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Field Density Altitude Compensator

Thursday, March 24th, 2011

US Tactical Supply is now offering the Field Density Altitude Compensator from Adaptive Consulting and Training Services. It is a simple device designed to allow the shooter to quickly compute a firing solution. Developed by Marine Snipers, the FDAC requires no batteries and is lightweight. Its two sides feature MOA (minute of angle) and .1 mil calculators that work in a fashion similar to a slide rule producing solutions based on the G7 drag model.

MOA Side

.1 mil

The FDAC is currently available in two versions (.308 and .300/.338) from www.ustacticalsupply.com who offers them on GSA as well as to retail customers. Look for a .50 version coming this summer.

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HKUSA’s President on the MR556A1

Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011

Although this video was produced before SHOT Show, it still contains some interesting information on the MR556A1 which is now being delivered. Featuring HKUSA’s President Wayne Weber, the video also promises that the MR762 is not too far off.

Check out our SHOT Show coverage of the MR556A1 where we discuss new features that no one else has even picked up on yet.

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New Weapon Handbooks on the Way from BHI

Sunday, March 20th, 2011

Blackheart International has produced some excellent hip pocket sized handbooks for the HK416 and M16/M4 as well as the Glock. They are now preparing to release two new books on the AR15 and AK47. As with previous versions these new handbooks will feature a coil binding so that they can easily be flipped open to the proper page and will contain tailored information required to operate, maintain, and conduct basic training with the firearm. To keep apprised of the status of these new titles, visit www.BHIgear.com.

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Futuristic Infantry Soldier As a System

Friday, March 18th, 2011

Futuristic Infantry Soldier As a System (F-INSAS) is the Indian Army’s Soldier modernization program planned to from 2012 to 2020. In the first phase, to be completed by 2012, they plan to begin fielding of a multi-caliber (5.56mm, 7.62mm, and purportedly 6.8mm) modular weapon system along with a detachable grenade launcher with airbursting grenades. By programs end in 2020, the Indian Army plans to complete fielding to all of its 465 infantry and paramilitary battalions of the complete system which includes helmet with visor, uniform with integrated armor and NBC protection as ell as a palmtop computer. F-INFAS follows the pattern of western Soldier modernization efforts with heavy emphasis on C4I2 (Command, Control, Communications Computers, Information and Intelligence). The goal is to turn the Soldier into “a self-contained fighting machine”. In addition to fielding all of this capability they also want to reduce the Soldier’s load by 50%.

While initially subsystem development has been outsourced to a variety of international concerns, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is serving as the prime and system integrator. Within India, both Tata Advanced Systems and Rolta Thales Ltd have a hand in F-INSAS’s development.

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SSD After Dark – Major Fox Keeps Your Riser Up

Thursday, March 17th, 2011

Well it’s dark somewhere. Ever had trouble keep it up? Your stock’s cheek riser, that is. Recently, we published an article about Victor Company’s Accu-Stack Comb Risers. While we think we did a pretty good job of explaining what they do, Victor Company produced this commercial to show the benefits of their Accu-Stack Comb Risers and it will probably be the best thing you see, all day (or night). Despite our tagline it is safe for work.

www.victorcompany.com

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Gemtech’s New Suppressor Pouches

Thursday, March 17th, 2011

Gemtech has two new Berry compliant suppressor pouches that are available in Black, Tan, and Multicam. The Short MOLLE Pouch fits 5.56mm, Handgun, HVT-THD, and SANDSTORM suppressors (and other brand suppressors that are under 8″ long, and not more than 1.5″ diameter). The cobra-hood design snugs down with color-matching side-release buckles to adjust to fit shorter and longer suppressors firmly.

Gemtech also has a Long MOLLE Pouch that fits longer suppressors such as the HVT-QD, QUICKSAND, UMP, as well as other suppressors between 8″-10″ long, and not more than 1.5″ diameter.

Visit www.gemtech.com for more information.

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AOTS Visits BHI – Part II

Wednesday, March 16th, 2011

Attack of the Show’s Weston Scott spends his second day with Blackheart International shooting some of their extensive collection of foreign weapons. Great gun pr0n. Be sure to watch the video (more…)

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AOTS Visits BHI – Part I

Tuesday, March 15th, 2011

G4TV’s Attack of the Show recently visited Blackheart International at their rural West Virginia facility for some shootin’. AOTS’s Weston Scott, got some hands on experience under the tutelage of Erik Lawrence with the BHI-15 as well as the F class target rifle introduced at SHOT Show. To watch the video (more…)

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