Conversation a few years ago at the dinner table.
So one of my sons asks me, “Dad, what’s a leg?”
I answered, “Everyone on your mother’s side of the family son.”
True story…
He’s now 18 and started his path toward an A license while waiting in DEP to join the service.
Happy Airborne Day to all of you Paratroopers out there!
Now available, the Magpul Hunter American Stock, for the Ruger American Short Action.
Magpul started with an anodized aluminum bedding block and added reinforced polymer to give you the durability, features, reliability and comfort you’ve come to expect from all of our stocks. The Magpul Hunter American offers users a cost-effective replacement to the factory stock that features enhanced ergonomics and a fully adjustable length of pull and comb height. Compatible with Ruger American Short Action rifles, this stock requires no bedding, and is a true “drop-in” solution for the end user.
Features
• Compatible with Ruger American short action rifles
• Bolt Action Magazine Well & PMAG 5 7.62 AC included for Reliable detachable box magazine compatibility
• Reinforced polymer construction with Type III Hard anodized, machine finished cast aluminum bedding block
• High strength steel recoil lugs
• Compatible with barrel profiles up to medium palma
• Adjustable LOP from 13.0”-15.0” with included 0.50” Spacers
• Optional cheek riser kit to adjust cheek weld (stock comes pre-fitted with 0.25” Riser)
• M-LOK compatible for additional accessories
Available in Black, Flat Dark Earth, OD Green and Grey.
www.magpul.com/featured/magpul-hunter-series
USSOCOM has selected the Trijicon solution for their Miniature Aiming System – Day Optics Program. Under MAS-D, there are four different systems: Handgun Reflex Sight, Close Quarters Sight, Squad Variable Power Scope and Precision Variable Power Scope.
This award is for the Handgun Reflex Sight (HRS), which is designed for rapid day and night pistol target engagements. It incorporates an illuminated dot or shape imposed on a Wide Field of View (WFOV) lens to increase the speed of target acquisition when maneuvering in confined spaces, or in extremis if the primary weapon malfunctions.
With Trijicon winning it is based on their RMR Type 2 and will assuredly be mounted to SOCOM’s Glock 19s.
The RMR’s Aiming Dot features eight adjustable brightness settings including 2 NV and 1 super bright. It’s powered by a CR2032 battery which lasts up to 4 years at a brightness setting of 4 out of 8. Additionally, it automatically adjusts to ambient lighting conditions after 16.5 hours and there is a lockout feature for the buttons. It is also waterproof to 20m.
Trijicon Inc., Wixom, Michigan,* is awarded a $7,626,587 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract with a five-year ordering period for handgun reflex sights for the miniature aiming system – day optics program. The handgun reflex sight is a low profile, wide field of view, passive sight for rapid day and night pistol target engagements in confined spaces, while prisoner handling, or in extremis after the primary weapon malfunctions. Work will be performed in Wixom, Michigan, and is expected to be completed by August 2023. Fiscal 2018 defense procurement funding in the amount of $1,158,052 will be obligated at the time of award and funds will not expire at the end of the current fiscal year. The contract was competitively procured via the Federal Business Opportunities website, with three offers received. The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, Crane, Indiana, is the contracting activity (N0016418DJQ25).
The award was decided on best value. SOCOM plans to field over 14,000 of these optics to its various components.
SureFire Field Notes is a multi-segment informational video series with tips and techniques from subject matter experts of all backgrounds. In this episode, Jeff Gonzalez of Trident Concepts, discusses the proper considerations for concealed carry.
Jeff Gonzales heads Trident Concepts, LLC a reality based company specializing in personal protection tactics and training for armed and unarmed conflicts. Their motto is “Concepts that meet reality.”
He was a decorated and respected US Navy SEAL and has worked in a variety of environments and capacities throughout the globe. He brings to the company not only his hard & soft skills, but also his ability to manage and exploit the staff to best serve the interests of the company and their clients. Their goal is not simply to train you, but to better prepare you for the worst-case scenario.
He has also finished authoring the book Combative Fundamentals, An Unconventional Approach, now available for retail purchase. Presently, the book is keeping pace as a best seller and is considered by most to have set the high-water mark as an excellent resource. A must have for serious shooters across the board.
B.E. Meyers & Co. has enhanced the capabilities of the Modular Advanced Weapon Laser (MAWL®) with its latest offering, the EndCap 2 (EC2). In keeping with B.E. Meyers & Co.’s unwavering commitment to the end user, the EC2 introduces two new features for improved performance with the MAWL:
1. A Threaded battery cap that allows for replacement of the MAWL’s battery without tools.
2. Redesigned remote fire ports for easy access when the MAWL is mounted to a platform.
Performing a battery change on the MAWL is simplified with the EC2. Its threaded battery cap can be loosened or tightened by hand, and makes the MAWL easy to maintain in environments where time is critical, and small tools may not be available or practical.
The redesigned geometry of the EC2 moves the remote fire ports to the top of the endcap and spaces them apart to facilitate quick access when the MAWL is mounted to a rifle. This extended spacing also provides additional clearance for any other wiring or accessories mounted to the platform.
The MAWL is an inherently modular device, allowing for the three components, head, body, and end cap, to be easily swapped or exchanged.
The EC2 is fully compatible with the entire MAWL family of weapon lasers, and can be purchased individually or as part of a complete MAWL.
For more information about the EC2 visit www.bemeyers.com.
If you’re a military retiree like me, you’ve been using the TRICARE Retiree Dental Program through Delta Dental, but that’s going away at the end of this year.
Instead, we’ll be eligible to enroll in the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP). In addition to dental insurance we can also get vision coverage which is a welcome addition for me as I started wearing glasses a few years ago.
New coverage will begin 1 January, 2019, but you will not be automatically enrolled in a FEDVIP plan for 2019. It is imperative you enroll during the Federal Benefits Open Season, which is November 12–December 10, 2018.
Visit www.tricare.benefeds.com for more information.
The Trak XL is Flavio Pellegrino’s third Kickstarter campaign, with the first being the Titanium Runner’s Anywhere Knife.
Originally envisioned as a backup or “last ditch” knife for scuba divers caught in fishing line, the TRAK XL transformed into a neck knife designed for females to protect from assaults while out running alone. Naturally, it can be used for a wide variety of applications.
Features:
• Larger Two Finger Design – Improved Retention – Cannot be dropped – Fits like a glove
• 2.2″ Blade Length – For increased cutting ability
• Titanium features single 2.2″ blade on bottom edge
• S35VN features two blade edges (2.2″ & 1.25″)
• Thicker stock material – Improved comfort
• Redesigned carry sheath – Easy access & increased retention
• Anti-Slip jimping – Improved control when wet
• Hollow ground cutting edge – Finer/sharper cutting edge
• Made in USA
Carry options include Neck, Belt, Backpack, or Armband.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/1975082129/trak-xl-a-compact-titanium-edc-utility-knife-and-t
American Outdoor Brands Corporation is a holding company that owns, directly or indirectly, a family of consumer product companies, including Smith & Wesson Corp., Battenfeld Technologies, Inc., Crimson Trace Corporation, SWPC Plastics, LLC, and BTI Tools, LLC. Those subsidiary companies operate in four divisions and manage multiple brands, including: BOG–POD®, Caldwell®, Crimson Trace®, Deep River Plastics® Frankford Arsenal®, Golden Rod®, Hooyman®, Imperial™, Key Gear®, Lockdown®, M&P®, Non–Typical Wildlife Solutions™, Old Timer®, Performance Center®, Schrade®, Smith & Wesson®, Thompson/Center™, Tipton®, Uncle Henry®, UST®, and Wheeler® Engineering.
They currently have multiple openings, including:
Associate Channel Marketing Manager
The Associate Manager, Channel Marketing is responsible for creating, implementing and managing channel marketing strategy to ensure objectives are accomplished on time and on budget. The successful candidate will conceptualize develop & implement multi-faceted programs and promotions, aligned with key sales, marketing and brand initiatives.
Manufacturing Engineer
The Manufacturing Engineer will develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. The position will recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods and controls. It will also coordinate manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Priorities include process improvement, problem resolution, project management and employee training.
Product Engineer II
Perform Engineering tasks either as the administrator of a small project requiring standardized course of action, or as the administrator of an assigned segment of a larger project. Projects consist of solving production design problems and developing new models, and meeting project deadlines as outlined by the Project Management Team. Requires strict compliance with all Company policies as defined by the Executive Management Team, as well as adherence to the Company’s Quality manual and ISO Policy, and conducting business with ethical business practices at all times.
PROCESS ENGINEER (III)
Process Engineers develop manufacturing processes to manufacture New Product Development (NPD) parts. Their responsibilities revolve around three critical test pilot lots.
• Design Concept Validation — Make parts by any method and as quickly as possible for initial design testing.
• Design Process Validation — Establish the production process and produce parts to validate the manufacturing process and the design.
• Production Pilot Lot — Finalize manufacturing process so production can make parts to validate and approve the design and the manufacturing process readiness.
For full details, visit aob.com/careers.
