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MARSOC To Conduct Combat Evaluation of SIG Lightweight Machine Gun in 338 Norma Mag

Wednesday, June 5th, 2019

During this week’s National Defense Industrial Association annual Armaments meeting, acquisition officials from both United States Special Operations Command and Marine Corps Systems Command announced that the Marine Corps Special Operations Command would be conducting a combat evaluation of the SIG Light Machine Gun (SL MAG) in the near future.

Unveiled at SHOT Show, this belt fed machine gun chambered in 338 Norma Mag offers ranges that rival the .50 M2 MG from a weapon lighter than the M240.

The Combat Evaluation is a limited user test, but first they need ammunition. SOCOM is currently working on the P-SPEC for 338 NM belt fed ammunition for what they are calling the Lightweight Machine Gun – Medium.

This Combat Eval will help refine requirements for the procurement of a 338 NM LMG-M in the FY 22-23 timeframe. Both Marine Corps and SOCOM are interested in this capability.

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US Air Force Small Arms Update – 2019

Tuesday, June 4th, 2019

At this week’s NDIA Armaments Meeting, Air Force Security Force Center’s Col Enrico Vendetti provided an update on USAF small arms. Up front, he iterated that the Air Force tends to leverage other service weapon programs. This is partly due to the fact that the Air Force’s requirement for arming is at about 50,000 personnel. The vast majority are Security Forces, but there are also Office of Special Investigations Agents and Battlefield Airmen in the mix. Consequently, much of the Security Forces Center’s effort is focused on the Reconstitute Defenders Initiative.

While much of that initiative is focused on the individual, there is also near-term acquisition of the M18 version of the Modular Handgun System, M320A1 40mm Grenade Launcher, GAU-5 5.56mm Aircrew Self Defense Weapon and CROWS/containerized weapons for Airfield Defense.

In the future, the Air Force is looking at M4A1 Improved Modular Rifle (discussed last year), acquisition of the M110A1 Compact Semi Auto Sniper System in 7.62mm, additional precision weapons such as USSOCOM’s Advanced Sniper Rifle, and Fire Control Systems. There is also OSI interest in a new sub gun like the Army’s new Sub Compact Weapon.

Interestingly, they are now focusing in on the SIG SAUER TANGO6 1-6 variable power optic selected by the Army and SOCOM for the AF M4A1 IMR.

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Sneak Peek – Law Tactical 300 BLK Demonstrator

Tuesday, June 4th, 2019

I’m at the 2019 National Defense Industrial Association Armaments Meeting and Law Tactical gave me a look at their 300 BLK Demonstrator.

It incorporates their AR Folding Stock Adapter and AR Internal Carrier (ARIC) BCG which allows the Carbine to continue to fire even with the stick folded. It is also outfitted with a 6” barrel paired with a Silencerco Omega 9K.

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GT Distributors GLOCK Salute to Veterans Discount Program

Thursday, May 30th, 2019

During the GLOCK Salute to Veterans Discount Program GT Distributors and GLOCK are extending blue label qualifications to any honorably discharged, active or retired veteran. If you meet these requirements you’re eligible to purchase one Blue Label GLOCK pistol through GT Distributors from Memorial Day to Veterans Day. Blue label pricing provides a significant discount below regular pricing for qualified purchasers. Participation in the Salute to Veterans program is as simple as using a copy of your DD 214 and valid driver’s license as credentials.

Guns like the newly released G48 and G43X as well as the G45 and G19X are all available through this program. GT Distributors is a leading supplier of GLOCK firearms, parts and accessories – from magazines to sights, and even installation.

Buying your new GLOCK online from GT couldn’t be easier: use our FFL Finder to buy your GLOCK on GTDist.com and have it shipped directly to your FFL!

Click or Call today:

www.gtdist.com/glock_veterans_program

800.775.5996

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SIG SAUER P365 with Manual Safety Now Shipping

Wednesday, May 29th, 2019

NEWINGTON, N.H., (May 29, 2019) –SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to announce the award-winning everyday carry, high capacity, P365 pistol with Manual Safety (P365-MS) is now shipping and available in retail stores.

This P365 micro-compact, concealed carry pistol is smaller and lighter than other pistols in its class and features a high-capacity, patented modified double-stack magazine for a 10+1 full-size capacity, with 12-round magazine for a 12+1 capacity. The P365-MS variant includes all the features of the original award-winning P365 with the addition of an ambidextrous manual safety. The Massachusetts compliant variant of the P365-MS will be available and shipping to retailers in June.

The P365 Manual Safety Specs:
Total length: 5.8”
Barrel length: 3.1”
Weight (incl. magazine):18 oz.
Height: 4.3”
Width:1.1”
Sight radius: 4.9”

Learn more about the SIG SAUER P365 through a short feature highlighting the extensive list of product awards the pistol has commanded for its revolutionary design including the Guns & Ammo, “Handgun of the Year”, an NRA Golden Bullseye from Shooting Illustrated for “Handgun of the Year, and the praise it has garnered from independent experts across the industry to become the top selling pistol on the market today.

Complete product specs and information on the SIG SAUER P365-MS are available at sigsauer.com.

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Rampart Range Day 19 – Glock 48 Available To Rampart Shield Members

Wednesday, May 29th, 2019

There’s lots of infirmation out there in the web tegarding Glock’s new G48, the Silver Slimline 9mm with a single stack magazine. Although it doesn’t have a rail, it does share the Marksman barrel of the G19.

The Glock 48 is not only legal in Canada, it’s also available to Rampart International’s Shield members.

What’s Shield? It’s an exclusive membership program, offered by Rampart to Canada’s uniformed professionals. As a member, you’ll get exclusive access to deals on firearms, apparel and gear, plus early access to sales, new product launches and special order items available only to you.

Commercial sales will go through local firearms dealers.

rampartcorp.com/shield

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Rampart Range Day 19 – KAC Lightweight Assault Machine Gun

Wednesday, May 29th, 2019

The Knight’s Armament Co Lightweight Assault Machine Gun in 5.56mm NATO made its Canadian debut at Rampart Range Day.

KAC products are available in Canada from Rampart International.

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Rampart Range Day 19 – Colt Canada Eagle 40mm Grenade Launcher

Tuesday, May 28th, 2019

The Eagle From Colt Canada is a single shot, side opening 40mm grenade launcher.

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Manufactured in Kitchener, Ontario, it can be undermounted to a rifle or used in stand-alone mode with a detachable chassis. The side opening breech can be configured to open from right or left. The safety lever is located on either side of the receiver.

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The trigger is double action with a long takeup but the trigger can be immediately pulled in the event of misfire without revolving the weapon. Additionally, the breech is opened with a forward press of the release located at the front of the trigger guard.

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Colt Canada products are available from Rampart International.

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