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Crimson Trace Taps Petterson as Engineering Director
Crimson Trace has tapped Eric Petterson as the company's new Director of Engineering. He will lead the company's engineering department in increasing new product output to consumers, OEM partners, and the military /defense customer segments.
AAR Exposes Bloomberg-Funded Front Groups
Mark Walters and journalist Charles C. Johnson will expose Everytown for Gun Safety "School Shooting" and the mainstream media on Armed American Radio this Sunday. Armed American Radio is distributed by Salem Radio Network.
Plano Synergy Seeking Marketing - PR - Pro-Staff Coordinator
Plano Synergy is seeking a marketing and PR professional in Plano, IL. The organization is an influencer in both the hunting and fishing realms where it is a leading platform in the outdoor products industry.
Stag Arms Model 3TH-M Upper Receivers Now Available
Due to popular demand, Stag Arms is now selling the upper receiver from the Model 3TH-M rifle separately. It is available in both right and left hand versions and is compatible with any mil-spec lower half. The upper is fitted with a 16" free floated government profile barrel, a carbine length gas system and the DiamondHead USA handguard.
Jamie Wiedeman Named SureFire's Vice President of Sales & Marketing
Jamie Wiedeman returns to SureFire, LLC as the Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Jamie first joined SureFire in October 2004 as a Military Sales Rep, introducing the FA556-212 suppressor to USASOC. George Atchley has also come aboard, as the Vice President of Business Development, to support Jamie in his sales and marketing efforts.
Crimson Trace Continues Limited Edition Offer
Crimson Trace continues to make and offer the popular Limited Edition Master Series™ 20th Anniversary Lasergrips®. This new product will fit most full-size 1911 pistols and is part of the company's popular Master Series of laser sight systems.
Training Courses offered at G4S International Training Inc for the upcoming year
G4S International Training Inc. a subsidiary of G4S Government Solutions, who is committed to providing benchmark security training in Firearms, Driver Training, and Surveillance operations to Military Units, Law Enforcement Officers, and responsible civilians, has posted their "Open Enrollment" course dates for the rest of 2014.
GLOCK Leads Industry In Safety Pledge Drive
In partnership with the NSSF (National Shooting Sports Foundation) and Project ChildSafe, GLOCK initiated a pledge drive with gun safety at its core. Primarily aimed for the general public, GLOCK is encouraging all to visit the pledge page at Safety Pledge and make their commitment through June 30.
Tactical Gear Distributors® Offer Custom Marketing Tools
TGD arms their Tactical and Law
Enforcement Retailers with custom marketing tools through it's Tactical Zone® Program.
The Tactical Zone Program offers great new benefits to market retailers business. Annual
E-Catalog, Quarterly E-Flyers and periodic E-Blasts will be customized with retailers store
information, providing Thousands of Dollars of Marketing Tools that build sales
ASP Now Shipping Tactical USB Baton Light
Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) is now shipping the new Tactical USB. It is the world's first rechargeable baton light and the shortest on the market, adding less than 1.5" to the total length of a baton.
Tactical Gear Distributors® (TGD) Announces a Streamlight® Display Promotion
Tactical Gear Distributors® Offers Free Display with Purchase of Streamlight® Tactical Lights. Retailers have the option of choosing from either the Rail Mount Display Offer or the ProTac® Display Offer.
Hornady Zombie Match a Big Hit
Approximately 450 "zombie hunters" attended the third annual Zombies in the Heartland 3-gun shooting match hosted by Hornady® and the Nebraska National Guard. The match was held at Heartland Public Shooting Park in Grand Island, Nebraska, May 30 through June 1, 2014.
Team Para's Tomasie Wins High Overall Limited Title at Blue Bullets 2014
Team Para USA member Travis Tomasie won the High Overall Limited Division at the Blue Bullets 2014 South Carolina State Section Championship.
FN Manufacturing, FNH USA to Consolidate Operations Into FN America
The Herstal Group announces their decision to consolidate FN Manufacturing, LLC of Columbia, South Carolina and FNH USA, LLC of McLean, Virginia into a single entity, FN America, LLC.
Crimson Trace's New Guide Makes Selection Simple
Crimson Trace has released a new pocket-sized guide to help customers select the best product for their firearm. The free printed guide, available at Crimson Trace dealers across America, provides details about the company's six distinct product lines along with details about why most gun owners need a laser.
Smith & Wesson® M&P® Shield(TM) Pistol Now Available Without Thumb Safety
Smith & Wesson Corp. announced yesterday that it is now offering versions of its popular M&P Shield™ pistol in both 9mm and .40 S&W without the single-sided thumb safety. Brought to market after numerous requests, the new models retain original design features that have helped to solidify the M&P Shield's reputation in the marketplace as a reliable, accurate self-defense firearm.
Team Hornady® Champions Koenig and Duff Celebrate
Team Hornady® world pro competitors, Doug Koenig and Jessie Duff scored impressive wins during the 2014 World Action Pistol Championship, May 17, 2014, at Rockcastle Shooting Center, Park City, Ky. Held every two years, the World Match was especially meaningful as it returned to U.S. soil.
Team Bushnell Tactical Pro Jon Lester Wins Allegheny Sniper Challenge
Team Bushnell Tactical notched another win this month when Jon Lester took the top spot at the Allegheny Sniper Challenge. Hosted in the mountains west of Seneca Rocks, W.Va., the challenging course of fire includes high angle and high wind shooting with shots that range from 200 and 1,000 yards.
Optics Market And Hunting Trends Highlighted Inside June Issue of Shooting Industry
The June issue of Shooting Industry provides dealers an inside look into the latest optics sales trends. In "Focus On Optic Sales," Pat Covert examines the services and products needed to keep up with today's optics opportunities and offers tips on how dealers can create year-round profits in this market segment.
Fobus Holsters and Mission First Tactical Announce Joint Director of Sales and Operations
Fobus Holster and Mission First Tactical are pleased to welcome Matt Smith on board to serve in a dual role as the Director of Sales and Operations for both brands.