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September 1, 2020September 1, 2020

Faxon Firearms, Crimson Trace Co-Sponsoring FX-19 Pistol Giveaway

From Faxon Firearms

Faxon Firearms, a Cincinnati, Ohio based manufacturer of quality firearms and components, has teamed up with Crimson Trace and six other premier companies to offer a custom Crimson Trace themed Faxon FX-19 Patriot Pistol Prize Pack.

The Prize Pack will include a special edition Faxon FX-19 Patriot featuring the yet to be released Crimson Trace CTS-1250 red dot optic. The red and black Crimson Trace themed Cerakote was done by One Off Coating.

“We are excited for the opportunity to partner with Crimson Trace, Caldwell, One Off Coating, Lockdown, Tipton, C&G Holsters, and Wheeler to offer an amazing prize pack. The Crimson Trace Special Edition Faxon FX-19 Patriot looks incredible and the winner of the contest will be one of the first to own the yet-to-be-released Crimson Trace CTS-1250 red dot optic,” said Curt Staubach, Director of Marketing at Faxon Firearms.

The full prize pack includes:

Crimson Trace Special Edition Faxon FX-19
Crimson Trace CTS-1250 Optic
Crimson Trace CMR-204 Weapon Light/Laser
Caldwell E-MAX Shadows Hearing Protection
Lockdown Puck
Tipton Cleaning Kit
C&G Holsters
Wheeler Professional Gunsmithing Screwdriver Set
One Off Coating Custom Cerakote

The contest runs through September 10, 2020.

Those interested in entering can do so in the following link.

https://bit.ly/3kYJnUb

September 1, 2020September 1, 2020

Pulsar Thermion XG50 3-24×42 Thermal Riflescope

Pulsar Thermion XG50 3-24x42 Thermal Riflescope

From Pulsar

Pulsar is delighted to announce the release of the ultra-powerful Thermion XG50 thermal riflescope. This unprecedented riflescope boasts 640×480 microbolometer strength and 12-micron pixel detail to detect heat signatures up to 2,400-yards. As the first-ever riflescope to combine a BAE sensor, onboard recording and multiple color palettes, the XG50 is in a class of its own. Its 1024×768 AMOLED display gives users stunningly clear images, and its continuous, digital zoom ensures varmint, hogs and big-game are easily located. With a stadiametric rangefinder and rock, forest and identification viewing modes, the XG50 misses nothing. The XG50 also boasts a defective pixel repair feature, guaranteeing long-lasting quality.

The Thermion XG50 features:

·640×480 microbolometer strength

·12-micron pixel detail

·2,400-yard detection range

·Rechargeable battery pack

·Wi-Fi connectivity

·BAE sensor

·Multiple color palettes

·Onboard video and audio recording

·Stream Vision app compatibility

·Manual, semi- and automatic calibration modes

·External power supply adaptability

·13 variable electronic reticles

·5 rifle profiles

·One-shot zeroing freeze function And don’t forget to take a look at the company’s new Axiom XM30s Monocular

September 1, 2020September 1, 2020

Trijicon Low Profile RMRcc

From Trijicon

New for 2020, Trijicon, an industry leader in miniature reflex optics, has set a new standard for pistol optics with the introduction of the RMR®cc. Born from the legendary Trijicon RMR®, the thinner, lower profile RMRcc provides fast, both-eyes-open target acquisition, accurate aiming, and proven reliability for concealed carry pistols, and is a great addition to the extensive line of durable reflex optics offered by Trijicon.

Weighing a mere 1 ounce with battery installed and measuring less than 1 inch in width and height, the RMRcc is ready to pair with any pistol to provide the ultimate concealed carry setup. The RMRcc is constructed from 7075-T6 aluminum, tested to Military Standards and backed by The Science of Brilliant® testing methodology that Trijicon applies to every product. Its patented shape absorbs impacts and diverts stresses away from the lens and is designed to withstand the rigors of hard use under the most severe environmental conditions. “Trijicon is proud to offer pistol owners an optic designed around their needs and built to Trijicon’s standards for durability,” said Chuck Wahr, Global Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Trijicon. “Users can have confidence in carrying a pistol equipped with the RMRcc.”

The RMRcc keeps all the great features of the RMR, including easy-to-use buttons, a common 2032 battery with up to 4 years of illumination, and a wide variety of mounts to fit today’s most popular concealed carry pistols. The RMRcc is available in either a 3.25 or 6.5 MOA dot size and provides a bright, illuminated aiming point under any condition. Best of all, the RMRcc is parallax-free, meaning simple “point and shoot” operation with superior accuracy.

The RMRcc is designed to be thinner than the RMR, making it ideal for mounting on popular single stack and subcompact pistols. The RMRcc is also well suited to mount to 1911 style pistols, and durable enough to stand up to the harsh recoil generated by the .45 ACP and 10 mm.

For the ultimate in confidence, the RMRcc features an automatic brightness mode and 8 manual positions for custom settings. A Button Lock-In Mode prevents accidental adjustments to your preferred brightness setting, while a Battery Conservation Mode adjusts the aiming dot to ambient lighting conditions after 16.5 hours without a button push to further extend battery life. Windage and elevation adjustments allow for quick and easy zeroing with no need for any special tools or devices.

And for a look at the company’s ultimate frontline sighting system, here’s the ACOG, with more than one million served.

September 1, 2020September 1, 2020

Delta Defense Recognized As One of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies

From USCCA

For the ninth year in a row, Delta Defense, LLC – which provides marketing, operations, and customer care services to the United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) – has been recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of America’s fastest-growing companies.

Inc. Magazine, a monthly publication that reports on entrepreneurs and the private sector business community, once again included Delta Defense, LLC on its annual “2020 Inc. 5000 List,” a well-respected ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies honoring the nation’s most inspiring entrepreneurs. The list provides a snapshot of the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment— its independent small businesses. Headquartered in West Bend, Delta Defense, LLC is one of 54 companies representing Wisconsin on the list, highlighting the company’s importance to the state’s economy as industries across the board work to rebuild financially from the coronavirus pandemic.

“It is truly an honor to be recognized as one of Wisconsin’s economic success stories alongside some of America’s strongest businesses and entrepreneurs,” said Tim Schmidt, President of USCCA and Delta Defense. “For almost a decade, we have been included on this respected list thanks to our passionate and dynamic team that works tirelessly to provide critical resources and training to responsible gun owners across America. As millions of people and families are facing financial hardships caused by the coronavirus pandemic, we will continue investing in local communities and developing more opportunities for new jobs across the country.”

Even prior to the coronavirus pandemic, the USCCA, which provides self-defense training and legal protection to responsible gun owners, experienced more than 30 percent year-over-year growth since 2016. That growth has also meant an increase in jobs in southeastern Wisconsin.

Earlier this year, the USCCA was recognized by the Wisconsin Journal Sentinel as one of the top workplaces in the state. The USCCA now employs more than 300 people and experienced a 39 percent increase in total employees in 2019. That trend has continued into the first half of 2020.

Delta Defense provides sales, marketing and IT administrative services to the United States Concealed Carry Association and publishes Concealed Carry Magazine. The USCCA provides self-defense education, training and legal protection to responsible American gun owners. Headquartered in West Bend, Wisconsin, the USCCA is the largest and fastest-growing association whose sole focus is the responsibly armed American.

September 1, 2020September 1, 2020

Galco Switchback General-Purpose Holster for 1911 Pistols

From Galco

Galco introduces the versatile and affordable Switchback™ belt holster for both 4″- 5” 1911 pistols, accommodating versions with and without red dot sights!

A general-purpose hybrid design that combines the best elements of leather and synthetic, the Switchback is fully ambidextrous and can be carried in the strongside or crossdraw positions. The main body of the holster is constructed of layered synthetics, beginning with an outer layer of durable black ballistic nylon. Beneath that is closed cell foam that imparts structure to the holster body and protection for the firearm in the field. Finally, a layer of 420 denier gunmetal-colored packcloth lines the holster.

An ambidextrous “exoskeleton” made of top grain steerhide allows the belt to be threaded through either side of the holster body in strongside or crossdraw positions, for right or left hand draw. The retention strap is reversible for
ambidextrous use.

The Switchback is a perfect way to pack a 1911 in the great outdoors or on the range. Available in black finish, the Switchback retails for only $49.

See Galco’s line of belt holsters at galcousa.com and don’t forget to take a look at the company’s new tactical belt line.

September 1, 2020September 1, 2020

Lipsey’s Exclusive GLOCK P80

From Lipsey’s

Lipsey’s, the nation’s premier firearms distributor, has unveiled the new Lipsey’s Exclusive GLOCK P80. A historical reproduction of the original, innovative GLOCK pistol adopted by the Austrian Army in 1982.

In 1981, Gaston Glock assembled a team of engineers and designed his first firearm. The result was submitted to the Austrian Army pistol trials and won the contract in 1982. The Army then designated the first GLOCK as the Pistole 80. These guns were later known commercially as “G17s” and were only available in the US market for two years until the “Gen2” model was introduced in 1988. P80 marked GLOCKs were never imported into the United States.

After its American debut as the GLOCK 17 in 1986, the simple, yet proven, mechanics and materials have remained mainly the same. The original P80 and Gen1 G17 featured non-railed frames with no finger grooves and wrap around pebble grain texturing. Lipsey’s worked with GLOCK to recreate the Gen1 single pin frame and the original flat extractor. The P80 markings are the same font used in 1982. The classic “Tupperware” style container was also re-manufactured for this edition. Each GLOCK P80 includes a commemorative overbox and certificate of authenticity.

The new Lipsey’s Exclusive GLOCK P80 was developed to allow modern GLOCK enthusiasts to acquire a piece of the company’s unique history. The concept began with Jason Cloessner, Lipsey’s Vice President & Product Development Manager, who initiated the collaboration with GLOCK some three years ago. “I have always wanted to do a retro GLOCK pistol. GLOCK took painstaking measures to recreate the original frames and packaging to make this P80 edition as close to the original as we could get. Not only is this edition a great shooter, but it also helps tell the amazing story of how GLOCK came to be.”

Bob Radecki, GLOCK, Inc. National Sales Manager was an instrumental partner in bringing this throwback concept to life. “GLOCK, in conjunction with Lipsey’s, is very pleased to commemorate the adoption of the GLOCK P80 by the Austrian Army with a recreation inspired by the original GLOCK Pistole 80. The P80 was GLOCK’s first pistol and was the catalyst that led to the introduction of the G17, which revolutionized the pistol market and launched GLOCK as the pistol manufacturer trusted around the globe for over 30 years.”

You can access GLOCK P80 technical specs and information here: Lipsey’s GLOCK P80

August 31, 2020October 11, 2020

USCCA Emergency Preparedness Fundamentals Training Program

Ahead of “National Preparedness Month” in September, the United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA), which provides industry leading self-defense education, training and legal protection to over 400,000 American gun owners, recently launched a new training to help individuals become more prepared in the event of a disaster and confident in their ability to provide for themselves and their families.

Whether it’s a tornado, hurricane, wildfire, civil unrest, a public health crisis or a logistical strike, USCCA’s Emergency Preparedness Fundamentals Training will ensure people have the necessary information and resources to survive when the unthinkable happens. “National Preparedness Month” is recognized each September in communities across the country to encourage Americans and their families to take appropriate steps to educate themselves and prepare for emergencies that could occur in their homes, businesses, schools and communities.

“This year, the coronavirus pandemic has opened our eyes to the critical importance of being prepared for when disaster strikes. The ease and convenience at which we access water, food, shelter and security has caused many of us to lose sight of how to fend for ourselves and loved ones without basic needs,” said Tim Schmidt, CEO and founder of the USCCA. “The importance of self-reliance will never be more real than in a survival situation, which is why the time to become educated and trained is now. No one should ever second-guess their ability to protect themselves and their families when the unthinkable comes knocking at the door.”

Schmidt recently spoke with Fox News about the surge of first-time gun owners in the United States – hitting nearly 5 million in 2020 so far – and the critical importance of training and education:

“The first thing I would explain to [a] new gun owner or concealed carrier is that the training required by your state is not even close to enough. I don’t care if you’re in the most stringent state in terms of training, it’s not enough. You need to find a way to educate yourself on firearms handling.”

USCCA’s Emergency Preparedness Fundamentals Training will help responsible Americans uncover the four core pillars of survival, build a 72-hour survival kit for any disaster, gain secret insights on sheltering in place and understand the fundamentals of home defense with a firearm.

Disasters happen, and the experts have some sound advice on how to prepare

August 31, 2020August 31, 2020

Gun Cameras Now Going Nye County Sheriff’s Office Firearms

From Virdian

The Nye County Sheriff’s Office has deployed the FACT Duty™ Weapon-Mounted Camera (WMC™). As transparency in Law Enforcement once again becomes a critical need at this juncture in society today, Sheriff Sharon Wehrly and the department have the only technology and tool dedicated to capturing Officer Involved Shootings.

Nye County, Nevada encompasses over 18,000 square miles comprised of towns and large environmentally sensitive areas including Death Valley National Park. The Sheriff’s Department has also experienced recent officer-involved shootings.

“Our deputies patrol a landscape much different than most other agencies,” said Sheriff Wehrly. “After testing and evaluating the FACT Duty we concluded that it is a must for our officers. It brings unprecedented transparency and visibility to any Officer Involved Shooting. It also prepares them for the modern world of policing.”

Viridian has created an important category for law enforcement with the Weapon-Mounted Camera. This distinctive camera provides an unobstructed view of critical use-of-force events from the end of the firearm, addressing limitations officers can face with body cameras.

“We have worked with Sheriff Wehrly and her staff extensively,” said Viridian President and CEO Brian Hedeen . “The clear need for this product is validated in a major way now that all 120 of her deputies will use the FACT Duty. As we’ve watched the highest profile events in our country unfold, we firmly believe our technology is a solution for every department and agency. The price, ease of implementation and benefits to everyone involved are second to none.”

The highly advanced WMC employs a 1080p full-HD digital camera with a microphone and 500 lumen tactical light. Viridian’s proprietary INSTANT-ON technology automatically activates the camera and microphone whenever the officer draws the firearm from its holster. Not only does this eliminate risk of failure to manually turn on the camera during a critical event, but it also keeps the officer from fumbling with cumbersome equipment.

The department isn’t the first to adopt the camera. In California the King City Police Department has them deployed, along with several agencies in Texas.

August 31, 2020August 31, 2020

Improve Your Defensive Capabilities In Low Light Conditions

From Meprolight

According to reports, over 5,000,000 individuals have purchased guns this year. Statistics indicate approximately 40% of them are first time purchasers. They’ve come to understand what most of us believe,: you are responsible for your own safety. All of us have reached the same conclusion, at any time or place, we could find ourselves in a position where all other options—avoidance, retreat and de-escalation—won’t work and we have to defend ourselves or those with us. If you’ve watched the news recently, these situations usually occur at night.

Tiger McKee, Director of Shootrite Firearms Academy wrote the following in The Tactical Wire, “Based on data from previous attacks we know that it’s likely to occur during hours of the day associated with adverse light, and — if you’re forced to fire — you’ll likely fire about three to four shots.” (The Tactical Wire.com 3.25.20) Meprolight Tru-Dot night sights allow you to upgrade your capabilities for these less than ideal situations.

Designed as an upgrade to the sights that come with your handgun, Meprolight Tru-Dot models provide a sight picture system for improved aiming which requires no transition from day to night use. The shooter’s point of aim reference are three solid dots illuminated by tritium to enhance visibility in low-light or night time conditions. The tritium illumination is guaranteed for 12 years. Meprolight Tru-Dot sight dots are perfect for any lighting condition you may find yourself in. They are available in, orange, yellow or green color combination models for over 24 manufacturers including Glock, Heckler & Koch, SIG, Smith & Wesson, Springfield Armory, IWI, Ruger and CZ

Meprolight, founded in 1990, is the industry leading tritium-illuminated sight manufacturers in the world making day/night sights offering the widest variety of handgun brands in the US market.

For more information or to find your local Meprolight Dealer, visit https://us.meprolight.com. And here’s a look at the company’s FT Bullseye Sight.

August 31, 2020August 31, 2020

ELEY Precision Club

From ELEY

ELEY is excited to launch its brand new ELEY Precision Club, allowing competitors from all over the world to compete against each other from the comfort of their local shooting club.

ELEY believe online competition provides the perfect opportunity for competitors to participate in global competitions and has an exciting ‘Masters’ series of events scheduled with the opportunity of becoming a ‘World Champion’. Not to mention, the amazing cash, ammunition and clothing prizes that are up for grabs.

Competition brings out the very best in us, not just because ELEY has the most successful ammunition in the world, but because we love to compete and connect with shooters across the globe. With an uncertain future, and the current global situation restricting travel, the ELEY Precision Club hopes to provide shooters with a fun, safe alternative for competing.

Michael Atkinson, brand manager for ELEY said: “ELEY is constantly striving to develop and revolutionise shooting sports. The ELEY Precision Club will provide shooters of all ages and abilities from a range of disciplines to compete on a global stage against other shooters internationally.”

The first competition to be hosted on the platform is the ELEY benchrest masters. Competitors will be shooting six targets, each with 25 bulls at a distance of 50m. Scores will need to be uploaded to the myELEY dashboard by the competition end date, 11:59pm 1st November 2020 (GMT).

You will need to register your interest on the Precision Club homepage. Once your dashboard is created, you will have instant access to any future ELEY online competitions.

Hosted by the myELEY.com platform, ELEY’s vision is to unite shooters by encouraging greater club interaction and securing a positive future for our sport.

To find out more about the masters series, or to enter the first benchrest match, head over to www.eley.co.uk/precisionclub.