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Cabot Watch Company Mutineer – Now Open for Pre-Order

July 31st, 2024

“Christian Craighead is a bad example to young soldiers. His mutineer attitude promotes lawlessness in the military.”

– British military top brass

Christian Craighead is collaboraying with Cabot Watch Company (CWC) to introduce The Mutineer.

He shared these notes on this new watch:

As a young soldier in the Parachute Regiment, I relied on a CWC watch but never dreamed I would one day have the opportunity to design my own. That fateful day in January 2019 was yet another reminder to always favor an AUTOMATIC watch over a smartwatch that needs charging.

The Mutineer, crafted to my exact specifications, is not only the perfect blend of functionality and style, but has several subtle elements reflecting my own military experiences. It carries the reminder to continuously question ideals set forth by those with titles, yet lack authenticity and true leadership.

Individually numbered, each one secures its place in the world of significant pieces. This initial limited release sets the stage for the Mutineer’s exclusivity, while making sure it will always remain a prized possession.

Pre-order yours here:
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Introducing the XR2 Ultra, Compact, Lightweight and Rechargeable Weapon Light with Red Aiming Laser

July 31st, 2024

Fountain Valley, CA—SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest—and most innovative—illumination tools and tactical products, is proud to announce the highly capable, easily concealable XR2 weaponlight with visible red or green aiming laser is now shipping in the red laser configuration.

The XR2 is a lightweight, ultra compact, rechargeable handgun weaponlight with aiming laser that boasts an impressive 800 lumens and 15,000 candela. The XR2 is activated with intuitive ambidextrous switches that allow for both momentary-on or constant-on activation. This concealable weaponlight operates on a quick-detach battery, enabling the operator to swap out the power source without removing the XR2 from the host weapon and disturbing the laser’s zero.

With its incorporated red aiming laser (green laser model coming soon), the XR2 allows for faster target acquisition, enabling the operator to engage effectively in high-pressure situations. The 5-milliWatt laser is highly visible in various lighting environments, providing a clear aiming point in even the harshest conditions.

The XR2 is designed for a concealable mid-size handgun with its ultra-lightweight, extremely compact, low-profile design. Its rail mount features four points of contact to ensure an added measure of redundancy and security when mounted to a weapon and will securely attach to most Universal-rail-equipped handguns. The dual recoil-proof LEDs result in a Hybrid beam pattern with significant reach downrange as well as ample spill light, so you can positively ID targets at distance while maintaining situational awareness.

XR2 Features:

• Dual LEDs deliver 800 lumens of intense white light and 15,000 candela shaped in to a Hybrid beam pattern; ideal for positive target identification at short- to medium-range distances, delivering a bright central beam and ample spill light

• Choose between red laser with an output of 5 milliWatts/635 nanometers and green laser with an output of 5 milliWatts/515 nanometers for rapid target acquisition from nonstandard shooting positions

• Compact form factor is ideal for concealment, adding no additional width or length to most mid-sized concealable handguns.

• SureFire’s intuitive and ambidextrous switching provides momentary-on or constant-on activation for virtually foolproof, stress-free instant activation

• Quick-detach, rechargeable lithium polymer battery provides fast and easy battery swaps without removing the XR2 from the host firearm, ideal for prolonged low-light training sessions

• Battery-mounted fuel gauge allows convenient monitoring of charge status; it minimizes your chances of being caught with a dead battery

• Included charging cradle features two charging bays so you can keep charged spare batteries readily at hand

• Weatherproof, sealed gasket to ensure durability in rainy conditions

For more information on the XR2, visit www.surefire.com/xr2.

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Joint Counter-Small UAS Office Conducts Successful Counter Drone-Swarm Demonstration

July 31st, 2024

WASHINGTON — The Army held its most challenging counter-small unmanned aircraft systems test to date, paving the way for Soldiers to field capabilities against small-UAS attacks in the future.

During the Joint Counter-Small Unmanned Systems Office’s (JCO) fifth C-sUAS demonstration, held at Yuma Proving Ground June 3-28, 2024, testers launched more than 40 UAS targets that converged on a defended area in each session. The tests helped the JCO evaluate the command-and-control capabilities of nine C-sUAS systems, observing how each sensed and identified different types of UAS threats.

“It was a very successful demonstration in informing U.S. [forces] and our allies what capabilities exist out there for this very challenging profile,” said Col. Michael Parent, JCO Acquisition Division chief.

“You don’t want to obviously engage the target multiple times,” Parent added. “You’ve got so many [UAS] coming at you, you have to be able to differentiate and have the most promising threat first.”

The demonstration presented a wide array of threats that swarmed the C-sUAS systems in mass and in waves, showcasing both kinetic and non-kinetic defeat solutions. Experiments tested capabilities that included guided rockets, kinetic interceptor drones, electro-optical/infrared cameras, radio frequency scanners and radio frequency jammers.

Demonstration threat profiles used rotary wing, fixed wing and slow-moving, and propeller-powered UAS threats. The JCO chose the nine systems from eight vendors pulled out of a pool of 58 vendor proposals.

Small unmanned aircraft systems pose a significant threat to Army and U.S. military operations and are also a particularly dangerous threat in Ukraine and parts of Israel. Drones provide low-cost capability to transport ammunition for targeted attacks and can collect reconnaissance for enemy forces and coordinate attacks.

To combat that threat, former Defense Secretary Mark Esper designated the Army as the executive agent for C-sUAS defense in 2019.

Parent said that the JCO will look to begin prototyping specific C-sUAS proposals in 2025 based on specific capabilities and the needs of combatant commanders. The JCO scheduled its next C-sUAS demonstration between the second and third quarters of fiscal year 2025.

According to Parent, compared to the previous four demonstrations held from 2021 to 2023, the vendors’ systems showed greater speed and recognition of threats.

The test marked the first demonstration the service has held in nearly 12 months.

“The challenge of the profile really meant that no one characteristic, no one capability, whether kinetic or non-kinetic, in itself could really defeat this kind of a profile,” stated Parent. “So what we saw was that you really do need a full system-of-systems approach, a layered approach, because we’re talking about a very large profile, 50 or more [threats] … coming out from different angles, different speeds and different sizes.”

As the JCO is currently evaluating the test results, Parent refrained from commenting on the effectiveness of each vendor’s systems or specific performance data. Of the eight vendors, the JCO chose two proposals from Maryland-based ELTA North America; a vehicle-mounted solution and a platoon transport solution.

The results of the testing will be collected and sent to U.S. combatant commands and the vendors at the end of July, Parent said.

Additionally, the JCO will coordinate with joint partners to identify the priority focus areas of UAS systems.

By Joe Lacdan

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Silencer Central to Showcase Award-Winning Suppressors at 2024 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

July 30th, 2024

SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota (July 30, 2024) – It’s that time of year once again—time for the 84th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, South Dakota, August 2-11, 2024. Silencer Central will be there to help kickstart your ride to suppressor ownership. Silencer Central will have a great selection of high-quality suppressors including award-winning BANISH silencers and accessories available for purchase. Silencer Central will have three convenient locations:

· Black Hills Harley Davidson – 1040 Harley Davidson Way – July 31-August 10, 2024

· Full Throttle Saloon – 19942 SD-79, Vale, SD – August 2-11, 2024

· One Eyed Jacks Saloon – 1304 Main St – August2-11, 2024

“The Sturgis Rally is the “Super Bowl” of motorcycle rallies,” said Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central. “We look forward to joining our friends at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally every year. Our team has a great time, and it gives us a wonderful opportunity to connect and interact with our amazing customers.”

There will be suppressor experts on hand to answer firearm questions, take you through the paperwork process, and show how Silencer Central makes buying a silencer simple. Every silencer purchase also offers a FREE Silencer Central Sturgis Rally t-shirt (available for a limited time only).

Also new this year are daily giveaways at each location including t-shirts, suppressor accessories, free tax stamps and even free silencers! Visit one of the three locations to register to win, daily prizes drawn at 3 p.m.

Celebrating 84 years, the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is the world’s largest motorcycle rally, and is one of the most exciting festivals, embracing the rich culture of motorcycle enthusiasts. Whether you’re a casual weekend rider or fully immersed in the biker lifestyle, Sturgis has something remarkable to offer. Silencer Central will be spread across the Rally at three different locations, ensuring accessibility and convenience for all attendees.

For more information visit SilencerCentral.com, or call 888-781-8778 and join Silencer Nation to receive updates regarding upcoming sales, events, new products and industry news.

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Kratos Design Group – Suppressor Alignment Rods

July 30th, 2024

Kratos Design Group suppressor alignment rods allow you to confirm proper bore alignment and avoid a baffle strike. Made from carbon fiber and held to an extremely tight straightness tolerance our rods won’t bend and give false readings.

The high visibility insert makes it easier to verify alignment and our packaging doubles as a secure storage device on your bench or in the tool box.

6mm and 5.56 available now. 7.62, 6.5 and 9mm coming soon.

www.kratosdesigngroup.com

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GeoCue Launches TrueView GO – Expanding Its Portfolio with Advanced Handheld Mapping

July 30th, 2024

Easily and Quickly Capture Reality While You Walk.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 29, 2024

Huntsville, AL – GeoCue, a leader in geospatial solutions, proudly announces the addition of the TrueView GO to its innovative product lineup, which includes TrueView drone and mobile mapping systems as well as LP360 3D point cloud software. This latest release marks GeoCue’s entry into the handheld mapping arena, setting a new standard for portable, high-precision geospatial data collection.

The TrueView GO is the ultimate handheld mapping system designed for effortless reality capture and detailed 3D mapping. Its intuitive operation simplifies the process to “Ready, set, GO!”- making professional-grade scanning as easy as walking.

The TrueView GO series, featuring the 16-channel 116S and the 32-channel 132S models, integrates cutting-edge GNSS RTK, survey grade LiDAR scanning, cameras and visual SLAM technologies. These features enable users to effortlessly generate digital twins in real-time as they walk, capturing both indoor and outdoor environments with unprecedented ease and speed.

“Launching the TrueView GO, is logically the next step in growing our product offering,” said Frank Darmayan, CEO of GeoCue. “We now give you every option to collect data and make informed decisions about your projects: from the air, on the road, and now by simply walking with our handheld scanner.”

Key Features of the TrueView GO Include:

GNSS RTK and SLAM Fusion: Ensures superior mapping accuracy with a state-of-the-art GNSS Smart Antenna and high-precision LiDAR.

Real-Time SLAM Capabilities: The TrueView GO scanner produces real-time georeferenced point clouds displayed live on the tablet, allowing for instant adjustments and ensuring thorough coverage.

Operate with Weak or No GNSS: TrueView GO uses LiDAR and Visual SLAM to achieve superior results, even in areas without satellite signals, ideal for indoor and urban surveys.

Remote Measurement: The technology has the capability to scan inaccessible areas by collecting reference points without being on the exact point.

Loop-Free Path Planning With RTK: TrueView GO’s SLAM technology eliminates the need for traditional loop closure and overlap, reducing the time and distance required for project completion by allowing flexible, efficient path planning when you have GNSS coverage.

What sets the TrueView GO apart from other handheld mapping scanners is not just the scanner itself but also the powerful new software accompanying it—LP360 LAND. This custom-tailored geospatial software is specifically designed for processing handheld LiDAR and imagery data.

LP360 LAND enhances data accuracy with robust QA/QC tools, 3D point cloud processing and visualization, and featurescapabilities such as SLAM, denoising, colorization, registrationand classification. Leveraging both desktop and cloud environments, LP360 LAND efficiently handles diverse applications like data classification, tree segmentation, volume calculation, and export to BIM, delivering quick and seamless results.

“Our software is pivotal as it allows users to not only create detailed point clouds from raw data but also to carry out quality control on the LiDAR and image data collected,” said Vivien Heriard-Dubreuil, CEO of GeoCue parent company mdGroup. “Furthermore, the integration of LP360 LAND with TrueView GO enhances our workflow tremendously, offering the ability to effortlessly process, combine and integrate data from varied sources such as drones, mobile units, and terrestrial scans.”

The TrueView GO handheld mapping scanner helps to combine various data sets, enabling the creation of a digital twin of any project. The result is a dense, precise, and highly accurate As-built environment of your entire project.

GeoCue’s TrueView GO is designed for professionals across various industries, including surveying, civil engineering, construction, urban planning and forestry, providing them with the tools they need to collect detailed and accurate data efficiently.

“The TrueView GO represents a significant expansion of our addressable market beyond traditional drone LiDAR systems due to its accessibility, affordability, and ease of use,” explained Vincent Legrand, Vice President of Global Sales.

“This device is versatile enough to be used in a wide array of environments and applications, from indoor settings to expansive outdoor areas. Perfect for fields such as forensic crime scene investigations, historic building preservation, facility digitalization, and Scan to BIM processes. Essentially, if you can walk through your project, you can utilize the TrueViewGO. This adaptability opens up countless possibilities for professionals across various industries, ensuring that advanced mapping technology is now within reach of many more users.”

The TrueView GO is now available for pre-orders, packaged with the powerful LP360 LAND processing software, allowing users to process, combine, and fuse collected data with unparalleled ease.

To learn more about GeoCue, visit www.geocue.com.

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Rainier Arms Releases EVO GRIP Forward Grip

July 30th, 2024

Rainier Arms is pleased to announce the availability of the EVO GRIP, a modern foregrip design for rifles, carbines, PCCs, and other long guns.

Yes, it’s a new foregrip option. No, it’s not just another foregrip. But of course, we’d say that so here’s a brief rundown explaining why you should care.

First, here’s what it won’t do:

Mount a bayonet
Push any lumens
Throw any candela
Hold a spare mag
Mount a spare gun
Deploy a spring-loaded bipod

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NuF1ly5N7_M

Next, here’s what it will do:

Channel and manage your cables
Take a beating, even if you’re slamming it against barricades
Let you maintain your grip even when your hand is sweaty, muddy, bloody, greasy, or slimy (but not wimpy or sissy)
Adjusts from vertical to canted for preferred hold
Help you more efficiently manipulate the weapon
Gain +1 Bonus Action with advantage around barricades or doing transitions (probably)

Rainier EVO Grip

The EVO was designed with an alliance of ergonomics and durability in mind. To that end, we’ve included a 10° plate (in addition to the flat plate) users can use to install the grip with a forward or backward cant, depending on preference.

It ships with a flat (i.e. no-tilt) plate installed for a true vertical/perpendicular hold. Installation is simple: mount the plate to your rail, then slide the grip onto the dovetail.

Both plates provide reliable cable management for illumination, IR, VIR, devices, etc. (up to 3.5mm or smaller).

Features:

Cable Management

Optional ten-degree (10° ) cant

Knurled surface for reliable grip

Tapered dovetail locking mechanism

Specs:

6061 Aluminum

3.4 oz

2.5 tall x 1.65″ wide x 0.8″ thick

Learn more at Rainier Arms.

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Tactical Tuesday: Coming Soon!

July 30th, 2024

Vertx is about to drop a major visual upgrade that’ll make your favorite go-to packs even more badass. Stay tuned, this is the upgrade you’ve been waiting for, and it’s coming in hot.

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