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TacJobs – Quantico Tactical Is Looking For A Corporate Marketing Manager

February 3rd, 2017

Position: Corporate Marketing Manager
Quantico Tactical is seeking an experienced firearm and tactical Corporate Marketing Manager to be based in our head quarters office. The ideal candidate is a US military veteran and/or serious tactical enthusiast, with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Business Administration who is truly excited about tactical gear. This is an exciting and very unique opportunity for a knowledgeable weapons and tactical gear enthusiast with the drive and interest to submerse themselves in the firearm & tactical world.

Why Quantico Tactical?
Quantico Tactical is the premier source for tactical apparel, gear and weapons for the military, federal agencies, the law enforcement/first responder community and the serious tactical enthusiast.

A high percentage of our employees are law enforcement and military veterans with experience in an expansive array of operational specialties. This also deeply affects our corporate culture in that we are an intensely mission-focused team of professionals that embrace the values of integrity, teamwork, accountability and unyielding dedication.

We are a market leader with the best team, unparalleled products, and procurement solutions for our industry. We offer a great opportunity to play a vital role in supporting the noble cause of our defense, federal, and law enforcement customers worldwide in a dynamically growing organization.

This position is located from our corporate HQ in Aberdeen, NC and cannot be done remotely. Successful candidates will have no shortage of advancement opportunities.

Duties:
* Develop deliberate marketing strategies and campaigns that align with business goals.
* Develop and promote appropriate market positioning and messaging campaigns by
leveraging an impactful mix of marketing tactics to achieve goals.
* Develop and maintain all marketing content to include the creation of multimedia marketing materials, copy, presentations, email campaigns, marketing collateral, store ads, videos, radio, trade shows and events.
* Design, coordinate, and analyze marketing promotion results to improve customer acquisition and retention.
* Work closely with graphic artist to develop all promotional material.
* Manage e-commerce/website marketing, content, presentation, email campaigns and the customer’s experience.
* Manage Co-op advertising programs and PR.

Skills / Knowledge:
* Must have a proven track record of marketing success in the firearm and tactical industry.
* Must have a high level understanding of, including but not limited to, knowledge of paid search, SEO/SEM, AdWords, Google Analytics, pay-per-click (PPC), key words, display advertising, affiliate programs, email marketing, social media, print, radio, events, developing direct digital marketing tactics and create metrics to monitor/measure these relationships
* Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
* Must have effective vendor management and negotiations skills
* Must be an excellent communicator – both in writing and in person – with exceptional interpersonal skills

Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Business Administration
* 5+ Years experience in marketing
* 3+ Years in management positions
* A lifetime of enthusiasm for firearms and tactical gear!
* Graphic skills a plus

How to Apply: Please submit a meaningful cover letter with your resume to Opportunities@QuanticoTactical.com

Only those candidates offered interviews will be contacted.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
Quantico Tactical is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Please visit our website at www.QUANTICOTACTICAL.com

Toor Knives

February 3rd, 2017

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Toor Knives is a company founded by twin Veteran brothers, one a Ranger and the other a Marine. Although they’re a fairly new brand, they’ve already introduced six individual designs into their fold, including the Serpent knife as seen below.

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The Serpent is designed as an EDC defense tool, with a narrow handle and slim blade optimized for in the waistband carry. The blade is made of S35VN steel, and the handle is avaliable in a variety of materials such as G10 and carbon fiber.

Load Out long from Andrew Jones on Vimeo.

www.toorknives.com

FirstSpear Friday Focus – Advanced Clothing Materials – Beanie & Neckie

February 3rd, 2017

As we recently mentioned, FirstSpear has been hard at work developing an American Wool line. They are calling this new addition to their catalog, FirstSpear ACM – Advanced Clothing Materials.

It consists of three different weights which incorporate 100% USA Merino wool. It’s harvested from sheep out West and milled into a proprietary blend which capitalizes on Merino’s naturally occurring properties, all without the itch. What’s more, it’s Made in USA, so it’s a great option for US military buyers looking for Berry compliant, performance wool.

The first items in this series are Beanies and Neckies featuring flat seam construction and low profile pile areas to attach IFF. Made from FirstSpear ACM Base 100, they are offered in four new colors: Sand, Charcoal, Heather Grey, and Commando.

Beanies

Neckies

Even more technical apparel items are coming soon, featuring ACM Base, ACM Mid, and ACM Warm from www.first-spear.com.

Rocky Making Donation to Medals of Honor for Every Pair of C7 Boots Sold in February

February 3rd, 2017

NELSONVILLE, Ohio — Now is the time to purchase a brand new pair of the incredibly lightweight and performance-driven C7 military boots from RockyBoots.com. Beginning February 1 through March 19, Rocky will donate one dollar for every pair sold through its website to the Medals of Honor organization.

Medals of Honor gives the endurance/race community a tangible way to engage with and give-back to the families that lost loved ones while serving our Military. Participants across the country can sign up at medalsofhonor.org and compete in honor of a fallen U.S. service member and donate a finisher’s medal to the surviving family. These medals act as a symbol of honor, remembrance and unity. The organization also accepts fallen hero registration and monetary donations.

“Receiving a medal of honor from, in most cases, a complete stranger who wishes to recognize your family member’s sacrifice is an incredibly moving experience,” said Amy Cotta, founder of Medals of Honor. “We’re honored that Rocky is willing to support our mission and help us provide medals to the families of those who lost their lives fighting for our country. Rocky does a tremendous job in support our military, and we’re thrilled to be able to work with them on this initiative.”

March 19 is the date of the 75th Bataan Death March in New Mexico. The Bataan Death March is an incredibly popular race through the high desert terrain of the White Sands Missile Range. The memorial march is conducted in honor of the heroic service members who defended the Philippine Islands during World War II, sacrificing their freedom, health, and, in many cases, their lives.

Many participants in the Bataan Death March and other similar competitions wear Rocky footwear, and even some participants in local 5K and 10K races throughout the country chose to wear military boots to honor the men and women of the armed services.

“Rocky is a longtime supplier to the U.S. military and a popular footwear choice for those who serve,” said Mark Dean, VP of Rocky’s commercial military division. “We are always excited to partner with organizations that support our soldiers or their families. Medals of Honors offers a unique and meaningful way to honor those who lost their lives fighting for our country, and the Bataan Death March is the standard bearer for race events honoring our soldiers.”

For more information on Medals of Honor, visit www.medalsofhonor.org. Information on the Bataan Death March is available at bataanmarch.com, and more information on Rocky’s military footwear can be found at www.rockymilitary.com.

This Still Cracks Me Up

February 3rd, 2017

Magpul CORE – USMC World Record Parachute Landing

February 2nd, 2017

Magpul CORE Instructor and USMC Captain Cody Carroll broke the USMC world record parachute landing at 15000 ft MSL last November at Ama Dablam in the highest mountain range in the world, The Himalayas. He utilized a Topout Oxygeneering Ltd oxygen system and a Complete Parachute Solutions parachute system to achieve the record. He even strapped on a 70 lb rucksack just to make it a little less easy.

Was Ist Das Denn Für Eine Neue Sturmgewehr von Heckler & Koch?

February 2nd, 2017

My friend JP has posted the first story mentioning H&K’s new 433 on his blog, Strategie & Technik.

The blog is in German and rife with technical jargon making it difficult for many to make out. The guys at Spartanat have provided this translation. Correction, Mike Hartman provided the translation.

Roughly translated from German:
“The system connects – as HK in a first info – the advantages of HK416 and G36, both known as short-stroke gas pressure loaders with rotary head closure. The modular, two-hand operated weapon is not an AR-15 architecture, which eliminates the buffer tube. This allows the assembly of a foldable, length- and height-adjustable shoulder support. The transfer lever has an integrated closing aid, can be mounted without tools on both sides of the gun and remains in its position during the closing movement. The barrel lengths are interchangeable on utility level. The “Lower” can be adjusted to the G36 or the HK416 operating concept (45/90 or 90/180 degree firing levers). All loading operations can be carried out in the safe state. In accordance with the NATO standard AC225 / D14, safety is given according to the manufacturer in both the safe and the firing state. The upper part of the housing has a continuous 4694 rail at 12 o’clock. On the hand guard, a Mil-Std 1913 rail is still attached to 3 and 9 o’clock HKey interfaces and to 6 o’clock.”

Update: Larry Vickers shared these photos os the 433 on Facebook.

Additionally, SPARTANAT shared these images from H&K.

I hope to see it first hand during next month’s IWA in Germany.

Combat Control Team History Lesson

February 2nd, 2017

CMSgt Alcide “Bull” Benini portrait, reproduced from Gathering of Eagles drawing (with permission).


This graphic hangs in the Combat Control School Heritage Foundation Museum at Pope Field, NC. Benini was designated the first Combat Controlled in 1953 and the Museum is named in his honor.

Gathering of Eagles Foundation