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Introducing the TXC X OTTE GEAR X BAWIDAMANN Aloha FAL Holster Collection!

Friday, June 17th, 2022

For 2022, Bawidamann makes a pattern that reflects on the African Bush Wars and the continent’s battle with communism. The print has a custom pattern embedded with:

– Beautiful Fire Lillies

– Rhodesian-striped RPDs

– Browning Hi Powers

– Zulu Spears

– White Phosphorus Grenades

– Rhodesian-striped FAL (the holy grail of Bush War rifles)

All TXC “Build Your Own” Holsters are available in the same 3 colors (Ivory, African Green, Oynx) as the Otte Gear Aloha FAL shirt and tote. This specialty print can be ordered on any of our current holsters and can be found via the link below. Every Aloha FAL holster order will also include a matching sticker with it.

txcholsters.com/collections/limited-edition

Silencer Central Announces New Partnership with Chris Dorsey

Thursday, June 16th, 2022

Sioux Falls, South Dakota – June 14, 2022 – Silencer Central, America’s largest silencer dealer, is excited to announce its new partnership with Chris Dorsey of Dorsey Pictures.  

In addition to being one of the world’s most widely traveled hunters, Dorsey is an outdoor television pioneer, conservation thought leader, biologist, award-winning author, film producer and regular contributor to some of the largest mainstream media outlets in the country, including Forbes. Dorsey has taken the 29 big game species of North America, the deadly seven species of Africa, the spiral horns of Africa, the Spanish ibex slam and the wild turkey world slam.  He’s a member of the Outdoor Legends Hall of Fame and is a recipient of the Ray Scott Trailblazer Award, as well as the Curt Gowdy Memorial Award.  Dorsey has also served in board and advisory positions for numerous conservation and sporting advocacy organizations and forever works to mainstream the vital role that hunters play in conservation.

“I recently had the opportunity to hunt with Chris in Africa,” said Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central. “Not only is he an avid outdoorsman and conservationist, but he truly understands the benefits of hunting suppressed, and what we’re trying to do at Silencer Central. His accolades, his knowledge and experience and his passion to share the outdoors with others will make this partnership a success.”

Through the ambassador program, Silencer Central strives to break the stigma surrounding silencers. An exceptional tool for sound elimination and recoil reduction, suppressors are multi-functional and great when used properly by hunters. Silencer Central delivers directly to customers in 42 states where silencers are legal. The shipping process has revolutionized the way suppressors are sold and allows for customers to streamline their purchasing experience by cutting out unnecessary hurdles to silencer ownership.

Customers can buy direct from Silencer Central. For more information, call 888-781-8778 or visit www.silencercentral.com

Princeton Tec Offers Limited Edition Lights for PTSD Awareness Month

Thursday, June 16th, 2022

In honor of PTSD Awareness Month, Princeton Tec, manufacturer of headlamps and personal lighting for the outdoor, tactical and industrial markets, is offering a limited edition of the Vizz and the Remix RGB lights with Murdock Webbing in MultiCam® Black. A percentage of the proceeds from each purchase will be divided between SOC-F, and Warriors Heart Foundation – two organizations dedicated to providing the help for our heroes.

Waterproof, durable, bright and versatile: the Vizz headlamp makes a great partner in any situation. The Vizz’s combination of durability and power make it an ideal choice for any demanding environment.

Our feature loaded Vizz includes a Maxbright LED that creates a powerful spot beam for longthrow illumination, a pair of white Ultrabright LEDs to deliver a flood beam, and two red Ultrabright LEDs handle close-range lighting while preserving night adjusted vision.

Regulated circuitry delivers consistent light output over an extended period of time. When not in use the Vizz can be locked to prevent accidental turn on, and the translucent switch acts as a low battery indicator.

The Remix RGB should be your go-to when runtime is crucial. The Remix features an astounding 43h runtime on High, by far the best in it’s class. Our Remix RGB headlamp has red, green, and blue light clusters to best suit your individual needs. Equipped with an asymmetrical single arm bracket, easily accessible battery door enclosure, and large push button switch. The end result; true versatility in a compact, water resistant, and self-contained package.

Charyn Precision and LMS Defense Collaborate for a Limited Series 2011 Pistol

Wednesday, June 15th, 2022

Charyn Precision and LMS Defense announce today a collaboration for a Limited Series 2011 Pistol Release. The limited series will consist of five custom 5” 2011 pistols and a special bonus gear package from industry partners, the total valued at over $10k. A follow-on second series of ten Commander 2011 pistols will be released later this year.

This is the first time LMS Defense has collaborated with a pistol maker to release a co-branded pistol. Josh Jackson, CEO of LMS Defense, added:

“We’re very excited to partner with David Charyn and Charyn Precision for our first Pistol collaboration. This was an easy decision for us because the LMS family knows David well, and we are familiar with his exacting standards and humble approach to everything he does. Charyn Precision is the natural result of David’s well known passion for both the industry and also the people behind it all, and we couldn’t be more excited to be a part of the Charyn Precision debut.”

Beez Combat Systems Predator Ghillie Spectralflage Blanket

Wednesday, June 15th, 2022

The Beez Combat Systems Predator Ghillie™ Spectralflage Blanket reduces the physical visual, NIR and thermal signature of the individual to help evade detection via UAS, night vision, and thermal threats.

This system utilizes complex, next generation engineering to accomplish the unthinkable; thermal mitigation of the individual war fighter against real world, near-peer technology like never before.

The blanket provides a physical 3D visual breakup with the advanced concealment properties of A-TACS camouflage. This system excels in not only the thermal spectrum but also visually.

The ability to conceal against ground and UAS IR night vision systems is the next step in signature management.

The Predator Ghillie Spectralflage Blanket is the next evolution in concealment technology. On the battlefield of tomorrow multispectral concealment is the way

Available on 6/15/22 @ 09:00 MST
only at www.beezcombatsystems.com

Milrem Robotics and FN Herstal Demonstrate Intelligent Combat UGV at Eurosatory

Wednesday, June 15th, 2022

The European leading robotics and autonomous systems developer Milrem Robotics and the leading firearms manufacturer FN Herstal demonstrate the THeMIS Combat unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) equipped with the deFNder® Medium Remote Weapon Station (RWS) and intelligent functions at Eurosatory 2022.

The THeMIS Combat UGV provides direct fire support for manoeuvre forces and acts as a force multiplier. With the deFNder® Medium remote weapon station, it offers high precision over wide areas, day and night and increases stand-off distance, force protection and survivability for dismounted soldiers.

The THeMIS UGV is equipped with Milrem’s Intelligent Functions Kit (MIFIK) that allows autonomous mobility such as follow me, return home, point-to-point navigation and obstacle detection and avoidance. Autonomous functions are strictly limited to mobility only. The weapon system is controlled only by a human operator.

“Being part of many combat UGV assessment programs around the globe we have seen that these systems considerably increase the capability of units, especially small units,” said Cpt (res) Jüri Pajuste, Defence Research and Development Director at Milrem Robotics. “Their benefit comes from higher firepower and mobility and most of all through changing tactics. UGV’s are not just technology gadgets, but useful tools to win conflicts,” Pajuste added.

“We are proud to demonstrate the capabilities of our deFNder® Medium on Milrem Robotics’ THeMIS this year again”, said Igor Klapka, VP Systems for FN Herstal. “The number of applications addressed to with our RWS is growing to successfully include unmanned ground or aerial vehicles, and radio-frequency control, whilst the armament remains operated by the human operator. The deFNder® Medium is a stabilized RWS capable of automatically tracking and classifying potential targets, in particular to overcome the latency constraint of any wireless communication of UGVs.”

The THeMIS Combat will be demonstrated twice a day at the demonstration area during Eurosatory 2022.

Teaming with Mercedes-Benz and ACS: Rheinmetall Presenting Caracal Airborne Vehicle Family

Wednesday, June 15th, 2022

The Eurosatory 2022 trade fair will see the premiere of the Caracal airborne vehicle family. In partnership with Mercedes-Benz and ACS Armoured Car Systems, Rheinmetall has tailored the new versatile and highly mobile 4×4 vehicle family to the requirements of platforms for airborne or special operations units. Now the new vehicle system, designed to the highest Original Equipment Manufacturer standards, will be presented for the first time to a wider circle of professionals.

The new family of airborne Caracal vehicles is based on the latest G-class chassis for rescue and special operations. The Caracal features maximum mobility, a lightweight design and optionally mountable protection elements for countering ballistic and landmine threats. Its 249 horsepower, six-cylinder Euro III diesel engine gives the 4,900 kg vehicle a top speed of 140 km/h.

The Caracal’s compact design makes it possible to airlift up to two vehicles in the cargo hold of a CH-53K King Stallion or CH-47F Chinook transport helicopter, which can also carry it as underslung cargo.

Thanks to its unique modular design and two available wheelbases, the Caracal can be employed in a variety of roles during airborne operations – as a basic troop carrier or medical support vehicle, for example, or as supply vehicle – all on one automotive platform.

The Caracal will be ready for full-scale production starting in 2023. Rheinmetall offers full lifecycle support for a period exceeding twenty years.

Eurosatory 2022 takes place in Paris 13 to 17 June. Under the motto “Move – Sense – Strike”, Rheinmetall is showcasing part of its comprehensive range of products and activities there. Occupying an exhibition area of around 3,000 square metres, Rheinmetall’s presence this year will be its biggest ever at Eurosatory. The emphasis is on reconnaissance capabilities, networkability, mobility, survivability and lethality on the battlefields of the future. We look forward to welcoming you at Stand F241-240 in the outdoor area behind Hall 6!

HENSOLDT Optronics and THEON SENSORS Establish New Company

Wednesday, June 15th, 2022

Paris/Taufkirchen/Athens, 14 June 2022 – HENSOLDT Optronics GmbH and THEON SENSORS SA are establishing a joint company called HENSOLDT THEON NightVision GmbH. The company is headquartered in Wetzlar, Germany. HENSOLDT with THEON SENSORS will appoint the managers.

Both companies are already successfully cooperating within the framework of a bidding consortium for a contract to manufacture and supply 9.550 pairs of night vision goggles, (5.000 for the German and 4.550 for the Belgian armed forces) on behalf of the armament agency OCCAR. Now both partners are complementing their capabilities in the field of thermal imaging and night vision systems. Specifically, new products are to be created on the technological basis of THEON’s night vision goggles and HENSOLDT Optronics’ weapon-adapted night vision attachments.

At the signing of the contract with THEON SENSORS CEO Christian Hadjiminas at EUROSATORY 2022 in Paris, Andreas Hülle, Head of the Optronics & Land Solutions Division and Managing Director of Optronics GmbH, said: “The merger with THEON SENSORS to form HENSOLDT THEON NightVision GmbH is directly related to HENSOLDT’s growth strategy. The current conflict situation in Ukraine shows how important high-performance sensor technology and optical systems are for equipping our armed forces in line with the times.”

Christian Hadjiminas, CEO of THEON SENSORS and President of EFA GROUP, added: “The global geo-political challenges are creating a new focus on the performance and accountability of night vision and thermal imaging systems world-wide. This new joint company HENSOLDT THEON NightVision GmbH will drive new insights and solutions as leading companies, HENSOLDT and THEON SENSORS, with complementary capabilities work together to meet the common goal of establishment of strong inter-European defence links.”

By combining capabilities from both parent companies, future product requirements can be developed even faster and in a more targeted manner and made available in a user-oriented manner. Existing products from both parent companies will serve as an innovative basis for further and new development.

For HENSOLDT THEON NightVision GmbH, the production site in Wetzlar is of central importance. In addition to the long-standing cooperation with the German Armed Forces and armed forces of associated nations, HENSOLDT also offers an excellent basis for logistical support. By combining technology, production and logistical services, the added value for customers is significantly increased and new jobs are created at the location. In the medium term, solid growth is planned for the new company due to the demand for state-of-the-art thermal imaging and night vision systems.