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Steyr Announces Price Increase On Rifle and Pistol Magazines.
Effective Monday January 14th 2013, the price on all Steyr AUG magazines and Steyr Pistol Magazines will increase by $10.00 due to shortages in worldwide supply. It is unsure at this time, when or if we will be seeing any … Continue reading
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John Noveske Killed In Automobile Accident, Friday, January 4th 2013
Industry legend John Noveske, and founder of Noveske Rifleworks, died in a tragic single automobile accident near his home in Oregon. Noveske Rifleworks is legendary for its concepts and designs based around the AR-15 platform. Noveske Rifleworks issued … Continue reading
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Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf Has Passed
Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf, affectionately known as “Stormin Norman,” commanded U.S. led forces that began the downfall of toppled Iraqi despot Saddam Hussein has died today in Tampa, Florida from complications with pneumonia. We celebrate his life and leadership, and … Continue reading
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What Senator Feinstein Will Propose In January 2013.
If this doesn’t motivate you nothing will. Senator Diane Feinstein, (D) California, a long time proponent of gun control has plans to rid the nation of “evil” assault weapons. The fact that enacting these measures will do nothing to deter … Continue reading
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Tagged Aurora, Feinstein, gangs, gun control, Newtown, NFA
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Cheaper Than Dirt! will Resume Online Firearm Sales Pending Policy Changes.
Cheaper Than Dirt! recently announced that it was temporarily suspending online sales of firearms pending a review of its order processing and procedures. Well-known for its ability to process and ship orders within 24 hours, online sales have skyrocketed to … Continue reading
DICK’s Sporting Goods Suspends Sales of Modern Sporting Rifle.
Statement from DICK’S Sporting Goods We are extremely saddened by the unspeakable tragedy that occurred last week in Newtown, CT, and our hearts go out to the victims and their families, and to the entire community. Out of respect for … Continue reading
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Tagged DICK's, DICK's Sporting Goods, guns
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U.S. Government Approves Remington® 2013 Small Business Subcontracting Plan.
Madison, NC – Remington Arms Company, LLC, (“Remington”) announced that on December 3, 2012 the U.S. Government approved its 2013 Small Business Subcontracting Plan, which outlines how Remington will leverage small businesses, such as “service-disabled veteran owned” and “women-owned,” in … Continue reading
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Scud Missiles Being Fired Against Syrian Rebels
The New York Times reports that Al Assad’s forces have fired Scud missiles at Syrian Rebels. NYT can account for up to six missiles fired on targets in the North of Syria. The Scud missile is generally used against large … Continue reading
Daniel Defense® and National Firearm Finance – Offering Financing for LE Agents.
Daniel Defense working with National Firearm Finance to offer financing for Daniel Defense LE Packages for active-duty law enforcement agents. National Firearm Finance is dedicated to providing manufacturer direct prices and low-cost consumer loan financing to US Law Enforcement Officers … Continue reading
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USS Scorpion Memorial Committee’s 45th Anniversary Memorial Service
The USS Scorpion Memorial Committee is selling tee shirts for $25.00 to raise money for the 45th Anniversary Memorial Service in May 2013. If interested, please contact Mary Etta at maryettanolan@msn.com Mary Etta is the surviving daughter of Scorpion’s Chief … Continue reading
TAPCO Joins Freedom Group Family of Companies
Remington Arms Company, LLC (Remington), part of the Freedom Group Family of Companies, announced today it has acquired The American Parts Company Inc. (TAPCO). TAPCO is a designer and marketer of American-made aftermarket accessories and replacement parts for handguns, rifles, … Continue reading
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STREAMLIGHT® DONATES $107,000 TO THE BREAST CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION
The folks at Streamlight® Inc design and manufacture the best personal and professional lighting products available. They’re also great citizens. This is but one example of their commitment to the communities they serve. Please support their efforts through your purchase … Continue reading
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Caracal Pistol F AND C Pistol Recall Notice
Caracal USA has determined a potential condition of the trigger unit in a very limited number of Caracal F and C pistols that could possibly allow the pistol to fire when dropped onto a hard surface with a round in … Continue reading
Senator Arlen Specter Dies At 82
I was sadden to hear of Arlen Specter’s passing today. He died at age 82, at his home, in Pennsylvania, from non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. I admired him as a man, and as an elected official. He served the United States of America and … Continue reading
EADS-BAE Merger Falls Apart.
A history making merger that could have created an aerospace giant on par with Boeing has collapsed amidst bickering and finger pointing between the U.K., France and Germany. Although there were investor concerns about maximization of shareholder value, the inclination … Continue reading
EADS – BAE Merger Still Alive!
A German news agency, citing sources close to the merger negotiations, has alleged that further talks would not move forward. Opposition by member nations being one principal reason(s). EADS has categorically denied the report and is moving forward with the £28 billion … Continue reading
Walther Issues Recall Notice On Its Hot Selling PK380…
Hazard: Walther has identified a condition that may exist in certain PK 380 pistols which may permit a round to be discharged if the trigger is pulled, despite engagement of the manual safety. Walther has found that engagement of … Continue reading
IDF Spokeswoman Describes Israel’s Response to the Unidentified UAV Intrusion Into Israeli Air Space
EADS & BAE Systems In Merger Talks
By: Sal Palma Two of Europe’s largest defense contractors, EADS and BAE Systems, have entered merger negotiations, which if approved would result in a European defense giant on par with Boeing. The €38 billion deal would alter the global defense industry … Continue reading
Manuver Center of Excellence (MCoE) Hosts Live Fire Demonstration, Hands-On Weapons Familiarization Media Event, Sept. 20
FORT BENNING, Ga., Sept. 11, 2012 – The Maneuver Center of Excellence will host a Live Fire Demonstration, Media Hands-On Weapons Familiarization and Media Event from 1-5 p.m., Sept. 20. Soldiers with recent combat experience will discuss multiple program updates … Continue reading
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The Navy SEAL Foundation Refuses Proceeds From Sale of “No Easy Day:The Firsthand Account of the Mission That Killed Osama Bin Laden”
“The Navy SEAL Foundation has received numerous inquiries regarding receiving potential proceeds from the sale of the book No Easy Day: The Firsthand Account of the Mission That Killed Osama Bin Laden. The Navy SEAL Foundation is committed to providing immediate … Continue reading
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Zero Dark Thirty Is Scheduled To Be Released December 2012
Here’s a sneak peek…
USSOCOM Looking To Get Into Desktop Manufacturing
3D printing is starting to catch on in a big way and USSOCOM wants to get in on the action. The United States Special Operations Command (SOCOM) issued a solicitation, on 11-Aug-2012, (Solicitation Number: H92244-11-T-0234) expressing their interest in a 3D printer, specifically SOCOM … Continue reading
Tactical Glove Blowout At T.A.G.
Just a quick post to let readers know that Tactical Assault Gear (T.A.G.) has a great sale underway on OR gloves. The Outdoor Research product is a high quality and high performance glove that is FR to boot. You can order these … Continue reading
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Tagged gloves, LC Industries, OR, Outdoor Research, tactical, TAG
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Safariland™ Changes Hands
Safariland™ has a 45+ year history of manufacturing holsters and other highly regarded products for the commercial space and the law enforcement community. Starting in 1996 Armor Holdings began its 11 year acquisition binge of a number of companies in the … Continue reading
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Tagged BAE Systems, holsters, Safariland
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Will The 2nd Amendment Stand?
By: Sal Palma I read a rather troubling article published in the Bloomberg View titled “Are Guns a Pre-Existing Condition?” This is an editorial piece written by Francis Wilkinson, a Bloomberg View editorial board member. I suggest you read it. I’ll … Continue reading
Active Safety Notice Reminder From Blackhawk – SERPA® Level 3 Lightbearing Duty Holster
Blackhawk would like to remind all of their SERPA® Level 3 Lightbearing Duty Holster customers to read the active safety notice. Please be advised that if your holster meets the documented criteri Blackhawk will replace the holster for you. SERPA® … Continue reading
Zombie Max™ Ammo Plant being auctioned to benefit HAVA
Hornady Manufacturing® is offering an opportunity to bid on the second of only two unique Zombie Max™ Ammo Plants in an online auction, with all proceeds benefiting Honored American Veterans Afield (HAVA), a nonprofit organization that helps disabled combat veterans … Continue reading
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It’s Back To The Drawing Board For Admiral McRaven, USSOCOM’s CO.
United States Special Operations Forces are currently engaged in 75 countries around the globe. Going forward, our greatest threat to national security will not be from nation states, it comes from third world nations hosting radical elements, or countries lacking … Continue reading
Attending The NRA Show? Be Sure To Visit Sinclair’s and Brownell’s Booths.
No two companies more closely personify excellence than Sinclair International and Brownell’s; they offer the best of everything a gun enthusiast or professional needs, and that includes world class service and fulfillment. Sinclair International became part of the Brownell’s Group in 2007; bringing … Continue reading
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Mike Mers To Head Sales At Advanced Armament Corporation.
Nope he’s not Rick Santorum’s kid, – probably the only person that’s not judging by Sen. Santorum’s family size – he’s Mike Mers the newly appointed Sales Manager at Advanced Armament Corporation, AAC. Mike has been with AAC since 2009 … Continue reading
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Tagged 300 Blackout, AAC, Advanced Armament Corporation, Mers
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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
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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
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Tagged 1911, FGI, Freedom Group, Para Ordnance, Para USA, Warthog
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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
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
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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
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
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Tagged 2012 SHOT SHOW, Glock, SOT SHOW
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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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2011 Insight Technology HX Flashlight Rebate
Insight HX120 Covert Just a quick reminder that Insight Technology has a rebate program in place through 31 December 2011. The rebate consists of $40 back on both the HX120 & HX150 and $50 back on the HX200. The HX family of … Continue reading
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Tagged Insight Tech Gear, Insight Technology, tactical lighting
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