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Advanced Armament Company 300 Blackout at SOFIC 2011…
Photo Courtesy of AAC When Eugene Stoner designed and developed the M16, he probably did not envision the genius of his work. There is not a weapon system in production today that delivers the functionality, flexibility and reliability found in … Continue reading
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Tagged 300BLK, AAC, Blackout
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Beretta Exhibits ARX160 at SOFIC 2011…
Courtesy Beretta USA – ARX 160 carbine. Beretta has been building firearms for quite sometime. The company enjoys an enviable position in the law enforcement, military and commercial markets offering a high quality and well diversified product portfolio. Currently, Beretta supplies … Continue reading
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Tagged Beretta, carbine, SOFIC
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Neilsen Kellerman at SOFIC 2011
Nielsen Kellerman exhibited their latest and greatest version of their flagship wind meter, the Kestrel HORUS ATrag wind meter. What separates their latest rendition from its other instruments is that the Kestrel HORUS ATrag is specifically designed for military and … Continue reading
Posted in Sniper Systems and Tools
Tagged Kestrel, sniper, SOFIC
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It’s A Glock!
Writing about Glock has to be a difficult task for all industry writers; I know it is for me. But, that’s not a negative. It’s simply a question of how to describe perfection. Referring to Glock as the “people’s handgun … Continue reading
Have a Great Memorial Day!
We at FOG HORN want to take a minute of your time to wish you and your loved ones a fabulous Memorial Day. More so than any other national holiday, Memorial Day gives us occasion to remember those who served … Continue reading
Systems Technology, Inc. Exhibits PARASIM® at SOFIC 2011 in Tampa
Critical to the SOF mission is the depth and breath of training and 80 percent of SOF’s work is non kinetic. SOF’s success revolves around its people and how well prepared they are to execute that mission. In the training business, … Continue reading
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For The Sixth Year In A Row, Glock, Inc. Donates $100,0000 To Special Operations Warrior Foundation
At SOFIC 2011, Glock, Inc. continues its support of the Special Operations Warrior Foundation (SOWF) with a $100,000 check bringing its total contribution to $600,000 over the last 6 years. SOWF was formed in 1995 when the Family Liaison Action Group, … Continue reading
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Tagged Glock, SOWF
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Extrema Ratio Annouces “Landing Force”
Extrema Ratio Via Tourcoing, 59100 Prato, Italy 0574 574322 supplies many of the world’s elite operating forces with their extraordinary edged tools and weapons. Their folding and fixed blade knives are unsurpassed in design, ruggedness and functionality; earning Extrema a global … Continue reading
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Streamlight Exhibits at SOFIC 2011
Streamlight designs, manufactures and markets a variety of portable lighting products including a broad range of miniature, rechargeable and standard battery, precision-engineered flashlights and lanterns for professional fire fighting, law enforcement, military, industrial, outdoor and automotive applications. The company can … Continue reading
Posted in Tactical Lighting
Tagged lights, SOFIC, Streamlight
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Raytheon and Motion Reality Inc develop 3D military applications.
The pressing need for versatile, timely and cost-effective training was obvious at this year’s SOFIC and an outgrowth of the GWOT. In the current operational environment, SOF operators need to construct flexible and accurate training scenarios, like the ones used to bring … Continue reading
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Tagged Motion Reality Inc, Raytheon, simulation, training
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A Weapon is Only as Good as the Ammunition Fired and Liberty Ammunition is on the Cutting Edge.
I’ve you’ve been alive over the last 9 years you know the DoD has been struggling with the lethality issue; much if not all of it has been fomented by the media in response to baseless allegations that the M4 and M9 … Continue reading
Posted in Ammunition, Weapon systems
Tagged Ammunition
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You Didn’t Hear It From Me But…
While at SOFIC 2011 I spent quality time with a quite a few exhibitors and I’ll be covering those discussions in subsequent posts. Due to the nature of SOF, some of what is presented at SOFIC Conferences is sensitive; however, … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts, Optics, Weapon systems
Tagged Horus, SIGARMS
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Diving Officer Make Your Depth 65 Feet – Raising #2 Periscope – No Shadows, No Shadows, Scope Breaking, Scope Out.
Just got back from a great two weeks so there’s quite a bit to talk about. One of those, was SOFIC 2011; it was outstanding and gets better year-over-year. However, before I set the pencil to paper, I would like to thank the … Continue reading
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Tagged NDIA, SOFIC, Tampa, USSOCOM
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Top N Reasons Where N = 10 Usama Bin Laden is Pissed.
10. His new accommodations are way too damp. 9. He’s been there only a week and already he’s got a case of the crabs. 8. Nobody ever said he’d be living next door to a Jew, Jimmy Hoffa. 7. He wanted … Continue reading
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Tagged Bin Laden, SEALS
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Chief of the Watch Lower All Masts and Antennas. Diving Officier Make Your Depth 200 Feet 10° Down Bubble!
Readers, I will be incommunicado for a couple of weeks but I’ll be making up for that silence when I return to writing. I appreciate your comments, questions and suggestions. This past week has been an exceptional day at the office. … Continue reading
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A-TACS® Gets a Thumbs Up From FOG HORN
I have been keeping an eye on the A-TACS® pattern, since it surfaced at Ft. Benning, GA, Oct 2009. The pattern was developed by Digital Concealment Systems (DCS) and I have to say that, in my opinion, it does more things … Continue reading
Reader Question Re: JTRS – What is a Software Definable Radio?
This is jumping the gun as I’m still developing the JTRS articles, so hang with me as we develop this relatively complex technology and synthesize it into something that is digestible by a non-technical reader. The Joint Services presently own … Continue reading
Posted in Comms
Tagged communications, JTRS, radio
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U.S. Army Wants To Reconfigure M110 SASS.
In a sources sought solicitation, number: W15QKN-11-X-F015, PEO Soldier Project Manager Soldier Weapons seeks to reconfigure some or all M110 SASS sniper platforms. The M110 fielded in 2008 was intended to replace the venerable M24, now being upgraded by Remington Arms to … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged KAC, Knight's Armament, M110, SASS
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Congratulations DEVGRU 6
On behalf of all Americans, and others around the world, congratulations on your exceptional performance. If I had the ability it would be burgers and beers for all at Boll Weevils, Coronado – and that’s from the heart shipmates. Congratulations to … Continue reading
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What is a wipe?
I received an e-mail from a reader requesting some information on wipes. I apologize for that omission. In modern suppressor designs they are the exception and not the rule but it does merit discussion. A wipe is a replaceable baffle … Continue reading
Good’ole Yankee Inginuity
While perusing the Firearm Blog I ran across this and haven’t stopped laughing. This is an example of what makes our country great. We are a society filled with incredible talent and imagination – as well as those too willing … Continue reading
Insight Technology Now Shipping The LED Upgrade Kits for the M6X.
Yesterday, I spoke with the folks at Insight Tech Gear to get a status on the LED upgrade kits for the M6X and X2 family of weapon mounted lights. Direct from the “horse’s mouth”, they are now shipping into their … Continue reading
Posted in Tactical Lighting
Tagged Insight Tech Gear, Insight Technology, lights
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Suppressors Current State of the Technology – Part 7 – AWC Systems Technology.
AWC Systems Technology is a Division of Special Technologies Group Inc. with offices at 1515 W. Deer Valley Rd., Suite 105A, Phoenix, AZ 85027-2031. It’s impossible to discuss firearm suppressors without discussing AWC Systems Technology, and I have personally had … Continue reading
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Tagged AWC, silencer, suppressor
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JTRS – Joint Tactical Radio System An Overview.
This post kicks off my JTRS project. My objective is to give the reader a 50,000 ft. MSL view of an emerging communications technology and the role it plays in the netcentric battlefield. The concept of a software defined radio is hardly … Continue reading
HORUS HDMR™ H58 Military Promotion
Horus Vision of San Bruno, CA is extending special and limited time promotional pricing on their new HDMR™ rifle scope with the H58 reticle. The HDMR is a joint offering with Bushnell Outdoor Products. The HDMR™ is delivered with a … Continue reading
Things To Come…
A few months ago I talked about doing some work on JTRS and the netcentric concept. I became interested in the subject because I am an X-ELINT type and want to gain a better than casual understanding of the technology. More importantly, understanding the … Continue reading
Posted in Comms, Electronics, Uncategorized, Weapon systems
Tagged Horus, JTRS
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FOG HORN Top n Reasons where n=10 Why You Should Give Up Sushi.
10. The yellow tail in your tuna is plutonium. 9. Benihana’s wise guy with the knife is wearing a canary suit. 8. Ginzu is now selling Geiger Counters. 7. Sushi houses got rid of table candles. They let the sashimi handle … Continue reading
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Tagged morale
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New Fiber Technology Could Improve Body Armor Ballistic Performance.
Military body armor consists of layers of fabrics woven from Kevlar (DuPont) or Twaron (Teijin Aramid) with pockets for multistrike ceramic or metal plates. The layered fabric is highly effective against pistol calibers and the plates provide ballistic protection for the higher … Continue reading
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Tagged armor
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Sphinx Pistols To Be Distrubited Through KRISS USA.
In November 9, 2010, KRISS Arms, manufacturer of the highly acclaimed KRISS Super V System (KSVS) and the KRISS Vector SMG announced its acquisition of Sphinx Systems Ltd. and its only a matter of time before KRISS Arms began U.S. … Continue reading
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Maj. Elliott Caggins and Bob Galeazzi from PEO_Soldier_Weapons Address M24 Enhancements.
Sean Pillai with IDGA.org interviews Maj. Elliott Caggins and Bob Galeazzi. Nothing of an earth shattering nature; however, it does provide a clearer snapshot of the deployment dates. It was interesting to see that the Army may be transitioning from the mildot to a … Continue reading
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Tagged M24, PEO Soldier Weapons, Remington
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Suppressors Current State of the Technology – Part 6 – Knight’s Armament Company (KAC)
I can’t think of a special operations organization, whether military or law enforcement who is unfamiliar with the Knight’s Armament Company (KAC) of Titusville, FL. The company enjoys an excellent global reputation. KAC is owned by C. Reed Knight and was founded … Continue reading
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Tagged KAC, suppressors
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The USAF Modular Handgun System (MHS) May Still Survive.
In my days in the Navy, the issue handgun was a M1911, .45 ACP. You could hear it rattling as it came out of the holster but it went bang every time you squeezed the trigger. In fact, virtually all … Continue reading
SOG Tac Automatic 3.8oz of Sheer Tactical Muscle.
In 2011, SOG Specialty Knives Inc. continues its tradition of designing and manufacturing great blades with a new automatic offering, the SOG Tac Automatic Drop Point. Readers who have followed my reviews know I tend to take folding knives lightly when … Continue reading
FOG HORNS Top n Reasons, where n = 5, Why You Should Not Blow Your Money on Clothes.
It’s time to kick off the weekend with a little practical humor. We hope that it brightens your day and if just one laughter results – mission accomplished. So, here we go… 5. No matter what the label says, the … Continue reading
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U.S. Army Researchers Awarded Patent for Microclimate Cooling (MCC) Technology.
Scientists at the U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine, with the help of engineers at the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development, and Engineering Center, discovered that over-cooling the skin can slow heat loss, while under-cooling the skin results … Continue reading
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Tagged cooling, MCC, Microclimate
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Elbit Systems’ U.S. Subsidiary is Awarded #USMC Contract for a Laser Target Designator.
Elbit System of America, a wholly owned subsidiary of Elbit Systems , Haifa, Israel was awarded a $9.6 million contract by the United States Marine Corps System Command at Quantico Marine Base, Virginia to build the Joint Terminal Attack Controller Laser Target Designator … Continue reading
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Tagged designator, Elbit, laser
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Nothing Says, “I Love You” More Convincingly than a Pile of Dead Presidents !
Nothing Says, “I Love You” More Convincingly than a Pile of Dead Presidents and U.S. Army’s Program Executive Office (PEO) Soldier loves ATK. In a press release dated March 28, 2010 ATK (NYSE:ATK) announced that it had received a $65.8 million Engineering and … Continue reading
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Tagged ATK, PEO, XM-25
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Streamlight TLR-VIR™Weapon Mounted Light – Simply Outstanding!
Streamlight, of Eagleville, PA continues its development of the highly successful TLR family of weapon-mounted lights with the introduction of the new TLR-VIR™. The VIR, so designated because it offers visible and infrared light sources, adds new capabilities to Streamlight’s … Continue reading
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Dutch Special Forces Group – Training Excercise
For our international readers, Kommando – International Special Operations Magazine, is one of the best international journals with a focus on special operations. They are based in Nuernberg, Germany with a U.S. office located in Mesa, AZ. I ran across … Continue reading
Green Zone – Matt Damon
Finally got around to watching Green Zone last night. I didn’t make to the theater last March and I’ve been meaning to see it. Matt Damon plays CWO Miller with the 82nd. His team’s mission is to locate WMDs in country. In … Continue reading
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