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February 14, 2016

Let’s get right down to it. We believe in Sean Maloney. We believe that folks like him are what’s best to guide the NRA Board of Directors. We endorse Sean Maloney for re-election to the NRA Board of Directors. cropped-2014-first-shot[1]

There’s a multitude of reasons. For example, Sean travels on his own dime to advocate for the 2nd amendment. That’s right, he puts his life on hold, hops on a plane or in a car and travels to places that face issues. He knocks on doors, he shakes hands, he talks to people face to face. That is huge and unheard of. (Our good friend Tim Knight does the same!)

He’s responsible for some great pro-gun legislation in OH from his work with the Buckeye Firearms Association. He has solutions and acts on them.

We’ve had the opportunity to sit with Sean many times and talk about the factors that affect the 2nd amendment and all of us gun owners. We always walk away inspired. Let’s get him re-elected! Vote for Sean Maloney.

Pro-tip: You don’t have to vote for a bunch of people. I suggest, just voting for Sean Maloney.

From his website –

To My Fellow Patriots and 2nd Amendment Advocates:

I was born and raised in Corry, a small town in Northwestern Pennsylvania, at the base of the Allegheny Mountains. I moved to Ohio in 1987 to attend law school at Ohio Northern University. While living in Ohio, my wife Debbie and I developed such good friendships, along with such a deep sense of community that we never returned home to Corry. We eventually settled in Liberty Township, a rural farm community at the time, much like Corry, to raise our family.

For as long as I can remember, I have been involved with firearms and firearms rights. For example these past 12 months I traveled to Colorado and presented myself as a volunteer to help recall two anti-gun Colorado State Senators. These two Senators were responsible for stripping fundamental gun rights from Colorado Residents, and all who visit or pass through Colorado.

I am nobody special. I just couldn’t sit back and watch fellow Americans lose their fundamental gun rights. We were successful and sent two Colorado State Senators packing, including the Senate President John Morse. Later our recall victory forced another anti-gun senator to resign.

A few months later, I traveled to Virginia volunteer my time with the NRA to join in the NRA-ILA election fight for Governor. Although we were not successful in the gubernatorial campaign, we did secure the seats necessary to control the Legislature. I have always campaigned on behalf of, and supported those candidates for political office who share our same Second Amendment values.

As an Attorney, for many years I have volunteered my time representing clients’ who are in need of assistance protecting their firearms rights. As a 2nd Amendment advocate, I have written countless letters to the editor. As an NRA Life Member, I have worked to spread my 2nd Amendment beliefs to anyone who would listen. As an NRA Election Volunteer Coordinator, I have helped organize and have worked for countless NRA Endorsed Candidates. And as a father, I have done my duty to raise the next generation of 2nd Amendment advocates.

Now, it’s time to further dedicate myself, to my fellow NRA Members, by serving on the Board of Directors. If successful, in part, I seek to share lessons learned from my years of Second Amendment advocacy with others, so that each American benefits and shares equally in the protections secured by the 2nd Amendment.

For many years I had been involved in partisan politics, fighting for good government. Then as my dedication to the NRA intensified, I came to the understanding that our 2nd Amendment rights cannot be fought and protected along party lines. Accordingly, I left partisan politics and dedicated myself to volunteering on behalf of the NRA.

If you place your confidence in me by voting for me in February or early March 2015, I promise hard work and continued dedication to you, as well as, the over 5 million members of the NRA.

Yours in freedom,
Sean Maloney

Source Article from http://welikeshooting.com/blog/we-like-shooting-endorses-sean-maloney-for-the-nra-board/

Guardian Reporter: Offered chance to clear the air about SHOT show ejection.

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February 12, 2016

The NSSF (National Shooting Sports Foundation) does not generally allow major media outlets to cover the events that go on at SHOT show. Their primary reason being that SHOT show is an industry trade show focused on showing off new products of guns, ammo and firearm related accessories.

Regardless, the organizers did allow reporters from The Guardian (AP) to attend with stipulations that they would focus on what the trade show is leaving politics aside. The NSSF informed the Guardian reporters that they should not be injecting politics into their questions, that they should have an escort at all times, and they should not harass vendors. They agreed and were allowed press credentials for the event.

Interestingly enough, however, The Guardian reporters went on to immediately violate all the terms, as can be seen in their video, and subsequently having their press passes and access to SHOT Show rescinded before being ejected by security.

Rupert began by asking various attendees about sales number increases, how events like mass shootings increases the sale of guns, and then proceeded to ask the people at the Smith & Wesson booth if a particular model firearm was used in a mass shooting. These questions paint to a very biased and agenda driven motive behind The Guardians interest in this convention.

As shown in this week’s podcast in the player above, there were split views about how the situations handling by both SHOT show representatives and the reporters. The email below, sent to Rupert Neate, invited him to join us for a show and provide his point of view, without being attacked:

To which he replied:

The NSSF and SHOT Show issued credentials to a major news outlet, with guidelines, to facilitate a smooth event. The point of allowing outside media, not industry reporters, to come in was to give them an opportunity to see what the show was about, which was firearms and firearm related products.

While SHOT Show is a private, invitation-only event, it does have the right to set out rules for participation. Being representatives and part of the firearm community, we should all be aware and understanding of the scrutiny and criticism coming from outside sources.

Whether or not you agree with SHOT Show’s policies, they are there primarily to screen out people and organizations who’s goal is to promote an agenda and harass attendees and vendors.

When given a chance to have a fair airing of his opinions and agendas, Rupert Neate suggests that his primary purpose for attending was to produce a hit piece. That hit piece was somewhat magnified by their ejection as the reporters got to play the victim card because they were kicked out of the show ‘just for doing their job’.

As anyone on the pro-gun side of the debate knows, this is a ‘cry wolf’ tactic meant to look like the firearm industry are just ‘gun bullies’. While the show’s policies help paint that picture, to a degree, one cannot fault the organization for being proved right.

Source Article from http://welikeshooting.com/featured/guardian-reporter-offered-chance-to-clear-the-air-about-shot-show-ejection/

Please Don’t Buy 5.11 Apex Pants

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February 12, 2016

5.11 had lots of new products to debut at SHOT Show but for many the number one question was still. Ya Brah were can I get some of the Apex pant’s at.

These magical unicorns of the tactical pants community are still selling out faster than most stores can stock them. Reviewers have been hard pressed to get hands on with these pants, and even the main 5.11 store is out of stock in common sizes.

Having finally gotten hands not only on, but also ass in, I completely understand why. So please, please stop buying them so I can get my hands on more.

Why Are they so Great?

Imagine if you will a cargo pant that looks like a pair of slacks. The cargo pockets are so low profile most people will miss seeing them completely. Add to that a stretch material that moves and bends with even the most aggressive of yoga or tactical poses, bolstered by a gusseted crotch and reinforced knees. Double rear pockets to carry spare mags or separate knives, flashlights, your wallet or cell phone. Then you would want to make sure you have a reinforced belt loops for the heartiest of belts to hold up the most overloaded of kit. Lastly, add a wide open pocket perfect for fitting a RCS Pocket Shield. If done under a full moon at a crossroad in a leap year you can say you have created the perfect pants, the Apex of pants.

I have been wearing cargo pants since the 90’s. When the rest of the world moved back to jeans and eventually skinny jeans I held on to my cargo pants the way my dad hung on to his flannel shirts. I laugh when people who didn’t know me back in the day, think I wear tactical pants to be tacticool. The truth is when I found tactical pants it was an easy transition from the Eddie Bauer and J Crew cargo’s to “Tactical Cargo’s”. I mention this for one purpose only. If there has ever been a product that I was qualified to review, it’s cargo pants. With that firmly established, these are the single greatest product to cradle my balls and caress my ass, ever.

Cargo Pockets

The pockets are so low profile it’s easy to miss them.

Cargo pants without pockets are, well, just slacks. Some of us need to wear slacks on a daily basis; I am thankful I am not one of these people. Some tactical pants offer cargo pockets that could compete against parachutes and just look ridiculous around town. The cargo pockets on the 5.11 APEX pants are inline with the line of the pant. If you don’t look close, the average person will not even notice you have cargo pockets. Each cargo pocket is subdivided to hold 2 AR mags as well. I find they also fit my Trayvax wallet and car key fob perfectly.

Rear Pockets

Need to carry more than the 4 mags you can fit in your cargo pocket? There are 2 mag pockets positioned just above the main rear pockets. Since I don’t wear these in a war zone or run personal protection, I have found they work great for pistol mags if you don’t have to sit often. The iPhone 6+ fits even with a larger case like Otter or Pelican.

The larger “standard” pocket is cut super wide. So wide you can fit an Ipad mini in the pocket. Mine actually has a keyboard case, and it still fits without stretching the material.

Front Pockets

With the elongated deep cuts, these pockets will allow you easy access to even large items. The reinforced edge is perfect for attaching your clip based gears like a pocket knife, flashlight, pen or a snagmag. I find the pocket material made out of a stretchy material means even oddly shaped items won’t tear or pull at your lining. These often roughly used pockets last longer and don’t fill with lint.

Wait there’s more.

If you act now, we will throw in more pockets at no extra cost. How about a waist line secret pocket to store Flex cuffs. If however you need to evade capture there is a hidden handcuff key pocket in the rear of the waistband. I have seen this in a few pants in the front. Let’s face it, if you’re handcuffed, chances are your hands are behind your back. Kudos 5.11 for actually thinking about what you do. Well if that’s not enough secret pockets there is one inside the left pant cuff as well. It’s so secret it’s not even listed on the 5.11 website (I destroyed the OPSEC sorry not sorry).

Bonus points if you recognize this range.

Let’s Talk Durability.

The key stress points that wear out on most of my clothes are all well reinforced. Knife clip areas, cuffs, knees, crotch, are strengthened with many areas they deploy bartacking to ensure these will hold up under pressure. Genuine YKK zippers and an advanced button attachment mean these pants aren’t popping buttons or coming off until you want them to.

Finishing touches

The Teflon coating used is incredible. I was wearing these pants at a party when a friend accidently spilled a drink on them. He went to wipe it off and was amazed the drink ran right off. By the end of the night, he had to show everyone my “magic pants” that no drink could stain.

While the waistband is not as flexible as the Stryke pants (buffet pants), they have plenty of give to allow for proper sizing when carrying IWB as well as when your OWB or off body. These are order your true size pant no need to upsize.

Conclusion

While these pants offer all the features you would want in a duty or range pant; they are one of the few that fit in the wild without saying. “Hey, yeah I have a gun what up? “ these are my new favorite pants, and the only negative thing I have found about them is that everyone knows it and they are so hard to find.

You can get your direct from 5.11, (maybe) via their website.

MSRP is $79.99 and with the moving faster than free crack don’t expect to see many discounts on them anytime soon.

Review – Vanguard Advanced VG2 by Raven Concealment

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February 11, 2016

James Yager is not shy and has no issue telling you how he appendix carried before it was called appendix carry. He’s not alone, my uncle, an officer with the NY State Police back in the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s would Appendix carry a J frame without a holster.

For many the idea of a gun tucked in your belt pointed at your junk without a holster is just insane. I love my kids and have no intention of having more, but that does not mean I am prepared to risk blowing off my nuts, or my femoral artery.

With the invent of low profile injection molded polymer and Kydex holsters, I don’t have to live on the edge of sanity with Yeager or my equally nutty uncle. (For the record I’m not picking on Yeager.)

We have done several reviews on appendix carry rigs over the last few years mainly because I am always on the lookout for a better holster. Recently Raven Concealment made a better holster even betterer. I know betterer isn’t a word, but I don’t care, cause it is betterer. Also, I like making you read made up words, so I can get nasty emails about my inability to properly write.

The Vanguard 2 is the most minimalistic holster you can have and still call it a holster. Frankly calling it a holster may be a stretch. It is a completely encompassing trigger guard with a belt attachment.

The Vanguard 2 holds to the gun super tight. Check out the video of us trying to shake the gun loose.

Secondly the trigger guard is completely protected by the holster so as not to allow any way to engage the trigger when properly mounted. This is incredibly reassuring when the gun is pointed at your personal happy switch.

All that is important to know if you have not read a review on the Vanguard or Vanguard 2. This review is a bit different though. You likely have not read a review on the Vanguard 2 Advanced.

Source Article from http://248shooter.com/index.php/review-vanguard-advanced-vg2-by-raven-concealment/

US Marines never-seen-before photos from WWII, Korean and Vietnam War

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February 11, 2016

It’s always nice to see when old-school photos emerge. In this photo set you will see US Marines on the beaches of Iwo Jima in 1945 and US Marines 22 years later during the 1968 siege of Khe Sanh in Vietnam War. The collection is part of never-seen-before photos of US Marines as a vast collection of silent, color footage being repaired, preserved and eventually placed online for all to see.

The Marine Corps is sending the rare stockpile of films to photo specialists in South Carolina. Some of the images have been in storage for 70 years and offer viewers a gritty ‘you-were-there’ view of military life. Most of them were not even seen by the combat photographers who shot them with hand-held cameras from the late 1930s through the Second World War, Korean and Vietnam War.

The phots depict storied events such as United States Marines Corps wading through the tide at Guadalcanal, the wounded being evacuated from Iwo Jima and Marines tramping single-file through the hillsides after the Chinese tried to wipe out the 1st Marine Division at the Chosin Reservoir.

The stunning photo gallery for sure will be great addition to US Military history and best showcase for future generations. Take a look:

US Marines, Never seen before photos: Battle of Iwo Jima

US Marines, Never seen before photos: Korean War

US Marines, Never seen before photos: Vietnam War

US Marines, Never seen before photos: Machine Gun

US Marines, Never seen before photos: Ship

US Marines, Never seen before photos: Parachuting into Vietnam

Source Article from http://www.special-ops.org/15748/15748.html

HSP: Lucky TH1RTE3N Glock Sight

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February 10, 2016

Despite the traditional negative connotation of the number 13, Haley Strategic Partners (HSP) seems to have hit gold with their newest product, the TH1RTE3N night sights intended for Glock semi-auto pistols. For those of you not familiar with Travis Haley or HSP, let me give you a quick break down of what you need to know. This company, founded by world famous firearms trainer, Travis Haley, has a great reputation of teaching LEO, Military and civilians how to be thinkers before shooters. Their goal in helping people understand how their body reacts to situations and how to fully take advantage of their biomechanics is amazing! This thought process is very evident in all the range of products Haley Strategic Partners offers for sale to the shooting community. In every product thus far we have tested over the past year or more, it’s evident they are designed from “in the field” knowledge and not just by board room commandos.

After a brief conversation with Travis in the weeks before leaving for Las Vegas to meet up at SHOT SHOW, we had discussed the release of his company’s new sights for the Glock series of handguns. Travis decided to have a set sent to install on the most important firearm I own, my Gen 4 Glock 19. Why, you may ask, is this most important firearm I own? The answer is simple; I carry this compact 9mm pistol as my daily concealed carry weapon. This firearm will be what may help defend my life and the lives of others while out and about during my daily course of life.

Designed for the world’s most popular LEO and civilian semi-auto pistol on earth, the TH1RTE3N provides several much needed improvements over the factory offering. From the ground up, this new sight set is designed for folks like me, who carry a legally concealed Glock every day in an inside the waistband holster. Made from heat treated 416 stainless steel which have then been precision CNC machined and finally finished in Black Oxide, these sights are built to withstand the rigors and stress placed on a concealed carry firearm. Let’s take a quick look at what sets the TH1RTE3N model of HSP night sights apart from the rest of the crowd.

Starting with the installation, it only took approximately 10 minutes to remove the factory sights and place the new HSP set up using my trusty sight pusher and front sight tool from Glock. Looking at the rear blacked out sight, you will notice a forward slant to this. The intent is to serve two main purposes, first in allowing for a “snag-free” surface to interface with clothing during the draw stroke. The second purpose is to give a clean and “easy to hook” surface for the rear sight when performing a one handed magazine change and the shooter needs to rake the sight onto a belt edge or boot heel to charge the pistol. It’s amazing how well just a simple angle change in a rear sight can make a difference in quickly getting the pistol back into the fight.

While HSP does offer a rear dual Tritium insert version of this rear sight, the blacked out version sent for field testing proved to be much faster in acquiring the Tritium insert set within the front sight due to lack of dot confusion. The deep “U” shape rear sight captures the front sight quickly and offers a wide enough field of view, in part to the narrow front sight blade, in order to see the target clearer and more completely on each side during sight alignment. When shooting from the draw at “bar room speed” as my old Sergeant would say on the range, my time on target seemed to be noticeably faster than when using the factory 3 dot night sights provided by Glock.

During low light drills, the Tritium insert on the front sight wasn’t overly bright as some of the leading brands, which allowed me to be faster in acquiring my sight picture and sight alignment on target. By being able to see more of the target left and right of the front sight, there is a better chance of being able to confirm your target and keep an eye on its actions prior to and after shooting. The science behind these sights is well thought out and clearly explained on the HSP website.

According to HSP, the idea behind these sights is as follows:

“The HSP TH1RTE3N Glock Handgun sights were designed based around the science of how the human eye acquires sight alignment and sight picture under precision or stress sight picture situations. Handgun sights are installed on a handgun to add more precision; this is what the HSP13 were designed around. Under “critical stress” shooting, we know that the Body Alarm Response (BAR) instantly takes control and increases the blood flow to the center field of vision. This in return increases your visual efficiency on the threat. During this immediate process, it is very difficult to focus on anything other than the threat. Your eyes observe, your brain orients, and you then decide on an action to take. During this immediate BAR response process, you will look through your sights with your focal plane fixed on the target due to it being a positive and natural human defense mechanism. With this theory in mind, the widths of the front sight or rear sight notch are irrelevant. The idea that your front sight and or rear notch need to be large for faster target acquisition is misguided, according to current research by visual experts. However, precision sight picture does matter when the information continues to the higher cognitive portion of the brain during situations where a decision has consciously been made to use a higher level of precision for hostage taker or long-range shots for example. In this case, the HSP 13 sights are designed with a .125 front width sight and a .125 rear sight notch. This will refine the sight picture during the trigger press, decreasing human error and increasing hit probability on a precision target.”

Regardless of whether you are into the exact science of “why” they work or the conclusions arrived from our field test on “how well they work”, I can say the HSP TH1RTE3N night sights are very fairly priced at $99 and DO IN FACT work well. I can honestly state, I have used other more traditional sight sets that cost much more money with far less pleasing results over the course of the last 15 years of on and off duty carry. When it comes to my life and the lives of others, I want the very best. These HSP sights have proven over the past month of religiously carrying my Glock 19 during field testing that I can trust my lucky TH1RTE3N sights to do their job when the time comes!

Source: http://www.thegearlocker.net/2016/01/hsp-lucky-th1rte3n-glock-sight/

VERTX® LAUNCHES CASUAL-STYLE DELTA STRETCH PANTS WITH CONCEAL CARRY FEATURES

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February 9, 2016

Cincinnati, OH — Vertx^®, a premier tactical and outdoor apparel brand, unveils its new comfortable, performance-driven casual pant with the launch of the Delta Stretch Pants.

“We’ve taken the functionality of our world class tactical pants and applied it to a trend-relevant, everyday style,” said Darrell Morrow, vice president of Vertx. “The fabric construction is unbelievably comfortable and conceal carry compatible, so a prepared professional can look and also perform as good as they feel.”

The Delta Stretch Pants offer a casual, four pocket style with functional design details such as knife notch pockets, leather-trimmed tool pockets and hidden credential flaps to safeguard valuables.

Additional features of the pants include a soft, flexible fabric for optimal moveability, a gusseted crotch and articulated knees for freedom of movement and mobility, a concealed vertical zip pocket and a conceal carry compatible waistband.

The pants are 98 percent cotton tricotine with two percent spandex. Available Spring 2016, the Delta Stretch pants come in four colors including Graphite, Sand, Olive and Tobacco. Suggested retail price for the Delta Stretch Pants is $89.95.

Vertx - 2016 - Delta Stretch Pants

Product Features:

MSRP: $89.95Soft, flexible fabric for optimal movability

Discreet interior back pocket credential flaps

Gusseted crotch provides freedom of movement

Concealed vertical zipper pocket

Knife notches located on front pockets

Leather trimmed tool pockets on both sides

Articulated knees for increased mobility

Conceal carry compatible waistband

Source: http://www.thegearlocker.net/2016/01/4873/

BROWE and RS Regulate Team up at SHOT Show

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Source: http://www.thegearlocker.net/2016/01/browe-and-rs-regulate-team-up-at-shot-show/

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February 9, 2016

BROWE, Inc., a manufacturer of premium-quality optical systems, has set a new standard in quality, performance and functionality with the introduction of its new 4×32 BROWE Tactical Optic (BTO) combined with the RS Regulate AK-300 side plate adapter mount for Kalashnikov-pattern Firearms.

Powerful and reliable, the Kalashnikov (AK-47) is one of the most popular weapons platforms in the world. It’s carried by the armies and Special Forces of more than 80 countries. In practically any theater of insurgency or guerrilla combat, some form of AK-47 will be found.

Over the past few years, a strong and growing market for Kalashnikov accessories has emerged. The BROWE and RS Regulate optic-mount combination gives discerning operators the ability to attach a state-of-the-art, premium-quality, low-profile optical system to a proven workhorse.

“RS Regulate has excellent reputation for AK-47 mounts. A couple of years ago we started kicking around ideas about combining an ultra low-profile RS Regulate mount with a 4×32 BROWE optic,” said Brian Browe, president of BROWE, Inc.

“This project gave us the opportunity to take a fresh look at the machining of our 7075-T6 forged housing. We ultimately produced a low-profile mounting surface that was specifically designed for the RS Regulate AK-300 mounting system. We call it the BTO-005G-RS.” The AK-300 is the world’s first modular side rail system.

Based on RS Regulate’s highly successful and exceptionally durable proprietary technology, the AK-300 system allows a user to adjust the position of an optic not only directly over the bore, but also front-to-back. The AK-300 system also features a titanium-based, low-profile lock system that does not protrude from the mount or into the trigger guard area.

Defense Technology® has announced the release of the 40mm Tactical 4-Shot Launcher

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February 8, 2016

ONTARIO, Calif. – Defense Technology^®has announced the release of the 40mm Tactical 4-Shot Launcher, and 40mm eXact iMpact^® and Direct Impact™ Adjustable Range Rounds at the 2016 SHOT (Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade) Show at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, from January 19-22.

“These new additions to our product families further illustrate Defense Technology’s ongoing leadership in creating novel solutions to address tactical gaps in the market,” said Dave DuBay, Vice President, Less Lethal. “Defense Technology’s commitment to the men and women of the law enforcement, corrections and military communities has long been established with innovative products, coupled with superior training solutions. Domestically, Defense Technology has helped restore order in every major civil disturbance of the 20^th century and has supported our troops from the second world war to today’s war on terrorism.”

Enhancing the family of launchers from Defense Technology, the 40mm Tactical 4-Shot Launcher, produced in collaboration with Lewis Machine & Tool, a precision gun manufacturer, provides an economical choice for the industry over traditional multi-launchers, while providing excellent tactical advantages. In addition to being the lightest weight tactical multi-launcher on the market, the Tactical 4-Shot is equipped with a quad rail and features an advanced pump action.

The 40mm eXact iMpact Adjustable Range Round and 40mm Direct Impact Adjustable Range Round have the ability to engage subjects from five feet to 70 meters to deliver the same energy throughout these distances, in a single round. Until now, this could only be accomplished through two independent munitions. The patented design allows velocity and kinetic energy to be adjusted for two design points for close-in and extended range engagements. As tactical engagements are fluid in nature, the ability to transition from close to extended range in a single round, while providing point of aim, point of impact accuracy and energy is an industry first.

The 40mm Tactical 4-Shot Launcher (Model 1440) in a black anodized finish will be available in the second quarter this year with an MSRP of $1,899.00. The 40mm eXact iMpact Adjustable Range Round and 40mm Direct Impact Adjustable Range Round (Models 6325-A, 6320-A, 6322-A, 6323-A and 6326-A) available in the first quarter this year, will be offered in the $29.00 to $35.50 MSRP range, depending upon payload.

Visit booth #12762 at the 2016 SHOT Show for a presentation.

About Defense Technology

Defense Technology^® has a long history of providing less lethal solutions for the law enforcement market to protect life and restore the peace. With a complete line of duty aerosols, less lethal impact munitions, crowd management products and tactical deployment devices, Defense Technology products are designed to provide proven, less lethal tools to maximize safety and minimize injury. Defense Technology is a part of The Safariland Group family of brands. For more information, visit www.safariland.com/defensetechnology.

About The Safariland Group

The Safariland Group is a premier global provider of trusted, innovative, high-quality law enforcement and security products for the public safety, military and outdoor recreation/personal protection markets. Offering many of the world’s most recognizable names in these markets, principal brands include Safariland^®, ABA^®, Second Chance^®, Bianchi^®, Break Free^® and Mustang Survival^®. Forensics brands include Identicator^® and NIK^®. The Safariland Group’s mission, Together, We Save Lives™, is inherent in the lifesaving products it delivers. The Safariland Group has its headquarters in Jacksonville, FL.

Source: http://www.thegearlocker.net/2016/01/4892/

AB Arms ModX Gen3 Chassis

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February 7, 2016

AB Arms basically did everything that made our own Nick Lynch so very, very happy. Gen 3 of their chassis system is a big improvement over the last one.

Source Article from http://welikeshooting.com/featured/rb-arms/

Navy SEAL who took photo of bin Laden’s corpse in trouble

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February 4, 2016

Since Operation Neptune Spear when US Special Forces killed world’s most wanted terrorists, an Al-Qaeda mastermind, Osama bin Laden in his hideout in Pakistan alleged evidence of his death never were publicly exposed.

The photos of the corpse of Osama bin Laden, September 11 mastermind, have been kept a closely guarded secret by the US government. But, it looks like that, at least, one member of US Special Operations Forces has kept a memento.

Matthew Bissonette, author of the bestseller No Easy Day and retired US Navy SEAL and member of Navy SEAL Team Six, designated as the one of the US elite warriors who shot bin Laden dead during the infamous kill mission in May 2011 raid has turned in a hard drive containing the picture of Bin Laden’s corpse. He gave the hard drive to authorities as part of a deal to escape being charged, according to US website The Intercept.

Matt Bissonnette was under investigation of NCIS for unlawfully possessing classified information after penning a book about the Al-Qaeda leader’s death.But the inquiry into

But the inquiry into Matt Bissonnette reportedly widened after he handed over the hard drive and the picture of bin Laden’s corpse was discovered on it. That’s the first time to be confirmed that there is a picture of bin Laden’s corpse.

After Operation Neptune Spear, an infamous kill mission on bin Laden’s hideout in Pakistan, Bissonnette wrote the 2012 book No Easy Day, which was his account of the plan to kill the al-Qaeda leader.

In days after it was published, the highly controversial book shot straight to the top of the bestseller list in the United States but landed retired Navy SEAL in trouble for breaking an “unwritten code of silence” among US Special Operations operatives with all the sensitive information it contained.

Could this mean that there are more photos of bin Laden’s corpse and that one day it could emerge in public?

Source Article from http://www.special-ops.org/15724/navy-seal-who-took-photo-of-bin-ladens-corpse-in-trouble.html

Bowe Bergdahl’s possible motive in alleged desertion revealed

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February 4, 2016

Since it was released from the Taliban captivity, the story behind Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl alleged desertions is not yet resolved, but on Thursday at the University of Alaska Anchorage, veterans who once served with Bergdahl took part in a panel discussion. They revealed a possible motive for Bergdahl’s alleged decision to leave his post, according to Anchorage’s KTUU-TV.

Then Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl was captured by the Taliban, and became the only US prisoner of war for years before he was released in prisoner exchange with Taliban. The search for him led to the deaths of fellow soldiers, military officials have argued. Bergdahl now faces a court-martial on charges of desertion and misbehavior before the enemy follow.

Bowe Bergdahl, originally from Idaho, was once based in Alaska and he has become the most wanted soldier missing in action since Vietnam war.

On the Thursday’s discussion panel, former Sgt. John Rice, who served with Bowe Bergdahl in the same unit, discussed the controversial circumstances surrounding his release from captivity by the Taliban.

“Bergdahl had said he wanted to essentially, not join the Taliban, but he wanted to be similar to a reporter that’s embedded in the Taliban and he wanted to write a book about it,” he said during the panel.

During the discussion, he was asked about justice, and what “justice” would look like for Bergdahl’s case. The panelists expressed a desire for him to stand trial.

“The only thing I want is for him to stand trial and for him to be found guilty, dishonorably discharged, stripped of rank, stripped of rewards,” said Rice.

“The idea that he’s actually going to see a trial in August of 2016, at this point I’m willing to call that a win,” Nick Tabaczka, who also served in the same Company as Bergdahl, said.

The open question remains could it be different for many fellow soldiers who sacrificed their lives in search-and-rescue missions which followed through years?

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February 3, 2016

So zippo is coming to the fight with some new hand warmer lighters as well as a nifty little survival kit. They love tinder at Zippo Outdoors, so make sure you swipe right.

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