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BCM MK2 Upper Receiver Aligned. Unbending

December 12th, 2019

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Redesigned by lessons learned in combat since 9/11, the BCM MK2 Upper Receiver is built with up to 30% more rigidity than the current Mil-Spec M4 upper receiver without sacrificing interoperability for a mere additional 1/3 ounce of weight.

MEET THE NEW WAR – SAME AS THE OLD WAR

Upper receivers with baked in carry handles and iron sights have been relegated to history. Optics are now synonymous with forward deployed combat carbines, featuring modular “optics ready” flat top upper receivers. Driven by a sense of urgency to improve lethality and save American lives in real-time, this innovation has inadvertently introduced a degradation in the rigidity of the upper receiver, with the weakest point being the area around the ejection port.

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Shifting mass from non-critical to critical areas; the BCM Mk2 Upper Receiver reduces barrel deflection and enhances bore tolerances improving barrel alignment, consistency and accuracy. This enhanced rigidity aids accuracy by limiting barrel deflection from external loads such as a bipod or vertical grip. Also prevents unwanted deflection of moving components, reducing the chance for premature damage and wear of the bolt and barrel lugs which results from misalignment.

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POSITIVE EFFECT ON TARGET

In addition to weapon optics, suppressors have also become standard in modern combat operations. With added gas expansion areas and new channels added around the charging handle opening, vent gas away from the end user’s face, reducing distractions when employing the weapon system with a can.

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LETHALITY IN THE DETAILS

Fine tuning the positioning of the forward assist creates additional clearance for right hand sided charging handle manipulation and clearance for end plate mounted slings.

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USGI

The MK2 Upper Receiver also retains all USGI components in assembly and works with all USGI bolt carriers, charging handles and barrel assemblies.

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BUILT TO EXCEED

Forged from 7075T6, the BCM MK2 Upper Receivers retain a form following grain structure which maximizes achievable strength. All of these improvements come without affecting the manual of arms employed in manipulating a Mil-Spec upper receiver.

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MADE IN AMERICA

All BCM components and accessories unite state of the art manufacturing with lightweight and durable materials to ensure components that last a lifetime, performing far beyond performance requirements established nearly six decades ago.

www.bravocompanymfg.com/mk2upper

Smith & Wesson – M&P 9 Shield EZ

December 12th, 2019

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Smith & Wesson just announced a 9mm variant of the Shield EZ, a carry/defensive pistol introduced in 2018. Originally available only in a .380 chambering, the EZ was designed for ease-of-use, with an easy to rack slide and easy to load magazines, and was principally marketed to inexperienced shooters and those with weaker grip strength that made racking a traditional pistol slide difficult.

This trend continues with the 9mm variant, which shares virtually all the same features, from its single stack midsized frame to the eight round capacity easy-load magazines, as its predecessor. The frame itself has an 18° grip angle, 1911-esque grip safety, M2.0 style texturing, reversible magazine catch, and a picatinny rail dust cover for the attachment of a light or laser.

The slide features front and rear charging serrations, a tactile loaded chamber indicator, windage adjustable rear sight, and S&W’s Armornite corrosion-resistant finish.

The Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield EZ is now available through Smith & Wesson dealers, in four variants:

  • With ambidextrous manual thumb safety
  • Without ambidextrous manual thumb safety
  • Crimson Trace frame with manual safety
  • Crimson Trace frame without manual safety
  • www.smith-wesson.com/9ez

    SureFire Field Notes Ep. 51 with Bill Rapier. How to Draw for the Fight.

    December 12th, 2019

    Bill Rapier of Amtac Shooting discusses the necessity of a one handed draw and how to create space in a combative scenario.

    Bill Rapier spent 20 years in the U.S. Navy SEAL teams with the last 14 as a member of the Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU). His assignments included assaulter, breacher, sniper, team leader, troop chief, and military working dog department senior enlisted adviser. Bill is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Gustavo Machado (Virginia Beach), has been training in Sayoc Kali since 2006, and has trained in western and Thai boxing as well. Bill is now the owner/operator of American Tactical Shooting Instruction & Amtac Blades.

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    Rheinmetall to modernize international client’s air defence systems in multimillion-euro project

    December 11th, 2019

    An international client has awarded Rheinmetall a contract to modernize its air defence systems. The total value of the order, now official, comes to around €120 million. Delivery is scheduled to commence in the third quarter of 2020.

    The modernization measures will enhance the combat effectiveness of existing Skyguard air defence systems. Among other things, the upgraded systems will have an improved capability against drones. The order also encompasses spare parts, technical documentation, training and instruction support as well as state-of-the-art ammunition.

    A world leader in the field of ground-based air defence technology, Rheinmetall networks the full array of sensors, effectors, platforms and command&control assets into overarching, scalable system. This results in a highly effective, modularly designed, flexibly deployable ground-based air defence capability – a system of systems covering the entire operational spectrum.

    UK Government Certifies DroneSentinel

    December 11th, 2019

    DroneShield Ltd (ASX:DRO or DRO.AU) (“DroneShield” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that UK Government’s Centre for Protection of National Infrastructure (“CPNI”) has formally certified DroneShield’s DroneSentinelTM multi-sensor counterdrone system. 

    As a result, DroneSentinelTM has been included in the CPNI Catalogue of Security Equipment (“CSE”). CSE forms an approved list of products for deployment across various critical infrastructure customers in the UK, such as airports, stadiums, and other key sites.  

    DroneShield’s CEO Oleg Vornik commented, “The importance of this world’s first formal Government certification is that it substantially reduces procurement cycle in the nascent counterdrone space by giving prospective customers certainty of product quality. We expect this certification to drive significant additional end customer interest in UK and also globally.”

    BT Group plc (LSE:BT.A) (“BT”), a global leader in telecommunication solutions with operations in 180 countries, and the largest telecommunications company in the United Kingdom, and DroneShield’s partner in the UK, has welcomed the CPNI certification. 

    BT’s Dave Pankhurst, Head of Drone Solutions at BT, commented “By partnering with DroneShield we’re able to provide our customers with a best-in-class, integrated and secure drone solution that will protect infrastructure from unwanted drone activity. The CPNI certification further reinforces to our customers that BT is able to provide a capability of the highest specification ensuring safety and security is maintained.”

    Wild Things – End Of Year Sale

    December 11th, 2019

    Wild Things biggest sale of the year starts NOW!

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    Save 30% off everything in-stock on WildThingsGear.com!

    Save on all in-stock products, including Active Flex:

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    The infamous Wild Things Knuckle Roaster:

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    And our Windshirt:

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    Offer runs through 12/18/19. Limited to in-stock items only, some restrictions may apply.

    Visit WildThingsGear.com to shop the sale!

    ClickNudge Tool for Scalarworks LEAP Mount by Warren Innovative Technologies

    December 11th, 2019

    Warren Innovative Technologies continues to create unique tools for the shooter, like the ClickNudge Tool which is meant for use with the Scalarworks LEAP Mount.

    It’s small enough to hang on a lanyard (not included) and doesn’t damage your mount’s finish. It quickly indexes to the center of the dial and the rounded polished stainless steel pins engage the serrations. The small yet effective handle allows an ergonomic torque application for mounting or dismounting your optic.

    Price is $25 shipped or $20 when buying any of our other products at suppressortools.com.

    US Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine at Natick Seeks Volunteers for Marksmanship Learning Study

    December 11th, 2019

    The US Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (USARIEM) in Natick, MA is seeking volunteers for a research study investigating the effectiveness of a non-invasive tool that uses mild electrical stimulation of the face to improve learning. The purpose of this study is to determine whether this tool could reduce the amount of time Warfighters need to acquire marksmanship proficiency. If you qualify for participation, you will be asked to answer questions about yourself and your health, complete marksmanship tasks involving a simulated M4 rifle and have your heart rate monitored. Your participation in this study will last approximately 13 hours, which will be spread across 4 days.

    To be included in this study, you must be 18 to 30 years of age, exercise at least twice a week, and speak/read English fluently. You cannot have prior military/law enforcement service, and minimal or no prior experience with firearms, including pistols, shotguns, or rifles.

    You may receive up to $300 for completing this study if you do not work for the government. Reimbursement may be available for transportation services.

    To find out more information please call (508) 206-2432 or email william.h.neumeier.mil@mail.mil