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General Dynamics Delivers MK19’s To The U.S. Army
The Army has taken delivery of the first 85 of 650 MK19 40mm Grenade Machine Guns (GMGs) under an $8.7 million IDIQ contract from the General Dynamics (GD) Armament and Technical Products. GDATP was awarded the contract in September 2011. … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged General Dynamics, GMG, MK19
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PEO Soldier’s Video “Shaping the Fight”
A well produced video that will give you insight into just one aspect of PEO Soldier’s mission in life – sniper systems.
Posted in Sniper Systems and Tools
Tagged M107, M110, M25, PEO Soldier, PEO Soldier Weapons, SASS
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Benchmade’s Gorgeous Harley Davidson Ti-Fender™ Monolock
I’ve been around motorcycles of every description for a long time and nothing, other than the Indian, will ever replace the love I have in my heart for the Harley Davidson motorcycle. It screams American in a way no other … Continue reading
Posted in Knives and Tools
Tagged Benchmade, folder, folding knife, Harley, Harley Davidson, knife, Monolock, Ti-Fender
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Extrema Ratio Introduces the 39-09 Combat.
The 39-09 Combat is a slightly shorter, 160 mm, version of the 39-09 Operativo, which traces its origins back to World War I. The U.S. version of the Combat features a flat ground blade with a plain edge and very nicely executed serrations just … Continue reading
Posted in Knives and Tools
Tagged 39-09, combat, Extrema, Extrema Ratio, knives, Operativo, tactical
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SOF Get New Wireless Appliance – RTHD-2 from VT Miltope
Just when you thought life couldn’t get better, technology steps in shattering the illusion. VT Miltope’s RTHD-2 is a ruggedized handheld computer that obviates a need for a smartphone. It is a, first of its kind, wireless appliance integrating a … Continue reading
Posted in Comms, Electronics, ISR, Nav Aids
Tagged 3G, 4G, RTHD-2, VT Miltope
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Travon Martin’s Killing and Florida Stand Your Ground Law
It is terribly tragic to see the life of a young man, Travon Martin, extinguished by a thoughtless and misguided act of bravado. Travon’s death didn’t just destroy a young man’s life it destroyed a family, and all of the … Continue reading
France’s Direction Générale De l’Armement – Calepin international des principales entreprises travaillant pour la défense
France’s DGA is the equivalent to our own DoD. Annually, they publish the “Calepin international des principales entreprises travaillant pour la défense.” The publication is a directory of companies currently engaged in France’s defense initiatives. Although the publication is written … Continue reading
LaserLyte® Newest Laser Trainer Cartridge; The LT-380
LaserLyte® has just added a much needed training tool to their expanding line of excellent laser training products. The LaserLyte® LT-380 laser trainer cartridge will fit all Ruger LCP’s, Kel-Tec’s, and Smith & Wesson .380’s. The LaserLyte® LT-380 laser trainer … Continue reading
Posted in Laser Based Technologies, Training
Tagged Ammunition, Kel Tec, laser, laserlyte, LCP, LT-380, P3AT, Ruger
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Extrema Ratio’s Shaving Kit…
Extrema Ratio has added a novel new product to their line up. You won’t get a Chris Costa action figure with your order, but you well get a very finely crafted shaving kit that’s at home in your hooch or … Continue reading
How Does One Define Leadership?
The Iraq and Afghanistan missions challenged our country and our men and women in uniform. In spite of misguided believes, leaders are not made they’re born and there is no greater example than the following two outstanding senior officers. They deserve our nations gratitude … Continue reading
Otis Technology Awarded 2012 Productivity Achievement Award.
Lyons Falls, NY; Otis Technology, a leading manufacturer of gun cleaning systems and accessories, is the recipient of the 2012 Productivity Achievement Award by Modern Materials Handling (MMH). Each year the MMH publication recognizes the achievements of three … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts
Tagged OTIS, OTIS Technology
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HERA Arms’ TRIARII Conversion for the CZ pistol – IWA 2012 Nürnberg
HERA – ARMS’ TRIARII conversion kits offer repeatable accuracy in a very uncomplicated and intuitive chassis. There’s quite a lot to like in this package!
Posted in Advanced Chassis Systems, IWA 2012, Pistol Conversion Kits, Weapon systems
Tagged conversion, HERA ARMS, kits, pistol, TRIARI
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Do You Favor DHS Scanning Social Media As Part of Its Intelligence Gathering Process?
Some of you may not be aware that the Department of Homeland Security, DHS, funds and co-operates with the host states a total of 11 fusion centers across the United States. Fusion centers are data mining facilities supported by advanced … Continue reading
Posted in DHS
Tagged Congress, DHS, fusion, fusion centers
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Modernization of the AK47
By: Sal Palma When combat assault rifles are a topic of discussion, the Avtomat Kalashnikova emerges supreme and the most successful combat rifle in the history of modern warfare. No other shoulder fired weapon stirs emotions like the AK47. Although … Continue reading
Two Outstanding Knife Reviews – Coming Your Way
This month, I’ll take a look at two outstanding folding knives from two great companies, Benchmade’s Ti-Fender and Columbia River Knife & Tool’s Hissatsu. Two great knives to meet very different needs.
Posted in Knives and Tools, Sneak Previews
Tagged Benchmade, CRKT, folder, Hissatsu, knife, tactical, Ti-Fender
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IWA & Outdoors Classic 2012 – NürnbergMesse GmbH
If you are attending the spectacular 2012 IWA & Outdoors Show and you would like to have your photos, press releases or articles published, send your material to: FOG HORN twobirdsflyingpub@gmail.com Français: Bonjour et merci. Si vous assistez à la spectaculaire … Continue reading
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Setpoint Ammunition – Gourmet Fodder for Your Precision Rifle
It’s not simply me that’s excited about Setpoint Ammunition; in December 2011, the company was awarded the esteemed 2011 Entrepreneur Excellence Award for “Greatest Potential” from the NorthFront Entrepreneur Alliance Group (NEAG). Setpoint’s arrival means that shooters don’t have to … Continue reading
Posted in Ammunition
Tagged .308, Ammunition, Setpoint, sniper, tactical
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Test Your AK Knowledge – Results
The majority of participants did not correctly classify the AK47 depicted in the survey post. Only one participant correctly classified it as the AKM N. It has a stamped receiver, the gas vents are on a radial along the edge … Continue reading
Streamlight® TLR-4™… A Look At An Upcoming Review
The market was long overdue for a reliable, compact, LED weapon mounted light that incorporates a laser aiming module. The folks at Streamlight® stepped in to fill the need with an outstanding offering, the TLR-4™. Read the full review, right here, … Continue reading
Posted in Laser Based Technologies, Sneak Previews, Tactical Lighting
Tagged laser, lighting, Streamlight, tactical, TLR-4
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Danalco’s SealSkinz Socks and OTB’s Search and Rescue Boot.
I first became aware of the SealSkinz product at a SOFIC conference in Tampa. I was anxious to test out a pair and the folks at Danalco, in Duarte, CA, were accommodating enough to send me a pair. For reasons … Continue reading
Posted in Apparel
Tagged Danalco, Newbalance, OTB, SAR, SealSkinz, Search And Rescue, socks, waterproof
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Kevlar Reinforced Garment Looks Good To Go…
The Army began issuing the kevlar reinforced garment back in June of 2011. The concept is to provide some degree of pelvic protection from improvised explosive devices and road side bombs. Since its initial deployment in June, the garment has … Continue reading
Posted in Ballistic Protection
Tagged ballistic, garment, kevlar, PEO Soldier, undershorts
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LaserLyte® Drops Its Price On The RTB-XD Laser Sight.
I just got word that LaserLyte® has lowered its price on their RTB-XD laser light for the Springfield XD and XDM pistols. The new MSRP is $139.95. Although you’ll be paying less you still get to keep the robust housing, … Continue reading
Posted in Laser Based Technologies
Tagged laserlyte, RTB-XD, Springfield, XD, XDM
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LaserLyte® Spices Up Your S&W J-Frame or Taurus Judge With The New CK-SWAT Side Mount Laser.
If you own a Smith & Wesson J-Frame, like an Airweight, or a Taurus Judge you’ve probably had few choices in aiming laser. LaserLyte® from Cottonwood AZ has made that concern null and void with its introduction of the CK-SWAT … Continue reading
Posted in Laser Based Technologies, revolvers, Weapon systems
Tagged Judge, laser, laserlyte, Smith & Wesson, Taurus
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Test Your AK Knowledge
Here’s an opportunity to test your knowledge of the Avtomat Kalashnikova …
STREAMLIGHT® LAUNCHES NIGHT COM® UV
Streamlight® Inc., Eagleville, PA – The company has launched the compact Night Com® UV flashlight, which features six UV LEDs to provide ultraviolet light for a variety of detection purposes. The versatile new light also provides a white LED for general … Continue reading
Posted in Tactical Lighting
Tagged candela, flashlight, lights, lumens, Streamlight, tactical
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Snapshot of February & March !
FOG HORN friends and readers, here’s what’s up. The month of February will see a review of SealSkinz waterproof socks. I certainly don’t want to steal any thunder from the review, but if you hunt or hike you’ll want a few pairs … Continue reading
SealSkinz Review In The Making
A review from the abyss; I’m glad I’m finally sitting down to write it. I’ll make myself clearer later in the article; however, rest assured that SealSkinz developer, Danalco, is not the reason for the attribute. I’ll explain. While at … Continue reading
PARA Ordnance Joins The Freedom Group Family
Para Ordnance of Pineville, NC has been acquired by The Freedom Group Inc. News of the acquisition is somewhat of a surprise to the industry. Para Ordnance has a well-deserved reputation for building exceptional 1911 pistols. At the top of my list is … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts
Tagged 1911, FGI, Freedom Group, Para Ordnance, Para USA, Warthog
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PCP Ammunition Says Polymer Cased Ammunition Ready For Prime Time.
PCP Ammunition, located in Orlando, FL is just a hop-skip-and-jump from USSOCOM, and it is even closer to FOG HORN’s southern bat cave. The company has developed a patented process for manufacturing high performance ammunition using a polymer case. PCP’s … Continue reading
Posted in Ammunition
Tagged Ammunition, PCP, polymer, SHOT SHOW
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Extrema Ratio Pugio – Classic and Timeless
This month, I had the opportunity to review one of the best, if not the best, execution of a combat dagger, Extrema Ratio’s Pugio. I also have a great love for the Roman era Gladius, its longer brethren the Gladius … Continue reading
Posted in Knives and Tools, Soldier Systems
Tagged dagger, Extrema Ratio, knife, Pugio, tactical
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Leupold® Mark 4® 1.5-5 x 20 mm Rifle Scope Offered With 300 Blackout Reticle.
Leupold’s® Mark 4® 1.5 – 5 x 20 mm Rifle Scope is a first focal plane design featuring a 30mm tube and illuminated reticle. The optic features Leupold’s Extended Twilight Lens System™ with DiamondCoat 2™ The scope ships with a … Continue reading
Posted in Optics, Sniper Systems and Tools, Weapon systems
Tagged 300 Blackout, 300BLK, Leupold, Mark 4
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Revision Military Announces Military-Grade Photochromic Eyewear System
Essex Junction, VT, USA (January 11, 2012) – Revision Military, the world leader in protective soldier solutions, introduces the Sawfly Photochromic Eyewear System. Featuring Revision’s rapid light-changing technology, first introduced in its Hellfly Ballistic Sunglasses, the ballistic photochromic Sawfly lens … Continue reading
Posted in Ballistic Protection, Eyewear
Tagged Hellfly, photochromic, Revision, Revision Military, Sawfly
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SETPOINT AMMUNITION – Custom Precision Ammunition
Tactical and precision shooters have known for quite some time that precision shooting systems are only as good as their four major components: rifle, optics, ammunition and shooter. Finding the right ammunition to optimize weapon performance lead many professionals to develop … Continue reading
Posted in Ammunition, Sneak Previews
Tagged Ammunition, precision, Setpoint
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Effects Of The Arab Spring On The Defense Sector.
The emotional and controversial adjustments to our national defense priorities along with budgetary pressures have been of concern to the Defense Industry, not just in the United States but across the globe; leaving the industry looking towards the Middle East … Continue reading
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Tagged Arab Spring, Defense, industry, military spending
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Coming Soon
I’m excited about the coming months and some of the interesting projects underway here at The FOG HORN. I will be delivering a substantial article, along with a video, on the Kalashnikov. I’ll address its origins, design and the psyche that … Continue reading
Posted in Sneak Previews
Tagged AK, Chris Costa, Kalashnikov, Larry Vickers, Pugio, Travis Haley
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U.S. Navy Rescues Iranian Sailors After A 45 Day Ordeal
Amidst all the saber-rattling and Iranian threats of closing down the Straights of Hormuz an irony unfolds. Sailors from the U.S.S. Kidd rescued 13 Iranian sailors from a hijacked fishing vessel, reports CNN. A team from the U.S.S. Kidd boarded … Continue reading
FOG HORN’s Jackass Of The Year Award Goes To Former CNN Anchor Rick Sanchez
Throughout the history of man’s development, scholars have observed the emergence of organized societies when groups of people, or a tribe, achieved surpluses. It is at this point of human development that we see the emergence of thinkers, like philosophers … Continue reading
Posted in Fun Stuff, Morale Builders
Tagged CNN, Jon Stewart, Rick Sanchez
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Extremely Well Done Video Cataloging The World’s Top 10 Sniper Rifles
The producer’s choices are indisputably correct but I certainly would have included the French PGM Hecate over the Dragunov SVD.
Posted in Sniper Systems and Tools, Weapon systems
Tagged rifles, sniper, snipers
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Thales Adds GeoMux To Its SDR Software Library
Readers will recall my series of articles, posted early in 2011, providing a high level overview of the technology supporting the Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) program. It was then that I introduced the concept of the software definable radio … Continue reading
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