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Bushnell Returns as Presenting Sponsor for 11th Annual GAP Grind PRS Pro/Am

October 14th, 2023

Largest Precision Rifle Match in Nation Sponsored by Bushnell for Over a Decade

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – October 12, 2023 – Bushnell®, an industry leader in performance optics, was proud to once again serve as title sponsor for the 11th annual GA Precision/Bushnell Elite Tactical “GAP Grind” Pro/Am. The annual precision rifle match drew more than 350 shooters from across the country and around the globe who traveled to Tennessee to compete in this unique two-person team long-range competition.

Bushnell has served as a presenting sponsor of the match for over a decade, and has been a longtime supporter of PRS competitions. Through its high quality long-range optics and numerous professional shooters, Bushnell and Elite Tactical™ have become trusted names in the precision shooting world. For 2023, the company continues to introduce purpose-built optics that long-range shooters can count on, such as the new Match Pro ED 5-30X56 riflescope and Match Pro ED 15×56 binoculars.

“We always look forward to attending the GAP Grind,” said Carlos Lozano, Bushnell brand manager. “There’s no other shooting event like it in the world, and we love how it provides an opportunity for so many new people to experience long range shooting. Bushnell has always been focused on finding new ways to grow the shooting sports and the continued success of the GAP Grind speaks for itself.”

On Friday, Bushnell hosted two side stages before the main match began, providing an opportunity for competitors, range officers and volunteers to test out the brand’s latest optics. At the side stages, attendees were able to test out the new Bushnell Match Pro ED riflescope and Match Pro ED binoculars in a modified .22LR course of fire and then test their pistol skills with the new RXM 300 Reflex Sight.

Not only were Bushnell employees on-site throughout the weekend participating in and supporting the match, but Bushnell also contributed several match awards to various competitors and participants. Among these awards were the Deserving Amateur, Deserving Range Officer and Top Sportsman.

Bushnell wishes to congratulate all the shooters who took part in the match and looks forward to joining them again next year at the K&M Precision Rifle Training Shooting Complex in Finger, Tennessee.

For more information on the GAP Grind and to see full results, visit precisionrifleseries.com.

For more information on Bushnell Elite Tactical or to see their full lineup of optics, visit Bushnell.com.

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Yuma Proving Ground Pioneers Radar Sharing With Fellow Test Centers

October 14th, 2023

YUMA PROVING GROUND, Ariz. — Radar units send out pulses of high-frequency electromagnetic waves that reflect off objects, and modern radar systems are sophisticated enough to track even small, rapidly moving objects like rockets and mortar and artillery shells.

The Army Test and Evaluation Command, known as ATEC, relies heavily on multiple radars to gather test data on a variety of military systems under evaluation.

“Out of all the ATEC test ranges, YPG’s systems have the greatest amount of usability for different types of testing,” said Herbert Kiser of Yuma Proving Ground’s Instrumentation Division. “Yuma does a lot of different things with what we have and does them well.”

This versatility in radar capabilities makes YPG’s systems prime candidates for supporting testing elsewhere across the ATEC enterprise in a bid to share expensive, highly specialized assets between installations.

Tests at U.S. Army White Sands Missile Range, the ATEC post that specializes in evaluating long-range missiles, tend to have a higher level of complexity than YPG. Most notably, the post’s range safety requirements often include double or triple redundancies that aren’t necessary for the shorter-range artillery and mortar testing conducted in Yuma.

Safety is so paramount that testers might have to detonate a missile in flight if a redundant radar doesn’t work due to technical problems, which would cause significant test delays and cost millions of dollars in lost time. Borrowing a radar system from YPG in such a situation helps prevent this, but at what cost in test delays and lost time at YPG if their radar was transported to WSMR for many weeks?

“We knew the systems could be used for a missile test, but YPG has a different network structure than White Sands does,” said Kiser. “The concern was always that it had never been done before.”

Among other things, it had been assumed by some that successfully integrating the two could take months of preparations, not least of which was moving the massive 12-foot dish that generates the AN/FPS 16’s one million watts of power along with its personnel shelter and calibration tower. Two support personnel also must accompany the apparatus.

“It’s not just sharing the radar systems, it’s sharing the personnel,” said Kiser. “Our greatest asset is the people we have with specialized knowledge and skill sets.”

To prove the concept, YPG personnel configured the AN/FPS 16 in the same manner as WSMR’s while the apparatus was still on site in Yuma. They then tracked an orbiting satellite as it passed, then electronically handed the track off to a radar at WSMR. The two installations then did the same test in reverse and were successful again.

“This proves that we can assist White Sands based on their schedule to accommodate a redundant range safety asset,” said Kiser. “It’s a big feat: We’ve taken our weapons systems and radars there as a stand-alone before, but we had never integrated with White Sands’ radars.”

By Mark Schauer

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Tyrant CNC Patent Pending Safety Blade Trigger for SIG SAUER P365 Enters the Final Stages of R&D

October 13th, 2023

Chicago, IL 10.11.23— For those who appreciate the nuances of firearm mechanics and demand the best in performance and precision in their equipment, Tyrant CNC, an avant-garde in firearm customization, has confirmed that its highly anticipated, patented safety blade design IntelliFire™ Trigger System for the esteemed SIG SAUER P365 is almost here. It is said that the release date is targeted between Black Friday and Christmas. See more info plus Product renderings below:

The SIG SAUER P365, celebrated for its compact design and formidable delivery, now meets its perfect match in the IntelliFire™. This trigger isn’t merely an aesthetic modification; it’s an evolution, engineered specifically for all P365 variants. The trigger not only is the first of its kind to feature a safety blade system that is compatible with all P365 grip modules, but it also boasts a 30% reduced take up/pre-travel, a true 90-degree break, and works WITH the OEM internal safety mechanisms.

The IntelliFire™ speaks volumes of Tyrant CNC’s engineering ethos. Its shoe, CNC Machined from 17-4 stainless steel is already a stronger steel than used over the OEM. Mated with that steel trigger shoe are dual 6061 anodized aluminum trigger blades operated by a single, specially designed stainless steel and heat-treated spring. All of these quality, made in the USA parts/components are purposely chosen for their reliability, aiming to outpace the firearm’s very own duty cycle.

Perhaps the crown jewel of the IntelliFire™ is its patent-pending dual safety blade system. Given the P365’s inherent grip module constraints, a traditional safety blade design is impossible. Here, Tyrant CNC’s engineering acumen took center stage. By engineering a 3:1 lever ratio system, the trigger is able to operate like any industry standard safety-bladed trigger, using the grip module to stop the trigger travel and prevent an inadvertent fire.

The IntelliFire™ epitomizes calculated engineering. A staggering 30% reduction in pre-travel testifies to its refined mechanics. Tyrant CNC’s patented hybrid trigger ergonomics further amplify the user experience, ensuring a steadfast 90-degree break. This culmination of mechanical refinement and ergonomic design promises unparalleled shooting consistency.

In summation, the IntelliFire™ Trigger System is not just a product; it’s an engineering marvel. By melding unparalleled safety features with enhanced performance metrics, Tyrant CNC is poised to redefine the SIG SAUER P365 experience.

For more intel on pricing/availability, and a sign-up sheet to be notified of its launch:

Tyrant CNC P365 Trigger info

Check out all of Tyrant CNC Trigger offerings here

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AUSA 23 – Alien Gear Taq-Strap

October 13th, 2023

Alien Gear debuted their new Taq-Strap at AUSA. The Taq-Strap is a wearable tourniquet strap which replaces any standard 1.5″ thigh retention strap like on holsters or leg mounted loadouts. It allows the wearer to provide self care via a hasty tourniquet application to the femoral arteries.

aliengearholsters.com/taq-strap-products

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AUSA 23 – FN LICC IWS Update

October 13th, 2023

FN America displayed the latest version of their Lightweight Intermediate Caliber Cartridge Individual Weapon System at AUSA. This is the four component systems we wrote about in January.

LICC IWS components:

• Lightweight ammunition family
• Improved Performance Carbine
• 25-round purpose-built, polymer magazine
• Signature Suppressor

Chambered in .264, it was developed on behalf of the Irregular Warfare Technology Support Directorate (IWTSD), a government office, which is responsible for conducting research and development in support of U.S. and allied organizations involved in Irregular Warfare.

The Improved Performance Carbine comes in three versions, the DMR or Recce rifle with 18.5″ barrel in the top two photos as well as a 14.5″ Carbine and 11.5″ CQB model seen below.

FN America has made 40 improvements to the carbine since I fired it last fall and is ready to transition to the customer.

One of the myriad changes is that there is a final form 25 round magazine.

They’ve also reduced weight throughout the design. One place it is immediately visible is in the three lightening cuts made above the charging handle.

Above is a close up of the user adjustable gas block and its cover which we didn’t share last time.

This article has focused on aspects of the Improved Performance Carbine. Upgrades have also been realized with the steel cased ammunition. Hopefully, we’ll get a chance to tell you more about that soon, now that the system is heading toward First Article Test.

Read about the other system components and the overall program here.

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AXL Advanced x Longship Designs JTAC Adapter

October 13th, 2023

Developed by Longship Designs and manufactured by AXL Advanced, this is the latest, V3 version of the JTAC Adapter.

The V3 JTAC Adapter is a semi-rigid platform that allows you to mount an EUD or admin pouch above your magazines and keep your device on your chest. The V3 JTAC Adapter features laser-cut laminate, a thermoplastic interior for rigidity, and a hook and loop base that attaches to the back of most modern chest rigs on the market. With the new mirrored design of the new V3 Adapter, the user is now able to mount a pouch directly to the body side of the adapter using the laser cut laminate and loop field now featured. Each JTAC Adapter comes with two strands of shock cord and two cord locks to be used to mount the adapter directly to your chest rig harness. When used slick, the JTAC Adapter can be used to affix identifiers or other hook-based items as seen fit.

“The JTAC Adapter was created to fill a gap in continuity between plate carriers and chest rigs. The idea came after I was watching a teammate use his ATAK phone while wearing his Spiritus Systems chest rig and had no good place to keep the phone readily accessible. Because I didn’t own the same chest rig the original was designed around the Mayflower UW rig. It went through various iterations and I sent a few to guys for testing and then used their feedback to enhance the JTAC Adapter. The version everyone is familiar with was further refined with Ben from Gear Dynamics and his knowledge of CAD and laminates.”

-Longship Designs

Available in all standard colorways and patterns at 12 Central October 13th 2023.

www.AXLadvanced.com

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Introducing The New S.O.Tech Laser Cut Tactical Symbology Patches

October 13th, 2023

A Modern Twist On A S.O.Tech Original

S.O.Tech has new additions to their full line of tactical symbology which now include a modern twist on a S.O.Tech original. We have been making our embroidered symbology patches for about 15 years now. Therefore, we are pleased to announce our new laser cut tactical symbology patches. They were designed as a Mil Std 2525C supplement to accurately represent specialized job functions at the individual level. Originally, because S.O.Tech’s line of bags (Mission Go Bag and Mission Pack) were so multi-functional, they needed an identifier so the operator could easily determine what was inside the bag. Our bags were being used to hold sniper gear, medical gear, breacher gear, and commo gear. So, during a medical emergency, we created the medical patch so you could tell that pack from the others. SOCOM and USASOC allowed us to include these patches on our bags and patches throughout the GWOT, so you’ve probably seen them across the spectrum.

S.O.Tech has also adapted the symbols for use on patches which can be worn to designate various functions at the small unit level, whether on the pack or on a person. This can be an excellent way to identify special skills-centric gear to cut through the “fog of war” during chaotic situations. The new line of laser cut patches include Medic, Rifleman, Grenadier, Light Machine Gunner, and Heavy Machine Gunner.

We have two different variations of our patches. The first option being a IR honeycomb reflective and the second option being an IR only.

Price: $25

sotechtactical.com/collections/featured/products/sypchlc

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FS Friday Focus – Vertical Envelopment Pack

October 13th, 2023

The VEP (Vertical Envelopment Pack) is a top-opening, roll-closure pack that is secured by tubes, making it an ideal pack for insertion and extraction operations. It can be mounted on FirstSpear Plate Carriers and flipped over the head for quick access to the contents inside. The front hanging feature also provides additional safety and comfort during infiltration when seated in armored vehicles and helicopters. This means that you can be assured of having quick and easy access to your gear, even in high-pressure scenarios.

Developed to “go forward from the objective rally point (ORP),” the VEP provides the assaulter with a unique capability which augments the full spectrum of modern combat operations. It provides the shooter with a clean shoulder pocket when shoulder firing a weapon, minimizing underarm “clutter”. This is especially important in tight and confined spaces where you need to be agile and have the ability to move quickly without any hindrance.

One of the most notable features of the VEP is its versatility. The pack and carrier can be removed and reassembled as one, making quick work for casualty inspection and treatment. Rapid jettison of FirstSpear Plate Carriers does not change with or without the VEP on. This means that you don’t have to worry about leaving gear behind or fumbling around trying to remove the pack in an emergency situation.

In terms of design, the VEP is a well-thought-out pack that is not only functional but also comfortable. It’s made from durable materials that are built to withstand the toughest conditions. The pack also features a range of compartments and pockets that are designed to provide ample storage space for all of your gear. Whether you’re a military professional or a prepared citizen, the VEP has everything you need to stay organized and prepared for anything.

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