Monthly Archives: September 2014
Adams Arms Is Accepting Pre-orders For Their New Gas Piston Driven .308
Adams Arms has introduced a new Piston Driven Small Frame .308 Rifle. The rifle weighs under 8 pounds and more than 50% interchangeable with standard AR-15 components. This pre-order is for the limited edition run of BILLET lower receivers with … Continue reading
Happy Birthday From Tactical Beards Owners Club
…so celebrate World Beard Day with TBOC around the world!
MG Industries Introduces the Hydra MARCK-15 5.45×39 AK-74
MG Industries, manufacturer of the modular MARCK-15 AR “Hydra” platform, has introduced the AK-74 model in 5.45×39. The 5.45×39 configuration of the Hydra by MGI comes stock with a low profile gas block on a high-quality Nitrite coated, 16-inch 5.45×39 … Continue reading
Silencerco Invites You To Check Out the 2014 Look Book
The Carl-Gustav MAAWS M4 Is Now A Reality
It’s been about a year and a half since we talked about USSOCOM’s requirement for a lighter and improved version of the Carl-Gustav 84mm MAAWS. Well, SAAB has unveiled the latest generation of its highly acclaimed MAAWS addressing SOCOM’s … Continue reading
STARK Introduces A New Rifle Grip
The new Stark Equipment Basic Rifle Upgrade offers all of the innovative ergonomics of Stark Pistol grips at a low cost. This new BRU retails for $19.95. The BRU has no integral trigger guard, which allows for installation on any … Continue reading
ATN Shot Trak HD and 1911 Monday Morning Gun Porn
I’m right in the middle of writing my review of ATN’s Shot Trak HD, so I wanted to share a nice picture with our readers. What a great accessory to put in your range bag, and if you have kids … Continue reading
Australia Moves Ahead With The Thales F90
There’s been a lot of hot air floating around ( from people claiming to have an “inside” track) that Australia was abandoning the AUG concept and looking for a new combat rifle. Well… Thales Australia announced that the F90 … Continue reading
SilencerCo Releases Shorter, Lighter K Versions of Industry-Leading 5.56 Suppressors
WEST VALLEY CITY, UTAH – September 26, 2014 | SilencerCo released two shorter, lighter versions of the Saker and Specwar product lines today – the Saker K 556 and Specwar K 556. These suppressors were designed to meet … Continue reading
Range Demonstration Of Ohio Ordnance Works Heavy Counter Assault Rifle or HCAR.
The HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle) , developed by Ohio Ordnance Works, is a modernized Browning Automatic Rifle or B.A.R. The rifle is built on a modern chassis with integrated Picatinny rails at the 12 o’clock position, on the receiver, … Continue reading
Unclassified Footage of F22 Airstrike In Syria
This is a short vide of the F22 airstrike on the Command and Control Building in Syria. First note the level of precision, it’s amazing; secondly note the absence of collateral damage. The munition used is the small diameter bombs … Continue reading
Capitalizing On Increased Law Enforcement Interest IWI Expands Its Law Enforcement Division
Harrisburg, Pa. (September 2014) – IWI US, Inc., a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) Ltd., announce the hiring of former law officer and LE sales manager, Rob Walker, as part of the IWI US Law Enforcement Division. Rob will … Continue reading
Iran Unveiled Its New Armed Drone
Apparently this new drone is designed for air-to-air engagements against rotor, fixed winged and UAV aircraft. The drone is armed with air-to-air missiles.
Compared With The Contour Roam Camera, ATN’s Shot Trak HD Is A Much Neater Package.
I’ll have much more to come on this impressive little camera from ATN. Visit us for a full review in October…
Ashbury International New SABER SX Short Action Receiver
Ashbury Precision Ordnance Manufacturing announced the first of a new family of Octagonal Bolt Action Receivers for Cartridges from .223 Rem to .375CT. The SX bolt action receivers are purpose built to maximize surface contact with Ashbury’s newest interlocking SABER®-FORSST® … Continue reading
IWI Israel Launched New Folding Sights For Tavor and X95 Systems.
IWI, Ltd announced new foldable stainless steel sights for the Tavor rifle and X95 systems. The new sights will mount on the rifle’s Picatinny rail and mimic the M4 style peep hole rear and the adjustable front sight post. The … Continue reading
Daniel Defense Expands Color Finish Options to Additional Firearms
Black Creek, GA- September 22, 2014– Daniel Defense, engineering and manufacturing the world’s finest firearms, precision rail systems and accessories, today announced the expansion of their exclusive finishes, Mil Spec+™ and Daniel Defense Tornado™, to additional models. The Daniel Defense … Continue reading
Thermal Imaging For Your Android Device
In July, we reported on FLIR’s launch of a thermal imaging device for your iPhone 5. Android owners were pretty well left out in the cold. We are happy to report that the capability is now available for select android … Continue reading
Ripple Effect XRGL40 Extended Range Grenade Launcher
When Ripple Effect first introduced the MSGL40, we were extremely impressed with its compactness and weight. It was certainly smaller and lighter than any multi-round grenade launcher currently in production. Ripple Effect now has the world’s first, fully qualified, 4th … Continue reading
Sneak Preview: ATN’s Shot Trak HD Gun Camera
ATN’s gun camera is unique in the marketplace in that it’s the first digital action camera designed, from the ground up, to be a gun camera. It mounts on any available Picatinny rail space and can be readily switched from … Continue reading
Maxpedition’s New Triptych Organizers
Maxpedition has introduced the Triptych Organizers, which at first hand look to be replete with some very nice features. The Triptych is available in three sizes small, medium and large. The large model is 11.5 x 8 x 2, … Continue reading
Happy Birthday USAF
Today marks the 67th Birthday of the United States Airforce. Happy Birthday USAF from all of us!
China’s People’s Liberation Army Is Augmenting Its Small Arms
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is augmenting some of its small arms. It recently added the Type 11 (QSZ11) pistol chambered in 5.8x21mm. The Type 11 is a compact frame semiautomatic pistol with an 8+1 capacity. The Type 11 is … Continue reading
Global Identification Summit Kicks Off In Tampa
Biometrics is playing an increasingly significant role in the operational fabric of asymmetric warfare. As a Special Operations Force and Intelligence tool it is vitally important to ensure accurate identification and conduct kinetic operations with granular accuracy. So, I will … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Says: “Buy a Rail Master or Rail Master Pro and Get a Free Blackhawk! Holster…”
For a limited time, anyone purchasing a Crimson Trace Rail Master® or Rail Master Pro® will receive a FREE BLACKHAWK! Laser Holster. This special BLACKHAWK! Laser Holster, online-only, offer ends November 1, 2014 or while supplies last. Make the required … Continue reading
Heckler & Koch GmbH (HK) Downgraded by Moody’s ???
Moody’s – This is the same organization that downgraded U.S. debt. Although it may be true that if Oberndorf am Neckar,Gmbh is hit by a nuclear strike, H&K may be out of business (surprisingly, given the Ukraine situation, a consideration … Continue reading
First Spear Fight Strap. Home Run!
There’s no more effective weapon for shipboard and close quarters operations than the SMG or PDW. Weight, maneuverability, volume of fire and portability are unsurpassed period! For example, weapon systems like the Kriss Vector or FNH P90 are capable of … Continue reading
G-Code Gives Us a Sneak Peek At Some Rather Interesting Kit
Tacprogear Introduces The BLACK Bonz GRID-HERCULES™ Plate Carrier
The Black Bonz GRID-HERCULES™ Plate Carrier is designed to protect against flame, water, chemical and abrasion threats. The TPG BLACK Bonz GRID-HERCULES™ Plate Carrier is designed to hold any of TPG’s new NIJ certified hard armor plates for front and … Continue reading
Happy 20th Birthday To Crimson Trace Inc.
This year Crimson Trace is celebrating 20 years of building laser sighting systems along with providing first-class customer service to firearms owners across America. Here are some of the reason you should consider Crimson Trace for your next laser sighting … Continue reading
Help Us To Never Forget September 11, 2001
I remember September 11, 2001 as though it were yesterday. I was at home getting ready to head out to San Francisco International to board my flight. As I had morning coffee, I watched news coverage of the event and … Continue reading
Brownells Has A Great Deal For You!
The Gerber LMF II Survival Knife is probably on of the best survival tools you can have; especially aviators. This knife will punch through the skin on light aircraft with no trouble at all. It is tough, sharp and functional. … Continue reading
Extrema Ratio Introduces A New Bush Knife The Mato Grosso
Extrema Ratio of Prato, Italy has introduced a new bush knife that the company named Mato Grosso, which in Portuguese means dense or thick bush. Interestingly enough I could have used one this morning. Weight: 370 g – 13.05 oz … Continue reading
Marine Combat Instructors Will Be Issued A New Ribbon
The Secretary of the Navy, Ray Mabus, has approved a new ribbon for Marines who complete a 3-year assignment as instructors at the School of Infantry West or East. The USMC will introduce it in its next MARADMIN. Several Marines … Continue reading
MG Industries Introduces the Hydra Vipera AK-47 Model Pistol
MG Industries, introduced the Hydra Vipera AK-47 pistol model featuring all of the quick-change, multi-caliber capabilities of the original Hydra rifle. The popular 7.62×39 caliber Vipera configuration allows the operator to use standard AK-47 magazines. “Vipera refers to the genus … Continue reading
NSSF Working To Help Educators and Law Enforcement With Firearm Safety
NSSF Offers Firearm Safety Resources to Educators Nationwide, Encourages Dialogue with Law Enforcement on Firearm Safety NEWTOWN, Conn. – The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) is reminding educators and school administrators of the resources available to talk with students … Continue reading
Liberty Ammunition Introduces the .357 Magnum Into Its Civil Defense Line
Liberty’s high-performance ammunition delivers approximately twice the velocity, three times the terminal effects with 16% less recoil, and considerably reduces the weight of loaded weapons. In testing at Liberty’s production facility, the Civil Defense .357 Magnum achieved velocities greater than … Continue reading
Blue Force Gear And The Tactical Christmas Stocking.
We’re just a hair over three months from the 2014 Holiday Season and it’s time to start thinking about picking up some Vickers Combat Slings, or other great tactical nylon, from the folks at Blue Force Gear. Last year, BFG … Continue reading
Looking For A .45 ACP Suppressor? This May Just Be Your Lucky Day.
Dakota Silencer and AAC have a great deal for you. The AAC Ti-Rant is marked down from $850 to $599. In addition to that, AAC is providing a manufacturer’s rebate of $200 to be used on additional AAC purchases for … Continue reading
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