Rumor has it, SOCOM has selected new suppressors for 5.56 and 7.62, rifle as well as machine gun. Look for more news here soon.
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SOCOM Selects New Suppressors?
Friday, September 23rd, 2011SI Angled Foregrip Adapter
Friday, September 23rd, 2011
Strike Industries has introduced an Angled Foregrip Adapter. It’s a pyramid angled RIS adapter that is Mil-Spec 1913 compatible. When mounted it angles your grip of choice at a 17 degree angle and you can mount it so that the angle is fore or aft.
Manta Rails
Thursday, September 22nd, 2011
To say that Manta Rails are simply a slip-on grip cover for your rail system wouldn’t be doing them justice. Manta Rails are made from a highly resilient polymer and have adjustable grip tension for a variety of rail tolerances. They are quick to install, reduce weapon heat, protect your weapon from chemicals and abrasion, and reduce mirage and IR signature. Manta Rails are also available in a variety of colors to help break up the weapon’s silhouette and can be cut down to fit any length rail. One of the more unique and useful features of Manta Rails is the Micro Pocket design. These allow you to internally route wires and pressure switches to keep them in place and protect them from fluctuating temperatures and external hazards. Very useful if you run a light or laser on your weapon. Finally, they maintain a positive grip in practically every situation. They also do a great job of protecting your hands and equipment from the sawtooth effect of a 1913 rail. Simply put, Manta Rails are extremely versatile rail covers. I use them, and highly recommend them to everyone.
Visit mantarails.com to see all the impressive features that Manta Rails offer.
This article came from TacticalFanboy.com. Manta Rails are a great accessory and have been adopted as part of he USMC’s new M27 IAR.
AX556 Lower Demonstration
Wednesday, September 21st, 2011Military Morons is a leftie and demonstrates the new AX556 lower from AXTS. A couple of unique things about the AX556. The mag release can also be used to lock the bolt to the rear. Additionally, it features a bolt release, magazine release, and safety selector on both sides of the lower.
NTOA – Aimpoint PRO
Sunday, September 18th, 2011
Restricted to Military, Gov’t, and LE only, the Aimpoint PRO features a COMP body and offers a 2 MOA dot as well as a NVG compatible lens. Additionally, the PRO comes with a mount with a removable shim to accommodate a variety of weapons. Ingeniously, Aimpoint also includes a sticker to record battery data.
This is a terrific balance of features and price and is, in my opinion, Aimpoint’s greatest value.
LE, Mil, and Gov’t customers contact Joe Strohman.
Paradigm SRP TALON Universal Weapons Mount
Friday, September 16th, 2011Paradigm SRP provides services from Executive Protection to Foreign Internal Defense risk mitigation and consultations. And now, they’ve added some pretty high tech technology development to their portfolio.
You may have seen the first version of their TALON Universal Weapons Mount on the Discovery Channel series, “Sons of Guns.” The version you saw on the show utilized mechanical gyros, while this new version uses state-of-the-art fiber optic gyros.
Adaptable to many platforms including rotary wing aircraft, vehicles, and maritime systems, the TALON Universal Weapons Mount will accommodate a wide variety of weapons starting with the M4 type carbine for more stable shots to larger and more accurate systems for precision shots such as the .50 (rifle). Additionally, the TALON will mount belt fed systems such as a 7.62 Light Machine Gun (LMG). Furthermore, Paradigm SRP is working on compatibility with the Mk 19 40mm Automatic Grenade Launcher. It is a simple and stable mounting design that does not require permanent alteration for installation but rather uses existing cargo hard points along with common tie-down straps.
Pinpoint precision is now achievable from aerial platforms (ground and maritime as well) due to the TALON’s design. A quick mount system allows the weapon to be attached to the TALON. Stabilization is achieved by incorporating mil-spec fiber optic gyros, high speed servos, and advanced circuitry into a precision machined two axis yoke. Stabilization correction solutions are made at a rate of over one thousand times per second. This is much faster than mechanical gyros.
If you want to know more, make you see the TALON Gun Mount in booth #811 at the National Tactical Officers Association’s 28th Annual Conference 18 and 19 September in Richmond, Virginia.
Magpul Releases New Grips
Tuesday, September 13th, 2011There are two new additions to the Magpul Original Equipment (MOE) line, the MOE+ Grip and MOE-K Grip.
The MOE+ Grip was first debuted some time back and it’s great to see it hit the market. It combines reinforced polymer body overmolded with rubber for weapon retention even when wet. It offers a similar shape to a ‘medium’ sized MIAD, and accepts optional storage cores for gear stowage and includes a basic grip cap. Available in Black.
The MOE-K is intended for use with PDWs (Personal Defense Weapon). It is a low profile, compact design with a steeper grip angle than traditional grips. Offered in Black, Flat Dark Earth, Foliage, and OD Green.
Made in USA, both grips are now shipping to all Magpul retailers. You can purchase the MOE-K from magpul.com.
Hog Saddle Tripod Mounted Rifle Rest
Tuesday, September 13th, 2011
Designed by a Marine Scout Sniper and OIF Veteran, the patent pending Hog Saddle is a rugged, lightweight (16 oz), mobile shooting platform that has been designed from the ground up to universally attach to tripod-based modular equipment, providing the shooter with a stable shooting position adaptable to any environment. These are in use now with military and LE shooters.
The Hog Saddle is built around four principles:
RUGGEDNESS – Specifically designed for the military sniper to be impact and corrosion resistant
PORTABILITY – 16 oz
VERSATILITY – Universal to any tripod platform utilizing 1/4-20 or 3/8-16 thread attachments
AMERICAN MADE – They didn’t sell out and go to Asia or India. They have kept their business in the USA
The Hog Saddle is CNC machined from a solid block of aluminum and then hard anodized and features a black oxide stainless steel bolt and guide rods. Adjustments are via a heavy-duty torque knob. Other components work in concert to mitigate noise and hold the weapon fast. There is a stainless steel noise dampening tension spring as well as 1/4 inch thick, recessed urethane pads specifically engineered to absorb rifle recoil and reduce muzzle jump.
Made in USA. Get yours from HogSaddle.com.
