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SIG P320 Completes Government 10,000 Round First Article Testing With Zero Issues

April 2nd, 2018

Late last week, SIG SAUER posted a rather intriguing photo to their Instagram account.

It had this caption.

6 guns….60,000 rounds…zero failures…big shout out to the testing and engineering teams at SIG SAUER as they put the P320 through its paces for a new customer’s endurance testing protocol

I asked for more information from SIG, inquiring which government agency the test was conducted for. No one would say, neither on, nor off-the-record, but I did find out that this was First Article Testing and that it wasn’t DoD. Additionally, the testing was conducted at SIG with government observers. This leads me to believe it was for Department of Homeland Security. SIG technicians fired 10,000 rounds each through six P320 pistols. I understand the ammunition was Gold Dot 2.

The pistols also went through a full battery of testing including a six-axis drop test. Once again, there were no failures. Both of these tests are significant due to last year’s -30 Deg drop issue and the P320-derived Modular Handgun System exhibited issues with ammunition in DoD testing last year.

It’s very rare for a new piece of equipment to complete First Article Testing with zero deficiencies. It sounds like SIG has been learning from past issues and upping their game. Let’s see if they can keep this up.

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ZEV Technologies Hires New VP Sales

April 2nd, 2018

Oxnard, CA – April 2nd 2018 – ZEV Technologies is excited to announce and welcome Garin Lee as the new Vice President of Sales for ZEV Technologies.

Matt Ridenour, CEO of ZEV Technologies, shared, “At ZEV we aspire to hire to people that challenge us to be better and who push us to expand our vision. Garin has run sales organizations ten times our size and truly understands this marketplace and our customers. His focus at ZEV will be on customer advocacy and customer intimacy. We want to match our world class products with a world class sales and service.”

Garin Lee commented that, “I am honored to be part of the ZEV team and I’m looking forward to being part of the leadership and direction of ZEV. I have always been an ambassador of ZEV and what Alec Wolf was doing in the early days of ZEV. Getting a chance to work with close friends that have put blood and sweat into what is now a truly great brand is exciting and I am looking forward to the adventures and ZEV culture in the next chapter of an incredible company.”

Garin comes to ZEV after serving as the Director of Sales for Surefire LLC where he managed commercial, distributor and Canadian sales for all of the Surefire product lines, prior to Surefire he served as Western Regional Sales Manager for Under Armor and National Account Manager for Oakley. Garin has always been involved in the shooting industry and is an avid outdoors enthusiast.

www.zevtechnologies.com

Congrats Garin and Team ZEV! Very excited about this news.

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MATBOCK Monday || Grave Robber Drug Roll

April 2nd, 2018

This is the new Drug Roll from MATBOCK. Made from their Ghost and Ghost Lite materials, it features 5 small pouches on the sides and 1 large main pouch in the middle. The large main pouch has their new organizational system integrated into it for all different sizes of medications. Simply push the head of the bottle into the holes and rotate till the drug label can be seen clearly for quick identification during both emergency situations and inventory. When the pouch is closed up, the outside has a few rows of elastic loops for syringes, needles, scissors, sharps containers and other medical necessities. The back is lined with hook Velcro to attach to the inside of medical packs

For further information, visit www.matbock.com/collections/all/products/grave-robber-drug-roll.

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SERT at DSA (Defence Services Asia) 2018

April 2nd, 2018

SERT LLC, a Virginia EDWOSB company will officially be representing the following US brands (alphabetically) at the upcoming DSA (Defence Services Asia) 2018 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, held from the 16th to 19th of April 2018.

• G-Code

• Jersey Tactical

• Misty Mountain

• Otto Engineering

• PECI

• S&S Precision

• Sneaky Bags

• Vista’s Federal Premium, Speer and CCI ammunition

Known internationally for their SERT branded weapons cases and individual equipment & gear, their dedicated team of OCIE product development and acquisition professionals have steadily been increasing their presence in South East Asia since 2009. By actively marketing selected American brands that compliment their own, SERT has been successful in offering complete solutions to law enforcement, military and other government end users in the region. SERT currently has offices in Singapore, Indonesia (Jakarta) and Vietnam (HCMC), and this event coincides with the launch of their new Malaysian office.

Visit SERT at Booth 10453 during DSA 2018, to see how they can help fulfill your mission requirements.

For any inquiries, please contact Michael Scott at PR@sert.us

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Top Guns: Army Green Berets take first place in international Special Operations sniper competition

April 1st, 2018

FORT BRAGG, N.C. — There are shooting and marksmanship competitions around the world, and then there is the annual United States Army Special Operations Command International Sniper Competition.

A 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) sniper team earned overall first place honors in the ninth annual event after besting more than 40 special operations forces teams from around the U.S. military’s most elite units and international special forces teams.

One half of the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) Green Beret sniper team, Sgt. 1st Class Cuong, uses communication and teamwork with his teammate Master Sgt. David at the United States Army Special Operations Command International Sniper Competition held at Fort Bragg, N.C. March 18-22. The team earned overall first place honors in the ninth annual event after besting more than 40 special operations force teams from around the U.S. Military’s most elite units and international special forces teams. Editor’s note: Due to the mission of Special Forces Soldiers, full names of members of the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) are not releasable. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jacob Braman )

According to United States Army Special Operations Command, the International Sniper Competition consisted of 22 events over five days and four nights of physically and mentally challenging precision fires. Sniper teams converged on Fort Bragg, N.C., March 18-22, to compete in a challenging and combat oriented competition.

A Green Beret from the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) sniper team, Sgt. 1st Class Cuong fires his rifle in an event at the ninth annual United States Army Special Operations Command International Sniper Competition held at Fort Bragg, N.C. March 18-22. The 1st SFG (A) sniper team outperformed special operations teams from the Naval Special Warfare Command, Marine Corps Scout Sniper School, U.S. Army Sniper School, 75th Ranger Regiment, and international special operations teams from Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, France, Italy, and Singapore. Editor’s note: Due to the mission of Special Forces Soldiers, full names of members of the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) are not releasable. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jacob Braman)

“We started off poorly on the first day due to some sleep deprivation,” said Master Sgt. David, a Green Beret with the 1st SFG (A) and member of the winning sniper team. “We really started clicking and things began to fall into place after we regrouped and got some rest between events.”

Master Sgt. David competed with his teammate Sgt. 1st Class Cuong, also a Green Beret with the 1st SFG (A).

A Green Beret from the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) sniper team, prepares to fire his rifle at the ninth annual United States Army Special Operations Command International Sniper Competition held at Fort Bragg, N.C. March 18-22. The International Sniper Competition consisted of 22 events over five days and four nights of physically and mentally challenging precision fire. Editor’s note: Due to the mission of Special Forces Soldiers, full names of members of the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) are not releasable. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jacob Braman )

The event is distinguished by the high level of world-class teams competing. The United States Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School and the 1st Special Warfare Training Group (Airborne) hosted the competition.

“It is the level of competitors, the cadre, and the competition that make this event so unique,” David said. “At this level, all of these guys are the best of the best.”

One half of the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) Green Beret sniper team, Master Sgt. David uses binoculars to scan targets during an event at the ninth annual United States Army Special Operations Command International Sniper Competition held at Fort Bragg, N.C. March 18-22. Master Sgt. David and his teammate Sgt. 1st Class Cuong placed first in a field of more than 40 teams from Special Operations Forces around the world. Editor’s note: Due to the mission of Special Forces Soldiers, full names of members of the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) are not releasable. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jacob Braman )

The 1st SFG (A) sniper team outperformed special operations teams from the Naval Special Warfare Command, Marine Corps Scout Sniper School, U.S. Army Sniper School, 75th Ranger Regiment, and international SOF teams from Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, France, Italy, and Singapore.

Master Sgt. David and Sgt. 1st Class Cuong are humbled to have come out atop the competition.

“These guys were so good we knew whoever was going win was going to need to have a little bit of luck on their side,” said David.

“We are proud of Dave and Cuong,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Tony Labrec the 1st SFG (A) senior enlisted leader. “Their experience and professionalism will serve 1st Group for years to come as they pass on that knowledge to the Green Berets coming up behind them.”

Editor’s note: Due to the mission of Special Forces Soldiers, full names of members of the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) are not releasable.

By Staff Sgt. Christopher Harper

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V Seven Weapon Systems – Helios Compensator

April 1st, 2018

For immediate release – Glendale, OR – V Seven Weapon Systems continues to add titanium components to their AR15 product line. The latest is the Helios.

The Helios is an ATF approved linear compensator. The device is constructed from 100% corrosion resistant Grade 5 Titanium. It’s 1.25″ diameter tucks nicely into most rails and the overall length of 2.75″ adds approximately 2.2″ in length to the weapon.

Weighing in at 2.8 ounces, the Helios offers big performance from a lightweight package. Available in a raw Titanium (MSRP $127) or DLC black finish (MSRP $129). Sizes include 1/2×28 for 5.56, 1/2×36 for 9mm, 5/8×24 for all calibers up to .338″, and 5/8×32 for 458SOCOM.

Visit our website, vsevenweapons.com, or give us a call at 541-832-2179.

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Happy Easter!

April 1st, 2018

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PLATAGATO

April 1st, 2018

Platypus Outdoors decided with the popularity of the Afagato in restaurants globally combining coffee, ice cream and Bailey’s liquor; it was time to bring the small creature comforts to soldiers in the field.

Discovering the niche market, Platypus Outdoors saw the need to bring a packable, tactical Platagato Combat ration kit,

Allowing soldiers to enjoy a smooth, restaurant style Platogato with limited edition Platatac espresso mug, shot cup and ice cream bowl. Tactically designed with no reflective surface and made from noise reduction material. The coffee, freeze dry ice cream and liquor recipe has also been enhanced to reduce fragrance while keeping the same great taste, so soldiers can enjoy their Platogato without giving away their position.

Coming Soon..

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