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Hell Hath No Fury Like DoubleStar’s New “Crashete”

January 12th, 2017

Martial arts practitioner and weapon designer, Robert H. Cabrera of Filo Bladeworks, creates the next generation in edged-weapons.

Winchester, Ky. (January 2017) – DoubleStar Corp, manufacturers of high-quality, US-made AR components, rifles and pistols, reveal the Fury “Crashete”. We coined this term to accurately describe the Fury’s capability. Although the Fury’s gene pool harkens back to sugar cane and brush clearing machetes, its modern re-engineering puts it in the class of the perfect everyday tool and personal protection.

Most production machetes are made from .089″ – .125″ thick spring steel, but DoubleStar went instead with .285″ thick S7 tool steel. This steel gives the Fury’s blade a high impact toughness and resistance to shock load. Heavy enough for light breaching but still lightweight enough at 1 lb. 12 oz. to be comfortably carried on your person. Measuring just 18.25″ long, the Fury gives you reach while still being useful in close quarter situations. MSRP of the Fury is $499.99.

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HatsanUSA Unveils Its First Semi-Auto Air Rifle

January 11th, 2017

The All-New BullMaster Will Make Its Debut at SHOT Show 2017

HatsanUSA is pleased to introduce the BullMaster, a new semi-auto Pre-Charged Pneumatic (PCP) air rifle with a bullpup design. The BullMaster will be available in .177 (1050 fps) and .22 (970 fps) calibers and is HatsanUSA’s first venture into semi-auto PCP airguns. The rifle will be prominently showcased at the HatsanUSA booth (#1425) at the 2017 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, NV.

“Our customers have been asking us to release a semi-auto bullpup for quite some time and with the BullMaster, HatsanUSA is delivering in a big way. For us, the key feature is that the semi-auto action is gas operated, as opposed to electrical. This delivers greater reliability and longevity,” said Blaine Manifold, President of HatsanUSA.

The semi-auto action on the BullMaster allows shooters to quickly cycle through a detachable, rotary magazine (14-shot capacity .177 (4.5mm) and 12-shot capacity in .22 (5.5mm)). Each rifle comes with three magazines and sports carrying slots in the stock for storing spare magazines.

The BullMaster is fitted with a 500cc volume air bottle that is mounted to the forearm. Two air cylinders are included with the rifle. The barrel is fully shrouded, precision rifled and choked for optimal shot count, accuracy and sound moderation.

The rifle features a bullpup-style stock, with an “EasyAdjust” Elevation Comb, which allows shooters to adjust the elevation of the comb with the push of a button.

The BullMaster also utilizes HatsanUSA’s patented anti-knock system, which prevents discharge and wastage when the rifle is knocked or bounced.

The MSRP of the BullMaster is $1,399.99.

Bullmaster Features:

* Genuine bullpup design, Semi-auto action pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) air rifle

* Available in .177 (4.5 mm), .22 (5.5 mm) caliber

* Max Muzzle Velocity for .22 caliber is 970 fps

* Max Muzzle Velocity for .177 caliber is 1050 fps

* Detachable 14-shot magazine in .177 (4.5mm) and 12-shot magazine in .22 (5.5mm)

* Fully shrouded, precision rifled and choked barrel for accuracy

* 500cc volume air bottle mounted in the forearm

* Includes 3 magazines

* Includes quick-fill nozzle

* Tactical style ambidextrous stock with thumbhole

* 2 spare magazine carrying slots in the stock

* Accessory Weaver-style rail beneath the forearm

* “EasyAdjust” Elevation Comb Stock

* Ventilated rubber butt pad

* Built-in pressure gauge to monitor the cylinder pressure

* Weaver-style rail for both 11 mm and 22 mm scope mounts

* Overall blued finish, black anodized receiver

* Patented anti-knock system prevents discharge when rifle is knocked or bounced

* Manual safety

* Black metal trigger

* Fitted sling swivels

www.hatsanusa.com

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Man At Arms: Reforged – Riddick Ulaks

January 10th, 2017

I wonder how effective these blades could be in an actual CQB scenario.

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SIG SAUER Introduces the 1911 Spartan BB Pistol

January 9th, 2017

Newington, NH (January 9, 2017) – SIG SAUER, Inc. is pleased to introduce the 1911 Spartan BB Pistol. Modeled after the 1911 Spartan centerfire pistol, this CO2-powered, semi-automatic 1911-style BB pistol features a unique bronze finish. The slide is engraved with the original Greek words ‘MOLON LABE’ which means ‘Come and Take Them’, and the grip is emblazoned with the Spartan helmet. This high-performance air pistol also features a full-metal slide and frame with realistic blowback action of the metal slide and a 16-round magazine which holds 4.5mm steel BBs. The 1911 Spartan BB Pistol also fits in current 1911 holster systems and has the same weight and controls of a traditional 1911 firearm, making it ideal for training.

“Training is a must for all shooters, regardless of skill level, and this new SIG SAUER 1911 Spartan BB Pistol is an effective training tool for beginners and experts alike,” said Joseph Huston, vice president and general manager of the SIG SAUER Airgun Division. “Our airguns are an inexpensive alternative to live-fire training for those who want to practice but can’t make it to the range as often as they would like, and the fact that the 1911 Spartan BB Pistol fits in a regular 1911 holster allows shooters to practice drawing in addition to accuracy. Shooting enthusiasts are really embracing SIG SAUER airguns as an additional method of training, and these airguns are also an excellent way to teach beginners firearm safety and how to shoot for the very first time.”

The 1911 Spartan BB Pistol has the same skeletonized trigger as its centerfire counterpart. There is also a cam lever CO2 loading port for easy and quick loading of the 12gr CO2 cartridges. The 1911 Spartan

BB Pistol shoots up to 410 fps; however, velocity results may vary depending on temperature and altitude.

Like the 1911 Max Michel BB Pistol, the 1911 Spartan BB Pistol gives newer shooters the ability to learn firearm safety and basic fundamentals in a controlled, comfortable, quiet, and safe environment. It removes the intimidation factor of the loud noise and recoil, leaving the newer shooter more confident and with a much better understanding of traditional firearms and their safe use.

MSRP: $110.99

For more information on SIG SAUER airguns, visit www.sigsauerasp.com.

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Roger Corman’s Death Race 2050 – Red Band Trailer (NSFW)

January 8th, 2017

Roger Corman’s Death Race 2050 is another re-imagining of the classic Death Race 2000 which starred David Carradine and Sylvester Stallone, but it’s much more true to the original than the other recent Death Race films.

Work warning: this trailer does contain some coarse language, nudity, and graphic violence, just as a Death Race film should.

Death Race 2050 drops January 17th direct to home video.

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Boker USA, Inc. to Distribute Fox Products

January 7th, 2017

Lakewood, Colorado (January 5, 2017) – Boker USA is excited to announce the exclusive distribution of Fox products in North America.

Boker USA’s product line now includes Fox Knives, FKMD and Black Fox. Founded in 1977 in Maniago, Italy, Fox manufactures high quality, innovative knives, and has a strong following in the industry. In addition, Fox Knives is considered to be one of the top new brands for 2017.

This partnership will enable Boker USA to provide their customers with additional choices of great products, while being able to purchase them from one centralized vendor. This helps improve delivery speed and communications with existing Fox customers going forward.

The complete Fox line (with the exception of kitchen cutlery) will be featured on Boker USA’s website, www.bokerusa.com, in January 2017, with a selection of Fox products also featured in their 2017 catalog.

Be sure to stop by the Boker booth at the upcoming Outdoor Retailer Winter Market (booth #BR428), and SHOT Show (booth #13167) for additional information.

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Pennsylvania-Native Creates Artwork from Spent Ammunition, Surpasses 1000 Sales on Etsy

January 6th, 2017

Ready Aim Craft features flags, signs, wedding décor and jewelry, all made from 12 gauge shotgun shells; turns hobby into growing business

FAWN GROVE, Pa., Jan. 5, 2017 – Launched on Etsy in August 2013, Ready Aim Craft has surpassed the 1000-sale mark, while maintaining a 5-star average rating. Since it’s inception, the small shop has grown from a few small items made from spent ammo, like key chains and earrings, to over 100 items including an American flag made from over 360 12-gauge shotgun shells.

“I’ve been crafting as a hobby for years now, and I wanted to start creating items for others to enjoy as well,” says Janelle James, founder of Ready Aim Craft. “I love being able to sort through a box of spent shotgun shells, that most people throw away, and turn them into unique pieces of art.”

“Most customers are shopping Ready Aim Craft because they’re searching for something special,” she continues. “I’ve created American Flags for husbands and brothers coming home from Afghanistan, as well as Thin Blue Line flags for family members graduating from the Police Academy. I’m humbled each and every time someone chooses one of my items to give as a gift, for occasions far more celebratory than the standard birthday or holiday.”

Ready Aim Craft’s iconic piece of art, the Shotgun Shell American Flag, was recently added to the museum/art collection at Lock & Load Miami, a premier machine gun shooting range in downtown Miami. “[It] looks fantastic and a lot of our customers have already given us positive feedback,” says Andy Serafine of Lock & Load Miami.

Future plans for the shop include participation in a variety of C&E Gun Shows through the Pennsylvania area and Catoction Colorfest later this year.

About Ready Aim Craft

Ready Aim Craft is a craft shop comprised of various items celebrating American pride and patriotism. Janelle James opened the shop in 2013, and everything is created and made by her and her husband, who serves in the Air Force.

www.readyaimcraft.com

www.readyaimcraft.etsy.com

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Garand Thumb – Basic Helmet Setup

January 5th, 2017

Friend of TFB Epik Panda sent over a link to this video from YouTuber Garand Thumb, who offers some decent gear advice with just a touch of humor.

You can check out more of Garand Thumb via his YouTube Channel.

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SIG SAUER® Introduces New P320® Advanced Sport Pellet Air Pistol

January 4th, 2017

Newington, NH (January 4, 2017) – SIG SAUER, Inc., designer and manufacturer of the world’s most reliable firearms, optics, ammunition, airguns and accessories, adds to its world-class Advanced Sport Pellet (ASP) line of airguns with the introduction of the new P320 CO2-powered pistol. This semi-automatic .177 caliber ASP pistol is the first air pistol in the world to feature a 30-round belt magazine and is designed to look and feel like the highly-acclaimed SIG SAUER P320 centerfire pistol. Weight and trigger pull are virtually identical offering recreational shooters, professionals and competitive shooters another outstanding training tool to easily hone their shooting skills at greatly reduced costs.

“The SIG SAUER P320 has been extremely well received by law enforcement, recreational shooters and competitive shooters alike, and customers have been asking for a pellet version of this pistol since we introduced our very first airguns,” said Joseph Huston, vice president and general manager of the SIG SAUER Airgun Division. “The industry has truly embraced our ASP air rifles and air pistols as excellent training tools when the cost of ammunition, lack of range time or other factors prevent people from training with their centerfire guns as much as they would like or feel they should. We are committed to producing these high-quality, CO2-powered alternatives that make it easy for people to train in their back yards.”

The P320 ASP air pistol features a metal slide with realistic blowback action and polymer frame in addition to a smooth slide safety. This air pistol is double-action only, has a front blade sight, fixed rear sight and an accessory rail which allows easy mounting of a laser or tactical flashlight. The 12gr CO2 cartridge is inserted and removed through a compartment in the side of the grip. Velocity is up to 450 fps; however, velocity results may vary depending on pellet weight, temperature and altitude. The P320 ASP air pistol also shoots steel BBs in addition to pellets and is available in two colors – Black or Coyote Tan.

MSRP: $119.99

For more information on SIG SAUER airguns, visit www.sigsauerasp.com.

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O P Tactical Introduces War Department T-Shirt

January 3rd, 2017

Making War Great Again

O P Tactical figured since we were getting a real warrior as Secretary of Defense, they ought to celebrate the event by offering a War Department T-shirt, complete with the original logo. For those of you unfamiliar, the current Department of Defense (Initially named the National Military Establishment) was created 70 years ago in 1947, during the post-WW II reorganization of the National Defense Act. Before that, there was a War Department and a Navy Department.

www.optactical.com/optwaroft

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AstonishingStudios – Working LEGO Replica NERF Maverick REV-6 Blaster

January 2nd, 2017

Take a look at the video above, where YouTuber AstonishingStudios creates a replica of the NERF Maverick REV-6 Blaster, entirely of LEGO pieces. While that’s impressive enough, the resulting model not only actually fires, but fires real NERF foam darts.

You can check out more of AstonishingStudios’ work at www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-nTiduQso39qU-nwRLFnw

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Paper Airplane Gun PFM-A5

January 1st, 2017

It’s inventive, and it has ‘gun’ in its name, so I’m obligated to write about it. What it is, is the PFM-A5 paper airplane gun, a motorized gun which is capable of manufacturing and firing paper airplanes. It loads from a reward paper tray, and sports a fire rate of up to 120 planes/min.

Check out more of creator Papierfliegerei’s YouTube channel here.

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Happy New Year!

December 31st, 2016

Happy New Year to everybody!

Whoever you are, wherever you are, make the most of 2017!

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Bullet vs Prince Rupert’s Drop at 150,000 fps

December 30th, 2016

YouTube Channel ‘Smarter Every Day‘ made up a video testing whether a .22 bullet was capable of shattering a Prince Rupert’s Drop, and recorded it a 150,000 fps using a high-speed camera.

Spoiler: the drop breaks, but it’s more to do with the resulting vibration caused by the bullet hitting the drop rather than the actual impact from the bullet.

Interesting, ain’t it?

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Magahara – SAIUN Akitomo Redorca Ninja Knife

December 29th, 2016

This is a pretty sweet looking knife available from etsy seller Magahara. The blade is made of Shirogami #2 steel and features a parachute cord handle and a leather case. These knives are made-to-order.

www.etsy.com/listing/245355352/saiun-japanese-handmade-custom-knife

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Pelican – 70QT Cooler

December 28th, 2016

Pelican has produced a line of coolers built for heavy duty outdoor use, featuring durable latches, a freezer-grade seal, and the “toughest handles in the business”. Plus, the come complete with a lifetime guarantee. Pelican even put their cooler to the test by pitting it against several grizzly bears, which can be viewed below:

www.pelican.com/us/en/product/outdoor-heavy-duty-coolers/elite-cooler/cooler/70QT

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What Was Cut From Rogue One

December 27th, 2016

YouTube channel Looper goes over the various scenes from the recently-released Rogue One that appeared in the trailer, but were missing from the theatrical release due to the reported reshoot.

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Alien: Covenant Trailer

December 26th, 2016

This is how you make an Alien film, or at least a really good trailer for an Alien film.

Alien: Covenant drops May 19th, 2017.

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Merry Christmas!

December 25th, 2016

I hope you had a wonderful day and got what you wanted for Christmas!

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Tactical Santa

December 24th, 2016

Here’s to hoping Tactical Santa brings you all your most requested gat and tactical-related gifts this Christmas.

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Klecker Knives – Trigger Knife Kit

December 23rd, 2016

Klecker Knives has created what the call the ‘Trigger Knife Kit’. This kit allows buyers to piece together what is essentially a safety folding knife, making it a great teaching tool for knife safety.

As a bonus, it comes in a variety of colors, including Black, Blue, Green, Pink, and Zombie Green.

www.kleckerknives.com/trigger-knife-kit-black

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John Wick: Chapter 2 – Wick Goes Off

December 22nd, 2016

Another trailer with some new footage, including some more of that trademark, Wick-brand gunplay.

This is gonna be a great flick.

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True 42 Performance MTN DEW/LOST CAMO XD Cooler

December 21st, 2016

Let’s be blunt: there’s definitely some overlap between the demographic that consumes Mountain Dew soda, and the demographic that owns a fair bit of products covered in hunting camouflage. Still, it’s a bit surreal to see the MD logo plastered on Lost Camo XD pattern camouflage, even if that logo is also logically plastered on a cooler. Then again, this is the soda that had a licensing deal with Kryptek a while back.

www.dewoutfitter.com/true-42-performance-camo-cooler

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Gentle Giant Studios – Death Trooper Specialist PGM Classic Mini Bust

December 20th, 2016

If you’re a Gentle Giant Premier Guild member (which amounts to an $80/yr fee), then you can purchase one of these Death Trooper Specialist Classic Mini Busts. Made of hand-painted polyresin, this 1:6 scale bust depicts the Imperial Intelligence elite unit Death Trooper. More than anything else, though, I appreciate that the Death Trooper is wearing what appears to be some kind of chest rig.

www.gentlegiantltd.com/collectibles/star-wars/rogue-one-collection/death-trooper-specialist-pgm-classic-mini-bust

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Blade Runner 2049 Announcement Trailer

December 19th, 2016

In this action-packed sequel to the iconic film Blade Runner, the Driver finds himself transported far into the future, where he seeks the help of infamous galactic smuggler Han Solo to defeat the ever encroaching threat of the sentient smog and dust clouds that are poised to soon overtake the world.

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