This video by the Foreign Policy Association depicts Diplomatic Security Service training. For those unfamiliar, DSS is the part of the Department of State, charged with protecting our Diplomats.
Thanks Wren!
Diplomatic Security Training
March 22nd, 2016Check Out O P Tactical At The USASOC Sniper Competition This Week
March 22nd, 2016 
O P Tactical is getting their display ready for the vendor tent at the USASOC Sniper Competition, this Thursday and Friday at Fort Bragg, NC. Hope to see you there!
Gerry McGinnis Teams With SilencerCo To Offer Exclusive Mini Exos
March 22nd, 2016 
SilencerCo has paired up with knife maker Gerry McGinnis to produce a limited-edition run of Mini Exos.
McGinnis is known within the knife world as one of the most renowned and respected makers of custom and midtech blades. His creations are so sought after, fans will swarm his booth at industry events solely to enter a raffle for a chance to win the ability to purchase one of his knives.
There were only 32 of these knives created, and once they’re gone . . . they’re gone.
SPECS
Pro Line Mini Exo
Titanium Frame & Clip
SilencerCo Styling on Scale
Stonewash Finish
CPM154 Flat Ground Blade Steel
G10 Backspacer
MSRP: $575
www.store.silencerco.com/products/mcginnis-mini-exo-folding-knife
Stay Strong Belgium
March 22nd, 2016Belgium has been a close ally of the United States. In your hour of need we are with you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your fallen and wounded as you recover from this heinous act of terrorism. Do not let your national resolve falter.
Watch the 5th SFG(A) Reflashing Ceremony Live
March 22nd, 2016Last December we told you that the US Army’s 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) was going to revert to an older version of the beret flash they abandoned in 1985.
The Army plans to webcast the event so current and former members of the Legion as well as supporters, can watch, no matter where they are. Be sure to visit www.dvidshub.net from Mar 23 2016 10:00 AM EDT to Mar 23 2016 12:00 PM EDT.
XGO Montana Wool
March 22nd, 2016
I didn’t know that XGO offered wool garments so it came as a quite a surprise when we were discussing their line last week. Apparently, they offered wool briefly in 2008, but they’ve reintroduced it for Spring 2016.
The issue has long been access to American wool that is on par with the famed Merino sheep of New Zealand. It’s happening and XGO has access to it.
The advantages of wool are well known. Its inherent no-melt, no-drip and odor resistant properties as well as excellent warmth, even when wet, are all great reasons to use this natural fiber. XGO has also enhanced the wool’s performance with their AG-47 anti-microbial silver treatment.
Don’t forget, XGO has offered a very generous discount to SSD readers by using discount code “SSD50” for 50% off everything on their site except clearance (not stackable) items. This offer ends 2 April at COB.
The Spartan (Hollywood Edition) from Vets Recreation Center
March 22nd, 2016If you like the idea of 550 cord bracelets but are looking for something a little different, check out the Spartan Hollywood Edition from Vets Recreation Center.
First off, it has an aluminum skeleton that makes it work more like a cuff than a bracelet since it doesnt have a buckle. This design is also, one-size-fits-all. Additionally, the design incorporates parachutist or air assault wings and the badge can be quickly swapped out. Finally, you can choose the color of 550 cord wrap.
vetsrec.org/bracelets/94-the-spartan-hollywood-edition
Remember That Arc’teryx Kit The PJs In Alaska Bought?
March 21st, 2016Well, it’s been put to good use, in some of the most extreme environments in earth.
An Alaska Air National Guardsman from the 212th Rescue Squadron, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, watches the jumpmaster prior to jumping out of a C-17 Globemaster III flown by the 249th Airlift Squadron onto the U.S. Navy’s Ice Camp Sargo in the Arctic Circle in support of Ice Exercise 2016, March 15, 2016. The two squadrons worked together to airdrop 10 PJs, two Alaska National Guard Soldiers and a 9,500-pound arctic sustainment package to the camp. ICEX is a joint-force exercise which allows multiple military branches to assess readiness in the arctic, increase operation experience in the region, develop partnerships and collaborative efforts, and advance understanding of the arctic environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Richardson/Released)
