Enhanced Tactical Arms, LLC, will be premiering the SMRT Direct Action Grip at SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, January 23–26, 2018. Demo units can be viewed at the KG Industries Display (Booth 20426). Augee Kim, ETA representative and contributor to the popular “Vickers Guide AR15” series of books, will be present between 12:00 and 2:45 PM daily to demonstrate employment techniques and answer questions about the SMRT Direct Action Grip. KG Industries team member Travis Pierce will also be available to answer questions throughout the day when Augee is not available. Any interested parties, including military, media, and dealers can also schedule private meetings or demonstrations by contacting the staff of Enhanced Tactical Arms at sales@etac-arms.com.

The Sympathetic Movement Reduction Technique (SMRT) Direct Action Grip is a revolutionary AR15 pistol grip design which integrates a remote switch for activating a tactical light or laser that is easy to access and use, yet sufficiently recessed to prevent accidental light/laser discharges. The patented SMRT Direct Action Grip frees the shooter’s support hand while allowing ambidextrous activation of force multiplying devices. The SMRT Direct Action Grip uses existing pressure switches currently in US military inventories, which eliminates many of the risks and cost involved with wireless activation. The SMRT Direct Action Grip is constructed out of aircraft-grade aluminum and is compatible with most common MILSPEC pressure switches. The SMRT Direct Action Grip has been employed operationally by USASOC components, Special Forces Aviation, Air Force Pararescue, and civilian SWAT teams. It is compatible with any weapon that accepts an AR15, M4, or HK416 style grip. ETA will be collecting buyer information throughout SHOT Show and expects to take preorders in the spring.

• Gives AR15 and M4 users the ability to activate an accessory with their trigger hand
• Frees up the support hand, increasing efficiency in time-critical situations
• Allows the user to activate a secondary accessory simultaneously
• Provides a free hand for radio utilization or working dog control
• Increases capability while physically escorting or searching individuals
• Provides a free hand for Self-Aid/Buddy Care or casualty extraction
• Allows a user to open or secure doors during dynamic entry without sacrificing the ability to engage using force multipliers

Replica HK416 with SMRT Direct Action Grip (with Maritime Finish)
Photo courtesy Augee Kim

• Switch depth minimizes risk of inadvertent light or laser activation
• Employment of the inset switch does not disrupt shooter’s grasp on the weapon
• Grip profiling and geometry is designed to be consistent with modern service pistols to provide superior comfort and to improve consistency when operating different weapons
• Switch removal/replacement does not require an armorer, grip removal, or special tools
• Anti-skid pattern backstrap can be fitted with concealable IR glint tape
• Switch mount can carry marking strobes (IR or visual) or other electronics packages
• Available with a high traction composite maritime finish

• Compatible with most NSN pressure switches smaller than 3 x .8 x .2 inches
• 3.8 oz 6061 T6 aircraft aluminum body is five times stronger than plastic
• Available in MIL-STD 8625 anodize & KG Kote finishes and optimized for user-applied spray paint
• Operational mission-specific grip tape allows customization to meet user requirements
• Kit allows one handed weapon/laser activation with only a 4.2 oz increase in weight
• Based on “hands on throttle-and-stick” concept used in fighter aircraft
• Employs aerospace manufacturing techniques used in F-22 & F-35 fighters
• ITAR compliant (some features not available for civilian & foreign sales)

The SMRT Direct Action Grip provides users with a one-of-a-kind capability, giving the individual a free hand in critical situations. It can improve speed and efficiency when executing small team tactics, provide the ability to conduct laser designation while operating communication systems, and improve tactical flexibility for dog handlers. Designed and manufactured by combat veterans, the SMRT Direct Action Grip has been employed in training, law enforcement, and combat operations. Any interested parties (including military, media, and dealers) can schedule private meetings or demonstrations by contacting Enhanced Tactical Arms via email at sales@etac-arms.com and are invited to see the demo units at the KG Industries Display throughout the week (Booth 20426).

© Copyright 2018 by Dr. Earl W. Burress, Jr. (Tactical Applications Group, LLC) & printed with permission by Soldier Systems. SMRT Direct Action Grip Patent Number US 8,752,321 B2.