Michael Bane Gives His Thoughts
January 15, 2010 by Detonics Staff · Comments Off
It appears that the article from Shooting Illustrated has found its way over to Michael Bane’s blog. We always appreciate his thoughts on Detonics. Check out his site for his thoughts on the Combat Master Evolution.
http://michaelbane.blogspot.com/2010/01/1911-lust.html
Combat Master Evolution Reviewed at Shooting Illustrated
January 11, 2010 by Detonics Staff · Leave a Comment
Our latest iteration of the Combat Master, the Combat Master Evolution, was recently reviewed in Shooting Illustrated magazine. Below you will find a scan of the article. Enjoy.
Combat Master Evolution Review in Shooting Illustrated
Merry Christmas!
December 24, 2009 by Detonics Staff · Comments Off
We at Detonics would like to wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Christmas. The office will be closed from December 24th to January 3rd, with regular office hours (9AM to 4:30PM) resuming on Monday, January 4th 2010.
A Sneak Peak into the Future
October 29, 2009 by Detonics Staff · Comments Off
It’s been a busy year for us here at Detonics. As we are getting ready to make a full-on announcement on the evolution of our 1911 line as well as the release of the DTX, we wanted to pass along a taste of what is to come. Special thanks to Bob Boyd for taking the time to give our prototype some face time.
Anticipation of a Firearms Journalist
A Glimpse of Combat Master Evolution
CEO Bruce Siddle on the Smithsonian Network
September 28, 2009 by Detonics Staff · Comments Off
Detonics CEO Bruce Siddle will be a featured expert on a new Smithsonian Network funded production on the tangible and intangible skills of elite counter-terrorism operators. As an counter-terrorism training specialist and an expert in combat human factors, Siddle supported the most elite counter-terrorism units for almost 20 years. ”I have traditionally avoided TV interviews or network productions that discuss the training, technology and tactics of the elite units. While I understand the public’s fascination with such topics, there is too great of a chance to compromise a mission to save a life or the safety of an operator. But this production gave me the opportunity to discuss the human factors of elite operators.” Siddle’s discussed the science of combat human factors, the complexities of combat stress and combat precision, and the psychological burden the elite carry on life saving missions.
Detonics Recently in the St. Louis Post Dispatch
June 2, 2009 by Detonics Staff · Leave a Comment
We had a great article ran on us a few weeks ago in the St. Louis Post Dispatch. Take a look:
A small Illinois gunmaker is hoping to capitalize on its name, new technology and a strong demand for compact handguns to engineer a rebirth of sorts.
Nearly 18 months after being bought and moved to the area by a pair of area men, Detonics is set to make another push into an industry dominated by names such as Glock, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and Kimber.
And although that’s no easy task, the small firm, with five employees, does have a few things going for it, not the least of which is the fact that guns are in short supply these days.
“They have a real opportunity if they can get their guns on the market on time,” said Denis Dennis Jr., owner of Denny Dennis Sporting Goods in Fenton.
Indeed, many of the top gunmakers are hard-pressed to meet the surging demand that accompanied the start of President Barack Obama’s administration.
According to data from the National Instant Criminal Background Check System, the FBI has been running nearly 250,000 additional checks each month since late last year. As a result, three- and four-month delays on popular models are not uncommon.
For Detonics, this could be a chance to break from a past marked by a series of starts and stops.
Since late 2007, the company has been based in Millstadt after being
purchased by Double Nickle LLC, owned by combat expert Bruce Siddle and sports internist Dr. Steven Stahle. They moved the defunct Detonics USA and its remaining inventory here from Pendergrass, Ga.
Throughout three-plus decades, the Detonics name has been associated with innovative higher-end guns. It actually started as little more than a sideline for Seattle-based Detonics, an explosives maker.
Conceal carry permits could set record
June 2, 2009 by Detonics Staff · Leave a Comment
From the St. Louis Post Dispatch
Missourians are rushing to arm themselves with concealed weapons at a record pace so far this year.
Criminologists and law enforcement officials say the increase may be driven by fear of increased crime due to the recession and the perception of potential loss of gun rights from a new Democratic president.
“People just don’t feel safe, whether it’s with the political structure or the economic situation,” said Noelle Fearn, assistant professor of sociology and criminal justice at St. Louis University.
In the St. Louis area, the surge is most marked in St. Charles, Warren, Lincoln and Jefferson counties, where applications for the first four months of 2009 are between 114 percent and 144 percent higher than for the same period last year, according to data provided by sheriff’s departments.
In St. Louis, applications are up 49 percent this year, and St. Louis County’s have risen 53 percent. Illinois does not allow concealed carry.
In Missouri, no central database exists for new permits, but the Highway Patrol tracks the mandatory criminal background checks it performs for new applicants.
Team Detonics in the News
April 13, 2009 by Detonics Staff · Comments Off
The recently formed Team Detonics was recently featured in the local newspaper. We are very proud of the hard work that the team has been doing and are looking forward to their upcoming success.
2009 SHOT Show Photos
February 2, 2009 by Detonics Staff · Comments Off
I wanted to add a couple of photos taken of our booth from the 2009 SHOT Show. Enjoy.
Website Updated
January 29, 2009 by Detonics Staff · Comments Off
As you can probably tell by now, we have recently updated our website. We are, however, still in the process of putting the final touches on it, so it is not quite complete. For those looking for DTX information, please check out the following link HERE. This is the same informational brochure that we debuted at the 2009 SHOT Show. Thank you for your patience.