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New Ruger Gunsite Scout Rifles

by Aaron

January 27th, 2015

Ruger introduce their Gunsite Scout Rifle several years ago. Based upon Jeff Cooper’s Scout Rifle concept, the Ruger Gunsite produced a compact, bolt-action rifle, that met many of Cooper’s goals. The one area that was outside of Cooper’s specifications was weight. Cooper called for a rifle no more than 6.6 lbs. but the Ruger Gunsite came in between 7.1 to 7.3 lbs. depending on selection.

This year Ruger expanded their Gunsite Scout Rifle offerings in both 5.56mm and 7.62mm. The new .308 caliber offerings have a black composite stock that helps reduce the weight to a Cooper-approved 6.25 lbs. In addition, the 5.56mm versions have the option to be built for specifically left-handed shooters.

The new Ruger Gunsite Scout rifles offer composite stocks for reduced weight. Note the optional muzzle brake.

Categories Active Shooters
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Gerber Ding-Dong Breaching Tool

by Aaron

January 27th, 2015

Gerber has been famous for producing some very impressive knives for nearly . The company continues to make great knife options, but in recent years Gerber has been increasingly branching off into survival and specialty tools. At SHOT Show this year, Gerber was showing their “Ding-Dong” breaching tool, released mid-2014. The Gerber Ding-Dong is a multi-purpose Halligan Tool (H-Tool), combining the standard H-Tool pry bar function with a heavy-duty sledge-hammer and battering ram.

The Gerber Ding-Dong breaching tool is compact but capable.

Categories General, SHOT Show 2015
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Mag-Tac LED from Maglite

by Aaron

January 26th, 2015

The new Maglite Mag-Tac rechargeable flashlight.

Maglite has introduced their new Mag-Tac rechargeable flashlight at the SHOT Show. The Mag-Tac is specifically designed to compete for market share in the military, law enforcement, and first responder category. At maximum power the Mag-Tac puts out 543 lumens, and also has a lower power and strobe option. Those are all great features, but the rechargeable component of the Mag-Tac is a really important bonus feature that not many other high output, battery-powered modern flashlights offer.

Categories flashlights, SHOT Show 2015
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CRKT Fossil Compact Knife

by Aaron

January 25th, 2015

The Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) company has been developing outstanding knives, and outdoor survival tools since 1994. I own several CRKT knives in the M14 and M16 lines, as well as their Eat-N-Tool, and have found their design, fit, and function to be outstanding.

This year at SHOT Show, CRKT announced the addition of the new Fossil Compact knife with Veff Serrations. This is knife has great potential as a patrol knife, or just for everyday carry (EDC) use. The Fossil series of knives brings out some of the best design features from Flavio Ikoma of Presidente Prudente, Brazil. The Fossil Compact grabs your attention at first sight with its sleek lines, Veff serrations, and uniquely colored and hammer-textured grip.

The new Fossil Compact is full of great features.

Categories Knives, SHOT Show 2015
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More Bullet Safe Bargain Body Armor

by Aaron

January 24th, 2015

Last year Randall posted an article from the SHOT Show floor on the new bargain priced Bullet Safe Level IIIA ballistic vest (http://www.bluesheepdog.com/2014/01/29/bulletsafe-ballistic-vests/).

In review, the premise is police officers, security officers, EMT’s, or other First Responders that do not have ballistic vests provided to them by their departments. For that reason I think the Bullet Safe ballistic vest option is great for those professionals not issued a ballistic vest (more on that later). The Bullet Safe Semi-Concealable vests are available in (5) sizes – S, M, L, XL, 2XL. There is a 4XL as well, but costs a little bit more for the added material. I got to talk with President, Tom Nardone on the SHOT Show floor about additional Bullet Safe options.

The standard Bullet Safe vest. Similar to a TAC vest but still concealable.

Categories Body Armor, SHOT Show 2015
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Wiley X Tide Eye Pro

by Aaron

January 23rd, 2015

Wiley X eyewear has become a popular option for those seeking high quality eye protection, without the typical attachment of a high-end price tag. This year Wiley X has introduced the “Tide” model that has several features that should be beneficial to officers working the streets.