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Uniting for a Noble Cause: The 2024 SOF Auction & Raffle in Support of Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation

Monday, May 6th, 2024

In the heart of every Special Operations mission lies a support network extending far beyond the battlefield. Behind the courage and valor of our Nation’s warfighters are organizations like the Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation, which provide critical assistance and unwavering support to those who have served and sacrificed for our country.

Who We Are and What We Do

Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation is a beacon of hope and resilience for wounded, ill, or injured US Special Operations Command members, veterans, and their families. Our mission is clear: to respond to immediate needs, organize Rehabilitative Adaptive Events (RAE), and pioneer education and next-generation health solutions for the issues facing our service members.

As a nonprofit founded and operated by Special Operations veterans, we deeply understand the unique challenges the Special Operations Forces community faces. Our programs are meticulously designed to heal, rebuild, and strengthen veterans, service members, and their families, providing them with a renewed sense of mission, purpose, and focus.

Our Impact in 2023: A Testament to Support

In 2023, your support through Task Force Dagger made a tangible difference. We provided $842,539 in assistance, directly supporting 1686 warfighters and family members. This assistance covered SOF health initiatives and immediate needs like medical treatment reimbursements, travel expenses, medical device reimbursements, emergency assistance, holiday support, and rehabilitative adaptive events.

Your Support in Action: The 2024 SOF Auction & Raffle

The 2024 SOF Auction & Raffle is a cornerstone of our fundraising efforts, enabling us to continue our vital mission of supporting our Nation’s warfighters and their families. The auction kicked off on April 29th and concludes with an in-person reception generously sponsored by Cubic on Tuesday, May 7th at the Embassy Suites Tampa Downtown Convention Center in the Skyway Meeting Room. With 95% of donor dollars directly supporting our programs and initiatives, your contributions make an immediate and tangible impact on the lives of those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom.

By participating in the auction, attending our events, and spreading awareness, you join us in our mission to honor and uplift our Special Operations community. Together, we can ensure that no warfighter or family member faces their challenges alone.

Highlighted Auction Items

• Donated by Arsenal: Limited Edition – IZHMASH Jubilee Series Silver Edition 5.45x39mm Semi-Automatic AK74 Rifle

• Winchester NILO Farms Hunting & Shooting 2 day Trip for 2

• Spartan Race Passes

• Maxim MD11 Rifle – .308 caliber, 16″ Stainless Barrel, Arid color

• Geissele Super Duty Rifle, 16″, 5.56MM

• Huxwrx 556K FLOW Suppressor

• 2024 PGA Championship Week Passes for Two

• Limited Horse Soldier Gift Box featuring a Rare 80th D-Day Anniversary Bottle of Select Bourbon

• Foursome @ Trump International Golf Club

Raffle Items: $20 Tickets for Great Prizes

• Gentex AMP Headset (Color: Tan)

• FN 509 Pistol 9mm

• Proof Research Stainless Steel Barrel

• Aimpoint ACRO P-2 Pistol Sight

• Mossberg Patriot .300 WinMag Rifle

• $500 JP Rifles Gift Certificate

• Black Rifle Coffee Package (Pour Over Set/Mugs/Coffee)

• Steiner 8×24 Tactical Binocular

• Oakley Standard Issue Fuel Cell Armed Forces

• LBT MG Origins Day Pack

• 2 Pack of Spartan Race Passes Exp 12/31/2023

• Oakley SI Fuel Cell Sunglasses

• Oakley SI GasCan Sunglasses

• Hornday Range Bag & Gift Items

• Magpul Bipod for Picatinny Rail

• Magpul MS4 Dual QD Sling Gen 2 w. Magpul QD MOE Sling Attachment

In the face of adversity, the strength of our Nation’s warfighters shines brightly, buoyed by the unwavering support of organizations like Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation. As we forge ahead into the future, let us stand united in our commitment to those who have served and sacrificed for our country.

Join us in the 2024 SOF Auction & Raffle, and together, let’s make a difference that truly matters.

View the SOF Auction & Raffle items here: bit.ly/3KHzVDj.

SOF Select Happy Hour to Support Veteran and Industry Professional Battling for His Life

Monday, May 6th, 2024

42-YEAR-OLD FATHER OF TWO NEEDS YOUR HELP

Please join us at SOF Select happy hour on Wednesday, May 8 at 3:30 in the Oasis Ballroom at the Westin Tampa Waterside to support our friend and colleague, Erlend Gray. SOF Select is a two-minute walk from the Convention Center, over the bridge and next to Jackson’s.

Erlend is a Norwegian MJK veteran, defense industry professional and eternal optimist. In February 2024, his doctors gave him 12 months to live as the available treatments in Norway were no longer stopping the spread of his malignant melanoma.

With a lifetime of experience in overcoming challenges in ominous situations, Erlend did what comes naturally – he kept going. His Norwegian medical team told him a new treatment was recently approved by the FDA in the United States and is his last hope for overcoming cancer. Erlend and a close team of family and former teammates are working to get him access to this lifesaving treatment in the U.S.

The treatment, Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocyte (TIL) therapy, is a new cellular immunotherapy that is only offered at a few U.S. hospitals. Like many new medical treatments, the groundbreaking treatment is cost-prohibitive. Out of pocket expenses are estimated to exceed $500,000 for Erlend and his family. And time is of the essence.

Erlend’s kindness, generosity and professionalism have touched many throughout the defense industry.  Since retirement he has representedArc’Teryx, Knight’s Armament and Team Wendy among other top tier brands.

Erlend is the definition of “solid through-and-through.” He has always been known for sacrificing his own time and energy to support those around him in difficult situations, without expecting anything in return. He has helped many out of tough situations, and now we all have a chance to contribute so that he can receive the lifesaving treatment before it’s too late.

Please consider making a donation here:

gofund.me/2b97bd01

100% of all contributions to this Go Fund Me will go to Erlend via the HunterSeven Foundation.

All contributions will be greatly appreciated, and donations can be made anonymously if desired.

Your support will have an immediate impact on Erlend and his young family.

Gratefully,

Team Erlend

Bjørg, Viljar, Alma, Erlend, family, and friends!

KGM Suppressors to Exhibit at SOF Week

Monday, May 6th, 2024

KGM Suppressors, a leading provider of innovative firearm suppressors, proudly announces its participation as an exhibitor at SOF Week 2024. This year’s event runs from May 6-10,2024, at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, FL. Attendees will find representatives and sample products from KGM Suppressors at booth 2514.

“SOF Week is one of the marquee events for military trade shows, and we are proud to attend,” said Bill Bracken, Director of Government Business Development at KGM Suppressors. “Our suite of suppressed weapon solutions, from carbine and precision rifle suppressors to dedicated machine gun options, enhances the performance of today’s warfighter, and we encourage attendees to see the features and benefits of KGM suppressors.”

KGM Suppressors takes pride in delivering state-of-the-art solutions designed to enhance operational effectiveness and ensure operator safety. With a commitment to innovation and quality craftsmanship, KGM Suppressors continues to set the standard for excellence in the industry.

For more information about KGM Suppressors and its comprehensive range of suppressors, please visit www.kgm-tech.com.

Register to Support the Sterling Promise Foundation Fundraiser

Monday, May 6th, 2024

The Sterling Promise Foundation fundraiser is Tuesday evening from 1630 to 1930 at the Channelside Room in the Westin Tampa Waterside. There is also an online charity auction.

For those of you who will be in Tampa, below is the link to register for the event. This link is also the live link to the auction, raffles, and commemorative items they will have at the event.

onecau.se/sterling24

FibroTex T1 Thermal Mitigation Combat Uniform

Monday, May 6th, 2024

At last week’s Modern Day Marine, FibroTex USA showed me their T1 Thermal Mitigation Combat Uniform. As the name implies, it provides thermal as well as visual camouflage. Essentially, they’ve taken their successful ULCANS technologies and implemented them into a BDU to address thermal signature and other bandwidths.

The uniforms can be custom printed for visual camouflage and are cut in a combat style complete with built-in knee pad pockets and bicep pockets. They can replicate any camouflage as well as offer custom options, including alpine/snow patterns. You’d think that something with these types of multi-spectral properties would be uncomfortable but one end-user said that they had a pajama-like feel during his post-evaluation debrief.

I’ve handled one of the uniforms but not worn it. The shirt I examined had a knit torso but they also offer one made completely from woven fabric if that’s what the user wants. The woven fabric is a four-way stretch so between this and the ergonomic cut, you’re not losing much in the way of mobility by going this route.

They also offer a helmet cover to conceal both helmet and face without the need to wear a face mask.

As far as thermal mitigation, FibroTex has conducted multiple tests to validate their performance.

For more information, contact FibroTex USA.

B.E. MEYERS & Co Unveils MILR the World’s First Ballistically Disturbed Infrared Laser Fire Control System at SOF Week 2024

Monday, May 6th, 2024

May 5, 2024 (Redmond, WA)B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc., a Defense Technology Manufacturer specializing in advanced photonic solutions for military, law enforcement, consumer, and aerospace applications worldwide, is proud to unveil the MILR™ MiniatureIntelligent Laser Rangefinder, which includes the world’s first ballistically disturbed infrared laser Fire Control System.

Based on a revolutionary new digital Vertical-Cavity, Surface Emitting Laser (VCSEL) diode core, the MILR™ supports the widest range of platforms and applications that allows for a singular, lightweight, and comprehensive solution for advancedranging, aiming, illuminating, and ballistic solutions. Optimized for machinegun use and fully feature capable for precision rifles as well as remote weapon stations, the MILR™ is the only device that enables full day and night ballistic capability from a weapons platform without the use of a clip-on night vision device.

Capability Development
To ensure a decisive advantage during night operations and increase survivability and lethality of the operator, a novel approach to range finding, infrared illumination, and targeting via a new fire control system was proposed by B.E. Meyers & Co. The MILR™Miniature Intelligent Laser Rangefinder is a Class 3B/3R combination high-power infrared aiming and illumination device with visible pointer, as well as range-finding ballistic computer (via the Applied Ballistics™ integrated software) that can both provide holds on-screen for use with a day-optic or actively declinate the disturbed infrared aiming laser for ballistic compensation when using head-borne night vision devices.

A new laser-based variable divergence illuminator provides ideal beam clarity over an extended application range while also decreasing response times in near and mid-range engagements. The system is designed for combat environmental criteria to include immersion, recoil, and thermal shock, while maintaining position stability and system functionality.

Technology and Design
The technology and functionality behind the MILR™ have been in development for the last several years and support a design concept which allows for complete digital manipulation of all key system controls, to include power, divergence, VIS/IR, ranging,mode/function, and more.  As the power and divergence controls on the MILR™ are completely digital there is no optical ormechanical movement within the system apart from azimuth and elevation boresight controls. Divergence and power are synchronized for best pointing and illumination effect and are continually and instantly at the operator’s discretion through the onboard control configurations.

The design and functionality of MILR™ is based on its ability to achieve digital laser movement within the system, specifically theinfrared pointer, which internally declinates to create a ballistic solution for the shooter while under NVGs. The introduction of this first Disturbed Infrared Aiming Laser (DIAL™) capability allows for true day-to-night extended-range overmatch for weapons platforms traditionally limited in effectiveness during night engagements. Additionally, the MILR™ uses a step-through ballistic setup interface that provides ballistic computer capability to user groupsnot previously trained to use a ballistic solver data, while retaining compatibility for traditional long-form profile setups.

Platforms and Applications
The versatility and ruggedness of the MILR™ design lends itself for use on most individual weapon systems, precision rifle platforms,crew-served weapon systems, and remote weapon stations as well as other integrated solutions. Additionally, MILR™ seamlessly communicates with Kestrel Instruments® wind and weather meters for expeditious host-weapon data download. Our Disturbed Infrared Aiming Laser (DIAL™) technology is collaboratively partnered with Applied Ballistics™, Bluetooth™, and Unity™ Tactical, providing a revolutionary technical concept in a rugged, ergonomic, lightweight, and combat-capable device.

Features and Specifications
By orchestrating these best-in-class features and combining them with our next generation VCSEL core, the technological versatility inherent in MILR™ allows for an exceptionally enhanced multi-platform visible/infrared aiming and illumination laser solution. The MILK™ series of laser rangefinders truly create a new category of fire control systems, and like all B.E. Meyers & Co. products, are proudly Made in the USA.
Interim specifications can be found here: bemeyers.com/MILR

Options and Availability
The MILR™ series of laser systems will be available in either green or red visible wavelengths, and color options of black and flat dark earth, as well as custom configurations for certain orders. MILR™ is scheduled for multi-market production release in 2025 via select B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. registered resellers in the US and internationally. Market competitive pricing and additional details will be announced in advance of release.

For more information on MILR™ and other innovative laser solutions from B.E. Meyers & Co., please visit bemeyers.com/MILR or connect with us at info@bemeyers.com.

B.E. MEYERS & Co. Unveils the DAGIR Multi-Platform Aiming Laser System at SOF Week 2024

Monday, May 6th, 2024

May 5, 2024 (Redmond, WA)B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc., a Defense Technology Manufacturer specializing in advanced photonicsolutions for military, law enforcement, consumer, and aerospace applications worldwide, is proud to unveil the DAGIR™ Multi-Platform Advanced Laser System.  Based on a revolutionary new digital Vertical-Cavity, Surface Emitting Laser (VCSEL) diode core, the DAGIR™ supports the widest range of platforms and applications that allows for a singular comprehensive solution for advanced night operations.

Capability Development
To ensure a decisive advantage during night operations and increase survivability and lethality of the operator, a new weapon mounted laser pointer and illuminator system was proposed by B.E. Meyers & Co.  The DAGIR™ series combines the advantages ofminimal size and weight while improving performance, reliability,and operability. A new laser-based variable divergence illuminator provides ideal beam clarity over an extended application rangewhile also decreasing response times in near and mid-range engagements. The system is designed for combat environmentalcriteria to include immersion, recoil, and thermal shock, while maintaining position stability and system functionality.

The DAGIR™ is intended for everything from close-range carbine use to high-power extended-range machine gun applications, as well as integration with remote weapon stations and other platforms.

Technology and Design
The technology and functionality behind the DAGIR™ have been in development for the last several years and support a design concept which allows for complete digital manipulation of all key system controls, to include power, divergence, VIS/IR, mode/function, and more.  As the power and divergence controls on the DAGIR™ are completely digital, there is no optical or mechanical movement within the system apart from azimuth and elevation boresight controls. Divergence and power are synchronized for best pointing and illumination effect and are continually and instantly at the operator’s discretion through the onboard control configurations.

The design of the DAGIR™, specifically form factor, ergonomics, and functionality, is based on end-user feedback from across the spectrum of military, law enforcement, and recreational shooterswhich started with our introduction of MAWL®, currently with over 25,000 systems in use worldwide. DAGIR™ seeks to incorporate the most sought-after design aspects of all modern laser systems on the market and advances them.

Platforms and Applications
The versatility and ruggedness of the DAGIR™ design lends itself for use on individual weapon systems, precision rifles, crew-served weapon systems, and remote weapon stations as well as other platforms. DAGIR™ is capable of operating in training mode, or selectable power levels. Through our collaborative partnership with Unity™ Tactical that allows for the incorporation of their various remote activation cables by way of our patented Wakizashi™ communications port, we ensure a myriad of control configurations and placement options.

Features and Specifications
By orchestrating these best-in-class features and combining them with our next generation VCSEL core, the technological versatility inherent in DAGIR™ allows for an exceptionally enhanced multi-platform visible and infrared aiming and illumination laser solution.  This is not just a broadening of specifications, but by questioning the status quo, the DAGIR™ exhibits a truly extraordinary pivot in combat laser system design. The DAGIR™ series of lasers, like all B.E. Meyers & Co. products, are proudly Made in the USA.  Interimspecifications can be found here: bemeyers.com/DAGIR

Options and Availability
The DAGIR™ series of laser systems will be available in either green or red visible wavelength options, and color options of blackand flat dark earth, as well as custom configurations for certain orders. DAGIR™ is scheduled for multi-market production release in 2025 via select B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. registered resellers in the US and internationally. Market competitive pricing and additional details will be announced in advance of release.

For more information on DAGIR™ and other innovative laser solutions from B.E. Meyers & Co., please visit bemeyers.com/DAGIR or connect with us at info@bemeyers.com.

MATBOCK Monday: MR Dry Patent Issued

Monday, May 6th, 2024

MATBOCK has secured a utility patent on their popular MR Dry 2.0, which started as a three-way partnership with two other companies in 2013. MATBOCK shared the original concept with them after seeing the need for a waterproof pack that could accept a frame and allow the operators to quickly work out of the dry bag. MATBOCK continued developing the concept and eventually released an updated design, which is now the MR Dry 2.0. Here is a good overview video.

The MR Dry 2.0 is available in three sizes: Small (3,400 cu-in / 56 liters), Medium (4,700 cu-in / 77 liters), and Large (7,450 cu-in / 122 liters). The Small and Large are the most popular sizes.

US Patent US 11,944,183 (link to patent) patents.google.com/patent/US11944183B1

MATBOCK will be at the Westin Tampa Waterside at SOF Select.