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Propper CEO Amy Coyne Honored by St Louis Business Journal

June 4th, 2015

Propper International CEO Amy Coyne was honored this week by the St Louis Business Journal as one of 2015’s Most Influential Business Women.  

Congratulations Amy!  

Mission Spec, LLC Releases New Rigit Kit

June 4th, 2015

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Mission Spec has just released their new Rigit kit. Rigit acts as an interface between a standard PALS grid and virtually any chest rig or panel utilizing industry-standard buckles for vertical attachment; examples include ITW GTSR and DuraFlex Mojave patterned buckles. The Rigit also offers a stable loop base to reduce movement of the attached piece, provided it features hook backing.

The Rigit is 100% designed, tested, and manufactured in the United States, is Berry Compliant, and comes with a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

MissionSpec.com/products/rigit-kit

Scalarworks – Low Drag Mount Zero Hold Demonstration Video

June 3rd, 2015

Scalarworks released a video demonstrating the tools, methodology, and testing of the return to zero and zero hold capabilities of the Low Drag Mount, for Aimpoint Micro sights.

www.scalarworks.com

American Knife & Tool Institute On The Passage Of The Knife Owners’ Protection Act

June 3rd, 2015

American Knife & Tool Institute Applauds Passage of the Knife Owners’ Protection Act by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation

Committee Passes Legislation to Protect Lawful Knife Owners Traveling from State to State

Cody, WY – The American Knife & Tool Institute (AKTI)-supported bill to ensure federal protection for lawful knife owners traveling between states has cleared another hurdle as the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee passed the commonsense Knife Owners Protection Act (KOPA) with broad support. The bipartisan legislation, led by U.S. Senators Mike Enzi, R-WY, and Ron Wyden, D-OR, addresses the current patchwork of state and local knife laws, which have increasingly presented problems to lawful knife owners during interstate travel. The legislation, S. 1315, is co-sponsored by Senators Mike Lee, R-UT, Joe Manchin, D-WV, John Thune, R-SD, and Martin Heinrich, D-NM.

Under current U.S. code, lawful gun owners are allowed to transport firearms legal in both the state of origin and the state of destination, provided they are properly stored and in accordance with all federal restrictions. However, no such protection currently exists for knife owners wishing to transport knives to and from states in which they are legal, but through jurisdictions with varying requirements. KOPA would allow legal interstate travel for knives, provided the knives are transported to and from states where the law allows possession of said knives, and they are transported in closed containers.

“With this legislation passing out of committee, we are one step closer to providing the protection that knife owners need to ensure they can travel without fear of prosecution,” said Senator Enzi. “With thousands of knife laws across the country, this commonsense bill would defend the rights of knife owners.”

“I appreciate the work of the American Knife and Tool Institute, which has helped build momentum for moving this bill forward,” Wyden said. “Senator Enzi and I will continue working to get this commonsense bill through the Senate and passed into law to allow knife owners who follow the rules to transport their property without added hassle between places where it’s legal to own knives.”

Since its inception, AKTI has served as the go-to resource for knife owners looking to ensure that they comply with all local, state, and federal laws related to knives. One of the biggest complaints and points of confusion AKTI hears about from lawful knife owners involves the interstate transport of knives. While citizens are making every effort to comply with patchwork state and local laws, it has become clear that there is the need for a federal protection for sportsmen, hunters, and other law-abiding knife owners that does not interfere with state and local restrictions on knife use.

“In addition to massive confusion over conflicting knife possession and transportation laws, over recent years, we have had an increasing number of cases brought to our attention where individuals who are trying to abide by the law are stopped or detained as a result of patchwork, complex, and conflicting laws,” said AKTI Executive Director, Jan Billeb. “But with the steadfast support and hard work from our champions, Senators Enzi and Wyden, we are one step closer to a bipartisan, commonsense solution to the problem. AKTI is grateful for their leadership in the issue, and their commitment to ensuring protection for all lawful citizens. We are confident that under the guidance of Senators Enzi and Wyden, KOPA will enjoy bipartisan support as the legislation reaches the floor of the Senate.”

KOPA is an important key to protecting everyone who travels with knives. It will allow citizens to transport knives over state lines for lawful purposes, and put an end to the massive confusion that currently surrounds the issue. The passage of KOPA by the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee is one step closer to replacing the burden on knife users of trying to know, understand and comply with several states’ laws with these reasonable regulations:

  • Knife users may transport their knives by normal travel including overnight stops, common carrier misrouting or delays, and other emergency or normal stops related to a journey through states (provided there is no intent to commit a punishable offense);
  • Knives may not be directly accessible from the passenger compartment of the motor vehicle. If there is no compartment separate from the passenger compartment, then the knife must be in a closed container, glove compartment or console;
  • If transported other than by motor vehicle, a knife must be in a closed container;
  • An individual may carry an emergency knife or tool that has a blunt tipped safety blade or guarded blade, or both, for cutting seat belts. That type of knife or tool does not need to be locked;
  • KOPA does not apply to the transport of a knife in an aircraft where passengers are subject to screening by TSA.
  • www.akti.org

    G-Code Contact

    June 3rd, 2015

    G-Code Contact

    G-Code Contact is a line of immediate action platforms, featuring components hand-picked from the G-Code catalog and assembled into fighting loadouts, based on requirements from Special Operations Warfighters currently overseas.

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    From belt systems to chest rigs, G-Code Contact systems are designed to be worn on your person, under clothing, or to travel with you in a day pack or other small bag where they can be quickly donned for combat use.

    2 x 2 Micro Chest Rig
    A single layer of G-Code Scorpion rifle(2) and pistol(2) pouches delivers speed and utility in a easy to conceal minimalist chest rig.

    3 x 3 Micro Chest Rig
    Featuring three G-Code Scorpion rifle-pistol stacked pouches, the 3 x 3 occupies the same footprint as the 2 x 2 but with an extra rifle and pistol magazine capability.

    The Traveler Chest Rig
    Two G-Code Scorpion rifle pouches, one rifle-pistol stack pouch, a medium GP pouch and a long GP suspension pouch create a platform for additional capabilities that range from emergency medical kits to breacher systems to signaling devices to documentation/recording systems.

    The Traveler also includes a discreet stand alone System Bag that can be left in place or carried as part of an EDC without raising eyebrows in daily life.

    Scorpion Low-Viz Belt
    Three G-Code Scorpion rifle pouches, three pistol pouches, an RTI Adaptor and a holster ready RTI Optimal Drop Pistol Platform ride on a G-Code Operator Belt, creating a low profile fighting system that can easily hide in plain sight with minimal concealment layering.

    Scorpion Stack Belt
    Two G-Code Scorpion rifle-pistol stack pouches, a single rifle-double pistol stack pouch, an RTI Adaptor and a holster ready RTI Optimal Drop Pistol Platform ride on a G-Code Operator Belt, creating a combat ready platform that delivers fast access to vital equipment at their center of gravity.

    Covert Belt
    A dual rifle magazine D3 Carrier pouch, two single pistol magazine pouches, an RTI Adaptor and a holster ready RTI Optimal Drop Pistol Platform ride on a G-Code Operator Belt, giving the end user a quick-don belt that can easily be stored in a daypack or stored under a car set, fully loaded out.

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    www.gcodecontact.com

    DSG ARMS Sponsors 2015 Friday Night Drags At Texas Motor Speedway

    June 3rd, 2015

    Fort Worth, TX, – DSG Arms is happy to announce a sponsorship role with Texas Motor Speedway 2015 Friday Night Drags taking place between June 19th and July 24th. We invite our friends and family to join the DSG Arms crew and mobile showroom (selected nights) on site at the legendary Texas Motor Speedway for street style drag races in seven different divisions.

    We are particularly pleased to recognize local law enforcement and military with up to four free tickets with valid ID to the July 3rd DSG Arms Law Enforcement & Military Appreciation Night & Fireworks Show. In addition, DSG Arms is sponsoring the Black Smoke Warriors division consisting of all diesel-powered or modified gas-powered trucks and all-wheel drive SUVS.

    “Honoring the military and law enforcement is a big part of what we do every day at Texas Motor Speedway,” said Texas Motor Speedway President Eddie Gossage. “Our partnership with DSG Arms on July 3 will focus the national celebration on our community and give something back to their families for their service and sacrifice. DSG Arms is a perfect fit for the Black Smoke Warriors Division.”

    2015 Dates

  • Round 1: June 19
  • Round 2: June 26
  • Round 3: July 3
  • DSG Arms Law Enforcement & Military Appreciation Night & Fireworks Show

  • Round 4: July 10
  • Round 5: July 17
  • Round 6: July 24
  • Information: Gates open at 6 PM and races begin at 9 PM. Events are open to any automobile and any driver. Drag Racing or Show-N-Shine entry fees are $20. Spectator entry is $10 per adult and $5 per child at Gate 6.

    For further details about the Texas Motor Speedway Friday Night Drags, please visit www.texasmotorspeedway.com/upcoming-events/special-events/friday-night-drags

    dsgarms.com/tmsfridaynightdrag

    TacJobs – FirstSpear – Equipment Specialist / Inside Sales

    June 3rd, 2015

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    Summary/Objective:
    This position is primarily responsible to acquire and maintain knowledge of product specifications, technology and equipment function/integration in support of sales, customer service and other departments within the organization. This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday during normal business hours, with the possibility of infrequent travel for 1-3 day periods as necessary.

    Essential Functions

  • Acquire and maintain knowledge of product specifications, technology and equipment function/integration
  • Support sales, customer service and other departments within the organization as first level subject matter expert related to product specifications, technology and equipment function/integration
  • Service walk-in customers
  • Manage customer requests for test and evaluation of product
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Required Competencies and Expectations

  • Proficient computer, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Highly motivated and work well in a fast pace, team oriented environment
  • Detail oriented with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction
  • Enthusiastic interest in the type of product and services offered by the company
  • Required Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED, or equivalent years of experience.
  • Prior military and/or law enforcement experience, and working knowledge of load carriage systems (LCS) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) preferred.
  • Please submit resume to: hr@first-spear.com

    Thirty Seconds Out – “Victory” Sticker

    June 3rd, 2015

    Apocalypse Now Victory Stickers

    Thirty Seconds Out has just come out with their new ‘Victory’ stickers. Themed after Apocalypse Now, the stickers feature LTC Kilgore in a design based on the iconic ‘Hope’ Obama presidential poster designed by Shepard Fairey. Oh, and remember: the sticker doesn’t smell like gasoline, only victory does.

    Additionally, take advantage of a 15%-off site wide discount. Use coupon code victory to apply the discount.

    thirtysecondsout.com/products/sticker-victory