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Wescom Group Qcquires Leading Safety Technology Company BCB International Ltd

January 23rd, 2025

World-leading survival solutions manufacturer Wescom Group has expanded its influence in the safety technology market through the acquisition of Cardiff based, BCB International Ltd.A leading global supplier of safety equipment in the defence, outdoor and marine sectors.

Wescom Group Chief Executive Officer, Ross Wilkinson comments,

“Today we can announce the successful completion of the acquisition of BCB International Ltd., this partnership will further enhance Wescom Group’s core safety and survival product portfolio. We are excited to work with the management team on growing the business through the Group’s extensive distribution network, whilst also having a strong focus on new product development programs.”

BCB International’s Managing Director Andrew Howell states,

“This announcement is an exciting opportunity and the BCB team are energised to be joining with Wescom Group. This partnership will help us to deliver BCB’s innovative MSC technology and world beating FireDragon eco-fuel to a much wider international audience as well as our core products that are constantly evolving. We have known some of the Wescom team for many decades and it is invigorating to be working with them to help save lives and protect the protectors to a much larger scale.”

Background

The Wescom Group reached an impressive milestone in 2023, celebrating 150 years of expertise in the manufacture and distribution of survival solutions, with specialist manufacturing facilities across multiple sites in Germany, UK, Spain and Australia and over 450 employees worldwide. Wescom Group is globally recognised for supplying the very best in quality, performance, reliability, and safety.

Welsh based BCB International has for more than 160 years developed life-saving and protective equipment for the defence, outdoor and marine sectors in multiple countries world-wide.With wide ranging experience in product development, supply chain operations and manufacturing, BCB’s history of innovation is reflected in numerous awards, including two Queen’s Award for Export Achievement.

For information about Wescom Group, please go to www.wescom-group.com for information on the BCB International range learn more at www.bcbin.com

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SHOT Show 25 – Berry Compliant M-PACT Gloves from Mechanix Wear

January 23rd, 2025

The Berry Compliant M-PACT glove from Mechanix Wear is the same glove you known and rely on, but Made in USA with US materials.

Features:

– G-Form SmartFlex advanced padding technology that stiffens, absorbs, and redistributes the energy from an impact minimizing potential injuries.

– Quick-drying and breathable mesh keeps hands cool and comfortable.

– Digitally textured goat skin leather palm infused with a moisture management technology, reducing absorption of water and sweat while staying soft and form fitting.

– Touch screen compatible index finger and thumb.

– Ergonomically designed and vibration reducing palm patch.

– Molded silicone wrist strap for secure fit.

– Carabiner loop for storage and drying.

Available in Coyote, sizes Small – XLarge.

www.mechanix.com/us-en/taa-gloves/GVMP-B72

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SHOT Show 25 – Hoplite NVG Protection and Focusing Device in FDE

January 23rd, 2025

You’ve been asking for it and Phokus Research Group has delivered. The Hoplite NVG Protection and Focusing Device is now available in FDE. Same great features of lens protection and instant focus to 18″

www.phokusresearch.com/collections/hoplite

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SHOT Show 25 – The Range Rollie from Ferro Concepts

January 23rd, 2025

Coming soon from Ferro Concepts is The Range Rollie, a range bag with roll top and flat, polymer bottom.

It offers the capacity to hold more than 500 rounds of 5.56 and features a Velcro panel (with discreet Ferro logo) on one side and a cell phone pocket on the other so you can set up some great selfies in the range.

And yes, it will be available in Tigerstripe.

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Streamlight Launches High-Candela ProTac Rail Mount HP-X Pro

January 23rd, 2025

Multi-Fuel Long Gun Light Offers 105,000 Candela and 648 Meter Beam Reach

EAGLEVILLE, PA, January 21, 2024 – Streamlight®Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced the ProTac® Rail Mount HP-X Pro long gun light, with 800 lumens and 105,000 candela for a far-reaching beam of 648 meters. The new light also has a Jack-Cap® tail cap switch that offers both push-button or remote pressure switch operation, and battery versatility, allowing users to choose between two different battery types.

The lightweight, low-profile ProTac Rail Mount HP-X Pro features a rugged, integrated rail clamp designed to rapidly and securely attach to rifles, carbines and sub-machine guns with a MIL-STD 1913 (Picatinny) rail or, by using an optional included M-LOK® mount, to M-LOK or M-LOK compatible rail systems. It is powered by either two 3-volt CR123A lithium batteries or one Streamlight SL-B26® protected lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack. This multi-fuel option allows for use of primary disposable batteries if the rechargeable cell is out of power.

“This is Streamlight’s furthest reaching weapon-mounted light,” said Streamlight President and Chief Executive Officer Ray Sharrah. “It’s designed for law enforcement professionals, military personnel, and outdoor users when illuminating targets at a distance, conducting search operations, or performing other maneuvers under low-light conditions. Moreover, it lets users choose between using a push-button or remote pressure switch, and either rechargeable or disposable batteries.”

The new light mounts to a broad range of weapons safely and securely by means of a one-handed, snap-on-and-tighten interface that permits users to keep their hands away from the gun muzzle. The light’s multi-function, push-button tail switch offers momentary and latching constant-on operation; the optional remote switch is available in momentary-only and momentary/latching versions. Both allow for one-handed operation of the light’s momentary, constant-on, or strobe modes. The light is also TEN-TAP® programmable to allow for selection of three different programs: high/strobe (factory default), high-only, or low/high.

The ProTac Rail Mount HP-X Pro uses the latest in LED technology for extreme brightness, delivering 800 lumens, 105,000 candela, and a 648-meter beam distance on High. On Low, it provides 55 lumens, 7,600 candela, and a beam distance of 174 meters.

The new light runs for up to two hours on High and 26 hours on Low when using an SL-B26 battery pack. With two CR123As inserted, the light’s run time is up to 1.5 hours on High and 21 hours on Low. The run time for the strobe feature is up to 3.5 hours depending on the type of battery used.

The ProTac Rail Mount HP-X Pro is fabricated from 6000 series machined aircraft aluminum. It measures 5.63 inches in length and weighs 6.4 ounces with two CR123A batteries and 7.0 ounces with an SL-B26 rechargeable battery. When using the standard push-button switch, it is IP67-rated for waterproof operation to one meter for 30 minutes, and is IP54-rated for water-resistant operation with the remote pressure switch installed.

The ProTac Rail Mount HL-X Pro is available as a Light Only or as a System, which includes a momentary remote pressure switch, retaining clips, double-sided tape, zip ties, and an M-LOK® mount.

It has an MSRP that ranges from $210.00 to $266.00 depending on the configuration, and includes Streamlight’s Limited Lifetime Warranty.

www.streamlight.com

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Unity Tactical Launches REKE Scope Mount at SHOT Show 2025

January 23rd, 2025

UNITY™ Tactical, a designer of components that integrate tactical systems and optimize the human factor, unveiled its first ever mount built specifically for intermediate- to long-range rifle optics and precision weapon systems at SHOT Show 2025.

UNITY also announced that its line of AXON™ and AXON SL switches are now compatible with select Streamlight® models, including the TLR® RM 1, TLR® RM 2, ProTac® Rail Mount HL-X Pro, ProTac® 2.0 Rail Mount, the TLR-1® and TLR-2® with a remote switch tailcap, and the newly released ProTac® Rail Mount HP-X Pro Long Gun Light.

Developed as part of a SOF requirement, the REKE™ scope mount places 30, 34 and 35mm scopes at a 1.54” optical centerline from the rail. This height optimizes the host optic for common in-line night vision devices.

“This is the first time UNITY has designed a mount that places an optic lower than two inches from the optical centerline,” said Mike Roth, vice president of business development for UNITY Tactical. “While it affords the same strength in material and design, REKE™ sits outside our FAST™ line because its lower height of 1.54” supports a different type of shooting.”

REKE’s modular design allows for capability expansion in the form of three optional accessories. A diving board, or modular Picatinny top rail, can replace the front top ring to house a laser range finder.

An MRDS Top Ring for REKE can be paired with a FAST Optic Adapter Plate to mount a variety of micro red dot sights in the 12 o’clock position.

REKE is also compatible with the FAST Offset Optic Base that places micro red dot sights at a 36 degree offset from the centerline of the optic mount. When used with a FAST Optic Adapter Plate, the micro red dot will have a mechanical centerline of 2.05” above the rail.

“While our FAST line primarily supports gunfighting and competition shooting, REKE is really the first mount we’ve made intentionally for precision, intermediate- to long-range shooting,” said Josh Greco, president and co-founder of UNITY Tactical. “As we continue to build and expand our product lines, we take a systems approach to enhance the capabilities of these technical devices to support multiple platforms and shooting preferences.”

REKE is made of type III hardcoat anodized 7075-T6 aluminum. It comes standard with a 3 cross bolt rail clamp and is available in black or FDE. It includes a lifetime warranty and retails for $369. Diving Board for REKE retails at $189 and MRDS Top Ring for REKE retails for $67.

REKE is on display for the first time at the UNITY Tactical booth #61503 in the law enforcement ballrooms at SHOT Show 2025 now through Friday. It is available for purchase now through authorized UNITY dealers and on unitytactical.com.

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SOCOM Suppressor Now Available for Civilians

January 23rd, 2025

The SURG556 was developed to meet the unique needs of global special operating units. Designed to exceed customer specifications for accuracy, durability, reliability and signature reduction, the SURG556 was proven to excel under the harshest, most demanding operating conditions. Consumers now have the opportunity to purchase the suppressor tested to the stringent mission requirements of the U.S. Department of Defense.

The SURG556 is an Inconel Steel core high flow suppressor. This unique Forward-Flux multi-flow path was the genesis of SIG SAUER’s Next Generation line of suppressors. The internal geometry reduces gas blowback, keeping the shooter’s face out of irritating gases and minimizing fouling in the firearm.

The direct-thread SURG556 is shielded by a detachable titanium hexagonal heat shield that lowers the suppressor’s thermal signature while increasing maneuverability. The heat shield reduces the likelihood of contact burns when in dynamic situations.

Designed for strength and durability, the SURG556 is full auto rated, and purpose built to handle the rigors of machine gun fire while providing maximum signature reduction.

Verified, proven and selected by SOCOM, the SURG556 is now available to consumers who want nothing but the best.

Key Features:

• Mission-Tested High Flow Suppressor

• Detachable Titanium Hexagonal Heat Shield

• Forward-Flux Technology

• Monolithic Core Construction

• Integrated Flash Hider

• Direct Thread 5.56 NATO

• High Temperature Cerakote

• Inconel Steel

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www.sigsauer.com/surg556

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Banged by a Shot at SHOT: “Flaskbang”

January 23rd, 2025

Here’s something a little different and kind of cool. Lots of people make special morale patches and decals to hand out or trade at SHOT Show. This year instead of my friend David Reeder from Breach-Bang-Clear teamed up with a company called Bad Moon Armory to pass out little flashbang-shaped whiskey flasks.

The body is a food-grade medal with 3D printed caps. The spoon is also polymer, but the pin is metal. You can pull the pin if you want, but you don’t have to. You just unscrew the top to get at the bourbon inside.

Or the Old Fashioned, though there’s not a lot of room for a cherry or orange peel.

As you can see, it’s fairly realistic looking. In fact, one of people who they banged at SHOT had an unexpected encounter with LVMPD when housekeeping reported he had a “grenade” in his room.

If you run into one of the B-B-C gang at SHOT, or someone they’ve banged, you can use the QR code on the label.

If you don’t manage to nab one by “getting banged” at SHOT Shot, you can order one without the labeling at Bad Moon Armory.

Flashbang Flask Double Shot Glass

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