TEAM SAFARILAND MEMBER DOUG KOENIG WINS THE 2009 MASTERS INTERNATIONAL SHOOTING CHAMPIONSHIP FOR THE 16TH TIME

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, September 11, 2009—Safariland, a BAE Systems line of business, is pleased to announce that Doug Koenig, long-time Team Safariland member, won the 2009 Masters International Shooting Championship held at PASA Park in Barry, Illinois. Koenig used the new Safariland™ 013 Competition Holster to win the Speed event portion of the competition.

The Masters International Championship event tests shooters’ overall handgun capabilities by encompassing three different shooting disciplines in various stages of fire. In addition to capturing the title spot in the Speed event, Koenig also won the Precision and Long Range events, winning every stage of the match, showing his continued versatility as a premier professional shooter.

Arguably one of the most winning professionals, Koenig has been a member of Team Safariland since 1988, winning his 16th Masters Tournament this year, and thus continuing to add to his collection of National Championships. In addition to his Masters Championship, this year Koenig brought his son Trevor along to compete in the Junior division. Trevor followed in his father’s footsteps by winning the Junior division at this year’s Masters Championship tournament.

Safariland, LLC is a premier provider of law enforcement and security products and services, delivering a full-range of customer-specific solutions. Offering many of the world’s most recognizable branded products in the public safety market, Safariland is committed to saving lives.

SAFARILAND™ ADDRESSES GROWING EDW MARKET, INTRODUCES EDW DUTY HOLSTER SERIES FOR THE TASER® X26

New Electrical Discharge Weapon (EDW) holster combines industry leading ALS™ retention with ambidextrous usage

  Jacksonville, FL., July 10, 2009—Safariland, a BAE Systems line of business, introduces today a comprehensive line of Automatic Locking System (ALS™) duty holsters for Electrical Discharge Weapons (EDWs) that provide law enforcement officers secure weapon protection with quick and easy access.

Offered in seven model configurations with different belt mounting options, each of the new EDW duty holsters feature Safariland’s industry leading ALS design for secure weapon retention without straps or snaps to manipulate. The ALS release is ambidextrous and intuitive, and allows for strongside as well as cross draw carry. Designed specifically to fit the Taser® X26, the new EDW holsters offer a closed bottom with drain hole to protect the cartridge and automatically reactivate the safety on the Taser® X26 when reholstering. Additionally, the holster is designed to protect the top portion of the X26 from abrasion and impact. Most of the new models are also ambidextrous for added flexibility.

Both the Model 6310 and Model 6315 holsters feature Safariland’s Universal Belt Loop (UBL) for wear on a 2” (50mm) or 2.25” (58mm) uniformed equipment belt. The Model 6310 is a standard-ride design and the Model 6315 is a 1.5” (38mm) belt-drop version. The Model 6317 comes standard with the patented Model 567BL injection-molded belt loop for 1.5”-1.75” belt widths, yet will accommodate any of the additional six 567BL options that are available.

The Safariland Model 6312 ALS EDW holster is available with a clip so that accessories do not need to be removed from the rig in order to remove the holster. The Model 745BL clip will pass a Level I Retention™ pull test and fits belts from 1.5” (38mm) to 2.25” (58mm). All EDW holsters are designed for ambidextrous use, but future models will also be available in specifically right and left hand versions. The Model 6318 EDW holster offers increased versatility by employing an injection-molded, contoured paddle, allowing officers the ability to use it without having to remove the belt.

Also available are two tactical leg versions, the Model 6334 ALS EDW Holster with 6004 Leg Shroud and the Model 6335 ALS EDW Holster with 6005 Leg Shroud. They both feature the leg harness, double leg strap and leg shroud with mounting holes for optional accessories. The Model 6335 also features the quick-release detachable leg harness.

The new ALS EDW duty holsters are offered in a variety of finishes and colors. All are available in STX Tactical™, foliage green, OD green and flat dark earth brown, while the Model 6310, Model 6315, Model 6317 and Model 6318 are also available in STX Plain, STX Basket and STX Hi-Gloss.

MSRPs are as follows:

• Model 6310: $112.00
• Model 6312: $92.00
• Model 6315: $112.00
• Model 6317: $92.00
• Model 6318: $92.00
• Model 6334: $139.00
• Model 6335: $149.00

Safariland, LLC is a premier provider of law enforcement and security products and services, delivering a full-range of customer-specific solutions. Offering many of the world’s most recognizable branded products in the public safety market, Safariland is committed to saving lives.

TEAM SAFARILAND™ MEMBERS WIN THREE INDIVIDUAL TITLES AT NRA BIANCHI® CUP PISTOL TOURAMENT

Jacksonville, FL., June 29,2009—Safariland, a BAE Systems line of business, congratulates Team Safariland members John Pride, Rob Leatham and Scott Carnahan on their victories at the 2009 NRA Bianchi Cup Pistol Tournament. Team Safariland finished second overall at the event.

Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the NRA Bianchi Cup was held in Columbia, Missouri May 18 - 23 and featured a total of 152 shooters. John Pride, with a clean score of 1920-168X, became the Senior Champion; Rob Leatham won the Metallic Championship with a score of 1909; Scott Carnahan brought home the Open Expert title with a score of 1902. Team Safariland members Doug Koenig and Mike Voigt also had strong showings at the tournament. Koenig came in second overall with a clean score of 1920-177X and won the Open Bianchi Shoot Off, while Voigt finished sixth overall for the entire event with a 1918 score.

Pride is a four-time NRA Police National Champion, a four-time NRA Bianchi Cup Champion and a three-time Canadian National Police Revolver Champion. Rob Leatham is a twenty two-time U.S. Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) National Champion, a five-time International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC) World Champion and a seven-time NRA Bianchi Cup Champion. Scott Carnahan is a three-time USPSA National Class Champion. Carnahan also serves as a Vice President of Vice President, Category Marketing Duty Gear, Less Lethal and Firearms Accessories for Safariland.

Safariland, LLC is a premier provider of law enforcement and security products and services, delivering a full-range of customer-specific solutions. Offering many of the world’s most recognizable branded products in the public safety market, Safariland is committed to saving lives.

Team Safariland's Rob Leatham Wins 15^th Consecutive Top Shooter at Springfield Armory Single Stack Classic

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, June 29, 2009—Safariland, a BAE Systems line of business, proudly congratulates Team Safariland member Rob Leatham on winning top shooter at the Springfield Armory Single Stack Classic. Winning for the 15th consecutive time, Leatham has won top shooter every year the event has been held. The Springfield Armory Single Stack Classic was held from April 30th to May 2nd in Barry, Illinois and included a total of 255 competitors.

Team Safariland member Mike Voigt finished second to Leatham while teammate Kippi Leatham was second in the women’s division. Four of the top six shooters in the men’s division were using Safariland holsters.

Rob Leatham is a twenty-two-time USPSA National Champion, five-time IPSC World Champion and a seven-time NRA Bianchi Cup Champion. In 2008 Leatham was the Smith and Wesson IDPA Indoor Nationals ESP Champion. In 2007, Leatham was the USPSA Limited Nationals Champion, USPSA Limited 10 National Champion and NRA Bianchi Cup Metallic Champion.

Mike Voigt is the 2008 USPSA Area 1 Champion, a nine-time USPSA Multi-Gun National Champion, five-time International Tactical Rifle Champion and four-time IPSC World Champion Team member.

Kippi Leatham is a three-time USPSA Limited 10 National Champion and a two-time USPSA Production National Champion. She is also a four-time member of “Gold Team USA” IPSC World Champions.

TEAM SAFARILAND’S ROB LEATHAM WINS 15th CONSECUTIVE TOP SHOOTER AT SPRINGFIELD ARMORY SINGLE STACK CLASSIC

Jacksonville, FL., June 29,2009—Safariland, a BAE Systems line of business, proudly congratulates Team Safariland member Rob Leatham on winning top shooter at the Springfield Armory Single Stack Classic. Winning for the 15th consecutive time, Leatham has won top shooter every year the event has been held. The Springfield Armory Single Stack Classic was held from April 30th to May 2nd in Barry, Illinois and included a total of 255 competitors.

Team Safariland member Mike Voigt finished second to Leatham while teammate Kippi Leatham was second in the women’s division. Four of the top six shooters in the men’s division were using Safariland holsters.

Rob Leatham is a twenty-two-time USPSA National Champion, five-time IPSC World Champion and a seven-time NRA Bianchi Cup Champion. In 2008 Leatham was the Smith and Wesson IDPA Indoor Nationals ESP Champion. In 2007, Leatham was the USPSA Limited Nationals Champion, USPSA Limited 10 National Champion and NRA Bianchi Cup Metallic Champion.

Mike Voigt is the 2008 USPSA Area 1 Champion, a nine-time USPSA Multi-Gun National Champion, five-time International Tactical Rifle Champion and four-time IPSC World Champion Team member.

Kippi Leatham is a three-time USPSA Limited 10 National Champion and a two-time USPSA Production National Champion. She is also a four-time member of “Gold Team USA” IPSC World Champions.

Safariland, LLC is a premier provider of law enforcement and security products and services, delivering a full-range of customer-specific solutions. Offering many of the world’s most recognizable branded products in the public safety market, Safariland is committed to saving lives.

SAFARILAND™ INTRODUCES NEW INSIDE-THE-WAISTBAND HOLSTER

Jacksonville, FL., June 15, 2009—Safariland, a BAE Systems line of business, announced today its newest Inside-the-Waistband (IWB) concealment holster, expertly designed for improved grip, holstering and concealability for plainclothes or civilian carry.

The new Safariland Model 18 IWB holster is made with durable SafariLaminate™, and its open top design enables users to efficiently access their firearms in any situation. A synthetic suede outer material grips clothing to minimize movement of the holster, increasing comfort and concealability while the holster’s inside lining helps protect the finish of the weapon.

The low profile design of the Safariland Model 18 IWB holster features a double-snap belt loop that allows the holster to be adjusted for cant angle and overall positioning within the waistband. The Model 18 fits 1.25” (38mm) to 1.5” (45mm) belt widths and is designed to fit pistols and revolvers with barrels ranging from 2” to 5”. Available in black sueded finish, the Model 18 IWB holster has an MSRP of $78.00.

Safariland, LLC is a premier provider of law enforcement and security products and services, delivering a full-range of customer-specific solutions. Offering many of the world’s most recognizable branded products in the public safety market, Safariland is committed to saving lives.

SAFARILAND™ INTRODUCES NEW CONCEALMENT HOLSTER PACKAGES

Jacksonville, FL., May 26, 2009—Safariland, a BAE Systems line of business, announced today that three of its best-selling concealment holsters, the Model 568, Model 5188 and Model 6378, will now come standard with both a concealment belt slide and paddle mount. The new Safariland holster packages will provide users with the convenience of purchasing a single holster with a variety of mounts for mission-specific requirements.

“These packages continue to demonstrate why Safariland is the industry leader when it comes to providing users with products that meet their shooting needs,” said Scott Carnahan, Vice President of Category and Segment Marketing, Safariland. “Now that all our companies are integrated under the single Safariland umbrella, no other company is as well equipped to respond to the various needs of our clientele.”

The Model 568 concealment holster provides flexibility for officers who carry a range of concealable weapons by providing four pistol and four revolver fits that can accommodate more than 100 different firearms. The Model 568 and Model 6378 feature a suede lining to help protect the weapon’s finish and are available in STX plain black or carbon fiber-look finish.

The Model 5188 concealment holster features an ergonomically designed paddle mount to provide greater concealability. The holster is compact and lightweight with low-cut sides, allowing for ease of draw and added comfort. The Model 5188 is also available with fits for light mounted weapons and is available in STX plain black.

The Model 6378 concealment holster features the industry-proven Automatic Locking System (ALS™) that automatically secures the weapon once holstered. The open-top design allows for a natural thumb-only draw. No fingers are needed in the trigger guard area when removing the weapon from the holster. The Model 6378 fits most pistols and is available in STX Plain Black and Carbon Fiber Look finishes.

All three Safariland concealment holsters include the patented injection-molded belt loop that is user-adjustable for cant angle and can be worn cross draw, incorporating 1.5”-1.75” (38mm – 45mm) slots. The belt loop is also available in six other offerings to fit both standard and low-ride carry options for 1.5” – 2.25” belt widths. All three models are constructed of genuine SafariLaminate™ for added durability and comfort. The new concealment holsters are IDPA- (International Defensive Pistol Association) approved for use in IDPA matches. MSRPs are as follows:

Safariland, LLC is a premier provider of law enforcement and security products and services, delivering a full-range of customer-specific solutions. Offering many of the world’s most recognizable branded products in the public safety market, Safariland is committed to saving lives.

TEAM SAFARILAND TAKES GOLD AT SUPERSTITION MOUNTAIN MYSTERY 3-GUN

Jacksonville, FL., May 6, 2009—Safariland, a BAE Systems line of business, proudly congratulates Team Safariland on its gold medal winning performance at the Superstition Mountain Mystery 3-Gun in Mesa, Arizona. The three-day event was held from March 27th through the 29th and included a total of 245 shooters.

Team Safariland members Mike Voigt and Scott Carnahan also brought home individual honors. Voigt won the Open Class using the new 013 Competition Holster System and Safariland PFI-600 3-9 Compact Scope. Voigt is the 2008 USPSA Area 1 Champion, 9-time USPSA Multi-Gun National Champion, 5-time International Tactical Rifle Champion and 4-time IPSC World Champion Team member. Carnahan finished in the top 30 in the Tactical Scope division using the new Safariland 1-4 CQLR Scope and 5188 holster and rig. Carnahan is the 2008 USPSA Single Stack Nationals Class winner and 3-time USPSA National Class Champion and serves as the VP, Category and Segment Marketing for Duty Gear, Less Lethal and Firearms Accessories.

Safariland products also helped both Maggie Reese and Tasha Hanish win their respective divisions at the Superstition Mountain Mystery 3-Gun. Reese won top honors in the Open Ladies Division with the Safariland 013 Competition Holster System, while Hanish won the Tactical Scope Ladies Divison using the Safariland 568 holster and rig.

Safariland, LLC is a premier provider of law enforcement and security products and services, delivering a full-range of customer-specific solutions. Offering many of the world’s most recognizable branded products in the public safety market, Safariland is committed to saving lives.

SAFARILAND™ INTRODUCES PREMIER SCOPE, NEWEST ADDITION TO OPTICS LINE

Jacksonville, FL., April 22, 2009—Safariland, a BAE Systems line of business, announced today the latest addition to the newly introduced line of Safariland optics, the RR-CQLR-1. This new magnified scope features a ranging component and illuminated reticle, improving aiming effectiveness in both low light and daylight conditions.

Designed by Pride-Fowler, Inc., the RR-CQLR-1 provides a precise aim regardless of the power or magnification settings. The scope features a convenient fast-focus eyepiece adjustment and multi-coated lenses that reduce reflections and provide a clearer image of the target. The reticle is aligned in the first focal plane, keeping the reticle and target in the same proportion in any magnification. The RR-CQLR-1 is easily adjusted horizontally for windage and vertically for elevation with positive ¼ Minute of Angle (M.O.A) clicks on the low-profile, target-type knobs allowing the shooter to quickly compensate for crosswinds. Any changes made can be reset back to zero by simply clicking a button.

The RR-CQLR-1 is optimal for .308 Winchester and .223 Remington ammunition as well as other similar ballistic coefficients and velocities. The scope’s variable magnification is 1-4x24mm and is encased in durable 30mm one-piece 6061-T6 aluminium tube, which is available in a matte black anodized finish.

The new Safariland RR-CQLR-1 has an MSRP starting at $1,290 and is available for purchase through Safariland dealers and direct to the end user at www.holsters.com.

Safariland, LLC is a premier provider of law enforcement and security products and services, delivering a full-range of customer-specific solutions. Offering many of the world’s most recognizable branded products in the public safety market, Safariland is committed to saving lives.

SAFARILAND™ INTRODUCES NEW MOLLE LOCKING SYSTEM FOR HOLSTERS

Jacksonville, FL., March 12, 2009—Safariland, a BAE Systems line of business, announced today the introduction of its new MOLLE Locking System (MLS™) and Quick Locking System (QLS ™) for law enforcement, SWAT, military and personal protection applications. The two new locking systems allow users to quickly mount, reposition and remove many Safariland holsters or accessories to belts or MOLLE loop-equipped apparel.

The Safariland MLS allows holsters and accessories to be attached to any belt or MOLLE loop-equipped apparel using two locking forks. Squeezing the two forks together and pulling removes the MLS, allowing users to rapidly modify gear arrangements without the need for tools or removal of vests, leg shrouds or belts. The MLS can also be used for mounting holsters and accessories beneath a dashboard inside a vehicle or under a desk in a home or business.

The Safariland QLS attaches holsters and accessories on locking forks similar to the MLS, yet is designed for a duty officer to be able to slide the QLS fork onto the duty belt. The duty plate is designed specifically for the Universal Belt Loop (UBL) and will satisfy a Level I Retention™ pull test.

The Safariland MLS and QLS will work with any Safariland duty, tactical or concealment holster that features a standard three-hole bolt pattern. A Safariland ALS™ (Automatic Locking System) holster is recommended for both applications.

The new Safariland MLS and QLS are available in black, flat dark earth brown, foliage green or OD green.

2009 SHOT Show Auction Yields $33,179 For Support of Hunting Heritage

Orlando, FL., January 18, 2009—When the GunBroker.com gavel signaled the end of 2009 SHOT Show auction, spirited bidding on three historic collector offerings had yielded $33, 179 in support of America’s hunting and shooting sports heritage.

Coordinated for the first time by the Hunting Heritage Trust (in conjunction with NSSF), the 2009 auction package featured an extraordinary combination of one-of-kind offerings from Bianchi, Colt Manufacturing Company, Marlin Firearms, Remington Arms and Hornady Manufacturing.

Topping the 2009 bidding was $15,100 for a magnificent one-of-a-kind Bianchi silver trimmed double gunbelt rig fitted with two fully engraved Colt Single Action Army pistols. Purchased by Ralph Garcia-Toledo of Florida, the package was prepared in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Bianchi brand. The Colts featured nickel plating, full coverage engraving by Colt master engravers and wrap-around Ivory grips. Rig and revolvers come in a custom-built presentation case.

A historic pair of Marlin rifles, featuring Serial #1 and Serial #2 of the new Marlin 338MXLR Custom in the new 338 Marlin Express cartridge, brought a high bid of $11,054, from Col. Jerome Ersland of Oklahoma. The Serial #1Marlin was hand engraved by Baron Engraving with elk and bear designs accented by scroll engraving based on historically accurate Marlin patterns. In contrast, Serial #2 was an “out-of-the box” example. Rounding out this package was a case of Hornady 338 Marlin Express ammunition documented to be the first case of 338 Marlin Express made available to the consumer market. The case and each individual box was signed and authenticated by Hornady President, Steve Hornady. A striking and historic offering by Remington Arms of Serial # 1 of the innovative Remington 105 CTi II attracted scores of bidders and yielded a high bid of $7,025. The original CTi was an industry award winner in 2007 and the CTi II is new for 2009. This striking shotgun was hand engraved by Baron Engraving and includes a handsome presentation case. The 2009 auction was featured exclusively on www.GunBroker.com. Proceeds will benefit the efforts of the Hunting Heritage Trust in support of America’s hunting and shooting sports heritage.

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