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Plinker Arms Announces Two New .22LR Magazines
Plinker Arms (Cornelius, NC) innovates and manufactures .22 LR products designed to address the needs of the tactical markets and specifically the AR platform. The company has been in business since 2010; designing magazines, charging handles and loading assistance tools … Continue reading
Posted in magazines, Weapon systems
Tagged .22LR, conversion, magazines, Plinker Arms, upper.
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Review: Streamlight ProTac HL Headlamp
In October of 2013, Streamlight announced a new headlamp designated ProTac HL® Headlamp. It is currently the only compact headlamp on the market with a 540 lumen output that began shipping late in November. The ProTac HL®offers the same functionality … Continue reading
Posted in Tactical Lighting
Tagged ProTac HL, Streamlight
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EOTech Has Announced A $60 Rebate
This is a great time to pickup that new sight you’ve been wanting. The folks at EOTech have announced a $60 mail-in rebate. The rebate applies to all holographic sights and magnifiers, which translates to a $120 savings on the … Continue reading
U.S. Army Settles on G-Code and SERPA Holsters
The presolicitation, W911QY-13-R-0016, issued on 10 December 2012 sought: “The improvements sought are increased modularity including a drop-leg configuration, that can be quickly transferred to a hip configuration, as well as the capability to be worn/attached to current Modular Lightweight … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, pistols, Weapon systems
Tagged Army, Blackhawk, G-Code, holster, SERPA, tactical
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Mikhail Kalashnikov Is Dead At 94
Mikhail Kalashnikov, Father of the Modern Assault Rifle, has passed at age 94. As a young designer in the Soviet Army, Kalashnikov adapted a number of design features from German and American firearm designs to develop the most successful assault … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts, Weapon systems
Tagged AK47, Kalashnikov, Mikhail
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A Very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year To All
We are shutting down the presses to spend some quality time with our friends and family. We will be back online 26 Dec 2013. So, without further ado… · Chief of The Watch, lower all masts and … Continue reading
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The TAVOR SAR Takes Top Honor With the "American Rifleman" Golden Bullseye Award
Harrisburg, PA (December 2013) – IWI US, Inc., a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI), announces the TAVOR® SAR has received the 2014 Golden Bullseye Award for American Rifleman Rifle of the Year. The prestigious award, now in its … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged IWI, IWI US, SAR, Tavor
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Yet Another True Story–The Case Of The Popcorn
It’s always difficult relaying events that stand as vulgar examples of stupidity because you run the risk of sounding one-up; a situation that I avoid whenever possible. However, it is what it is, so here it goes. It’s the Holiday … Continue reading
Posted in True Story
Tagged Christmas, Holidays, package, popcorn
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A Bit of Nostalgia From The Greatest Generation, V.J. Day In Honolulu 1945 – Enjoy It!
Posted in Morale Builders
Tagged 1945, Honolulu, VJ Day, WW II
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Arsenal Announces A Bulgarian Krink in 5.45 x39 SLR-104UR
The SLR-104UR may be the most popular stamped receiver “Krink” configuration in the industry. In the past, even parts kits have commanded a high premium when they have been available, and now you can own this desirable rifle, ready to … Continue reading
OPERATION HAWKEYE
On August 6, 2011, the Taliban shot down a CH-47 Chinook helicopter in Afghanistan, call sign Extortion 17, carrying a Special Operations forces (SOF) team of 30 American warriors and a military working dog, along with seven Afghan commandos and … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged Charity, Operation Hawkeye, SOF, Wounded Warrior
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Our Comments on The NSA’s Review Panel Suggestions (Part I)–More To Come
Source: Executive Summary “Liberty and Security in a Changing World”; 12 Dec 2013 With Regards To: Surveillance of US Persons “With respect to surveillance of US Persons, we recommend a series of significant reforms. Under section 215 of the Foreign … Continue reading
Posted in Constitution
Tagged NSA, NSA review panel, surveillance
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GEMTECH Is Sounding Off for 2014
GEMTECH is synonymous with suppressors and the company plans to stay that way with its new product lineup based around its G-Core technology. They’re also blazing new territory making all of their silencers user serviceable and not just the rimfire … Continue reading
Posted in Suppressors, Weapon systems
Tagged G-Core, Gemtech, suppressor
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Army Gets New Individual First Aid Kit, the IFAK II
WWW.Army.mil reported that soldiers will now be issued a new Individual First Aid Kit or IFAK2. The new, enhanced, kit contains the same treatment supplies as the original kit but adds a second tourniquet CAT, a tactical combat casualty card … Continue reading
Magpul Industries Now Shipping The MS1 Sling
The MS1 Sling is the newest addition to the Magpul line of rifle slings. The sling system starts with an optimized, dedicated two-point sling that doubles as a single-point sling when using optional adapters. The MS1 is based on … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories
Tagged Brownell's, MAGPUL, MS1, sling
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Streamlight’s ProTac HL Headlamp–Upcoming Review
The Holidays are, as they say, upon us and it’s time to slowdown a bit to enjoy the Season’s festivities with friends and those you love. We wish all of our readers Happy Holidays. May they be filled with joy … Continue reading
Posted in Sneak Previews
Tagged Christmas, headlamp, New Year, ProTac HL, Streamlight
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Desert Tactical Arms Will Become Desert Tech
Desert Tactical Arms, Salt Lake City, UT will be re-branding to Desert Tech. The move, reflects the company’s expanding focus and direction. Management’s Letter: We have some very exiting things happening at Desert Tactical Arms, the evolution of our company … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts, Training, Weapon systems
Tagged Arms, Desert, Desert Tech, DTA, tactical
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Eglin Air Force Base, FL Is Home To Have Ace
Have Ace is a 2-week training program designed around the needs of SOF personnel. It provides operators hands-on quality time with all of the weapon systems available to them; including exposure to the air assets that provide support for … Continue reading
… And Our Jackass Of The Year Award Goes To Edward Snowden…
Time’s Person of the Year for 2013 has been announced, and the accolade goes to Pope Francis. We couldn’t agree more. In keeping with the concept that good cannot exist without evil or white cannot exist without black, we at … Continue reading
Leupold & Stevens To Debut The TS-32X1 Reticle At SHOT SHOW
Leupold & Stevens has announced a new reticle that looks really interesting, the TS-32X1 MOA based reticle. This new reticle allows for a precise holdover and wind correction without the need to adjust your turrets. The TS-32X1 has 32 MOA … Continue reading
Posted in Optics, Sniper Systems and Tools, Weapon systems
Tagged Leupold, MOA, reticle, TS-32X1
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Let Me Turn You On To Liberty Ammo
Total ammunition performance is the sum of bullet geometry, composition, velocity and accuracy. We look to external ballistics and we look to terminal ballistics. For defensive purposes we want to limit penetration for safety, have a high degree of fragmentation … Continue reading
Posted in Ammunition
Tagged ammo, Ammunition, defensive, liberty, pistol, rifle
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Advanced Armament (AAC) Will Delight Shot Show Attendees With Its New 300 Blackout Pistol
AAC Product Announcement: AAC Blackout Pistol by Advanced Armament Corp.® Only available through RSR Wholesale http://www.rsrgroup.com/ MSRP $1639. These are limited in quantity and in stock now at RSR. Dealers who order this from RSR – limited offer – comes … Continue reading
Posted in pistols, Weapon systems
Tagged 300 Blackout, AAC, Advanced Armament Corporation, pistol
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SWORD Looks Closer To Prime Time
SWORD, acronym for Sniper (Soldier) Weapon & Observer Reconnaissance Devices will be networkable with the addition of a smart device for display and communications. In its latest rendition, the system will enhance the warfighter’s situational awareness. SWORD is product of … Continue reading
Posted in ISR, Sniper Systems and Tools, Soldier Systems
Tagged Canada, Colt, General Dynamics, ISR, sniper, SWORD
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U.S. Army Restructuring Calls For Termination of Paratrooper Status For Some.
The 5th Battalion, 101st Combat Aviation Brigade of the 101st Airborne Division, and the 508th Infantry Regiment will be making their final jumps soon as the U.S. Army wrestles with budget cuts. Both Pathfinders and Red Devils, two units with … Continue reading
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Tagged paratroopers, Pathfinders, Red Devils, U.S. Army
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Today We Remember Those Who Lost Their Lives In The Surprise Attack on Pearl Harbor.
It also reminds us of the pressing need to be relentless in our pursuit of peace, and to be ever vigilant.
Posted in Alerts
Tagged Pearl Harbor
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Parabellum Armament Ready To Launch Its Ratchet Charging System (RCS) For The AK Pattern Rifle.
Parabellum Armament Co. LLC , Grove City, Ohio took to task bringing the AK pattern rifle into the 21st Century. They initially tackled solving the problem of adding a Picatinny rail to the AK that could hold zero; one … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Weapon systems
Tagged AK, Armament, Kalashnikov, Parabellum
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Surefire Scheduled To Debut Its New .22A and .22S Ryder Suppressor.
Surefire will debut two new .22LR silencers at SHOT SHOW, the 22A and 22S Ryder suppressors. Both of these are end-user serviceable. Initial testing of the Ryder suppressors is impressive clearly placing competing manufacturers on the defensive. M.S.R.P. Ryder 22-a … Continue reading
Posted in Suppressors, Weapon systems
Tagged 22-A, 22-S, Ryder, Surefire
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Nesika Announces New Line of Precision Custom Rifles
The new Nesika custom rifles feature the legendary Nesika actions and include features such as Douglas air-gauged barrels, hand laid-up composite stocks and Timney Triggers; a 100% American made sporting rifle. At the heart of the new … Continue reading
Posted in Sniper Systems and Tools, Weapon systems
Tagged Nesika, precision, rifles
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ARSENAL Inc. Releases the SM-13 Optics Mount
ARSENAL Inc. has announce the release of their new optic mount the SM-13. Some of the unique characteristics include a low profile that wraps around the receiver dust cover placing the optic directly above the bore centerline while keeping the … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Optics, Weapon systems
Tagged Arsenal, mount, optics, Picatinny, SM-13
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Arsenal Firearms Will Begin Shipping A Double-Barreled 1911 in December.
Arsenal Firearms gained distinction among 1911 aficionados when the company introduced its revolutionary double-barreled 1911 at Shot Show 2013. Designated AF2011-A1 Second Century this pistol is truly a work of art; retaining the simplicity of two side-by-side 1911 pistols. There’s … Continue reading
Posted in pistols, Weapon systems
Tagged 1911, AF2011-A1, Arsenal Firearms, Italy, Secon Century, Strike One
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Our Recommended Stocking Stuffers For Your 2013 Holiday Season.
We’d like to kickoff your Cyber Monday shopping with our recommendation for some great stocking stuffers. Our selection process remains the same as in prior years; form, function, quality and customer service. We hope you enjoy them and we wish … Continue reading
Posted in Holiday Shopping Suggestions
Tagged Bushnell, CamelBak, CRKT, Holiday, laserlyte, LuminAid, Parabellum, Petzl, Revision, Stocking, Streamlight
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SOCPAC Holiday Party
The SOCPAC Holiday Party is a mere 5 days out so be sure to get your tickets. This year’s party will be held at the Waikiki Hale Koa Luau Garden. It’s a beautiful hotel and garden, so if you want … Continue reading
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