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Tuesday, June 7th, 2011THOR XM408 ASA
Tuesday, June 7th, 2011
Firing the .408 Chey-tac round, the XM408 ASA from THOR Global Defense utilizes a 30″ fluted Krieger match barrel and a unique chassis to help mitigate recoil, allowing for quicker follow up shots. Additionally, this is a lot of gun so it incorporates a carry handle to help facilitate getting it in place as well as an adjustable cheek piece to enhance ergonomics. The stock is also fully adjustable and manufactured from hardened aluminum.
The .408 Cheyenne Tactical cartridge was envisioned to fill a role in between the .338 Lapua Magnum and .50 BMG rounds. It is intended for use in the anti-personnel, anti-sniper and anti-materiel roles and features a (supersonic) precision range of 2,200 yards (2,000 m).
Info on the .408 round
Magnum rifle primer
Bullet diameter: .4077″
Copper nickel alloy
Overall cartridge length: 4.307
Velocity: 2900 fps
Ballistic Coefficient: .942 (avg. over 3500 yards)
The XM408 ASA from THOR Global Defense Group is available from Knesek Guns.
Another Mission First Tactical Sneak Peek
Monday, June 6th, 2011A few weeks ago we gave you a gander at Mission First Tactical’s new foregrip and mentioned that they had several new designs on the way. They are manufactured using new materials from DuPont’s Military Plastics division.
Shown below is the Engage™ Tactical Pistol Grip, a pistol grip designed for the Stoner family of weapons (AR15/M16/M4 etc) with MFT’s own Tac Skin™ texturing. The design covers the receiver gap that causes discomfort during sustained usage. Secure watertight grip storage uses a captive plugged and has a foam block with quick access tab to diminish rattle.
Also shown is the Reactâ„¢ Magwell Grip. A lot of guys still use this hold as their primary despite having transitioned from the MP5 years ago. It isn’t wrong, it just isn’t the current preferred way to hold the carbine. Some say this grip allows for mid-point balance with less effort to direct muzzle. Additionally, there will be situations where you can’t grab to gun way out front. So this may be a good choice if you fit one of those categories. MFT has incorporated pressure pad wells to allow for accessory activation for both right and left handed shooters. Additionally, their design will not interfere with the magazine and there is a plugged secure water tight storage compartment for 2 x CR123 batteries.
Last, but certainly not least, is the first sighting of the Battlelinkâ„¢ Low Profile Stock prototype with the Garmin 401/301 Upper Mount. MFT considered the use of body armor in the design and it features an angled non-slip butt pad allowing for faster presentation. There is a pivoting rear accessed water tight storage compartment that has a foam storage block to diminish rattle. With 2 quick detach sling mounting points and an enhanced cheek weld. This product is still 2 months out from full production. Also, utilizing the accessory mounting provision they have attached a Garmin 401 GPS upper mount. This mount has been designed for the Garmin 401/301, is ambidextrous, and according to MTS, “has been over-engineered to ensure it is bomber and leaves no chance for your GPS to hit the deck.”
For more info visit missionfirsttactical.com or follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/missionfirsttactical.
StrikeMark Targets
Saturday, June 4th, 2011
Originally envisioned as a lightweight, low-cost sniper target, the SM-1 is manufactured from AR500 steel (3/8″ strike face) in order to withstand the repeated hammering of high caliber ammunition. I’ve had a couple of opportunities to see them in action and man, I can tell you, I’m impressed. The reset for this target is an amazing 1.5 seconds. Then, I found out the price and I was ecstatic. It retails at $999.00!
The SM-1 is powered by an internal battery which offers over 1500 resets per charge. It incorporates a carrying handle and is fairly lightweight (50 lbs) so it isn’t a big deal to carry it over to an outlet to recharge. While it is weather resistant, I don’t recommend leaving it out in the weather indefinitely. After all, it is manufactured from steel.
The StrikeMark SM-1 is an excellent sniper target, but they recently introduced an ingenious stand system in order to raise the targets up for pistol and other practical shooters. This has greatly increased its utility and opened it up for a whole other group of shooters. The spiked feet used to hold the target in place on the ground fit right into holes on the shelf of the stand so it isn’t going anywhere. Also, the legs are a standard pipe size so they can be cut to adjust for uneven terrain and are easily replaced.
A variety of targets have been developed including this one specifically for Advanced Armament Corporation and they are constantly developing new options.
In fact, look for StrikeMark Targets at the AAC Silencer Shoot this weekend at T1G.
At this price and capability, not only can LE agencies and private ranges afford to incorporate automated targets but individuals can as well. Additionally, StrikeMark will work with you to produce specialized targets for the SM-1.
Huskey Amentum Slider Sling from Ares Armor
Friday, June 3rd, 2011Named after Marine Scout Sniper Instructor and 2009 International Sniper Competition winner Josh Huskey, the Huskey Amentum Slider Sling from Ares Armor is a two point affair designed to make for easy transitions. Check out the photos and video for more details.
Additionally, Ares Armor offers a 2 To 1 Point Triglide which allows you to instantly turn your two point sling into a single point sling and back when needed. It’s the only transitional sling device designed to function with any Push Button Quick Detach Sling Swivel. CNC machined from Billet 6061-T6 aluminum and then hard anodized Type III per MIL-A-8625F.
Available in Black, Coyote, A-TACS, and MultiCam. American made with a lifetime guarantee.
Ares Armor is offering 15% off the Huskey Amentum Sling to SSD readers this weekend. Use discount code “SOLDIERSYSTEMS†at checkout from now until Monday evening, 6 June.
Milap – The New Indian Carbine
Monday, May 30th, 2011
In our article on the Indian Army’s Futuristic Infantry Soldier As a System (F-INSAS) we mentioned a new carbine that was on its way. It’s called Milap and according to a recent article in the Times of India, it should begin field trials soon. Named after the joint venture that developed it, the carbine comes from a collaboration between the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) and Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO). There are reportedly 20 variants of the carbine with Defence sources claim the Milap will run about R50,000 per copy which is half of what an earlier consortium had quoted. We’re not too sure what is meant by 20 variants but we find it very interesting that the Indian Army is more interested in a carbine, more suited for CQB scenarios such as the Mumbai attacks rather than full length heavy caliber rifles for potential operations along the border with Pakistan.
Product Sneak Peek from Mission First Tactical
Wednesday, May 25th, 2011Mission First Tactical’s assaulter/operator driven designs are products made exclusively in the USA through a partnership with DuPont’s Military Plastics division. These new materials allow them to offer components that are a third the weight of traditional polymer without degraded quality. We’re offering you a sneak peak at just a few of the first releases from Mission First Tactical’s highly anticipated product line.
This is the React™ Short Grip, a forward grip featuring minimal profile footprint and covered with MFT’s own Tac Skin™ texturing. It also boasts a secure water tight plugged storage with a foam block with a quick access tab to diminish rattle, as well as a flat non slip bottom surface that aids in supported firing positions. At 2 oz you can barely tell it is there.
For more info visit missionfirsttactical.com or follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/missionfirsttactical.
