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2A Armament Adds Palmetto State Armory
2A Armament has announced Palmetto State Armory as a new dealer partner. PSA has grown into a full service company represented by the website and five fully stocked retail locations in South Carolina.
Into the Fray: Shooting Someone in the Back?
Kevin Michalowski, the Executive Editor of Concealed Carry Magazine, examines the issue of "hits behind the lateral line" as it relates to self defense in this edition of "Into the Fray." If a defender fires on an attacker and there are hits behind an imaginary center line on the attacker's side, the report will be "shot in the back," an incendiary phrase that can be used by prosecutors and plaintiff's counsel. Kevin discusses explaining your actions.
New Aimpoint Marketing Team
Aimpoint has named two new members of their marketing team. Dory Schoby and Brittney Stalvey join Andrea Cerwinske, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development as key members of the Aimpoint marketing team.
TROY AK-47 Hand Guards in M-LOK and KeyMod
TROY is now shipping their KeyMod and M-LOK rail systems for AK-47. TROY's AK-47 extended hand guards come in two sizes and afford the shooter a longer gripping platform.
Head Down Joins with Conceal Pro
Head Down announced a partnership with Conceal-Pro, a provider of vehicle security solutions. Conceal-Pro offers quality vaults, trunk locking systems and vehicle security options using all steel materials in construction of their products.
Apex Announces 9mm Barrels For Smith & Wesson M&P Pistols
Apex Tactical Specialties, best known for their aftermarket upgrades for the Smith & Wesson M&P line of pistols, announced the upcoming release of their newest product, the Apex Grade 9mm Semi Drop-In and Gunsmith Fit Barrels for the M&P.
Perfect Practice with Crimson Trace
Teaching and training with laser-equipped firearms allows a number of lessons to be learned. In dry practice, watching the 'dot' during trigger manipulation can show movement of the gun. Learning the arc of movement, seeing the muzzle direction during the draw and reholstering -- there are a range of opportunities to learn through practice and instruction using Crimson Trace lasers.
Tactical Walls Announces New Tactical Lamp
TacticalWalls has announced the release of the Tactical Lamp - a discreet new home storage solution for firearms, every day carry items and other valuables.
Spirit of Blue Awards Safety Equipment Grant
The Spirit of Blue Foundation announced that it has awarded a Safety Equipment Grant to the Veazie (Maine) Police Department for the purchase of two AR-15 style rifles and essential accessories, valued at $3,713.30. The rifles were supplied by Maine rifle manufacturer Windham Weaponry and will initiate the creation of the VPD's patrol rifle program, a capability they do not currently have.
Hogue's Holiday Savings
Hogue Inc. is announcing their Holiday Savings season. The savings start on Black Friday and will run until December 31, 2015. All orders purchased through the website or by phone will receive an automatic 10% discount.
Into the Fray: I Won't Change
There is nothing politically correct about self-defense. When you face physical attack, it's not a pretty thing. As to being correct, you have a legal, ethical and moral responsibility in application of force. As Kevin points out in "Into the Fray," we're not here to change our language in describing self-defense.
Nissan Renews as Official Press Room Sponsor of 2016 SHOT Show
The National Shooting Sports Foundation announced that global auto manufacturer Nissan will return for the third year in a row as the Official Sponsor of the 2016 SHOT Show Press Room. Nissan's North American headquarters is located in Franklin, Tennessee.
Doug Koenig Adds Custom Metal Products as New Sponsor
Doug Koenig adds Custom Metal Products, manufacturers of high performance AR500 Steel Shooting Targets as a new sponsor for 2016.
FBI Selects Aimpoint Micro Sights
Aimpoint has announced that the US Federal Bureau of Investigation is now issuing Aimpoint Micro Series Sights to agents in the Hostage Rescue Team and Defensive Systems Unit.
VZ KeyMod Grips
VZ Grips, maker of custom G10 gun grips, announced its newest product: the VZ KeyMod grips (KMG). The KMGs are attachable grip panels for your favorite KeyMod platform. They are precision machined in VZ's proprietary textures and G10 colors.
2A Armament Adds Wilshire Gun
2A Armament, the maker of precision AR15 rifles and accessories has announced that Wilshire Gun has joined its list of qualified retailers.Based in Oklahoma City, Wilshire Gun is a premier shooting facility, providing guests with first-class shooting range environments.
Liberty Introduces the Cosmic Suppressor
Liberty Suppressors announced the release of their latest silencer design, the Cosmic 45 caliber multipurpose silencer. With a core of stainless steel, a titanium tube, and weighing in at only 9.5 ounces, this silencer is light but built to handle even the toughest of pistol rounds.
DeSantis Offers Holsters for Glock 43 with Crimson Trace
DeSantis Gunhide, a division of HELGEN Industries Inc., introduces 2 holster fits for the Glock 43 with Crimson Trace Laser Guard, LG-443: the Mini-Scabbard and the Nemesis.
Wilson Combat's ELC Elite Damasteel Knife
The ELC Elite Damasteel is a limited edition of Wilson Combat's ELC Elite -- made with high performance stainless Damasteel and limited to 100 pieces. The ELC Elite is their highest performance version of our popular Extreme Lite Carry folder with upgraded steel, solid titanium frame lock and a stonewashed blade finish.
Pachmayr Slip-on Recoil Pads
Pachmayr's new slip-on recoil pad combines Pachmayr's patented Speed-Mount insert with the recoil control of the Decelerator internal design and material. The pad's material and design make installation easier than ever.