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Murdoc's FNP-40 and CQC SERPA Holster by Blackhawk

Was digging through some stuff the other night and came across this holster that I got last summer at Blackhawk’s writer conference. I asked for one for my FNP-40, but Blackhawk currently doesn’t make one specifically for that gun and I got one that fits a Glock 20 and S&W M&P .45. It was a little tight for my gun (’rubbing off the finish’ tight) and I set it aside until I could work on it a bit.

…Four months later…

A little work with a Dremel, a file, and some sandpaper has everything working smoothly.

Here are a couple of videos featuring Blackhawk’s Chuck Buis and the SERPA that I linked earlier.

A commenter asked why I was planning to put a bayonet lug onto my AR’s gas block, noting that a bayonet would not be particularly useful in this configuration.

The main purpose would be use with a bipod, though I do have a Versa-Pod that I like.

Another purpose, of course, would be to up the “scary factor” of the gun. When people ask what I ‘need’ one of ‘those guns’ for, I could point to the lug and say “Because I can mount a sharp bayonet on it.”

I’m also hoping to acquire a shoulder thing that goes up, but they’re so tightly regulated that they can’t be found. My only hope at this point is a gun show loophole.

UPDATE: Maybe the shortage of shoulder things that go up is due to the fact that they’re all flowing over the border and arming Mexican drug gangs.

UPDATE 2: It didn’t occur to me to point out the cut-out on the barrel and tell them “that’s so I can mount a grenade launcher.”

What is that cut out actually called? Is there a term for it?

Embarrassingly, Murdoc’s AR has been non-functional for some time. Last night I finally got things put back together. Here it is in its current configuration:

Murdoc's Black Gun

It started out as a DPMS Panther AP4 Carbine and I’ve made the following changes:

• Modular Gas Block by Brownells
• Two-Piece Forearm by Midwest Industries
• XTM Rail Panels by Magpul
• Flip-Up Front Sight by Midwest Industries
• Same Plane Low Profile Flip-Up Rear Sight by Midwest Industries
• MIAD Grip by Magpul
• Enhanced Trigger Guard by Magpul
• AR-Restor Buffer by Enidine/Brownells (not visible)
• The pictured mag is a 30-Round SOCOM Tan Magazine by Brownells with a Ranger Floor Plate by Magpul

I’ve still got these to install:

• Mil-Spec Buffer Tube by Stag Arms
• CTR Stock by Magpul
• Bayonet Lug for the Brownells Gas Block

I also sometimes use a generic forward vertical grip, a Versa-Pod bipod, and an MD2 LED Light/Laser from Pentagon Light. When I want to take longer shots, I slap an inexpensive Barska 40mm scope (not sure what model) on the rail.

I’ve still got to go function fire this thing and re-zero yet, so it’s not 100% ready to go. It’s certainly not the only gun in the cabinet, but I’ve been itching a bit since it went out of action this summer.

Does anyone else get to feeling a little antsy when guns are out of commission?

Sharp:

Remington Premier Rescue Knife - Escape Series

• Handle made of rugged slip resistant Forprene material with glow in the dark inserts
• Auto blade lock button in handle
• Lanyard hole
• Glass breaker
• 440C 3 ½” Sheepfoot combo blade with Remington etch
• 5 ½” Closed
• Ships with Heavy Duty Cordura Sheath with front Velcro closure and M.O.L.L.E. system in back
• MSRP: $119

Murdoc’s model has an engraved blade for the Freedom Group New Products Seminar which I attended earlier this month.

A Double model with a push-button 3″ belt/web cutter is also available (pictured below).
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New powerful LED weapon-mount light from American Technologies Network:

ATN Javelin J600W

The ATN J600W flashlight can be hand-carried or attached to any Picatinny/standard Weaver mount. Another unique feature of the ATN J600W is the modular front bezel which is designed to provide a powerful defense in close quarter combat. Law enforcement personnel can also use the bright white light of the J600W as a momentary less-lethal, defensive tool causing approximately 10 seconds of temporary transient blindness in an assailant. The ATN Javelin J600W flashlight comes with a tactical control wire and has an MSRP of $269.00.

SPECIFICATIONS
• MATERIAL: AIRCRAFT GRADE ALUMINIUM
• POWER IN LUMENS: 600 LUMENS
• LAMP TYPE: LED
• BATTERY TYPE: 3V CR123A LITHIUM X 4
• MOUNT: PICATINNY / STANDARD WEAVER
• LENGTH: 202 MM
• WEIGHT: 0.38 KG
• COLOR: BLACK

The hand-held version, the J600, retails for $199.00.

LaserLyte PB-3 Mini Survival Knife Pistol Bayonet

LaserLyte® introduces the “Mini Survival Knife” pistol bayonet that features an exaggerated top serrated two-tone blade. This is the third generation in the extremely popular line of LaserLyte/Ka-BAR® brand pistol bayonets. The LaserLyte “Mini Survival Knife” is ready for any situation – or just looking cool on your favorite gun.

This razor-sharp, 2.75 inch Ka-Bar blade fits on any medium to large pistol with rail and slides on and off easily with the press of two buttons. Its carbon steel blade is sharpened to a fine edge and finished with a black Teflon® coating for protection. Featuring a full tang design, the blade also comes with a custom polymer sheath. The blade handle is constructed from 30 percent glass-filled nylon for extra strength and durability. MSRP $49.95.

LaserLyte Pistol Bayonet Specifications:
• Product Number: PB-3
• Compatible Firearms: with rails, medium to large frame pistols
• Material: medium carbon, glass filled nylon
• Weight: 2.6 oz., 73.71 g
• Blade Length: 2.75 in., 69.85 mm
• Overall Length: 5.75 in., 146.05 mm
• MSRP: $49.95

I can see the “just looking cool” function. I’m not really sure about anything else. More info, including a video, at the LaserLyte site.

Legendary Long-Range Tactical Binocular Receives Ultimate Armor Upgrade

With their huge objective lenses and Porro-prism construction, the 15×80mm Military binocular and the more powerful 20×80 Military have become the easily recognizable staple of both the government operators and those who portray them on the silver screen. From the real-world hands of a lance corporal forward observer in the Persian Gulf, to the fictional grip of Lord Helmet as he was about to “comb the desert,” to government agents pursuing comic-book heroes at your local cinema, Steiner’s long-hinge Military binoculars have been making a difference.

Now, the mil-spec ISO 9001/2008 tested and approved 15×80 and 20×80 Military and Commander Military (compass equipped) binoculars have been upgraded with a new NBR (nitrile butadiene rubber) armor coating that is virtually impervious to any invasive compound it may encounter. Furthermore, the binoculars in this line have been outfitted with a pair of NPR flip-off covers that protect the objective lenses during periods of inactivity. Designed to be the most rugged, strongest military optical instrument ever made, these tough binoculars are also available to folks without a military ID.

15x80 Commander Military by Steiner

SPECS
15×80 w/compass – Item no. 416
Weight w/compass: 58 oz
Field of view:195 feet @ 1000 yards
Eye relief: 13mm
Dimensions: (inches) 12L x 8.6W x 3.6H

Full press release below:
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Richard Mann’s Carry Methods, Part III is up at Guns And Hunting.

If you missed them, also see
Part II: The Paddle and
Part I: The Pancake

Trijicon Selects Driftwood Media

Wixom, MI – Trijicon, Inc. manufacturer of high quality, innovative sighting systems for law enforcement, military, hunting and the shooting sports, has selected Driftwood Media, Inc. to carry out its media relations and communications efforts.

“We are happy to be working with Eddie Stevenson and Driftwood Media”, said Tom Munson, Trijicon Director of Sales and Marketing. “Trijicon has worked hard over the past few years to increase our presence in the industry and we will rely on Driftwood Media to help us continue our amazing growth.”

Eddie’s a great guy and it’s awesome to see his new venture land this great client.

As for Trijicon, they’ve got to be one of the top companies in our beleaguered Wolverine State.

Recently, I posted a pic of this good stuff:

I didn’t have much info on it at the time, but now Glenn Reynolds has linked to some details.

Says Reynolds:

I think of this as more of a Strategic Bacon Reserve.

You can never be too prepared.