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Obama shooting a Browning Citori Shotgun

2013-02-02T16:02:00.001-08:00

President Barack Obama shoots clay targets on the range at Camp David, Md., Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012.

(Official White House Photo)

President Obama stated last week that he picked up shooting clay pigeons as a new hobby during stays at Camp David. As a result of his comments, this photo was released by the White House as many in the press remained skeptical after President Obama stated that he did it all the time.

In this photo, President Obama is discharging a shotgun and is wearing proper eye and hearing protection. He's sighting the shotgun properly and has decent form, so we can assume that he's had lessons or has been practicing.

On an email to the Washington Times, Travis Hall (CEO of Browning) identified the shotgun as a Browning Citori. He described it as possibly a Citori 625 Sporting Golden Clays, adjustable comb, left hand, in 12 gauge retailing for $4,799.

25,000 GLOCK 17 (Gen4) to be delivered to UK Military

2013-01-31T07:07:00.001-08:00

Model GLOCK 17 Gen 4 replaces previous choice, used for more than 40 years.
Today GLOCK, Inc. announced its contract award by the United Kingdom Armed Forces, to use the GLOCK 17 Gen4 pistol for its personnel. The Ministry of Defence (MOD) chose GLOCK to deliver 25,000 pistols by the end of March 2013. Troops deployed to Afghanistan will be among the first to use the new weapon.

Warrant Officer Class 1 Mark Anderson, Royal Marines, who conducted a trial of the new weapon before the contract was awarded, enthused, "Pistols are vital in close combat and are a key part of a soldier's armory. Reliable, light and easy to carry, the GLOCK inspires confidence and performs exceptionally well."

"After extensive and intense tests and evaluations, GLOCK is pleased to be selected by the MOD," stated Josh Dorsey, GLOCK Vice President. "The deciding factors were the GLOCK's higher magazine capacity, the superior accuracy, the ease of use and maintenance and the reliability. The GLOCK SAFE Action System also enables the pistol to spring into action faster."
The selection process for replacing the Ministry's previous guns was stringent. The trials for eight of the leading pistol manufacturers in 2011 consisted of a human factors integration test, nine months of scientific evaluation and a coinciding nine months of environmental trials under different climatic conditions. Ultimately, GLOCK proved the best fit for the MOD, and contracts were signed in 2012.

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Magpul MOE-K2 Grip, XTM Hand Stop, and XTM Panels

2013-01-15T21:19:00.000-08:00

Magpul Industries display at SHOT Show 2013 features the XTM Enhanced Rail Panels, XTM Hand Stop Kit, and the MOE-K2 grip on a Magpul AR lower receiver.

The XTM Enhanced Rail Panels are designed for improved grip and better protection for picatinny rails. And the XTM Hand Stop Kit is designed for a lightweight and low-profile for the ideal placement of the hand stop as well as index point.

The MOE-K2 grip is designed for a steeper grip angle and enhanced ergonomics and also provides storage and is compatible with the Magpul Grip Core. The grip has an aggressive texture and is designed for compact weapons such as PDW's (Personal Defense Weapons) with short length-of-pull.

DANIEL DEFENSE ISR (Integrally Suppressed Rifle) new for 2013

2013-01-15T19:11:00.000-08:00

New for 2013 is the new ISR (Integrally Suppressed Rifle). Chambered in .300 AAC Blackout with a permanently attached sound suppressor at the gas block. The gas block is of pistol length and is fitted to a 10.3 inch cold hammer forged barrel and a 5.7 inch suppressor.

The ISR is built on Daniel Defense's AR mil-spec upper and lower receivers. It comes standard with with mil-spec internal parts, mil-spec pistol grip, Magpul MOE stock, and 1 Magpul 30-round Magazine. The sample model was fitted with the Modular Float Rail 12.0 (MFR 12.0) with rail mounted DD fixed front sight and the A1.5 fixed rear sight.

Because the suppressor is permanently attached to the barrel, it's exceeds the minimum 16" OAL, making this a non-NFA rifle. The sound suppressor contains removable monolithic baffles for cleaning and maintenance. At 7.62 lbs it's designed as a lightweight and compact suppressed rifle.

Daniel Defense ISR will be available in April and will retail for $3,199.

Marines train with the new M27 IAR Infantry Automatic Rifle

2013-01-13T17:00:00.000-08:00

By LCpl Scott Whiting

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. - The United States Marine Corps explored many options to replace the currently employed M249 Squad Automatic Weapon, and found an upgrade with the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle. The IAR has been extensively tested by the Marine Corps since 2010. They examined the pros and cons of the rifle, and after confirming the benefits of issuing it, some battalions were recently outfitted with the weapon in Afghanistan.

Infantry Training Battalion - East also implemented training with the weapon in the last few months. Company D’s basic riflemen, who will use the weapon most with their job responsibilities, familiarized themselves with the IAR Jan. 9 aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.

“We went to the IAR because it is more precise when aiming, and it also has the ability to fire at a semi-automatic rate,” said Staff Sgt. Scott Bare, infantry course chief for ITB – East. “The SAW was fully automatic at all times, which can limit its uses. The simple change of it going from a light machine gun to an automatic rifle offers more mobility and maneuverability within a rifle squad.”

Switching from an approximately 17-pound light machine gun to an approximately 8-pound rifle will make moving with the weapon easier, since it weighs close to the same as a standard M16A4 rifle.

The option to fire the IAR as a semi-automatic will give riflemen the ability to engage farther targets with more accuracy than firing on fully automatic does.

The IAR uses a 30-round magazine, reloads and fires the same way an M16 does, but a big difference is the safety switch on both sides of the IAR. The M16 has a safety switch only on the left side of the rifle, beneficial only to right-handed shooters. The IAR also does not have a three-round burst option. Instead, Marines can switch between the semi-automatic and fully automatic rates of fire.

Even though the IAR is similar to the M16 on the outside, the inner-workings vary drastically. “There’s a lot of internal difference between the two,” said Bare. “As much as (the IAR) looks like an M16, the rifle itself has many changes to it. Once you actually break it down to the different parts and operating systems, you notice some distinct differences. The M16 itself uses gas tubes, and the IAR uses a short piston. The bolts and buffers are different as well. The (IAR) is truly meant for an individual to employ precise fire at a high volume when necessary.”

Bare said the goal is to eventually replace SAWs within squads and fire teams with the IAR, but the SAW is still a useful weapon in certain situations and still has a purpose overseas.

HK MR762A1 LRP (Long Rifle Package) New for 2013

2013-01-10T12:00:00.000-08:00

Taking an essentially standard MR762A1 (caliber 7.62 x 51 mm NATO) semi-automatic rifle, Heckler & Koch USA turns it into a more effective precision rifle by an astute addition of the right optics and accessories. A Leupold 3-9VX-R Patrol 3-9 x 40 mm scope and mount, HK G28 adjustable cheekpiece buttstock, and LaRue Tactical BRM-S bipod are the primary add-ons that make the MR762A1 Long Rifle Package (LRP) more than a sum of parts.

A semi-automatic rifle originally developed from the fully automatic HK417, the MR762A1 LRP employs the same HK proprietary gas piston operating system found on current HK rifles and carbines, using a "pusher" rod in place of the gas tube normally found in AR15/M16/M4-style firearms.

This method of operation virtually eliminates malfunctions that are common to direct impingement gas systems since hot carbon fouling and waste gases do not enter the receiver area. This is the same key feature critical to the success of the current generation of HK rifles used by leading military and law enforcement customers.

The MR762A1 LRP uses a barrel produced by Heckler & Koch's famous cold hammer forging process. The highest quality steel is used in this manufacturing

process, producing a long-life barrel that provides superior performance with minimal degradation of accuracy and muzzle velocity after prolonged use. The barrels are manufactured in Germany and finished in the USA.

The MR762A1 used in the "Long Rifle Package" is being produced with the same commitment to quality as German-made HK firearms. By using joint U.S./ German manufacturing, Heckler & Koch leverages the relative strengths of two continents to make the preeminent AR-type firearms, combining the design innovations of the USA and Germany into superior products.

Additional accessories and add-ons for the LRP variant of the MR762A1 include an ERGO Pistol Grip from Falcon Industries, the same Blue Force Gear sling used on the HK M27 IAR supplied to the USMC, and an OTIS cleaning kit. The rifle package, complete with one 20 and one 10-round magazine is shipped ready to use with the scope attached in a compact 42-inch Model 1720 Pelican case.

The MR762A1 LRP has all the features sought by civilian precision shooters as well as law enforcement organizations seeking a basic and lighter weight alternative to the HK G28 series of designated marksman rifles.

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HK45T (Tactical) New Pistol for 2013 by Heckler & Koch

2013-01-10T11:00:00.000-08:00

Originally developed for the U.S. military's next generation handgun competition, the new HK45 "Tactical" comes standard with a threaded barrel and three-dot tritium night sights.

With a choice of three frame colors (black, tan, or green), the full-size HK45 Tactical (HK45T) model uses an ergonomic grip design that includes changeable backstraps together with molded finger grooves for optimum shooting. And like all HK45 pistols (compact, full-size, Tactical models), they're made at HK's American manufacturing facility using American and German components.

The HK45 Tactical has a proprietary internal mechanical recoil reduction system that employs a flat recoil spring in tandem with a polymer bushing sleeve to reduce the recoil forces effecting the operator and the weapon, improving shooter control during rapid firing and prolonging component service life. An "O-ring" on the threaded barrel means better slide-to-barrel lockup and enhanced accuracy.

The HK45T can be converted to nine different kinds of trigger firing modes including HK's enhanced double action only "LEM" (Law Enforcement Modification) mode. The HK45T is well suited for military, law enforcement, security use, and civilian sport shooting.

Marines in Afghanistan on patrol with the M27 IAR

2012-03-14T11:06:00.000-07:00

Look for the Marine K9 handler @ 02:13, he's issued the H&K M27 IAR during a patrol

3/13/2012 U.S. Marines and Sailors with Alpha Company, 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion conduct a dismounted patrol through Sre Kala village. Alpha Co. Marines and Sailors conduct daily patrols to disrupt enemy activity and search for enemy weapons caches, clearing the area as Afghan national security forces prepare to take the lead in counter insurgency operations within Khan-Neshin district.

Squad Designated Marksmanship Training with the M14 EBR

2012-02-24T00:22:00.015-08:00

Pvt. 1st Class Nicholas Howerton with Bravo Company, 2nd Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, takes aim at his target during squad designated marksmanship training at Fort Bragg, N.C., Feb. 14. The 2/504th PIR, preparing for an upcoming deployment to Afghanistan, received training from members of the Army Reserve Marksmanship team on the Enhanced Battle Rifle.

By Timothy Hale, FORT BRAGG, N.C. – Soldiers with 2nd Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, based here, gathered on the bleachers and listened intently to the instructor.

“Were you able to see, through the scope mounted on your rifle, why we were telling you what to do?” asked Master Sgt. Norman Anderson, a member of the Army Reserve Marksmanship team.

“Hooah!” came the response from the soldiers.

“When you did the practice yourself, you were able to implement and have success. Yes or no?” he asked.

“Yes!” was the unanimous response from the group.

The question and answer session was a small part of the training for soldiers from the 2nd/504th PIR on the Enhanced Battle Rifle – an individual weapon system that will be used by the unit’s squad designated marksmen during their deployment to Afghanistan.

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The Army Reserve Marksmanship team was contacted by 2nd/504th PIR leadership to conduct squad designated marksmanship training on the EBR, according to Master Sgt. Richard R. Kalina II, who was in charge of the training event.

“Any time we have a chance to enhance the skill of the warfighter directly ... that’s a privilege,” Kalina said. “You can’t place a value on that type of experience.”

Kalina said that many of the trainers have been with the team for many years and have valuable experience to share.

“Being able to impart the knowledge that we have to our next generation, that is going to firmly implant on their minds,” he said. “In turn, when they make the option to either stay with the Army or go to the Army Reserve or National Guard, they’re going to think back to the training they have received right now and they’re going to do the same for the next generation.”

The EBR itself is not completely new but a modification of the M14 service rifle, said Staff Sgt. John Arcularius, the non-commissioned officer in charge of the Army Reserve Service Pistol Team.

“The best thing we can give them is confidence in their weapon’s ability to hit at those extended ranges we expect it to hit,” he said.

Arcularius said the training is broken down into five phases to include: position evaluation; dry fire; range estimation; elevation, windage and hold off-hold on; and field fire qualification.

“In the beginning of it, we are training them. As we progress, we are actually teaching them how to train themselves and how to sustain their training so when we go away they can still keep confidence and competence to keep a sustained force,” he said.

Staff Sgt. Joshua Tyree, a squad leader in 2nd Platoon, Alpha Company, 2nd/504th PIR, said the training was challenging but enjoyable.

They provided “very, very good teaching points,” Tyree said. “They really relate the training to how we are going to use it when we get down range.”

Tyree, who deployed to Iraq twice, said the training was definitely a confidence builder for him and his fellow airborne soldiers.

“Hands down, this is some of the best training I’ve had in the last couple of years,” he said.

The M40A3 and M40A5 Sniper Rifle in Thailand

2012-02-21T04:00:00.000-08:00

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2.16.2012 - Amphibious Reconnaissance and Scout Sniper Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit train combat marksmanship with Marines and Navy SEALS from the Republic of Korea and Royal Thai Marine special forces. Marines of the MEU's scout sniper platoon led a brief period of instruction before all parties fired at multiple targets ranging from 100 to 400 meters. All three nations fired the Marine Corps' M40A3 and M40A5 sniper rifles.

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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Bradley Blankenship, a scout sniper assigned to the Battalion Landing Team Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), sights in his rifle during scout sniper training with Royal Thai Marines and Republic of Korea Marines and Navy SEAL's at Recon Camp, Kingdom of Thailand, Feb. 16, 2012.. The training was part of Cobra Gold 2012, a multilateral training exercise. CG 2012 demonstrates the resolve of the U.S. and participating nations to increase interoperability and promote security and peace throughout the Asia-Pacific region. The 31st MEU is the U.S.'s expeditionary force in readiness in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by LCpl. Patrick J. McMahon/Released)

Republic of Korea Marine Corps GySgt. Jung Chan Uk, sits behind a U.S. Marine Corps M40A5 sniper rifle during sniper training led by U.S. Marines Scout Snipers.
(U.S. Marine Corps photo by LCpl. Patrick J. McMahon/Released)

Royal Thai Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Praman Keawsajunnee part of the Royal Thai King's Guard, works with U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Bradley Blankenship a scout sniper assigned to the Battalion Landing Team Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) on the proper shooting method during scout sniper training

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by LCpl. Patrick J. McMahon/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Corporal Bradley Blankenship, a scout sniper assigned to Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) uses Corporal Emmanuel Velayo, a fellow scout sniper, as a makeshift support during scout sniper training.
(U.S. Marine Corps photo by LCpl. Patrick J. McMahon/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl.l Micah Crowell, a scout sniper assigned to the Battalion Landing Team Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), sights in his rifle during scout sniper training.
(U.S. Marine Corps photo by LCpl. Patrick J. McMahon/Released)

Slide Fire Solutions adds new AK47 Slide Stock

2012-02-20T14:59:00.000-08:00

By R. Oak - With the success of the AR15 Slide Stock, the folks at Slide Fire Solutions have been busy not just fulfilling the demand for it but also developing stocks for other types of rifles. And for 2012 they are out with the SSAK-47 XRS. This slide stock operate the same way as the SSAR-15, but is made for the AK47/AK74 semi-auto rifles.

The SSAK-47 XRS will fit stamped receivers only. It will not fit any milled receivers or any variants with underfolders stocks (For additional information regarding specific models, please contact Slide Fire Solutions). Construction of the stock is made of glass filled nylon, which is similar to the AR15A2/M16A2 rifle stock and is lightweight, durable and tough. But if anyone has any concerns about it, Slide Fire Solutions offers a lifetime warranty.

Installation is simple: remove the pistol grip and replace it with an interface block. Next, remove the stock and replace it with the slide stock. And you are done! The SSAK-47 XRS has 2 settings, semi-auto and bump fire. In semi-auto mode the stock is locked into position by a knob underneath the stock. When ready to bump fire, the stock is unlocked so that it can slide back and forth.

It's the sliding action that makes for effective bump fire as the trigger finger does not move, instead the supporting hand does the firing by pushing the rifle forward, then recoil and the sliding completes a cycle. Hence, the supporting hand becomes the "trigger". If you've never bump fire before it may sound counter-intuitive, as we're used to pulling the trigger, but this stuff definitely works! (Click here to watch a field demonstration on the slide stock).

Shooting impressions
I was actually looking forward to shooting the slide stock on the AK47 as it is a larger caliber. And when I did, well, I wasn't disappointed! It's got more recoil and it's just plain fun to shoot and of course a lot more difficult to hit a target. But with some practice one can improve on. The only problem, I encountered were a couple of failures to feed due to a bad magazine. My 2nd magazine fed without any issues.

The SSAK-47 XRS is definitely not a gimmick and functions as advertised. It may take a magazine or two to get used, but most will be able to bump fire in no time. If anybody wants to experience a safe and fun way to bump fire, the SSAK-47 XRS fits the bill.

SSAR-15 SBS Specifications:
- Available in Right and Left Hand Models
- Constructed of Premium Reinforced High Strength Polymer
- Compatible with most AK47/AK74 with stamped receiver. Will not fit milled receivers
- Color: Black
- Made in the U.S.A.
- MSRP $299.95

Includes: SSAK-4 XRS, Interface Block, Nut Retainer, Hex Key, Mounting Hardware, and Instructions.

For more info, visit www.slidefire.com

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101st Airborne is Issued the M26 Shotgun

2012-02-17T17:58:00.000-08:00

By Sgt. Joe Padula
2nd BCT PAO

FORT CAMPBELL, KY – It weighs 3.5 pounds, has a barrel length of 7.75 inches, fires 12-gauge shells and can be mounted on the M4 carbine or act as a stand-alone firearm; it is the M26 Modular Accessory Shotgun System and the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) is the first unit in the Army to be issued the combat enhancer.

“This is a new capability that is now in your hands for you to conduct your mission downrange,” said Col. Scott C. Armstrong, with Project Manager Soldier Weapons, during a presentation ceremony held at Fort Campbell’s Strike Academy, Feb. 7. “This is a big day, not just for the 2nd Brigade, but for the Army.”

Picatinny Arsenal-based PMSW is a group that supports Soldiers through the development, production, fielding and sustainment of current and future weapons systems. PMSW fielded the M26 MASS to the 2nd BCT, also known as the Strike Brigade due to the unit’s profile and future deployment schedule.

“We’re glad to be the first unit to put this weapon to work and there is an appreciation for all that goes into this,” said Col. Dan Walrath, the Strike commander, while holding the new Strike Shotgun.
After the ‘hand-over’ ceremony, the weapons were issued to Strike’s engineer company, Company A, 2nd Brigade Special Troops Battalion and Strike’s military police with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd BSTB. For three days, under the guidance of PMSW, the Strike Soldiers learned how to assemble, maintain, repair and effectively fire their new weapons.

“From the classroom instruction to employing the techniques taught at the M26 live-fire range, I was very impressed with the professionalism, motivation and skill of the Soldiers present,” said Maj. Vinson Morris, assistant product manager. “I have no doubt the 2nd Brigade Soldiers will seamlessly incorporate this new weapon into their current missions while benefiting from the weapon’s light weight and exceptional reliability.”
The Strike Soldiers who received and shot the weapons are welcoming to the new firearm into their arsenal, and see how its capabilities will help their missions.

“I can see this being very effective with the engineers for breaching and with the military police, especially since you can shoot ammunition that is non lethal,” said Sgt. Rhys McMahon, a combat engineer with Company A. “So far this is an amazing weapon; I’ve shot about 75 rounds and it works magnificently. This would have helped us out quite a few times when we were in Afghanistan.”

The Strike MP’s first sergeant, 1st Sgt. David Ward, is honored to have his teams utilize the new weapon system and attributes it partly to their accomplishments achieved in Operation Enduring Freedom 10-11.
“Since I have the brigade MP platoon in my company, I feel the initial deployment of these weapons to Strike is a testament to the service the Strike Soldiers have always exemplified, but most specifically in our last deployment into Afghanistan,” said Ward, talking about the brigade’s engineers and MPs. “Both of these elements of the brigade did some outstanding work in Afghanistan and it is nice to see them be the first to field the latest and greatest systems.”

PMSW has invested much time, money and manpower getting the future weapon into the hands of today’s Soldiers and can rest easy knowing those hands belong to Strike.

Slide Fire Solutions adds 2nd model for the AR15/M4 rifle: SSAR-15 SBS

2012-02-13T04:42:00.000-08:00

Ken with Slide Fire Solutions demonstrates the use of the AR15 fitted with the SSAR-15 SBS stock, followed by a shooter who never fired it before

(By R. Oak) - The Slide Stock that Slide Fire Solutions introduced just recently, has been such a hit, that it has become a must have item. The stock is designed to allow for rapid fire (bump fire) without any modifications to the internal parts such as the trigger, sear, and/or bolt carrier that typically needs to be converted. So the rifle stays a semi-automatic, which is less restrictive than NFA firearms, not to mention the costs and red tape associated with owning one. And it's even available in California! Slide Fire Solutions currently has 2 distributors there.

The mechanics of the stock is simple "bump fire" concept. That is, the trigger finger does not move, instead the rifle moves around the trigger. So, imagine the stock resting on the shoulder and the shooting finger on the trigger, then when ready to shoot the support hand pushes the rifle forward. The pushing will cause the rifle to shoot a round. To fire continuously, keep applying forward pressure on the forearm. So, the pushing action along with the recoil will help keep the momentum and next thing you know you're be bump firing. If you've never bump fired successfully it sounds awkward, but it's not. Most shooters including those who'd never handled a firearms before will get the hang of it by the time they are on their second magazine!
For 2012, Slide Fire Solutions adds a second model for the AR15/M4 style rifles. Designed to look more like a tactical stock, the SSAR-15 SBS (Standard Battle Stock) retains the same functionality as the original stock SSAR-15 OGR. Both models are available for either right and left handed shooters and fits Carbine/M4 style buffer tubes only. Tools and instructions are included and installation is as simple as changing the rifle stock and pistol grip.

Shooting impressions
Ken, a Slide Fire Solutions rep at the SHOT Show Media Day, handed me an AR15 with a funny looking stock and explained how to operate it. After a brief class, I took it for a test drive. The rifle did what was advertised and it burped 4-5 rounds. The next burst came naturally and by the time I was done with the first mag, it left me with a positive impression. Next, it was time for a second mag. I slid the stock tighter on my shoulders, leaned forward, and got my sight picture. Then I let go for a bit longer, perhaps with a 10 round burp. Recoil was controllable and there was barely any muzzle rise. To my surprise, I also got quite a bit of hits on the steel target. Then, I went back to 5-6 round burps until it went empty. So, what do I think? I think ammo companies should subsidize the cost of it and hand it out for free to all law abiding Americans, they'll probably make up the cost in 1 shooting session! But seriously, this thing works as intended and will leave you with a big smile that'll last for a long time.

SSAR-15 SBS Specifications:
- Available in Right and Left Hand Models
- Constructed of Premium Reinforced High Strength Polymer
- Compatible with Mil-Spec and Commercial Buffer Tubes
- Color: Black
- Made in the U.S.A.
- MSRP $369

Includes: SSAR-15 SBS, Interface Block, Hex Key, Instructions and BATFE Approval Letter.

For more info, visit www.slidefire.com

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Exclusive “Statue of Liberty” GLOCK Auctioned Off

2012-02-07T18:43:00.000-08:00

(GLOCK Press Release)
Official 2012 SHOT Show Auction Handgun Sells for More Than $15,000

Smyrna, GA (February 2, 2012) - GLOCK, Inc. has announced its highest bidder for the “GLOCK Statue of Liberty Gun,” the one-of-a-kind, hand-engraved GLOCK 22, which served as the official Handgun for the 2012 SHOT Show Auction. The gun sold to Alexander Wilson for $15,025, which will benefit programs to further America’s hunting and shooting sports heritage.

The exclusive GLOCK features an intricate, hand-engraved tribute to the United States and the Statue of Liberty. This theme was selected to recognize GLOCK’s 25th Anniversary in the United States, which coincides with the 125th Anniversary of the Statue of Liberty.

“In celebration of GLOCK’s 25 years in the United States, Mr. GLOCK wanted to recognize the customers who have helped the company achieve such a milestone,” stated GLOCK Vice President Gary Fletcher. “This one-of-a-kind piece demonstrates GLOCK’s dedication to its advocates.”

In addition to ownership of the exclusive GLOCK pistol, Alexander Wilson, winner of the 2012 SHOT Show handgun, will also receive a signed drawing of the original GLOCK pistol.

The GLOCK was up for auction from Dec. 14-Jan.20 on GunBroker.com, the world’s largest internet auction site for sporting firearms and related equipment, official auction site of the National Sport Shooting Foundation (NSSF) and promotional partner of the Hunting Heritage Trust. This year, 50,382 GunBroker users viewed the 2012 Shot Show Handgun on the popular internet auction site. As in recent years, bidding for the SHOT Show auction items took place exclusively on GunBroker.com.

About GLOCK, Inc.
GLOCK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of pistols and accessories. GLOCK's superior engineering has produced a pistol with only 34 parts and a rugged polymer-frame, providing industry-leading reliability shot after shot. GLOCK is renowned for its pistols which are safe, featuring three safeties; simple, offering a low number of components to provide reliability; and fast, with no encumbering parts to slow the speed to fire. This combination makes GLOCK pistols the first choice among consumers and law enforcement, with 65% of agencies nationwide choosing to carry GLOCK. Austrian-engineered, the company has manufacturing facilities in the United States and Austria. Based in Smyrna, Ga., GLOCK, Inc. is an advocate for our nation's law enforcement and military personnel, as well as all citizens' Second Amendment right to bear arms. For more information, please visit www.teamglock.com.

FN F2000 Bullpup Assault Rifles with Peruvian Marines

2012-02-07T07:11:00.000-08:00

(Photos by Sgt. 1st Class Alan Owens 1/30/2012)

Peruvian Marines with Batalion de Infanteria de Marina No.1 conduct basic rifle marksmanship training during HSV-Southern Partnership Station 2012. Their training is led by U.S. Marines assigned to the Marine Corps Detachment from High Speed Vessel Swift.

These Peruvian Marines are equipped with the FN F2000. The F2000 is manufactured by FN Herstal of Belgium and has been in production since 2001 which makes it relatively new. It is a bullpup configured assault rifle designed to be compact compared to traditional rifles. The F2000 the Peruvian Marines are using is equipped with the standard 1.6x scope.

Specifications

Caliber 5.56x45mm NATO

Operating principle Gas operated, rotating bolt

Length ready to fire 690mm (27.16")

Weight (empty magazine) 3.8 kg (8.38 lb)

Barrel type Standard

Barrel length 400mm (15.75")

Buttstock type N/A

Design type Bullpup

Ejection Forwards

Firing mode Single shot, automatic

Magazine capacity 30 rounds

Magazine type Improved M16 type

Muzzle velocity 900 m/s (2.953 fps)

Rate of fire 850 RPM

Safety Manual safety, drop safety, locking safety

Sighting system 1.6x optical

Handguard types available Standard, Grenade Launcher

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Afghan soldiers train with the best: Marine Scout Snipers

2012-02-04T07:20:00.000-08:00

Afghan National Army Soldiers with 1st Kandak, 1st Brigade, 215th Corps, pose for a class photo after completing the ANA designated marksman course here, Jan. 25. U.S. Marine Corps scout snipers with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment conducted the course to share their marksmanship expertise with their ANA counterparts. The course was the first of its kind in southern Helmand province.

Story & photos by Cpl. Johnny Merkley - FORWARD OPERATING BASE GERONIMO, Helmand province, Afghanistan – Afghan National Army soldiers with 1st Kandak, 1st Brigade, 215th Corps participated in a designated marksman course here, Jan. 21-25.

U.S. Marine Corps scout snipers with 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, conducted the course to share their marksmanship expertise with their ANA counterparts.

“The purpose of the training was to familiarize the ANA with the weapons systems they had in their inventory,” said Master Sgt. Joe Caspole, the 2/6 assistant operations chief and lead instructor for the designated marksman course. “Overall we trained the soldiers in the basic fundamentals and the application of the M-24 weapon system so they can use it in the future when they have a need for designated marksman.

The weapons systems used by the ANA marksmen are U.S. Army M-24 sniper rifles with tactical Leupold scope attachments. The Afghan designated marksmen use this Army sniper rifle in place of the custom M40A5 sniper rifle used by Marine scout snipers.

The 1st Kandak leadership requested a select number of their soldiers receive training on the M-24 sniper rifles after seeing the marksmanship expertise of Marine scout snipers with 2/6.

“After the request came down I developed a five day course to give them the basic fundamentals,” said Caspole, a native of Columbus, Ohio. “Other than this class of ANA students, I haven’t heard of this kind of training being offered to any other ANA units.”
During the course, the ANA students learned skills such as land navigation, basic marksmanship techniques, familiarization and utilization of the Leupold scope and many other aspects key to designated marksman training.

“I learned a lot from this course, it was challenging but rewarding in the end,” said Amirkhan Mir, an ANA soldier with 3rd Tolay (company), 1/1/215. “I’ve loved weapons since I was a little boy, being able to train with the Marines and do what I loved was an experience I will never forget.”

With the training these ANA students received during the course, they can utilize and pass the knowledge on to other soldiers within their unit. Although 2/6 will be unable to offer the designated marksman training in the near future, the battalion’s leadership strongly encouraged the soldiers who completed the course to maintain their newly acquired skills and techniques.

“We’ve advised them to go back to their units and continue to maintain the skills they’ve learned during the course,” said Caspole. “This training can be very useful to them if they continue to practice and become more proficient.”

While the five-day training course may seem brief when compared to the three week school of Marine Corps designated marksmen, the ANA students were still appreciative of the training opportunity and are anxious to utilize their new skill sets.

“I am very thankful for this opportunity to train alongside the U.S. Marines,” said Mir. “I am extremely confident in my abilities and I believe I can be very useful to my unit with the new skills they have taught me.”

Editor’s note: Second Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, is currently assigned to Regimental Combat Team 5, 2nd Marine Division (Forward), which heads Task Force Leatherneck. The task force serves as the ground combat element of Regional Command (Southwest) and works in partnership with the Afghanistan National Security Forces and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan to conduct counterinsurgency operations. The unit is dedicated to securing the Afghan people, defeating insurgent forces, and enabling the ANSF assumption of security responsibilities within its operations in order to support the expansion of stability, development and legitimate governance.

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iPhone 4/4s Night Vision Adaptor by US Night Vision and new colors for their PVS-14

2012-01-27T21:12:00.000-08:00

For 2012, US NightVision added colors to their PVS-14 line of night-vision systems. They call it "NightCoat PVS-14". It is the same as their standard AN/PVS-14A Auto-Gated model with Generation III image tubes (Auto-Gated refers to the auto gain control that controls the amount of light going through it, so that if there is a flashlight or any other source of light aimed at the device it will moderate it to not only protect the user but also to prevent the image tube from deteriorating). It's offered in various color schemes and available now for $3,895.00

The iPhone 4, 4S has an amazing camera that shoots hi-res stills and HD videos, so it was a matter of time before someone would integrate a night vision device to it. Well, US NightVision has a new adaptor that marries the PVS-14 to it. It is designed to align the back of the camera to the PVS-14, and it is sturdy and tight enough that it can be held by one hand. According to Steve Gibbons, US NightVision rep, it is perfect for surveillance applications where there's a need to send the footage or picture right away via the iPhone. It's also very convenient as the whole system is small enough to operate with one hand and without the need for bulky or complex attachments on a more traditional camera set up. Pricing on the iPhone adaptor is to be announced at a later time.

For more information on these products go to: www.usnightvision.com

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SHOT Show 2012 Preview: K-VAR

2012-01-14T17:02:00.000-08:00

K-VAR’s 4 big announcements:

1. K-VAR announces the first ever Krink AK Pistol available in the United States!

This Arsenal Bulgaria 5.56 NATO caliber Pistol has never been in the US before and will be on display at K-VAR’s booth.

2. K-VAR now has the VEPR available for distribution

The VEPR comes from the famous Molot factory in Russia and will be available in multiple calibers and in three Styles, The VEPR, The Super VEPR and the Pioneer VEPR. These high quality and accuracy of these rifles are well known.

3. Zastava Rifles and Pistols are now at K-VAR

Zastava of Serbia has a 160 year history and are famous for the manufacture of the Mauser Bolt action rifle. K-VAR now carries the hunting rifles based on the Mauser bolt action. We have 29 different styles and calibers ranging from .22 caliber all the way up to the “big boy” 458 caliber. We also carry 4 Zastava Pistols

4. K-VAR is now provides the largest assortment of AK style rifles in the United States!!

AK rifles from Arsenal of Bulgaria, Saiga rifles from Izhmash of Russia, VEPR from Molot of Russia and Arsenal Inc with rifles made right here In Las Vegas gives K-VAR the bragging rights for the largest assortment you can fine of high quality, factory warrantied AK rifles.

SHOT Show 2012 Preview: Colt Firearms

2012-01-14T16:55:00.001-08:00

Colt will be debuting several new handguns:

- The new Frontier Single Action Army revolver with a 7.5-inch barrel.

- Colt's newest high performing pocket pistol, the .380 Mustang Pocketlite

- The Gold Cup National Match will also debut as an addition to Colt's standard-setting Gold Cup competition series pistols.

- Finally, Colt will be showcasing two 1911 pistols from the Colt Custom Shop, a Special Combat Government and a Special Combat Officer's Model.

Colt will have several new rifles available:

- The highly anticipated multi-caliber LE901-16S, chambered for both .308 Win and .223 Rem.

- The LE6920SOCOM, the closest rifle civilians can get to what Colt currently packages for the U.S. Military.

- The LE6940P, advanced piston operated carbine.

- Colt's tried-and-true 6920, outfitted with Magpul furniture.

Well. it looks like Colt has been busy with new firearms, so check back after the SHOT Show as we'll post videos and photos of our coverage.

SHOT Show 2012 Preview: EOTECH

2012-01-14T03:08:00.000-08:00

Never before seen Zombie Stopper Holographic Weapon Sight. Kills em' Dead

First ever Integrated Fore-end Light fits the Mossberg 500 & 590 and the Remington 870!

Incredible New Holographic Hybrid Sight Kit as seen in MW3

www.eotech-inc.com

SHOT Show 2012 Preview: Heckler and Koch M27 IAR, G28 Marksman Rifle, MR556A1, MR762A1, HK45 CT

2012-01-13T09:50:00.000-08:00

H&K Press Release

USMC Awards Infantry Automatic Rifle Contract to HK

Heckler & Koch was awarded a competitive contract to produce the U.S. Marine Corps' new Infantry Automatic Rifle (IAR). The formal "Full Rate Production" announcement by the Marines caps a competition that began more than three years ago.

Designated the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle, the lightweight, 11.62 pounds weapon with ancillary equipment, is a variant of the highly successful Heckler & Koch HK416 used by military, law enforcement, and special operations units in the U.S. and throughout the world.

The M27 IAR replaces the heavier, M249 SAW (Squad Automatic Weapon) which has been used by the Marines in Infantry Squads since the mid-1980s in the automatic rifle role. Both weapons fire the 5.56 mm NATO cartridge.

The five-year, indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract calls for possible delivery orders up to $23,600,000 for the production, delivery, and associated support of the Marines' Infantry Automatic Rifle program.

The Marine Corps approved the full rate production and fielding of the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle during the summer of 2011. There will be one M27 IAR per four-man fire team, with three M27 IARs per squad, 28 per company and more than 4,000 across the entire Marine Corps.

"After a rigorous testing process, both in garrison and deployed environments, and in-depth consultation with weapons experts through the Corps, the commandant approved the fielding of the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle," said Marine spokesman Major Joseph Plenzler in a press statement in June.

"The fielding of the IAR will significantly enhance the ability of our infantrymen to gain and maintain fire superiority, reduce their fighting load and provide them a more ergonomic and accurate weapons system that can keep up during the assault."

"Winning the Marine's IAR competition is another milestone for our HK416," said Wayne Weber, President of Heckler & Koch USA.

"Developed at no cost to the U.S. taxpayer and with U.S. military input in the aftermath of the September 11th attacks on America, the HK416 competed against-and beat many worthy challengers. This contract award is a direct testament to the superior performance of the HK416 and it is an honor for Heckler & Koch to equip the Marines with such a fine rifle."

MR762A1

Heckler & Koch's long anticipated MR762A1 rifle (in caliber 7.62 x 51 mm) debuts at SHOT Show 2012, joining the 5.56 mm model (MR556A1) released in 2011. The new MR762A1 rifle is inspired and influenced by recent Heckler & Koch piston driven rifles, including the new HK G28 designated marksman rifle developed for the German military.

A semi-automatic rifle originally developed from the fully automatic HK417, the MR762A1 uses the same HK proprietary gas piston operating system found on current HK rifles and carbines, using a "pusher" rod in place of the gas tube normally found in AR15/M16/M4-style firearms. This method of operation virtually eliminates malfunctions that are common to direct impingement gas systems since hot carbon fouling and waste gases do not enter the receiver area. This is the same key feature critical to the success of the HK416/HK417 rifles used by leading military and law enforcement customers.

The MR762A1 uses many of the same assemblies and accessories that originated on the HK417 including the HK free-floating four-quadrant rail system. This handguard system allows all current accessories, sights, lights, and aimers used on M4/M16-type weapons to be fitted to the MR Series.

The HK rail system can be installed and removed without tools and returns to zero when reinstalled. Like their HK military counterparts, the MR (for Match Rifle) series rifles use barrels produced by Heckler & Koch's famous cold hammer forging process. The highest quality steel is used in this manufacturing process, producing a long-life barrel that provides superior performance with minimal degradation of accuracy and muzzle velocity after prolonged use.

The barrels are manufactured in Germany and finished in the USA. MR762A1 rifles are produced in the USA from a combination of American and German-made components. Suggested retail price on the MR762A1 is $3,995.

HK45 Compact Tactical

The HK45 Compact Tactical builds on the tough, military lineage of the Heckler & Koch HK45 series of handguns to devise the ultimate operator's pistol. The HK45 pistol series (compact and full-size models) were chosen as the first firearms made at HK's American manufacturing facility so it is only fitting that a modified variant would be adopted as the new pistol of a major U.S. special operations unit.

The HK45 Compact Tactical (CT) is the closest a civilian can get to that military pistol. The HK45 CT comes standard with a threaded barrel, 10-round magazine with extended floorplate, and replaceable grip panels to adjust the feel and grip circumference of the pistol to suit individual hand size and shooting preferences.

The HK45 pistol series were originally developed as candidates for the U.S. military's next generation handgun competition so there is little wonder that the HK45 CT is so well-suited for military, law enforcement, and security use. An HK proprietary internal mechanical recoil reduction system reduces the recoil forces effecting the weapon and shooter by as much as 30%, improving shooter control during rapid firing and prolonging component service life. An "O-ring" barrel means better slide-to-barrel lockup and enhanced accuracy.

The HK45 Compact Tactical uses all HK45 magazines, from 10-rounders to the smaller 8-round magazine. A Picatinny MIL-STD-1913 rail for mounting lights and accessories is molded into the polymer frame of the HK45 Compact Tactical.

The HK45CT can also be converted to nine different kinds of trigger firing modes including HK's enhanced double action only "LEM" (Law Enforcement Modification) mode and the "decock only" mode found on its special operations counterpart. Suggested retail price ranges from $1,392 to $1,461 (depending on trigger firing mode selected).

MR556A1 Upper Receiver Kit

The MR556A1 Upper Receiver Kit allows high quality AR-style rifles to be retrofitted to HK's famous pusher rod operating system. An MR556A1 Upper Receiver Kit includes a complete barrel assembly, HK Free Floating Rail System handguard, complete bolt carrier assembly, HK buffer, and HK buffer spring.

The same operating system is used in the combat-proven 5.56 mm HK416 as well as the G36, XM8, HK417, and a variety of other Heckler & Koch arms. The Upper Receiver Kit is designed to be fully interchangeable with all high quality AR-style firearms that use retractable buttstocks and MIL-SPEC buffer tubes. Installation is accomplished by inserting the HK buffer and buffer spring and attaching the HK upper to an AR lower receiver using the standard takedown pins.

The Upper Receiver Kit is the core of the HK 5.56 mm proprietary gas piston operating system. It employs a piston and a solid operating "pusher" rod in place of the gas tube normally found in AR15/M16/M4-style firearms. The HK piston driven operating system virtually eliminates malfunctions that are common to the direct gas impingement system since hot carbon fouling and waste gases do not enter the receiver area. This is the same key feature critical to the success of the HK416 rifles used by leading military and law enforcement customers.

Like the MR556A1 rifle, the Upper Receiver Kit is made in the USA using German and American made components. The MR556A1 Upper Receiver Kit is classified as a part and can be purchased without a Federal Firearms License ( FFL). Suggested Retail Price is $2,195.

G28 Marksman Rifles

The G28 is the new designated marksman rifle for the German army. Based on the MR308 civilian competition rifle (the European variant of the new MR762A1), the G28 uses the HK417 "envelope" as its design foundation but with several significant differences.

The G28 employs a steel upper receiver, is semi-automatic only, and has a new, high-precision Picatinny-type rail handguard. A new two-stage gas regulator is designed for both suppressed and unsuppressed use. The G28 is equipped with a free-floating, chromed-lined barrel manufactured using HK's legendary cold-hammer forging technology.

Despite its differences from the HK417, the G28 still retains approximately 75% parts compatibility with HK417 models. Available in Standard Configuration and Patrol Configuration (3.5 lb/1.6 kg lighter with a shorter handguard and less powerful 1-8x scope), both G28 variants come standard with adjustable buttstocks. The Standard Configuration buttstock has a movable cheekpiece. Both G28 configurations and special low IR observable green/brown (RAL8000) color finish.

Lighter and shorter conversion kits will also be available to suit different missions and scenarios.

Standard and recommended accessories include Schmidt & Bender telescopic sights (3-20x50 or 1-8x24), red dot sight (Aimpoint Micro T1), a laser light module (Rheinmetall Soldier Electronics LLM01-RAL8000), night sight (Qioptiq Merlin LR), a thermal sight (Insight CNVD-T35), and laser range finders (Jenoptik HLR15 or Vectronix PLRF15). A special Peli (Pelican) transportation case and noiseless carrying sling is also available.

Notable performance features include warranted and repeatable accuracy of 1.5 MOA, high first round hit probability on chest size targets up to 600 meters, and precise suppression fire against man-size targets up to 800 meters.

Currently in operational use in Afghanistan, the G28 is designated as a military/law enforcement firearm and is not available for civilian/commercial sales. Interested agencies should contact HK staff for pricing and availability.

SHOT Show 2012 Preview: Armscor

2012-01-13T09:27:00.000-08:00

Armscor sent us this promo video:

SHOT Show 2012 Preview: Glock, Armalite, Sigarms, and Sar Arms

2012-01-13T09:17:00.000-08:00

by R.Oak

Well, it's a new year and that means the SHOT Show is around the corner. As the show nears, I've been receiving updates from vendors and manufacturers.

*Glock will be introducing 3 new models to the Gen4 family: G21, G32, G34 Gen4.

*Armalite will feature their mid-length version of the M-15 SPR Mod 1 carbine in 6.8SPC II and 7.62x39mm

*Sigarms will showcase their brand new ACP or Adaptive Carbine Platform.

And the all new P-224

SHOT Show 2012 Preview

2012-01-12T09:19:00.000-08:00

MICOR^® Defense, Inc.

Press Release

The Leader 50 BMG™ sniper rifle will be on display at the 2012 SHOT Show in the MICOR® Defense Booth #8611 in the Law Enforcement area of the show (Level 1). MICOR® Defense will hold a press conference on Thursday, January 19 in the SHOT Show press conference room. Additionally, representatives from MICOR® will be available in the MICOR® Defense Booth #8611 to answer any media inquiries. Media interviews will be scheduled during SHOT Show on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, including high res photographs, or to schedule media interviews at SHOT Show or after the show, contact Dave Ponegalek at dave@micorind.com.

New Leader 50 BMG Rifle Manufactured by MICOR^®Defense Receiving Rave Reviews For Innovative Design

Decatur, AL- January 12, 2012 - MICOR^® Defense will unveil the new Leader 50 BMG™ sniper rifle at the upcoming 2012 SHOT Show in Las Vegas. The Leader 50 BMG™ sniper rifle, manufactured by MICOR^® Defense, Inc., is being hailed as "potentially one of the most important developments in .50 BMG rifles in over 29 years," according to David Crane of Defense Review.

Designed by Charles St. George of Leader Propulsion, the Leader 50 BMG™ is significantly more compact and lightweight than other .50 BMG products currently on the market measuring just 39" long with a 24" barrel and weighing approximately 17 pounds dry/empty. This smaller size provides the versatility for the rifle to be discharged from positions other than prone unlike other weapons in this caliber currently on the market. Its gas operated action and ten round magazine allows for multiple shots on rapidly moving targets while minimizing muzzle climb and generating less recoil than a M1 Garand semi-auto .30-06 Springfield battle rifle.

In addition to the custom machined products like the Leader 50 BMG™ that MICOR^®Industries manufactures for the defense and related industries, MICOR^® Defense also manufactures a line of flash suppressors and a .50 barrel. These products are distributed online at www.MICORdefense.com. The MICOR^® flash suppressors reduce muzzle flash and climb and can be used with U.S. military blank firing adapters or silencers. This revolutionary flash suppressor technology has been fully integrated into the patent-pending MICOR^® M2HB .50 barrel designed for the M2 machine gun.

About MICOR^®

MICOR^® is an ISO 9001:2008 and AS9100 certified company providing global contract manufacturing and integration services for various industries, including aerospace, defense, oil field, and subsea. The company's MICOR^® Industries division uses state-of-the-art equipment for laser marking, CNC precision machining, fabrication, E.D.M., welding, finishing, and honing. MICOR^® Defense products include weapons and accessories developed for use by the general public, as well as custom products created for defense and related industries. MICOR^® is a prime contractor for the Department of Defense, as well as a subcontractor to several large prime government contracts. More information about MICOR^® can be found at www.MICORind.com andwww.MICORDefense.com.

Pictured (L to R): Leader 50 BMG^™ Designer Charles St. George and MICOR^® Defense President Mike Heath

U.S. Air Force New Rifle Qualification Course

2011-12-26T15:48:00.000-08:00

The Air Force has developed a new rifle qualification course. Airman First Class Jaye Legate explains how the course has changed, and how it's affecting the airmen at Mountain Home Air Force Base.