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Gear Review: Blackhawk’s Omnivore Multi-Platform Holster
I had the opportunity to review Blackhawk’s latest addition to their tactical line of holsters. The Omnivore is a multi-platform design for railed pistols in two varieties, light bearing and non light bearing Read my review…
DOW at 20,000 + ??
TGIF! This is our first shoot the shit topic in a month or two. If you were thinking we would discontinue shoot the shits you’re wrong. This is a weekly event (most of the time unless we’re slammed). We like … Continue reading
MAGNUM BOOTS OPUS MID BOOT
In December 2016, I reviewed the Opus boot from Magnum Boots. You can read my review here. In the interest of brevity, I won’t repeat what I’ve already discussed in my review but I will summarize by saying these boots … Continue reading
STREAMLIGHT PROTAC HL-X
For 2017 Streamlight has amped up the lumens on a number of their handheld lights. In addition to producing brighter lights, the company introduced the HL-X line of handheld and weapon mounted ProTac lights. These lights feature Streamlight’s dual fuel … Continue reading
Posted in Tactical Lighting
Tagged HL-X, Protac, Streamlight
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LARRY VICKERS ON THE WILSON COMBAT AR9G SBR
Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is a retired US Army 1st SFOD- Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant. In recent years he has hosted tactical firearms related … Continue reading
Posted in Training
Tagged AR9G, Vicker's Tactical, Wilson Combat
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CORRECTION TO MY BURRIS 1-8 x 24 XTR-II REVIEW OF 17 NOVEMBER 2016
Mid November 2016, I published a review of the Burris 1-8 x 24 XTR-II. In that review, I commented on the turret cap retention mechanism. My comments were factually incorrect. You can read the original review here. My original comments … Continue reading
Surefire Introduces Its XC2 Weapon Mounted Light At Shot Show 2017
Fountain Valley, CA – SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest, and most innovative, illumination tools and tactical products, will be launching its brand-new XC2 at the 2017 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The XC2 is the next evolution … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Tactical Lighting
Tagged Surefire, XC2
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The MasterPiece Arms (MPA) Chassis is the Official Precision Rifle Series Chassis System for the 2017 Season
The MPA BA Chassis has proven its superiority as a precision rifle chassis by winning PRS competitions time-and-time again Comer, Ga.- (January 2017) – MasterPiece Arms (MPA), manufacturers of the MPA BA Rifles, Chassis Systems, Defender Pistols and Carbines, Suppressors and MPAR … Continue reading
Posted in Advanced Chassis Systems
Tagged chassis, Master Piece Arms
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STREAMLIGHT UPGRADES THREE PROTAC® MODELS
EAGLEVILLE, PA, January 12, 2017 – Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, has significantly upgraded the lumen output of three lights from its popular ProTac® tactical series: the ProTac® 1L, ProTac® 2L, and … Continue reading
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Tagged Protac, Streamlight
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The New T15 Mini-Thermal Imager Offers Optical Zoom from 3 to 8x
San Diego, CA – January 2017: Utilizing a FLIR core, Torrey Pines Logic, Inc. has developed a unique optical zoom imager from 3x to 8x in a tiny package. Small enough to be held in the palm of your hand … Continue reading
Posted in Thermal Imaging
Tagged imager, Logic, T15, thermal, Torrey Pines
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PROOF Research Awarded Contract For Future Weapon Systems Development
Columbia Falls, MT — PROOF Research, makers of advanced high-temperature composite aerospace/defense materials and components, cut-rifled steel precision rifle barrels, and carbon-fiber composite rifle barrels that deliver extreme accuracy, durability and up to a 50 percent weight reduction-has been awarded … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged Future Weapon Systems, PROOF Research
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IWI US Training Division Classes Now Open
New training courses on IWI firearms, Krav Maga and IWI Armorer’s courses now available to civilians and law enforcement. Harrisburg, Pa. (January 2017) – IWI US, Inc., a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) Ltd., is proud to announce their … Continue reading
BLACKHAWK! Omnivore Holster Now Available
Overland Park, KS – January 10, 2017 – Multiple holsters for multiple handguns is no longer an issue. The BLACKHAWK! Omnivore is a multi-fit holster that accommodates more than 150 styles of semi-automatic handguns with an accessory rail. The active … Continue reading
Vertx® Announces Expansion to the RECON Line of Uniforms
Vertx® , a premier tactical and outdoor brand of apparel and gear, is pleased to announce the release of new solid colors to the RECON line of uniforms. The RECON line consists of 3 elements- the RECON Garrison Shirt, the … Continue reading
IWI TAVOR X95 Coming to Canada
The highly anticipated bullpup rifle will be available to shooting enthusiasts across Canada from Q1/17 Ramat HaSharon, Israel, January 10, 2017. Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) – a leader in the production of combat-proven small arms for law enforcement agencies, governments, … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged Canada, IWI, Tavor, X95
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Kalashnikov USA Files Countersuit Against Finish First Tactical, LLC
Filed in Broward County, Florida at the end of 2016 in response to a lawsuit Finish First Tactical filed against Kalashnikov USA and Premax Manufacturing, Kalashnikov USA seeks compensation for breach of contract and non-disclosure agreement by Finish First Tactical. … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts
Tagged Finish First Tactical, Kalashnikov USA, Premax Manufacturing
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STREAMLIGHT® UNVEILS STATE-OF-THE-ART WEBSITE
Enhanced Site Features Responsive Design, Improved Navigation EAGLEVILLE, PA, January 9, 2017 – Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting tools, recently launched its newly upgraded website, Streamlight.com, featuring a sleek new look with a responsive design and state-of … Continue reading
Posted in Promotions, Tactical Lighting
Tagged Streamlight
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Joint German And USA Weapon Familiarization Training
If you watch the first 30 to 45 seconds of this You Tube video, you can see the German trainer catching a few hot 5.56 shell casings as they are ejected from the G36. These training session are an excellent … Continue reading
THE SNAKES ARE BACK!
The Colt Cobra® marks Colt’s triumphant return to the world of double-action revolvers. Its small frame and 2″ barrel make it ideal for concealed carry. Everything on the Cobra emulates the legendary Python pistols; trigger pull and grip angle are … Continue reading
Larry Vickers On The SAKO M92S
Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is a retired US Army 1st SFOD- Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant. In recent years he has hosted tactical firearms related … Continue reading
Brownells New Product Review By Paul Levy
Paul is presenting some new products from Knights Armament
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Tagged Brownell's, Knight's Armament, Paul Levy
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A Night Vision Revolution is Here: ColorTAC Opens the Eyes of Existing NVGs to a World of Color
“Maintaining our tactical advantage at night will require revolutionary, game changing capabilities like color night vision. The goal of our color night vision effort is to provide the SOF operator the ability to see true color on a moonless night … Continue reading
Posted in Night Vision Technology
Tagged ColorTac, MVG, night vision, nvd
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CASIO INTRODUCES THE PRO TREK GPS MAP WATCH
Casio Introduced its new outdoor adventure watch, the Pro Trek Smart WSD-F20. The watch supports a number of GPS satellite networks and features downloadable maps. Users can locate their position or record their track with the ability to make notes … Continue reading
SIG SAUER TACTICAL TIP
SIG SAUER’s Tactical Tip for this month comes to you from SIG SAUER Academy chief instructor, Scott Reidy. In this video Scott discusses how TCS (Tasks, Conditions, Standards) drills help to measure students to determine their skills and turning … Continue reading
IWI US’ X95 Wins 2017 Golden Bullseye Award for Rifle of the Year from Shooting Illustrated
The TAVOR X95 with its innovative design and function takes home the coveted prize. Harrisburg, Pa. (December 2016) – IWI US, Inc., a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) Ltd., is proud to announce that Shooting Illustrated Magazine has … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged IWI, Shooting Illustrated, Tavor, X95
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LARRY VICKERS ON THE GALIL ACE
Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical is a retired US Army 1st SFOD- Delta combat veteran with years of experience in the firearms industry as a combat marksmanship instructor and industry consultant. In recent years he has hosted tactical firearms related … Continue reading
Posted in Training
Tagged Galil Ace, IWI, Vicker's Tactical
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RECOVER TACTICAL NOW HAS NEW GRIP COLORS AVAILABLE
CC3H now available in Phantom Grey RG15 Quick Change Rubber Grips All Colors on Sale Visit Recover Tactical for additional details or to make your purchase (HERE)
Posted in Accessories
Tagged 1911, Beretta, Glock, grips, Recover Tactical
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OUR TAKE ON THE RUSSIAN HACKS
Nothing that I say below precludes the possibility of Russian hacks; my purpose for writing this is to provide you with details to suggest we need to take our foot of the hacking gas pedal to let our brains … Continue reading
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