Month: October 2020

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Galco’s Kydex EDC Upgrade System

Galco's Kydex EDC Upgrade System

From Galco

An Every Day Carry set-up isn’t just a holster, it’s a system. Galco has always advocated the integration of holster, ammo carrier and holster belt as the best method for comfortable and effective concealed carry. Galco offers a systems approach in both leather and – today’s topic – Kydex.

The Triton™ 2.0 is fast on the draw, slender in profile, and easy to conceal. The Kydex holster body allows a smooth return to the holster after the draw, while the raised sweat guard protects the pistol from corrosive perspiration – and also protects the wearer’s skin from hard steel! The Triton 2.0’s tuckable belt clips are adjustable for cant, making it suitable for the strongside, crossdraw, or appendix carry positions.


I interviewed several custom holster experts, and you may be surprised at how affordable they are.


At least one reload should always be available. The Kydex Single Magazine Carrier is packaged with both a belt slot and a quick on-off belt clip, which can be interchanged at the user’s discretion. An adjustable tension unit provides security for the magazine.

A modern take on the traditional Ranger-style belt, the EDC Belt features adjustable billet strap and a quick-release “cobra” style buckle. Constructed of SCUBA webbing, its hook-and-loop billet strap gives wide latitude for adjustment to accommodate waist variations or handguns carried inside the waistband. Rigid and extremely stable, the EDC Belt is an excellent choice for both training and everyday wear with the heaviest of handguns and accessories.

See all of Galco’s EDC gear at galcousa.com! And if you’re carrying concealed, here’s a company guide to different positions you can use.

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Blue Otter Polarized and Mossy Oak Launch Luke Combs Edition Sunglasses

Blue Otter Polarized and Mossy Oak Launch Luke Combs Edition Sunglasses

From Mossy Oak

Mossy Oak is excited to announce an all-new sunglasses collection with Blue Otter Polarized. Featuring a flagship Luke Combs edition in Mossy Oak’s first pattern, Original Bottomland, among several other options, there is a pair for both hunting and fishing applications.

The Mossy Oak lifestyle collection is now available on BlueOtterPolarized.com. The fashionable collection features a wide variety of combinations with different Mossy Oak patterns, glasses frames, and lens colors. The Collection features three Mossy Oak patterns: Original Bottomland, Shadow Grass Blades, and the all-new Shadow Grass Habitat.

“Mossy Oak is an unrivaled leading force in the outdoor industry, with a wide offering of camouflage patterns for both hunting and fishing applications,” said Jared Wade of Blue Otter Polarized. “Teaming up with such a driving force in outdoor industry for the launch of our innovative duck hunting lens, we are confident this technology will give migratory bird hunters increased visual clarity in dusk and dawn hunting settings. Offering state of the art anti-reflective properties by Zeiss, it was clear that the Shadow Grass Habitat camo pattern would suit the needs of our duck hunting friends. We also listened to our customers demands for the popular Bottomland camo pattern, which will be offered in a limited Luke Combs Edition Watauga as well as our other frames styles in a striking sky blue lens.”

To learn more about Mossy Oak, visit mossyoak.com or to enjoy free, timely, and entertaining outdoors content, stream all of Mossy Oak’s free, ever-growing library of videos through Mossy Oak GO at https://go.mossyoak.com.

If you’re a Mossy Oak fan, take a look at this Savage Arms Renegauge.

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Cabela’s Treadfast Zoned Insulation Boot Available in TrueTimber Camo

Cabela’s Treadfast Zoned Insulation Boot Available in TrueTimbe Camo

From TrueTimber

TrueTimber and Cabela’s have announced the introduction of the Treadfast Zoned Insulation Boot available in TrueTimber Kanati camo. The Treadfast boot delivers protection, comfort and versatility, allowing hunters to take on even the harshest conditions and gain an edge in the field. Tough, yet lightweight, this boot keeps hunters dry, warm and mobile for the most demanding hunts.

The Treadfast boot, available in-store and online at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s, features moisture-wicking linings, GORE-TEX® waterproof, yet breathable membranes and open cell foam provide superior waterproof protection and excellent breathability. Zoned 3M™ Thinsulate™ Insulation puts 800-gram insulation in the toebox, 400-gram in the instep and 200-gram in the heel for optimal thermal comfort and the lightest weight possible. Ultralight TC3 OrthoLite® cushioned, memory-foam insoles offer three levels of superior cushioning. Made of a specially formulated rubber compound from BFGoodrich® tires, the Treadfast’s outsoles sport a proprietary tread design to provide all-weather and all terrain footing.

“This is a seriously versatile boot and we are really excited to see our Kanati camo pattern featured,” said TrueTimber CEO Rusty Sellars. “Any serious hunter knows the importance of good boots and Cabela’s really hit it out of the park with the Treadfast. Hunters can have confidence in their footwear knowing they are going to stay dry, comfortable and ready for any terrain all while having superior concealment with our Kanati camo.”

To learn more about the entire TrueTimber product line and see all available patterns, visit TrueTimber.com. Details about future product launches can be found on TrueTimber’s Facebook, Instagram and Twitter pages.

And don’t forget to take a look at the TrueTimber shirts for those warm afternoons hunting.

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Primary Arms Optics SLx 1-5x24mm Rifle Scope NTOA Rated

Primary Arms Optics SLx 1-5x24mm Rifle Scope NTOA Rated

From Primary Arms Optics

Primary Arms Optics is proud to announce that the new SLx 1-5x24mm FFP Rifle Scope with patented ACSS® Raptor reticle [MPN: 610134] has been awarded a silver-medal rating from the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA).

The NTOA’s testing draws from real-world performance, evaluating products by their build quality, ease-of-use, design features, and practicality for Law Enforcement operations. These tests cover weeks of analysis and trial usage, grading products according to at least 6 of 13 major evaluating criteria. To pass, the product must average at least a 3 across all criteria. Special recognition is granted to products that perform exceptionally well, achieving ‘Silver’ rating with a 4-4.49 average.

Built for use on duty carbines, the SLx 1-5×24 FFP Rifle Scope is well-suited for Law Enforcement operations. SLx optics built Primary Arms’ reputation for innovation, reliability and value. All SLx optics undergo rigorous field-testing during development, and the SLx 1-5x24mm FFP Rifle Scope excels in heavy-duty use. In reviewing the optical performance, one NTOA evaluator noted, “The glass is very clear…. The eye relief was also very forgiving especially when I was using this in true 1X format at up close and personal target.”

“Our low power variable optic’s (LPVO) are some of the best out there for the money,” says Terry Mears, Primary Arms’ Director of Product Marketing. “The 1-5x was made for Law Enforcement, especially agencies who cap optic magnification at 5 power. We are proud to be recognized with a Silver rating from the NTOA.”

Priced at $399.99, the SLx 1-5x24mm FFP Rifle Scope with ACSS Raptor Reticle will be available in Q1 2021. For more information about these products or for ordering information, please visit the Primary Arms online retail site or your preferred Primary Arms Optics retailer. To become a Primary Arms Dealer, you can learn more about the benefits on the Dealer Application page.

For government customers, please visit the Primary Arms Government page, where you can learn about all the additional services and benefits of partnering with Primary Arms for your equipment acquisitions. No matter your team’s needs, Primary Arms Government can help you find the right solution with testing and evaluation, trade-ins, and special pricing.

And if you’ve been looking for the company’s GLx series of scopes, they’re finally back in stock.

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Pennsylvania Game Commission Uses Pulsar Helion 2 XP50 for Elk Research

Pennsylvania Game Commission Uses Pulsar Helion 2 XP50 for Elk Research

From Pulsar

The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) is one of the most effective wildlife conservation organizations in the USA. With 235,000 members, the RMEF manages elk habitats and monitors populations to ensure elk health and longevity. Top RMEF biologist and Pennsylvania Game Commission member Jeremy Banfield has been using Pulsar’s vauntedHelion 2 XP50 (PL77402) to assist in his work with excellent results.

According to Banfield, “The Helion 2 XP50 helped us locate and distinguish newborn elk calves, in a heavily forested landscape, as part of our calf survival research project.” Equally useful during day or night, the XP50’s 640×480 AMOLED display enables Banfield to observe elk at different times of day. In his words, “At night, the images were clear enough to distinguish elk from deer and to pick out small newborn calves.” Boasting a 2,000-yard detection range, 2.5-20x magnification, 8 color palettes and a rechargeable IPS7 battery, the XP50’s greatest benefit may be its ability to conserve our most precious resource—time. Banfield states, “You can carefully scan a hillside looking for a newborn elk calf with the Helion XP50 in less than 60 seconds, where it may take you 60 minutes to search it on foot.”

Banfield is confident the Helion XP50 will continue to outperform his expectations. He says, “We’ll definitely use the Helion XP50 for the next few years as we continue to research calf survival and I’m sure over time we’ll find other uses as well.”

 Here’s a look at the Pulsar Axiom XM30S if you’re looking for a handheld night vision monocular.

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NSSF Guide for Parents—Youth Mental Health, Preventing Unauthorized Access to Firearms

NSSF Guide for Parents—Youth Mental Health, Preventing Unauthorized Access to Firearms

From NSSF

A Guide for Parents: Understanding Youth Mental Health and Preventing Unauthorized Access to Firearms

NEWTOWN, Conn. – The National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®) today released a new guide, developed in consultation with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), that helps parents recognize signs their children may be struggling with mental health issues and offers advice on how to talk to kids about suicide, make homes safer for those who may be at-risk and help reduce the risk of suicide among America’s teens.

The free resource – “A Guide for Parents: Understanding Youth Mental Health and Preventing Unauthorized Access to Firearms” – can be downloaded at NSSF’s Project ChildSafe® website or AFSP’s Project 2025 website.

“Mental health may seem like a difficult topic to raise with children, but it doesn’t have to be,” said Doreen Marshall, AFSP’s Vice President of Mission Engagement. “Talking openly with our young people about mental health, just as we would physical health, can help protect our kids and give them the support they need, long before a crisis occurs.”

Multiple studies show today’s teens are dealing with higher levels of stress, anxiety, depression and other mental or emotional health concerns than any generation before them. Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic has created a new set of challenges for teens, including loss of structure, separation from peers and increased feelings of isolation—adding to the stressors young people are already bearing.

“With these realities, it’s crucial that parents take steps to secure potentially lethal methods of harming oneself or others. That may mean rethinking how and where you store your guns and other possible methods of self-harm,” said Joe Bartozzi, NSSF President and CEO.

The new guide covers the health, environmental and historical factors that may lead to kids being more at-risk, as well as warning signs that someone may be contemplating suicide, and critical advice on how and when to take action. There are also recommendations on how to secure firearms, prescription drugs, harmful chemicals and other lethal means so they can’t be accessed by a person in distress.

“Keeping guns out of the wrong hands is a firearm owner’s most important priority, and securing a firearm is one of the most important steps parents can take to protect at-risk teens and others in the home,” Bartozzi said. “Our Project ChildSafe website offers several resources on how to determine the best safe storage option for your home and family.”

NSSF and AFSP have developed supplemental resources, including A Tip Sheet For Parents: Mental Health, Suicide Prevention and Firearm Safety and Being There for Your Friends: A Guide to Helping Prevent Suicide, for teens who may be concerned about their friends but don’t know what steps to take.

“Suicide is preventable—increasing our knowledge of adolescents’ mental health, combined with secure firearm storage options, is a powerful combination to save lives,” Bartozzi said.

Importantly, anyone experiencing a crisis is urged to reach out to any of the following resources:

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
  • Lifeline Chat: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/
  • Crisis Text Line: Text TALK to 741741
  • Emergency Response: Call 911 or contact your local emergency room
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Safari Club Cancels its 2021 Convention

Safari Club Cancels its 2021 Convention

From Safari Club International

After much contemplation and exhaustive effort, Safari Club International (SCI) has made the difficult decision to cancel its 2021 Hunters’ Convention. COVID-19-related restrictions imposed by the state of Nevada and city of Las Vegas to ensure a safe event environment during the ongoing pandemic has made it impossible to conduct a successful event for our members and exhibitors, or serve the greater good of wildlife conservation.

For 49 consecutive years SCI has conducted its annual convention, bringing together from around the world, hunters, exhibitors, conservation stakeholders, and generations of SCI members. This annual event celebrates hunter advocacy, raises hundreds of thousands of dollars for wildlife conservation, and enables the planning of hunts that further support conservation on every continent. It is one of the most anticipated gatherings of the year not only for the reasons above but
also because it is the one week that our community can rely upon to renew friendships and reignite the fire that drives us all to carry on the traditions of hunting. We did not reach this decision lightly.

Throughout the turmoil of 2020 SCI has remained on watch. We have defended hunting in California and on Capitol Hill; we have supported wildlife conservation on the plains of Wyoming and plateaus of Africa; and we worked with legislators and the Trump Administration on the Great American Outdoors Act, history’s greatest outdoor legislative achievement. Working hand in hand with the Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF), we were able to raise a record amount of
money for hunter education and conservation. Our work will proceed apace despite this unfortunate cancellation.


Despite our disappointment with this development, SCI will be there for our members and exhibitors in 2022 to reflect on all these accomplishments and celebrate them together. The 2022 Convention will take place in Las Vegas and will be a celebration of our hunting heritage and the perseverance we all needed to get through this, together.

The announcement, along with the cancellation of the Great American Outdoor Show, adds emphasis to the question whether there will even be a SHOT Show in 2021.

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Beretta Launches New Line of Hunting Knives

Beretta Launches New Line of Hunting Knives

From Beretta

Beretta is excited to announce the launch of a brand-new line of Beretta hunting knives. Characterized by handles made from a combination of walnut wood bonded with orange G10 fiberglass for enhanced durability, these high-quality knives are made in Italy with French 440C Inox Steel.

Designed in cooperation with Maserin, an Italian knives manufacturer, this new line utilizes hand-selected materials chosen for their quality standards. The French 440C Inox Steel used to craft the blades is ideal for hunting as it is hard enough to keep the edge sharp after repeated use, yet soft enough for easy sharpening (when needed) and guarantees high resistance to rust and corrosion.

“When our first Gallery store opened in the US in the late 1990s, the search was on to fill the store with products that reflected the hunting pursuits. The clear objective outside of apparel and gun accessories was to find ways to round out the customer experience, and knives became a key focus. Throughout the years, we have worked with top Global and US suppliers to explore ways to bring the Beretta innovation from firearms into this adjacent category. Our relationship with Maserin knife supplier has strengthened, and we are excited to launch this new series of hunting and gentleman knives to the US market. A classic approach to a new steel mold and stamping technologies mixed with clever branding aesthetics gives authentic personality to this collection,” Patrick Mocorro, Digital P.A.C. Sales Manager & Clothing – Accessories Business Leader, said.

This new hunting knives collection features various fixed blade knives, folding knives, and three-blade knives.

The Beretta Eland Fixed Blade Knife features a four-inch blade made of AISI 440 Stainless Steel with a walnut and G10 grip and a durable cow leather sheath. The lightweight knife, weighing 0.5 lbs., also contains a hole for additional string and a loop on the sheath for attachment to a belt. When the screws are removed, this knife features a hidden compartment inside.

The Beretta Bushbuck Folding Knife is a practical folding knife designed with certain size specifications that make it suitable for most situations hunters find themselves in. This hunting knife features a 3.3-inch AISI 440 Stainless Steel blade and walnut and G10 grip with grooves designed to provide a more secure grip and measures at an overall length of 8.8 inches long.

The Beretta Duiker Three Blade Knife is a foldable knife that contains a plain blade, a serrated blade, a screwdriver, and a skinner. This three-blade knife weighs 0.4 lbs. and is a total of 7 inches long with a 3-inch blade and a distinctive walnut wood grip.

The entire hunting knives collection is now available for purchase and retails for an MSRP ranging between $99-$229.

For additional information, visit www.Beretta.com.

You might also want to take a look at the Bear OPS Titanium pocketknife.

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1791Gunleather Holsters for Optic-Ready Glock G43x and G48

1791Gunleather Holsters for Optic-Ready Glock G43x and G48

From 1791 Gunleather

Optic ready firearms are not a new concept and manufactures today continue to expand existing models as well as bring out several new firearms that are optic capable as well as OEM equipped. There is a major shortage in quality holsters that perform at the highest standard for today’s variety of optic ready firearms. At 1791 Gunleather we identified that shortage and challenged it head on with now over 20 holsters that fit over 100 models of optic ready firearms. We are excited to introduce 2 more optic ready holsters for the popular Glock G43x and G48.

I interviewed several custom holster experts, and you may be surprised at how affordable they are.

Glock first introduced the slimline G43x and G48 in July of 2019. Since then the slimline frame and 10-round capacity firearms have become incredibly popular with shooters of all shapes, sizes, and skill levels. Now, Glock has introduced a new feature to these two popular models, a Micro Optic System (MOS) configuration, and 1791 Gunleather has holsters ready for the new versions of these sidearms.

“We will continue to create new designs and modify existing models to meet the needs of armed America,” said Alex Toussieh, COO of 1791 Gunleather. “Leather is a very obliging material and our leather working artisans are the best in the world.”

The new design is a great feature for the two, already popular, firearm models. Many shooters have come to love the MOS-style optics for self-defense and other close-quarters shooting scenarios. The quick target acquisition and improved shooter accuracy are benefits that shooters of all skillsets can enjoy. With 1791 Gunleather, users of these new models have premium quality holster options offering the perfect blend of comfort and functionality.

For more information on holsters for the new optic-ready G43x and G48, visit www.1791gunleather.com.

The company also recently released paddle optics-ready holsters.

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CMC Triggers Releases KRAGOS Glock Aftermarket Slide

CMC Triggers Releases KRAGOS Glock Aftermarket Slide

From CMC Triggers

CMC Triggers’ new KRAGOS Glock-compatible slide symbolizes victory and strength, much like that of the Greek God in which the name was inspired. The KRAGOS™ Slide solidifies CMC’s reputation for producing premium aftermarket Glock® parts and accessories. The aggressively sleek design and enhanced aesthetics of the KRAGOS™ improve accuracy and performance without sacrificing reliability or concealment.

The KRAGOS™ is manufactured in a state-of-the-art facility to tighter tolerances than factory slides for increased consistency in barrel lockup, improving accuracy. Constructed from 17-4 stainless-steel billet, CMC’s KRAGOS™ Glock® Slides are then heat-treated to H900 42-44RC and coated with a Diamond-Like-Carbon (DLC) finish for added corrosion resistance and durability. DLC coatings exhibit a desirable combination of low coefficient friction and high micro-hardness, making it the perfect upgrade in high wear applications.

The KRAGOS™ features a wraparound scalloped serration pattern that improves grip while manipulating the slide, like press checking the chamber or clearing a malfunction. The 45-degree chamfer edge eases holster ingress and egress, preventing snags on gear. All slides come with standard Glock® sight cuts equipped with tritium night sights and pre-cut optic pocket for the easy, secure, low-profile mounting that accommodates all red dot pistol optics that share an RMR® footprint.

The KRAGOS™ Slide accepts factory or aftermarket barrels and parts, is the ideal upgrade for your factory Gen 3 Glock® 17 or Glock® 19 pistols and pairs nicely with Polymer 80 frames for new custom gun builds.

Features:

  • Fits GEN3 Glock® 17 & 19 Pistol Frames and Components
  • 45-Degree Chamfer Edge to Ease Holster Ingress and Egress
  • Machined from Corrosion Resistant 17-4 Stainless Steel Billet
  • Heat Treated to H900 42-44RC
  • Precision Wire EDM Breach Face
  • Wear Resistant Black Diamond-Like-Carbon (DLC) Coating
  • Preinstalled Tritium Night Sights on factory Glock® Front/Rear Cuts
  • Accepts Factory and Aftermarket Barrels and Parts
  • Pre-Cut RMR® Footprint Mounting Slot Fits Trijicon®, SOUSA® RAID™ RPD
    and Holosun® HE508T, HS507C, HS407C
  • CMC’s 100% Lifetime Warranty

The KRAGOS™ Slide is complemented by CMC’s Drop-in Glock® Trigger and CMC Barrels® Glock® Match Precision Barrel.

All CMC products come with a Lifetime Warranty and are made in the U.S.A. CMC proudly designs all its products for Law Enforcement, Military, and Civilian use.