By Michael Kurcina Mike credits his early military training as the one thing that kept him disciplined through the many years. He currently provides his expertise as an adviser for an agency within the DoD. Michael Kurcina subscribes to the Spotter Up way of life. “I will either find a way or I will make…
Groundbreaking NIJ Level III design delivers top protection in a lightweight package CLEVELAND, Ohio – Jan. 21, 2025 – Team Wendy®, a global leader in helmet innovation for heroes on the front lines, is ready to wow SHOT Show 2025 attendees with the launch of its RIFLETECH™ helmet. This revolutionary helmet combines cutting-edge materials, breakthrough…
The Libyan Mi-25 taken in Chad by the US Army in 1988 during Operation Mount Hope III. On display at the Southern Museum of Flight, Birmingham Alabama. The Mi-25 is the export variant of the Mil Mi-24 helicopter. U.S. Army photo. Operation Mount Hope III was a top-secret American military operation conducted in 1988 to…
MARYVILLE, TN., (1/21/2025) – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, announces today the release of the M&P9 Metal HD – Spec Series V, the newest addition to the Spec Series lineup. The fifth iteration of our Spec Series family is a first of its kind,…
Forge Concepts is excited to announce the Starlink Mini Bag, a purpose-built solution for carrying, mounting, and operating the Starlink Mini satellite device. This bag ensures full performance and protection without compromise, even when the device operates inside the bag. Key Features: • Seamless Use: Operate the Starlink Mini directly inside the bag with the…
SHOT Show 25 – Shaw Concepts Unveiled today at SHOT is a new grenade pouch from Shaw Concepts. As yet unnamed, I am calling it the Lethal Universal Grenade Carrier or LUG-C. In addition to accepting the M67, there’s a slit at the top to accommodate Russian-style grenades. Additionally, using an insert, the pouch accepts…
SHOT Show 25 – XC3 Pistol Light The new XC3 generates 550 lumens and 7,200 candela of white light output with a Hybrid beam pattern that clearly illuminates the main object of interest while providing substantial spill light to help you remain aware of your surroundings. It’s a great combination of duty and concealed carry…
Crye Precision continues to innovate with multiple new garments. First up is the new Low Burden CBRN Suit which was developed in conjunction with foreign SOF. Due to the ITAR restrictions associated with this garment, it will not be on the Crye website. Based on the G4 silhouette, the Jacket is available in sizes XSmall…
CARBONDALE, PA, January 21, 2024 – Gentex Corporation, a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel, announced the launch of several new products. These include the Ops-Core® Mk2 Ballistic Eyewear, Ops-Core RAILINK® power and data system in black, new high-visibility color options for the Ops-Core…
We Traveled to Texas to Train with XRay Alpha and Put the New SureFire XC3 to the Test When it comes to weapon-mounted duty lights for law enforcement and military professionals, the SureFire X300U is considered by many to be the gold standard. However, SureFire’s forays into the compact weaponlight segment haven’t always been as…