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FLIR ANNOUCES THE NEW FLIR SCOUT TK and FLIR TG130 THERMAL CAMERAS

Wilsonville, OR – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced two compact thermal camera products that will be showcased at the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) this week: the FLIR Scout TK thermal vision monocular and the FLIR TG130 spot thermal camera. … Continue reading

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Steiner Acquires STS AND DIFFRACTION LTD

Steiner officially announces that it has acquired two U.S. companies, the Sensor Systems Division of The O’Gara Group. The group is comprised of Sensor Technology Systems (STS) and Diffraction LTD. For more than 25 years, STS and Diffraction have provided … Continue reading

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Dead Air Armament Announces New Ghost-M Suppressor for Centerfire Pistols

Lawrenceville, Ga. (January 2016) – Dead Air Armament,  announces the latest addition to their 100 percent USA made, unique product line: the Ghost-M suppressor for centerfire pistols. The Ghost-M is a centerfire pistol suppressor that will shoot everything from 9mm, … Continue reading

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Upcoming Reviews Kicking Off 2016

We’ll be kicking off 2016 with two reviews that we’re sure will be on interest to you. We’ll lead with Our SilencerCO ASR Muzzle Brake (5/8 x 24) where we’ll talk installation, function and fit and finish. We’ll be following … Continue reading

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WE PREDICTED THIS WOULD SOON HAPPEN

For the last couple of years we’ve been predicting the ascension of female service members into SOF units. Industry has responded with the introduction of the “Molon Labia Patch” This will surely get “patch of the year” from us. Ladies, … Continue reading

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TrackingPoint Announces Financing Program for All Precision-Guided Firearms

TrackingPoint  announced  it’s new Financing Program for all its Precision-Guided Firearms. Qualifying customers now have the option to put down a 10% deposit on their purchases, and finance the rest over 24, 36 or 48-month payment plans.The actual interest rate … Continue reading

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Scopecoat Acquires Slideboot

Virginia Beach, Va. (January 2016) – Scopecoat LLC, makers of patented optics protection for transportation and storage, has announced its acquisition of Slideboot, a handgun slide cover company previously owned by Gunhugger Enterprises, LLC of Phoenix, Arizona. Slideboot was developed … Continue reading

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Behind The Scenes At Masterpiece Arms

  MasterPiece Arms (MPA), manufactures the MPA BA Rifles, Chassis Systems, Defender Pistols and Carbines, Suppressors and MPAR Rifles. Creating a Masterpiece outlines the process of creating MPA’s famous bolt action rifles from concept through manufacturing and assembly. It concludes … Continue reading

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Grand Power Introduces Three New Firearms to the American Market

Wanamassa, N.J. (January 2016) – Eagle Imports, Inc., the exclusive distributor of Metro Arms, SPS, Bersa, Comanche, Grand Power and Llama firearms products, is proud to announce the arrival of three Grand Power pistols to the American shores for the … Continue reading

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SILENCERCO INTRODUCES THE MULTIPLATFORM MULTICALIBER HYBRID SUPPRESSOR

SilencerCo introduced the Hybrid™ – a silencer for any platform. Compatible with pistol calibers from 9mm to .45 ACP, rifle calibers from 5.56mm to .45-70 GOV and .458 SOCOM, and many in between, the Hybrid is both full auto and … Continue reading

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Crimson Trace Introduces Its Patented LiNQ System

Imagine a weapon mounted laser/light combination that can be controlled wirelessly, Crimson Trace did just that. The company has just announced its new LiNQ® System. This wireless and remote operation system utilizes a powered control grip to activate and operate … Continue reading

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Russian AK-107

The AK-107 is a new design fitted with a counter inertia reciprocating system. The objective is to use mechanics to counter the normal recoil impulse and its subsequent deleterious effects. So, in the AK-107 Kalashnikov Concern uses an opposing reciprocating … Continue reading

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Walther Introduces Its New PPS M2 Slim 9mm

(FORT SMITH, Ark.) – New to the Walther line of personal protection pistols is the PPS M2, an innovative new 9mm pistol that sets the bar for ergonomics and comfort for concealed carry. The new PPS M2 is engineered for … Continue reading

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A New Year’s Message

We hope everyone had a super Holiday Season, we’re delighted to see you back safe and sound. 2015 has been a challenging year across many fronts but Americans have the strength and backbone to meet challenges head on. 2016 is … Continue reading

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HAPPY NEW YEAR !

 

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Galil ACE (GAP39) RECALL

Galil ACE (GAP39) RECALL IWI US is conducting a recall of all Galil ACE (GAP39) pistols that have a receiver with a 3-pin (3-hole) fire control group construction. While these pistols cannot fire automatically, BATF&E has historically held that AK … Continue reading

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Dead Air Mask .22 Suppressor Named Editor’s Choice by Shooting Sports Retailer

Lawrenceville, Ga. (December 2015) – Dead Air Armament is proud to announce that its Mask .22 Suppressor has received the honor of being named Editor’s Choice by Shooting Sports Retailer magazine in its December 2015 issue. “The Mask is just … Continue reading

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SPEED DRILL ON THE AKM

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GEAR REVIEW: MAGPUL PMAG 30 AK/AKM GEN M3 7.62 x 39 Magazine

  We’ve just put the wraps on our review of MAGPUL’s new PMAG® 30 AK/AKM GEN M3™. In our opinion, this is what the PMAG 30 AK/AKM MOE should have been from the beginning, but at last what all AK … Continue reading

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Carolina Arms Group Hires Sales Manager Jonathan "Shorty" Long

Mooresville, N.C. (December 2015) – Carolina Arms Group, LLC., a manufacturer dedicated to producing heirloom quality, American made firearms, announces the hiring of Jonathan “Shorty” Long as their new sales manager responsible to increase CAG’s brand awareness and lead the … Continue reading

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GAP Grind 2015 Long-Range Tactical Shooting Event

This year’s GAP Grind match took place 16-18 October at the K&M Shooting Complex in Finger, Tennessee. Competitors from law enforcement, military and civilian communities participated in what is a fast-paced demanding competition. Cory West, of Texas, took top honors … Continue reading

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Kalashnikov Concern SV-99

The SV-99 was introduced in 1999 and is based on the BI-7 biathlon sporting rifle. This is a bolt action rifle that has the same toggle-locking, straight pull bolt action as the BI-7. The bolt handle swings back and forward … Continue reading

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MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL

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BAWIDAMANN ROGUE KNIVES ARE AVAILABLE

These knives are designed with a 60 degree angle bend from handle to tip to enhance natural motions from punching to plunging, with the knife being a true extension of the motion. They are designed for off side carry, and … Continue reading

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Larry Vickers On The Russian Vityaz-SN

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

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UPCOMING REVIEW: MAGPUL PMAG 30 AK/AKM GEN M3 7.62×39

Magpul Industries has delivered on the promise to produce a steel reinforced version of their all polymer PMAG® 30 AK/AKM MOE®.  The PMAG® 30 AK/AKM GEN M3™ is here and now in the distribution channel. We’re currently working on a … Continue reading

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THE TWO GREAT MOTIVATORS

As we get ready to slow down the presses to enjoy the Holiday Season with our families, we want to leave our readers with a profound (at least in our opinion) shoot-the-shit topic. As with all shoot-the-shits you can participate … Continue reading

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Bryan Litz On Coriolis Effect

Bryan Litz is a ballistician for Berger Bullets and Applied Ballistics. Bryan has authored a number of authoritative books on the subject of ballistics. His software, published by Applied Ballistics, can be found on a number of devices including the … Continue reading

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Liberty Ammunition’s Silverado .223 Gets High Marks From The National Tactical Officers Association

In Feb-2014, we had the opportunity to test fire the Silverado .223 Remington ammunition and found it to have exceptional accuracy with impressive terminal ballistics. You can read our review here.   Liberty Ammunition’s lead-free .223 Rem 55 Grain rifle … Continue reading

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Kinetic Concealment Adds Value Red-Dot Sight

(Jackson, TN) – Kinetic Concealment, makers of the patent pending neoprene-backed leather hybrid holster, is proud to announce the edition of their new RD-01 Red Dot Sight to their accessory line of products. The Kinetic Concealment Red Dot sight is … Continue reading

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BRYAN LITZ ON THE APPLIED BALLISTICS KESTREL

Bryan Litz is a ballistician for Berger Bullets and Applied Ballistics. Bryan has authored a number of authoritative books on the subject of ballistics. His software, published by Applied Ballistics, can be found on a number of devices including the … Continue reading

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LARRY VICKERS ON THE RUSSIAN PL-14

The folks at Kalashnikov Concern are developing a new pistol designated as the PL-14. Chambered in 9x19mm, the PL-14 represents a philosophical and technical departure from traditional Russian pistol designs. The initial launch is a steel slide on an alloy … Continue reading

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MAGPUL INDUSTRIES IS NOW SHIPPING THE MOE SL-K CARBINE STOCK MIL-SPEC

A drop-in replacement buttstock for AR15/M4 mil-spec carbine buffer tubes, the SL-K is designed for compact PDW style weapons or users desiring a small and light stock. This stock features a short and slim profile, a smaller rubber butt-pad with … Continue reading

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NOTICE TO DRONE OWNERS

A number of our readers may operate drones as a tool while conducting training, videography or both. It’s important that you understand and comply with FAA rules and regulation. There are a number of regulations in place. First you can … Continue reading

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DESERT TECH ANNOUNCES PRICING DETAILS FOR ITS MDR BULLPUP

Desert Tech has announced M.S.R.P for the company’s MDR, widely celebrated as the most advanced bullpup design on the market. The MDR will be offered in two calibers, 5.56 x 45 and 7.62 x 51, and will hit the stores … Continue reading

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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SPEAKERS

It’s Friday and just two weeks until Christmas. Where has this year gone! If you’re at all like me you’re amazed but never overwhelmed by the massive number of cluster fucks in progress around the world. Just when you thought … Continue reading

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Dead Air Welcomes Director of Sales Gary Hughes

Lawrenceville, Ga. (December 2015) – Dead Air Armament™ is proud to announce the addition of Gary Hughes to the team as the new Director of Sales. Hughes brings over two decades of firearms industry experience covering a multitude of positions … Continue reading

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RevMedx XSTAT 30 GETS FDA APPROVAL

In February 2014, we introduced our readers to RevMedx’s XSTAT system designed specifically to rapidly treat gunshot wounds in the field. The XSTAT has been used by the military since 2013 with exceptional results. The FDA has now approved XSTAT … Continue reading

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THE MATBOCK LIFT SYSTEM

  MATBOCK’s LIFT SYSTEM is on the cutting edge of technology – it’s lighter and provides greater functionality at a lower cost than current systems. The LIFT System replaces your SSE Bag, Soft Litter, Semi-Rigid Litter, Fully Rigid Litter, Assault … Continue reading

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ATN BinoX-HD 4-16X Smart Binoculars Now Shipping

South San Francisco, Calif. (December 2015) – ATN, innovators of advanced night vision, thermal imaging and digital Smart HD optics for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, military and law enforcement, is pleased to announce that the long awaited BinoX-HD 4-16X Smart Binoculars … Continue reading

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