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So Who Needs Orkin Anyway !
Our friends at the Gear Scout posted a video that is both interesting and educational. It clearly shows Asian pragmatism. These wasps may very well be the product of Chinese genetic engineering making it impossible to use a more traditional approach…
Bastinelli Creations
Bastinelli Knives are not necessarily for everyone but then again neither is an Armani Prive. Like the dress, Bastien Coves’ concepts integrate impeccable design and art form with the natural martial flow; very much like the Armani Prive on a deserving figure. La quintessence de … Continue reading
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Tagged Armani, Bastien, Bastinelli, Coves, France, knives, Prive
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Proposed Legislation Designed To Curb Your Appetite For Ammunition and Magazines.
Our Democratic Senators are once again introducing legislation to prohibit the sale and possession of any magazine, belt or feed strips that can hold more than 10 rounds. The legislation is being proposed as an amendment to the Cybersecurity Act, … Continue reading
Posted in Constitution
Tagged 2nd Amendment, Ammunition, legislation, magazines
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Benchmade® 275 Adamas™ – Beauty and the Beast – Review
Shane Sibert and Benchmade have delivered a very thoughtful design reflecting the resilient and adaptive character of the men and women it was designed to honor. It is esthetically pleasing yet thoroughly capable and robust, a perfect dichotomy perfectly integrated … Continue reading
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Tagged Adamas, Benchmade, folding knife, Shane Sibert
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Sentinel Design LLC Launches Low Profile GLOCK Magazine Well…
Glock owners now have a choice of a low profile magazine well specifically designed for the Glock frame. Sentinel Design, LLC is the author of the story, but this is not your run of the mill clunky magazine well, the Sentinel Design … Continue reading
James Holmes Schizophrenic or Shrewd?
This is the only article you will ever read on this Blog about the miscreant James Holmes, but the entire Aurora incident just sticks in my craw, for a number of reasons; principally, this cat will become the poster boy … Continue reading
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Tagged Aurora, Breivik, Holmes, Norway, Schizophrenic
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Россияне знают, как упаковать (Russians know how to pack!)
Posted in Fun Stuff
Tagged Russia, Russian Army
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SRW on Falcon III AN/PRC-117G
SRW or Soldier Radio Waveform is a byproduct of the Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) initiative. SRW runs under software control on a software definable radio or SDR. SRW is a wide-band communications architecture providing concurrent voice and data communications along … Continue reading
The Great American Gun Debate – @piersmorgan
I was watching Piers Morgan’s interview with Michael Moore last night, and I had to laugh. In fact, I had to laugh a lot. First of all I like Piers; I think he does an excellent job of reaching out … Continue reading
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Tagged 2nd Amendment, CNN, FOX, Piers Morgan, Second Amendment
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MARSOC’s Colt M1911A1 OR M45 Close Quarter Battle Pistol
By now it is old news that Marine Corps Systems Command in Quantico, Va. has awarded a $22.5 million contract to Colt Defense for its M1911A1 Rail Guns or M45 Close Quarter Battle Pistol (CQBP). The IQID contract accounts for roughly 4,000 … Continue reading
Colt Defense LLC Formally Announces Award of Marine Corps M45 Close Quarter Battle Pistol (CQBP) Contract.
WEST HARTFORD, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Colt Defense LLC has been awarded an Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity contract by the U. S. Marine Corps for up to 12,000 M45 Close Quarter Battle Pistols, plus spares and logistical support. The new CQBP is a direct descendant … Continue reading
Boeing AH-64_Apache
Your AH-64 Apache Tax Dollars At Work!
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MARSOC Adopts Colt 1911 M45 Close Quarter Battle Pistol (CQBP)
Soldier Systems Daily alerted us a few days ago that MARSCOC would be adopting the Colt 1911 as the M45 Close Quarter Battle Pistol (CQBP). We are pleased to report that the alleged rumor is, in fact, correct. Award Details Solicitation: … Continue reading
Extrema Ratio Introduces The New GLAUCA B1Combat Folding Knife.
Extrema Ratio, purveyor of the world’s best military knives, has introduced the GLAUCA B1 folding knife. This knife is a collaborative effort between Extrema Ratio, Prato, Italy and the French Groupe d’Intervention de la Gendarmerie Nationale (G.I.G.N.). The G.I.G.N.’s role is counter-terrorism and hostage … Continue reading
Posted in Knives and Tools
Tagged Extrema Ratio, Extreme Knives, G.I.G.N., GLAUCA B1, tactical
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Anderson Cooper You’re Not The Only One Who Has Toy Soldiers!
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Tagged AC360, Anderson Cooper, CNN
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Syria Slipping Further Into Chaos
If you’ve been keeping up with the news you know that the situation in Syria is deteriorating at an accelerated rate. Adding to the complexity is the support Bashar Al-Assad is receiving from the Iranian government and the stockpiles of … Continue reading
The NavELite Backlit Magnetic Compass (BLMC) Is Approved For Use By The U.S. Army Ranger Training Brigade
The NavELite Backlit Magnetic Compass (BLMC) Is Approved For Use By The U.S. Army Ranger Training Brigade In Accordance With The Published Ranger School Packing List (Optional Items). A six-month government sponsored field testing was conducted by select 5th Ranger … Continue reading
I’m Holding My Breath Until I Turn Blue…
Democrats are making increasingly explicit threats about their willingness to let nearly $600 billion worth of tax hikes and spending cuts take effect in January unless Republicans drop their opposition to higher taxes for the nation’s wealthiest households. One of the headlines in … Continue reading
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Tagged budget, Congress, sequestration, tax-cut
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LaserMotive Technology To Refuel Stalker UAV In Flight
On 11 July 2012, Lockheed Martin issued a press release about a joint test with LaserMotive using laser power to keep their Stalker UAS powered for more than 48 hours. LaserMotive, headquartered just outside of the Seattle area, has brought to fruition … Continue reading
Posted in Laser Based Technologies
Tagged LaserMotive, Stalker, UAV, wireless power
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Introduction To The Rifle Squad.
This is an interesting overview that includes organization, ranks involved and weapon systems. It’s a fun simulation and instructional if you’ve never operated in a basic squad formation. Enjoy!
Sylvester Stallone’s Son Sage Stallone Dies Age 36
Industry icon, Sylvester Stallone, has for the greater part of his career been a symbol of god versus evil. His role in Rocky, Rambo and the Expendables pits his character against forces of oppression. Mr. Stallone has special meaning to me because … Continue reading
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LASERLYTE® OFFERS A NEW 3-YEAR WARRANTY
Laserlyte® announced it will extend its customers a 3-year warranty on all new Laserlyte® products. The new warranty is effective immediately and includes those products sold new over the past three years. This is a great customer service move on the … Continue reading
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Tagged laser, laserlyte
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Benchmades 275 Adamas™ Folder
You’re looking at one of the best tactical folders available, Benchmade’s 275 Adamas™ “Beauty and the Best” the perfect dichotomy. Read my review this August…
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Tagged Adamas, Benchmade, folding knife, tactical
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NavElite Wrist-Worn Backlit Magnetic Compass (BLMC) Is Coming To A Retailer Near You
Among the more pronounced deficiencies, identified by military trainers, are core individual soldier competencies like map reading and navigation. During a televised Ranger Assessment and Selection Program (RASP) held at Ft. Benning, GA, home of the 75th Ranger Regiment over … Continue reading
DEFIANCE® INTRODUCES THE HPS 4GSK CAL. 45 ACP HIGH PRECISION SILENCER FOR THE KRISS® VECTOR
DEFIANCE®, a manufacturer of optimized accessories for professionals, announced the release of the first DEFIANCE® Suppressor designed for the use with the KRISS® Vector family of firearms. Designated as the HPS 4GSK, the suppressor maintains compatibility with all KRISS® SMG, … Continue reading
Posted in Suppressors, Weapon systems
Tagged 4GSK, DEFIANCE, HPS, KRISS, suppressor, Switzerland
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Spyderco’s Dragonfly The Little Knife That Could
Spyderco, based in Golden, Colorado, is the perfect example of an American success story. The company was founded in 1978 by Sal Glesser and his wife Gail, who started producing knife sharpeners and in 1981 Spyderco produced its first folding … Continue reading
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Tagged Dragonfly, folding knife, knife, Spyderco, tactical
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General Dynamics Unveiled A New Lightweight Medium Machine Gun.
General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products (GDATP) unveiled a new Lightweight Medium Machine Gun (LMMG) at NDIA’s Joint Armaments Conference, Exhibition & Firing Demonstration held in Seattle this past May. The new machine gun attempts to fill a gap that exists between the … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged 300 WinMag, 338 Lapua, 338 Norma, GDAPT, General Dynamics, LMMG, machine gun
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Will The 2nd Amendment Stand?
By: Sal Palma I read a rather troubling article published in the Bloomberg View titled “Are Guns a Pre-Existing Condition?” This is an editorial piece written by Francis Wilkinson, a Bloomberg View editorial board member. I suggest you read it. I’ll … Continue reading
Bastinelli Creations Artisan and Rising Blade Master
I have recently taken notice of someone I believe to be a rather gifted knife designer, Bastien Coves of Bastinelli Creations. Bastien is a French knife maker working out of a small shop in Paris. Bastien is not simply a gifted young artist; he is, … Continue reading
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Tagged Bastien Cove, Bastinelli, Bastinelli Creations, France, knives, Paris, tactical
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Happy 4th Of July 2012!
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Tagged 4th, fireworks, Independence, July
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Active Safety Notice Reminder From Blackhawk – SERPA® Level 3 Lightbearing Duty Holster
Blackhawk would like to remind all of their SERPA® Level 3 Lightbearing Duty Holster customers to read the active safety notice. Please be advised that if your holster meets the documented criteri Blackhawk will replace the holster for you. SERPA® … Continue reading
Daniel Defense Revamps Law Enforcement Packages
Beginning July 2, 2012, Daniel Defense will equip its four LE Packages with gear widely approved by police departments and other law enforcement agencies. Each of the four configurations will include a Daniel Defense DDM4 rifle, sling, magazines and protective rifle … Continue reading
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Tagged carbine, Daniel Defese, DD, DDM4, LE, rifle
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