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Earlier this year, the French Army selected the 5.56mm Heckler & Koch 416 to replace the FAMAS, issued since the 1970s.
Offered in Standard (14.5” barrel) and Carbine (11” barrel) models, the HK416 F features the latest ambidextrous controls.
However, there are also a few differences on the French version. First, the barrel allows the use of rifle grenades.
Additionally, the French model eliminates the selective gas regulator. The standard 416 is above and the 416 F below.
The French have also chosen the original collapsible but stock rather than the Slimline model used on newer versions of the HK416.
Finally, you may notice that there is an Aimpont Comp M5 mounted to this rifle. The French Army is currently in source selection for a rifle optic and this is only one of the options they are considering.
Although they were released earlier this year, this was the first time I had gotten my hands on Meprolight’s MicroTDS and FT Bullseye.
The MicroRDS is intended to allow a shooter to attach a red dot sight to his pistol by removing the rear sight and replacing it in the dovetail with the MicroRDS mounting ramp. The MicroRDS features a QD connector and can then be attached and removed with ease.
The FT Bullseye is a rear sight assembly which once again, fits into the dovetail cut of the slide. It’s a low profile design which is intended to allow the shooter to quickly aim without using a front sight. It features a tritium self-illuminated inlay in orange or green so the aiming dot can be seen in any light condition.
Scopex is exhibiting the full range of Velocity Systems and Mayflower Research & Consulting kit, including armor, load carriage and clothing. I don’t think there are in surprises in here, but I like the display.
TR Equipement is exhibiting the new DPD System 2 by Stidd. It’s an optionally manned underwater propulsion system with a completely new navigation system, designed specifically for it. It can be manually operated, or the RNANAV2 system, powered by Greensea, can be programmed to swim the route as well as loiter duirng a mission, or even return to base autonomously.
Additionally, the DPD System 2 offers two propulsion propellers giving it a top speed of four knots as well as the power to two 300kg in a container.
Bienvenue a Milipol 2017!
Fountain Valley, CA–SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest–and most innovative–illumination tools and tactical products, will be exhibiting at the Military and Police exhibition in Paris, France on 21-24 November 2017 at Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre. Milipol is the leading event dedicated to homeland security, and is organized under the auspices of the French Ministry of Interior in partnership with several governmental bodies. Milipol provides the perfect forum for presenting the latest technological innovations in the area, effectively meeting the needs of the sector as a whole and also addressing current threats and dangers. SureFire will be co-exhibiting with Terrang MP-Sec France, so be sure to stop by booth #G185 to see the latest illumination tools and tactical products from SureFire.
BEAVERTON, Ore. — Leupold & Stevens, Inc., is pleased to announce that Shawn Skipper has joined the optics manufacturer as its new senior public relations specialist.
Skipper will head up Leupold’s public and media relations efforts, putting his years of editorial experience to work. Prior to joining Leupold®, Skipper was the digital managing editor of the National Rifle Association’s American Hunter title, where he covered optics, firearms, ammunition and accessories. An accomplished writer and editor, Skipper now brings his expertise in outdoor media to the Leupold team.
An avid hunter and angler, Skipper grew up in the iconic duck blinds of the Chesapeake Bay region before attending Seton Hall University, where he earned a degree in journalism and public relations.
“We’re ecstatic to have Shawn join us here at Leupold,” said Bruce Pettet, president and chief executive officer for Leupold & Stevens, Inc. “Over the years, we’ve gotten to know Shawn very well as he’s covered our products or joined us on hunts. His passion for hunting and his knowledge of the outdoors are going to make a great team even better.”
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