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MasterPiece Arms’ MPA57SST Semi-Auto Pistol (Prototype)
We’ve been keeping an eye on MasterPiece Arms, Inc., Carrollton, GA since early in 2011 for two reason. First it’s a matter of home state pride and secondly they’ve been introducing exceptional firearms with a less than traditional design, look and … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged 5.7 x 28, MasterPiece, MasterPiece Arms, MPA57SST
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Knight’s Armament Company’s Sneak Peek Into 2012
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged KAC, Knight's Armament, Knight's Armament Company
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SIG SAUER® MK25 Now Available
Item Number MK25 Caliber 9mm Action Type DA/SA Trigger Pull DA 10.0 lbs Trigger Pull SA 4.4 lbs Overall Length 7.7 in Overall Height 5.5 in Overall Width 1.5 in Barrel Length 4.4 in Sight Radius 6.3 in Weight w/Mag … Continue reading
TABS Radio Initiation System Completes Successful NATO Testing.
This is something that you EOD hombres will love. TABS is a rather clever radio initiation system developed by Chemring EOD based in the UK. With TABS, the team, or command and control for that matter, can communicate from miles away with … Continue reading
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Tagged Demolition, EOD, radio controlled, TABS
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Daniel Defense Will Offer Its M4 V5 in 300 Blackout In 2012.
Daniel Defense, headquartered in Black Greek, GA announced that in 2012 it would introduce a version of its highly successful M4 V5 chambered in 300 Blackout. Daniel Defense started its trek into the military market when its M4 Rail™ was … Continue reading
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Tagged 300 Blackout, Daniel Defense
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British Forces Are Finally Getting the MTP Personal Clothing System Issued.
There was a great deal of chatter and anticipation over the British MTP (Multi Terrain Pattern) Personal Clothing System (PCS); however, after the initial excitement subsided, it looked as though it would take forever to have it issued. That concern may now … Continue reading
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How Do You Take Over Your Adversary’s Drone? A Holiday’s Shoot-The-Shit…
Part of what I enjoy most about the Holiday Season is sitting down with the “brus” putting a few down the hatch while engaging in, what military parlance defines as, a shoot-the-shit. Shoot-the-shits may involve a cigar or two, some … Continue reading
Kevin Brittingham Out at AAC (Advanced Armament Corp.)
Advanced Armament Corporation is second only to Surefire LLC in military suppressor sales. The company, founded in 1994, grew from a small shop in Lilburn, GA, located in the outskirts of the City of Atlanta, to being a driving force … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts, Suppressors
Tagged AAC, Advanced Armament Corporation, Brittingham, Freedom Group, Freedom Group Family of Companies, Kevin Brittingham, Remington, silencers, suppressors
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Intermission – Entreacto – L’intervalle
It’s been a great year for us at The FOG HORN. We’ve had an opportunity to discuss a variety of subjects and present a number of products from outstanding companies all over the world. We wrote about them because they … Continue reading
Setpoint Ammunition Wins ‘Greatest Potential’ Award
Press Release OGDEN, Utah, Dec 22th, 2011 – Setpoint Ammunition was awarded the esteemed 2011 Entrepreneur Excellence Award for “Greatest Potential” from the NorthFront Entrepreneur Alliance Group (NEAG) at the third annual “Entrepreneur Excellence” Awards Banquet. The NEAG was … Continue reading
Posted in Ammunition
Tagged 2012 SHOT SHOW, ammo, Ammunition, Setpoint
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UK Police To Run Trials On An Anti-Riot Laser System.
Photonics is working its way into police science. The generally accepted definition of photonics is the study of radiant energy based on a photon particle. It incorporates all aspects of light propagation including transmission medium, such as fiber optic technology. … Continue reading
Posted in Laser Based Technologies
Tagged laser, Photonic Security Systems, photonics, SU100
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Extrema Ratio Announces A New Addition To Its Lineup The M1A1.
The folks at Extrema Ratio, Prato Italy, have introduced a rather interesting new utility knife, the M1A1. This is somewhat of a departure from their military product line, which includes heavy-duty folding knives, combat knives and survival knives. The M1A1 features … Continue reading
A Look At The Industry Into 2012…
Iraq is over, and Afghanistan is winding down. We’ll soon have all of our folks back home and as they assimilate into society so to will some of the catalyst driving our industry dissipate. This is the natural order of … Continue reading
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Tagged business prospects, DHS, DOD, industry, training
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Top “N” Reasons Where “N” = Any Real or Imaginary Number Why David Letterman is like a Rorschach Test
The moment you’ve all been waiting for, the final Top N reasons where N = any real or imaginary number of 2011. Top N reasons where N = 10 why David Letterman is like a Rorschach Test 10. They’re both … Continue reading
Expendables 2 Debuts August 17, 2012
Readers that keep up with The FOG HORN’s Worth or Not Worth a Dollar movie reviews will note that our review of the first Expendables, of what will undoubtedly be a veritable cornucopia of sequels, left us sitting in the chair wondering just … Continue reading
Posted in Morale Builders
Tagged Expendables, Expendables 2, movies
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Exclusive “Statue of Liberty” GLOCK Named Official 2012 SHOT Show Auction Handgun
Smyrna, GA (December 14, 2011) – GLOCK, Inc. has announced that they have been selected as the official Handgun for the 2012 SHOT Show Auction. A one-of-a-kind, hand-engraved GLOCK 22 will be available to GLOCK collectors and firearm enthusiasts worldwide … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts, pistols
Tagged 2012 SHOT SHOW, Glock, SOT SHOW
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Reader Question – What Do You Think of the Steyr AUG?
Thank you for your question and for visiting The FOG HORN. The short answer to your question is I love it! In my view, it’s probably one of the best carbines in use today. Here’s a short video I shot … Continue reading
Reader Question – Can You Explain an Aerodynamic Stall?
A visitor to The FOG HORN read my Air France post and wants to understand what is meant by an aerodynamic stall. Here we go: When an aircraft is designed, engineers build it to meet specific requirements. If it’s a … Continue reading
Tactical Assault Gear’s Plate Carrier – Extreme Value and Functionality Made In The U.S.A.
In my last review of 2011, I take great pleasure in introducing you to one of the best values in tactical nylon on the market, the Tactical Assault Gear (T.A.G.)® Plate Carrier. However, before jumping right in to the review … Continue reading
Posted in Ballistic Protection, Sniper Systems and Tools, Soldier Systems
Tagged ESAPI, SAPI, Tactical Assault Gear, TAG
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Fun Stuff For 2012 – News Anchors In Thongs.
We are thinking through a few possible “fun” projects for 2012 and came up with the idea that a TV/Cable News Anchor Thong Contest would be pretty cool – figuratively speaking. We’d like for everything with this contest to be … Continue reading
More On The 300 AAC Blackout…
One of our readers, and industry insider, shares this photo with us. The important thing to note is not just the group size – it’s the platform used to achieve it. This level of repeatable accuracy would be difficult to … Continue reading
Posted in Ammunition, Muzzel Devices, Suppressors, Weapon systems
Tagged 300 AAC, AAC, Blackout
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Reader Question About The TAG Plate Carrier.
I have a reader question from someone who is trying to make a Christmas shopping decision. The individual wants to know if the vest can be worn under outerwear. The TAG Plate Carrier is not designed as concealable; however, it … Continue reading
Posted in Gear, Sneak Previews
Tagged armor, Tactical Assault Gear, TAG
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December’s Review Line Up….
A year’s end rapidly approaches; soon 2011 will slip into history. It’s been a great year for the FOG HORN and Americans in general. For that, we have to thank our armed forces and the industry that time and time … Continue reading
Posted in Gear, Sneak Previews
Tagged armor, Shellback Tactical, Tactical Assault Gear, TAG
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Reader Question 300 AAC Blackout – Why Do You Use A 50 Yard Zero?
Thank you for your question and your permission to share it with other readers. It’s a great question! I use a 50 yard zero for two reasons: I use the 300 AAC almost exclusively with a … Continue reading
Posted in Ammunition, Optics, Reader Questions
Tagged 300 AAC, Blackout
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Kel Tec CNC Industries, Inc. Will Likely Unvail A Version Of Its SU-16 In 300 AAC – SHOT 2012
The Kel Tec folks are busy, in Cocoa, FL getting ready to launch a version of the SU-16 in 300 AAC Blackout. Kel Tec has traditionally not been risk takers in their marketing, which says to me that the 300 AAC is … Continue reading
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Tagged 300 AAC, Kel Tec
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A Word or Two About Training…
What prompted this post is a conversation I had recently with an individual who is neither intelligent enough, nor responsible enough, to attend tactical carbine and pistol training. Folks, what you watch on You Tube videos is designed to entertain … Continue reading
ITT Spins Off Its Defense Business.
LAGUNA HILLS, CA – November 2011 – On October 31, 2011, the conglomerate ITT spun off its defense businesses into a company named Exelis, and its water technology business into a company named Xylem, each having their own publicly traded symbol … Continue reading
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CamelBak® ThermoBak® AB à la mode
As 2011 comes to a close, I have to reflect back on days when prior to running a night operation I instructed members of my squad to fill their canteens to reduce the noise as we moved. In some instances, … Continue reading
KRISS® Arms Is Now On Twitter And Facebook
KRISS® Arms, designers and manufacturer of the highly acclaim Super V SMG is running a special promotion for new Facebook fans throughout the month of December. Every new “like” the KRISS Facebook page receives will automatically be entered into the … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged KRISS, KRISS ARMS, KRISS TDI, Super V
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Another True Story – The Case of The Professional
When I launched the FOG HORN my charter was to provide relevant and accurate material of value to individuals engaged in the front lines of defense. So, I talk about a lot of things relevant to the GWOT, and those … Continue reading
Camelbak Thermobak® AB – Maximum Gear “A La Mode”
This week I’ll be wrapping up my review of Camelbak’s Thermobak® AB. Experience counts and once more Camelbak has impressed me with a host of little hints, which when combined scream out “EXCELLENCE!” I’ll take you through the product detail by … Continue reading
Posted in Sneak Previews
Tagged CamelBak, hydration, Thermobak
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Reader Question Regarding The 300 AAC Blackout 9 inch Upper Receiver
This readers would like to know why he needs to get ATF approval and a $200 tax stamp to purchase a 9 inch upper receiver for his AR15. It’s a great question that gives me an opportunity to get on … Continue reading
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Tagged 300 AAC, ATF, NFA
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Remington’s 300 AAC Blackout
Just exactly what is a 300 AAC Blackout? Just exactly what is a 300 AAC Blackout? It’s a caliber that had its beginnings as the 300-221, a wildcat cartridge popularized by J.D. Jones of SSK Industries as the 300 Whisper®. … Continue reading
Tuff-Writer, Inc. Upgrades the Operator Pen Series.
If you’re part of the Monte Blanc crowd you may not find this interesting but it never hurts to keep an ear to the ground and stay receptive, I always say. Tuff-Write, Inc. does one thing and one thing only … Continue reading
Posted in Knives and Tools
Tagged pens, Tuff-Writer
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Blackhawk’s CQC SERPA Holster
Before you tune me out saying this is another SERPA holster review, give me an opportunity to give you my perspective on holsters. The holster is part of your weapon system period. You can have the most finely tuned pistol … Continue reading
Browning machine guns still fire after 70 years buried in an Irish bog !
The machine guns referenced in the headline belonged to a WWII British RAF Spitfire flown by an American, Ronald “Bud” Wolfe. The plane, purchased by a wealthy Canadian industrialist, went down in the vicinity of Donegal, Ireland, after and engine … Continue reading
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FOG HORN’s 2011 HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING IDEAS FOR YOUR SPECIAL SOMEONE.
Throughout the year, I have the opportunity to test and evaluate products from outstanding companies. I share that experience with you through postings on the FOG HORN and by making those articles and reviews available to you on Scribd. From … Continue reading
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Tagged Christmas, gifts, Holiday, Xmas
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“Get Your Permit…” The Video
This is one of several videos featuring Sheriff Chuck Wright, Spartanburg, SC, advising women to travel in groups and get a gun permit; it is making its way through the country and the media in wildfire like manner. Undoubtedly, those … Continue reading
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Tagged gun control, permit, Sheriff Wright
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Blackwater Comes To Kinect For XBox 360
When one thinks of private contracting firms, in context of the Iraq and Afghanistan theaters of operation, no private contractor is more infamous than Blackwater. It’s hard to say how history will view Erik Prince, Blackwater’s founder and Ex Navy … Continue reading
Haley Strategic On Airsoft Training
Travis Haley is a veteran Force Reconnaissance Marine with 14 years of dedicated real world experience including; combat tours in the Balkans, Kuwait, Iraq, Afghanistan, Africa and other classified locations around the world. Mr. Haley is also Chief Executive Officer … Continue reading
Posted in Training
Tagged Airsoft, Haley Strategic, MAGPUL, Travis Haley
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