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New Remington 700 Bolt Opener From Fix It Sticks

June 3rd, 2021

Chicago, IL- Fix It Sticks, the industry innovator of modular firearms maintenance tools and torque limiters has introduced an exciting new tool bit, the Remington 700 Bolt Opener. This new tool allows quick, safe and effortless removal of the firing pin assembly from the bolt of Remington 700s, Remington 700 clones and rifles with this style of bolt shroud and firing pin assembly. Like all Fix It Sticks tools, the Remington 700 Bolt Opener is extremely compact, making it easy to carry in any Fix It Sticks took kit or range bag.

Using the Remington 700 Bolt Opener is intuitive and easy. With the bolt removed from the rifle, place the back of the Remington 700 bolt through the tool so the polymer insert is contacting the bolt shroud, engage the firing pin with the firing pin catch at the bottom of the tool, then simply retract the firing pin to with a “bottle opening” action. With the spring pressure now off the bolt body, simply unscrew the firing pin assembly. Reverse the procedure to reinstall the firing pin.

See how easily and quick the Remington Bolt Opener works!

The new Remington 700 Bolt Opener has a steel tool body for maximum strength with a polymer insert to protect the finish of the bolt shroud. Like all Fix It Sticks tool bits, it works with all Fixt It Sticks drivers as well as any ¼ hex bit driver and is now available with an MSRP of $20.00.

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SB Tactical Introduces SB22 Chassis System for Ruger 22 Charger and 10/22 Platforms

June 3rd, 2021

Bradenton, Fla. (June 2, 2021) – Long known for its innovative Pistol Stabilizing Braces, SB Tactical® is bringing that same quality of build and practicality to its new SB22™ – a lightweight, modular chassis for the Ruger® 22 Charger™ and Ruger 10/22® family of firearms.

Designed in partnership with Unity Tactical®, the SB22 is a 17-ounce polymer chassis with an aluminum insert, adding utility and functionality to the 22 Charger and 10/22 platforms.

“The SB22 is the first product in what will be a long line of new non-brace products from us,” said Jeff Creamer, president and CEO. “While we have no intention of moving away from our core, we want to expand our portfolio and offer a wider range of products with the same design excellence, quality and customer service that people have come to expect from SB Tactical.”

Available for both fixed or takedown models, the SB22 features a Picatinny (M1913) rail on the rear and integral, ambidextrous QD sling sockets. Also included are a M1913 Bridge Mount and Flat Top Cover.

The Takedown Kit features all the above as well as an M-Lok™ compatible handguard for the attachment of lights, lasers, and other accessories.

Proudly made in the United States, the SB22 accepts all standard AR15 pistol grips, and comes with the Reptilia® CQG™ Grip.

At 15″ long, 1.5″ wide, and an MSRP of $124.99, the SB22 chassis turns any Ruger 22 Charger or 10/22 into the ultimate pack gun. Lightweight, durable construction, and the ability to take M1913-compatible Pistol Stabilizing Braces or rifle stocks, the SB22 is built to deliver all the performance you demand.

For more information on the SB22 and all the American-made products from SB Tactical, please visit us at www.sb-tactical.com.

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Mystery Ranch Partners with Sea to Summit For Australian Distribution

June 3rd, 2021

Bozeman, Mont. (May 25, 2021) – MYSTERY RANCH, the industry-leading pack company built on a heritage of comfortable load carriage, function and durability for people who have a mission to accomplish, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Sea to Summit as a new distributor in Australia. With new partnerships across Europe, Asia and the Middle East, MYSTERY RANCH expands its reach to fulfill the growing demand for its products in the South Pacific.

“We are really looking forward to working with the Sea to Summit team,” said MYSTERY RANCH VP of Sales and Marketing Alex Kutches. “They have a great team, excellent resources, and coverage across the whole of Australia. Their reputation as a brand precedes them as being fabulous to work with and their coverage of the Australian market is tremendous in specialty Outdoor Retail in addition to Hunting, Fire, and Military. With teams across the nation, ecommerce solutions and distribution centers, Sea to Summit is uniquely able to serve both the consumer as well as the Military and Fire users currently seeking the brand.”

“We are delighted to be working with Mystery Ranch as their exclusive distribution partner for Australia,” said Terry Anderson, the Group General Manager for Sea to Summit. “They have a strong quality and design ethos that aligns with our brand and company DNA. The diverse product assortment on offer from Mystery Ranch is the perfect fit within our business across outdoor, defense, fire and other related commercial channels.”

“The expertise that Sea to Summit brings is second to none,” said Patrick Odenbeck, International Sales Manager for the Ranch. “They understand our brand, our diverse customer base and they have the connections that all but guarantees success in the Australian market.”

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USMC Modernizing Intel System, Reducing Size

June 3rd, 2021

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. —

Marine Corps Systems Command is in the process of fielding a modernized version of an intelligence system that provides critical information to commanders on the battlefield.

The Distributed Common Ground/Surface System-Marine Corps is a mobile, secure and integrated intelligence system that Marines can leverage to inform commanders about threats and other information on the battlefield.

“DCGS-MC brings all the information on the battlefield to a central location, where it can then be analyzed to support the commander’s decision-making,” said Gunnery Sgt. Travis Godley, with DCGS-MC at MCSC.

This new version of DCGS-MC comprises updated computer hardware and software connected to the Marine Corps Enterprise Network. The system includes sensors to collect data, antennas to receive information, and workstations for analysts to review info and produce reports.

The modernized technology also includes a geographic intelligence capability that collects satellite imagery and intelligence information. This enables Marines to create maps and other intelligence products to inform the commander’s decision.

“The new DCGS-MC capability is a modern approach for the Marine Corps to perform intelligence tasks,” said Master Sgt. John Phillips, an MCSC representative who contributed to the DCGS-MC project. “This system will ultimately make Marines’ jobs easier.”

MCSC has begun fielding the modernized system to Intel Marines. Phillips projects the first round of fielding to conclude in July 2021 and for the system to be fully fielded by the end of 2022.

Improvements over legacy system

Col. Dave Burton, MCSC’s program manager for Intelligence Systems, pinpointed notable improvements the new DCGS-MC has over the original system.

The first improvement involves weight. The system was designed to provide a flexible hardware and software solution to decrease size and power requirements while increasing the capability of Marine intelligence analysts.

The legacy system, fielded from 2014 to 2016, required multiple hardware, including up to four servers. Burton said the newer DCGS-MC decreases the amount of hardware needed for use, reducing the technology’s size, weight and modularity.

He said a reduction in weight ultimately increases overall efficiency.

“DCGS-MC is in line with the [Commandant’s Planning Guidance] to lighten the load of Marines and modernize the Marine Corps,” said Burton. “Instead of having separate servers for individual programs, you can combine a number of different servers into one.”

The system also enables increased battlefield mobility, an area of focus in 38th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. David Berger planning guidance. Berger emphasized the importance of employing mobile, operationally relevant and relatively easy-to-sustain capabilities.

“This system provides additional flexibility to support tactical operations as we support Marine operations,” said Thomas Roebuck, MCSC’s product manager for DCGS-MC. “It also provides a much more modern toolset.”

Roebuck said the newer capability also enables users to migrate data to the cloud. He explained that units can leverage the cloud capability to perform various tasks even when disconnected from the enterprise network.

“As we move forward from a technology perspective, [cloud migration capabilities] become increasingly important,” said Roebuck. “That allows the information to freely flow in between the tactical user all the way up to the intelligence community.”

MCSC also ensured that DCGS-MC was interoperable, allowing Marines to exchange critical information with other services, including the Army, Air Force and Navy. Interoperability fosters collaboration and increased communication among the joint forces, said Phillips.

“Not only are we interconnected with the Marine Corps Enterprise Network, but we can also support the joint mission with the Navy because this technology was designed in a way to be interoperable with Navy intelligence systems as well,” said Phillips.

The new DCGS-MC capability is a modern approach for the Marine Corps to perform intelligence tasks. This system will ultimately make Marines’ jobs easier.

Master Sgt. John Phillips, an MCSC representative who contributed to the DCGS-MC project

An expedited acquisition

According to a 2016 report, the average major defense acquisition program that reported between 1997 and 2015 took about seven years from initiation to the start of fielding.

MCSC fielded the updated DCGS-MC just over two years after initiation, as the Marine Corps has been implementing new, more agile methods of acquiring products. The expedited acquisition process puts a significant intelligence capability in Marines’ hands more quickly, said Phillips.

“The command is at a transition point, where we’re looking at more agile methods of acquisition,” said Phillips. “We intentionally pursued this acquisition cycle in a condensed timeline, and the end result will benefit all parties involved.”

Throughout 2020, MCSC held several user evaluation events for the new DCGS-MC. Marines from 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing and operators from Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command tested the equipment and provided valuable feedback the DCGS-MC team used to enhance the capability.

“Seeing Marines interact with this new system and the new capabilities being provided is something incredible to see,” said Godley. “Not only Marines interacting with the capabilities, but also bringing up new ways to do things.”

Godley explained how the Marine Corps once employed “runners” who collected intelligence information on the battlefield to inform commanders. The modernized DCGS-MC provides this data through electronic means.

“DCGS-MC brings that information back to the commander to make an informed decision while also disseminating it throughout the forces so that lower-level commanders can also make decisions,” said Godley. “It allows for all levels of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force to access critical information, which benefits the entire Marine Corps.”

By Matt Gonzales, MCSC Office of Public Affairs and Communication, Marine Corps Systems Command

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Magpul Releases MP BSL Arm Brace for the HK94/MP5

June 2nd, 2021

Magpul’s MP BSL Arm Brace – HK94/MP5® is now shipping and it’s only available online at Magpul.com.

The MP BSL Arm Brace is a lightweight, collapsible arm brace that aids the single-handed employment of HK94/MP5-pattern pistols while maintaining the iconic aesthetic of the firearm. Its high-strength polymer and rugged metal construction features a tool-less adjustment system that makes it easier to deploy and collapse the brace. The integrated QD sling attachment and ample surface area for lateral forearm contact dramatically increase stability while firing. An M-LOK® slot is also included for other sling mounting options.

Features:
• Designed and intended for use as a stabilizing accessory for one-handed firing
• Tool-less, one-handed adjustment
• Ambidextrous rear QD cup allows sling tension to be applied while firing to improve stability
• High-strength polymer and metal construction
• M-LOK compatible slot for additional sling mounting options
• Compatible with HK94/MP5 pattern pistols. Not compatible with HK91/G3® or SP89/SP5K/MP5K pattern firearms

Colors
Black

Price
$159.95

magpul.com/firearm-accessories/other/arm-braces/mp-bsl-arm-brace

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Rheinmetall Delivers the First 25 Boxer 8×8 Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles to the Australian Army

June 2nd, 2021

Rheinmetall is pleased to announce the delivery of the first 25 Boxer 8×8 Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles (CRV) to the Australian Army under the $5.2 billion LAND 400 Phase 2 Mounted Combat Reconnaissance Capability project.

Minister for Defence, Hon. Peter Dutton MP visited Rheinmetall Defence Australia’s Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence (MILVEHCOE) in Redbank, Queensland, to review the Boxer vehicles.

Rheinmetall will deliver a total of 211 Boxer 8×8 Vehicles in different versions, 131 will be the CRV variant. They will replace the Army’s Australian Light Armoured Vehicles (ASLAV) under LAND 400 Phase 2. Delivery of the first 25 vehicles enables Army to continue towards Initial Operating Capability on schedule as Rheinmetall moves into the next phase of the LAND 400 Phase 2 program.

Rheinmetall Defence Australia Managing Director Gary Stewart said Boxer’s levels of survivability and mobility was proving a game changer for Australia’s armoured cavalry.

“Boxer is now enabling the capabilities that allow Army to fight, survive and win on the modern, complex battlefields of today and tomorrow,” Mr Stewart said.

“And Rheinmetall is simultaneously delivering early combat vehicle capability to the Australian Defence Force while creating a sovereign industrial capability in combat vehicle design and manufacture.”

Mr Stewart said delivery of these initial vehicles was only possible by taking advantage of the current production lines in Germany, and using this approach as part of technology transfer activities to ensure Australian workers and suppliers become familiar with manufacturing techniques for highly complex military vehicles.

Rheinmetall Defence Australia has over 30 Australians currently living and working in Germany, working at Rheinmetall sites and learning from German colleagues. This is fostering close co-operation and a genuine partnership to realise the capability for the Australian Army.

“Australian engineers, project managers, welders, technicians, trainers and more are living and working with their colleagues in Germany to build a deep understanding of Rheinmetall products and, crucially, acquire the skills and certifications to transfer this expertise and intellectual property to Australia,” Mr Stewart said.

“This kick-starts the knowledge base for a sovereign Australian capability and is complemented with our engagement with the Australian TAFE sector and universities to ensure we build enduring pathways from our education institutions into the military vehicle manufacturing industry, enabling graduates to understand what we do today so they are ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow.”

The MILVEHCOE is the focal point of the Boxer Australian Industry Capability (AIC) program. It is where Rheinmetall will undertake Australian design, manufacture, testing, training and support of the Boxer vehicles and training systems. The MILVEHCOE provides a sovereign facility where Defence, industry and research organisations can innovate and collaborate on the Australian Boxer and other defence programs.

Development, production and integration work is well underway within the MILVEHCOE as plant and equipment is installed and commissioned across the main production facility. This work is a key component of knowledge transfer activities for full rate Boxer production in Australia. This is scheduled to commence in Australia after commissioning of the MILVEHCOE Boxer production line is complete.

This approach to Australian Industry Capability has allowed Rheinmetall to accelerate involvement of Australian companies into the first 25 vehicles. This has resulted in Rheinmetall awarding contracts to more than 20 companies to supply products and services, and ensuring that Australian SMEs are building and supplying components onto every Australian Boxer vehicle.

The Boxer – versatile and battle-tested

The Boxer is a heavily protected 8×8 wheeled armoured vehicle. Its modular architecture enables a variety of variants unmatched by any other vehicle system. This multifaceted diversity underlies the Boxer’s rapid growth. Already today, new variants and upgrades are being planned. To date, some 1,200 vehicles in more than 20 different configurations are under contract by four NATO nations: Germany, the Netherlands, Lithuania and the UK. Moreover, Australia – a close partner of NATO – has ordered a total of 211 Boxer vehicle in several different versions, the first of which have now been delivered.

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GALLS CEO Mike Fadden Talks Business on NAUMD The Uniformer Podcast

June 2nd, 2021

The North-American Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors (NAUMD) Rick Levine, host of The Uniformer Podcast, discusses the passion behind GALLS® new CEO Mike Fadden’s drive to build a company focused on customer service.

Lexington, Ken. (May 2021) – Mike Fadden, CEO of GALLS, LLC®, the leading distributor of uniforms and equipment to public safety agencies, and private label products, joins Rick Levine on the NAUMD podcast The Uniformer on Thursday, May 26, 2021. The Uniformer is a podcast devoted to the companies, teams, and individuals who provide the uniforms, image apparel, and equipment worn by tens of millions of workers across North America.

Nine months into his job as CEO of GALLS, Fadden states he is focused on two things: building a culture that is relentlessly focused on the customer, and second, making GALLS a premier employment destination. “We want to make GALLS the kind of company where when people say, ‘I work for GALLS,’ that they are proud, and that they can puff out their chest a little. When our sales force hits the market, they do with a bit of swagger, because they know they work for the best company in the industry.”

Turning GALLS into an employment destination is a mission already underway at the company. Foremost, as Fadden points out, working at GALLS can be considered a “noble cause.” By serving first responders who are willing to make the ultimate sacrifice and take an oath to protect our communities, GALLS employees are obligated to provide their customers with the best possible service, because they earn it every day. As Fadden added, “Our calling is summed up in our mission statement, Proud to Serve Those Who Serve.”

Additionally, Fadden points out the company is active in philanthropy. From sponsoring local community events for first responders to their recent partnership with Fund the First, the nation’s leading verified crowdfunding platform for first responders, military, and medical professionals, to a new major partnership with a charity to be announced in the coming weeks.

Fadden says GALLS is also committed to investing in its employees through a variety of programs from education, training, and incentives to not only attract quality employees, but to help employees build their careers at GALLS.

When asked what he thought the next few years looked like for him and the company, Fadden replied that they are already developing and implementing strategies. An example he used was investing the entire IT budget in five projects that would leverage technology to make the customer experience better. He sees GALLS continuing its growth strategy through a three-pronged approach; first, through strategic and opportunistic acquisitions. The second approach is to increase current customer purchases through industry-leading technologies that provide the customer with a better, faster, smarter experience. And the third approach is to attract new customers by having an outstanding reputation in the industry for service.

Fadden discussed how he sees his executive team solely to support his sales team. With over 80 stores and multiple agencies, the single customer and smaller agency are still more likely to encounter GALLS through its online presence. Mike and his team have been working on reducing the time between when a uniform order comes in to when it goes out the door to no more than three days, a remarkable feat when considering the uniforms are individually decorated.

Wrapping up the 42-minute conversation, Levine asks Fadden what he thinks of today’s challenges for our first responder communities and what it might mean for the community’s future. Fadden responds by saying GALLS is already answering those challenges. In regards to budget constraints, now and possibly in the future, GALLS has created a program that demonstrates how an agency can save money and with that extra money, be able to afford life-saving protection equipment such as body armor and helmets. With vendor partners, all working to keep the rising prices at a minimum, GALLS can help agencies of any size, with procurement processes. Fadden is also committed to making all of the GALLS branch stores a safe, respectful environment for first responders, where they can come in and receive recognition and be treated with dignity.

In a final reflection on the uniform industry, his job as CEO of GALLS and the first responder community, Fadden remains laser-focused on the people who wear the uniform and admits that his best days at work are when he is out with his employees.

Listen to the full podcast at NAUMD The Uniformer.

Visit the website for more information at www.galls.com and on Facebook.

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Cryptocurrency Now Accepted at Qore Performance

June 2nd, 2021

Sterling, VA: Thermoregulation, hydration and human performance experts Qore Performance, Inc., announced they are accepting BitCoin, Ethereum, and LiteCoin cryptocurrencies, effective immediately.

“One of the greatest strengths of humanity is the ability to create tools to realize our grandest dreams and audacious visions. We relentlessly seek to empower people to realize their full potential in everything they do. An essential part of this pursuit is to ensure our customers have access to the tools and products we build for them. The closer we are to our customers, the faster and more effectively we can solve their problems. When you need a Qore Performance product, nothing should get in your way,” per J.D. Willcox, Qore Performance Co-Founder and CFO, “this means same-day shipping through our website everywhere in the free world. This means adding prepayment of duties for shipments to select countries. This means accepting payment on our website via credit card, cash, Paypal, Amazon Payments, and Apple Pay. This means adding 60-90 day payment plans for high-dollar orders. This means offering same-day local pickup.”

Lately, a powerful new commerce tool has been emerging: cryptocurrency. Many customers are asking about who is accepting it. Qore Performance is answering with a response consistent with the reason they exist as a company: “to empower humans to be the greatest version of themselves by liberating them from the constraints of their environment.” Consistent with this mission, they now accept a selection of cryptocurrency at checkout.

Working with Shopify and CoinBase, Qore Performance customers can now pay for their orders in BitCoin, Ethereum, and LiteCoin. As crypto becomes increasingly ubiquitous, Qore Performance says they will seek to diversify the platforms and cryptocurrencies that they accept — all in their continued effort to allow their customers to have the most freedom to transact with confidence and always get the right tool for the job.

For Sales inquiries, contact:
Qore Performance, Inc.
ATTN: Doug Burr
Director of Sales and Business Development
22311 Shaw Rd, STE A2
Sterling, VA 20166

www.qoreperformance.com
info@qoreperformance.com

703.755.0724

@qoreperformance

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