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B5 Systems Modular Platform Stock Available Now

Wednesday, May 21st, 2025

Xenia, OH – [May 21, 2025]

B5 Systems, a leading provider of professional-grade firearm accessories, proudly announces the launch of its new Modular Platform Stock.

Designed with modularity, durability, and performance in mind, the Modular Platform Stock brings comfort and customization to firearms utilizing 1913 Picatinny mounted stocks.

B5 Systems Modular Platform Stock Features:

• Adjustable Spring Assist Cheekpiece, adding ½” Height
• Integral Left Side Folding Steel Hinge
• 5 position Collapsible Length of Pull Adjustment
• Cushioned Non-Slip Buttpad
• Fixed Sling Mounts
• Steel Anti-Rotational QD Mounts
• Color Matched Steel Hardware

Available in B5 Systems’ standard five colorways: Black, Flat Dark Earth (FDE), Coyote Brown, OD Green, and Wolf Grey. Proudly Made In the USA.

For more information about these and other products visit us at www.B5Systems.com

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GA Integrates Software for USMC Common Intelligence Picture WTI Course

Tuesday, May 20th, 2025

SAN DIEGO – 19 May 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has successfully integrated the advanced Optix software—developed by General Atomics Integrated Intelligence, Inc. (GA-i3)—into the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) Common Intelligence Picture (CIP) for a multi-service Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course.

This milestone marks a significant enhancement in the USMC’s Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities, delivering a unified operational view critical to the training of future aviation leaders. For the USMC, this integration directly supports the deployment and effectiveness of the GA-ASI-supplied MQ-9A Medium-Altitude, Long-Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Aircraft System within the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF).

Achieved through close collaboration with Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) and Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron One (VMX-1), the integration brought together engineers from GA-ASI and GA-i3 alongside USMC unmanned aviation operations experts. Their combined efforts enabled the seamless deployment of the Optix software during the rigorous WTI 2-25 training cycle.

USMC MQ-9A operations during the exercise took place at Yuma, Arizona, and the Strategic Expeditionary Landing Field (SELF) at Twenty-Nine Palms, California—the Marine Corps’ only expeditionary runway in the U.S. The live-fire training environment provided an invaluable opportunity to evaluate the MQ-9A’s role in complex combat scenarios.

By introducing Optix into this high-demand setting, Marines gained access to real-time data fusion, a shared operational picture, and enhanced collaborative decision-making—tools critical for modern battlefield success.

“The integration of Optix software represents a key step toward the effective deployment of the MQ-9A MUX MALE platform within the MAGTF and joint operations,” said Doug Brouwer, Senior Director for USMC Programs at GA-ASI. “It enables near real-time situational awareness and improves the decision-making process across the battlespace.”

Andrew Majchrowicz, Project Manager for Department of Defense Programs at GA-i3, added: “Equipping Marines with advanced ISR tools like Optix enhances the common intelligence picture and operational readiness in live-fire environments. This is a critical milestone in our shared goal of enabling joint-force effectiveness and full operational integration of the MQ-9A.”

The successful deployment of Optix within the WTI course underscores General Atomics’ continued commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower the U.S. military with unmatched intelligence and operational capabilities for future multi-domain operations.

U.S. Army Designates Type Classification Milestone for the NGSW Lethality Program

Tuesday, May 20th, 2025

NGSW Type Classified

NEWINGTON, N.H., (May 20, 2025) – SIG SAUER, industry leading manufacturer of elite military weapon systems, is proud to congratulate the U.S. Army on the milestone of officially designating Type Classification – Standard (TC-STD) to the SIG SAUER Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) M7 rifle and M250 (belt fed) automatic rifle — cornerstone systems of the U.S. Army’s modernization program and overmatch efforts. The M7 is the M4 carbine replacement, and the M250 replaces the M249 Squad Automatic Weapon; the systems bring superior range and lethality over legacy systems, providing a greater threat to enemy forces through superior overmatch.

The Type Classification affirms the M7 and M250 meet stringent performance, safety, and reliability standards for widespread military use. This designation ensures seamless integration into the U.S. Army’s inventory, streamlining procurement, training, and maintenance across units and asserting the materiel fully satisfies U.S. Army operational needs.  This milestone marks the transition of these advanced firearms from developmental to standardized status, signifying readiness for widespread fielding. 

“This approval underscores the U.S. Army’s commitment to equipping our soldiers with next generation lethality to maintain tactical superiority and enhance mission success” states Steve Rose, Executive Vice President, Defense Strategies Group.  “The M7 and M250 represent a transformative leap in combat capability.”

The NGSW Program, initiated in 2017, aims to revolutionize small arms capabilities for the U.S. Army. Following a 27-month prototype phase, extensive testing culminated in the selection of SIG SAUER’s XM7 and XM250 in April 2022.

FN Issues Optics Mounting Service Bulletin for FN Reflex MRD Pistols

Tuesday, May 20th, 2025

(McLean, VA — May 20, 2025) FN America, LLC recently discovered a condition on the FN ReflexÒ MRD pistol that, in very limited circumstances when using the incorrect set of screws to mount specific optics, the pistol could experience binding, cycling issues, or interference with the firing pin safety block. The condition was first identified on a Reflex MRD with a Viridian RFX11 optic installed using the incorrect FN-provided screws labeled “604” which were too long. In this case, the screws labeled “603” should have been used.

When mounting any optic to the Reflex MRD, it is imperative to use the correct FN-supplied screw and only the correct FN-supplied screw. Do not use the screws provided by the optics manufacturer because those screws were not designed to interface specifically with the Reflex MRD and could cause damage to the slide.

The chart in the Reflex Owner’s Manual explains which size screw to use. It has been updated to include the Viridian RFX11 Optic. When installing the Viridian RFX11 optic, make sure to use only the FN-provided “603” screws to ensure proper function of the pistol (Top of Figure 1). Before installing all other optics, refer to the chart in the owner’s manual for the correct-sized screws. If your optic is not listed, please contact the FN Customer Service at 1-800-635-1321, or by email at customerservice@fnamerica.com.

Figure 1

Screw 603 on top. 604 on bottom.

To ensure that the correct FN-supplied screws are being used: while holding the optic separately from the pistol, place the screws through the screw holes in the optic and measure or count the threads protruding from the bottom; there should be no more than .045 inches, or 3 threads visible (Figure 2). The screws should also be installed to the correct torque (6 – 8 in/lbs), regardless of what may be recommended by the manufacturer of the optic. Take care not to overtighten beyond the correct torque settings as this may deform or compress the optic housing.

Figure 2

No more than 3 threads or .045 inches below the surface of the miniature red dot (MRD).

To view and read the FN Reflex Owner’s Manual or Optics Mounting Guide, please visit fnamerica.com/customer-support/owners-manuals.

For questions about this service bulletin or assistance in returning an FN Reflex pistol for a repair or evaluation, contact FN Customer Service at 1-800-635-1321, or by email at customerservice@fnamerica.com. Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday.

Regulus is Proud to Announce the Opening of a New Permanent Headquarters in the Philippines

Tuesday, May 20th, 2025

Regulus is Proud to Announce the Opening of a New Permanent Headquarters in the Philippines. Chief Operating Officer Richard Allred had the honor of cutting the ribbon to open the new office. Allred explained the significance of Regulus’s permanent physical presence. “Our mission has always been to get the products and services that matter the most to the people who need them the most: this office represents our commitment to renewing and expanding that charge in the Philippines.”  This new office will facilitate stronger US/Philippine defense integration and public/private cooperation that will directly benefit the Filipino people.  Allred added, “We are proud to take the next step in serving and cementing the relationship between America and one of the most robust and reliable democratic allies in a dynamic region.”

Regulus’s new headquarters will strengthen a crucial ally in a number of ways. It advances the Philippines’ mission to maintain peace and deter aggression and opens new opportunities for cooperation in defense industrial strategy.  It creates new opportunities for public/private cooperation in nation-strengthening sectors like healthcare and telecommunications.  Finally, this office will provide new jobs and opportunities for economic growth to an increasingly vibrant economy. Cumulatively, this new physical presence will deepen an already robust relationship between Regulus and the Philippines and enhance a valuable economic and defense industrial partnership that demonstrates the crucial role US logistics partners play in supporting America’s Asia Pacific Strategy.

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High Speed Gear Celebrates 25 Years of American-Made Innovation

Tuesday, May 20th, 2025

SWANSBORO, NC, May 20, 2025 – High Speed Gear® (HSG), a trusted leader in tactical gear solutions, is proud to celebrate 25 years of delivering innovative, American-made tactical solutions to the world’s most demanding professionals. Since the company’s founding in 1999, HSG has remained steadfast in their mission: to provide gear that performs when it matters most – because those who serve and protect deserve nothing less. For 25 years, HSG has stood as a pillar of quality, performance, and innovation.

From the iconic TACO® pouches to a full line of battle-proven gear, every product in the High Speed Gear Products Group is built with precision, pride, and purpose – right here in the USA. With manufacturing operations based in North Carolina and Georgia, our commitment to quality craftsmanship, rapid innovation, and American jobs remains stronger than ever.

“For a quarter of a century, our gear has earned the trust of U.S. Marines, Soldiers, SWAT teams, patrol officers, and competitive shooters alike,” said Allison Mitchum, VP of Sales and Marketing. “That trust is rooted in the fact that our products are built to last for professionals who rely on performance, not promises.”

At a time when many companies are building gear overseas and struggling with supply chain volatility and tariffs, High Speed Gear continues to double down on domestic manufacturing. Our customers benefit from consistent product availability, unmatched quality, locked-in pricing, and a company that reinvests in American workers and communities. Customerscan rely on HSG’s standard pricing structure, which doesn’t change due to tariffs or overseas sourcing issues. In addition, HSG is willing to support cut-and-sew OEM partnerships, offering reliable, American-made solutions for companies seeking dependable manufacturing support during these uncertain times.

The High Speed Gear Products Group includes four respected brands – High Speed Gear®, Comp-Tac®, BlackPoint Tactical®, and Crucial Concealment® – each united under the shared commitment to serve those who serve others. Whether it’s military, law enforcement, or everyday citizens exercising their rights, our gear is engineered with real-world input and battle-tested under real-world conditions.

As we celebrate this milestone anniversary, we are humbled by the loyalty of our customers and partners and energized for what comes next. The mission continues – and we’re ready for the next 25 years.

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Mack Defense Wins Prototype Phase of Medium Tactical Truck (MTT) Development for U.S. Marine Corps

Tuesday, May 20th, 2025

ALLENTOWN, PA (May 19, 2025) – Following the initial development contract awarded last year, Mack Defense today announced they won the contract to produce two prototype vehicles for the next phase in the Medium Tactical Truck (MTT) program with the U.S. Marine Corps. The new family of vehicles will replace the Marine Corps’ Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement fleet (MTVR), which includes cargo, dump, wrecker, tractor and re-supply trucks supporting air-ground task force combat support missions.

The Marine Corps’ initial development requirements for the MTT fleet focused on cargo variants consisting of 10-, 15- and 20-foot cargo bed configurations with hybrid-electric technology for reduced fuel consumption, extended range and reduced noise for silent watch capabilities. A 70% off-road and 30% on-road mission profile will be supported by a 60-inch fording capability to traverse through deep water typically encountered during Marine Corps missions.

The prototype phase includes the development of two variants: a 4×4 configuration featuring a 10-foot cargo bed and a 6×6 configuration with a 20-foot cargo bed. The trucks share DNA with the Mack® Granite® but are specially designed to meet the specific requirements of the U.S. Marine Corps. The MTT prototypes incorporate significant technological advancements in driver safety and operational capability. These include advanced driver assistance features such as collision avoidance, blind-spot detection and vehicle dynamic control systems incorporating enhanced traction control and anti-lock brakes. The vehicles also feature hybrid-electric technology delivering improved fuel efficiency while enabling critical tactical advantages such as silent watch capabilities using extensive onboard power storage and generation and exportable power for other military systems.

“These prototypes represent the next generation of purpose-built, specialty vehicles for the Marine Corps,” said David Hartzell, president of Mack Defense. “By leveraging our commercial vehicle technology expertise and adapting it for military applications, we’re delivering a highly capable platform that can perform in the most challenging terrains, while incorporating advanced safety features and hybrid propulsion systems that meet the Marine Corps’ rigorous mission requirements.”

The MTT program emphasizes enhanced off-road mobility with vehicles designed for cross-country operation while maintaining optimal weight for improved fuel efficiency and payload capacity. The purpose-built design incorporates an open systems architecture that enables future autonomous capabilities and technology integration.

Construction of the prototypes will begin in the second half of 2025, with completion targeted for early fall. Following assembly, the vehicles will undergo comprehensive contractor performance testing at the Nevada Automotive Test Center (NATC) in the first half of 2026 before delivery to the Marine Corps.

Following the initial development contract awarded last year, Mack Defense today announced the production of two prototype vehicles for the next phase in the Medium Tactical Truck (MTT) program with the U.S. Marine Corps.

Mack Defense, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mack Trucks, is responsible for the sale of heavy-duty trucks to federal- and ministerial-level customers globally. For more information, please visit www.mackdefense.com.

A New Option for Treating High Blood Pressure is Available to United States Veterans

Monday, May 19th, 2025

Ultrasound Renal Denervation, a Proven Treatment for High Blood Pressure, is Available to Veterans Thanks to a Partnership Between Recor Medical and Recon Supply

ST. CHARLES, Mo., May 16, 2025 — Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is known as the “silent killer” because many people do not know they have it and, over time, it can lead to serious health issues. In fact, hypertension increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, two of the leading causes of death in the United States. The 2020 Veterans Health Administration (VHA) guidelines on hypertension define uncontrolled hypertension as a reading above or equal to 130/90 mmHg.1 66% of veterans diagnosed with hypertension are considered uncontrolled by the VHA’s guidelines.2

Hypertension treatment typically begins with a change in diet, like reducing salt intake, and physical exercise. For some, medication may also be prescribed. However, about one-third of the patients who are treated for hypertension remain uncontrolled despite making healthy lifestyle changes and taking more than three medications. For these patients, medical device-based hypertension therapies, like the Paradise™Ultrasound Renal Denervation (uRDN) system, may be an additional treatment option.

Army veteran Richard Van Name is one such patient who was looking for another way to treat his uncontrolled hypertension. An Army pilot for more than 30 years, Richard noticed his blood pressure was increasing during the later part of his service, and he was diagnosed with hypertension after retirement. Despite adjusting his lifestyle and taking progressively more medications, his blood pressure had not reached a normal level. That’s when his physician recommended that he consider the Paradise uRDN treatment, a one-time, safe and minimally invasive procedure that is clinically proven to reduce blood pressure.3-6

“My blood pressure was starting to creep up in the last part of my career, but they were still within the limits for the military. When I was first diagnosed with hypertension, my blood pressure was 178 over 100. Diet and exercise did not bring it down any, and the medication brought it down to around the 150 to 160 region,” said Richard. “My cardiologist was not satisfied that the maximum he had prescribed had not brought it down to where he thought was best. The doctor prescribed ultrasound renal denervation, and the procedure had definite results. My wife and I feel a lot better because it relieves us of the chances of heart attack or stroke.”

The Paradise uRDN system is a first-of-its-kind ultrasound-based RDN technology designed to lower blood pressure by denervating the sympathetic nerves surrounding the renal arteries, reducing the overactivity that can lead to hypertension. The Paradise uRDN system delivers two to three doses of 360-degree ultrasound energy—lasting seven seconds each—through the main renal arteries to the surrounding nerves. The Paradise catheter features the exclusive HydroCooling™ system, which circulates sterile water through the balloon catheter during the procedure to help protect the renal artery wall. This minimally invasive procedure is supported by many medical societies including the American Heart Association, the American College of Cardiology, the European Society of Cardiology and others.

Recor Medical—the manufacturer of the Paradise System—has partnered with Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Recon Supply to support the distribution of the Paradise System through the VHA and Department of Defense.

Recor has been focused on developing and testing uRDN for the treatment of hypertension since 2009, and completed three independently powered, sham-controlled, randomized clinical trials, all which demonstrate the efficacy and safety of the Paradise System, leading to FDA approval in late 2023. Recor has also initiated the US Global Paradise System (GPS) Post-Approval Study to collect real-world clinical evidence with long-term follow-up in 1,000 patients with uncontrolled hypertension in the United States.

The Paradise uRDN system is indicated to reduce blood pressure as an adjunctive treatment in hypertension patients in whom lifestyle modifications and antihypertensive medications do not adequately control blood pressure. A physician will make a medical assessment to determine if a patient is a candidate for ultrasound renal denervation. The most common risks include pain, vascular access site complications and vasospasm. Full important risk information can be viewed here.

  1. Defense DoVAaDo. VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Hypertension in the Primary Care Setting. 2020.
  1. Yamada et al. J Hypertens. 2023 Apr 17;41(6):995–1002.
  2. Azizi et al. JAMA. 2023;329(8):651-661.
  3. Azizi et al. Lancet. 2018 Jun 9;391(10137):2335-2345.
  4. Azizi et al. Lancet. 2021 Jun 26;397(10293):2476-2486.
  5. Kirtane et al. JAMA Cardiol. 2023;8(5):464-473.

For more information on Recon Supply’s offerings, visit www.Recon-Supply.com or contact Recon Supply at 314-317-0300.