Anyone who remembers the SWAT magazine of the 80s will recall that the name at the time was ‘Survival Weapons and Tactics.’ With this newest issue, hitting newsstands now, they are going back to that name in honor of the heritage of the magazine but also relevancy. The times today are quite similar to the times that spawned the monthly in the first place, and their current content is very much aimed at the prepared American.
Master Spy Sterling Archer has a new how-to guide that will be available just in time for SHOT Show entitled “How to Archer: The Ultimate Guide to Espionage and Style and Women and Also Cocktails Ever Written.”
Archer describes the contents so, “What other book will teach you how to dress properly and how to drive an elephant? How to field strip an AK-47 and how to haggle with a Thai prostitute—in her native tongue? How to pilot an airboat and how to make about a million delicious cocktails, including a Molotov one? How to kill a guy and how to prepare a fabulous brunch? Plus how to do tons of other stuff that I forgot, but that is nonetheless probably in this book (which, to be honest, I really only kinda skimmed).”
How could you pass up on this? Get yours January 17th, which also happens to the kick off day of SHOT Show.
If you have a Kindle, Amazon is offering Echelon Software’s “Black Powder Red Earth” issue Vol 2 free of charge (*for Amazon Prime members). No idea how long this deal is going to last so we suggest you take advantage sooner rather than later. Written by the collaborative team of Jon Chang (Author), Kane Smith (Author), Josh Taylor (Illustrator), BPRE is a graphic novel unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Meticulously researched, it creates a near-future filled with intrigue and corporations and regional actors relying on hired guns who cut their teeth in the Second Gulf War. Described by some as “Blackhawk Down meets Syriana” the action begins to really pick up in Vol 2.
Panteao Productions has introduced a new DVD in the Panteao Documentary series of videos called 2011 IDPA World Championship.
The IDPA World Championship drew shooters from all over the world to compete at this inaugural event. Facing 27 stages with a minimum of 326 rounds to fire, it was going to be a challenge for any shooter. To add to the complexity of the stages was the inclement weather and souring temperatures. We take you to the IDPA World Championship so that you can see the very first match of its kind and relive history being made. You’ll follow different squads firing stages that vary in complexity and hear from the shooters themselves what they thought of the match. We take you to the awards banquet and after the match, give you an inside look at one of the Shooting Sports Clinics where top shooters help other shooters improve their skills.
The DVD will begin shipping by the first week of January. Pre-orders are being accepted by Panteao. The video is also available streaming to Panteao website subscribers.
Visit the Panteao website at www.makeready.tv
Life Magazine has released some new pictures celebrating the anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge. They are, in a word, amazing.
New, previously unseen Battle of the Bulge pictures from Life Magazine
You should check them out. 67 years ago some our fathers, grandfathers, great-grandfathers and countless other family members of both genders were fighting in one of the most critical battles of the war, in some of the bitterest cold of the war.
www.life.com/gallery/36632/image/56688832/battle-of-the-bulge-rare-unseen
-DR
The most recent edition of the Australian military magazine, Contact: Air, Land and Sea is out now. You can check it out online as a sample but please remember that it is a bit of a beast so loading may take some time. The December issue includes the cover article, “That First Patrol†which explores the stress associated with continuing with the mission even after a friend is injured by a mine or an IED. It also covers several New Zealand and Australian soldiers KIA in various locations (including the three killed by a supposedly friendly ANA soldier) and features the story “Dustoff: Flying with the medevac team in Afghanistan.â€
Hat Tip to Bolo Report for reminding me.
NRA’s Life of Duty website is a great resource and their softcopy magazine, “American Warrior” is everything a publication of those who have chosen a life of service should be. It’s got something for all of us. There are articles on Military, Law Enforcement, Fire, Medical, weapons, gear, and entertainment. Everything we love. Their latest issue is out so take a look.
www.nralifeofduty.tv/#/nraamericanwarrior
