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True Velocity, FN America Announce Global Manufacturing Partnership On Lightweight Medium Machine Gun

Saturday, June 22nd, 2024

FN AMERICA’S MACHINE GUN MANUFACTURING PROWESS BOLSTERS TRUE VELOCITY’S INNOVATIVE WEAPON SOLUTION TO BRIDGE BATTLEFIELD PERFORMANCE GAP

GARLAND, Texas, June 18, 2024 — Texas-based ammunition and weapon system manufacturer TV Ammo, Inc. (“True Velocity”) and FN America, LLC (“FN America”), a global leader in the development and manufacture of military small arms, have announced a strategic licensing and manufacturing partnership for the production of True Velocity’s .338 Norma Lightweight Medium Machine Gun for U.S. and Allied military units.

The partnership positions FN America as a primary manufacturer of True Velocity’s .338 Norma machine gun, a recoil-mitigated weapon system designed to provide warfighters with range and terminal performance similar to that of the century-old .50-caliber M2 machine gun in a lightweight, functional profile comparable to that of the ubiquitous M240 machine gun also manufactured by FN America.

“True Velocity’s .338 machine gun will change the battlefield for our warfighters. We are thrilled that FN will join with us so we can equip U.S. and Allied militaries with this combat advantage,” said True Velocity President and Chief Intellectual Property Officer Craig Etchegoyen. “It very quickly became clear that FN is a world-renowned, reliable, and respected manufacturer of innovative machine guns, and we’re excited for them to join our mission.”

A lightweight machine gun solution chambered for the .338 Norma cartridge has been a focal point of requirements emerging from the U.S. Department of Defense and Allied militaries in recent years. In March 2024, the United States Department of Defense selected True Velocity’s .338 Norma Lightweight Medium Machine Gun for continued evaluation in a military program aimed at fielding a weapon system that would bridge the performance gap between the .50-caliber M2 machine gun and the M240 machine gun chambered for 7.62x51mm NATO. The combination of True Velocity’s recoil-mitigated .338 Norma Lightweight Medium Machine Gun and its advanced, lightweight composite-cased ammunition provides a turn-key combat solution capable of enhanced controllability, maximized maneuverability, and extreme precision at extended range.

“FN America is extremely excited to partner with True Velocity on this effort to deliver the next medium machine gun to the U.S. military,” said Mark Cherpes, President and CEO for FN America, LLC. “Both companies share that drive and desire to innovate and deliver game-changing technology to the warfighter. This has produced a really great team environment on this effort.”

Incorporating proprietary “impulse-averaging recoil mitigation” technology, True Velocity’s .338 Norma machine gun delivers a 300-grain projectile with enhanced range and precision, while optimizing controllability and maintaining a profile similar to that of the M240 belt-fed machine gun, which is chambered for the smaller, less energetic 7.62x51mm cartridge.

“True Velocity’s lightweight medium machine gun submission is the product of more than a decade of continued innovation and rigorous evaluation,” said True Velocity Senior Executive Vice President of Sales Kevin Sims. “This weapon system delivers unprecedented tactical and operational capabilities to our American warfighters. The sooner we bring it to the battlefield, the better.”

Army Renames Air Defense System After Vietnam War Medal of Honor Recipient

Monday, June 17th, 2024

WASHINGTON — The Army renamed the Maneuver-Short Range Air Defense system for Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. Mitchell W. Stout during an Army birthday festival today at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.

Stout, an artilleryman with the 1st Battalion, 44th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, was killed during the Vietnam War protecting fellow Soldiers. He grabbed a grenade thrown into their bunker and ran for the exit. As he reached the door the grenade exploded, but by holding it close to his body, he was able to shield the other Soldiers from the blast.

“Naming this game-changing air defense capability after Sgt. Stout was appropriate and well-deserved, given his heroic efforts to protect fellow Soldiers from danger,” said Doug Bush, assistant secretary of the Army for acquisition, logistics, and technology. “The M-SHORAD was designed to do the same against a variety of airborne threats.”

The system uses a mix of guns, missiles, and onboard sensors attached to a Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicle to defend against unmanned aircraft systems, rotary wing, and fixed-wing aircraft.

Soldiers with the 5th Battalion, 4th Air Defense Regiment were the first to receive and test four of the increment one defense systems. They successfully conducted live-fire tests at the Putlos Bundeswehr range on the Baltic Sea coast of Germany in 2021 and became fully equipped with the systems in 2023.

The Army plans to field 144 air defense systems to four battalions by fiscal year 2025 with an additional 18 systems for training, operational spares and testing.

Incremental upgrades to the system will feature enhanced effects including directed energy, and improved missiles and ammunition. The Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office completed the delivery of four directed energy systems to the 4th Battalion, 60th Air Defense Artillery Regiment last fall.

“The M-SHORAD family of systems adds commensurate mobility or survivability to maneuvering forces and joint maneuvering forces through protection against enemy air threats,” Bush added. “Its flexibility and versatility provide a best value for the nation and increases Soldier capabilities through performance and training capabilities.”

The M-SHORAD will now be named the SGT STOUT

Sgt. Mitchell W. Stout, from Loudon, Tennessee, joined the Army in August 1967 at 17 years old after dropping out of high school. He completed paratrooper school before the Army realized he was too young when he joined and discharged him.

By that time, he already turned 18. He went to a recruiter’s office the very next day and signed up again, this time as an artilleryman.

“He wanted to be where he was needed,” said his sister, Susan Tyler. “That’s the way we grew up. If your country needs you, you do what you can and volunteer.”

Stout completed a tour in Vietnam and returned home in 1969. After speaking with friends and family, he volunteered to return to Vietnam to help the young Soldiers still fighting.

“I think he had a calling, I really do,” Tyler said. “I think he knew somehow in his heart that if he went back, he could help someone in some way.”

A few weeks after returning to Vietnam, on March 12, 1970, a North Vietnamese company attacked his unit’s firing position at the Khe Gio Bridge. Stout and a crew of Soldiers went into a bunker as they came under heavy mortar fire.

When the firing stopped, the enemy threw a grenade into the bunker, prompting Stout to act and save the lives of his fellow Soldiers.

“He cared about those Soldiers that put their boots on every day, who shine their brass and do their best,” Tyler said. “And that’s what he died for, he died for them.”

Stout was posthumously presented with the Medal of Honor on July 17, 1974. He is the only Army air defense artilleryman to earn the award.

By Christopher Hurd, Army News Service

Flux Defense Launches the Raider 365 Today, June 14, 2024 at 6 PM MST

Friday, June 14th, 2024

Introducing the Raider 365: the smallest and fastest PDW in the world. The Raider 365 works with any Sig p365 slides, barrels and FCU’s. It features an auto-deploy side-folder for the fastest PDW draw from concealment on the market and has the same patented speed-load system for rapid emergency reloads. The optional holster is both IWB and OWB and is compatible with Safariland QLS.

The concept of the shoulderable sidearm is to give Law Enforcement, American Military and civilians overmatch capability over bad guys using traditional handguns. Essentially, the shooter has all the advantages of using a PCC, while being the size of a full size handgun. It’s more stable and more accurate at longer distances, but in a package that can be holstered. Despite having a 6” barrel, the Raider 365 is nearly the same size as a Glock 17 with X300.

The Raider 365 is as fast as a pistol. You can watch a Dicken Drill in 2.97 seconds from concealment or a Bill Drill from appendix holster in 1.52 seconds with a .83 draw on our instagram.

The concealed carry Raider 365 can be holstered IWB, fits in the SOCS Vertx fanny pack, our sling bag and a coming shoulder rig that can be concealed under suit coats for executive protection.

Features:

Up to 43 Rounds on the gun with optional mag extensions

Optional 6” True Precision Barrel

Optional Holster that is IWB and OWB Safariland QLS spring

Machined out of 7075 aluminum

Designed and made in the USA. Patents Pending.

Lifetime Warranty

fluxdefense.com/shop/365-raider

B&T USA releases Highly Anticipated SPR86 in 8.6 Blackout

Wednesday, June 12th, 2024

Tampa, FL (June 12, 2024) – After extensive development and end user trials, B&T USA is proud to announce the release of its long-awaited SPR86 to the commercial market. A large caliber variant of the venerable SPR300 PRO; the SPR86 chambered in 8.6 Blackout ships as a deployment kit — just add the glass. This kit includes scope rings, a rail extension for clip-on optical devices, two 10-rd magazines, a folding QD bipod, and a padded discreet soft case. The new SPR86 is available in both pistol and SBR configurations; featuring a full-length printed Titanium reflex suppressor system and is SR25/AR10-pattern magazine compatible.

“The original purchasing element of the SPR300 platform required a compact, stowable, precision rifle that was discreet to transport and capable of sub-MOA accuracy out to 150 meters with subsonic ammunition” said Chris Mudgett, Vice President of Marketing for B&T USA. “8.6 Blackout is changing end user requirements thanks to a substantial increase in capability in the form of effective range, intermediate barrier penetration and terminal performance — when compared with 300BLK — without any sacrifice in platform weight or sound/flash performance. With a net increase of just 100 grams and an overall length increase of just over an inch, the SPR86 is the future.”

About the SPR86

Developed off the SPR300 concept, the SPR86 took the lessons learned from its predecessor and upgraded them with a negligible weight increase. Chambered in the 8.6 Blackout cartridge, the platform is capable of accurately launching 300 gr.+ projectiles at subsonic velocities hundreds of meters with precision accuracy. Through extensive testing, the SPR86 has achieved the same levels of accuracy users have come to expect from B&T. MSRP is listed at $5,525 and units will begin shipping 4th quarter 2024.

For more information on B&T USA, visit: www.bt-usa.com

SIG NEXT: An Immersive Brand Experience & Products Launch Showcase

Monday, June 3rd, 2024

NEWINGTON, N.H., (June 3, 2024) – A commitment to innovation is more than simply designing new products and solving problems. Innovation is the unrelenting drive to do things differently, having the audacity to take an unconventional approach and leading with a fierce desire to forge a new path. 

SIG SAUER is proud to present SIG NEXT, an industry first immersive product and brand experience unveiling the highly anticipated 2024 product offerings from SIG SAUER in pistols, rifles, optics and ammunition.  SIG NEXT presents attendees with the rare opportunity to be the very first to experience new products, go behind the scenes, and on the range with SIG developers, engineers, ambassadors, and experts.

“SIG NEXT is the hallmark of innovation and advancements in products and technology; it will unquestionably be the ultimate showcase for content creators, influencers, and industry to experience the future of SIG, with SIG, at SIG,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales.  “While the genesis of SIG NEXT was the platform for our product launches, we are hosting a complete experience and will give attendees unprecedented access to our products and inside our factories to see how we are using the very latest in automation and robotics to achieve unprecedented levels of innovation, quality, and precision.”

SIG NEXT will take off on Monday, June 24 – Wednesday, June 26, 2024 across various SIG SAUER New Hampshire locations including the SIG SAUER Academy, SIG Experience Center, the recently completed SIG SAUER Next-Gen Manufacturing Center, and the SIG SAUER Worldwide Corporate Headquarters. 

The inaugural SIG NEXT event is invitation only, and SIG fans and followers are being given unprecedented access to join the event through the SIG SAUER social media channels @sigsauerinc. Experience SIG NEXT and the future of SIG along-side our guests to learn what’s new from SIG and why SIG is the global leader in small arms innovation.

For more information about SIG SAUER products visit sigsauer.com.

P320-M17 Ceremonial – Forge a New Legacy

Saturday, June 1st, 2024

SIG SAUER is honored to introduce the P320-M17 Ceremonial. Exquisitely crafted to help honor and celebrate a legacy of service.

Inspired by the SIG SAUER ceremonial pistols created for the soldiers who guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

The P320-M17 Ceremonial is built around a high-polish AXG all metal grip module fitted with custom Hogue walnut grip panels. Featuring a high-polish optics-ready slide and SIGLITE front and rear day/night sights. Chambered in 9mm, the P320-M17 Ceremonial maintains the same reliability as its duty-grade cousins with a 4.7” carbon steel barrel, M1913 accessory rail, and 21+1 round capacity. The P320-M17 Ceremonial – an acknowledgement of dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to our country – a symbol of courage, resilience, and undeniable impact, marking the end of a commendable career of service and beginning of active duty alike.

Silence, Respect, Dignity, and Perseverance: The Story of the M17 Tomb of the Unknown Pistols

The M17 Tomb of the Unknown Pistols were presented to the Old Guard in an official ceremony on Thursday, October 11, 2018 at the Arlington National Cemetery Chapel.

www.sigsauer.com/p320-m17-ceremonial

ZeroMark Secures $7M in Seed Funding for “Handheld Iron Dome

Friday, May 31st, 2024

NEW YORK–ZeroMark, a pioneering defense technology startup, has announced a $7 million seed funding round led by prominent venture capital firms Ground Up Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz. This investment accelerates the development of ZeroMark’s groundbreaking AI-powered auto-aiming system, which transforms standard infantry rifles into highly effective counter-drone solutions, providing a “handheld Iron Dome” accessible to every soldier.

“The proliferation of drone technology poses an evolving threat to our armed forces,” said Joel Anderson, CEO of ZeroMark. “Our mission is to empower every soldier with a cost-effective, highly portable counter-drone solution that delivers unparalleled performance. With the support of our investors, we are ready to deploy this critical capability and ensure our defenders maintain a decisive edge on the battlefield.”

ZeroMark’s cutting-edge technology revolutionizes modern warfare by seamlessly integrating advanced computer vision and precision robotics with conventional firearms. The system is the only solution on the market that physically augments the operator’s aim, enabling them to engage threats with unparalleled speed and accuracy. By enhancing the capabilities of standard-issue rifles without impeding their functionality, ZeroMark’s unique approach improves the lethality and precision of armed forces while significantly enhancing operational safety and decision-making efficiency on the ground. This innovative technology ensures that the human remains in control while empowering soldiers to effectively combat fast-moving, low-altitude drone threats.

Jordan Odinsky, Partner at Ground Up Ventures, emphasized the critical need for companies like ZeroMark in protecting freedom and democracy. “As a firm with deep roots in Israel, we have witnessed firsthand the critical need for companies like ZeroMark to provide superior precision hardware and software systems to those that protect and defend freedom and democracy,” Odinsky stated. “We are thrilled to lead this funding round which will enable ZeroMark to have an outsized impact on the way the United States and its allies protect their citizens, law enforcement, and warfighters.”

Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), one of the most prominent venture capital firms in the world and the driving force behind the American Dynamism movement, also led the funding round. “Military precision is critical in the next generation of warfare. We’re proud to support ZeroMark as they build new technology to protect and serve armed forces on the battlefield,” said Katherine Boyle, a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz. ZeroMark’s groundbreaking work has earned them a place in a16z’s American Dynamism portfolio.

The seed funding will accelerate product development, enhance feature integration, and expand operational capabilities. ZeroMark’s technology seamlessly installs on any standard carbine or rifle without tools, and features real-time threat analytics, identification of friend vs foe, and automatic aim augmentation — crucial for maintaining tactical superiority in complex environments.

ZeroMark’s impressive traction is driven by a team of experts and veterans from across the military and technology sectors, including former special operators, leading engineers in computer vision and robotics, and advisors with deep government and security experience.

Next Level Armament Announces 6ARC Phoenix Rifle

Friday, May 31st, 2024

For Immediate Release – Jenison, MI – Innovator in modern sporting rifles, Next Level Armament enters the premium 6ARC market with the Phoenix Rifle. This revolutionary platform combines cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and premium materials to deliver unparalleled performance in the world of firearms.

The Next Level Armament Phoenix Rifle features a precision machined billet receiver set with fully ambidextrous controls with an NLA handguard covering a high-performance Helix 6 Precision barrel. The NLA DLC coated bolt carrier group provides long service life with easy cleaning and maintenance and, the Scythe ambidextrous charging handle provides maximum clearance with your optic.

At the heart of the Phoenix Rifle is a Helix 6 Precision Carbon Fiber barrel. The Helix 6 Precision Carbon Fiber Barrel enhances accuracy, with the benefit of reduced weight compared to traditional steel barrels. The Helix 6 Precision patented carbon wrap process and high carbon fiber to resin ratio also dissipates heat at a higher rate than its competitors which has been shown to reduce wear and tear on the barrel.  This means you can enjoy the improved handling and maneuverability of a lightweight rifle without sacrificing performance.

Components that complete the rifle include the B5 stock, B5 pistol grip, Triggertech Duty Trigger, and the NLA muzzle break.

Phoenix Rifle Features:

– Helix 6 Precision Carbon Fiber Barrel
– Barrel length options 16”, 18”, and 20?” lengths, 1-7 Twist rate
– Barrel weight: 29 oz (16”), 33 oz (18”), and 36 oz (20”)
– Ascend Phoenix billet receiver set with ambidextrous controls
– Titanium Drum Safety Selector with Stainless Nitrided Plunger
– NLA DLC coated Bolt Carrier Group
– NLA Ambidextrous charging handle
– NLA 15” MLOK Handguard

– Complete rifle weight starts at 6.2 lbs

MSRP: Starting at $3039

Learn more at nextlevelarmament.com