Trainer Kyle Defoor shares his thoughts on the Dueck Defense Rapid Transition Sights and why he prefer them to flip up-style Back Up Iron Sights.
Check it out at kyledefoor.tumblr.com/post/27550097175/dueck-defense-sights-the-world-of-3-gun-has.
Archive for 2012
Kyle Defoor Likes Dueck Defense Rapid Transition Sights
Thursday, July 19th, 2012USMC Announces Close Quarter Battle Pistol Contract Award to Colt
Thursday, July 19th, 2012On Monday we reported that the new MARSOC M45 Close Quarter Battle Pistol would be the Colt Rail Gun in .45. Guess what? We were right. Remember, you heard it here first.
Less than two hours ago MARCORSYSCOM announced the award for “$22500000”. Here is the award announcement on FedBizOpps.
Blogoshere – Home Combat Magazine
Thursday, July 19th, 2012Every once in awhile we are going to mention a new blog on the scene and ask for your feedback. We think it will expose our readers to new opinions and perhaps help out the writers so long as we all agree to offer constructive feedback. Notice we didn’t say criticism. Feedback can be positive or negative.
Home Combat Magazine is a web based publication that has an interesting niche. They are looking at this whole prepper/tactical business through the eyes of a family man. It’s easy for most of us to look at the world and what we do in the lone wolf mode, or even as the member of a team of our peers. But it’s something different to begin to take our families into account.
Check out homecombatmag.com and tell us what you think.
Deployable Anomaly Ground Reconnaissance System
Thursday, July 19th, 2012Developed by Mav6 for a Government user, the new Deployable Anomaly Ground Reconnaissance System (DAGRS) is a man-portable multi-sensor mine and anomaly detection platform designed for high-mobility dismounted operations. At just under 5 lbs the baseline system consists of an integrated pulse induction loop sensor and passive magnetometer.
The compact form factor (2″x3″x8″ in stowed) includes a stabbing probe to interrogate soft material concealants (e.g. hay bails, underbrush, etc.) as well as a 40 in retractable sensor arm for deployment of various sensor payloads (ie Pulse Induction loop). Currently, battery life is in excess of 5 hours depending on mode of operation.
What makes DAGRS very exciting is its open architecture design that can easily accommodate additional sensor modules. AS the threat adapts, so can DAGRS. For example, an advanced DAGRS system that includes an advanced Central Computational Unit (CCU) with 1) enhanced multi-sensor processing and fusion, 2) data acquisition and analysis, 3) mapping and geopositioning, and 4) wireless integration with smart devices for remote sensor visualization and control is currently in development. Additionally, advanced DAGRS also includes additional sensor options which include Ground Penetrating Radar, LWIR camera (for detection of thermal gradients), FT-IR spectrometer (for characterization of explosive effluents), Non-Linear Junction Detector (for detection of circuit boards), as well as accelerometers and gradiometer.
Baseline prototypes are being delivered to the Government next month and DAGRS will be available for commercial and Government sales in the Fall of 2012.
For more information visit www.mav6.com.
Harris Publications Presents the 2012 IDPA Carolina Cup
Thursday, July 19th, 2012This video of the 2012 IDPA Carolina Cup was produced for www.tactical-life.com by Panteao Productions.
Five Prizes, Five Winners
Thursday, July 19th, 2012
During the week of the 4th Amron was generous enough to host a giveaway for SSD readers. Prizes included some great gear from the following top brands: Mechanix Wear, ESS, Kelty, Arc’teryx and Suunto. Thanks to everyone who participated in the Amron International and Soldier Systems 4th of July giveaway and congratulations to all of our winners. To see a list of prizes and winners, visit www.amronintl.com/celebrate_the_fourth.
Yes, We’ve Got Shills
Wednesday, July 18th, 2012For years you couldn’t comment on SSD. Then, we opened it up, and there are days that we wish we hadn’t, like the ones where we figure out that shills are coming in and decrying the competition. They are here, like a case of bedbugs. So, read the recent comments with a tainted eye. And, for the folks coming in and pretending to be a concerned citizen, we’ve got some advice. Just remember, your behavior isn’t risk free and we record your IP. In case you think it’s ok to come in and spread ill will for gain, take a look at the link.
ftc.gov/os/2009/10/091005revisedendorsementguides
Tighten your shot groups up or we’re going to have to change the comments portion of our program.
Why Are “We” Sucked In by Con Artists?
Wednesday, July 18th, 2012Lord knows every type of business has their fair share of con artists. For us, every trade show, they pop up like bad pennies. iO9 takes a stab at explaining why we fall victim. In our business I think it’s a combination of a desire to be liked; everyone like to be told they are talented, valuable, or what have you. And once sucked in, pride; being too proud to admit we were taken.
io9.com/5926933/the-neurochemistry-that-explains-why-you-fall-for-con-artists
