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Bolger & O’Hearn to Sponsor ATA Military Division Booth at Shot Show, Jan. 22 & 23, in Las Vegas

January 19th, 2024

(Fall River, Mass., USA, Jan. 18, 2024) The team from Bolger & O’Hearn will be onsite January 22 & 23, 2024, at the annual Shot Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, Booth 52133 in the show’s Supplier Showcase.

B&O is a co-sponsor of the Advanced Textiles Association’s Military Division booth at Shot, which is located on Level 5 in the Palazzo Ballroom at the Venetian Hotel/Sands Convention Center.

The Supplier Showcase offers manufacturers a two-day sneak peak of products and technologies that add valuable performance and functional characteristics to apparel and gear developed for the military, hunting, and law enforcement industries.

Kelly Murphy, Co-President of Bolger & O’Hearn and Mohan Rao, B&O’s Technical Director for Textile Innovations, will be on hand to discuss new chemistries B&O has developed that enhance the lifespan and functional performance for hard working gear and apparel. This includes Shell-Tech Free M325 SC1 & F3 — High Performance, PFAS-free Water-Repellents, and Shell-Tech Dual Action, a Repel & Release technology that adds oil repellency, water repellency and soil release to textiles in a single application.

B&O is a member of the ATA’s Military Division and the Association’s Emerging Technologies Council.

“Our high-performance products are manufactured in the USA and have been developed to meet the technical textile industry’s growing demand for fabric finishes that offer new levels of protection and durability,” said Murphy. “Our customers are asking for both and we are committed to meeting that demand.”

You can learn more here about the Shot Show Supplier Showcase!

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VKTR Industries LLC. to Sponsor Quantified Performance Events throughout the 2024 Match Season

January 19th, 2024

VKTR Industries, a manufacturer of premier piston driven AR-15 rifles, is proud to announce a Champion Level sponsorship in 2024 with Quantified Performance. Quantified Performance is a known leader in the precision semi-automatic rifle match community. VKTR will be a sponsor throughout 2024, with opportunities to get hands on the new VK-1 rifle at events throughout the year. Prizes will be available at matches including complete rifles, upper receivers, and accessories packages.

VKTR will be sponsoring or attending the following events:

Match sponsor of A Day at Peacemaker event held on March 16th at the Peacemaker National Training Center in West Virgina. This match will include precision gas gun competitors from throughout the Eastern United States. Participants will have the opportunity to get hands on the new VK-1 rifle, and opportunities to win some amazing VKTR products.

VKTR will also be the match sponsor of A Day in the Arena event held on June 8th, at the Arena Training Facility in Blakely, Georgia.

VKTR will have a station set up with stage guns and complete rifles on the prize table at the Shoot Fast, Shoot Far, series finale on October 26th and 27th 2024. This event will be the culminating event of the season and will have participants from all over the country.

“We are excited to sponsor these events with Quantified Performance. QP competitive events typify a situation where a competitor can come in with a 16-inch factory 5.56 general purpose rifle, set up with solid optic, and be highly competitive.”, said Eric Luley, the Sales Manager for VKTR Industries. “We want to support the shooters at these type of precision gas gun and carbine events throughout the country.”

Information on VKTR Industries rifles, dealer programs, or law enforcement sales can be found at www.VKTRind.com or email Eric Luley at eluley@vktrind.com.

Information regarding the Qualified Performance series of events can be found at quantifiedperformance.com .

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Spuhr AB Introduces RD/RDF Series

January 19th, 2024

Löddeköpinge, Sweden (January 19, 2024) – Spuhr i Dalby AB (Spuhr®) is introducing the RD™/RDF™ Series of red dot mounts at the 2024 SHOT Show in Las Vegas.

Mr. Ulf Nilsson, CEO, says, “The RD and RDF series was a customer-prompted project, where a European military unit requested a mounting solution for the Aimpoint® Micro™ T-2 and the Aimpoint® 3XMag-1™ – but with a weight constraint not previously achieved by any manufacturer. We [Spuhr®] rose to the challenge and won the contract.”

The RDF series features a lightweight mount with a two-position removable magnifier yoke. The yoke is locked into the mount but can be removed completely with a simple push of a button. This patented solution provides a minimum of weight – just a mere 189 grams/6.7 oz for the mount with the magnifier yoke.

The RDF series also allow an optional Picatinny rail (SKU A-0229) to be attached to the front of the mount, for the attachment of an illuminator, as well as an optional rear iron sight.

The first model in the RDF series is the RDF-20225K, which has an optical height over rail of 57 mm/2.25” (as indicated by the model number). The RDF-20225K will be followed by the RDF-20291K, which will have a height of 74 mm/2.91”.

In addition to the RDF series, Spuhr® is also launching the RD series of lightweight red dot mounts without the magnifier yoke. Available heights are 39 mm/1.53”, 42 mm/1.65”, 49 mm/1.93”, 57 mm/2.25”, and 74 mm/2.91”. The 57 mm and 74 mm height RD mounts are also compatible with the optional Picatinny illuminator rail.

As always, quality has been a priority, where the mount does not feature any sharp while featuring the same high quality black anodizing known from all Spuhr products.

www.spuhr.biz

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New for SHOT Show 2024 – Holosun IRIS

January 19th, 2024

Holosun is proud to announce the all-new IRIS.

The IRIS (Integrated Rifle Infrared System) is an ultra compact, class IIIr visible green aiming device with a coaxial mounted class 2m IR laser and IR illuminator for use with night vision devices. IRIS features an ergonomic slider to dial in the IR illuminator between flood and spot. A new electronic selector switch toggles between visible, IR pointer, IR illuminator, or IR pointer & illiuminator with LED indicators for current mode. IRIS is powered by a CR123 battery and is activated either from the top-mounted fire button or using the compatible, industry standard remote switch.

TECH & FEATURES:

– IR Pointer and Illuminator with VCSEL laser

– New Compact Housing Design

– Quick Adjustable Focus IR Illuminator

– Coaxial Laser Mechanism

– Intensity Selector Switch

– Mode Button w/LED Indicator

SPECS:

– IPX8 Certified Waterproof

– Battery: CR123A

– Dimension: 3.2 x 1.97 x 1.34 in

– Weight: 6.35 oz

– 7075 T6 Aluminum Housing

– Travel Range ± 50 MOA

– 0.5 MOA Windage and Elevation Adjustment Per Click

MSRP: Pricing and availability to be announced at SHOT Show.

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High Speed Gear Products Group Unveils New Products and New Branding at SHOT Show 2024

January 19th, 2024

SWANSBORO, N.C. – January 19, 2024 – The year 2024 marks the 25th anniversary of High Speed Gear as a brand and also the first year that the company debuts at SHOT Show 2024 as High Speed Gear Products Group. The company brings together a powerhouse of industry-leading tactical gear, holsters, and related accessories.

Most know the High Speed Gear brand for its world-famous product, The TACO® Magazine Pouch. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of High Speed Gear, the brand is launching the Gen 2 TACO line. This evolution of the world-renowned TACO demonstrates High Speed Gear’s dedication to continued innovation, quality, enhanced functionality, and durability.

BlackPoint Tactical, typically known for their high-end concealment holsters, is excited to announce an addition to their family of back-country products, the Bando holster. The Bando Holster is built in collaboration with Bushcraft and Survival expert, Kevin Estela. This platform offers end users an innovative way to carry .22 caliber survival or plinking pistol when in the backcountry, all without interfering with your standard EDC holsters.

Comp-Tac is proudly representing one of the largest OEM partnership portfolios for holster manufacturers in the industry. The brand continues to support the Competition Shooting community with exciting news on the horizon.

Crucial Concealment, one of the fastest growing concealment brands in the US, is excited to preview their newest innovation in the COVERT holster series, the Universal Light Holster. This holster solves what has been a pain-point in the industry for decades, SKU count. This newest holster variation will accommodate a variety of popular modern pistols equipped with the TLR-7, TLR-1 or X300 models at launch with plans to offer additional models thereafter. This product fills a need for both end users and dealers, simplifying the market and slashing SKU count for light compatible holsters.

In addition to groundbreaking product releases, High Speed Gear Products Group is proud to present an expanded and upgraded booth display. The new booth design and expanded gallery not only reflects the group’s commitment to a dynamic and engaging presence but also provides attendees with an immersive experience into the world of all four brands’ cutting-edge tactical gear.

“We have so much to show the world as High Speed Gear Products Group this year on our 25th anniversary. Together, our family of brands offer industry-leading gear for Law Enforcement Professionals, Members of our Armed Services, Competitive Shooters and responsibly armed citizens needing the highest quality holsters for carrying concealed.” said Allison Mitchum, Director of Sales and Marketing at High Speed Gear Products Group. “Our logos may have changed this year but our commitment to our customers remains the same. Our team is looking forward to showcasing our newest products and engaging with our customers and industry partners at SHOT Show 2024.”

SHOT Show attendees are invited to visit the High Speed Gear Products Group booth (# 75707) to see new products and connect with team members from all four brands.

For more information about High Speed Gear Products Group, please visit hsgibrands.com.

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See the Latest from B&T USA at these SHOT Show Week Events

January 19th, 2024

SHOT Show

Tampa, Florida– B&T USA will attend the 2024 SHOT—Shooting Hunting and Outdoor Trade—Show, January 23-26, exhibiting at Booth #13210 in the Venetian Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. We will showcase a wide array of new and exciting products, including our new modular Mainline suppressor collection, our all-new SPC223, full-size and compact service pistols, our GLOCK Hush Puppy kit, 8.6 bolt and carbine platforms and our ultra- compact, integrally suppressed, U.S. Army-submitted APC9K SD2, among others.

Industry Day at the Range

B&T USA will be also exhibit at the 2024 Industry Day at the Range taking place at the Boulder Rifle and Pistol Club in Boulder City, Nevada, on Monday, January 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We encourage all media members and buyers invited to attend this pre-show event to visit with us for hands-on time with our new collection of modular suppressors, pistol suppressors, our U.S. Army-submitted APC9K SD2 modular submachine gun and a variety of new bolt-action and carbine platforms.

Las Vegas Metro Range Day

In tandem with Industry Day at the Range, B&T’s team will attend the Las Vegas Metro Range Day. This additional January 22 event takes place at the Las Vegas Metro Range Complex located at 7600 E. Carey Ave. in Las Vegas. Attendees to this venue will have the opportunity to experience our new collection of Mainline modular suppressors, as well as a number of LE/MIL-configured rifles, submachine guns and less-lethal launchers and munitions. As per LVMPD guidelines, participants will be asked to present active LE/MIL credentials prior to entry.

Social Hour

B&T will be hosting a social hour in our booth (#13210) on Tuesday & Wednesday, commencing at 4:45PM each day; the first 50 served will receive a complementary B&T-branded pint glass to sip your frosty beverage from.

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B&T USA Expands Production of APC9K SD2 US Army Submission

January 19th, 2024

Tampa, Florida–B&T USA, a leading manufacturer of firearms and suppressors, is pleased to announce that it has expanded production of its 9mm APC9K SD2 models complete with the company’s scalable suppressor system. This variant was submitted for consideration during the United States Army Sub Compact Weapon (SCW) trials as a demonstration of technology, with the Army ultimately awarding that contract to B&T USA for its APC9K SMG.

“To win a U.S. Government contract, you must submit a product that as closely meets the defined specifications as possible. That’s not necessarily what you think the end user needs, but when we’re developing platforms like this, we want to be two steps ahead of the game,” said Chris Mudgett, Vice President of Marketing, B&T USA. “In other words, we want to build firearms that won’t be obsolete in a year—or three years, or even 10. Without a doubt, that’s a challenge in the technologically advanced landscape of modern battlefields and urban law enforcement, but when the U.S. Army sees what you’ve done and acknowledges you gave them more than they asked for—much more—you’ve succeeded in fielding a firearm that has market longevity.

“Initially introduced in a very limited production run to service the SCW contract, the demand for the APC9K SD2 from other market segments has been unprecedented,” continued Mudgett. “What our customer want, our customers get, and we’re excited to be ramping up our production numbers in 2024.”

At less than 15 inches in overall length, the APC9K SD2 is the shortest integrally suppressed submachine gun available on the market today (a semi-automatic version is also available to both consumer and professional markets). With a 3-inch ported barrel and an over-the-barrel suppressor design that is fully contained within the short, M-Lok-compatible SD handguard, this weapon is optimized for low-visibility carriage and discreet deployment, delivering exceptional accuracy, controllability and ergonomics. Should the user require the utmost in suppression in lieu of compactness, a second-stage suppressor can be threaded onto the first, providing APC9 SD Compact-level (mid-length) decibel reduction.

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SKD Armor Introduces Patented Loop Covered Plate

January 19th, 2024

St. Louis, MO (January 19, 2024)- SKD Armor, LLC., introduces the patented Loop Covered Plate (LCP).

Created for ultra low vis applications, the first of these special threat plates are being made in partnership with Integris Composites, Inc. (formerly Tencate Advanced Armor USA, Inc.). Additional models from Hesco and other manufacturers are forthcoming.

The SKD Armor LCP will allow for minimal profile/weight systems consisting of plates and a strap kit, and be easily scalable to user needs with LCP side plates, placards, pouches and airflow pontoons. The LCP patent covers the use of hook and loop on a plate and corresponding harness systems.

Licensing is being offered to nylon companies interested in developing their own harness kits. SKD Armor is currently working with AXL, Blue Force Gear, Esstac and Ferro Concepts in developing harness kits, with ongoing discussions taking place with other notable manufacturers.

The SKD Armor LCP and partner harness kits will be available for purchase by Q3, 2024. Please direct all inquiries to cs@skdtac.com.

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