Sterling, VA. (April 8, 2005) - On March 24, 2005 Heckler & Koch Defense Inc. published a " Buyers Beware!" notice on its website. The announcement incorrectly referred to "Troy Industries."

Heckler & Koch Defense Inc. acknowledges that "Troy Industries" does not market any products that resemble or are being promoted as MP5 Submachine Guns and HK416 5.56 mm Enhanced Carbines.

We apologize to Troy Industries, Inc. and its customers.