Sig Sauer's Tango6T has been selected by the U.S. Department of Defense for the Direct View Optic (DVO) in response to a solicitation to enhance squad performance with a variable powered riflescope.

Unlike older generation non-magnified or fixed-magnification optics, the Tango6T is a 1-6X variable-magnification riflescope that enables the soldier to engage both close quarter targets and targets at extended ranges.

This award from the U.S. DoD is the third award for the riflescope; previously selections for the Tango6T include the Squad Designated Marksman Rifle (SDMR) and the USSOCOM Squad-Variable Powered Scope (S-VPS). The Tango6T is currently in use with the U.S. Army Squad Designated Marksman and U.S. Military Special Forces.

“After rigorous and stringent testing, where the best of the industry competed, we are proud to confirm the Tango6T riflescope has been selected by the U.S. Army as the Direct View Optic,” said Ron Cohen, President and CEO. “This is a three-peat for the Tango6T. As the riflescope continues to prove it will withstand the rigors of U.S. military testing, making it the choice for use with our soldiers. The further proliferation of the riflescope into the U.S. Military’s M4A1 operating system is an exciting achievement for Sig Sauer Electro-Optics and further proof that the Tango6T is the direction of the future.”

The Tango6T 1-6x24 DVO riflescope will be used on M4A1 carbines. It is a first focal plane ruggedized riflescope with a Flat Dark Earth (FDE) anodized aircraft grade aluminum main tube. It features the DWLR6 reticle capable of providing range estimation and wind holds at extreme distances, the advanced Hellfire illumination system for fast target acquisition, a locking illumination dial, Power Selector Ring (PSR) Throw Lever, the Alpha4 ultralight mount, and a laser-marked scope level indicator for intuitive installation.

The Tango6T 1-6x24MM is available commercially at local retailers and at sigsauer.com, in first and second plane, and varying reticles including 5.56/7.62 Horseshoe Dot, Hellfire MOA Milling, Hellfire FL-6 and the new DWLR6.

XS Sights Changes Name Popular Sight

XS Sights is changing the name of its popular 3-Dot RAM Night Sights, effective immediately, to R3D Night Sights due to a trademark issue.

“We always like to be smart with our resources and lengthy litigation wasn’t the way to go,” said Zack Kinsley, Marketing Manager for XS Sights. “To our support channel, please know it will not affect our forward momentum. We are excited to announce the new suppressor height line extensions for popular LE and aftermarket pistols, and we plan to continue with the R3D product line full speed ahead.”

The radioactive material night sights have a traditional 3-dot tritium and notch and post sight picture. The rear sight is blacked out to increase contrast against the front sight which is available in bright orange or green. XS’s proprietary Ember Glow Dot technology allows the front sight to absorb ambient light and glow in low light. The front tritium lamp in the R3D sight also charges the Ember Glow Dot, making the front sight glow brighter than the rear, keeping one’s focus down range.

Other advantages of the R3D Night Sight:

• The brightly colored Ember Glow Dot in the front sight is a much brighter color which differentiates the front dot from the two rear dots.

• The notch is 15% wider than the front sight, allowing more visible light around the front sight. This makes it easier to see the front sight in changing light conditions and when shooting on the move, aiding in sight alignment, and increasing accuracy.

Walther Partners With Gravel Agency

Walther has a new partnership with the Gravel Agency to represent Walther products' complete line in  commercial and Law Enforcement markets in Canada.

The Gravel Agency will manage distribution, warranty, translation services, parts inventory and compliance for all Canadian customers. Gravel Agency will continue to work with service partner Elwood Epps Sporting Goods as an authorized service center.

Walther's continued upward growth in the United States has increased Canada's demand for the high-performance pistols, including the Q5 Match, Q4 Tac, and Meister Manufaktur series. The Gravel Agency's help will increase market share in Canadian Law Enforcement, IPSC competitive shooters, and firearms enthusiasts. Walther will continue to rely on Outdoor Escape Sales' expertise for supporting specific military and law enforcement customers.

Orion Wholesale Partners With AmmoReady

Orion Wholesale, a national distributor of firearms, ammunition, and accessories, has chosen AmmoReady.com to help facilitate its ongoing digital transformation and to provide its customers with solutions for ecommerce, point-of-sale integration, inventory auto-replenishment, FFL transfers, and consumer dropshipping. 

“Orion Wholesale is an innovative and rapidly growing distributor serving firearms retailers of all sizes, and we’re very excited to be assisting them with the adoption of new digital commerce capabilities,” said Paul Angell, CEO of AmmoReady.com. “The addition of a new supplier like Orion gives merchants using the AmmoReady platform access to additional inventory and new products at a time when consumer demand is at an all-time high.”

As of today, Orion Wholesale’s catalog is available for instant-on streaming via the AmmoReady platform. In the coming weeks, ship-to-store order fulfillment will be available, followed by consumer and FFL dropshipping in the future. AmmoReady merchants with Orion accounts can connect their catalog now.

Orion Wholesale dealers that are not yet using AmmoReady to power their ecommerce operations can sign up with promo code ORION to save $250 at startup.