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Badger Ordnance Announces Condition One Charging Handle (C1CH)

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025

Badger Ordnance (North Kansas City, MO) is pleased to introduce the Condition One Charging Handle (C1CH), the 4th generation from the inventors of the ambidextrous charging handle. The C1CH is a sleek and robust ambidextrous charging handle made for the AR15/M16/M4 family of weapon systems.

Unlike other offerings on the market, our C1CH is machined from 7075 forgings, rather than billet or extrusions, resulting in a significantly stronger charging handle. This is a commitment that we have maintained since we originated the ambidextrous charging handle, because we believe that it is a necessary quality for end-users, despite the additional effort required to manufacture. Large stainless-steel pins hold the ergonomically designed latches, featuring vertical serrations in the front and back, offering a nonslip grip, and are rounded at the ends to reduce snagging. This improvement comes after extensive testing with a manufacturing partner in their rifle testing, along with feedback from users requiring the use of plate carriers and vests in their work.

The C1CH width is a narrow 2.42″ wide, offering enough purchase to easily make ready while not being overly bulky. The rear of the C1CH has heightened fencing to aid in diverting felt gas blowback from the shooter’s face. Finished in a Type III hardcoat anodizing, offered in both black and tan colorways. In 2026 we will be bringing our 7.62 and MCX compatible models to market.

The C1CH is available now directly from Badger Ordnance and from participating dealers.

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How Burn Proof Gear Revolutionized Suppressor Safety

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025

As suppressors have become more common on modern rifles, shooters quickly discovered a serious challenge that came with them: heat. Suppressors reduce noise and visible flash, but they also trap hot gases, causing temperatures to rise extremely fast during sustained fire. In just a short shooting session, a suppressor can become hot enough to burn skin instantly or melt nearby gear such as gloves, slings, packs, or clothing.

Early suppressor covers were often designed as simple accessories rather than true safety equipment. Many failed under real use, melting, slipping, or transferring heat instead of stopping it. Burn Proof Gear was created to solve that problem.

A problem solved by real-world experience

Burn Proof Gear was founded after its creator experienced firsthand the failure of existing suppressor covers. During a range session, a hot suppressor damaged clothing and gear, and a commercially available cover failed almost immediately when exposed to real heat. It became clear that most products on the market were not designed for sustained or hard use.

Rather than improving appearance or comfort, Burn Proof Gear focused on one goal: protecting the shooter from extreme heat. The result was equipment built to perform under demanding conditions, not just light or occasional use.

A smarter approach to heat management

Most early suppressor covers failed because insulation and outer fabric were sewn together, allowing heat to transfer directly through the cover, burning or melting the exterior fabric. Burn Proof Gear solved this by creating the original fully fire-retardant system.

Their design uses a two-layer system. The inner layer is made from braided fiberglass yarns and saturated with high temperature resins that improve the product’s stability and minimize irritating fiberglass dusting during cutting and installation, (stretchable mesh sleeving) designed to withstand extreme heat and create insulating air gaps around the suppressor. The outer shell is constructed from durable, heat-resistant fabrics such as Kevlar® or Nomex®, which protect against abrasion and wear without contacting the hot metal directly.

This layered construction allows the cover to reduce heat transfer effectively while maintaining a slim, secure fit.

Material choices that matter

Every material used by Burn Proof Gear is selected for durability and heat resistance. High-strength, heat-stable thread ensures seams remain intact even after repeated exposure to high temperatures. Fabric selection is equally deliberate, and Burn Proof Gear is transparent about performance differences between finishes.

Solid-color fabrics offer the highest heat resistance, while camouflage patterns, due to their dye processes, are rated for slightly lower temperatures. This allows customers to choose the right product based on how they shoot and how much heat their setup generates.

Extending protection beyond the suppressor

Burn Proof Gear applied the same heat-management principles to other rifle components, including the handguard. As gas systems heat up during firing, rails can quickly become uncomfortable or unsafe to grip. Products like the Rail-Rap provide an insulating layer that protects the shooter’s support hand without adding bulk or interfering with weapon handling.

Made in the USA, built with purpose

Burn Proof Gear designs and manufactures its products in the United States, maintaining direct control over quality and consistency. Producing in-house allows the company to work closely with specialized materials and ensure each product meets its performance standards.

Purpose-built for serious use

Today, Burn Proof Gear is known for equipment designed around safety, durability, and real-world performance. While many products on the market are intended for occasional or recreational use, Burn Proof Gear focuses on solutions for shooters who demand reliability under heat, movement, and sustained firing. Suppressor covers have become a critical node in the supply chain for Special Operations Command (SOCOM) and federal law enforcement.

By treating heat management as a safety issue, not a convenience, Burn Proof Gear has earned its reputation as a trusted name in suppressor and firearm thermal protection.

For more information on our gear or estimates please email sales@burnproofgear.com or visit BurnProofGear.com.

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Largest Order for Laser-Light-Modules: Rheinmetall to Supply LLM-VarioRay Units for the Bundeswehr’s New Assault Rifle – Order Value Several Hundred Million Euros

Monday, December 22nd, 2025

The Bundeswehr has commissioned Rheinmetall to supply Laser-Light-Modules for the German Armed Forces. Following the budget approval by the German Bundestag’s Budget Committee on 3 December 2025, the first definitive call-off has now been made under the framework agreement concluded in June 2021. This agreement entails the delivery of ‘LLM-VarioRay’ Laser-Light-Modules, scheduled for delivery over the next seven years. In addition, there is the option to procure further LLM-VR modules. These can be delivered additionally within the agreed time frame. This fixed call-off has a net order intake of several hundred million Euro for Rheinmetall. The devices are manufactured by Rheinmetall Soldier Electronics in Stockach at Lake Constance. This is the largest order intake in the history of the Rheinmetall subsidiary.

“We are grateful for the trust that the Bundeswehr has placed in our battle-proven tactical combat enhancers”, said Erkan Yildirim, CEO of Rheinmetall Soldier Electronics. “The LLM-VarioRay is one of our most versatile devices. The largest order in our company’s history is an incentive for us to continue delivering cutting-edge technology. Provided that the customer places a corresponding call-off, we could also deliver the additional optional quantity within the agreed period of seven years. This would provide both the Bundeswehr and us at Rheinmetall with planning security”.
The Rheinmetall LLM-VarioRay Laser-Light-Module is part of the latest generation of devices of this type. The Laser-Light-Modules are primarily used on the handguns of the infantry and dismounted forces, and serve to detect, identify and mark targets.

Weighing approximately 250 grams, including its mount, the LLM-VarioRay can be attached to any assault rifle via a MIL-STD 1913 rail/STANAG 4694 and can be operated via a trigger cable. It features a powerful white light LED, a red-light laser marker, an infrared laser marker and an electrically focusable infrared illuminator. The light source can be selected and adjusted stepless using a rotary switch. The device is equipped with a fully integrated, factory-aligned laser block. This laser block allows for easy adjustment and alignment of the visor and the weapon.

Equipped with night vision and thermal imaging devices, the German Armed Forces can thus accomplish their missions throughout the entire spectrum of operations, regardless of day- or night-time and in all weather conditions.

The LLM-VarioRay product family is also part of the German soldier system ‘Future Soldier – Extended System (IdZ-ES)’ and is likewise used in the British Army as the Laser-Light-Module MK3 and in the Swiss Army as the Laser-Light-Module 19.

Rheinmetall’s product portfolio encompasses a wide range of infantry equipment, including various targeting and illumination modules. These were developed in order to increase the tactical value of modern handguns. The LM-VTAL (Laser Module – Variable Tactical Aiming Laser) has been in operation at the Bundeswehr’s special operation forces for several years.

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ISTEC Secures 4-year UK MOD SPTC Weapons Mount Spares Contract

Tuesday, December 16th, 2025

ISTEC Services Limited, a British company with 36 years of operationally proven experience in the design, manufacture and supply of complex weapon integration solutions and smoke discharger systems (SDS) for military platforms, has recently secured a 4-year contract for the supply of weapon mount spares across all 3 services via the Babcock Service Provision and Transformation Contract (SPTC).

ISTEC has been providing weapon mounts of various guises to the UK MOD for over 30 years. Their mounts were first used by Special Operations vehicles back in the 1990s and since then have been found on key vehicles used on major operations (Iraq and Afghanistan) such as WMIK, Mastiff, Husky and Jackal. Their pedestal mounts and crew-served gun mounts are fitted to the majority of Naval platforms and the GPMG mount is also fitted to the Puma 2 helicopter. As the preferred weapons mount supplier to the UK MOD, for the majority of platforms, there are thousands of mounts of various types currently in service. Therefore, ISTEC has been responsible for the necessary spares and maintenance requirements for DSG, and this new contract is a natural extension of that commitment.

In March 2025, Babcock was awarded a 5-year extension to the existing 10-year SPTC, thus cementing Babcock as a strategic partner to the British Army for the foreseeable future. Through this long-term relationship and hence deeper collaboration, Babcock is focused on delivering wider cost savings, digital transformation and improved operational readiness. ISTEC is committed to supporting Babcock’s mission to maximise the availability of critical assets through improved spares management and increased regeneration. The MOD and front-line troops benefit from reduced costs, improved spares provision and increased sustainability of critical battle-winning assets. Mick Coulson, Managing Director at ISTEC said, “As a British company with many veteran employees, we are fully committed to providing high-quality products for the best value to the UK MOD. We have a long history of delivering battle-proven, robust weapon integration solutions that front-line troops are extremely familiar with and trust. As part of that service, we also pride ourselves on providing the necessary whole-life support to maintain operational effectiveness, and we are very pleased to be working through the Babcock SPTC to deliver this aim.”

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Emissary Development – Ignition Switch

Friday, December 12th, 2025

Emissary Development’s new Ignition Switch transforms the ModButton Lite into a full-featured light control solution. It adds a physical forward-and-back toggle that cleanly separates momentary and constant-on activation while preventing over-travel under stress.

Features:

Direct drop-in housing for the Unity ModButton Lite
Forward push for momentary activation
Rear pull for constant-on, with a positive lock
Neutral return instantly kills the light
Physical toggle prevents over-travel and improves control in high-stress or low-visibility conditions
Reversible design
Made in USA

emissarydevelopment.com/collections/light-control/products/ignition-switch-for-modbutton-lite

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Reptilia Announces the Launch of the AUS Mount for 36MM Magnified Optics

Thursday, December 11th, 2025

HILLSBOROUGH, NC – December 11, 2025 – Reptilia, an industry leader in premium firearm accessories, is proud to announce the release of the AUS Mount, now engineered for 36mm diameter magnified optics. Purpose-built from the ground up, the AUS Mount expands Reptilia’s precision-focused product lineup with a rugged, streamlined solution for shooters who demand reliability in any environment.

Designed to interface seamlessly with any M1913 Picatinny rail, the AUS Mount features Reptilia’s anti-snag, spring-loaded nitrided steel clamp paired with a custom flush-fit bolt system. Users can tighten the bolt with either a 5/32” hex or a flat-blade driver, ensuring secure, low-profile mounting without unnecessary tool complications.

The AUS Mount is machined from a single piece of 7075-T6 aluminum billet and finished with a MIL-STD Type III, Class 2 hard-anodized coating, delivering exceptional durability while maintaining a lightweight, streamlined form factor. Its construction and finish meet the demands of both professional end users and dedicated civilian shooters.

In addition to the initial release, Reptilia will introduce several new accessories built specifically for the AUS platform in the coming months, expanding versatility and enhancing user configuration options across a variety of applications.

“As with every product we build, the AUS Mount reflects our commitment to precision, durability, and end-user feedback,” said The Reptilia Team. “We’re excited to bring this new option to the market and look forward to expanding the platform with a series of complementary accessories.”

The AUS Mount – like all Reptilia products – is 100% made in the USA and backed by the company’s full lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. Additional heights and optic configurations will be released later this year.

The new AUS Mount for 36MM optics is available now through Reptilia and authorized dealers.

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Milipol 25 – Spuhr

Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025

Spuhr AB exhibited the new SM101QD-3 and -4 mounts for the Aimpoint M4 Comp and Magnifier (3x or 4x).

This ballistically adjustable mount offers shots out to 800m with 5.56 and 1000m with 7.62. As you can see, the magnifier can easily be detached when not needed.

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Flux Defense Unveils the P365 Ultra-Light Chassis System: Introducing the VDW (Vehicle Defensive Weapon) – The Lightest, Most Concealable PDW Redefining Personal and Vehicle Defense

Monday, November 24th, 2025

SLC, Utah—November 24, 2025—Flux Defense, a leader in innovative firearm accessories, today announced the launch of its groundbreaking P365 Ultra-Light Chassis System. This revolutionary system introduces a new class of weapon: the V.D.W. (Vehicle Defensive Weapon). Designed to fit in a glovebox, center console, or under the seat, its compact size allows for quick deployment and effective use inside a vehicle’s cabin. The P365 Ultra-Light transforms the popular Sig P365 platform into an exceptionally lightweight and high-performance Personal Defense Weapon (PDW), offering unparalleled speed, control, and modularity for tactical and recreational users alike. Adding even greater value and immediate usability, the system ships complete with Flux Defense’s new 2.0 adjustable IWB/OWB holster.

The Flux Defense P365 Ultra-Light Chassis System is engineered to be a standalone component, utilizing existing P365 firearms, slides, barrels, and magazines (not included). This system delivers double the rounds of a standard pistol, increased accuracy, control, and velocity, all within a package that is 3 inches shorter and 85 percent lighter than an MP5K. Weighing in at a mere 8.7 ounces, it’s an ideal choice for enhanced maneuverability and reduced fatigue.

Key Performance Features and Specifications Include:

Patented Speedload System: Facilitates faster reloads than traditional pistols or other PDWs, ensuring operators maintain an advantage.

Enhanced Capacity: Supports up to 50 rounds on the gun with optional magazine extensions, providing extended engagement capability.

Superior Control: A built-in shroud ensures a secure C-clamp grip and promotes flatter shooting, significantly improving accuracy and follow-up shots.

Lightweight, Durable Construction: Crafted from military-grade glass-filled nylon and S7 steel, featuring a Type 3 hard anodized shroud for exceptional resilience without added bulk.

Optimal Velocity Option: Features an optional 6-inch barrel to increase velocity, surpassing the performance of an MP5K.

Included 2.0 Adjustable Holster: Ships with the new 2.0 holster, designed for ultimate flexibility. It can be hard-mounted in the vehicle for quick access or carried with you, supporting both inside (IWB) and outside the waistband (OWB) configurations.

Compact & Extendable Design:

Collapsed: 9.75″ L x 4″ W x 1.375″ H

Extended: 18.5″ L x 4″ W x 1.25″ H

Ergonomic Length of Pull: 13.5″ for comfortable and stable handling.

“We are incredibly excited to introduce the P365 Ultra-Light Chassis System and define a new category with our VDW – Vehicle Defensive Weapon,” said Cory David, CEO at Flux Defense. “Our focus was on creating a system that is not only extraordinarily light and concealable but also significantly enhances performance, speed, and user control. This system is small enough to deploy and shoot inside the cabin, fitting perfectly in a glovebox or center console. By including our new 2.0 adjustable holster that can be hard-mounted in a vehicle or carried, we’re ensuring users have an immediate, versatile solution right out of the box. The road is dangerous. Protect your ride. This chassis empowers users to push the boundaries of their P365’s capabilities, making it an even more formidable tool.”

Important Compatibility Notes: The P365 Ultra-Light Chassis is designed for use with specific P365 slides, including P365XL, TACOPS, and P365 FUSE. It is not compatible with short (standard) P365 slides or 12-15 round magazines, working optimally with 17-21 round P365 magazines.

The Flux Defense P365 Ultra-Light Chassis System is now available for purchase through authorized dealers and online at fluxdefense.com.

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