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Stefanie Leege Takes on the Role of Exhibition Director of IWA OutdoorClassics

January 9th, 2024

Stefanie Leege, Exhibition Director IWA OutdoorClassics, Right: Rebecca Renn, Executive Director Exhibitions. // © NürnbergMesse

Nuremberg, 1 January 2024: The IWA OutdoorClassics, the world’s leading exhibition for the hunting and target sports industry, is set to welcome a new exhibition director. Effective 1 January 2024, Stefanie Leege will take on the job in the team led by Rebecca Renn, Executive Director Exhibitions, who will continue to have overall responsibility for the show. Leege herself has already spent five years as part of the IWA OutdoorClassics team and has excellent knowledge of the industry, its needs and challenges.

Leege brings more than a decade of experience in the exhibition and event segment to IWA. Between 2011 and 2013, the degree-qualified tourism manager oversaw the international Sales Partner Network at Deutsche Messe AG in Hanover, before her path took her to the metropolitan region of Nuremberg. Starting in 2014, she was responsible for sales for various trade fairs in the NürnbergMesse portfolio, before joining the IWA OutdoorClassics team in 2019. Until recently, Leege was responsible for strategic sales orientation.

Statements on the appointment:

Rebecca Renn, Executive Director Exhibitions, IWA OutdoorClassics: “The IWA OutdoorClassics is an exhibition which has to meet a special set of requirements. I am therefore all the more pleased that in Stefanie we have found an extremely suitable candidate for the post of event manager – not just from a professional perspective but also at a personal level. Our defined goal is now to bring consistency to this important position. We are confident that Stefanie is the right choice for us and will lead the way in the industry.”

Stefanie Leege, Exhibition Director IWA OutdoorClassics: “I am looking forward to my new role as exhibition director for IWA OutdoorClassics and to shaping the future direction of IWA together with the team. We see the 50th anniversary as an opportune time to tackle the trade fair concept and work with the sector to strengthen the position of its most important B2B trading platform. For me, it is a labour of love to be able to bring the worlds of hunting and shooting sports together at one table.”

www.iwa.info

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SIG SAUER Continues Expansion of SIG Professional Program

January 9th, 2024

NEWINGTON, N.H., (January 9, 2024) – On this day when we honor Law Enforcement Professionals and to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the P226, SIG SAUER is pleased to announce the continued expansion of the SIG Professional Program (SPP) to include all honorably discharged veterans.

“To celebrate the rich military and law enforcement history of the P226, we will kick-off the year by extending our appreciation to those that charted the pistol’s path to its place in history. For the duration of 2024, in addition to adding veterans, the SIG Professional Program will have a significant addition of products, and will be available at a much-expanded network of commercial retailers,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc.

How does the SIG Professional Program Work? The SIG Professional Program offers discounted pricing on select SIG SAUER firearms to those who protect and serve our country and our communities and is available at select retailers. With proper credentials, any qualifying active-duty military, retired military and expanded veteran inclusion, along with law enforcement, or security professional can receive discounts on select popular SIG SAUER firearms. The program can be accessed through SIG Master and Elite Dealers, as well as select retailers in addition to the current SIG Law Enforcement Dealers. To locate an SPP dealer in your area use the convenient dealer locator on sigsauer.com.

The SIG Professional Program is open to:

• Active-duty military with an active-duty identification

• Retired military with retired military credentials

• Honorably discharged veterans (requires DD214 or Veteran designation on state issued ID)

• Active reservists with military identification

• Active national guard with military identification

• Corrections officers (including parole and probation officers)

• Sworn law enforcement officers (including federal, state, county)

• Retired law enforcement officers with “retired” credentials

• Active or retired law enforcement with official agency credentials

• Court officers with official agency credentials or official documentation

• State / County / City Coroners with official agency credentials or official documentation

• Full time first responders with current credentials or official documentation

• EMTs, Firefighters, Volunteer Firefighters, and Paramedics.

To learn more about the program or review the product offering visit sigsauer.com/sig-professional-program, and to locate any participating SPP Dealer in your area visit sigsauer.com/dealer-locator.

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CardoMax Energy Drink Sponsor for WEPTAC

January 9th, 2024

Make sure you grab your CardoMax Sample packs at WEPTAC. There will be 8 energy packets, plus a $10 gift card in every sample pack.

Then swing by MATBOCK at table 221.

www.cardomax.com

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Liemke Introduces German-Made Keiler 25.1 Thermal Monocular

January 9th, 2024

San Antonio, Texas (January 9, 2024) – Liemke, a leader in high-definition thermal imaging for hunting and nature observation, extends its popular Keiler line with the addition of the German-made Keiler 25.1. This newest thermal monocular has 384×288 pixel resolution, a 12µm VOx sensor, and 25 mm objective lens. The advanced image processing software has two quick-change modes to provide natural looking, detailed images rain or shine. Heat signature detection capability is out to 1,250 meters making this model an excellent choice for hunting in forests or fields.

The Keiler 25.1 is also easy and intuitive to operate. The central scroll wheel controls the menu, zoom and other functions. The menu has a standard, custom, and basic mode and a quick-access menu that can be customized for frequently used functions. The design makes it easy to locate all important buttons intuitively, even in complete darkness. The Keiler 25.1 also has an internal memory capacity of 32 GB, making it simple to capture photos and videos from your hunt.

“Liemke thermal optics have been a hit with hunters here in the U.S. and those who want to observe their surroundings and nature at night,” said Jason Evans, CEO, Blaser Group. “The new Keiler 25.1 is the smallest, most compact of our Keiler line. It’s easy to carry in a pocket and delivers powerful performance.”

Features:
• 25mm objective lens
• Start-up time of only five seconds
• Ceramic VOx detector with 384×288 pixel resolution
• OLED display with 1024×768 pixel resolution
• 50 Hz refresh rate
• 2.4x basic magnification (digital zoom up to 10x)
• Five color modes
• Waterproof rating of IP67 (dustproof / waterproof for brief immersion)
• Battery run time: up to 10 hours
• Weight: 15.69 ounces

MSRP: $2,777.00

www.blaser-group.com

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Visit Black Triangle at SHOT Show

January 9th, 2024

You are cordially invited to visit Black Triangle in booth #43956 (Venetian Floor 1) at SHOT Show. We will be displaying our full line of low-signature urban survival tools to address the unique capability gaps of armed professionals and responsible citizens in an ever-changing security environment. A special appearance by Prism will be on display as well. If you would like to schedule a meeting with Black Triangle at SHOT, please visit the link below:

calendly.com/blacktriangle/shot-2024

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Production of the Chromoly M1823 Grip Module for the Sig Sauer P320 Has Begun

January 9th, 2024

THE TIME HAS COME!!

In an attempt to satisfy the overwhelming and enthusiastic response from the community, we decided to leave it in your hands, end the wait, and begin the ordering process. We understand that some of you are very eager to get in line and secure one of these grip modules, and we don’t blame you – they’re awesome. These orders will be fulfilled on a first come first serve basis, with a current lead time of 4-8 weeks.

The finished M1823 modules will be fully CNC milled from Billet 4130 Chromoly and coated with Armor Lube’s proprietary DLC! They will feature all the same geometry as our existing M1811 grip modules with some additional features:

• Weight: 1.52 pounds!

• Material: Chromoly 4130

• Finish: Armor Lube DLC

• Full-Length Dust Cover

• Aggressive competition-style texturing.

• Fastener-less Rear Dust Cover Insert

• Compatible with our existing Magwells!

Compatibility:

Sig Sauer P320 9mm / 357 sig / 40
Fits flush with 4.7? barrel slides
17 round minimum magazines

During this initial stage of release, and going into the first production run, we will provide pictures of the M1823 in the white (shown above). We will have more photo’s to come soon, highlighting the finished coating.

For those of you who opt for the preorder and get in front of the line, we will be providing ongoing updates of the parts step-by-step, with pictures here, and on our social media. We feel this will be an interesting interactive experience where people can also get a look behind the curtain at the manufacturing of the first steel 320 grip to hit the market.

We deeply pride ourselves on the importance of customer service. So also feel free to reach out with any questions the update may not have answered. sales@brouwersolutions.com

www.brouwersolutions.com/shop/m1823-grip-mod-steel

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Made for the Mission: Blackhawk Introduces BH Series of Durable Hard Cases

January 9th, 2024

New Cases Developed in Licensing Partnership with Eylar Hard Cases

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – January 8, 2024 – Blackhawk, a leader in law enforcement and military equipment for over 30 years, recently collaborated with Eylar to unveil a new line of branded hard cases, specifically designed as tactical solutions for the storage and protection of gear and equipment.

The Blackhawk (BH) series caters to a wide range of tactical essentials, including firearms, gun belts, optics and other accessories. With various sizes available, these hard cases offer the perfect fit for different equipment configurations and storage needs.

Key features of the BH series hard cases include:

• Unparalleled waterproof and shockproof construction, providing unmatched protection.

• Multiple layers of protective foam for optimal cushioning.

• Customizable perforated pull and pluck foam layer for tailored fits.

• High-quality construction ensuring long-term durability and reliability.

• Extensive range of sizes available to accommodate all tactical storage needs.

The BH series differentiates from other hard cases on the market with the inclusion of a protective foam layer in every case, with one layer being perforated pull and pluck foam. This unique feature allows users to customize the foam to create ideal fits for their gear and equipment.

“The small, 11”x8” case is excellent for air travel and meets TSA guidance for transportation of firearms. I can carry my Glock 19 and three spare mags, locked up safe and sound, and trust everything will arrive in working order when I land,” said Justin Hoffman, product manager at Blackhawk. “When we partner with companies like Eylar to bring gear to the end-user, we treat it as if it were our own product. Honor, as a Way of Life.”

Through the partnership with Eylar Hard Cases, Blackhawk brings forth a new generation of tactical hard cases that are durable, versatile, and resilient. The introduction of the BH series is a testament to Blackhawk’s unwavering commitment to delivering top-quality protective and transportation solutions for their customers.

The BH series hard cases can be purchased through the official Blackhawk and Eylar websites, as well as Amazon.com. For more information on the BH series, please visit www.blackhawk.com.

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Minot MAF Chefs Feed the Force

January 9th, 2024

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —

Missile Alert Facilities (MAF), which can be up to 75 miles away from Minot Air Force Base, operate with a lone chef that ensures the site has well-fed troops.

Missile Alert Facilities are the heart of the 91st Missile Operations Group’s mission. The Group is composed of three squadrons, each responsible for up to 50 launch facilities. This 24/7 responsibility requires Airmen to be on alert and always ready. It is the goal of the Missile Alert Feeding Operation (MAFO) team to ensure every Airman deployed to a MAF is well-fed and can continue to accomplish their mission.

“MAFO differs from a regular feeding operation at the Dining Facility on base as chefs are deployed out to an isolated site and have to be capable of leading themselves,” said Master Sgt. Brian Brockhoff, 5th Force Support Squadron dining facility section chief.

Chefs will feed 10 or more Airmen a day, which can be a tall order. Airmen from the 5th Force Support Squadron MAFO ensure MAF site teams are comfortable during their approximately one-week stay in the field.

“On average I’ll make 36 meals per day, 12 meals per meal period,” said Senior Airman Matthew Chan, 5th Force Support Squadron food service specialist.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and sometimes a midnight meal for Airmen who were out late. A chef’s job does not stop until everyone is fed with a warm meal that is made to order.

“From inventory inspections, checking the emergency Meals Ready to Eat (MRE), and required trainings, I can have a lot of responsibilities during the time I’m tripped out,” said Chan.

A chef is in charge of their kitchen space while they are tripped out. A missile chef’s duties at a MAF may include completing and stocking inventory as well as preparing, cooking and cleaning after each mealtime.

“My mom used to make us fried chicken tenders back home, so to get to make it here for Airmen at the MAF is like bringing a little bit of that joy to the team here,” said Airman 1st Class Oscar Vega, 5th Force Support Squadron food service specialist.

Throughout the Air Force, we see Airmen taking care of each other, MAFO chefs are no different as they ensure Airmen on site are well cared for.

“To receive that thank you for a meal you made and getting to see how that directly affects the morale is one of the most rewarding parts of this job,” said Vega.

By Senior Airman Alexander Nottingham, 5th Bomb Wing

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