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FirstSpear Friday Focus – Back the Blue

Friday, December 23rd, 2016

FirstSpear would like you to help them “Back the Blue”.

For every Thin Blue Line shirt sold from now until SHOT Show 2017, they will donate $10 from each sale towards the National Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Fund. Additionally, they’ll include their all new Thin Blue Line Sticker with every shirt.

www.first-spear.com

You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up

Friday, December 23rd, 2016

Looks like someone was VERY good this year.

This unicorn sighting came to us from Jon at O P Tactical, a guy who gets it.

The US Army’s Advanced Combat Rifle Program

Thursday, December 22nd, 2016

Every couple of decades the Army decides to look for a new service rifle. At the end of the 1980s, that search was called the Advanced Combat Rifle Program. Unfortunately, these programs never result in new weapons for the military but many of their concepts make it into commercial products. This Army film takes a look at the ACR.

OSS Introduces Two New HELIX Suppressors

Thursday, December 22nd, 2016

Murray UT – Operators Suppressor Systems LLC (OSS) proudly introduces two additions to our HELIX line – the HX 556 and HX 762. Built with OSS’s patented Flow-Through™ technology, the HX 556 and HX 762 are integrated flush mount suppressors and are full-auto rated.

Shorter, lighter and quieter, the HX 556 is 6.8” long, weighs 20.8 ounces and delivers a 32-34 dB sound reduction. The HX 762 is 7.6″ long, weighs 22.3 ounces, and delivers a 30dB sound reduction. Both are constructed with stainless steel, cobalt and titanium, and mount with OSS’s STS-Muzzle Brake – a direct threading mount and fully functioning muzzle brake that self-tightens during fire.

“These new HELIX products are the culmination of a lot of hard work this year by OSS’s talented engineering, manufacturing and test teams,” said VP of Sales and Marketing Chris Estadt. “And we’re excited by the reaction we’ve had with distributors, dealers and customers.”

The NFA Review Channel just wrapped their test of the HX 556 and confirmed its superior performance vs. baffle suppressors. They were impressed by how the HX 556 reduced blowback, bolt velocity, and “gunk” in their gun, and they liked its “great tone” too. Watch here.

And recent testing of the HX 762 by Military Arms Channel confirmed the HX 762’s superior sound suppression performance as well. MAC Channel was also impressed by the recoil reduction, accuracy, and signature reduction tone of the HX 762 compared with popular baffle suppressors they’ve tested. Watch here.

MSRP for the HX 556 is $1385. For the HX 762 it is $1495.

To find an OSS Dealer near you, please visit our new Dealer Search here.

Connect with Operators Suppressor Systems at www.osssuppressors.com on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

How Do You Mount Your G-Code Soft Shell Scorpions?

Thursday, December 22nd, 2016

With changing mounts as simple as removing and replacing a couple of screws, G-Code offers a lot of versatility. I’m surprised at how many they offer. Additionally, they are adaptable to many other brands of holsters and pouches.

www.tacticalholsters.com

Available for Pre-Order from Inkfidel – Jalapeño Cheese Spread T-shirt

Wednesday, December 21st, 2016

I gotta say, as far as MREs go, the Jalapeño Cheese Spread is far superior to other, lesser dishes.  Celebrate your love of the Jalapeño Cheese with this T-shirt from Inkfidel.  Other Veterans will know, and give you a nod.


inkfidel.com/collections/vintage-style-military-veteran-t-shirts/products/jalapeno-cheese-spread-is-life

Sneak Peek – Altama’s OTB Maritime Assault Boot

Wednesday, December 21st, 2016

Look for the new OTB Maritime Assault Boot by Altama in both low and mid heights, with limited showings at OR for key SOF groups and a full launch at SHOT.

The Maritime Assault Boot is intended for all tactical water operations with a fin friendly fit, it will accept the toe box of just about all dive fins used by Militaries worldwide. High abrasion quick drying 1000D Cordura quarter panels are offered in both solid colors and Multicam. This is combined with air mesh linings which help wick away sweat and other moisture quickly from your foot. To further mitigate the effects of water, there is an Ultron anti-microbial PU contoured footbed which will not absorb water and the front non-metallic drain ports allow for water to drain easily when flexing the boot.

Low-profile laces will not cause pain from fin wear on long swims and the non-shine rust-proof lace hardware will not break on the go. Additionally, Altama integrates a full-length, one-piece polypropylene shank to procide stability and support when climbing a caving ladder.

Finally, Altama’s OTB Maritime Assault Boot incorporates SEAL Rubber sticky outsoles. The rubber compound was originally developed for rock climbing shoes and modified for wet tactical operations. SEAL Rubber is one of the stickiest, high traction rubbers on the market today.

Look for these and other new styles at SHOT Show.

www.altama.com

TacJobs – Marketing Communications Manager at Dynamis Alliance

Wednesday, December 21st, 2016

Dynamis Alliance is looking for a highly motivated and adaptable individual to come join our team in leading the modern-day warrior. You will be responsible for developing, implementing and executing strategic marketing plans for the organization (or lines of business and brands within the organization) in order to attract potential customers and retain existing ones.

Experience:
• 5+ years of industry experience
• Prior management experience preferred
• Proven track record of success utilizing social media to drive revenue and market share

Required Skills:
• Plan marketing and branding objectives.
• Expand product solutions and offerings.
• Analyze market trends and recommend changes to marketing and business development strategies based on analysis and feedback.
• Oversee creation and delivery of press releases, advertisements, and other marketing materials.
• Design print ads and publications.
• Ensure brand messages are consistent.
• Collect and analyze customer feedback.
• Manage all external perceptions of the company and growth of market share.
• Engage consumers on social media.
• Lead all areas of content generation and production across all media platforms.
• Drive overall CRM and direct marketing.
• Engage other organizations within the community.
• Collaborate with sales and sourcing to develop strategic partnership activities and implement the execution framework and strategic plan on identified opportunities.
• Develop and lead a marketing team that will create and execute new concepts, business models, channels and partners to position our business as an innovator and leader.

All interested individuals please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@dynamisalliance.com.