Press Release: Blackhawk! Introduces Nine New Illumination Tools

March 10, 2008

Blackhawk! Introduces Nine New Illumination Tools

NORFOLK, VA – Blackhawk! is introducing nine new illumination tools at the 2008 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Four of the new lights are within the Legacy™ family; the Legacy™ X6-P which is a polymer version of the Legacy™X6 introduced last year, the Legacy™ X9-P which is the polymer version of the Legacy™ X9, the new Legacy™XR7 a rechargeable Xenon lighting tool, and the Legacy™ XHR7, the new rechargeable Xenon-Halogen lighting tool. Three new next generation Ally’s will be available; the Ally™ PL3 XTR and the Ally™ PL3x XTR; and a new Ally™ PLR, a next step rechargeable LED lighting tool. In the Sentinel™ family, the next evolution of the original Sentinel™ PL1 and PL1-AA are found in the Sentinel™ PL3 XTR and the Sentinel™ PL3-AA XTR.

Blackhawk! illumination tools are built to withstand the tough environments and extreme conditions that tactical operators face day-to-day as well as providing the reliability and durability outdoorsmen and individuals concerned about personal defense.

1. Legacy X6-P - #75FL004 - $39.99 MSRP – The Legacy™ X6-P is an extremely lightweight and durable polymer version of the Legacy X6. This powerful compact that features an anti-roll system, Xenon lamp assembly and 65 real lumens of intense white light to blast a big hole into the darkness. Unlike other lights of its kind, its beam signature is perfectly pre-focused, leaving no shadows or ugly artifacts that many focusable lights in the world today can experience. Equivalent light output of a 6 or 7 “D” cell flashlight. Comes standard with a glass lens whereas competitor models come standard with a plastic lens. Available in black, coyote tan, foliage green, olive drab and safety yellow.

Wt. w/o batteries 3.1 oz. / 88 grams
Wt. w/ batteries 4.3 oz. / 122 grams
Length: 5” / 127 mm
Output: Xenon - 65 Lumens
Bezel Diameter: 1.25” / 32 mm
Battery Type: CR123A x 2
Run Time: 1 hour
Bulb Type: Xenon 6-volt

2. Legacy X9-P - #75FL005BK – $59.99 MSRP - The Legacy™ X9-P is an extremely lightweight and durable polymer version of the Legacy X9. This powerful light that features an anti-roll system, Xenon lamp assembly and 120 real lumens of intense white light. Unlike other lights of its kind, its beam signature is perfectly pre-focused, leaving no shadows or ugly artifacts that many focusable lights in the world today can experience. Equivalent light output of a 12 “D” cell flashlight. Comes standard with a glass lens whereas competitor models come standard with a plastic lens. Available in black only.

Wt. w/o batteries 3.5 oz. / 99 grams
Wt. w/ batteries 5.2 oz. / 147 grams
Length: 6.25” / 159 mm
Output: Xenon - 120 Lumens
Bezel Diameter: 1.25” / 32 mm
Battery Type: CR123A x 3
Run Time: 1 hour
Bulb Type: Xenon 9-volt

3. Ally PL3 XTR - #75FL010BK - $179.99 MSRP – The Ally™ PL-3 XTR is the next generation of the Ally PL3. Boasting more light output than any light of its size in the market it utilizes the latest generation 3-watt CREE® and produces an amazing 110 lumens which is a 60% increase in light output from the Ally PL3. This light can be utilized as either a high output tactical light or a great all-purpose hunting / outdoor / personal carry light. Producing the same amount of light output as an 11 “D” cell flashlight and has the capability of illuminating objects or targets up to 100 meters away. Digitally controlled, this lighting tool performs at full brightness for 1 hour and medium brightness for 2-3 hours of additional light output.

Wt. w/o batteries: 3.5 oz. / 99 grams
Wt. w batteries: 4.7 oz. / 133 grams
Length: 5.25” / 133 mm
Output: 110 lumens
Max. Diameter: 1.125” / 29 mm
Battery Type: CR123A x 2
Run Time: 1 hour
Bulb Type: 3-watt CREE® LED

4. Ally PL3x XTR - #75FL022BK - $184.99 – The Ally™ PL3x XTR is the next generation of the Ally PL3x. Utilizing the latest generation 3-watt CREE® it produces an 85 lumens on high power which is a 60% increase in light output from the Ally PL3x. This 2-power compact lighting tool provides 85 lumens of light output on HI power (2 hours) for demanding jobs and 12 lumens of light output on LOW power (20 hours) for non-essential duties. On HI power this lighting tool will illuminate objects and targets up to 85 meters away. Great for use as a law enforcement administrative lighting tool or for recreational, outdoor, and general purpose lighting tasks in which the user requires and demands only the best.

Wt. w/o batteries: 3.5 oz. / 99 grams
Wt. w batteries: 4.7 oz. / 133 grams
Length: 5.25” / 133 mm
Output: 85 lumens HI Power / 12 Lumens LOW Power
Bezel Diameter: 1.125” / 29 mm
Battery Type: CR123A x 2
Run Time: 2 hours HI / 20 Hours Low
Bulb Type: 3-watt CREE® LED

5. Sentinel PL3 XTR - #75FL020BK - $159.99 – The Sentinel™ PL3 XTR is the next evolution of the Sentinel PL1. Boasting more light output than any light of its size it utilizes the latest generation 3-watt CREE® LED and produces an amazing 65 lumens of light on only one CR123A 3-volt lithium battery. Unbelievably compact (3.75” long) the entire light is small enough to fit into the palm of your hand but bright enough to illuminate objects or persons at a distance up to 65 meters. This light even produces more than enough light to make it a very effective handheld tactical light or personal carry defense light. Equivalent light output of a 6 or 7 “D” cell flashlight.

Wt. w/o batteries: 3.1 oz. / 88 grams
Wt. w batteries: 3.7 oz. / 105 grams
Length: 3.75” / 95 mm
Output: 65 lumens
Bezel Diameter: 1.125” / 29 mm
Battery Type: CR123A x 1
Run Time: 1 hour
Bulb Type: 3-watt CREE® LED

6. Sentinel PL3-AA XTR - #75FL021BK - $179.99 - The Sentinel™ PL3-AA XTR is the next evolution of the Sentinel PL1-AA. Boasting more light output than any “AA” powered light it utilizes the latest generation 3-watt CREE® LED and produces an amazing 60 lumens of light on only 2 “AA” alkaline batteries. An excellent choice for military end users or hunters/outdoor users who prefer or only have access to ordinary “AA” alkaline batteries – the Sentinel PL3-AA XTR blasts 60 lumens of light at a distance up to 60 meters. This light produces more than enough light to make it a very effective handheld tactical light or personal carry defense light. Equivalent light output of a 6 “D” cell flashlight.

Wt. w/o batteries: 4.9 oz. / 139 grams
Wt. w batteries: 6.6 oz. / 187 grams
Length: 6.125” / 156 mm
Output: 60 lumens
Bezel Diameter: 1” / 25 mm
Battery Type: “AA” Alkaline
Run Time: 1 hour
Bulb Type: 3-watt CREE® LED

7. Ally PLR - #75FL009BK - $259.99 – The Ally™ PLR represents an evolutionary next step in rechargeable LED lighting tools. This rechargeable, compact, high-intensity LED flashlight for tactical, duty, and general purpose use produces a smooth, intense, pre-focused, high quality beam of over 85 lumens of light output. Boasting more light output and runtime of any other light of its size and utilizing the latest generation 3-watt CREE® LED this rechargeable lighting tool is designed with some very practical and unique features not available on any other rechargeable light. The Ally PLR utilizes the latest generation Samsung® lithium-ion 3.6 volt rechargeable battery that develops no “memory effect” allowing the end user to charge the light at anytime during the lifecycle of the charge. Recharging the light is made easy by simply rotating a protective collar (just below the bezel head) counter clockwise exposing the male end of the charging contacts. An AC/DC charger that (included with the light) is similar to that of a common cell phone charger plugs into the body of the light and charges the lithium-ion battery. Charging is complete when the led on the smart charger turns from RED to GREEN. Equivalent light output of an 8-9 “D” cell flashlight.

Wt. w/ rechargeable battery: 6.5 oz. / 184 grams
Length: 6” / 152 mm
Output: 85 lumens
Bezel Diameter: 1.25” / 32 mm
Battery Type: Samsung® Lithium-Ion 3.6 volt
Run Time: 1 hour
Bulb Type: 3-watt CREE® LED

8. Legacy XR7 - #75FL006BK - $269.99 – The Legacy™ XR7 represents an evolutionary next step in rechargeable Xenon lighting tools. This rechargeable, compact, high-intensity Xenon flashlight for tactical, duty, and general purpose use produces a smooth, intense, pre-focused, high quality beam of over 140 lumens of light output. Boasting more light output and runtime of any other light of its size this rechargeable lighting tool is designed with some very practical and unique features not available on any other rechargeable light. The Legacy XR7 utilizes the latest generation Samsung® lithium-ion 7.2 volt rechargeable battery that develops no “memory effect” allowing the end user to charge the light at anytime during the life cycle of the charge. Recharging the light is made easy by simply rotating a protective collar (just below the bezel head) counter clockwise exposing the male end of the charging contacts. An AC/DC charger that (included with the light) is similar to that of a common cell phone charger plugs into the body of the light and charges the lithium-ion battery. Charging is complete when the led on the smart charger turns from RED to GREEN. Equivalent light output of an 8-9 “D” cell flashlight.

Wt. w/ rechargeable battery: 10 oz. / 283 grams
Length: 7.88” / 200 mm
Output: 140 lumens
Bezel Diameter: 1.625” / 41 mm
Battery Type: Samsung® Lithium-Ion 7.2 volt
Run Time: 2 hour
Bulb Type: Xenon

9. Legacy XHR7 - #75FL008BK - $299.99 – The Legacy™ XHR7 represents an evolutionary next step in rechargeable lighting tools. This rechargeable, compact, high-intensity combination Xenon-Halogen bulb flashlight for tactical, duty, and general purpose use produces a smooth, intense, pre-focused, high quality beam of an amazing 350 lumens of intense white light output. Utilizing a very unique combination of Xenon-Halogen gas filled bulb allows for much greater light output of any light comparable in size. This rechargeable lighting tool is designed with some very practical and unique features not available on any other rechargeable light. The Legacy XR7 utilizes the latest generation Samsung® lithium-ion 7.2 volt rechargeable battery that develops no “memory effect” allowing the end user to charge the light at anytime during the life cycle of the charge. Recharging the light is made easy by simply rotating a protective collar (just below the bezel head) counter clockwise exposing the male end of the charging contacts.

An AC/DC charger that (included with the light) is similar to that of a common cell phone charger plugs into the body of the light and charges the lithium-ion battery. Charging is complete when the led on the smart charger turns from RED to GREEN. Equivalent light output of an 8-9 “D” cell flashlight.

Wt. w/ rechargeable battery: 10 oz. / 283 grams
Length: 7.88” / 200 mm
Output: 350 lumens
Bezel Diameter: 2.25” / 41 mm
Battery Type: Samsung® Lithium-Ion 7.2 volt
Run Time: 1 hour
Bulb Type: Xenon

For more information about Night-Ops or any of the many Blackhawk products, log on to www.blackhawk.com.

About BLACKHAWK!®:
Blackhawk Products Group™, founded in 1993 by President and CEO Mike Noell, is a leading US manufacturer of tactical, military and law enforcement equipment. It is a global manufacturer of Blackhawk! Tactical™ nylon gear; Blackhawk! Body Armor™; Blackhawk! Law Enforcement™, Blackhawk! Hydration™ systems; Blackhawk! Protective Gloves and Gear™, Masters of Defense® Knives and Blackhawk! Blades™; CQC® Holsters; Night-Ops® Illumination Tools, Dynamic Entry® Manual Entry Tools; Warrior Wear® Apparel; Blackhawk! Outdoors™ hunting gear and the recently acquired Knoxx Industries. Blackhawk headquarters is in Norfolk, Virginia, with US manufacturing facilities in North Carolina, Montana, and Idaho. For more information on Blackhawk® and Blackhawk products, log on to www.Blackhawk.com or call 800-694-5263.