Glock wins "Excellence in Firearms Manufacturing"

Photo by R. Oak

SMYRNA, Ga. (November 13, 2012) – Today GLOCK, Inc. announced that the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) presented the company with the “Excellence in Firearms Manufacturing” award at the 39^th Annual Meeting and Expo, held at the World Center Marriott Resort in Orlando, Fla., on Nov. 6, 2012. This marks the first time GLOCK has been presented this particular award.

The NASGW Awards are distributed annually to the industry-leading optics, accessory, ammunition and firearms manufacturers who best demonstrate a commitment to two-step distribution and who provide “outstanding value and service.”

“GLOCK is proud to be recognized for its attention to detail and commitment to excellence in manufacturing,” commented Josh Dorsey, GLOCK Vice President. “This award is a testament to our hard work and dedication to delivering our best, every day. We are in great company among the other award winners in the optics, accessories and ammunition categories.”

The criterion for judging was divided into four key components which include:

1. Distribution Policy – Manufacturer’s distribution policy and support of the two-step distribution
2. Marketing, Promotion and Sales – Knowledgeable, dependable, sales representation and participation in distributor sales training programs
3. Logistics and Operations – Promptness of delivery, accuracy, fill rate, effective customer support, adherence to UPC requirements, effective and efficient returns policy and documentation
4. NASGW & Industry Support – Exhibits at the annual Expo with key principals in attendance, offers exclusive program for members and is prepared with pricing and new product introductions, supports and contributes to industry programs and causes

“These companies, including GLOCK, represent quality products and services to our members for many years and have been strong supporters of wholesale distribution,” said Jack Baumler, NASGW’s Chairman of the Board.

About GLOCK, Inc.

The GLOCK GROUP is a leading global manufacturer of pistols and accessories. GLOCK's superior engineering has produced a pistol with only 34 parts and a rugged polymer-frame, providing industry-leading reliability shot after shot. GLOCK is renowned for its pistols which are safe, featuring three safeties; simple, offering a low number of components to provide reliability; and fast, with no encumbering parts to slow the speed to fire. This combination makes GLOCK pistols the first choice among consumers and law enforcement, with 65% of agencies within the United States choosing to carry GLOCK. Austrian-engineered, the group has manufacturing facilities in the United States and Austria. Based in Smyrna, Ga., GLOCK, Inc. is an advocate for our nation's law enforcement and military personnel, as well as all citizens' Second Amendment right to bear arms. For more information, please visit www.glock.com.

The Ambi-Catch (Retail $89.95)

From Norgon :

"The Norgon, LLC Ambi-Catch™ is a patented "drop-in" replacement of the original magazine catch for M16A2 Rifles, M4 Carbines, AR15 Rifles and other firearms that use an M16 type magazine.





Our improved magazine catch eliminates magazine retention problems that are caused by the "issue" magazine catch. When installed the Ambi-Catch™ also gives both right and left-handed shooters the flexibility to choose from several different magazine release methods."

JMC Custom KYDEX holsters and mag pouches

I've been looking for a good KYDEX holster and lo and behold ITS tactical did a review of one for the SIG P226R Tactical by JMC Custom.  The holster and mag pouches seem to work great but it also looks incredibly good.  Also, I really dig the desert digi-camo finish.  Anyways, click below to read the full article by ITS Tactical...

Link

AR-15 Bump Fire Stock

Slide Fire Solutions makers of the SSAR-15 introduced this stock a while ago and this thing is getting popular all over the place and I definitely think ALL ammunition manufacturers would definitely approve of it!  Designed to bump fire by sliding the stock without any modification to the fire control parts, this thing can empty a full mag in secongs, sounds like N.F.A. territory, but according to the makers it's legal to own without Federal restrictions.  Here's a video demonstrating it:

Surefire EarPro EP-3 Sonic Defenders

The EP-3 by Surefire is a new earplug that protects hearing while being able to hear normal conversations and sounds.  The EP-3 is designed to reduce any noise above 85DB and is rated to reduce by up to 24dB, it is a must for any shooter that does not like the fit of an earmuff.  I know I use the foam earplugs whenever possible as it is lo-profile and protects pretty good for what it is.  The EP-3 however, is a 21st century design with no electronics or batteries to worry about.  The best part is the price, it retails for $13.95, and that's another reason to try it, you'll get hooked.  It is also available in 3 sizes.  Anyways, here are some videos about the Surefire EP-3...enjoy!


Official Surefire video


A good review by MuddCreek Outdoors


A comparison review of the EP-3, EP-4, and EP-6

Setting up a Remington 700 bolt action rifle on a "budget"

LoneWolfUSMC from Youtube uploaded a detailed video on how to mount a scope on a Remington 700. The video is very thorough and covers the basic steps to properly install a scope and finishes up by showing us how to zero it. But among other things, one thing I found interesting was that he bedded the scope mount itself, which is something I wasn't aware of (I just love it when I learn a new thing!). Anyway, he's very detailed and he even covers tools and techniques to properly set up his rifle. The best part is that this project uses affordable components.

SHOT Show 2011 trends

Thanks to SOCOM'S Precision Sniper Rifle procurement competition, this year's theme is definitely about long range rifles and the catch words are "CHASSIS" and .338 LAPUA MAGNUM. Yes, all major manufacturers are doing a makeover on bolt-action rifles and I mean ALL! Well at least that's what it feels like here. From Savage Arms, Remington, SigArms, Barrett, and many others, they all are ditching the fiberglass montecarlo/hunting stocks and putting it in an aluminum "chassis" with rails to mount as many accessories as needed. On top of that, these firearms are designed to fire the powerful and long ranged .338 LAPUA MAGNUM which is becoming the standard for extreme long ranges.



Two companies I visited were Barrett Firearms and Accuracy International. These companies are relatively new, but have been successful in the military and sniper communities. This year Barrett has a new .338 Lapua Magnum chambered rifle, the MRAD. The MRAD is designed specifically for SOCOM PSR. According to the company it's the lightest among the competition. Time will tell if it'll be a successful design.

Accuracy International needs no introduction among professionals as it is the standard in the long range community since it has the record for the longest kills. Last year, they've overhauled their design and done away with the thumbhole style stock to a more conventional pistolgrip stock. This year, they've redesigned their .50 caliber line with the AX50 and added new calibers. Their line of precision rifles is extensive and shows why they are on top.