Everyday marks an anniversary of a significant event in American military history, but today stands out among them.
On this date in 1993, US service members were engaged in what is now known as the Battle of Mogadishu. A joint organization was formed named ” TF Ranger” to deploy to Mogadishu, Somalia in support of a UN-led humanitarian mission. Already having conducted operations for some time, on 3 October they raided the city’s Olympic Hotel in order to capture key leaders of the Aidid Militia.
Unfortunately, during the exfil portion of the raid, a battle ensued which claimed the lives of 18 Americans and wounded another 73. Additionally, CW3 Michael Durant was captured by the Aideed militia. Fortunately, Durant was later repatriated and went on to retire from the 160th.
Of the men killed that day, two would be awarded the Medal of Honor, Delta Operators Gary Gordon and Randy Shughart, for their selfless efforts to protect Durant after his aircraft, callsign Super 64, was shot down.
Recently, the US Army reevaluated the awards presented to the participants of that battle and amongst the Ranger element, upgraded 60 veteran’s awards including 58 Silver Stars and two Distinguished Flying Crosses. The order of battle included other organizations and their Soldiers will soon receive similar upgrades.
If you are unfamiliar with the events, one of the best accounts of the battle is contained in the book, “Blackhawk Down” by author Mark Bowden. Much of the information was serialized prior to the book’s publication in the Philadelphia Enquirer. Later this was made into a movie bearing the same name.
Please take a moment to remember these men and their sacrifice.
Additionally, the 75th Ranger Regiment was created on this day in 1984, with the stand up of its 3rd Battalion. Almost four decades later, the Ranger Regiment boasts boasts five battalions of some of the most elite warriors on the face of our planet.
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – September 30, 2021 – Bushnell®, an industry leader in performance optics, continues its title sponsorship of the GA Precision/Bushnell “GAP Grind” Pro/Am. Widely known as the largest and most sought-after precision rifle match in the world, the 2021 GAP Grind/Bushnell Pro/Am will be hosted by K&M Precision Rifle Training October 1-3 at the K&M Shooting Complex in Finger, Tennessee.
During this year’s competition, Bushnell will be debuting new 2021 Elite Tactical optics and will have multiple staff members and team shooters on site throughout the match. As a bonus, attendees at this year’s competition will have the opportunity to get hands-on with new Elite Tactical riflescopes at two side stages before the main match.
In partnership with GA Precision and Daniel Defense, new Elite Tactical DMR3 and XRS3 riflescopes will be available for attendees to test out on both centerfire and rimfire rifles. The newly released XRS3 6-36×56 FFP and DMR3 3.5-21×50 FFP scopes feature the most advanced Elite Tactical optical system ever. Both the DMR3 and XRS3 come with a high magnification ED Prime objective, as well as fully multi-coated elements, EXO Barrier™ protection and a proprietary G4P reticle with new reticle element coating. The new coating pushes the limits of the ultrawideband coating system by increasing light transmission by nearly 2% over previous designs. The culmination of these improvements delivers state-of-the-art optical performance in an already proven, durable and repeatable package.
Bushnell will also debut other recently introduced products during the event including the new Fusion X rangefinding binoculars and Elite Tactical LMSS2 spotting scope. Attendees are encouraged to stop by the Bushnell booth to see the latest in new products as well as speak with factory representatives.
For more information on Bushnell Elite Tactical or to see their full lineup of optics, visit Bushnell.com. For additional information on the GAP Grind, go to kmprecisionrifletraining.com.
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – September 30, 2021 – RCBS, the leading manufacturer of ammunition reloading equipment for rifles and pistols, along with Champion Traps & Targets and Hoppe’s, is pleased to announce that the three Vista Outdoor brands have once again teamed up to sponsor the GA Precision/Bushnell “GAP Grind” Pro/Am.
Widely known as the largest and most sought-after precision rifle match in the world, the 2021 GAP Grind/Bushnell Pro/Am will be hosted by K&M Precision Rifle Training October 1-3 at the K&M Shooting Complex in Finger, Tennessee. In association with the Precision Rifle Series (PRS), the competition will include individual, and team awards for both amateurs and professionals.
Pro shooters representing RCBS, Champion and Hoppe’s will be competing throughout the weekend’s events, and the three brands will also bring a variety of products for competitors to see firsthand. This year, RCBS released two new powder dispensers, the ChargeMaster Link and ChargeMaster Supreme. The Link is built off the rock-solid load cell and electronics found in the popular RCBS ChargeMaster Lite, but now offers best-in-class Bluetooth® technology to make reloading easier than ever. The Supreme also features Bluetooth as well as feedback loop algorithms and automatic adjustments as part of its exclusive “Learn Mode” function that helps to make reloading easier than ever.
Products from all three brands will be heavily featured on the prize table and attendees at this year’s match are encouraged to stop by the booth and talk with brand representatives about their personal reloading and gun care needs.
ANOKA, Minnesota – September 28, 2021 – Team Federal had an impressive finish at the 2021 Microtech Pro-Am 3-Gun Championship held at the Clinton House Plantation in Clinton, South Carolina, September 24-26. Team Federal finished second place as a Pro-Am team, with team member Tucker Schmidt finishing 2nd overall out of 186 shooters. Federal Ammunition was a Premier Level sponsor of the event.
This Pro-Am style match is intended to introduce new shooters to the world of 3-Gun competitions. There were nine total stages that required competitors to execute their game plan and their fundamentals with rifle, pistol and shotgun. Each amateur is paired with an experienced pro shooter and the pro is encouraged to assist the amateur while shooting.
“Donnie Flowe and the crew at Clinton House Plantation put an amazing event together. The stages were well designed and challenged both pro and amateur shooters to execute their game plan and their fundamentals,” said Federal Shooting Sports Promotions Manager Jason Spradling. “It was really good to see so many amateur shooters express a serious interest in getting involved in 3-Gun competitions.”
Schmidt’s ammunition used at the match included American Eagle 223 Rem. 55-grain FMJ, Federal Gold Medal 223 Rem. 69-grain Sierra MatchKing, Federal Gold Medal Grand 12-gauge loads, and 9mm Major handloads with Federal primers.
“I love taking part in these events and helping newer shooters experience the competition and camaraderie of 3-Gun. It’s so much fun to see them begin to understand the game and apply their skill sets to the challenges of the course,” said Schmidt. “In these matches, there is no room for any kind of malfunction, and misses will kill your score. My Federal ammo performed flawlessly all three days and I was able to earn a second place trophy, just a couple of points behind the leader.”
For more information on all products from Federal or to shop online, visit www.federalpremium.com.
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We developed the Corvus Defensio UBC-43 Holster especially for the purpose of deep concealed carry of slim line versions of the Glock pistol series. Despite that there are similar products out there already – primarily for double stack pistols – none of them fulfilled our desires. The wish to carry a Glock 43 deeply concealed, loaded, safe and comfortable on a daily basis and still being able to draw the gun quickly pushed us to develop the UBC-43. The exceptional cooperation with the young Austrian Holster and Gear manufacturer Black Trident gave us the opportunity to transform our ideas into a high quality product.
The holster is primarily made to carry a G43 deeply concealed on the 1 o’clock or 11 o’clock position (appendix) inside the waistband below the belt line. The UBC-43 will also fit a G42, G43X and G48. If there is the special need to even deeply conceal a light/laser module on one of the aforementioned Glock models, the holster also takes the gun with a mounted Streamlight TLR6 (only). The UBC-43 is fully ambidextrous.
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Characteristics:
– Deep Concealment IWB APC Holster for Glock 43.
– Optimized for G43 but also fits G43X, G42 and G48.
– Highest possible concealment of the gun.
– Optimized for carrying a shirt tucked in.
– Ideal for all kinds of grip textures (skate board tape, rough stippling, etc.) due to total coverage of the grip by the holster body (no skin contact)
– Fits all kinds of extended mag release and slide stops.
– Fits all magazine extensions.
– Fits all kinds of iron sights (doesn’t fit red dots!)
– Fully ambidextrous (just change clips).
– Optimized for overlapping velcro belts or all kinds of belts with overlapping material to hide the mounting clips.
– Fits Glocks with Streamlight TLR6 light/laser module.
– Handmade by Black Trident out of 2,2 mm Kydex.
– Adjustable draw resistance (best function with least resistance!)
– Full protection of trigger, mag release and slide stop.
– When carrying the gun the muzzle will not point directly to groin when bending the upper body.
– Best comfort for prolonged sedentary occupation.
– Best possible freedom of movement.
– Discreet steel mounting clips for 1.5 inch belts (powder coated).
–Unsuitable for direct mounting on pants without a belt.
– Alternative velcro mounts available separately for overlapping velcro belts.
Application and Warning Message:
– Always be sure of the condition of your firearm and always treat the gun as loaded when you handle it in combination with the UBC-43.
– For safety reasons we strongly recommend to carry the gun with no round in the chamber when you are using the UBC-43. To draw the gun one has to push it out of the holster by touching the muzzle! To carry the gun loaded is at one’s own risk!
– The UBC-43 is a niche product for special needs and special situations. It does not fit every body type!
– Our understanding of deep concealment carry is the priorization of concealing the gun before other features as speed of draw or the use of red dot sights and various weapon mounted lights and lasers. This product is not suitable for customers who prioritize the latter!
– Despite several draw techniques are possible we strongly recommend to push out the gun at the muzzle with the support hand and draw it with the shooting hand!
– We recommend to put thread locker on all screws of the holster (e. g. Loctite 243). Regularly check the status of all screws!
– The holster can be used for G43X, G42 and G48 but it is optimized for G43 models!
– If a TLR6 light/laser model should be used the rubber spacers have to be replaced by the included plastic spacer. Attention: In this case the drawing resistance will be higher and the drawing angle will be different! This will require a slightly changed drawing technique! The UBC-43 is optimized for a G43 without any lights mounted!
– The steel clips are otimized for maximum discreetnes. They will not fix the holster 100% to the belt like a vice. The velcro mounts will only stop the holster from sliding down. Addidtionally the holster is fixed by the clamping force that originates between the body and the belt/pants.
Otokar and Milrem Robotics signed a teaming agreement to explore opportunities for unmanned and remote-controlled ground vehicles.
Turkey’s land systems manufacturer Otokar and the European leading robotics and autonomous systems developer Milrem Robotics signed a teaming agreement during the DSEI 2021 exhibition in London to merge know-how and resources for autonomy development and application for unmanned and robotic operations of military vehicles.
Otokar’s and Milrem Robotics’ cooperation will entail working with the existing fleet of vehicles of both companies and introducing new systems by developing intelligent functions, encryption, and safety features as well as environmental awareness and hybridization.
“We anticipate that the future battlefield will consist of a mix of unmanned and manned assets which are seamlessly connected into a well-functioning integrated system,” said Kuldar Väärsi, CEO of Milrem Robotics. “Combining the know-how and expertise of Milrem Robotics, the leading technology provider and systems house for not only autonomous and robotic systems, but also for optionally manned ground systems and Otokar, a strong and innovative land systems provider, will allow us to deliver our customers new capabilities in the land systems segment,” Väärsi added.
Regarding the agreement Otokar General Manager Serdar Görgüç said: “As the pioneer land systems company of Turkey, Otokar continues to introduce innovative solutions in land systems by taking into account the current and future requirements of modern armies and security forces. We consider the different needs and expectations of our users and provide customer-oriented solutions. In this context we are delighted to announce our cooperation with Milrem Robotics. I’m confident the combination of Otokar’s combat proven know-how and unique R&D, engineering and testing capabilities in armored vehicles and the Milrem Robotics’ expertise and know-how in autonomy, artificial intelligence and remote control will lead to significant developments in unmanned and remote-controlled land systems. This collaboration will enable us to go one step further to generate Otokar’s line of unmanned ground vehicles (UGV) in addition to our existing product range.”
