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SOG Knives – BAR15T Tanto Bayonet

October 6th, 2023

There just aren’t a lot of bayonets on the market so when a new one pops up, I’ve got to mention it. Meet the BAR15T Tanto Bayonet from SOG Knives.

It features a 7-inch Tanto-shaped blade made from AUS-8 steel and G10 grip. It weighs 19.2 ounces and has an overall length of 12.2 inches. Fitted with an AR-compatible barrel ring it should fit rifles with Mil-Spec muzzle devices.

However, your rifle will also need a bayonet lug which is integral to the base of a Mil-Spec rifle’s Front Sight Post but isn’t generally found on those without the sight triangle. Your rifle will also require sufficient barrel space to accommodate the length of the bayonet handle, between the ring and attachment.

If you find yourself in this situation but just have to have that bayonet, you might check out the bayonet lug from Cogburn Arsenal. I’m sure there are a few other options out there as well.

Finally, it naturally comes with a sheath.

sogknives.com/bar15t-tanto-bayonet

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Visit RD at AUSA

October 6th, 2023

See RD’s latest suppressors in booth #666 at AUSA next week in Washington DC.

rdusa.com

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SOFWERX x Program Executive Office-Rotary Wing (PEO-RW) Collaboration Event (CE)

October 6th, 2023

SOFWERX, in collaboration with USSOCOM Program Executive Office – Rotary Wing (PEO-RW) and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR) will host a Collaboration Event on 04 December, 2023, to explore how technology can be leveraged to achieve improved maintenance outcomes by increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of maintenance personnel.

The 160th SOAR currently provides its maintenance personnel a technical manual that is, at its core, a legacy paper maintenance manual converted to a PDF. The manual is inflexible, difficult to change, and often lags months or years behind the “current operational truth.” Soldiers currently can only access the technical manual through heavy, cumbersome laptop computers or are forced to print work packages for work on the aircraft. As the Regiment emerges from 20 years of sustained combat operations, the well of combat experience has begun to run dry. As the average experience level of the organization decreases, the complexity faced by the maintenance enterprise continues to increase. New technology, rapid fielding, and diverging fleet configuration present a robust challenge to the enterprise. Maintenance, in accordance with the technical manual, is the cornerstone of a successful maintenance program. As the Regiment’s maintenance apparatus negotiates these dual challenges of decreasing experience and increasing complexity, the need to re-examine this foundational technology becomes readily apparent.

The command seeks to identify software and hardware solutions to provide maintenance personnel increased access to technical information. Potential solutions may include augmented reality and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), and Natural Language Processing (NLP) knowledge management tools to achieve improved maintenance outcomes at the user level.

Request to Attend NLT 25 October 2023 11:59 PM ET at events.sofwerx.org/rotary.

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NDIA Future Forces Conference 23 Poster #10 – Molded Energetic Body for UAS Warheads

October 6th, 2023

This is the 10th poster we are sharing from last week’s Future Forces Capabilities Conference which was held by the National Defense Industrial Association. The posters showcase innovative capabilities from industry.

Contact information is on the poster.

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EOTECH’s Distributor Awarded UK MoD Contract for SWESS Light Battle Systems

October 6th, 2023

Plymouth, MI (October 2023) – Viking Arms Ltd, a long-standing distributor in the UK for EOTECH, is proud to announce the award for a seven-year contract framework by the Dismounted Close Combat team, part of the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD), for the Procurement and Support of up to a total fleet requirement of 12,000 SWESS Light Battle Systems, subject to financial approval.

As part of the framework, Viking Arms and EOTECH will provide the Holographic Weapon Sight (HWS) EXPS3™ and the G33™ 3x Magnifier as a complete system. The EOTECH HWS is considered the fastest target acquisition CQB weapon sight available with true two eyes open, a proven solution that has been in-service with the UK Ministry of Defence for over 15 years.

EOTECH President, Dennis Finnegan commented, “We are very honored to be a part of this program. EOTECH’s history of supporting the United Kingdom’s warfighters along with our partner, Viking Arms, is a point of pride for everyone in our organization. We look forward to continuing to provide our weapon sights, lasers, and sensors that help make the UK Ministry of Defence a more successful and lethal force.”

For more information, please visit www.eotechinc.com

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B.E. Meyers & Co. Exhibiting at AUSA Meeting and Expo 2023, Washington, DC

October 6th, 2023

October 4, 2023 (Redmond, WA) – B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc., a defense technology manufacturer specializing in advanced photonics solutions for military, law enforcement, consumer, and aerospace applications worldwide, will be exhibiting at the Association of the United States Army’s (AUSA) Annual Meeting and Exposition. B.E. Meyers & Co will be at AUSA Booth #3139, October 9-11, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

AUSA is the largest US exhibition specific to the needs of the Department of Defense, bringing together key stakeholders, businesses, and professionals from around the world. It serves as a valuable platform for networking, collaboration, and showcasing cutting-edge technologies and solutions in the field of defense and security.

If you are interested in scheduling a meeting with a member of our team, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@bemeyers.com. Otherwise, please pay us a visit to see the latest VCSEL-based laser systems and more from B.E. Meyers & Co. including our signature Defense Systems product lines such as IZLID®, MAWL®, GLARE®, and BOARS®, or visit our current Defense Systems and Integrated Systems product catalogs at bemeyers.com/catalogs.

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Visit Team CLAW in the Wilcox Industries Booth at AUSA

October 6th, 2023

Wilcox Industries has assembled quite a team to produce the CLAW helmet mount system for the US Army.

CLAW is a modular architecture which incorprates power and data for headborne systems.

CLAW is not only compatible with all Night Vision Devices currently in service with the US Army, but also with future systems like Integrated Visual Augmentation System as well as Night Vision Goggle – Next.

To see it in person at AUSA, visit Wilcox Industries in booth # 3819 at the Walter Washington Convention Center, in Washington, DC, October 9-11.

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – New Hooded Field Shirt v2 – ACM Base 150

October 6th, 2023

New Hooded Field Shirt v2 – ACM Base 150

When it comes to gear, only the best will do. That’s why our updated take on the popular Hooded Field Shirt is the perfect choice. Made right here in the USA from American wool, you’ll experience long-lasting comfort that will stand up to any challenge you throw at it.

Don’t be fooled by its lightweight feel – the ACM Base 150 wool fabric offers unparalleled performance and durability. Updated with 55% Lenzing, 33% wool and 12% nylon, the new Hooded Field Shirt offers the perfect blend of synthetic and wool. Features include a slightly larger hood, low profile cuffs, and thumb holes.

Use it as a base layer or standalone, no matter which way you choose, it will be a year-round go-to. The moisture-wicking properties of wool, means it’s perfect in all seasons. Whether its protection from the sun or a base layer in inclement weather, the Hooded Field Shirt gets it done. Available sizes are S-3XL and colors include Heather Grey, Black, Charcoal and Commando.

FirstSpear is proud to partner with Texollini in the creation of the Hooded Field Shirt. They are a fully vertically integrated company who specializes in yarn and fabric capabilities, and have a long standing history of quality fabrics, specifically in their wool offerings. They have been in the military industry for decades and are well versed with Berry Compliant offerings such as the Hooded Field Shirt. Check them out here: www.texollini.com.

Visit FirstSpear to find American Made kit and accessories, Built For The X.

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