TYR Group is well known for training in tracking. Founder John Hurth is a retired Special Forces NCO who thought it would be a good idea to offer a training course in the fundamentals of irregular warfare for those who haven’t been exposed to this concept in the past. With so much of this going on across the world, I think he’s on to something.
Irregular Warfare (IW) 101: Resistance and Insurgency isn’t a hands on course but rather presented from an academic point of view, explaining the chart above and how the concepts apply to historical and current events.
Subjects include:
• Introduction to Irregular Warfare
• Underlying causes of resistance movements
• Organization and activities of the resistance (the Underground, Auxiliary, Guerrilla Force)
• Clandestine and Covert behavior
• Evolutionary Dynamics
• Resistance Leadership
• Influences on motivation and behavior
• Ideology, Group Dynamics and Radicalization
• Psychological Risk Factors
• Underground Psychological Operations: Propaganda and Agitation
• Passive Resistance
• Active Resistance
• Subversion and manipulation of crowds
• Paramilitary Operations
• Resistance recruitment, training, and financial support
This course in Oregon is conveniently broken down into two modules. Students may take the first module taught on day one and two, or take full advantage of completing the entire five-day IW 101 course.
The company’s key objective is to protect police, prison and security officers, and to reduce the number of knife and workplace violence related injuries.
UK based PPSS Group has recently seen record sales for their SlashPRO® Slash Resistant Clothing brand, offering tested, certified and reliable levels of cut resistance.
Poverty and social exclusion, religious and political extremism, drugs, social media as well as serious mental illnesses have all been blamed for the global rise of knife crime.
The news of individuals grabbing a kitchen knife and causing serious harm and injury to others has become a rather normal daily occurrence today.
Knives have recently also become the weapon of choice for many so called “lone-wolf” attackers due to the low planning required to conduct a knife attack whether against an individual or mass group.
Homeland security agencies, such as police, prison, border control, immigration and customs units, as well as private security companies from around the world have now turned to the firm to purchase garments protecting their officers from such weapon.
SlashPRO® Slash Resistant Clothing is made from 100% Cut-Tex® PRO, a highly acclaimed, cut resistant fabric made in Great Britain. According to the manufacturer the fabric is comfortable to wear, skin friendly and Latex free.
The company’s CEO, Robert Kaiser said: “Slashing dangers are now relatively frequent for these workers and it is has become a realistic and daily occupational risk. The cutting of an artery or blood vessel can cause rapid blood loss, shock and even fatality, and it is our mission to protect professionals at risk, with a range of easy-to-wear, slash resistant clothing.”
“There are men and women out there who have made a professional choice in their lives to protect other human beings, facilities, venues, events and infrastructure from the bad guys”
“We at PPSS Group genuinely believe those men and women have the moral and legal right to be equipped appropriately, and slash resistant clothing is appropriate and ultimately can save valuable lives”.
SlashPRO® Slash Resistant Clothing can purchased directly through the company’s online shop: www.slash-pro.com
The 2019 USSOCOM Innovation Foundry Summit is soliciting your ideas about what lies ahead for the world 10 years from now, and what challenges or opportunities will be presented to Special Operations Forces (SOF). We are interested in the impacts of technological innovation in the civilian society within the Texas Technology Ecosystem. What new or evolved technology will have the greatest impact, either as a challenge or as an opportunity, for SOF in 2029? How is daily life for humans around the world going to differ from today? What innovations will industry invent, which will shape society 10 years from now? How will technologies become disruptive by themselves or converged with other technologies? What are the Diplomatic, Information, Military and Economic (DIME) actions and their Political, Military, Economic, Social, Information, and Infrastructure (PMESII) effects created by this technological evolution? We want to know how you see the world in 2029 and the critical impacts it might pose for SOF.
To enter, submit a short summary paper (American Psychological Association (APA) Format, up to 2-5 pages total) describing any technology, how it will be proliferated and the basis for your position. The technology can be an advancement of an existing technology that exists today or a new technology that does not exist today. You should show how this technology will affect the world 10 years from now and what challenges and or opportunities it might present for Special Operation Forces at that time. Your solutions should at a minimum answer the following questions (not necessarily in order):
1 What technology lies ahead for the world 10 years from now, and what challenges or opportunities will be presented to SOF.
2 What are the impacts of technological innovation in the civilian society around the globe?
3 What new or evolved technology will have the greatest impact, either as a challenge and/or as an opportunity, for SOF in 2029?
4 How is daily life for humans around the world going to differ from today?
5 What innovations will industry invent, that will shape society l 0 years from now?
6 How will technologies become disruptive by themselves or converged with other technologies?
7 What are the PMESII effects created by this technological evolution?
8 How do you see the world in 2029 and the critical impacts it might pose for SOF?
Things to avoid:
1 The Seeker is not looking for a review article on the subject of futuristic predictions. Your submission needs to be about a possible technology based on facts and current research and not a summary of all speculations that exist.
2 The Seeker is not interested in pointing towards 3rd party ideas. They want your thoughts and not to just point out someone else’s. You can use others as references, but the bulk should be your own thoughts.
They are doing this via a prize challenge which is a conceptualized essay-written event, created by a “Seeker”, United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), where participants, the “Solvers”, provide an answer or solution to a Prize Challenge question or concept ideation. Solvers, will attempt to solve a future task and/or a current physical/mechanical/conceptual limitation and provide a 3-5 page essay, based off of preset evaluation guidelines and their research, to answer the Prize Challenge question. Essays will be ranked against each other and inputted into an Order of Merit (OML) placement. USSOCOM will review and analyze the essays and award set rewards, once the event is closed.
Submissions to this Challenge must be received by 11:59 PM (US Eastern Time) on Mar 8, 2019. Late submissions will not be considered.
Global Ordnance LLC and GRAND POWER announce Partnership, Global Ordnance is the exclusive supplier of GRAND POWER Firearms to the U.S., beginning March 12th, 2019.
Global Ordnance LLC and GRAND POWER has worked together since 2014 on multiple defense projects, including supplying the U.S. Military with pistols and heavy machine guns. They recently partnered with Global Ordnance in adapting GRAND POWER’s existing STRIBOG design to meet the US Army’s Sub Compact Weapon System (SCWS), which is one of six down selectees and is pending award by the U.S. Army. Global Ordnance LLC is now partnering with GRAND POWER for commercial opportunities in the U.S. and will be the exclusive importer of GRAND POWER firearms into the United States.
This includes the following models: STRIBOG SP9A1, K100, K100 X-Trim, P1, P11, P1 Ultra, Q100, Q1S, X-Calibur, P45, P45L, XP45, P40, P40L, XP40, K22S, K22 X-Trim, P380, CP 380, & LP 380. GRAND POWER firearms feature a Rotating Barrel to improve accuracy and reduce recoil. Each pistol delivered by Global Ordnance will feature 3 magazines
The Global Ordnance improved STRIBOG SP9A1, will feature an upgrade to the currently available on the U.S. market SP9A1s. The Global Ordnance model will feature a non-reciprocating charging handle and three magazines. The handle reduces recoil and allows for eliminating the risk of anything getting snagged on the charging handle; a modification which at the same time provides a safety improvement. *Arm brace not included
Global Ordnance is working with GRAND POWER to introduce new firearms for the U.S. market. GRAND POWER is located in Banska Bystrica, Slovakia. GRAND POWER has a current portfolio of more than 40 different models of pistols in all common pistol caliber (.22, .32ACP, .380ACP, 9mm Makarov, 9mm Luger, 9x21mm, .357Mag, .40SW, .45ACP and 10mm). GRAND POWER has been making firearms for 17 years and currently exports to more than 60 countries worldwide. Global Ordnance and GRAND POWER are both ISO certified. Global Ordnance and GRAND POWER are confident that teaming together, they can bring the best value and quality firearms to the American gun enthusiast.
Global Ordnance is performing customer service and warranty support for the U.S. market.
For more information on these products, visit: www.globalordnance.com or call 941-549-8388.
Today’s Max Talk is based on Episode 019: Tactical Training: How Safe is it?
This is the twelfth installment of ‘Max Talk Monday’ which shares select episodes from a series of instructional videos. Max Velocity Tactical (MVT) has established a reputation on the leading edge of tactical live fire and force on force training. MVT is dedicated to developing and training tactical excellence at the individual and team level.
Max Talk 019 is a discussion on range safety at tactical live firing classes, and how we run things at Max Velocity Tactical.
Max is a tactical trainer and author, a lifelong professional soldier with extensive military experience. He served with British Special Operations Forces, both enlisted and as a commissioned officer; a graduate of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. Max served on numerous operational deployments, and also served as a recruit instructor. Max spent five years serving as a paramilitary contractor in both Iraq and Afghanistan; the latter two years working for the British Government in Helmand Province, Afghanistan.
Bigfork, MT, March 4, 2019 – Shield Arms is pleased to announce a reliable and durable 15 round steel magazine prototype for the Glock 43X and 48 pistols that is the same length as an OEM Glock 43X/48 magazine. Glock recently released both the 43X and 48 pistols for the concealed carry market, but a common complaint from consumers is that both pistols are limited to 10 round magazines.
We are currently tooling up for a summer release, with a projected MSRP of $39.99, followed closely by the release of an increased capacity Glock 43 magazine – stay tuned for details. Sign up for the newsletter at shieldarms.com to stay up-to-date on this and other exciting product releases.
Fountain Valley, CA—SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest — and most innovative —illumination tools and tactical products, is proud to announce the launch of the Fury IntelliBeam®.
The latest addition to the Fury family, the Fury IntelliBeam joins the single-output Fury Tactical, providing a versatile, dual-fuel, pocket-sized searchlight that can be powered by either two 123A lithium batteries or a single 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable battery. SureFire’s proprietary IntelliBeam technology utilizes an intelligent sensor and microprocessor-based system to continuously evaluate and seamlessly regulate light output based on your surroundings. The Fury IntelliBeam smoothly dials the output up or down to the optimal setting — anywhere from 15 to 1,500 lumens — based on the amount of ambient light reflecting back to its sensor. In addition to the convenience of not having to cycle through multiple output settings, this cutting-edge technology also helps preserve dark-adapted vision and extend battery life. If you’re illuminating a distant object in an open field, you’ll get all 1,500 lumens. Whether you’re prepping gear or reading something up close, the Fury IntelliBeam always maintains the appropriate level of output for the task at hand. Its precision-machined reflector features a micro-textured reflective coating that creates a far-reaching beam with a bright central area and enough surround light for ideal situational awareness. The Fury IntelliBeam’s high-strength knurled aerospace aluminum body and tailcap are Mil-Spec hard anodized for extreme resistance to abrasion and corrosion while providing a secure grip.
TRZIN, SLOVENIA (4th March 2019) — UF PRO® today announced plans to exhibit its newest military-focused product lineup at both the Enforce Tac and IWA Outdoor Classics trade shows in Germany during the month of March.
Spotlighted at both events will be an innovative camouflage pattern that sows confusion in the subconscious mind by wildly scrambling the brain’s ability to correctly interpret what the eyes see, said the maker of advanced-technology jackets, shirts, pants, hats, caps, and accessories for military and law-enforcement units.
UF PRO® said it also will premier at the two shows a next-generation combat uniform. The new BDU is part of the company’s popular Striker range of tactical wear. It offers a super-rugged design, reconfigurable special pockets, and exceptionally easy field-repair capability, the company reported.
Additionally, UF PRO® indicated it intends to introduce the Hunter Gen.2 FZ Jacket, an upgraded version of its acclaimed light-shelled Hunter FZ jacket for damp and cold spring days. The Hunter Gen.2 FZ Jacket features reinforced sides, extra Velcro® covers on the upper arms, an improved hem design, the company said.
Further, UF PRO® promised to trot out Steel Grey, a new colour option for a select range of the company’s garments.
Meanwhile, attendees of Enforce Tac will get a glimpse of what a BDU from UF PRO®’s current catalogue looks like when decked out in the highly flexible PHANTOMLEAF camouflage pattern. PHANTOMLEAF is an algorithmically designed, auto-adaptive camouflage pattern that can be modularly combined to produce a total camouflage system suited to virtually any environment or condition. The company cautioned that only government organizations can purchase this pattern, available on demand, from UF PRO®.
Another camouflage pattern set for viewing is PRYM1, which will only be shown to UF PRO® booth visitors at IWA. The company said it will demonstrate using a currently available UF PRO® BDU how PRYM1’s tiny, differently shaped dots of various pure colours fragment visible light to create a blending effect similar to that which enables wildlife predators—leopards, for example—to go totally unnoticed by their quarry.
The camouflage pattern UF PRO® will exhibit at both Enforce Tac and IWA is called CONCAMO. Developed in Germany, CONCAMO is short for “confusion camouflage”—a name that reflects the pattern’s ability to trick observers at the subconscious level, said Armin Wagner, head of product development for UF PRO®.
“The pattern features eight colours blended through various elements and shadings to produce more than 60 layers of perceivable depth,” Wagner explained. “We’re very excited to be able to offer CONCAMO. It’s an incredibly effective concealment system that works beautifully in a spectrum of environments—forests, grasslands, deserts, snow country, even urban areas.”
Wagner indicated that the Striker Combat Uniform in CONCAMO can already be acquired on the company’s website and selected UF PRO distribution partners.
The Enforce Tac show is set for 6-7 March at the exhibition centre in Nuremberg.
The UF PRO® booth will be located in hall 12 at booth 418.
“Enforce Tac is where police, security officials, and members of the military from across Europe and beyond gather to see what’s new and exciting in the way of products and ideas to help them do their jobs more successfully and safely,” said Wagner. “This is an event we are extremely pleased to be part of and we look forward to meeting lots of old friends there as well as making many new ones.”
The IWA Outdoor Classics show follows right on the heels of Enforce Tac. IWA starts 8 March and continues for the next three days. It, too, takes place at the Nuremberg exhibition centre.
The UF PRO® booth will be located in hall 9, stand 301.
“IWA is a major trade fair where vendors display products for hunting, sport shooting, self-defense, camping, and other outdoor recreational activities,” Wagner said. “This event attracts civilians, but it also typically draws huge crowds of military and law-enforcement personnel. We’re honored to be exhibiting there again this year.”
For more information about UF PRO® at the Enforce Tac and IWA Outdoor Classics shows or to learn more about the company’s complete tactical gear lineup, please go to ufpro.com.
