The makers of the popular Rex Specs K9 goggles are introducing a new variant with integrated cameras.
Below you can see some detail. There is a wide angle dog vision camera under the lens. Additionally, there are lights, microphone. and a rear camera embedded in the frame, above the lens.
In addition to onboard recording, video and audio feeds can be transmitted up to 300m.
Like Rex Specs, the K9 Vision System features a padded harness for comfort during long-term wear.
Back in 2012, small arms innovator Jim Sullivan filed for a patent for the MGX, a 5.56mm box-fed Machine Gun designed as an improvement over the Ultimax, which he also designed.
Below is a drawing from the patent, depicting the MGX from various points of view. It seems to have a bit of a Stoner 63 flair to it. Considering Sullivan contributed to that weapon system as well, it comes as no surprise.
The MGX, along with its associated 60 and 100 round High Capacity Magazines, was later purchased by SureFire from ArmsWest, LLC. The MGX is designed to operate from the closed bolt during semi-automatic fire and from the open bolt on full-auto.
The weapon weighs 9 lbs and is just 17″ with the barrel removed and stock folded. Recoil is managed so well, that like the Ultimax, it can be fired continuously on full-auto with just one hand. Barrels are 11.5″, 16″ and 20″ and the gun is convertible from 5.56mm to 6.8 SPC in seconds with a barrel change. You have to consider when the gun was designed to appreciate the 6.8 SPC option. The rate of fire is 550-650 RPM with an increase of 100 rpm when used with the SureFire SOCOM556-MG Suppressor.
Here you can see the folding stock and foregrip as well as its intended use with the 100 rd HCM.
During last week’s SHOT Show, the MGX showed up in SureFire’s massive booth, celebrating their 40th Anniversary. You’ll notice something interesting. Although the receiver is marked MG 10, it goes by the name MGX. Although the controls are similar to the AR-15, and a Stoner 63 pistol grip, it features a side charging handle and a quick change barrel.
Image by Ho-Tac Tactical
Considering SureFire has kept the design under wraps for years, it was not only amazing to see it there, but to see it with a 2019 placard. Naturally, we wanted to know if that meant the MGX was finally going into production.
Unfortunately, we found out that SureFire is not getting into the Machine Gun business. Instead, they wanted to showcase a relatively unknown bit of history and hopefully raise interest in licensing the technology.
Hopefully, the MGX will find its way into production.
Although the new Stealth SBR Backpack is a smaller, more streamlined version of their STEALTH Backpack, it’s also, well…more stealthy. It looks more like a piece of luggage than anything else in their line. But it opens up to provide plenty of room for a SBR and accessories. The interior features Velcro as well as PALS webbing. Additionally, it will accept an armor panel.
Offered in Black or Grey, the exterior of the Stealth SBR Backpack incorporates two zippered compartments. In addition to padded shoulder strains, the pack offers a waist strap and carry handle.
Vestshape is a body armor vest hanger and carrier, making for easy hanging of duty vests without the wear and tear and stretching of shoulder straps and improper storage. Vestshape allows for convenient hanging of duty vests outside lockers for drying as well as carrying a strapped-in vest to and from the field.
Vestshape is based in Van Nuys, California and made in the USA.
You’ll probably recognize the original Auto-Lock Mojave Buckle (left) from Mystery Ranch Packs. In fact, it was MR founder himself who drove the development of the Gen 2 Buckle (right) in order to provide a more low profile alternative. Both versions provide positive retention of the 1″ webbing they accommodate.
Male and female ends from either generation of the buckle are compatible with one another as well as with other National Molding 1″ SR buckles.
Along with their come back, OTTE Gear has introduced packing cubes.
Made from 200D Nylon, the Packing Cubes are currently available in two sizes. The XLarge seen above easily accepts a pair of ski boots, while the Medium will handle most of your clothing and accessory needs.
Offered in Coyote and MultiCam.
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Geissele Automatics Introduces front and rear iron sights at SHOT Show.
As of right now, they will be exclusive to their new Super Duty line of carbines.
The upcoming Mantis X-10 is not only smaller and lighter than the current model (seen mounted), it will also provide recoil and holster draw analysis as well as the standard shot analysis Mantis is known for.
Look for the Mantis X-10 in March.
