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MILIPOL 2015 GLOCK Inc.

In addition to the Glock 43, Glock Inc. unveiled its Gen 4 pistols in MOS configuration. Glock introduced the MOS models to allow shooters the flexibility of mounting their preferred reflex sights. The Gen4 models G34, G35, G41 and G40 … Continue reading

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Bryan Litz On Ballistic Solutions: MOA and MIL

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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FN MILITARY COLLECTOR SERIES

FNH USA has a real treat for the collector of militaria. The company announced its “FN MILITARY COLLECTOR SERIES” which consists of three weapon systems M4, M16 and M249S. The M4 and M16 will enter the market at as M.S.R.P. … Continue reading

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CRIMSON TRACE AND BLADE TECH PROVIDE AN EFFECTIVE SOLUTION.

One of the challenges encountered by gun owners who equip their pistols or revolvers with a laser or light accessory is finding a suitable holster. Crimson Trace and Blade Tech have a solution for you. The configurations include  solutions for … Continue reading

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TPG BLACK Releases VALIANT SERIES IIIA Soft Armor

Boynton Beach, Fla. (November 2015) – TPG BLACK, the exclusive line of American-made products offered by Tacprogear (TPG), now includes the Made in America VALIANT Series Level IIIA Soft Armor. This model of armor has been determined to comply with … Continue reading

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SWR Trident 9 AND HEMS/HEMS 2 Customers Stalking Rhino Industries Is Accepting Orders For Pistons And Other Parts

Stalking Rhino Industries is finally moving into dedicated production runs for SWR Trident9 and HEMS/HEMS2 parts and accessories! “You all have been patiently waiting to get your parts so we wanted to give you the first opportunity to place your … Continue reading

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Hartman MH1 Reflex Sight

Tullytown, Pa. (November 2015)- Hartman Ltd., a new innovative optics company, is proud to announce the ultimate red dot reflex sight: the MH1. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of worldwide armed forces, law enforcement and sportsman alike, the MH1 … Continue reading

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Vive La France Nous Aimons Paris

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MAGPUL INDUSTRIES IS NOW SHIPPING PMAG 10 AK/AKM MOE

   The PMAG 10 AK/AKM MOE is an inexpensive, lightweight, high reliability 10-round polymer magazine designed for Kalashnikov pattern rifles in 7.62x39mm (AK-47, AKM, AKS, SIG556R, and others.) It features a removable floorplate, constant curve geometry, and a high-reliability/low-friction … Continue reading

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IWI US Exhibits at 2015 Texas Firearms Festival

Harrisburg, Pa. (November 2015) – IWI US, Inc., a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) Ltd., invites all firearms enthusiasts, first time shooters or just the curious to try the bullpup awarded the 2014 American Rifleman’s Golden Bullseye Rifle of … Continue reading

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RANGING WITH A DRAGUNOV RETICLE

We hope that you’ve had a pleasant and productive week – I know we sure as shit have. So we are all looking forward to the weekend. It’s Friday and time for our weekly shoot-the-shit. Last week, I expressed a … Continue reading

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OUR 2015 HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING IDEAS

Each year we go back through many of the items we’ve had the opportunity to review and select 10 that we feel would make exceptional gifts or stocking stuffers. The selection criteria is heavily influence by function, reliability, relevance and … Continue reading

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IWI WILL INTRODUCE ITS PISTOL eLOG SMALL ARMS MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL SYSTEM AT MILIPOL 2015

  November 12, 2015 – Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) – a leader in the production of combat-proven small arms for law enforcement agencies as well as governments and armies around the world – will introduce its pistol configuration for the … Continue reading

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MAGPUL’S TEJAS GUN BELT – "EL ORIGINAL" NOW SHIPPING

“El Original” is the first belt in the Tejas Gun Belt line by Magpul. Crafted from a combination of inch-and-a-half wide top grade bull hide leather and reinforced polymer, it’s strong and water resistant, rigid enough to carry a holster, … Continue reading

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HAPPY VETERANS DAY

We want to take this opportunity to thank all of our fellow veterans. We honor you and thank you for your service. Have a safe and relaxing day – it’s in your name.

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TPG to Exhibit at Milipol Paris 2015

Boynton Beach, Fla. (November 2015) – Tacprogear (TPG), a leading manufacturer of tactical equipment used by professionals around the globe, will be unveiling its new VALIANT SERIES Level IIIA Soft Armor and exhibiting at Milipol Paris 2015, to be held … Continue reading

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Dead Air Launches Its Very Cool New Website

Lawrenceville, Ga. (November 2015) – Dead Air Armament announced its new, updated website boasting a clean modern look and easy-to-navigate interface and is now live. Web browsers can visit it at http://www.deadairsilencers.com. “At Dead Air we thought about the user … Continue reading

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G-Code and Haley Strategic Partners Collaboration Delivers A New Bloodstripe Series For 2015

  G-Code and Haley Strategic Partners are proud to present the 2015 edition of the Incog Blood Stripe IWB holster. Released in honor of the 240th birthday of the US Marine Corps, the 2015 edition of the holster features a … Continue reading

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HAPPY 240TH BIRTHDAY USMC

 

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L3 EOTech AND THE USSOCOM SAFETY OF USE MESSAGE

There’s a lot hubbub surrounding the September 2015 USSOCOM Safety of Use Message  identifying L3-EOTech Enhanced Combat Optical Sights (ECOS) SU- 231/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-533-0941, SU-231A/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-587-9345, SU-231D/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-591-7601, SU-253/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-566-2844, and SU-264/PEQ, NSN: 1240-01-590-7763. One of the … Continue reading

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EVOLUTIONAL CHANGES IN GOOGLE’S ANDROID – ARE THEY FOR YOU?

Nearly all of our readers use a smart device for field use to include ballistics computation and navigation. If you fit that mold, it’s important for you to know that changes in the Android operating system may not support the … Continue reading

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TIE FIGHTERS IN FORMATION

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EXTREMA RATIO DOBERMANN IV S AFRICA

Extrema Ratio introduced its Dobermann IV S Africa, a knife dedicated to hunters. The knife delivers all of the characteristics that make it an excellent choice for skinning or otherwise work on the prey. It comes with a 145 mm … Continue reading

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TPG to Exhibit at 2015 SWAT Round-Up International

TPG to exhibit at Booth #13S at the ultimate International SWAT training, competition and vendor show in Orlando, Florida on Nov. 8 – 13, 2015. Boynton Beach, Fla. (November 2015) – Tacprogear (TPG), a leading manufacturer of tactical equipment used … Continue reading

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WHAT MAGNIFICATION IS BEST FOR THE AK’s 7.62 x 39

Here we are once more, one week closer to Black Friday, Christmas and New Year’s. It’s also a Friday and time for our weekly shoot-the-shit. This week’s topic was going to be “How to identify a moron,” the last minute … Continue reading

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SIG IS NOW SHIPPING THE P225 A1

The SIG P225 was, for a long time, a stable for the German Police and other law enforcement agencies. The single stack 9 mm compact frame pistol performed extremely well with superb accuracy and reliability. . German Police discontinued its … Continue reading

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Brownells Recognized by U.S. Defense Department Veterans Group

CEO Pete Brownell (holding plaque) accepts the ESGR Appreciation Plaque from Mark Hennessey (left center) while joined by a group of Brownells’ employee/veterans. Brownells Signs Statement of Support for Guard and Reserve Members Grinnell, Iowa (November 5, 2015) – Iowa … Continue reading

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SILENCERCO ANNOUNCES SPECTRE SUMMIT LINE PACKAGE

SilencerCo® collaborated with Walther® to pair a Walther PPK/S and SilencerCo Spectre 22 silencer as a Summit line package in anticipation of the new James Bond™ movie of the same name. Packages will be available with either a black pistol … Continue reading

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13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi Official Trailer

  We have this on the must see list!

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DESERT TECH ANNOUNCES TRAJECTORY SOLUTIONS APP (TRASOL)

Desert Tech announced the company’s own vision of a ballistics application, marketed as TRASOL (Trajectory Solutions App.)  iOS and Android version are available for $39.99 TRASOL was developed for precision shooters who desire first round hit accuracy to 1500 meters … Continue reading

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BRYAN LITZ ON BALLISTIC COEFFICIENT

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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Phantom Technologies Will Be Exhibiting At Milipol 2015

Phantom Technologies expertise is in the r.f. world and in an era where everything is digital anything remotely analog is magic, but so are the products they develop. High-end convoy, cellular and tactical jammers Jamming system for military or civilian … Continue reading

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MAGPUL SHIPPING THE GL-L PLATE

The GL L-Plate is designed to aid in seating of the magazine into extended magazine wells and to provide positive traction and impact protection without unnecessary bulk. The Magpul GL L-Plate fits the PMAG 17 GL9 and PMAG 15 GL9, … Continue reading

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PGM PRECISION HOSTING A WORKSHOP AT MILIPOL 2015

PGM Precision is hosting a work shop at Milipol 2015 17-20 Nov, 2015. Registration is a requirement. I’ve attended a number of PGM presentations and they are excellent so here’s what you’ll need to do to register. To receive your … Continue reading

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Tom Bender Van Nuys’ Blade Smith

A little over a year ago, I had the opportunity to review one of Tom Bender’s blades, which you can read here. Tom is an amazing Connecticut Yankee now living in Van Nuys, CA. There’s probably not an action film … Continue reading

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Hornady Presents Its 2016 New Products

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN 2015

Whishing You All A Safe And Happy Halloween!

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Wilson Combat Vickers Duty Magazine

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MAGPUL NOW SHIPPING PMAG 30 AK/AKM GEN M3

The PMAG 30 AK/AKM GEN M3 is an extremely durable, lightweight, high reliability 30-round polymer magazine designed for Kalashnikov pattern rifles in 7.62x39mm (AK-47, AKM, AKS, and others.) It features steel-reinforced locking lugs, removable floorplate, constant curve geometry, and a … Continue reading

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IWI US Wins 2015 NASGW Importer of the Year

  Harrisburg, Pa. (October 2015) – IWI US, Inc.,  a subsidiary of Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) Ltd., announces that it has received the 2015 Importer of the Year Award from the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW). The award … Continue reading

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