Savage Arms® Announces Partnership with Become 1

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – November, 8th 2023 – Savage Arms is thrilled to announce its partnership with Become 1 on Sportsman Channel as part of the Outdoor Media Group Productions. Become 1 TV is dedicated to sharing information and stories about the outdoors directly from the source–hunters themselves. The organization produces content that aims to spread and protect the tradition of hunting with a mission to help hunters of all ages become better outdoorsmen and women.

“We’re looking forward to all that Become 1 has in the works for this year,” said Megan Harten, Marketing Manager for Savage Arms. “It’s always exciting to partner with a group that shares our values and Become 1’s focus on education for the outdoors industry is something that we are proud to support.”

The Become 1 brand and TV show produces hunting content and hunting education courses to help provide an inside look on all things hunting from those in the industry. From instructors, producers and cinematographers to the hunters on the field, viewers will be able to receive an education on all that this team has to offer. Fans can also sign up for on-site courses and events, as well as online courses to learn tips from the Become 1 team.

“We are honored to be part of the Savage Arms family. We are always trying to align ourselves with high quality brands that help us tell the stories of traditions in the outdoors, so we believe this is a perfect fit,” said Nick Ventura, Host and Co-Owner of Become 1 TV. “Their ability to innovate and push performance to new heights is what has made Savage such a household name and we are very excited for the future with them.”

To learn more about upcoming content, or to sign up for courses with Become 1 TV, visit their website at https://www.become1.tv/.

To hear the latest news from Savage Arms, head to their website at https://www.savagearms.com/ or follow them on all social platforms at @savagearmsinc.

Media Contact: Tim Brandt, Murray Road Agency

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About Savage Arms

Headquartered in Westfield, Massachusetts, Savage has been producing firearms for more than 125 years. Savage is one of the world's largest manufacturers of hunting, competition and targeting shooting centerfire and rimfire rifles, and shotguns. Their firearms are best known for accuracy, performance and innovation. The entrepreneurial spirit that originally defined the company is still evident in its ongoing focus on continuous innovation, craftsmanship, quality and service. Learn more at www.savagearms.com.

Gun Tote’n Mamas Launches New Concealed Carry Waist-Sling

NORTHBROOK, Illinois – November 6, 2023 – Gun Tote'n Mamas™, the leading provider of women’s protection solutions, is thrilled to announce its latest product, the GTM-116 Waist-Sling, available in lavender, black cowhide and the iconic Distressed Buffalo.

"The GTM-116 is meticulously designed to meet the trending needs of women seeking a practical and modern solution for carrying their firearm," stated Claudia Chisholm, President of GTM. "At Gun Tote’n Mamas, we understand what women want. Each of our bags undergoes rigorous testing by some of the top instructors in the USA. The new Waist-Sling combines functional design with impressively fast drawability that can surpass an on-body holster. This update to the original fanny pack truly empowers women to take control of their own style!"

The GTM-116 delivers on power, offering versatility as it can be worn on the waist or as a crossbody sling. Designed for use on either the left or right side, the bag features a light pebble surface texture crafted from American cowhide. The leather is shrunk to achieve this classic look and is lightly coated to protect against the elements while maintaining its color and consistent quality.

Key features include:

Available in black, lavender and Distressed Buffalo

RFID protected

Fits 50” waist fully extended with extender

Fits 24” waist fully retracted without extender

Gun compartment measures 7 ¼" wide x 5 ½" tall x 1" deep

Gun footprint area of 6 ½" wide x 4 3/4" tall

High-density poly strap webbing that is 1 ½" wide

Side and angled draw capability

Special padding prevents imprinting

Mini Holster

MAP: $105.95 (cowhide) / $110.95 (buffalo)

This design targets all situations demanding front-body draw wearability including wheelchair users, bike riders and horseback riders.

The Waist-Sling includes GTM’s iconic Mini Holster designed by Mernickle Custom Holsters, enabling side, angled and top draw (micro guns only). Tested with various firearms such as the SIG P365, SIG P238 and the Ruger LCP, the GTM-116 ensures exceptional reliability. Compatible with Crossbreed holsters, the bag also features a black slip lining that prevents lining grab and facilitates smooth gun drawing.

Gun Tote’n Mamas remains committed to prioritizing women’s protection and providing a practical and reliable way to step out in style. For more information about GTM Original and its services, visit gtmoriginal.com or call 847-446-0700 Ext. 105.

Media contact: Maggie Dazzio, Murray Road Agency

E-Mail: maggie.dazzio@murrayroadagency.com

About Gun Tote’n Mamas

Since 2009, Gun Tote’n Mamas has been a champion in women’s protection. As an affordable line of concealed carry leather purses and handbags, inspired and developed by women, for women, GTM creates reliable, durable products designed to carry all kinds of self-defense tools. Its parent company, Kingport Industries LLC, is 100% American women owned and operated. Each GTM product is tested by certified instructors in elite training facilities, including CSI, FBI and Navy SEALS. Visit gtmoriginal.com.

Guns & Ammo Names Safariland’s IncogX Holster of the Year

Jacksonville, Florida – Safariland®, a brand of The Safariland Group, a leading global provider of safety products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets and one of Cadre Holdings, Inc.’s (NYSE: CDRE) (“Cadre”) is proud to have the newly redesigned, RDS compatible, IncogX Named Holster of the Year by Guns & Ammo.

"Receiving the Holster of the Year award from Guns & Ammo is a tremendous honor for Safariland," said Eric Gasvoda, GM of Duty Gear for Safariland. "On behalf of both Safariland and the team at Haley Strategic Partners, we are thrilled to receive this prestigious award as it further validates our combined commitment to provide innovative and reliable products to the concealed carry community."

Each year, Guns & Ammo celebrates the best in firearms, ammunition, optics, gear, and innovation. The winners in each category are chosen based on their exceptional quality, reliability, widespread availability, and affordability. The IncogX IWB Holster stood out for its outstanding performance and value to customers.

"The IncogX holster is a vetted collaboration that reflects Travis Haley's brilliant concept, now evolved to accept present-day pistol configurations, a spare magazine, and support concealed-carry tactics. Safariland's state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities enhanced the holster design while keeping it affordably attainable for the law-abiding users interested in inside-the-waistband carry," said Eric R. Poole, Editor-in-Chief of Guns & Ammo. "Two respected names came together, shared their experience and reputations, producing one of the most important EDC holsters of our time. For its quality, innovation, features, and dependability, the Safariland IncogX decisively won Guns & Ammo's Holster of the Year award."

Safariland, in collaboration with Haley Strategic Partners, launched the IncogX in August 2023. The holster boasts passive retention, adjustable tension capabilities, and provides a smooth fit and draw, making it a top choice for concealed carry. Its versatility allows for concealed carry of a diverse range of handgun models and offers various carry positions.

Key features of the IncogX include three sizes of concealment-enhancing clip strut shims, micro and full-size red-dot compatibility, a microfiber suede-wrapped Boltaron body, an optional magazine caddy with tension adjustment, over-the-belt polymer clips, and passive trigger guard with ejection port retention. The IncogX is designed to fit popular firearms from GLOCK, SIG SAUER, and Shadow Systems, with additional fits in development.

Safariland is proud to receive this recognition from Guns & Ammo and will continue to innovate and provide the highest quality products to the firearms community.

For more information about the award-winning IncogX, visit safariland.com.

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About The Safariland Group

The Safariland Group is a leading global provider of a broad range of safety and survivability products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets. The Safariland Group offers a number of recognized brand names in these markets including Safariland® Armor, Duty Gear and Communications, Bianchi®, Break Free®, Hatch®, Med-Eng®, Identicator® and NIK®. The Safariland Group's mission, “Together, We Save Lives®”, is inherent in the lifesaving and protective products it delivers. The Safariland Group is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. The Safariland Group is a trade name of Safariland, LLC.

About Haley Strategic Partners

Bringing together the leading tactical, strategic and design professionals in the world, Haley Strategic harnesses experience and passion to raise the bar and drive action leading to greatness in every project it undertakes. Led by Special Operations Forces veteran CEO Travis Haley, the Haley Strategic team delivers a wealth of services, including dynamic hands-on live fire training, high-level product stress testing and development and more.