Like SureFire’s ProComp and Eliminator muzzle devices the new WarComp-Sport is non-suppressor bearing. However, you still get the same WarComp styling and performance, but at a lower price.
SHOT Show 23 – SureFire WarComp-Sport
January 17th, 2023SHOT Show 23 – Crye Precision
January 17th, 2023The items showcased in the Crye Precision booth are “coming soon” which means we should see then during this calendar year.
ATO High Loft Parka & Pants
The ATO ALPINE TERRAIN OPERATIONS High Loft Parka is a static insulation layer for cold weather environments. The Climashield Apex insulation is thermally mapped with three different weights that deliver optimized warmth while minimizing overheating. The unique reversible design provides both alpine and woodland concealment as needed. It is constructed with a durable nylon outer fabric that is wind resistant and packable. The ATO High Loft Parka features an expandable front zipper that allows the flexibility to layer up or down and even provides coverage for fully loaded plate carriers and vests. Hand pockets are lined in fleece for warmth and interior mesh pockets accommodate cold weather gear like goggles.
ATO HD Overwhites
The ATO Overwhites provide alpine concealment in a robust combat feature design. Built from a durable ripstop nylon shell, it utilizes water resistant reinforcement in areas of high wear like the shoulders, seat, and lower arms. You’ll see some M1951 Fishtail Parka DNA in there. Shoulder and cargo pockets stow essential cold weather items and pit zipper pass-throughs.
G4 Aviation Uniform
Developed in conjunction with a SOF aviation element, the G4 Aviation Uniform is offered in both male and female fit. It utilizes the same fabric as G4, the FR Commando Twill. There are also both Field and Combat models.
You’ll find some aviation unique features like dual entry shoulder pockets, center front zipper and loop placement to accommodate ID. The pants also have double seats, oversized patch pocket on calf, vertical zippered entry on thigh pockets, and a multi-tool pocket.
Offered in MultiCam m, Black, and Ranger Green.
LVS Female Fit
Crye’s proprietary 3 dimensional forming technology allows them to shape the vest to directly match the contours of the human body. Now they’ve applied it to the female form. Because it is molded, the armor will not crumple and fold up in the bottom of the carrier. Infact, the LVS Base Vest requires no external carrier at all.
FB/40mm Pouch
The FB/40MM POUCH is designed to accommodate flashbang and 40mm grenades. It is constructed from laser-cut AIRLITE and features a welded attachment strap with a unique tab geometry. Heavy-duty elastic provides a secure fit while the flap is tucked into the pouch. The dual security closure allows for extra security of your flashbang. Available in single, double and triple pouch.
SMOC
Coming this year! Purpose built for multi-day recce missions, the SMOC (Special Missions Operations Coat) is designed to provide combat-specific weather protection and allow storage of critical gear. Constructed from a durable water repellent ripstop nylon shell and fully lined to provide warmth and wind protection, while the mesh venting at the chest pockets and underarm help to avoid overheating during movement. Designed with thumb loop cuffs, an elastic crotch strap and a shock cord cinchable waist to ensure proper fit and security.
See the 2023 Crye Precision catalog here.
2023 SHOT Show
January 17th, 2023
Welcome back to Vegas! With over 80,000 preregistrations, SHOT Show looks to be the biggest ever!
Smith & Wesson Introduces 5.7x28mm to the M&P Family
January 17th, 2023
SPRINGFIELD, MA., (1/17/2023) – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, is proud to announce the new full-size M&P®5.7 pistol with a 22-round capacity.
In an effort to enhance the performance of the increasingly popular 5.7x28mm round in a polymer handgun platform, Smith & Wesson set out to deliver a new and innovative design that will offer a more reliable, accurate, and consistent shooting experience. Designed within the M&P5.7 is Smith & Wesson’s new gas-operated, locked-breech, rotating Tempo™ Barrel System. Developed to harness the speed of the round, this new 5-inch barrel allows for a quicker extraction once the bullet passes the gas port, creating a more secured fireform effect. This key feature allows for increased precision following the first trigger pull and works to utilize the ballistic advantages of the 5.7x28mm round.
“The M&P5.7 is an exciting new pistol from Smith & Wesson that incorporates a gas-operated Tempo™ Barrel System to effectively harness the 5.7x28mm round, creating a lighter recoil for an overall better shooting experience. Like all Smith & Wesson firearms, the M&P5.7 is proudly made entirely in the USA and is backed by the Smith & Wesson Limited Lifetime Service Policy. Whatever your purpose, the M&P5.7 is versatile, fun, and a must-have,” says Andrew Gore, Product Manager, Handguns.
The M&P5.7 is slide cut for optics to accommodate your preferred micro red dots, has a Picatinny-style rail for added accessories, and includes a 1/2×28 threaded muzzle with thread protector to allow for suppressed shooting capabilities. Its single-action flat-face trigger maintains a crisp break and is designed to allow for consistent finger placement that translates to more accurate and repeatable shooting. This pistol boasts a 22-round capacity and ships with two magazines.
Pick up the TEMPO™ with accurate and consistent results from the M&P®5.7.
MSRP is $699.00
Check out the M&P®5.7 at www.smith-wesson.com.
Now Shipping: Blue Force Gear Ten-Speed SF Chest Rig and Low-Pro GP Pouch
January 17th, 2023
POOLER, GA—Blue Force Gear announced today at SHOT Show in Las Vegas that its much-anticipated split-front chest rig will start shipping immediately.
The Ten-Speed® SF Chest Rig from Blue Force Gear was developed with recce operations in mind, where the need to lay prone for extended periods can be complicated by gear mounted to the front of body armor. Designed to be worn over armor or by itself, the SF Chest Rig zips top-to-bottom and can be spread open to move any chest-rig-mounted kit to the sides for a more comfortable prone position.
The front of the chest rig features four stackable mag pouches and comes in M4 and SR25 versions. The military-grade elastic allows metal or polymer mags to fit securely and lay flat when not in use, and the pouches are overlayed with ULTRAcomp® high-performance coated fabric for extra strength. Each of the SF Chest Rig’s four Ten-Speed mag pouches has single-column, 6-row MOLLEminus™ fields and two additional columns of 5-row MOLLEminus fields on each side. This makes it easy to add the BFG Low Pro GP Pouch (designed specifically for this chest rig) or other MOLLE-compatible pouches and accessories.
The SF Chest Rig has padded shoulder straps with integrated management for comms cables and hydration tubes. MOLLEminus fields make it possible to attach additional accessories, and side-release buckles make it easy to completely detach the front of the chest rig for integration with some third-party plate carriers and hydration harnesses.
The Ten-Speed SF Chest Rig is available now in limited quantities at BlueForceGear.com.
Low Pro GP Pouch
The Low Pro GP Pouch was designed to fit the new Ten-Speed SF Chest Rig. This general-purpose pouch features a slight outward taper from top to bottom, making it easier to access its contents when mounted on the chest. The pouch has two-way zippered pockets, and the larger pocket contains Ten-Speed elastic to help organize the pouch’s contents. When empty, the pouches have a low, flat profile.
The Low Pro GP Pouch is available now at BlueForceGear.com.
SHOT Show 23 – Guardian MOA Plate from Radian Weapons
January 17th, 2023Coming Q2 this year, the Guardian MOS plate from Radian Weapons is 85% of the weight of the OEM plate.
It integrates a rear sight into the front of the plate and has a design that twice the thread engagement of the OEM Glock plate.
Currently only built to accommodate the RMR, plates for other RDS are coming.
SHOT Show Range Day 23 – Geissele Unveils Dedicated 6 ARC Rifle and Magazine
January 17th, 2023
During yesterday’s Range Day, Geissele showed off a variant of their Super Duty rifle dedicated to firing the 6 ARC cartridge.
Offered in 18″ and 20″ models.
Reliable magazines for the 6 ARC (and other Grendel rounds) have been an issue, so Geissele also developed their own magazine. These will be available in 5, 20, and 30(!) round capacity.
Outdoor Research Partners with Retail Bloom to Launch OR Pro on Amazon
January 17th, 2023Seattle, Wash. (January 17, 2023) – Outdoor Research (OR), the Seattle-based outdoor and tactical apparel & gear manufacturer is announcing its partnership with Retail Bloom to launch the OR Pro brand on Amazon.
In early 2022, Outdoor Research rebranded its military and tactical business under the OR Pro brand and has seen significant growth over the course of the year. As part of its ongoing growth strategy to expand the brand to a broader range of professional consumers, they have partnered with Retail Bloom, an eCommerce Marketplace Agency to launch OR Pro on Amazon.
Outdoor Research has been working with Retail Bloom for over 3 years, managing the Outdoor Research store on Amazon and they have been an integral part of the OR brand growth on Amazon. As such it was only logical that when OR was looking to launch OR Pro on Amazon they continue to build on the relationship with Retail Bloom.
“With the tremendous success we have had with Retail Bloom in the outdoor industry we were very excited to grow our partnership with them to launch OR Pro on Amazon”, says David Hein, General Manager at Outdoor Research. “With the experience, knowledge and expertise that Retail Bloom brings to the table, we are excited to get the OR Pro brand in front of the Amazon consumer.”
“We are beyond thrilled that Outdoor Research has partnered with Retail Bloom to launch OR Pro on Amazon. The brand resonates with not only the outdoor enthusiast and consumer but with the professional and first responder market. With its over 30-year history of providing US made and off-shore products to the US military and first responders around the world, we now have the ability to provide these products to an even broader range of consumers on Amazon”, says Nicole Reich, Vice President of Sales & Marketing & Co-Founder of Retail Bloom.
Check out all of the new OR Pro and Outdoor Research products at Outdoor Research on Amazon.
