SIG MMG 338 Program Series

Ops-Core Helmet Saves LAPD SWAT Officer’s Life

June 26th, 2017

During a recent callout, a suspect fired a .44 round at a LAPD SWAT officer from an elevated position 7-10 feet away.

The Ops-Core FAST XP Helmet he was wearing, saved his life.

If there’s a lesson in here, it’s wear good kit. If your life depends on it, don’t skimp.

Warrior East – Check Out The Demos

June 26th, 2017

Hopefully, you’re planning to attend Warrior East, July 13 and 14 at the Virginia Beach Convention Center in sunny Virginia Beach.

Some of the main attractions at Warrior Expo are the demos. They’ve grown in scope over the years, from simple presentations to full hands-on exhibit areas where attendees can interact with cutting edge technologies. Every year, it’s something new and more interesting.

They’re going to kick off the expo with a key-note address by General Martin E. Dempsey (US Army, Ret).

Have you seen the floor plan for this year’s event? Lots of dedicated space for demonstrations and other hands-on experiences.

Live Demos include:
-Prolonged Field Care Scenario
-Geosynthetic Cementitious Composite Mat (GCCM)
-LBT ADAPTIV Fight Suit
-5’ Folding Rack Mobile Locker
-The Benefit of Video in Training
-Powerheart AED G5

To register, visit adsinc.com/warrior-expo/warrior-expo-east.

You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up

June 26th, 2017

Hi,
This is a Scorpion reconnaissance vehicle, formerly used by Queen Alexandra’s Mounted Rifles, at the National Army Museum, Waiouru, New Zealand.
From LPte K

Let’s Help Out Maj Gebbie’s Fellow Unit Members

June 25th, 2017

I’m sure SSD’s readers can come up with some excellent ways to let Maj Gebbie know the error of his ways. Based on the Major’s behavior, the more passive aggressive, the better.

Tactical Rifleman – Victorinox Combat Utility Knife Review

June 25th, 2017

YouTube channel Tactical Rifleman made a review video of the Victorinox Combat Utility Knife.

The Combat Utility Knife is an update to the classic Demo Knife. It is designed to be low profile, with black anodized tools, including:

  • Partially Serrated Blade
  • Awl / Reamer
  • Phillips Screw Driver / Punch
  • Small Screw Driver w/ Can Opener
  • Large Screw Driver w/ Cap Opener / Wire Stripper / Wire Bender
  • Wood Saw / Dual Cut
  • You can email jrinder24@gmail.com for more information, or if you’re looking to order one for yourself. It can be had for $65.00 delivered, CONUS shipping addresses.

    GRAND PRIZE: Mother of All Giveaways

    June 25th, 2017

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    The final days of the M.O.A.G. are upon us!

    The 1st Grand Prize of the giveaway is an SSD Limited Edition 300 blackout rifle, built on the Dark platform from Grey Ghost Precision. Cerakoted Flat Dark Earth with the SSD Logo on the receivers, this rifle will be the envy of everyone on the firing line. Again, these aren’t safe queens. This rifle was born to be used and abused. If you win it, make me proud.

    Like the other rifles we’ve given away this weekend, this also has a Lantac brake, a CMC trigger, Radian Raptor Charging Handle and Talon Safety Selector, and is decked out in Magpul furniture. But for the big Grand Prize that’s sporting our logo, we couldn’t stop there. So I had Grey Ghost add an MLOK grip stop, an Inforce weapon light, and Magpul Pro iron sights.

    Plus, there’s a whole gear package that also goes to the winner:

    • Grey Ghost Gear Rifle Case
    • GGG Hypalon Sling
    • Magpul P-Mags
    • Tactical Tailor Shooters Mat
    • 6 Boxes of Match Grade Ammo

    BOOM! If you want to be the winner of winners, you need to get your ass entered right now. Entered already? Then sit back and keep your fingers crossed!
    Not entered yet! Click HERE

    Winners must be U.S. Residents 18+ older for firearm prizes. Terms and Conditions Apply

    2nd Grand Prize Winner: M.O.A.G.

    June 25th, 2017

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    The winner of the Badass Urban Camo Custom Grey Ghost Precision Dark 300 Blackout rifle is…

    Bradley Smith of Exelsior Springs MO – Not only did he win the rifle, but a whole kit including 6 boxes of ammo, a SD sling, Tactical Tailor Shooters Mat, and a Grey Ghost Gear Case. Hey, it’s not called the Mother of All Giveaways for nothing!

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    Theres only more rifle to be give away, the SSD Grand Prize Rifle! Get yourself entered if you want a chance of winning the ultimate prize! Click HERE to enter. U.S. 18+ to enter.

    When Truth Follows Fiction

    June 25th, 2017