Raptor Tactical has introduced an accessory for their Sentinel Inside Helmet Skullcrusher System, Sentinel Skin which serves to offer MultiCam camouflage to the Black foam forehead pad.
Designed to replace the liner of Ops-Core high-cut helmets or ACH, the Sentinel Inside Helmet Skullcrusher System seamlessly integrates with the shell, eliminating bulk and redundancy while delivering stability for stand alone use of NVG and optics support.
EAGLEVILLE, PA, November 13, 2025 – Streamlight®, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting, announced its continued support of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation® (BCRF) with a $20,000 donation to help fund critical breast cancer research and prevention initiatives. This marks the company’s 15thconsecutive year partnering with BCRF, with donations generated through sales of specially marked pink flashlight models through its Lights for a Cause program.
As the world’s largest private funder of breast cancer research, BCRF recently announced a record $74.75 million investment for the 2025–2026 year, supporting more than 260 scientists across 16 countries. According to BCRF, every 14 seconds a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer somewhere in the world. In 2025, an estimated 42,170 women and 510 men are expected to die from the disease. Thanks to ongoing research, mortality rates have dropped by 44% since 1989.
Streamlight’s 2025 contribution was generated from sales of its pink products, including the Nano Light® II keychain light and pink Wedge® XT everyday carry light, with $1.00 and $3.00, respectively, donated from each sale.
“For 15 years, we’ve stood alongside the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in their mission to advance lifesaving research,” said Michael F. Dineen, Streamlight President. “This cause resonates deeply within our company. Our pink lights serve as a small but powerful way for Streamlight and our customers to honor survivors, remember those lost, and help drive progress toward a cure.”
Streamlight introduced its first pink lights in 2008 and remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting BCRF’s efforts to prevent and treat breast cancer through innovation and education.
To learn more about Streamlight’s Lights for a Cause, visit www.streamlight.com.
November 14, 2025 (Redmond, WA) – Join B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc., a Defense Technology Manufacturer specializing in advanced photonic solutions for military, law enforcement, consumer, and aerospace applications worldwide, at the 2025 CATO (California Association of Tactical Officers) Conference on December 2-4. CATO is a non-profit organization focused on training law enforcement officers to be better prepared to serve their communities.
We are excited to meet with local agencies and showcase our latest laser systems. Our innovative DAGIR® and MILR® series of laser pointers and illuminators will be on display. We will also have our renowned MAWL®, GLAR®, and KIJI® lasers and illuminators. Toschedule a meeting with B.E. Meyers & Co. email us at sales@bemeyers.com. For more information on our products and capabilities, please visit bemeyers.com.
Responding to direct demand from special operations operators, Direct Action® is introducing the MultiCam® Tropic camouflage pattern into its product lineup – a solution engineered for operations in green-dominant environments.
A carefully selected range of 58 products will be available in this colorway, with most already accessible in the online store and the B2B panel.
MultiCam® Tropic is one of the variants of the iconic MultiCam® camouflage family. Designed by Crye Precision and first unveiled in 2013, it delivers high concealment effectiveness in tropical regions, jungles, and European deciduous and mixed forests during spring and summer. Its palette of deep greens and earth browns enables operators to blend seamlessly into their surroundings — from dark forest undergrowth to diffused light on open clearings.
The introduction of MultiCam® Tropic is a direct response to the needs of special operations units requiring configurations optimized for dense vegetation. All new variants remain fully compatible with existing Direct Action systems and the Individual-as-a-System philosophy.
MultiCam® Tropic is effective in:
• European forests (spring/summer)
• Tropical forests and jungle environments
• Humid terrain, river valleys, thick brush, and wetlands
You will also be able to see the MultiCam® Tropic products and sample loadout configurations live during the Milipoltrade show in Paris. We invite all interested visitors to stop by booth 5 F 033 between 18–21 November, 2025.
The MultiCam® Tropic line will ultimately include 58 products, such as:
• Plate carriers: Spitfire, Bearcat, and the upcoming Spitfire QR Plate Carrier
• A wide range of pouches, pockets, front flaps, back panels, cummerbunds, and IFAKs
• Tactical belts and sleeves
• Combat apparel: Vanguard Combat Trousers and Vanguard Combat Shirt
A full presentation of the products, their applications, and sample configuration setups is available on the dedicated page:
directactiongear.com/en/mulicam-tropic-new-camouflage-now-available
215 Gear launches two new weapon accessories today, the Genesis Single Point Sling and Multi-Mission Weapon’s Catch V2. Both Berry compliant and available in MultiCam, Khaki and Black.
This sling was designed from the ground up as part of a larger system specifically for the Genesis breaching shotgun so you know it’s going to be able to take a beating. The unique design allows for mounting on the unused space on the shoulder strap of the armor carrier by threading the plastic triglide onto the shoulder strap of your armor carrier. The Quick Release (QR) mates with the QR socket on the Genesis receiver. Made with all high-quality Mil-Spec materials.
This is another component of the Genesis breaching shotgun system, but can retain any weapon. Unlike other catches on the market that use hardware designed for climbing use, they designed and manufacture their unique hook around the MOLLE it interfaces with. The machined aluminum hook is paired with a stiffened toggle allowing for quick disconnect to employ your weapon. The unique design allows for a low footprint mount on the MOLLE/PALS grid on your armor. Placement on gear is via a sewn loop to girth-hitch around a single channel of MOLLE that allows for a one channel footprint. Made with all high-quality Mil-Spec materials.
Made with 100% U.S.A 6061 Aircraft Grade Aluminum, coated matte black with U.S.A anodizing.
Available from www.215gear.com.
FENTON, Mo. (Nov 11th, 2025) – FirstSpear®, the leader in uncompromising equipment for professionals bound for “The X,” today announced the appointment of Brian Erb as Director, Aviation Business Development. The strategic hire of the decorated Special Operations aviator brings a career defined by moments of extreme pressure and critical decision-making, the very challenges FirstSpear equipment is engineered to overcome.
A retired Chief Warrant Officer 5 (CW5), Erb brings nearly 30 years of distinguished military aviation experience, including 18 years with the U.S. Army’s 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR (A)). A seasoned MH-47 instructor pilot with more than 3,000 flight hours (over 1,000 in combat and 1,000 under night vision) his career embodies the operational precision and field-tested knowledge that define FirstSpear’s approach. His leadership of the Regimental ALSE (Aviation Life Support Equipment) Shop was pivotal in advancing mission survivability, where he drove the adoption of key aviation and rotary protective systems like the FirstSpear Aviation Body Armor Vest (ABAV) and the Rotary Wing Advanced Tactical Helmet (RATH).
“FirstSpear exists to give operators total confidence in the moments where there is no margin for error. To do that authentically, our team must include professionals who have lived it,” said Scott Carver, Founder and CEO of FirstSpear. “Brian Erb doesn’t just understand ‘The X’; he has navigated it for decades. His expertise makes him a direct partner in readiness, ensuring our design process is always anchored to the unforgiving realities of the mission. He is here to help us uphold our promise: to build and deploy uncompromising equipment for superiority and durability.”
“Throughout my career with the 160th, the safety and effectiveness of fellow Night Stalkers was paramount. I saw firsthand how FirstSpear consistently listened to the operator and delivered equipment that made a real difference for our aircrews,” said Brian Erb. “I’m incredibly proud to now join a company that has been so dedicated to our community. My mission here is to use my experience to help drive the next evolution of gear, ensuring our military aviators have the decisive edge in safety, comfort, and lethality for years to come.”
At FirstSpear, Erb will lead efforts to expand aviation partnerships and product integrations. He will be responsible for translating the evolving demands of aviators and aircrews into tangible, life-saving equipment, ensuring the next generation of operators is equipped for their defining moments.
HILLSBOROUGH, NC – November 13, 2025, Reptilia® is proud to announce the release of the 35MM ROF™-90 for Trijicon® RMR & SRO, now available in Flat Dark Earth (FDE). Designed for shooters who demand precision, speed, and reliability, the ROF-90 is a drop-in upgrade engineered specifically for the Reptilia® 35MM AUS™ Mount and Geissele® Super Precision™ Mount.
If you’re running one of these mounts and want a fast, low-profile way to integrate a Trijicon® RMR® or SRO® at the 12:00 position, the ROF-90 delivers exactly that. Purpose-built to maintain minimal offset from your host optic’s centerline, it ensures a cleaner sight picture and faster target transitions without compromising balance or durability.
Why It Matters
Compatibility
Note: ROF™-90 is only compatible with Reptilia® AUS™ Mounts and Geissele® Super Precision™ Mounts.
Now available in Flat Dark Earth (MIL-STD Type III, Class 2 hardcoat anodize), the 35MM ROF™-90 brings both function and form to your setup – built for shooters who expect performance and precision in every aspect of their rifle.
Shop the 35MM ROF™-90 in FDE now:
reptiliacorp.com/product/35mm-rof-90-for-trijicon-rmr-sro
CARBONDALE, PA, November 13, 2025 — The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has exercised the third one-year option period of the Advanced Combat Helmet Generation II (ACH Gen II) production contract (SPE1C1-23-D-0004) awarded to Gentex Corporation. Valued at up to $38,376,425, this latest action extends through October 16, 2026 with the U.S. Army, ensuring America’s soldiers continue to receive advanced ballistic protection with a significant 22% reduction in weight compared to the legacy ACH helmet system.
Building on decades of innovation, the ACH Gen II helmet integrates ultra-high-performance materials and advanced manufacturing processes to deliver superior ballistic protection and blunt-impact performance while reducing overall weight. This results in greater comfort, agility, and mission endurance for today’s warfighter.
“Gentex is proud to continue our close partnership with the U.S. Army and the Defense Logistics Agency through the ACH Gen II program,” said Kevin Reilly, Close Combat Segment Directorat Gentex Corporation. “This award reaffirms our mission to deliver lightweight head protection to America’s warfighters, built with pride by the skilled workforce of Northeastern Pennsylvania.”
“Gentex Corporation continues to be a cornerstone of our region’s defense-manufacturing strength,” said Congressman Rob Bresnahan (PA-08). “The company’s recent recognition as a Best Place To Work in PA for 2025 confirms their commitment to their employees. This contract not only supports the safety and readiness of our nation’s soldiers but also sustains hundreds of high-quality jobs here in Northeastern Pennsylvania.”
The ACH Gen II is a key part of Gentex Corporation’s portfolio of U.S. military ground-combat helmet programs, including the Enhanced Combat Helmet (ECH), High-Cut ECH, Next-Generation Integrated Head Protection System (NG-IHPS), and the USSOCOM Family of Tactical Headborne Systems (FTHS). Gentex continues to advance mission-critical technologies that enhance survivability, comfort, and communication for military personnel around the world.
