While some traditionalists may not like kydex for a concealed carry holster, I love the that the Reflex from Uncle Mike's offers concealment and positive locking retention in a concealed carry holster that won't break the bank. Take a look at this video I made showing the benefits.
A Belt for Your Concealed Carry Holster
You want your concealed carry holster to be stable and secure. But you also want to look good. Gould and Goodrich offers a great-looking reinforced belt that is the perfect platform for your concealed carry holster. The Model 191 reinforced belt won't sag under the weight of your weapon, provides a firm platform for a smooth draw and offers all-day comfort. With a removable brass buckle, this 1-1/2-inch-wide wide belt looks good and works hard. It is available in black and tan to match your fashion and your concealed carry holster.
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Armed Woman Scares Off 3 Intruders
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A Kansas City woman was able to protect herself and her home from multiple intruders over the weekend.
Neighbors said three people forced their way into the woman's home in the 7600 block of Richmond Avenue.
Police said the intruders were looking for the basement, where multiple firearms were stashed away in safes.
“Someone had to be watching her or casing her to know,” Porter said. “A lot of people know she has a lot of weapons because (they were) her husband's and she's a widow.”
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The Colt New Agent: All Business For Concealed Carry
The Colt New Agent — with its subtle, all-business trench-style sights — stood out from the crowd at SHOT Show 2012 and might be the ideal backup gun for concealed carry.
After several days of wandering about the SHOT Show, one begins to get the “2,000-yard stare.” People afflicted by this sorry condition cast a hollow gaze out upon the show floor. Usually the stupor is harmless enough, but occasionally the more serious cases require the patient to be carted off in a white straight jacket. Just about anything can trigger it, but the most common culprit is processing too much data on guns sporting everything but the kitchen sink. And I believe some next year will very likely feature kitchen sinks.
It was amidst this backdrop that the Colt New Agent — with its subtle, all-business trench-style sights — stood out from the crowd and jolted me back to reality.
This is a seemingly quaint little handgun that isn't trying to please everybody or fit into a multitude of shooting disciplines: It's got one identity and that's as a so-close-and-there's-no-time-I-must-shoot-right-now gun. In other words, this gun is all business.
While I'm sure the trench-style sights (essentially a full-length groove running along the top of the slide) will get the job done under 7 yards, the model I saw (07812DCT), in all black, was outfitted with a Crimson Trace laser grip. I have to admit that I was surprisingly attracted to the looks of this pistol. And its lack of obtrusive sights on top is obviously conducive to a snag-free draw from deep concealment.
Actually, according to the Standard Catalog of Firearms, the Colt New Agent was first introduced in 2007. That source lists it as having “fixed” sights and a series 80 action.
Of course, the New Agent's namesake is derived from the Colt Agent — its revolver counterpart from the '50s era. The Standard Catalog of Colt lists the Colt Agent revolver as being introduced in 1955 and produced through 1973 as the Colt Agent 1st Issue. A slightly more streamlined version, the Colt Agent 2nd Issue, was manufactured from 1973 to 1986.
Both sixguns were essentially identical to 1st Issue Colt Cobra six-shooters, but with shortened grip frames for easier concealment.
The Colt New Agent carries this torch only in a semi-automatic format.
Now, if you're like me and find the all black finish and laser treatment of the 07812DCT Model not quite to your stylistic liking, you might check out the Model 07810D Colt New Agent. It has a more traditional style grip and finish.
Both pistols feature an enhanced hammer, 1918 style safety lock, standard grip safety and 3-hole aluminum trigger. A lowered and flared ejection port is common to both, and Colt claims this feature enhances reliability and accuracy.
The models 07812DCT, 07810D and 07812D are all single-action hammer guns that come in either .45 ACP or 9mm. There is a double-action only model, hammerless, designated the 07810DA. It is .45 ACP only.
The Colt New Agents sport 3-inch stainless steel bushingless barrels. The .45 ACP offerings are 7-shot; the 9mm Parabellum is an 8-round gun. The MSRP, depending upon model, runs from $995-$1263.
In my opinion, the Colt New Agent is ideal as a secondary backup gun for concealed carry.
And believe me when I say: if this little pistol can cure the SHOT Show Stare, it can do just about anything.
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Midway USA Continues to Support Youth Shooting Sports Alliance
Shooting retailer Midway USA has continued its generous support of the Youth Shooting Sports Alliance (YSSA) by recently donating over 500 rifles to help YSSA in its mission to introduce young people to hunting and the shooting sports.
In 2010, the YSSA developed a practical plan to organize and administer an industry-wide firearms loaner program for supporting its youth programs. Because of the popularity of this program with Boy Scout Councils, 4-H and other shooting sports programs, the loaner inventory was expected to double by the summer of 2013.
“MidwayUSA will continue to be a non-stop supporter of youth hunting, shooting and hunter's education,” says Larry Potterfield, Founder and CEO of MidwayUSA. “We believe in supporting programs whose mission is to preserve the future of youth shooting sports. The rifles we're donating to YSSA will be auctioned off and the proceeds will directly benefit their Equipment Loan Program.”
“The majority of shooting sports equipment is needed by youth programs for limited or seasonal use,” said Steve Miller, Executive Director of YSSA. “Equipment may be intensively used during selected seasons and languish in storage for the remainder of the year. This noteworthy donation in support of our Equipment Loan Program will allow the YSSA to provide more efficient support to youth shooting sports programs.”
SOURCE: Midway USA 1/11/12
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Colt LE901-16S: From 5.56 to 7.62 in 30 Seconds
There was no shortage of AR-style rifles at SHOT Show 2012. But one of the most interesting was the Colt LE901-16S, a select-fire rifle designed to allow you to change the upper from 5.56 to 7.62 in a matter of seconds.
With a simple swap of the upper receiver, the chambering can be altered from .308 Winchester to .223 Remington, making the Colt LE901-16S a versatile rifle for a variety of shooters.
The Colt LE901-16A configured with 7.62 upper.
Outdoorsmen who need a versatile hunting weapon, sport shooters seeking a high-performing target rifle and tactical professionals seeking an accurate shot in a sniper situation will all find what they are looking for in the Colt LE901-16S.
“This is an exceptional rifle for a wide variety of shooters due to the interchangeability in caliber,” said David Ridley, Vice President of Colt Defense, LLC, “With a simple swap of the upper receiver shooters can switch to the caliber they need for the shot they want to achieve.”
In the classic .308 Winchester (7.62×51 NATO), the LE901-16S is chambered perfectly for a tactical professional’s sniper shot. By changing the upper receiver and buffer system, you get a .223 Remington (5.56×45 NATO) weapon.
The Colt LE901-16S rifle weighs only 9.4 pounds and measures 37.5 inches with the stock extended. It has an effective range of 700 meters and a rate of fire between 700 and 950 rounds per minute when configured for .308. Exceptional accuracy comes by way of the free floated, 16-inch, chrome-lined barrel and one-piece monolithic upper receiver.
All operating controls on the LE901-16S are ambidextrous, including the magazine release, bolt catch and fire control selector. The monolithic rail covers the foreend and is suitable for mounting optics in addition to the back up iron sight (BUIS) offered standard on the rifle. The LE901-16S features a black Vltor buttstock and comes with two black 20-round Magpul PMAGs.
The rifle will come in five different anodized camo finishes, in addition to black. I was told that the anodizing process used by Colt is itself a tightly-guarded secret (the rep at the SHOT Show wouldn't even disclose who does it) because it masks the weapon's Infrared Red (IR) signature.
As a designated marksmanship rifle (DMR) the benefits are obvious: The sharpshooter can enter and exit an area with the upper configured as a 5.56 CQB carbine to fight his way in and out; and once in position it's only a matter of seconds to swap the upper for sniping.
While the Colt rep I spoke to at SHOT said it takes about 30 seconds to change the upper, I witnessed him do it in about half that time. MSRP is $2129.00.
Learn more at colt.com
The Akdal MKA 1919 AR-Style Shotgun
We couldn't immediately understand why an AR-style weapon was situated in the shotgun area of Media Day at the Range during SHOT Show 2012. But we soon realized we were looking at the Akdal MKA 1919 shotgun.
The Akdal MKA 1919 is a gas operated, semi-automatic shotgun manufactured in Turkey by Ucyildiz Arms.
The MKA 1919 not only resembles the M16 rifle but the control and function are similar. The MKA 1919 is unlike any other 12 gauge shotgun in the U.S. as it is very light, ergonomic, and magazine fed.
As a semi-automatic shotgun, it uses a conventional gas-operated action which is located around the support tube that runs below the barrel. The return spring is also located around the same support tube which is concealed by an enlarged polymer handguard.
Its barrel can be very easily removed from the upper receiver. The upper receiver is manufactured from an aluminum alloy while the lower receiver, pistol grip, and stock are manufactured as one piece from impact resistant polymer.
The potential uses of the gun for tactical applications are obvious. But this thing – even when outfitted with red-dot type optics – can break clays like you wouldn't believe.
New Glock 32 Gen 4 at SHOT Show 2012
As previously reported here on TacticalGearMag.com, Glock announced it would introduce the G21 (.45 Auto), G32 (.357) Gen4 models at the 2012 SHOT Show in Las Vegas.
Known for their improved ergonomics, the Gen4 pistols utilize the Multiple Back Strap (MBS) system to enhance the grip of the pistol. Each Gen4 comes with three difference grip options: a short, medium and large size, enabling the pistol to adapt to each individual shooter's hand size with the removal and insertion of a single pin. In addition, the grip has also been given a new Rough Textured Frame (RTF) to increase grip traction.
The Glock Gen 4 32 in .357 Sig at SHOT Show 2012. Photo by Corey Graff
The Gen4 magazine release catch has been enlarged and is reversible for the ambidextrous shooter. To utilize the interchangeable magazine release feature, the Gen4 magazines have two notches cut on each side of the magazine body, allowing users to switch access of the catch to the left or right side of the pistol with no additional parts.
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The Colt LE901-16S at SHOT Show 2012 Media Day. Photos by Corey Graff
There was no shortage of AR-style rifles at SHOT Show 2012. But one of the most interesting was the Colt LE901-16S, a select-fire rifle designed to allow you to change the upper from 5.56 to 7.62 in a matter of seconds.
With a simple swap of the upper receiver, the chambering can be altered from .308 Winchester to .223 Remington, making the Colt LE901-16S a versatile rifle for a variety of shooters.
Outdoorsmen who need a versatile hunting weapon, sport shooters seeking a high-performing target rifle and tactical professionals seeking an accurate shot in a sniper situation will all find what they are looking for in the Colt LE901-16S.
“This is an exceptional rifle for a wide variety of shooters due to the interchangeability in caliber,” said David Ridley, Vice President of Colt Defense, LLC, “With a simple swap of the upper receiver shooters can switch to the caliber they need for the shot they want to achieve.”
In the classic .308 Winchester (7.62×51 NATO), the LE901-16S is chambered perfectly for a tactical professional’s sniper shot. By changing the upper receiver and buffer system, you get a .223 Remington (5.56×45 NATO) weapon.
The Colt LE901-16S rifle weighs only 9.4 pounds and measures 37.5 inches with the stock extended. It has an effective range of 700 meters and a rate of fire between 700 and 950 rounds per minute when configured for .308. Exceptional accuracy comes by way of the free floated, 16-inch, chrome-lined barrel and one-piece monolithic upper receiver.
All operating controls on the LE901-16S are ambidextrous, including the magazine release, bolt catch and fire control selector. The monolithic rail covers the foreend and is suitable for mounting optics in addition to the back up iron sight (BUIS) offered standard on the rifle. The LE901-16S features a black Vltor buttstock and comes with two black 20-round Magpul PMAGs.
The rifle will come in five different anodized camo finishes, in addition to black. I was told that the anodizing process used by Colt is itself a tightly-guarded secret (the rep at the SHOT Show wouldn't even disclose who does it) because it masks the weapon's Infrared Red (IR) signature.
As a designated marksmanship rifle (DMR) the benefits are obvious: The sharp-shooter can enter and exit an area with the upper configured as a 5.56 CQB carbine to fight his way in and out; and once in position it's only a matter of seconds to swap the upper for sniping.
While the Colt rep I spoke to at SHOT said it takes about 30 seconds to change the upper, I witnessed him do it in about half that time. MSRP is $2129.00.
Learn more at colt.com
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Video: New Guns at Shot Show Media Day 2012
Every year the shooting industry rolls out the latest guns and gear at Media Day at the Range, held during the annual Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) show. This year the fun was in the desert, outside of Las Vegas, Nevada. Gun Digest was there, shooting everything we could get our hands on.
SHOT Show 2012: Chiappa Designs First Delayed Blowback 1911
Chiappa has challenged orthodoxy again with its 45DBB, a delayed blowback 1911, unveiled at SHOT Show 2012.
It makes perfect sense when you think about it. But apparently no one has yet dared to … think about it. Or at least no one has felt brazen enough to radically tinker with the guts — that is, the very design — of Browning's timeless 1911. Until now.
Chiappa (pronounced “Kee-ah-Pah!) has designed a delayed blow back 1911 — and it's none too surprising that it comes from those ever-daring folks from Italy, the same people that had the guts to bring to market the Rhino, which is just about the strangest-looking revolver in the world.
Strange-looking, sure, but it's hard to argue with the results. Some say it's the best wheelgun you can buy today.
It could be that the company will be rewarded again for thinking outside the box. While this new 1911 sticks to plain-Jane orthodoxy in the looks department, it's what's under the hood that will make some die-hard 1911 traditionalists take notice. Some will cheer, while others will spin in circles and vomit pea soup.
Designated the Chiappa 45DBB (for Delayed Blowback), President Ron Norton was happy to give Gun Digest a first peek at the innovative semi-auto on opening morning of SHOT Show 2012, the gun industry's trade show being held this week in Las Vegas, Nevada.
A 1911 re-design is a radical concept for sure, but this one could arguably make John Moses Browning proud. Norton thinks that it'll be competition shooters who'll notice its benefits. But when he started talking about decreased recovery time shot to shot, I immediately started to think about tactical shooters and defensive gun uses.
Here's how it works. The Chiappa 45DBB is designed with a locking lug positioned on the bottom and aft end of the barrel assembly. This lug is pinned to the frame. There are small gas port holes cut into the barrel that drive the delayed blow back action of the slide.
“It's like the difference between a Remington Model 1100 and an 870,” Norton said.
According to him, the pistol's inherent design yields very fast cycle speeds. This is due to its shorter travel and reduced barrel assembly movement (which, again, is locked down). It's said to give accuracy in a production gun that would normally require extensive machining and hand-fitting to acheive.
Yet, because it doesn't rely on “tightness” — one traditional means employed by machinists to improve accuracy in the 1911 — it can boast both accuracy and reliability.
Reduced recoil is another benefit touted, although Norton was careful to say that the recoil will be “less or equal to” that of a traditional 1911.
Platform Breeds Interchangeability
One additional thing the Chiappa 45DBB promises is interchangeability between calibers.
Norton says the company is developing conversion kits for the gun that will allow you to switch between .45ACP, .22LR and 9mm.
There'll be no gunsmithing involved; you'll simply drop in and pin the new barrel to the frame assembly and off you go.
The Chiappa .45DBB will retail for less than $800 for the full pistol, and the conversion kits are expected to go for under $400.
Time will tell what say the shooters about the Chiappa 45DBB. But methinks it's a testament to both a classic design — and to those who dare to tinker.
For more information, visit chiappafirearms.com.
SHOT Show 2012: New Armalite AR-10A Accepts Magpul PMAGs
Two new rifles from Armalite, designated the AR-10A family of rifles, now accept Magul PMAGS, and other 3rd party magazines. The first members of the AR-10A family are the AR-10 Super SASS and the AR-10 A4 Carbine.
This is welcome news for those who own the traditional ArmaLite “waffle” mags, which also fit the new AR-10As.
According to ArmaLite, customer demand for greater flexibility in mag choice drove the decision to produce the rifle.
Functionally identical to the AR-10B family of guns, AR-10A rifles will be a welcome addition to those accustomed to standard Armalite ARs.
Operation, controls, and maintenance are the same. However, the AR-10A family is designed to accept early ArmaLite AR-10 “Waffle” magazines — and good quality magazines copied from them — instead of ArmaLite’s proprietary aluminum magazines that are used in the AR-10B family.
However, neither family of firearms will function correctly with the other family’s magazines.
“We have tested, we recommend, and we ship polymer Magpul PMAG 20LR magazines with our AR-10As,” Armalite said. “Other similar derivative magazines such as the KAC, M110, and DPMS/Remington 19 round magazines may fit and may function, but we have not tested them so we can’t assess their reliability.
You can purchase extra PMAGs from Armalite's website, www.armalite.com
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SHOT Show 2012: HK Announces 7.62 Trio
HK highlights a trio of new 7.62 NATO (.308 Win.) semi-automatic rifles just in time for the annual Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show in Las Vegas.
Designated Marksman Rifles (DMRs) fill an important operational niche. Chambered in 7.62 or greater, they lob more firepower than a 5.56 close-quarters carbine, but unlike the surgical precision of a one-shot bolt gun, they are semi-automatic so you can put multiple rounds on target. And fast. Out to 800 yards or more, if you like.
Indeed, these things give new meaning to the expression “sniper fire.”
And just in the nick of time for the annual Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show in Las Vegas, Heckler & Koch (HK) is highlighting a trio of new 7.62 NATO (.308 Win.) semi-automatic rifles built around this very concept.
The news comes after the German company was awarded a contract to produce the M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle (IAR) for the United States Marine Corps.
That rifle — which weighs in at 11.62 pounds as a complete weapons system including all ancillary equipment — is a variant of the Heckler & Koch HK416 used by military, law enforcement, and special operations units in the U.S. and throughout the world. It replaces the much heavier Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW).
MR762A1
Debuting at SHOT Show 2012 is Heckler & Koch's much-anticipated MR762A1 rifle (in caliber 7.62 x 51mm). It joins the 5.56mm model (MR556A1) that was 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. According to HK, this key feature is deemed critical 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 rifles are reputed to use the highest quality steel, known for producing a long-life barrel and superior performance with minimal degradation of accuracy and muzzle velocity even during 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.
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 Picatinny-type rail handguard. A newly-redesigned 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 cold-hammer forging technology.
Despite its differences from the HK417, the G28 still retains approximately 75% parts compatibility with HK417 models, according to the company. 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.
HK's standard, complete weapons system configuration features Schmidt & Bender telescopic sights (3-20×50 or 1-8×24), 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.
Accuracy is what you'd expect for a Dedicated Marksmanship Rifle (DMR) of this type at 1.5 MOA for 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 at this time.
Colt Introduces New Gold Cup National Match Competition Pistol
Colt's Manufacturing Company has announced a new Colt Gold Cup National Match; currently shipping to distributors across the United States.
This match-grade target pistol is the newest to come from Colt's Gold Cup Series, which are billed as competition firearms.
“Beginning in the 1930s, Colt's National Match pistols have set the standard by which all target pistols are judged,” said Joyce Rubino, Vice President of Marketing, Colt's Manufacturing Company, “Because this line of guns is designed with match shooters in mind, the Colt Gold Cup National Match gives anyone the potential to make quality shots.”
The Gold Cup National Match's fully adjustable Bo-Mar style rear sight combined with the high profile, target front sight, gives shooters confidence in shot placement. Adding to the viability of this single-action pistol as a competitive firearm, is the beveled magazine well, which allows for speed and ease during reloads.
Two standout features of the new Colt Gold Cup National Match are the match-grade trigger and barrel. The wide, three-hole aluminum trigger is factory tuned for a crisp break each time. The National Match barrel is CNC machined from forged stainless steel, measures five inches and is chambered for .45 ACP ammunition.
Also CNC machined are the receiver and round-top slide, both made from forged carbon steel with a blued finish. The wrap-around, rubber target stock features nickel medallions that showcase the rampant Colt. Overall, the gun measures 8.5 inches and weighs 2.5 pounds.
“We are excited to make the Gold Cup National Match available to shooters as the newest edition to Colt's legacy Gold Cup Series of target pistols,” said Rubino.
Learn more: www.coltsmfg.com.
Holographic Hybrid Sights Offered by EOTech
The EOTech Holographic Hybrid Sights as seen in Modern Warfare 3 are just as fast and effective in real world action.
The HHS kits combine the speed of the EXPS holographic weapon sight and the extended range versatility of the NEW G33 magnifier. Offering true 2-eyes open shooting the HHS are ideal for predator hunting and long range shooting. The HHS helps to ensure accurate shooting from zero to 500 meters by utilizing the G33's Quick Switch to Side magnifier mount. Operating buttons are located on the side of the EXPS making it easy to use in conjunction with other rail mounted accessories like the magnifier or night vision and thermal units.
There are two HHS kits to choose from. The HHS1 includes the night vision compatible EXPS3-4 HWS with the 4 dot reticle calibrated for shooting at 0-300, 400, 500 and 600 meters. This setup is perfectly suited for those expecting to take longer shots on a regular basis. The HHS2 includes the EXPS2-2 and non night vision compatible sight with a 2 dot reticle for fast action targeting. The HHS units come complete with quick detach bases that will return to zero after mounting (to the same rail location) to within 2 MOA. These kits run for an incredible 600 hours on one transversely mounted CR123 lithium battery.
Both kits come with the New G33 3.25x magnifier. Lighter and smaller than the previous G23 this magnifier can significantly extend your range. Eye relief has been extended to 2.2 inches allowing for a more comfortable cheek weld while shooting. The angle of field of view has also been increased to 7.3º giving you increase left to right situational awareness.
Built for extreme weather these optics are water and fog proof and deliver the best of both worlds, ideal for close quarters combat yet capable of making the long shot at 600 meters. These HHS kits range in MSRP from $1,059 to 1,125 and will be available in Spring of 2012.
EOTech and Insight Technology have leveraged their combined status as industry leaders to create the L-3 Commercial Products Group. Established in 2011, the group will offer the commercial market a single source that delivers cutting edge technology and products in the fields of holographic sighting systems, tactical lasers, illuminators, thermal imaging equipment and firearms training devices. This group operates in state-of-the-art facilities and is dedicated to providing high-quality battle tested products to the law enforcement and commercial markets around the world. For more information call (888) 368-4656 or visit our websites at www.eotech-inc.com or www.insighttechgear.com.
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