The Portland Spy Ring stands as one of the most consequential espionage cases of the Cold War, a reminder that the great ideological struggle between East and West was fought not only in Berlin, Washington, and Moscow, but also in the quiet corners of ordinary life. It’s a story of people who appeared unremarkable: clerks,…
ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. — When Soldiers took to the field for Project Flytrap 4.5, they were not only testing emerging counter-unmanned aerial system technology but also tackling a challenge facing multinational operations: how to move sensor data quickly, reliably and securely across networks. Project Flytrap is a recurring C-UAS experimentation series in Europe focused…
Magpul Introdces New Colors Today Magpul announced Modified Coyote Brown (MCB), a darker, richer take on a proven color palette. Magpul plans to will roll out MCB across key platforms, including 30-round GEN M3® PMAGs (windowed and non-windowed), CTR® and DT Carbine Stocks, MOE® grips, and select M-LOK® accessories such as the AFG, MVG, and…
RENK America Awarded US Army Contract with Potential Value of Up to $75.5 Million Muskegon, Michigan, January 12, 2026 – RENK America today announced the award of a U.S. Army contract with a total potential value up to $75.5 million over a five-year period. Under the Cost-Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract, RENK America will provide…
Earlier today we received word from Beretta about the latest piece in their 500 years anniversary celebration. Taking a slightly different note than expected, this is a collaboration with Garmin, a limited edition of the MARQ Commander smartwatch. Check out the details from Beretta below. Beretta and Garmin Introduce the MARQ Commander (Gen 2) Beretta…
Accokeek, MD (January 14, 2026) – Beretta, the world’s oldest firearms manufacturer celebrating its 500th anniversary, is teaming up with Garmin, a global leader in GPS and smartwatch technology, to introduce the MARQ® Commander (Gen 2) Beretta Edition. Limited to just 500 pieces worldwide, this exclusive collaboration unites five centuries of Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge…
Earlier today we learned of a new pistol from Smith & Wesson. This is an update to their M&P 2.0 Metal line, bringing us their 5-inch long slide variation into the Metal series of pistols. It looks as if some texture and shaping has been updated, the slide is optics ready. From the photograph we…
Earlier today FN announced their latest pistol, the 309 MRD. The 309 MRD is a polymer frame, hammer fired 9mm handgun. MSRP on the 309 MRD sits at $549 currently, expect street prices to be lower. Check out the details from FN below! This slideshow requires JavaScript. FN 309 MRD Details The new FN 309™ MRD…
CANBERRA, Australia, 12 January 2025 –Lockheed Martin today announced that Jeremy King, former head of Joint Aviation Systems for Defence Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group, will assume the role of chief executive for Australia and New Zealand. Following a formal transition period, Mr King will take full responsibility on 23 February 2026, succeeding Warren “Macca”…
Fort Worth, Texas (January 12, 2026) – XS® Sights is excited to return to Las Vegas for the 2026 SHOT Show. Stop by booth #13624 in the Venetian Expo January 20-23, to meet with the team and see the company’s advanced products for hunting, shooting, self-defense, law enforcement, and competition use. Among the many products…