Nikon has just introduced the new P-308 4-12×40 BDC 800 rifle scope. It features a 4-12 magnification, a 40mm objective, fully multicoated lenses, and the BDC 800 reticle; the BDC 800 reticle was engineered for a .308 win/7.62x51mm NATO round with a 168-grain HBT Match bullet at 2680 fps.
The P-308 also features spring-loaded, Instant Zero-Reset Turrets with easy-grip course knurling, making in-field adjustments easier by allowing shooters to reset their turrets back to zero after sighting-in. The P-308 is also waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof.
The P-308 is also optimized for use with Spot On Ballistic Match Technology. The Spot On program provides users with the exact aiming points on any BDC reticle for any load or ammunition at a specific range. Spot On is free online at nikonsportoptics.com/SpotOn, but is also available for mobile devices and can be purchased for iOS and Android.
SIG SAUER conducted a test to failure of their 3D printed machine gun suppressor for a US Government client. Using a MK48 outfitted with this SIG prototype machine gun suppressor, they continuously fired the gun with just reloading time between belts. Look at how hot the suppressor gets right before the test ends just shy of five belts. The Orange color denotes a temperature of 1500 – 1700 deg F.
Below, is the suppressor from the test which you can see suffered a failure.
SilencerCo and Rifle Dynamics are continuing the Summit AK Collection with the AK-104 inspired 12.5″ SBR. Chambered for 7.62x39mm, the 12.5″ SBR comes complete with the SilencerCo Omega .30 cal suppressor, and features an individual build time of 30+ hours. Like the initial Summit AK build, the 12.5″ SBR will be limited to just 25 units.
Features:
– Grey Omega w/ ASR Fast Attach Mount and Flat Front Cap
– 12.5” Barrel w/ ASR Trifecta Flash Hider
– Matching Serial Numbers
– Hand Crafted Collector’s Edition Reclaimed Wood Crate
– One 30-Round Magazine
– Matte Grey Finish on Rifle and Suppressor
– Ultimak Railed Gas Tube for Optic
– US-Made Barrel w/ Black Nitride Finish
– US-Made Receiver
– Triangle Skeleton Side-Folding Stock
Additionally, SilencerCo is now selling the limited edition piston kit. Intended to provide customers with multiple piston options to determine which provides the greatest host compatibility with their suppressor, the kit consists of 5 individually sized yet interchangeable pistons with a black nitride finish, offering increased wear-resistance and lubricity. Also provided are three o-ring packs. The following pistons come with the kit:
– .578 x 28 Piston
– 1/2 x 28 Piston
– 16mm x 1 LH Piston
– 13.5mm x 1 LH Piston
– 9/16 x 24 Piston
The most advanced, mechanically intelligent and ideal optic mount ever devised is launching here on Soldier Systems. You don’t have to believe this claim by Kinetic Development Group. You can listen to the reasons why and try it for yourself or simply watch the Internet for the positive reviews. The guys at KDG have developed a mounting system called the SIDELOK™. What’s the big deal? Where do we start?
Prior to discussing the SIDELOK™, lets rap about why Kinetic thought they should develop a mounting system for Optics.
The first reason is repeatability. Generally optics mounts have two attachment points with separate levers. Some are adjustable so you can tighten or loosen them for the particular tolerance picatinny rail you may be mounting to. One may be tighter, one slightly looser. This is recipe for disaster in the repeatability department when installing or removing an optical accessory. The other problem is you may like you optic so tight you actually damage the pic rail. That is why the Government Issue XXX mounts for the Aimpoint actually limit the torque you can apply to the installation knob.
There is a religion when it comes to military members about putting on an optic, zeroing it, and leaving it there for fear they may lose zero between missions, and for good reason. Lets say you wanted to remove your long-range optic and put on your red dot. You would be absolutely incompetent if you did not confirm zero. Why? There are so many variables between installing, removing and reinstalling an optic you NEED to reconfirm, even if you reinstall in the same slots on the picatinny rail.
Now here comes the SIDELOK™. The SIDELOK™ takes the incompetence out of mounting optics. What do we mean by that? You have no input as a human being on how your optic mounts to your pic rail. What do we mean? You can’t screw it up!
With SIDELOK™, simply roll the optic (attached to your SIDELOK™ mount) to your picatinny railed weapon and “click!!” the mount automatically deploys the locking bars to the 45-degree angles of the picatinny rail (which hold the tightest tolerance concerning the picatinny rail specification). The locking bars snap in at the exact same time making the mounting completely repeatable. The spring cams apply the exact same amount of pressure between the two bars. The system works on spring pressure with a cam that supplies exponentially more mechanical advantage than the button that is used to release it from the weapon.
Removal and installation is extremely fast. Does that make you nervous? The only way this is coming off is if it is deliberate and by the user (YOU!). Not a sling hung up in the works. Not being jammed up on gear. Not being dropped from a first story roof in Iraq onto concrete. Yet, you can peel it off sooner than you can open your Copenhagen. The reason is there is a safety lock. You have to push the button with a human fingertip. That releases recessed “Glock like” secondary safety lock that allows the user to overcome the mechanical advantage of the cam lock and roll off the weapon. Firing a weapon with a heavy optic? The SIDELOK™ gets tighter if it needs to. This is pure mechanics; not a photographer’s quick detaching clamp like the other offerings on the market. The SIDELOK™ is also one of the slimmest mounts on the market. There is nothing in the way to snag on you, or interfere with your charging handle on a side-charging weapon platform.
This may not mean much to you if you are a user with 4 uppers for various mission profiles or uses. However, many of us and even many local LE agencies do not have the budget for mission specific uppers set up to go. With the SIDELOK™, you literally can pick and choose your mission, install your accessory in less than a second, and if installed in the same place it was zeroed, it will be on the mark.
The first of the SIDELOK™ to be released is the SIDELOK™ specifically for the Aimpoint Patrol Rifle Optic (PRO); which is also compatible with the Aimpoint Comp M4 and the C3 models. The second is the universal picatinny SIDELOK™ Scope Riser. Don’t worry, the Aimpoint T1, T2, H1, and H2 model SIDELOK™ is on the way soon…. Stay tuned.
SureFire displayed the new WarComp Mounted to a Hodge Defense Mod 2. Billed as the world’s most shootable flash hider, it’s gaining a lot of interest in military circles. The new Warcomp-556 and Warcomp-762 from SureFire offers hybrid capability including barrel compensation.
-Ported to allow rifle to track straight back, stay on target and allow faster follow up shots
-Offers 99% flash reduction
-Made from USA SS bar stock
Early versions of the Magpul PMAG17 GL9 magazines for 9mm GLOCK pistols had some issues feeding some hollow point ammunition. They quickly acknowledged the issue and updated the bodies of the magazine. Not only were all replacements sent out for those who had faulty mags, but every new magazine shipping is the updated model.
The ZeroBravo Rapid Engagement Offset Sight (REOS) is a lightweight and simple solution for engaging close range targets when using magnified optics. Machined from 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum and protected by Mil-Spec Type III anodizing, the lightweight REOS mounts directly to the scope tube allowing the user to mount them on both traditional AR15/AR10 style weapons as well as precision rifles and/or hunting rifles.
A change in the way that offset sights are viewed, ZeroBravo looked closely at the requirement for an offset sight. After discussing these requirements with numerous shooters in various disciplines, the concept of the REOS was born. Utilizing two simple ghost ring sights, the user simply cants the rifle, acquires the target through the ghost rings and engages the target. Sight adjustments are made by adjusting the rotation of the front or rear sight until desired point of impact is achieved.
At less than 2 ounces, the REOS provide the function required without the added weight, snag hazards or cost commonly associated with traditional offset sights. The aperture area of the REOS is smooth and recessed to allow painting the front aperture, if desired, for faster target acquisition. The design of the REOS also allows for mounting on either side of the rifle scope/weapon enabling for use by both left and right handed shooters.
Specifications
Height: 2.10 in (5.33 cm)
Width: 2.28 in (5.79 cm)
Depth: 0.4 in (1.016 cm)
Weight: 1.8 oz (51.02 g) (per pair)
