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August 4th, 2026Shell Shock Technologies Launches NAS3 Primed Cases in .308 and 5.56 NATO
August 4th, 2026Eubank, KY (August 2026) – Shell Shock Technologies, LLC. (SST), a leading innovator in the ammunition industry, today announced the launch of NAS3™ Primed Cases in .308/7.62x51mm and 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington, expanding the company’s rifle case lineup with a factory-primed option built for shooters who assemble their own precision, hunting, and duty ammunition.
Like all NAS3 cases, the new primed rifle cases are constructed from SST’s proprietary nickel alloy body paired with a stainless-steel head, a two-piece design engineered to be up to 50 percent lighter than traditional brass while offering roughly twice the tensile strength and greater elasticity. The nickel alloy construction also delivers strong corrosion resistance and smooth, consistent feeding and extraction. By arriving factory-primed, the new cases eliminate a manual step in the case-preparation process, allowing shooters to move directly to charging and seating projectiles.
Built for the .308 Winchester and 7.62x51mm NATO platforms, the new NAS3 .308 Win./7.62x51mm Primed Cases are aimed at precision rifle competitors, hunters, and duty-focused shooters who demand consistency at distance. The cases’ uniform wall thickness and tight dimensional tolerances support tighter velocity spreads and more consistent accuracy at standard SAAMI pressures across a wide range of .308-class projectiles, from lightweight varmint loads to heavier hunting bullets. The reduced case weight is designed to translate into lighter loaded ammunition for hunters and long-range shooters carrying rounds afield or on the line. At the same time, the corrosion-resistant nickel-alloy construction is built to withstand high-round-count training and duty use.
Optimized for the 5.56 NATO and .223 Remington chamberings common to AR-15, M4, and similar modern sporting rifles, the new NAS³ 5.56 NATO/.223 Rem. Primed Cases are geared toward high-volume shooters, from competitive marksmen and varmint hunters running extended strings to law enforcement and military users training and qualifying at scale. The case design is built to maintain clean cycling and reliable extraction through rapid-fire strings, while its lighter weight reduces the overall load for shooters carrying large volumes of ammunition for training, qualification, or extended range sessions. The cases support a range of 5.56 projectile weights, from lightweight loads suited to high-volume training to heavier options for precision or specialized applications.
“Every case we bring to market starts with the same question: how do we take weight and inconsistency out of a shooter’s hands without asking them to compromise on performance?” said Peter Foss, Managing Partner and CEO of Shell Shock Technologies. “The .308 and 5.56 markets ask for different things — one rewards consistency at distance, the other rewards reliability at volume. Bringing the NAS³ platform to primed cases in both calibers lets us meet serious rifle shooters wherever they’re shooting, right out of the box.”
NAS3 .308/7.62x51mm Primed Cases and NAS35.56 NATO/.223 Rem. Primed Cases are available now through Shell Shock Technologies in pack sizes ranging from 250 to 5,000 rounds. Pricing for the .308 primed cases starts at $220 for a 250-count pack, with 5.56 primed cases starting at $135 for the same pack size. Both products are available now at www.shellshocktechnologies.com.
KommandoStore – Eighty-Four Combat Gloves
August 4th, 2026
At last weekend’s GOALS convention in Des Moines I had the opportunity to check out KommandoStore’s upcoming Eighty-Four Combat Gloves.
Coming in September these gloves are constructed with FR fabric and goat skin. Seen above are prototypes. They will be offered in Coyote, a Battlefield 3 colorway consisting of Black and Sand, and Ranger Green.
Fort Rucker’s Unmanned Advanced Lethality Course Ramps Up Tactical Drone Training
August 4th, 2026The Unmanned Advanced Lethality Course at Fort Rucker, Alabama, is pushing forward with a series of updates aimed at strengthening tactical proficiency and meeting student expectations, said Army Staff Sgt. Mario Rostran, the course’s noncommissioned officer in charge, and Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Gatta, the course manager.
Rostran said the leadership team is focused on refining instruction in response to student feedback to ensure the course delivers the advanced-level rigor it promises.
“We’re continuing to improve the course,” he said. “We’re taking comments as we go and making sure [that] we’re meeting the standards students expect. The goal is to make this the advanced course it claims to be.”
Working alongside the team, Gatta is helping expand hands-on training and strengthen tactical application throughout the program.
“The most significant update is increasing the amount of physical, kinetic engagements from five to 12,” he said. “We have been working to refine the overall course to run smoother and provide the most up-to-date data.”
To meet the demand for advanced instruction, the course is shifting to a more tactical framework. Gatta noted the class will complete a culminating exercise this week at the drone training facility in Daleville, Alabama, marking a new experience for the students.
“This exercise will demonstrate a more real-world tactical environment and incorporate a close-quarters battle level of training, whereas previous emphasis has been heavily placed on outdoor live flights,” he said. “Our current goal is to make the training more tactical in nature. I believe we have several solid plans to build on moving forward.”
During this iteration of the course, students conducted live-engagement training using a purpose-built attributable system, the Shank 1.0, and C-4, a versatile plastic explosive. The event allowed students to apply lessons learned by flying the system, coordinating altitude and executing tactical employment against a designated target.
Army Sgt. 1st Class Riley Watts, assigned to Company A, 1st Battalion, 14th Aviation Regiment, spent months trying to enroll in the course. He said attending has given him a clearer view of how unmanned aircraft systems fit into the future of Army aviation.
“This is a great course to keep you relevant in today’s force,” Watts said. “Seeing how UAS is being implemented and utilized in today’s Army is eye-opening, and it shows you how important it is to understand these systems.”
Matthew Baldwin, a civil engineering major at the U.S. Military Academy, is attending to take tactical drone employment strategies back to the academy’s future applied systems and tactics team. His leaders pushed to send two cadets to the course to expand their understanding of drone employment and to share that knowledge when they return.
Baldwin, who hopes to commission into the air defense artillery branch, said the course offers a perspective that will be important to future Army operations.
“One of the big questions is how to counter drones effectively,” he said. “You’re talking about sending a very expensive rocket to take out a cheap drone. Understanding drones from the operator’s side, how they fly, what they look for, helps you understand how to counter them.”
Although he arrived with limited tactical flying experience, he said the hands-on instruction has significantly boosted his confidence.
“I didn’t know how to tactically fly. It’s a completely different flying style,” Baldwin said. “I feel better flying them, and now we’re trying to develop a training program to help build other pilots on our team.”
Beyond flying, Baldwin highlighted the value of the course’s mission-planning segments.
“I’ve really appreciated the planning side, [the military decision-making process], troop-leading procedures, what goes into reconnaissance,” he said. “I hadn’t learned a lot of that yet. Going into my [fundamentals of small-unit operations] class and eventually into the Army, my knowledge base is definitely better now.”
The Unmanned Advanced Lethality Course runs six times per fiscal year, providing recurring opportunities for soldiers seeking advanced UAS training. Upcoming course dates are Sept. 14-Oct. 2, and Nov. 2-20.
By Leslie Herlick, Aviation Center of Excellence
Quantum Systems Announces Major Upgrades to Its Long-Range Unmanned Aerial System RELIANT
August 3rd, 2026Quantum Systems has upgraded its long-range Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) RELIANT. The latest generation offers increased payload capacity, broader mission flexibility, and software integration into the company’s MOSAIC UXS ecosystem. Designed around a fully European supply chain and minimal logistical footprint, Reliant will now compete for major global contracts.
Gilching, Germany, 27 July 2026 – Quantum Systems is announcing major upgrades to its long-range intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) system, Reliant. Following Quantum Systems’ policy of continuous development and R&D, the new features significantly expand Reliant’s mission flexibility while maintaining the ease of deployment and low logistical footprint that define Quantum Systems’ platforms.
The latest generation of Reliant features a hybrid-electric power unit and increases the system’s payload capacity to up to 9 kg, enabling a much broader range of missions. Depending on operational requirements, Reliant can now carry electro-optical sensors, laser-target designators, synthetic aperture radar (SAR), SIGINT and electronic warfare payloads, as well as SATCOM, relay and other mission-specific capabilities.
Despite its expanded capabilities, Reliant maintains its minimal logistical footprint with easy-packaging options and operations enablement for assembly by a two-person team and operations by a single operator. The hybrid-electric VTOL platform requires only a 10 × 10 metre launch and recovery area, making it independent of start- and recovery infrastructure and suitable for ship-based operations.
Beyond the platform itself, Reliant is fully integrated into the MOSAIC UXS software platform, making it interoperable with other unmanned systems in multi-domain operations. Together with operator workstations, training, sustainment and lifecycle support, Quantum Systems delivers a complete long-range unmanned capability rather than a standalone aircraft.
Reliant also completes Quantum Systems’ Family of Aerial Systems, complementing the short-range Twister and the mid-range Vector AI platforms. Quantum Systems UAS solutions are already in service with a range of NATO and allied armed forces, notably with the German Armed Forces and the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Reliant is built around a secure European supply chain and supported by Quantum Systems’ growing industrial base, providing customers with a system without any Chinese components or ITAR restrictions.
“Reliant’s upgrades are the result of continuous feedback from military users and partners, and our answer to enhance long-range capabilities for NATO, Europe and our allies,” said Martin Karkour, Chief Revenue Officer at Quantum Systems. “We can now offer a truly unique capability, with a minimal logistical footprint, payload superpower and impressive range and endurance – completely built on a resilient supply chain. We are very proud of that.”
MAG Exchange – Two Months Out
August 3rd, 2026
MAG Exchange is a private event held during evenings during the ARC WEPTAC which brings together industry leaders, innovaters, and professionals for an exclusive evening of networking, product showcases, and mission-focused solutions.
October 26-27 on Tucson, AZ.
Companies interested in exhibiting should contact PK at info@magexchangemil.com.
Greenside Training Announces Gerald Hooee as New Instructor for CamoStalk360
August 3rd, 2026Greenside Training LLC announces a new instructor for the first time in 15 years other than its founder Freddy Osuna. Greenside Training is proud to announce Mr. Gerald Hooee as our newest Premiere Instructor for CamoStalk360™. Gerald is also Handling curricullum design and research.
Welcome to the Team, Mr. Gerald Hooee.
A Marine Corps Scout Sniper, combat veteran, and seasoned sniper instructor, Gerald brings decades of experience developing professionals who must move unseen, observe with precision, and perform under pressure. Hailing from the Zuni Nation of New Mexico, he blends ancient Indigenous fieldcraft with modern human perception and performance science to create an unmatched learning experience.
In CamoStalk360™, you’ll learn that true camouflage isn’t about hiding—it’s about understanding how the human mind detects, processes, and overlooks information.
See. Move. Disappear. His first class August 30- Sept 1st, 2026 Avery Texas.
EOTECH Supplies Electro-Optics to the US Army
August 3rd, 2026Plymouth, MI (July 2026) – EOTECH, a division of American Holoptics and leader in advanced electro-optic sighting systems, today announced the recent sale of its OGL® (On-Gun Laser) systems, HWS® (Holographic Weapon Sights), and compatible magnifiers to the U.S. Army, totaling 14,000 units. The procurement was executed through multiple Transformation in Contact (TiC) buys to directly support the PAE Maneuver Ground portfolio’s surrogate optics project for M7, XM8 Carbine, and M250 Automatic Rifle.
This delivery provides critical day/night aiming, illumination, and engagement capabilities to Soldiers participating in the surrogate optics evaluation. The EOTECH systems include the rugged, combat-proven OGL for visible and infrared laser performance, industry-leading holographic sights for rapid target acquisition, and high-performance magnifiers—enabling enhanced lethality, improved positive identification, situational awareness, and operational flexibility in diverse and austere environments.
“EOTECH is proud to support the U.S. Army’s modernization efforts by delivering reliable, high-performance optics that meet the demanding requirements of today’s warfighters,” said Tod Litt; VP of Business Development-Intl/Govt for EOTECH. “These TiC acquisitions allow the Army to rapidly field advanced surrogate solutions, gather real-world Soldier feedback, and inform future requirements for a more sustainable and effective optics program across the force while replacing obsoleted systems currently being employed. We remain committed to American-made innovation that gives our Soldiers the decisive edge.”
The surrogate optics initiative for M7, XM8 Carbine, and M250 Automatic Rifle under PAE Maneuver Ground represents a key component of the Army’s accelerated acquisition strategy. By leveraging rapid procurement pathways like the TiC, the Army can efficiently evaluate technologies, mitigate risk, and accelerate the delivery of next-generation capabilities to maintain overmatch.
EOTECH’s holographic weapon sights and associated systems have a long history of trusted service with U.S. and allied forces. These latest deliveries underscore the company’s ongoing role in equipping America’s warfighters with cutting-edge tools designed for extreme durability, speed, and precision while proving that EOTECH’s capacity can scale quickly and efficiently to meet dynamic demand required of the U.S. Army.
