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The Safariland Group Announces Brad E. Williams as President

March 14th, 2019

JACKSONVILLE, Florida – The Safariland Group (“Safariland” or the “Company”), a leading global provider of safety and survivability products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets, today announced it has named Brad E. Williams as president. Williams, previously the Company’s executive vice president and COO, will report to Warren B. Kanders, Chairman and CEO of the Maui Acquisition Corporation, Safariland’s parent company. Williams will have direct responsibility for all business units and corporate functions within The Safariland Group.

Longtime leader and president Scott O’Brien will become the Chairman for The Safariland Group supporting Williams on key initiatives and strategic projects.

“For decades, Scott has grown Safariland to become one of the most recognized and revered brands in our industry,” said Kanders. “His many accomplishments include fostering an open and collaborative work environment with our customers, suppliers and associates, and I am pleased he will continue with the organization in a strategic capacity.”

“In order to build the business and preserve the rich legacy Safariland has built over its 55 years, I began a journey two years ago to find my successor,” commented O’Brien. “I met Brad and quickly recognized he was the person to lead the Company into the future.”

Williams began his career with Safariland in the spring of 2017 after spending 20 years in executive and leadership positions within IDEX Corporation, Danaher Corporation and Ingersoll Rand Company. Williams holds Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and a Master of Business Administration from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business.

O’Brien began his tenure with Safariland in 1973 and led its body armor division, became vice president of manufacturing in 1985 and president of Safariland in 1993.

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Century Arms, Canik Showcasing Products At ILEETA Conference

March 14th, 2019

DELRAY BEACH, Florida – (MARCH 13, 2019) – Century Arms, North America’s premier AK manufacturer and the exclusive importer for Canik pistols and accessories, will be exhibiting at the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA) Conference and Expo in St. Louis, Missouri, March 18-23, 2019. Attendees should plan on visiting booth #249 to visit with our LE/Mil Sales Specialist about the full lineup from these brands.

Century Arms and Canik will also have a range of Law Enforcement/Military Only Canik pistols and select-Fire AK SBRs at the range session for attendees to gain hands-on experience with these products.

Century Arms is proud to support the ILEETA Scholarship Fund with a prize package donation to the conference raffle & auction event of a Canik TP9SF pistol and Safariland 6360 ALS®/SLS Level III Holster.

Attendees may contact Ross Botha, LE/Mil Sales Specialist to schedule a meeting at [rbotha@centuryarms.com]or visit him at the Century Arms / Canik booth #249.

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XTech Tactical and Gun Dynamics Team up to Launch Smart Laser

March 14th, 2019

Mesa, AZ and Bethel, CT

For Immediate Release:

After over two years of development, XTech Tactical’s Smart Laser is fully developed and a small batch of production units are in hand and tested! They are now offering the Smart Laser exclusively through Gun Dynamics while they await the delivery of their first production run.

The Smart Laser is a green laser and 200 lumen led light combo designed for full size pistols as the ultimate home defense pistol accessory. The unit features a patented and patent pending Sensor Mode. Sensor Mode uses IR sensors at each side of the trigger guard to give the user the ultimate control over the unit’s activation.

The unit does not require the user to enter the trigger guard and activates as the user breaks the plane below the slide. When using a two-thumbs forward grip, the user will activate the unit by lowering their off-hand thumb. Conversely, if the user identifies an immediate threat the natural action of the trigger finger going towards the trigger activates the unit. Once the finger or thumb go back up to the slide, the unit turns off.

Sensor Mode solves two major problems with alternative units on the market: disclosure of location to a threat and new trained actions under stress. When activated into Sensor Mode the unit scans for 14 consecutive hours which can be restarted or stopped by the user.

The Smart Laser also features ambidextrous manual power buttons if the user desires to use the Smart Laser in a constant on mode.

The Smart Laser offers 5 different combinations of light/laser usage ranging from laser or light only to combinations featuring solid on and strobing. The unit has a memory of the user’s last selected setting.

The Smart Laser mounts onto both picatinny and Glock style rails of full-size pistols and market MSRP will be $179.95.

NOW FOR THE REALLY EXCITING NEWS:

XTech Tactical is offering the unit for sale to consumers exclusively through Gun Dynamics today through the end of March for only $149.95! Even better, there are some early bird specials for the campaign and stretch goals that if hit the company will add to EVERYONE’s orders. Gun Dynamics is the only active crowdfunding site that openly permits firearms and related products.

To check out more on the Smart Laser please visit gundynamics.com/products/xtech-smart-laser.

XTech Tactical is taking wholesale pre-orders via dealers@xtechtactical.com

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TD Cordell Combat Tactical Pants

March 14th, 2019

Tactical Distributors has released the TD Cordell Combat Tactical Pants.

Designed at customer request, the Cordell Combat Pant is made from a stretch Nylon/Poly Tweave that is DWR treated for wet conditions, moisture wicking, quick dry, anti-snag and very breathable. It offers 10 strategically place pockets to organize your gear, mags, and essentials. Two leg adjustment points to secure the bottom part of your trousers if you have any loose fabric. Some other functional features are gusseted crotch, articulated knees and extra wide belt loops to fit most battle belt setups. The top entry velcro closure knee cap pockets accept a high-density knee cap insert (included). To top it off TD added side zipper vents to help when you are active and need to dump heat but still be protected.

Available in Dark Urban Grey or Coyote Brown.

www.tacticaldistributors.com

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Comp-Tac Releases Holster Fits for New CZ P-10 Variants

March 14th, 2019

3/13/19 – Houston, TX – Comp-Tac® a leader in high quality holsters for competition, concealed carry, and duty use, has expanded many of their holsters to fit the new CZ P-10 Subcompact and CZ P-10 Full Size weapons including: The MTAC™, The eV2™ and The International™.

The MTAC™ Holster is hybrid holster with two layer leather backing and Kydex shell making this a comfortable concealed carry choice. The MTAC™ is tuckable allowing the user to tuck their shirt in over the gun. With interchangeable shells, customers who already own and MTAC™ holster can upgrade just the shell for their new either the CZ P-10 S or the CZ P-10 F.

The eV2™ is an appendix inside the waistband (AIWB) holster that is designed for casual EDC as well as deep concealment applications. The CZ P-10 Subcompact fit works well with the eV2™’s Kick which will hide the grip by pushing it into the body.

The International™ holster is an outside the waistband holster with a modular mounting system. With a belt mount, paddle mount and drop offset piece the International is perfect for range use and competitive shooting. The International has been the top used holster at the IDPA Nationals 7 years running and will allow owners of the CZ P-10 Full size the perfect option for using their gun on the range.

“CZ has come out with some very popular handguns in the past year. These new P-10 options give users more variations for applications like concealed carry and competition. Providing holsters for the CZ P-10 S and F help the whole process come together,” said Gordon Carrell, General Manager of Comp-Tac®

For a full list of the holster fits for the CZ P-10 Subcompact, Compact and Full Size please visit comp-tac.com.

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New Vehicle-mounted Electronic Tech Enables Marines to Combat Threats

March 14th, 2019

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. —

Marine Corps Systems Command plans to implement a new form of technology that allows the Marine Air-Ground Task Force to identify enemy activity.

The technology employs a vehicle-borne tool that enables Marines to discern what happens inside the electromagnetic spectrum. It connects several independent electronic capabilities into a single unit and allows Marines to manage threats and reactions from a central location.

“Marines are going to be able to make decisions on what they are seeing,” said Lt. Col. Thomas Dono, a team lead in MCSC’s Command Elements Systems.

Marines currently use systems to counter IEDs that block signals used by adversaries to remotely detonate explosive devices. The new technology is a man-packable and vehicle-mounted system, which will be able to be deployed on any Marine vehicle.

“This emergent technology combines a number of current capabilities into one system, thereby reducing the need for additional training and logistic support to manage multiple systems,” said Col. Dave Burton, program manager for Intelligence Systems at MCSC.

Once fielded, the system will enhance situational awareness on the battlefield.

“We will be able to do all of the functions of similar systems as well as sense and then display what is going on in the electronic spectrum,” said Dono. “Then we can communicate that to Marines for their decision-making process.”

MCSC is taking an evolutionary approach that allows the command to field the equipment faster and then gradually improve the capability as time progresses, Dono said. As the technology evolves, the Marine Corps can make incremental improvements as needed.

The Corps will work with Marines to test a variety of displays that track the electromagnetic spectrum, looking into each display’s user interface. The command can then determine if improvements must be made to ensure usability.

“It’s similar to what Apple does with the iPhone,” explained Dono. “They have many different displays and they want to make it natural and intuitive, so it’s not something that’s clunky, confusing and has to be learned.”

MCSC plans to field the vehicle-mounted system around the first quarter of 2020. When implemented, the equipment will continue to grow in capability to better prepare Marines to take on the digital battlefield.

“This system is important because it is going to allow Marines to operate inside the electromagnetic spectrum, make decisions and act upon that information,” said Dono. “That’s something they’ve never had to consider or think about in the past.”

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

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BE Meyers & Co To Attend 10th Annual USASOC Sniper Competition

March 14th, 2019

March 14, 2019 (Redmond, WA) – B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. will be attending the 10th Annual USASOC Sniper Competition in Fort Bragg, NC on March 21-22, 2019. B.E. Meyers & Co.’s Business Development Manager Chad Curtis will be at the company’s sponsor table answering questions, and showcasing the MAWL® and IZLID® series of high-power weapon lasers.

To book a meeting with the Chad Curtis at the 10th Annual USASOC Sniper Competition, please contact info@bemeyers.com.

www.bemeyers.com

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US Navy Selects Optics 1 for G-BOSS Light Optical Cameras

March 14th, 2019

Naval Sea Systems Command, NSWC Crane Division has announced a $12,000,000 Contract to Optics 1 Inc for the Ground-Based Optical Surveillance System (G-BOSS) Light Optical Camera (GBLOC).

Optics 1 Inc., Bedford, New Hampshire, is awarded a $12,000,000 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract action for production, repair, and engineering support services for the ground based operational surveillance system light optical camera. The primary work is to manufacture and deliver a tripod mounted electro-optical and infrared sensor that provides both daylight and night vision imagery for detecting, classifying, and identifying targets to be mounted on a variant of the ground based operational surveillance system. Work will be performed in Bedford, New Hampshire, and is expected to be complete by March 2024. Fiscal 2019 and 2018 research, development, test, and evaluation (Navy) funding in the amount of $253,413 will be obligated at time of award, and will not expire at the end of the current fiscal year. This contract was competitively procured via the Federal Business Opportunities website, with two offers received. The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, Crane, Indiana, is the contracting activity (N0016419DJV28).

GBLOC is a tripod mounted Electro-Optical and Infrared sensor that provides both daylight and night vision imagery for detecting, classifying, and identifying targets.

The Safran Optics 1 Solution is the High-Resolution Thermal Viewer (HRTV) which provides Cooled Thermal, Color Day, and Low-Light Level video channels.

Integrating Digital Magnetic Compass, Inclinometer, GPS, Laser Pointer and Laser Rangefinder the HRTV weighs less than 4.4 lb (including battery).

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