Monthly Archives: October 2014
Extrema Ratio Introduces The RESOLZA A Touch Of Sardinia Tipo Extrema
You don’t need to read too many of my knife reviews to come away with the impression that I like edged weapons. Regardless of origin, they are the complete utility tool. Whether called upon for defense or just plain work, … Continue reading
Reader Question: Does Glass Matter On A Reflex Sight
I have a question / comment from a reader regarding the importance of optical clarity when considering a reflex sight. He raises an interesting question that is rarely discussed. It was inspired by my review of Bushnell’s AR TRS-25. The … Continue reading
From All Of Us Have A Safe And Spooky Halloween
Halloween is here! It’s a great time of the year to have some fun with the little urchins, but in the absence of urchins, it’s also a great time to dress up and take in a costume party, so have … Continue reading
EBOLA And The Great Quarantine Debate
This Friday’s shoot-the-shit topic centers around the West African Ebola epidemic and the quarantine debate taking place in this country. The question being decided is this… Should an individual who has had direct contact with infected person(s) be quarantined for … Continue reading
Sniper’s Hide Moves To The Scout Network
A Message From Frank Galli: Sniper’s Hide has Moved to the Scout Network In case you missed it, earlier in the month Sniper’s Hide has moved the site to the Scout Network. Contrary to popular belief we did not … Continue reading
AK Precision Picatinny Quad Rail Handguard System Is Now Available
The PR-01 Precision Picatinny Quad Rail Handguard System from K-VAR Corp was designed and manufactured to meet and exceed the following stringent military requirements: Ability to accept cleaning rod with the rail system installed – achieved with stainless steel internal … Continue reading
Free Shipping For Halloween From Extreme Outfitters
The Grey Ghost Is Kicking Off A New WEB Site
A Message From The Grey Ghost: “…we’re deploying a new Grey Ghost website this weekend, so bear with us if comms are slow for a couple of days. We’ll be working our asses off and wearing reflective belts, but we’d … Continue reading
Liberty Ammunition Adds A 10mm Auto To Its Civil Defense Line
Liberty Ammunition has earned a reputation for some of the most accurate and effective defensive ammo and well deserved, I might add. If you haven’t tried their 9mm loads yet you should. The company has just announced a 10mm Auto … Continue reading
Season’s Savings From GSS Gear
GSS Gear operates a full line outdoor and tactical gear retail shop. They have two pro shops located in Ft. Walton Beach and Virginia Beach. Starting 2 November and extending through Christmas, they are offering attractive discounts on selected brands. … Continue reading
The ATN X-Sight Day / Night Rifle Scope Line Now Shipping
The long awaited ATN X-Sight 3-12x and 5-18x HD Day / Night rifle scopes have begun shipping to distributors. The X-Sight rifle scopes utilize the newest in electro-optical technologies with an advanced HD sensor providing superb image quality with high … Continue reading
Silencerco Presents The Silencing A Halloween Story
Magpul Has Just Announced That The Armorer’s Wrench and Bev Block Are Now Shipping
American-Made, solid steel construction with grip-enhancing phosphate finish engages both stock and pin-style barrel nuts. Fits standard sized flash hiders. Installs and removes rifle receiver extensions and carbine castle nuts, with extended teeth for use with ASAP plates. Two hammer … Continue reading
The MARCK-15 Hydra .450 Thumper
MG Industries has just announced the availability of its Hydra .450 Thumper. The .450 Thumper round gives the Hydra another hard hitting configuration for hunters to use when taking down large game. With this system, the user can purchase and … Continue reading
Daniel Defense Releases New Rails & Optic Mount
Black Creek, GA- October 27, 2014– Daniel Defense, engineering and manufacturing the world’s finest firearms, precision rail systems and accessories, today announced new product releases: SLiM Rail™ 12.0 and Aimpoint® Micro Mount (Absolute Co-Witness). The SLiM Rail™, which first debuted … Continue reading
Is Browning Really Introducing A 1911 In .380 ACP
I normally require about 2 quarts of Starbucks Bold (NO ROOM FOR CREAM PLEASE) before my heart starts running at normal operating speed in the mornings but today it was different. I ran across a video from Browning presenting what … Continue reading
The Folks At SKD Tactical Cannot Be Outdone
This Halloween keep a helmet on your soldier with SKD Tactical’s Zombie Condom. You just never know where the living dead have been and you certainly don’t want Planned Parenthood to have to get involved; so, keep yourself and those … Continue reading
Larry Vickers On The M3 Carl Gustav 84mm Recoilless Rifle
Should Terrorism Be Redefine (Continued)
I don’t know about you, but I am growing weary of the “Islamic Terrorist” extravaganza. The scales tipped for me when I see media “rock stars” citing from the Koran; here’s why that bothers me? It adds to the depths … Continue reading
BAWIDAMANN POGN G10 VZ WALKURE GRIPS
The Bawidamann PONG (pronounced PONE) is my favorite of the Bawidamann designs. Blade geometry is superb and the carry options extensive. The knife has been updated front to back, with a larger blade and handle but retains a low profile. … Continue reading
Laserlyte Laser Sight For The Diamondback .380 and 9mm
Extreme Outfitters Pre-Deployment Registry
Looks like a great way of letting your fans know what you need, so check it out!
Should Terrorism Undergo Redefinition?
It’s Friday so I thought I’d pick a topic for the weekend shoot-the-shit. After devoting a few CPU cycles to selecting the topic, I decided on terrorism; more specifically should terrorism be redefined? You can’t turn to a news outlet … Continue reading
Crimson Trace Earns Prestigious SEOPA Recognition
(Wilsonville, OR) – Crimson Trace, America’s recognized leader in laser sighting systems and tactical lights for firearms, has been honored by the Southeastern Outdoor Press Association with an “Excellence in Craft” award. The award, recognizing Crimson Trace’s high standards … Continue reading
Magpul 2015 Calendar
Magpul is now accepting pre-orders for their 2015 calendar. They make a super Christmas gift. Pre-Order HERE
Gear Review: Thomas R Bender’s The Tool
Let me say right off the bat that my catchy post title will be meaningless without reading my review. So, read the review. Having said that Tom’s creations are the personification of simplicity yet total ferocity! Nothing in his work … Continue reading
Camelback’s FORGE A Better Travel Mug…
Leak Proof Double-Wall Impact-Resistant Cap Aroma Bowl Lock-Open Button with leak-proof closure for frequent sipping.
IWI US, Inc. Announces The Tavor Tactical Combat Folding Knife
This week, IWI introduced a tactical folder that pairs very nicely with your Tavor SAR. The knife is an exclusive design, for IWI US, manufactured in Pennsylvania by Guardian Tactical in collaboration between the U.S. Protective Service and Andrew Buerk, … Continue reading
Canadian Soldier Murdered While Standing Guard At The National War Memorial In Ottawa.
The loss of a Canadian serviceman carries the same weight as the loss of one of our own and we extended our deepest condolences to his family, friends and comrades. Canadian authorities are conducting operations in the downtown area of … Continue reading
HK Days $200 Rebate
HK is looking to make your Christmas brighter with a $200 rebate on any purchase of an HK firearm. This offer is good from 1 Nov 2014 to 31 Dec 2014. This is one heck of a deal… Take advantage … Continue reading
Brownells Back-In Black Rifle Event…
It’s a great time to start or finish that AR build as Brownells kicks off the “Back In Black Rifle Event” starting October 20 and running through Black Friday weekend. That’s more than a month of special deals on AR-15 … Continue reading
HSGI Has Added Belt Mounted Tacos To Its Product Line
HSGI customers will now have the option of adding belt mounted HSGI pouches to their kit. To order, or for additional details visit HSGI
Aimpoint Introduces A New Carbine Optic
20 October 2014 Aimpoint has announced today the introduction of a new sight designed specifically for modern sporting rifles such as the AR-15. This new red dot, known as the Aimpoint Carbine Optic or ACO, expands upon the company’s proven … Continue reading
Greg Hall Joins Benchmade Product Team
October 20th, 2014 (Oregon City, OR) Benchmade Knife Company, manufacturer of premium sports cutlery for the last 26 years, is pleased to announce the addition of Greg Hall as a new Product Line Manager. As the latest member of the … Continue reading
Who Remembers Blind Melon Chitlin ?
Crimson Trace Honors Media Members
(Wilsonville, OR) – Crimson Trace, the shooting industry’s recognized leader in laser sighting systems and tactical lights for firearms, recently honored two shooting sports media members for professionally communicating about concealed carry techniques and self-defense firearms. The first honor was … Continue reading
TrackingPoint Introduces The First Weapon-Integrated Digital Glasses For Hunting and Shooting.
The folks at Tracking Point have improved on their total fire control shouldered fired weapon system with the introduction of Integrated Digital Glass. Designated ShotGlass™ digital shooting glasses, these optical devices allow you to shoot around corners and record your … Continue reading
Blue Force Gear Has Just Announce A Limited Edition AK Sling
BFG and Larry Vickers have collaborated once more to produce a Kalashnikov sling that retains the classic AK characteristics with the convenience and utility of the Vickers combat sling design. Improved materials, enhanced design with an AK panache sounds like … Continue reading
AUSA 2014 Winter Symposium (Feb 2014)
If you are a planner or product developer for your company, you’ll want to sit through this video library. The importance of developing products and technologies that specifically address the needs and solve the problems presented by these panels will … Continue reading
FOG HORN 