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AirBoss Defense Group Selected by FEMA to Support the US National COVID-19 Response

April 2nd, 2020

Delivering Powered Air Purifying Respirators and High Efficiency Filters to Federal Government

LANDOVER, MD (April 1, 2020) – AirBoss Defense Group (ADG) announced today that the U.S. Government has placed an initial order for 100,000 American-made FlexAir™ Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) and 600,000 High Efficiency Filters for urgent response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The FlexAir™ PAPR is designed to enable medical providers and first responders unencumbered protection over extended periods of time while providing critical medical care. The value of the contract is expected to be $96.4M and deliveries will begin immediately and are expected to be completed over the next 13 weeks.

The FlexAir™ PAPR System is a compact, lightweight respirator system powered by an onboard battery in a waist-mounted blower, designed and manufactured in the United States. The flexible design permits the use of 2 High Efficiency particulate filters, providing a high level of protection against biological viruses like COVID-19.

“This is war, and President Trump is using the full force of the federal government and the full power of private enterprises like ADG to rapidly mobilize our industrial base to fight the hidden enemy of COVID-19.” said Dr. Peter Navarro, White House Director of the Office of Trade and Manufacturing Policy. “ADG has stepped up with lightning speed, and their willingness to help meet the urgent need for powered respirators will save American lives. This crisis has shown that maintaining and supporting a strong U.S. manufacturing base is of critical importance to our nation’s economic security and national defense.”

Patrick Callahan, CEO of AirBoss Defense Group said, “ADG is honored to apply our engineering and manufacturing capabilities towards protecting the lives of front-line medical professionals and first responders. FlexAirÔ PAPR systems are designed to provide caregivers ultimate protection against biological threats, including COVID-19, enhancing the life-saving capabilities of our dedicated health care workers. The entire company is completely focused on delivering these products on an accelerated timeline, to Federal, state and local authorities as well directly to frontline health care professionals. As our products are manufactured in the United States, we are prepared to quickly provide lifesaving products as the need for protective equipment evolves.”

ADG is an umbrella survivability group that provides military, law enforcement, medical providers, industrial providers and first responders with a diverse portfolio of protective equipment that spans the entire survivability spectrum. AirBoss Defense, an ADG brand, is a recognized world leader in rapid deployment negative pressure isolation shelters, medical protection equipment, and personal respiratory protective products. AirBoss Defense’s emergency response and protective equipment is utilized by the U.S. Department of State, Office of Strategic Medical Preparedness, FEMA and CDC infectious disease treatment centers.

In addition, AirBoss Defense provides protective equipment to emergency medical response teams and hospitals in over 1,500 U.S. cities, as well as over 30 countries worldwide. The company successfully responded during the MERS and Ebola outbreaks, by providing critical protective equipment to government and civilian medical customers. The company will continue to engage in the response to the COVID-19 outbreak through the rapid delivery of domestically manufactured personal protection equipment and patient isolation systems to the medical community.

For more information, please visit www.adg.com.

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SilencerCo and Silencer Shop Partner for SPEQ Dealer Program

April 2nd, 2020

West Valley City, UT – SilencerCo is excited to announce that Silencer Shop will be our exclusive nationwide fulfillment center for our SPEQ Dealer Program. This program offers special pricing for first responders, law enforcement and veterans.

“SilencerCo is proud to partner with Silencer Shop and honor public service providers through our SPEQ program. We look forward to continuing to work cohesively as a team to provide special pricing for those who have provided so selflessly for us,” said Jonathon Shults, President, SilencerCo. Dave Matheny, Silencer Shop’s founder and Chief Executive Officer, added, “At Silencer Shop, we’ve worked hard to make silencer ownership simplified. We’re excited to be partnering with SilencerCo to provide the same streamlined processes to our service-men and-women through SilencerCo’s SPEQ program.”

This new web-based ordering platform will allow for a streamlined ordering process. Moving forward, all new SPEQ orders will be processed through speq.silencerco.com. In recent months, demand for SilencerCo products has increased and especially in the last few weeks. We are taking additional steps to manage our inventory levels and are working diligently to add capacity to meet demand. We look forward to continuing to provide you with the most premium, innovative and quality manufactured silencers and accessories.

Approved SPEQ dealers that have an account with Silencer Shop will be able to access the portal by using their existing Silencer Shop login credentials. Approved SPEQ dealers without a Silencer Shop account will be contacted by the SilencerCo sales team with instructions on how to get setup in the new system. Dealers who wish to participate in SPEQ should contact SilencerCo using the ‘Contact Us’ link at speq.silencerco.com.

SPEQ qualifications include:
• Law Enforcement (Active or retired with credentials)
• Military (Active, reserve, retired, disabled veterans with medically retired ID, or anyone with a DD 214 that was honorably discharged)
• Federal Flight Deck Officer (with credentials)
• Fire Rescue / EMT (with credentials/license)
• Private Security (Armed private security only)

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MD Textil Introduces Last Chance Cartridge Holder

April 1st, 2020

Germany’s MD-Textil has introduced a new line of firearms oriented products with the first being the Last Chance Cartridge Holder.

It accepts 2 cartridges in .308, 6.5 CM, 300 BLK, .30-06 or similar calibers and incorporates an Anti-slip coating to ensure your rounds won’t fall out. It is attached to the rifle via hook Velcro on the back. They include a patch of Velcro loop to affix to the stock.

md-textil.info/Lastchance-Patronenhalter

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Blackhawk Adds New Fits to A.R.C. Holster Line

April 1st, 2020

VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia – April 1, 2020 – Blackhawk, a leader in the law enforcement and military equipment realm for over 20 years, announced today that it has expanded its line of Appendix Reversible Carry (A.R.C) Inside the Waistband (IWB) holsters with new models compatible for today’s most popular concealed carry pistols. The new A.R.C. IWB holsters are now available for use with the SIG P365, SIG P356XL, Glock 48 and Smith & Wesson EZ 9/380 pistols.

The A.R.C. IWB holsters have been designed to offer a deep concealment solution. With its fully reversible design, users now have multiple carry options in one holster model. The A.R.C. IWB holster is constructed of a soft, yet durable injection-molded polymer material for all-day comfort and concealment. As functional as it is comfortable, the holster design provides users with ambidextrous options for appendix carry.

Each holster is packaged with two cant and ride height adjustment belt clips for 1.5- and 1.75-inch belts. For further customization, a passive retention detent with adjustment screws allows users to vary the amount of friction for personalized firearm security. With its low-cut design, the A.R.C. IWB can be used in conjunction with pistols featuring rear-mounted red dot sights. The A.R.C. IWB is also compatible with both compact and full-size pistol models and now includes fits for over 25 semi-automatic firearms.

“The focus of the A.R.C. IWB holster has always been based on versatility and comfort,” said Willie Vernon, Senior Director of Marketing for Blackhawk. “With its ability to accommodate both left and right-handed shooters as well multiple forms of concealed carry placement, the A.R.C. IWB can be customized for each individual user. For those seeking a deep concealment option that won’t hamper their daily movements, the A.R.C IWB won’t disappoint.”

For more information on the new A.R.C. IWB models or to view Blackhawk’s complete line of concealment holsters visit blackhawk.com/a-r-c-inside-the-waistband-holster.

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Franklin Armory – BFSIII-879-C1

April 1st, 2020

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Exped – Doublemat Evazote

April 1st, 2020

In the 1980s and early 90s Special Forces issued a Black closed cell foam mat which was quite a bit softer than the ones used by the Army. So soft in fact that they were often folded into squares and carried in the dead space between the back and frame of an ALICE pack rather than rolled in the traditional style. I haven’t seen one in years.

The other day I ran across the Doublemat Evazote from Expedition and it reminded of that old sleeping pad.

Multi-purpose: spread it out or fold it. Doubled up it is about 8mm and can accept some clothing in between – or layed out flat measuring 2 m x 1 m, for example as ground layer for an ultralight mat.

Works as an insulated tent carpet, sleeping mat, rain cover or flotation aid – or cut it up to make insoles for your shoes. No expedition leaves home without one.

Made of Evazote, an environmentally sound closed cell EVA foam (Ethyl Vinyl Acetat) which is optimised for expedition use. Acclaimed for extreme durability and is not rendered useless by thorns, debris or crampons.

Exped claims it’s a dark color in order to facilitate quick drying of condensation.

www.exped.com/usa/en/product-category/mats/doublemat-evazote

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Richard Mann Launches the Empty Cases Podcast

April 1st, 2020

PRINCETON, WV, April 1, 2020 – The Empty-Cases Podcast, which features stories about shooters, soldiers, lawmen, hunters, and outdoor enthusiasts, is now live. In 2008, Richard Mann launched the Empty-Cases blog. It has become one of the most trusted Internet sources for educational and entertaining content related to firearms and the outdoors. Combined, the companion social media channels for Empty-Cases have thousands of followers. With the growing popularity of podcasts, and Richard Mann’s insatiable desire to tell stories, it only made sense for there to be a weekly Empty-Cases Podcast.

Sponsored by Wilson Combat and Timney Triggers, unlike other gun and outdoor related podcasts, the Empty-Cases Podcast focuses on people. Each episode takes a deep dive into the life of one of someone who has made a name for themselves in the outdoors or with firearms. And, in keeping with the Empty-Cases, it’s all about the shot, theme, each guest will answer three questions:

1. What was the best shot you ever made.

2. What was the worst shot you ever made.

3. Where did you get or who gave you, your shot or big break.

The Empty-Cases Podcast can be found on multiple podcast directories and multiple episodes are already available for download. The podcast and all current episodes are also accessible at, www.empty-cases.com and podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/empty-cases-podcast/id1504715710

ABOUT RICHARD MANN

Born and raised in West Virginia, Richard has hunted from the Montana mountains to the green hills of Africa. He has a military, law enforcement, firearms instructing, and competitive shooting background, and has authored or edited five books. He currently contributes to a variety of gun and outdoor magazines and is the Executive Producer of the reality hunting drama, WILDCraft, which is available for streaming on Amazon Prime. Richard lives on his shooting range in West Virginia with the most understanding wife in the world, their kids, and a very protective Rhodesian Ridgeback.

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