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Big Trouble in Little China Vinyl Soundtrack

Tuesday, July 31st, 2018

Tomorrow at Noon (Central Time), Mondo Tees will be releasing a newly-pressed Vinyl of the ‘Big Trouble in Little China’ soundtrack. This is the first time in over 30 years that this album will be available on vinyl, and if it’s anything like the other Carpenter score releases from Mondo (or, generally, most of their pressings), it’ll be gone in a flash.

mondotees.com

If you haven’t seen ‘Big Trouble’, it defies genre a bit, but in essence it’s a movie about a bumbling, would-be Western Action Movie Hero ending up as a sidekick in a Eastern martial arts movie with a healthy dose of mysticism, and the humor of seeing him out of his element.

Holosun Technologies Inc. Expands US Operations

Monday, July 30th, 2018

Walnut, CA – Holosun Technologies Inc., a premium optics manufacturer based in southern California plans to expand its operations in Los Angeles County. This move will allow the company to build upon its growth in the optics industry as well as attract, hire and retain exceptional talent. Holosun, which manufactures, imports and distributes red dots sights, tactical lasers and accessories, will embark on a $7 million move of its headquarters from Walnut California to the City of Industry, California.

“This move will afford us the room we need to we expand our operations and product offerings over the next decade. Our new facility will house our customer service, sales support, and shipping / receiving departments as well as our assembly operations. Additionally, as we continue to grow our business, we will explore manufacturing many of the components used in our products at the new facility,” comments Holosun Business Development Manager, Louis Craig.

The company estimates that it will add positions in assembly, customer service, shipping and receiving. Holosun has previously moved 2 times in the past 3 years as a response to their business growth.

Winchester Life – The Gould Brothers Show Off Shooting Skills with Winchester

Sunday, July 29th, 2018

Door Kickers Daily Sale On Steam

Saturday, July 28th, 2018

Door Kickers is a top-down real time strategy game where you command a SWAT team sent into various locals to neutralize bad guys and rescue hostages. I played it in early-alpha a while ago, and while I enjoyed it in its early state, it’s only gotten better and more feature-heavy since then. If you’re a fan of these types of games, it’s the perfect time to pick it up, because it’s 85% off on Steam for the next day or so (at the time of posting). That’s $2.99, from the usual price of $19.99.

store.steampowered.com/app/248610/Door_Kickers

ETS Group Releases MP5 9mm Clear Polymer Magazines

Friday, July 27th, 2018

For Immediate Release:

July 25, 2016: The ETS Group is proud to announce the release of their new line of made in the USA, H&K® MP5 9mm clear polymer magazines. Starting at $39.99, there are four models available:

HKMP5-10 10 Rounds $39.99
HKMP5-20 20 Rounds $39.99
HKMP5-30 30 Rounds $39.99
HKMP5-40 40 Rounds $44.99

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Compatible with all MP5 Style 9mm firearms such as HK MP5, MP5K, HK94, SP89, SP5K, Zenith, MKE, Omega, POF, HK Contract MP5 9mm Variants, MP5 style SW5, BW5, CA94, D54, V94, clones or other custom builds.

The ETS Group MP5 clear polymer magazines are optimized to run hollow points and provide the same reliability you’ve come to expect from standard H&K® magazines. Their translucent body structure allows you to easily see your ammo count and type, while its durable construction features extreme impact-resistance so they won’t crack when dropped and the feed lips won’t spread when fully loaded and stored. Furthermore, the ETS Group offers a lifetime warranty on all magazines!

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Features

  • Optimized to run hollow points
  • Same reliability you’ve come to expect from H&K® magazines
  • Translucent body—allowing you to see your ammo count and type
  • Extreme impact resistance—won’t crack or break when dropped
  • Very resistant to harsh chemicals
  • Superior heat, cold and UV resistance—won’t become brittle over time, even when exposed to harsh environments or extreme cold
  • Creep resistant—the feedlips and body won’t spread when being stored long term, even when fully loaded
  • Far lighter than steel magazines
  • Fits standard MP5 mag pouches and couplers
  • Lifetime Warranty
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    To see ETS’s full line of MP5 magazines, visit www.etsgroup.us.

    Praetorian Ventures – Rick’s Mace Replica *Pre-Order*

    Thursday, July 26th, 2018

    Veteran-owned Praetorian Ventures is currently offering pre-order sales for a replica of Rick Grimes’ mace, as seen from set photos of the upcoming 9th season of The Walking Dead. This mace is 36″ long, with a body made of wood, a steel cap with 12 forged steel pyramids, and a custom leather wrap. Additionally, customers can select a grip color from the following options: Black, White, Red, or Zombie Green, and the mace also comes with a full-length leather scabbard.

    Those interested in the cosplay aspect of such an item should take note: Praetorian Ventures claims this replica is designed as a “savage functioning replica and is not a toy.” However, they will be offering a cosplay-friendly version in September.

    praetorianventures.com/product/ricks-mace-pre-order

    Violent Little Machine Shop – “Would You Like To Know More?” Morale Patch

    Wednesday, July 25th, 2018

    As a film, Starship Troopers is a terrible adaption of the Robert A. Heinlein novel of the same name, but stands on its own as an entertaining movie, and more importantly, for its oft-quoted and memed in-universe propaganda segments. Such is the inspiration for VLMS’ “Would You Like To Know More?” morale patch, which features the quoted phrase, along with the United Citizen Federation logo. Sized 2.5″ x 3.25″ inches, leather, and Hook Velcro backed.

    www.violentlittle.com/collections/new-shit/products/would-you-like-to-know-more-morale-patch

    CMMG Releases The Mk57 GUARD Chambered In FN 5.7×28

    Tuesday, July 24th, 2018

    Boonville, MO (7-24-18) – CMMG has announced the release of a new line of AR pistols and short-barreled rifles (SBR’s) chambered in FN 5.7x28mm. Available in 5-inch barreled BANSHEE and 8-inch barreled PSB configurations, each model in the new Mk57 GUARD line is fed from FN 5.7 pistol magazines and uses CMMG’s patent-pending Radial Delayed Blowback operating system.

    “The 5.7 is an intriguing round that is perhaps best known for its relatively lightweight bullet design and impressive velocities. From an engineering perspective, we were excited to pair the 5.7 with our Radial Delayed Blowback system. I think it’s safe to say that this combination makes the Mk57 one of the lightest recoiling pistol caliber carbines on the market,” said Chris Reinkemeyer, CEO of CMMG.

    At the heart of the Mk57 is CMMG’s Radial Delayed Blowback operating system designed to minimize felt recoil. It features rotating bolt that requires the recoil impulse of a round being fired in order to unlock. As each round is fired, a portion of the rearward force is exhausted in unlocking this bolt prior to driving the carrier rearward and cycling the action. With less rearward force to compensate for, CMMG is able to use a lighter carrier and buffer than a standard blowback design would allow, thus reducing the overall reciprocating mass.

    CMMG will also offer a separate lightweight buffer for use with subsonic ammunition. To overcome the reduced backpressure with subsonic loads, the lightweight buffer can help ensure that the bolt locks back after firing the last round.

    The FN 5.7×28 was designed and introduced by FN Herstal with the intention of replacing the 9mm for military and law enforcement usage. While the caliber has been adopted by several agencies throughout the world, its real success came with its entry into the civilian market in the early 2000’s.

    Mk57 BANSHEE

    The BANSHEE in 5.7×28 has a 5-inch barrel and comes as either an SBR or an AR pistol. The SBR version is sold with Magpul Moe vertical foregrip and features CMMG’s new RipStock. The Ripstock allows users to quickly deploy the stock to an extended position without having to actuate a release lever. It also has five set-screw positions that allow users to customize the length of extension to the best fit. The AR pistol versions come with a Gear Head Works Tailhook Mod2 brace that allows users to easily extend/collapse the brace with the press of a button.

    Distinguishing features of the BANSHEE also include the addition of CMMG’s new ambidextrous charging handle and RML4 M-LOK hand guard. A CMMG Premier Cerakote finish (11 different colors to choose from) is included standard with each BANSHEE. It ships with one 20-round ProMag magazine and is compatible with FN Five-SeveN pistol magazines.

    Mk57 BANSHEE 5.7x28mm SBR

    BARREL: 5″ MT 4140CM SBN, 1:9 Twist
    MUZZLE: Thread Protector, Threaded ½-28
    BCG WEIGHT: 9.9 oz.
    HAND GUARD: CMMG RML4
    FURNITURE: Magpul MOE Pistol Grip, Compact Receiver Extension, CMMG RipStock, Magpul MVG Foregrip, Fully Ambidextrous Sling Plate, Selector, and Charging Handle
    RECEIVERS: Billet 7075-T6 AL Lower, Forged 7075-T6 AL Upper
    TRIGGER: CMMG Single Stage Mil-Spec
    MAGAZINE: 20-round ProMag
    WEIGHT: 4.6 lbs (Unloaded)
    LENGTH: 21.75″ (STOCK EXTENDED) 18.5″ (STOCK COLLAPSED)
    MSRP: $1,549.95

    Mk57 BANSHEE 5.7x28mm Pistol

    BARREL: 5″ MT 4140CM SBN, 1:9 Twist
    MUZZLE: Thread Protector, Threaded ½-28
    BCG WEIGHT: 9.9 oz.
    HAND GUARD: CMMG RML4
    FURNITURE: Magpul MOE Pistol Grip, Gear Head Works Tailhook Mod 2 Brace, Fully Ambidextrous Sling Plate, Selector, and Charging Handle
    RECEIVERS: Billet 7075-T6 AL Lower, Forged 7075-T6 AL Upper
    TRIGGER: CMMG Single Stage Mil-Spec
    MAGAZINE: 20-round ProMag
    WEIGHT: 4.7 lbs (Unloaded)
    LENGTH: 21.75″ (STOCK EXTENDED) 18.5″ (STOCK COLLAPSED)
    MSRP: $1,549.95

    Mk57 5.7x28mm PSB

    The Mk57 PSB Pistol includes an 8-inch barrel and a KAK Shockwave Brace. It also sports a CMMG RML7 M-LOK hand guard and CMMG A2 Compensator. It ships with one 20-round ProMag magazine and is compatible with FN Five-SeveN pistol magazines.

    Mk57 PSB 5.7x28mm Pistol
    BARREL: 8″ MT 4140CM SBN, 1:9 Twist
    MUZZLE: CMMG A2 Compensator, Threaded ½-28
    BCG WEIGHT: 9.9 oz.
    HAND GUARD: CMMG RML7
    FURNITURE: Magpul MOE Pistol Grip, KAK Shockwave Stabilizer and Brace
    RECEIVERS: Billet 7075-T6 AL Lower, Forged 7075-T6 AL Upper
    TRIGGER: CMMG Single Stage Mil-Spec
    MAGAZINE: 20-round ProMag
    WEIGHT: 5 lbs (Unloaded)
    LENGTH: 25″
    MSRP: $1,399.95

    Mk57 5.7x28mm Pistol

    The Mk57 Pistol includes an 8-inch barrel and sports a CMMG RML7 M-LOK hand guard and CMMG A2 Compensator. It ships with one 20-round ProMag magazine and is compatible with FN Five-SeveN pistol magazines.

    Mk57 PSB 5.7x28mm Pistol
    BARREL: 8″ MT 4140CM SBN, 1:9 Twist
    MUZZLE: CMMG A2 Compensator, Threaded ½-28
    BCG WEIGHT: 9.9 oz.
    HAND GUARD: CMMG RML7
    FURNITURE: Magpul MOE Pistol Grip
    RECEIVERS: Billet 7075-T6 AL Lower, Forged 7075-T6 AL Upper
    TRIGGER: CMMG Single Stage Mil-Spec
    MAGAZINE: 20-round ProMag
    WEIGHT: 5 lbs (Unloaded)
    LENGTH: 25″
    MSRP: $1,349.95

    Gerber Reimagines Backcountry Meals With New Multi-Tools: Compleat & Devour

    Monday, July 23rd, 2018

    PORTLAND, OREGON (July 23rd 2018) – GERBER, an industry-leading manufacturer of knives, multi-tools, and gear, announced today the introduction of two new multi-tools to cleverly streamline dining in the backcountry: the ComplEAT and the Devour. The first look at both products comes at Outdoor Retailer 2018 in Denver, Colorado, ahead of the products’ launch in early 2019. Both products are available in 4 distinct colors that aim to appeal aesthetically to the outdoor enthusiast: Silver, Flat Sage, Onyx, and Burnt Bronze. The ComplEAT Cook Eat Clean tool retails for $24.99 and the Devour Multi-Fork retails for $14.99.

    “The goal was to create a multi-tool that addressed the entire eating process while in the backcountry: preparing food, eating, and cleaning up after,” says Eric Moore, Product Manager at Gerber. “Gerber presents two complimentary solutions to multi-task around the campfire or on the trail. The Devour is a minimalist tool at less than 1 ounce, with a removable solid state tool that mounts to the back and kickstands the tool to keep it off dirty surfaces and out of your cooking pot. The ComplEAT focuses on the organization of dedicated tools, working independently as well as configuring to a tong to bring the convenience of a home kitchen to the wild. Don’t go hungry with two solutions to keep your adventures nourished and Unstoppable.”

    On the trail, the most important meal of the day is the meal you are about to eat. The ComplEAT tool has the bases covered with a long tine fork, deep basin spoon, dual-edge spatula, and 4 function multi-tool that nest for transport as well as snap together to convert into functional tongs. The multi-tool includes a bottle opener, veggie peeler, serrated package opener, and a can opener. Cook, eat, clean and get back out there.




    Pictured: Individual Components [Silver], Nested Components [Burnt Bronze, Flat Sage, Onyx], Tongs Configuration, Storage Configuration.

    At under an ounce, the Devour Multi-Fork is ideal for those who demand a lightweight, easy-to-use tool on the trail. Designed to handle mealtime from start to finish, the Devour has 9 tools on hand for prep, eating, and cleaning. The refreshed fork design doesn’t compromise function, and the detachable solid state tool offers 6 functions while keeping your multi-fork out of the dirt or pot with a unique kickstand design.

    Pictured from Top: Individual Components, Kickstand Feature, Multi-Fork

    www.gerbergear.com

    Green Wolf Gear – DEVTAC RONIN Custom Figure

    Sunday, July 22nd, 2018

    UK-based military model specialist Green Wolf Gear is releasing a highly detailed, 1/6 scale DEVTAC RONIN custom figurine. The figure’s namesake is the accurately-replicated DEVTAC RONIN helmet worn by the figure, although it is also outfitted in a combat uniform featuring a camouflage designed called D1RT, made by camouflage design company FEAR GEAR.

    This is a pre-order figurine, with a release date of September 20th, 2018. Check out the link below for more details, and to purchase.

    https://www.greenwolfgear.com/product/28/devtac-ronin

    SHAZAM! Official Trailer

    Saturday, July 21st, 2018

    SDCC 2018 is currently ongoing, so we’re getting all the new movie and television show announcements. One of the standouts is the new SHAZAM! trailer, which actually looks like a fun comic movie, instead of the edgy grittiness of the Zack Snyder-developed DC Extended Universe films.

    UNCHARTED – Live Action Fan Film

    Friday, July 20th, 2018

    Director Allan Ungar created this fan film based on game developer Naughty Dog’s Uncharted series. Staring Nathan Fillion as Nathan Drake, it does a good job of emulating the tone and humor of the games, while also featuring an action sequence reminiscent of the third person gameplay.

    USA SHOOTING PRESENTED BY 4OUTDOORS: RAISING AWARENESS & CRUCIAL FUNDING FOR AMERICA’S SHOOTING TEAM

    Thursday, July 19th, 2018

    Brett Favre Hosts New Multi-Part Series on GetZone.com

    July 19, 2018 (COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado) — As a lifelong outdoorsman wishing to share his reverence of the outdoors, NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback Brett Favre, began an organization called 4Outdoors to provide meaningful experiences in the outdoors to people in need. Given his background and interest in the shooting sports, USA Shooting recently selected Favre as one of their honorary Team Captains. In a new, multi-part series airing on GetZone.com titled “USA Shooting Presented by 4Outdoors,” show host Favre talks with Olympic and Paralympic athletes about their struggles, victories, and the importance of raising awareness and funds for USA Shooting’s athletes.

    In the premier episode of “USA Shooting Presented by 4Outdoors,” Favre shoots clays and talks with two-time Olympic bronze medalist Corey Cogdell-Unrein where he learns, “A lot of people don’t know shooting is one of the most expensive Olympic Sports. People think that we’re funded by the government…and that’s just not the case,” Cogdell says. “I’ve watched so many of my teammates struggle, and scratch, and fight to pay just their training expenses, and go in debt financially to pursue this sport. I’ve thought, how good could we be if we had the funding that we needed? It’s such a great sport, and we just need your help,” she said.

    Throughout the “USA Shooting Presented by 4Outdoors” series, several episodes will be hosted by Favre as he interacts with Olympic and Paralympic USA Shooting athletes including Cogdell-Unrein as well as 2016 pistol Paralympian Marco De La Rosa and 2016 Paralympic rifle bronze medalist McKenna Dahl.

    Together, they conduct shooting drills, and share tips and tactics on the range. Each episode features a sponsor’s products including pistols, shotguns, rifles, etc., and encourages viewers to consider donating to USA Shooting to help American shooting athletes win gold. McMillan Firearms stepped up as one of the first major sponsors for this series, and will be featured in an upcoming episode of the “USA Shooting Presented by 4Outdoors.”

    According to Favre, “Raising awareness for our Olympic and Paralympic athletes and their individual journeys is an important component of our mission at 4Outdoors. In addition to helping at-risk youth, Veterans, people with disabilities, victims of natural disasters, and people who are simply dealing with difficult issues life has thrown at them, “we’re glad to help our fans appreciate what organizations like USA Shooting provide to the shooting sports community and to the athletes that represent us in competition,” he said.

    “Can you remember that first time nature took your breath away?” asks Favre. “Can you remember the first fish you ever caught, the first trail you ever hiked, or the first time your own family dog came running across the backyard when you called? That rush is unforgettable, and we feel whole when we get out there. At 4Outdoors, nothing is more important than ensuring that everyone, regardless of status, ability, or circumstance is part of the great, wild, welcoming world we call home,” stated Favre.

    “The 4Outdoors program is all about encouraging outdoor-related sports and activities, and fostering our next generation,” Favre said. “We believe getting people outside helps them grow, which is why we have committed ourselves to fostering connections in, with, and around the great outdoors.”

    Episodes of “USA Shooting Presented by 4Outdoors” are now streaming on GetZone.com. The new show is distributed exclusively by Media Lodge. Media Lodge is the Outdoor Industry’s largest content production and digital distribution platform including owned websites, exclusive websites, social media, and third-party syndication.

    “We have athletes in real need and we appreciate Brett, 4Outdoors, GetZone.com and Media Lodge for recognizing what the stature of USA Shooting should be within the outdoor and shooting industry and then creating content that can help showcase our need for support,” said Keith Enlow, CEO of USA Shooting. “By capturing the story and drive of our athletes, this series projects exactly what we’re all about and that’s finding any way possible to get these athletes on the podium and represent the shooting industry.”

    “We are honored to connect our 40 million Media Lodge users with an amazing organization like USA Shooting,” states Jeff Siegel, Media Lodge CEO. “This video series features compelling stories of remarkable athletes. We’re proud to shine a light on their organization and hope to raise awareness and funding for their sport.”

    For details on how you can help USA Shooting and its Olympic and Paralympic athletes by making donations to USA Shooting, please visit usashooting.org/donate.

    Sideshow Collectables – ‘Rambo III’ 1/4 Scale Rambo Statue

    Wednesday, July 18th, 2018

    Have you ever taken a look at your desk or shelf, and thought “Gee, you know what would really tie this space together? An 18″ tall Rambo statue!” Well, then you’re in luck, because Sideshow Collectables and figurine production company Phisen have partnered to release a 1/4 scale statue of Rambo as he appeared in Rambo III. This highly-detailed statue is made of Resin, PVC, and ABS, and features actual leather and fabric clothing and accessories.

    This is a pre-order item, and is expected to ship between September and November of this year.

    www.sideshowtoy.com/collectibles/rambo-rambo-iii-phicen-903654

    PSA – Poop Flinging Gremlins AR-15 Lower Receiver

    Tuesday, July 17th, 2018

    About a decade couple months ago, an irate Arfcom poster made their displeasure with Palmetto State Armory’s business practices known through a series of posts in a thread, the high of which was reached when said poster used the phrase “poop flinging gremlins”, leveled presumably at a number of other posters in the thread.

    PSA decided to roll with the phrase, and later came out with a lower inspired by that post. It features Spike from Gremlins, poo in hand, engraved on the magwell, and selector switch markings labeled: ‘No Poop’, ‘Poop’, and ‘Fling Poop’. Plus, the S/N is prefaced with the letters POOP.

    This lower is currently available for purchase from PSA (in-stock at the time of writing), and is sure to go fairly quick, so get one for yourself while you can.

    palmettostatearmory.com/psa-ar-15-stripped-poop-flinging-gremlin-lower-receiver

    Edit: As pointed out by reader comment, the “poop flinging gremlins” comment wasn’t made over a decade ago, but rather this past May. The poster’s join date was confused for the post date, hence the mistake. The article above has been corrected to reflect this information.

    NERF Laser Ops Pro

    Monday, July 16th, 2018

    Hasbro’s latest NERF line blasters, the Laser Ops Pro line, aren’t traditional foam dart blasters, but laser blasters which fire IR beams. Laser Ops Pro which is due out later this Summer, consists of two blasters, the Alphapoint and Deltapoint, a pistol and rifle, respectively. The Alphapoint will come in a two-pack ‘battle ready’ package, and the Deltapoint will be sold as a stand-alone unit.

    Hasbro is also releasing a smartphone app for iOS and Android which will allow players to customize their blasters, track performance, earn power-ups, and track opponents. You can read the full release for the Laser Ops Pro line at the link below:

    http://newsroom.hasbro.com/static-files/13a35f77-553e-4467-b9a4-f5f244e246b6

    Panacea X – ‘Killsaw’ Chainsaw Bayonet

    Sunday, July 15th, 2018

    Panacea X’s Chainsaw Baoynet is now available in its second iteration, the ‘Killsaw’. What makes it different from the original release? The inclusion of a stock-mounted battery pack, which is good for about 20 minutes of continuous use on a full charge.

    This battery pack also functions as a handy counterweight when the Killsaw is mounted to a rifle, although the saw can also be used as a handheld, stand-alone unit.

    https://www.panaceax.com/weaponized-chainsaw/mounted

    MILITARY PERSONNEL GATHER TO CELEBRATE NASCAR DRIVER MIKE HARMON’S LATEST STOCK CAR FEATURING VETERANS NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, THE JOURNEY HOME PROJECT

    Saturday, July 14th, 2018

    Photo courtesy of Karyn Marinella

    At Last Weekend’s Xfinity Series Coca-Cola Firecracker 250 Race,
    Harmon Unveiled New Racer Design

    Veterans and Active Duty Military Personnel Were On-Hand to
    Escort New Racer Onto the Track

    Nashville, Tenn. (July 13, 2018) — Gentlemen, start your engines… The Journey Home Project (founded by Country Music Hall of Famer Charlie Daniels) is making laps with Mike Harmon Racing! This past Friday, July 6 at the NASCAR Xfinity Series, Coca-Cola Firecracker 250 at the Daytona International Speedway, professional stock car driver Mike Harmon revealed his latest racer that includes a fresh hood logo featuring Daniels and The Journey Home Project.

    Several veterans and active-duty military personnel were on-hand to celebrate the new partnership with The Journey Home Project and Mike Harmon Racing.

    “It was a complete honor having The Journey Home Project and Charlie Daniels aboard this past weekend honoring our nations heroes,” adds Harmon. “Eight members of the HSM-60 Jaguars along with Sgt. Brandon Stevenson, USMC, Purple Heart Receipt, escorted the car onto the track. We honored their service and sacrifices and also saluted the HELMINERON FIFTEEN (HM-15) Blackhawks with a windshield banner. These fine gentlemen also represented The Journey Home Project and what their mission stands for. All of us at Mike Harmon Racing can’t wait to do it all over again this season.”

    About The Journey Home Project
    The Journey Home Project is a not-for profit organization that assists other not-for-profits in securing funds to help causes that benefit veterans of the United States Armed Forces. The Journey Home Project was founded in 2014 by country music legend Charlie Daniels and his manager, David Corlew. Conscious of the need to assist our nation’s veterans, they have set out to partner with organizations that do the most good, with the least overhead. Working in tandem with these organizations, The Journey Home Project is making a difference in the lives of American patriots.

    For more information, visit thejourneyhomeproject.org.

    Dwayne Johnson & Co “Rock” TNVC Sentinel NVGs in the High-Rise Action Thriller, Skyscraper (2018)

    Friday, July 13th, 2018

    Dwayne Johnson plays Will Sawyer, a former FBI HRT Operator turned private security specialist who must take down terrorists that threaten his family in the new film directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber
    While TNVC remains proudly dedicated to providing our warfighters, law enforcement professionals, and individual citizens with the very best night vision equipment, training, and support, we’re not above having some fun once in a while, and we were happy to be approached by the production team of Skyscraper(2018) to provide NV equipment and consulting for one of the key action sequences in what is sure to be a riveting, explosive adventure for all audiences!

    TNVC team member Charles “Chip” Lasky and Buck Doyle on set with members of the cast to provide military consulting along with NV equipment during the film’s production—look for Chip and TNVC in the credits!

    TNVC is proud to have been able to support this production and to help make the film come to life, be sure to check it out!

    Skyscraper opens in theaters today, Friday, July 13th, starring Dwayne Johnson, Neve Campbell, Chin Han, and Roland Møller, directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber, and is distributed by Universal Pictures.

    Rezvani TANK Military Edition

    Thursday, July 12th, 2018

    Everything you could possible want in a luxury personal protection vehicle: B7-rated glass armor, bomb protection, night vision, kevlar-wrapped fuel tank, reinforced suspension, runflat tires, electrified door handles, strobe and blinding lights, magnetic dead bolts, gas masks, first aid, and hypothermia kit.

    All of this can be yours for the paltry sum of $295k.

    www.rezvanimotors.com/tank-military-edition

    American Gunfighter Episode 8 – Mike Glover – Presented By BCM

    Wednesday, July 11th, 2018

    July 11, 2018- BCM presents: American Gunfighter Episode 8, featuring Mike Glover of Fieldcraft Survival. Mike Glover spent 20 years in the US Army in various positions to include Weapons Sergeant, Sniper, Assaulter, JTAC, Freefall Jump Master, Sniper Team Sergeant, and Operations Sergeant Major in US Army Special Operations.

    As a US Government Contractor Mike served in austere environments at the tip of the spear in both Counter Terrorism and Special Operations. Glover has used his experience in war and in austere environments to teach civilians the lessons he learned and techniques that facilitated his survival.

    Visit FieldCraft Survival website https://fieldcraftsurvival.us/

    Interact with FieldCraft Survival on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fieldcraftsurvival/

    Directed and produced by Jon Chang, American Gunfighter is an ongoing series produced by BCM featuring elite law enforcement and military personnel sharing their thoughts and stories about their profession and craft.

    www.bravocompanymfg.com/american_gunfighter

    Magpul – Rifleman Loop Sling

    Tuesday, July 10th, 2018

    Posting more for the video than the product, but it does look like a pretty good sling.

    The new Magpul Rifleman Loop Sling: Combining the best features of Rhodesian and 1907 match-style slings, the RLS was created with Magpul’s famous proprietary nylon mesh webbing and high-strength polymer hardware all for $19.95.

    www.magpul.com/products/magpul-rls-sling

    Canada’s Premium Tactical Manufacturer Announces European Expansion

    Monday, July 9th, 2018

    The Requirements Group (TRG) European headquarters will be in the Netherlands

    TORONTO, July 9, 2018 (Newswire.com) – With tremendous success in North America, the leading developer and manufacturer of premium tactical and outdoors products, The Requirements Group (TRG) is expanding to the European market to provide premium Canadian grade tactical and air-soft garments and accessories, launching its European headquarters officially in the Netherlands as of July 9, 2018.

    Recently the tactical and outdoors equipment market has been flooded with low grade, unreliable products as a result of many manufacturers turning to factories in China with no experience in tactical products. This move has neglected the end user’s comfort and safety. The Requirements Group (TRG) sees this as an opportunity to turn around the market and deliver to the tactical professionals and outdoors consumers premium products which have been designed and tested by active and veteran tactical police, military and SAR (search & rescue) operators. All the requirements of the products are based on real-life experience of tactical and special forces operators.

    With its two flagship brands; Shadow Elite and Shadow Strategic, TRG will be able to serve both the agency and civilian markets. Having its own factory allows TRG to source and manufacture products the way they are meant to be. Having the ability to regulate strict quality control is what the company prides itself on. Reducing production costs by not outsourcing to third-party factories passes on the savings of premium products to the customer.

    “We are not your typical garment manufacturer. Tactical police and military work is in our bloodstream. Unlike other manufacturers who start off in regular outerwear and then see an opportunity in the tactical and air-soft world, we stick to what has been second nature to us for the past 80 plus years in combined experience,” says Glen Turpin, retired police officer, tactical expert and co-founder of The Requirements Group. “We are fortunate enough to have on our team, veteran and active frontline police and military operators who design and test the kit our end users wear and trust. As well as expert search & rescue (SAR) technicians testing the load bearing and rigging components of our kit. It would not be fair to the end user to have the products manufactured in a factory that one day produces load bearing tactical vests, and the next day dolls or nail clippers. This is why we invested so much into building our own factory where our dedicated expert workers and engineers focus on tactical kit every single day.”

    Another benefit TRG has with its own factory, is the ability to service large agencies and tactical teams by customizing uniforms and equipment with specific technical and camouflage pattern requirements.

    About the Requirements Group: The Requirements Group (TRG) is a law enforcement veteran owned and operated company. Based in Canada, it has expanded its distribution to hundreds of locations across North America. Its two leading brands are Shadow Elite and Shadow Strategic.

    Shadow Elite products are engineered and built with the safety, comfort and demands of front line personnel in mind.

    Shadow Strategic products are intended as an entry line. Quality products with lighter weight materials and less complex technical components.

    With these two product lines, TRG can serve both the professional agency clients, as well as outdoor and airsoft enthusiasts.

    therequirementsgroup.com

    The Forged Upper Conversion Kit: Cobalt Kinetics’ 50 State Solution for the AR-15 Platform

    Sunday, July 8th, 2018

    Washington Utah, July 5, 2018: Cobalt Kinetics Forged Upper Conversion Kit

    In March 2018 Cobalt debuted the model 27 rifle. This offering departed from the company’s long-established BAMF platform in that the lower half was designed to have the feel of a more traditional rifle , and ended up being “compliant” (aka featureless) in restrictive markets like California. The lower receiver of the 27 does indeed mate up with Cobalt’s own AR-15 patterned upper but its cross-platform universality ended there. The grip and stock interface and even the trigger shelf were altered to meet regulations that define and subsequently prohibit a gun based on the geometry of the grip and stock. The receiver extension bears the cheek rest while the aggressively swept grip organically morphs into a stock. It’s made entirely of machined aluminum. It’s a beautiful thing- evidence of the skill and nuance appreciated by the talented artists, engineers and machinists at Cobalt Kinetics.
    Now, as far as they dared depart from the norm with the release of the 27, this most recent rumbling from Cobalt would seem to deviate even further from their established traditions- the hand crafted individually fit rifles for which the company is known. This strategic pivot in product offering manages to connect the universal legality and utility of the 27 to the masses of AR-15 owners living under the shadow of anti-gun legislation. It’s called the Forged Upper Conversion Kit, and it presents as an empty lower half- complete with grip and stock and receiver extension and cheek rest- that has been redesigned (from Cobalt’s own signature aesthetic) to mate seamlessly with most all off-the-shelf AR patterned upper receivers. Like all of Cobalt’s wares, the Forged Upper Conversion Kit is still hewn from a solid block of 7075 T651 certified aluminum alloy, but machined to a contour that will indeed mate and function with nearly every AR-15 upper out there.
    The Forged Upper Conversion Kit hits the market as a stripped lower- includes only the assembly hardware for the 13 stock components, buffer retainer, bolt catch screw, trigger guard and a couple of non-typical springs (selector and takedown detent). The rest is up to the builder. Cobalt Kinetics assures a 99% cross-brand compatibility as it applies to uppers, triggers, magazine catches and takedown hardware.

    Skylar Stewart, Vice President of Cobalt Kinetics added:
    “We have always heard the needs of our dealers and clients…More restrictive states (especially California) have been looking for a legal solution to a complicated and ever-changing legislative environment. We are proud of the Forged Upper Conversion Kit and we believe it’s the best way to maintain as much functionality as possible with the AR platform. It can be configured to be legal in all 50 states. The only non-standard parts this platform uses are included in the kit. California is a large and rich gun market that just suffered the enactment of the most sweeping anti-gun legislation since their 1999 assault weapon ban. If you look at the Forged Upper Conversion Kit, it’s apparent that it’s very labor intensive. It’s not an easy thing to produce at Cobalt’s level of quality. This kit is not about supporting our financial bottom line. We want to make this kit accessible to as many people as possible to make a real difference. It’s ridiculous for responsible gun owners to be turned into criminals overnight by misguided laws. At this moment we’re hoping to help support and maintain the shooting culture in our country.”

    The Forged Upper Conversion Kit is being released in the “stripped” state at an Introductory MSRP of $699. It’s promised to be available for looks, feels, and buys at Cobalt’s dealers by mid-July. Standard catalog colors are Black, Stainless, Cobalt Kinetics Green, FDE, Gray and Cobalt (gunmetal gray). Contact Cobalt Kinetics for details, restrictions, and special order options.

    www.cobaltkinetics.com/product/forged-upper-conversion-kit

    Now On Kickstarter – Eclipse: The Morphing Coin Shaped Everyday Carry Knife

    Saturday, July 7th, 2018

    Made from 24 individual parts, the Eclipse features a Wharncliffe-style blade made from 440 stainless steel, with a handle made from G10 FR-4 fiberglass epoxy.

    Offered in two colors, the “Silver” option has a bead blasted 440C frame, links, and blade. The “Black” option features a 440C black oxide handle and links and a 440C black coated blade, both with black G10 scales.

    Specs:
    • Blade Length: 0.7 inches
    • Blade Material: Hardened 440C Stainless Steel (58 HRC)
    • Blade Stock: 0.08 inches (2 mm)
    • Handle Material: 440C Stainless Steel
    • Grip Material: G10 FR-4
    • Closed Diameter: 1.8 inches
    • Open Length: 2.9 inches
    • Knife Thickness: 0.24 inches (6 mm)
    • Weight: 1.1 oz
    • Lock Mechanism: “Button” lock, frame lock

    www.kickstarter.com/projects/fulcrumknives/eclipse-the-morphing-coin-shaped-everyday-carry-kn