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FALCO Holsters Launches Innovative 3D-Printed OWB Holsters for Popular Handgun Models

October 24th, 2024

Ft. Lauderdale, FL – October 21, 2024 – FALCO® Holsters, a globally renowned manufacturer of high-quality firearm holsters, introduces the CX02 3-D Printed OWB Holster, designed for popular handguns like the Glock 17, 19, 26, 43, 43X, Sig Sauer P365 XMacro, and Smith & Wesson Shield 2.0. This revolutionary holster elevates everyday carry by combining precision engineering and manufacturing with a lightweight design that delivers exceptional retention.

“We are proud to offer improvements to firearm carrying experience for our customers and believe our 3D printing technology will continue to drive innovation,” explained Katarína Zacharová, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at FALCO Holsters. “Our new CX02 holster is a great example of how advanced 3D printing technology can revolutionize holster design by delivering straightforward function, practicality, and the tightest tolerances. The CX02 delivers a modern design with premium features,” she added.

The CX02 holster is constructed using state-of-the-art laser sintering (SLS) technology, which builds the holster in one solid unit, including the integrated belt loops. This precision manufacturing process delivers a weight reduction, making it more comfortable for EDC, and due to the single-piece design, maintenance is more manageable. While the CX02’s integrated sweatguard protects the firearm from body moisture, its adjustable retention screw offers a personalized, secure fit. Compatible with 2-inch duty and competition belts, the CX02 is optics-ready for all available firearm models. The CX02 is finished with polyshot surfacing (PSS), giving it a matte appearance that resists scratches and dirt. This premium finish adds to the holster’s durability, making it an excellent choice for both professionals and casual carriers.

CX02 Features:

• Outside the Waistband 3D-Printed Holster
• Available for Glock 17, 19, 26, 43, 43X, Sig Sauer P365 XMacro, and Smith & Wesson Shield 2.0
• Optics ready
• Single-piece 3D-printed construction with SLS technology ensures tight tolerances, light design, and simple maintenance
• Finish treated with polyshot surfacing for resistance to scratches
• Integrated sweat guard shields handgun from body moisture
• Adjustable screw for a customizable retention
• 2″ belt loops for duty and competition belts
• Ergonomic design for comfortable hip carry
• Lifetime Limited Warranty
• 30-Day Buyback Guarantee
• Color: black with FALCO logo
• MSRP: $139.95

To order the new FALCO CX02 3D-Printed Holsters for your handgun, visit the 3D-printed holster product page.

For more information about FALCO Holsters’ complete lineup of holsters and gear, visit FALCOHolsters.com.

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AUSA 24 – Norotos Updates Lo-Sto Mount

October 24th, 2024

Norotos has updated their popular Lo-Sto mount for night vision goggles. It accepts both horn and dovetail style NVGs, now including ball and detent goggles (4949, 5050, and ANVIS-6).

Here you can see that it allows power plug into the mount to facilitate automatic shutdown when raised.

Features:

-Ergonomically Optimized Vertical, Tilt, and Fore/Aft-Eye-Relief Adjustment Levers for a custom-fit user experience
-Helmet Mount Release Button allows quick one-handed release from Helmet Bracket or Shroud
-Break Away Button permits user set breakaway or locked mode depending on operational needs with user adjustable tension release
-Push Button Deploy/Stow Release enables single-handed smooth & quiet NVG flip-up/flip-down
-Low Stow minimal visual aspect in stow position
-Horn & Dovetail NVG Interchangeability with dual sockets for quick-change conversion

norotos.com/products/lo-sto-helmet-mount-push-button

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AUSA 24 – EXTRAGUARD by GORE-TEX Defense Fabrics

October 24th, 2024

Imagine a lightweight, highly durable footwear upper material with very low water absorption. Meet EXTRAGUARD.

This boot is from German manufacturer Meindel.

I first became aware of the EXTRAGUARD material at Enforce Tac and was pleasantly surprised to see a couple of boots featuring this new footwear technology from GORE-TEX Military Fabrics at AUSA. I immediately considered it for hot, wet aka jungle boots, but it looks like a couple of European brands are creating new temperate models.

This boot is by Slovak brand BOSP.

EXTRAGUARD isn’t a membrane like you’d expect from WL Gore & Co. Instead, it’s a stand alone material that looks like leather. It is sealed with GORE Seam Tape and may be used in conjunction with a GORE-TEX lining (inner bootie construction) for additional environmental protection.

Its durability and low water absorption means it doesn’t wrinkle, crease, warp, or fade. It’s also 40% lighter than leather and has low conductive heat loss when wet. It also dries faster than leather and doesn’t look worn out once it’s dry.

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AUSA 24 – MG Technologies LMG-A-GP

October 24th, 2024

I ran across the belt-fed machine gun mentioned in a recent NDIA poster in the RD USA booth.

Designed under a Cooperative Research And Development Agreement (CRADA) with United States Special Operations Command as a demonstrator to improve the capabilities of the current Mk48 Machine Gun, the LMG-A-GP from MG Technologies has dropped the weight to about 15 lbs. The weight is dependent on selected barrel length with quick change barrels available in 12.5″ to 18″.

Like the Mk48 it is chambered in 7.62 NATO, but convertible to 6.5 Creedmoor and 300 BLK. The operating system relies on continuous recoil with no rearward bolt carrier impact on the receiver.

While it wasn’t designed specifically for SOCOM’s current Lightweight Machine Gun – Assault program, it certainly could be a contender.

For more info, contact info@mgtech-usa.com.

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AUSA 24 – DefendTex Vengeance FPV Drone

October 24th, 2024

One of my personal missions at AUSA was to seek out truly attritable drones. One of the things I’ve taken away from the war in Ukraine is that with a consumption rate in excess of 10,000 per month, the attritable drone is the 155 shell of the future. These small, low-cost, disposable unmanned aerial systems are upending how we will conduct warfare. They are highly adaptable and are under constant revision as enemy TTPs adapt to their use. We’ve got to have something just as robust. In the hands of innovative American troops like SOCOM’s new robotics specialists, drones will be devastating.

Attritable, or consumable, apparently means a lot of things to a lot of people. For instance, when the Defense Innovation Unit’s Replicator initiative went to industry seeking out attritable drones they ended up buying AeroVironment Switchblade-600 loitering munition. A fine weapon to be sure, but our nation can hardly afford to expend them at the rate seen in Ukraine. If anything, our future adversaries are going to throw an order of magnitude more at us and we’ll need to be able to respond in kind.

One of the examples I ran across is from Australian small business DefendTex. They first impressed me years ago with their innovative Drone40.

The Vengeance is a First Person View drone manufactured in Australia and has been submitted to the US for Blue certification.

Offered in 7″, 8″, 10″, and 13″ models, it can carry up to 10kg of explosive ordinance over a distance greater than 20kms.

It is built with a goal of around $1000 per copy in mass production and features simple construction using zip ties in some instances and a single circuit board integrating flight control, ESC, OSD, VTX connector and servo output.

Although it is an FPV drone, it can be configured for autonomous terminal guidance as well as swarm tactics.

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Shaping a More Lethal, Lighter and Tactical Force at JPMRC

October 24th, 2024

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii — To provide leaders and the combined joint force a lethal division, the 25th Infantry Division’s primary focus is tailored to employ large-scale combat operations, commitment to readiness, and deployment of combat credible forces.

Consistent building and deployment of readiness are achieved through four points: Transformation in Contact, Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center (JPMRC) Hawaii, Operation Pathways and JPMRC X (Exportable).

JPMRC is the Army’s newest combat training center and generates readiness in the environments and conditions where our forces are likely to operate. JPMRC 25-01 includes training participants from the U.S. joint forces, all Army components and multinational allies and partners.

The Vice Chief of Staff of the Army, Gen. James J. Mingus, observed JPMRC training events on Oahu with the 25th Infantry Division and the 196th Infantry Brigade, where he was hosted by the division’s commanding general, Maj. Gen. Marcus Evans.

Evans emphasizes the importance of the JPMRC exercise in fostering joint operations.

“We are using JPMRC and our Warfighter Exercise in December to validate our transformation in contact construct with the 2nd Light Brigade Combat Team along with those lessons learned from 101st Airborne and 10th Mountain Division,” he said. “Innovation never stops at our level. We are in a relentless pursuit of excellence and strive to get 1% better every day.”

Through the campaign of learning, the 2nd Light Brigade Combat Team (2LBCT) sets to validate the division’s Transformation in Contact efforts during this year’s JPMRC iteration.

From 2nd Light Brigade Combat Team, Multiple Variants of the Silent Tactical Energy Enhanced Dismount (STEED), Squad Multipurpose Equipment Transport (S-MET), Skydio X10D Drone and Thales Modular Universal Battery Charger are all essential pieces of equipment being used to hone and improve the division’s warfighting capabilities.

Mingus observed training aimed at testing the division’s capabilities to respond to complex operational scenarios. JPMRC serves as an essential platform for evaluating the Army’s ability to operate effectively across multiple domains, including land, air, and cyber.

“The 25th Infantry Division is a critical component of our efforts in the Pacific,” Mingus said. “Readiness and partnership with our multinational partners are vital as we navigate an evolving landscape.”

The exercise involves service members from various branches of the U.S. military and multinational allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific Region, all engaged in live, virtual, and constructive training components, which generates a realistic and challenging experience for all participants.

After conducting a JPMRC rotation or training event, the Theater Army projects combat-credible forces, through Operation Pathways, forward into the Indo-Pacific and Asia. Operation Pathways is the United States Army Pacific’s operational approach to campaigning that applies readiness of combat-credible forces to build joint readiness, strengthen interoperability with our Allies and partners, and deny key terrain – human and physical — to our adversaries.

By SSG Brenden Delgado

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Stronger Gear, Smarter You: Dive into Team Wendy’s New Headstrong Knowledge Vault

October 23rd, 2024

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Oct. 22, 2024 – Team Wendy®, a global leader in helmet innovation for heroes on the front lines and explorers off the beaten path, is excited to announce the launch of its new Headstrong™ Knowledge Vault. Starting with nine insightful videos, this series answers customers’ most frequently asked questions, offering expert tips on helmet care, accessory installation, product performance and more.

The Headstrong™ Knowledge Vault is more than just a collection of how-to videos—it’s one of the company’s ways of giving back to the world’s bravest and most adventurous who trust Team Wendy helmets with their lives and livelihoods. From how to properly size headgear for optimal protection and comfort, to installing accessories like helmet covers and built-in cable management, Headstrong™ makes it easy for law enforcement officials, military members, search and rescue personnel and outdoor enthusiasts of all types to get the most from their purchase.

“At its core, Headstrong™ is about building trust,” says Kevin Hatgas, Digital Marketing Manager at Team Wendy. “We’ve created a space where users can learn, engage and leave feeling more confident. It’s not just about instructions—it’s about giving people the tools they need to rely on their helmets with complete peace of mind, whether that’s in the line of duty or out on the trails.”

Helmet Smarts, Made Simple

From How to Install EXFIL® Ballistic Helmet Covers to Why Blunt Impact Performance Matters, the Headstrong™Knowledge Vault breaks down the basics of product installation and performance. Visitors will learn how to:

• Get the right fit with step-by-step helmet sizing instructions.

• Accessorize seamlessly adding covers, cables and more for maximum utility.

• Explore lesser-known features that make Team Wendy helmets even more versatile.

“We’re building a community that goes beyond helmets,” adds Hatgas. “We want our customers to feel empowered by what they learn, as much as by the gear they use.”

Going forward, Hatgas says customers can expect more educational content, including advanced tutorials and webinars as well as insights into the technology behind the helmets. Team Wendy also plans to feature customer stories and experiences, giving voice to those who trust their lives to the brand’s products.

“Headstrong™ is just the beginning. As we continue to grow, so will the Vault. We’re excited to see how our community engages with the content and how we can continue to evolve to meet their needs.”

For more information and to watch the latest videos, visit the Team Wendy Headstrong™ Knowledge Vault.

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Nevada Department of Public Safety Selects SIONICS Weapon Systems

October 23rd, 2024

The Nevada Highway Patrol has selected SIONICS Weapon Systems to provide Rifles for their Law Enforcement Agency. This selection was determined after a rigorous and thorough process. These new Rifles will replace weapons that are currently in use with the LE Agency.

SIONICS Weapon Systems manufactures weapons for over 400+ Law Enforcement Agencies across the United States and is proud to be working with the State of Nevada.

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