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AUSA 25 – Military Grade Borka-Tool Kit by Pro Shot

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025

There are loads of cool items shown at AUSA but let’s face it, no matter how much I want one, there’s no way I’m getting an FN Multi-Purpose Tactical Launcher 30mm and even if I did, I’d never be able to get ahold of the ammo.

But, there are other items which are both usable and attainable like this Military Grade Borka-Tool kit exclusive to Pro Shot Products.

This adjustable torque driver is easy to use and offers two scales (10-27 inch-Ibs. & 28-70 inch-Ibs.) to enhance adjustment resolution for increased precision and ease of use. Built for right hand use the compact design fits into the handy carrying pouch along with a variety of bits.

Borka Tool Kit includes:

1. BTD1070-IP adjustable torque driver* (Military Grade)

2. Compact 1/4″ hex (F) x 1/4″ square drive (M) ratchet handle

3. 1/4″ hex drive (F) to 1/4″ square drive (F) adapter

4. 1/4″ hex drive (M) to 1/4″ square drive (M) adapter

5. S2 tool steel chrome plated screwdriver bits (total of 58):

2 each of the following:

Hex, Inch: 3/32, 7/64, 1/8, 9/64, 5/32, 3/16

Hex, Metric: 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6

Slotted (blade width): 1/8, 5/32, 3/16, 7/32, 1/4, 5/16

Torx: T-10, T-15, T-20, T-25, T-27, T-30

Phillips: #1, #2

Other bits: spare T-10, T-15 and T-20**

6. 1/2″ hex socket with 1/4″ square drive (F)
7. 2″ long extension with 1/4″ square drive (M and F) ends
8. Cordura nylon pouch by Maxpedition, 7″x5″x1…2″
9. Paper insert with basic info and links to video guides

*Made in the U.S.A. / Patent # 8,667,870 / 2nd Patent Pending
Torque driver calibration accuracy: +/- 4%

**Spare T-10, T15 and T-20 torx bits are located in
“Special Bits” slots labeled as SPB#1, SPB#2 and SPB#3.

www.proshotproducts.com/BORKA-TOOLS-MILITARY-GRADE-ADJUSTABLE-TORQUE-DRIVER-KIT-BTK-G6

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AUSA 25 – Meindl GORE-TEX ECWCS Boot

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025

Visitors to the GORE-Tex brand booth at AUSA got an eyeful of cold weather gear, but if we zoom in on the left hand side of the booth, we can check out the Meindl GORE-TEX ECWCS Boot.

Meindl is a German boot manufacturer and they offer a two-boot system for extreme cold wet operations down to -50°C / -60°F.

The Outerboot is made from EXTRAGUARD, a manmade fabric from W.L. Gore & Assoc. that wears like leather but does not absorb moisture, perfect for extreme cold environments, particularly when intermittent wet conditions are encountered. The rand features a wide rubber strip to protect the boot from crampon cuts. This, along with a rigid sole system integrates well with crampons, snow shoes and skis.

Features of the the two components:

Removable GORE-TEX Insert

Lightweight / Low Bulk Insulation

Quick Re-dry

Waterproof

Breathable

AIR-ACTIVE® Soft Print Dry Sole

EXTRAGUARD Upper Outerboot

Low water pickup / Quick Re-dry

Waterproof

Very Breathable

Low Bulk Insulation (mapped GORE-TEX AIRFIBER and GORE-TEX THERMIUM®)

Visit www.goretexprofessional.com/defense-fabrics for more information.

Posted in Advertiser, Arctic, AUSA, Boots | 2 Comments »

38 Sierra Releases Latest Products

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025

38 Sierra LLC of Virginia has released their latest update of products and services for Q4 2025.

You can see their complete line at 38Sierra.co.

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EagleNXT and Tough Stump Technologies Announce Expanded Strategic Partnership and Introduce New HELIOS Kit

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025

New Offering incorporates Advanced EagleNXT VISION Drone, Providing Advantage of Real-Time Video Feeds; Expanded Partnership Provides Greater Capability for Operators

WASHINGTON D.C. — AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (dba, EagleNXT) (the “Company” or “EagleNXT”) (NYSE: UAVS), a leading provider of advanced drone and aerial imaging solutions, is proud to announce an expanded strategic partnership with Tough Stump Technologies, a premier innovator in advanced training solutions for defense and security applications. As part of the partnership, the two companies are announcing the new HELIOS™ kit, a next-generation, rapidly deployable platform that will include the eBee VISION drone from EagleNXT. This cutting-edge solution is available now, and will advance Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) to a higher level of performance.

The HELIOS™ system is designed to be a rapidly deployable, open-architecture platform providing real-time, actionable intelligence. Building on the proven ARTEMIS™ package,HELIOS™ incorporates the advanced eBee VISION drone, the ATOS tracking system, and a robust portable processing unit. This combination delivers unparalleled situational awareness and data synthesis, engineered for seamless interoperability with the Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) prototype ecosystem. HELIOS™ is a cost-effective, low-bandwidth solution that will empower users to modernize their command-and-control systems and gain a decisive advantage in dynamic operational environments.

“We are proud to work with Tough Stump Technologies to expand our collaboration and as a first product of that, bringing the game-changing HELIOS™ system to the marketplace,” said Bill Irby, CEO and President of EagleNXT. “This partnership reflects our shared commitment to delivering innovative, defense-focused solutions that enhance mission success and operational readiness. The HELIOS™ package is the result of our ongoing collaboration and represents another advanced offering that will deliver real-time intelligence and interoperability. We’re excited to see it match the evolving demand for unmanned capability.”

Also announced at AUSA, EagleNXT and Tough Stump Technologies are expanding their strategic partnership to also include cooperative marketing and promotional opportunities and closer alignment in pursuit of U.S. government business.

“Tough Stump is thrilled to deepen our alliance with EagleNXT, a true partner in innovation,” Jarrett Heavenston, CEO of Tough Stump Technologies. “Together we are addressing the unmanned needs with the Department of Defense and will expertly deliver the technologies that deliver capability and enhance what we offer to our U.S. Government and Federal customers and clients. With the new HELIOS™ package, along with our planned co-marketing efforts and joint pursuit of USG opportunities, we will unlock unprecedented value for customers, ensuring they have access to the most advanced, interoperable solutions available.”

For more information on the HELIOS™ package, visit Toughstump.com.

For more information about the full suite of EagleNXT UAS solutions, or to schedule a demo, visit EagleNXT.com or contact the AgEagle Media Relations team.

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NP Aerospace Launches Their Upgraded Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 Armoured Vehicle

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025

NP Aerospace, the global vehicle integrator and armour manufacturer, has announced the launch of their upgraded armoured Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 vehicle. NP Aerospace acquired the IP for this product, along with certain other assets of Jankel Armouring Limited from Administration, in 2024.

Since then, NP Aerospace has applied their acclaimed vehicle engineering and integration, production and supply chain skill sets to this vehicle and is now launching it as a significantly refined and upgraded NP Aerospace platform. This announcement coincides with the Civilian Armoured Vehicle (CAV) Forum taking place in Geneva, 21-23 October 2025.

Delivering unprecedented levels of protection, functionality and reliability based upon many years of user feedback, the NP Aerospace LC300 is already being sought after and contracted by a multitude of global defence ministries and Non-Government Organisations (NGO’s). Having qualified the LC300 to the latest Edition 3 of the international VPAM BRV and ERV (VR7) standards as well as PAS 300 ballistic and blast and PAS 301 vehicle performance criteria, NP Aerospace has ensured the platform provides optimum protection and remains road-legal for NATO and European-based NGO customers, maximising the export potential to wider international user groups. The vehicle was the very first to be certified to VPAM VR7 BRV and ERV with a 2m side blast with a third row of seats in accordance with Edition 3 which uses biofidelic dummies, to understand the true impacts to the vehicle occupants.

The LC300 has been designed with a bolt in armour solution, delivering efficiency during the assembly process, electrical systems modularity, and unique patented technologies to provide customers with a 10-year service life. In recent months, the NP team has been delivering a range of structural upgrades to account for increased vehicle mass and payload, such as double cab and extended chassis variants. In addition, NP Aerospace has also integrated complex communications systems to meet a range of customer needs.

Throughout this process, NP Aerospace has further refined the vehicle design and the production practices to optimise the vehicle and bring it up to the very best standards in terms of capability, production efficiency, quality and through life supportability. To achieve this, the team in Coventry has been expanded. In July 2025 NP Aerospace launched the CAV support capability offering, to ensure that the very best support services can be delivered to current customers but also to expand that proven service offering across the global fleets. Potential new CAV support clients range from ministries of defence to NGO’s, and individual vehicle fleets are widely spread in terms of deployed geography. This service is offered with the LC 300 armoured platform.

David Petheram, MD & SVP, NP Aerospace Vehicle Systems, Services and Spares said: “our newly upgraded armoured LC300 is based on the vehicle we inherited as a result of our acquisition of certain assets of Jankel Armouring Ltd last year. Since then, we’ve further enhanced and refined the platform, adding in the NP Aerospace DNA, as we have responded to complex customer requirements. Specifically, our integration, production and supply chain skill sets have been applied to this project to optimise the benefits to the procurer, the fleet manager and the user. What we now have is a better platform when viewed from all perspectives and we’re pleased to be able to offer it to global markets. The Civilian Armoured Vehicle (CAV) market offers great growth potential and is a significant area of focus for us as we continue to expand our team.”

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222 Jackals (Schakal) for Germany and the Netherlands – order value at €3.4 billion

Tuesday, October 21st, 2025

The European defense organization OCCAR (Organisation Conjointe de Coopération en Matière d’Armement) has commissioned Artec GmbH to deliver a total of 222 Schakal infantry fighting vehicles to the armed forces of Germany and the Netherlands. This new combat vehicle combines the chassis of the Boxer wheeled armoured vehicle with the turret of the tracked Puma infantry fighting vehicle. The main contractor for the Boxer is Artec GmbH, a joint venture between Rheinmetall and KNDS Germany. 150 Schakal vehicles are to be delivered to the German Armed Forces and 72 to the Dutch Army.

The total order for the German and Dutch armies is worth €3.41 billion gross, with Rheinmetall’s share amounting to almost €3 billion. The contract also includes a logistics package containing spare parts, training materials, and specialised tools. Furthermore, it covers optional additional services such as protection against anti-tank hand weapons, firing attack detection and firing attack identification as well as drone defence. The call-off of up to 248 additional vehicles is also included as an option.

Within the German Armed Forces, the Schakal armoured infantry fighting vehicle, consisting of the 8×8 Boxer platform and the 30mm Puma turret with Rheinmetall’s MK 30-2/ABM machine gun, is the main weapon system for the Army’s newly established medium forces. The new armoured personnel carrier combines mobility, protection and firepower to the highest degree. This enables the medium forces to cover large distances at own pace within the shortest possible time. The 30mm turret allows a wide variety of targets to be effectively combated in dynamic combat situations.

Artec GmbH, a 64:36 joint venture between Rheinmetall and KNDS, is also to be the future main contractor for the RCH 155 (Remote Controlled Howitzer 155 Millimeter), yet another combination of the proven drive module of the Boxer wheeled armoured vehicle and equipped with the weapon system of the Panzerhaubitze PzH 2000.

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AUSA 25 – Stealth Products Group

Tuesday, October 21st, 2025

Stealth Products Group is a part of LiteFighter Gear. They showed their multispectral Individual Concealment Cover which has undergone evaluation in Hawaii with 25th ID and is set to be checked out by the 82nd Abn Div soon.

It features reversible camouflage pattern and they offer several options.

Featuring their ZIRO Mitigation Technology, it conceals the wearer from:

VIS (Visible Light)
NIR (Near-Infrared)
MWIR (Mid-Wave Infrared)
LWIR (Long-Wave Infrared)

It’s large enough (67″ x 103″) to conceal the wearer during movement but only weighs 2 lbs. Users can also connect several together to create larger hides or correct equipment from observation.

What’s more, it’s breathable so the wearer won’t overheat while using it. However, heat-absorptive material is placed in typical hotspot areas (chest, shoulders, head, and back) for enhanced thermal protection.

I really like the hood design which is oversized for helmet wear and has both full and 3/4 face cover options that help reduce the heat signature of their head and face. You can see out, but they can’t see in.

Here you can see how compact it is for stowage.

Finally, this is a photo of one of their more sophisticated applications.

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Updated: Glock Discontinues Multiple Models

Tuesday, October 21st, 2025

After rumors began floating around the internet regarding Glock discontinuing all Gen 3 and 4 slim line handgun models, they have finally addressed the issue by publishing this list of discontinued models.

G17 – Gen4

G17 MOS – Gen4 | Gen5

G17L – Classic | Gen3

G17L MOS – Gen5

G19 – Gen4

G19 MOS – Gen4

G20 – Gen3 | Gen4

G21 – Gen3 | Gen4

G21SF

G22 – Gen3 | Gen4 | Gen5

G22 MOS – Gen5

G23 – Gen4

G24

G26 – Gen4

G27 – Gen3 | Gen 4 | Gen5

G29 – Gen3 | Gen 4 | Gen5

G29SF

G30 – Gen3 | Gen 4 | Gen5

G31 – Gen3 | Gen4

G32 – Gen3 | Gen4

G33 – Gen3 | Gen4

G34 – Gen3 | Gen4

G34 MOS – Gen4 | Gen5

G35 – Gen3 | Gen4

G35 MOS – Gen4

G36

G36 FGR

G37 – Gen3 | Gen4

G38

G39

G40 MOS – Gen4

G41 – Gen4

G41 MOS – Gen4

G49

Fear not current Glock owners! Glock is loyal to its customers and has stated they will continue to service discontinued models.

Although Glock hasn’t said what is coming next, internal discussions among distributors indicate that current stocks will stop shipping on 30 November (exempt are 43X/43X MOS/48/ 48MOS) with new V series shipments resuming in December 2025. Pricing will remain consistent with current Gen 5 models.

Changes to V series are said to include internal slide and trigger improvements and current Glock Performance triggers will not function in V pistols.

Glock is playing it cool and issued this statement:

“In order to focus on the products that will drive future innovation and growth, we are making a strategic decision to reduce our current commercial portfolio. This streamlined approach allows us to concentrate on continuing to deliver the highest-quality and most relevant solutions for the market.”

However, it is believed that the changes are in response to legislation and legal action taken against Glock by various states because pistols equipped with “cruciform triggers” can be modified to fire fully automatic by installing a “Glock switch” which is sold over the internet and has been used increasingly by criminals.

Update: Glock released this image to clarify which models will join the V series.

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