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What is a wipe?
I received an e-mail from a reader requesting some information on wipes. I apologize for that omission. In modern suppressor designs they are the exception and not the rule but it does merit discussion. A wipe is a replaceable baffle … Continue reading
Good’ole Yankee Inginuity
While perusing the Firearm Blog I ran across this and haven’t stopped laughing. This is an example of what makes our country great. We are a society filled with incredible talent and imagination – as well as those too willing … Continue reading
Insight Technology Now Shipping The LED Upgrade Kits for the M6X.
Yesterday, I spoke with the folks at Insight Tech Gear to get a status on the LED upgrade kits for the M6X and X2 family of weapon mounted lights. Direct from the “horse’s mouth”, they are now shipping into their … Continue reading
Posted in Tactical Lighting
Tagged Insight Tech Gear, Insight Technology, lights
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Suppressors Current State of the Technology – Part 7 – AWC Systems Technology.
AWC Systems Technology is a Division of Special Technologies Group Inc. with offices at 1515 W. Deer Valley Rd., Suite 105A, Phoenix, AZ 85027-2031. It’s impossible to discuss firearm suppressors without discussing AWC Systems Technology, and I have personally had … Continue reading
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Tagged AWC, silencer, suppressor
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JTRS – Joint Tactical Radio System An Overview.
This post kicks off my JTRS project. My objective is to give the reader a 50,000 ft. MSL view of an emerging communications technology and the role it plays in the netcentric battlefield. The concept of a software defined radio is hardly … Continue reading
HORUS HDMR™ H58 Military Promotion
Horus Vision of San Bruno, CA is extending special and limited time promotional pricing on their new HDMR™ rifle scope with the H58 reticle. The HDMR is a joint offering with Bushnell Outdoor Products. The HDMR™ is delivered with a … Continue reading
Things To Come…
A few months ago I talked about doing some work on JTRS and the netcentric concept. I became interested in the subject because I am an X-ELINT type and want to gain a better than casual understanding of the technology. More importantly, understanding the … Continue reading
Posted in Comms, Electronics, Uncategorized, Weapon systems
Tagged Horus, JTRS
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FOG HORN Top n Reasons where n=10 Why You Should Give Up Sushi.
10. The yellow tail in your tuna is plutonium. 9. Benihana’s wise guy with the knife is wearing a canary suit. 8. Ginzu is now selling Geiger Counters. 7. Sushi houses got rid of table candles. They let the sashimi handle … Continue reading
Posted in Morale Builders
Tagged morale
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New Fiber Technology Could Improve Body Armor Ballistic Performance.
Military body armor consists of layers of fabrics woven from Kevlar (DuPont) or Twaron (Teijin Aramid) with pockets for multistrike ceramic or metal plates. The layered fabric is highly effective against pistol calibers and the plates provide ballistic protection for the higher … Continue reading
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Tagged armor
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Sphinx Pistols To Be Distrubited Through KRISS USA.
In November 9, 2010, KRISS Arms, manufacturer of the highly acclaimed KRISS Super V System (KSVS) and the KRISS Vector SMG announced its acquisition of Sphinx Systems Ltd. and its only a matter of time before KRISS Arms began U.S. … Continue reading
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Maj. Elliott Caggins and Bob Galeazzi from PEO_Soldier_Weapons Address M24 Enhancements.
Sean Pillai with IDGA.org interviews Maj. Elliott Caggins and Bob Galeazzi. Nothing of an earth shattering nature; however, it does provide a clearer snapshot of the deployment dates. It was interesting to see that the Army may be transitioning from the mildot to a … Continue reading
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Tagged M24, PEO Soldier Weapons, Remington
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Suppressors Current State of the Technology – Part 6 – Knight’s Armament Company (KAC)
I can’t think of a special operations organization, whether military or law enforcement who is unfamiliar with the Knight’s Armament Company (KAC) of Titusville, FL. The company enjoys an excellent global reputation. KAC is owned by C. Reed Knight and was founded … Continue reading
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Tagged KAC, suppressors
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The USAF Modular Handgun System (MHS) May Still Survive.
In my days in the Navy, the issue handgun was a M1911, .45 ACP. You could hear it rattling as it came out of the holster but it went bang every time you squeezed the trigger. In fact, virtually all … Continue reading
SOG Tac Automatic 3.8oz of Sheer Tactical Muscle.
In 2011, SOG Specialty Knives Inc. continues its tradition of designing and manufacturing great blades with a new automatic offering, the SOG Tac Automatic Drop Point. Readers who have followed my reviews know I tend to take folding knives lightly when … Continue reading
FOG HORNS Top n Reasons, where n = 5, Why You Should Not Blow Your Money on Clothes.
It’s time to kick off the weekend with a little practical humor. We hope that it brightens your day and if just one laughter results – mission accomplished. So, here we go… 5. No matter what the label says, the … Continue reading
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