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FALCO Holsters Launches Hybrid Holsters Featuring New TalonGuard System

November 3rd, 2024

Ft. Lauderdale, FL – October 31, 2024 – FALCO® Holsters, a global leader in crafting innovative holsters and EDC accessories, announces the launch of three new leather/Kydex hybrid holsters featuring their innovative, new TalonGuard™ system. FALCO’s new hybrid holsters combine premium Italian leather with a customized Kydex insert that fully covers the trigger guard on both sides. The A910 holster features a Kydex TalonGuard and is fully enclosed by leather, while the A911 and the A911 L combine a Kydex TalonGuard with an exterior comprised of half leather and half Kydex.

According to FALCO Holsters Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Katarina Zacharová, “This design greatly enhances safety and passive retention while preserving the comfortable and quiet experience unique to leather. With TalonGuard, we offer the best of both worlds. By providing the renowned retention and safety of Kydex holsters, our customers enjoy peace of mind without sacrificing the everyday carry comfort of leather.”

New FALCO TalonGuard Hybrid IWB Holsters

IWB Holsters equipped with TalonGuard system
Kydex insert fully encloses the trigger guard (and weapon-mounted light on light-bearing models) for enhanced safety and improved retention
Open-bottom allows for threaded barrels and easy maintenance
Custom-fit for 2,455+ handguns and 80+ lights
Exterior leather delivers a more comfortable carrying experience
Double-thickness leather sweat guard shields the gun from body moisture
Proprietary FALCO stainless steel belt clip with matte black finish delivers a secure fit for belt widths of 1.5” and 2.0”
Premium, pre-tanned Italian leather, hand-molded, stitched, lacquered, and finished by leather artisans
Durable FALCO “Signature Stitching”
Customizable options are available for leather color, stitching, edge color, and more
Lifetime Limited Warranty
30-Day Buyback Guarantee
A910 TalonGuard Hybrid IWB Holster: Kydex insert surrounds the trigger guard with full leather exterior coverage, MSRP: $109.95
A911 TalonGuard Hybrid IWB Holster: Extended Kydex insert covers the trigger guard and front of the handgun, with half leather exterior coverage and two adjustable retention screws, MSRP: $109.95
A911 L TalonGuard Light Bearing Hybrid IWB Holster: Extended Kydex insert covers the trigger guard, light, and front of the handgun, with half leather exterior coverage, two adjustable retention screws, and offers compatibility with rail-mounted lights, MSRP: $119.95

Click to learn more or order a FALCO Holsters TalonGuard Hybrid IWB Holster.

For more information about FALCO Holsters’ complete lineup of holsters and gear, visit FALCOHolsters.com.

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The New P99 Tactical Watch with Carbon Fiber Dial

November 3rd, 2024

Authentic. Automatic. Autonomous.

A sophisticated case construction, selected materials, and, of course, the self-illuminating trigalight technology: the P99 line is traser’s tactical flagship – and as the successor to the P6500, it embodies the brand’s DNA. Now, traser expands its tool watch collection with a fully autonomous variant: the new P99 A Tactical. As the “A” in the name suggests, the timepiece is powered by a Swiss automatic movement.

Reliability through independence: This has been traser’s guiding principle ever since the invention of the world’s first self-illuminating wristwatch in 1989 led to the founding of the brand. More than three decades later, the watch pioneer remains true to its roots – and now presents the new P99 A Tactical, a timepiece that combines highly functional materials with immense durability, and the independence of a Swiss automatic movement.

As Ambitious as its Users

Like a measuring instrument, all indications are optimized for optimal legibility: the hour and minute hands stand out in a distinctive red against the textured carbon fiber dial and matt black case. The date display is designed as an elongated cutout from six to nine o’clock, aligning parallelly to the minute track in order to enhance the clear dial design. The bidirectional rotating bezel features distinctly large numerals, promoting the ease of monitoring time intervals at a glance.

Thanks to a luminescent glass ring seal, a glowing marker on the crown, as well as trigalight self-illuminating elements on the hands and indices, and as a crosshair insert in the bezel, the P99 A Tactical can be reliably read and operated even in complete darkness. What is literally remarkable: the fine trigalight capillaries shine continuously for years without any external power source, and thus ensure –in combination with the Swiss automatic movement – a dependable and autonomous time display at any given moment.

Double the Durability

To protect the precise watch mechanics from severe impacts and shocks, the P99 A Tactical comes with a special case construction: a carbon-fiber-reinforced polymer encases an inner steel container as a second protective layer. A screwed-down crown with robust flank protection, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, and a water resistance up to 20 bar further equip the double-composite case with additional resilience. Finally, a transparent case back offers a view of the automatic movement powering the watch.

The P99 A Tactical can be worn on the wrist with either a textile or rubber strap. In addition to the two black strap options, traser is introducing a textile version with a camouflage pattern.

From the choice of colors and materials to the special case construction and the technologies used, the P99 A Tactical makes no compromises – and reflects traser’s entire tool watch expertise.

More information at traser.com.

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Special Operations Forces (1984)

November 3rd, 2024

This Army training video produced in 1984 was intended for Army Captains and Majors in the Special Forces branch and depict SOF’s role in defense at that time.

The evolving nations with political and economic power struggles have created a constant stream of worldwide special situations and these are the missions of SOF:

1. Foreign internal defense
2. Unconventional warfare
3. Strategic and tactical reconnaissance
4. Strike
5. Strategic and tactical psychological operations (PSYOPS)
6. Civil administration
7. Rescue and evacuation
8. Collection security
9. Humanitarian operations
10. Terrorism counteraction
11. Civil affairs
12. Safeguarding of U.S. citizens abroad
13. Deception operations
14. Security assistance
15. Special Operations Aviation
16. Sabotage

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Industry Day at the Range Announces Supporting Sponsors and Limited Exhibitor Availability for 2025 Event

November 2nd, 2024

LAS VEGAS, N.V. – October 29, 2024 – SHOT Show®?Industry Day at the Range sponsored by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) is thrilled to announce the esteemed industry-leading manufacturers who have committed as Supporting Sponsors for the highly anticipated 20th annual event, set to take place on January 20, 2025.

Renowned companies who have signed as Supporting Sponsors include:

• Action Target

• Armscor Precision

• Colt’s Manufacturing

• CZ USA

• Henry Repeating Arms

• KelTec

• Reptilia

• Rock Island

• Ruger Firearms

• Savage Arms

• Silencer Central

• TrueTimber Camo

As we gear up for 2025, exhibitor slots are filling up at a rapid pace, and we’re nearing full capacity. With over two hundred manufacturers exhibiting each year, this event offers an exclusive opportunity to showcase new products before they hit the market. The event garners millions of digital impressions, making it a valuable advertising opportunity for all industry brands. Beginning the moment Industry Day at the Range begins, sponsors and exhibitors will receive media coverage which will continue throughout SHOT Show and the year. This means your brand and new products generate buzz before the competition even starts, making this an excellent opportunity for businesses to showcase their latest products. Prospective participants are strongly encouraged to secure their spots as soon as possible.

Remaining Sponsorships and Exhibit Spaces:

• Media Lunch Sponsor – Exclusive Shooting Bay; 25 or 100 yards

• Event App Sponsor – Exclusive Shooting Bay; 25 or 100 yards

• Shared Bay: 100 yards

• 10×10 Shooting Area: Ranging from 25-500 yards, a Suppressor Area and Shotgun: Clay Targets

• 10X10 Non-Shooting Display

We would like to emphasize that being an exhibitor at SHOT Show is not a prerequisite for participation at Industry Day. We welcome all eligible exhibitors to join us at this exclusive event. Exhibit pricing is available here and exhibitors can secure their spot by registering.

The 2025 Industry Day at the Range is scheduled to unfold at the esteemed Boulder Rifle and Pistol Club in Boulder City, Nevada, on Monday, January 20, 2025. The event will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., offering opportunities for businesses to connect, network and showcase their products to industry professionals and enthusiasts.

For additional insights and updates on Industry Day at the Range, please visit our official website at SHOTShowRangeDay.com.

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CRKT Launches Two New Knives in the Forged by War Collection

November 2nd, 2024

Both the Xolotl fixed blade and Du Hoc with the Deadbolt lock are part of CRKT’s Forged by War program, which since its inception has generated $500,000 for the designers charities of choice.

Xolotl Fixed Blade

Named after the Aztec god of fire and lightning, amd designed by my friend, SF Veteran Michael Rodriguez, it’s a fixed-blade version of his folding Xolotl™ /show-lo-tl/. It features a spear-point blade with a dagger grind that’s sharp on both sides. Veff Serrations provide powerful rope-cutting performance and the durable sheath offers multiple mounting options.

Du Hoc Deadbolt

Designed by 101st Abn Div Veteran Austin McGlaun, the Du Hoc is named in remembrance of his uncle’s D-Day landing at Pointe du Hoc. The Karambit is a pocketable folding knife which relies on a Deadbolt lock and a small, but still generou, 3.6-inch blade. Armed with Assisted Opening, the blade can be rapidly deployed with either the flipper or thumb stud. The G10 handle with thumb ring aids ergonomics and provides an extra secure grip.

www.crkt.com/new-releases

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JROTC Cadets from Across the Country Take on the National Raider Challenge

November 2nd, 2024

FORT KNOX, Ky. — As the early morning sun broke the dawn, hundreds of JROTC cadets moved to their start positions. Radio crackles could be heard across the starting lines, signaling the competition was about to begin. Nervous faces turned serious. On the command ‘Go!’ cadets broke into a sprint, striving to bring home the gold.

The JROTC National Raider Challenge, hosted by U.S. Army Cadet Command, brought more than 5,000 cadets from across the country to Fort Knox Oct. 24-27, 2024, to test their grit and attempt to bring home the title of National Raider Champion.

“This is an opportunity to see America at its finest, and these young people came to battle it out and they want to win,” said Sgt. Maj of the Army Michael R. Wiemer, the Army’s senior enlisted advisor.

While this was an event for high school students, it was not for the faint of heart. The competition featured grueling obstacle courses, a 5K run and the infamous one rope bridge among other challenging tasks. Despite how overwhelming this competition may seem to some, JROTC cadets who have been training for months happily accepted the challenge.

“My team has been training since summer started,” said Cadet Stephanie Quintero-Hernandez from Palmetto High School, Florida. “We knew that we were coming to nationals, and we wanted to win. We’ve been working extra, even during the hurricanes. Nothing stopped us.”

The competition is divided into three divisions – Challenge, Masters and All-Service. The Challenge division competed on Friday and is comparable to junior varsity in other high school sports, with teams being made up of younger or less experienced cadets. The Masters division competed on Saturday and is the equivalent of varsity with teams comprised of primarily upper classmen who typically have years of raider experience. Competing alongside the Master divisions were JROTC programs from the Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps who were slated in the All-Service Division.

Once the Masters and All-Service divisions concluded, the top finishing teams nominated two cadets to represent their school in the Ultimate Raider challenge — a three-mile course broken up into an 800-meter sprint, a 14-station obstacle course, a 25-meter swim and a 2-mile run. The results from the Ultimate Raider Challenge are then combined with their overall scores from Saturday’s events to create the final standings for the competition.

During the final awards ceremony, the top 12 finishers of the Ultimate Raider Challenge were presented a 4-year Army ROTC scholarship. These scholarships will allow the cadets to continue their education at their school of choice with an Army ROTC program, provided that they meet the minimum requirements and choose to serve as an officer in the Army.

“It’s events like this that show the true colors of these cadets and prove that they are ready to be the next generation of leaders for this country,” said Brig. Gen. Maurice Barnett, commanding general of U.S. Army Cadet Command. “We saw some true grit and determination from all of the competitors as they faced a pretty tough course — and they should be incredibly proud of themselves and their teams.”

In addition to the competition, cadets experienced a festival like atmosphere throughout the weekend. From performances by the Army’s ‘As You Were’ rock band to demonstrations from premier military units, there was plenty to entertain cadets and families. This event also gave cadets the opportunity to talk to multiple universities, helping them decide their paths after high school.

Competition Results

Masters Division

Male

1st Place — Leavenworth High School

2nd Place — Adairsville High School

3rd Place — Etowah High School

Female

1st Place — Leavenworth High School

2nd Place — Ozark High School

3rd Place — Warren County High School

Mixed

1st Place — Clarkrange High School

2nd Place — Georgia Military College Prep School

3rd Place — Smith-Cotton High School

All-Service Division

Males

1st Place — Hendersonville High School

2nd Place — Camdenton High School

3rd Place — Campbell County High School

Females

1st Place — Live Oaks High School

2nd Place — Logan County High School

3rd Place — Smith-Cotton High School

Mixed

1st Place — Walker High School

2nd Place — Concordia Lutheran High School

3rd Place — Rhea County High School

Challenge Division

Male

1st Place — George Rogers Clark High School

2nd Place — Manatee High School

3rd Place — Bluffton High School

Female

1st Place — Palmetto High School

2nd Place — Manatee High School

3rd Place — Claudia Taylor Johnson High School

Mixed

1st Place — Newsome High School

2nd Place — Northeast High School

3rd Place — Kenwood High School

By Ian Ives

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Kratos Design Group Expands “Hera” Bag Rider Product Line to include SOPMOD Stocks

November 1st, 2024

Building on the existing options for Magpul SL & SL-S stocks, Kratos Design Group announces a new addition to fit SOPMOD & Enhanced SOPMOD stocks.

The Hera Bag Riders provide more surface area to contact your rear support bag giving you some benefits of a precision stock while maintaining the small profile and features of an assaulter-style stock. Designed to fit perfectly with the contours of the stock, it seamlessly integrates as part of the stock.

A defining feature of the Hera bag rider is the ability to store a ¼” bit and a Multitasker Nano optic adjustment tool giving the user a method to have tools with your rifle at all times (sold separately).

The Hera features a very aggressive texture on the bottom to ensure positive contact with the rear bag and prevent slippage.

The design incorporates multiple tabs and an alloy steel bolt to securely hold the bag rider in place. One of the tabs integrates with the bottom sling mount and prevents the bag rider from moving up and down along the stock.

Weighing just 0.9 oz the Hera adds over 2 inches of surface area to the bottom of your stock.

The Hera bag Rider for Sopmod stocks are available in Black. FDE & ODG will be released shortly after.

Plans to further expand the Hera line include bag riders for Magpul CTR & B5 Bravo stocks and will be released later in 2024.

Backed by a lifetime warranty and Made in T exas, the Hera Bag Rider is designed to last for years of service and provide you with a stable foundation for shooting with magnified optics.

The Kratos Design Group Hera & Hera Lite bag riders are available directly from Kratos or at any of their dealers.

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Strike Industries and Narsil Dynamics Announce Strategic Partnership to Launch Advanced AI Drone, “Waspy” in 2025

November 1st, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 31, 2024

Pioneering autonomous drone technology with groundbreaking latency reduction, target acquisition, and real-time facial recognition capabilities.

Las Vegas, Nevada — Narsil Dynamics, a leader in drone technology with a legacy as Asia’s first large-scale drone manufacturer, has teamed up with Strike Industries (SI) to introduce the Waspy—a revolutionary AI-powered drone poised to transform military, commercial, and search-and-rescue (SAR) operations. Set for its first public demo flight in December 2024, Waspy leverages advanced AI capabilities to minimize latency, providing unmatched target acquisition without reliance on traditional FPV piloting.

Click here to watch our intro video.

Autonomous Precision Targeting and AI-Driven Tracking

Designed primarily for military use, Waspy’s AI-driven capabilities allow it to autonomously “chase” and secure targets based on predefined parameters. Operators can import specific target data, enabling Waspy to search and identify individuals based on features such as clothing colors or distance from a set location. By eliminating the need for direct control, Waspy significantly reduces the limitations traditionally posed by signal transmission delays.

This autonomous targeting is further enhanced by high-end models featuring integrated real-time facial recognition, priced competitively at around $2000, while entry-level models are set to retail at approximately $1000.

Manufactured in the USA and Taiwan with Zero Reliance on Chinese Chipsets

Reflecting Narsil Dynamics’ commitment to security and reliability, Waspy will be manufactured in both the USA and Taiwan. The drone’s production process is entirely free of Chinese chipsets, ensuring a secure, stable, and technologically independent platform.

Click here to watch our intro video.

Company History: Setting Global Standards in Drone Innovation

Founded with a commitment to innovation, the original team of Narsil Dynamics achieved a Top global ranking in the 2010s and delivered its first large scale drone to the Taiwan Police Department in 2013, advancing law enforcement capabilities across Asia. From law enforcement applications to groundbreaking solutions worldwide, the founders of Narsil have consistently set industry standards. Now, with Waspy, Narsil Dynamics pushes boundaries once again, bringing the world a new level of autonomy in drone technology.

Upcoming Demo and Purchase Information

Waspy’s debut demo flight is scheduled for December 2024, offering an exclusive look at its cutting-edge functionality. Narsil Dynamics will open purchase orders in early 2025, and interested parties can follow the company’s social media and website for the latest updates and details.

Stay Connected

For continuous updates on Waspy and other groundbreaking innovations, follow Narsil Dynamics on Instagram and visit our official website. Join us in witnessing a new era in autonomous drone technology.

Email: info@narsildynamics.com

Instagram: instagram.com/narsildynamics

Youtube: youtube.com/@NarsilDynamics

Website: www.narsildynamics.com

Narsil Dynamics and Strike Industries’ collaboration signals a major step forward in the world of autonomous drone technology, setting a new standard for performance, security, and innovation in both military and commercial applications.

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