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See Norma Precision MLE at NTOA in Milwaukee

August 30th, 2022

Norma Precision MLE (Military/ Law Enforcement) is pleased to announce that for the first time they will be displaying at the National Tactical Officers Association Conference (NTOA) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Norma Precision Inc. based out of Savannah, GA and supplies Precision Swiss P specialty Sniper Ammunition to law enforcement agencies throughout the United States. It offers the following variants:

.223, .308, and .338 LM Styx Action- Designed as an open air sniper round for maximum effect on target while reducing over-penetration.

.223, .308, and .338 LM Armor Piercing- Designed for use against hard targets.

.308 And .338 LM Tactical – A SFBT bullet designed for use against heavy/angled glass and intermediate barriers.

The Norma Precision MLE program also offers a full line of duty, training, and precision ammunition for testing and field use.

For questions, please contact the MLE Ammunition Sales Manager, Eric Luley at eric.luley@ruag.com.

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TRX Reacquired By SEAL Founder In Bankruptcy

August 30th, 2022

RANDY HETRICK, FOUNDER AND FORMER CEO, PARTNERS WITH PRIVATE EQUITY VETERAN, JACK DALY, TO ACQUIRE TRX®

Navy SEAL-Turned-Entrepreneur and Developer of Suspension Training®, Poised to Revitalize Innovative Global Fitness Brand

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Aug. 29, 2022 / — TRX® (“the Company”) today announced that the Founder and Former CEO, Randy Hetrick, and partner, Jack Daly, acquired the iconic, global fitness brand, TRX. Hetrick founded TRX after inventing the Suspension Trainer® as a SEAL Team Squadron Commander and will now lead the Company as Chairman with Daly, who will serve as the Chief Executive Officer.

“It’s gratifying to be back at the helm of TRX at a time when the world is emerging from COVID and the Company needs inspired, innovative leadership,” said TRX Chairman, Hetrick. “TRX remains one of the fitness industry’s most recognizable and influential global brands, and under a new, experienced management team – powered by passion and renewed vision – our brand will build on its position as the most trusted name in fitness. I couldn’t be happier to be back and to have the opportunity to bring several of my best longtime teammates back with me.”

Hetrick founded TRX in 2004 after a career as a Navy SEAL and earning an MBA from Stanford’s Graduate School of Business. Core to the brand’s rapid rise and global success was the TRX Suspension Trainer® – a comprehensive functional fitness solution developed by Hetrick during his SEAL years as a means of maintaining peak fitness while deployed in remote locations without access to traditional gym equipment. Suspension Training® quickly became a cornerstone to the broader functional fitness movement, with the iconic “yellow and black straps” becoming a requisite tool for personal trainers, health clubs and elite athletic training facilities globally. The Company expanded its offering to a wide range of functional fitness tools, but also importantly became a go-to source for education and trainer-certification through its vast digital library of functional training programs for fitness professionals and consumers.

Hetrick led TRX for more than 15 years before selling a controlling interest in the Company and moved on to found the new outdoor mobile fitness venture, OutFit®.

Excited by the opportunity to reacquire and revitalize the brand, Hetrick turned to friend and private equity veteran, Jack Daly and his firm, JFXD Capital. Daly, a former Partner, and Investment Committee Member of both Goldman Sachs’ Merchant Banking Division and TPG Capital, has a 25-year track record of investing in and building large companies through control transactions. Daly is also a fitness enthusiast and serves as the Treasurer of the Navy SEAL Foundation, where he has served as member of the Board of Directors for over nine years.

“It’s a rare opportunity to acquire a brand that remains as well respected and revered as an innovator within its industry as TRX – the ability to leverage the incredible brand equity of TRX is what makes this such a compelling and worthwhile venture,” said TRX CEO, Daly. “Everyone loves a comeback story. Powered by Randy’s knowledge of the brand, the industry, and his personal passion for this brand, coupled with new world-class management, there’s little doubt about the success that lies ahead for TRX.”

Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobsen served as legal counsel and KPMG served as financial advisor to JFXD Capital. Levene, Neale, Bender, Yoo & Golubchik L.L.P. served as legal counsel and Kroll Securities served as Chief Restructuring Officer and Financial Advisor to TRX. Special thanks to Louise Stolt-Nielsen Holten, Leon Capital, Doug Greeff, Rick Cusick, Quincy Carroll, Brandon Bean, and Anil Shetty.

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Sneak Peek – Enhanced Siete from LaRue Tactical

August 30th, 2022

It’s great to get an update after so long on LaRue’s Siete project after premiering at during SHOT Show 2020 and then disappearing during the COVID epidemic.

Mark LaRue posted this to social media.

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You’re probably asking “Mark, why the F did the Siete take so long?” Well, there has been a slew of things. Mainly, the finite number of hirable folks in America that can be considered “craftsmen”.

Sure, we’ve always had more than our fair share of American Craftsmen, but just enough to keep up with the ongoing demand for our QD mounts, MBTs, uppers, and everything else. The constantly-changing political climate continues to trigger unprecedented rushes on our website, kicking the Siete back off our priority board.

Reacting to all this, we’ve systematically polished our act by internally organizing work around an all-enveloping ERP system. Now, we’re there – backorders have been reduced – parts inventory built up, etc.

*So … Let’s Do This *

There’s no doubt, our Enhanced Siete will be your go-to bolt action.

The introductory price of $2,899 includes a free second barrel of your choosing.

A deposit of $950.00 will confirm your place in line. You will be billed the remaining $1,949 when your order ships.

www.LaRue.com

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GALLS Expands into New Markets, Announces FIRST SIGHT Powered by GALLS

August 30th, 2022

GALLS® builds on its long-term success in the public safety/first responder uniform business to expand into corporate uniform market with the launch of FIRST SIGHT Powered by GALLS.

Lexington, KY (August 2022) – GALLS®, a leading distributor serving America’s public safety professionals, is proud to announce a strategic business expansion into corporate uniform and apparel markets by launching a new division called FIRST SIGHTTM. Building on GALLS’ extensive experience in the public safety uniform industry, and alongside its efficient, state-of-the-art infrastructure, industry-leading technology and distribution chain, the FIRST SIGHTTM division will provide corporate customers with a game-changing approach to employee uniforms and corporate identity programs.

“Moving into new uniform markets is a natural progression for GALLS,” Mike Fadden, CEO of GALLS, announced. “GALLS brings to new uniform markets its extensive skill set in managing uniform programs, providing tech solutions for ordering, stocking, and purchasing for customers. Our new FIRST SIGHTTM team came to GALLS with the knowledge, experience, and contacts to successfully launch this new endeavor into new markets.”

The FIRST SIGHTTM division’s leadership team brings over 70 years of corporate uniform program, image apparel sales, and management experience to GALLS and will be led by Andrew Spurling.

The early focus of this division will be key essential worker vertical markets such as Healthcare, Food & Beverage, Energy & Utilities, Public and Private Transit, Freight Transportation, and others in service to the public. FIRST SIGHTTM will offer customers both stock and custom solutions, an expanded eQuip software for easy ordering and program management, streamlined inventory management and fulfillment, and of course GALLS’ world-class customer service.

Visit the website for more information at www.firstsightbygalls.com.

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Smith & Wesson Releases M&P 9 M2.0 METAL

August 30th, 2022

Add another option for those looking for metal framed striker fired pistols with Smith & Wesson’s new M&P 9 M2.0 METAL.

It features an aluminum frame with relief contouring and reduced chassis flex, optics-cut slide, flat-face trigger, and ambidextrous controls and a distinctive two-tone finish.

You get 17+1 capacity and is compatible with all M2.0 magazines, slides holsters and palmswells.

Weight: 30.0 oz.
Length: 7.4
Width: 1.3
Height: 5.5

Learn more at sw-inc.co/Metal

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TacJobs – AXL Advanced is Hiring: Customer Experience Associate

August 30th, 2022

AXL is a tactical gear design and manufacturing company with Military and LE customers seeking motivated customer support associates to join our team. We are rapidly expanding and looking for someone to grow with us!

Our company exists to Improve the Lethality and Survivability of our Customers.

The Customer Experience Associate is responsible for optimizing the customer experience in every interaction. As a product expert, you will maintain detailed knowledge of our constantly evolving product line and initiatives and act as a champion for customers by serving as their central point of contact. This is an exciting and impactful role that fuels improvement and innovation via ongoing feedback to other departments.

Location: Wylie, TX

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide phone and email support to all customers (individuals, dealers, agencies (federal, state, & municipal), police departments, and military units).

• Most commonly in the areas of:

• Answering or otherwise assisting customers with technical questions about AXL Products (Required deep knowledge of tactical gear)

•Please do not apply for this position if you cannot tell the difference between Crye, Ferro, & Spiritus products

• Providing Customer Quotes and taking payments over the phone

• Help customers place orders both online and over the phone, provide updates, order changes, and inquiries

• Cataloging customer feedback

• Evaluating warranty and repair claims

• Setup and process returns and exchanges

• Dealing with claims for packages lost in shipping

• Identify problems and aid in solving to ensure best possible customer experience

• Report irregular trends to appropriate teams to be addressed

• Coordinate dealer, agency and unit orders with shipping and production teams

• Ship returns, exchanges and VIP orders

• Identify problems and aid in solving to ensure best possible customer experience

• Maintain a high-level of professionalism, even in challenging situations

• Develops training materials and policies to aid both new hires and current staff

• Any other activity required to meet the goals of the company

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Customer service queue closed out by End of Day

• All requested customer quotes sent out by the End of Day

CORE PROFICIENCIES

•Deep knowledge of the assembly and use of Military/Law Enforcement cut & sewn load-bearing gear (MOLLE/PALs), helmets, ear-pro, body armor vests, plate carriers, chest rigs, and ammo pouches from major brands (Spiritus, Crye, Ferro, Eagle, LBT, etc).

• Experience with firearms and training simulations (simunitions, UTM, airsoft, milsim, etc.

• Excellent spoken and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly and efficiently get your message across

• Excellent attention to detail

• Good multitasking, critical thinking skills, problem-solving, and customer-centric mindset

• Ability to work effectively and creatively under pressure and deadlines

• Interest or involvement in groups, brands, or hobbies that align with the AXL mission

• Basic knowledge with Microsoft Office and/or Google Apps

• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

• High School Diploma or GED

• Be coachable, punctual, positive, efficient, and goal-oriented

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to look at a computer screen for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to converse on the telephone for extended periods of time.

• Ability to maintain a composed and professional demeanor within a flexible (and at times noisy) work environment.

• Full Time availability: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (Ability to work 40 Hours a week)

• Availability around all major holidays mandatory with likely overtime

• Reliable transportation

• Ability and willingness to lift up to 50lbs of weight.

PREFERRED

• 1 or more years in a customer experience or customer service role (call center or e-commerce customer service experience)

• Familiar with FreshDesk, Netsuite, Shopify, and/or ShipStation, platforms

• Military Veteran and/or First Responder

• Speak and write in Spanish fluently

COMPENSATION

• $11 to $17 per hour (Done on Experience)

BENEFITS

AXL offers a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees working 30 hours/week or more. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Accrued Time Off (ATO after probationary period), Long term Disability Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, 401(k), Performance Bonuses, industry pro discounts, and others.

HIRING COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

AXL Advanced designs and manufactures high-performance upgrades and stand alone products for Military and Law Enforcement for use with gear made by Crye Precision®, Spiritus Systems, FirstSpear®, Velocity Systems, Mayflower, S&S Precision, Ferro Concepts, LBT (London Bridge Traders), Eagle Industries, and other great Military/LE gear brands.

AXL Advanced is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

www.instagram.com/axladvanced

www.AXLadvanced.com

HOW TO APPLY

Email your resume to jobs@AXLadvanced.com

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Polymer80 Product Changes in Accordance with ATF Final Rule

August 30th, 2022

Last week ATF final rule 2021R-05F, Definition of “Frame or Receiver” and Identification of Firearms, went into effect. Polymer80, Inc., the company that designs and develops innovative firearms and after-market accessories that provide ways for customers to participate in the build process while expressing their right to bear arms, is a direct target of this new rule. Polymer80 wholeheartedly disagrees with the ATF final rule, however, in an effort to maintain a legal business, will comply with the unconstitutional regulations.

In accordance with the new ATF final rule, Polymer80 will no longer offer their popular 80% kits in the same configuration in which customers have grown accustom. Instead, Polymer80 has released three new options for consumers interested in building their own legal firearm:

· OPTION 1 is an unserialized 80% frame with rear rail, locking block rail system and pins. No jig or tools are included with this product.

· OPTION 2 is a serialized frame that does include a jig, tooling, rear rail and locking block rail system. This option is the same as the prior 80% kit offered by Polymer80, but with a serialized frame.

· OPTION 3 is the “Build Back Better” kit, which includes everything listed in option 2 plus a slide assembly. This kit contains everything you need to build a complete, serialized firearm.

Option 1, the unserialized 80% blank, is currently available for purchase at www.polymer80.com. Please note that shipment is not available to all states.

For those interested in assembling without drilling, Polymer80 will continue to offer their AFT “Assemble for Thyself” kit, which includes all the necessary components to build a complete firearm, no drilling required.

Polymer80 will also continue to offer their line of complete pistols, including the popular PFC9 compact pistol and PFS9 full-size pistol, as well as parts and accessories.

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Noble Supply & Logistics, Federal Resources, and TSSi Have Joined to Form NOBLE

August 30th, 2022

Over the past year Noble Supply & Logistics first purchased Federal Resources, and then TSSi. All three of the companies are vendors to the Defense Logistics Agency’s Tailored Logistics System program of record? which provides a rather significant amount of Soldier Survivability equipment across the Department of Defense. We’re just now in year two of a ten year contract worth up to $33 Billion.

Now, all three companies have formally streamlined, to form NOBLE.

Considering the TLS field began with six vendors, and has now narrowed the field to four, it is understandable that both industry and the military customer base has called for the contract to add additional vendors to increase both capability and competitive bidding to the program.

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