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NRAAM 2017 – Seekins Precision Havak

May 1st, 2017

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The Havak weighs in at 7.3 lbs and features a spiral fluted 24″ barrel. It also has a helical extraction cam and comes standard with a Timney Trigger.

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The custom action incorporates a four lug bolt with a 90 Deg throw and bead blasted, spiral fluted body. Interestingly, they use an M16-style extractor. stock and trigger pattern are Remington 700-style.

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Speaking of stocks, the Havak comes with a hand bedded McMillan Warden stock featuring two QD points and a bipod stud.
Offered in 6.5 Creedmoor, .308, 6 Creedmoor and 6.5 PRC.

While the current model of the Havak is intended for hunting, look for a tactical version at SHOT Show 2018.

www.seekinsprecision.com

NRAAM 2017 – Geissele Maritime Bolt Catch 

May 1st, 2017

The Maritime Bolt Catch was designed to make it easier to use with wet hands or with the palm of your hand. What I really like about it is that I’ve seen many Bolt catches with enlarged upper pads, but rarely do they make the lower pad for locking the bolt to the rear, any larger.

Fits any lower reciever designed to fit Mil-Spec bolt catch. Manufactured from heat treated 8620 steel and manganese phosphate coated.

geissele.com/maritime-bolt-catch

NRAAM 2017 – XAR Folding Rifle from F&D Defense

May 1st, 2017

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F&D Defense’s XAR Folding Rifle is the most remarkable thing I saw at this year’s NRA Annual Meeting. I’ve seen other folding designs but the invariably feature a folding stock.

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The XAR hinges just in front of the upper receiver. The barrel folds to the side.

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The secret is the taper around the barrel extension which allows it to pivot right into position in the tapered upper receiver. Then, the barrel is locked into place via a latch, similar to many suitcases.

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This short video shows you how it works.

F&D Defense will be releasing the XAR Invicta (5.56/AR15 platform) in summer of 2017.

www.fddefense.com/rifles/xar

Stuff I Like – Patagonia Men’s R1 Fleece Hoody

May 1st, 2017

I’ve always liked the Patagonia R1 Fleece, going back to when it was a part of the Military Advanced Regulator System (MARS) military clothing system. I don’t recall owning any before that but several years ago, I purchased my first R1 Fleece Hoody in Black. The Polartec Power Grid is comfy, and it makes a nice layering piece. Although, it’s considered a slim fit, it has a bit of stretch to it. In addition to the hood, there’s a single, zippered chest pocket, deep front zipper for ventilation and thumb cuffs for keeping your hands warm. Finally, the fabric offers Polygiene permanent odor control.

This Spring, I was shopping at an REI when I saw the Hoody in the Buffalo Green color, so I purchased a new one. The R1 Fleece Hoody is a design that is reintroduced, season after season, but in new colors, so you have to keep an eye out. As we near the end of the season, you may start to see these on sale.

www.patagonia.com/mens-r1-regulator-fleece-hoody

NRAAM 2017 – BAR Floor Lamp

April 30th, 2017


If you are looking for the ultimate accessory for your man cave or office, this BAR Floor Lamp I spotted in the Ohio Ordnance booth is just what you need.


These limited edition lamps are just five of a run of 10 and each one is serialized “x of 10.” They are really cool. The Trigger actually functions as the on/off switch and includes working sights/safety/mag release/bipod. The Barrels are 1944 dated and the base is fashioned into the Ohio Ordnance logo. Finally, this piece of art is signature engraved.


Brace yourself. The cost is $6500, but they are manufactured from actual BAR parts and not plastic lookalikes.

If you are interested, email RLandies@oowinc.com.

NRAAM 2017 – Airborne Tab for Geissele Super Charging Handle 

April 30th, 2017

The new Airborne Tab for Geissele’s Super Charging Handle is a bit lower profile so it won’t snag on equipment or jab you while jumping with an exposed weapon. Below, you can see the Airborne version compared to the standard tabs.

www.geissele.com

NRAAM 2017 – Hazard 4

April 30th, 2017

Hazard 4 showed me their new patented, lockable buckle technology they are beginning to introduce into their line. It uses a switch to lock the belt closed which is more effective than the previous sliders they’ve used in the past. Additionally, this buckle has adjuster loops on both male and female ends so it can be used for belt applications.

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www.hazard4.com

NRAAM 2017 – SureFire XH15 Ultra Holster Light

April 30th, 2017

The new MasterFire Holster from SureFire requires the use of a light designed specifically for use with the holster.  We’ve all seen the x300/400 series lights but SureFire is introducing a new polymer weapon light intended specifically for use with the MasterFire Holster.

Hitting the market by early Summer, the XH15 should come in at around $100. It features a MaxVision beam amd relies on a single CR123A bettery to offer 350 lumens for 1.25 hours.

www.surefire.com