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Let Me Turn You On To Liberty Ammo
Total ammunition performance is the sum of bullet geometry, composition, velocity and accuracy. We look to external ballistics and we look to terminal ballistics. For defensive purposes we want to limit penetration for safety, have a high degree of fragmentation … Continue reading
Posted in Ammunition
Tagged ammo, Ammunition, defensive, liberty, pistol, rifle
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Accuracy International Discontinues Production Of The AE
Accuracy International has announced that it will discontinue production of its AE model rifle. The AE has been around since 2001 and has been extremely popular with the law enforcement community around the world. The last product run is in … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged Accuracy International, AE, AI, rifle, UK
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John Noveske 1976 – 2013
The passing of John Noveske was a great loss to an industry that is uniquely American. It was also a great tragedy for humanity. John’s legacy is being carried on by his wonderful wife and life long partner. Noveske products … Continue reading
A Funduscopic Examination Of The Precision Guided Firearm (PGF)
All branches of the military are looking to improve a sniper’s performance through the implementation of technology. In addition to field craft like land navigation, concealment and movement a sniper team, which generally consists of a sniper and a spotter, … Continue reading
Armalite’s Redesigned AR-30 the AR-30A1
Armalite, has done a superb job of recreating an already top performer, its well established, AR-30. The new version, designated AR-30A1, offers a number of features absent in its predecessor: Muzzle brake threads on the end of the barrels employ … Continue reading
Posted in SHOT SHOWS, Weapon systems
Tagged 300 WinMag, 338 Lapua, AR-30, AR-30A1, Armalite, rifle, SHOT 2013
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Silincerco’s 5.56 SAKER Is In Production and Will Begin Shipping in 2013.
First announced at SHOT 2012, the SAKER rifle suppressor features three exciting new developments.The MAAD, Multiple Accessory Attachment Device, is an interchangeable centerfire rifle mounting strategy that allows you to interchange the Saker’s mount so that you can attach the … Continue reading
Posted in Suppressors, Weapon systems
Tagged 5.56, centerfire, MAAD, rifle, SAKER, Silencerco, suppressor, TrifectaRS
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The Exo-A1 Concept Rifle
By: Sal Palma Much of what I enjoy about the defense industry is the enormous pool of talent and creativity. A large part of that industry is comprised of small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs like John Copper from South Africa. … Continue reading
Posted in Advanced Chassis Systems, Weapon systems
Tagged .308, 300 WinMag, Exo-A1, rifle, South Africa
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Interesting Sighting In Gaza!
The individual depicted in this picture is affiliated with the Palestinian Islamic Jihad al-Quds Brigades operating in Gaza. The weapon he’s holding is a FN2000 assault rifle with its corresponding grenade launcher. It is a highly advance selective fire assault rifle and represents … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged assault, FN, FN2000, Gaza, Israel, jihad, Palestinian, rifle
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Spain’s SOF
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Tagged KAC, Knight's Armament Company, rifle, SOF, Spain
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IWI Announces 5.45mm Conversion Kit For X95 Rifle
Israeli Weapon Industries (IWI) has just announced its 5.45 mm conversion kit for the X95 rifle. This comes as good news to many of the Eastern European countries still awash in 5.45 ammunition from the Soviet Era. The addition of … Continue reading
Braddick Defense Systems Joins Forces With Truvelo Manufacturers To Market Sniper Systems
By: Sal Palma Truvelo Manufacturer’s and Braddick Defense Systems Sniper Division will join forces to market sniper systems to the defense industry. Truvelo of Midrand, South Africa, is known world wide as a manufacturer of accurate barrels. The company designs … Continue reading
Posted in Sniper Systems and Tools, Weapon systems
Tagged Braddick Defense, rifle, sniper, Truvelo Armoury
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Introduction To The Rifle Squad.
This is an interesting overview that includes organization, ranks involved and weapon systems. It’s a fun simulation and instructional if you’ve never operated in a basic squad formation. Enjoy!
Daniel Defense Revamps Law Enforcement Packages
Beginning July 2, 2012, Daniel Defense will equip its four LE Packages with gear widely approved by police departments and other law enforcement agencies. Each of the four configurations will include a Daniel Defense DDM4 rifle, sling, magazines and protective rifle … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged carbine, Daniel Defese, DD, DDM4, LE, rifle
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USSOCOM Renews Its Commitment To SAAB
SAAB, of Sweden, announced today that USSOCOM has placed an order totaling $25.8 million for Carl-Gustav 84mm recoilless rifle system and ammunition. The Carl-Gustav is a man-portable system filling anti-armor, anti-structure and anti-personnel roles. SAAB has made continuous improvements to the … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged Carl-Gustaf, recoiless, rifle, SAAB, USSOCOM
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FNH Ballista Update
I’ve had a couple of questions regarding availability of FNH Ballista in a 7.62×51 caliber, so I did some checking with the folks at FN. At this juncture it appears that FN has no plans to make the Ballista available … Continue reading
Posted in Sniper Systems and Tools, Weapon systems
Tagged Ballista, FNH, rifle, sniper
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Don’t Tell Me There’s Something Wrong with My M4 Carbine…
Like the quests of El Ingenioso Hidalgo don Quijote de la Mancha (Don Quixote), the U.S. Army’s Col. Doug Tamilio, PM for Soldier Weapons, moves forward in a quest for the carbine of the future. Much to Col. Tamilio’s credit, he is committed … Continue reading
Posted in Weapon systems
Tagged carbine, M16, M4, PEO Soldier, PM Weapons, rifle, Tamilio
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