“My goal is to continue building Sage’s reputation as innovator, reliable supplier and superior manufacturer of products that keep Americans safe in a often very hostile world,” says Ross. “Our products are modular, we deliver when the customer demands specialized designs and we have a very capable and experienced team in place.”

As Sales Manager, Ross will lead a dedicated sales team. Included is a team of representatives, distributors and dealers ready to take care of your requirements.

www.sageinternationalltd.com

Lube It Up Soldier

Thursday, August 26th, 2010

That’s the word from the Army’s PEO-Soldier who published an article earlier today instructing Soldiers to use generous lube on their weapons when operating in a desert environment. According to PEO-Sodlier, “Generously lubricated is defined as applying MIL SPEC CLP heavy enough so that it can be spread with a finger.”

It’s about time official word gets out on this. Unfortunately, garrison arms room inspection standards have too long been applied to weapons used in combat. Cars don’t run without oil and either do carbines. It’s too bad that so far the official word on lubrication only applies to desert environments.

Read the entire article here.

This is Just Sad

Monday, August 23rd, 2010

It seems that the SCAR WARS have entered their cartoon phase. The Firearm Blog picked up a story from the Belgian news website Leosir.be ” that, “le (FN) SCAR is destined to replace the M14 and M16 and that up to 10,000 could be ordered by the American Army.”

Wonder who was behind this one. The very short article reads like an FN press release; a couple of facts sprinkled with a whole lot of wishful thinking.