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Varusteleka L6 Rain Anorak

June 24th, 2025

Another component of Varusteleka’s multi-layer clothing system is their L6 Rain Anorak which is quite packable and can be stuffed into a small pouch.

Fully seam taped this waterproof layer uses two different fabrics depending on the color:

Ranger green: 100% polyester + PU lamination

M05: 100% polyamide + PU lamination

In addition to waterproof zippers by Kroko at the front vent and under each arm for dinning and ventilation, the Anorak features a PFAS-free DWR finish. Compete with generous hood and hook and loop cuffs.

This isn’t one of those self-destructive garments made in Chinese hybrid warfare shops. Instead, it is a high-quality anorak made in Europe that actually works. 

Available in sizes Small – 2XLarge in Ranger Green or M05 Woodland Camouflage.

Made in Poland.

They also offer matching pants but they are currently only offered in Ranger Green.

www.varusteleka.com/en/product/varusteleka-l6-rain-anorak/77470

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Wilde Custom Gear – Active Shooter Bag

June 24th, 2025

If your looking for a bag to carry the essentials, the Active Shooter Bag from Wilde Custom Gear is the one for you.

Made from 1000D Cordura the bag features a full Laser Cut MOLLE system and three magazine pouches, each capable of holding two rifle magazines as well as a zippered main compartment. I’m going to pick one up in gray as a trunk bag. Offered in a multitude of colors and patterns.

wildecustomgear.com/products/active-shooter-bag

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USSF Opens Registration for Second Annual AI Challenge

June 24th, 2025

ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) —  

Registration is now open for the United States Space Force’ s second annual Artificial Intelligence Challenge.

The 2025 U.S. Space Force AI Challenge runs from July 16, 2025 and culminates with the awards ceremony at the Space Power Conference in Orlando, Florida, in December 2025. This year’s challenge is designed to foster collaboration and innovation in AI. Participants form teams, engage in learning sessions, and develop AI solutions to address challenges. Teams will present their solutions to technical experts for scoring, and based on scoring, select teams to present their solutions to Department of the Air Force senior leaders in October.

“The 2025 AI Challenge is a team-building activity focused on solving staff, acquisition, and operational problems,” said Col. Nathan Iven, acting deputy chief of Space Operations for Cyber and Data at Headquarters, Space Force. “This experience is designed to support innovation and encourage Guardians to leverage disruptive solutions like AI to gain advantage over the pacing threat.”

Open to all military branches and government agencies, teams must have a Space Force Guardian (officer, enlisted and/or civilian) as their lead, and can compete in three categories – Operations, Space Acquisitions or Staff Support.

Five awards will be presented: best AI solution in each of the three functional areas [operations, space acquisitions, staff support], Guardians’ choice, voted on by the Guardian workforce, and grand prize winner.

AI plays a central role in enhancing data utility and providing the analytical power needed to analyze large volumes of data. Chandra Donelson, Data and AI officer for the U.S. Space Force, stated, “I look forward to the solutions our Guardians will build and, more importantly, the partnerships they will establish during this year’s challenges.”

By participating, Guardians and other participants will increase their AI literacy and team-building skills to develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Senior leaders are encouraging Guardians to take advantage of the educational series, designed to provide participants with a foundational understanding of AI concepts to facilitate innovation. The Space Force AI Challenge addresses key tasks captured in the Fiscal Year 2025 Data and AI Strategic Action Plan.

Challenge rules

Team Composition: Each team requires a Space Force Guardian (officer, enlisted and/or civilian) as the team lead. Participation is open to all military branches and government agencies.

Tools: Participants are responsible for bringing their own government-approved tools and use publicly-available or fabricated data.

Final submission: Teams must submit a 3–5-minute concept video of their solution, a one paragraph narrative explaining the product, and a 3-5 slide presentation slide deck.

Semi-final judging: Judges will consist of U.S. Space Force data and AI experts/leader who will score the AI solutions against standard criteria. Winners and honorable mentions will be recognized from each functional area.

Guardians choice: All Guardians will have the opportunity to select their favorite solution via online-voting.

Senior leader pitch: Each functional area winning team will have 5 minutes to present their solution and demo their work to a board of senior leaders.

For more information and links to register please visit our CAC enable Guardian One site, or visit our U.S. Space Force AI Challenge MS Teams.

Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

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SIG SAUER Introduces the P211-GTO

June 23rd, 2025

“Groundbreaking innovation meets the iconic, purpose-driven design at the heart of SIG SAUER’s legendary heritage.”

The P211. Speed, Mastered.

NEWINGTON, N.H., (June 23, 2025) – SIG SAUER, industry leading manufacturer of cutting-edge firearms, optics, and ammunition introduces the P211-GTO.  Building upon a distinguished lineage of hammer-fired pistols renowned for precision machining and reliability, the P211-GTO incorporates the timeless appeal and superior performance of double-stack 1911 pistols – symbols of enduring speed, accuracy and craftsmanship with a modern twist. 

At its core, the P211 embodies the spirit of enthusiasts who live for performance and precision—on the range and in the automotive world. Inspired by advanced manufacturing techniques, this premium pistol reflects a shared dedication to meticulous quality, exhilarating speed, and a lifestyle deeply rooted in excellence.

“Engineered for unmatched speed and flawless reliability, the SIG SAUER P211-GTO elevates the shooting experience, setting a new benchmark for shooters who demand nothing short of exceptional,” said Robby Johnson, Chief Marketing Officer. “The P211-GTO combines groundbreaking innovation with the iconic, purpose-driven design at the heart of SIG SAUER’s legendary heritage.”

The P211-GTO pairs a precision-crafted 4.4” bull barrel seamlessly with the cutting-edge MACH3D compensator. This revolutionary, 3D-manufactured compensator dramatically reduces muzzle rise and felt recoil, allowing for faster, more accurate follow-up shots—even during the most intense rapid-fire sessions.

A sleek, full-length dust cover adds essential balance and improves weight distribution while providing ample rail space for accessories. The pistol’s robust design ensures enhanced rigidity and a striking tactical aesthetic. The P211’s innovative straight-pull trigger provides a consistently smooth, clean pull—delivering comfort and pinpoint accuracy every time.

The comprehensive safety features of the P211, include a grip safety, ambidextrous thumb safeties, and a reliable firing pin safety. Each P211 comes equipped with durable, proven 23-round magazines fully compatible with the widely popular SIG P320 platform, ensuring dependable reliability with every round fired.

Product Details:

  • 4.4” Bull Barrel paired with a precision-mounted Mach3D compensator
  • Steel frame with 3-slot accessory rail and full-length dust cover
  • Compatible with picatinny rail mounted accessories
  • Straight-pull trigger for a clean and consistent pull
  • Precision-engineered alloy grip module
  • Grip Safety, Ambidextrous Thumb Safeties and Firing Pin Safety mechanism
  • Equipped with (1) 23-round and (2) 21-round P320-compatible steel magazines

The P211-GTO was previewed at SIG NEXT 2025, a one-of-a-kind innovation showcase and immersive product and brand experience that can only come from SIG SAUER, the defense contractor of the future.

To learn more about the P211-GTO and all of SIG SAUER’s innovate and battle-tested products, visit sigsauer.com.

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Next Level Arms Launches the NLS 22 Varmint Kit in Jenison, MI – Under $150, Built to Be Beaten

June 23rd, 2025

Available now. Keep your eyes peeled for content from Range Day at GunCon on June 27.

Jenison, MI — June 18, 2025 — Next Level Arms is shaking up the rimfire suppressor market with the NLS 22 Varmint Kit, a lightweight, serviceable .22LR suppressor built for real-world shooters. Priced at just $149.99, it’s designed for plinkers and varmint hunters who are tired of overpriced cans that clog up fast and cost more than their rifle.

“We built the can we wanted to buy,” said Dave Warner, Owner of Next Level Arms. “Rimfires are dirty and hard on suppressors. The NLS 22 Varmint Kit is designed to take that abuse and keep going, without costing half your paycheck.”

Key Features:

  • $149.99 MSRP
  • Includes 3 baffle stacks (1 installed, 2 spares)
  • Quick and simple maintenance—swap stacks and get back to shooting
  • Optional service available to restore the kit after all 3 stacks are used
  • Aluminum mount/blast chamber (hard coat anodized)
  • Carbon fiber baffle stacks
  • 6 inches long, 1.18 inches diameter, 3.2 ounces
  • Threaded 1/2-28 for standard rimfire compatibility

Most rimfire cans aren’t built to survive the long haul. This one is. When your baffles start to gum up, just swap them out and keep going. Blow through all three? No problem. Send it back for a rebuild and get back to work.

See It in Action

Keep an eye out for footage and feedback from GunCon’s Range Day on June 27. We’ll be running the NLS 22 Varmint hard so you can see how it holds up.

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Available now:

NLS 22 Varmint Kit – $149.99

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SIG NEXT 25 – ZULU-DMR Tripod

June 23rd, 2025

The ZULU-DMR carbon Fiber Tripod Kit was another item that wasn’t the focus of SIG NEXT, but new nonetheless.

The tripod extends to a height of 69″ and includes the following features:

  • 52mm Dual Tension Ball Head
  • ARCA-SWISS Compatible
  • 3 Section Carbon Fiber Legs, with Vented Tubes
  • 3 Position Detent Tabs for Adjusting the Angle of the Tripod Legs
  • Rubber Over Molded Twist Locks
  • Foot spikes are coming

Seen here, it is fitted with the new OSCAR6 HDX PRO Spotting Scope we previewed at Modern Day Marine which uses a digital accelerometer to stabilize the image even while moving. Powered by 2 x AA batteries, it features a 16-32x magnification along with a 60mm objective lens and is 11.5” long and weighs just over 55 oz.

While some items like the ZULU-DMR are currently made in China, SIG has been working to move production to TAA compliant countries or when possible, the US. The tripod is already planned to be moved to a TAA listed country.

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SIG NEXT 25 – ZULU6 HDX PRO

June 23rd, 2025

SIG has been showing the update to their stabilized binoculars at trade shows for several now SIG NEXT was actually the first time I had gotten a chance to try them out in the wild, observing targets on the SIG Academy’s long range shooting range.

Available in 14x, 16x, and 18x 50mm variants, the ZULU6 HDX PRO feature SIG’s OmniScan OIS image stabilization which uses a digital accelerometer to optimize the level of stabilization applied based off your movement and vibration. This makes moving from one item of interest to another much smoother.

Powered by two common AA batteries, expect 40+ hours of constant runtime. System feature a 10-minute auto shutoff feature and IPX-7 waterproof rating.

These are made in Japan and SIG is working on adding a Mil reticle for ranging.

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SIG NEXT 25 – P365-FLUX

June 23rd, 2025

The P365-FLUX is another collaboration between Flux Defense and SIG SAUER. Together they have created a polymer version of the aluminum Flux 365 Raider. The result is a slightly lighter version which will come as a complete gun. However, Flux Defense plans on offering the Raider for sale as a chassis.

The Raider is a chassis which transforms the SIG P320 of P365 FCU, barrel, and Slide into a PDW. It can serve as pistol or incorporate a stabilizing brace or fitted with a stock and converted to an SBR. The brace and stock fold to the right side of the pistol and can be configured to automatically deploy when the PDW is drawn from the holster. It’s important to note, the P320 and P365 require different Raider chassis.

The P365-FLUX comes with a 6″ barrel which is the longest P365 barrel but is only intended for use with the FLUX variant. It is also outfitted with a polymer barrel shroud, front Picatinny rail beneath the barrel, and X-RAY3 day / night sights.

SIG is going to offer a couple of versions. The full-on Sentry model will introduce the 25-round P365 magazine to the market and will come fitted with a 21 round and 25 round mag. Additionally, the PDW comes with a concealable (yes, this thing can be worn inside the waistbelt) holster.

We are still unsure when precisely the P365-FLUX will be available. Right now it looks like late Summer.

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