The DoubleStar Lowdown

J&T Family of Companies at SHOT Show 2012

2012-01-22T19:18:00.000-08:00

SHOT Show is always a time of excitement and anticipation for the firearms industry. The dealers, buyers, and even the exhibitors are hyped up to see what’s new for 2012. For the J&T Family of Companies, the show had more buzz than ever before.

The Zombie craze has taken over the firearms industry. Hogue had a zombie grip, EoTech had a zombie sight with a biohazard reticle, Duracoat had a zombie coat, KA-Bar and Gerber both had zombie knives, and I’m sure there are tons of other vendors I just didn’t get to see. Even with the large amount of zombie themed accessories, one stood above the rest. Ace Limited introduced the “Zombie X”; a rail mounted chainsaw on an AK-47. Yes, I said a rail mounted chainsaw. It was done mostly to poke fun at the zombie madness, but after being handled and having more pictures taken with it than the Blue Man Group, it no doubt stole the show. People poured into booth 20063 to see the new “Zombie X” chainsaw attachment. There were videos, pictures, and even legitimate media sources that couldn’t wait to see the saw. I absolutely could not believe the response this thing got. There were a few skeptics who failed to see the humor in our obvious poke at the zombie madness, but most could not wait to get their hands on it and start it up. Yep, it was a fully functional saw. Everyone from movie and production companies to Law Enforcement wanted to see the Zombie X. It was truly the show stopper.

Having such a popular item at the show only provides ample opportunity to show off the true awesomeness that is the J&T Family of Companies product line. Ace released the new Remington 870 Receiver Block and the FNAR receiver block. Both made of T6 aluminum then hard coat anodized, they include a pistol grip and the ability to use any of the stocks from the Ace Limited product line as well as adapt to many other AR style stocks. If you have either of these rifles, you need these blocks.

DoubleStar Corp had a great showing as well. Along with some magnificent custom rifle builds, the Deer Rifle, Midnight Dragon, and the 5.5 lb Personal Defense Carbine all got great reviews. Along with the rifles, DSC’s accessory line also released two new sling mounts for the picatinny rail. The RMSS and RMSS-QD are both made from aluminum with a cross bolt to fasten it securely to your railed handguard. The RMSS uses the A2 swivel and the QD version is available with or without a push button swivel.

The unsung hero of the show was no doubt the prototype Bobtail 1911. Because it is so new, there aren’t a lot of details to share. We put one together to see the response it got, and it was good. Stay tuned for more details as they come available.

For more details on any of these items, check YouTube. There were tons of interviews done on all of these new items by credible sources. We will be uploading links over the next couple week along with technical specs on each item to our websites as well. All of us at the J&T Family of Companies appreciate the great response and continued respect we receive from the industry as well as the customer. While we like to have fun with the Zombie toys, we have not forgotten the great responsibility we have to continue providing high quality rifles and accessories for Law Enforcement, Military and hard working Americans like you.

Keep your mags full and your trigger finger loose.

-Nick

Another Knob Creek in the Books

2011-10-20T08:03:00.000-07:00

Fall is upon us! Knob Creek has come and gone, the temperature dropped 15 degrees in a day, and the phones are ringing off the hook here in Winchester. DSC has some cool things going on for 2012 including the release of the new DSC Deer Rifle. A 6.8 SPC caliber rifle to slay the whitetail! Look for more additions to the DSC Hunting lineup in 2012.
I sent a Midnight Dragon to www.oneshotpub.com to get yet another opinion on the quality and performance of one of our newest custom rifles. It did so well that the writer wants to keep it! That's what we want out of our rifles.
Look for DSC on the Outdoor Channel as well as the Sportsman Channel in 2012. We've been in talks with both to help promote the good DSC name. Michael Bane from the Shooting Gallery will be at our booth at SHOT SHOW to talk to our fans as well.
This blog was also meant to be a sounding board and a place for us to answer questions. Please don't hesitate to submit topics you would like covered to nick@jtdistributing.com.

-Nick

Listening to the people

2011-09-19T06:55:00.000-07:00

As one of the people in my company that keeps up with not only customers on the phone and in email, but our small connection to the social network, I have a great opportunity to listen to the people. Not only do our customers provide feedback on our products and service, but from time to time I get the privilege to speak to one of our service men and women who have such great stories to share.
Last week, I spent almost an hour of my day on the phone with a Korean War veteran from Iowa. He told me stories of how he spent his twenty first birthday in a foxhole, the weapons he manned during the war, and how he was in the first tank unit in Korea. He told me how he lost his wife to poor health and how he lived alone now. He had fascinating stories that totally withdrew me from my daily rush of things I thought were important. After I finally hung up the phone, an associate said to me,"Man, that guy must have had a lot to say!" I thought for a minute and simply replied, "He is one of the reasons we do this."
That veteran sacrificed a lot in his day for his country. Those of us who have never served don't realize what these people have gone through over the years. I spent my twenty-first birthday in Las Vegas, gambling and enjoying the things twenty-one year old's are permitted to do. While there isn't a thing wrong with that, I have a great respect for those who have served and are serving now. If you know a vet, say thanks. If they want to talk about their time in the service, take time to listen. You'd be surprised what you'll learn.

-Nick Collier

Welcome!

2011-08-30T19:20:00.000-07:00

Thank you for checking in with the new DoubleStar Lowdown. This is a place for you the customer to find out more information on the J&T Distributing family of companies(Ace Limited, DoubleStar Corp., J&T Distributing, and the DoubleStar Training Academy). DSC is a firm believer in providing information and listening to its customers. Hopefully through this blog, we will be able to not only tell you a little about us, but provide instruction and insight into the world of the black rifle. Posts will include everything from updates within the company to instructional guides on maintenance and building of your own AR15's as well as other rifles and pistols. This blog will be maintained by professionals with years of experience in this industry, not some "keyboard commando" who has barely seen an AR15. We know the internet is riddled with bad information so we want to provide an intelligent and knowledgeable insight to help cut through all the BS. Tell your friends and fellow shooters about the Lowdown. The more the merrier. If you have any questions or ideas for things you would like to know about, please submit them and we will try and get to everyone's questions along the way.

Thanks again for checking in with us. We hope you'll continue to check back for new posts and information in the future. DSC is looking forward to hearing you!!

-Nick Collier
General Manager
DoubleStar Corp, Ace Limited, J&T Distributing
nick@jtdistributing.com