FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 24, 2004
Michaels of Oregon, Blackwater USA and Crye Associates Launch Blackwater
Gear™
Tactical line will combine innovation and realism to achieve life-saving solutions.
OREGON CITY, OR – Michaels of Oregon in partnership with
Blackwater USA and Crye Associates today announced the launch of the Blackwater
Gear™ line of tactical equipment and other related products designed for
military and law enforcement agencies.
Representing a leap forward in tactical gear innovation and design, Blackwater
Gear will
be manufactured and distributed in the USA by Michaels of Oregon with designs
by Crye Associates. The Blackwater Gear line will feature full body armor and
tactical accessories that have been developed and tested with input from Blackwater
USA operators with unique first-hand knowledge of the tactical needs of today’s
military and law enforcement agencies.
“The launch of Blackwater Gear is a union of three companies. The design
of Crye Associates, the real world experience of Blackwater USA and the domestic
manufacturing capabilities of Michaels of Oregon have all been unified to produce
the finest tactical line available for those who protect our freedom,”
said Dennis Pixton, CEO of Michaels of Oregon.
“Blackwater Gear has been developed for professionals who risk their
lives for democracy worldwide,” said Gary Jackson, President of Blackwater
USA. “Blackwater stands for the best...when we decided to put our name
to a product line we knew it had to be different. Blackwater Gear is different;
designed by Crye Associates, manufactured by Michaels of Oregon, tested at Blackwater
Training Center and in harsh and austere environments around the world; Blackwater
Gear brings tactical equipment to the next level.”
Caleb Crye, President of Crye Associates, added “Blackwater wanted to
provide a new level of quality, innovation, and utility for the professional
operator and that is what we and Michaels of Oregon have helped them to create;
a truly innovate line of highly effective and distinctive gear. Blackwater Gear
is original and unique to the operator world. Many Blackwater Gear design features
set it apart, like the exclusive use of water resistant #10 zippers, and a unique
attachment system that allows every pouch to integrate seamlessly with modular
systems or traditional web-gear and belts. Both Blackwater and Michaels of Oregon
share our commitment to innovation, craftsmanship and American manufacturing.”
Blackwater Gear is scheduled to be available in January 2005. For questions
or inquiries on ordering, please contact Robert Gates at 706-651-8644 or Michael
Pattillo at 706-628-7126 or visit www.blackwatergear.com.
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About Michaels of Oregon
Michaels of Oregon is the leading manufacturer of hunting, shooting and law
enforcement accessories. Headquartered in Oregon City, OR, the company also
has offices in Meridian, ID and New Ulm, MN. Under the brand names Uncle Mike’s®,
Uncle Mike’s Law Enforcement®, Butler Creek®, Hoppe’s®,
Stoney Point ® and Blackwater Gear™ Michaels of Oregon manufactures
and distributes holsters, slings, swivels, gun cases, belts, gun cleaning products
and other hunting, shooting, military and law enforcement gear.
About Blackwater USA
Blackwater USA was founded in 1997. Built on 6,000 acres, Blackwater was designed
to be the premier firearms and tactical training center in the world. The Company's
reputation for quality service has gained the attention of law enforcement and
government agencies around the globe. The organization has grown rapidly since
its creation and has quickly produced five separate business units: Blackwater
Training Center, Blackwater Target Systems, Blackwater Security Consulting,
Blackwater Aviation Worldwide Services, and Blackwater Canine. The Company maintains
a global presence and provides 21st century training and tactical solutions
to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, allied nations, multi
national corporations and other government agencies.
About Crye Associates
Crye Associates is a design and engineering group specializing in the design
and development of personal military equipment. They work directly with several
Department of Defense agencies and with private companies in the related industry.
Crye Associates applies technical innovation and user-focus to solve the real-world
design and engineering problems of today’s military.
Media Contact
Ben Sheppard
Public Relations/Communications
503-722-5718
bens@michaelsoforegon.com
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