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    Pelican RALS 9440 Pelican 9440 Remote Area Lighting System is a self-contained work light that features 24 high intensity 1 watt LED‘s that are controlled by a multi function switch with power indicator, a built-in tripod, and telescoping … Continue reading →

The U.S. Army has issued safety warnings that amount to a delay in the deployment of the T-11. It appears the U.S. Army lacks confidence in the published wind drift offset factors calculated by the U.S. Air Force. The restriction … Continue reading →

In the realm of survival knives Randall’s Adventure Training and Equipment Group has produced some extraordinary products. Their design philosophy is an extension of their experience in Survival, Escape and Evasion Training. The ROWEN manufactured Junglas® fills every conceivable need from clearing … Continue reading →

Before, I start into the software definable radio and the standards surrounding the SDR project, I’d like to clean up some loose ends. Legacy radios, meaning radios that do not operate in the digital domain modulate the radio frequency carrier … Continue reading →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

Had a couple of comments / e-mails commenting on sorties over Libya. I am no expert on tactics however I think I can summarize it for you. In order for NATO forces to establish an enforceable no-fly-zone, NATO assets need … Continue reading →

As a courtesy to Surefire LLC, I’d like to publish their rebuttal to statements made by Force Science News regarding the safety of grip activated lights. These claims are typical of organizations that lack the experience and advance conference room … Continue reading →

Retired Admiral Bobby Ray Inman was tapped to lead Xe Service’s board. Admiral Inman has had an extensive naval career and is considered by many to be one of the best intelligence officers in U.S. history. Adm. Inman served as … Continue reading →

Our friends at Soldier Systems Daily are the definitive internet source for gear and apparel. This morning I read a post that is worthy of repeating if for no other reason than to amplify its impact. The subject is FR clothing … Continue reading →

I am very excited about this light and I want to share that enthusiasm with you. Look for the complete review this month on the FOG HORN Blog or download a copy from Scribd.

I am a type “A” personality and with that comes taking ownership of mistakes. You’ll never hear me say “that I was missed informed”; as you’ll see, I am not perfect but I don’t give up. Nearly two years ago, … Continue reading →

I was thrilled to see my review quoted in this prestigious newsletter. Folks, I can’t say enough about these Pee-Wee® urine bags, they are awesome. I have personally spent time in the back of a CH-47 Chinook as it executed two and three … Continue reading →

This is about as political as I will get on this Blog but it would be a colossal error in judgement to view Egypt’s recent move for a better government as a signal to start erecting Paul Revere statues, or the assumption … Continue reading →

Last chance for you artistic types to get in on the BAE Eclipse® T-Shirt Design Contest!   IDEX- February 20-24 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Booth #CP200 AUSA Winter -February 23-25 in Washington, D.C. Booth #2422 AAAA– April 17-20 in Nashville, Tennessee. … Continue reading →

I had an opportunity last October, at Ft. Benning, GA, to use the Knight’s Vision UNS® LRLP or A/N PVS-26 in conjunction with a Leupold Mk-IV spotting scope under actual field conditions. I was very much impressed by its capability. It … Continue reading →

Empowered by the “sporting” provision of the 1968 Gun Control Act, BATF is recommending that military style shotguns, regardless of the operating system, be banned from importation. Once again, the 2nd Amendment comes under attack through a regulatory process and is high … Continue reading →

In this AR15.com video Ron Canfield, of Surefire LLC, takes us through several of the new military and law enforcement offerings: RTS-1 and RTS- 2 offset iron sights, M720V illumination system, New Hi-Cap Magazines 60 & 100 round and suppressors.