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Greetings!
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics show the current unemployment rate at 9.8% for November 2010, just up .2% from October. That's 15.1 million people. Of which 10% were adult men and 8.4% adult women. Layoffs happen for a variety of reasons. Economics is usually the tour de force. Individuals that were looking at retiring in 10 to 15 years or even earlier are now faced with finding some sort of employment long term. But when you find yourself in this predicament, your options are not limited to who is hiring - maybe the one hiring should be you. Yes, I'm a believer that without small business, America wouldn't be surviving this economic doom and gloom. So many of our readers and customers are passionate about their guns and gear; they buy our products and read our magazines, but what happens to them when the paycheck stops? Answers.com says that the FBI estimates there are over 200 million privately owned firearms in the US. Then you have to add those owned by the military, law enforcement and museums. See where I'm going here? Who is taking care of these guns? Who is making sure that old Sauer rifle you inherited from Granddad can still fire safely? Who is changing out your sights on your new 1911? And who is giving you and your firearms the personal care and attention only a qualified gunsmith would? Well, in a day and age in which we have personal trainers, personal shoppers, personal assistants, why not personal gunsmiths? At American Gunsmithing Institute, you can learn how to take your passion of firearms and make a good living. AGI offers a variety of mini-lessons, courses in assault rifles, cowboy action, reloading, building or customizing handguns, rifles and shotguns, armorer's courses and their renowned gunsmithing certification course. I think in these times of pulling back, we need to forward think. Next time you have a shooting or hunting buddy that has lost his job or is thinking of changing careers, help our industry employment figures grow - suggest taking a gunsmith course at AGI where you have control of your future.  |
A Hero's Holiday - Revision Eyewear Sends Cheer to our Troops | |
This holiday season, with our troops far from home,
Let them know they're not alone.
That our thoughts are with them and our actions too,
With a gift of eyepro and a message from you.
This holiday season, Revision Eyewear is donating 500 sets of eyepro to deployed troops; and  you decide where it goes. Click here to send a Sawfly Eyewear Kit and warm wishes to the service of your choice - all on Revision's tab.
Together, we can show our support and help protect those who protect us.
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LaserLyte® Subcompact V3 Laser - The Smaller, Smarter Laser System | |
 LaserLyte is now shipping the company's most state-of-the-art, smallest and versatile rail mounted laser to date; the LaserLyte Subcompact V3 laser. Now, half the size of the previous model, the Subcompact V3 needs less than ¾-inch of Picatinny rail space to easily mount onto even the smallest firearms.
Constructed of T6 aluminum for extra strength and durability, this updated unit offers a smart, cost-effective auto-off feature. If left on for five minutes, the unit begins to display a unique flash for one minute, indicating to the user that the unit will automatically shut off soon. After one minute in flash mode the unit shuts itself off to extend battery life, prevent accidental activation and battery depletion. Press the unit's button at any time to reset this feature for five more minutes.
The Subcompact V3 easily mounts with a hex drive crossbar screw and features windage adjustment, elevation adjustment and programmable constant on and pulse modes. Additionally, the unit is ideal for left- and -right handed shooters with two separate activation buttons located on the backside of the laser. Not only will the laser fit nicely on the smallest of sub-compact railed pistols, it works great on modern rifles as well.
The Subcompact V3 laser is powered by four 377 batteries that provide five hours in constant on mode and ten hours in pulse mode of normal usage. Normal usage is defined as one minute on and one minute off. This test mimics actual usage where the unit is turned on and off and the battery is given time to automatically regenerate.
To find out the Subcompact V3 laser specifications, read the recent press release. |
International Training, Inc. Training Evaluated at 97% Effective by Students |
International Training, Inc. is very successfully completing its training and financial year for 2010. The ITI cadre trained almost 3,000 students for deployment overseas or for other high risk missions. Those thousands of students evaluated the training at an overall 97% effectiveness. It has been a very busy year for ITI - the training cadre accompanied students through over 40,000 miles of driver training, coached them through the firing of 1.5 million rounds of ammunition and launched hundreds of mock attacks as part of training simulations. ITI certainly wishes all of its students and clients the best of luck in the coming year and looks forward to seeing them all safely home!! For 2011, ITI is in the planning stages for two new courses of instruction - stay tuned for those of you who have to operate around the clock (read that to mean throughout the night as well) and those who are at risk of being taken hostage and need to know how to get yourself free and ITI isn't talking about how to think about it - it's talking about taking action!! |
ISSC-Austria Offers New Colors for ISSC M22 Pistols | |
ISSC-Austria, exclusive importer and distributor of the M22 range pistol, announced availability of the M22 in Blush and Desert Camo. The M22 pistol is the ideal range pistol designed to use inexpensive, high-velocity 22LR ammunition, while providing a highly accurate, defensive pistol feel in handling. The new colors will be available for purchase in January 2011.
 
The ISSC M22 pistol offers shooters the economical alternative to practicing with high-priced ammunition. Using inexpensive .22LR, the M22 pistol provides the shooter with the same rapid fire performance of a traditional centerfire pistol. Built using the combination of a Lothar Walter match barrel, adjustable sights and a very crisp 4-lb single-action trigger, the M22 is the new standard in training pistols. MSRP starts at $299.95. |
Sentry Solutions Wraps Up 2010 - Remains Committed to "Made in the USA" |
2010 was a blur at Sentry Solutions. When the Malaysian Ministry of Defense went public with their intention to issue TUF-CLOTHs and TUF-GLIDE to their troops, production capacities had to be magnified. We accomplished that while staying true to our Made in the USA from American made materials mission. The struggle to keep prices as low as possible while offering performance and value tested us. In response to customer feedback, we will be offering "easier to use" versions of our oil free gun and gear products. Please visit our SHOT Show Booth 1606 after having a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
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GUNUP.com Announces the Launch of Their "Pro Staff" Program and "My GunLocker" |
GunUp.com is excited to announce the launch of their GunUp Pro Staff program and the release of "My GunLocker." "My GunLocker" allows enthusiasts to favorite guns they like and share their collection with their friends. The total worth of the guns they favorite will also be calculated using our real time gun pricing tool, GUestimate, to give our users a sense of what their collection is worth. "We feel that this is a huge benefit to our users and we are pleased to provide them this great tool to solve a problem so many gun owners face," says Dan Hall, CEO of GunUp.com. GunUp is also announcing the launch of their GunUp Pro Staff through their sponsorship of Steel Challenge shooter, Mike Gallion ( bio). "Besides promoting GunUp at competitive Shooting events, our Pro Staff will also be contributing to the GunUp.com Question and Answer section on our website which will launch on December 20th," says Dan Hall, CEO of GunUp.com. "One of our goals at GunUp is to support the growth of shooting sports. Our Pro Staff program allows us to do just that while providing new shooters access to community and industry recognized experts. Every week our Pro Staff members will answer selected questions from our users on competitive shooting and the industry as a whole." Mike Galllion is a perennial World and European Steel Challenge Champion in his division, a veteran blogger (author of the Mr. Completely Gun Blog) and organizer of the Gun Blogger Rendezvous. "When I heard about Gunup.com, I knew it was going to be something special, they're a great bunch of folks, and Gunup is definitely going to provide a lot of fun and useful things for shooters of all skill levels, from those just getting started through the experienced veterans." Mike Gallion adds, "I am proud to be chosen to represent Gunup.com as a competitive shooter!" "We are excited to announce Mike as the first member of the GunUp 'Pro Staff'", says Dan Hall, CEO of GunUp.com. "Not only is Mike a terrific competitor and all around great guy, he also embodies many of the values that are important to our organization. He has a great enthusiasm for the sport and is consistently seeking opportunities to teach new shooters and invite them to competitive shooting events. Mike also has given a lot of his own time, energy, and money to the online gun community as the organizer of the annual Gun Blogger Rendezvous. We felt he was a natural fit to launch our Pro-Staff." Learn more about Mike at GunUp.com and register today to start asking questions to GunUp Pro Staff. |
United Spirit of America (A Product Review)
By CJ Grisham | |
A few weeks ago, I received a really cool kit from United Spirit of America. According to the website, they are a "personal care product company specializing in toiletries for military, law enforcement, outdoor and the travel markets. USA-Spirit is a woman and minority-owned company based out of Boynton Beach, Florida. Specializing in convenient, portable products that are made with biodegradable content and superior formulation as the ultimate in personal hygiene; USA-Spirit products bring high-tech innovation to personal cleaning and protection. With a product line specifically designed for military personnel, USA-Spirit has considered every angle, from unique packaging to the environment, in which the products may be used."
I have to tell you that I learned something. Women and minorities really know how to make a guy smell good - even if no one will notice while he's fighting evil in Afghanistan!
The company sent me their Basic Edition Product Line that included a 3×1 Wash (Shampoo + Body Wash + Shaving Lather), Anti-Bacterial Gel, Anti-Bacterial Wipes (15 ct), Anti-Fungal Foot Powder, Basic Edition Deodorant, Sunscreen SPF30+, and a carabineer Clip. 
Over the past month, I've eschewed my normal Axe grooming products so that I could get the full effect of these products. Bottom line: I'm impressed.
This is a great product that I think every Soldier would love. All the products came in tubes no larger than 3 oz in a container made of rugged plastic with a secure top to prevent leakage. They do this so that the junk gropers at the Transportation "Security" Administration doesn't confiscate your smelly goods to take home and try them out on their butt buddies (USOA does not condone my use of the word "butt buddies" in conjunction with their product review - I wouldn't think). One of my frustrations when I was deployed was that my deodorant would melt during the summer. It was a pain in the butt! I'm not usually a big fan of roll-on deodorants, but USOA deodorant not only did the job, but left me with a cool, protected feeling. It took a little getting used to the initial feeling of a liquid roll-on, but it worked! But, their nano-shield roll-on deodorant and anti-perspirant provided me with the "all-day deodorant roll-on decreases underarm perspiration and provides odor protection" they advertised.
Read the full review to learn what CJ thought about the rest of USA Spirit's product line. |
Propper International™ Introduces A-TACS® ACUs for Spring 2011 | |
Propper International™ and Digital Concealment Systems are proud to announce the Spring 2011 launch of the new A-TACS ACU.
 A-TACS represents a radical step forward in the science of concealment technology. The patented A-TACS process replaces digital square pixels with small organically shaped pixels, removing all 90-degree angles to create a more natural appearance. Additionally, the organic pixels are segmented into larger groupings organized within the pattern, creating a unique "pattern within a pattern" concept that enables A-TACS to conceal the operator more effectively at greater distances than previously possible. The pattern also features a greater range of inter-mingled natural colors for enhanced concealment. The base color is a neutral tan, designed to blend effortlessly in open, rocky or arid environments.
"Propper is honored to be a part of such a groundbreaking development in military and law enforcement concealment," said John Asaro, VP Marketing for Propper International. "We are dedicated to providing the best possible apparel to the soldiers and officers who serve our country, and our partnership with A-TACS solidifies that effort."
The Propper A-TACS ACU is sewn to military specifications and made from print 65/35 poly/cotton ripstop fabric for maximum durability.
The A-TACS ACU is among the most anticipated A-TACS products launching worldwide and will serve as the core component of the product line, which includes boots from Danner, packs and nylon kit from Tactical Assault Gear, single or dual point gun slings from Blue Force Gear, and weapons and optics systems from Remington, Bushmaster and Bushnell. This broad collection of introductory products represents the first full head-to-toe concealment system offering to tactical professionals in the U.S.
Propper will advance the A-TACS product line with boonie hats and combat shirts. These items will be available for purchase from Propper authorized dealers.
For more information on Propper A-TACS ACUs, contact info@a-tacs.com.
Visit Propper at SHOT Show booth number 10764. |
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Laura Burgess Marketing provides public relations and marketing communications services to companies within the law enforcement, tactical, military, shooting sports, boating and recreational fishing markets. With over 19 years of experience in marketing, corporate management and public relations, Laura Burgess Marketing helps companies to build better brand awareness to the media and their customers through traditional and the new social media methods.
Sincerely,
Laura Burgess
Laura Burgess Marketing |
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It's That Time of Year Again! |  |
Coming January 5, 2011 - the LBM email newsletter will be replaced with the LBM SHOT SHOW E-Blast featuring what's new with our clients and friends and booth numbers to visit.
We will also provide the LBM booth attendance schedule and will be making appointments for any editors and writers.
On January 6, 2011, LBM will send another SHOT SHOW E-Blast out to retailers with SHOT Show promotions, products and booth numbers.
Then, at SHOT Show, stay tuned as the LBM team will be highlighting and videoing all the happenings at our clients' booths. |
77.4% of Americans are Connected to the Internet. Are You Advertising Online? |
If you're looking for an online presence, why not work with the best in the industry? We served over 60,000,000 ads for our clients last month across our network of websites.
While traditional advertising reaches potential consumers once per month, Tactical Republic can reach your desired customers multiple times until you get the results you want.
To schedule a SHOT Show meeting, please contact Derek Evjenth. Email: Derek@TacticalRepublic.com |
Buy a Rifleman's Tool and Support Operation Comfort at the Same Time |
Going Loud Tactical Outfitters is selling the Rifleman's Tool in support of Operation Comfort. For every Rifleman's Tool sold between now and Valentine's Day 2011, Going Loud will donate $75.00 to Operation Comfort. If you would like to verify we're not one of those shady organizations that say they're donating the money and don't, feel free to contact Janis Roznowski, Director and Founder of Operation Comfort. She can be contacted at her office or, if you're really lucky, you might catch her working with the wounded personnel at the Center for the Intrepid, Brooke Army Medical Center. Operation Comfort 4900 Broadway, Suite 400 San Antonio, TX 78209 210-826-0500 |
Phoenix Protective Group Participates in Mission 500 5K for Children in Crisis |
Phoenix Protective Group is taking part in the Mission 500 5K run again this year to raise money for World Vision Mission 500 to benefit children in crisis. For every $1.00 donated, $0.87 will benefit a child directly. Please make a donation by visiting our Firstgiving page.
You can donate online with a credit card. All donations are secure and sent directly to World Vision - Mission 500 by Firstgiving, who will email you a printable record of your donation. Please help us achieve our goal. |
BLACKHAWK! YouTube Channel | |
Did you know that BLACKHAWK! has had a YouTube channel since 2006? Long before Facebook or Twitter, BLACKHAWK! was sharing product information through video sharing.
Visit their channel today to see one of their 83 videos depicting their innovative commercials, event footage and product demonstrations. |
MGI On Track for New Product Release at SHOT Show | |
Are you attending SHOT Show this year? If so, make sure you stop by the MGI Booth 26107 and 2906. MGI is currently on track to release a very new and exciting product at SHOT. Details on just what exactly this new product is will be revealed prior to SHOT Show. This year has certainly been nothing short of exciting at MGI and the company looks forward to 2011 and all that it will bring. |
Morphix Technologies Launches Official Facebook Page
One Dollar (Up to $1,000) Will Be Donated to C.O.P.S. for Every New Fan that "Likes" the Page by December 31st, 2010 |
Morphix Technologies®, an innovator in the science of detection devices for dangerous chemicals, today announced its expansion into social media with the launch of its official Facebook page. Morphix Technologies hopes the page will serve as a place where first responders can share ideas and stories among each other. They also hope to help educate their end users about their industry and products, such as the Chameleon®, Safeair® and Chromair®.
Morphix will be running a special promotion to not only encourage fan growth, but also to support Concerns of Police Survivors, Inc. (C.O.P.S.), an organization dedicated to providing resources to assist in the rebuilding of lives of surviving families and affected co-workers of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. One dollar will be donated to C.O.P.S. (up to $1,000) for every fan that "likes" the Morphix Facebook Page by December 31st, 2010 by 11:59pm.
The Morphix Technologies Facebook page will include images of the various product lines, trade shows, events and behind the scene sneak peeks. There will also be a Discussion board where fans can start dedicated discussions on the topics of their choice. Morphix Technologies also hopes to start adding video content to the page by late 2010.
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Brock's Mule Deer Adventure with Fusion® Ammunition | |
Fusion Ammunition's Brock Lesnar hunts with North American Hunter Television and Trophy Hunters Alberta in the rough and rugged terrain of Alberta's Milk River. Frigid temperatures, a foot of fresh snow, and biting winds didn't stop the MMA superstar from enjoying his hunting passions and bagging a mature mule deer.
See Brock go after this monster buck in the snow and cold.
Watch the entire episode on NAH-TV in May on the Versus network. |
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