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DSEI 25 – NODBOX

Wednesday, September 10th, 2025

Australia’s Platatac is exhibiting in the Edgar Brothers stand at this year’s DSEI and showed us the new NODBOX from DEVCELL.

NODBOX is an injection molded clamshell case for the AN/PVS-31A & C night vision goggle. Impact and crush resistant, it is made from injection-molded nylon with a bungee to hold it closed.

Versions for other models coming in the future.

Contact Platatac or DEVCELL for more information.

Reptilia Launches The G-Plate for Glock 19 and Sig ROMEO X

Thursday, September 4th, 2025

Hillsborough, North Carolina –  9/4/2025 – Reptilia is proud to announce the release of the G-Plate for Glock® 19 and Sig® ROMEO X. Originally developed for a specialized user group, this purpose-built mounting plate allows shooters to install the Sig ROMEO X optic on their Glock 19 slide without any permanent modifications, offering a streamlined solution for low-visibility carry and mission-ready configurations.

The G-Plate replaces the factory rear sight, seating securely in the Glock’s standard dovetail cut. The ROMEO X’s integrated rear sight pairs seamlessly with the G-Plate’s custom front sight post, ensuring reliable backup sight capability even in the harshest conditions.

Precision-machined from billet 17-4 stainless steel and finished in FNC (Nitride) for exceptional corrosion resistance, the G-Plate is engineered to deliver uncompromising strength and long-term durability.

Key Features:

  • Designed for Glock 19 and other Glock slides with a standard dovetail cut
  • Supports Sig ROMEO X optic mounting with no slide modification required
  • Billet 17-4 stainless steel construction with FNC (Nitride) finish
  • Includes Nylok-patched stainless steel set screw
  • Lightweight design at 24g
  • Proudly Made in the USA

The G-Plate is available now at ReptiliaCorp.com.

Reptilia Expands AUS Mount Systems with New RMR Footprint

Thursday, August 28th, 2025

Hillsborough, NC – AUG 28th 2025 – Reptilia®, an industry leader in premium firearm accessories, is proud to announce the release of the AUS Offset for RMR, a purpose-built solution for rapid target engagement and secondary sighting. Engineered with the same attention to detail and rugged reliability as the entire AUS Mount System, this new configuration adds compatibility with the widely adopted Trijicon RMR® footprint.

Built for Speed. Designed for Precision.

The AUS Offset for RMR is designed to integrate seamlessly into the AUS platform, giving shooters a fast, ergonomic, and dependable offset optic solution.

Key Features:

  • Trijicon RMR® compatibility – fits RMR and other MRDS with the same footprint
  • Fully reversible design – 4 mounting locations, left- or right-side configuration
  • Precision machining – 7075-T6 aluminum, Type III hardcoat anodized
  • Optimal angle – 37º offset from vertical for natural transitions
  • Ultra-lightweight – just 30 grams
  • Made in the USA –  backed by Reptilia’s full lifetime warranty
  • Available now – Black and Flat Dark Earth anodized finishes

 

“The  AUS Offset for RMR brings a new level of versatility to our optic mounting ecosystem, whether in competition, defense, or duty applications, shooters can rely on its strength, lightweight profile, and precision fit to deliver when it matters most.”

– Reptilia Team

The AUS Offset for RMR is now shipping!

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Aimpoint Launches Duty RDS MR – A New Standard in Red Dot Versatility

Wednesday, August 27th, 2025

Malmö, Sweden, August 27, 2025. Aimpoint®, the originator of the red dot sight, proudly announces the launch of the AIMPOINT DUTY RDS MR, the company’s first sight featuring a selectable Multi-Reticle (MR) system.

Designed for users who demand adaptability without compromise, the DUTY RDS MR offers three reticle options – a 2 MOA dot, a 65 MOA circle, or both combined – in a compact and rugged platform trusted by professionals worldwide.

“With the DUTY RDS MR, we are expanding the AIMPOINT legacy by combining our proven design principles with new flexibility,” says Albert Rödfalk, senior product manager at Aimpoint AB. “It’s a robust solution built to meet the real-world needs of professionals.”

Built for law enforcement, professional users and competitive shooters, the DUTY RDS MR features instant-on motion activation, a side-loading battery compartment, and a pressure forged aluminum housing that is submersible to 25 meters (80 ft.) and engineered to endure shock, vibration, and extreme temperatures.

Key features include:

• Multi-Reticle System: Toggle between dot, circle, or both for rapid acquisition and precision aiming

• Motion Activation: Enters sleep mode after two hours of inactivity – instantly powers on with movement

• Mission-Ready Durability: Waterproof to 25 m, shock- and vibration-resistant

• Daylight & Night Vision Compatible: 12 brightness settings, including 4 for NVD

• 3-Year Battery Life with setting 7. Powered by a single CR2032 battery

With this launch, AIMPOINT reinforces its position as the trusted choice for professionals who operate where reliability and performance are non-negotiable.

Rotapoint’s Watch Cap is a Game-Changer in Target Engagement Speed

Wednesday, August 27th, 2025

Already in the hands of winning teams, the Watch Cap™ redefines red dot positioning for professional shooters and is now officially patented and available.

Watch Cap™ at Chaos Concepts’ Legion Team Sniper Challenge

Ashburn, Va. (August 2025)Rotapoint Systems LLC, designers and manufacturers of advanced sighting solutions, proudly announces the official launch of its Watch Cap™, a precision-engineered, bore-concentric optic mounting solution designed to help snipers transition to magnified optics with unprecedented speed—without sacrificing situational awareness. Quietly adopted by top-tier military shooting teams over the past year, as well as the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the Watch Cap has already proven itself on the podium, earning top placements in some of the world’s most demanding sniper competitions.

“The Watch Cap has changed the way elite shooters approach high-pressure environments. When seconds count, it’s the difference between acquiring a target or missing a window of opportunity,” said Dave Sugg, founder of Rotapoint Systems. “Like our entire product line, we designed it to give shooters every possible edge—and it’s already outperforming expectations on the field.”

First introduced at SHOT Show 2024, the Watch Cap has helped win:

  • Chaos Concepts’ Legion Team Sniper Challenge – 1st, 2nd & 4th Place (May 2025)
  • Special Operations Warrior Foundation’s Heart Mountain Challenge, Cody, WY – 1st Place (June 2025)
  • Nightforce ELR Steel Challenge, Glenrock, WY – 2nd Place (July 2025)
  • Kinetic Comps’ Marathon Mountain Sniper Challenge – 1st Place (July 2025)

At multiple events, shooters running Watch Caps outperformed those who didn’t—sometimes even overcoming more experienced competitors. The message is clear: a Watch Cap may be the force multiplier you didn’t know you needed.

The product is now officially patented (U.S. Patent D1,083,008 S, with additional patents pending) and continues to grow in popularity across the competitive and professional sniper communities. Designed and machined in the USA from aircraft-grade 7075-T651 aluminum and finished with Type III hardcoat anodizing, each model is precision machined to withstand the rigors of operational environments.

Watch Cap Models (MSRP $129.95 unless otherwise noted):

  • 34mm Geissele® Super Precision & Reptilia® AUS Mounts / RMR Footprint – RH
  • 34mm Nightforce® Mounts & Rings / Aimpoint® Acro® Footprint – Ambi
  • 35mm Badger Ordnance® C1 Mounts / RMR Footprint – RH
  • 34 & 35mm Badger C1 / Acro – Ambi
  • 35mm Leupold® IMS Mounts / DeltaPoint Pro Footprint  – Ambi
  • 30mm Nightforce Mounts & Rings / DPP – Ambi
  • 34mm Nightforce Mounts & Rings / RMR – LH & RH
  • 34mm Seekins® / Vortex® CM-534Mounts / DPP – Ambi

NEW for Summer 2025:

Watch Cap™ for Spuhr® Rings & Mounts – Acro Footprint (MSRP $74.95)

This newest variant features a proprietary wedge shape for optimized red dot positioning on Spuhr mounts, allowing simultaneous use of a front-mounted laser range finder and a rear red dot. Weighing just 0.6 oz and made in the USA from 7075T651 aluminum, this model was used on every stage by the winner of the 2025 Heart Mountain Challenge.

For more information, visit www.rotapoint.com.

This Isn’t an Upgrade. It’s an Uprising.

Wednesday, August 20th, 2025

1-10x LPVOs promised to be the ultimate solution—but most came up short.

Washed-out glass at max magnification, distorted fishbowl views at 1x, and reticles overloaded with noise left shooters compromising where it counts. The Trace ED 1-10×24 FFPchanges that. With ED glass clarity, true first focal plane performance, and rock-solid durability, it’s built to deliver—without the trade-offs.

Why 1-10x Is the New “Do-It-All” Sweet Spot

Across the shooting world, 1-10x LPVOs have become the ultimate utility players. These optics are replacing standardhunting scopes, red dots, and even mid-tier tactical glass. Why? Because they deliver both ends of the spectrum—CQB speed and precision at distance.

ZeroTech’s Trace ED doesn’t just enter this category. It resets the bar.

While others pack in features to justify a bloated price tag, ZeroTech put performance first. The result? A scope with best-in-class field of view, razor-sharp ED glass, and a true FFP reticle that works from 1x to 10x—not just on spec sheets, but in real-world use.

The RMG-L Reticle: Built for the Field, Not the Bench

Reticle clutter is a growing problem in modern LPVOs. Many try to cram in long-range features that add confusion, not capability. ZeroTech’s RMG-L reticle avoids the trap.

At 1x, it acts like a clean, intuitive red dot—fast and uncluttered. Dial it up, and a refined Christmas tree structure emerges, delivering precision holdovers without overwhelming your sight picture. Fast at 1x, surgical at 10x, and never in the way.

No Detail Overlooked

The Trace ED 1-10×24 FFP brings premium features other scopes reserve for double the price:

• Pop-Lock Elevation Turrets with Zero Stop – Dial with confidence. Return to zero without thought.

• Toolless, Built-In Aluminum Flip Caps – Integrated, tensioned, and durable. No more cracked plastic covers.

• Digital Illumination Control – Daylight-bright. Simple. Reliable.

• 34mm Aircraft-Grade Tube – With 34 MRAD of elevation travel and battle-ready durability.

Performance Where It Counts

• Field of View @100y: 117.3 ft at 1x – Class-leading awareness.

• Weight: 25.64 oz – Balanced and rugged without tipping the scale.

• Eye Relief: 3.7″ – Consistent and forgiving throughout the range.

• ED Glass with Weathershield Coating – Crisp visibility, rain or shine.

Put it side by side with scopes twice the price. The Trace EDdoesn’t just compete—it dominates. You’ll question why you ever paid more.

What Comes Next?

This is just the beginning.

The Trace ED 1-10×24 FFP (#TRED11024F-IR) is the first in a new premium family from ZeroTech—designed for shooters who demand more without spending more. With additional models on the way, this lineup will continue to deliver unmatched value and elite performance for real-world applications.

No fluff. No bloat. Just precision, versatility, and value—engineered by shooters, for shooters.

Welcome to the new standard.

www.zerotechoptics.com

Reptilia Launches 35mm ROF-Diving Board Mount for Laser Range Finders

Thursday, July 31st, 2025

Hillsborough, North Carolina, July 31 2025 – Reptilia®, an industry leader in precision mounting solutions, is proud to announce the release of the 35mm ROF™-Diving Board, an accessory mounting platform designed specifically for use with Reptilia AUS™ and Geissele® Super Precision™ 35mm mounts.

Originally developed to meet the demands of professional end users, the ROF-Diving Board adds a MIL-STD-1913 rail forward of the primary optic, providing an ideal mounting position for laser range finders, red dot sights, or other accessories without adding unnecessary bulk or compromising ergonomics.

In addition to accessory placement, the Diving Board also increases the structural support of the optic tube by reusing the original ring cap from the host mount. This dual-purpose design delivers improved rigidity and performance in a streamlined, lightweight package.

The 35mm ROF-Diving Board is optimized for full-size precision optics and is immediately available.

Key Features:

? Compatible with Reptilia AUS™ and Geissele® 35mm Super Precision™ mounts

? MIL-STD-1913 accessory rail for LRF

? Reuses host ring cap to increase mounting surface and rigidity

? Machined from billet 7075-T6 aluminum

? MIL-STD Type III hardcoat anodized

? 100% Made in the USA

For more information or to purchase, visit: reptiliacorp.com.

RTK, LLC Introduces the RTK NVG Cover

Monday, July 21st, 2025

Southern Pines, NC (June 18, 2025)- Research Technology Keystone, LLC., introduces the RTK NVG Cover. 

The RTK NVG Cover (Pat. Pend.) is a precision manufactured protective system for NVG devices, and is produced exclusively for RTK by Scopebumper, LLC.  The RTK NVG Cover protects your valuable Night Vision devices by providing a secure and easy on/off cover that still allows you to independently focus the objective lens. 

The RTK NVG Cover (Objective) is a daylight protective cover that features a pinhole to allow temporary use of the NV device in daytime without damaging the tube.  The RTK NVG Cover (Ocular) utilizes the same design as the Objective cover, making it extremely easy to protect both ends of the device with minimum weight/bulk.  

Each NVG Cover assembly weighs a scant ~0.44 OZ

Using the RTK NVG Cover will:

Protect tubes from excessive daylight exposure or unintentional exposures to direct light.

Protect lenses from scratching and/or breakage.

Provides impact protection for the housing and lenses. 

Currently the RTK NVG Cover is available for:

L3Harris GPNVG (Objective only)*

L3Harris PVS-31/31A

L3Harris BNVD 1531

L3Harris PVS-14

ACTinBlack DTNVS

Additional covers are in development for:

Nocturn Tanto

Nocturn Katana

AB RNVG

Kestrel (UK) 

The RTK NVG Cover is proudly Made in USA, and currently available for retail ordering at SKD Tactical.  Please direct all MIL/GOV/LE and dealer inquiries to cs@rtkllc.com

*The RTK NVG Covers for the GPNVG can be used with both the L3Harris factory hard case and the Tenicor NVG Cover.