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Australian Defence Force Selects Team Wendy Exfil Ballistic Helmet

December 18th, 2015

AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE SELECTS TEAM WENDY EXFIL BALLISTIC HELMET
Tiered Combat Helmet Contract awarded to Aquaterro APS

CLEVELAND – Team Wendy announces that its EXFIL Ballistic Helmet has been selected by the Australian Defence Force (ADF) as Tiered Combat Helmet (TCH) of record (Tiers 2 and 3) for the Soldier Combat Ensemble (SCE). The five-year contract with two additional 2 year options was awarded to Team Wendy’s partner in Australia, Aquaterro APS.

The EXFIL Ballistic is the third model in the Team Wendy EXFIL line, following two popular non-ballistic tactical bump helmets: Carbon (released in 2012) and LTP (Lightweight Tactical Polymer, released in 2013).

With a complete helmet system weight of 2.6 lbs. for Size 1 and 2.75 lbs. for Size 2, boltless CAM FIT retention with Boa closure system for optimized stability and fit, cam-lock sliders for positive locking adjustment, and a customized Zorbium impact liner with 2 full sets of comfort pads, the EXFIL Ballistic is designed to be comfortable during extended use all the while providing leading edge ballistic protection.

“We are thrilled that the ADF has selected the EXFIL Ballistic as their Tier 2 and Tier 3 program of record helmet. We also appreciate the confidence that the ADF has placed in Team Wendy and our partner in Australia, Aquaterro” said Team Wendy CEO Jose Rizo-Patron. “Since launching our EXFIL helmet program 3 years ago, we have worked hard to not only put out some of the most advanced helmet systems in the world, but to also provide our valued customers with industry leading service and support.” Rizo-Patron continued, “Team Wendy also recognizes the importance of working with industry leading strategic partners. To this end, we are pleased to highlight the support of our partners that are associated with the EXFIL Ballistic Helmet – ArmorSource LLC, Wilcox Industries and Boa Technology Inc.”

www.teamwendy.com

Tags: Australian Defence Force, Team Wendy
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Kinetic Development Group Announces The Release Of The Scarging Handle

December 18th, 2015

Today, KDG launches their new Scarging Handle – SCAR ambidextrous charging handle. Designed by KDG’s Nathan Murr (A USMC veteran, and inventor of the GripStop), there was heavy input from operators in the field during the development process. The new design was focused on addressing the reported user complaints surrounding the factory FNH SCAR charging handle and its performance during hard use.

The Scarging Handle fits both 5.56 and 7.62 NATO versions of the SCAR, and installs in seconds.The radius-faced design, and swept geometry of the Scarging Handle allows the user to achieve a more solid grasp when manipulating the bolt. This allows for easier charging, clearing of stoppages, and administratively locking the firearm bolt to the rear. The shooter can choose between left or right side installation to match their hand dominance, and can rotate the Scarging Handle to either downward or upward sweep. The downward sweep protects the hand from “busted knuckles” due to optics mounts by keeping it down and away from the weapon’s top. This also has the added benefit of additional leverage gained, and increased grasping surface for larger hands or when wearing gloves. The Scarging handle can alternatively be installed with the curve upward, which provides the user a slick side receiver to prevent snagging or “SCAR Thumb” (i.e. having the reciprocating charging handle strike your hand when using a magwell hold or unconventional shooting method). All Scarging Handles are constructed of low carbon 1080 steel, and finished with a durable black, mil-spec finish. The accessory protrudes less distance from the receiver than the factory unit, and is profiled to be snag-resistant when wearing body armor or other gear.

MSRP is $49.00, and is available NOW on KDGs website and at their authorized dealers.

For more information, please visit kineticdg.com or email info@kineticdg.com.

Tags: Kinetic Development Group
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Oregon Trail Defense – Nub Mod Now Available For Level 3 Holsters

December 18th, 2015

Earlier in the year, we wrote about Oregon Trail Defense’s Nub Mod for Safariland ALS holsters. Now, OTD is offering a model of the Nub Mod for SLS Level 3 holsters, which are a popular choice with many LE agencies. The Nub Mod is a drop-in replacement piece made of anodized, machined aluminum. It offers a more ergonomic contact point for the thumb break lever, with a reverse angle which matches up with the pad of the user’s thumb, and a wider body which decreases the potential to miss the activation lever.

www.otdefense.com/sls-nub-mod

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – SSV IWB Single Pistol Mag Pocket

December 18th, 2015

For this week’s Friday Focus, we’re taking a look at the SSV, In-The-Belt Pistol Mag Pocket, Single. The SSV, In-The-Belt Pistol Mag Pocket, Single is the latest addition to the SSV product line. It features a Molded J Clip, and a back-up dummy cord, for if the J Clip walks off the belt. The Mag Pocket is ambidextrous, with beveled down corners providing better purchase on the exposed magazine during reloads, and rounded taper on both lower corners for comfort when sitting for long periods of time.

Available in the full range of finishes to compliment all SSV Holsters, the SSV, In-The-Belt Pistol Mag Pocket, Single is precision fitted to the following magazines with more being added all the time:

Glock Single Column .380

Glock Single Column 9mm

Glock 9/40

Glock 45/10mm

Sig 226/228/229

1911

Beretta 92/96

HK VP9

HK 45CT

S&W M&P 9/40

S&W M&P 45

S&W M&P Shield 9/40

www.first-spear.com – SSV, In-The-Belt Pistol Mag Pocket, Single

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Kratos Awarded $3.8 Million Task Order From U.S. Army Targets Management Office (TMO) To Provide Unmanned Aerial Drone Target Systems

December 18th, 2015

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 17, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq:KTOS), a leading National Security Solutions provider, announced today that its Defense & Rocket Support Services (DRSS) Division’s Madison Research Corporation business unit has been awarded a $3.8 million task order under its TMO Aerial Target Support Prime Contract.

Under this task order award, Kratos’ Unmanned Systems Division (KUSD) will provide TMO with High Speed Aerial Target Plus (HSAT Plus) unmanned aerial targets.

Jennifer Price, Senior Vice President of Madison Research Corporation, said, “We are pleased to provide continued support to our valued U.S. Army TMO customer. This award demonstrates the strategic partnerships and synergies between Divisions within Kratos.”

www.kratosdefense.com

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Ares Armor Announces Corporate Name Change To American Weapons Components, Inc.

December 18th, 2015

Ares Armor Announces Corporate Name Change to American Weapons Components, Inc.

New Name Realigns the Brand with its Core Business and Reflects a Proud Commitment to U.S. Manufacturing

OCEANSIDE, Calif. – December 16, 2015 – Ares Armor today announced a corporate name change to American Weapons Components, Inc. (AWC). The new name realigns the brand with its core business of providing high quality gun parts and accessories to firearms enthusiasts nationwide, while emphasizing the company’s long-standing commitment to U.S. manufacturing. The name change is effective immediately and will be implemented across all products and brand platforms by early 2016.

“The new name, American Weapons Components, ideally represents where we came from and the future that we envision,” said Bryce Stirlen, president and CEO, American Weapons Components, Inc. “We are more committed than ever to protecting and preserving the Second Amendment, which is the driving force behind everything we do. AWC has carved out a market niche providing firearms enthusiasts with superior components that represent the highest quality and value for their custom builds. American-made products are also very important to our customers, so it’s a source of great pride to convey our dedication to U.S. manufacturing in our new name.”

AWC’s research, development and manufacturing departments are located in its San Diego County headquarters, enabling faster innovation and adherence to strict quality standards. The company will continue to specialize in rifle and pistol components, including 80% lower receivers, barrels, compensators, jigs, rails, rifle kits, safety selectors, stocks, upper receivers and more. The company will also continue offering made-to-order nylon tactical gear that is individually hand sewn in-house, including chest rigs, combat packs, plate carriers, pouches, rifle bags, rucks and more.

The name change is part of a recently announced corporate restructuring that will refocus resources and simplify business processes to support the company’s core firearms components business and yield improved efficiencies in customer service. The restructuring is expected to be complete in the first quarter of 2016.

About American Weapons Components, Inc.

American Weapons Components (AWC) provides high quality firearms parts and accessories for those dedicated to the craft of custom-built firearms. AWC is proud to be a one-stop source for shooters nationwide, offering the widest selection of components for AR and 1911 builds, as well as custom nylon tactical gear. Headquartered in San Diego County, California, AWC is proud to develop and manufacture 100% of its products in the USA.

Tags: American Weapons Components, Ares Armor
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Jackfish Survival Credit Card Holder

December 17th, 2015

Jackfish is a survival credit card holder currently up for funding on Kickstarter. It is made of either aluminum or titanium, depending on the model, and can store up to 4 credit cards, as well as featuring the following components:

Everyday Tools
1. Micro screwdriver flat head 0.8mm tip
2. Titanium coated Pozi drive standard hex bit
3. Titanium coated flat head standard hex bit
4. Kingston micro SD card reader (no SD card supplied) carry copies of documents
5. True Utility Telescopic Pen + cap

Survival Tools
1. Aluminium Whistle – 120 dB
2. Glass Vial
3. Windproof match
4. Firesteel 4.5mm wide
5. Spyderco Bug Knife (3Cr13MoV stainless steel)
6. Liquid filled button compass

www.kickstarter.com/projects/15940489/jackfish-survival-credit-card-holder

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Prometheus Design Werx Announces The Invictus MIL-LE Edition

December 17th, 2015

Invictus MIL-LE Edition
Precision CNCed and Ground, High Performance Duty Folding Knife Made in USA

At the start of this 2015 Winter Season, San Francisco based specialty outdoor products company Prometheus Design Werx debuts their Invictus MILLE Edition coil sprung folding knife. Designed and produced for the (MILLE) Military and Law Enforcement user in mind, this folder’s blade is quickly deployed with only one hand via a GID inlaid push button and backed by a sliding safety to prevent accidental activation. This uncompromising build features a convex and fully contoured type III hard anodized, aerospace grade T6061 alloy handle precision milled on a multiaxis CNC, subdued deep ride pocket clip, handle fullers & jimping, grooved thumbramp, lanyard slots, and a high grade industrial tumbled finish on an all purpose 3.5” modified spear point 154CM blade. Produced entirely in the USA.

The Invictus MIL-LE Edition is the first production iteration of this signature, purpose driven, folding knife design from Prometheus Design Werx. The 1st production run is limited to 100 serial numbered pieces.

The Design and R&D Team at PDW states:

“The PDW Invictus MIL-LE Edition is our distinctive and iconic folding knife pattern produced with our Military and Law Enforcement customers specifically in mind. A superlative edged tool without compromise made for those who serve and protect.

Precision CNCed and ground in the USA, our Invictus folder design is an instantly recognizable aesthetic and styling, characteristic of a purpose driven, lifelong design direction, and ethos. This folder is inspired by and takes its design cues from the tried and trued millennia old spear point blade silhouettes, to the tapered capsule shapes of streamlined arcs of aerospace, and the purposeful fluting and texturing of the modern machine age as found in high grade tools to precision barrels. This MIL-LE Edition has a fast, powerful coil spring for rapid one-handed blade deployment when seconds count. This folder is a high standard automatic for users that need speed and accessibility when on patrol and on duty. This is one of the finest production automatic folders currently made in the USA.”

The Invictus MIL-LE Edition will be available to purchase by qualifying personnel today via their website, prometheusdesignwerx.com.

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