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Admiral William McRaven Clarifies USSOCOM’s Position On Women In Direct Combat Roles.

We’ve recently seen the Secretary of Defense rescind the the 1994 Direct Ground Combat Definition and Assignment Rule. The rule became SOP on October of 1994 but there’s been some confusion, mostly from individuals that haven’t read it, regarding limiting … Continue reading

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Magpul’s RSA-QD Is Now Shipping

The RSA-QD (Quick Detach) is now shipping out to dealers and distributors. The RSA-QD is a rail mounted low profile forward sling attachment point for Push-Button Quick Detach Swivel sling systems. The RSA-QD is made from Melonite-finished steel for wear … Continue reading

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NSSF® Names Las Vegas-based ConvExx as SHOT Show® Management Partner

NEWTOWN, Conn. — After an extensive national search involving the trade show industry’s top management companies, the National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®) has selected ConvExx as its new SHOT Show® management partner. ConvExx replaces longtime NSSF partner Reed Exhibitions. Based … Continue reading

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Attention All Airsoft Fans…

Late this year, look for BB’s to get slightly larger; thereby, achieving greater accuracy. Bulldog, in conjunction with Just BB Guns, UK, and one of the largest airsoft and BB gun suppliers in the EU, will make available a new … Continue reading

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Our First Jackass of the Year Nominee

2013 will be the third year that we sponsor a “Jackass of the Year” award. Readers seem to like it and we get suggestions of political figures, celebrities, porn stars; you name it. This year our first nominee is none … Continue reading

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Converting Meters To Yards and Yards To Meters

  I have a reader question, asking for a simple way of converting from meters to yards and yards to meters. Meters to Yards =======> Multiply meters by 1.094 or you can round to 1.1 Yards to Meters =======> Divide … Continue reading

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High Speed Gear, Inc. (HSGI) Launches Its Urban Grey Line

HSGI manufactures some of the best tactical nylon available. Its TACO magazine pouches are one of the finest utility and mag pouches available anywhere; it’s what I use, and for good reason. Magazine retention is excellent, magazine release is excellent … Continue reading

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American Technologies Network Corp. (ATN) Launches Weekly Facebook Product Giveaway

South San Francisco, CA – American Technologies Network Corp. (ATN), makers of military, law enforcement, security and outdoor night vision and thermal applications, has launched a weekly Facebook product giveaway, entitled “The Digital Night Vision Giveaway.” Fans of the ATN … Continue reading

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iROBOT 110 First Look

  About two years ago, manufacturers began taking a very serious look at man portable miniaturized remotely operated vehicles. Today, we are seeing numerous entries covering aerial, ground and marine environments. … and, they just keep getting smaller! One example … Continue reading

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Trijicon’s SRS (Sealed Reflex Sight) A New Approach To Established Technology.

We recently had the opportunity to take a granular look at Trijicon’s latest addition to their reflex sight portfolio, the Trijicon SRS (Sealed Reflex Sight). I’ll also tell you there is a lot of misinformation about the SRS. In this … Continue reading

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Bawidamann Archangel Michael PVC Patches Available Now…

  These are some of the coolest patches around when you can get them. Andrew Badwidamann just got a batch of these in. Pick yours up here If you think you want one act now because they will vaporize in … Continue reading

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ATN Announces the NVG-7 Night Vision Goggles

  The ATN NVG-7 NVG is a multi-purpose series that allows users to operate the NVG-7 as a hand-held, head-mounted or helmet-mounted night vision device. The single-tube night vision goggle is built around a high-grade 18mm Gen 2+ or Gen … Continue reading

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Command Arms Accessories Introduces MSE-IL Reflex Sights

Command Arms Accessories (CAA) will begin offering the MSE-IL AQC (Accurate Quick Chot) family of sights. The AQC family of sights offer a number of features currently not available from other manufacturers. Some of those features include: Every AQC sight … Continue reading

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Texas Gov. Rick Perry Courts Colt Defense LLC

As interesting as Colt’s interpretation of a 7.62 x 39 AR using a standard AK-47 magazine with a standard AR lower receiver is, the real news is seeing Texas Governor Rick Perry courting Colt Defense. As for Colt’s 7.62 x … Continue reading

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MAGPUL Announces PMAG 40 Gen 3 Shipping

Magpul Industries is now shipping the PMAG 40 GEN M3. Production of the PMAG 40 was delayed while GEN M3 technology was perfected.the USMC M27 IAR. The PMAG 40 has the same compatibility as the 30-round GEN M3, which means … Continue reading

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An Open Letter To Edward Snowden

Mr. Snowden: I have pondered over your actions since news of your leaks broke and I must say, to you, that nothing you’ve done fills me with national pride or patriotism. The only conclusion I can reasonably come to is that you’re … Continue reading

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My Favorite 172S

Have a great weekend and above all enjoy Flag Day. It’s not just a piece of cloth!

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OTIS TECHNOLOGY PARTNERS WITH AIRNESCO GROUP LTD.

OTIS Technology and Airnesco have joined forces forming a strategic alliance to market weapon system maintenance technologies globally. OTIS Technology is a world leader in small arms maintenance solutions and Airnesco is a global supplier of large bore maintenance systems. … Continue reading

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U.S. Army Celebrates Its 238th Birthday

238Years of Distinguished Service to America. Happy Birthday!

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Individual Carbine Competition Is Terminated–M4A1 Stands

  The U.S. Army will finally stop hemorrhaging cash in its quest to find a replacement for the venerable M4A1. In all fairness, the U.S. Army was responding to Congressional pressure to deliver a more “reliable” carbine to our in … Continue reading

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iSniper, Inc. Introduces the iDryfire™ Laser Target System App for the iPhone and iPod…

iSniper, Inc., developer of the iMarksman® Virtual Target System for Marksmanship and Use of Force Training, announced the release of the iDryfire Laser Target System iPhone and iPod Touch app.  The iDryfire™ Laser Training System iPhone and iPod app makes … Continue reading

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Understanding The NSA’s Phone Records Snooping Fiasco…

By: Sal Palma I’m going to take a stab at adding some clarity to this issue in the hope that I can calm my readers down a bit. An effect that I hope will spread because mainstream media does an … Continue reading

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June 6th 1944 D-Day

  Sixty-Nine years ago today, 150,000 troops landed on the shores of Normandy for what marked the beginning of the end for the Third Reich. Take a moment to remember those who served and those who died in that invasion. … Continue reading

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PGM Precision In Collaboration With Sacha Thiel Is Offering A Limited Edition Folding Knife

PGM Precision is the official supplier of sniper weapon systems to the French Government. PGM rifles have a global reputation for their accuracy, robustness and reliability. I’ve had the opportunity to test the company’s PGM338 and walked away extremely impressed … Continue reading

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LaserLyte Introduces The LT-120, Universal Shotgun Trainer Laser System

The folks at LaserLyte® have added the LT-120, Universal Shotgun Trainer laser system, to their expanding portfolio of laser training tools. The LT-120 fits all 12 and 20 gauge shotguns be it pump, semi-auto, break open, single or double barrel. … Continue reading

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Targeted Muscle Reinnervation (TMR) A Technological Leap In Prosthetics.

Targeted Reinnervation  was developed by Dr. Todd Kuiken at Northwestern University and Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and Dr. Gregory Dumanian at Northwestern University’s Division of Plastic Surgery. The term innervation refers to the proliferation of nerve ending and neurons through … Continue reading

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Bushnell Adds An 8×30 Image View Binoculars With Integrated 12 MP Digital Camera.

  Bushnell Outdoors Product Division has seriously improved their product offerings, like their new Elite line of magnified optics, impressive. The Company has announce a new addition to their Image View Binocular line, the Image View Binoculars with integrated 12 … Continue reading

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CSE Gear’s Modular Plate Carrier and DKX Max III Ballistic Plates – An eminently functional and light weight solution.

  Critical Safety Equipment LLC. is a Florida based solutions integrator focused on law enforcement, first responders and security personnel. The company has launched its own line of tactical nylon under the CSE Gear label, which includes an outstanding modular … Continue reading

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Streamlight’s Happy 40th Birthday

    We’d like to wish Streamlight, all of its management and employees, a Happy Birthday. It’s been a highly successful 40 years, marked by continuous innovation, and a commitment to customer service. Great folks producing great products.

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MARINES Order Modification Of The USMC Pack System

The USMC Pack System has been in service since 2012. After completing several modifications, the solicitation for the USMC Pack System went out in 2011. It replaces the Improved Load Bearing Equipment or ILBE. The USMC Pack System is manufactured … Continue reading

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TF3 High Speed Body Armor–For Your Airsoft Tier 1 Operator

Talk about some git-down with the git-down, did I just date myself? For about $80 you too can live the dream. Yes, that’s right, you and your team move quietly through a wooded area when all of the sudden the … Continue reading

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PMAG 30 Gen 3’s At Brownells

  Just a quick heads-up for our readers, Brownell’s has the PMAG 30 Gen 3 magazines in stock. You may want to jump on that ASAP, as I’m sure supplies will go fast.

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Snapzoom–Any Smartphone on any Optic

By: Sal Palma There’s no question that tactical application of notepads and smartphones is increasing at a rapid rate. These devices have added layers of capability previously missing from ISR (Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance). The iPhone and iPad, due to … Continue reading

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Silencerco and SWR Illustrate The Effects Of Muzzle Blast In This Video.

  SOCOM M1A Muzzle Blast Unsuppressed and Suppressed.

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Looking For A Brighter and Wider Look At The World? Catch My Review of Trijicon’s SRS–July 2013

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For Those Who Don’t Play Golf…

  Author on KAC Light Machine Gun

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MOLON LABE INDUSTRIES NOW SHIPPING ITS SCARmag

Molon Labe Industries, manufacturers of polymer magazines and accessories for the FN SCAR and AR rifle platforms, has begun shipment of its patent pending SCARmag to its pre-order customers. “The SCARmag has undergone some great improvements since we initially announced … Continue reading

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Arsenal Announced It Is Ending Production Of The SLR-106

  (LAS VEGAS) – After nearly a decade since its initial introduction into the firearms marketplace, the SLR-106 series is getting a change in to “Collector’s Item.” Production on the series officially ended. The SLR-106 rifle and pistol series was … Continue reading

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MAGPUL MOE Fixed Carbine Stock Is Now Shipping

The MOE Fixed Carbine Stock is a fixed, non-collapsing stock for carbine and most A5 length buffer tubes. It features a slim profile, solid cheek weld, multiple sling attachment options, and is compatible with the ASAP plate and PRS Extended … Continue reading

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Oklahoma Disaster Assistance

The full impact of the Oklahoma disaster has yet to be fully measured. Readers interested in assisting the Oklahoma victims simply click on the picture below. It will redirect you to the American Red Cross official site.

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