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MILIPOL Kicks Off Oct 18th Paris, France – U.S. Exhibitors
MILIPOL, the EU’s largest Homeland Defense Conference and Exhibit kicks off, tomorrow, Oct 18. (MILIPOL, l’UE la plus grande conférence et exposition Homeland Defense, débute demain, 18 octobre.) I’ve put together a list of U.S. exhibitors along with the pavilion and … Continue reading
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Tagged MILIPOL, Paris, U.S.A. Exhibitors
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Russian Defense Ministry Will Begin Setting Up Sniper Units.
Russian newspaper, RIA Novostie, reports that Russia’s Defense Ministry will begin setting up special sharpshooter / sniper units in ground forces brigade. Defense Ministry spokesman, Col. Sergey Vlasov was quoted as saying: “We are establishing a phased, multi-tiered system for selecting … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts, Sniper Systems and Tools
Tagged RIANovostie, Russia, snipers
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Hornady Is Up To Something And It’s Coming October 14, 2011…
The folks at Hornady Manufacturing are definitely up to something, but we’ll have to wait until October 14, 2011 to find out. Wait just a minute now! Is this some kind of a rerun of The Mechanic?
Posted in Alerts, Ammunition, Fun Stuff
Tagged ammo, Ammunition, Hornady
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OTIS TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCES REBATE PROGRAM
Here at the FOG HORN, we are all huge fans of OTIS Technology’s products; especially their cleaning systems. The tactical systems in 5.56×45 and 7.62×51 along with their pistol caliber kits, simply rock. Furthermore, the company is always doing something … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts, Sniper Systems and Tools, Weapon systems
Tagged cleaning, OTIS, tactical
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Military and Security Developments Involving the People’s Republic of China 2011
The long-awaited Military and Security Developments Involving the People’s Republic of China 2011 was finally delivered to Congress. A classified and unclassified version of the DoD report was authorized by Section 1246, “Annual Report on Military and Security Developments Involving … Continue reading
U.S. Army Publishes Social Media Handbook 2011
Social Media has revolutionized the way we communicate and gain access to information. It has also opened the door to some potential problems peculiar to military personnel while deployed. This document provides valuable information and guidelines to ensure that you … Continue reading
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Tagged Army, facebook, social media, twitter
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Silencerco Acquires SWR Manufacturing
Silencerco of West Valley City, Utah; a relatively new comer to suppressor design and manufacturing, announced that it has acquired SWR, Southeastern Weaponry Research, Pickens, SC. Silencerco was founded in 2008 by Jonathan Shultz, Joshua Waldron and Mike Pappas. The company has … Continue reading
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Tagged Silencerco, suppressors, SWR
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Just When You Thought 2nd Amendment Questions Had Been Answered.
Speaking strictly for myself, I thought the Supreme Court’s 2008 decision in District of Columbia v. Heller followed by the 2009 ruling in McDonald v. Chicago were abundantly clear. Apparently, my assumption was wrong, and it looks like the lower courts … Continue reading
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Tagged Constitution, Second Amendment
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August 2011 Things To Come
I’m looking at completing reviews in August ranging from tools to hydration. I’ll also be outlining what, I think, will be the key to your success as a want-to-be supplier to the DoD. The austere times ahead will have some … Continue reading
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22 SEALs Lost In Afghanistan…
I learned late Saturday, 6-Aug-2011, that a Chinook from the 160th was brought down by Taliban insurgents in the Tangi Joy Zarin area of Wardak province’s Sayd Abad district. Based on reports published by CNN, the SEALs were called to reinforce Army Rangers who … Continue reading
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the FBI Offer a $10,000 Reward.
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation have offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of individuals behind the July 15 theft of firearms from an army supply … Continue reading
Deadline For Submitting Samples In Carbine Competition – 27 September 2011
Proposal and bid samples from participants are due by 27 September 2011. The source selection process for award will consist of two evaluation phases ending with an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract award to up to three contractors followed … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts, Weapon systems
Tagged carbine, M4, PEO Soldier Weapons, weapons
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Explosions Rock Government Buildings In Oslo.
Government Buildings Struck By Explosions – Oslo, Norway It’s hard for me to comprehend the mindset that would perpetrate such an act; especially in a country like Norway. Norway has been at the forefront of human rights and has numerous … Continue reading
Better Late Than Never – USA To Change ITAR Regulations
For years, the U.S. Defense industry has been hamstrung by cumbersome ITAR export controls. The archaic regulations are often leveraged by foreign defence competitors to keep U.S. technologies from international projects. Look for that to change in the near future; … Continue reading
Upcoming Reviews
I am completing a review of the OTIS Technology Turned Rail System (TRS), which will be available on this site and Scribd. OTIS describes its TRS as the most accurate rail system on the market, and from what I’ve seen … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts, Morale Builders, Suppressors, Tactical Lighting, Weapon systems
Tagged films, headlamp, movies, tactical lighting, The Mechanic
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Swiss Technology Inc. NJ Pleads Guilty To Conspiring To Violate The Arms Export Control Act.
Swiss Technology Inc has supplied almost a thousand unique NSNs to the U.S. Department of Defense over the past 25 years. The company claims to have the highest quality standards, extensive knowledge of Mil-Specs and the capabilities to meet the … Continue reading
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Tagged Arms Export Control Act, Swiss Technology Inc
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Precision Sniper Rifle (PSR) 11
This post is in reference to USSOCOM’s Precision Sniper Rifle solicitation number H92222-11-R-0011. This notice reflects changes made as of 05 July 2011. Text: The Precision Snipe Rifle Industry Day slides, Synopsis notice and Draft Solicitation posted dates; all dates … Continue reading
Posted in Alerts, Sniper Systems and Tools, Weapon systems
Tagged PSR, sniper, USSOCOM
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Coming Attractions
I will continue SOFIC 2011 coverage with some very cool maritime and aviation mobility. I’ll also have more reviews completed on some pretty interesting gear and technologies. So, stick with us. Remember that you can always visit FOG HORN to … Continue reading
Support Magpul’s Enduring Spirits Initiative !
Photo: Courtesy of Magpul Industries and Mil-Spec Monkey Magpul Industries derives much of its operating philosophy from the ancient Japanese Bushido – a code built on courage, loyalty and fairness. In keeping with that tradition, and its affinity for Japanese warrior … Continue reading
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Tagged Japan, MAGPUL, Mil-Spec Monkey
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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
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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Boston Dynamics Tapped by U.S. Army to Develop a Robot and Android.
Boston Dynamics has been in the sensor based robotics business since its founding in 1992. They have worked on a number of projects for the DoD, among its development efforts is the Petman robot currently in use testing Nuclear, Biological … Continue reading
IDEX 2011 – It’s a Wrap.
The 10th International Defence Exhibition and Conference is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). This year’s conference and exhibition brought together 1060 … Continue reading
French Ready to Deploy FELIN.
The 1st Infantry Regiment of the French Army has successfully completed soldier orientation on the FELIN Modernization Initiative. FALIN is a concept designed by Sagem developed under a contract awarded by the DGA in March of 2004. FALIN is a … Continue reading
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Tagged FALIN, French, Sagem
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Copy Cat Extrema Ratio Knives Confiscated in Italy.
The folks at Extrema Ratio, Prato, Italy have been making exceptional military and tactical knives since 1997. Their mantra has been to produce edged weapons of uncompromising quality and durability. They know the customers served depend on them for their … Continue reading
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