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The Legend Lives On – Vertx Reshapes The Future Of Everyday Carry With Expansion And Evolution Of The Iconic Gamut Pack

Friday, November 14th, 2025

The leader in EDC innovation builds on the legendary bag that sparked a movement, transforming it into a complete lineup that once again sets the industry standard.

CINCINNATI, Ohio (November 14, 2025) – Vertx, the leading manufacturer of cutting-edge tactical and everyday carry (EDC) bags and gear, announced the evolution of its legendary Gamut EDC backpack – transforming the groundbreaking original into a complete Gamut Series, inclusive of 5 packs. What began as one of the most innovative bags in the EDC category has now expanded into a collection, each designed to redefine how professionals and everyday users carry with confidence. The new Gamut Series evolves what made the Vertx original revolutionary by incorporating today’s latest tactical technologies and fabric innovations, reinforcing its place as the toughest and most trusted EDC bag series on the market.

“The original Gamut didn’t just create a category, it created a movement,” said Aaron Silvestain, Director of Marketing at Vertx. “From day one, Vertx has set the standard for the highest quality, purpose-built EDC gear. The expansion and evolution into the Gamut Series builds on that legacy with the kind of innovation and legendary durability, functionality and design that only Vertx can deliver.”

The Gamut Series features five purpose-built designs which include 3 pack sizes and 2 sling sizes, giving users the freedom to choose the perfect fit for any mission, environment or lifestyle. Each bag combines Vertx’s signature discreet aesthetic with enhanced tactical functionality, featuring redesigned interiors for seamless modular and built-in integration, faster access to concealed compartments, and rugged construction built to perform under pressure.

The new line includes:

18L Sling – Compact, agile, and ready for rapid access on the move.

22L Sling – A versatile mid-size option optimized for mobility and organization.

22L Pack – Streamlined and discreet perfect for daily EDC and commuting.

26L Pack – The everyday workhorse, blending capacity, comfort, and concealment.

32L Pack – Maximum space and tactical versatility for larger gear.

“The evolution of the Gamut Series has been driven by our core mission of leading in innovation and functional design in the EDC space,” added Erin Chrostowski, Product Line Manager at Vertx. “The new Gamut Series celebrates everything our users loved about the original and expands into a complete lineup with more functional organization, enhanced CCW functionality, and the legendary strength and durability that Vertx hangs our hat on. We’re proud to bring forward the best version yet of a time-tested favorite that continues to raise the standard for everyday carry.”

Own the legend – shop now at www.vertx.com or find your nearest Vertx dealer to experience the latest firsthand.

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Direct Action Introduces MultiCam Tropic – Adapt. Blend. Overcome.

Friday, November 14th, 2025

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

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US Air Force Awards Skydio Initial Contracts to Bring Advanced Autonomy to Mission-Critical USAF Specialties

Friday, November 14th, 2025

Skydio X10D systems to enhance situational awareness and mission capability for Tactical Air Control Party and Explosive Ordnance Disposal units

Skydio, the leading U.S.-based drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight technology, in partnership with ADS, a leading provider of products, technology, and logistics solutions for the U.S. Military, today announced two initial multi-million dollar contract awards with the U.S. Air Force (USAF) to expand the deployment of Skydio systems across multiple operational units. These efforts extend Skydio’s presence across Air Combat Command (ACC) Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) units, supporting the Air Force’s broader initiative to integrate uncrewed systems into every Airman’s toolkit.

The Skydio systems will support TACP Airmen in characterizing enemy order of battle, enhancing situational awareness, acting as communications relays, and enabling near-peer engagements through integration with strategic platforms and weaponeering solutions.

In a parallel effort, Skydio has also been selected as the aerial robot of choice for USAF EOD units deploying Skydio systems for both garrison operations and contingency deployments with additional systems planned over the next 18 months.

These contracts align with the Air Force’s broader effort to reimagine the Airman identity—integrating uncrewed systems to extend capability, situational awareness, and mission efficiency at every level. USAF Security Forces use Skydio systems on a daily basis for Base Defense and Installation Security, demonstrating the critical role of autonomous drone technology in protecting U.S. Air Force assets. Beyond security applications, units are also operating Skydio technology, such as aircraft inspection modernization at Travis Air Force Base, where the 60th Maintenance Group pioneered the Air Force’s first drone-based inspection program and reduced C-17 inspection times by more than 90 percent—demonstrating the versatility of Skydio systems across diverse mission requirements.

Skydio X10D delivers operational performance with:

A sensor package that is unrivaled in any sUAS this size, including a 48MP telephoto camera
A best-in-class Teledyne FLIR Boson+ thermal sensor that can pinpoint temperature differences at each pixel
Operational resiliency in environments of contested RF and GPS denial with onboard AI and autonomy
Built-in AI for visual navigation – up to 300m altitude – comes standard
Advanced obstacle avoidance in every direction
A proprietary navigation model for use in zero-GPS environments that utilizes a reference point chosen by the operator, ensuring the X10D can find its way back to the original take off point.
Modular, open platform that supports custom third-party attachments and controllers
Powerful, full-stack security, starting with the chipset and its firmware
IP55 rating for nearly all-weather operation

X10D, part of the Blue UAS Cleared List, also meets the stringent cybersecurity and capability requirements the Department of War demands.

These Air Force awards add to Skydio’s growing partnerships across all branches of the U.S. military, including the U.S. Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Tranche 2 program. The breadth of adoption—from special operations to conventional forces—reflects the operational trust earned by systems designed, assembled, and supported in the United States. Skydio also proudly supports 28 allied nations and 3,500+ public safety agencies, utilities, and enterprise customers worldwide. Skydio’s manufacturing facility in Hayward, CA, is one of the world’s largest drone manufacturing facilities outside of China.

For more information about Skydio for national security, please visit skydio.com/natsec.

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German Precision Optics Unveils New PASSION APO 16-48×65 Spotting Scope

Thursday, November 13th, 2025

Compact Power with Exceptional Clarity

Richmond, VA. (November 7th, 2025) – German Precision Optics (GPO) proudly announces the release of the PASSION APO 16-48x65mm spotting scope. This high-performance compact spotting scope was designed and built for outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, birders, and those who demand premium performance without the unnecessary bulk.

“Delivering professional-grade clarity in an ultra-portable design, the PASSION APO 65mm is ideal for those who want to pack light without sacrificing quality,” said Mike Jensen, Owner/CEO of GPO USA. “Like all GPO optics, it’s backed by our industry-leading warranty, giving users total confidence in their purchase.”

The PASSION APO 16-48×65 is the perfect blend of portability and performance. Designed as a more compact alternative to the esteemed APO 20-60x85mm spotting scope, this new model maintains best-in-class optical technology, robust construction and precision engineering, all in a more packable-friendly size.

Built with a lightweight internal magnesium core and protective rubber armoring, the PASSION APO is engineered to withstand the most extreme environments. With Its apochromatic (APO)lenses, it virtually eliminates chromatic aberration. Utilizing GPObright™ high-transmission coatings the PASSION APO 65mm ensures superb light transmission, making every visual detail crisp and bright. The precision-machined helical brass gear focus system offers smooth and accurate focusing in the field, even with gloves on and a built-in sliding sunshade reduces glare under the brightest lighting conditions. The locking rotational tripod base allows users to position the scope exactly how they need it for maximum comfort and visibility.

Key Features:

• APO lens system for superior resolution and color accuracy

• GPObright™ multi-coatings for enhanced light transmission

• Helical brass gear focus system for precise adjustments

• Internal magnesium body with durable rubber armor

• Built-in sunshade to block glare

• Rotational, locking tripod base for versatile setup

Specifications:

• Magnification: 16x–48x

• Field of View @ 1000 yards: 138 ft. (16x) to 74 ft. (48x)

• Objective Lens Diameter: 65mm

• Length: 13.7 in.

• Weight: 46 oz.

• Eye Relief: 20.5mm (16x) to 18.5mm (48x)

The GPO PASSION APO spotting scope has a MSRP of $839.99 and is available at GPO-USA.com or authorized retailers nationwide.

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Allen-Vanguard Delivers More TURMOIL (RF Decoy) to a NATO Country

Thursday, November 13th, 2025

Allen-Vanguard, the global leader in providing customised solutions and enabling technology across the Cyber and Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA) domain, has delivered more TURMOIL (their RF Decoy capability) to a NATO country. Due to the nature of the technology and its counter-EW role, Allen-Vanguard is unable to disclose more specific details about the customer or the product’s deployment. However, suffice to say, its success has generated a follow-on order.

Allen-Vanguard’s TURMOIL RF Decoy is an Electromagnetic Countermeasure that delivers tactical advantage against adversaries by leveraging Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) capabilities and essentially mimicking friendly forces’ RF signatures in multiple locations, thereby causing disruption (turmoil) in the enemy’s EW and targeting processes. TURMOIL has complex and infinitely variable RF emulation technologies, which can be programmed and reprogrammed quickly and easily by users to adapt to the emerging tactical situation. TURMOIL aides freedom of manoeuvre in the electromagnetic space and creates time and space for formations to deliver surprise offensive operations.

Allen-Vanguard continues to expand outside its more traditional core domain of RF defeat capabilities aimed at Unmanned Air Systems (UAS) and Radio Controlled Improvised Explosive Device (RCIED) threats employed by terrorists and extremists. The expertise in RF signature detection and analysis, established over 20 years of capability delivery, has been adapted by Allen-Vanguard’s engineers and applied more widely across the CEMA domain to meet specific market demands and customer requirements such as this. The continued shift by Allen-Vanguard into wider EW activities is attracting attention within industry circles, and the team are excited by the opportunities identified across the modern Electro Magnetic Spectrum Operational (EMSO) landscape.

Steve Drover, Business Development for Allen-Vanguard, said: “We were approached by an existing customer to design an RF Decoy capability and our engineers, using their vast EW expertise, quickly developed TURMOIL. We were extremely pleased with the outcome, and the fact our customer has ordered more systems is a testament to its value in this increasingly contested and congested battlespace.”

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Reptilia Releases 35MM ROF-90 for Trijicon RMR & SRO – Now Available in FDE

Thursday, November 13th, 2025

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

Instant transition to a non-magnified optic for close-quarters engagements
Minimal offset from the host scope centerline for improved co-witness and a cleaner sight picture
Precision-machined from billet 7075-T6 aluminum
MIL-STD Type III hardcoat anodized finish for superior durability
Lightweight at just 33 grams
Proudly made in the USA

Compatibility

Trijicon® — RMR & SRO
Holosun® — HS407, HE407, HS507, HE507, HE508 Series

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

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Gentex Corporation Secures Third Year Option on its Advanced Combat Helmet Generation II Contract Worth $38.4 Million

Thursday, November 13th, 2025

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.

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Delta Three Oscar Will Showcase Advanced Military & Law Enforcement Protection at Milipol Paris 2025

Thursday, November 13th, 2025

Huntington Beach, CA – 12th November 2025 – Delta Three Oscar, the ballistic arm of world-leading protection material specialists, D3O will be exhibiting its latest protective innovations at Milipol, in Paris this month. The company will be located at Stand 5F76 in the USA Partnership Pavilion at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre from 18–21 November.

At this year’s show, Delta Three Oscar will show for the first time, its latest ballistic foam technology used by Craig Ballistics featuring high-performance AeroMax™ and Ballistic Sheet Foams available in 35, 50, 70, and 100 ballistic grades. These plates deliver exceptional impact and ballistic performance while maintaining a lightweight profile to support mobility on demanding missions.

The company will also present its most recent ballistic helmet protection system, the Halo Helmet Liner Systems are available in 3, 7 and 9-Pad configurations for lightweight protection, reduction in trauma, and improved comfort over extended periods of use.

In addition, Delta Three Oscar will present its innovative P12 limb protectors for knees and elbows. Developed to deliver exceptional comfort and protection, these feature external caps for enhanced impact resistance, this technology is now integrated into uniforms worn by the United States, United Kingdom and French Special Forces as well as various European and NATO Armed Forces.

The company will also highlight continued innovation in protective footwear, introducing its latest shock-absorbing materials engineered for underfoot performance. The new Decell and Zero (made with 99% recycled content) materials have been specifically developed for use in insoles and midsoles, offering long-lasting durability with no compression on set. Proven to significantly improve comfort and reduce fatigue, these materials will be showcased in the new Garmont Tactical combat boots.

“Delta Three Oscar is dedicated to deliver the most protective and comfortable impact and shock absorbing PPE solutions, that make a real difference in the lives of those who serve,” said Stuart Sawyer, CEO at D3O. “We are committed to innovation and work hard to support the highest level of defense and law enforcement agencies worldwide by developing the most advanced protective gear available.”

With a unique capability to combine cutting-edge comfort materials and advanced ballistic foams, Delta Three Oscar continues to enhance and innovate tactical protection and support operators facing the harshest physical and ballistic threats.

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