SIG Sauer Introduces New M400 Carbine

SIG Sauer, Inc., the leading manufacturer of commercial, law enforcement and military firearms, introduces an improved version of the current 5.56x45mm military issue centerfire tactical carbine, the SIG M400. The SIG M400 has been introduced for consumers who prefer the direct impingement gas system and have an inventory of parts and accessories for the original M4-style carbine. Built with SIG Sauer quality and reliability, the SIG M400 is also an exceptional value for those seeking an AR-platform rifle. To increase accuracy over mil-spec carbines, the SIG M400 features a tensioning device designed into the lower receiver that ensures a tight lockup and eliminates accuracy-robbing play between the upper and lower receivers. The lower receiver has all the same features as the SIG 516 such as an ambidextrous magazine release and rear quick-detach sling mount. Both receivers are machined from 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum forgings and coated with a durable phosphate finish. The upper receiver features an integrated Mil-Std 1913 accessory top rail for mounting optics and accepts most M16/AR-15-style furniture. A six-position collapsible polymer stock offers adjustability to fit all shooters. An enhanced version of the SIG M400 features all Magpul furniture. Chambered in 5.56 NATO, the SIG M400 will be available in semiautomatic for commercial users. Three-round burst or fully automatic versions will be made available for military and law enforcement. Built to full military specifications, the SIG M400 features a 16-inch chrome moly steel barrel with a chrome-lined chamber and bore. A direct-gas impingement system operates a seven-lug, rotating bolt. The muzzle is threaded 1/2 x 28 TPI to accept a variety of flash hiders, compensators or suppressor mounts. An M16A2 flash compensator is included. A removable sight assembly and carry handle, 30-round magazine and hard case are standard features on this rifle. For more information please contact SIG Sauer, Inc., Dept. SAR, 18 Industrial Drive, Exeter, NH, 03833. Phone: (603) 772-2302. Fax: (603) 773-2113. On the web at www.sigsauer.com.

Leatherwood/Hi-Lux Announces new 8X USMC Sniper Scope

One of the most recognized names in military sniping during the Vietnam conflict was Marine Corps marksman Carlos Hathcock. During his two tours, he was credited with 93 confirmed kills. The rifle he relied on for very precise long range shot placement was a Model 70 Winchester, of .30-06 caliber, topped with an 8x Unertl scope. Scopes of this design, with micrometer click external adjustment, were once favored by long range precision shooters, and quite a few different scope manufacturers offered very similar models. Today, an original USMC marked scope in mint condition can sell for as much as $5,000 to $6,000. With the current interest in shooting and competing with vintage style sniper rifles, just a working standard model scope in very good condition can still bring $2,000 or more. Leatherwood/Hi-Lux Optics is now adding an 8X USMC-SNIPER model to its Wm. Malcolm line of vintage style riflescopes. Not only will this scope match the originals for extremely precise adjustment of windage and elevation, the new made scope also offers the advantages of modern lens making, with fully multi-coated lens surfaces for maximum light transmission. This scope offers the brightest, clearest, and sharpest optics ever in a riflescope of this design. The scope will be marked with the Wm. Malcolm name over the USMC-SNIPER model designation, and each will be serial numbered – as were the original USMC models. The Marine Corps utilized this style of scope on sniper rifles during WWII and Korea. The new Wm. Malcolm 8X USMC-SNIPER captures the look, the precision and the accuracy capable with riflescopes of this type. At the $549 suggested retail price, it is far more affordable than a serviceable original from the 1940s, or even the 1970s when they were still in production. Like all Leatherwood/Hi-Lux Optics, the Wm. Malcolm USMC-SNIPER model comes backed with a limited lifetime warranty. You can contact them at Leatherwood/Hi-Lux Optics, Dept. SAR, 3135 Kashiwa Street, Torrance, CA 90506. Phone: (310) 257-8142. Fax: (310) 257-8096. Website: www.hi-luxoptics.com.

New High Tech Suppressors From Thompson Machine

Thompson Machine’s Poseidon series of sound suppressors represent something truly new on the sound suppressor market. While most 9mm and .45 ACP pistol suppressors are 7 + inches long and weigh in at around 10 ounces or more, Thompson Machine’s Poseidon 9mm is a scant 4.25” in length and weighs a barely-there 3.5oz. Designed to suppress your sidearm to a hearing-safe level without significantly affecting its handling characteristics, the Poseidon series of suppressors uses artificial environment technology combined with a cutting edge baffle design to provide shocking efficiency and sound suppression in an impossibly small package. Perhaps most amazingly, the Poseidon .45 which quiets the bark of the mighty and venerable .45 ACP cartridge is only 4.5 inches long and weighs less than 5oz. In addition to their line of micro-suppressors (which includes a 4-inch .22 LR suppressor called the Wasp for rimfire enthusiasts), Thompson Machine manufactures a full range of suppressors, from 4 different models of .22 LR muzzle suppressor up to 5.56 and .30 cal. centerfire rifle suppressors. Everything that Thompson Machine makes is easily disassemble-able for cleaning and user service, which is also a feature that sets their suppressors apart. For more information you can contact them at Thompson Machine, Dept. SAR, 172 Center Street, Panacea, FL 32346. Phone: (805) 408-5161. Website: www.thompsonmachine.net.

New Bezel Option for Elzetta Flashlights

Elzetta Design, LLC is pleased to announce the release of a third bezel option for its popular line of ZFL-M60 LED Flashlights. The new Low Profile Bezel provides a sleek new look for the Elzetta line, reduces bulk, and accommodates many commercially available filters. Elzetta ZFL-M60 Lights are built to order with all components available separately for complete modularity and easy modification to suit personal preferences and missions. All Elzetta products are made in the USA to the highest standards. More information is available from Elzetta Design, LLC, Dept. SAR, P.O. Box 54364, Lexington, KY 40555. Phone: (859) 707-7471. On the web at www.elzetta.com.

Israeli Special Forces DVD from Mako Defense

With the release of its DVD titled Israeli Special Forces Training: Counter Terror Carbine, Mako Defense now offers video training information that enables anyone to understand and apply the unique advantages of the Israeli Method of fighting with a tactical carbine. This DVD parallels the live Mako Defense courses currently being offered across America. It gives viewers the opportunity to learn and practice techniques that can save their lives and the lives of innocent victims. The Israeli Method of fighting revolves around the concept of using speed and accuracy to quickly neutralize any threat, while protecting bystanders. As presented by Mako Defense, it is designed to give U.S. law enforcement officers the most effective methods for working alone, with a partner, or in a team; to give military combatants the skills required for a successful mission; and enable civilians to become highly competent in every aspect of using their tactical rifles for home defense as well as shooting sports. Mako Defense Training – live and on DVD – is fast-paced, exciting and readily understood by everyone. Even in live classes where law enforcement officers, military personnel and civilians often train together, each person is able to learn at their own pace and within their different physical capabilities. DVD training can be repeated and reviewed endlessly at no additional cost, to perfect the Israeli Method techniques shown. Each technique is presented, demonstrated, and then broken down, while being filmed from multiple angles, before being demonstrated at speed in live fire drills. Viewers can experience dry-fire practice of the methods taught in the DVD course. Mako Defense instructors are experienced warriors who have seen extensive action as members of Israel’s most elite special operations units. They are certified as instructors by the Israeli government and teach the Israeli Method on a daily basis in Israel and around the world. The lead instructor featured in these videos has responded to most hostage situations in Israel from 1995 to the making of the video. Instructors were also members of the leading Israeli Police counter-terror and hostage rescue team. They have completed years of service in both a military unit that is the equivalent of the U.S. Delta Force, and in an undercover unit that specializes in the abduction or elimination of high-level terrorists. For more information contact The Mako Group/Mako Defense, Dept. SAR, 1 Lenox Avenue, Farmingdale, NY 11735. Phone: (631) 880-3396. Fax: (631) 880-3397. Website: www.themakogroup.com.

New Tactical Pens From Tuff-Writer

Tuff-Writer, Inc. produces a line of tactical pens that are now used by military, SWAT, EMT and civilians that require a pen built to function under extreme conditions. The USA Made Tuff-Writer pen is designed to not only function under the harshest of environmental conditions, but also as a defensive tool where life-saving reliability is an unconditional must. Tuff-Writer pens are precision machined to aerospace tolerances in the United States. Made from 6061-T6 aluminum hard anodized to MIL-A-8625 “F” Standards for maximum durability, the pen’s custom designed spring steel clip is attached with hardened bolts and then chemically bonded. Tuff-Writer pens utilize a pressurized cartridge made by Fisher, which writes at any angle, even upside down. The pens are designed with a screw-on cap so when the pen is closed, it functions as one solid piece, critical as a self defense tool. All Tuff-Writer pens are guaranteed against material and workmanship defects for the life of the pen. For more information please contact Tuff-Writer, Inc., 4292 E. Agave, Phoenix, AZ 85044. Phone: (480) 329-6105. On the web at www.tuffwriter.com.

Mounting Solutions Plus Introduces PKM Optics Mount

The ArmaDynamics PKM-RAP (Rail Adaptive Platform) system is the world’s only truly quick-attach/detach accessory rail mounting available for the world-standard military issue Kalashnikov-pattern PK/PKM/PKMS/6P41 “Pecheneg” light machine guns. The PKM-RAP rail system is designed to permit the rapid mounting and adaptability of all military standard optical or electro-optical sighting and target designating devices or other accessories directly to the unmodified host-weapons’ top cover through a fast, simple, and highly secure universal attachment via its Mil-Spec M1913-standard Picatinny rail interface. The RAP unit mounts to the weapon’s existing iron sight bases via a secured locking mechanism that, by design, permits the unit’s attachment even to damaged top-covers, yet still allows rapid securing or subsequent dismounting using no tools or proprietary modifications to the host weapon. It is equipped with an integral impact-drop safety mechanism. The PKM-RAP system can be mounted/dismounted one-handed in less than 3 seconds, and requires no modification to the existing arrangement of the iron sights. If the weapon is being employed only with iron sights and the tactical environment immediately shifts requiring the use of an optical sight, or night vision intensifier, the operator may instantly mount the PKM-RAP system with optics attached in seconds bringing these sighting enhancements immediately into action. After initial installation and zeroing, subsequent removal or re-attachment of the PKM-RAP mount allows immediate return to the combat zero of the attached optics. Conversely, if a RAP-mounted optical sight becomes unusable, the entire RAP mount can be removed in under 3 seconds returning the weapon to full effectiveness using the normal iron sights. The unit is designed to fit all European/ComBloc production variants of the PK/PKM/PKMS weapons made in Russia, Hungary, Poland, Bulgaria, Yugoslavia, Romania, etc., that are factory equipped with the standard rear iron sight base. For more information contact Mounting Solutions Plus, Dept. SAR, P.O. Box 971202, Miami, FL 33157. Phone: (305) 253-8393. Fax: (305) 232-1247. Website: www.mountsplus.com.

New Shoulder Carry Bags from Disse Gear

Disse Gear, which provides quality bags and shotgun cases, introduces their New Celo 1ed and Celo 2ed shoulder carry bags. Disse Gear bags, using a multi-functional design, offer many opportunities for use from concealed carry to outdoor photography. The Celo 1ed is compact in design, yet large enough to carry the necessities and its counter-part, the Celo 2ed is a full-size carry bag with even greater room to take along the needs of the day. The Celo 1ed Compact and Multi-Functional Carry Bag is rugged in design and comfortable to carry. It offers five zippered pockets and a pouch with a quick release buckle for instant access. The dual zippered-easily accessible pocket measures 8 inches long by 9 inches wide. The additional pockets are well-located for carrying other basic needs such as cell phone, flashlight, or GPS. The Celo 1ed has several rows of extra webbing and two D-rings to allow for the attachment of keys or additional accessories. The ID holder located on the front of the bag allows quick access of your identification without having to reach into the bag. The main compartment is covered with a zippered lid for added protection and measures 7×6.5 inches wide and 4 inches deep giving room for compact binoculars, tape recorders, wallets, etc. The Celo 2ed Full Size and Multi-Functional Carry Bag is an upgrade in size over the Celo 1ed, yet is still compact enough in design to carry comfortably. The Celo 2ed offers four larger zippered pockets, a pouch with a quick release buckle, an adjustable rifle magazine style side pouch and an adjustable top pouch. This multi-functional bag carries a lot of gear with the ability to customize and is built to endure the unexpected conditions of everyday carry. Both the Celo 1ed and Celo 2ed are constructed using UTX buckles, YKK zippers, functional nylon webbing, high strength nylon stitching and rugged 1000D Nylon. You can find out more from Disse Outdoor Gear, Dept. SAR, P.O. Box 6181, Glen Allen, VA 23058. Phone: (888) 854-5605. Website: www.dissegear.com.

Elzetta Announces New Tactical Strobe Tailcap

Elzetta is pleased to announce their new Tactical Strobe Tailcap, available on new Elzetta ZFL-M60 LED flashlights and also available separately as an upgrade (all Elzetta flashlight components may be purchased individually). Unlike competitive designs, you do not need to know Morse Code to change modes. There are no multiple clicks, no confusing menus, and no precise movements required to change modes. On/Off is achieved with the pushbutton while High/Strobe is selected by rotating the Tailcap (fully clockwise is Constant-On while unscrewing the Tailcap anywhere from a few degrees to a 1/4 rotation engages the strobe feature). This decoupled user interface is simple and intuitive, appropriate for high stress situations. (The user interface is just like our popular High/Low Tailcap only a high-frequency strobe replaces the ‘Low’ mode.) The Mode can be changed whether the Light is on or off. Also, unlike many competitive units, this High/Strobe Tailcap draws zero current when switched off so it will not drain your batteries when the light is in storage. For more information please contact Elzetta Design LLC, Dept. SAR, P.O. Box 54364, Lexington, KY 40555. Phone: (859) 707-7471. Fax: (859) 918-0465. On the web at www.elzetta.com.

Three New Products from Iron Creations LLC

Iron Creations LLC has three new products of special interest to the 1919A4 belt-fed shooter. The first is their Armorers/Display mount. This can be used either to work on the 1919A4 or just to display it without using a heavy, bulky tripod. It uses a standard .30 cal or .50 cal pintle and pins in place at the rear where the traverse would hook in. The mount comes apart for transport or storage and comes with all hardware except the pintle. It is black anodized and has rubber feet to keep it from sliding or marring surfaces. Next is their 1919A4 buttstock adapter. This is an adapter that allows an AR-15 stock to fit on the 1919A4. The 1919A6 looks cool but are very uncomfortable to shoot. With this adapter you can mount any AR-15 stock and solve the problem. All is does is replace the large screw in the back of the grip buffer tube. Then an AR stock just screws into the adapter. The adapters are made from steel and are parkerized. Finally, the have a 5-round 1919A4 linker. This is a small linker that is hand operated and very simple to use. Just lay in links and ammo, hold the black knob with one hand and push with the other to link 5 rounds at a time. This is an inexpensive way to link just a few at a time, especially in states where only 10 rounds can be link at once. Works with Israeli links and can link .308, .30-06 and 8mm. For more information or to place an order contact Iron Creations LLC, Dept. SAR, 1352 Shawhan Road, Morrow, OH 45152. Phone: (513) 535-4627. Website: www.ironcreationsllc.com.

Crimson Trace Announces Mil-Spec Laserguard for H&K 45C

Crimson Trace Corporation, manufacturer of Lasergrips and Laserguard laser-sighting systems and six time Academy of Excellence award winner for innovation, has launched their first product for a Heckler and Koch pistol – the Mil-Spec LG-645 Laserguard. Specifically designed to fit securely around the trigger guard of the HK 45C (compact), this rugged, waterproof compact laser sighting device is instinctively activated by a rubber overmolded switch located directly under the trigger guard on the front-strap of the pistol. This proprietary design assures that when the gun is held in a shooting grip, the laser activates immediately and reliably. Other features include a battery compartment easily accessible on the side of the Laserguard with a lanyard that secures the battery door to the unit at all times. This facilitates changing the battery without having to remove the unit from the gun, if desired. With its waterproof housing and same design characteristics as the IR version carried by the Naval Special Warfare, the LG-645 is a truly unique product. You can contact Crimson Trace Corporation, Dept. SAR, 9780 SW Freeman Drive, Wilsonville, OR 97070. Phone: (800) 442-2406. Fax: (503) 783-5334. On the web at www.crimsontrace.com.

New Bushnell Rangefinding Binoculars

With 15 years of laser rangefinder experience combined with over 60 years of optics ingenuity, Bushnell introduces the new Fusion 1600 ARC range finding binoculars. This device combines quality optics with the latest in laser range finding technology into one easy to carry package. The 10×42 binoculars feature BAK-4 roof prisms, built-in battery life indicator, twist-up eye pieces, and fully multi-coated optics with RainGuard HD coating, fully waterproof and submersible to meet IPX7 waterproof specification. The built in laser rangefinder will measure distances from 10-1,600 yards. It features ARC (Angle Range Compensating) technology, which calculates the angle to the target and gives the “hold over” range for the rifle shooter, and true horizontal distance for bow hunters. There is a brush mode for measuring distances in heavy cover and a bullseye mode for ranging in open areas. An additional key feature in the Fusion 1600 ARC is the Variable Sight-In Distance capability or VSI. In rifle mode, users can select between 100, 150, 200 or 300 yard sight-in distances to accommodate their shooting styles and preferences. They can also choose between inches and MOA for holdover on longer shots. The range of angle measurement is -90 to +90 degrees. The Fusion 1600 ARC laser range finding binoculars includes a battery, neck-strap and carrying case for a suggested price of $899. You can contact Bushnell Corporation, Dept. SAR, 9200 Cody, Overland Park, KS 66214. Phone: (913) 752-3410. Fax: (913) 752-3539. Website: www.bushnell.com.